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Steve's Grand designs: his sexy pivot from songs to thongs

Steve's Grand designs: his sexy pivot from songs to thongs

  • FASHION
  • by Gregg Shapiro
  • Dec 28, 2024

What's the first thing that comes to mind when you think of gay singer, songwriter and fashion designer Steve Grand? Along with his music, his Grand Axis clothing line, featuring men's underwear and swimwear, is amply shown off by the hunky man himself.

High spirits, wild rides & queer curiousities: Last-minute gifts for the holiday season

High spirits, wild rides & queer curiousities: Last-minute gifts for the holiday season

Belly up to the bar for a round of potable last-minute gifts, and some choice boozeless booty as well. We've checked our list twice with online purveyors to make sure anything you order by Dec. 15 will arrive in time for Christmas.

Kung Pao Kosher Comedy's 32 years of Jewish comedy for Christmas

Kung Pao Kosher Comedy's 32 years of Jewish comedy for Christmas

On December 24, 25, and 26 comic extraordinaire Lisa Geduldig returns with the latest incarnation of Kung Pao Kosher Comedy, a Jewish stand-up show produced for Christmas.

Tamara de Lempicka Opening-Day Celebration on October 12

Tamara de Lempicka Opening-Day Celebration on October 12

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  • by Advertising Department -- Sponsored content
  • Oct 8, 2024

Get an inside look at the glamorous world of Tamara de Lempicka in our opening-day celebration of this once-in-a-lifetime exhibition.

Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day is October 8

Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day is October 8

News Is Out, a collaboration of six LGBTQ+ media representing more than 250 collective years of experience covering the community, is launching the first Local LGBTQ+ Media Giving Day Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 during LGBTQ History Month.

Get naked with Juanita MORE! - Drag impresario's birthday party takes a nude direction

Get naked with Juanita MORE! - Drag impresario's birthday party takes a nude direction

Juanita MORE! has been celebrating her 33rd natal day for many years. This time she's going full throttle as she throws herself a wild naked birthday party on September 20 at Haum, a Mission District Yoga Studio.

Trends & traditions: Fall Arts Preview in museums & galleries 2024

Trends & traditions: Fall Arts Preview in museums & galleries 2024

  • FASHION
  • by Robert Brokl
  • Sep 3, 2024

From SFMOMA embracing sports, to the more traditional show of American masterpieces at the de Young, and the Oakland Museum melding popular culture and politics in "Calli Americas," fine arts offer plenty this fall.

Road tripping to the Mariposa and Anderson Valleys

Road tripping to the Mariposa and Anderson Valleys

Get out of town for some refreshing overnight road trips that deliver major changes of scenery with minor fuss and planning. Jim Gladstone, his hubby and their dog, visited Mariposa Valley, Yosemite National Park, and the Anderson Valley inns and shops.

Besties dining 2024: Savoring the buffet by the Bay

Besties dining 2024: Savoring the buffet by the Bay

Food, glorious food. Your Bay Area dining options, day or night, are almost beyond countable, but our readers chose their favorites, many of them familiar and repeat winners, along with some new delicious options. Scoot up to the table and dig in.

Costumes are key to 'The Cher Show'

Costumes are key to 'The Cher Show'

  • FASHION
  • by Jim Gladstone
  • Jun 11, 2024

As wardrobe supervisor for the national touring company of "The Cher Show," at the Curran Theatre June 19-23, John Beltre oversee a wardrobe of more than 450 costumes composed of thousands of individual garments, accessories and jewelry.

Fisch & Flore soft opening showcases renovated Castro venue

Fisch & Flore soft opening showcases renovated Castro venue

The former Café Flore, shuttered for four years, had a soft re-opening on April 3 as Fisch and Flore, a new seafood restaurant and bar.

AsiaSF's grand finale: popular nightclub/restaurant to close after 26 years

AsiaSF's grand finale: popular nightclub/restaurant to close after 26 years

AsiaSF, the visionary transgender cabaret spot which has called 201 9th Street home for 26 years, is leaving its permanent location to continue as a pop-up performance troupe, with performances at 9th St. continuing through its last shows on April 23.

Celebrate the New Year: party like it's 2024

Celebrate the New Year: party like it's 2024

While every bar and nightclub will celebrate the new year in some way, if you're looking for some fun things to do to celebrate the New Year, here are a few of our special suggestions of the best New Year's Eve events in town.

Last-minute gift guide: local specialties and queer creations

Last-minute gift guide: local specialties and queer creations

It's not too late to go to a local small business or jump online and order presents that will arrive in time for Christmas. Here's a selection of unique gifts that will provide memorable experiences at the table, on the town and even on your television.