Heino Falcke: Black Holes, the Universe, and Us

Thursday, May 27, 10–11 a.m. Live Stream Join this virtual discussion with German astrophysicist Heino Falcke as he discusses his new book, A Light in the Darkness, and wrestles ... Read More

Science & Environment

Beginning Beekeeping: The Basics and Mid-Season Colony Health

Saturday, May 22, 10 a.m.–noon Garden for the Environment (1590 Seventh Ave.) Learn bee basics, their progress through spring and summer, and what to expect as colonies expand in... Read More

Film & Lectures

Stacey Abrams

Thursday, May 13, 6 p.m. Live Stream Hear the woman credited for turning Georgia blue — who is also the author of the legal-thriller novel While Justice Sleeps (release date May ... Read More

Film & Lectures

Takeout Tuesdays: Lunchtime Conversations About Art

Tuesday, May 4, noon Live Stream What can you learn about a court lady from the Tang dynasty (618–907) from a 1994 painting by a Chinese artist who was inspired by a 13th-century... Read More

Film & Lectures

Fort Mason Flix

Tuesday–Sunday through May 16 Fort Mason Center This wildly popular drive-in movie event concludes this month with Toy Story 4, Trainspotting, Maleficent, and many more. $49/car... Read More

Nightlife

Exploratorium After Dark Online: Stories from Chinatown

Thursday, May 6, 7 p.m. On demand Chinatown exists as a dynamic community of families and individuals cultivating tradition and nurturing social progress. Join filmmaker James Q. C... Read More

Music

Sasha Bayan and Nate Levin

Saturday, May 8, 3–5 p.m. The Center patio (548 Fillmore St.) Enjoy live looped electronic hand percussion and tabla meet sitar, bass, and classical guitar mix originals and enti... Read More

Music

S.F. Symphony: Zimbabwean Musical Culture

Thursday, May 6 On demand Explore the intersection between classical music and Zimbabwean musical culture with the Chinyakare Ensemble and S.F. Symphony musicians. $15, 415-864-600... Read More

Major Events

Annual S.F. Decorator Showcase: New Perspectives

Opens Saturday, May 22 On demand This year’s conceptual, all-virtual show of the Russian Hill home at 1080 Chestnut Street to be reimagined by a team of designers is 5,445 square... Read More

Museums & Galleries

The de Young Museum

Tue.–Sun. 9:30 a.m.–5:15 p.m. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr. “Calder–Picasso” features work from two of the most innovative and influential artists of the 20th century; “Un... Read More

Museums & Galleries

Contemporary Jewish Museum

Thu.–Sun. 11 a.m.–5 p.m. 736 Mission St. Reopening April 17 with these exhibitions: “Levi Strauss: A History of American Style” featuring garments, advertisements, photogra... Read More

Museums & Galleries

Asian Art Museum

Fri.–Mon., 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Thursday, 1–8 p.m. 200 Larkin St. “Lost at Sea: Art Recovered from Shipwrecks” traces the pathways of 12th-century stone reliefs and 15th-centur... Read More

Galas & Benefits

North Beach Citizens’ Spring Event

Wednesday, April 21, 6–9 p.m. Livestream Celebrate North Beach Citizens’ 20 years of positive impact in the community at this annual event that celebrates North Beach Citizens�... Read More

Galas & Benefits

Alonzo Kings Lines Ballet 2021 Gala

Saturday, April 17, 5 p.m. Livestream The evening of inspirational dance features world premieres, one-of-a-kind musical appearances, and more. $100 & up, 415-863-3040, linesba... Read More

Major Events

Annual Opening Day on the Bay

Sunday, April 25, noon–2:30 p.m. Golden Gate Bridge to Pier 39 Boating season kicks off with the blessing of the fleet and a festive parade featuring over 100 historic workboats,... Read More

Events