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Saturday, December 17

All DaySalvation Army 2016 “Toy & Joy” Holiday Sort & Giveaway | SF  FREE*
*RSVP required and space for volunteers is limited
9:00 amFree BollyX “Bollywood Meets Zumba” Class | SF  FREE
10:00 amCrissy Field Beginner Bird Walk | SF  FREE
10:00 amWin Tix: Final Chance to See Exploratorium’s Exhibit “Powers of Resolution” | SF  WIN
10:00 amWin Tix: Craneway Crafts Fair | Richmond  WIN
All DayFree PresidiGo Shuttle | Downtown to Presidio  FREE
Build an Organic Forest Christmas Wreath: Free Workshop | The Presidio
Saturday, December 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but an RSVP is required.
| Main Post (Presidio)

Create holiday décor with organic trimmings from the Presidio forest, with help from their merry volunteers. Greens, wire, clippers, and frames are provided. Bring your own trimmings – ribbons, cards, and mementos.  Presidio Forest Wreath Making Workshop Saturday & Sunday, December 17-18 | 11 am to 4 ...

11:00 amWin Tix: “Sing You A Merry Christmas” at Grace Cathedral | SF  WIN
M0XY’s Krampus Holiday Art Bazaar | Oakland You’re invited to Classic Cars West for M0xy’s Krampus Holiday Art Bazaar, a unique blend of sensory delights for one day only, Saturday Dec. 17 from 11am-6pm. Krampus (krǎmpus) n. 1. the yin to St. Nick’s yang 2. he who punishes bad boys and girls Bazaar (bə-ˈzär) ...

11:00 amDrop-In Bike Workshop & Advice | Mountain View  FREE
11:00 amWreath Making Workshop | The Presidio  FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is required.
11:00 amWinter Open House: Musical Performances, Cookies & Refreshments | South SF  FREE
12:00 pmAlternative Santa: Representing Diversity in Community | Oakland  FREE
12:00 pmBeer-Filled Pop-up Holiday Market | Oakland  FREE*
*Bring cash for shopping.
“Toys and Treats” Bi-Rite & Chocolate Party | The Mission Party at the Parklet. Bi-Rite Market & Dandelion Chocolate in partnership with Paxton Gate & Four Barrel Coffee are hosting “Toys and Treats” – a holiday party & toy collection event at the Dandelion Valencia Street parklet. Enjoy a delicious Bi-Rite Creamery Christmas cookie and piping ...
2:00 pm“Give Me Shelter” Free Screening | SF Main Library  FREE*
*Free but an RSVP is encouraged.
3 O’Clock Rock Mini Concert | Amoeba Berkeley
Saturday, December 17 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Amoeba Music (Berkeley)
Rock out at Amoeba Berkeley with the kids of 3 O’Clock Rock at 2pm. 3 O’Clock Rock is an Oakland-based after school music program that offers classes in band, analog recording, music video film production, cartooning, stop film animation, silk screening, and private lessons for ...
“Avenues Dry Goods” Shop Local Holiday Happy Hour w/ Cider & Snacks | Sunset
Saturday, December 17 – 2:00 pm - Ends at 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Avenues Dry Goods
Avenue Dry Goods is a new shop with  locally-made goods –  useful, practical, and delightful things for life on the edge of the continent (i.e. just a few blocks from from the Ocean) Everything in the store is made by local artists and craftspeople, so it’s ...
2:00 pm3rd Saturday Guided Gallery District Tour | Oakland  FREE
2:00 pmAnime & Manga Club: An Afternoon Full Of Fun | SF  FREE
$7.50 Tix: A Cathedral Christmas: Choir & Full Orchestra | Grace Cathedral
Saturday, December 17 – 3:00 pm | Cost: $7.50*
*Use code JFC for 50% off Tickets (normally $15)
| Grace Cathedral

Ring in the season with Grace Cathedral’s Choir of Men and Boys, in a performance of classic carols and sacred masterpieces with full orchestra and organ. It’s a holiday tradition at one of SF’s most historic and gorgeous settings. > Get Tickets – $7.50 (use exclusive ...

San Francisco Ballet Story Time & Workshop | Westfield Centre
Saturday, December 17 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Centre
As part of the Winter Holiday Bazaar, the San Francisco Ballet hosts an afternoon story time and movement workshop (likely geared towards kids) under the dome at the Westfield Centre in San Francisco.
5:30 pmHoliday Music Gala-Hawaiian Style: Free Food, Music, & Hula Dancing | Berkeley  FREE*
*Canned food donations benefitting the Alameda County Food Bank are encouraged.
San Franpsycho’s Ugly Sweater Party & Free Beer | Inner Sunset
Saturday, December 17 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP on Facebook requested
| San Franpsycho (Inner Sunset)
San Franpsycho’s having an Ugly Sweater Party this Saturday, December 17th from 6-9pm with hot buttered rum, free beer, good deals, good times, and music by The Accountant. Come out and start your night with us, then head to your next holiday party. 10% of all proceeds will go ...
6:00 pmUnderground United: Benefit Concert for the Ghost Ship Fires | Oakland  $5*
*Siding scale donation
“Exit Reality” Grand Opening: Free Virtual Reality Game Night | SF
Saturday, December 17 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Myriad Market Hall
“Exit Reality” brings VR to the people. Join in for the grand opening at the Myriad and enjoy free play in the “Exit” cube between 6 and 9 pm on December 17, 2016. Drop into the “Exit Reality” cube and truck for the ultimate VR experience surrounded by food, ...
6:30 pmCat People Comedy & Free Pizza | Oakland  $5*
*$5 at the door and it comes with a free pizza
“F*ck U”: National Feminist Art Exhibition Opening | SF
Saturday, December 17 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Arc Studios & Gallery
More than 40 self-identified feminist artists speak out against misogyny in the provocatively-titled exhibition, F*ck U! In the Most Loving Way. Organized in response to the 2016 Presidential campaign and election, the exhibition examines in raw detail how the artists react to patriarchy and shines a spotlight on ...
$10 Tix: Misfit Cabaret’s “Wilde Women” | Great Star Theater
Saturday, December 17 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $10*
*Use promo code WILDFUNCHEAP for $10 tickets (Normally $20)
| Great Star Theater

Come celebrate the bohemian era of Oscar Wilde the way the Wilde man himself would have wanted, with sensual performances, outstanding musical talents, and opulence dripping from the walls. Misfit Cabaret’s Wilde Women “A Bawdy Holiday Affair” Friday & Saturday, December 16-17, 2016 | 8pm ...

“Critical Hit” Comedy Show & Free Pizza | Oakland
Saturday, December 17 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $5*
*Admission is $5, and you'll enjoy some free pizza, free candy, and of course, comedy
| It's Your Move Game Store

This time around they’ve got an incredible lineup: From the Bay: Mary Goss LA babyface: Nathan Mosher The hero of Los Angeles: James Fritz  And your headliner, making his triumphant bay area return: Casey Ley Every Saturday

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Free Community Yoga Class | Berkeley
Every Saturday – 10:00 am - Ends at 11:00 am | Cost: FREE | Sports Basement (Berkeley)
Free Community Yoga Class | Berkeley
Grab your yoga mat and come to Sports Basement Berkeley for some relaxing weekend yoga. Community classes take place every Saturday. Free Community Yoga Class Every Saturday | 10 am Sports Basement, 2727 Milvia St, Berkeley, CA FREE Please BYOM (Bring Your Own Mat) and water bottle. All levels are welcome. Updated 1/28/2020 ...
Historic Ferry Building Tour | SF
Historic Ferry Building Tour | SF
Enjoy an hour-long walk on the rise, tragic fall, and modern rebirth of one of San Francisco’s most renowned historic landmarks. Visit a contemporary swirl of shops and learn the history of ferries, freeways, and quakes. Meet at the foot of the stairs at the front ...
Free Outdoor Yoga Day | Golden Gate Park
Every Saturday – 11:30 am | Cost: FREE | Golden Gate Park
Free Outdoor Yoga Day | Golden Gate Park
Take yourself outside and into the beauty of this city’s heart and soul. Practice yoga under the trees and let the ocean air sooth and invigorate you. This class expertly blends breathing and movement, strength and grace, imagination and form. You will gain a personal understanding ...
“The Setup” Underground Comedy Show | SF
Every Saturday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 9:30 pm | Cost: $5*
*$5 online with discount code FUNCHEAP; otherwise, it's $10.
| The Basement
"The Setup" Underground Comedy Show | SF
The Setup is an underground stand-up comedy show in the heart of San Francisco. This venue used to be the green room for the legendary Blackhawk jazz venue where Miles Davis used to play. Now, it’s a comedy show that features established comedians from around the ...
“Critical Hit” Comedy Show | Oakland
Every Saturday – 8:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: $10 | It's Your Move Game Store
"Critical Hit" Comedy Show | Oakland
Critical Hit is hosted by Erik Krasner, Hayden Greif-Neill and Jim McVeigh at It’s Your Move Games & Hobbies in Temescal for over 4 years and still going strong. Every week, some of our favorite comedians are invited to perform. Along with the producers, you can ...
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