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Culture

From Angelou to Zinn: An anti-racism resource guide

Looking to sharpen your knowledge or inform your neighbors? This list by Victoria Lynn Alexander covers everything from donation funds to deep reading.

Marke B. - June 5, 2020

Culture

How teachers leapt inequity hurdles when COVID shut schools

Special education breakouts, music videos, grocery cards, telephone trees: Teachers got creative to reach needy students.

Emily Wilson - June 4, 2020

Screen Grabs

Screen Grabs: Revisit the glitzy disaster of ‘Showgirls’

A surprising look at the cult legend. Plus: A dark Shirley Jackson tale, Abel Ferrera returns, and two juicy thrillers.

Dennis Harvey - June 3, 2020

All Ears

Bandcamp Day picks: Support these great California artists directly

This Friday, the music sales site waives its fees again to benefit artists—and later this month it supports NAACP Legal Defense Fund

John-Paul Shiver - June 3, 2020

News + Politics

For Pride, all queer people must stand up for Black lives

Our history echoes though the George Floyd protests. Now Pride's moved online, let's re-engage its radical spirit.

Marke B. - June 2, 2020

Screen Grabs

Screen Grabs: Into ‘The Vast of Night’—and beyond

Sexism in the US music business and on the streets of Algeria, an unearthed Elizabeth Taylor curiosity, more films out now

Dennis Harvey - May 30, 2020

Culture

Travel back in time, daily, with Emperor Norton

Fire up the Internet machine and take a trip through SF history with the Emperor Norton's Fantastic History Vlog.

Marke B. - May 28, 2020

Arts

See Black Women emphasizes ‘who gets counted,’ in Census and beyond

Talks, billboards, and a powerful coalition of artists and organizations come together to promote Black visibility.

Emily Wilson - May 25, 2020

Arts

Asian American women artists on creativity, activism—and COVID racism

Emily Wilson - May 25, 2020

Jenifer K. Wofford's new Asian Art Museum mural helps transform Civic Center. She joins others for a virtual conversation

Arts

The museum’s closed, but ‘The de Young Open’ poises for launch

Emily Wilson - May 6, 2020

Local submissions welcomed for community art exhibition, which will display selections once the pandemic passes.

Lit

A Drag Queen Story Hour star and activist publishes her own kids’ book

Joshua Rotter - May 5, 2020

With 'The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish,' Lil Miss Hot Mess helps channel inner sparkle.

Arts

Wendy Macnaughton’s #DrawTogether brings art (and needed supplies) to kids

Emily Wilson - May 4, 2020

The illustrator's daily online drawing lesson is a sensation—and helps raise money for art supplies in Oakland.

Culture

From Angelou to Zinn: An anti-racism resource guide

Looking to sharpen your knowledge or inform your neighbors? This list by Victoria Lynn Alexander covers everything from donation funds to deep reading.

Marke B. - June 5, 2020

Onstage

Culture

A 420 treat from ‘Sheesh & Schlong’

Two of SF's top comics wish you a happy high holiday—at home.

Marke B. - April 20, 2020

Onstage

Hunky Jesus rises again! (Blessedly online)

Marke B. - April 10, 2020

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and Queer Nightlife Fund team up to present the hallowed Easter contest.

Onstage

Review: ‘Toni Stone’ hits a home run (and you can watch it on your couch)

Elaine Elinson - March 17, 2020

ACT play tells the story of the first woman to play professional baseball. Here's how to stream it, along with other plays.

Onstage

In ‘Please Don’t Eat the Mangos,’ this Mami has secrets

Emily Wilson - March 11, 2020

Stage favorite Wilma Bonet on playing the matriarch of a Puerto Rican family during a hurricane in the Magic's new play.

Onstage

Can drag queens beat death? Find out in ‘Drag Becomes Her’

Joshua Rotter - March 10, 2020

Peaches Christ, Jinkx Monsoon, and BenDeLaCreme send up 1992 camp classic 'Death Becomes Her' in a dragstravaganza.

Puff

Puff: Cannabis-loving care for Mom

Nothing says Mother's Day like CBD-infused eye-cream, a virtual spa moment, and a gift box of cannabis goodies. (Hey, it can work for dads, too.)

Dan Karkoska - May 6, 2020

Puff

Puff: Toast 420—pandemic-style!

Dan Karkoska - April 16, 2020

We may miss out on cannabis communion—but we can still swing into the spirit of the holiday.

Puff

Puff: Crazy times deserve good weed, and good care

Dan Karkoska - March 31, 2020

Clean your bong, wipe down delivery packaging, check dispensary hours—and chill at home with Fuzzies and more.

Puff

Puff: ‘Tis the season for a holiday cannabis gift guide

Dan Karkoska - December 12, 2019

Space Gems, African Queens, some much-needed Tranquili-Tea and more perfect stuffing stockers (and mood adjusters).

Puff

Puff: Hall of Flowers highlights

Dan Karkoska - October 19, 2019

Huge expo in Santa Rosa showcased a panoply of new cannabis goods—including some cool surprises.

Screen Grabs

Screen Grabs: Revisit the glitzy disaster of ‘Showgirls’

A surprising look at the cult legend. Plus: A dark Shirley Jackson tale, Abel Ferrera returns, and two juicy thrillers.

Dennis Harvey - June 3, 2020

Screen Grabs

Screen Grabs: Into ‘The Vast of Night’—and beyond

Dennis Harvey - May 30, 2020

Sexism in the US music business and on the streets of Algeria, an unearthed Elizabeth Taylor curiosity, more films out now

Screen Grabs

Screen Grabs: Big hearts and summer lovin’

Dennis Harvey - May 27, 2020

'Angelfish' and 'I Will Make You Mine' deal with very different romances, 'A Towering Task' tells the Peace Corps story, more

Screen Grabs

Screen Grabs: What’s a long weekend? It’s staycation stream time

Dennis Harvey - May 22, 2020

Deft comedy in 'Lucky Grandma,' searing political doc 'Santiago, Italia,' arts intrigue in 'The Painter and the Thief,' more

Culture

Screen Grabs: Lesbian filmmakers who destroyed stereotypes

Dennis Harvey - May 20, 2020

Plus: Peter Sellers' disastrous lost film, Tom Berenger back in the lead, and how to keep supporting local cinemas.

Art Looks

Aquarium vibes on Folsom: Inkletterman, others beautify shuttered storefronts

Todd Kurnat is one of the artists turning emptied out SF streets into colorful galleries.

John-Paul Shiver - May 12, 2020

Arts

The museum’s closed, but ‘The de Young Open’ poises for launch

Emily Wilson - May 6, 2020

Local submissions welcomed for community art exhibition, which will display selections once the pandemic passes.

Art Looks

‘Change the dynamics’: Dawoud Bey on photography, place, and history

Emily Wilson - April 7, 2020

While his pictures hang in an empty SFMOMA, the artist looks back at his career's pivotal moments and series.

Culture

How do you represent Black and Latino communities at major museum shows?

Emily Wilson - March 8, 2020

An innovative program at the de Young, whose staff is mostly white, brings diversity to Black Power and Frida Kahlo exhibit staff.

Art Looks

Creativity Explored branches out with ‘Of here from there’ exhibition

Emily Wilson - March 4, 2020

Artist Ana Teresa Fernández collaborates with the nonprofit's developmentally disabled artists for a show about migration and home.

Party Radar

Nightlife

Grassroots Queer Nightlife Fund raises $160K in aid for workers

Community donor campaign begins disbursing relief grants to performers, DJs, stage techs, others affected by shutdown.

Marke B. - May 1, 2020

Onstage

Hunky Jesus rises again! (Blessedly online)

Marke B. - April 10, 2020

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and Queer Nightlife Fund team up to present the hallowed Easter contest.

Party Radar

Party Radar: Fault Radio helps DJs stream through quarantine

Marke B. - March 27, 2020

Now that online nightlife connection is essential, this fantastic Bay Area site's founders are here to help.

Party Radar

Comedowns are for losers! New Year’s Day parties

Marke B. - December 30, 2019

Our annual list of after-after-parties proves the revelry never ceases San Francisco. (Drink some water!)

Party Radar

Party Radar: A monster mash of Halloween bashes

Marke B. - October 24, 2019

ESG, Doja Cat, The Magician, The Cockettes, Space Cowboys, Paul Oakenfold all make a witches' brew of real party howlers.

Examined Life

Arts + Culture

Examined Life: Replace existing normal

In the wake of COVID-19, how can we make space for the fluctuating emotions that come with our suddenly transformed lives?

Karen Macklin - March 29, 2020

Examined Life

Examined Life: A year to love for no reason

Karen Macklin - January 4, 2020

Looking back at the life of a great spiritual teacher opens the door to deeper meaning in the new year.

Examined Life

Examined Life: On shaky ground

Karen Macklin - April 16, 2019

In a city where everyone and everything is constantly changing, we have a lot to fear. But even more to learn.

Examined Life

When our bodies break down

Karen Macklin - February 21, 2019

On the dark journey through illness or injury, we meet a stranger we’ve known all along: our self.

Examined Life

Life is hard. Say yes to that.

Karen Macklin - December 7, 2018

As we move toward the end of the year, remember: Even when the options all seem bad, you can still make a good choice.

Arts Forecast

Arts Forecast: How Weird (that everything is virtual now)

Festival season kicks off with a cyberspace bang. Plus: Hard French, Write Now!, DNA Lounge, cute videos, and more.

Marke B. - April 30, 2020

Arts Forecast

Arts Forecast: We can do this!

Marke B. - April 17, 2020

Bay Area arts orgs come out strong with films, plays, auctions, concerts, shows, and "Mystery Shakespeare Theatre 1592."

Arts Forecast

Arts Forecast: Help save bookstores, drag queens, Frameline, more

Marke B. - April 3, 2020

Fabulous performances and benefit funds, plus a few pick-me-ups, as we band together to help the local scene.

Arts Forecast

Arts Forecast: Apocalypse… but make it fashion!

Marke B. - March 25, 2020

The arts community is putting on a damn good face in this catastrophe, from floral masks to streaming Shakespeare and more.

Arts Forecast

Arts Forecast: Should you even go out?

Marke B. - March 11, 2020

Large gatherings have been banned, small gatherings are advised against—what are art-lovers (and arts workers) to do?

Lit

Culture

Tom Ammiano’s feisty new memoir tells all, from Milk to mayoral run

In 'Kiss My Gay Ass,' the eminent politico, activist, comedian, teacher, and personality spills the tea.

Marke B. - May 7, 2020

Lit

Tori Amos: ‘Artists will be the second round of responders’

Joshua Rotter - May 6, 2020

The iconic musician speaks about her new book 'Resistance'—and the invaluable role of expression during a crisis.

Lit

A Drag Queen Story Hour star and activist publishes her own kids’ book

Joshua Rotter - May 5, 2020

With 'The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish,' Lil Miss Hot Mess helps channel inner sparkle.

Lit

The mother who stoned San Francisco

Joshua Rotter - April 20, 2020

Alia Volz's 'Home Baked' tells the wild story of her family, who headed the City's largest edibles bakery for three crucial decades.

Lit

So, what do kids say about living in San Francisco?

Emily Wilson - April 12, 2020

In new book 'Urban Playground,' Noe Valley Voice columnist Katie Burke interviews that rarest of SF species: children.

All Ears

Bandcamp Day picks: Support these great California artists directly

This Friday, the music sales site waives its fees again to benefit artists—and later this month it supports NAACP Legal Defense Fund

John-Paul Shiver - June 3, 2020

All Ears

New Music: DJ Josey Rebelle tells a rarely celebrated story

John-Paul Shiver - May 27, 2020

On new mix "Josey in Space" the UK legend knits together contemporary Black dance music on both sides of the Atlantic.

All Ears

In Chuck Johnson’s ambient ‘Rain Shadow,’ a sound of high desert ecology

Daniel Bromfield - May 26, 2020

Foretelling pandemic conditions, the Oakland pedal steel guitarist joined duo Golden Retriever remotely for new record.

Culture

Out of the crate: 6 vinyl re-issues that are pretty damn dope

John-Paul Shiver - May 23, 2020

Fanny, Kleeer, Electric Prunes, and more get another spin, along with a timely compilation of '80s Japanese City Pop

All Ears

Rediscovering the fantastic music of Akiko Yano

Johnny Ray Huston - May 20, 2020

A dive into the the diverse, decades-spanning sonic world of the woman often called "Japan's Kate Bush"

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News + Politics

Planners to hear proposal for massive new UCSF development in Parnassus Heights

Tim Redmond - June 3, 2020

News + Politics

Big money from the cops is becoming politically toxic

Tim Redmond - June 5, 2020

A way to remove obstacles to reform -- plus a move in SF to start to "defund" the SFPD.

Foreign Correspondent

The rest of the world sees uprisings, not riots

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Foreign correspondent: The United States is paying the price for denying people what Malcolm X called ‘the right to be a human being.’

Culture

How teachers leapt inequity hurdles when COVID shut schools

Emily Wilson - June 4, 2020

Special education breakouts, music videos, grocery cards, telephone trees: Teachers got creative to reach needy students.

News + Politics

Supes panel rejects Breed’s Police Commission picks

Tim Redmond - June 1, 2020

Rules Committee says it's the wrong time for people who are not deeply committed to major reforms.

Culture

From Angelou to Zinn: An anti-racism resource guide

Marke B. - June 5, 2020

Looking to sharpen your knowledge or inform your neighbors? This list by Victoria Lynn Alexander covers everything from donation funds to deep reading.

News + Politics