Manny's out—how about some accountability for his boosters?
Plus: The political lies continue, Steph Curry's new menu, Australian post-punk's wiggy years, more
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VOTING EXTENDED THROUGH MON/5!
Best Burrito? Best Street Fair? Best Drag Show? Best Date Restaurant? Best Shoe Store? Best Dive Bar? Vote in our 52nd annual Best of the Bay Readers' Poll and tell us what you love!
RUN FOR YOUR LIFE AT TERROR VAULT: SLASHED
The latest immersive horror experience from diabolical creators Peaches Christ and Michael Flowers takes over the San Francisco Mint with a tale inspired by '80s slashers! October 1-November 7
OCTOBER KICKS OFF WITH A 'HAG-STRAVAGANZA'
Join us for a rare screening of Joan Crawford starring in William Castle's Strait-Jacket (1964) hosted by DJ Dank and Valentine. Drag performances by Katya Smirnoff-Skye, Thee Pristine Condition, and Lucy Borden, a Crawford costume contest, Joan trivia, and a Joan To The Bone video tribute. October 2, sponsored by Sunset Connect.
Today's headlines:
Yekutiel drops out of D8 race after new sexual assault allegations
By Tim Redmond
With endorsements gone and support crumbling, front runner had to drop out—but what about his supporters who ignored earlier accusation?
Join us at Litquake’s free Out Loud + huge Book Fair this Sunday at Yerba Buena Gardens!
By Marke B.
Dozens of local publishers, poets, writers, and thinkers come together to uplift LGBTQ+ and BIPOC Bay Area writers in the sunshine.
Political lies, part II
By Tim Redmond
The false information and bizarre red-baiting around election issues continues, thanks to Lurie's allies.
Under the Stars: Dive into the wiggy world of Australian post-punk
By John-Paul Shiver
Plus: Octo Octa + Eris Drew = alchemical rave, gyrofield has 'Great Jobs,' Slug Beat gets modal... new releases for you
Good Taste: Steph Curry’s new menu has game
By Tamara Palmer
The Eighth Rule’s new à la carte food options start at $15 per person, and open up the swanky Union Square bourbon bar's palate.
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YOU'VE NEVER SEEN—OR HEARD—'LEAR' LIKE THIS
Michael Socrates Moran directs a bold new production of William Shakespeare’s epic tragedy King Lear, featuring a cast of 30 and live music composed by Paul Dresher. September 25—October 11 at Z Space!
JOIN US FOR ANOTHER SEISMIC LITQUAKE
Litquake, San Francisco's literary festival, is back from October 8–24. Presenting 80+ events across the Bay Area, from readings and performances to panels and workshops. More than 75% of events are FREE to attend.
COME CELEBRATE 3RD i'S 24TH ANNIVERSARY
The annual SF International South Asian Film Festival — "Beyond Bollywood" will present award-winning films from India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, France, South Africa, the UK, and the USA. From dark comedy to riveting drama, and from heartwarming social satire to unique documentaries, 3rd i offers groundbreaking cinema from South Asia and its Diaspora, with festival guests!
