Community Events

Thursday, July 15, 2010

Golden Gate: The Life and Times of America's Greatest Bridge

Celebrate the release of Kevin Starr's latest book, Golden Gate: The Life and Times of America's Greatest Bridge, at the book launch party at the California Historical Society. Golden Gate is a passionate telling of the history of the bridge, and the rich and peculiar history of the California experience.
When: Thursday, July 15, 6-8pm
Where: California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: Space is limited - reservations required. RSVP 415-357-1848, ext. 229. For more information visit www.californiahistoricalsociety.org

Friday, July 16, 2010

Friday Nights at the de Young: Bastille Day Celebration

Friday Soirées with the Alliance Française Bastille Day featuring music, dance and lectures celebrating French culture. Listen to live French-Gypsy-Funk music, watch a ballet performance by Sunset Movement Arts Center, see performers celebrate French Impressionist painter Edgar Degas, lectures, art making and more.
When: Friday, July 16, 5-8:45pm
Where: De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive, San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: Visit http://deyoung.famsf.org

Saturday, July 17, 2010

Plant Trees during "Summer Sweep at the Wharf"

Join other volunteers and the San Francisco Department of Public Works to beautify our most popular tourists spots and neighborhoods, and help keep San Francisco a livable, vibrant, and sustainable city. Volunteers will plant trees, work on greening projects, remove weeds, paint out graffiti, and pick up litter.
When: Saturday, July 17, 9am - noon
Where: Fisherman's Wharf, Embarcadero & Bay Street, San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: www.sfdpw.org

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Volunteer with SF Aids Walk

The 24th Annual AIDS Walk San Francisco is looking for caring and dedicated volunteers for the day of the walk. Visit www.aidswalk.net for more information.
When: Sunday, July 18, 2010
Info: www.aidswalk.net

Sunday, July 18, 2010

The Golden Gate Park Band

The always entertaining Golden Gate Park Band performs from its huge repertoire of music of all styles and eras, while wearing cool uniforms. A not-to-be-missed San Francisco tradition. Every Sunday through the end of September
When: Sunday, July 18, 1pm
Where: Music Concourse in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: www.bayareaonthecheap.com/golden-gate-park-band-free-concert

Sunday, July 18, 2010

Stern Grove Festival 2010: Caravan Palace/DePedro

An amalgamation of Parisian subculture, jazz, and swing, Caravan Palace's eccentric sound brings the past and present together with an electric thread that draws audiences to the dance floor. Guitarist and songwriter Jairo Zavala's explosive solo project, DePedro, is the culmination of years performing with Latin rock bands Amparanoia, Los Coronas, and Calexico.
When: Sunday, July 18, 2pm
Where: Sigmund Stern Grove, 19th Ave & Sloat Ave., San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: For information and the full concert schedule visit: sf.funcheap.com/stern-grove-festival-2010-caravan-palace-electroswing

Sunday, July 25, 2010

San Francisco Symphony in Dolores Park

The San Francisco Symphony's annual free concert includes a special tribute to Mexico with an afternoon of musical favorites conducted by rising star Alondra de la Parra, a native of Mexico City now based in New York. Join the Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco and the Friends of Mexico 2010 in celebrating the Bicentennial of the Independence of Mexico. Pack a picnic basket and bring your friends and family.
When: Sunday, July 25, 2pm
Where: Dolores Park, 18th St & Dolores St, San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: www.sfsymphony.org/season/Event.aspx?eventid=41870

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

San Francisco Movie History Night: Old Footage of SF

Guest Speaker Ron Ross presents a collection of old San Francisco movie footage at this monthly meeting of the San Francisco History Association. Doors open at 7pm, Program at 7:45pm. Light refreshments included.
When: Tuesday, July 27, 7pm
Where: St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco, CA
Cost: $5
Info: www.sanfranciscohistory.org/meetings

Wednesday, July 28, 2010

Lindy in the Square: Swing Dance in Union Square

The Swing Dancers will turn back the clock and infect the Square with dance fever the fourth Wednesday of every month from May through September. Introductory dance lessons will be followed by an open dance floor. No partner required.
When: Wednesday, July 28, 6-8pm
Where: Union Square, 333 Post St., San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: www.lindyinthesquare.com

Saturday, July 31, 2010

100th Anniversary Celebration of the Angel Island Immigration Station

Surrounded by public controversy from its inception, the Immigration Station on Angel Island put into operation in 1910, celebrates its 100th anniversary. The program includes a dedication of the new exhibits including the Interrogation Table, a book launch and signing by Erika Lee and Judy Yung on Angel Island: Immigrant Gateway to America, and cultural performances.
When: Saturday, July 31, 11am-4pm
Where: Angel Island
Cost: FREE, but ferry fare to island is required
Info: www.aiisf.org

Saturday, July 31, 2010

Renegade Craft Fair

The 3rd Annual Renegade Craft Fair in San Francisco on July 31st and August 1st, 2010, at the Fort Mason Center Festival Pavilion. This craft, art, design and DIY spectacular will feature over 225 of today's finest indie-craft talents from all over the nation. You can expect to find all sorts of incredible handmade goods at the Fair - everything from jewelry and clothing, ceramics and stationery, bath products and posters, housewares and comics, plush objects and more.
When: Saturday, July 31, 11am-7pm
Where: Fort Mason Festival Pavilion, San Francisco, CA
Cost: FREE
Info: www.renegadecraft.com/san-francisco

Saturday, August 8, 2010

Film Night in the Park Outdoor Film Series

Every summer Film Night in the Park puts on free outdoor movies in parks throughout San Francisco and the Bay Area. 2010 screenings run from May 21st to September 25th with showtimes starting at dusk or 8pm, whichever is later.
When & Where: San Francisco Shows
Saturday, 8/7, Dolores Park, FERRIS BUELLER'S DAY OFF (1986)
Saturday, 8/28, Union Square, REAR WINDOW (1954)
Saturday, 9/11, Wash. Sq. Park, AMELIE (2001)
Saturday, 10/25, Dolores Park, THE BIG LEBOWSKI (1998)
Time: All shows begin at dusk or 8pm, whichever is later
Cost: FREE
Info: www.sfntf.org

Opens Monday, August 9, 2010
Runs Thursday – Saturday through September 4, 2010

This Is All I Need - A new theatrical performance from Mugwumpin

What is your most prized possession? What can you not live without? How many pairs of nail clippers do you own? Why are you still holding on to that scratched pair of sunglasses that you can’t even see through? You’re an ascetic; you’re a collector; you’re a hoarder. Mugwumpin, San Francisco’s kinetic performance company, digs through closets and cupboards to untangle and retangle the threads connecting our hearts, our anxieties, and our stuff.
When: Previews Friday, August 6th and Saturday, August 7th. Opens Monday, August 9th. Runs Thursday – Saturday through September 4th.
Time: All shows begin at 8pm.
Where: NOHspace, 2840 Mariposa Street, San Francisco
Cost: Previews are Pay-What-You-Can. Opening Night Monday, August 9th, is $30 with drinks and hors d’oeuvres included after the show. August 12-August 21, tickets are $15-$20 sliding scale; August 26-September 4, tickets are $25-$30 sliding scale.
Info: Download a flier. Advance reservations are strongly advised and are available from www.mugwumpin.org.