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San Francisco Film Festival Season 2016
April in most cities around the United States means spring cleaning, celebrating Easter, and rainy days. And while there’s no shortage of any of those things in San Francisco, April in the Bay Area also means one other very important thing – Film Festival Season. April draws film enthusiasts from all corners of the Globe who come to witness one, or all, of the distinct film festivals that take place every spring. Here’s a roundup of the film festivals in April 2016:
Navigating San Francisco’s Food Scene with These Five Must-Have Apps
With more restaurants per capita than anywhere else in America, finding the perfect place to eat in San Francisco is a challenge, to say the least. It’s especially overwhelming for tourists who may be visiting the city for the first time, or even the fifth time. When I first experienced this challenge for myself, I turned where I always turn to when I need help – my smartphone. There truly is an app for everything, even finding the perfect place to eat in America’s largest food capital. We’re leaving out the big guys like Yelp, OpenTable, and Foursquare on this one – but that’s not to say reviews on these sites aren’t helpful.
May Festivities in San Francisco 2016
As many natives already know, May in San Francisco was practically made for outdoor activities and boozy festivals. The combination of the nearly perfect weather with two annual beer and wine festivals and city-wide Mardi Gras and Cinco de Mayo celebrations make The Bay one sweet place to be in the heart of Springtime.
Indulge Cravings at the San Francisco International Chocolate Salon
Now celebrating its 10th anniversary as an event, the San Francisco International Chocolate Salon will yet again be taking place on March 5th, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Fort Mason Center. Salon organizers call it “The Original and Premier Artisan Chocolate Show on the West Coast.”
7 Chilly Weather Drinks and Where to Get Them 2016
Even though San Francisco is notorious for their unpredictable climate, it’s safe to say there’s still enough chilly days left to knock out all seven of these chilly weather drinks before we’re in the full-fledged summer heat. Try some of these tasty treats while you’re exploring the city this month. Even if you’ve had them before – you’ve never had them like San Francisco makes them, trust me.
Dance Anywhere®
At 12:00 p.m. CST on March 18th, 2016, creative and silly types from all over the world will drop what they are doing and do one simple thing: dance. Not limited to just professional or academically trained dancers, the annual Dance Anywhere® project is open to any and all individuals with a desire to celebrate the art of dance simultaneously with thousands of others across the globe.
Five Foods to Try in San Francisco in 2016
It’s quite possible that San Francisco is the only place in the world you could try these exact five foods all in the same month. Whether you’re a long time resident or a distant traveler, don’t miss your chance to try these amazingly unique foods before they’re gone.
2016 March Bicycle Madness is About to Descend
Each year, Californians gather in massive numbers to take part in an event known as “March Bicycle Madness,” an annual fundraising event focused on providing underprivileged children with bicycle helmets for their safety. This year, the Madness descends on Davis, California from Tuesday, March 1st through Friday, April 1st.
Union Street Spring Celebration and Easter Parade
Called “the biggest little parade in San Francisco” with an average attendance of over 30,000 people, the annual Union Street Spring Celebration and Easter Parade are back for the season on March 27th, 2016. As its name suggests, the parade event runs down Union Street between Gough and Fillmore. This year’s Spring Celebration will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the parade beginning at the Gough end of its route at 2:00 p.m.
Veterans Business Workshop Series
As part of a local effort to provide U.S. Military veterans with career help and business advice, the Small Business Development Center will be hosting a 2016 Veterans Business Workshop Series at the Concord America’s Job Center. The workshop sessions will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Tuesdays, starting in March and ending in early April.
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