It's been another newsy few days in North Beach. The week kicked off with a debate between District 3 supervisor candidates Julie Christensen, Wilma Pang, and Aaron Peskin, the latter of whom was also celebrated at a book launch.
In other literary news, Telegraph Hill local Ernie Beyl has just released his first book, Sketches From a North Beach Journal; we sat down with him to learn more about it. Not everyone is feeling the literary love, though: the planned closure of Vallejo for Poets Plaza construction has ruffled some neighbors' feathers.
On the upside, those seeking a place to use the restroom without purchasing a pricey latte now have a new option, as the SF Fire Department has agreed to open fire-station restrooms to the public from 9am-6pm.
Now that you're caught up, here's all the intel on what's going down in and around the neighborhood this weekend.
Saturday, September 19th
Big Book Sale: To help the SF Public Library raise $1 million to benefit its free programs, head on over to Fort Mason all weekend for the Big Book Sale from 10am-6pm. All books on Saturday will be $3 or less, and on Sunday, prices drop to a $1/book max. (2 Marina Blvd.)
Chinatown Moon Festival: Music, entertainment, food and cultural activities will be the theme at this year's Moon Festival on Saturday and Sunday this weekend, taking place on Grant Avenue between California Street and Broadway and Pacific Avenue between Stockton and Kearny. Check out this Hoodline feature for more.
The Emperor's New Groove: Head to the North Beach library for a family-friendly afternoon screening of The Emperor's New Groove (popcorn provided). Movie starts at 3pm (850 Columbus Ave.)
Jermaine Fowler: The stand-up comedian, who has performed on Orange is the New Black and Comedy Underground, will take the stage at for two sets at Punch Line Comedy Club, 7:30pm and 9:30pm. (444 Battery St.)
Iliza Shlesinger: The youngest comedian and only woman to hold the title of NBC's Last Comic Standing, Shlesinger will perform two sets at Cobb's Comedy Club, at 7:30pm and 9:45pm. (915 Columbus Ave.)
Mario Flores Latin Jazz Band: The Latin jazz-pop group will play a free show at Pier 23, starting at 8pm. (Pier 23, Embarcadero)
Nocona Album Release Party: The LA-based indie rock group celebrates the release of their new album with a performance at Doc's Lab. Bluegrass duo New American Farmers will open. (124 Columbus Ave.)
Sandor Moss: The SF-native jazz percussionist will perform at Rose Pistola, beginning at 9pm. (532 Columbus Ave.)
Shantytown: The "Soul and Roll" band performs for the second time this month at Tupelo on Saturday night starting at 9pm. (1337 Grant Ave.)
Take Out: The four-member Sacramento cover band will take the stage at Maggie McGarry's, starting at 10pm.(1353 Grant Ave.)
Unique SF Fall Market: 250 independent designers and artists from the SF area will present their clothing, accessories, stationery, jewelry, housewares, artwork, ceramics, gourmet edibles, bags and more for sale between 11am-6pm at Fort Mason's Festival Pavilion.
Sunday, September 20th
Andre Thierry: The Grammy-nominated accordion player and singer will perform a free show at Pier 23, starting at 5pm.
Chuy Gomez and For The People Comedy: Cobb's Comedy Club presents the Hot 105.7's DJ's show The Funny Drop—a show with top comedians, musical guests, and local artists—at 7:30pm.
Electric Squeezebox Orchestra: The 17-piece big band returns for their typical weekend-ending performance at Doc's Lab, starting at 5:30pm.
Eric Markowitz Trio: The New Jersey native bassist and his ensemble perform at Rose Pistola at 8pm for the second of their two monthly shows at the Italian restaurant.
SF Comedy Showcase: The showcase of up-and-coming SF comedians returns for its weekly 8pm performance at the Punch Line Comedy Club.
Did we miss anything good? Let us know in the comments.
