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19 May 2011

East Bay Unwrapped: the Bulk of Berkeley Bowl

Everyone knows that buying foods in bulk can be a cost-effective way to stock up on every day pantry items and your favorite, albeit strange, snacks. Alison even provided tips on what to buy in bulk in her post from last year (click it, it’s got awesome pictures). So why

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19 May 2011

Beats and Boardgames Tonight

Ever feel like being totally nerdy, but still cool at the same time? Looks like you’re not alone. Hang out with other creatures with the same mindset tonight at Langton Labs. The monthly event, called Beats and Boardgames, is FREE and it’s just what you’ve been looking for. That’s right

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18 May 2011

Up For Grabs: A Pair of Tix to See The Pimps of Joytime in Oakland

Hey East Bayers (or SFers who don’t hate on the East Bay), whatcha got going this Friday night?  Forcing your boyfriend to watch the season finale of America’s Next Top Model that you DVRed this week?  Going to a bar and spending 60 bucks on drinks to try to make

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18 May 2011

Don’t Underestimate the Taco Shop @ Underdog’s

Being from San Diego, I’ve had a hard time finding really good fish tacos in the city. I just found what I’ve been looking for yesterday at the Taco Shop @ Underdog’s in the Sunset. This is the place for fresh, So-Cal inspired Mexican food. Chef Nick Fasanella knows what’s

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17 May 2011

Tonight! Mangled Bohemians, Liquid Indian, and More at the Hemlock

You know what I love about the Hemlock? You can go in and drink when the bar is having a show, and you don’t have to watch it. But if for some reason you want to rub shoulders with other dirty hipsters and nod your head to a set straight

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16 May 2011

Let’s Talk Particle Physics!

I exist in the realm of unicorns and rainbows. I like a glass of wine, a spinning record, and a fanciful retelling of an unfortunate seduction. Personally, I can’t imagine anything more boring than something called “particle physics.” But even if you are like me, you might enjoy tonight’s talk,

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14 May 2011

Meet Chelsea Handler Without Being 50 Cent

I’m sure, by now, you’ve probably heard the rumor that Chelsea Handler once dated 50 Cent.  Well, the rumor has since been confirmed by Handler herself, but the title of her book doesn’t exactly inspire confidence in her words. Lies That Chelsea Handler Told Me is Handler’s new book that was supposedly

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14 May 2011

Triple Crown of Yo-Yo Competition

The event of the year for all you Yo-Yo enthusiasts is happening today in North Beach! One of the three national Triple Crown Yo-Yo competition will be held from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the north side of Washington Square Park, near Filbert Street, and it is FREE for

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