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City note 192 · Books + music

The Booksmith

A literary Haight anchor whose event calendar matters as much as the shelves.

1727 Haight Street, San Francisco, CAOpen map

Leave room to browse, and check the calendar if you want The Booksmith when the shop is at its liveliest.

Good for
Daytime · Solo
Time
30 min – 2 hr
Cost
$
Plan
Check the schedule

Check current hours or programming before crossing the city

Checked August 9, 2026 against the place's official site

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