Jam out, eat caviar, and feed the sharks in SF this week.
Monday, July 17: Get a Haircut @ Jack Daniel's Lynchburg General Store
When: 11am to 7pm
Where: 930 Alabama St. (Mission), jackdaniels.com
Why: This week only, Jack Daniel's is popping up in the Mission with a General Store serving up live DJs, a whiskey sensory bar, Southern comfort food, 7-cent candy, demos from San Francisco makers and $5 haircuts. Kick off the work week with a fresh look and a free sweet tea.
Tuesday, July 18: Toast National Caviar Day @ Wingtip
When: 6-8pm
Where: 550 Montgomery St. (FiDi), wingtip.com
Why: Embrace the finer things. The Club at Wingtip will host The Caviar Co. and guests for unlimited caviar and your pairing of choice—whether Champagne, vodka or whiskey. Tickets are $150 on Eventbrite.
Wednesday, July 19: Listen @ SF Botanical Gardens
When: 4-6pm
Where: 1199 9th Ave. (Golden Gate Park), sfbotanicalgarden.org
Why: Arrive early for a choice spot to hear MFA students from Ruth Asawa San Francisco School of the Arts tickle the ivories in the Grand Meadow. Attendance is gratis.
Thursday, July 20: Laugh @ Public Works
When: 7:30-9:30pm
Where: 161 Erie St. (Mission), speechlesslive.com
Why: Fall out of your chair as SF comedians and public figures deliver visual presentations with zero knowledge of the slides or even the topic at this improvisational competition. The Wall Street Journal called it "comedic gold." Tickets ($13-$75) at Eventbrite.
Friday, July 21: Grab Some Sneakers @ The SF Marathon Expo
When: Noon to 7pm
Where: 2 Marina Blvd. (Marina), thesfmarathon.com
Why: Not quite ready to tackle the 26.2-mile route on Sunday? Start prepping for next year with great deals on running gear and talks on nutrition, endurance racing, and more. (The expo is also open Sat. July 22nd, 9am to 5pm.)
Saturday, July 22: Get Zen @ Baker Beach
When: 8-11am
Where: Along Gibson St. (Baker Beach), eventbrite.com
Why: Welcome the weekend with a good hike and calming yoga atop the wind-swept cliffs of Lands End. Purchase advance tickets ($30) at Eventbrite.
Sunday: Befriend a Shark @ Aquarium of the Bay
When: 9am to 8pm
Where: The Embarcadero at Beach Street (Embarcadero), aquariumofthebay.org
Why: Don't just watch Shark Week on TV; experience it with hands-on activities, presentations, feedings, and more. Tickets are between $15 and $25, and can be purchased online or at the door.
