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FRIDAY
December 18, 2009
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 |
| 11:30 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 | Nutcracker.  Performed live. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330 |
| 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 |
| 6:30 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 | Mark Morris Dance Group. Performing live. Zellerbach Auditorium. (Performance - Dance). 510-642-9988 |
| 7:00 pm | Nutcracker. Performed live. War Memorial Opera House. (Performance - Ballet). 415-864-3330 |
| 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 | Aurelia's Oratorio. Presented live. Berkeley Repertory Theatre. (Performance - Musical). 510-647-2949 |
| 8:00 pm- 10:00 pm | San Francisco Girls Chorus East Bay Holiday Concert. The 43-voice professional-level ensemble will be featured in concert. Conducted by Susan McMane, the program includes holiday-… Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Church. (Arts - Concerts). 415-863-1752 |
| 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 | 3rd Annual Christmas Crap-Array. The Lesbian / Gay Chorus of San Francisco, under the direction of Stephanie Lynne Smith, is delighted to present "Christmas Crap… EXIT Theatre. (Performance - Show Comedy). 800-838-3006 |
| 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 | 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- 10:00 pm | Veils and Apparitions. Enter a poetic landscape, where boundaries bend between the folds of the human psyche. An evening of new works by a collective… The Garage. (Performance - Dance). 650-704-7844 |
| 9:00 pm- 2:00 am | Snap-a-Licious. Ginger Snap presents her monthly drag show. Each show has 5 different drag queens. Deco Lounge. (Performance - Singer / Impersonator). 415-630-3238 |
| 10:00 pm | Big City Improv. Big City Improv's 10 cast members, voted 'Best of The Bay' for improv comedy in 2002, perform their unscripted and unedited come… The Shelton Theater. (Performance - Improv). 415-433-1226 |
Community
| 8:00 am- 6:00 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 |
| 12:15 pm- 1:15 pm | Lunchtime Tarot Group. This come-when-you-can group is for Tarot enthusiasts or anyone who would like to learn to use the cards to inspire self-reflect… Tarot Insights. (Educational - Workshop). 650-532-0509 |
| 1:00 pm | The Whole Shebang!. The Whole Shebang is a three hour comedy-filled walking tour, of Nob Hill, Chinatown and North Beach led by a professional comed… 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 | San 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 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 |
| 6:15 pm- 9:00 pm | Not Jewish Enough? Hanukah Sheds New Light on This Question. Who is "Jewish enough?" Who is "too Jewish?" And who decides? Join us to explore our identities, Jewish, not-Jewish, or not-sure… Jewish Gateways. (Community - Jewish). 510-559-8140 |
| 6:30 pm- 9:30 pm | Art of Living, Part I -Yoga, Breathing and Meditation Course. In this course you will learn Sudarshan Kriya - an immensely powerful technique that incorporates specific natural rhythms of br… Country Inn & Suites by Carlson Sunnyvale. (Educational - Class). 650-704-7844 |
| 7:00 pm- 9:00 pm | SpiritMoves - A Moving Meditation Dance in Community. Awaken your body and wash away layers of physical and emotional tension with SpiritMoves, an empowering and uplifting movement e… Common Circle Education. (Educational - Workshop). 510-400-8152 |
Dining Specials
| Call | Lunch Party. A 3-course prix fixe lunch with soda included is available on weekdays. Sumi. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-626-7864 |
| Call | Lunch Special. Prix fixe 4-course lunches are available on weekdays. Villa Romana Ristorante. (Dining - Dining Specials). 415-731-2280 |
| 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 |
| 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- 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 |
Miscellaneous
| Call | Friday Night DJs. A sterling line-up of DJs entertains the crowd at Mad Dog in the Fog every Friday Night.. Mad Dog in the Fog. (Miscellaneous). 415-626-7279 |
| 8:30 pm | Midnight Rollers Friday Night Skate. One of San Francisco's hottest happenings, The Midnight Rollers is a group of inline and roller skaters that gathers every Frida… San Francisco Metro Area. (Miscellaneous). 415-752-1967 |
Nightlife
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 6:00 pm | Blast Off Party. Welcome the weekend with a bang at the Friday night Blast Off Party at Bohemia.. Bohemia Bar & Bistro. (Nightlife - Parties). 415-474-6968 |
| 7:00 pm- 10:00 pm | Below Zero Happy Hour. Back for another installment of the very best live chilled out tunes Below Zero presents 3 hours of mashed mellow grooves to hel… Bambuddha. (Nightlife - Live Music). 415-885-5088 |
| 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- 12:00 am | Christmas Singles Dance
. Celebrate Christmas with new single friends. Admission includes dancing to your favorite hits. Adults of all ages welcome. Festi… Clarion Hotel San Francisco Airport. (Nightlife - Singles). 415-507-9962 |
| 9:00 pm- 1:00 am | Black Market Jazz Orchestra. Black Market Jazz Orchestra perform hits from the 1940's. 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 | 80s and Hip Hop. 80s music is played on the main floor, and Hip Hop is featured in the Red Room. The Cellar. (Nightlife - DJ). 415-441-5678 |
Retail Events
| Call | Villains x Nixon x Nylon Holiday Party in SF. Villains x Nixon x Nylon Magazine are celebrating the holiday season with the launch of the newest premium accessories. DJ set b… Villains Vault. (Retail - Holiday Event / Shopping). 415-864-7727 |
| 12:00 pm- 7:00 pm | Poketo Pop-Up Shop Featuring Nathalie Roland and Lisa Congdon. We are pleased to bring to our San Francisco store an ever-growing roster of local, national and international artists and desig… Rare Device. (Retail - Holiday Event / Shopping). 415-203-1303 |
| 6:00 pm- 9:00 pm | Hayes Valley Pop-Up Shop. Join us for the 'last chance to shop before the holidays' party. Mr Rogers on the turntables and Pinot Noir on the wine table… Market SF. (Retail - Holiday Event / Shopping). 650-704-7844 |
Sports
| 7:30 pm | Golden State Warriors vs. Washington Wizards. NBA Basketball Game. Oracle Arena. (Sports - Pro Basketball). 510-569-2121 |
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