Lloyd Haddad, co-owner of Walter Adams Framing, speaks with Mike Dewald of KCBS Radio about the impact of the Trump tariffs on their business. Haddad and his partner in business and life, Keith Wicker, also own Capricorn Framing: celebrating their 20th year in business. youtu.be/ulQTz-8Chwk?...

Today on the anniversary of her birth, we celebrate the life and legacy of Rainbow Honor Walk honoree Barbara Jordan (February 21, 1936 – January 17, 1996). #barbarajordan #rainbowhonorwalk www.davidperry.com/newsroom/hap...

“We are incredibly excited to see this vacancy filled with an iconic, international brand like BAPE.” — Marisa Rodriguez, CEO of the Union Square Alliance www.sfgate.com/local/articl...

Thanks to Jimmy Boegle and the Coachella Valley Independent for sharing my perspective. In 2027, the United States reaches a quiet but profound milestone: 240 years since the signing of the U.S. Constitution. cvindependent.com/2026/02/comm...

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Congratulations to SF Chamber of Commerce member Capricorn Framing on their 20th Anniversary! “We’re excited to continue evolving while staying true to the values that brought us here.” -- Lloyd Haddad and Brian Wicker, Capricorn Founders www.davidperry.com/newsroom/cap...

“Why will anyone need legacy software when A.I. can code anything up for you in two shakes of a robotic lamb’s tail?” —- Paul Ford www.nytimes.com/2026/02/18/o...

Thank you Jim Herlihy and The San Francisco Experience podcast: wonderful interview with San Francisco Chamber of Commerce CEO Rodney Fong.

Diners beware: “Smart Glasses” are back and “a thing.” www.nytimes.com/2026/02/16/d...

Hundreds of people flock to a muddy field to celebrate the crumbling beauty of concrete sculptures that honor most of America’s former leaders. By Danielle Paquette www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2026/...

春节快乐! Wishing all our clients and friends a Happy Lunar New Year! Welcome “Year of the Fire Horse!”

“Have A.I. models already reached consciousness? Dario Amodei of Anthropic, is open to that possibility. He hopes for a relationship between humans and A.I. where “they want the best for you” but you still have your freedom and your will.” — New York Times www.nytimes.com/video/opinio...

Ahoy and Happy 94th birthday to James “Gypsy” Haake — a Palm Springs icon! www.davidperry.com/newsroom/jam...

Thank you Silas Valentino at SFGATE: truth telling! “I’m going to tell you: They lied to you about San Francisco, saying it was some terrible place and you needed to be scared. It really was nothing like that. It was a delightful city.” longtime NFL writer Adam Rank www.sfgate.com/travel/artic...

A wonderful column from one of my favorite columnists: Dana Milbank at The Washington Post. www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/...

For today’s history aficionados: fascinating. www.nytimes.com/2026/02/13/s...

“The leaders, investors, and policymakers who will shape the next decade are not those who eliminate uncertainty, but those who have learned how to lead through it strategically, resiliently, and with intent.” — Tom LeNoble ceoworld.biz/2026/02/12/w...

Mary Conde, senior vice president for Another Planet Entertainment speaks with Gabe Meline on KQED Forum about the $ 41 million renovation, restoration and revitalization of the historic Castro Theatre and its importance to the film, cultural and LGBTQ communities. www.kqed.org/forum/201010...

Tamara Palmer reports for SFGATE. “I have to say, out of all the shows I have ever done in my life, Leading up to this, the whole of our hearts have just been so filled with excitement and love and gratitude to be able to open this theater in this way.” — Sam Smith www.sfgate.com/sf-culture/a...

Patrick Hoge reports for the SF Examiner on the annual “City Beat” poll. “For the first time in many years, business leaders, community leaders and everyday people are seeing the improvements of the very basics — safety, cleanliness, strong economy.” www.sfexaminer.com/news/politic...

I remember when 420 Taylor was the headquarters for KRON 4 News. The tiled mural has always fascinated me, and still does. Here is its story. — David Perry www.davidperry.com/newsroom/sub...

Wonderful interview with Marisa Rodriguez, head of San Francisco’s Union Square Alliance. Thank you Jim Herlihy and the San Francisco Experience!

Fascinating presentation by Bank of America at this morning’s San Francisco Chamber of Commerce annual “City Beat” Breakfast. I have assembled some of the highlights here, with graphic support from “Steve” our ChatGPT assistant. www.davidperry.com/newsroom/bof...

After the Super Bowl, lowest crime in decades, a resurgent Union Square, the grand reopening of the Castro Theatre following a $41 million restoration by Another Planet Entertainment and the upcoming World Cup there’s no doubt: San Francisco is back. sfchamber.com/citybeat-202...

It’s always a treat to work with Dan Kerman and KRON 4 News. Thanks for giving some love to the Castro Theatre for its grand reopening, especially on a busy Super Bowl weekend! www.kron4.com/news/bay-are...

Ahoy and thanks to Jim Harrington and the Mercury News for the Castro Theatre love! “In short, it looks absolutely marvelous — ready to shine in a way that, at least visually, it probably hasn’t done so in decades.” www.mercurynews.com/2026/02/06/c...

I’ve been entranced by these two figures flanking the stage of San Francisco’s landmark Castro Theatre since I first saw them in 1986. Now, following a $41 million restoration by Another Planet Entertainment, they glow: absolutely luminous. www.davidperry.com/newsroom/the...

It’s mighty real! Today after two years and two days, San Francisco’s landmark Castro Theatre reopens and reclaims its irreplaceable spot in the life and love of the cultural and LGBTQ communities! TheCastro.com

Thanks to Andres Jimenez Larios and Bay City News for the Castro love! “For people living in the area, the Castro Theatre not only represents an entertainment space, but stands as a symbol to the presence of the LGBTQ community.” localnewsmatters.org/2026/02/05/s...

What becomes two legends most: best-selling author Tom LeNoble and “First Lady of the Castro” Donna Sachet together at San Francisco’s “go to see-and-be-seen” community engagement space, Manny’s. www.TomLeNoble.com

Ahoy! Movin’ on up to opening day! Count down ‘til this Friday’s ribbon cutting of the Castro Theatre following its $ 41 million renovation, restoration and revitalization by Another Planet Entertainment. www.davidperry.com/newsroom/cou...

Kudos and congrats to Tom LeNoble! His critically acclaimed best seller “My Life in Business Suits, Hospital Gowns & High Heels” is a finalist for the prestigious Feathered Quill Award! www.tomlenoble.com

Today on the anniversary of her birth, we celebrate the life and legacy of Rainbow Honor Walk honoree Gertrude Stein (February 3, 1874 – July 27, 1946): poet, novelist, playwright, and cultural catalyst whose Paris salon helped shape 20th-century art & literature www.davidperry.com/newsroom/hap...

Ahoy! Thanks to Rob Lawless for interviewing me as part of his “10,000 Friends” Project! A special shout out to David Kliman for the intro! — David Perry Please support the project and learn more at www.robs10kfriends.com www.davidperry.com/newsroom/rob...

Today in history: On January 30, 1847, the town of Yerba Buena was officially renamed San Francisco. www.davidperry.com/newsroom/jan...

“I doubt that A.I. will soon match human cognition or that defining skills of next generation professionals will be narrowly technological. In a world of abundant machine intelligence, the most durable advantage will be broad intellectual range.” www.nytimes.com/2026/01/25/o...

Ahoy and welcome to Capricorn Framing and Walter Adams Framing: new members of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce. Gallery co-owner Lloyd Haddad joined Chamber President & CEO Rodney Fong at this week’s new members orientation and reception at Yes SF. www.davidperry.com/newsroom/cap...

TikTok has finalized a deal to create a new American entity, avoiding the looming threat of a ban in the United States that has been in discussion for years. NPR reports. www.npr.org/2026/01/22/n...

Today’s Daily Briefing: downtown parking fixes head to City Council, The Shared Plate goes independent, and Desert Open Studios highlights a packed weekend events list. thepalmspringspost.com/jan-23-daily...

In a time so full of meanness, there is also still much genuine meaning in modest charity. A wonderful story about the nonprofit The Shared Plate. Thanks to Mark Talkington and The Palm Springs Post. thepalmspringspost.com/from-church-...

“Another Planet Senior Vice President Mary Conde said she is looking forward to people experiencing 'the energy, history and sense of belonging that make the Castro truly special.' “ www.sfexaminer.com/news/communi...

The F.C.C. said it planned to enforce long-dormant rules on appearances by political candidates on network talk shows. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/21/b...

Born on a Dinwiddie County farm during the Great Depression, West overcame segregation to become a groundbreaking scientist. Her mathematical work became the backbone of the Global Positioning System we all use today. www.wtvr.com/news/local-n...

Residents of Denmark say they feel betrayed, bewildered and frightened by President Trump’s threats to take over Greenland. The semiautonomous Danish territory is a source of national identity and pride for the tiny, pro-American Nordic nation.

“Since 2005, more than 3,500 newspapers have shuttered. On average, two close every week. What is less known is how communities all over the country have responded to this crisis.” — Sarabeth Berman, American Journalism Project. www.nytimes.com/2026/01/18/o...

“Did you know that San Francisco’s Japantown is one of only three remaining Japantowns in the United States? Its newly renovated Japantown Peace Plaza, a $34M project that has been in the works for several years.” — Secret San Francisco. secretsanfrancisco.com/japantown-re...

Suzanne Phan reports for ABC Bay Area. "People are excited about San Francisco. It's a new time. It's a new era. They are buzzing about this new momentum," said Marisa Rodriguez, CEO of the Union Square Alliance. abc7news.com/post/jp-morg...

“As tourism to the US plunges because of perceived risks, some travellers are now second-guessing whether it's safe to visit destinations Trump has recently threatened.” — Laura Hall, BBC News   www.bbc.com/travel/artic...

Just weeks into the new year, the Trump administration has rolled out a campaign across departments that draws on images and ideas borrowed from right-wing and white nationalist circles. — PBS Newshour www.pbs.org/newshour/sho...

“Following its two-year-long, $41 million renovation, the Castro Theatre will officially reopen to the public on February 6 with a film screening — and a very queer one at that.” — Jay Barmann sfist.com/2026/01/08/c...