Greater West Portal Neighborhood Association

West Portal Wine Walk – May 15, 2025

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Jim Wollak

Join us for an unforgettable evening in West Portal as we sip, stroll, listen to live music and support our local businesses during the West Portal Wine Walk! Start your tasting journey with bubbles and end with bold reds—each stop offering a unique flavor and experience, all set against the charm of one of San Francisco’s most beloved neighborhoods.

Advance tickets are available at a discount through the West Portal Merchants Association at WP Merchants, or you can purchase on the day of the event at Armstrong Carpet and Linoleum Company, 369 West Portal Avenue, San Francisco, CA 94127.

Tasting Route:

Starting location: Armstrong Carpet and Linoleum Company
Lynn Peri & Company
Azgour Art Studio
Siren Boutique
Guild Mortgage
Curiosities
Von Rock Law, PC
George’s Donuts & Merriment
Shaws Candy/West Portal Spa
BookShop West Portal
Afterglow Skin by Patricia Romero
Invisible Jet Comics

Don’t miss this fun and flavorful neighborhood event—grab your glass and join the walk!

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West Portal Library Open House – April 26, 2025

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Jim Wollak

Come and celebrate the beautiful West Portal Branch and community during our annual open house on Saturday, 04/26/25 from 1-4 PM. Visit and enjoy:

Crafts with the Museum of Craft and Design
Balloon Twisting with Magic Bubbles and Balloons, 2-4PM
Musical performance by Cornelia, 3-4PM
Button Making
Free books for all ages!

Light refreshments will be served.

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Seismic Retrofit Grant Opportunity by 3/26/2025

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Jim Wollak

As a neighborhood public service announcement, GWPNA is posting this to our website for your consideration. Please note that time is limited to register if you are interested in Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB)’s grant opportunity.

EBB intends to help communities prepare for the next big earthquake:

Closing soon: Open Registration closes March 26, 2025.

As a community leader, EBB helps prepare homeowners in your community for the next big earthquake with a code-compliant seismic retrofit, because in California, it’s not a matter of ‘if’ but ‘when’ the next big earthquake will hit.

Earthquake Brace + Bolt (EBB) is open through March 26, 2025. To register for up to a $3,000 seismic retrofit grant go to EarthquakeBraceBolt.com. Additional funds may be available for *income-eligible households. EBB is offering FREE marketing materials to share with your community about this opportunity. EBB has helped more than 29,000 homeowners seismically retrofit their homes, and create stronger communities, one house at a time.

If you have any questions, please contact Customer Service at info@CaliforniaResidentialMitigationProgram.com or at 877-232-4300, and don’t forget to share EBB registration with your community.

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Spring Members’ Exhibition at Azgour Art Studio

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Jim Wollak

We’re excited to invite you to the reception for the Spring Members’ Exhibition at Azgour Art Studio, 320 West Portal Avenue, on Friday, April 4th , from 5:30 to 7:30! Enjoy wine & bites, a warm neighborhood vibe, and live music by Milo Francis while celebrating incredible artwork with fellow art lovers.

This exhibition showcases new work by 15 local artists.

Can’t make the reception? Stop by anytime to experience this thoughtfully curated collection. We’re normally open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Hope to see you there!
— The Azgour Art Studio Team