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Saturday, November 16

Full Moon Trip Temple
Saturday, November 16 – 8:00 pm - Ends at 12:00 am | Cost: FREE*
*Donation
| Professor Seagull's Smartshop
Full Moon Trip Temple
Full Moon Trip Temple Returns this month on Saturday November 16th from 8pm – 12am. Be sure to stop in on this magical evening and feel the energy of the Full Moon Weirdness!

Sunday, November 17

Storytime Sunday with Nicole and Isabella
Sunday, November 17 – 10:30 am - Ends at 12:00 pm | Cost: FREE | On Waverly
Join us for the our last Storytime Sunday of the year! On Waverly’s 11/17 Storytime Sunday will feature 2 incredible AAPI children’s book authors: Isabella Kung and Nicole Chen. Little ones will get a chance to get read excerpts from 2 books, receive their own ...

ParkPilates Outdoor Mat Pilates and Fall Floral Arrangement Social
Sunday, November 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 12:30 pm | Cost: $19*
*Includes cost of flowers and pilates class
| China Basin Park
ParkPilates Outdoor Mat Pilates and Fall Floral Arrangement Social
Join ParkPilates at China Basin Park for a rejuvenating morning of movement, creativity, and connection! Start your Saturday with a 45-minute invigorating Pilates class led by a certified instructor, designed to build strength, flexibility, and mindfulness in a serene outdoor setting. After the Pilates session, unleash ...
Free Museum Month at SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum (thru Dec. 15)
Sunday, November 17 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Free Museum Month at SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum (thru Dec. 15)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...

Chinatown Playdate for 6-10 Year Olds w/ Outdoor and Indoor Playgrounds
Sunday, November 17 – 2:30 pm - Ends at 5:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
*event is free, all attendees must register
| Playdate in Chinatown - outdoor and indoor playground
Chinatown Playdate for 6-10 Year Olds w/ Outdoor and Indoor Playgrounds
We are thrilled to invite you and your child(ren) to an afternoon of play and connection at Ainia’s special playdate. Designed for kids ages ~6-10, this is a relaxed playdate where families can meet new friends, mingle, and explore indoor and outdoor playgrounds in a ...

Tuesday, November 19

The Bay After 2024: State of Change w/ KALW (SF)
Tuesday, November 19 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free, Donations Requested
| KALW
The Bay After 2024: State of Change w/ KALW (SF)
Post-election, what’s new for state and local government? Join KALW and our trusted newsroom partners for an in-depth discussion about how this election’s outcomes will effect the way we live in the Bay. Joe Eskenazi was born in San Francisco, raised in the Bay Area, and attended ...

Thursday, November 21

C/Change: Prototyping Just Technological Futures Closing Event
Thursday, November 21 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free with RSVP
| Goethe-Institut
Join us for the closing event of C/Change: Prototyping Just Technological Futures, an initiative by the Goethe-Institut San Francisco and Gray Area. This project aims to inspire cultural exchange and foster inclusive, forward-looking initiatives through emerging technologies. The event will bring together artists to discuss ...

Friday, November 22

Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday (Until 2025)
Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday (Until 2025)

San Francisco Bay Ferry just announced that ferry rides between Richmond and Downtown San Francisco will be free Friday from November 1 through the end of 2024. Ferry Nice!!!! The ferry ride is approximately 35 minutes and takes off from Gate E2 at the Downtown ...Every Friday

KALW’s “Crosscurrents Live” w/ Free Pizz (SF)
Friday, November 22 – 7:00 pm - Ends at 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Suggested Donation: $20, no one turned away for lack of funds.
| KALW
KALW's "Crosscurrents Live" w/ Free Pizz (SF)
Join the Crosscurrents family for a live joyful evening featuring Bay Area voices. Hana Baba hosts a night of storytelling, poetry, dance and music to uplift and inspire. Experience your favorite Crosscurrents features, live and in person, including Sights & Sounds with Jenee Darden and poet ...

Sunday, November 24

Free Sunday at SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year on Dec. 15)
Sunday, November 24 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Free Sunday at SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year on Dec. 15)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...

Thursday, November 28

Volunteer for Thanksgiving Day Visits & Meal Deliveries to SF Older Adults
Thursday, November 28 – 10:00 am - Ends at 12:30 pm | Cost: FREE | TBD (in SF) - Address will be sent in confirmation email
Volunteer for Thanksgiving Day Visits & Meal Deliveries to SF Older Adults
Get ready to spread some Thanksgiving cheer with LBFE! We’re excited to invite you to our upcoming Thanksgiving festivities, where you can make a real difference: In-person visit with meal delivery (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) Meal delivery only (10:30 AM – 12:30 PM) Important:Thanksgiving meals must be picked up in ...

Friday, November 29

Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free on Black Friday (2024)
Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free on Black Friday (2024)

San Francisco Bay Ferry just announced that ferry rides between Richmond and Downtown San Francisco will be free Friday from November 1 through the end of 2024. Ferry Nice!!!! The ferry ride is approximately 35 minutes and takes off from Gate E2 at the Downtown ...Every Friday

Free Museum Days at SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum: Thanksgiving Weekend 2024 (Nov. 29-Dec. 1)
Friday, November 29 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Free Museum Days at SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum: Thanksgiving Weekend 2024 (Nov. 29-Dec. 1)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...

Wednesday, December 4

Movie Screening: “Bitter Melon: The First Cut” + Q&A w/ Director H.P. Mendoza
Wednesday, December 4 – 5:30 pm - Ends at 7:45 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Free to all, but the movie is not appropriate for children under 15.
| Koret Auditorium
Movie Screening: "Bitter Melon: The First Cut" + Q&A w/ Director H.P. Mendoza
Bitter Melon: The First Cut is an exclusive screening of the first cut of this tragicomic “home for the holidays” movie. A Filipino-American reunites for a Christmas party in San Francisco, but the festivities take a dark turn when they decide they’ve had enough of ...

Thursday, December 5

Free Day: Final Two Weeks of SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year on Dec. 15)
Thursday, December 5 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Free Day: Final Two Weeks of SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year on Dec. 15)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...

Friday, December 6

“Shrek The Musical” Live in SF (Dec. 6-8)
"Shrek The Musical" Live in SF (Dec. 6-8)

Fall in love all Ogre again on December 6-8! Perfect for families or a fun night out, join us for the weekend run of Shrek The Musical, the beloved stage adaptation of the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film. Experience Shrek’s hilarious and heartfelt journey brought to life ...

Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday (Until 2025)
Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday (Until 2025)

San Francisco Bay Ferry just announced that ferry rides between Richmond and Downtown San Francisco will be free Friday from November 1 through the end of 2024. Ferry Nice!!!! The ferry ride is approximately 35 minutes and takes off from Gate E2 at the Downtown ...Every Friday

North Beach Vintage Holiday Market 2024
Friday, December 6 – 4:00 pm - Ends at 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*1 drink minimum
| Yesterdays Collective
North Beach Vintage Holiday Market 2024
Yesterdays Collective presents the North Beach Holiday Market on Friday, December 6, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM at the recently landmarked Paper Doll building, 524 Union Street. This festive event, set in the heart of North Beach, will offer a unique shopping experience ...

Saturday, December 7

“Shrek The Musical” Live in SF (1p + 7:30p Shows)
"Shrek The Musical" Live in SF (1p + 7:30p Shows)

Fall in love all Ogre again on December 6-8! Perfect for families or a fun night out, join us for the weekend run of Shrek The Musical, the beloved stage adaptation of the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film. Experience Shrek’s hilarious and heartfelt journey brought to life ...

Breakfast With Santa at The Westin St. Francis
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 11:30 am | Cost: $113.89*
*$105 for adults and $75 for children, excluding taxes and fees
| The Westin St. Francis
Breakfast With Santa at The Westin St. Francis
Gather with friends and family for a delightful breakfast buffet overlooking San Francisco, featuring a special visit from Old Saint Nick. Enjoy a classic American breakfast with eggs, bacon, pancakes, fresh fruit, and a mimosa for each adult. Santa will make an appearance, giving every ...
Pop-Ups on the Plaza: Black Holiday Market (SF’s Ferry Building)
Saturday, December 7 – 9:00 am - Ends at 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE | Ferry Plaza Farmers Market
Pop-Ups on the Plaza: Black Holiday Market (SF's Ferry Building)
Celebrate local Black-owned businesses and get ready for the holiday season with a day of delicious food, crafts, community, and family fun at the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market. The south arcade of the Ferry Building will be transformed for a special holiday market featuring 15+ ...
Interactive Event: Drawing From Film “Victims of Sin”
Saturday, December 7 – 11:00 am - Ends at 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*free to all including basic art supplies
| Latino/Hispanic Room, Main Library
Interactive Event: Drawing From Film "Victims of Sin"
We’ll be pausing Emilio Fernández’s 1951 crime musical drama, Victims of Sin, to draw striking frames. This gem of Golden Era Mexican cinema will provide lots of dramatic black and white frames and dancing imagery to ignite the creative imagination. Basic materials (pencils, paper, erasers) will ...

Sunday, December 8

“Shrek The Musical” Live in SF (1p + 6:30p Shows)
"Shrek The Musical" Live in SF (1p + 6:30p Shows)

Fall in love all Ogre again on December 6-8! Perfect for families or a fun night out, join us for the weekend run of Shrek The Musical, the beloved stage adaptation of the Oscar®-winning DreamWorks film. Experience Shrek’s hilarious and heartfelt journey brought to life ...

Thursday, December 12

Free Entry for Final Week of SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year)
Thursday, December 12 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Free Entry for Final Week of SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...

Performance: Kim Shuck’s Poem Jam
Thursday, December 12 – 6:00 pm - Ends at 7:15 pm | Cost: FREE | San Francisco Public Library, Latino/Hispanic Room
Performance: Kim Shuck's Poem Jam
San Francisco Poet Laureate emerita Kim Shuck invites Wanda Sabir, Karla Brundage and Sara Biel to read at SFPL’s monthly poetry reading. The Main Library’s Poem Jam poetry reading series usually takes place on the second Thursday of each month.

Friday, December 13

Holiday Spectacular Show “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” Live in SF (Dec. 13-15)
Holiday Spectacular Show "Cirque Dreams Holidaze" Live in SF (Dec. 13-15)

Perfect for all ages, Cirque Dreams Holidaze brings the magic of the season to life with dazzling acrobatics, whimsical storybook characters, and a Broadway-style holiday spectacular. Featuring a world-renowned cast, breathtaking aerial acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, and festive music, this 90-minute production will transport you to ...

Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday (Until 2025)
Free Ferry Ride Day: SF <-> Richmond Rides Free Every Friday (Until 2025)

San Francisco Bay Ferry just announced that ferry rides between Richmond and Downtown San Francisco will be free Friday from November 1 through the end of 2024. Ferry Nice!!!! The ferry ride is approximately 35 minutes and takes off from Gate E2 at the Downtown ...Every Friday

Final Free Weekend at SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum Before 1+ Year Closure (Dec. 12-15)
Friday, December 13 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Final Free Weekend at SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum Before 1+ Year Closure (Dec. 12-15)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...

Saturday, December 14

Holiday Spectacular Show “Cirque Dreams Holidaze” Live in SF (11a + 3p Shows)
Holiday Spectacular Show "Cirque Dreams Holidaze" Live in SF (11a + 3p Shows)

Perfect for all ages, Cirque Dreams Holidaze brings the magic of the season to life with dazzling acrobatics, whimsical storybook characters, and a Broadway-style holiday spectacular. Featuring a world-renowned cast, breathtaking aerial acts, sleight-of-hand jugglers, and festive music, this 90-minute production will transport you to ...

Final Free Weekend at SF’s Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year)
Saturday, December 14 – 11:00 am - Ends at 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
*Book free tickets at thecjm.org
| Contemporary Jewish Museum
Final Free Weekend at SF's Contemporary Jewish Museum (Closing for 1+ Year)

The Contemporary Jewish Museum (CJM) in San Francisco has, unfortunately, announced it will temporarily close its galleries for at least one year, beginning December 16, 2024, due to financial challenges. The good news (if there is any, here) is that in order to give the ...