Amgen Tour of California Winds Its Way Through the Bay
The largest bicycle event in the United States is once again weaving its way through the Bay Area as the Amgen Tour of California hits the pavement.
Shopping: Taylor Stitch
SF-based indie menswear outfitter Taylor Stitch has paired up with Banana Republic for a men’s shirting capsule in Banana Republic’s flagship store. The capsule opened May 8 and will live there exclusively for 18 weeks.
Prehistoric Creatures To Roam In Golden Gate Park
It will be a trek back in time for visitors to the Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park starting this week as the public will be met by the newest exhibit, Plantosaurus Rex.
President Obama Declares His Support For Gay Marriage
In an interview with ABC News, President Barack Obama has declared his unequivocal support for gay marriage, becoming the first president to endorse the divisive subject.
First World Problems
Do you ever hear yourself complaining about something minor or trivial and realize that you sound like a privileged, pampered bourgeoisie resident of the First World? Well, you’re not the only one. Millions of people are just as whiny as you.
Do the Wiggle!
As anyone who’s ridden a bike in SF and needs to get from the east to west side of town will tell you, the backroad route known as “The Wiggle” is the quickest, most surefire way to bypass traffic and hills. And now – in preparation for Bike to Work Day – it has its very own theme song.
Before I Die…
There’s a community-fueled public art project going on called “Before I Die”. It was started in New Orleans by artist Candy Chang and it was recently in Brooklyn, NY. Using simple stencils and chalk, it asks people what they would like to go/do/be before they leave this life.
Photos: Cinco de Mayo
What did you do this past weekend? The beautiful, warm weather brought out the crowds for the annual Cinco de Mayo celebration in Dolores Park in the Mission. Were you among the masses with 6-packs of Corona and picnic blankets in tow?
Shopping: Last Minute Mother’s Day Gift Guide
Mother’s Day is nearly here; for those who aren’t on the ball and still scratching their heads for ideas, here’s a quick-and-dirty short list of ideas.
Free Comic Books!
The buzz generated by the opening of Marvel’s “The Avengers” this weekend, is giving a huge boost to the world of comics. Along with passionate, already established fans, a whole slew of new fans have cropped up. Thus, the timing couldn’t have been better for Free Comic Book Day.
