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Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival

By LAURA NASS | Friday February 10, 2012 09:22 AM

If you will be adventuring through San Francisco in April and looking for a completely unique event then consider the Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival, and event that prides itself in bringing a bit of Japanese culture straight to the United States. The Cherry Blossom Festival is held in a five-acre Japan Center, and will feature enough entertainment, food, and more to satisfy any traveler’s needs.

It is tradition for the Cherry Blossom Festival to be full of music and food, so if you may be on the streets in the area and hear the loud pound of taiko drums or catch a hint of a delicious scent, then you are getting close. The event has a wide array of possibilities, catering to any traveler’s desires. Not only are there arts and crafts events ranging from demonstrations of flower arranging, painting, art, origami, and more, there will also be Japanese musical entertainment, and a grand parade at the Cherry Blossom Festival.

The Cherry Blossom Festival will be held as a two weekend festival, creating even more opportunities for any traveler to enjoy the event. The 45th presentation of this annual event will be held on April 14, 15, 21, and 22, 2012. 

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Celebrate Valentine's Day in San Francisco

By ANNE DUCHEN | Tuesday January 03, 2012 04:25 PM

In regular great bay city splendor, Valentine’s Day in San Francisco involves the best and brightest of any party, the most intimate of romantic dinners, and the most exciting of any show or ferry cruise. There are many romantic options for any couple on this magical holiday offered in San Francisco, read about them here.

If you are spending Valentine’s Day in San Francisco, then you may want to consider adding a sea side adventure to your itinerary for the day. Consider “Food from the Heart” at the Ferry Building’s market, including music, dancing, and most of all tasty treats and delicious drinks. 

If you may be more interested in an extravagant proclamation of love, consider the “Jungle of Love” held at the Conservatory of Flowers. This jungle of extraordinary flowers accompanied by delicious treats and live music will blow away any couple. 

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The Sea Lions' Return to San Francisco

By LAURA NASS
Wednesday December 07, 2011 11:47 AM

Pier 39 in San Francisco is a major visitor attraction offering many major events. On January 19 consider witnessing the sea lions’ return at the 22nd anniversary of the sea lions’ initial arrival at the pier. This event is welcoming to all visitors, friends and family alike.

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San Francisco Green Festival

By LAURA NASS
Thursday October 27, 2011 02:25 PM

The motto for the San Francisco Green Festival is “if there’s a will-there’s a way” which leads the inspiration for the innovative and creative event. Consider attending the festival to learn about green practice, interact and speak with others on the topic, and participate in a ten-year-running celebration.

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Gourmet East Bay 2011

By LAURA NASS
Tuesday October 25, 2011 04:31 PM

Gourmet East Bay is an event featuring close to thirty of the most well-known restaurants in the East Bay area of San Francisco as well as wine tastings, party music, raffles, silent auctions, and much more. Consider attending for some top-notch entertainment!

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Celebrate Halloween in San Francisco

By LAURA NASS
Friday October 07, 2011 12:14 PM

If you are lucky enough to be celebrating your Halloween in San Francisco, be sure to check out these fantastic events. Whether you are interested in participating in a great costume walk or witnessing horrifying sights, you are guaranteed to find an event to fit into your sea side vacation itinerary.

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The SFMOMA Exhibits

By LAURA NASS
Friday August 05, 2011 09:28 AM

From the first exhibit presented in 1935, the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art has been devoted to the most challenging and innovative art of the time. The art at SFMOMA is a collection of masters as well as younger less-mastered artists, creating a diverse and exciting atmosphere full of majesty of every kind.

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The San Francisco Silent Film Festival

By ANNE MURPHY
Tuesday June 28, 2011 09:43 AM

Since 1992, the San Francisco Silent Film Festival has kept silent film alive by presenting it in the way it was meant to be seen, on the big screen and with live musical accompaniment. The festival brings together authors, stars, archivists, scholars and enthusiasts for an incredible 4-day event.

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Running, or Drinking through, the San Francisco Marathon

By ANNE MURPHY
Thursday June 02, 2011 05:21 PM

Do you like to run long distances in beautiful locations? Well have we got great news for you! On July 31, approximately 20,000 people just like you will gather at the Embarcadero to kick-off the 2011 San Francisco Marathon.

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The Inside Scoop on Outside Lands

By ANNE MURPHY
Thursday June 02, 2011 05:24 PM

Grab a blanket, your kids, an eco-friendly water bottle and your best hippie outfit, and make your way to Golden Gate Park for Outside Lands, San Francisco's favorite annual music festival. Established in 2008, Outside Lands is but a baby compared to more well-known festivals.

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