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Sunday, April 27

Free Screening: Raul Ruiz’s “The Wandering Soap Opera” + Surrealist Shorts
Sunday, April 27 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Koret Auditorium
Free Screening: Raul Ruiz’s “The Wandering Soap Opera” + Surrealist Shorts

The San Francisco Public Library concludes its 100 Years of Surrealism film series with a screening of selected surrealist short films, followed by a screening of the feature film, The Wandering Soap Opera, by Franco-Chilean director Raul Ruiz.
The Wandering Soap Opera is a dreamily interconnected …

Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup “National Pet Parents Day” (Oakland)
Sunday, April 27 – 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*NO RSVP REQUIRED BUT APPRECIATED
| Township Commons Park
Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup "National Pet Parents Day" (Oakland)

Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup – National Pet Parents Day Edition!
Back by pup-ular demand!
Our first Brooklyn Basin Small Dog Meetup was a huge hit, with small dogs from all over the East Bay coming together for a tail-wagging good time—so we’re doing it again!
Join us …

Unplug & Play Collective: No Phone Zone Hangout (Oakland) Unplug & Play Collective: No Phone Zone Hangout (Oakland)

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Escape the digital grind, leave your cell phone at the door, and detox at Kinfolx in Oakland to bring in Spring. Enjoy a Sunday afternoon of screen-free mingling surrounded by a community of like-minded people looking to unplug and …

Live Music in the Mission: C Breezy Quartet, On Mute, Dear Mateo (Kilowatt)
Sunday, April 27 – 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Kilowatt Bar
Live Music in the Mission: C Breezy Quartet, On Mute, Dear Mateo (Kilowatt)

Local bands playing Sunday matinee (free) show in the heart of the Mission District at historic music venue, Kilowatt.
About the bands: Rock, funk, dance, americana, blues, psych, and other influences
C Breezy Quartet: https://www.instagram.com/cbreezy_music/
On Mute: https://www.instagram.com/onmute_music/
Dear Mateo: https://www.instagram.com/dearmateo/
About the venue: Opening in 1994 in a San …

Author: Jeanne Theoharis in conversation with Lerone A. Martin
Sunday, April 27 – 3:00 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francsico Public Library, Main Library, African American Center
Author: Jeanne Theoharis in conversation with Lerone A. Martin

Best selling author Jeanne Theoharis will discuss her new book, King of the North, with Lerone A. Martin, Director of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Research and Education Institute at Stanford University.
Garnering starred reviews from both Kirkus and Publishers Weekly, King of the North: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Life of Struggle …

“A Hard Day’s Nightmare” Screening (Matinée)
Sunday, April 27 – 4:00 pm | Cost: $15 | The Lost Church
"A Hard Day's Nightmare" Screening (Matinée)

$15 General Admission
Doors at 4:00pm.
Show from 4:45-7:00pm with one intermission
All-Ages are welcome
Earlybirds!
$3 off each ticket when you use the code earlybird5 at checkout. Offer ends April 20th.
Promo Codes are not applicable at the door.
Codes are not case sensitive, but must be typed as one word.
“A …

“Mayday, Mayday” Sea Shanties at the Pelican Inn (Muir Beach)
Sunday, April 27 – 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, but come early - seating is tight!
| The Pelican Inn
"Mayday, Mayday" Sea Shanties at the Pelican Inn (Muir Beach)

Experience the legendary Dynamic Duo: Sea Shanties in an Old English Pub! Sir Francis Drake’s Ship was called the “Pelican” and that’s where start. Sea Shanties were sung by sailor’s to take away the Barnical Blues, and what better a place by the sea …

Monday, April 28

Chess Night at Barebottle Brewery
Monday, April 28 – 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Please support the venue by buying something to eat, drink, or take home for later
| Barebottle Brewing Company
Chess Night at Barebottle Brewery

Join us every Monday night from 5-8pm for casual games in a friendly setting. All levels and ages are welcome. Bring a chess set if you have one. Please make a purchase to thank our generous hosts for letting us use their space. Calendar and …

Magic at the Enchante: A Close-Up Illusion Show
Monday, April 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $45*
*The venue seats 10 and every seat is a front-row seat
| Enchante Boutique Hotel
Magic at the Enchante: A Close-Up Illusion Show

Join Bay Area magician and mentalist David Martinez for an unforgettable close-up magic experience at the beautiful Enchanté Boutique Hotel in Downtown Los Altos.
This intimate experience seats only 10 magic lovers, so get your tickets fast before they sell out!
David Martinez is one of the …

“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)
Monday, April 28 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free before 8pm; $5 after
| Madrone Art Bar
"Motown On Mondays" DJ Night (Madrone Art Bar)
Mogwai
Monday, April 28 – 8:00 pm | Cost: $45.88 | The Regency Ballroom
Mogwai

Goldenvoice & KEXP Present

Mogwai
with Papa M

The Regency Ballroom
1300 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA 94109
(415) 673-5716

Mon Apr 28, 2025 – 8:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
Doors Open: 7:00 PM
Onsale: Fri Sep 20, 2024 – 10:00 AM

If tickets in the accessible section are unavailable, please reach out to the venue for accommodations. Please note, orders in violation …

Tuesday, April 29

Well-Crafted: Jesmonite Art at Saluhall

Well-Crafted: Embroidery
Our free craft workshops in are the perfect artsy excuse to also enjoy a new bar or restaurant in Mid-Market. Join us at Saluhall for a unique workshop making Jesmonite art. While you’re at it, grab a craft beer or a smish smash burger and socialize …

Maintaining Healthy Landscapes
Tuesday, April 29 – 6:30 pm | Cost: FREE | Mountain View Public Library
Maintaining Healthy Landscapes

Seating is limited. Registration is recommended. Walk-ins are also welcome. 
Learn how to keep your landscape healthy through the seasons with proper maintenance techniques including pest and weed management, pruning, mulching, and watering tips. This talk will be presented by Shelkie Tao.
Shelkie Tao of Water Efficient Garden is …

Wednesday, April 30

Book Lecture at UC Berkeley: How Local Organizations Shape US Education
Wednesday, April 30 – 4:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP requested: bit.ly/subtlewebslaunch
| UC Berkeley, Berkeley Way West Building
Book Lecture at UC Berkeley: How Local Organizations Shape US Education

The talk explores how organizations outside schools have created an invisible infrastructure not only to affect local school districts but also to shape US education. Using the case of school dropout prediction systems, it provides a behind-the-scenes look at how local organizations in Chicago, Philadelphia, …

Big Brain Lectures: The Science of Confidence: How Much is Too Much? Big Brain Lectures: The Science of Confidence: How Much is Too Much?

About Us:
Big Brain is a speaker series in San Francisco where academics and passionate people give lectures in the coolest bars and cafes in the city!
 
Event Description:
Imposter syndrome—we’ve all felt it. But what about the exact opposite?
​Join us for our next event with Professor Don Moore, …

Welcome To Our House
Wednesday, April 30 – 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP required
| Goethe-Institut

Step into a curated listening session with Darling Cool and Nastia Voynovskaya as they explore the soul of house music—its sound, its spirit, and its radical roots. Born in Chicago’s underground clubs, house music emerged from the creativity and resilience of Black, POC, and queer …

“Mamma Mia” ABBA’s Epic Broadway Musical Comes to SF (Apr. 30 – May 11)
Wednesday, April 30 – 7:30 pm | Cost: $55*
*Tickets can be found at broadwaysf.com.
| Orpheum Theatre
"Mamma Mia" ABBA's Epic Broadway Musical Comes to SF (Apr. 30 - May 11)

A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads.
And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget!
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship, and identity is beautifully told through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of …

Thursday, May 1

SF Opera’s Free “Bohème Out of the Box” Performance (San Ramon)
Thursday, May 1 – 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*RSVP: https://www.sfopera.com/seasons/opera-out-of-the-box/san-ramon-0501/
| Alexander Square at City Center, Bishop Ranch
SF Opera's Free "Bohème Out of the Box" Performance (San Ramon)

Venue Information:
Escape the midday routine and experience the magic of Bohème Out of the Box at City Center Bishop Ranch, in partnership with the City of San Ramon. Set in the square of this modern shopping and dining destination, this dynamic lunchtime performance offers the …

San Francisco Opera “Bohème Out of the Box” (City Center Bishop Ranch)
Thursday, May 1 – 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*FREE
| City Center Bishop Ranch
San Francisco Opera "Bohème Out of the Box" (City Center Bishop Ranch)

San Francisco Opera’s “Bohème Out of the Box” is coming to City Center Bishop Ranch on May 1, bringing Puccini’s beloved “La Bohème“ from the stage to the heart of San Ramon.
This free, one-hour production starring guest artists and San Francisco Opera’s Adler Fellows takes …

Comedy Show at The Ameswell Hotel (Mountain View)
Thursday, May 1 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Outstanding Dinner and Drinks Available Onsite. Make it a date night!
| The Ameswell Hotel
Comedy Show at The Ameswell Hotel (Mountain View)

Come for a fun evening of laughter and if your hungry or thirsty, great food and a full bar.  Make it a date night!

“First Thursdays” Live Music at The Village at San Antonio Center (Mountain View)
Thursday, May 1 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Event registration encouraged.
| The Village at San Antonio Center
"First Thursdays" Live Music at The Village at San Antonio Center (Mountain View)

On May 1st from 6-8pm, experience the vibrant fusion of jazz, swing, and Latin rhythms with Americano Social Club. Their infectious grooves will have you dancing all night long. Grab your lawn chair or blanket and join us in the park at The Village at San …

Live Music, First Thursdays at The Village at San Antonio Center
Thursday, May 1 – 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE | The Village at San Antonio Center
Live Music, First Thursdays at The Village at San Antonio Center

Get a jump on the weekend mood at The Village at San Antonio Center First Thursdays with live music. On May 1st from 6-8pm, experience the vibrant fusion of jazz, swing, and Latin rhythms with Americano Social Club. Their infectious grooves will have you dancing all …

Shop Basics at Ace Makerspace (Oakland) Shop Basics at Ace Makerspace (Oakland)

You must RSVP/purchase tickets through the ace makerspace website: Shop Basics – Ace Makerspace
Your Ace Makerspace Woodworking and Metalworking experience starts here! First, get up to speed on shop etiquette and learn the ins and outs of sharing tools and space at Ace Makerspace. This …

Select Thine Own Journey… In Space
Thursday, May 1 – 7:00 pm | Cost: $35 | Oasis
Select Thine Own Journey... In Space

𝙈𝙀𝘿𝙄𝘼 𝙈𝙀𝙇𝙏𝘿𝙊𝙒𝙉 presents…Select Thine Own Journey… In Space!
“A must-see!” -Amanda Bartlett, SF Gate
The Bay Area’s funniest drag performers are forming a Rebel Alliance to save the galaxy and they need a little help… from you!
After sell-out performances at Sketchfest and Oasis, San Francisco’s hit show …

3-time Grammy Winner: Cécile McLorin Salvant at SFJAZZ (May 1-3)
Thursday, May 1 – 7:30 pm | Cost: $40 | SFJAZZ Center
3-time Grammy Winner: Cécile McLorin Salvant at SFJAZZ (May 1-3)

Three-time GRAMMY Winner Cécile McLorin Salvant is the “the most successful female jazz singer to emerge since the turn of the millennium” (JazzTimes). Following her spellbinding 2022-23 Season performances focused on her latest Nonesuch album Mélusine, she brings music from her latest project.
Possessing a deep, velvety voice, rhythmic …