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Thursday, October 28

Free Coffee Week (Oct 26-28) | Justin Herman Plaza
Thursday, October 28 – All Day | Cost: FREE
Free Coffee Week (Oct 26-28) | Justin Herman Plaza

Need a pick me up in the morning after getting off of BART or during your lunch break?
On Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of this week head to Justin Herman Plaza at the Embarcadero Center to get a free coffee as part of “Keurig Coffee Break …

Final Day: $30 Flights on Southwest | SFO, OAK & San Jose
Thursday, October 28 – All Day | Cost: $30*
*$30 plus taxes and stuff
Final Day: $30 Flights on Southwest | SFO, OAK & San Jose

Southwest Airlines is running a 72 hour sale with fares as little as $30 each way from both San Francisco, Oakland and San Jose in December, January and February. You can even travel cross country for $120 each way.
The basics? Flights that are 0-450 miles …

50% Off Old Navy Deal
Thursday, October 28 – All Day | Cost: 50% Off
50% Off Old Navy Deal

To celebrate their 1,000,000th “like” on Facebook, Old Navy is giving everyone a 50% off coupon to use on one piece of outerwear for the winter.
Print your coupon, then use it in-store anywhere in the U.S. Tuesday, 10/26 through Thursday, 10/28.  Or shop online with …

One City, Four Films: The Wrath of Katrina | SF Main Library
Thursday, October 28 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE
One City, Four Films: The Wrath of Katrina | SF Main Library

Are you in on SF’s One City One Book program, reading Dave Eggers‘ newest book Zeitoun about post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans?
If so, or if you have a compassionate eye then you should watch this free showing of the instructive, professional hour-long documentary “Storm that …

The San Francisco Arts Market | UN Plaza
Thursday, October 28 – 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE
The San Francisco Arts Market | UN Plaza

Presenting the new, open-air marketplace for local arts and culture. The San Francisco Arts Market  in UN Plaza runs every Thursday thereafter from noon to 8:00 p.m. throughout this summer & fall through November 18th
Visit 1182 Market St between Grove and 8th for diverse arts, …

Japanese Ghost Stories & Golden Clouds | Asian Art Museum
Thursday, October 28 – 5:00 pm | Cost: $10
Japanese Ghost Stories & Golden Clouds | Asian Art Museum

“Matcha” is a monthly event during which the Asian Art Museum stays open late with a discounted admission price and puts on a whole host of special activities and docent tours.
October 28, 2010 Matcha: “Ghosts & Golden Clouds” Master storyteller Brenda Wong Aoki, Emmy Award-winning …

2010 Arab Heritage Celebration & Concert | SF City Hall
Thursday, October 28 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE but RSVP required
2010 Arab Heritage Celebration & Concert | SF City Hall

The Office of Mayor Gavin Newsom is hosting the annual celebration of Arab Heritage Month with live music in the City and County of San Francisco for October 2010. The event is to provide an opportunity for the Arab-American community and …

Secrets of the Sommeliers | Omnivore Books on Food
Thursday, October 28 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Secrets of the Sommeliers | Omnivore Books on Food

Rajat Parr’s profound knowledge of wines, deep relationships with producers, and renowned tasting abilities have made him a legend in the business. As wine director for the Mina Group, Parr presides over the lists at some of the country’s top restaurants, including wine-centric. In Secrets …

Environmental Film Fest Screening: Oil on Ice | SF Main Library
Thursday, October 28 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Environmental Film Fest Screening: Oil on Ice | SF Main Library

OIL ON ICE is a one-hour documentary that examines the battle over oil development within the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. This is a classic struggle in a stunning place, featuring the wildlife that adapted to this environment and the native cultures that rely on this …

A SuperNatural NightLife | California Academy of Sciences
Thursday, October 28 – 6:00 pm | Cost: $12
A SuperNatural NightLife | California Academy of Sciences

Kick off your Halloween weekend with a SuperNatural party at NightLife at the California Academy of Sciences.
Step into the world of parapsychology with Professor Paranormal, groove to ghoulish tunes by DJ Tomas Diablo and Space Cowboys, and hear sultry tunes sung by …

Kenneth Cole Fashion Night & DJ Academy | Macy’s
Thursday, October 28 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Kenneth Cole Fashion Night & DJ Academy | Macy's

Come to Macy’s in Union Square on Thursday, October 28th for the launch of the new Kenneth Cole Reaction men’s sportswear collection and enjoy a night of fashion, light refreshments and music.
Plus, create your own music mix with the help of a DJ from Scratch …

Kenneth Cole Reaction Men’s Sportswear Event | Union Square
Thursday, October 28 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Kenneth Cole Reaction Men's Sportswear Event | Union Square

Kenneth Cole Reaction is touring the country’s biggest Macy’s Stores to roll out its new sportswear collection.
Come to Level 3 of Macy’s Union Square store for Kenneth Cole Reaction… It’s a Guy Thing! a FREE night of fashion, light refreshments, music and mingling.
Plus, create your …

Sports Basement City Bike Ride | Mission
Thursday, October 28 – 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Sports Basement City Bike Ride | Mission

Join Sports Basement’s Bryant Street Store every other Thursday night for a mellow urban exploration by bike.
WHAT TO DO: Come for a ride with your road bike/cruiser/single-speed/mountain bike/hybrid/tricycle/tandem/BMX/Two-Wheeled Machines or whatever bike-like device you wish to ride, also a helmet and maybe a buddy and …

Learn the Creepy Art of Embalming | Oakland
Thursday, October 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Learn the Creepy Art of Embalming | Oakland

Thomas Marsden from The Chapel of the Chimes, Oakland, CA, will take us along on a body’s trip from death to burial. He will explain the hows and whys of the embalmer’s art, give a bit of historical perspective, and demonstrate (without a real cadaver) …

Waterfront Flicks: “Twilight” & Vampire Costume Contest | Oakland
Thursday, October 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Waterfront Flicks:

Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy an outdoor screening of “Twilight” on the Market Green at sundown. And whether you’re on Team Jacob or Team Edward, don your best vampire costume and start Halloween early! The best Twilight costume will be handsomely rewarded.

Free Show: Former Belle & Sebastian Singer Isobel Campbell | Amoeba Music SF
Thursday, October 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Free Show: Former Belle & Sebastian Singer Isobel Campbell | Amoeba Music SF

Gorgeous Isobel Campbell has worn many hats over the course of her career, from her stint as cellist and vocalist with Scottish indie-pop faves Belle and Sebastian to her role as bandleader in the Gentle Waves to her work as duet partner, arranger, and producer …

The Bold Italic’s Halloween Microhood: Mission Treat
Thursday, October 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE
The Bold Italic's Halloween Microhood: Mission Treat

From 7 to 9 p.m., partiers will enjoy a night of art, food, drink, fashion, and a blood-splattered, Dexter-inspired photo booth along that block. Show up in your best costume for this unique trick-or-treating of sorts.
Please join us on Thursday, October 28, for The Bold …

Ski Film Night & Free Beer | Sports Basement
Thursday, October 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $10
Ski Film Night & Free Beer | Sports Basement

Powderwhore is putting together their most ambitious backcountry ski flick yet. A strange “El Nino” year forced us to climb further, dig deeper and flat out try harder in order to create a film worthy of “A Powderwhore Production”. Mission accomplished.
“TeleVision” is …

Halloween Fashion & Burlesque Show | Oakland
Thursday, October 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $5
Halloween Fashion & Burlesque Show | Oakland

Two days before Halloween, an emporium of local designers, costumers, accessory crafters and more will be available to help put the finishing touches on Halloween costumes.
This event, hosted by the fabulous Ms. Ruby Vixen of Debauchery & Hubba Hubba’s own KingFish, features a fashion show, …

Teen Improv Creatures Of Impulse present ‘Nightmare’ | Pleasanton Teen Improv Creatures Of Impulse present 'Nightmare' | Pleasanton

Teen improv group Creatures of Impulse, directed by Mark Duncanson, opens its season with chills, thrills, teenage screams.
“Nightmare” is unpredictable long-form improv in a show designed to present a uniquely scary Halloween experience.
YOU SHAPE THE STAGE:
The audience will help create the characters …

Mos Eisly Cantina: Star Wars Costume Party | Mission
Thursday, October 28 – 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free in costume, otherwise $5, 21+
Mos Eisly Cantina: Star Wars Costume Party | Mission

The fun folks at SF Indie are putting on a Star Wars Themed Costume Party set, no less, in the Mos Eisly Cantina from Episode IV: A New Hope!
This is an all-night thing, going until 2am with many SW-themed activities. Hug a Wookie! Make a …

14th Annual Mario Savio Memorial Lecture with Elizabeth Warren | Berkeley 14th Annual Mario Savio Memorial Lecture with Elizabeth Warren | Berkeley

Come listen to consumer advocate Elizabeth Warren, speak on “Main Street First: Fixing Broken Markets and Rebuilding the Middle Class” at this year’s Mario Savio Memorial Lecture and Young Activist Awards.
An expert on credit and economic stress, Warren is known for her ability to simplify complex …

Dirty Dishes: Dance Club & Food Carts | Castro
Thursday, October 28 – 9:00 pm | Cost: $3*
*RSVP for guaranteed entry
Dirty Dishes: Dance Club & Food Carts | Castro

You know how on Thursday nights (remember: it’s the new Friday) you and your posse go out to bars or clubs and then end up at 2 am FAMISHED and on the hunt for a grubby, greasy spoon? Well, NOT THIS TIME!
This Thursday, come …

Every Thursday

$5 Top Shelf Cocktail Happy Hour | Oakland
Every Thursday – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Club 21
$5 Top Shelf Cocktail Happy Hour | Oakland

Every Thursday and Friday from 4-7pm Club 21 in Downtown Oakland gets you good and liquored up before hitting the town. Come out and drink top shelf alcohol like Patron and Greygoose, and make it happen all for $5 or stick with the cheap stuff for …

“So You Think You Can Paint?” Art Party | SoMa
Every Thursday – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Club Six

Self-billed as “The World’s Most Creative Happy Hour, bring a Friend, paint a Masterpiece. ”So you think you can Paint?”, was such a hit during the 2 Blocks of Art festival, that Club Six decided to open up their walls every Thursday to all who want to …

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