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Finding Bay Area waterfalls and undisturbed mushroom rings, a self-guided tour of SF libraries, and a cavalcade of custards in San Jose. Plus, a new all-ages club in Richmond, the best view via SF\u2019s public-private open spaces, and how artist Morisot was more than Manet\u2019s muse.<\/em><\/p>\n The San Francisco Public Library\u2019s Explorer Map<\/a> turns the city into a low-stakes scavenger hunt: visit all 27 branches, collect a sticker at each, and see how far curiosity will take you. Library patron Matt Spitz<\/a>, who visited all 27 locations, described how the map makes you notice distance differently \u2014 some branches fit easily into a day, while others require intention and planning.<\/p>\n SFPL\u2019s website<\/a> includes staff recommendations for nearby places to stop while visiting each branch, and the library is offering a chance to win a grand prize for those who complete the quest. \u2014 SFPL<\/em><\/a>, <\/em>Matt Spitz<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n San Francisco\u2019s privately owned public open spaces are easy to miss, tucked inside office buildings and marked by small signs, but they\u2019re open to anyone who knows where to look. One spot that\u2019s pretty easy to access is One Kearny, where an elevator ride leads to a compact rooftop terrace on the 11th floor. <\/p>\n The main draw at One Kearny is its spectacular view \u2014 Market Street unfolding below, rooftops stacked into the distance. The entrance is at 23 Geary Street, and visitors just need to let security know they\u2019re heading to the public rooftop; there\u2019s also a restroom key available at the front desk. \u2014 AllieEdition<\/em><\/a>, <\/em>SF Privately Owned Public Open Spaces<\/em><\/a><\/p>\nA map for wandering<\/h2>\n
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