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The EventGuide SATURDAY November 21, 2009 The Arts9:00 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 | Moby Dick. An investigation of America and its realities through the lens of literature by means of artworks, artifacts, and historical doc
CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-551-9210 | 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 | | 11:30 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- 6:00 pm | Bellwether Inaugural Exhibition of Southern Exposure's New Building. The inaugural exhibition in our new home features newly commissioned work by Ant Farm, Renee Gertler, Liz Glynn, Jonn Herschend,
Southern Exposure. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 415-863-2141 | 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- 4:00 pm | Sing-Along The Wizard of Oz
. An Oz that's so much fun you won't want to click your heels to go home. The interactive film experience based on the beloved mot
The Retro Dome. (Performance - Movies). 408-404-7711 | | 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 | | 2:30 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 | 3:00 pm- 2:00 am | ARTundressed (San Francisco) - An Erotic Art Exhibition Weekend. Erotic Signature, in partnership with NancyPeachErotic, announce the continuation of its tour, featuring the winning artists fro
California Modern Art Gallery. (Arts - Art Exhibit). 786-970-9296 | | 3:30 pm | Solomon Burke.  Performing live. Paramount Theatre. (Arts - Concerts). 510-465-6400 | | 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- 9:00 pm | Sing-Along The Wizard of Oz
. An Oz that's so much fun you won't want to click your heels to go home. The interactive film experience based on the beloved mot
The Retro Dome. (Performance - Movies). 408-404-7711 | 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm | The Ever-Ringing Belfry: The Legacy of Komitas. Year 2009 commemorates the 140-year anniversary of the birth of Komitas, the founder of the Armenian classical music. The Seemor
St. Andrew Armenian Church. (Performance - Musical). 510-868-0695 | | 7:00 pm | Lisa Lampanelli.  Performing live. Fox Theatre. (Performance - Comedic). 650-FOX-4119 | | 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 | 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- 10:00 pm | Eccentrics of San Francisco's Barbary Coast - A Magical Escapade. Join our Magical Journey through old San Francisco's colorful and notorious past. Celebrate San Francisco's wild, wacky, and rom
San Francisco Magic Parlor. (Performance - Magic Show). 800-838-3006 | | 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- 2:00 am | Tiesto Kaeleidoscope World Tour 2009. Tiesto peforming live in concert. You must be 16 and over to attend. Cow Palace. (Music - Electronic & Trance). 415-404-4111 | 8:00 pm- 9:45 pm | Random Idiot Factor. The latest brainchild of Ham Pants Productions has deconstructed our society's inadequacies into interwoven comic vignettes that
Dark Room Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 415-401-7987 | | 8:00 pm | Me, Myself & I Series
. Four different tales from theatre / performance artists that will surprise and awaken your imagination and inspire you to write
Brava Theater Center. (Performance - Theater). 415-641-7657 | 8:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Joshua Nelson and the Kosher Gospel Singers. Presented by the Kanbar Center for the Performing Arts, the event will be held as a part of our Music of the World series. Osher Marin Jewish Community Center. (Arts - Concerts). 650-704-7844 | 8:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Festive Works by Masters of the Baroque. Bay Choral Guild's November concert is a delightful collection of Baroque masterworks, beginning with Handel's lively Dixit Domi
Saint Gregory of Nyssa Episcopal Church. (Performance - Musical). 650-704-7844 | | 8:00 pm | Otello.  Performed live. War Memorial Opera House. (Arts - Opera). 415-864-3330 | | 9:00 pm | Berlin Philharmonic.  Performing live. San Francisco Symphony. (Arts - Concert - Classical/Symphony). 415-552-8000 | | 9:00 pm | Jaguares.  Performing live. The Grand at the Regency Center. (Arts - Concerts). 415-771-1422 | | 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 |
Community| Call | Team Challenge - Crohn's and Colitis
. Train for the Inagural Las Vegas Rock 'n Roll Half Marathon on 12/6. You will run or walk a half marathon while helping raise cr
The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 415-345-2234 | 8:00 am- 6:00 pm | Great Parenting Academy Live. You will learn what it takes to raise a great child from top experts. You will explore products and resources to help your child
San Ramon Performing Arts Center. (Community - Panel Discussion /Forum). 925-394-4988 | 9:00 am- 4:30 pm | Do-It-Yourself Workshop: Trim Out a Room. You can update your trim for a fraction of what you'd pay a finish
carpenter. We'll demystify cutting and installing trim. You
DIY Academy. (Educational - Workshop). 408-287-1422 | 9:00 am- 2:00 pm | Do-It-Yourself Seminar: Install a Wood Floor. Wood floors provide a warm, inviting environment, stand up to abuse, and complement any cabinet style. Laying a floor is hard wo
DIY Academy. (Educational - Workshop). 408-287-1422 | 9:00 am- 3:00 pm | Holiday Curbside Donation Drive. Bring your donations of warm clothing, brand new toys, dried and canned foods on the week before Thanksgiving and the week befor
St. Anthony Foundation. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 415-592-2700 | 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
San Francisco Electric Tour Company. (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: 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 | | 11:00 am | 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 | 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 | | 1:00 pm | Flashback: From the Summer of Love to the Winter of Discontent. Flashback is a two hour walking tour of the Haight-Ashbury district and its hippie counter culture. Meeting location for this to
San Francisco Metro Area. (Educational - Walking Tour). 415-793-5378 | | 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 | | 3:00 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 | | 3:30 pm | 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 | 5:30 pm- 10:00 pm | 2009 Award of Honor Gala. It is our pleasure to announce the Japan Society of Northern California's annual gala. This year, we are delighted to recognize
Nikko Hotel San Francisco. (Community - Fundraiser / Benefit). 415-986-4383 |
Dining Specials| Call | Weekend Brunch. A full menu and cocktails are offered. Groups welcome. IL Fornaio Corte Madera. (Dining - Brunch). 415-927-4400 | 6:00 am- 2:30 pm | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | 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 | Weekend Brunch. 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 | Weekend 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 |
FestivalsFor ChildrenNightlife| Call | Live Music at Mad Dog in the Fog. Mad Dog in the Fog features a great line-up of live music performances on Saturday nights, usually with no cover charge.. Mad Dog in the Fog. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-626-7279 | | Call | 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 | | Call | 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 | | Call | 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 | | Call | 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 | | Call | 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 | | Call | Silky House. Silky House is our monthly night of House Music and Hip Hop at Bambuddha that is sure to have you dancing all night. Come dance
Bambuddha. (Nightlife - DJ). 415-885-5088 | 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 | 7:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Kaleo Cafe Luau Night. Luau nite: Live Hawaiian music, Hula, Hawaiian food and more. Kaleo Cafe. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-753-2460 | 8:00 pm- 2:00 am | SUBmerge. SUBmerge is a monthly party committed to providing a unique experience for party goers. Azul Bar and Lounge. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-362-9750 | 8:00 pm- 11:30 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 | 8:00 pm- 11:00 pm | Savvy Night Live (SNL). Savvy Cellar features a rotating line-up of wine, music and trivia. Live jazz music every third Saturday, alternating with wine
Savvy Cellar. (Nightlife - Live Music). 650-363-8737 | 9:00 pm- 1:00 am | Ricardo Scales and Company. Ricardo Scales performs with a five piece band and features guest vocalists as well. Top of the Mark. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-392-3434 | 9:00 pm- 11:55 pm | Dub FX and The Brownies - Ska Reggae Dance Nite. Reggae legends of the Bay Area, Dub FX has been breaking down barriers separating reggae from the world of pop music. Their fre
Chris' New Harbor Sports Bar. (Nightlife - Dance). 650-387-7619 | 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 | Seduction: Saturday Nights at the Cellar. DJs play Hip Hop and Dance at one of the city's hottest weekly parties. The Cellar. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-441-5678 | 10:00 pm- 2:00 am | Sugar. Special program at the Icon Ultra Lounge. Icon Ultra Lounge. (Nightlife - DJ). 415-407-8537 |
Retail Events11:00 am- 6:00 pm | Thread. The multi-city shopping event promoting emerging designers and artists will feature a holiday shopping event in San Francisco ju
Fort Mason Center. (Retail - Retail Event). 415-345-7500 |
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