COOL HAPPENINGS ~ rad / unique / authentic ~ Bay Area
A diverse (arts & culture) events-list of: creative community gatherings, empowering social events, interactive workshops, fun art parties, DIY happenings, and radical art-activism. (inclusively under $30-free, updated frequently)
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[7/1: eastbay : 7pm-11pm] HardwareHackNight Tuesdays hackerspace at Omni Commons[7/1 : East bay : 7:00 pm - midnight]
East Bay Fusion Dance Social partner dance event on Tuesday nights in Oakland. Fusion Partner dance is a collaborative improvised partner dance that prioritizes connecting with your partner over specific steps. The music is varied to include many different genres, cultures, and dance forms. (10-25$)WENSDAYTHURSDAY
[7/3 : Oakland, 8:30am - 2pm] Free Tai Chi classes Gain the health benefits of traditional Tai Chi and Chi Gung practice in a friendly group setting. classes will be held in-person at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. (free)[7:3 Oakland : 6-9pm] THURSDAY NIGHT
PANTHER PROWL We host a free, family-friendly event every Thursday night at the DeFremery Park basketball courts from 6pm to 9pm. It's an official Oakland Parks & Rec program where the community comes together to skate in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. There is a rotation of live DJs from the community providing the music and snacks and drinks are provided by members of the community to share with all at no cost (free)SF, 10pm [16th & Mission Open Mic] Poetry and More, Every Thursday @10pm on the SW Corner of -16th & Mission St. San Francisco (free)[ First Thurs-nights : SF ] First Thursday Art Walk explore Downtown and Tenderloin galleries.
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[7/4 : SF : 9-10am] Japanese tea garden free hours pagodas, stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, and a zen garden. Cherry blossom trees bloom throughout the garden in March and April. (free)7/4 : 11am -9pm Worthless, an anti-festival festival DJ fees $0, Event permit $0Dead pool floats $0, Costume made of garbage $0, Come to the day party that offers you nothing and asks for nothing in return. This country is a dumpster fire and July 4th is such a worthless trash day. So let’s all hang out and stick our middle fingers high in the air while having a picnic!This event started back in 2019 in Alamo Square Park where we wore our finest trash-ery, as in DIY-outfit choices with used and broken worthless items around our houses and especially dead pool floaties.[7/4 – 8/3 , SF Dolores Park, 1:30-3:30pm] [San Francisco Mime Troupe Presents: DISRUPTION - A Musical Farce] In a city where nothing is more important than "innovation", soon San Francisco will be a suburb of Silicon Valley - and just in time for the president's upcoming visit. But if the city is poised to be a calm, efficient paradise why is everything suddenly on... FIRE! Date times: Fri Jul 4 at Dolores Park (1:30pm-3:30pm) Sat Jul 5 at Dolores Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sun Jul 6 at Yerba Buena Gardens (1:30pm-3:30pm) ,Sat Jul 12 at The Panhandle (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Wed Jul 16 at Lake Merritt (6:30pm - 8:30pm) ,Thu Jul 17 at Lake Merritt (6:30pm - 8:30pm) ,Sat Jul 19 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sun Jul 20 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sat Aug 2 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sun Aug 3 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) (free)7/4 : Oakland 4-8pm [NO ICE IN THE BAY (fundraiser)] Swarmas by Samawis. (Cumbia and oldies by East side Xicana, Lonley Girl, and Roshi (all proceed go to OEA's Rapid legal defense fund, providing legal representation to families facing threat of deportation. @ 3354 Grand ave , Oakland[7/4 : Oakland : 5:30-9:30] Days Like This’ a Party for the People, by the People at the Lake Merritt Pergola. (free)7/4 : SF, 5-8pm [50th Anniversary of the antfarm collective’s “MEDIA BURN”] Come celebrate the 50th Anniversary of MEDIA BURN. July 4, 2025 5:00 – 8:00pm at the David Ireland House 500 Capp Street, San Francisco. @ 500 Capp Street[7/05/ Oakland, 7-9pm [Hot Heels Competition] Dance Competition for dancers who dance in heels. All trained up and nowhere to show your skills? This is for you! Produced by Carla Service of Dance-A-Vision Entertainment. (Root’d 4444 Telegraph Ave. Oakland, CA)SATURDAY
[7/5 : Berkeley: 10 am - 6 pm] Aftel museum of Curious Scents ($25)[7/5 East bay, 11am-4pm] Rich City Rays SUMMER PICNIC Pt. Molate Beach 2110 Stenmark Dr. Richmond. ca no rsvp, everyone welcome, food, gmaes, kayaks (free)[7/5 – 8/3 , SF Dolores Park, 1:30-3:30pm ] [San Francisco Mime Troupe Presents: DISRUPTION - A Musical Farce] In a city where nothing is more important than "innovation", soon San Francisco will be a suburb of Silicon Valley - and just in time for the president's upcoming visit. But if the city is poised to be a calm, efficient paradise why is everything suddenly on... FIRE! Date times: Fri Jul 4 at Dolores Park (1:30pm-3:30pm) Sat Jul 5 at Dolores Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sun Jul 6 at Yerba Buena Gardens (1:30pm-3:30pm) ,Sat Jul 12 at The Panhandle (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Wed Jul 16 at Lake Merritt (6:30pm - 8:30pm) ,Thu Jul 17 at Lake Merritt (6:30pm - 8:30pm) ,Sat Jul 19 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sun Jul 20 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sat Aug 2 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) ,Sun Aug 3 at Live Oak Park (1:30pm - 3:30pm) (free)[7/5 : SF 1st Saturdays : SF ] [4/6: SF 12pm] MAPP Mission Arts Performance Project MAPP is a familia, a community and a series of arts, music and activist events encompassing several venues as well as public spaces, street corners, bart stations, cafes, bars, taquerias, homes all over La Mission.SUNDAY
[7/6 : 1st Sundays : Oakland, 7:30 ] Doors That Only Open in Silence - an ongoing monthly workshop in free improvisation, hosted by Jacob Felix Heule open participation, non-hierarchical workshop in free improvisationBring your instrument or come to listen. No advance notice needed - just show up. Small groups will be randomly assembled from submitted names immediately before each group plays. (free)[7/6 : First Sunday: SF 8-11] Clutch the pearls A cabaret of drag curiosities… First sunday of every month!HOSTED BY Churro Nomi + Mira
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[7/7 : Oakland: 7pm-9pm or even later] SUDO ROOM Women / NonBinary Coding nights Mondays hackerspace at Omni Commons[7/7 : SF -9-10am] Japanese tea garden free hours pagodas, stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, and a zen garden. Cherry blossom trees bloom throughout the garden in March and April. (free)[7/7 : SF :7pm] SHADES SF dance ($13-25 for lesson and dance, $10-20 for dance only (no one turn away for lack of funds)TUESDAY
[7/8: eastbay : 7pm-11pm] HardwareHackNight Tuesdays hackerspace at Omni Commons
[7/8 : East bay : 7:00 pm - midnight]
East Bay Fusion Dance Social partner dance event on Tuesday nights in Oakland. Fusion Partner dance is a collaborative improvised partner dance that prioritizes connecting with your partner over specific steps. The music is varied to include many different genres, cultures, and dance forms. (10-25$)WENSDAYTHURSDAY
[7/10 : Oakland, 8:30am - 2pm] Free Tai Chi classes Gain the health benefits of traditional Tai Chi and Chi Gung practice in a friendly group setting. classes will be held in-person at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. (free)[7/10 Oakland : 6-9pm] THURSDAY NIGHT
PANTHER PROWL We host a free, family-friendly event every Thursday night at the DeFremery Park basketball courts from 6pm to 9pm. It's an official Oakland Parks & Rec program where the community comes together to skate in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. There is a rotation of live DJs from the community providing the music and snacks and drinks are provided by members of the community to share with all at no cost (free)[ 7/10 : Oakland, 8-11pm ] Ruckus Revival , Summer Spectacular! A wild variety show that promises an unforgettable night of chaos and fun! ($24)[7/10 SF, 10pm [16th & Mission Open Mic] Poetry and More, Every Thursday @10pm on the SW Corner of -16th & Mission St. San Francisco (free)
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7/11-13: SF, 11am-6pm SF ART BOOK FAIR SFABF is an annual multi-day exhibition and celebration of printed material from independent publishers, artists, designers, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the world. Open to the public (free)[7/11, 2nd Fridays: East bay, 7:30pm] East Bay Bike Party! location (tba) (free)[7/11 : First Fridays : Oakland. Art murmur in Oakland, Art gallery openings, art booths, street dance, food vendors. (grand-27th and telegraph)7/11 : First Fridays : Northbeach SF Art night art night, galleries, music, street art[7/11 : Oakland : 5:30-9:30] Days Like This’ a Party for the People, by the People at the Lake Merritt Pergola. (free)SATURDAY
[7/12 : Oakland, 9-2am] [Freedoms Farmers Market 10th anual Watermelon eating contest] ( by Farms to Grow) @ 4521 Telegraph
(free)[7/12 Oakland , 11am-2pm] [CAFECITO Y CRAFTS CLUB] A Creative Café Experience in Old Oakland. Creative wellness meets coffee culture.7/12: SF, 11am-6pm SF ART BOOK FAIR SFABF is an annual multi-day exhibition and celebration of printed material from independent publishers, artists, designers, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the world. Open to the public (free)[7/12 :Berkeley: 10 am - 6 pm] Aftel museum of Curious Scents ($25)SUNDAY
7/13: SF, 11am-6pm SF ART BOOK FAIR SFABF is an annual multi-day exhibition and celebration of printed material from independent publishers, artists, designers, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the world. Open to the public (free)[7/13 : 2nd Sundays: Oakland 1:30-4:30] Mixed-Media collage workshop with Rock Paper Scissors artists, at Oakland Main Library 125 14th street.
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[7/15: eastbay : 7pm-11pm] HardwareHackNight Tuesdays hackerspace at Omni Commons[7/15 : East bay : 7:00 pm - midnight]
East Bay Fusion Dance Social partner dance event on Tuesday nights in Oakland. Fusion Partner dance is a collaborative improvised partner dance that prioritizes connecting with your partner over specific steps. The music is varied to include many different genres, cultures, and dance forms. (10-25$)WENSDAYTHURSDAY
[7/17 : Oakland, 8:30am - 2pm] Free Tai Chi classes Gain the health benefits of traditional Tai Chi and Chi Gung practice in a friendly group setting. classes will be held in-person at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. (free)[7/17 : First Thurs-nights : SF ] First Thursday Art Walk explore Downtown and Tenderloin galleries.[7/17 Oakland : 6-9pm] THURSDAY NIGHT
PANTHER PROWL We host a free, family-friendly event every Thursday night at the DeFremery Park basketball courts from 6pm to 9pm. It's an official Oakland Parks & Rec program where the community comes together to skate in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. There is a rotation of live DJs from the community providing the music and snacks and drinks are provided by members of the community to share with all at no cost (free)[7/17 : SF , 6:30 pm–8 pm] Conflict Kitchen: Reading and Fundraiser for Gaza Soup Kitchen join us for an evening of Palestinian food and a community reading on the occasion of the San Francisco launch of There Is No Life on Other Planets (2024). Originally published in 2014 by Conflict Kitchen, the book features interviews with Palestinian children living in the West Bank and Gaza. Ten years later, the book has been republished alongside eight new interviews, with some of the same children who are now young adults currently living in Gaza. All new interviews were conducted in Gaza by Abeer A. The event is free and open to the public. All funds raised from the sale of the book will be donated to support the Gaza Soup Kitchen, a network of kitchens providing hot meals and clean drinking water to communities in Gaza. (free)[7/17 SF, 10pm [16th & Mission Open Mic] Poetry and More, Every Thursday @10pm on the SW Corner of -16th & Mission St. San Francisco (free)[7/17, 3rd Thursday, East Bay, 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm] EastBayCommunitySpace Board Game Night Why be bored when you could BOARD?! Roll on over to EBCS for our monthly board game night. This community event is on the third Thursday of every month in the Telegraph room. Doors open at 6:30pm and the event lasts until ~10/11pm. Bring games, snacks, and friends! (donation-based (NOTAFLOF)[7/17 San Pablo, 7pm-9pm] Art walk on San Pablo harbor art at San Pablo harbor marina. (free)
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[7/18 : Oakland : 5:30-9:30] Days Like This’ a Party for the People, by the People at the Lake Merritt Pergola. (free)[7/18 : SF , 7-10pm] It's an Art Party! Join San Francisco Artist Union’s (SFAU) and The Nook for an evening celebrating a unique collection of local artists’ work and creativity! ($15 suggested) or NOTAFLOFSATURDAY
[7/19 :Berkeley: 10 am - 6 pm] Aftel museum of Curious Scents ($25)[7/19 : SF 6:30-9 ] Salon HALA – The Local Queer Art Salon
oin us for Salon Hala, a queer art salon in the spirit of the Parisian art salons of the past. Organized by the Hala Collective, this unique event blends community recognition, live performances, and interactive games in an immersive, celebratory format. Salon Hala is a space to uplift queer voices, celebrate community elders and activists, and engage in radical joy through art, music, and movement. Special guests Tlahuizpapalotl. Special performances by Xochipilli Dance Company (Héctor Jaime and Brandon Grahms), Liz Duran Boubion, Mama Ganuush. In partnership with FLACC, Dance Mission Theater, BAAITS. Food provided by Bay2Gaza. (free or more)SUNDAY
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7/24: Oakland, 8:30am - 2pm] Free Tai Chi classes Gain the health benefits of traditional Tai Chi and Chi Gung practice in a friendly group setting. classes will be held in-person at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. (free)
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[4th Sundays: Oakland] Rollin with the Homos (rolling skating and drag)
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[7/31 : Oakland, 8:30am - 2pm] Free Tai Chi classes Gain the health benefits of traditional Tai Chi and Chi Gung practice in a friendly group setting. classes will be held in-person at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. (free)[Last Thursdays : Oakland] Out of Focus TV presents AV Club @ Shapeshifters Cinema A/V Club is a chill hang for folks who want to meet and share film/video/sound/music projects in progress, or recently completed projects—open screening-style. Bring something to show, or just come to watch some cool work, meet some new people and join in conversation.
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[Oakland: 7pm-9pm or even later] SUDO ROOM Women / NonBinary Coding nights Mondays hackerspace at Omni CommonsSF -9-10am] Japanese tea garden free hours pagodas, stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, and a zen garden. Cherry blossom trees bloom throughout the garden in March and April. (free)[SF :7pm] SHADES SF dance ($13-25 for lesson and dance, $10-20 for dance only (no one turn away for lack of funds)TUESDAYS
[eastbay : 7pm-11pm] HardwareHackNight Tuesdays hackerspace at Omni Commons[East bay : 7:00 pm - midnight]
East Bay Fusion Dance Social partner dance event on Tuesday nights in Oakland. Fusion Partner dance is a collaborative improvised partner dance that prioritizes connecting with your partner over specific steps. The music is varied to include many different genres, cultures, and dance forms. (10-25$)WENSDAYS
[SF, 10am] Garden Volunteer shifts Come volunteer at Garden for the Environment and get your hands dirty! Help us keep the garden healthy and thriving and learn to garden.[SF ,7-10:30] Wednesday Night Lindy Society at Decodance Swing Dancing every Wednesday night (21+ two drink min + free dance class)SF -9-10am] Japanese tea garden free hours pagodas, stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, and a zen garden. Cherry blossom trees bloom throughout the garden in March and April. (free)THURSDAYs
[Oakland, 8:30 – 10am] Morning Tai Chi Gain the health benefits of traditional Tai Chi and Chi Gung practice in a friendly group setting. This class will be held in-person at the Oakland Asian Cultural Center. Master Jang has studied with some of the best Kung Fu masters from China and the U.S. From 1987 to 1991, he was the national champion in Tai Chi, Xing Yi, and Ba Qua both in hand forms and weapons. In 1991 (free)[Oakland : 10:45 -11:45 AM] Wu Style Taijii Wu Style Tai chi is the second most popular form of Tai chi in the world but is not well known in the US. Learn the Round Form of Wu Style 108 with Sifu Ho, whose grand master studied under Wu Jianquan (吳鑑泉), father of Wu Kung-i (吳公儀). no restriction but 0-2 years of experience required
(Free )[Oakland , 12:00 -1:00 PMBeginners Tai Chi Beginners Tai chi is taught by Sifu Siu. Nai-nai 13-Word Form is a non-demanding form to learn because of its symmetry. (free)[Oakland , 1-2pm] Advanced Tai Chi with Sifu William Dere(This is a journey into exploration of Taijiquan energy development and practical skills for individuals who already knows one or more forms.) (free)[Oakland : 6-9pm] THURSDAY NIGHT
PANTHER PROWL We host a free, family-friendly event every Thursday night at the DeFremery Park basketball courts from 6pm to 9pm. It's an official Oakland Parks & Rec program where the community comes together to skate in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment. There is a rotation of live DJs from the community providing the music and snacks and drinks are provided by members of the community to share with all at no cost (free)SF, 10pm [16th & Mission Open Mic] Poetry and More, Every Thursday @10pm on the SW Corner of -16th & Mission St. San Francisco (free)[ First Thurs-nights : SF ] First Thursday Art Walk explore Downtown and Tenderloin galleries.[Oakland 9pm-1am] Ahi Nama (salsa dancing) 8-9pm beginners, 9-10pm mixed levels, dance social (10pm-1am)FRIDAYs
[Oakland : 5:30-9:30] Days Like This’ a Party for the People, by the People at the Lake Merritt Pergola. (free)[SF : 9-10am] Japanese tea garden free hours pagodas, stone lanterns, stepping stone paths, native Japanese plants, serene koi ponds, and a zen garden. Cherry blossom trees bloom throughout the garden in March and April. (free)SATURDAYS
[2/ Richmond, 9am -4pm] [Build Richmond's youth Village, (A village that will house the homeless]In Richmond, every Saturday. This is a collaborative effort of two different homefulness campaign[1st Saturdays : SF ] [4/6: SF 12pm] MAPP Mission Arts Performance Project MAPP is a familia, a community and a series of arts, music and activist events encompassing several venues as well as public spaces, street corners, bart stations, cafes, bars, taquerias, homes all over La Mission.s, where we continue to build our community, LITERALLY. Come experience some magic and bring skills and dreams back to your local area. FIGHT THE SWEEPS, BUILD PPL POWER @ 175 23rd st. Richmond. Questions and confirm attendance text 5102820396 (free Volunteer)[oakland @ bushrod park, 4pm] [Anarchy Soccer ] "literally just gonna play soccer" (free)[Berkeley: 10 am - 6 pm] Aftel museum of Curious Scents ($25)[Berkeley : 11 am – 6 pm] Tilden Steam train rides ($4)[Oakland : 1-2pm] Jewelry and Crafts for adults join and make wearable objects, materials provided @ the Melrose branch library[6/7 : SF 1st Saturdays : SF ] [4/6: SF 12pm] MAPP Mission Arts Performance Project MAPP is a familia, a community and a series of arts, music and activist events encompassing several venues as well as public spaces, street corners, bart stations, cafes, bars, taquerias, homes all over La Mission.SUNDAYS
[Berkeley : 11 am – 6 pm] Tilden Steam train rides ($4)[SF : 3pm ] Music Jam @ the Radical Reading room "Come Play With Us!
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[3rd Mondays :SF] Monthly all-ages Queer Bowling event! Come and bowl for free while enjoying bites from local food pop ups, discounted drinks, DJs, and drag ($10)[2nd Tuesdays: SF] San Francisco Botanical Garden’s Free Day[1st and 3rd Wensdays: Oakland] Ripples Healing Circle. sharing a safe space with circle guiders Kelly and AJ. @ 2520 Telegraph ave[ First Thurs-nights : SF ] First Thursday Art Walk explore Downtown and Tenderloin galleries.[3rd Thursday, East Bay, 6:30 pm - 11:00 pm] EastBayCommunitySpace Board Game Night Why be bored when you could BOARD?! Roll on over to EBCS for our monthly board game night. This community event is on the third Thursday of every month in the Telegraph room. Doors open at 6:30pm and the event lasts until ~10/11pm. Bring games, snacks, and friends! (donation-based (NOTAFLOF)[Last Thursdays : Oakland] Out of Focus TV presents AV Club @ Shapeshifters Cinema A/V Club is a chill hang for folks who want to meet and share film/video/sound/music projects in progress, or recently completed projects—open screening-style. Bring something to show, or just come to watch some cool work, meet some new people and join in conversation.[First Fridays : Oakland. Art murmur in Oakland, Art gallery openings, art booths, street dance, food vendors. (grand-27th and telegraph)First Fridays : Northbeach SF Art night art night, galleries, music, street art[2nd Fridays: East bay, 7:30pm] East Bay Bike Party! location (tba) (free)[2nd Fridays: SF, 6-9pm] SF’s Lowrider Cruise of the Mission (Every 2nd Friday) Check out the Bay’s polished and decked out lowriders cruising Down Mission Street 20th and Mission[1st Saturdays : SF ] [4/6: SF 12pm] MAPP Mission Arts Performance Project MAPP is a familia, a community and a series of arts, music and activist events encompassing several venues as well as public spaces, street corners, bart stations, cafes, bars, taquerias, homes all over La Mission.[2nd Saturdays ][8-10:30pm : Oakland], Bay Area Micro Fusion (dance) Micro Fusion Fundamentals and Lessons. ($0-25)[1st Sundays : SF 4-7pm] No Kings! No Queens! Chess Club No Kings! No Queens! is the super-chill community chess club. Hosted by Danny Cao, all ages and skill levels are encouraged to come. Never played chess? We'll teach you! Come hang out, talk chess and play a few games. (free)[1st Sundays : Oakland, 7:30 ] Doors That Only Open in Silence - an ongoing monthly workshop in free improvisation, hosted by Jacob Felix Heule open participation, non-hierarchical workshop in free improvisationBring your instrument or come to listen. No advance notice needed - just show up. Small groups will be randomly assembled from submitted names immediately before each group plays. (free)[First Sunday: SF 8-11] Clutch the pearls A cabaret of drag curiosities… First sunday of every month!HOSTED BY Churro Nomi + Mira[2nd Sundays: Oakland 1:30-4:30] Mixed-Media collage workshop with Rock Paper Scissors artists, at Oakland Main Library 125 14th street.[2nd & 4th Sunday, noon-3]Visiting the Octagon House Museum Built in 1861, the Octagon House is a San Francisco historical landmark, an architectural treasure and a Colonial and Federal Periods Decorative Arts Museum. (free, donations accepted)[4th Sundays, SF] ShadowLight artists in residence at Red Poppy Art House. It is a Free Monthly program with hands-on workshop activities for families on the fourth Sunday of each month.[4th Sundays: Oakland] Rollin with the Homos (rolling skating and drag)[Last Sunday : Kensington] : Beatles Thingy : Beatles Karaoke with live accompaniment @ Kensington Circus Pub, Kensington. *Also Happens first Tuesday of the month @ Rite Spot, 17th & Folsom 7:30-9:30, FREE
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