The 7 things you should be doing this weekend.
RUN THE WORLD
Beyoncé Inspired Dance Classes
What: Spend the first few classes learning the steps to Queen Bey's EGO music video (as if you don't know it by heart) and then after that, it's "ALL BEY, ALL THE TIME" with renowned choreographer Dyon Lain.
Why: Do you have to ask?
When: Sunday, September 14: 3:30 to 4:30pm.; $10 pre-registration and $15 for drop-ins
Where:In The Groove Studios, Oakland
JOIN A CITYWIDE BLOCK PARTY
What: Take to the streets of the Western Addition and join SF's weekly roaming block party. No cars allowed for five hours, so walk, roll, or bike down Fulton and Fillmore for line dancing, live music, and flag football. Don't miss Revolution Foods' gratis healthy meal kits or Bi-Rite's free fruit and granola.
Why: You need a break from Netflix.
When: Sunday, September 14: 11am to 4pm, free
Where: Western Addition, San Francisco
CELEBRATE AMY WINEHOUSE
She and Mr. Jones: A Bornday Tribute to Amy Winehouse and Nas
What: The late queen of soul's birthday was this Sunday, so pay tribute in style with performances by local singers, emcees, poets, and a live DJ and band.
Why: You'd never be caught at a Beyonce dance class.
When: Sunday, September 14: 2 to 4 pm, free
Where: Downtown Berkeley BART Plaza
TURN UP
Drake vs. Lil Wayne at Shoreline
What: Witness the softest rapper in the game and America's favorite rhyme-spitting go head to head at Shoreline.
Why: You can only take so much Iggy Azalea.
When: Tuesday September 16: 7 pm, $35-$140 Get your tickets here.
Where: Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View
CATCH A CONCERT
Wanda Sykes and Natalie Cole at Montalvo
What: Chase your fix of whip-tongued comedy queen Wanda Sykes with a soulful serenade from R&B chantreuse Natalie Cole.
Why: Wanda Sykes! Natalie Cole!
When: Wanda Sykes is Friday September 12: 8 pm, $45-115; Natalie Cole is Thursday September 18: 7 pm, $50-$155 Get your tickets here.
Where: Montalvo Arts Center, Saratoga
HAVE A FIESTA
Mexican Independence Day at Rosana Mexicano
What: Celebrate Mexican Independence Day right by eating your way through three decades of delicious Mexican cuisine from Rosana Mexicano's just-debuted 30th anniversary menu. Mouth-watering musts include crab meat empanadas and filet mignon in mushroom-tequila sauce.
Why: Viva Mexico!
When: Tuesday, September 16
Where: Rosana Mexicano, San Francisco
LATE-NIGHT KOREAN
What: A new late night pop-up showcasing traditional Korean flavors from Chef Robin Song of Hog & Rocks.
Why: A nod to the street food and drinking culture of South Korea, the savory pancake with zucchini and jalapenos and served with a soy chili dipping sauce is sure to satisfy any late night munchies that may plague you.
When: EveryThursday, September 18 - October 16: 10pm - 1am
Where: Hog & Rocks, San Francisco
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