How to spend a weekend in the San Francisco Bay Area (29 September – 1 October)
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Free day at the California Academy of Sciences
When: Friday-Sunday, September 29 - October 1, from 10.00
Where: 55 Music Concourse Dr, San Francisco
More: The California Academy of Sciences, the largest museum of natural history, four times a year makes free admission for residents of San Francisco.
To avoid pandemonium 29, 30 September and 1 October Free entrance for districts: Chinatown, Financial District, Hayes Valley, Mission Bay, Nob Hill, North Beach, Russian Hill, SOMA, Telegraph Hill, Tenderloin, Treasure Island, Union Square, Yerba Buena Island. Zip codes: 94102, 94103, 94104, 94105, 94107, 94108, 94109, 94111, 94126, 94130, 94133, 94158.
In addition to the museum department itself, the California Academy of Sciences also has an aquarium, a planetarium, a scientific archive, a library, a botanical garden, a lecture hall, an 3D cinema, two restaurants, a naturalism center, a rooftop lawn (the so-called green roof), and a bird’s aviary. Thanks to its newest construction, the Academy is one of the most modern museums in the world.
Cost: Free options
When: Friday, 29 September, 14.00
Where: McLaren Park's Jerry Garcia Amphitheater
More: In 2017, the Shakespeare Festival in California marks 35 years. In honor of this date, the play "Hamlet" can be viewed free of charge.
This is the longest piece of Shakespeare - there are 4042 lines in it and 29 551 word. The tragedy is based on the legend of the Danish ruler named Amletus, recorded by the Danish chronicler Saxon Grammar in the third book of the Acts of the Danes, and is devoted primarily to revenge - in it the main character is seeking revenge for the death of his father.
Cost: Free options
Performance in the Theater "U"
When: Friday, September 29 to 19: 00
Where: 1045B Linda Vista Avenue, Mountain View
More: The long-awaited premiere at the U Theater! Palace comedy in the 2-x action "Glass of Water" (Eugene Scribe).
The comedy is dedicated to the secrets of the English court. In 1714, in the royal palace of St. James (London), the decisive and courageous Duchess of Marlborough, skillfully using the queen's lack of will, reigns. It is opposed by an experienced political player, Lord Bolingbroke, who dreams of regaining his influence at court. For this, the former minister sets in motion all the means at his disposal, even the rivalry of the queen and duchess of Marlborough, in love with the young officer Meshem.
Director - Valery Konovich. Starring Irina Martino, Marina Nikifirova, Sergey Chumakov, Oleg Milman, Alisa Wyatt.
Cost: $35
Ballet to the music of Frank Sinatra
When: Friday, September 29 to 20: 00
Where: 1045B Linda Vista Avenue, Mountain View
More: The ballet troupe under the direction of the famous dancer Michael Smyuin presents a modern American ballet performance to the music of the legendary Frank Sinatra.
New forms, an absolutely unusual flow of dance, avant-garde decisions in staging the play can not leave the audience indifferent.
Cost: From $25
When: Saturday, September 30, from 8: 00
Where: The list of parks, the entrance to which will be free, you can see by link in our calendar
More: Each year, the National Park Service offers free entrance tickets for several special days.
The National Park Service was created by President Woodrow Wilson in 1916 for managing the national parks and monuments of 35 (at that time). To date, there are 400 locations under the jurisdiction of the National Park Service in 50 states and the District of Columbia.
Cost: Free options
Chinese Festival in San Francisco
When: Saturday, September 30, from 10: 00
Where: 733 Kearny St, San Francisco
More: Visitors waiting for the festive Chinese fair with the participation of local craftsmen and merchants. Entertain the audience will be traditional songs, dances and performances of martial arts schools.
Here you can buy a variety of handmade products, try delicious snacks or have fun in the carnival zone.
Cost: Free options
Annual Festival of Ukrainian Culture in Sacramento
When: Saturday, September 30, from 10: 00
Where: 8556 Gibson Ranch Rd, Elverta
More: The third festival of Ukrainian culture Ukrainian Fair, which organizer acts Ukraine Relief, held in honor of the 26 anniversary of the Independence of Ukraine. Pleasant surprises from the organizers, who invited the well-known and beloved Ukrainians to the celebration, await the guests of the holiday. Among them are Ukrainian Ambassador to the USA Valeriy Chaly, Deputy of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine Pavel Unguryan, Eurovision-2016 winner, singer Jamala, Odessa Oblast Governor Maxim Stepanov, Head of the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office Nazar Kholodnitsky, Consul General of Ukraine in San Francisco Sergey Alyoshin and others .
Cost: Free options
When: Saturday, September 30 from 11.00, Sunday, October 1 from 12: 00
Where: 14220 Elva Ave, Saratoga
More: The Russian festival will be held on the territory of the Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas in Saratog.
Every year, the community of St. Nicholas Church invites visitors to get acquainted with the culture and cuisine of Russia and other Slavic countries. At the festival you can try dumplings, pies, borscht, kebab, beef stroganoff, porridge, pancakes, as well as other national desserts.
Vodka from Russian and Ukrainian brands is prepared for adult visitors of the festival. Children waiting puppet theater.
For guests of all ages - traditional Slavic music and dance, church chime and shops with Russian souvenirs. All the money received from the festival will go to the needs of the Church of St. Nicholas.
Cost: $ 5 for adults, $ 3 for children and senior citizens
Free visit to the Museum of California
When: Sunday, October 1 with 10: 00
Where: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street Oakland
More: The Auckland Museum of California on the first Sunday of the month holds an open day - everyone can visit it for free. Usually a ticket costs $ 15.
In the Museum of California under one roof there are collections of art, history, and natural sciences that tell the story of the state and its inhabitants.
This is the only museum dedicated to the art and history of California. A variety of collections occupy 300 thousand square feet.
The museum will operate on Sunday before 18.00.
Cost: Free options
Free day at the Museum of Asian Art
When: Sunday, October 1 with 10: 00
Where: Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin Street San Francisco
More: Every first Sunday of the month, the Museum of Asian Art in San Francisco makes free admission.
His collection includes more than 15 thousands of exhibits from India, China, Japan, Indonesia and other Asian regions of the planet. The museum covers an area of 3700 square. m
On three floors of the Museum of Asian Art are placed objects of fine art, covering more than 6000 years of the history of Asian civilizations. Indonesian statues, collections of Japanese painting and porcelain, products made from semi-precious stones of the Shah era of India, furniture of Chinese emperors, medieval armor and samurai equipment are just some of the exhibits of his huge collection.
Cost: Free.
In addition, interesting events for each day of the week can be found in our calendar. Come, learn, share with friends.
Before the visit, check the organizers website for details and location of the event, as they may vary.
Keep us informed about what is happening in your city. Send information about events for the Russian-speaking diaspora by mail [email protected].
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