Business Not As Usual Cottage Industry Hand-made products by indigenous cultures around the world. 2326 Fillmore Street between Clay and Jackson (415) 885-0326 Mon-Sat 11am-7pm, Sun 11am-6pm Mrs. Dewson's Hats For a distinctive look, this is the premiere hat boutique in the city. 2050 Fillmore Street between California and Pine (415) 346-1600 --- www.mrsdewsonhats.com Tu-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun noon-4pm Consignment Boutique Next to New Shop These side-by-side stores are operated by the Junior League of San Francisco, supporting family preservation. Vintage clothing and hand-made items are for sale. Proceeds benefit various community programs. 2226 Fillmore Street between Sacramento and Clay (415) 440-1500 (Boutique), (415) 567-1627 (Next to New) Mon-Sat 10am-5:30 pm Artisan Cheese Delectable, specialty cheeses that you won't find just anywhere. 2413 California Street between Fillmore and Steiner (415) 929-8610 Tu-Th 11am-6pm, Fri 11am-7pm, Sat/Sun 10am-6pm Vivande Porta Via This hybrid Italian trattoria and deli offers a classy but unpretentious ambience befitting the upscale neighborhood. Fine pasta products, oils and foods line the shelves, so you can either shop, take out, or sit down and be served. 2125 Fillmore Street between Sacramento and California (415) 346-4430 Daily 11:30am-10:00 pm The Mansions This unusual bed and breakfast is like stepping back into the 18th century. A nightly magic show, billiard/game room, performing ghost, historic museum and magic parlour are all part of the experience. 2220 Sacramento Street between Buchanan and Laguna (800) 826-9398 | Things to Experience | Labyrinth Garden The labyrinth is a universal image representing the path of life. Walking the labyrinth is a healing ritual that can provide insight and courage. Free. California Pacific Medical Center Buchanan at Clay | Victorians Haas-Lilienthal House San Francisco Architectural Heritage offers tours of this Queen Anne Victorian and a glimpse of life in the late 19th century. 2007 Franklin Street between Jackson and Washington (415) 441-3000 Tours: Wed noon-3pm, Sun 11am-4pm (reservations required Victorian San Francisco City Guides offers an excellent, informative guided tour through this Victorian neighborhood on Sundays at 2pm (schedules can change, so double check). Meet at 1801 Bush at Octavia. Reservations are not required except for parties over 8. Small donation requested. (415) 557-4266 --- www.sfcityguides.org Kabuki Springs & Spa Traditional style Japanese baths with hot soaking pool, sauna, steam room, cold plunge, and optional massage. 1750 Geary Street at Fillmore (415) 922-6000 --- www.kabukisprings.com Daily 10am-9:45pm Men: Mon, Th, Sat Women: Wed, Fri, Sun Men & Women (suit required): Tu The Audium Experience sculpted sound compositions in a specially designed theater. 1616 Bush Street between Franklin and Gough Tickets: (415) 771-1616 --- www.audium.org/intro.html Fri/Sat 8:30 pm |