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\u200b\u200b\u201cRichmond Buzz\u201d is a recurring column on changes, tidbits and other news from the Richmond. Got news? Send us tips at tips@missionlocal.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

October is upon us \u2014 the sunniest time of year on our side of town, as Richmond residents well know.\u00a0<\/p>\n

That also means another weekend of Hardly Strictly Bluegrass \u2014 the free festival founded by Warren Hellman in 2001 \u2014 this year featuring My Morning Jacket, Rilo Kiley, Mavis Staples and the singer with the raspy voice from Instagram Reels<\/a> (whose name is Jesse Welles). Plan accordingly<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Don\u2019t miss Mission Local\u2019s own Joe Rivano Barros \u2014 who is, for the record, my boss \u2014 at the Internet Archive Oct. 8, as the opening speaker for \u201cMoney in San Francisco politics: Who\u2019s spending big on the election?\u201d A panel discussion will follow.<\/p>\n

The event is free to attend<\/a> at the Archive\u2019s headquarters in the neoclassical building (and former Christian Science church) at 300 Funston Ave at Clement Street.<\/p>\n

\"TheMai\u2019s Vietnamese Restaurant, Pictured Jan 20 2026. Photo by Nicholas David<\/p>\n

In other news: after 34 years, Mai\u2019s Vietnamese at 316 Clement St., shut its doors Wednesday. Your correspondent had the pleasure of speaking<\/a> with Becky and Ricky, the couple behind Mai\u2019s, back in January when they re-opened after a six-month closure while Ricky recovered from knee surgery.<\/p>\n

Now, the restaurant has closed for good. This hungry reporter will miss its imperial rolls dearly.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt has been a joy to serve you and be part of this neighborhood,\u201d a sign in the window reads.<\/p>\n

\"ADirector Daniel D\u00edaz filming Roll Fog at Kezar Stadium. Photo courtesy Dillan Thompson.<\/p>\n

On Oct. 3 and Oct. 11, the 4 Star Theater will host preview screenings and fundraisers for Roll Fog, a documentary on the west side\u2019s own San Francisco City FC, \u201cthe oldest community-owned f\u00fatbol club in the U.S.\u201d<\/p>\n

Amazing things are happening at the Cinema SF theaters. Your correspondent recently saw John Wilson\u2019s History of Concrete show to a packed house on a weeknight at the Balboa Theater. Find tickets for Roll Fog and other screenings at the 4 Star, Vogue and Balboa theaters here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\"AChococo, one of two storefronts apparently closing on Clement Street and 6th Avenue pictured Oct. 1 2026.<\/p>\n

Two storefronts \u2014 both behind scaffolding at the southeast corner of Sixth Avenue and Clement Street \u2014 appear to be closing. One, a clothing store called Chococo at 455 Clement St., has had a fitful recent history: signs went up earlier this year announcing the store\u2019s temporary closure due to staffing issues. Now, the closure appears permanent.<\/p>\n

\u201cStore closing,\u201d a big sign in the window at Chococo reads.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, just around the corner, a store identified on Google Maps as China Jingdezhen Ceramic Jade Mahogany Furniture Wholesale And Retail at 304 6th Ave, has announced its closing with several handwritten signs in English and Chinese.<\/p>\n

\u201cBig clearance,\u201d one sign there reads.<\/p>\n

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Fear not: Aroma Tea Shop, at 302 Sixth Avenue in between the two storefronts, seems here to stay.<\/p>\n

October also means a taste of Bavaria in the Inner Richmond can be yours \u2014 for $40. Head to Steins bar at 731 Clement St on Oct. 17 for the 15th annual Steinfest. The price of admission will get you a beer, all the German sausage you can eat, and, perhaps less-Germanically, a \u201cchampagne toast.\u201d\u00a0 Buy your tickets ahead of time, lest you pay five extra dollars day-of.<\/p>\n

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At 4142 Geary Blvd., near 6th Avenue, a recent sign in the window at LH Restaurant \u2014 a \u201cHong Kong Style B.B.Q\u201d \u2014 announced a 1-month hiatus there. It is unclear exactly when the sign went up, or exactly when the restaurant will return, but we will keep our buzz eyes peeled.<\/p>\n

On Oct. 3, a handful of city agencies including the Public Works Department have partnered to put on \u201cneighborhood beautification day\u201d in the Richmond. The tasks will include picking up litter, planting trees, and covering up graffiti \u2014 the kinds of things SF Public Works employees do year round.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The city has scheduled beautification days for other neighborhoods across town as well. Willing volunteers can find more information here<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Purveyor of Russian, English and other world literature Globus Books at 332 Balboa St. near 5th Avenue recently celebrated its 55th anniversary. Make sure to congratulate them the next time you\u2019re there perusing the shelves.<\/p>\n