San Francisco - Daily Events List

December 13, 2012

THURSDAY

Headliners

7:00 pmSan Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker.
The ballet -a national holiday tradition. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330

Festivals

5:00 pmHanukah for Adults.
Light holiday candles, participate in stimulating workshops, make menorahs, enjoy live music, drinks and dessert! This is a 21 a… Jewish Community Center of the East Bay. (Festivals - Holiday Event / Party). 510-410-0622

The Arts

10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Duncan Hannah: The Infatuationist.
The artist Duncan Hannah presents his collection: The Infatuationist. Modernism. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-541-0461
10:00 am-
5:30 pm
Fletcher Benton: The Alphabet Series and New Works.
Artist Fletcher Benton presents his collection: The Alphabet Series and New Works. Modernism. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-541-0461
11:00 am-
6:00 pm
Making a Better Yesterday Today: Isabel Samaras.
Pop Surrealist painter Isabel Samaras' first solo exhibition with Varnish. In this very special exhibition, the gallery divides… 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-
5:00 pm
SCRAP Art.
SCRAP Art is an exhibition of the potential of materials. Artists who come to SCRAP use all manner of materials in their work ta… Arc Studios & Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-647-1746
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
5:00 pm-
7:30 pm
I See Beauty in this Life Curator's Walkthrough.
Lisa M. Hamilton will give you insight into how she chose the historic images for the show from the extensive collections of the… California Historical Society. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-357-1848
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
7:00 pmSan Francisco Ballet: The Nutcracker.
The ballet -a national holiday tradition. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330
7:00 pmA Christmas Carol.
A Christmas Carol is a favorite holiday tradition. American Conservatory Theater. (Performance - Theater). 415-749-2228
7:00 pm-
9:00 pm
Point of No Return.
Juried exhibition, the premier showcase of contemporary work by promising local artists. Guest juror Hesse McGraw chose work fro… Southern Exposure. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-863-2141
7:00 pmChris Isaak.
Performing live on stage. Nob Hill Masonic Center. (Arts - Concerts). 415-776-4702
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 pmThe Book Of Mormon.
A hilarious Broadway musical about a pair of mismatched Mormon boys sent on a mission to a place that's about as far from Salt L… Curran Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
8:00 pmThe Lion King.
Disney's Tony Award winning musical about Simba, a young cub, and his journey from childhood to adulthood and eventually the thr… Orpheum Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 415-551-2000
8:00 pmRichard Lewis.
American comedian performing live. Cobb's Comedy Club. (Performance - Comedic). 415-928-4320
8:00 pmRoy Wood Jr..
Stand-up comedian performing live. Punch Line Comedy Club. (Performance - Comedic). 415-397-PLSF
9:00 pmThe Motet.
Performing live. McNear's Mystic Theatre. (Arts - Concerts). 707-765-4671

Sports

7:30 pmSan Jose Sharks vs. Vancouver Canucks.
NHL Hockey Game. HP Pavilion at San Jose. (Sports - Hockey). 408-287-9200

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

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
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
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

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
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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