Jul 11, 2008 2:32 pm US/Pacific
Liam's List - July 11, 2008
There is a feeling of French pride in the air as our European pals celebrate Bastille Day this weekend. Santana Row in San Jose is one big French party. However, there is much to enjoy all around the Bay. I hope there is something on the list for you to enjoy near you.
Have a fun-packed weekend.
1 - MAIN EVENT
Cirque de la Bastille
Saturday July 12th and Sunday July 13th, 11am to 8pm
Santana Row
400 Winchester Blvd., San Jose
Join the celebration of all things French at this weekend's Bastille Day party at Santana Row in San Jose. The entire precinct will go French with chef demos, dancing, fashion, music and more. And don't miss the special Bastille menu and activities offered up by the quintessentially French, Left Bank Brasserie.
leftbank.com2 - FREE: FUN OF THE FAIR
Renegade Craft Fair Saturday July 12th and Sunday July 13th, 11am to 7pm
Fort Mason
Marina Blvd. & Buchanan Street, San Francisco Over 100 artisans get together to showcase their wares including art, jewelers, pottery and more. The main Pavillion at Fort Mason is the venue for this crafty affair.
renegadecraft.com3 - ALL THAT JAZZ
Jazz School Summer Youth Program Saturday July 12th, 8pm
2087 Addison Street, Berkeley
Free AdmissionTap into your inner jazz beat at Berkeley's fine Jazz School for Youth. The program runs throughout the Summer and gives kids an opportunity to pick up the study and performance of jazz. Head to the school website for more information.
jazzschool.com4 - SUDS UP!
8th Annual Brewfest
Saturday July 12th , 1pm to 5pm
1809 Larkspur Landing, Larkspur Tickets from $30
One of the Bay Area's premier brewing company opens its doors to sud lovers this weekend for its annual Brewfest. 25 local micro breweries will be on hand offering their brews for your tasting pleasure. A good selection of great pub grub will be on offer too.
marinbrewing.com/5 - SAVE THE DATE
AIDS Walk SF Sunday July 20th, 10.30am
Sharon Meadow
Golden Gate Park, San Francisco One of the world's biggest AIDS fundraisers takes place in San Francisco in just over a week. Sign up now as an individual or a group for the 2008 AIDS Walk San Francisco. Join the many thousands of walkers for a party in the park after the charity walk. See you there.
aidswalk.net6 - AT THE MOVIES
WALL.E
Now Playing Pixar's box office smash continues it's run in local theaters. It's an apocalyptic tale that stars WALL.E, the last robot on earth. This is the Emeryville-based animation house's best and smartest film yet. There are nods to the movies that touched director Andrew Stanton when he was a lad; E.T., Close Encounters, Star Wars. This love letter to humanity from space will touch your heart, make you laugh and perhaps reduce you to tears. You'll be looking for a hug when this fine little movie is over.
apple.com/trailers/disney/walle/
7 - NEW WAVE BEAT
The Police Monday July 14th, 7.30pm
Shoreline Amphitheater, Mountain View The old men of new wave are back on the beat for the final leg of their world tour coming to the Bay Area for two nights only. This could be the last time The Police perform together so if you are a fan or just simply curious, I urge you to get your tickets now. This is one show I do not want to miss. Venture to their online home for tour news and live clips.
thepolice.com 8 - NOW HEAR THIS
Neil Diamond - Home Before Dark In stores NOW Under the musical direction of producer Rick Rubin, Neil Diamond delivers one of his best musical offerings in years. His new CD is a waterfall of sound that crashes upon you and gets right under your skin. He sounds more like a solitary man here than any place before. This CD captures Diamond at his dark and melancholy best. Get home after dark and take a listen.
neildiamond.com 9 - EAT HERE
Destino 1815 Market Street, San Francisco
Daily 5pm to 11pm
Sunday Brunch 11am - 2pm Taste the flavors of Central and South America at James Schenk's inviting Destino restaurant. The food here is first class, the service sensational and the ambiance is unbeatable. So many delicious items on the menu; pork empanadas, the wild Panamanian sea bass, the ceviche platter are my faves. And don't leave without sampling one of their naughty desserts.
destinosf.com/10 - HAPPY HOUR
Dave and Busters
940 Great Mall Drive, Milpitas
Monday to Friday, 4.30pm to 7pm This is the spot for adults to play, a game parlor with a happy hour that is unbeatable. All cocktails are half price and two dollars is hacked off all beers. They also host a late night happy hour from 10pm to midnight from Sunday to Thursday. You'll find fine pub grub here too, at favorable prices. The chicken wings are naughty but nice.
daveandbusters.com
