Had enough of “staycations”? Want a travel destination that won’t break the piggy bank? Portland, Oregon is more than recycling, kale chips and polar fleece. This pacific northwest city is alive with quirky culture. There’s a couple of mandatory details to discuss first. One: Watch at least one episode of “Portlandia” to understand this Berkeley-er-than-thou…
Significant and influential Artist Richard Diebenkorn will have his art returned to its roots in an exhibit that comprises much of his work from his Berkeley period. The exhibition, Richard Diebenkorn: The Berekeley Years,1953-1966, explores in depth the work produced by Diebenkorn when he lived in Berkeley, California. The presentation will include over 130 of…
http://www.sonomafilmfest.org Get red carpet ready! The much-anticipated 16th Annual Sonoma International Film Festival is finally here on April 10-14, 2013. This year, the festival presents a sensational lineup with more than 100 films and seven premiers screened at eight venues, all within walking distance of Sonoma’s Historic Plaza. Complementing its diverse and truly international program…
Hey Divas! Come join us for the San Francisco debut of Film Festival Flix monthly film series featuring the award winning film, The Athlete. When: Monday November 19 Where: Balboa Theatre; 3630 Balboa Street, San Francisco, CA 94121 What: 5:30-7:00 VIP Reception 7:00-7:30 Red Carpet Arrival 7:30–10:00 Feature program including short film contest winner, screening…
The American Craft Council Show is on the road. Their 2012 schedule includes Baltimore, Atlanta, St. Paul, and San Francisco. This is no pot holder knick knack flea market, oh no. The American Craft Council has been around since 1943 and they take their craft seriously. All their shows are juried to ensure an impressive…
Don’t let the giant eyes, tiny noses, and knee-socks fool you. This is real science. The Manga Guides from No Starch Press, use the conventions of Japanese comic books to explain challenging scientific topics clearly and cleverly. They proudly proclaim themselves “the finest in geek entertainment”. (That’s fun learning for the rest of us). What…
Calling all music festival lovers! Calling all music festival lovers! Outside Lands, held in Golden Gate Park on August 10-12, 2012 brings together great music, amazing San Francisco food and drink, art and other various performances for one unforgettable weekend. Music Headling this year’s Outside Lands will be Metallica, Stevie Wonder, Neil Young & Crazy Horse, Jack White and…