Secret San Francisco

1 day ago | secretsanfrancisco.com | Dana Flynn

SCRAP, a popular arts nonprofit in San Francisco, has been operating in Bayview since the 1970s. Since its inception, the nonprofit has emphasized art accessibility while being environmentally conscious. As a result, SCRAP runs a warehouse filled to the brim with recycled supplies to fuel San Franciscans’ creative projects. The massive store saves over 200 tons of waste each year, while thousands of people flock to the store in search of a wide range of materials at affordable prices.

2 days ago | secretsanfrancisco.com | Dana Flynn

A lively festival is returning to the Pilipinas Filipino Cultural District in San Francisco. The festival is a queer celebration, featuring art, live music, food, and more. The festival is in its fourth year and will take place on Friday, June 13, from 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. The festival will span Mission Street between 4th and 5th Streets. DJ NOODLES, a Bay Area native, is set to perform at the festival.

2 days ago | secretsanfrancisco.com | Dana Flynn

While San Francisco is well known for its cable cars, there are some historic forms of public transit returning to the streets this summer. The annual Summer Vintage Streetcar Service has officially started again, with historic streetcars in service throughout the summer. While you’re probably used to seeing some of the colorful street cars still in service, running from the waterfront to the Castro, SFMTA is bringing back some historic streetcars that aren’t typically in service.

5 days ago | secretsanfrancisco.com | Dana Flynn

Micro Center, a massive store specializing in computer parts, has recently opened a Bay Area location, much to the anticipation of tech enthusiasts. The store is the United States’ leading retailer for computers and electronic devices, with 29 stores across multiple states. The newest location opened in Santa Clara on Friday, May 30. The grand opening had people lining up to get a chance to shop the store’s vast selection.

5 days ago | secretsanfrancisco.com | Jamie Ferrell

If you love California history as much as we do, then you may already be familiar with California State Route 49—also known as Highway 49, the Golden Chain Highway, or the Gold Rush Trail. This historic highway runs right through the heart of California’s Gold Country, passing through dozens of well-preserved towns that played a pivotal role in the California Gold Rush of 1848-1855.