The Great S.F. Crystal Fair

Sat–Sun, Feb. 28–March 1, 10 a.m. Conference Center, Bldg. A, Fort Mason Center A magical mix of crystals, minerals, beads, jewelry, and the healing arts features over 40 vendo... Read More

Just for Fun

Stairway Walks in S.F.

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 6:30 p.m. Latino/Hispanic Mtg. Rm., S.F. Main Library Stairway Walks in San Francisco explores well-known and clandestine corridors and lists every one of the c... Read More

Creature Features

Coats for Cubs

Daily thru April 22, 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Buffalo Exchange (1555 Haight St. & 1210 Valencia St.) Give your furs back to the animals! Used furs will be donated to rehabilitation org... Read More

Child's Play

Chinese New Year Concert

Saturday, Feb. 21, 3 p.m. Davies Symphony Hall Celebrate the Year of the Ram with the symphony. This family event includes a preconcert reception, which will transform the symphony... Read More

Child's Play

LEGO Building

Friday, Feb. 20, 3–5 p.m. Golden Gate Valley Library (1801 Green St.) Create vehicles, robots, castles, and more. All pieces provided. Free, 415-355-5666, sfpl.org ... Read More

Child's Play

Make Dolls with David

Saturday, Feb. 14, 2–2:30 p.m. Marina Branch Library (1890 Chestnut St.) Make a doll from scrap fabrics with a small group of crafty enthusiasts. Materials provided, but feel fr... Read More

Child's Play

Caribbean Story Time

Thursday, Feb. 12, 10:30–11:15 a.m. Marina Branch Library (1890 Chestnut St.) Infectious Caribbean-style rhythms highlight Asheba’s story-songs, which focus on hope and hap... Read More

Child's Play

Family Literacy Night

Wednesday, Feb. 11, 6–8:30 p.m. Learning Studio, SFPL Main Library Presented in conjunction with United Way of the Bay Area, come read and listen to stories as a family, then dis... Read More

Potables & Edibles

SF|Noir Wine and Food Event

Daily, Feb. 25–March 1 Various S.F. venues This unique culinary event celebrating the best in Black and Southern-inspired cuisine from eminent Bay Area chefs returns for Black Hi... Read More

Potables & Edibles

Explore Bordeaux

Wednesday, Feb. 25, 6 p.m. Presidio Café (300 Finley Rd.) Join certified sommelier Michael Perry and taste wines from the famous communes from the right and left bank as well as s... Read More

Potables & Edibles

Food from the Heart 2014

Friday, Feb. 13, 5–7:30 p.m. Ferry Building Marketplace Stroll down the candlelit nave and sample seasonal hors d’oeuvres and local wines, all to the sounds of music and ta... Read More

Science & Environment

Lessons from the Rim Fire: What It Means

Wednesday, Feb. 25., 6 p.m. The Commonwealth Club (555 Post St.) As California’s drought deepens, the Rim Fire and subsequent fires have highlighted the challenges facing our... Read More

Science & Environment

63rd Pacific Orchid Exhibition: The Thrill of Discovery

Thu–Sun, Feb. 19–22 Festival Pavilion, Fort Mason Center The largest orchid show in the U.S. features more than 150,000 blooms and promises to be a showstopper. Events include ... Read More

Science & Environment

Magnificent Magnolia Tour

Saturday, Feb. 14, 1:30–3:30 p.m. S.F. Botanical Garden, Golden Gate Park Enjoy hors d’oeuvres and cocktails garnished with magnolia petals, then meander through the garden... Read More

Science & Environment

The Exoskeletons in Your Closet

Tuesday, Feb. 10, 7 p.m. California Academy of Sciences Ugh. Insects. But what do you really know about the many arthropods in your home? Assistant Curator Michelle Trautwein expla... Read More

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