Dolores Park transformed into a spectacle of glitter, glamour, and irreverent celebration as the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence hosted their annual Easter Celebration on Sunday. And as it is the era of Barbie, it is only fitting that Jesus Ken claimed the coveted title of Hunky Jesus — miracles not included and caution: this toy is a choking hazard.
In a city known for its progressive values and acceptance of diverse lifestyles, Hunky Jesus serves as a reminder of the freedom to express oneself authentically. For many in the San Francisco LGBTQ+ community, Hunky Jesus is more than just a fun event – it's a symbol of empowerment and liberation.
Read the latest by Christopher J. Beale
There are only two rules at the Hole Party: The hole gets filled in, and everybody digs. I dug that. It also sounded like a great pun opportunity, so I grabbed a shovel and headed off to Ocean Beach in San Francisco for “Spring Hole Party 6,” come rain or shine.
Read the latest by Schatzie Frisch
We’ve published many love letters to San Francisco this past year, and commenters accused The Bold Italic of putting our head in the sand. We haven’t. We know San Francisco needs help. This heartfelt story from Adriana Roberts describes how she first defended the Tenderloin on our website, but then felt forced to move out a mere seven weeks later.
Read the latest by Adriana Roberts
Walk past Bodega on Columbus and Filbert and you’ll see Natalie Gabriel’s pastel mural of Carol Doda, gazing out at North Beach through melancholic eyes. Four blocks down is the Condor Club, the place where Doda became famous for making her debut as America’s first topless dancer in 1964. The documentary on Doda now playing at The Roxie.
Read the latest by Lindsay Pugh
A glittering 70-degree Saturday afternoon saw San Francisco’s Jackson Square flowing in chiffon, tulle veils, and laughs. It was the city’s storied Brides of March back for their 26th year running, with people from all walks of life decked out in their finest bridal gowns for a rousing pub crawl through the streets of North Beach.
Read the latest by B. P. Walker
Bootie SF is a popular mashup dance party in San Francisco known for its eclectic mix of music. The party typically blends together different genres and eras of music, creating unique and energetic mashups that keep the crowd dancing all night long. Its creator is also a writer for The Bold Italic, so we’re coming to ring in 20 years of Bootie. We love all she’s created for San Francisco the past two decades.
WHEN: April 6, 2024 at 9 p.m.
WHERE: Cat Club, 1190 Folsom St., San Francisco
An evening with fine dining, live entertainment, and access to the museum’s world-class exhibitions. Guests come dressed to impress, making it a night of high fashion and sophistication.
WHEN: April 4, 2024, 6 p.m. onward
WHERE: de Young Museum at 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Dr.
This event honors the Community Health Center’s commitment to providing essential healthcare services to underserved communities. We love how queer it is, and ABC7 sponsors the event, so the morning crew that attends is always a hoot. Honorees this year include Dr. Anthony Fauci and Asia SF.
WHEN: April 19, 2024 beginning at 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hyatt Regency San Francisco, 5 Embarcadero Ctr.
A Hobbit and companions set out on a journey to destroy the powerful One Ring and save Middle-earth. Hear the Oscar-winning score like never before as the Symphony performs this fantastical adventure live-to-picture.
Can we say? LotR was never our favorite series, but we’re thinking SF Symphony will break our lukewarm feelings of it.
WHEN: April 11-13, 2024
WHERE: 201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA
We keep content mostly fun and light at The Bold Italic, but the future of the Bay Area interests us, too. Here’s what we are thinking about in local news. Brought to you by GrowSF.
Heads up: if you park in your driveway and your car blocks the sidewalk, you’re liable for a $108 ticket. No, traffic laws haven’t changed, they've just been unenforced for a very long time. Technically, blocking the sidewalk is illegal because it’s a public right-of-way. Parents pushing strollers or people using wheelchairs shouldn’t be forced into the road when trying to use the sidewalk safely.
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