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  • DogFest – Pet Parade and Carnival at Duboce Park, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    DogFest - Pet Parade and Carnival at Duboce Park, San Francisco, CA, USA
    DogFest – Pet Parade and Carnival at Duboce Park, San Francisco, CA, USA

    WHEN: Saturday, April 18, 2015, 11am-4pm.
    WHERE: Duboce Park, San Francisco, CA 94114.
    WHO: Dogs and kids of all ages and their parents.

    DogFest is a celebration of dogs and kids benefitting SFUSD McKinley Elementary School, a K-5 public school at Castro and 14th Streets. The festival offers something for dogs, kids, and parents of both breeds.

    Watch doggies compete for Best Trick, Best Costume, Best Ears, Best Bark and more, with celebrity emcee Daniel Handler, official representative of Lemony Snicket.

    మా నగరములో శునకముల పండగ చూడండి. మంచి దుస్తులతో మనుషులతో పోటిపడుతాయి. మరలా వాటికి పందాలు కూడా – మంచి మెళుకువలు(ట్రిక్), మంచి దుస్తులు, మంచి చెవులు, మంచి మొరుగు(బార్క్). శునకములకు కావల్సినవన్ని దొరుకుతాయి ఈ పండుగలో.

    All Day Events

    * Silent Auction
    * Chow Zone
    * Rescue Zone
    * Pet Care and Adoption
    * Kid Carnival
    * Vendor Marketplace
    * Raffle Ticket Sales

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  • Earth Day Festival, San Francisco, CA, USA

    Earth Day Festival, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Earth Day Festival, San Francisco, CA, USA

    Saturday, April 18, 2015 – 10 am to 7 pm. 22nd Street (between Mission and Valencia), Free.

    This 45th Anniversary event will feature inspirational speakers from the green movement, hands-on DIY and Art projects for all ages, eco fashion shows, a clean energy and electric vehicle showcase, a holistic wellness area, three stages of music and performance, an eco-kid zone, scores of proactive green non-profits, earth friendly product exhibitors and lots more.

    అమెరికాలో భూమి దినము(ధరిత్రి దినోత్సవం) ను ఏప్రిల్ 22న జరుపుకొంటారు. భూమిని పచ్చగా ఎలా ఉంచాలొ తెలుపుతారు. భూమి గురించి తెలుసుకోవటానికి మరియు మెచ్చుకోవటానికి ఈ రోజును సంకల్పించారు. మా బే ఏరియా మహ నగరం లో ఇలా  జరుపుకున్నారు.

    * Main Stage: Mother Earth Stage

    Rupa and the April Fishes, Bayonics, Boca do Rio, People Power Band.

    * Planet Dance Stage

    Gabriel and Dresden, Forest Green, Jimmy Bell.

    * Other Activities

    ** Internationally Recognized Speakers including:
    – John W. Roulac is the founder and CEO of Nutiva
    – Stacy Malkan is a co-founder of the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics and author of the award-winning book, Not Just a Pretty Face: The Ugly Side of the Beauty Industry.
    – MonaLisa Wallace, Esq. is a Bay Area civil and environmental rights activist.

    ** Eco-Fashion Show: throughout the day, plus earth-friendly designs on display
    ** Artists Grove
    ** Permaculture and Green DIY Zone
    ** Clean Energy Zone
    ** Gen Y Empowerment Zone
    ** Kids Zone: AcroSports workshops and Earth Peace Mandala making

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  • Cesar Chavez Holiday Parade(Mission District), San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Cesar Chavez Holiday Parade(Mission District), San Francisco, CA, USA
    Cesar Chavez Holiday Parade(Mission District), San Francisco, CA, USA

    Parade and Festival date: Saturday, April 18, 2015.

    Commemorate and Celebrate the Life and Work of Labor and Civil Rights Leader – Cesar E. Chavez March 31, 1927 – April 23, 1993. Music, Entertainment, Arts and Crafts Booths.

    కార్మిక మరియు మానవ హక్కుల లాటిన్ అమెరికన్ నాయకుడు సీజర్ ఛావెజ్(మార్చ్ 31, 1927 – ఏప్రిల్ 23, 1993) పుట్టిన రోజు సందర్భంగా ఊరేగింపు

    10 a.m. – Assemble for Parade Dolores Park – 19th Street / Guerrero Street
    11 a.m. – PARADE
    12 p.m. – 5 pm 24th STREET FAIR – Between Treat Street and Bryant Street

    Cesar Chavez was an American farm worker, labor leader and civil rights activist, who, with Dolores Huerta, co-founded the National Farm Workers Association (later the United Farm Workers union, UFW).

    A Mexican American, Chavez became the best known Latino American civil rights activist, and was strongly promoted by the American labor movement, which was eager to enroll Hispanic members.

    Cesar Chavezs birthday, March 31, is a state holiday in California, Colorado, and Texas. In the Mission District of San Francisco, a Holiday Parade is held on the second weekend of April. The parade includes traditional native American dances, union visibility, local music groups, and stalls selling Latino products.

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  • Sightseeing Tour by Bus, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Sightseeing Tour by Bus, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Sightseeing Tour by Bus, San Francisco, CA, USA

    Sit back and enjoy the ride as you cruise through the city on an open-top bus and learn about San Franciscos unique history.

    You can hop-on and hop-off the bus to visit attractions before hopping back on-board to continue your journey.

    The tours main highlight is the journey over the fabled Golden Gate Bridge and the stunning views back across San Francisco Bay from Vista Point. Do not forget your camera to help capture some memorable moments.

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  • Bay Cruise Adventure, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Bay Cruise Adventure, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Bay Cruise Adventure, San Francisco, CA, USA

    Your trip to San Francisco is not complete without a cruise on the Bay. Blue and Gold Fleet operates the largest, safest and most environmentally friendly fleet. They offer a range of fun and fascinating cruises. Discover the beauty and grandeur of San Francisco Bay.

    This 60 minute Bay Cruise takes you past the famous PIER 39 sea lions and along San Franciscos historic waterfront, revealing the citys fascinating skyline. This comfortable Bay tour has both indoor and outdoor seating with full narration describing major landmarks as you sail by them.

    After you sail under the Golden Gate Bridge, you will circle Alcatraz Island and see every angle of this mysterious island.

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  • Hyatt Regency Tree and Atrium Lighting Celebration, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Hyatt Regency Tree and Atrium Lighting Celebration, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Hyatt Regency Tree and Atrium Lighting Celebration, San Francisco, CA, USA

    5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco, California, USA, 94111

    Celebrated the holidays at the Hyatt Regency Tree and Atrium Lighting Celebration at 7 pm on Friday, November 21, 2014, immediately following the Embarcadero Lighting Ceremony.

    The magical tree and interior lighting ceremony is one of the holiday traditions at Hyatt Regency. Do not miss out the moment to see all 300,000 cascading lights lit up the entire atrium on 11/21!

    The one hour program will feature MCs Jack and Charly from KOIT Radio and entertainment from:

    * Glide Memorial Choir
    * Meshuga Nutcracker, a humorous Klezmer-ized orchestration of Tchaikovskys Nutcracker Suite
    * Young Peoples Symphony Orchestra Brass Section

    Additionally, a Make A Wish kid will be in attendance to help flip the switch for the 300,000 lights that illuminate dramatic 17-story atrium lobby, culminating in the lighting of the 30-foot tree.

    Back by popular demand, the legendary Snow Village will be on display, encompassing over 1,000 pieces, ranging from traditional holiday-inspired collectibles to entertaining motion-oriented exhibits.

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  • Embarcadero Center – Building Lighting Ceremony and Carnival, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Embarcadero Center - Building Lighting Ceremony and Carnival, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Embarcadero Center – Building Lighting Ceremony and Carnival, San Francisco, CA, USA

    November 21 @ 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm – Free Event.

    4 Embarcadero Ctr, San Francisco, CA 94111.

    Embarcadero Center was brightening the holidays this year with the 28th Annual Building Lighting Ceremony andCarnival! A perfect event to share with the family, the Building Lighting Carnival kicked off at 4:00pm with a host of fun activities for the kids; including carnival games, face painting, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, cookie decorating, interactive arts and crafts booths, balloon twisters, musical performances, a very special appearance by Mickey Mouse, and more!

    At 5.30/6.00pm, gathered around the Holiday Ice Rink Presented by Hawaiian Airlines for live ice skating and musical performances, followed by a sneak peek performance from Disney on Ice presents Lets Celebrate! Then tilted head to the sky for a dazzling pyrotechnic (fireworks) spectacular, designed to complement the highlight of the evening – the initial lighting of Embarcadero Centers office towers, with a dramatic illumination of San Franciscos skyline, featuring 17,000 lights throughout the holiday season.

    So next time bring your kids, your cameras, and your holiday spirit, because the Building Lighting Ceremony and Carnival will be the must attend event of the holiday season!

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  • Annual Green Festival at Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Annual Green Festival at Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Annual Green Festival at Fort Mason Center, San Francisco, CA, USA

    * November 14th, 15th and 16th!
    * Location: Ft. Mason. 2 Marina Boulevard, San Francisco, CA 94123.

    The annual Green Festival can draw more than 30,000 people a day to learn about sustainability.

    Green Festival is a vibrant, dynamic marketplace where companies and organizations come to showcase their green products and services, and where people go to learn how to live healthier, more sustainable lives.

    Shuttles for the San Francisco Green Festival will run 9am – 7pm on 11/15 and 11/16 at the Civic Center BART Station across from the Hotel Whitcomb on the hour. And drop off at the Ft. Mason Firehouse.

    The Green Festival Community Award provides a $5,000 grant to the best community project selected by attendees before and during Green Festival. The awards are presented at each Green Festival event.

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  • Annual Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Annual Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Annual Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade, San Francisco, CA, USA

    Carnaval San Francisco is a beloved 3 day event featuring a Grand Parade and 2 day Festival, celebrating music and cultural elements from Latin American and Caribbean traditions.

    Now in its third decade of celebration, Carnaval San Francisco has been an opportunity for many cultures to come together in one spirit to share their creative expression. Joined 3-Day event starting with Carnaval San Francisco at the SF Giants Orange Friday. Then celebrated with them at their FREE 2 day family festival in San Franciscos Mission District over Memorial Day weekend, May 24th and May 25th, where they showcased the very best Latin American and Caribbean cultural arts and traditions. Carnaval San Francisco is the largest multi cultural celebration on the West Coast.

    On Sunday, May 25th, the Grand Parade started at 9:30am at the corner of 24th and Bryant Streets, where it proceeded West to Mission Street. From there, the parade heads North on Mission down to 17th Street, where it will turn East and flow into the Festival area.

    This years theme is La Rumba de la Copa Mundial – Celebration of the World Cup. San Franciscos Mission District will be bursting with soccer, international music, dance, global cuisine and arts and crafts from the many countries that celebrate Carnaval. The 2 day Festival took place on Harrison Street between 16th and 24th Streets and included all of these and other fun activities and entertainment on every street corner for the entire family to enjoy.

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  • Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco, CA, USA – Pictures

    Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco, CA, USA
    Fishermans Wharf, San Francisco, CA, USA

    As San Franciscos #1 visitor destination, they have a lot to offer out-of-towners and local Bay Area residents alike. The tangy salt air and fabulous views are just the beginning of a memorable experience.

    You will find the city’s freshest seafood at our world class restaurants. San Francisco’s rich seafaring history comes alive on our waterfront. Exciting cruises and tours begin at our doorstep.

    There is always something new and exciting to do at Fishermans Wharf.

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