San Francisco - September 28, 2006

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Rack up the miles on your credit card, not your gas-guzzler.

SEE
Sixth Annual Bicycle Film Festival
What: An ode to two-wheeled transportation, with Peter Sutherland’s doc Pedal and complimentary bike valet.
Why: You were born to ride.
When: Opening night party, Thurs., 9 p.m.; festival, Fri. & Sat.
Where: Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th St., at Mission St. (415-863-7576). Festival passes online at acteva.com.

The U.S. Vs. John Lennon
What: The real story behind how and why the American government tried to silence the beloved Beatle/antiwar activist/inspirational icon.
Why: Give peace a chance.
When: Opens Fri.
Where: For theaters, go to moviefone.com.

BUY
Appel & Frank Babes & Babies
What: Gifts, clothing, and accessories for you and your munchkin pals; a portion of the proceeds goes to DrawBridge, an arts program for homeless kids.
Why: Mama said knock you out.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Where: JCC of San Francisco, Kanbar Hall, 3200 California St., at Presidio Ave.

North Beach Indian Summer Blowout
What: Discounts on items from AB Fits, Delilah Crown, In Lieu, Mixed Use, Ooma, and Pixie.
Why: Get it while it’s hot.
When: Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 1450 Grant Ave., at Union St. (415-627-6963).

EAT
Tallgrass Beef
What: Grass-fed steaks from Kansas get the Polynesian treatment.
Why: Beef. It’s what’s for dinner.
When: Thru Jan.
Where: Trader Vic’s, 555 Golden Gate Ave., b/t Polk St. & Van Ness Ave. (415-775-6300).