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.
It's not often that you get to show off your cutting-board collection, but when and if that opportunity arises, you better have something cool to bring to the table.
District 8 Supervisor Scott Wiener announced his candidacy for state senate this morning, thus turbocharging one of the city’s busiest but most divisive political careers.
Wiener’s advocacy of increased transit funding has endeared him to many voters — and this month’s 22 day Muni challenge, which Wiener aced with 106 rides, only solidified his bona fides on that issue. But his ban on public nudity, calls for an expanded SFPD, and perceived policing of Dolores Park have alienated other voters.
Wiener is seeking the District 11 seat currently held by Senator Mark Leno (who has endorsed Wiener to succeed him). In a press release issued today, Wiener offered a bird’s eye view of his platform: “I will fight for better and more reliable transportation, more housing for people of all income levels, improved open space and parks, innovative approaches to our very real environmental challenges, and broad access to affordable, quality health care and public education.”
Per his press release, Wiener has already racked up a who’s who of endorsements: Lt. Governor Gavin Newsom, Attorney General Kamala Harris, Assemblyman David Chiu, City Attorney Dennis Herrera, District Attorney George Gascon, and Supervisors London Breed, Julia Christensen, Mark Farrell, and Katy Tang. Airbnb’s global head of hospitality, Chip Conley, has also endorsed Wiener.
Wiener rolled out a campaign video this morning as well. In it, he mentioned that he’s rode Muni nearly every day for 20 years, and, of course, touched on the causes he’s most passionate about, including transit, housing, and park litter. He also revisited his September 2014 announcement that he’s on PrEP, an anti-HIV medication. (A bit of unfortunate editing in the video has community activist Genevieve Jopanda asserting that Wiener isn’t one to seek attention or “peacock around,” a statement that follows screenshots of Wiener press coverage in The New York Times, KQED, and The Guardian.)
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.'"
