On December 10 holiday revelers and civic boosters met up for an event they could all get behind–a live-action love letter to the city titled “Dear San Francisco.” The one-night-only event, which featured personal stories shared by San Franciscans and a live acrobatics performance, was a sparkling celebration of the city we all love. While…
San Francisco’s Davies Symphony Hall was the scene of a holiday tradition for children of all ages: the Symphony’s annual “Deck the Hall,” featuring food, fun and a pair of kid-friendly matinee performances on December 8. With beverage service from Fort Point Beer Co. for the grown-ups, GoGo Squeeze for the little ones and It’s-It…
Filmmaker and Founder Jennifer Siebel Newsom hosted The Representation Project’s 8th Annual Flip the Script Gala on November 15, celebrating a night of purpose and passion. Founded in 2011, The Representation Project (TRP) leverages the power of media to address harmful gender norms and stereotypes, advancing its mission of fostering gender equity. The gala— a cornerstone of TRP’s…
I get funny looks when I tell people I write about balls, big ol’ balls…and galas. I’m the Société Editor for Liberté Press! I write about people who are somebody. So … you! You’re somebody right? Like you, my holiday party season was nuts. Chestnuts. Latke loony! It was this way all year long. I…
If you’ve driven California’s Highway 1 towards the Monterey Peninsula, you’ve likely spotted the Monterey Beach Hotel due its bay proximity. Positioned close to the waves, it’s a property that likely would be impossible to build today, due to modern coastal development restrictions. And that makes the hotel special and unique. Nowhere else in this…
The Museum of Craft and Design (MCD) just hit a major milestone, celebrating its 20th anniversary on November 22 with a glam gala at Saint Joseph’s Arts Society. The venue was transformed for the night to reflect the gala’s theme, XERO Club, inspired by speakeasies and Monte Carlo-style casinos. Guests also dressed for the theme,…
