January 18, 2012
WEDNESDAYThe Arts
| 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- 5:00 pm | Joy: By Byron Spicer. Joy, by Byron Spicer, is a colorful, happy collection of smiles of all shapes and sizes, which inspires joy from those who obser… Market Street Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-290-1441 |
| 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 | Life Live. Anatomy and life drawing have always formed the backbone of visual arts education throughout recorded history. "Life Live" assem… Arc Studios & Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-298-7969 |
| 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 |
| 2:30 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 |
| 6:00 pm | 'Love, Chaos and Couture' - All Dressed Up with Someplace to Go. Featuring an artistic collaboration with international fashion designer Luly Yang. An affectionate send-up of the world of high… Teatro ZinZanni's Spiegeltent. (Performance - Show Comedy). 415-438-2668 |
| 7:30 pm | West Side Story.  Performed live. The schedule shown may not list all performances; Please contact the venue directly for verification. San Jose Center for the Performing Arts. (Performance - Musical). 408-295-9600 |
| 8:00 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 |
| 8:00 pm | Cirque du Soleil - Michael Jackson The Immortal. A multi-media celebration of the artistry and spirit of the King of Pop. Oracle Arena. (Performance - Headliner). 510-569-2121 |
| 8:00 pm | Humor Abuse. Pisoni takes us under the big top with the incredible true story of growing up as the youngest member of San Francisco's Pickle… American Conservatory Theater. (Performance - Theater). 415-749-2228 |
| Playground Tactics by Skewville. An intriguing collection of new works by Brooklyn-based artists Skewville with approximately 30 pieces and an installation that… White Walls. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-1500 | |
| Ritual: New Works by Charmaine Olivia. In her first ever solo show in San Francisco, she explores the themes of magic and earth energies within a series of imagined f… Shooting Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-8035 |
Business
| 8:00 am- 6:15 pm | GEA Geothermal Finance Forum. The event will create a networking dialogue between the finance and investment communities of the East and West Coasts, and offe… Marriott San Francisco. (Business - Seminar). 646-695-7045 |
Community
| 9:00 am- 4:15 pm | Waterfront Segway Guided Tour. Guided Segway tours depart daily from San Francisco's Fisherman's Wharf and also from Sausalito. Sightsee at 8 miles per hour. 2… Segway Tours. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-474-3130 |
| 10:30 am | Penquin Feedings. Watch the members of the African Penguin colony being feed by the Academy marine biologists, who will also answer your questions. California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000 |
| 11:00 am- 1:00 pm | 'Foot!' Tour: Hobnobbing with Gobs of Snobs. The 'Foot!' tour Hobnobbing with Gobs of Snobs covers distinctive architecture, SF's richest people and Old Nouveau Riche, the… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378 |
| 12:00 pm- 3:00 pm | Haas-Lilienthal House Tour. Featured on A&E's America's Castles' series, the Haas-Lilienthal House, built in 1886, is a Queen Anne-style Victorian complete… San Francisco Architectural Heritage. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-441-3000 |
| 12:30 pm- 4:00 pm | Clinical Medical Assistant Training Program. This course trains you to be a Clinical Medical Assistant who will help the physician carry out procedures, care for patients, p… The San Mateo Adult School. (Educational - Class). 650-558-2100 |
| 1:00 pm | Japanese Tea Garden Walking Tour. This 45 minute walking tour explains the symbolisim and culture behind the beautiful ponds, bridges, sculptures and landscaping.… Japanese Tea Garden. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-752-4227 |
| 1:00 pm | Swamp Talk. Learn about the creatures, including some of the Academy's most popular animals, such as the albino alligator and alligator snap… California Academy of Sciences. (Educational - Science & Nature). 415-379-8000 |
| 6:30 pm- 9:30 pm | Urban Permaculture Design Course. This is a design course and participants will be working in teams producing a design for an actual project here in San Francis… Permaculture Demo Garden. (Educational - Class). 415-260-6570 |
| 6:30 pm- 9:30 pm | Winter 2012 Urban PDC. Through a mix of classroom discussion time, small group work and hands-on activities, we will explore methods of designing and e… Potrero Hill Neighborhood House (NABE). (Educational - Class). 415-260-6570 |
| Majka Burhardt: Coffee Story Ethiopia - A Food Crop, A Nation, Its New Future. Ms. Burhardt discusses her new book which recounts the history of Ethiopia's main export, coffee. The Commonwealth Club. (Community - Book Club / Book Talk). 415-597-6700 |
Health & Fitness
| 6:30 pm- 7:30 pm | Heated, Healing Yoga. Great yoga, inspiring and supportive teacher. Offering community classes and other studio classes, as well as private instructi… LGBT Community Center. (Health & Fitness). 415-671-6097 |
Dining Specials
| 9:00 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 |
| 11:00 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 |
| 11:00 am- 2:30 pm | Power Lunch. 2 courses plus dessert are available during the week at a fixed price. Luce. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-616-6566 |
| 11:30 am- 2:00 pm | Down the Line Lunch. A 3-course prix fixe lunch menu is served each weekday. Waterbar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 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- 3:00 pm | Business Luncheon. A 3-course prix fixe lunch including non-alcoholic beverage is available for business meetings. Bella Trattoria Italiana. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-221-0305 |
| 11:30 am | Quick Lunch. A soup and salad option is available for lunch. Charanga. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-282-1813 |
| 11:30 am- 2:00 pm | Nawlins Express Lunch. A special prix fixe 3-course lunch is available. Creola. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-654-0882 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Business Lunch. A 3-course prix fixe lunch is available on weekdays. Grand Cafe. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-292-0101 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Blue Plate Special. Grilled panini, croque monsieur, soup, salad are options in the daily lunch special. Local Kitchen and Wine Merchant. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-777-4200 |
| 11:30 am- 2:00 pm | Business Lunch. A prix fixe 3-course lunch including pasta and meat or fish is offered on weekdays, designed to be enjoyed in about an hour. Oak City Bar and Grill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-321-6882 |
| 11:30 am | Lunch Special. Wireless internet access is available as you enjoy a 3-course prix fixe lunch with an optional glass of wine for an additional $… Puccini & Pinetti Italian Grill. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-392-5500 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Affari Veloci Lunch. Enjoy a quick, prix fixe lunch of 4 mini-courses served on one plate. Quattro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-470-2889 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Gourmet Lunch. Gourmet sandwiches, or a special 2-course prix fixe menu, are available for lunch. Home made beverages also available. Rumi. (Dining - Dining Specials). 650-593-8500 |
| 11:30 am- 4:00 pm | Prix-Fixe Lunch. Chef Jen Biesty prepares 2 courses for a special lunch each day. Scala's Bistro. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-395-8555 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Business Lunch. A 3-course prix fixe lunch is offered on weekdays. Soluna Cafe & Lounge. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-621-2200 |
| 11:30 am- 2:00 pm | Business Luncheon. A 5-course lunch is available for under $25 Wednesday through Friday. Groups welcome. Tommy Toy's Cuisine Chinoise. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-397-4888 |
| 11:30 am- 2:30 pm | Express Lunch. A quick half-sandwich and soup lunch is available on weekdays. Urban Tavern. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-923-4400 |
| 2:00 pm- 7:00 pm | O'Reilly's Happy Hour. Celtic cheer gets cheerier with weekday Happy Hours at O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. O'Reilly's Irish Pub & Restaurant. (Dining - Happy Hour). 415-989-6222 |
| 5:30 pm- 10:00 pm | Down the Line Dinner. A 3-course prix fixe dinner served Sunday through Thursday evenings. Waterbar. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-284-9922 |
| Lunch Party. A 3-course prix fixe lunch with soda included is available on weekdays. Sumi. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-626-7864 | |
| Lunch Special. Prix fixe 4-course lunches are available on weekdays. Villa Romana Pizzeria and Restaurant. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-731-2280 |
Nightlife
| 3:30 pm- 7:00 pm | Happy Hour. Happy Hour happens Monday to Friday 3:30 to 7:00 pm, with specials on house wines, well drinks, the signature cosmopolitans, and… The Cosmopolitan Cafe. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-543-4001 |
| 4:00 pm- 9:00 pm | Bottled Beer and Mixed Drink Specials. Happy Hour specials on bottled beers and mixed drinks run from 4 - 9 pm daily. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-441-5678 |
| 5:00 pm- 6:30 pm | Solstice's Happy Hour. Happy Hour every day from 5:00 to 6:30pm: menu and drink specials. Solstice Restaurant & Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-359-1222 |
| 5:00 pm- 8:00 pm | Happy Hour. Each Happy Hour has a different weekly theme. Tasty Tuesdays - free fries; wet martini Wednesdays; thirsty Thursdays, and TGIF. Horizon Restaurant and Lounge. (Nightlife - Happy Hours). 415-576-1919 |
| 7:30 pm- 11:30 pm | Ben Marcato and the Mondo Combo. Ben Marcato and the Mondo Combo play jazz, swing and rhythm and blues. Top of the Mark. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-392-3434 |
| 10:00 pm- 2:00 am | DJs and Dancing. DJs and dancing every night. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Dance). 415-441-5678 |
| Live Blues Performances at The Saloon. This historic hotspot - one of San Francisco's best blues venues - is a huge supporter of the local music scene and features a n… The Saloon. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-986-7666 | |
| Live Entertainment at Biscuits and Blues. Live music most days, often 2 shows on weekend nights. Biscuits and Blues. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-292-2583 | |
| Live Bands At Pier 23. Pier 23 Cafe offers live entertainment, with jazz, reggae, salsa and rock bands playing nightly. Pier 23 Cafe. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-362-5125 | |
| Trivia Night at The Pub. New MC Ethan will be rockin the mic for the new season. Start studying. Expect to see you all here for some trivia, food, drinks… The Pub at Ghirardeli Square. (Nightlife - Theme Night). 415-351-0500 |
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