February may be winding down, but the events are heating up!
Dress Like FLOTUS
M2057, a New Line By Mario Pinto
What: Calling all fashionistas: Maria Pinto is coming to SF. The Chicago-based designer has dressed everyone from First Lady Michelle Obama to Oprah and even the characters on Empire. Yet despite her global audience, Pinto chose San Francisco to debut her newest line, M2057—made up of amazing Italian fabrics that combine classic silhouettes with contemporary edge. She'll be hosting a week-long pop-up (her first, ever) at the Digital Garage next week. Sip on bubbly while hearing Maria talk, and even get a personal consultation from the lady herself. What are you waiting for? RSVP now!
When: February 23rd - March 1st
Where: The Digital Garage (717 Market St, between 3rd and 4th Street)
Shake It Off
Next Wave Choreographers Showcase
What: The Black Choreographers festival is presenting "Next Wave Choreographers Showcase: New Voices, New Works" this weekend, which celebrates the diversity within African and African-American dance expression. This showcase in particular stands out as the dancers will attempt to tackle what the "Black Lives Matter" movement means to them. Tickets are between $10 and $30—grab them now to check out these powerful performances.
When: February 20th-21st, 7:30pm
Where: Dance Mission Theater (3316 24th Street)
The "F" Word
What: The fierce and frank Fauxnique is back! The first cis woman to win a major drag pageant is back on stage to talk about that dreaded F-word: Feminism. Featuring some favorite sketches combined with fresh material, check out the lady dominating the male-dominated world of drag. Tickets start at $20 ($25 at the door).
When: February 17th - February 21st, 7pm
Where: Oasis Nightclub and Cabaret (298 11th Street)
The bar at Alfred's Steakhouse in FiDi has undergone a makeover, and it ready to show its fresh new facade this weekend. (photo by Garrick Ramirez)
Alfred's Back!
What: For once we're not saying goodbye to a beloved San Francisco establishment. Under chef Charlie Parker's tutelage, Alfred's Steakhouse will be re-opening it's doors this weekend. The popular restaurant was purchased by the Daniel Patterson Group (Coi, Haven) in 2015, and after a little TLC, this 88-year-old local favorite is refreshed and ready to kick off another golden century.
When: Opens February 18th
Where: Alfred's Steakhouse (659 Merchant Street) Make a reservation here or call 415-781-7058.
Calling All Curly Girls
What: San Francisco's premier curly-girl hair salon, Madusalon, has teamed up with JCCSF to dedicate an evening to all things curly. The salon's founder, Marie FCesar will be discussing everything pertaining to curls, whether it's the political or personal. Join the discussion and figure out just what curls mean to you. (Psst: show up early and watch curly cuts by professional stylists from Madusalon. If you register, you can win a giant basket of Deva products, along with a cut from Marie FCesar herself!)
When: February 22nd, 7pm (6pm for the curly cuts)
Where: Jewish Community Center of San Francisco (3200 California Street) Advance reservation is required, so email JCCSF, or call 415-292-1233.
Basketball Meets Fine Art
What: Have a deep love for the NBA and an appreciation for fine art, but never figured out how to combine the two? Fret no more. Era Art Bar is hosting an event to benefit the Golden Gate Warriors Community Foundation, and all proceeds will go to some fantastic causes throughout the Bay Area. DJ DCisChillin will be spinning while you sip on a delicious cocktail and check out the work of artists from around the globe. Come for the art opening, stay for the Warriors Watch Party that kicks off at 5:30pm. Best of all? No cover charge.
When: February 20th, 4pm to 9pm
Where: Era Art Bar and Lounge (19 Grand Ave, Oakland)
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