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Enjoy an afternoon of community, connection and commerce at the Clement Street Small Business Stroll. This guided walk will spotlight 6 locally owned businesses, each offering a unique look into their story, products and services.
At each stop, enjoy a short interview with the business owner followed by time to explore, shop and engage with neighbors. Many participating businesses will offer exclusive discounts or special promotions just for event guests. Stay until the end for a chance to win raffle prizes from the featured businesses!
Meet at the Richmond Branch (351 9th Avenue) at 2 pm. The event will take place rain or shine.
2:00 — Meet at Richmond Branch (351 9th Ave)
2:15 — Fleetwood (714 Clement St)
2:45 — Green Apple Books (506 Clement St)
3:15 — Tantrum (248 Clement St)
3:45 — Aroma Tea Shop (302 6th Ave)
4:15 — Schubert's Bakery (521 Clement St)
4:45 — The Bitter End (441 Clement St)

Presented by the San Francisco Public Library's Small Business Center and Richmond Branch!

Roth accounts can be a valuable piece of your financial puzzle. They offer exceptional tax advantages and a great way to save for retirement. We’ll talk about Roth IRAs and Roth 401(k)s, and how to make them work for you. Important topics include contribution amounts allowed by law, income limits for contributors, and timing of contributions. Also, how do you get money into these? We’ll discuss the rules for contributions, conversions, the Backdoor Roth, and the Mega-Backdoor—and why the benefits are worth all the trouble.
About the speaker: Heather C. Liston, CFP®, EA, is the Principal at Clarity Financial, a woman-owned, fee-only financial planning firm based in San Francisco. She works with individuals and couples on retirement planning; equity compensation; tax planning; risk management; investments; budgeting, saving, and debt management; and more. She also prepares tax returns and teaches courses in financial planning and income tax.

This will be an online event, using the Zoom platform. Reservations required: https://sfpl-org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fagUAaONRYaleAjv7cOMhA#/registration

Immigrant entrepreneurs share stories of resilience, entrepreneurship and belonging, exploring how building a business can create both freedom and community. Inspired by Fei-Fei Li’s memoir The Worlds I See, the panel highlights the vision, sacrifice and creativity that shape entrepreneurial journeys. Moderated by Cynthia Huie, panelists reflect on the challenges and triumphs of starting a business in a new land and how their enterprises nurture legacy, community, opportunity and hope for the next generation.
Pre-Event Marketplace: Our panelists will be selling their products beginning at 5 PM in the Koret Lobby.
Panel discussion starts at 6 PM in the Koret Auditorium.

Cynthia Huie is a San Francisco–based entrepreneur and community leader. She is the founder and co-owner of On Waverly, a bookshop, gift store and community space in Chinatown celebrating Asian American stories and creativity. Currently serving as President of the San Francisco Small Business Commission, Cynthia champions local entrepreneurship and neighborhood revitalization across the city. Deeply rooted in the Bay Area, Cynthia brings a multidisciplinary perspective shaped by her work in retail, healthcare and civic service—all grounded in a commitment to supporting immigrant and small business communities.

Jeffrey Dumlao is the owner and head designer of Chartreuse by Roje, a boutique floral studio that celebrates creativity and beauty one stem at a time. Born in the Philippines and raised in San Francisco, Dumlao earned a master’s degree from Georgetown University and built a successful career in human resources before returning to his lifelong passion for floral design. He is deeply rooted in San Francisco’s small business community and actively involved in several local merchant associations.

Nafy Flatley is the founder of Teranga, a San Francisco–based company inspired by the vibrant flavors and wellness traditions of Senegal. Drawing on childhood memories of her grandmother preparing drinks from the baobab fruit—the “tree of life”—Flatley turned a family tradition into a thriving business. Through Teranga, she shares nourishing, sustainable products that celebrate culture, community and connection.

Naz Khorram is a queer Iranian artist, activist, and entrepreneur who founded Arcana, a Mission District gathering space that weaves together art, plants, food and music. After being imprisoned as a political dissident, Khorrram sought asylum in the United States in 2009, finding freedom and community in San Francisco. Through Arcana, they create space for connection, self-expression and the celebration of diverse cultures.

Wendy Lieu is a first-generation Vietnamese American chocolatier and co-founder of Socola Chocolatier, known for its inventive, award-winning confections that blend Vietnamese flavors with modern craft. Born in a refugee camp in Kuala Lumpur, Lieu grew up in the Bay Area, where she and her sister, Susan, began experimenting with chocolates that tasted like home. Today, Socola Chocolatier celebrates heritage, creativity and the immigrant spirit.

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