SF City Guides
San Francisco Ranked as Rudest City in the State
Jerk Alert, San Francisco How rude! Well, apparently, that’s us. KTVU shared the news San Francisco has been declared the rudest city in California, beating out Los Angeles, according to a study by Preply. San Francisco ranked as the 7th rudest city in the country. Preply said they “surveyed over 1,500 residents of the 30 largest more...
Insta-Famous “Alfred Coffee” Coming to SF
Brand New, Eat & Drink, San Francisco Thanks to Eater SF for sharing the news that Alfred Coffee, the influencer-beloved coffee chain based out of Los Angeles, is opening in San Francisco. The coffee chain, as seen all over Instagram for its photo-worthy “But First, Coffee” sign, will be opening up inside a brand new boutique hotel called more...
San Francisco Critical Mass 30th Anniversary Bike Ride (Sept. 30)
Causes, Celebrations, Have Your Voice Heard, Outdoorsy Critical Mass was founded in 1992 in San Francisco. September 2022 marks 30 years of Critical Mass in San Francisco, and to celebrate they’re hosting a big anniversary ride. Meet up at 5:30 pm in Embarcadero Plaza, and roll out at 6:30 pm. Critical Mass is a bike ride, a celebration, and protest more...
Bay Area Heat Wave Expected for Labor Day Weekend
Outdoorsy Another heat wave is heading to the Bay Area this weekend and the National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat watch for most of the region. While conditions could change in the coming days, a “robust warming trend” is expected to start Thursday and will likely last through the Labor more...
Spooky Halloween Witch Paddle on the Bay (Oct. 30)
Halloween, Outdoorsy Time to get spooky. Come join SUP Bay Area for a Halloween Witch Paddle in Half Moon Bay’s Princeton Harbor on Sunday, October 30, 2022. SUP and kayaks welcome. Wear your best witch or warlock costume (or if that’s not your thing, a Halloween costume, but be sure you can more...
Free Amusement Park Day for Teachers, Military & Healthcare Workers (Livermore)
East Bay, Freebies, Fun & Games Boomers, the family entertainment center, located at 2400 Kitty Hawk Rd, Livermore, is offering Thank You days to the community. Boomers Livermore has miniature golf, laser tag, Thunder Road go-karts, bumper boats, and an arcade. Military, first responders, healthcare workers, and teachers will receive a free Elite Ticket (value: $55.99) when they visit, according more...
$3 Movie Day for “National Cinema Day” (Sept. 3)
Deals Thanks to ABC7 for sharing the news about the inaugural National Cinema Day. On September 3, celebrate National Cinema Day with $3 movies all day long. – even on specialty screens like IMAX, 4D, ScreenX, RPX, and theaters with fancy schmancy lounge seating. Whether you’re in the mood for a fun more...
Dunkin Donuts’ Free Coffee Day for Educators (Sept. 1)
Freebies Thanks to KRON4 for sharing the news that Dunkin Donuts is celebrating teachers by giving away free coffee for educators on Thursday, September 1, 2022, at participating locations, no purchase necessary. Educators can get a free medium hot or iced coffee, excluding cold brew and nitro cold brew. Additional charges may more...
World’s Largest Holiday Light Maze & Village Coming to San Jose
Artsy Fartsy, Christmas, Holiday Lights Escape to an incredible illuminated winter wonderland. The world’s largest holiday-themed light experience, Enchant, opens in San Jose’s PayPal Park on November 25, 2022. Experience a world of adventure featuring over 4 million sparkling lights creating an immersive walk-thru, story-themed maze. Discover the charming Village offering a breathtaking ice-skating trail, live more...
BART’s 50th Anniversary Party w/ Free Arcade Games (Sept 3-9)
Celebrations, Fun & Games, Transportation Happy Birthday, BART! BART celebrates 50 years, and in September, BART is hosting a series of free, family-friendly events to celebrate its golden anniversary and thank patrons for riding. Powell Street Station Video Games Saturday, September 3–Friday, September 9, 2022 Powell St. Station concourse level between BART secondary Station Agent booth and Muni agent more...
Single Map May Soon Connect All Bay Area Transit
Bay Area Updates, Brand New, Transportation Eli Walsh, Bay City News Foundation The Bay Area’s myriad transit agencies could soon utilize a single mapping system after the region’s transportation planning agency approved a contract to streamline transit information and guidance. The Metropolitan Transportation Commission’s Operations Committee approved a $6 million contract Friday with the mapping company Applied Wayfinding more...
Free Outdoor Events at Thrive City (Sept-Oct. 2022)
Fairs & Festivals, Outdoorsy, San Francisco, Sponsored Don’t miss your last chance to check out the final weeks of Thrive City’s 2022 schedule of 25+ free festival-style events all summer long with free concerts, outdoor comedy spectaculars, fitness classes, giveaways and epic movie nights on the Bay Area’s biggest outdoor screen at Thrive City, the plaza right in more...
Free Labor Day Weekend Drive-In Movie Night (Sept. 4)
Drive-In Movies, East Bay, Free Movie Screenings, Get Out: Events The West Wind Drive-in movie theaters in Concord and San Jose host a Free Drive-in Movie Night over Labor Day Weekend. Details are sparse for now, but typically on their free movie nights, they have music, games, and of course, free movies for the whole family. All movies are double features. Admission is free. Gates more...
50 Mile “High-Speed” Rail (SF to San Jose) Moves a Step Closer
Bay Area Updates, Transportation By Eli Walsh, Bay City News Foundation The California high-speed rail governing board approved the final environmental documents Thursday for the San Jose-to-San Francisco section, completing clearance of the project’s Northern California leg. The California High-Speed Rail Authority’s Board of Directors approved the environmental impact report and statement for the roughly more...
Bay Area Whole Food Stores Installing Creepy Palm Scanners for Checkout
Bay Area Updates, Groceries / Supermarkets Thanks to SF Eater for sharing the news that Amazon is installing Amazon One palm scanners in at least half a dozen Whole Foods stores in the Bay Area. Amazon One is a free, contactless service that lets you use your palm to pay, enter, or identify yourself. In a Whole more...
