Saturday, August 08, 2009

South Pathetic

New Conservatory Theatre2pm

Award winning new comic/actor Jim David plays himself and a dozen other characters in this hilarious one-man comedy about his misadventures…

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Toto La Momposina and Nation Beat

Sigmund Stern Grove2:00pm to 5:00pm

In Colombian culture, a cantadora is a revered teacher and healer. Toto La Momposina earned this title by actively working to preserve the traditions…

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San Jose Jazz Festival

San Jose JazzAll Day

Returning once again to San Jose on August 7th, 8th and 9th, 2009, the San Jose Jazz Festival promises its perfectly cultivated brand of entertainment…

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Jeong Im Yi: Reverent Memories

ArtZone 461 Gallery12-6 pm

ArtZone 461 Gallery is pleased to present in our main space new and recent works by Korean artist Jeong Im Yi. She describes her painting…

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Mel Brook's The Producers

Smithwick Theatre2pm

Multi-award winning Foothill Music Theatre presents the most highly awarded show in Broadway history, MEL BROOKS’ THE PRODUCERS, the musical,…

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Meditation

Downtown Yoga Shala7:15 - 8 PM

Meditation opens us up to a space beyond our thinking nature. When we practice regularly, it releases stress, quiets the mind and creates…

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Les Miserables: School Edition

Mountain View Center for the Performing Arts1pm

Watch Victor Hugo's novel of compassion and love come alive during the 19th century. Presented by the Peninsula Youth Theatre, directed by Elise…

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City Art's August Exhibition

City Art Cooperative Gallerynoon - 9 PM

City Art holds its third annual theme show based on images inspired by San Francisco -- and this means more than pictures of the Golden Gate…

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Shakespeare in the Park

Cupertino Memorial Park7:30pm

Shakespeare in the Park provides the opportunity for everyone to see high-quality, professional theater free of charge. This year, enjoy "The…

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Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. LibraryMon-Tue and Thu, 11am-6pm, Wed, 11am-8pm, Fri, 11am-5pm and Sat, 1-5pm.

Displays of original Beethoven manuscripts, first editions, a lock of the composer's hair, art and demonstrations of historical keyboards. Fifth…

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Richard Avedon: Photographs 1946-2004

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art10am - 4:30pm

Whether photographing politicians, artists, writers, fashion models, or movie stars, Richard Avedon revolutionized the genre of portraiture.…

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Sunday Yoga Classes

Downtown Yoga ShalaVarious Times

9-10:15 AM Community Yoga Vinyasa Flow class open to all. $8 cash only, donations accepted, free to members. Proceeds donated to a local…

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Wallworks

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)See Gallery Hours

When: Sat, Aug 1 – Sun, Oct 25, 2009 What: Wallworks YBCA presents Wallworks the highly anticipated curatorial debut of Betti-Sue…

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Samurai

Asian Art Museum10:00 am to 5:00 pm Evening hours Thursdays until 9:00 pm

The samurai culture and code of conduct, bushido, have long captivated the imaginations and aspirations of young and old in the Western world.…

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Pistahan

Yerba Buena Gardens11:00am-5:00pm

The 16th annual Pistahan features seven interactive cultural pavilions and two stages highlighting music, dance, art, crafts, cuisine, artifacts,…

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Greg Giraldo

San Jose Improv7pm

One might recognize Greg Giraldo from a number of Comedy Central stints or one of his numerous guest appearances on shows such as "Late Show…

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Not as a God, but as a God Might Be

Alphonse Berber Gallery12pm-7pm

Alphonse Berber Gallery is pleased to announce its new group exhibition, Not as a God, but as a God Might Be, opening July 31 at 6 pm, and running…

Hello, Folly! Revue

Amnesia8:00pm-1:00am

Starting with a cabaret-style variety show featuring The Bombshells (punk rock show girls), members of Stars and Garters, physical comedy by…

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Fabulous Fashionista Designer Sale

Fort Mason Center10am-4pm

Premier designer sample sale with fashions from major labels, including BCBG & Ella Moss. Admission Free

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Present Tense Biennial: Chinese Character

Chinese Culture CenterTues-Sat 10am-4pm; Sun 12-4pm

Opening reception: Sat. May 2, 1-4pm 31 contemporary artists from the Bay Area & beyond interrogate the phenomenon that is modern Chinese…

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