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The Weekend Guide

lydali!

Down the hatch.

SHOP
Lydali Cocktail Party
What: The SF-based online boutique, which sources jewelry, accessories, and housewares from international artisans, invites shoppers to browse while sipping champagne.
Why: Can’t make the bash? Hip new design clubhouse Makeshift Society hosts a pop-up with Lydali products for sale all month.
When: Tonight, 6-8 p.m.
Where: 235 Gough St., at Fell St. (415-625-3220).

LEARN
Design Resolutions: Six Principles of Good Design
What: While away the winter hours indoors; learn to reduce clutter, properly light a room, and decorate on a budget.
Why: The team of experts comes from none other than Dwell.
When: Tonight, 6-8 p.m.
Where: Zinc Details, 1905 Fillmore St., at Bush St. (415-776-2100). Admission is free with R.S.V.P. at eventbrite.com.

LOOK
Reflection: 100
What: It’s been a century since the California College of the Arts began offering classes; this new exhibit celebrates the best metalwork from its world-renowned program.
Why: Jewelry and sculpture from 1911 to the present day, including work by CCA alumni and faculty.
When: Thru Feb. 14. Mon.-Fri., 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: Tecoah Bruce Gallery, Oliver Art Center, California College of the Arts, 5212 Broadway, at 51st St., Oakland (510-594-3600).

PARTY
F3
What: Oakland art collective Cotton Mill Studios throws open its doors (those of a former factory) for champagne, an art exhibit, and a design bazaar with 25 local artisans.
Why: After you browse, head downstairs for a show from rockers Jukebox Nightmare, then grab a bite from Five Ten Burger or Fist of Flour Pizza, which will have trucks stationed outside.
When: Fri., 6-10 p.m.
Where: 1091 Calcot Pl., at 22nd Ave., Oakland (510-338-7962).

EAT
Dine About Town
What: SF’s answer to Restaurant Week brings $19 two- or three-course lunch menus and $37 three-course dinner menus.
Why: Check out the city’s hotspots without breaking the bank.
When: Thru Jan. 31.
Where: Spruce, 1300 on Fillmore, Sociale, 54 Mint, both locations of Dosa, Maverick, and many more. Check out the full list.

Photos: Courtesy of Lydali 

Location
Cotton Mills Studios
1091 Calcot Pl
@ 22nd Ave
Oakland, CA 94606
510-338-7962
Oliver Arts Center
5212 Broadway Terrace
@ 51st St
Oakland, CA 94618
510-594-3600
235 Gough St
bt Oak & Fell Sts
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-625-3220
Zinc Details
1905 Fillmore St
bt Bush & Pine Sts
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-776-2100
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