On the Tab :: April 2 - 9

  • by Jim Provenzano
  • Thursday April 2, 2015
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We start off the week with our fifth annual Besties party at Oasis on April 2. You, our dear readers, picked the best people, places, food, clubs and more in 80-plus categories. Come celebrate with finalists, fans and winners! See the April 2 listing for details. Then, enjoy the new month's first week of fun events. There may a drought, but there's no shortage of nightlife fun that'll make you moist.

Thursday, April 2

Besties @ Oasis

The Bay Area Reporter's fifth annual readers poll winners in 80-plus categories are feted at the early evening party, with complimentary Trumer Pils beer and specialty cocktails, food and cake, performances by Marga Gomez, Veronica Klaus and Whoa Nellies, DJ Mark O'Brien (Polyglamorous) and MC Queen Cougar. 6pm-8:30pm. No cover. 298 11th St. at Folsom. www.sfoasis.com https://www.facebook.com/events/792583177498790/

Bulge @ Powerhouse

Grace Towers hosts the weekly gogo-tastic night of sexy dudes shakin' their bulges and getting wet in their undies for $100 prize (contest at midnight), and dance beats spun by DJ DAMnation. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Fuego @ The Watergarden, San Jose

Weekly event, with Latin music, half-off locker fees and Latin men, at the South Bay private men's bath house. $8-$39. Reg hours 24/7. 18+. 1010 The Alameda. (408) 275-1215. www.thewatergarden.com

Funny Fun @ Club 21, Oakland

LGBT comedy night hosted by Dan Mires. $10. 8pm. 2111 Franklin St. Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Game Night @ Brewcade

The arcade beer bar presents Ruhstaller Brewing and special beers. 6pm. 2200 Market St. www.brewcadesf.com

Gym Class @ Hi Tops

Enjoy cheap/free whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

In Living Color @ Oasis

Honey Mahogany and Dulce De Leche's new live cabaret show. $15. 9:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. www.sfoasis.com

Karaoke Night @ Club BnB, Oakland

Sing your heart out at the free lively night. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Mary Go Round @ Lookout

Suppositori Spelling, Mercedez Munro and Holotta Tymes host the weekly night with DJ Philip Grasso, gogo guys, drink specials, and drag acts. 10pm-2am. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

The Monster Show @ The Edge

The dearly missed Cookie Dough's weekly drag show continues, with gogo guys and hilarious fun. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

My So-Called Night @ Beaux

Carnie Asada hosts a new weekly '90s-themed video, dancin', drinkin' night, with VJs Jorge Terez. Get down with your funky bunch, and enjoy 90-cent drinks. '90s-themed attire and costume contest. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Nap's Karaoke @ Virgil's Sea Room

Sing out loud at the weekly least judgmental karaoke in town, hosted by the former owner of the bar. No cover. 9pm. 3152 Mission St. 829-2233. www.virgilssf.com

Nightlife @ California Academy of Sciences

Themed event nights at the fascinating nature museum, with DJed dancing, cocktails, fish, frogs, food and fun. $10-$12. 6pm-10pm, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. 379-8000. www.calacademy.org

Sideshow Science @ Exploratorium

The monthly After Dark program shares the museum exhibits, with cocktails, demos and nightlife fun for adults. $10-$15. 6pm-10pm. Pier 15 at Embarcadero. www.exploratorium.org

Thirsty Thursdays @ The Cafe

Drink specials, Top 40, gogo studs and no cover. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge

Disco guru DJ Bus Station John spins grooves at the intimate retro music night. $4. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

VIP @ Club 21, Oakland?

Hip Hop, Top 40, and sexy Latin music; gogo dancers, appetizers, and special guest DJs. No cover before 11pm and just $5 after all night. Dancing 9pm-3am. Happy hour 4pm-8:30pm 2111 Franklin St. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Whoa Nellies @ SF Eagle

The rockin's retro fun band, including veteran musicians Peter Fogel and Leigh Crowe, perform at the famed leather bar's music night. $8. 9:30pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Friday, April 3

Beach Blanket Babylon @ Club Fugazi

The musical comedy revue celebrates its 40th year with an ever-changing lineup of political and pop culture icons, all in gigantic wigs. $25-$160. 678 Beach Blanket Babylon Blvd (Green St.). 421-4222. www.beachblanketbabylon.com

Boy Bar @ The Cafe

Gus Presents' weekly dance night, with DJ Kid Sysko, hotty gogos and $2 beer (before 10pm). 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

First Fridays @ Downtown Oakland

The monthly arts and outdoor nightlife and food fest returns. 5pm-9pm. Telegraph Ave. from West Grand to 27th St. www.oaklandfirstfridays.org

Friday Night @ de Young Museum

Nightlife events at the museum take on different themes, cash bar and live entertainment. $5-$16. 5:30pm-9pm. 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive. www.deyoung.famsf.org

Happy Friday @ Midnight Sun

The popular video bar ends each work week with gogo guys (starting at 9pm) and drink specials. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Latin Explosion @ Club 21, Oakland

The festive gogo-filled dance club, with host Lulu, features Latin pop dance hits with DJs Speedy Douglas Romero and Fabricio; no cover before 10pm. Enjoy the club's new third dance floor. $6-$12. 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St., Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Manimal @ Beaux

Gogo-tastic dance night starts off your weekend. $5. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Midnight Show @ Divas

Weekly drag shows at the last transgender-friendly bar in the Polk; with hosts Victoria Secret, Alexis Miranda and several performers. Also Saturdays. $10. 11pm. 1081 Polk St. www.divassf.com

Polyglamorous @ Oasis

The groovy DJ crew hosts a fundraiser for BAAAHS (Big-Ass Amazingly Awesome Homosexual Sheep), featuring BAAAHS DJs Everett Wayne, Mark O'Brien, and M*J*R. $7-$10. 9pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Red Hots Burlesque @ El Rio

The saucy women's burlesque revue's weekly weekend show; different musical guests each week. $10. 7:30pm. 3158 Mission St. 672-4735. Also Wed nights at Oasis. www.redhotsburlesque.com www.elriosf.com

Rock Fag @ Hole in the Wall

Enjoy hard rock and punk music from DJ Don Baird at the wonderfully divey SoMa bar. 12pm-2am. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Sing-Along Jesus Christ Superstar @ Victoria Theatre

The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence and Bad Flower Productions present the fourth annual screening of the classic rock musical about Jesus' last weeks, with Storm Miguel Florez, a wild costume contest, Chunky Jesus contest, and an ASL interpreter. Partial proceeds benefit the Trans March. $15-$35. 7pm. 2961 16th St. http://singalongjcs2015.brownpapertickets.com/

The Soiled Dove @ Inner Mission

An immersive, circus-infused culinary extravaganza set in San Francisco's notorious Barbary Coast red light district, with aerial performances, live music and a four-course dinner. 21+. $120. Fri & Sat 8pm. Thru April 4. 633 Florida St. 310-9238. www.TheSoiledDove.com

Some Thing @ The Stud

Mica Sigourney and pals' weekly offbeat drag performance night. 10pm-2am. 399 9th St. www.studsf.com

Veronica Klaus @ Oasis

The smooth chanteuse, accompanied by the Tammy Hall Trio, performs Spring Affair, her new cabaret show, with music from her recent CDs. $20. 7:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Saturday, April 4

Country Dancing @ Beatbox

Sundance Saloon's monthly SoMa edition of two-stepping and line dancing. (usually 1st Sat.). $8. 6pm-9:30pm. 314 11th St. www.sundancesaloon.org www.beatboxsf.com

Beer Bust @ Hole in the Wall Saloon

Beer only $8 until you bust. 4pm-8pm. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Beer Bust @ SF Eagle

The classic leather bar's most popular Sunday daytime event now also takes place on Saturdays. 3pm-6pm. 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

La Bota Loca @ Club 21, Oakland

DJed tunes, gogo hotties, drag shows, drink specials, all at Oakland's premiere Latin nightclub and weekly cowboy night. $10-$15. Dancing 9pm-4am. 2111 Franklin St. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Club Rimshot @ Club BNB, Oakland

Get groovin' at the weekly hip hop and R&B night at their new location. $8-$15. 9pm to 4am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Cocktailgate @ Truck

Suppositori Spelling's wacky weekly drag show at the cute lil gay bar. 10pm-2am. 1900 Folsom St. 571-0925. www.trucksf.com

Frolic's Menagerie @ F8

The fursuit fun group merges with an leather/bondage gear-themed night for a night of animal costumes and kink. Costumes and gear encouraged, but not required. $4-$8. 8pm-2am. 1192 Folsom St. www.frolicparty.com/menagerie

Go Bang! @ The Stud

Steve Fabus and Sergio Fedasz' disco groovy dance party, with guest DJs Imfromull (U.K.) and Timoteo Gigante & Gordo Cabeza. $10. 9pm-3am. 399 9th St. www.GoBangSF.com www.studsf.com

Jimmy James @ Oasis

The talented singer, known for impressions of Cher, Billie Holiday, Bette Davis, Eartha Kitt, Stevie Nicks, Diana Ross, even Elvis Presley , performs. $20-$30. 7:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Mother @ Oasis

Heklina's weekly drag show night at the fabulous renovated SoMa nightclub; plus DJ MC2 and guests. April 4: a Beyonce tribute night. $10. 10pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Sex & Drags & Rock n Roll @ Midnight Sun

Mutha Chucka's racously fun drag and sketch comedy night take son Real Gay Mafia Housewives of San Francisco, with Qween, Sugah Betes, Miss Rahni, Phatima and more. 10pm-2am. 4067 18th St. www.MuthaChucka.com www.midnightsunsf.com

Sugar @ The Cafe

Dance, drink, cruise at the Castro club. 9pm-2am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Sunday, April 5

Beer, Booze and Bonnets @ 440

Drink up and raise funds for the AIDS LifeCycle when you buy one of more than 70 beautiful easter bonnets! 12pm-4pm. 440 Castro St. www.the440.com

Beer Bust @ Lone Star Saloon

The ursine crowd converges for beer and fun. 4pm-8pm. 1354 Harrison St. www.lonestarsf.com

Beer Bust @ SF Eagle

The classic leather bar's most popular Sunday daytime event in town draws the menfolk. 3pm-6pm. Now also on Saturdays! 398 12th St. at Harrison. www.sf-eagle.com

Big Top @ Beaux

Joshua J.'s homo disco circus night, with guest DJs and performers, hotty gogo guys and drink specials. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.BeauxSF.com

Brunch @ Hi Tops

Enjoy crunchy sandwiches and mimosas, among other menu items, at the popular sports bar. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

DILF Comedy Night @ Pa'ina Lounge

Hella Gay Comedy's night of straight male comics (Matt Gubser, Bryant Hicks, Tommy Arnold, Butch Escobar and Ira Summer) stand-up. $10. 21+. 2-item minimum. 7pm. 1865 Post St. at Webster. 829-2642. www.painasf.com

Easter with The Sisters @ Golden Gate Park

Dolores Park is half under construction by crews, and half under destruction by teeming hordes. Buck that trend at the annual Easter concert and outdoor show with the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.; Foxy Mary and Hunky Jesus contests, with performances by Red Hots Burlesque, Empress Khmera Rouge, Kippy Marks, Sundance Saloon, Fou Fou Ha, The Monster Show, Momma's Boyz, Gayc/DC and more. 11am (Kids' Easter), 12pm-4pm. Hellman Hollow. www.thesisters.org

GlamaZone @ The Cafe

Pollo del Mar's weekly drag shows takes on different themes with a comic edge. 8:30-11:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Jock @ The Lookout

The weekly jock-ular fun continues, with special sports team fundraisers. This week, Easter with AIDS LifeCycle Team Unpopular, and a delicious brunch spread from Terrilas House Catering. $2. 11:30-3:30pm. Dancing 3pm-7pm with DJ Guy Ruben and Russ Rich, with gogo jocks. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Liquid Brunch @ Beaux

No cover, no food, just drinks (Mimosas, Bloody Marys, etc.) and music. 2pm-9pm. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Royal Tea @ Oasis

Gus Presents' Easter Sunday tea dance, with DJ Casey Alva. $15-$20. 6pm-2am. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Salsa Sundays @ El Rio

Salsa dancing for LGBT folks and friends, with live merengue and cumbia bands; tapas and donations that support local causes. 2nd & 4th Sundays. 3pm-8pm. 3158 Mission St. 282-3325. www.elriosf.com

Sundance Saloon @ Space 550

Dance it up at the popular twice-weekly country-western dance night that includes line-dancing, two-stepping and lessons. $5. 5pm-10:30pm. Also Thursdays 6:30pm-10:30pm. 550 Barneveld Ave. at Industrial. www.sundancesaloon.org

Sunday Brunch, Xtravaganza @ Balancoire

Weekly live music shows with host Galilea and various acts, along with brunch, mimosas, champagne and more, at the stylish nightclub and restaurant; shows at 12:30pm, 1:30pm and 2:45pm. After that, T-Dance drag shows at 7pm, 10pm and 11pm. 2565 Mission St. at 21st. 920-0577. www.balancoiresf.com

Sunday's a Drag @ Starlight Room

Donna Sachet hosts the weekly fabulous brunch and drag show. $45. 11am, show at noon; 1:30pm, show at 2:30pm. 450 Powell St. in Union Square. 395-8595. www.starlightroomsf.com

Monday, April 6

Ben Rimalower @ Oasis

The comic storyteller performs two shows back to back: $20-$35. Patti Issues (7pm) and Bad With Money (8:30pm). Also April 7. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Cock and Bull Mondays @ Hole in the Wall Saloon

Specials on drinks made with Cock and Bull ginger ale (Jack and Cock, Russian Mule, and more). 8pm-closing. 1369 Folsom St. 431-4695. www.hitws.com

Drag Mondays @ The Cafe

Mahlae Balenciaga and DJ Kidd Sysko's weekly drag and dance night, 2014's last of the year. 9pm-1am. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Epic Karaoke @ White Horse, Oakland

Mondays and Tuesdays popular weekly sing-along night. No cover. 8:30pm-1am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com

Irish Dance Night @ Starry Plough, Berkeley

Weekly dance lessons and live music at the pub-restaurant, hosted by John Slaymaker. $5. 7pm. 3101 Shattuck Ave., Berkeley. www.thestarryplough.com

Karaoke @ The Lookout

Paul K hosts the amateur singing night. 8pm-2am. 3600 16th St. at Market. www.lookoutsf.com

Mahogany Mondays @ Midnight Sun

Honey Mahogany's weekly drag and musical talent show starts around 10pm. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Mash Up Mondays @ Club BnB, Oakland

Weekly Karaoke and open mic night; RuPaul's Drag Race screenings, too. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Monday Musicals @ The Edge

Sing along at the popular musical theatre night; also Wednesdays. 7pm-2am. 2 for 1 cocktail, 5pm-closing. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Name That Beat @ Toad Hall

BeBe Sweetbriar hosts a weekly musical trivia challenge and drag show. 8:30-11:30pm. 4146 18th St. at Castro. www.toadhallbar.com

No No Bingo @ Virgil's Sea Room

Mica Sigourney and Tom Temprano cohost the wacky weekly game night at the cool Mission bar. 8pm. 3152 Mission St. www.virgilssf.com

Opulence @ Beaux

New weekly dance night, with Jocques, DJs Tori, Twistmix and Andre. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Piano Bar 101 @ Martuni's

Sing-along night with talented locals, and charming accompanist Joe Wicht (aka Trauma Flintstone). 9pm. 4 Valencia St. at Market. www.dragatmartunis.com

Underwear Night @ 440

Strip down to your skivvies at the popular men's night. 9pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com

Tuesday, April 7

Block Party @ Midnight Sun

Weekly screenings of music videos, concert footage, interviews and more, of popular pop stars. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Bombshell Betty & Her Burlesqueteers @ Elbo Room

The weekly burlesque show of women dancers shaking their bonbons includes live music. $10. 9pm. 647 Valencia St. 552-7788. www.elbo.com

Cock Shot @ Beaux

Shot specials and adult Bingo games, with DJs Chad Bays and Riley Patrick, at the new weekly night. No cover. 9pm-2am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Fleetwood Mac @ Oracle Arena, Oakland

The 70s supergroup is back on tour. $60-$230. 8pm. 7000 Coliseum Way, Oakland. www.ticketmaster.com

Funny Tuesdays @ Harvey's

Ronn Vigh hosts the weekly LGBT and gay-friendly comedy night. One-drink or menu item minimum. 9pm. 500 Castro St. at 18th. 431-HARV. www.harveyssf.com

Gay Skate Night @ Church on 8 Wheels

LGBT night at the former Sacred Heart Church-turned disco roller skate party space, hosted by John D. Miles, the "Godfather of Skate." Actually, every night is gay-friendly, including Saturday's Black Rock night (Burning Man garb encouraged). Also Wed, Thu, 7pm-10pm. Sat afternoon sessions 1pm-2:30pm and 3pm-5:30pm. $10. Kids 12 and under $5. Skate rentals $5. 554 Fillmore St at Fell. www.churchof8wheels.com

Ink & Metal @ Powerhouse

Show off your tattoos and piercings at the weekly cruisy SoMa bar night. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Meow Mix @ The Stud

The weekly themed variety cabaret showcases new and unusual talents; MC Ferosha Titties. $3-$7. Show at 11pm. 9pm-2am. 399 9th St. at Harrison. www.studsf.com

Naked Night @ Nob Hill Theatre

Strip down with the strippers at the cruisy adult theatre and arcade; free beverages. $20. 8pm. 729 Bush St. at Powell. 397-6758. www.thenobhilltheatre.com

National Beer Day @ Lookout

Enjoy select beers with DJ Riley Patrick, and pop-up restuaranteur Mam Knows. 3:30pm-2am. 3600 16th St. www.lookoutsf.com

Retro Night @ 440 Castro

Jim Hopkins plays classic pop oldies, with vintage music videos. 9pm-2am. 44 Castro St. www.the440.com

Showdown @ Folsom Foundry

Weekly game night for board and electronic gamers at the warehouse multi-purpose nightclub. 21+. 6pm-12am. 1425 Folsom St. www.showdownesports.com

Switch @ Q Bar

Weekly women's night at the stylish intimate bar. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.QbarSF.com

Trivia Night @ Hi Tops

Play the trivia game at the popular new sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Una Noche @ Club BnB, Oakland

Vicky Jimenez' drag show and contest; Latin music all night. 9pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Underwear Night @ Club OMG

Weekly underwear night includes free clothes check, and drink specials; different hosts each week. $3. 10pm-2am. Preceded by Open Mic Comedy, 7pm, no cover. 43 6th St. www.clubomgsf.com

Wednesday, April 8

Booty Call @ QBar

Juanita More! and her weekly intimate -yet packed- dance party. $10-$15. 9pm-2am. 456 Castro St. www.qbarsf.com

Bondage a GoGo @ Cat Club

The (mostly straight) kinky weekly dance night, where fetish gear is welcome; DJs Damon and Tomas Diablo play electro, goth, industrial, etc. 9:30pm-2:30am. 1190 Folsom St. www.bondage-a-go-go.com

Bottoms Up Bingo @ Hi Tops

Play board games and win offbeat prizes at the popular sports bar. 9pm. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

B.P.M. @ Club BnB, Oakland

Olga T and Shugga Shay's weekly queer women and men's R&B hip hop and soul night, at the club's new location. No cover. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway, Oakland. www.bench-and-bar.com

Dream Queens Revue @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge

Classic drag show with Collette LeGrande, Ruby Slippers, Sophilya Leggz, Bobby Ashton, Sheena Rose, Kipper, and Joie de Vivre. No cover. 9:30pm. 2nd & 4th wed. 133 Turk st. 441-2922. www.dreamqueensrevue.com

Miss Kitty's Trivia Night @ Wild Side West

The weekly fun night at the Bernal Heights bar includes prizes, hosted by Kitty Tapata. No cover. 7pm-10pm. 424 Cortland St. 647-3099. www.wildsidewest.com

Open Mic/Comedy @ SF Eagle

Kollin Holts hosts the weekly comedy and open mic talent night. 6pm-8pm. 398 12th St. www.sf-eagle.com

Pussy Party @ Beaux

Weekly women's happy hour, with all-women music and live performances, 2 for 1 drinks, and no cover. 5pm-9am. 2344 Market St. www.beauxsf.com

Rainbow Skate @ Redwood Roller Rink

Weekly LGBT and friends skate night, with groovy disco music and themed events. $9. 8pm-10:30pm. 1303 Main Street, Redwood City. www.rainbowskate.net www.facebook.com/rainbowskating/

Red Hots Burlesque @ Oasis

The saucy women's burlesque revue has moved to the new SoMa nightclub; different musical guests each week. $10-$20. Wednesdays at 8:30pm-11:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

So You Think You Can Gogo? @ Toad Hall

The weekly dancing competition for gogo wannabes. 9pm. cash prizes, $2 well drinks (2 for 1 happy hour til 9pm). Show at 9pm. 4146 18th St. www.toadhallbar.com

Trivia Night @ Harvey's

BeBe Sweetbriar hosts a weekly night of trivia quizzes and fun and prizes; no cover. 8pm-1pm. 500 Castro St. 431-4278. www.harveyssf.com

Way Back @ Midnight Sun

Weekly screenings of vintage music videos and retro drink prices. Check out the new expanded front window lounge. 9pm-2am. 4067 18th St. 861-4186. www.midnightsunsf.com

Wooden Nickel Wednesday @ 440

Buy a drink and get a wooden nickle good for another. 12pm-2am. 440 Castro St. 621-8732. www.the440.com

Wrangler Wednesday @ Rainbow Cattle Company, Guerneville

The Russian River bar's country music night attracts cowboys and those who like to ride 'em. 8pm-1am. 16220 Main St., Guerneville. (707) 869-0206. www.queersteer.com

Thursday, April 9

Bulge @ Powerhouse

Grace Towers hosts the weekly gogo-tastic night of sexy dudes shakin' their bulges and getting wet in their undies for $100 prize (with a contest at midnight), and dance beats spun by DJ DAMnation. 10pm-2am. 1347 Folsom St. www.powerhousebar.com

Funny Fun @ Club 21, Oakland

Weekly LGBT and straight comedy night hosted by Dan Mires. $10. 8pm. 2111 Franklin St. Oakland. (510) 268-9425. www.club21oakland.com

Gym Class @ Hi Tops

Enjoy cheap whiskey shots from jock-strapped hotties and sexy sports videos at the popular new sports bar. 10pm-2am. 2247 Market St. 551-2500. www.HiTopsSF.com

Ian Harvie @ Oasis

Stand-up comedy with the costar of the Golden Globe Award-winning Amazon.com series Transparent. $20. 7pm & 9:30pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. class=cfphone> 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

Karaoke Night @ Club BnB, Oakland

Sing your heart out at the free lively night. 8pm-2am. 2120 Broadway. (510) 759-7340. www.club-bnb.com

Karaoke Night @ Club OMG

Dana leads the weekly amateur singing night. 8pm. No cover. 43 6th St. 896-6473. www.clubomgsf.com

Mazel Top @ Oasis

The gay Jewish social mixer returns for a Passover affair. $5-$7. 8pm. 298 11th St. at Folsom. 795-3180. www.sfoasis.com

The Monster Show @ The Edge

The dearly missed Cookie Dough's weekly drag show with gogo guys. $5. 9pm-2am. 4149 18th St. at Collingwood. www.edgesf.com

Nightlife @ California Academy of Sciences

Themed event nights at the fascinating nature museum, with DJed dancing, cocktails, fish, frogs, food and fun. $10-$12. 6pm-10pm, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park. 379-8000. www.calacademy.org

Steve Tyrell @ Feinstein's at the Nikko

The Grammy-winning vocalist perfroms in a special two-week engagement at the elegant intimate cabaret nightclub. $ 8pm. Thu & Fri 8pm. Sat & Sun 7pm. Thru April 19. Hotel Nikko, 222 Mason St. (866) 663-1063. www.stevetyrell.com www.ticketweb.com

Thirsty Thursdays @ The Cafe

Drink specials, Top 40, gogo studs and no cover 2for 1 cocktails til 10:30pm. 2369 Market St. www.cafesf.com

Thump @ White Horse, Oakland

Weekly electro music night with DJ Matthew Baker and guests. 9pm-2am. 6551 Telegraph Ave, (510) 652-3820. www.whitehorsebar.com

Tubesteak Connection @ Aunt Charlie's Lounge

Enjoy retro disco tunes and a fun diverse crowd, each Thursday, with DJ Bus Station John. $4. 10pm-2am. 133 Turk St. at Taylor. www.auntcharlieslounge.com

Want your nightlife event listed? Email [email protected], at least two weeks before your event. Event photos welcome.

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