Fielder returns—and SF public bank moves forward
Plus: Dyke March shrinks but roars, Oakland's melodramatic AroMa, new novel grapples with truth after 9/11
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HARVEY MILK CLUB JOINS 48 HILLS FOR OUR ANNUAL FREE PRIDE PARTY, WED/24!
You demanded it, now it's time to squeal for joy! Our annual Pullin' Pork for Pride fundraiser returns to the Castro, now at the Lookout bar, Wed/24, 6pm-10pm. Join the 48 Hills team + Harvey Milk Democratic Club to celebrate Pride. DJ Bus Station John plays cruising disco classics, plus the Lookout's prepared a special pulled pork (and veggie) menu! Drag artists, Jello shots, special guests, more.
IT'S FREE!
Win a free ticket to see the 'Hunky Jesus' doc at Frameline Film Fest this Friday
The annual wild, fabulously controversial SF Easter tradition finally gets its close-up at Castro Theater, and 48 Hills is presenting it. Here's how to enter.
Today's headlines:
Fielder returns, and public bank plan moves toward November ballot
By Tim Redmond
A groundbreaking concept in local finance could begin operations after a Charter Amendment that—so far—has little visible opposition.
Dyke March rally shrinks—but still roars
By Marke B.
Pride Saturday gathering moves out of Dolores Park and onto street to cut down on expenses, but there'll be radical politics aplenty.
Melodramatic and defiantly eclectic, Oakland’s AroMa whips up sonic tornadoes
By Leah Isobel
'I’m gonna kick the door down, you know what I’m saying? Here’s every genre! Here’s every sound!'
New novel ‘Midnight, at the War’ grapples with journalistic truth after 9/11
By Lou Fancher
Devi S. Laskar's latest sweeps its reporter-protagonist across the world and deep into thorny, resonant questions.
This week, the public gets to weigh in on the brutal Lurie budget cuts
By Tim Redmond
Plus: Charter amendments for housing, a public bank, and more mayoral power. That's The Agenda for June 22-28
In case you missed it:
Esteban Samayoa’s art reflects deep love for—and survival of—East Bay community
Wiener starts November race by attacking Chan, setting the tone for what could be a nasty five months
Bay Area firefighters hit sunny streets for stickball Olympics
CELEBRATE PRIDE AND RAISE FUNDS FOR QUEER HISTORY WITH JUANITA MORE!
Drag goddess Juanita More's infamous Pride party is back with a stacked roster of DJ and drag talent that will have you shooting rainbows all over the dance floor. Join 48 Hills and hundreds of fabulous people, Sun/28 at Jones, noon-7pm.
EL RIO'S PATIO IS LIT FOR PRIDE
Pride weekend at El Rio has everything you need to feel true community and spirit! Three huge parties will keep you dancing and dragging on our gorgeous patio all Pride weekend, but don't forget to stop by any time for a shot of queer love in the Mission. Consistently voted Best of the Bay, always a good time.
DIVE INTO THE 46TH SAN FRANCISCO JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL, JULY 16-AUGUST 2
Festival passes and individual screening tickets are now available for a rich tapestry of films from across the Jewish diaspora—including here in SF! Save 20% on Castro and Next Wave ticket packages using code 48HILLSSFJFF46
YERBA BUENA GARDENS FESTIVAL SEASON IS HERE
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival is back with 100+ free outdoor shows in downtown SF. With free music concerts, dance events, circus, kids’ shows, and more, YBG Festival is the place for picnics and summertime vibes.
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