Author Archives: Ana Pines
San Francisco Beer and Music Festival
Rock Star Beer Productions held their first San Francisco Beer and Music Festival on November 21st. The Las Vegas company easily appealed to locals and sold out almost a week in advance. The event was outdoors at SOMA Streat food Park and showcased multiple local and regional breweries as well as local bands and DJ’s. There were over 50 craft beers to please your palate over and over again.
The Kid Thing – New Conservatory Theatre Center
You can catch the Bay Area debut of, “The Kid Thing” directed by Becca Wolff, at the New Conservatory Theatre Center until December 13. The play written by playwright Sarah Gubbins was the winner of the Joseph Jefferson Award for Best New Play 2012 and an Edgarton Foundation New American Play Prize.
Treasure Island – Toxic Getaway
When driving between Oakland and San Francisco you’ll see an exit midway that goes towards Treasure Island. It was a Navy base from 1942 to 1997. You will find beautiful views of the Bay Bridge and Golden Gate Bridge there. You will also find abandoned buildings and toxic asbestos warnings everywhere.
She’s Back – Missy Elliott’s New Video
Missy fans are rejoicing today! Missy Elliott dropped a video for WTF (Where They From) ft. Pharrell Williams and the Internet is going bonkers. It didn’t become apparent to her that she was extremely missed until a gig with Katy Perry during the Super Bowl. Fans came out in droves to welcome the singer back via Twitter while the young ones wondered who she was. They were easily forgiven, as they immediately recognized what the rest of us already knew, Missy is the best! Now, where can I get one of those puppets made to look like me. Check it out below.
Fight For $15 Supporters Come Out in Oakland
Workers in over 200 cities came out today to demand livable wages. The majority of low wageworkers are adults trying to make ends meet. It’s no longer a “transitioning teen” job into the workforce. In addition, women hold the majority of low earning jobs. The demographic the wages hurt in Oakland were apparent, families.
Riverdance 20th Anniversary Tour
You have until November 8th to check out the 20th anniversary show of Riverdance at SHN Golden Gate Theatre. The popular show comes from a sold out run across Europe and Asia. Over 20 dancers bring this show to life including an Irish troupe, Flamenco and Urban dancers. Not many people seem to know this as its not emphasized in its advertising.
Dia De Los Muertos San Francisco
Hundreds of people came out on Monday, November 2 to participate in the annual Dia De Los Muertos festival on Mission Street. There were Altars organized by the Marigold Project set up in Garfield Park prior to the parade. The Altars varied from deeply personal, to school projects, to political ones dedicated to those that have been evicted due to gentrification.
The Uber Kittens Are Coming!
Uber along with participating shelters in over 50 cities will be delivering kittens on Thursday, October 29 for playtime and adoption. Can you think of a better way to celebrate National Cat Day?!
Pope Francis U.S. Visit & Schedule
Pope Francis arrived today at Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland and was greeted by President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden and their families. It’s rare for a President to go out and greet important guests upon landing. They’re usually met with at the White House. However, the 266th Pope is no stranger to first as he is the first Latin American to lead the Roman Catholic Church and will also be the first Pope to address Congress on Thursday.