Have you been wondering what those new metal cubic planters are doing at the intersections of Sanchez/Cesar Chavez and Sanchez/Day? Well wonder no more! The City has launched a new pilot program called Community Corners to allow neighbors to beautify some of the new “daylit” zones created by SFMTA to enhance pedestrian crosswalk safety. Our new Day St & Cesar Chavez St planters were made possible by generous contributions from SF Beautiful, the CA Native Plant Society, the Presidio Nursery,...

One of Sanchez's most beloved landmarks got a fresh coat of paint thanks to local artist Jeremy Novy and an incredible team of volunteers. Over the course of the weekend, neighbors helped with setup, traffic support, and painting as the iconic koi mural at Sanchez and 26th Street was refreshed for the years ahead. A huge thank you to everyone who donated their time and energy to help preserve this special piece of public art. See photos from the repaint below.

We hosted our 2026 Spring Block Party on May 16th in partnership with the Friends of Noe Valley Garden Tour. It was a joy to see neighbors reconnect, kids playing freely in the street, gardens on display, music filling the air, and our community coming together to celebrate one of San Francisco's most special public spaces. We were also honored to receive a Certificate of Honor from District Supervisor Rafael Mandelman and Senator Scott Wiener recognizing the contributions Friends of Slow...