Events and News - This Week and Beyond

February 19, 2015 Forward to a Friend THIS SATURDAY! New Presidio Parklands Workshop: Programming, Places, + Experiences Join us this Saturday, February 21 at the next New Presidio Parklands Project public workshop to share your preferences, aspirations, and expectations for both public and educational initiatives that impact design. There will be two sessions: 10 am-11:50 am AND 12:10 pm-2 pm. Space is limited. Register Now >>   Scoping Begins for New Presidio Parklands Project Environmental Assessment As the highway to the Golden Gate Bridge becomes a panoramic landscape, amazing new opportunities to experience the Presidio will be created. We invite you to help us identify the issues and alternatives to be addressed in the Environmental Assessment (EA) for the New Presidio Parklands Project. Please participate in any of the monthly workshops held in the Presidio and other locations around San Francisco or send us your comments. View details on the Environmental Assessment in the Notification >> NEW PRESIDIO PARKLANDS PROJECT SITE TOURS Friday, February 20, 4 pm Learn about the vision for the New Presidio Parklands Project from members of the project team, and share your feedback. Learn More >> CRISSY FIELD AVIATION WALK Saturday, February 21, 10 am Explore Crissy Field and learn about its role in early aviation history on this easy, one mile walk. Learn More >>   COMMUNITY DAY AT THE PALACE OF FINE ARTS  Saturday, February 21, Noon The centennial celebration of the Panama-Pacific International Exposition kicks off this weekend at the Palace of Fine Arts with activities, exhibitions, historic light displays, and entertainment for history buffs, innovators, and families that will bring to life the spirit of the 1915 World’s Fair. Learn More >> AGAVE BAROQUE Friday, February 20, 6 pm   The young and talented Agave Baroque ensemble is certain to intoxicate the ears with their high-energy, 17th century delicacies.Learn More >> CREATIVE FAMILY FUN: MEXICAN METAL ART Saturday + Sunday, February 21 + 22 11 am to 4 pm As we celebrate World Heritage Month learn about the historic ties that the Presidio has with Mexico and shape metal into repujado-inspired art. Learn More >> ARCHAEOLOGY LAB TOUR + OPEN HOUSE Wednesday, February 25, 1 pm Join Presidio Trust archaeologists and interns on a free tour of the Archaeology Lab. Learn more about the Presidio's archaeological process and the area's current and past excavations. Learn More >>   M&H Type 100th Anniversary Open House at Arion Press Saturday, February 28, 2015, Noon to 5 pm Arion Press, 1802 Hays Street, in the Presidio   Celebrate a century of continuous operation by the nation’s oldest and largest typefoundry, M&H. Designated an “irreplaceable cultural treasure” by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, M&H was established with Monotype machines from the Panama-Pacific International Exposition’s Palace of Machinery. See demonstrations on a Monotype Caster and meet the current staff. Learn More >>   Off the Grid: Picnic at the Presidio Sundays, March 1 to November 1, 11 am to 4 pm Main Parade Ground in the Presidio   Get your picnic blankets ready because Off the Grid is headed back to the Presidio starting March 1st! Every Sunday, picnickers are invited to enjoy the Presidio’s lush Main Parade Ground lawn, spectacular bay views, food and drink from the Bay Area's favorite eateries, live music, and family-friendly games.   San Francisco City Championship Golf Tournament March 14 to April 12 Presidio Golf Course   Registration for the 2015 SF City Golf Championship is now being accepted. The event will be held March 14 through April 12 at Presidio, Lincoln Park, and Harding Park Golf Courses. This is one of the oldest and largest amateur events in the United States. Learn More >>