Diplo put the rave in fitness on the Embarcadero — but no LSD
Whether you sprinted, walked, or danced across the finish line, it was a memorable day in San Francisco.
Diplo showed us Sunday that being healthy and partying are not mutually exclusive and, in fact, may be even better when you do them together.
I guess we expected something a little wilder — the DJ famously added several drops of LSD to his water before running the LA Marathon last year. So the run could have been Bay to Breakers-flavored, with costumed white rabbits and nudists running around. Instead it was more like ravers who were into a healthy BMI alongside their dance party.
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Toro y Moi’s Ocean Beach cleanup keeps Outer Sunset tidy with jams
While Taraval’s occupants wait for the L train’s return and the war for the Great Highway wages on, music and community collided on Sunday at the Ocean Beach “Hole Erth” clean-up hosted by Toro y Moi and local Outer Sunset businesses.
Besides the standard tour of concerts and parties, Chaz and his team continue to focus on making a big impact with small causes, as they were the ones to reach out to Andytown and Tunnel Records for the day’s events. Andytown provided the caffeine, Tunnel Records set up the equipment, and Toro y Moi provided the tunes — plus some band-branded grabber sticks and bandanas.
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We survived the Twisters 4DX double feature at Stonestown Galleria
Forget surviving tornadoes — try stomaching five hours of 4DX. Watching Twister and Twisters back-to-back at Stonestown Galleria was less about the movies and more about keeping our drinks from flying out of the cupholders. And that’s only when we weren’t worried about getting launched out of our seats.
If you haven’t experienced 4DX yet: imagine your seat perched on a hydraulic rig, shaking with every car door slam, airplane arrival and cyclone alike, as air gusts around you, mist sprays your face, and strobe lights flash to simulate lightning. It’s an uneven experience between something like a James Bond film and Twister, where the latter is actually about the frigid air, wind, and rain needed to create an atmospheric event. I didn’t consider this when donning a rainbow tee and light sequin bomber.
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Vintage finds and tasty bites steal the show at West Coast Craft
Sunshine, craft goods, and a cold pint — that’s how Fort Mason does summer.
San Francisco may be infamous for its high rent and the ever-looming threat of a headline proclaiming the city’s inevitable doom — but let’s get one thing straight: this city still does good things for creators. West Coast Craft’s one-day fest on August 24th was a reminder that San Francisco is still the place to sell (and buy) handmade goods, even if your landlord is charging you a small fortune.
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What we’re doing this week
San Francisco Dance Film Festival is hosting a screening of Sony Pictures' Center Stage. It's an evening dedicated to celebrating this influential dance film, along with some fundraising.
After the screening, Tony Bravo from the San Francisco Chronicle will lead a Q&A with Center Stage star Amanda Schull and host Lady Camden. Schull will share her story of transitioning from the San Francisco Ballet to Hollywood and how the film opened doors for others like Save the Last Dance, Step Up, and Black Swan.
WHEN: September 13, 2024, at 8:00 PM with a VIP event at 6 p.m.
WHERE: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco
Flower Piano in SF Botanical Garden
Flower Piano kicks off Friday the 13th at the San Francisco Botanical Garden in Golden Gate Park, and it features a dozen pianos placed throughout the garden for visitors to play and enjoy from 9 AM to 6 PM daily. There will also be scheduled performances during the event. Additionally, a special opening night celebration will be held on September 12 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM, featuring live music from Alejandro Del Valle and Orquesta La Moderna Tradición. It’s free for SF residents, and other admission prices for non-residents range from $3 to $18, depending on age, with family tickets available.
WHEN: September 13-22, 2024 from 9 AM to 6 PM daily
WHERE: 1199 9th Ave, San Francisco, CA
Disco for Democracy
Featuring 360-degree DJ sets from Austin Millz and David Harness, as well as rooftop roller skating, “Disco for Democracy” promises to blend entertainment with activism. Funds raised will be used for canvassing efforts, including busing volunteers to Reno, covering motel stays, and providing meals for those participating in door-knocking efforts. In addition, funds will help with phone banks and letters to Nevada voters during the campaign's final push.
Though it's a fundraiser, the event retains a fun and engaging atmosphere, with tickets starting around $22, and roller-skating options available for a higher price
WHEN: Thursday, September 12, 2024, from 6 PM to 11 PM
WHERE: SVN West, 10 South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
Also coming up: Party for the Parks 2024
Get ready for a glitzy night of cocktails, great views, and a solid cause with Party for the Parks on September 21, 2024, at China Basin Park. Sip a cool drink while looking out over Oracle Park and the Bay—no better backdrop for a picnic-style dinner and a bit of dancing. The event runs from 6 to 10 PM, so you'll have plenty of time to soak it all in without feeling rushed.
What makes it even better is that every ticket supports the San Francisco Parks Alliance, a nonprofit working to keep the city’s parks and public spaces vibrant. Whether it’s building new playgrounds or putting on free outdoor events, they’re behind a lot of what makes SF’s parks great.
WHEN: Sept. 21 from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.
WHERE: 1 China Basin Park, San Francisco, California 94107
What’s on our mind
We keep content mostly fun and light at The Bold Italic, but the future of the Bay Area interests us, too. Here’s what we are thinking about in local news. Brought to you by GrowSF.
Mayor Breed pushes for four new downtown party zones
San Francisco could be getting even more boozy by the end of the year, with Mayor London Breed proposing four new entertainment zones downtown. Spots like Thrive City and Mid-Market are about to become the go-to places for outdoor drinks and events, building on the buzz already happening at Front Street’s party strip. SF never really left, but this feels like a big part of the city’s comeback.
There’s some red tape to work through, as always, but if these zones get the green light, we’re talking Warriors watch parties, art walks, and more. It’s just another way SF is proving it’s as vibrant as ever. There’s even talk of expanding the program further—because why stop now when SF is just getting started?
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