If you read Monica’s post about Workshop on Saturday, then you know that BAS loves DIY.  And the more the merrier, so here is another DIY hub in the East Bay. In the heart of the Oakland art scene is a little hole in the wall called the Rock Paper

This 1851 photo of SF just slightly predates stop motion videography. My very talented friend Tony Benna just sent this to me and I thought all you SF head would dig it.  It’s crazy stop motion video shot with a miniature San Francisco at night.  It’s apparently some kind of

The Castro is known for many things. Referred to as ‘œAmerica’s anus’ by Dave Chappelle, it’s a cozy little spot where you can pretty much get away with whatever you want. With all of the bright lights, countless bars and fairies skipping around the streets, I like to think of

I was told this piece had the potential of being quite funny.  But see, the funniest (read: most embarrassing) thing I could think of about bluegrass is that starting at age 12 (complete with braces), I won the blue ribbon 3 years in a row at the Marin County Fair

Thanks to Riley at the Guardian for this last minute info! Join this little mixer at Isotope to meet your favourite ladies of the rink who put their blood, sweat and tears into every derby.  Throw a few back and sign up for an advance screening of the new Ellen

Frank Lloyd Wright is probably the most famous and inventive American architect.  Real architecture folks might not agree, but I don’t really care about their opinions.  His work is known for blending into its surroundings to make the structure look like it occurred naturally.  Although he designed many buildings and

Ike’s has gotten crowded. REAL crowded. Man V. Food can definitely do that to a place. Even though the lines are longer than ever, Ike is sweetening the deal with his awesome smile and a happy hour deal for all of his favorite customers. Order any sandwich between the house