Posts Tagged ‘zeum’

Overnight Eclipse Sleepover

No, you won’t be able to view the total solar eclipse in our half of the hemisphere. But if you bring PJs and a sleeping bag to this overnight party, you can view a live simulcast, meet astronomers, learn about the solar system, and sleep with other star fans.

When: Thu., 7/31, 9pm-6am; Ages 4+; $11-16.

Where: Exploratorium at the Palace of Fine Arts, 3601 Lyon St., 415-563-7337, www.exploratorium.edu.

Friends of the San Francisco Library $1 Book Sale

Pick up the chaff of the SF Library when this bargain book sale takes place on the steps of the Civic Center Main Library. Books for adults, kids, teens — don’t miss your chance to own a book with a dust jacket!

When: Fri., 8/1, 11am-2pm; All ages; Free.

Where: Main Library, 100 Larkin Street (at Grove Street), San Francisco, friendsandfoundation.org.

Summer Garden Fair

Take a stroll through the gardens with gardening experts, who’ll give onlookers a tour of a thriving bee colony and other natural wonders. Representatives from local gardening societies will be recruiting, and plants and gardening accessories will be on sale. And it’s just a nice place to walk around, in any weather.

When: Sat., 8/2, 10am-3pm; All ages; Free.

Where: Botanical Garden at Strybing Arboretum, 9th Avenue (at Lincoln Way) in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco, 415-661-1316, sfbotanicalgarden.org.

UrumaDelvi Animation Festival

Bring your anime fans to Zeum, where the famed husband-and-wife animation team UrumaDelvi have an installation of their anime cells and some of their more than 400 anime shorts. While you’re at Zeum, don’t forget to make your own claymation and ride the historic carousel.

When: Ongoing daily Tue.-Sun. through 8/10; 11am-5pm; Age 7+; Free with admission (Free-$10).

Where: Zeum, 221 Fourth Street (at Howard Street), San Francisco, 415-820-3320, zeum.org.

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Film Night in the Park: The Wizard of Oz

Watch the children’s classic on a blanket under the stars. Dress warmly and watch for flying monkeys in the trees.

When: Sat., 5/17, 8pm; All ages; Free ($3-6 donation encouraged).
Where: Dolores Park, 18th St. (at Dolores St.), San Francisco, 415-453-4333, filmnight.org.

Lollipop Family Fun Run

Make the whole family sweat at this kid-friendly 1-mile or 5K run. There’s a party at the finish line featuring a DJ, scavenger hunt and face-painting, and all participants get a T-shirt and goodie bag. Strollers are welcome, and all proceeds benefit Girls on the Run running club.

When: Sat., 4/17, Registration begins at 9am, runs begin at 10am; All ages; $15-30.

Where: Meet in front of the De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive (at JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park), San Francisco, 415-831-2700 or 415-863-8942, gotrbayarea.org.
Young at Art: SFUSD Art Festival Family Day

Celebrate budding young artists at this annual festival where thousands of K-12 kids display their visual or performance art. Admission to the de Young is free today, with performances from young dancers and actors at noon and 1pm.

When: Sat., 5/17, 9:30am-5pm (festival continues through May 25); All ages; Free.

Where: De Young Museum, 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive (at JFK Drive in Golden Gate Park), San Francisco, 415-863-3330, youngatartsf.com.

Zany Patterns: Quilting With a Twist

A teenage quilter shows kids aged 6-12 how to make paper quilts, a great way to experiment with color, form, and design.

When: Sat., 4/17, 2pm; Age 6-12; Free with museum admission, free-$8.

Where: Zeum, 221 Fourth St. (at Howard), San Francisco, 415-820-3320, zeum.org.