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Activists Creators and Artist Get Together

Activists Creators and Artist Get Together

Sat, Mar 7, 11:30 PM
From Activist, Crafters, Creators and Artists Collaborative

Connect with other activists, creators and artists for an afternoon to make art, craft and share in our activism. Whether you're a crafter, artists or want to learn this event is a welcoming space to connect heal and support one another. Bring your joy expression any medium or come to learn. Feel free to bring projects you’re working on like junk journal, collage, zines, knitting, writing, painting, drawing, video editing, photo editing and music. The goals is to connect with others and get inspired. We will have a sharing table of supplies I’ll bring some and open for others to bring crafting or art supplies they’d like to share/declutter. No need to bring anything if you don’t have something and you can also try something new with art materials we will have. Let's craft, create, and connect with like-minded individuals who share a love for social change and community.

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Cheaper Than Therapy, Stand-up Comedy, Shelton Theater, Union Square, SF

Cheaper Than Therapy, Stand-up Comedy, Shelton Theater, Union Square, SF

Fri, Mar 6, 3:45 AM
From I Wanna Do It But Not Alone
4.7

Let's have fun thursday night together! I hope this is very funny! At least the name is funny already! [Cheaper Than Therapy](http://cttcomedy.com/?utm_source=eventbrite&utm_medium=eventdescription&utm_content=sun) offers a healthy dose of live stand-up comedy. Located in San Francisco's historic [Shelton Theater](http://sheltontheater.org/?utm_source=cttcomedy&utm_medium=eventbrite) in the heart of Union Square, Cheaper Than Therapy is convenient to get to, whether you live in the Bay Area or are just visiting. Check out the reviews on [Yelp](http://www.yelp.com/biz/cheaper-than-therapy-san-francisco), [Google](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Cheaper+Than+Therapy/@37.7889145,-122.4113228,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m7!3m6!1s0x0:0x78bbc2b81aba94a2!8m2!3d37.7889145!4d-122.4091341!9m1!1b1), and [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/cttcomedy). ## About the show Each show features five to six hand-picked, experienced comedians and an occasional guest drop-in. Please arrive at the theater by 7:45pm to check in with the box office. The bar opens at 7pm, and the show starts at 8pm. **Last seating** is at 8:20pm. The theater has a full bar with no drink minimum. Come early for craft drinks and great seats! The show will end by 9:30pm. . Please check the FAQ [here](https://cttcomedy.com/) and to buy tickets go[ ](https://tickets.cttcomedy.com/events)https://tickets.cttcomedy.com/events/2238/Cheaper-Than-Therapy-Stand-up-Comedy-Thu-Jan-15 Hope see you there!

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Safe & Healthy Haight Cleanup

Safe & Healthy Haight Cleanup

Sun, Mar 1, 6:00 PM
From Refuse Refuse - San Francisco Cleanups
4.7

In-person neighborhood cleanup for local volunteers; aims to remove litter in the area.

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Free Fun Open Mic (Music, Comedies, Poetry, etc)

Free Fun Open Mic (Music, Comedies, Poetry, etc)

Tue, Feb 17, 3:30 AM
From Discover Bay Area Free Fun Awesome Event Group
4.3

Open mic for Bay Area performers (music, comedy, poetry, etc.) of all levels to share their work with an audience and meet fellow creatives.

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🎬  🐕  The 10th Annual NY Dog Film Festival -- Opera Plaza Theater

🎬  🐕  The 10th Annual NY Dog Film Festival -- Opera Plaza Theater

Thu, Feb 26, 2:15 AM
From SF Fun and Active Seniors Over 50 -- music, art, film & more
4.8

🎬 🐕 **The 10th Annual NY Dog Film Festival -- Opera Plaza Theater** 🔆 **The NY Dog Film Festival** is an annual philanthropic celebration of the love between dogs and their people. The festival's short films are heartwarming, funny, and inspiring, and when you buy a ticket, you’re also helping dogs in need -- the proceeds support Muttville. The 15 films in the 10th Annual Dog Film Festival were chosen from 64 submissions from the United States as well as Australia, Canada, China, Egypt, Germany, Mexico, Morocco, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, South Africa, Switzerland and the UK. We continue a decade of celebrating the relationship between people and dogs in short films that will take you on a roller-coaster ride of emotions. In particular, there are 2 films that won the Purina Dog Chow Service Dog Salute, depicting the life-saving bond between specially trained service dogs and veterans with PTSD. All the films are appropriate to delight and inspire all members of the human family. ▪︎ **Meet at 6:15 sharp** at Opera Plaza Theater ▪︎ **Be sure to buy your ticket NOW.** This movie WILL SELL OUT. **I'm in seat G10.** https://www.landmarktheatres.com/movies/1000036798-ny-dog-film-festival-2026/?date=2026-02-25 ▪︎ **Message me when you've purchased a ticket** and I'll move you off the waitlist. ▪︎ **PLEASE don't be a no-show.** If your plans change, remember to update your RSVP prior to the event. ▪︎ **A late cancelation** will count as a no-show.

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Curious Craft Club

Curious Craft Club

Sun, Feb 22, 10:00 PM
From Berkeley Handmade Arts & Crafts Meetup
4.8

An in-person Bad Art workshop for crafters seeking low-stakes creativity, guiding you to leave with 1–3 finished pieces.

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