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Wednesday, March 10
Saving the economy has usually meant harming the Earth. So how can California create decades of green growth across its entire economy? Zócalo and the New America Foundation invite leaders in the field and the state to explore how best to green the state workforce, transform industries to grow sustainably, and make our towns and cities more livable.
Zócalo in San Francisco: Where is My Green …
Eleven years after Black Rebel Motorcycle (BRMC) bassist Robert Levon Been and guitarist Peter Hayes started playing gigs around their hometown of San Francisco, the duo has now started over with a new vision, a new drummer, and the gift of a future unknown.
The sound of Beat The Devil’s Tattoo (out March 9th on Vagrant) comes from everywhere and nowhere. It draws a map and …
SF in SF (That’s “Science Fiction in San Francisco” in case you had to ask) presents a free Steampunk Movie Night on March 10, 2010 – although donations are accepted.
Come in steampunk costume and watch two steamy short films, The Mysterious Geographic Explorations of Jasper Morello, Dr. Horrible’s Sing-A-Long Blog, and the feature presentation Perfect Creature.
Reception and cash bar opens at 6:00PM
Movies being …
San Francisco’s Bazaar Cafe presents “How-To Night,” a new monthly series featuring one-night mini-workshops on just about anything.
Learn How to Get a Book Published (March 10, 2010): Eager to make the bestseller lists with your writing? Curious about how to go from book idea to book tour? Whether you’re writing a novel, a memoir or another type of nonfiction, literary agent Ted Weinstein will explain …
Thursday, March 11
Taste great local organic beer and learn about sustainable brewing practices on your lunch break (noon) at The Green Zebra Environmental Action Center on the ground floor of the Crocker Galleria on March 11, 2010.
Thirsty Bear is the first and only brewery in San Francisco to serve all premium fresh organic hand-crafted beer. Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early by sampling some local organic brew. Their …
Enjoy discounted evening admission to the California Academy of Sciences with a huge amount of one-night-only activities all included with your admission fee as “Nightlife” returns for its first appearance in 2010.
March 11, 2010: Scientific Oddities with Paxton Gate
Local retail treasure Paxton Gate is well-known around the city for featuring a diverse collection of “treasures and oddities inspired by the garden and the natural sciences”. …
Friday, March 12
Live 105 does its best work breaking new bands during its Sunday night “Radio Soundcheck” show, and now you get a chance to see several of Live 105 Music Director Aaron Axelsen’s favorite bands for super cheap at the first Live 105 “Buck 0-Five Show” in Santa Clara for… you guessed it… $1.05 admission.
Live 105 “Buck O-Five” Show
Three Great Bands for $1.05
Date: March 12, …
Sunday, March 14
Ask our Docs: Sex Furniture and Bedroom Olympics! Warm up for winter with tips and tricks on how to incorporate sex furniture into the bedroom! Dr. Carol Queen, Ph.D will show you how to ramp up your sex life with the Ramp, and let the wedge take you higher and higher. Plus, Enter to win the brand new Axis with Hitachi insert.
When: …
Monday, March 15
Over 20 bars and restaurants around the East Bay are participating in East Bay Yelp Drinks Week: Monday, March 15th – Sunday, March 21st, 2010 – a Bay Area-wide happy hour.
For three weeks in March, Yelp brings you “Yelp Drinks,” where you’ll get a chance to sip on lip-smackingly good adult libations at 25 locations that locals love all over the Bay Area! Participating …
Tuesday, March 16
Get a glimpse into beautiful Persian traditions and the culture of the Iranian-American community in the US and dance your way into ‘1399’ by jumping over the bonfires for Persian New Year, Tuesday, March 16, 6-10pm at Durant and Shattuck in Berkeley.
Shake off the darkness of winter and welcome the lightness of spring, a Persian ritual passed down since ancient Zoroastrian times. People jump over …
Wednesday, March 17
The California Academy of Sciences is a world-class scientific and cultural institution based in San Francisco. The Academy recently opened a new facility in Golden Gate Park, a 400,000 square foot structure that houses an aquarium, a planetarium a natural history museum and a 4-story rainforest all under one roof.
Normally $24.95 for adults, visit the Academy for free, every Third Wednesday of the month …
St. Patrick’s day revelers in Alameda, Oakland, Berkeley, and San Francisco can get their cab rides home paid for throughout the night of March 17, 2010 as Alameda law firm Berg Injury Lawyers once again is sponsoring the “Safe and Sober Free Cab Ride Home” program for 2010.
Free Cab Rides Home for St. Patrick’s Day 2010
Begins: March 17, 2010 – 3pm
Ends: March 18, 2010 – …
Saturday, March 20
Tour aircraft inside and out, meet real life pilots, learn what it takes to become a pilot and enjoy free snacks as the Hayward Flight School is hosting their free Spring Welcome Event at the Hayward Airport.
In addition to airplane tours, the flight school will also give a short presentation about what it takes to become a pilot. And if you’re up for it, you …
Friday, March 26
Experience the great films of Hollywood’s Golden Era in one of America’s finest Art Deco movie palace.
With over 3,000 seats and a meticulously-restored interior, the Paramount offers a true “Movie Palace” experience straight out of the 1930s – with period newsreels, cartoons, previews, live music from the Mighty Wurlitzer organ and the audience participation spinning wheel game of “Dec-O-Win.”
March 26th Screening: “Captain Blood” …
Saturday, March 27
Pretty Pretty (Look at You!) – Makeup sessions with Kegel Kater, Presented by RetroFit Vintage
In this makeup tutorial, Kegel applies intricate makeup for her role as whore/angel/lotus dancer in the Cockettes’ hit musical “Pearls Over Shanghai,” while discussing some key products and techniques.
Sign up for private makeup sessions, take advantage of special pricing on makeup and wigs, including Kryolan and Ben Nye products, and support …
Saturday, April 17
Watch teams of crazy bed racers jump on top of the sheets and head for the finish line as part of the “Bed Race for the Future.” Although it costs $181 to enter (proceeds go to charity) it’s free to watch for spectators and is bound to be a hoot. Teams will compete for speed and style with four strong and swift pushers to move …
Saturday, April 24
Pretty Pretty (Look at You!) – Makeup sessions with Kegel Kater, Presented by RetroFit Vintage
In this makeup tutorial, Kegel applies intricate makeup for her role as whore/angel/lotus dancer in the Cockettes’ hit musical “Pearls Over Shanghai,” while discussing some key products and techniques.
Sign up for private makeup sessions, take advantage of special pricing on makeup and wigs, including Kryolan and Ben Nye products, and support …
Wednesday, September 1
See the historic Fort Point by the light of candles and stars on this evening tour with a park ranger as your guide. Candlelight tours are available Saturday evenings (6:30pm) during the months of November to February.
To make reservations: The first day to make reservations for Fall/Winter 2010/11 is September 1, 2010. Advanced reservations required by calling (415) 556-1693.
Please note the phone lines can …
