Wild Crafted Cocktails & Twilight Tour

Thursday, April 24, 5:30–7:30 p.m. S.F. Botanical Garden Celebrate spring and the wild flower bloom — gather in the picturesque stone circle surrounded by blooming flowers to s... Read More

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Alfred Hitchcock’s San Francisco

Sunday, March 9, 11 a.m. Meet: Huntington Park fountain, Nob Hill See the hotels, clubs, stores, and other locations featured in Vertigo and other Hitchcock classics and hear why h... Read More

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3rd Annual Mr. Marina Competition

Wednesday, March 19, 7 p.m. Regency Center (1290 Sutter St.) See the contestant who embodies the Marina spirit (social, fun-loving, generous, and manly, yet who occasionally wears ... Read More

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Neal Cassady Birthday Bash

Tuesday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m. The Beat Museum (540 Broadway St.) This annual tribute to the “secret hero” of Howl by Allen Ginsberg and the inspiration for Jack Kerouac’s On the Ro... Read More

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The Great S.F. Crystal Fair

Sat–Sun, Feb. 22–23, 10 a.m. Conference Center, Bldg. A, Fort Mason Center A magical mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and the healing arts returns with over 40 vendor... Read More

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26th Annual Russian Festival of S.F.

Fri–Sun, Feb. 21–23 Russian Center of S.F. (2460 Sutter St.) Come experience live performances by Russian dancers, vocalists, and musicians; sample Russian cuisine, tea and a v... Read More

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The Whole Bead Show

Fri–Sun, Feb. 21–23 Fleet Room, Bldg. D, Fort Mason Center Discover vintage through contemporary pieces made from glass, stone, metal, pearl, amber, and porcelain, antique and ... Read More

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Chinese New Year Treasure Hunt

Saturday, Feb. 15, 4–9 p.m. Justin Herman Plaza In this largest and most popular treasure hunt of its kind in the U.S., teams have four hours to solve inventive clues and find un... Read More

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Stitchers Stash Sale

Monday, Feb. 10, 7:30 p.m. United Church of Christ (501 Laguna Honda Blvd.) If you’re into embroidery, don’t miss this event where you’ll find linens, needlework charts and b... Read More

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KPFA Grateful Dead Marathon

Sat–Sun, Feb. 8–9, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. KPFA-FM (94.1 & 89.3) Host David Gans promises a bounty of unreleased and previously unheard music by the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia, an... Read More

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24th Anniversary of the Sea Lions’ Arrival

Fri–Mon, Jan. 17–20, 12–4 p.m. Pier 39 Watch these playful mammals as they lounge on K-Dock while entertaining and delighting all. www.pier39.com ... Read More

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28th Annual Japanese New Year Bell Ringing Ceremony

Tuesday, Dec. 31, 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Asian Art Museum (200 Larkin St.) Bring your family and friends and say goodbye to 2013 by striking a giant 16th century bronze temple bell... Read More

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5th Annual Renegade Craft Fair Holiday Market

Sat–Sun, Dec. 21–22, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. Concourse Exhibition Center (635 Eighth St.) Snag homemade gifts for everyone on your list among the more than 250 indie crafters on displ... Read More

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Holiday Caroling on Union Street

Saturday, Dec. 21, 1 p.m. Meet at St. Mary the Virgin Episcopal Church (2325 Union St. at Steiner) Join the caroling while strolling down Union Street and return to the church for ... Read More

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Old Time Maritime Christmas

Saturday, Dec. 14, 6–7:40 p.m. Hyde Street Pier Experience Christmas 1901, meet and talk with captains and crews aboard historic ships, and take a lamplit guided tour (tours leav... Read More

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