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Mudhoney To Perform at The Chapel 2015
Before Pearl Jam, Soundgarden, and Nirvana, there was Mark Arm and Mudhoney. Many argue that Mudhoney made Grunge possible and aided the changing of the musical guard in the early 90’s possible. Seeing them live is to Nirvana what seeing Leadbelly would have been to taking in the Rolling Stones. In 1991, releases like Every Good Boy Deserves Fudge laid the groundwork for all Seattle grunge to follow. Famous for cultivating punk and metal but adding rhythm and percussion, they improved on what bands like the Melvins and Green River had started.
Open Mic Night in Oakland 2015
Have you been to The New Parkway Theater? If you live in or frequent Oakland’s Uptown district, you might consider this community-centered cinema and café a neighborhood staple. The comfy couches allow guests to feel like they’re in their own living rooms… but the experience is even better!
Alameda Point Pumpkin Patch
The holidays are upon us. For young moms and dads, this is a time to create new traditions or to pass along the ones distilled in us when we were young. For others, perhaps this is a time to reminisce about the beautiful memories of our own childhoods. Regardless of what the holiday season means to you, the Alameda Point Pumpkin Patch is a spectacular way to create new autumn memories.
Chance the Rapper to Perform at Fox Theater in Oakland
Chance the Rapper is a 22-year-old hip-hop artist who hails from Chatham of Chicago, Illinois. Fans, however, will tell you that the man needs no introduction. Since the 2013 release of Acid Rap, which features guest artists such as Vic Mensa, Action Bronson, and more, almost anyone who knows anything about the rap scene will tell you that Chance is on fire. In fact, Acid Rap was even nominated for Best Mixtape at the BET Hip Hop Awards in 2013.
Grand National Rodeo
Visit the Wild West without leaving our beautiful Bay Area. On October 16th and 17th and October 23rd and 24th, the Grand National Rodeo will take place at the Cow Palace located at 2600 Geneva Avenue in Daly City.
Illuminate San Francisco 2015
When artists and urban areas collide, the result is often a spectacular air of brilliance. And, it’s unsurprising that San Francisco artists, natives and transplants alike, go above and beyond. The Illuminate SF event, which features eco-friendly temporary installments, permanent fixtures, and more, turns the beautiful Bay Area into a larger-than-life art gallery.
Nike Women’s Half Marathon in San Francisco
If you’re a runner, you know that the Bay Area is an ideal location for an athletic excursion, from a quick three-mile jog to an entire marathon. From the Golden Gate Bridge to Fisherman’s Warf, from Crissy Field to Yerba Buena Gardens, our section of Northern California is stunning, and the scenery makes the ideal backdrop for a run. This is why a variety of races take place in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area year after year. So, how do you choose which events to support?
45th Annual Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival
‘Tis the season for pumpkin spice lattes, fall harvest soups, autumn décor, and, if you live in the greater Bay Area, you can’t forget the Half Moon Bay Art & Pumpkin Festival. This year, on Saturday, October 17th, and Sunday, October 18th, San Francisco and the surrounding area will celebrate this festival’s 45th year! The event is a tradition not to be missed.
Mr. Nobody’s Spookeasy Halloween Spooktacular 2015
We’re not afraid to say it: the month of October is weird.
The Bay Area is a particularly eclectic area, and we embrace our strangeness. Have you ever heard the phrase “Keep Austin weird”? Some say that San Francisco is one of Austin, Texas’ sister cities. But, the notion of staying weird needs no coaxing here. San Francisco is eclectic in all of the right ways, and we’ll stay that way.
Five Must See Museums in San Francisco
From wax celebrities, to albino reptiles, to illegal substances, to war memorabilia, to rare 17th century paintings, there is a museum in the Bay Area sure to wow any visitor. With more than 20 unique museum attractions to choose from in San Francisco, some even considered to be the best in the world, it’s nearly impossible to decide which will be worth it during a short visit. Try one of these five, and you are sure not to leave disappointed.
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