When the ancient Polynesians invented surfing, they often used a paddle to help them navigate. Fast-forward a few millennia, and Stand-Up Paddleboarding, or SUP, finds itself trendy again. Part of its increasing popularity is that standing upright allows surfers to spot waves more easily and thus catch more of them, multiplying the fun factor. Paddling back to the wave becomes less of a strain as well. The ability to cruise along on flat inland water, surveying the sights, is another advantage. Finally, it’s a good core workout. If you’re sold on the idea, schedule an intro SUP lesson, free with board and paddle rental, and you may find yourself riding the waves like a Polynesian king.More
Many of us remember coming home from our elementary schools with freshly glazed pinchpots, cups, or whatever else our young imaginations could conjure up. Saturday mornings at the Randall Museum can bring that memory back, or create a new one for the youngsters. Ceramics make great gifts — especially on Mothers' and Fathers' Day. Hop on board for the Randall's once-weekly class, and for $6 and two weeks to have your work fired and glazed, you'll have all the materials you need.More
December is almost over - the New Year is coming up and everyone is busy drying off from the rain or holiday shopping. Let's take a look at what's happened this month.
San Quinn Crowns Barry Bonds “Home Run King” in New Tribute Anthem
PostedByMatt Stroud
on Tue, Jul 10, 2007 at 1:53 PM
Just five home runs separate Barry Bonds from controversially wresting those top honors from Hank Aaron, but San Francisco rapper San Quinn has already crowned Bonds the “Home Run King” in his new tribute anthem “Knock It Out.”
Set to the beat of LL Cool J’s “Mama Said Knock You Out,” Quinn raps, “Don’t call it a comeback, he been here for years.Through jeers and cheers, putting pitchers in fear!”
Astute commenters on Bay Area hip-hop blog Nation of Thizzlam note that it’s not the first time that Bonds has been recognized in a rap song, pointing out that he’s often used as a synonym for wealth and success. But “Knock It Out” is certainly the smartest and most prescient tribute yet.
Mainstream national fame still eludes San Quinn despite a solid track record that would make any player proud. Hopefully “Knock It Out” will encourage some to discover the man’s work. Unlike some of his contemporaries, San Quinn really doesn’t need novelties or gimmicks to assert his talent. Sadly though, sometimes other people do.
--Tamara Palmer
Sub Pop recording artists 'clipping.' brought their brand of noise-driven experimental hip hop to the closing night of 2016's San Francisco Electronic Music Fest this past Sunday. The packed Brava Theater hosted an initially seated crowd that ended the night jumping and dancing against the front of the stage. The trio performed a set focused on their recently released Sci-Fi Horror concept album, 'Splendor & Misery', then delved into their dancier and more aggressive back catalogue, and recent single 'Wriggle'.
Opening performances included local experimental electronic duo 'Tujurikkuja' and computer music artist 'Madalyn Merkey.'"
