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5 days ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie and First Lady Becca Prowda were just two of the local luminaries who gathered at the California College of the Art’s expansive new campus on May 21 to show their support for the college, and for the night’s special guest: the Honorable Willie L. Brown, Jr. The night’s festivities were a tribute to the former mayor and California State Assembly Speaker’s enduring legacy of leadership and public service.
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5 days ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
On April 29th, board members and supporters of George Mark Children’s House gathered for A Celebration of George Mark Children’s House, an inspiring evening held at a private residence in Hillsborough. The event united compassionate individuals with a shared commitment to improving the lives of children with life-limiting illnesses.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
On the evening of May 15 The Luminary Societies, a curated network and event platform that fosters high-level dialog, held a salon at a private venue in San Francisco.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
The Salvation Army’s Lighting The Way Gala–a fixture of the Spring social calendar–was held on May 15, raising over $1 million and uniting hundreds of community leaders for an inspiring evening filled with heart, hope and celebration. The 2025 event supported The Way Out, the Salvation Army’s powerful recovery-centered response to homelessness.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
On May 15, Nintendo welcomed the first guests to Nintendo SAN FRANCISCO, its second official store in the United States, and the latest company to set up shop in Union Square. The grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony was led by Nintendo of America President and COO Doug Bowser, with an assist from SF Mayor Daniel Lurie and Mario.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
Alonzo King LINES Ballet is a San Francisco institution, enriching the Bay Area’s cultural life with its performance and education initiatives since 1982. LINES Ballet’s spring gala is the company’s premier annual fundraiser, bringing performing arts lovers from far and wide in support of its valuable mission. This year the gala, held May 17 at the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, welcomed nearly 400 guests for a night of dance and celebration.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
Founded in 1981 as the nation’s first Mandarin immersion Preschool through 8th grade school, the Chinese American International School (CAIS) has served San Francisco students for nearly 50 years. The annual ShowCAIS Auction and Gala has been held each spring to gather families, faculty, and friends in support of the school’s mission and programs.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
The championship Ocean Golf Course at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay was recently the site of a day of sports, community-building and family fun, all for a good cause. On May 9, Breakthrough T1D (type 1 diabetes) held its 10th annual Tee to Table event, a full day of fun that offered something for everyone. From a golf scramble, to a pickleball round robin, to an evening of music and dining, the over 300 guests left tired but with warm memories of celebrating with friends old and new.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
On May 14, Children of Shelters hosted its annual Spring Luncheon to raise funds for the services they provide for San Francisco youth experiencing homelessness. The luncheon, held at St, Francis Yacht Club was sponsored by Hudson Grace and Theoni, highlighted the daily impact of Children of Shelters’ work across the city.
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1 week ago | 
libertepress.com | Drew Altizer
On May 15 San Mateo County celebrated two big milestones in one festive occasion: the 169th anniversary of the county’s founding, and the historic dedication of their new civic building–now the greenest in the nation. Civic and international leaders gathered on the site at 500 County Center in Redwood City, to showcase the power of innovation, diplomacy and community in action.