Documentary Screenings San Francisco

After The Thin Man @ Presidio Theatre (with Julie Rivett)

Join for this special event at the Presidio Theatre! We will see "After The Thin Man" from 1936 - a murder mystery comedy set in San Francisco and starring William Powell, Myrna Loy and a young James Stewart. Based on a story by famed noir author Dashiel Hammett. After the show Dashiel Hammett's granddaughter Julie Rivett will join the stage to talk about her grandfather's life and legacy. To top it off, we have a limited number of discounted tickets for this amazing events ($15 instead of the full price of $30). **Tickets**: https://www.presidiotheatre.org/show-details/after-the-thin-man-a-special-screening-with-julie-rivett **Use code THIN15 at checkout to make use of the discount.** **Trailer**: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZBFGOTZtkMo I hope to see you there!

Free Film Premier, War Memorial Veterans Gallery

Sierra Club Military Outdoors proudly announces a free film premier: As a U.S. Air Force veteran, museum professional, and Director of the **War Memorial Veterans Gallery**, Yolanda Faye believes that military service does not end when the uniform comes off. It evolves into new forms of leadership, storytelling, creativity, and service to the community. Veterans, military families, Sierra Club members, and the public are invited to the free premiere of Yolanda’s first documentary film, which explores the life and work of Chilean artist Hans Casanova and the creation of the Veterans Gallery’s newest exhibition, *Transmutation: The Art of Hans Casanova.* Following the screening, Yolanda and Hans will take part in a live artist-and-curator conversation. Guests will then be invited to visit the exhibition and experience the artwork in person with the curator and the artist. **This evening is about more than art. It is an opportunity to gather, connect, and recognize the many ways veterans continue to serve—as artists, cultural leaders, storytellers, mentors, and builders of community.** Whether you served in uniform, are part of a military family, or believe in the power of art to create understanding across different experiences, *you are warmly welcome.* **Free Film Premiere** August 1 Herbst Theatre, 4:45 p.m. Film duration: 42 minutes **Artist and Curator Q&A** Duration: 20 minutes **Exhibition Opening** **Transmutation: The Art of Hans Casanova** **War Memorial Veterans Gallery** War Memorial Veterans Building 401 Van Ness Avenue First Floor, Room 102 San Francisco **Please reserve your free tickets on Eventbright here:** [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transmutation-world-film-premiere-live-artist-talk-tickets-1992708380408?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=5de777cafaf15fa7c6a61d10d9460b8b9b7e78b5da1e557dd4816a453afc412e3cc19ee9c95aafa352858c4386a1ae7c5ff16f97a050b100ba877df3615c930fcc2a5275249f3e4baa232bc9d5](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/transmutation-world-film-premiere-live-artist-talk-tickets-1992708380408?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios&sg=5de777cafaf15fa7c6a61d10d9460b8b9b7e78b5da1e557dd4816a453afc412e3cc19ee9c95aafa352858c4386a1ae7c5ff16f97a050b100ba877df3615c930fcc2a5275249f3e4baa232bc9d5)

Film in a Day!' Actors, Writers & Directors Challenge - SF

FILMMAKERS, CREW, ACTORS, WRITERS!! COME COMPETE! IMDB Credits, Make a Movie with a Team! See it on BIG SCREEN Locally! More Info and to Register IN ADVANCE-[ ](https://SF2-Film-Challenge.eventbrite.com)[CLICK HERE ](www.mmtb.org/sf) \- Everyone attending this event will receive IMDB credits after it Screens To See Our Full Calendar, Visit - [www.MMTB.org/events](https://www.MMTB.org/events)

Bollywood Nights at Union Square

Free Film Premier, War Memorial Veterans Gallery

Art in the Afternoon: Treasures of the Pharaohs at the De Young Museum

Bollywood Festive Nights at Union Square

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Night** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, community. **5:00 – 6:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **6:00 – 7:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **7:00 – 8:00 PM** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour open dance party. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! Bring your friends, learn some moves, find your groove, find your friends, be a part of a magical community once a month at Union Square. Previous class in 2025 summary joy v[ideo: ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHSENixJaVA&list=RDnHSENixJaVA&start_radio=1) Free class every month on 4th Friday of the Month except in August it will be on August 14th Classes go till end of September Park in garage, Uber over, or take Powell exit on Bart Do come say hello to us so we can welcome you in our La Dolce Vita :)

Spider-Man: Brand NEW Day (2026) 6:40 film @Alamo, discussion @So Pacific after

New Spider-Man properties aren’t surprising, but they still are a lot of sticky, springy, energetic fun. There are three steps to this meetup: 1) buy a ticket (drafthouse.com) 2) watch the film 3) come out afterwards to discuss Don’t sign up if you won’t do all three! And please update RSVP if you can’t make it. Thwack! Pow! Bam!

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

25th Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival

## Admission Free ## Family Friendly ## MacArthur Blvd. (Between 35th Ave - Maybelle Ave, Oakland) *** ### Amazing Music, food, retail, artisan & non-profit vendors. we offer fun for all ages! *** The annual festival brings together 15,000 people to MacArthur Boulevard. We celebrate the immense talent and diverse culture of our Laurel, our Oakland, and our Bay Area community. Rich with rhythms from around the globe and around the corner, the Laurel StreetFair is dedicated to celebrating our cultural roots, our community and the traditions that bring us together - reflecting all that is uniquely and beautifully Oakland. In these challenging post-pandemic times, we bring to life a robust, global music festival spanning more than 8 city blocks full of hope, rhythm, art, makers & crafters, cuisine, folkloric traditions and a whole lot more. A destination for all ages and abilities, the Laurel StreetFair World Music Festival shines the light on a traditionally underserved area of Oakland and shows that joy is always universal and that art will always be a tool of resilience, healing and connection. If you would like to volunteer at the festival **SIGN UP HERE--->** https://forms.gle/boST1mrTUrKSF4px6 **Volunteers receive a free shirt, beer from the beer garden and lunch from the food trucks.**

🎶  Grateful Dead at the Movies -- Castro Theatre

🎶 **Grateful Dead at the Movies -- Castro Theatre** **❗️Tix will sell out FAST❗️** 🔆 Have you seen the interior of the beautifully renovated Castro Theater? Here's your chance. Join me to celebrate the 35th anniversary of an iconic Grateful Dead show on the big screen. On August 8th, Dead Heads everywhere will gather for the 2026 Grateful Dead Meet-Up at the Movies, featuring the complete June 17, 1991 concert from Giants Stadium. The show opens with an electrifying "Eyes of the World," with the band in peak form from note one. The setlist blends classics like "Truckin" and "Uncle John's Band" with rarities including "Saint of Circumstance," "Might as Well," "New Speedway Boogie," and "China Doll." The centerpiece is "Dark Star," teased six times before finally bursting into full form. The night closes with The Band's "The Weight" — the perfect send-off. Widely regarded as one of the greatest shows of the Dead's final decade, 6/17/91 is one of only two shows ever captured on 48-track tape. Enjoy a masterful surround sound mix by Jeffrey Norman and multi-camera visuals featuring rare on-screen appearances by Bruce Hornsby and Vince Welnick. As a bonus, the screening includes an exclusive sneak preview of "Shakedown Street" from the upcoming Merriweather 6/30/85 release, plus a special introduction from David Lemieux, Grateful Dead Legacy Manager and Audio Archivist. ▪︎ **Purchase your ticket HERE:** https://www.ticketweb.com/event/grateful-dead-meet-up-at-the-castro-theatre-tickets/14276614 ▪︎ **Message me when you've bought your ticket** and I'll move you off the waitlist. ▪︎ **Meet at 6:15 sharp**, in line near the entrance of the Castro Theatre. ▪︎ **PLEASE don't be a no-show.** If your plans change, remember to update your RSVP prior to the event. ▪︎ **A last minute cancellation** will count as a no-show.

MEMBERS' CHOICE 18 (BRUNCH)

**Join us for the 18th edition of our MEMBERS' CHOICE Event! We'll be discussing two movies of your choice on Sunday, August 16 at 12 PM at [Bistro Central Parc](https://maps.app.goo.gl/RmEXB79HGkdQz5456)**. *Bistro Central Parc* *charges for no shows, so please update your RSVP at least 24 hours before the event.* For this event, members vote on movies to discuss during brunch and the top TWO movies will be chosen! *It’s up to you to watch the movies on your own before we meet*. All movie options are available online at [Kanopy.com](https://www.kanopy.com/en/login) (you can get a free account using your public library card). **The winners will be announced on 8/5** so that people have time to view the movies before we meet. *Because there is limited seating for our reservation please RSVP only if you are committed to attending!* **[VOTE NOW!](https://forms.gle/PNZwePSVy4H9J6nT7)** Movie Options: 1. **Ikiru (1952) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044741/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0044741/)** 2. **La Notte (1961) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0054130/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0054130/)** 3. **Chimes at Midnight (1965) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059012/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0059012/)** 4. **La Haine (1995) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113247/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113247/)** 5. **Bronson (2008) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1172570/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1172570/)** 6. **Force Majeure (2014) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2121382/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2121382/)** 7. **Inside Men (2015) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3779028/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3779028/)** 8. **Official Competition (2021) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11700260/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11700260/)** 9. **All We Imagine As Light (2024) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32086077/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32086077/)** 10. **Hard Truths (2024) [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11891850/](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt11891850/)**