Alanis Morissette and Jay Leno come to San Francisco!

Music and comedy lovers in San Francisco and the surrounding areas rejoice! Alanis Morissette and Jay Leno are coming for a visit on September 1 to kick off a concert supporting UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. Not only can you attend to enjoy the music and fun, but you can also go knowing that you are contributing to a great cause.

This Concert for UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital will take place September 1 beginning at 6:30 pm, at the Davies Symphony Hall located at 201 Van Ness Avenue in San Francisco, California.  The festivities are headlines by Morissette, a Canadian native, who has won seven Grammys and nominated for many more. Opening for Alanis is Jay Leno, who will greet show goers with his usual cheeky performance and unrivaled standup comedy style.

Those who decide to attend this show will have the benefit of knowing that the proceeds of all ticket sales will benefit the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital and the new home being built for it in Mission Bay. This new hospital is slated for completion in 2014 and it will consist of a hospital complex dedicated to children, cancer patients and women having 289 beds. This larger section will be integrated with another all children’s hospital having 183 beds.

Also attending the concert will be blast from the past MC Hammer from 1990’s fame as a singer/rapper. Black Eyed Peas’ DJ will.i.am will also be in attendance, as well as at an after concert party.

If you want more information on how to “make hope happen” by 2014 as planned, you can inquire about purchasing tickets at (415) 476-6400, and they will cost from $250 – $1,000. While the prices are steep, they are for a good cause. If you do decide to attend this concert, you will most likely be needed a great hotel to stay in. Alpine Inn is located nearby in Daly City, CA, and it offers great service at great prices. Otherwise, this is a concert you do not want to miss!

 

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Bill Maher and Fleet Week coming to the Bay!

If you are visiting the Daly City or San Francisco area, then you are in luck because there are many events happening that you will not want to miss. From celebrity performances to celebrations and memorials, the next few months will be busy ones in this area. Check out these two upcoming events, you won’t want to miss them!

Bill Maher is coming to San Francisco on August 20 at 8 pm at the Davies Symphony Hall. Slated to be there all night, you can expect to experience a night full of great stand-up comedic jokes, extracting laughs, as you have never heard them before. Ticket prices depend on the seating, and can range from $160 to $275 if purchased from Davies, but they can also be purchased at Ticketmaster for as low as $55 per person. Visit BillMaher.com for more information.

Both these events are in the San Francisco and Daly City area, and as such  the Alpine Inn can help to make these events even better, offering luxury accommodations so you can better enjoy the events you attend.

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Compete in the Verizon Urban Urban Challenge

Do you enjoy mental and physical challenges? If so, check out the Verizon Urban Challenge on Saturday, August 13. You will need to grab a friend to participate in this one-of-a-kind race. It is free to participate; however, you must register in advance because there are only 100 team spots available.
The race begins at 8:00 am at East Park at Pier 39. Your mission? Work with your partner to crack clues and codes and use your street smarts to make it to various checkpoints around San Francisco. To assist you in your quest, you will be able to use the all-new HTC Trophy smartphone. And, you are free to seek help by any means necessary (except for other mobile phones or GPS systems) as you work your way through the city.
So, why should you participate in the Verizon Urban Challenge? Well, it is a great deal of fun, of course. But you can also win prizes! The first place team will receive $3000, the second place team members receive $1500, and the third place finishers receive $500. Each of the top three placing teams receives two HTC Trophy smart phone devices and two $125 Verizon Wireless gift cards.
If you are looking for a place to stay while you participate in the Verizon Urban Challenge, consider the Alpine Inn. Because the Alpine Inn is located just 9 miles from Pier 39, you will find it easy to get to the race’s starting point on Saturday morning. And, once the race is finished, you will be glad that your hotel is rather centrally located. No matter where the race finishes, you won’t have far to travel to be able to get back to the hotel to take a shower and relax…hopefully basking in the glory of your big win.
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On Deck: San Francisco Giants Ready for Playoff Push

Coming off of their World Series victory over the Texas Rangers, the San Francisco Giants are back and ready to defend their championship in 2011.  At the All-Star break, the Giants are sporting a 51-40 record and sits atop the National League West – something they have not done since 2003. The team is led by the top-notch pitching staff consisting of All-Stars Tim Lincecum, Matt Cain, and Ryan Voglesong. After losing Rookie of the Year Buster Posey earlier this year due to a leg injury while enduring host of other injuries has certainly taken its toll on the team but outfielder Nate Scherholtz and third basemen Pablo Sandoval have picked up the slack over the past few weeks. None the less, team manager Bruce Bochy has the Giants ready for another deep playoff run in 2011. A visit to AT&T Park will certainly not disappoint after it was awarded the 2008 Sports Facility of the Year by Sports Business Journal and Sports Business Daily.

If you are planning on taking a trip into San Francisco this fall, make sure to check out the San Francisco Giants as they attempt to defend their World Series title. AT&T Park is conveniently located two blocks from the San Francisco CalTran station but if you plan on attending a night game, make sure to bring an extra jacket because it can get chilly fast. During your visit, you can stay at nearby Alpine Inn and we’ll ensure you leave with a memorable experience.

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San Francisco Symphony: A Crescendo of Life and Culture since Disaster

Since its conception in 1911, the San Francisco Symphony has been ingrained into the city life and culture of San Francisco. A hundred years later, its popularity has grown internationally in Asia and Europe while their high standards for music excellence has won them some of the most prestigious awards, including eleven Grammy’s. In many occasions, the group welcome world-renown guest such as Igor Stravinsky, Aaron Copland, and Leonard Bernstein to conduct the group. However, without the occurrence of one particular event, we might not have the privilege of witnessing its greatness today.
On Wednesday, April 18, 1906, a 7.9 magnitude earthquake struck the coast of Northern California, devastating the city of San Francisco and severely affected other regions of California. Since then, its economic effects on the city has been compared to that of Hurricane Katrina and unsurprisingly remembered as one of the largest natural disasters in the history of the United States. As a result, the establishment of a permanent orchestra became top priority in order to restore the life and spirit of the city. Today, the symphony’s influence on city of San Francisco is as strong as ever.

On Friday (July 29^th) the San Francisco Symphony returns to Davies Symphony Hall to perform Music from the Movies with special guest James Lipton. They will be performing themes from famous movies such as Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, and The Godfather. Don’t miss out on this offer!

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San Francisco: A Walker’s Paradise

According to a recent survey, the city of San Francisco was ranked second among the top 10 most walkable big cities in the country. And for those wondering, this doesn’t simply refer to the number of sidewalks present in the city. The rankings are based on each city’s walk score, which quantifies how close any address is to amenities like restaurants and grocery stores.  With the everlasting increase in gas prices, this advantage might tip the scale when people decide where they might want to live. According to Walk Score CEO Josh Herst, San Francisco possesses over 30 neighborhoods that are considered as “walkers’ paradise.” These neighborhoods all scored either 90 points or above, proving indeed San Francisco provides a luxury that few other cities do.  Aside from the convenience that it may bring to its residents, this level of accessibility will help San Franciscans fight the current climate changes. With a lessened need for their personal vehicle, less carbon dioxide may be released into the atmosphere.

With the summer dwindling down, it might be time to plan that dream vacation to San Francisco.  By staying at a San Francisco-based hotel like Alpine Inn, you too can enjoy all the nearby amenities without the costs often associated with transportation.  For those who are current residing in San Francisco, do you agree with this walk score? Let us know!

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Current San Francisco Mayor to Step Aside

Despite the city’s support, current San Francisco mayor Ed Lee has decided to not run for the upcoming election. According to Michael Yaki, Ed is described as an “anti-incumbent incumbent” whose primary focus is to get things done rather than trying to solidify his support base to win the next mayoral election. For some, his likeability and charm comes from his less than “larger than life” stature – a welcomed change from past San Francisco Mayors. With the deadline fast approaching, more than 30 candidates have already declared their intentions to run for office. Among them include Leland Lee, former supervisor, the city attorney, and current State Senator.

According to a private poll reported by the San Francisco Chronicle, Ed Lee appears to have the support of roughly 70% of the voters. Urged on by former mayor Willie Brown and Chinatown broker Rose Pak to serve as the interim mayor, Lee reluctantly left his second term of office as a city administrator and became San Francisco’s first Asian-American mayor. Among his many accomplishments in his short stay in office, he was able to pull off the least contentious budget process in years while welcoming input from the community. Once his term ends in January, he will likely return to his previous job.

As part of the local San Francisco community, Alpine Inn encourages all voters to take part in the election as possible new policies and legislations can have dramatic effects on the community.

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