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Playa in the Grove @ National AIDS Memorial Grove

Playa in the Grove @ National AIDS Memorial Grove

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Aug 7, 2019

Under slightly foggy August 3 skies, fans of outdoor grooves and artistic splendor enjoyed the fourth annual Playa in the Grove, produced by the queer Burning Man camp Comfort & Joy, and held at the National AIDS Memorial Grove.

Daytime Disco @ Virgin Hotel

Daytime Disco @ Virgin Hotel

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Jun 19, 2019

DJ Wayne G spun Prideful funky grooves at Brian Kent's Daytime Disco, a scenic airy rooftop party at the Virgin Hotel (250 4th St.) on June 15. Guests enjoyed the views, music and mid-Pride month fun, while some sported glamorous retro attire.

Sisters' Easter Celebration @ Dolores Park

Sisters' Easter Celebration @ Dolores Park

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Apr 24, 2019

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence celebrated Easter Sunday and their 40th anniversary on April 21 by returning to Dolores Park for a well-attended picnic-filled party of thousands.

BAAITS @ GLBT History Museum

BAAITS @ GLBT History Museum

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Feb 6, 2019

Opening celebrations on Jan 31 for 'Two-Spirit Voices: Returning to the Circle,' the new exhibit at the GLBT History Museum, featured members of Bay Area American Indian Two Spirits (BAAITS).

Holiday Ice Rink @ Union Square

Holiday Ice Rink @ Union Square

  • by Steven Underhill
  • Nov 28, 2018

The holiday season got off to a cool start at the November 7 opening day ceremonies for the Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square.

Say, "Cheese!" - Laura Chenel's and Marin French Cheese, local and tasty

Say, "Cheese!" - Laura Chenel's and Marin French Cheese, local and tasty

  • by BARtab staff
  • Nov 14, 2018

With the holidays fast approaching, consider adding some locally-made delicious cheese to your party plates or brunch menu. Sonoma and Marin artisan cheese makers Laura Chenel and Marin French Cheese recently sent us some delicious samples.

Pool party: River Raid's splash in Guerneville

Pool party: River Raid's splash in Guerneville

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Sep 12, 2018

On Friday September 14, dozens of gay men will converge upon Guerneville for River Raid 2018, a weekend of partying by the Russian River. Book your rooms and tickets now, because no one wants to be stuck in the fog while all the guys are at the river.

NorCal Pride: big and small town celebrations

NorCal Pride: big and small town celebrations

  • by Dan Renzi
  • Aug 15, 2018

Northern California's Pride events continue on past June. These festivals may not have the big name entertainment or famous Grand Marshalls like San Francisco, but at their cores are groups of volunteers with big dreams and even bigger hearts.

Moving forward after Pride and through despair

Moving forward after Pride and through despair

  • by Juanita MORE!
  • Jul 3, 2018

If last week wasn't rough for you -and I'm not talking about your Pride hangover- you've somehow been avoiding the news, or you are stuck in a safe little bubble, then I really have no idea why you're reading this column.

Fabulous 50

Fabulous 50

  • by Events Editor
  • Jun 20, 2018

Nicole Murray-Ramirez, aka Empress Nicole the Great (center), celebrates with other Imperial Court royals, and the film's producers and director, after the Castro Theatre premiere of 50 Years of Fabulous, at Twin Peaks Tavern.

Xtravaganza Pride: Vogue icons and celebrity grand marshals Jose Gutierez and Luis Camacho

Xtravaganza Pride: Vogue icons and celebrity grand marshals Jose Gutierez and Luis Camacho

  • by Cornelius Washington
  • Jun 20, 2018

San Francisco Pride is poised to get the biggest infusion of movement, outlandish style and fabulosity, with two of the most enduring men of color in LGBTQ culture, Jose Gutierez Xtravaganza and Luis Camacho Xtravaganza.

Rainbow stage: Talent abounds at LGBT Pride events

Rainbow stage: Talent abounds at LGBT Pride events

  • by David-Elijah Nahmod
  • Jun 20, 2018

This year's LGBT Pride celebration in Civic Center, held June 23 and 24, is more than just a gathering. Dozens of performers and DJs will bring music to the main stage and multiple themed DJ areas.

Tastefully proud: Papi Rico, Hamburger Mary's, Indo and Wooden Spoon serve it up

Tastefully proud: Papi Rico, Hamburger Mary's, Indo and Wooden Spoon serve it up

  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jun 13, 2018

Just in time for Pride, a small bouquet of eateries has bloomed in the Castro. Whether you're a local who's not often in the gayborhood, or you've got out-of-town visitors stoked to see the sites, swing on by and bring your appetite for something new.

Every day is a Pride Parade

Every day is a Pride Parade

  • by Juanita MORE!
  • May 2, 2018

Get a gay jump on June celebrations! I remember the first time I marched in the San Francisco Pride Parade. It was pure magic stepping off the curb and planting my foot on Market Street. The heavy weight of not being out to everyone in my life had been