San Francisco Theater Festival
Neighborhood: SOMA

Yerba Buena Gardens
3rd St & Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94111

Jeff M. writes: Very cool.  There's a ton of stages, each with a different performance every half-hour.  They range from little one- or two-man shows like "The Rehearsal" to full-blown revues from big shows like "Insignificant Others."  Shakespeare, BATS Improv, RoL…

AIA Home Tours
Neighborhood: Financial District

AIA San Francisco
130 Sutter St, Ste 600
San Francisco, CA 94104

Tracy D. writes: If you love the architecture in museums almost as much (or more!) than you love the pieces...  if you loved poking around in the nooks and crannies of your grandmother's house as a kid... if you appreciate hidden gems of houses that are uniquely SF--…

Eloise Hill, Psychic
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

40 Moss
Oakland, CA 94610

Jen W. writes: Eloise gives a great psychic reading.  She uses Tarot cards and does either a 1 hour session ($75)  or a 1 1/2 hour session ($100).  I saw her two years ago when I was going through something difficult and again at the end of last year when I finally…

Musik with Yvonne

1493 Beach Park Blvd
Foster City, CA 94404

Kobe B. writes: she really knows her stuff.  she's super nice & has patience and an understanding that kids are kids.  my child definitely appreciates music & movement since she's started.  you get a free class to try it out & you should...totally worth it!

James Henry

PO Box 1204
Pacifica, CA 94044

erica G. writes: Last Thursday James Henry came to our school for the third time.  The kids always love him.  He brings drums, and instruments.  He does singing and interactive stuff with the kids.  The kids in my class are only two, and he even got them involved.

He…

GAPA Runway
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

Herbst Theatre
401 Van Ness St
San Francisco, CA 94199

dannydan d. writes: OK, so if you want theatrical comedy without the theatrical avenue, then try to watch this show. It's once a year and usually on 3rd or 4th Saturday in July. The 19th show was just happening earlier today - Saturday, July 28th, 2007. I can be a bit…

I-Hotel

868 Kearney St
San Francisco, CA 94108

Ann Leslie V. writes: "THE PEOPLE UNITED, WILL NEVER BE DIVIDED!"

For those of you who are unfamiliar with I-Hotel, here's a wiki: http://en.wikipedia.or... and a YouTube clip: http://youtube.com/wat...

I wish I could write to you all I know about the I-Hotel and how much…

Jasper Fforde

San Francisco, CA 94199

Julia C. writes: "All rise! The honorable Queen of Hearts now presiding."

The Queen stalked up to the bench and sat with a loud thud that shook all of cyberspace.

"You may be seated. Counsel," she said, addressing a White Rabbit dressed in a suit, "call your only…

Berkeley Jazz Festival
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area

Greek Theatre
Hearst & Gayley Rd
Berkeley, CA 94701

Arlene C. writes: D-e-a-a-o, Daylight come and me want go home...at 80, Belafonte is tireless in his humanitarian efforts as an activist and was the recipient of the first Berkeley Jazz Icon award. And yes, the man graced us with a verse of the song he will eternally…

BorrowLenses

424 Peninsula Ave
San Mateo, CA 94401

cat c. writes: I was very excited to see that borrowlenses had a pick-up/drop-off location near my home and decided to finally take the plunge and test out a 10-22mm lens.  I had a few big family events coming up all within a week of each other and wanted to see if…

Delancey Street Theater
Neighborhood: SOMA

600 The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94107

Lise L. writes: Went to see the unveiling of a friend's short film here last night (and another friend's animation piece - both great!). Delancey Street was a great venue for this - the reception space was clean and open and had a great layout for serving drinks and…

Friday Nights at the De Young Museum

50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr
Golden Gate Park
San Francisco, CA 94118

Skye R. writes: I was invited as a VIP guest, so I didn't have to pay for anything.  Because of my generous friends, my evening was more likely to be better than most.  But I think, despite having said that, I would still give the experience five stars.

The venue was…

Manufactured Landscapes
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

1572 California St
Lumiere Theatre
San Francisco, CA 94199

Faithy L. writes: A lot of us, including myself, live in a material naviete.

If we want something, we go to the store and get it.
If we don't need something anymore, we throw it it away.

To make a long story short, this movie made me not want to do either of the above…

Help Is On the Way @ the Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

Palace of Fine Arts Theatre
3301 Lyon St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Ed U. writes: "Tonight we have a really big shoe, ladies and gentlemen..."

God, I hate to dress up. Interviews and funerals. That's it. I looked at the website photos for the past galas, so I had to dust off my tie. But the show was so much fun...and all for a…

Blues in the Night
Neighborhood: Union Square

450 Post St
Post Street Theatre
San Francisco, CA 94102

Robert M. writes: Maurice Hines, Freda Payne, Carol Woods and Paulette Ivory - most are possibly a bit before some of you Yelpers' time, but this is definitely a chance to see some greats of the business. This somewhat intimate theatre is the perfect venue for this…

Joyce Gordon Gallery
Neighborhood: Oakland Chinatown

406 14th St
between Broadway & Franklin
Oakland, CA 94612

Gina M. writes: This gallery and the owner are fantastic. I have been to almost all of the exhibit openings this year and diversity of art and artists has been incredible! The space is an awesome exhibition space and the owner is opening a photography gallery…

Marx & Zavattero
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

77 Geary St
2nd Floor
San Francisco, CA 94108

Chango M. writes: One of the best fine art galleries in San Francisco today.

These guys are young and fresh having been open only for a few years.    Some of the work they show is beginning to hit the museums and feature several artists that have been written about in…

Steven Wirtz Gallery
Neighborhood: Union Square, Civic Center/Tenderloin

49 Geary St
3rd Fl
San Francisco, CA 94108

Chango M. writes: Wirtz gallery features alot of interesting photography, sculptural fabric work, as well as painting and new media.  A great deal of what they show has a strong conceptual, postmodern or minimal edge.

The space is immense and a museum quality space to…

Burning Man Headquarters
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1900 3rd St
San Francisco, CA 94107

Veronica D. writes: Whatever your opinion about this event you have got to admit these folks do an incredible job of keeping it together.   I've got to hand it to them for sustaining something this massive for so long.  The city and community that thrives within it's…

Black Rock Arts Foundation
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1900 3rd St
1st Fl
San Francisco, CA 94158

Veronica D. writes: BRAF is a daughter organization of Burning Man created to support the Art that is commissioned for the playa and now in cities around the U.S.  They have brought some amazing works to SF and they have many events that call for participation thereby…

Fatherhood

234 Main St
Alameda, CA 94501

Emmanuel E. writes: Once upon a time, I was single and carefree.  Now I am a happy father of two sweet and beautiful girls.  It's not for everyone.  It helps to be in a healthy relationship and the gender roles/expectations are clear on both sides.  Also talk about…

Wine.com
Neighborhood: Financial District

114 Sansome St
6th Fl
San Francisco, CA 94104

Eric P. writes: Wine.com is my world... why? Because wine makes my world even better, not that I recommend the consumption of alcohol... if you under the age of 21. But its mail order wine, its nearest distribution point is located in Berkley, and hey, its got some…

Margaret Cho

94199

nobu k. writes: Hey Margaret Cho,
You are my Mutha Fukin' Hero.
Keep it up, dude.
And, you are a Bitchn' Babe too.

People!
Remember that August 16th is Margaret Cho's Ass Fukin' Day!
That's what Gavin said.
So, clean-up your ass, be safe.
God doesn't like your dirty anal.…

Sinister Swing
Neighborhood: SOMA

1190 Folsom St
Cat Club
San Francisco, CA 94103

Brian G. writes: EDIT:  Sinister Swing is now named Swing Goth and is held at Julie's Supper Club.  Please check out reviews for Swing Goth separately on this site.  For more information on Sinister Swing please go to LeePresson.com  Lee was kind enough to let us use…

Industrial Center Building, aka The ICB

480 Gate Five Rd
Sausalito, CA 94965

jill j. writes: The Industrial Center Building (also known to the locals as "The ICB") is a landmark historic building steeped in the area's ship building roots.  Now it houses a vibrant community of artists' studios.  It's not glamorous.  In fact, the hallways are…

Kuh 2

San Bruno, CA 94066

Bird B. writes: she's the cutie with the guitar you see singing at henry's every sunday night.  you're mesmerized by her soulful magical voice, the killer range, and can't help but be impressed with her catalogue of songs.  i mean really, who knew you could take the…

Avenue Q
Neighborhood: SOMA

The Orpheum Theatre
1192 Market St
San Francisco, CA 94102

joe f. writes: if you were gay
that'd be okay
i mean 'cause, hey,
i'd like you anyway.
because you see,
if it were me,
i would feel free
to say that i was gay
(but i'm not gay.)

Blues in the Night

Post Street Theater
450 Post St, 2nd Fl
San Francisco, CA 94102

Bruce R. writes: My wife I were able to attend one of the preview shows for Blues in the Night now showing at the Post Street Theater.  My cuz works for the theater but that has no bearing on my thoughts about the show.

If I had stars to give it would get 4.5 out of…

California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance

425 Market St
Ste 1000
San Francisco, CA 94199

Rex Q. writes: My Grandfather has been growing grapes in the central valley for many years now. I heard about a free workshop put on by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance or CSWA so I picked him up one weekend and we attended their workshop. During the…

Bannam Place Theater
Neighborhood: North Beach/Telegraph Hill

50 Bannam Place
San Francisco, CA 94133

H.A. .. writes: This is a cute little space tucked in the heart of North Beach.  Not far from Grant and Green, it features a variety of types of show.  I don't believe there is a resident theater company, more like a rental space, but definitely nice to have these…

Frank Bette Center For the Arts Inc

1601 Paru St
Alameda, CA 94501

Cupcake .. writes: Amazing gallery tucked away in a sleepy corner of Alameda.  It has a great community feel without feeling all "community".  Know what I mean?  It's nice to roam through a gallery and not feel rushed or attitude from the staff.  Worth a visit for…

California Conservatory Theatre

999 E 14th St
San Leandro, CA 94577

miika m. writes: This is a rather romantic review (all the more appropriate since it is Valentine's day tomorrow) about a little conservatory where I had caught one show years ago that featured my present sweetie.  Apparently, I had flit-floated away at the time.…

Oakland East Bay Symphony
Neighborhood: East Oakland

400 29th Ave
Oakland, CA 94601

Skay D. writes: This is for the March 23, 2007 concert.  The biggest draw for me was the Rimsky-Korsakov  " Scheherazade",  because there is nothing like hearing that piece live - there's so much delicious stuff going on throughout the orchestra, it makes me wish I…

Bella Ceramica
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Piedmont Ave

3982 Piedmont Ave
Oakland, CA 94611

Zak A. writes: Birthdays, holidays, housewarmings, showers, all come with the challenge of bringing a nice gift.  Well, after visiting this cozy shop in Oakland you will be a hit with any party host when you show up with a beautiful hand made ceramic piece from…

Piedmont Lane Gallery
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Piedmont Ave

4121 Piedmont Ave
Oakland, CA 94611

Gourmet G. writes: Two rooms and an upstairs art gallery filled with antiques and collectibles will keep you happily browsing, if not buying, for an hour or so. Objets d'art, furniture, vintage games, sculptures, paintings, and Asian artifacts - from 19th Century…

Sticks
Neighborhood: North Berkeley

1579 Solano Avenue # B
Berkeley, CA 94707

Quyen T. writes: Sticks is not cheap, but they do a great job of framing your most prized art, photographs, and anything you deem worthy of framing.  We had several Thangka paintings framed (Tibetan buddhist paintings), as well as a write up of our wedding in a…