2/3 Tuesday
Politics: Willie Brown at Commonwealth Club
Former San Francisco Mayor Willie Brown discusses national, state and local politics with KQED political reporter Scott Shafer. Brown was the first African American speaker of the California State Assembly, serving a record 14 years in that role, followed by two terms as San Francisco mayor. Brown will talk about the state of American democracy, the Democratic Party’s future, and Mayor Daniel Lurie’s track record, among other things. 12 to 1 p.m. Tickets: $32.45. The Commonwealth Club, 110 The Embarcadero. For more information: https://tinyurl.com/2jtu4fsf
2/5 Thursday
Art: Museum of Craft and Design
The Museum of Craft and Design is free on the first Thursday of every month. 12 to 5 p.m. 2569 Third Street, between 22nd and 23rd streets. For more information: https://sfmcd.org/visit/
Fashion: Introduction to Sewing Workshop
Learn the basics of machine sewing: threading a machine; how to change a bobbin; altering the tension and stitch length; and more. Bring in clothing with torn seams or that need patching and instructor Tria Connell will show you how to use your new skills. Students are welcome to bring a sewing machine; otherwise, one will be provided. 5 to 8 p.m. Tickets: from $49.87. SCRAP, 2150 Newcomb Avenue. For more information: https://bit.ly/4bhy3z0
2/5 Thursday through 2/15 Sunday
Film: Mostly British Film Festival
The festival returns for its 18th season with award-winning films from the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, and India. The Mostly British Film Festival is presented by and raises funds for the San Francisco Neighborhood Theater Foundation. It’s programmed by Ruthe Stein, who covered movies for 50 years at the San Francisco Chronicle. Tickets: General admission – $20 / seniors 65 and over – $15. Opening night reception – $75 / $65; film only, excluding party – $35. / $25. Closing night with a Valentine-themed dessert after party at the theater – $35 / $25. Series pass to all 26 films, with priority seating and access to opening and closing night parties is $350. Vogue Theater, 3290 Sacramento Street. For more information: mostlybritish.org
2/6 Friday
Art: Baukunst First Fridays
Baukunst First Fridays is an art showcase in which no commissions or profits are made from the artwork. 5 to 8 p.m. Free. Baukunst, 433 Cortland Avenue. For more information: https://bit.ly/4t2tqzs
2/13 Friday and 2/14 Saturday
Valentine’s Day: Prints Sale
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Graphic Arts Workshop, with original artwork by Bay Area printmakers. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Free admission. Graphic Arts Workshop, 2565 Third Street, Suite #305.
2/14 Saturday
Botany: Magnificent Magnolias
The annual bloom of more than 200 rare and historic magnolias, with trees reaching 80 feet, typically peaks from January through March. Velvety silver buds on the often-bare branches of these elegant trees, many rare and historic, open into dazzling pink, magenta, and white flowers, filling the garden with dramatic splashes of color and sweet fragrance. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; last entry at 4 p.m. Tickets: $7 to $35; free admission for San Francisco residents; must be redeemed by 9 a.m. San Francisco Botanical Garden, 1199 Ninth Avenue. For more information: https://bit.ly/4pYmUH5
2/14 Saturday and 2/15 Sunday
Lunar New Year: Flower Market Fair
Purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and supplies to begin the new lunar year. Performances by traditional Chinese magicians, acrobats, folk dancers and opera. More than 120 booths and concessions. Saturday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Free. Grant Avenue between Broadway and Clay streets. For more information: https://bit.ly/4rbhDgn
Art: The Box SF’s Artistic Creators Fest
Support local artists and makers at The Box SF’s Artistica Creators Fest. Originally the William Randolph Hearst printing plant built in the 1920’s, The Box SF is home to two floors of event space, as well as an antique printing and vintage advertising mercantile modeled after an 1850’s country store. Saturday: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Vendor spaces are available for local creators looking to sell their work at this historic South-of-Market venue. Free admission. The Box SF, 1069 Howard Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/3NNSsC1
2/19 Thursday through 3/15 Sunday
Theater: Left Field
Delson Stammer is a small-time AIDS activist with a big-time chip on his shoulder. When he moves to San Francisco in 2000, he turns his rage into a bid to become a San Francisco Supervisor and, surprise surprise, he ends up in City Hall. A series of miracles sends this totally “out of left field” candidate to the White House. What’s he going to do? Find out in this outrageous and topical comedy from John Fisher, author of the action-adventure epics Billy, Fallin, and Pirates! Left Field is written and directed by John Fisher, produced by Theatre Rhinoceros, founded in 1977, the nation’s longest running LGBTQ+ theatre. Tickets: $12.50 to $35. Theatre Rhinoceros, 4229 18th Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/4bhBTbA
2/21 Saturday
Music: An Afternoon of Chamber Music
An intimate concert featuring chamber music from Bay Area musicians, hosted by the San Francisco Civic Music Association. 3 to 5 p.m. Free. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/4bmDiO5
2/21 Saturday
Beverage: San Francisco Beer Week Fest
Join the Bay Area Brewers Guild and Barebottle Brewing for SF Beer Week Fest. Sample limited-edition collaboration brews and special releases. Enjoy unlimited tastings, live entertainment, and a reusable commemorative tasting glass. Must have ticket and be 21+ to drink. 12 to 5 p.m. Tickets: from $95.51. Salesforce Park, 425 Mission Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/4qDgwWN
2/27 Friday
Design: Design Crawl at San Francisco Design Center
Design students are invited to an exclusive behind-the-scenes showroom tour. Spend the day exploring top design showrooms with expert guidance, gaining real-world industry insight, and connecting with leading vendors. The experience includes lunch and wraps up with coffee and desserts. 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. From $12.51. San Francisco Design Center, 101 Henry Adams Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/4pZFrTk
2/27 Friday through 3/1 Sunday
Books: California International Antiquarian Book Fair
A three-day event featuring booksellers’ collections and rare treasures from around the globe, including manuscripts, modern first editions, children’s books, ephemera, maps, and autographs. Friday, 4 to 8 p.m., Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. $10 – $25. Pier 27, The Embarcadero. For more information: https://bit.ly/4k14ggn
2/28 Saturday
Health: Free Dental Health Fair for Kids
A community event hosted by volunteer dental students, faculty, and staff from the University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry’s Hutto Patterson Pediatric Dentistry Clinic. Free dental services worth more than $250 provided to each child up to age 17: dental and orthodontic screenings; cleanings; fluoride treatment; educational games; face painting; balloon art; petting zoo; and more. Children must be accompanied by a parent. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Free. University of the Pacific School of Dentistry, 155 Fifth Street. For more information: https://bit.ly/3YSFe9w