New Presidio Parklands Open Houses, Events, and More

March 6, 2015

THIS WEEKEND New Presidio Parklands Open Houses Heading to the SF Main Library and Bayview What should the New Presidio Parklands site look like? What kinds of programs and experiences should happen there? Join us this weekend at the San Francisco Library and Bayview Black Cuisine Festival to find out more about the project and share your opinions. And join us for our next Presidio workshop on March 21 to discuss preliminary concept designs and alternatives. Learn More >>   Don't forget Daylight Savings begins this Sunday, March 8!

NEW PRESIDIO PARKLANDS PROJECT SITE TOURS Friday, March 6, 4 pm   Learn about the vision for the New Presidio Parklands Project from members of the project team, and share your feedback. Learn More >>   SPLINTER REEDS Friday, March 6, 6 pm   Enjoy live music by Splinter Reeds, the Bay Area's first reed quintet, formed in 2013 by five innovative musicians with a shared passion for new music. Learn More >> SHADOW PUPPET PERFORMANCE + WORKSHOP  Saturday, March 7, 2 pm Discover the magical world of shadow puppetry with Daniel Barash of the Shadow Puppet Workshop. Afterwards, he’ll conduct a hands-on shadow puppet workshop, in which participants can create their own puppets.Learn More >> HEALTHY PARKS, HEALTHY PEOPLE Saturday, March 7, 2 pm  Is getting fit difficult because you could use some motivation and change of scenery? Your National Parks can help! Join the Healthy Parks, Healthy People Rangers and leaders each month as we work our way to fitness and a healthier lifestyle. Learn More >> JUNGLE SPIRIT AND TRANSCENDENT ART OPEN GALLERY RECEPTION Friday, March 6, 5 pm Enjoy the opening reception of the Living Shaman Museum's second China Brotsky Art Gallery Show on display at the Thoreau Center for Sustainability Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm, from March 6 through May 22, 2015. Learn More >> CREATIVE FAMILY FUN: NATURE BOOKMARKS Saturday + Sunday, March 7 + 8 11 am to 4 pm Celebrate National Reading Month by using natural resources collected throughout the Presidio to make your own special bookmark! Learn More >> THE LAST GUN Saturday + Sunday, March 7 + 8, 11 am   How can a 50-ton gun simply disappear? Learn this and more while helping load and aim the last operational gun of its kind. Learn More >>   OFF THE GRID: PICNIC AT THE PRESIDIO Sunday, March 8, 11 am  Gather on the Presidio’s lush Main Parade Ground to experience bay views, cuisine from San Francisco’s favorite eateries and food trucks, Mimosas and Bloody Marys, and live jams from a DJ. Learn More >>

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 >>   Presidio Trail Run Sunday, April 26, 8:30 am  Presidio Y, 63 Funston Avenue Participate in the 3rd annual Presidio Y Trail Run on Sunday, April 26. This unique and challenging run winds its way through the Presidio past Inspiration Point Overlook, Presidio Golf Course, Rob Hill Campground, and more. Proceeds support the Presidio Y's community programs in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.Register Now >>