Pontiac Hotel & Hostel

BOOK A ROOM FOR BAY TO BREAKERS

Stefan Aronsen — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 19:22:09 +0000

Book a room now for the 2012 Bay to Breakers on May 20th. Rooms are filling up quick… Pontiac Hotel is located a short 3 block walk from the start line.

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Bay To Breakers Details:
A San Francisco tradition for nearly 100 years; a 12k footrace held every third Sunday in May with serious runners and costumed participants alike.

If you need an affordable place to stay during Bay To Breakers… Check out our reasonable prices at Pontiac Hotel. We are located a short distance from the start line… and can see the runners as they run pass the hotel. Don’t hesitate too long, rooms are filling up: RESERVE A ROOM

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GDC – GAME DEVELOPERS CONFERENCE

Stefan Aronsen — Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:17:15 +0000

The Game Developers Conference^® (GDC) is the world’s largest professionals-only game industry event. The conference commemorated its 25th edition in 2011, making it also the longest-running event of its kind.

Need an affordable place to stay during The Game Developers Conference?
Check out our reasonable prices. We are located 3 short blocks from the conference.
RESERVE A ROOM

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Saturday,February 11, 2012 – CHINESE NEW YEAR

Stefan Aronsen — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:30:25 +0000

Over 100 units will participate in the Southwest Airlines Chinese New Year Parade. A San Francisco tradition since just after the Gold Rush, the parade continues to delight and entertain the many hundreds of thousands of people that come to watch it on the street or tune in to watch it on television on KTVU Fox 2 or KTSF Channel 26, 6:00-8:00 p.m., on Saturday,February 11, 2012.

JAN 26-28 2012 – Macworld | iWorld

Stefan Aronsen — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:25:42 +0000

Macworld | iWorld 2012 is the world’s ultimate fan event for those who use, create, and love Apple products. Attendees will encounter a unique celebration of Apple technology-infused art, music, and film, as well as learning opportunities, and a shopping mecca in our exhibit hall filled with products and services for Apple users of all skill levels and interests. From home users, to artistic hobbyists and professionals, and the true Technorati—Macworld | iWorld 2012 gives attendees the chance to experience all that the amazing world of Apple-related tools can offer.

NOW PLAYING – TOTEM IN SAN FRANCISCO

Stefan Aronsen — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 23:15:12 +0000

Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that it will return to San Francisco with its latest big top touring production,TOTEM, starting Friday, October 28. TOTEM will perform for a limited engagement under the trademark blue-and-yellow Grand Chapiteau (Big Top) at AT&T Park.

TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly.TOTEM illustrates, through a visual and acrobatic language, the evolutionary progress of species. Somewhere between science and legend explores the ties that bind Man to other species, his dreams and his infinite potential.

Get your tickets today!

NOVEMBER 19th-27th – International Auto Show

Stefan Aronsen — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:19:48 +0000

WHAT:	The San Francisco Chronicle\|SFGate.com 53^rd Annual International Auto Show is presented by AutoTrader.com and supported by the California New Car Dealers Association. The International Auto Show features the world’s major manufacturers displaying their 2011 model cars, SUV’s, trucks and vans.
WHEN:	Saturday, November 19 through Sunday, November 27, 2010.
WHERE:	San Francisco’s Moscone Convention Center, 747 Howard St., located between 3^rd and 4^th Sts. on Howard St. Exhibits are in the North and South Halls plus the Gateway and Esplanade Ballrooms.
ADMISSION:	Admission $9.00, children 12 and younger free when accompanied by an adult. Tickets may only be purchased at the door.
FEATURE ATTRACTIONS:	The 2012 Model cars, SUV’s, trucks and vans. Among the manufacturers expected to display vehicles are: Acura; Aston Martin; Audi; Bentley; BMW; Buick; Cadillac; Chevrolet; Chrysler; Dodge; Ford; Fiat; GMC; Honda; Hyundai; Infiniti; Jaguar; Jeep; Kia; Lamborghini; Land Rover; Lexus; Lincoln; Lotus; Mazda; Mini; Nissan, Saab; Scion; Subaru; Porsche; Ram; Rolls Royce; Toyota; Volkswagen; Volvo North American Car and Truck of the Year nominees:Car of the year nominees expected are: Audi A8, Buick Regal, Chevrolet Cruze, Chevrolet Volt, Ford Fiesta, Hyundai Sonata 2.0T/Hybrid, Infiniti M37/56, Jaguar XJ, Kia Optima, Mazda Mazda2, Nissan Juke, Nissan Leaf, Volkswagen Jetta and the Volvo S60. Truck of the year nominees expected are: Dodge Durango, Ford Edge, Ford Explorer, Honda Odyssey, Hyundai Tucson, Infiniti QX56, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Kia Sorento, Kia Sportage, Lincoln MKX, Porsche Cayenne, Toyota Sienna and the Volkswagen Touareg. Alternative fuel and hybrid vehicles: Among the vehicles expected are: Cadillac Escalade Hybrid; Chevrolet Volt; Ford Escape Hybrid 4X4 and Fusion Hybrid; GMC Yukon Denaili Hybrid; Honda Civic Hybrid, CR-Z Hybrid and Insight; Hyundai Sonata Hybrid; Lexus GS 450h, HS 250h, LS 600h and RX 450h; Lincoln MKZ Hybrid; Nissan LEAF and a Cut-in-half demonstration model of the Nissan XTrail FCV (fuel cell vehicle), Toyota Camry Hybrid, Highlander Hybrid, Highlander Fuel Cell Hybrid, Prius and Plug-In- Prius and; Volkswagen Touareg Hybrid Exotic Sports Cars. Among the cars expected are: Aston Martin DBS, DB9, Rapide and Vantage Convertible; Audi R8; Bentley Continental 80-11 and Supersports; BMW; Chevrolet Camaro, Corvette Grand Sport, Stingray and ZR1; Dodge Challenger and Charger; Ford Mustand GT Coupe and V6 Convertible; Jaguar XF and XJ; Lamborghini Murcielago Superleggera and Gallardo Spyder; Lotus Evora, Elise and Exige and Porsche

NOVEMBER 12th-13th – Green Festival

Stefan Aronsen — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:12:40 +0000

Green Festival Returns to San Francisco to celebrate 10 years, 1 million attendees.

Green Festival is thrilled to celebrate its 10^thAnniversary November 12-13, 2011 at the San Francisco Concourse Exhibition Center, so mark your calendars now!

On November 9-10, 2002, the first Green Festival was born out of the creativity, resourcefulness and determination of two nonprofits, Green America (then Coop America) and Global Exchange.

The first Green Festival brought 13,000 participants and featured only 50 speakers, 125 exhibitors and a handful of special events. 10 years, 32 festivals and 1 million attendees later, Green Festival is the largest, most established and trusted sustainability event in the nation, and continues to grow year after year.

Whether it will be your first Green Festival or your 10^th, head to the Concourse to join the celebration commemorating 10 years of growing, sharing and flourishing to become the nation’s largest and most trusted sustainability event.

OCTOBER 15th-16th – Treasure Island Music Festival

Stefan Aronsen — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:08:17 +0000

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15

Empire of the Sun
BRIDGE / 9:35–10:50pm

Cut Copy
BRIDGE / 7:55–8:45pm

Death From Above 1979
TUNNEL / 8:45–9:30pm

Chromeo
BRIDGE / 6:15–7:05pm

Dizzee Rascal
BRIDGE / 4:35–5:25pm

Flying Lotus
TUNNEL / 7:05–7:50pm

Buraka Som Sistema
TUNNEL / 5:25–6:10pm

Battles
TUNNEL / 3:45–4:30pm

The Naked & Famous
BRIDGE / 3:00–3:45pm

YACHT
TUNNEL / 2:15–2:55pm

Shabazz Palaces
BRIDGE / 1:30–2:15pm

Aloe Blacc
TUNNEL / 12:45–1:25pm

Geographer
BRIDGE / 12:00–12:45pm

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16

Death Cab for Cutie
BRIDGE / 9:20–10:35pm

Explosions In The Sky
BRIDGE / 7:40–8:30pm

Beach House
BRIDGE / 6:00–6:50pm

The Hold Steady
TUNNEL / 8:30–9:15pm

Stephen Malkmus
& The Jicks
BRIDGE / 4:20–5:10pm

Friendly Fires
TUNNEL / 6:50–7:35pm

St. Vincent
BRIDGE / 2:50–3:35pm

The Head and the Heart
TUNNEL / 5:10–5:55pm

Wild Beasts
TUNNEL / 3:35–4:15pm

Warpaint
TUNNEL / 2:05–2:45pm

The Antlers
BRIDGE / 1:25–2:05pm

Thee Oh Sees
BRIDGE / 12:00–12:40pm

Weekend
TUNNEL / 12:40–1:20pm

OCTOBER 6th-11th – Fleet Week

Stefan Aronsen — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 18:02:23 +0000

What’s new….

This year’s Navy Ships are now posted including the berthing and visitation information.
Air Show performer list is now available on the Air Show page.
The 2nd Annual Fleet Week High School Band Challenge set for Oct 10 at the Golden Gate Park Band Shell!
SSFWA in the Marine Corps News!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2 – Castro Street Fair

Stefan Aronsen — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 17:45:28 +0000

Always the First Sunday in October
11:00 am to 6:00 pm

The Fair is located in the heart of San Francisco’s Castro District, at the intersection of Market & Castro Streets and the surrounding area.

The Castro Street Fair is a community street celebration that was founded by Harvey Milk in 1974. Hundreds of local artists, vendors, craftspeople, and organizations line the streets and celebrate the diversity of the neighborhood. Stages with live entertainment and dance stages can be found throughout the fairgrounds.

The Fair is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization and all proceeds go directly to charitable causes important to the Castro community. Additionally, the Fair funds the rainbow flag that flies over the intersection of Castro and Market.