On Labor Day weekend, the quaintly picturesque seaside city of Sausalito becomes the backdrop for a world-class group of artists displaying their arts and crafts at the annual Sausalito Art Festival. Join the over million people who have come to this harbor town to take in the scenery. Over 20,000 original works of art will be on display, along with the beautiful view of the Bay.
Published: August, 2005
FESTIVALS
"Everyone loves a parade"
SAUSALITO ART FESTIVAL
Sausalito
Sept. 3-5
On Labor Day weekend, the quaintly picturesque seaside city of Sausalito becomes the backdrop for a world-class group of artists displaying their arts and crafts at the annual Sausalito Art Festival. Join the over million people who have come to this harbor town to take in the scenery. Over 20,000 original works of art will be on display, along with the beautiful view of the Bay. Information: (415) 331-3757, www.sausalitoartfestival.org
ART & SOUL FESTIVAL
Oakland
Sept. 3-5
The heart of Oakland beats to the drum of diversity and talent. It can boast of its wealth of artists, world-famous musicians, and a rich history all its own. At this year’s festival, downtown Oakland comes alive as national and local musicians, filmmakers and artists display their talent on the sunny side of the Bay. Information: www.artandsouloakland.com
YERBA BUENA
GARDENS FESTIVAL
San Francisco
Sept. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 (12-1:30 p.m.)
Whether you’re working downtown or have the day off, the live outdoor concerts at Yerba Buena Gardens is a great place to be, midday. Fresh air and a space to sit on the grass is free, but you may want to bring your lunch. Information: (415) 543-1718, www.ybgf.org
AUTUMN MOON FESTIVAL
San Francisco
Sept. 10-11
Lions and dragons and Chang O, the immortal moon goddess. The Moon Festival is a thousand-year-old celebration of abundance, the summer harvest, and the spirit of gratitude. This year is the 15th anniversary of the San Francisco celebration. It beginas with a parade starting at 11 a.m. on Saturday, at California and Grant streets. Information: www.moonfestival.org
HOW BERKELEY CAN YOU BE?
Berkeley
Sept. 25
If you appreciate being a kid, or think yourself "odd but smart" then this may be the place to find more people like you. Art car parades, live music, non-profits, adults and children come together in the infamous, eclectic city of Berkeley to eat, drink and play. Information: (510) 644-2204, www.howberkeleycanyoube.com
LOVEPARADE 2005
San Francisco
Sept. 27
Please see feature on page 24
FILM & THEATRE
"To be (outside), or not to be."
SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK
San Francisco
Presidio Main Post
"Much Ado About Nothing"
Sept. 3-24 (7:30 p.m.)
Sun/Labor Day (2:30 p.m.)
This year’s stage is at the Presidio Main Post. Shows are free. Bring a blanket and a picnic or a LOW concert / beach seat. Information: (415) 558-0888 / (800) 978-PLAY, www.sfshakes.org
OLD OAKLAND
OUTDOOR CINEMA
Oakland
"Station Agent"
Sept. 17
Oakland Outdoor Cinema is summertime, monthly, outdoor, free event. Limited seating is available; filmgoers are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Film begins at sunset. Free parking is available at 8th and Washington streets. Old Oakland is just one block away from the 12th Street/City Center BART station. Information: (510) 238-4734, www.filmoakland.com
THE ALAMEDA
CIVIC LIGHT OPERA
Alameda
Kofman Auditorium
"Damn Yankees"
Sept. 3, 9, 10, 16, 17 (8 p.m.)
Sept. 4, 11, 18 (2 p.m.)
The Alameda Civic Light Opera’s 50th anniversary production of the Tony-winning Faustian baseball saga. Directed by Jeff Teague, featuring Robert Lopez, Donna Rapa Olsen and Bruce Steele. Advance tickets are $30 (adult), $26 (juniors/seniors). Information: ACLO Box Office, (510) 864-2256, www.aclo.com.
SPORTS
"The boys of summer"
SF GIANTS
Home: September 8-18, 30
Three reasons to see a game at SBC Park: The "posh" fans get noisy; Players’ theme songs; Doughnuts and beer, yum!
OAKLAND A’s
Home: September 2-7, 19-29
Three reasons to see a game at McAfee Stadium: The BART ride with the A’s fans; the weather; "Walk-off homers."
