Emma Silvers

Emma Silvers is a San Francisco journalist with 15+ years of experience covering the people and policies shaping arts and culture in the Bay. She grew up in Albany and lives in the Mission.

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a black and white photo shows a chaotic punk show with people falling over

Culture

Mabuhay Gardens to Reopen, Attempt to Remain Upright Under Weight of Expectations

The birthplace of San Francisco punk can’t be what it once was. Is it time to let it be something else instead?

Emma Silvers Oct 1, 2025

red village voice newspaper boxes that are empty

Culture

What We Talk About When We Talk About Alt-Weeklies

Alternative newsweeklies launched careers, called out corruption, and made journalism fun. Can we bring that energy back?

Emma Silvers Sep 15, 2025

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Mabuhay Gardens to Reopen, Attempt to Remain Upright Under Weight of Expectations

What We Talk About When We Talk About Alt-Weeklies