San Francisco - October 05, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Book ’em, Dan-o.

HEAR
Litquake
What: Nine-day literary extravaganza features readings and talks by more than 300 local authors including Dave Eggers, Beth Lisick, and Sean Wilsey.
Why: Take it literally.
When: Thru Oct. 14. Starts Fri.
Where: Schedule and venue info online at litquake.org.

DO
Shane Sparks S-Style Hip-Hop Dance Workshop
What: Learn how to bust a move with choreographers like So You Think You Can Dance judge Shane Sparks.
Why: You got served.
When: Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: San Jose DanceSport Center, 1824 Hillsdale Ave. (408-264-9393).

SEE
The Canine Film Festival
What: A weekend of furry-friend flicks like Old Yeller, The Adventures of Milo and Otis, and Best in Show; all proceeds go to PAWS, a volunteer organization that subsidizes supplies for pet owners with HIV/AIDS.
Why: It’s a dog-day afternoon.
When: Sat. & Sun.
Where: The Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St., at Market St. (415-621-6120). Showtimes online at caninefilmfest.org.

EAT
CUESA’s Fourth Annual Sunday Supper Fundraiser
What: Five-course family-style meal prepared collaboratively by more than 40 of the Bay Area’s top chefs using local, sustainable ingredients from the Ferry Plaza Farmer’s Market.
Why: Soup’s on.
When: Sun., 6-10:30 p.m.
Where: Ferry Building, Grand Hall, 1 Ferry Bldg. (415-693-0996). Tickets at 415-291-3276 ext. 103. 

BUY
Manika Jewelry
What: Brand new gem boutique specializing in local fine jewelers like Anne Meplon and Deborah Durant and serving truffles and champagne (today only).
Why: You’re over the little blue box. 
When: Tues.-Fri., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. 
Where: 11 Maiden Ln., b/t Kearny St. & Grant Ave. (415-399-1990).