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January 2, 2010

Festivals

The Arts

9:00 am- 3:00 pm	The Golden Gate Express: Garden Railway Exhibit. It's a celebration of the city of San Francisco as a model train, cable car and more wind their way through a lush landscape of… Conservatory of Flowers. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-831-2090
10:00 am- 4:00 pm	Chromatic Constructions: Contemporary Fiber Art by Dora Hsiung. The most basic element of fabric - colored wool yarn - becomes a bold and almost mathematical field of undulating and shifting s… Chinese Culture Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-986-1822
11:00 am- 6:00 pm	Americana: 50 States, 50 Months, 50 Exhibitions. Americana consists of 50 displays, one for each state, presented in alphabetical order and lasting approximately 30 days, that w… CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-551-9210
11:00 am- 6:00 pm	The Magnificent Seven. Seven participating artists from around the world will participate in this three year exhibit which will include, among other ac… CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-551-9210
11:00 am- 5:45 pm	Focus on Artists: Selections from the Collection. This exhibition focuses on SFMOMA's relationships with several modern masters whose works were influential in defining movements… San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-357-4000
11:00 am- 5:45 pm	Dispatches From The Archives. The SFMOMA presents the museum's long 75 year history of innovative programming and exhibitions through items pulled from their… San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-357-4000
11:00 am- 5:45 pm	The Anniversary Show. The Anniversary Show brings together over 400 works from the museum's 75 year history of collection, including paintings, drawin… San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-357-4000
11:30 am	Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily.. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
12:00 pm- 5:00 pm	One Day: A Collective Narrative of Tehran. Featuring the work of eight artists living in Tehran, Iran, representing the current unpredictability of each day in Tehran and… Intersection for the Arts. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-626-2787
12:30 pm	Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily.. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
1:30 pm	Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily.. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
2:00 pm	Riverdance. Presented live. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Dance). 408-295-9600
2:00 pm	Wicked. Wicked, a Broadway favorite since its debut in 2003, tells the tale of the land of Oz before Dorothy arrives, giving you the beg… Orpheum Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
2:00 pm	The 39 Steps. Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps is the story of a normal man with a boring life who meets a beautiful woman who claims to be a s… Curran Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 415-551-2000
2:00 pm	Shen Yun Presented by New Tang Dynasty TV - SF Bay Area. Discover the thrill of classical Chinese dance with the show that's winning the hearts of audiences everywhere. Breathtaking bac… War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Dance). 888-569-2010
2:30 pm	Daily Tours at SFMOMA. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art docents provide a new perpective on the museum with these tours. Tour topics change daily.. San Francisco Museum of Modern Art. (Arts - Gallery Walk). 415-357-4000
3:30 pm	McCoy Tyner. Performing live. Yoshi's Jazz Club and Japanese Restaurant. (Arts - Concerts). 510-238-9200
4:00 pm	Cirque Du Soleil - Ovo. Presented live. Under the Grand Chapiteau. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 415-972-2000
6:30 pm	Beach Blanket Babylon. Beach Blanket Babylon presents sketches, that include the use of spectaculary large hats and outrageous costumes, poking fun at… Club Fugazi. (Performance - Musical). 415-421-4222
7:00 pm	Tony N' Tina's Wedding. Tony n' Tina's Wedding allows you to become a part of the show as the audiences witnesses and participates in the wedding ceremo… Castagnola. (Performance - Interactive Theater). 415-776-5015
7:00 pm	Shen Yun Presented by New Tang Dynasty TV - SF Bay Area. Discover the thrill of classical Chinese dance with the show that's winning the hearts of audiences everywhere. Breathtaking bac… War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Dance). 888-569-2010
8:00 pm	Riverdance. Presented live. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Dance). 408-295-9600
8:00 pm	Aurelia's Oratorio. Presented live. Berkeley Repertory Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 510-647-2949
8:00 pm- 9:45 pm	Improvised Theatre from the Bay Area's Most Acclaimed Theatre. For 20 years, BATS Improv has been the leader in the Bay Area's innovative improv theatre scene, presenting a series of complete… Bayfront Theater at Fort Mason. (Performance - Theater). 415-474-9835
8:00 pm	Wicked. Wicked, a Broadway favorite since its debut in 2003, tells the tale of the land of Oz before Dorothy arrives, giving you the beg… Orpheum Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
8:00 pm	Shopping! The Musical. Shopping! The Musical, winner of the Bay Area Critics Circle award, presents songs and sketches about the trials and tribulation… The Shelton Theater. (Performance - Musical). 415-882-9100
8:00 pm	The 39 Steps. Alfred Hitchcock's The 39 Steps is the story of a normal man with a boring life who meets a beautiful woman who claims to be a s… Curran Theatre. (Performance - Theater). 415-551-2000
8:00 pm	Cirque Du Soleil - Ovo. Presented live. Under the Grand Chapiteau. (Performance - Circus / Animal Show). 415-972-2000
9:00 pm	Beats Antique. Performing live. The Independent. (Arts - Concerts). 415-771-1420
9:30 pm	Beach Blanket Babylon. Beach Blanket Babylon presents sketches, that include the use of spectaculary large hats and outrageous costumes, poking fun at… Club Fugazi. (Performance - Musical). 415-421-4222
10:00 pm- 1:00 am	Hayes Valley Follies Drag Show. Every Saturday night Marlena's features a great drag show. There is never any cover. Celebrating a birthday, bachelorette party,… Marlena's. (Performance - Singer / Impersonator). 415-864-6672
10:00 pm- 11:30 pm	Secret Improv Society. San Francisco's own Secret Improv Society presents live improvisation every Saturday night featuring veteran improvisers, plus w… The Shelton Theater. (Performance - Improv). 866-468-3399
	24th Annual Cave Of The Drums - for the New Year's Solstice Season. The Improvisator's ancient sounds in awesome acoustics herald a hopeful New Year: resounding drums, delicate bells, carols and m… Clos Pegase Winery. (Performance - Musical). 707-224-4222

Retail Events

Sports

3:50 pm	California Golden Bears vs. Stanford Cardinal. NCAA Basketball Game. Haas Pavilion. (Sports - College Basketball). 800-GO-BEARS
7:00 pm	San Jose Sharks vs. Edmonton Oilers. NHL Hockey Game. HP Pavilion at San Jose. (Sports - Hockey). 408-287-9200
7:00 pm	Sacramento Kings vs. Dallas Mavericks. NBA Basketball Game. Arco Arena. (Sports - Pro Basketball). 916-928-6900

For Children

Community

Dining Specials

6:00 am- 2:30 pm	Farmer's Market Brunch. Fresh, seasonal ingredients from the farmer's market are featured on weekends. Luce. (Dining - Brunch). 415-616-6566
8:00 am- 4:00 pm	O'Reilly's Celtic Brunch. O'Reilly's, a North Beach premier Irish pub and restaurant, serves a Traditional Irish Brunch, with a delectable selection of di… O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-989-6222
8:00 am- 2:30 pm	California-French Brunch. Enjoy brunch in an elaborate ballroom, featuring croissant eggs Benedict, brioche French toast, a raw seafood bar, escargots, an… Grand Cafe. (Dining - Brunch). 415-292-0101
9:00 am- 3:00 pm	Bistro Brunch. Croissants, eggs Benedict, French toast and eggs cooked to order are offered on weekends. Bistro Vida. (Dining - Brunch). 650-462-1686
9:00 am- 2:30 pm	Upscale Brunch. A full menu and cocktails are offered for brunch on weekends. Il Fornaio. (Dining - Brunch). 415-986-0100
10:00 am- 3:00 pm	Brunch at Pier 23. Pier 23 Cafe serves Brunch on Saturday and Sunday from 10am to 3pm, on the patio overlooking the Bay. Pier 23 Cafe. (Dining - Brunch). 415-362-5125
10:00 am- 2:00 pm	Beach Chalet Brunch. Fresh micro-brewery beer, full bar, a special brunch menu, a kids' menu are available on weekends, with a great view of the Paci… Beach Chalet. (Dining - Brunch). 415-386-8439
10:00 am- 2:00 pm	Mexican Weekend Brunch. A traditional Mexican brunch is served along with some of the restaurant's special creations. Colibri Mexican Bistro. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-2737
10:00 am- 2:00 pm	Bloody Mary Brunch. A build your own Bloody Mary bar is available for $4, to accompany a special brunch menu offered on weekends. Home Restaurant and Bar. (Dining - Brunch). 415-503-0333
10:00 am- 2:30 pm	Brunch. Enjoy brunch and a beatiful view of San Francisco Bay any day of the week. Horizons Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-331-3232
10:30 am- 2:30 pm	Patio Sports Brunch. Enjoy a game on our wide screen TV, or sit on our patio, for a special brunch featuring eggs Benedict, cinnamon raisin French to… Cafe Pescatore. (Dining - Brunch). 415-561-1111
10:30 am- 2:30 pm	Traditional French Brunch. Eggs benedict, caramelized French toast and croque monsieur are a few of the special items offered on weekends. Cassis. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-4500
10:30 am- 3:00 pm	Italian American Brunch. Enjoy classic presentation and service with an assortment of Italian and American brunch favorites, along with the regular full… Fior d'Italia. (Dining - Brunch). 415-986-1886
10:30 am- 2:30 pm	Garibaldi's Brunch. A special brunch menu is offered on weekends. Garibaldi's. (Dining - Brunch). 415-563-8841
10:30 am- 2:30 pm	Large Plate Weekend Brunch. Known for its tapas and small plate selections, Andalu serves a special brunch on weekends. Andalu. (Dining - Brunch). 415-621-2211
11:00 am- 3:00 pm	French and Italian Weekend Brunch. French and Italian items are offered on Sundays. Absinthe Brasserie and Bar. (Dining - Brunch). 415-551-1590
11:00 am- 2:30 pm	Weekend Brunch. A special brunch menu is available on weekends. Bar Tartine. (Dining - Brunch). 415-487-1600
11:00 am- 3:30 pm	Brunch on the Water. Enjoy brunch featuring turmeric-grilled snapper, poached eggs with crab Louis and Hollandaise sauce, and more, indoors or on the… Butterfly Restaurant. (Dining - Brunch). 415-864-8999
11:00 am- 2:30 pm	Bay View Brunch. A brunch of traditional and specialty items is served outdoors, where you can enjoy a beatuiful view of the San Francisco Bay Br… Epic Roasthouse. (Dining - Brunch). 415-369-9955
11:00 am- 1:30 pm	Weekend Brunch Buffet Cruise. Live music and complimentary Champagne are featured on each 2-hour brunch cruise. Hornblower Cruises. (Dining - Brunch Cruise). 415-788-8866
11:00 am- 2:30 pm	Weekend Italian Brunch. French toast, breakfast pizzas and made to order omelettes are added to the regular authentic Italian menu. Il Fornaio. (Dining - Brunch). 650-375-8000
11:00 am- 3:00 pm	Valencia Street Brunch. A special brunch menu is offered on weekends. Luna Park. (Dining - Brunch). 415-553-8584
11:30 am- 2:00 pm	Weekend Brunch at Waterbar. A seafood brunch menu is served each weekend, including - Make Your Own Mimosas -a bottle of prosecco & fresh orange juice. Waterbar. (Dining - Brunch). 415-284-9922
11:30 am- 2:30 pm	Prix Fixe Brunch. A special 2-course brunch is available every day of the week. Bushi-Tei. (Dining - Brunch). 415-440-4959
11:30 am- 3:30 pm	Organic Egg Brunch. Curry Bloody Mary, all-organic eggs made to order, chaat, dosa and uttapam are offered on weekends. DOSA on Fillmore. (Dining - Brunch). 415-441-3672
11:30 am- 3:30 pm	Weekend Brunch. Curry Bloody Mary, all-organic eggs made to order, chaat, dosa and uttapam are offered on weekends. Dosa on Valencia. (Dining - Brunch). 415-642-3672
11:30 am- 2:30 pm	Mimosa Brunch. $4 mimosas, a good assortment of traditional and home-created breakfast and lunch items. Astaria. (Dining - Brunch). 650-344-9444
11:30 am	Quick Lunch. A soup and salad option is available for lunch. Charanga. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-282-1813
12:00 pm- 3:00 pm	Italian Weekend Brunch. Homemade pasta and focaccia are featured on the brunch menu. Farina Focaccia and Cucina Italiana. (Dining - Brunch). 415-565-0360
2:00 pm- 5:00 pm	Traditional English Tea. Traditional English Tea is served every weekend in the Windsor Room, offering homemade scones and Devon cream, tea sandwiches, t… King George Hotel. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-781-5050
7:00 pm	Tony N' Tina's Wedding. Presented live. Swiss Louis. (Dining - Dinner Show). 415-421-2913
	Cocktail Brunch. A full menu and cocktails are offered. Groups welcome. IL Fornaio Corte Madera. (Dining - Brunch). 415-927-4400

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