VALENTINE’S DAY & OTHER EVENTS
Aphrodisiacs of the Tropics Wander the conservatory of flowers and enjoy sensory-inspired experiences including live music, food and drink. 5:30-9:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $25-$30. Conservatory of Flowers, 100 John F. Kennedy Dr., S.F. conservatoryofflowers.org/ exhibits-events/aphrodisiacs-of-the-tropics
Great San Francisco Pillow
Fight Bring a pillow and take out your Valentine’s Day aggressions in a fun way. Only hit others with pillows please! 6 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Justin Herman Plaza, Market St. and Steuart St., S.F. www.facebook.com/pillow fightsf
Hornblower Valentine’s
Cruises A variety of cruises on Valentine’s Day and the preceding weekend. See website for schedule and pricing. Wed., Feb. 14. Pier 40, 89 King St., S.F. www.horn blower.com/port/category/sf+valentines
Love Right A Valentine’s Dance party featuring Gordo Cabeza, Baysik, Jon Reyes, Sef Diggy, Mr. Grant, Sonny Phono and more. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $12. Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa St., S.F. www.event brite.com/e/love-right-a -valentines-dance-tickets -41966238148
Perfectly Queer Book readings by Anna Pulley, Meg Elison and Monica Nolan on the theme of Valentine’s Day romance. 7 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13. Dog Eared Books, 489 Castro St., S.F. www.dogearedbooks.com/perfectly-queer.html
Punchlines on Valentines Comedy Show #HellaFunny presents a Valentine’s Day Comedy show. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $15. Neck of the Woods, 406 Clement St., S.F. www.neckofthewoodssf.com
Puppy Love A Valentine’s Day weekend dog gathering with wine tastings, chocolate and more. Noon-5 p.m. Sun., Feb. 11. The Winery SF, 30 Avenue G, Treasure Island, S.F. www.winery-sf.com
Soulection Radio Live, Joe
Kay A Valentine’s Day electronica dance party. 10 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $20-$30. 1015 Folsom, 1015 Folsom St., S.F. 1015.com
Tuck & Patti Live jazz and dinner to celebration Valentine’s Day by the husbandand-wife jazz duo. 7:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $25-$72. Kuumbwa Jazz, 320 Cedar St., Santa Cruz. www.kuumbwajazz.org
Valentine’s Date Night
Cooking Class A couples’ cooking class on making a romantic dinner with oysters, filet mignon, chocolate and
more. Admission includes a glass of sparkling rosé. 6:309:30 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $240. Cavallo Point Cooking School, 601 Murray Circle, Sausalito. www.cavallopoint.com Valentine’s Day at Peña Pachamama Two-course dinner, live music, flamenco show and dancing. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $99.95. Peña Pachamama, 1630 Powell St., S.F. carolinalugo.com
Valentine’s Day Bridgewatch A volunteer opportunity with the goal of bringing hope to those feeling lonely, depressed and suicidal. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Golden Gate Bridge, , S.F. www. bridgewatchangels.org
Valentine’s Day Craft Sesh A cannabis-friendly art party where participants work on unique projects, while consuming and learning about cannabis. 7-9 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $80. Maker’s Loft, 308 13th St., Oakland. www.eventbrite.com/e/valentines-day -craft-sesh-tickets-42223461510 Valentine’s Day Dinner Cruise A dinner buffet on the Bay with scenic views, DJ dancing, cash bar and more. 7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. $100. Pier 40, 89 King St., S.F. www.commodoreevents.com/event/valentines-day-dinner-cruise
OTHER EVENTS
1 Billion Rising: Journey to Belonging A community performance ritual dedicated to ending violence against women and girls with with art, spirituality and activism. 7:09 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Journey to Belonging, 970 Grace Ave., Oakland. www.onebil lionrising.org/events/journey -to-belonging American Indian Art Show Over 100 dealers and artists selling antique American Indian, pre-Columbian, Spanish Colonial and Contemporary American Indian Art. 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Feb. 17; 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sun., Feb. 18. $18. Marin Civic Center, 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. marinshow. com Carnival SF Mardi Gras Fat Tuesday Party Carnaval San Francisco presents 17 free Fat Tuesday celebrations through the Mission District. See website for locations and details. 6-10 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13. Mission District, S.F. www. carnavalsanfrancisco.org/ events Fat Tuesday in the Fillmore Live music, colorful costumes, New Orleans-style procession food and drink, and more. 5-8 p.m. Tues., Feb. 13. Free. Fillmore District, Fillmore and O’Farrell, S.F. thevillagepro jectsf.org/vp/field-trips -events/mardi-gras-san -francisco-style Helen Diller Civic Center Playgrounds Opening Celebrate the opening of new creative play spaces with crafts, face painting, food and drink, bubbles, music and more. 4-7 p.m. Wed., Feb. 14. Civic Center Plaza, 355 McAllister St., S.F. sfrecpark.org/ event/helen-diller-civic -center-playgrounds-opening NY Cat Film Festival An afternoon of carefully curated films featuring cats and the humans who love them. 3 and 5 p.m. Sat., Feb. 17. $15. Roxie Theater, 3117 16th St., S.F. www.roxie.com/ai1ec_event/ first-annual-cat-film-festival NY Dog Film Festival A festival comprised of two separate programs of entirely different canine-themed films. 2 and 4:15 p.m. Sun., Feb. 18. $15. Roxie Theater, 3117 16th St., S.F. www.roxie. com/ai1ec_event/2nd-annual -dog-film-festival S.F. Beer Week Events throughout San Francisco celebrating craft beer and the craft beer community. See website for schedule. Though Feb. 19. Various location in S.F. sfbeerweek.org S.F. Chinese New Year Flower Market Fair Purchase fresh flowers, fruits, candies and brand-new supplies for the home to begin the new lunar year while enjoying performances by traditional Chinese magicians, acrobats, folk dancers and opera as well as over 120 booths and concessions. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sun., Feb. 11. Free. Grant Ave. between Clay and Broadway as well as Pacific, Jackson and Washington between Stockton and Kearny, S.F., Flower Market Fair, Grant Ave. between Clay and Broadway as well as Pacific, Jackson and Washington between Stockton and Kearny, S.F. www.chineseparade.com
S.F. Independent Film Festival Two weeks of screenings and events celebrating independent film. See website for schedule. Through Feb 15. Various venues in S.F. sfindie.com/festivals/sf-indiefest
San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Public Tasting Wine lovers gather to sample juried vintages, learn more about wine and fine food, and raise glasses and cheers to winning vintners. 1:30-5 p.m. Sat., Feb. 17. Fort Mason Festival Pavilion, 2 Marina Dr., S.F. (650) 5486700. www.winejudging.com San Francisco Writers Conference A gathering of established and aspiring authors as well as agents, teachers and literary folk convene. Keynotes by Shanthi Sekaran, Dana Gioia and Sheldon Siegel. 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m. Thurs., Feb. 15; 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Fri., Feb. 16; 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat., Feb. 17; 6 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sun., Feb. 18. Mark Hopkins Hotel, 1 Nob Hill, S.F. sf writers.org
San Jose Jazz Winter Fest Two weeks of world-class jazz at venues throughout Silicon Valley. See website for schedule. Featured artists include Dee Dee Bridgewater, Cyrus Chestnut, Knower and more. Thurs., Feb. 15 through Feb. 28. $5-$40. Various venues in Silicon Valley. sanjosejazz.org/ winterfest
San Jose Museum of Art Lunar New Year Celebration Free admission, arts and crafts, cultural demonstrations, live performances and more. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat., Feb. 17. Free. San Jose Museum of Art, 110 S. Market St., San Jose. sjmusart.org/event/community-day-lunar-new -year-2018