After Dark: Radioactive

Thursday, Jan. 24., 6–10 p.m. The Exploratorium (Pier 15) Oh, no! Radiation! Learn about unstable atoms, how to master them, and their effects on the human body. $15–$20, 415-5... Read More

Music

Chris Botti

Tue.–Sun., Jan. 8–13 SFJazz (201 Franklin St.) The best-selling melodious jazz trumpeter, who has recorded with Sting, Paul Simon, Joni Mitchell, Frank Sinatra, Yo-Yo Ma, John ... Read More

Science & Environment

Can California Go Carbon Neutral?

Thursday, Jan. 31, 6:30 p.m. The Commonwealth Club (110 The Embarcadero) Experts ranging from the former president of Shell Oil to the chair of the California Air Resources Board w... Read More

Community Corner

Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service

Monday, Jan. 21 Golden Gate National Park locations Commemorate MLK day in family-friendly events to help grow and restore cherished natural parklands. Registration required; visit... Read More

Music

Esa-Pekka Salonen & the S.F. Symphony

Fri.–Sun., Jan. 18–20 Davies Symphony Hall Be among the first to experience the much-anticipated new director of the symphony in a multifaceted program featuring Sibelius, Stra... Read More

Community Corner

Homeless Point in Time Count

Thursday, Jan. 24 Volunteer training: 7–8 p.m. Street count: 8 p.m.–midnight The Department of Homeless and Supportive Housing (HSH) is looking to recruit at least 500 voluntee... Read More

Child's Play

Breakfast with Enzo

Thursdays & Fridays, 11 a.m.–noon Sports Basement Presidio Drop in for two different sets (10 a.m. and 11 a.m.) of voice, accordion, guitar, banjo, jaw harp, ocarina, percuss... Read More

Child's Play

YBike Learn to Ride Program

Sunday, Jan. 6, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Main Post, corner of Anza & Owen Sts., the Presidio Get your kids riding on two wheels with free, safe, and friendly instruction from the Pres... Read More

Child's Play

Snow White & The Seven Dwarfs

Saturdays, Jan. 27–March 16 Cowell Theater, Fort Mason Center This new production of a much-loved fairy tale features catchy songs, whimsical characters, magical adventures, and ... Read More

Nightlife

La Piñata: Free Latin EDM Party

Thursday, Jan. 24, 9 p.m.–2 a.m. Pop’s Bar (2800 24th St.) It’s been a long week; just have fun with D.J. Clave’s offerings of classic Latin electronic dance music. Free, f... Read More

Nightlife

Foreverland

Friday, Jan. 25, 9 p.m. Bimbo’s 365 Club (1025 Columbus Ave.) Since 2009, Foreverland has been bringing life to Michael Jackson hits. Also appearing is the notorious dance band c... Read More

Sports & Health

Allstate Hot Chocolate 15K/5K

Sunday, Jan. 13, 7:20 & 8:10 a.m. Golden Gate Park This USATF-certified course that runs along the Great Highway has been certified for distance accuracy and will have sweet st... Read More

Major Events

S.F. Ballet 2019 Opening Night Gala

Wednesday, Jan. 23, 5 p.m. City Hall & War Memorial Opera House Start with an elegant cocktail reception and dinner at City Hall, then head to the Opera House for free prosecco... Read More

Major Events

S.F. Restaurant Week

Daily, Jan. 23–31 Various S.F. restaurants Dine at nearly 130 of your favorite restaurants offering two-course lunches for $15 and $25 and three-course dinners for $40 and $65. V... Read More

Film & Lectures

Mary Poppins

Sat.–Sun., Jan 5–6 Davies Symphony Hall It’s not cheap, but it’s also not a cheap knock-off of the original Julie-Andrews-starring classic. It’s the real deal, accompanie... Read More

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