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Sunday, July 1
Four years have elapsed since Perfect Symmetry and two since Night Train, the EP that followed its three full-length predecessors to the top of the British album charts, securing the band a place in pop history. If Keane’s feverishly loyal fan base wondered what the group’s next album would …
A Festival favorite returns when Preservation Hall Jazz Band brings the sounds of the Big Easy back to the Grove. Local group The Stone Foxes open the show with a roadhouse-ready sound steeped in gritty blues.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
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Wednesday, July 4
AAA’s Tipsy Tow Program offers a free tow for drinking drivers in Northern California from 6pm on the Fourth of July 2012 until 6am the next morning, in Northern California, Nevada and Utah.
And you don’t even have to be a AAA member.
For Tipsy Tow, call …
Sunday, July 8
An annual favorite, the San Francisco Symphony performs with Music Director and Conductor Michael Tilson Thomas in a rare summer appearance. The afternoon’s program features the iconic sounds of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 with members of the San Francisco Symphony Chorus.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
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Wednesday, July 11
Dancin’ in the Square takes place the 1st, 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of every month with a live band. Arrive early for free introductory dance lessons by professional dance instructors and stay for the open dance floor during the band’s live set.
“Salsa in the Square” …
Friday, July 13
The Giants celebrate Fourth of July a few days late with a post-game fireworks show on July 13th.
No need to pay to get into AT&T Park just to see the fireworks. As soon as the San Francisco Giants defeat the Astros in AT&T Park …
Saturday, July 14
Every summer Film Night in the Park puts on free outdoor movies in parks throughout San Francisco and Marin County. Films are shown in beautiful park settings and projected on a giant outdoor screen.
Films are free of charge in beautiful park settings and projected on a …
Sunday, July 15
The Festival presents cross-cultural cool with internationally renowned Indian-British producer, DJ, and multi-instrumentalist, Nitin Sawhney.
Singer-songwriter Meshell Ndegeocello brings her eclectic blend of folk, jazz, hip-hop, funk, and rock sensibilities.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
June 24 – August 26, 2012
Stern Grove, 19th Avenue …
Saturday, July 21
The Presidio Trust and the Walt Disney Family Museum present a Golden Gate Bridge 75th anniversary commemorative film festival featuring seven films starring the Bay Area’s iconic superstar.
The final four films are monthly indoor screenings in the Walt Disney Family Museum Theater. All screenings are free. …
Sunday, July 22
Sunday Streets is San Francisco’s official block party – a sorta-monthly roving neighborhood celebration where the streets are closed to vehicles so pedestrians, roller skaters, bicyclists, yoga classes… whoever can take over for an afternoon.
The July 22, 2012 event will take place in Bayview.
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Come out and enjoy monthly free sail boat rides with Cal Sailing Club. At the Open Houses they offer an opportunity to learn first-hand how to enjoy fun on a sailboat in the bay.
Sign up in front of the clubhouse between 1 – 4 pm.
Bring a strap …
The Escovedo family brings the beat in this one-of-a-kind performance featuring the Pete Escovedo Orchestra, The E Family Band with Pete, Juan, Peter Michael, and Sheila E, and a special performance by Sheila E.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
June 24 – August …
Sunday, July 29
Experience the grace and beauty of one of the world’s premiere ballet companies in the incomparable setting of Stern Grove…don’t miss San Francisco Ballet’s only summer performance in the Bay Area.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
June 24 – August 26, 2012
Stern Grove, …
Saturday, August 4
The 39th Nihonmachi Street Fair is a huge two-day celebration of the Asian / Pacific communities in the Bay Area.
San Francisco’s Japantown, the fair will take to the streets again for a full weekend of live music, dance performances, food festival and art representative of …
Every summer Film Night in the Park puts on free outdoor movies in parks throughout San Francisco and Marin County. Films are shown in beautiful park settings and projected on a giant outdoor screen.
Films are free of charge in beautiful park settings and projected on a …
Sunday, August 5
The 10th Annual Jerry Day is an annual civic and cultural event that celebrates one of the greatest rock guitarists of all time and San Francisco native son – Jerry Garcia and his Excelsior roots.
The all day concert and festival takes place August 5, 2012 …
Sunday Streets is San Francisco’s official block party – a sorta-monthly roving neighborhood celebration where the streets are closed to vehicles so pedestrians, roller skaters, bicyclists, yoga classes… whoever can take over for an afternoon.
The August 5, 2012 event will take place in the Mission District …
Latin alternative favorites Ozomatli return to Stern Grove Festival with their genre-spanning, high-energy sound. Opening the afternoon is Malian hip-hop trio SMOD.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
June 24 – August 26, 2012
Stern Grove, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., SF
Since 1938, Stern Grove Festival …
Friday, August 10
Outside Lands once again rocks Golden Gate Park for three days of music, food, beer and art on August 10 – 12, 2012.
The 2012 lineup represents a palpable expansion on the traditions of the festival Rolling Stone called last year, “One of America’s best.” Metallica, Stevie …
Sunday, August 12
Re-creating a legendary San Francisco recording session, Al Jarreau and The George Duke Trio reunite for an afternoon of jazz classics.
Oakland’s neo-soul songstress Mara Hruby opens the day with her mesmerizing, smooth vocals.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
June 24 – August 26, …
Saturday, August 18
The Art Beat Foundation presents “Feel the Art Beat: A Summer Festival of Music, Art, Word & Thought.”
This free event will take place in McLaren Park Saturday, August 18, 2012 from 10am to 5pm and will feature a full program of local music, poetry and …
The Presidio Trust and the Walt Disney Family Museum present a Golden Gate Bridge 75th anniversary commemorative film festival featuring seven films starring the Bay Area’s iconic superstar.
August 18, 6 pm, A View to a Kill, (1985)
An investigation of a horse-racing scam leads 007 to a mad …
Saturday, August 25
Every summer Film Night in the Park puts on free outdoor movies in parks throughout San Francisco and Marin County. Films are shown in beautiful park settings and projected on a giant outdoor screen.
Films are free of charge in beautiful park settings and projected on a …
Sunday, August 26
Known for their viral videos and quirky sound, alternative rockers OK Go close the 75th Season in celebratory style.
Local band The Family Crest opens with an eclectic blend of indie rock and classical musicianship.
Stern Grove Festival 2012
Sunday Concerts at 2pm
June 24 – August …
Saturday, September 1
Join SF’s most interesting writers, cartoonists and illustrators Saturday and Sunday, September 1st and 2nd 2012, for the 11th Annual San Francisco Zine Fest.
Over the two-day festival at the San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park, over 150 small-press and DIY creators will be …
