January 2026
Jan
29
Thu
San José
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San José Urbanist Social
Start 2026 by connecting with fellow urbanists, SPUR members, policy leaders, and SPUR staff at our San José social, where you’ll share your urbanist dreams for San José and the Bay Area, hear what SPUR is focused on in 2026. Whether you’re a longtime supporter or brand new, come mingle, make new connections, and kick off the year inspired—SPUR members will also receive a complimentary drink ticket as a thank-you for being part of our community.
Jan
30
Fri
SPUR Member Event
San Francisco
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Exploring District 7 with Supervisor Myrna Melgar
Join Myrna Melgar, Supervisor of San Francisco’s District 7, for a guided walking tour of the Inner Sunset. Supervisor Melgar will share insights on current priorities in District 7, neighborhood challenges and opportunities, and how city policy intersects with everyday community spaces.
February 2026
Feb
4
Wed
San Francisco
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Breaking Housing Barriers: Approaches to Realize Family Zoning's Promise
Peter Hirshberg of City Science Lab SF and Kent Larson, Director of MIT City Science, present research examining how to realize the promise of Family Zoning. They will highlight new tools that help policymakers and communities understand tradeoffs and improve project feasibility.
Feb
5
Thu
San Francisco
In-Person Forum /
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A Collaboration for the Tenderloin’s Renewal
The Tenderloin Investment Partnership is a neighborhood revitalization model built on shared accountability among anchor institutions. This discussion examines how UC Law San Francisco, the Tenderloin Community Benefits District, the Tenderloin Museum, and the Boys & Girls Club of San Francisco have aligned capital and programming to strengthen families, support small businesses, and reinforce trust in one of San Francisco’s most historically marginalized neighborhoods.
Feb
11
Wed
SPUR Member Event
Oakland
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Good Fire: Tending Native Lands Exhibition Tour
Join SPUR at the Oakland Museum of California for an exclusive member tour of Good Fire: Tending Native Lands, a powerful and immersive exploration of how Native communities in Northern California have used cultural burning to care for the land for thousands of years.
Feb
25
Wed
San José
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Getting In on the Ground Floor: Strategies for Downtown San José
In December, SPUR released Getting in on the Ground Floor, a policy brief highlighting recommendations for how San José can activate vacant spaces and employ a revitalization strategy rooted in arts and culture. Join SPUR and SV Creates for an in-person forum where San José stakeholders can discuss these recommendations and how to move some of them forward.
May 2026
May
13
Wed
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San Francisco Good Government Awards 2026
The Good Government Awards has recognized outstanding performances by managers working for the City and County of San Francisco for the past 45 years. A project of SPUR, the award represents a unique opportunity to acknowledge San Francisco's top managers for their leadership, vision, and ability to make a difference — both within city government and in the community at large.
Auxiliary Services
If, in order to participate in a SPUR event, you need auxiliary aids or services for a disability (e.g., qualified interpreter, qualified reader, written materials, taped texts) please submit your request five business days before the event to [email protected] or 415-781-8726 x132. SPUR will work with you in identifying effective auxiliary aids or services that it can provide. If you need to cancel your request, please notify SPUR at least two business days before the event.