SF City Guides
836M Gallery brings Banksy’s “Haight Street Rat” back to the city of its origins after it was almost lost due to anti-graffiti laws. The owner of The Red Victorian, which had the mural on its wall painted during a 2010 SF spree by Banksy, was planning to paint over the Rat. more...
What actually happened to Darling Clementine? Historian Joel Pomerantz explores the California floods of 1862. Learn how this historic storm, which killed thousands and caused a number of San Francisco houses to collapse, can be an example for what a really extreme weather event could be like in our future. SF’s more...
Frugal foodies get to eat their way through 100+ of San Francisco’s best restaurants during San Francisco Restaurant Week (formerly Dine About Town) from January 21-30, 2015. 2015 San Francisco Restaurant Week January 21-30, 2015 | San Francisco 2015 is the first year that the Golden Gate Restaurant Association has taken the lead for more...
The Booksmith celebrates the first-ever Write Club Anthology, Bare-Knuckled Lit, culled from live performances of Chicago, San Francisco, and Atlanta Write Club chapters. There’ll be readings from Write Club SF regulars Joy Carletti, Colin McCarthy, Casey Childers, & Booksmith bookslinger Na’amen Tilahun (reading for Justin Goldman), along with appearances by editors more...
Become sea lion savvy and learn more about California sea lions, marine life, and bay conservation on the annual “Sea Lion Encounter” in celebration of the anniversary of their arrival to Pier 39. The boisterous barking pinnipeds began arriving in droves shortly after the Loma Prieta earthquake hit San Francisco in October more...
Beware of big BART delays on Friday due to a planned protest at the Montgomery BART station. “No Business As Usual” BART Protest Friday, January 16, 2015 | 7am Montgomery Street Station, SF On BART Friday, they demand: Drop charges and ransom against the Black Friday 14 Disband the BART police Restitution for the people: Low-income ticket more...
Yoga Journal Conference San Francisco is back for three days of classes and workshops, many of which are special free events open to the public. Be sure to also stop by the Yoga Marketplace products and services for healthy, balanced living, plus demos, acoustic music, community classes, AcroYoga flying sessions, and much more. 2015 Yoga more...
A city like San Francisco (and the Bay Area, too of course) breeds and attracts a ton of artists with distinctive voices. And we love living in the city because of it. Yes, traditional art galleries are nice, but we’re more interesting in the odd and unique voices of the city. Here’s more...
Calling all Simpsons fans – for one night only, The Beehive Society present to you “Springfield, Springfield!” The Simpsons Tribute Art Show at Asterisk San Francisco Gallery from 6-10 pm on Friday, January 16, 2015 The Beehive Society went on an all-syrup Squishee bender and they’re going crazy… Broadway style. They’ve invited 29 artists to create more...
Bring your pet (yes, pets are allowed) to the Bay Area Pet Expo with pet friendly exhibitors and rescue groups, live demonstrations in obedience training and pet care, a costume contest, giveaways and more. Bring your dog, bird or even lizard – just make sure you have proof of current immunizations (if applicable) and more...
Here’s your chance to get a photo with the 2014, 2012 and 2010 Giants World Series Trophy. The Giants World Champions Trophy Tour takes place for the second time in two years – with all three trophies traveling all over Northern California (and around the country) in 2015 from January 7 more...
Drop your pants for the 14th Annual No Pants Subway Ride will take place on Sunday, January 11, 2015 in San Francisco. The whole point is for 600+ people to ride BART (and then Muni) without any pants (wearing interesting undies and colorful socks) and to keep a straight face and act completely more...
Come play dodgeball with Eagle Rock at their first open gym of the season. Have fun, meet new people, and play dodgeball for funsies, and a good cause. All skill levels are welcome. Dodgeball Night Tuesday, January 13, 2015 – 9:00 pm to 11:00 pm Mission Recreation Center | 2450 Harrison Street, San Francisco, more...
Yes, the Golden Gate Bridge is “closing” for the first time in decades so that they can install a strange zipper-like moveable median barrier to make it slightly less frightening facing oncoming traffic. But “closing” doesn’t mean the Bridge is totally out of commission. It’s only personal vehicles that are kicked more...
Catch the NCAA Men’s College Football Championship a Funcheap Food Truck Tailgating Party. We’ve got food trucks, lots of big screen TVs, an Oregon beer special, and shredded Duck Carnitas Mac and Cheese for Ohio State fans. Join up with hundreds of football fans and witness history where a true champion will more...
