Gerald Edwards III, Investigation into the Disruption of Power,
 It All Came From the Same Place, 2007

Want a stimulating alternative to the average night out? Then cruise over to these Hot List-approved art happenings.

“Heads” by Matt Furie on Thursday, April 10
Join SF-based illustrator Matt Furie, who’s best known for his quirky pop-culture referencing animalistic drawings, when he presents his new work at a solo show at the Adobe Books Gallery.

Adobe Books Gallery 3166 16th St., 415-864-3936
The event begins at 7 p.m.

Grand Re-Opening of Venus Superstar + Art Show on Friday, April 11
This boutique, formerly situated in the Tendernob, has been a favorite of discerning SF fashionistas who troll the racks for independent designer duds and one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces. Joining the NoPa craze, Venus Superstar has made the move to the new SF hot spot, and to celebrate the shop is throwing a party and art show featuring the work of Kylea Borges.

Venus Superstar 352 Divisadero St.
Opening party from 7-10 p.m.

“Psymulation: Reenactments of the Present” Closing Reception
Catch the closing night of this engaging group exhibit that confronts media coverage in a post-911 world where the lines between fact and fiction are almost indistinguishable. Besides a last look at the exhibit, this closing night event will also feature a lecture, a new sound installation, a science-fiction reading and a slideshow of photos anonymously mailed to the gallery.

Hamburger Eyes Photo Epicenter 26 Lilac St.
The closing night party is from 6-9 p.m.