Vol. 8 / November ’18

A hidden oasis of peace and tranquility
in the heart of SOMA.

Philosophy

Philosophy

Living YBG is All
About the Beautiful Things

Inspire

Inspire

A Stroll Through
the Neighborhood of Light

Yerba Buena Gardens

Indulge

Indulge

The Soothing Nature
of the Urban Tea House

730 Howard Street

Wander

Wander

Get Lost in the Stacks
of Alexander Book Company

50 Second Street

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Imagine a place which contains multiple worlds and realities, with heroes and heroines, underdogs, martyrs, and villains alike. You can access any of these worlds, meet any of these characters, and you only need to walk through one door: the door at Alexander Book Company.

Located on 50 Second Street in the Downtown SOMA district, this independent book store is a narrow, three-level, wall-to-wall oasis for readers looking to embark on their next adventure. Find everything from current New York Times bestselling titles such as The Immortalists by Chloe Benjamin and Indie Next List titles such as Scribe by Alyson Hagy.

WANDER

Discover

Discover

FOR THE KID IN ALL OF US

Starting Saturday, November 24, watch as the ODC Dance Company, one of America's most exhilarating and acclaimed contemporary dance companies, perform “The Velveteen Rabbit” through a collection of music, dancing, and powerful narrating.

FOR THE PIANO LOVER

Take part in the Other Minds contemporary musical experience on Wednesday, December 5, at the YBCA Theater. Watch as the father of minimalist music, pianist Terry Riley, and Grammy-winning pianist, Gloria Chang, premiere their duet performance, Chang Tiger Growl Roar.

FOR LIGHT LOVERS

Celebrate the holiday season with your friends and family at San Francisco’s annual light festival, Illuminate SF Festival of Light. With over 37 installations spread across 17 neighborhoods in San Francisco, get the chance to explore the city in ways you haven’t seen before.

FOR THE FESTIVE ALE FANATICS

On November 29, Anchor Brewing Company will be hosting its annual release party for its new adaptation of their festive Christmas Ale recipe. Get your tickets now to enjoy this seasonal outing, light refreshments and festive beer.