Poor Might. It solely has three letters and by no means appears to get its due because the “nearly summer time” month. So we owe it to the month and ourselves to make this Might as enjoyable as doable, starting with this weekend. And we now have some nice concepts alongside these traces, together with enjoyable outings with pooches, some terrific music and critically creepy, streaming TV sequence.
And whereas COVID protocols are loosening, the state of affairs stays fluid from venue to venue; in case you’re headed out to a present or a meal, remember to test the venue or restaurant web site for the most recent updates earlier than you go.
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1 SEE & HEAR: Feist’s completely distinctive live performance
Followers of singer-songwriter Feist (we’ve beloved her ever since she jammed with Muppets on “Sesame Avenue”) can catch her this weekend at Stanford College, as she principally re-invents the connection between performer and viewers.
2 PLAY: Hanging along with your pup
The Bay Space has a fame of being tail-waggingly dog-friendly. We boldly explored that idea, and got here up with 10 completely enjoyable outings you possibly can share along with your pooch. We’re speaking beer, wine, kayaks and extra.
3 WATCH: Exploring an notorious homicide
Jon Krakauer’s 2003 e book, “Underneath the Banner of Heaven,” brilliantly deconstructed a surprising 1984 slaying in a Mormon group. Now comes the TV sequence adaptation of the tome, starring Andrew Garfield. It tops our roundup of new exhibits and films it's essential to find out about.
4 PLAY: Pack on the enjoyable in Palo Alto
Nobody’s going to mistake it for Fisherman’s Wharf, however there may be lots to see and do (and eat and drink) in Palo Alto. Right here’s a day journey itinerary.
5 SEE & HEAR: Music and extra in Mill Valley
The Mill Valley Music Competition this weekend seems to be to be a blast, and never simply due to the killer headliner, Ben Harper. Right here’s what it's essential to know. And listed below are three different concert events it's best to find out about.
6 COOK & EAT: The artichoke is our pal
Artichoke season is upon us, however a variety of people keep away from the scrumptious however otherwordly vegetable due to all these leaves and thistles and furry stuff within the center. Loosen up, having fun with an artichoke is simpler than it seems to be.
7 SEE & HEAR: Nice exhibits and recitals
Dwell exhibits are again in an enormous method within the Bay Space. Listed here are some nice exhibits to see this weekend, together with revered native pianist Jon Nakamatsu and a tribute to an influential Black composer.