Sunday, February 25, 2007
BUYING A NEW WATCH?
The big thing I've been looking at lately is watches.
An insider friend of mine has given me some tips on watches and I'm gonna pass a little on.
First off, white is the new color on watches. It's all white white white, just like it was for black in the 80's. Forget Movado, it's all Nixon and Fossil right now. And incidentally, Nixon watches are actually Fossil watches with the name switched. As if I might buy either, but just so u know.
TOY WATCH is a cheap platic watch that is very very hot right now. These babies are a new diver watch knock off the same way that Swatch took us over in the late 80's. This is a great all occasion watch that transitions casual to formal easily. I personally think it's weird that the plastic parts all squeak real bad when you put it on but that's just me.
http://www.toywatchusa.com/Index.CFM
INVICTA WATCH has a great new link band that they have developed out of "textured translucent ultralight thermopolymer." Um, it's rubber and it's bendable AND it still looks like a metal linked band. I haven't seen something like thins on a watch b4 so check it out. The colors are kinda fruity so I might only consider this for feminent types.
Here's a really annoying flash site for you to navigate:
http://www.invictawatch.com/
ZODIAC WATCH has made some ugly ass watches with bands infused in certain scents complimenting their colors. There are berry scents for the colorful watches and vanilla scents for the more basic shades. I am not quite sure what they were thinking here, but fat guys like me need all the odor enhancement we can get ...
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2872923?cm_ven=yahoo&cm_cat=datafeed&cm_pla=jewelry:men:watch&cm_ite=zodiac_'seadragon'_multifunction_dial_watch:165299
And here is the latest and greatest in watches my friends. Enjoy.
An insider friend of mine has given me some tips on watches and I'm gonna pass a little on.
First off, white is the new color on watches. It's all white white white, just like it was for black in the 80's. Forget Movado, it's all Nixon and Fossil right now. And incidentally, Nixon watches are actually Fossil watches with the name switched. As if I might buy either, but just so u know.
TOY WATCH is a cheap platic watch that is very very hot right now. These babies are a new diver watch knock off the same way that Swatch took us over in the late 80's. This is a great all occasion watch that transitions casual to formal easily. I personally think it's weird that the plastic parts all squeak real bad when you put it on but that's just me.
http://www.toywatchusa.com/Index.CFM
INVICTA WATCH has a great new link band that they have developed out of "textured translucent ultralight thermopolymer." Um, it's rubber and it's bendable AND it still looks like a metal linked band. I haven't seen something like thins on a watch b4 so check it out. The colors are kinda fruity so I might only consider this for feminent types.
Here's a really annoying flash site for you to navigate:
http://www.invictawatch.com/
ZODIAC WATCH has made some ugly ass watches with bands infused in certain scents complimenting their colors. There are berry scents for the colorful watches and vanilla scents for the more basic shades. I am not quite sure what they were thinking here, but fat guys like me need all the odor enhancement we can get ...
http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2872923?cm_ven=yahoo&cm_cat=datafeed&cm_pla=jewelry:men:watch&cm_ite=zodiac_'seadragon'_multifunction_dial_watch:165299
And here is the latest and greatest in watches my friends. Enjoy.
2/27 NOISE POP KICKOFF EVENT
FREE Noise Pop 2007 opening night @ Mezzanine: Tapes & Tapes, & many bands
Date: Tuesday February 27, 2007
Time: 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Location: Mezzanine 444 Jessie Street @ Mint
you must RSVP at the below website to get on the guestlist for free
http://www.noisepop.com/freedm/
TAPES 'N TAPES
HAR MAR SUPERSTAR
EXTRA ACTION MARCHING BAND
DJ DIABETIC (SHEPARD FAIREY)
EMCEE & DJ DAVID CROSS
ART BY SHEPARD FAIREY
VIDEO INSTALLATION BY DUBBO
CUSTOM SHIRTS BY D.O.R.K.S UNITED
FREEDM ART DISPLAY
REFRESHMENTS COURTESY OF ICE CREAM MAN
February 27, 2007
9:00 PM (doors) 21+
Mezzanine SF
444 Jessie Street, San Francisco
FREE! if you sign up on the website
On the night of the event, go to the box office and show your valid ID to redeem your free ticket.
Date: Tuesday February 27, 2007
Time: 9:00 pm - 12:00 am
Location: Mezzanine 444 Jessie Street @ Mint
you must RSVP at the below website to get on the guestlist for free
http://www.noisepop.com/freedm/
TAPES 'N TAPES
HAR MAR SUPERSTAR
EXTRA ACTION MARCHING BAND
DJ DIABETIC (SHEPARD FAIREY)
EMCEE & DJ DAVID CROSS
ART BY SHEPARD FAIREY
VIDEO INSTALLATION BY DUBBO
CUSTOM SHIRTS BY D.O.R.K.S UNITED
FREEDM ART DISPLAY
REFRESHMENTS COURTESY OF ICE CREAM MAN
February 27, 2007
9:00 PM (doors) 21+
Mezzanine SF
444 Jessie Street, San Francisco
FREE! if you sign up on the website
On the night of the event, go to the box office and show your valid ID to redeem your free ticket.
Monday, February 19, 2007
Volunteer for the SF Inaternational Asian Film Festival
Here's a grat opp to volunteer with some fun peeps at a wonderful high profile cause.
RETURNING Volunteer orientation
Wednesday, February 21st at 6:00pm
NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
Saturday, February 24th at 1:00pm
at
AMC Van Ness 14 Theatres
1000 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA
** A third orientation for San Jose volunteers will take place in San Jose, date and time to be announced.
At the orientation you’ll learn important volunteer information and have the opportunity to sign up for positions and time slots.
Remember, if you want to volunteer, you must attend an orientation.
Volunteers can work days, evenings, or nights.
Benefits of Volunteering
* Meet internationally- acclaimed filmmakers and actors.
* Earn free passes to screenings, and a fabulous T-Shirt.
* Gain access to film receptions.
* Be a VIP guest at the Volunteer Appreciation Party,
honoring you for your hard work in making the festival
possible.
* Work off parking tickets incurred in San Francisco.
* Work off parking tickets incurred in San Francisco,
Albany, Emeryville, Oakland, Berkeley, and Piedmont.
What Can I Do?
Usher for films, help out at parties, assist with filmmakers and guests, and much, much more.
What Do I Get?
Volunteers earn vouchers that can be redeemed for film tickets.
Volunteers also have the opportunity to work off parking or traffic tickets.
At the end of the Festival, there is an Appreciation Party honoring all the volunteers who have helped us make this event happen.
About the Festival:
Every March, the Center for Asian American Media presents the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival, the largest event in the nation dedicated to screening Asian American and Asian films. The SFIAAFF annually offers approximately 130 films and videos during its eleven-day run spanning three cities and hosts over 200 filmmakers and industry guests in addition to more than 29,000 filmgoers.
Feel free to contact Karen Jane at volunteer@asianamericanmedia.org or 415-863-0814 ext. 214 with any questions or if you need to update your contact information, including an email address.
Sincerely,
Karen Jine
Phone: (415) 863-0814 ext. 214
Email: volunteer@asianamericanmedia.org
URL: http://www.asianamericanmedia.org/
RETURNING Volunteer orientation
Wednesday, February 21st at 6:00pm
NEW VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION
Saturday, February 24th at 1:00pm
at
AMC Van Ness 14 Theatres
1000 Van Ness Avenue
San Francisco, CA
** A third orientation for San Jose volunteers will take place in San Jose, date and time to be announced.
At the orientation you’ll learn important volunteer information and have the opportunity to sign up for positions and time slots.
Remember, if you want to volunteer, you must attend an orientation.
Volunteers can work days, evenings, or nights.
Benefits of Volunteering
* Meet internationally- acclaimed filmmakers and actors.
* Earn free passes to screenings, and a fabulous T-Shirt.
* Gain access to film receptions.
* Be a VIP guest at the Volunteer Appreciation Party,
honoring you for your hard work in making the festival
possible.
* Work off parking tickets incurred in San Francisco.
* Work off parking tickets incurred in San Francisco,
Albany, Emeryville, Oakland, Berkeley, and Piedmont.
What Can I Do?
Usher for films, help out at parties, assist with filmmakers and guests, and much, much more.
What Do I Get?
Volunteers earn vouchers that can be redeemed for film tickets.
Volunteers also have the opportunity to work off parking or traffic tickets.
At the end of the Festival, there is an Appreciation Party honoring all the volunteers who have helped us make this event happen.
About the Festival:
Every March, the Center for Asian American Media presents the San Francisco International Asian American Film Festival, the largest event in the nation dedicated to screening Asian American and Asian films. The SFIAAFF annually offers approximately 130 films and videos during its eleven-day run spanning three cities and hosts over 200 filmmakers and industry guests in addition to more than 29,000 filmgoers.
Feel free to contact Karen Jane at volunteer@asianamericanmedia.org or 415-863-0814 ext. 214 with any questions or if you need to update your contact information, including an email address.
Sincerely,
Karen Jine
Phone: (415) 863-0814 ext. 214
Email: volunteer@asianamericanmedia.org
URL: http://www.asianamericanmedia.org/
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
2/16/07 Ralph Nader speaks at Books Inc. independent bookstore chain
Independent Green Party Leader, Ralph Nader speaks about his latest book, The Seventeen Traditions. Not to say that I completely support the guy but definitely support the existence of his party. No matter what you feel, please show up and listen to what's going on and hear another perspective. I saw his speak once at SFSU and was very impressed with his steadfast as the whole audience proceded to dismantle him while he proceeded to dismantle the government. Entertaining to say the least.
Friday February 16, 2007 at 7:00 PM
Ralph Nader Author Appearance - The Seventeen Traditions
Books Inc. in Opera Plaza
601 Van Ness
San Francisco, CA 94103
Near City Hall building
Description and book excerpt:
My boyhood in a small town in Connecticut was shaped by my family, my friends, our neighbors, my chores and hobbies, the town's culture and environment, its schools, libraries, factories, and businesses, their workers, and by storms that came from nowhere to disrupt everything. . . . Yet childhood in any family is a mysterious experience. . . . What shapes the mind, the personality, the character?
So begins this unexpected and extraordinary book by Ralph Nader. Known for his lifetime of selfless activism, Nader now looks back to the earliest days of his own life, to his serene and enriching childhood in bucolic Winsted, Connecticut. From listening to learning, from patriotism to argument, from work to simple enjoyment, Nader revisits seventeen key traditions he absorbed from his parents, his siblings, and the people in his community, and draws from them inspiring lessons for today's society. Warmly human, rich with sensory memories and lasting wisdom, it offers a kind of modern-day parable of how we grow from children into responsible adults— a reminder of a time when nature and community were central to the way we all learned and lived.
Friday February 16, 2007 at 7:00 PM
Ralph Nader Author Appearance - The Seventeen Traditions
Books Inc. in Opera Plaza
601 Van Ness
San Francisco, CA 94103
Near City Hall building
Description and book excerpt:
My boyhood in a small town in Connecticut was shaped by my family, my friends, our neighbors, my chores and hobbies, the town's culture and environment, its schools, libraries, factories, and businesses, their workers, and by storms that came from nowhere to disrupt everything. . . . Yet childhood in any family is a mysterious experience. . . . What shapes the mind, the personality, the character?
So begins this unexpected and extraordinary book by Ralph Nader. Known for his lifetime of selfless activism, Nader now looks back to the earliest days of his own life, to his serene and enriching childhood in bucolic Winsted, Connecticut. From listening to learning, from patriotism to argument, from work to simple enjoyment, Nader revisits seventeen key traditions he absorbed from his parents, his siblings, and the people in his community, and draws from them inspiring lessons for today's society. Warmly human, rich with sensory memories and lasting wisdom, it offers a kind of modern-day parable of how we grow from children into responsible adults— a reminder of a time when nature and community were central to the way we all learned and lived.
2/20/07 Oscar Nominated Docs screened @ The Balboa Theater
What a great thing here, and it's free! The Balboa Theater and the SFSU Documentary Film Institute are going to present all this year's Oscar nominated films for free for two days, 2/20 and 2/21. I am really happy this is happening. At last the indie theaters come back with something innovative and worthwhile to get people back in their seats!
Here is the schedule for 2/20/07 (2/21 schedule is listed below):
This is an All Day Event
NOON - RECYCLED LIFE (38 minutes)
http://www.recycledlifedoc.com
12:40 PM - DELIVER US FROM EVIL (101 minutes)
2:35 PM REHEARSING A DREAM (39 minutes)
A group of exceptionally talented and gifted 17-year-old performing and visual artists are given the chance to spend one week with leading figures from the world of the performing arts (including Michael Tilson Thomas).
3:20 PM - IRAQ IN FRAGMENTS (94 minutes)
http://www.iraqinfragments.com
Iraq in Fragments is playing at the Roxie
http://roxie.com/events/details.cfm?EventID=8007362D-F1F6-5CD4-131FDDBC56597C18&View=weeklist&linkDate=February%2011%2C%202007
5:10 PM TWO HANDS (18 minutes)
When pianist Leon Fleisher lost the use of his right hand in 1965, he began a decades-long struggle to find a cure for his mysterious ailment while reshaping his career to accommodate his loss by Nathaniel Kahn (My Architect).
5:30 PM JESUS CAMP (84 minutes)
http://www.jesuscampthemovie.com
7:00 PM MY COUNTRY, MY COUNTRY (84 minutes)
http://www.mycountrymycountry.com
http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2006/mycountry/
8:40 PM THE BLOOD OF YINGZHOU DISTRICT (39 minutes)
http://www.chinaaidsmedia.com/en/international.html
9:20 PM AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH (100 minutes)
http://www.climatecrisis.net
FILM SCHEDULE FOR 2/21/07:
NOON JESUS CAMP (84 minutes)
1:35 PM THE BLOOD OF YINGZHOU DISTRICT (39 minutes)
2:15 PM MY COUNTRY, MY COUNTRY (84 minutes)
3:50 PM TWO HANDS (18 minutes)
4:10 PM AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH (100 minutes)
6:00 PM REHEARSING A DREAM (39 minutes)
6:40 PM DELIVER US FROM EVIL (101 minutes)
8:30 PM RECYCLED LIFE (38 minutes)
9:10 PM IRAQ IN FRAGMENTS (94 minutes)
Venue Information
Balboa theater
3630 Balboa Street
San Francisco, CA 94121
Additional Event Information
(415) 221-8184
Here is the schedule for 2/20/07 (2/21 schedule is listed below):
This is an All Day Event
NOON - RECYCLED LIFE (38 minutes)
http://www.recycledlifedoc.com
12:40 PM - DELIVER US FROM EVIL (101 minutes)
2:35 PM REHEARSING A DREAM (39 minutes)
A group of exceptionally talented and gifted 17-year-old performing and visual artists are given the chance to spend one week with leading figures from the world of the performing arts (including Michael Tilson Thomas).
3:20 PM - IRAQ IN FRAGMENTS (94 minutes)
http://www.iraqinfragments.com
Iraq in Fragments is playing at the Roxie
http://roxie.com/events/details.cfm?EventID=8007362D-F1F6-5CD4-131FDDBC56597C18&View=weeklist&linkDate=February%2011%2C%202007
5:10 PM TWO HANDS (18 minutes)
When pianist Leon Fleisher lost the use of his right hand in 1965, he began a decades-long struggle to find a cure for his mysterious ailment while reshaping his career to accommodate his loss by Nathaniel Kahn (My Architect).
5:30 PM JESUS CAMP (84 minutes)
http://www.jesuscampthemovie.com
7:00 PM MY COUNTRY, MY COUNTRY (84 minutes)
http://www.mycountrymycountry.com
http://www.pbs.org/pov/pov2006/mycountry/
8:40 PM THE BLOOD OF YINGZHOU DISTRICT (39 minutes)
http://www.chinaaidsmedia.com/en/international.html
9:20 PM AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH (100 minutes)
http://www.climatecrisis.net
FILM SCHEDULE FOR 2/21/07:
NOON JESUS CAMP (84 minutes)
1:35 PM THE BLOOD OF YINGZHOU DISTRICT (39 minutes)
2:15 PM MY COUNTRY, MY COUNTRY (84 minutes)
3:50 PM TWO HANDS (18 minutes)
4:10 PM AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH (100 minutes)
6:00 PM REHEARSING A DREAM (39 minutes)
6:40 PM DELIVER US FROM EVIL (101 minutes)
8:30 PM RECYCLED LIFE (38 minutes)
9:10 PM IRAQ IN FRAGMENTS (94 minutes)
Venue Information
Balboa theater
3630 Balboa Street
San Francisco, CA 94121
Additional Event Information
(415) 221-8184
Sunday, February 04, 2007
FREE old skool hip hop exhibit
WOW! This has got to be a good one. A don't miss it! Exhibit of art from the underground hip hop movement put on by no other than the paramount label Bomb Hip Hop. Once again at the Space Gallery.
This is sure not to be skipped.
COLLECTOR : hip-hop record exhibit
Space Gallery
1141 Polk Street @ Sutter, San Francisco, CA 94109
Friday, February 23rd @ Space Gallery
bombhiphop.com presents COLLECTOR
FREE ADMISSION / doors at 7pm / 21+ with ID
DJ's spinning classic hip-hop all night long
COLLECTOR, curated by David Paul is a special one-night only hip-hop artwork exhibit and party showcasing the best and most exciting LP jackets, 12" covers, cd booklets and more supplied by Bay Area hip-hop DJ's. Paul will display his personal collection as well as contributions from Jeff Harris, DJ Stef, Doc Fu, Sake One, DJ Pone, Carlos Mena, DJ Design, Worldwise and more.
Space Gallery
1141 Polk Street @ Sutter
San Francisco, CA 94109
February 23, 2007
07:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Additional Event Information
http://www.bombhiphop.com/collector.html
This is sure not to be skipped.
COLLECTOR : hip-hop record exhibit
Space Gallery
1141 Polk Street @ Sutter, San Francisco, CA 94109
Friday, February 23rd @ Space Gallery
bombhiphop.com presents COLLECTOR
FREE ADMISSION / doors at 7pm / 21+ with ID
DJ's spinning classic hip-hop all night long
COLLECTOR, curated by David Paul is a special one-night only hip-hop artwork exhibit and party showcasing the best and most exciting LP jackets, 12" covers, cd booklets and more supplied by Bay Area hip-hop DJ's. Paul will display his personal collection as well as contributions from Jeff Harris, DJ Stef, Doc Fu, Sake One, DJ Pone, Carlos Mena, DJ Design, Worldwise and more.
Space Gallery
1141 Polk Street @ Sutter
San Francisco, CA 94109
February 23, 2007
07:00 PM - 01:00 AM
Additional Event Information
http://www.bombhiphop.com/collector.html
FREE screening of new Cracker/Camper Van movie
Oh yeah for all the 80's fans out there. Here's the cream of the crop! And a live performace from the remaining band members. What>!? Gawd I hope it's true cuz it sounds too good to be!
FREE screening of Cracker/Camper Van Beethoven live DVD @ 12 Galaxies
Date: Monday February 12, 2007
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 12 Galaxies - 2565 Mission St. (btwn 21st & 22nd)
a free schreening of the Cracker & Camper Van Beethoven - The First Annual Camp Out Live DVD followign by a live acoustic performacne with camper van beethoven members victor krummenacher, gre lisher and jonathon segal
12 Galaxies
2565 Mission St. (btwn 21st & 22nd)
SF, CA
FREE screening of Cracker/Camper Van Beethoven live DVD @ 12 Galaxies
Date: Monday February 12, 2007
Time: 9:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Location: 12 Galaxies - 2565 Mission St. (btwn 21st & 22nd)
a free schreening of the Cracker & Camper Van Beethoven - The First Annual Camp Out Live DVD followign by a live acoustic performacne with camper van beethoven members victor krummenacher, gre lisher and jonathon segal
12 Galaxies
2565 Mission St. (btwn 21st & 22nd)
SF, CA
Skater Tommy Guerrero to perform music for FREE!
Legendary and local skater turned artist and musician to play an intimate coffeehouse show! Be there!
FREE art reception w/ music by skateboard legend Tommy Guerrero @ Farleys
Date: Friday February 9, 2007
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Farley’s | 415-648-1545 | 1315 18th Street | San Francisco, CA 94107
Friday, February 9th: Reception & Music: Tommy Guerrero of DLX, and skateboard legend will "be playn some git and goofin around." "I've been playing music since I was about 12...skateboarding since I was 9. You are what you are & you are always that.” Come on down and listen to Tommy , view some boards and art, and compare scars with skaters, 7pm . www.tommyguerrero.com
Farley’s
1315 18th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
Friday February 9, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
FREE art reception w/ music by skateboard legend Tommy Guerrero @ Farleys
Date: Friday February 9, 2007
Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Farley’s | 415-648-1545 | 1315 18th Street | San Francisco, CA 94107
Friday, February 9th: Reception & Music: Tommy Guerrero of DLX, and skateboard legend will "be playn some git and goofin around." "I've been playing music since I was about 12...skateboarding since I was 9. You are what you are & you are always that.” Come on down and listen to Tommy , view some boards and art, and compare scars with skaters, 7pm . www.tommyguerrero.com
Farley’s
1315 18th Street
San Francisco, CA 94107
Friday February 9, 2007
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fashion Exhibit @ The Space Gallery
Local fashion is a big deal this week! I've already been to two taht were of great caliber and hope this one to be the same. I'm not anticipating disappointment since the SPACE GALLERY always does great shows.
FREE "Sew In Love" buy art, fashion, clothes w/ live artist, DJs & $1 sake Shots
Date: Thursday February 8, 2007
Time: 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Location: THE SPACE GALLERY, 1141 POLK ST. SF
"SEW IN LOVE"
ARTISTRY: A MELANGE OF ALL THINGS ART
Party and shop at the second installment of ARTISTRY, the celebration
of all things art. Come and buy your sweetheart art, photography,
jewelry, vintage, clothing, accessories and more (for men and women)
from local designers, just in time for Valentine's Day. Featuring live
artists and two DJs spinning all night while you enjoy $1 sake shots
and all-night drink specials. Truly the place to be.
THE SPACE GALLERY
1141 POLK ST. SF
THURS. FEB. 8, 8PM-2AM
NO COVER
FREE "Sew In Love" buy art, fashion, clothes w/ live artist, DJs & $1 sake Shots
Date: Thursday February 8, 2007
Time: 8:00 pm - 12:00 am
Location: THE SPACE GALLERY, 1141 POLK ST. SF
"SEW IN LOVE"
ARTISTRY: A MELANGE OF ALL THINGS ART
Party and shop at the second installment of ARTISTRY, the celebration
of all things art. Come and buy your sweetheart art, photography,
jewelry, vintage, clothing, accessories and more (for men and women)
from local designers, just in time for Valentine's Day. Featuring live
artists and two DJs spinning all night while you enjoy $1 sake shots
and all-night drink specials. Truly the place to be.
THE SPACE GALLERY
1141 POLK ST. SF
THURS. FEB. 8, 8PM-2AM
NO COVER
