The annual Easter parade festivities along Union St. will begin at 10 am on April 4th. The parade begins at 2 pm along Union St. between Gough and Fillmore. Besides the parade there will be live music, a petting zoo, outdoor dining, pony rides, vintage cars on display between 10 am and 4 pm. Awards for the best hat will be given out at 3:30 pm.

Many merchants along Union St. have special promotions during this time of year:

Jest Jewels – 1869 Union St., 415-563-8839: 30-70% off selected items. They sell an eclectic mix of jewlery and accessories. The Union St. store is one of 3 stores the owner Elenor Carpenter operates.

Lucy Active Wear – 1974 Union St, 415-292-6274: 30-50% off selected items. Lucy’s sells active wear that make women feel good about themselves while exercising. The store also offers FREE yoga classes the first Friday of every month.

Fog City Leather – 2060 Union St, 415-567-1996: 20-50% off selected items. Fog City sells handmade leather jackets. Many of the coats and leather accessories are made by Peter the owner in his Union St. store. Very unique products that can be personally tailored to the customer.

Bar None – 1980 Union St, 415-409-4469: on Thursday’s $2 Coronas and $1 Sliders. This is one of San Francisco’s world famous watering holes.

Posted By: Bill Wygant