San Francisco - Daily Events List

April 26, 2012

THURSDAY

The Arts

9:00 am-
6:30 pm
Bayete Ross Smith: Mirrors.
Bayete Ross Smith's work explores perception and misperception, identity, and the blurry line between recreational and criminal… California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-575-6242
11:00 am-
7:00 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-
7:00 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-
6:00 pm
The Have and Have Not Group Show: Curated by Lee Ballard.
Lee Ballard curated group exhibit featuring the contemporary fine artwork of 18+ illustrators from the sci-fi/fantasy comics rea… Varnish Fine Art. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-222-6131
11:30 amDaily 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-
7:00 pm
White Walls Presents: Elan Vital New Works by Michael Page.
White Walls is pleased to present Elan Vital, an accumulation of Michael Page's new work into what is guaranteed to be an impres… White Walls. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-1500
12:00 pm-
6:00 pm
Broadside Attractions | Vanquished Terrains.
A group exhibition that features 12 pairs of visual artists and writers creating new collaborative work that takes inspiration f… Intersection for the Arts. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-626-2787
12:00 pm-
5:00 pm
941Geary Presents: Loving the Exiled.
941Geary is pleased to present the new works of German artistic duo, Herakut, whose exhibition, Loving the Exiled. Herakut's ear… 941 Geary. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-2500
12:30 pmDaily 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 pmDaily 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 pmDaily 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
7:15 pmDaily 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
8:00 pmBeach 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-
10:00 pm
The Toure-Raichel Collective: Vieux Farka Toure and Idan Raichel.
Vieux Farka Toure (Mali) and Idan Raichel (Israel), are virtuosic superstars joining together to create masterworks of collabora… Herbst Theatre. (Arts - Concerts). 650-704-7844
 Lost and Found Exhibition.
A group exhibit featuring 13 Bay Area artists renowned for their creative use of discarded objects. This survey of Bay Area asse… Arc Studios & Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-298-7969
 On the Edge of Culture.
A group exhibition presenting an experimental take on culture, an inclusion of 1.5 generation artists-artists having a foothold… Chinese Culture Center. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-986-1822
 Another Man's Hero.
Artist Paul Chatem's latest works which will be unveiled with his solo show, Another Man's Hero, a new collection of paintings w… Shooting Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-931-8035
 Intimate Science.
Intimate Science, an exhibition and tour organized by the Miller Gallery at Carnegie Mellon University, explores the most recent… Southern Exposure. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-830-4121
 Colorful Expressions - Marconi Calindas at Mezzanine Gallery.
Translating his art onto clothing using designs inspired by Guam and Northern Mariana Islands, his clothing line, Wear-A-Marconi… Triton Hotel San Francisco. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-394-0500

Sports

7:30 pmGolden State Warriors vs. San Antonio Spurs.
NBA Basketball Game. Oracle Arena. (Sports - Pro Basketball). 510-569-2121

For Children

11:00 amChildren's Story Time at the Early Explorer's Cove.
Children between the ages of 2 - 5 are invited ,along with their parents, to the the Early Explorers Cove to hear stories about… California Academy of Sciences. (Kids - Children's Activities). 415-379-8000

Business

6:30 pm-
8:30 pm
Presidio Presents: Venture Capital for Social Impact.
The series features world-class entrepreneurs at the leading edge of sustainability and social entrepreneurship in conversation… The Hub SoMa. (Business - Seminar). 415-655-8918

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
10:00 am-
6:00 pm
The Goethe-Institut Presents: Celebrating The 200-Year Anniversary of The Brothers Grimm In 2012.
The world famous fairy tale collection by the Brothers Grimm was first published in 1812. This collection of fairy tales is - be… Goethe-Institut. (Community). 415-263 8760
10:20 amFree Dance Classes at ODC and Rhythm & Motion.
Curious about tango, ballet, samba or Rhythm & Motion Dance Workout? With no excuses and nothing to lose, dancers from beginner… ODC Dance Commons. (Educational - Class). 415-863-9830
11:00 am-
1:00 pm
'Foot!' Tour: Come Out to the Castro.
The 'Foot!' comedian-led tour Come Out To The Castro is a trip through San Francisco's Gay Village from top to bottom, including… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378
1:00 pmSwamp 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
1:30 pmSan Francisco in a Nutshell.
San Francisco in a Nutshell is a two hour walking tour that provides a complete history of the city, from its start as trading p… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378
3:30 pmPenquin 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
5:00 pm-
6:00 pm
Teleclass: Maintaining Your Dream Practice.
In this class, you will receive assistance in interpreting your dreams, receive help in deepening your dream yoga practice and l… San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Class). 415-333-1434
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Focus on Islam Lecture Series.
Weekly lecture series on Islam. California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). (Community - Lecture). 415-575-6175
7:30 pm-
9:30 pm
San Francisco Astrological Society Monthly Meeting.
Antero Alli, Astrologer, presents a discussion on Outer Planet Transits. Fort Mason Center. (Community - Panel Discussion / Forum). 415-355-9905
 The Secret Life of Mushrooms.
SFSU Professor of Biology JR Blair discusses the codependent relationship between trees & mushrooms & Phil Ross outlines his res… Southern Exposure. (Community - Environmental Cleanup). 415-830-4121

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 amQuick 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 amLunch 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-
11:00 pm
Eric Kurtzrock Trio.
Listen to the sounds of Eric Kurtzrock's classic jazz piano trio featuring Gary Brown and world-renowned pianist, Peter Horvath.… Ana Mandara. (Nightlife - Jazz). 415-771-6800
7:30 pm-
11:30 pm
Stompy Jones.
The sextet, Stompy Jones, performs jazz numbers. Top of the Mark. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-392-3434
8:00 pmPianoFight's Triple Threat.
PianoFight is taking over the weekend with Triple Threat, a showcase featuring three brand-new productions. Stage Werx 446. (Nightlife - Comedy). 917-363-9646
10:00 pm-
2:00 am
DJs and Dancing.
DJs and dancing every night. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Dance). 415-441-5678
10:00 pm-
2:00 am
Compression -- Drum-n-Base, Hip Hop & Abstract Beats.
Enjoy the latest in percussion rhythm and a state of the art sound and lighting system, pool tables. The Cellar. (Nightlife - DJ). 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 Latin Jazz.
850 is a sublime Latin oasis offering live Latin, Cuban and Afro-Caribbean music Thursday through Saturday. Cigar Bar and Grill. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-398-0850
 Live Entertainment at Eastside West.
Eastside West features DJs or Live Bands Thursday through Saturday night. Call for current music schedule. Eastside West Restaurant & Raw Bar. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-885-4000
 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
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