Just how did the N-Judah, J-Church, L-Taraval and other lines get their letters? The answer is far more straightforward than you might think.

The event is entering its 23rd year as a special non-Christmas holiday comedy showcase at a Chinese restaurant.

Celebrating its 12th anniversary tomorrow, Studio Gallery has weathered a changing city over the course of three locations.

Chabad will deploy a "menorah cycle" with an "awesome" LED display to "bring the joy of Chanukah to the streets of Cole Valley and beyond."

At Wednesday's NEWAG meeting, Teatro ZinZanni revealed detailed renderings, and plans for Pier 29 were discussed.

Art openings, live DJs, discounts and funnel cakes: get 'em all at tomorrow night's annual holiday event.

The slideshow, which was projected onto the Castro Theater and de Young Museum last night, mixes artwork and HIV/AIDS statistics.

Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy students, teachers, and passersby commemorated World AIDS Day with a sidewalk art project in the Castro.

Tonight's tree lighting and next week's menorah lighting are the centerpiece of a decoration effort by the Castro Merchants, Castro CBD, and local businesses.

Francisco Fernandez, frontman for local band The Ferocious Few, performs their song Lost My Way.

The city's light art festival features tours and events, and has doubled its collection of light installations to 27 locations.

White has worked quietly in his studio and gallery along the 21-Hayes line for over 50 years.

If you're looking to gift art this holiday, head down to PROXY to meet local Hayes Valley artists.