San Francisco - August 27, 2009

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Inside out, round and round.

SNACK
Eat Real Festival
What: Cross the bridge to Oakland for this free fest of sustainable street food, artisanal snacks, and fresh summer produce. Did we mention there’s a beer shed?
Why: Get real, people.
When: Fri., 4-9 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Jack London Square, Broadway, at Embarcadero, Oakland.

LISTEN
Outside Lands Music & Arts Festival
What: The three-day music extravaganza in Golden Gate Park returns with an all-star lineup featuring headliners Pearl Jam, Tenacious D, and Dave Matthews Band.
Why: What would you say?
When: Fri., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat., 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10:30 a.m.-9:20 p.m.
Where: Polo Field, Speedway Meadow, and Lindley Meadow in Golden Gate Park. Tickets online at sfoutsidelands.com.

CHILL
SenSpa’s BFF Package
What: Take a pal to the luxe Presidio spa and you both get a Muscle Refresher massage or Presidio Land and Sea facial for $99.
Why: Friendship has its benefits.
When: Thru Sept. 3.
Where: 1161 Gorgas Ave. (415-441-1777).

LAUGH
Killing My Lobster Patronizes the Arts
What: The local comedy troupe turns its sharp sense of humor to artistic inspiration, with sketches on an art therapy session at San Quentin Prison and how indie bands pick their names.
Why: Who can resist a big (artistic) endowment?
When: Thru Sept. 13. Thurs. & Fri., 8 p.m.; Sat., 7 & 10 p.m.; Sun., 7 p.m.
Where: Traveling Jewish Theatre, 470 Florida St., at Mariposa St. (415-292-1233). Tickets online at killingmylobster.com.

DESIGN
Style Your Sole
What: Create your very own pair of white Toms and feel good about it: For every pair of kicks sold, Toms will donate shoes to a child in need.
Why: You’re a sole sister.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Azalea Boutique, 411 Hayes St., at Gough St. (415-861-9888).

REJOICE
Limón Restaurant Reopens
What: The Mission’s Peruvian favorite reopens its doors after more than a yearlong recovery from a fire.
Why: Sangria, ceviche, and lomo saltado, oh my!
When: Thurs., 5:00 p.m.
Where: 524 Valencia St., at 16th St. (415-252-0918).