Great films serve as a catalyst for asking questions about our lives. This eclectic series (see upcoming dates below) is intended to provide a space to explore those big questions with others, not to answer them but to expand the search. 🎥 Film: Perfect Days Director: Wim Wenders, 2023 As a conscientious public toilet cleaner […]
Join us for a vibrant celebration of flamenco as Theatre Flamenco of San Francisco takes the stage! This electrifying showcase "A compas Flamenco" features passionate dancers, dynamic choreographies, and live music, bringing the beauty and energy of flamenco to life. Whether you're cheering on a loved one or simply enjoying the artistry, your support makes […]
For 44 years, Morocco was a protectorate of France, creating a pathway for Moroccan cuisine to be introduced and popularized in France. Inspired by this connection, Zoe created this class for cooks looking to expand their spice palette and explore the cross-cultural flavors of the Mediterranean! We’ll begin with zaalouk, a silky eggplant and tomato […]
Join us on a journey of self-discovery and collective empowerment in SEEDS’ newest evening-length production, Breaking Ground! Breaking Ground brings SEEDS to center stage in a dynamic celebration of creativity, community, and movement. Under the direction of Jenelle Gaerlan and Rama Mahesh Hall, these young artists fuse power, precision, and purpose to push boundaries and […]
Savor the thrill of the unexpected in Jacklean (Jacklean). Governed by play and collaborative improvisation, New York powerhouse choreographer and dancer Mariana Valencia’s improvised gestures are prompted by transmissions from Jazmin Romero’s vocal and instrumental repertoire of cumbia, punk, jazz, and electronic music. Can an everlasting process frame a final performance Choreographer and dancer Mariana […]
Mary Lou Williams was a Pittsburgh-raised jazz pianist and composer who would go on to become one of the most influential jazz musicians of all time, writing music for Andy Kirk in Kansas City and later Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman, as well as informally instructing jazz greats such as Dizzy Gillespie and Thelonious Monk. […]
Sean Healy Presents Tomboy LIVE at Brick & Mortar (San Francisco, CA) May 3, 2026 8:00 pm PDT (Doors: 7:00 pm ) Brick and Mortar Music Hall , 1710 Mission Street , San Francisco, CA (map) $26.74
In this quick, concise class, students will learn to cook, smoke, pickle, shave and devour every kind of beet imaginable. If you’re a beet lover already, allow us to add new depth to your devotion. If you’re a beet skeptic, allow us to win you over! For Chef Gracie, the humble beet feels like an […]
Join us at Manny’s for a live California Gubernatorial Primary Debate watch party, followed by an expert panel discussion! We will be screening the debate in the living room, creating a space to gather, watch, and stay informed with others. Whether you are following the race closely or just want to tune in, this is […]
In May 2026, the Woodchopper’s Ball is offering monthly class series in LINDY HOP and BALBOA. All May 2026 monthly class series run on Tuesdays for 4 weeks: May 5, 12, 19, and 26. Check the class descriptions and schedule below to decide which class series to take. By registering in advance (by Sunday, May […]
NICK ROSSI SWING SIX: Swing rhythm guitarist Nick Rossi, who can often be seen and heard playing throughout the Bay Area and beyond with other bands, brings his own all-star group to play hard-driving 1930's-1940's small group swing, perfect for both Lindy Hop and Balboa. Enjoy this wonderful band on a spacious hardwood floor with […]
Join Chef Helena for a class on the basics of using your chef's knife at home. We will discuss the ins and outs of knife use, care, honing, and safety. […]
