• Glen Park

  • Nov 13 2024
  • Length: 57 mins
  • Podcast

  • Summary

  • In this episode of The Bay Insider, we’re taking you into the heart of Glen Park, San Francisco—a neighborhood with a rich history. We’re joined by Hilary Schiraldi, President of the Glen Park Association, who shares some amazing stories about what makes Glen Park so special. From its early days as “Little Switzerland” to the lively, close-knit community it is now, Glen Park is truly one of a kind. Hilary dives into the local treasures, like the famous Glen Canyon and its hiking trails, the area’s one-of-a-kind businesses, and the strong sense of community that holds it all together. You’ll also hear about hidden gems like the old Glen Canyon dynamite factory, the creative buzz at the Art Rock event, and the incredible “Gumtree Girls” who helped protect Glen Park from freeway expansion. If you love learning about San Francisco’s neighborhoods, their unique histories, and vibrant local culture, you won’t want to miss this episode!

    History
    Glen Canyon
    Rancho San Miguel
    Morro Castle
    Electric Car Line
    Spring Water Records
    Gumtree Girls
    Giant Powder Company
    Glen Canyon Parks and Rec Center

    Parks and Arts
    Walter Haas Park
    Amatista Stairs
    Trail from Walter Haas to Billy Goat Hill
    Glen Park Greenway
    Burnside Stairs - finally moving forward!
    Glen Park Library
    Colette Crutcher
    Aileen Barr
    Amos Goldbaum
    Josue Rojas
    Cameron Moberg
    Halloween in San Francisco
    Ohlone Way
    Penny Lane

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    GUEST: Hilary Schiraldi - President of Glen Park Association, Business and Social Sciences Librarian at UC Berkeley, 15 year resident of Glen Park. And - Fun Fact, Hilary is also known as The Power Lifting Librarian and she can deadlift 300lbs!

    Visit the Glen Park Association website at www.glenparkassociation.org

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