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A minimalist’s guide to half-assing Christmas gifts
A minimalist’s guide to half-assing Christmas gifts
Turn your failed hobby projects into heartfelt, terrible gifts. Or handing someone money is straightforward and surprisingly appreciated.
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Dec 23
The first Taco Bell Triathlon just happened — there were five people
The first Taco Bell Triathlon just happened — there were five people
How to turn a fast food chain into an endurance event? In an unofficial “triathlon,” they celebrated with Crunchwraps and slushie cheers.
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Dec 19
From daddies to dancing houses at the Castro Art Walk
From daddies to dancing houses at the Castro Art Walk
With rainbow footsteps and furry rave coats, Castro Art Walk mashes queer vibes with free wine — oh and there’s art to buy, too.
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Dec 18
I thought SantaCon would be a disaster — it was a delightful mess instead
I thought SantaCon would be a disaster — it was a delightful mess instead
SF’s first tornado warning brought sideways rain and wind. But soggy Santas laughed like they’d been cast in a low-budget holiday special.
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Dec 16
This was Santa Skivvies 2024
This was Santa Skivvies 2024
Jingle bells, jiggling butts, and holiday hijinks. It’s San Francisco’s sequin-soaked blend of charity and nakedness in the Castro.
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Dec 12
Demi Moore, Austin Butler, and Zac Posen take on The Bay (sort of)
Demi Moore, Austin Butler, and Zac Posen take on The Bay (sort of)
San Francisco’s SFFILM Awards Night brought an unexpected dose of star power to our foggy streets.
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Dec 11
SF Ballet’s Nutcracker is a dazzling tradition that’s thankfully not going away
SF Ballet’s Nutcracker is a dazzling tradition that’s thankfully not going away
As the first U.S. city to perform The Nutcracker in 1944, San Francisco holds a unique connection to the ballet.
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Dec 10
‘Drag on Ice’ deepened my love for San Francisco
‘Drag on Ice’ deepened my love for San Francisco
From audience member to performer, Joe Wadlington shares his experience gliding across the Union Square rink in glitter outfits and wigs.
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Dec 9
‘Golden Girls Live’ bets on a bigger stage — and it pays off
‘Golden Girls Live’ bets on a bigger stage — and it pays off
The long-running drag parody brings its campy magic to San Francisco’s historic Curran Theatre, blending warmth, humor, and holiday charm.
Saul Sugarman
Dec 7
The secret lives of San Francisco’s miniature parks
The secret lives of San Francisco’s miniature parks
San Francisco is a treasure chest of undiscovered gems. These mini parks are the city’s quiet rebellion against the chaos of urban life.
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Dec 5
From Gozu to The Wild: A Michelin-worthy evolution in San Francisco dining
From Gozu to The Wild: A Michelin-worthy evolution in San Francisco dining
Whether savoring the food or sipping a shiso martini, The Wild enchants every sense.
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Dec 3
‘A Man On The Inside’ doesn’t give SF enough screen time
‘A Man On The Inside’ doesn’t give SF enough screen time
But the Netflix show is still an enjoyable Ted Danson dramedy.
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Dec 2
Q Bar returns along with ‘Booty Call Wednesdays’ — and Castro heals a bit more
Q Bar returns along with ‘Booty Call Wednesdays’ — and Castro heals a bit more
It’s a homecoming for a party that once defined the midweek in Castro. Juanita More brings queer community back inside the cramped space.
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Dec 1
The legacy of SF Oasis will live on, following its successful gala
The legacy of SF Oasis will live on, following its successful gala
More than $200,000 flooded in support of the SoMa drag club and its quest to pay artists fair wages.
Saul Sugarman
Nov 29
The Boomers and Gen X love Cyndi Lauper — I thought she was fine
The Boomers and Gen X love Cyndi Lauper — I thought she was fine
A legend at Chase Center delivers sincerity, silliness, and a show that’s hard to define. Did she stick the landing? Well…
Saul Sugarman
Nov 27
How to gaslight your family into thinking you cooked Thanksgiving dinner
How to gaslight your family into thinking you cooked Thanksgiving dinner
Nothing says “chef at work” like a little flour on your shirt. Turn that grocery store dessert into a heartfelt heirloom.
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Nov 26
Bingo! Your Thanksgiving drama is universally relatable
Bingo! Your Thanksgiving drama is universally relatable
When the turkey’s burned and the wine flows freely, this game rewards you for enduring the holiday’s most predictable disasters.
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Nov 25
From bar crawls to bare bums — these are San Francisco’s not-so-traditional holidays
From bar crawls to bare bums — these are San Francisco’s not-so-traditional holidays
Whether you’re running through the Castro in your undies or bar hopping with rowdy Santas, SF knows how to keep the holidays weird.
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Nov 21
Dancing with death and marigolds at Davies Symphony Hall
Dancing with death and marigolds at Davies Symphony Hall
SF Symphony’s Día de los Muertos event an explosion of marigolds, skulls, costumes, and dancing. And the music was excellent.
Saul Sugarman
Nov 18
How Weird ends its 25-year run
How Weird ends its 25-year run
Born in 2000 as a small, quirky gathering, How Weird Street Faire now faces soaring expenses that make its future uncertain.
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Nov 14
Why I love vintage shopping on Haight Street
Why I love vintage shopping on Haight Street
From classic bohemian pieces to mid-century gems, the Haight is a paradise for secondhand shopping in San Francisco.
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Nov 12
SF Cider Fest pours the party with crisp sips and fall vibes
SF Cider Fest pours the party with crisp sips and fall vibes
SPARK Social turned Mission Bay into a hub of apple-inspired flavors. Pumpkins, candy apples and dancing created the perfect fall outing.
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Nov 11
Lilah brings the boom with shaved ice and low-proof cocktails
Lilah brings the boom with shaved ice and low-proof cocktails
San Francisco’s hot days are no match for Lilah’s shaved ice. Colorful and refreshing, these drinks bring a new vibe to the Marina.
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Nov 8
In the face of another Trump era, I’ll continue to seek joy in San Francisco
In the face of another Trump era, I’ll continue to seek joy in San Francisco
San Francisco remains resilient, irreverent and the most progressive city in our country — not to mention beautiful. Let’s remember that.
Saul Sugarman
Nov 6
How to get really drunk on Election Day in San Francisco
How to get really drunk on Election Day in San Francisco
If the only thing you want to vote on is your next rum cocktail, check out our SF picks. We also found some election parties.
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Nov 4
This rebel Halloween parade took over Mission — and it was a freaking blast
This rebel Halloween parade took over Mission — and it was a freaking blast
From dance bans to street jams, San Francisco’s Mission neighborhood became a full-blown Halloween festival with DanceOWeen.
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Nov 1
SF Oasis seeks big money at its first-ever gala
SF Oasis seeks big money at its first-ever gala
Celebrating nearly ten years in SoMa, the nightclub set a $200,000 goal to support its growing footprint in nonprofit LGBTQ+ arts and drag.
Saul Sugarman
Oct 31
The ‘Great Hauntway’ was honestly rather incredible
The ‘Great Hauntway’ was honestly rather incredible
The Ocean Beach Halloween party wowed us at its 4th-annual iteration. It was actually kinda muggy despite all the fog.
Saul Sugarman
Oct 29
Castro Halloween is still a ghost of its legendary history
Castro Halloween is still a ghost of its legendary history
The 2024 party in the Castro felt small on Saturday night, but still a good time. We just wish the block party returned.
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Oct 28
‘Glow in the Streets’ was a chill half block of neon fun
‘Glow in the Streets’ was a chill half block of neon fun
The annual Halloween event by Comfort & Joy felt like a small family dance party with old friends in the Castro.
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Oct 27
I want to hate Waymo but can’t
I want to hate Waymo but can’t
How our woke columnist realized they cannot stop taking robo-taxis that go against their principled beef with the Bay Area tech industry.
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Oct 23
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