Another promising weekend beckons, and we’ve got plenty of ideas to make the most of it, from great shows and concerts to two day trips that you’ll not soon forget.
And while COVID protocols are loosening, the situation remains fluid from venue to venue; if you’re headed out to a show or a meal, be sure to check the venue or restaurant website for the latest updates before you go.
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1. SEE & HEAR: A slack-key guitar wizard, and more
Slack-key guitar is of course associated with Hawaii, but one of the best players in the world lives right here in the Bay Area. His name is Patrick Lendaza and you can watch him and his two sons play this weekend. The show is part of our roundup of great stuff to see on Bay Area stages this weekend.
2. SEE: A revered Bay Area dance company
The talented and adventurous Alonzo King LINES Ballet is celebrating its 40th anniversary, and the fun includes a brand new work you can catch beginning this weekend.
3 PLAY: See the real Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz is a lot more than a hippie haven with a boardwalk. Let us be your guide for a fun destination that also boasts with great food, museums and shopping. And don’t forget to check out the amazing 19 “Sea Walls” murals.
4. COOK & EAT: Braised leeks deliciousness
Feel like a mouth-watering meatless dinner? How about a Spanish delicacy: braised leeks with creamy labneh and crunchy marcona almonds? Here’s how to make it.
5. WATCH: One of the best and most relevant films this year so far
“Happening” is set in 1960s France, yet with Roe v. Wade in the news, it feels utterly topical. It tops our list of new films and shows you should know about.
6. PLAY: Visit the Rosie the Riveter museum
The Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front National Historical Park is a fascinating place to visit. And getting there on bicycle adds to the fun. By the way, this excursion was inspired by our Bay Area Bucket List series. Here’s how you can suggest other trips for us to write about.
7. PLAY: Have a crazy-fun adventure with Tiny Tina
The excellent video game “Tiny Tina’s Wonderlands” starts off like a retro blast and goes places that are unexpected. Here’s our take on the game.
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