At SF United Irish Cultural club for the Oscars Watch Party was on Sunday 3/10/24…read more What a fantastic fun venue it was! The organizers are amazing of planning for this Oscar event at the club. There was a full bar and you can order food at the food truck. The place is clean and spacious. There was a stage with microphone and speakers. There was a couple big screen televisions on the wall. Awesome venue with a fun atmosphere and plenty of spaces for all the attendees. And even I won the Oscar! I enjoyed it. I like all the people who work here. Great vibe!

What an epic and unique wedding venue…read more The United Irish Cultural Center has so much history and character. It was the first Irish social center in the United States built entirely by volunteer labor and community contributions (taken from website) and currently it stands as a California 501c3 nonprofit corporation We attended a lovely wedding celebration/reception here. The main dining hall was fantastic with high ceilings and had been decorated for the event, with vibrant yellow flowers. I am not sure if the couple rented tables and chairs, or if the space provided them - but there was ample seating and tables. In addition to a large dance floor, there was a formidable stage, which was perfect for the phenomenal musicians and entertainers which performed throughout the evening. Later in the evening, we descended to their lower basement bar for an intimate evening of karaoke. The bar was set-up with a screen and karaoke equipment, and the whole space was lovely, cozy and brimming with personality. For event planning and attendee purposes - United Irish Cultural Center is remarkably convenient to access. We took an Uber here, but I believe they have plenty of parking which is ideal for event load-in and load out. It felt very San Francisco - having the Sunset fog drape the historical building in its embrace - as we left for the evening. I thoroughly enjoyed my time at the The United Irish Cultural Center and I was impressed with how well maintained this space was - from the bathrooms to the main entertaining rooms. I also loved perusing the historical pictures which line the walls. If you are privileged enough to attend an event here - I recommend taking your time to soak up the essence of this space and do a little exploring of your own. So thankful that I was able to experience the wonder of this unique space with such a memorable event. Trust.

We held a memorial service here in June 2023. While getting the correct insurance coverage from an…read moreoutside vendor was a bit of work, Cathryn in their office was extremely friendly, appropriately sensitive, and clearly cares about the "NABE." The view is amazing, the wood paneling is amazing, and overall the space is so welcoming and comfortable. Having separate spaces for people to visit or alternatively have quiet moments, plus an area for food+beverages, was just what we needed. It was also a good feeling to support the work they do for the community.

Amazing organization with dedicated passionate leadership. They offer an array of programs for kids…read moreof all ages and abilities.

Foodwise is a non-profit supporting youth education on nutrition and the food eco-system. They…read moresupport farmers and other food providers who are environmentally oriented. Last night I attended the Summer Ferry Festival, a fundraiser for Foodwise. It was awesome! Fine dining restaurants Epic Steak and Boulevard offered bites of food with half a dozen or more Napa Valley wineries pouring tastes. A fantastic event with delicious food, wine, entertainment and activities. Foodwise + San Francisco Ferry Building Marketplace are a great team!

Annual fundraising gala for CUESA. Evening started with a reception on the main level of the…read moreFerry Building, with stations of appetizers from well known restaurants. Think caviar, sushi from Pabu, Hog Island oysters, and plenty of drinks. The four course dinner, accompanied with wine pairing, was prepared by 40 of some of the most well-known chefs in all of San Francisco. Different tables were served different foods and wines, depending on which chefs were responsible for your table. For example, our table had food prepared by Brandon Jew of Mister Jiu's, Raj Dixit of Michael Mina's, and wine by Ridge. With the line up of renowned chefs from high caliber restaurants, I'm sure all 500 attendees were more than pleased. The sit-down dinner took place in an absolutely beautifully stunning venue, the upstairs of the Ferry Plaza Building. VIP tickets were also available. One of the highlights of the evening, held just before dessert, was a lively and entertaining auction, conducted by Bay Area celebrity, Liam Mayclem. There was an opportunity to bid on a variety of items, including a "Michelin-Starred Dinner in Your Home: A Private 4-course meal for 10, by Mark Sullivan of Spruce." Bidding started at $6,000, but it sold to the lucky bidder for $15,000. Proceeds all going to a good cause, of course. So much to love about this first class event!

This is my new go-to plant place for all of my plant needs and questions! I came by here last month…read morelooking for a Monstera Deliciosa that was not too expensive after looking all over the city for one and I stumbled into this place. Initially when I was looking for this place, it was difficult to find, however after calling and getting directions, turned out it was easier than expected! As a beginner plant parent, Allie was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the plants I had questions about. She alleviated any worries I had about taking care of a plant and ensured that the Monstera Deliciosa is an easy plant to take care of. She gave thorough plant care tips which was proven to be helpful in the weeks coming. After weeks of taking care of this plant, it was very simple to take care of this plant! It has sprouted new leaves since coming to its new home. If I have any questions concerning the plant, they're responsive on instagram, in the situation I do not have the time to go into the shop! If you are a new plant parent, I wholeheartedly recommend this place due to the excellent service, ambiance and the valuable knowledge of the staff!

The moment we walked into Plant Connection SF I knew it was the perfect place to host the kind of…read moreunconventional wedding celebration we had in mind. The setting with the plants inside and out was important to me as my mother who is no longer in this realm was a gardener/plant whisperer. I could feel connected to her in the setting. Ali the main coordinator we worked with was very helpful and a great communicator both through email and in person. We really liked having the ability to set up the bar outside and keep the doors open to keep the flow of air circulating as people mixed and mingled. It was a wonderful whirlwind day and it seemed like it was over in a flash, but we keep hearing from people about how much fun they had. We highly recommend Plant Connection SF for people who want to embrace an unconventional setting for a celebration in the heart of the city.

Intersection's recent move, from Valencia Street to downtown's Chronicle building, finds them…read morebecoming "Intersection 5M", a collaboration of groups in nearby spaces, all working to create social change. Or something like that. I recently attended the new Intersection for the culmination of a storytelling class where each student was showcased on stage for their 10 minutes of fame. Lots of fun for both the students and the audience in this comfortably informal environment. Intersection feels like the red-headed stepchild of "Yerba Buena Center for the Arts" and "The Marsh". Their programming is YBCA-lite, offering simlar artsy fare on a smaller scale and budget. They move into Marsh territory by sprinkling in a few classes and providing a venue that still gives you no reason to dress up for your big night out. I've enjoyed the events I've attended at Intersection but, like YBCA, I infrequently find anything amongst their programming that compels me to attend. Lucky for them, that doesn't seem to matter. They've been around for more than 40 years now, even weathering the recent economic woes which laid to rest many other well-established arts organizations. If there's an offering that appeals, keep 'em around for another 40+, and go check out Intersection.

Last night I went to Intersection for the Arts' annual auction to see if I could score any pieces…read moreby big shot local artists. There were some amazing deals on art by folks like Matt Gonzalez and Andrew Shoultz, and Intersection doesn't attract a huge bidding crowd, so it's the place to be once a year. It turns my friend is a compulsive bidder, as in, I need to send him to Bidders Anonymous. I may not though, just because it was so much fun following someone around who will throw down a few hundos for cool pieces. The live auction part was my fave -- he almost got a piece by Binh Danh for a steal! I've only been to Intersection for the Arts a couple of times, but the place has a distinct chill vibe with absolutely no pretension. They seem to be really devoted to addressing the issues of their neighborhood too. I went to see a play there through their Prison Project, and while not amazing, it was admirable. With a black box theater and a gallery space upstairs, rotating plays and art shows, it's a place I'll return to again, fo shizzle.

This place is absolutely incredible. it is located in a purple house. When you pull up to it you do…read morenot even know it is there unless you have the exact address. This is the kind of place where there is no sign at the door, it is actually in a home. We got dropped off at the Uber and we were being hosted here for dinner from the Salesforce conference. When you walk in through the front door you are in the hallway, to the right you are going to have the dining area and if you walk straight you are right in the kitchen. We started our night in the backyard. They have a bar on the right serving wine and they had a server passing out the appetizers. I am usually not a fan of a deviled egg but it was so good. I also loved the truffle and white mushroom tarts. The tart was warm and when you but into it, it melted it in your mouth. The last appetizer that was passed around was phyllo wrapped pawns those were my favorite they had a sweet sauce on top. After a little while of hanging in the back yard we were seated at the table. We had 5 tables 10 people each. I loved the set up, there were so many details form the fresh flowers to the gold silverware. It definitely felt like an upscale experience even though we were in house. The first thing I was served was the salad. I loved all the colors from the radishes and the dressing was super fresh and a little citrusy. It was exactly what I needed after a long day. Then they served us the agnolotti. I loved the pumpkin with the sage butter sauce it was the perfect amount of sweet. Lastly we had the short rib. It was cooked to perfection and served with mashed potatoes. Overall, this was a memorable place. The fact that you are in a home gives the atmosphere such an intimate feeling paired with great service and great food.

I did a last minute micro wedding when I canceled my big wedding due to the pandemic. I was looking…read morefor a modern, urban-looking private dining place for about 30 guests. We had a simple reception with au d'oeuvres and a elegant dinner; the food came out hot and tasty on every plate and I was extremely full! I am glad that I can have the decorator, Nastasha from Naked Kitchen put a pretty backdrop at the back patio so I can take a few family photos. The owner, Ko, answered all my questions promptly. I would definitely recommend this place for a micro wedding, the place have a warm welcoming feel and trendy vibes.

President and CEO Ellie Hollander Named on Forbes' Fifth Annual …read more.. Ellie Hollander, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels America, received a compensation package of $597,410. This figure, reported by Charity Navigator, represents the top leadership salary for the national organization based in Arlington, VA My situation is experiencing theft: Refuses to obey my request to remove me from the autopay feature. When I found out thru AI online how to cancel autopay myself I'm still being charged $37/mo. I've been trying to stop their charity's theft for 2.5 months now. They ignore my voice mails and emails. They transfer me over to a department that ignores my calls. This also happened a few years ago of this charity refusing to remove autopay that I got a new credit card. I refuse to get a new card because of other monthly charges. Consider auto pay to be Meals For Wheels' access to your credit card forever because they don't care about stealing your money. I'm a 66 year old senior.

Everyone is just so pleasantly helpful and patient The…read morepeople who deliver my meals are friendly and helpful as well

This is one of the reasons I love SF I've lived here 20 years and just discovered this place. It's…read morehuge! And SF park and recs hosting a camp for my daughter is how I discovered this hidden gem You are allowed to pick a small amount of items .. we picked fresh squash blossoms which we had for dinner. Plums and apples... tomatillos... herbs... peppers... wow!!!!

I volunteered for the first time on a Saturday and all the coordinators were extremely helpful,…read morekind, and informative. I learned a lot about planting and gardening, and even though it was definitely tiring work, it was so worth. At the end, you get to take home some delicious, organic produce!