In addition to English, Library staff speak the following languages: * Chinese - Cantonese * Spanish more
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Problem Library is a small cultural institution exploring new dimensions in the public interest. Our space in San Francisco' s Inner Sunset operates as a gallery, library, and sanctuary for creative work and conversation; providing resources to devel... more
Notary services every day, mailboxes for rent, Package Pickup, Fax, Copy, Scan, High Speed Internet Access more
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Richmond Library - Senator Milton Marks Branch was the fourth branch established within the San Francisco Public Library system. The first location of the branch, in 1892, was at 809 Point Lobos Avenue (now Geary Boulevard) and Parker Avenue. In 1914... more
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Ripe Fruit School of Creative Writing is a unique creative writing program in the San Francisco Bay Area committed to the development of writers at all levels. With its effective and innovative curriculum and master teaching, Ripe Fruit has provided... more
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Used books, fine note cards, and journals. If your looking for seasonal cards, Russian Hill Books has an incredible selection. It should be noted that the used book area is pretty good. more
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SF Book Worm is a literary blog and book club devoted to contemporary fiction! We meet once a month at the Border's cafe in Union Square, at the corner of Powell and Post Streets. Please visit my website for times and monthly selections! more
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The San Francisco Center for the Book is a place where people can learn to make books -- doing their own letterpress printing, artwork and binding -- even if they've never made a book before. We offer daytime and evening classes, on weekends and week... more
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A true jem for San Francisco. The Main Library is an amazing resource for children or adults looking to stay up on reading, internet access or even meeting friends. Here is a a listing of the services available at the Main Library. Access Servic... more
In addition to English, Library staff speak the following languages: * French * Spanish more
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The San Francisco Public Library system is dedicated to free and equal access to information, knowledge, independent learning and the joys of reading for our diverse community. At the Excelsior Branch: Collections * Popular materials for adult... more
In addition to English, Library staff speak the following languages: * Chinese - Cantonese, Mandarin, Chaozhou, and Taishan * Italian * Spanish * Vietnamese more
In addition to English, Library staff speak the following languages: * Chinese - Cantonese and Mandarin * French * German more
* Approximately 44,000 books, CDs, DVDs and other materials highlight local interests such as baseball and boating * Large print books, an ADA accessible Internet station, and a large print reader * Small collection of Chinese, Russian and Spanish... more
Collections and Services High interest materials for adults, teens and children Large Latino Interest collection of books which highlight the history and culture of Latin America Large Spanish language collection Medium sized Chinese language c... more
* Large Chinese language collection * Small Italian interest collection * Small collection of information by and about “Beat” writers more
Collections * High interest books at adult, teen and children * Basic collections of fiction, nonfiction and reference materials * Variety of magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs * Storytimes for children and their families... more
* High interest books for adults, teens and children * Basic collections of fiction, nonfiction and reference materials * Variety of magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, CDs, LPs, Blu-rays and DVDs * Reference collection about the music and people o... more
* High interest books at adult, teen and children's reading levels. * Basic collections of fiction, nonfiction and reference materials are available. Branches also offer a variety of magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs.  * ... more
Collections * High interest books at adult, teen and children * Basic collections of fiction, nonfiction and reference materials * Variety of magazines, newspapers, audiobooks, CDs and DVDs * Medium sized Chinese language collection more
Silver Sprocket is a San Francisco based publisher, gallery, and retail shop championing socially conscious and independently produced comic books, graphic novels, and related arts. more
Religious and Christians Books, Used Books, Fiction, Classic Literature, Business, Cook Books, Health, Psichology and Counselling, Hard Cover and Paper back, and more. more
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The Alliance Française is the official center of French Language and Culture in San Francisco. It is one of 1,085 Alliances that have been established in 138 countries around the world. more
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The American Bookbinders Museum is the only museum of its kind in North America, celebrating and exploring the culture and tools of bookbinding, from its earliest forms to the changes and innovations of the industrial revolution. more
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The Bindery is a multi-use community hub, now operated by The Booksmith! The Bindery i a bookstore and community centric event space. The space is available for rent for a variety of uses – including movies, live music, comedy shows, classes a... more
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Welcome to the Book Club of California, a non-profit, membership-based organization founded in 1912. The Club supports book making, fine printing, design, typography, illustration, literature, and scholarship through a dynamic series of publications,... more
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The Booksmith is San Francisco's leading independent bookstore. We have a lively author events calendar - and many of the biggest names in literature, music and the arts have visited our store. more
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The Center for Art in Translation (CAT) promotes international literature and translation through the arts, education, and community outreach. CAT is the parent organization of TWO LINES and Poetry Inside Out. CAT evolved out of the internationall... more
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The Commonwealth Club of California is the nation's oldest and largest public affairs forum, bringing together its 16,000 members for over 400 annual events on topics ranging across politics, culture, society and the economy. Founded in 1903, the Com... more
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THE MUSIC STORE...not just another record store. Celebrating 20 years! Buy, Sell, Trade, Rent.  Two floors of CDs, LPs, DVDs, Videos, Cassette Tapes, Games, Comics, Posters, Incense. Music Lessons; guitar, bass, uke. Record Needl... more
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The Poetry Center presents some 30 public readings, performances and lectures each year, on the San Francisco State University campus and at various off-campus venues, featuring outstanding poets and writers from across the literary spectrum. The Poe... more
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The Ruby is an arts & letters-focused work and gathering space in San Francisco. It's a 3,800-square-foot multipurpose space for women, trans women, and nonbinary individuals with diverse interests, seeking a welcoming, supportive environment in whic... more
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The Writers Grotto is a working community for writers and other creators of contemporary narrative media. We also teach classes and hold special events. We began in 1994, when writers Po Bronson, Ethan Canin and Ethan Watters rented a six-room fla... more
The Writing Salon, founded in 1999, is a creative writing school for adults. We offer small classes to ensure intimacy and individual attention. Our talented teachers lead a wide selection of classes in fiction, poetry, memoir, screenwriting, and mor... more
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This Blank Page offers international editorial services, accommodating individual needs whether your goal is to clarify your message, cater content to a specific platform and audience, or enhance your own potential as a writer. more
The branch has a high-interest English language collection of books, DVDs, as well as music and books on CD. Large Japanese language collection including fiction and non-fiction titles Large English language Japanese Interest Collection covering ma... more