♫ If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to wear some BPS2026 ribbons ♪
Did you know the BPS front desk has some fun ribbons you can add to your badge? Here is my favorite ribbon: “I am Reviewer #2”. You can showcase them by sticking them directly on your name tag.
♫ If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to gaze into the future (future, future) ♪
If you grew up watching That’s So Raven like I did, you must take a trip down to Ashbury Avenue to visit the official That’s So Raven house. It is located in 461 Ashbury Ave which is a short drive from the Moscone Center, leaving enough time in-between breaks or during lunch.
Bonus: The famous Ashbury and Haight sign is only a few minute walk away. The Mrs. Doubtfire house is also nearby. I did not get a chance to visit but if there are any Mrs. Doubtfire fans out there, you can add it to your list.
♫ If you’re going to San Francisco, be sure to try out these spots ♪
Images in order from left to right: Caffé Central, Chaat corner, and Coren’s Hummus
Below are some vegan/vegetarian-friendly eateries that I recommend which are all walking distance from the Moscone center. Let me know if you have any other vegan/vegetarian recommendations in the comments!
- Chaat corner (320 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107)
- Oren's Hummus (71 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 9410)
- Caffé Central (133 O'Farrell St, San Francisco, CA 94102)
Now, here is the moment you all have been anticipating since Friday. I asked my fellow BPS2026ers how many times they have had the opportunity to attend and be a part of this vibrant community. Also, whether they traveled locally or internationally to participate. While only a handful of people took part in the poll, the results still offer a glimpse into who is here this year. Survey says…ding! 25% are first-time attendees, 12.5% are attending for the second time, another 12.5% for the third time, and 50% are conference veterans (joined four times or more). Most poll participants are traveling from within the U.S. And that’s a wrap on our mini-poll! These numbers may just be a snapshot, but they highlight the strong sense of continuity and enthusiasm that keeps BPS thriving year after year. Here is to another year of learning, connecting, and being inspired by this incredible community!
