San Francisco filter: Early planning for New Year's Eve in San Francisco? Fun things to do that don't revolve around nightclubs/dancing? [more inside]
posted by mingodingo on Nov 3, 2009 - 2 answers

Back in San Francisco for a Holiday, friends trying to convince me to stay. What to do???? [more inside]
posted by leftfooter on Oct 9, 2009 - 4 answers

Where can I see the Texas Tech v. Texas game (airing on ABC, I think) in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by mingodingo on Sep 16, 2009 - 4 answers

Pacific Northwest Roadtrip: SF to Portland and back. 6 days. Which roads to take? Which towns and parks do we have to see? Your favorite spots along 1? We're interested in anything and everything. Thanks!
posted by mrunderhill on Sep 4, 2009 - 11 answers

The noise level coming from the church across the street is driving us crazy. Help! [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 3, 2009 - 32 answers

Moving Help: My SO and I are moving to San Francisco in one month, and we do not know much about the neighborhoods. We have found a place we like that is within our price range. Can anyone out there tell us about this neighborhood? Chelsey Avenue and 1st Street, Richmond, CA 94801
posted by AlliKat75 on Aug 11, 2009 - 28 answers

How can I find a small art gallery/event space to rent this upcoming Saturday night in San Francisco? [more inside]
posted by dual_action on Aug 10, 2009 - 6 answers

suggestions for celebrating my 40th birthday in san francisco? [more inside]
posted by roxie110 on Aug 2, 2009 - 3 answers

Wasabi Storage Builder iSCSI SAN. Defunct? Serviceable? Replaceable? Hopeless? [more inside]
posted by slagerst on Aug 1, 2009 - 3 answers

What's fun for me and my 3.5 year old daughter to do in San Francisco and San Jose from July 22 to July 27 for cheap? [more inside]
posted by RajahKing on Jul 17, 2009 - 14 answers

Where should I stay in San Francisco and how well can I get around without a car? [more inside]
posted by wintermute2_0 on Jul 1, 2009 - 10 answers

San Diego Shenanigans: My girlfriend is going to a bachlorette party in Vegas and I'm not about to sit home. So I'm taking a group of guys down to San Diego for a dude's weekend 9/11-13. I've been there many times but never for a full weekend. What should we not miss seeing/doing/consuming? [more inside]
posted by ieatwords on Jun 30, 2009 - 15 answers

Hi I am going to San Antonio this weekend and wanted some suggestions of where to go and do that's kind of inexpensive but still worth an amazing experience. I am also wild about photography so what are your picks on where I can take fab pics of some stunning parts of the city. Thanks please advise.
posted by villazapat on Jun 18, 2009 - 16 answers

What should a young couple do on a first-time visit to San Francisco, July 4th weekend? [more inside]
posted by whtthehecker on Jun 10, 2009 - 14 answers

San Diego/Tijuana question. Those of you that work in San Diego - how many of you have commuted from Tijuana or have workers that do? What are your experiences doing so? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jun 10, 2009 - 6 answers

I'm shopping for a single-family home in San Francisco, and nearly every house I've looked at has "unwarranted" addition in the basement or rear -- either a bonus room or an entire "in-law" unit with bathroom and kitchen. My question is fourfold: [more inside]
posted by jillsy_sloper on Jun 1, 2009 - 13 answers

Moving from Milwaukee, WI to take a job in Carlsbad, CA - what should I know, and where should I live? [more inside]
posted by Never Better on May 29, 2009 - 14 answers

I'm vacationing in San Francisco, and I have a rental car that gets returned tomorrow morning. What things outside SF should I go check out? [more inside]
posted by gregr on May 19, 2009 - 21 answers

I am driving from Phoenix to San Francisco, with all my worldly possessions in the car. I plan to split the trip into two days. Any suggestions of a good place to stay overnight where my stuff will be safe in the car? [more inside]
posted by twiggy32 on May 16, 2009 - 16 answers

We're setting sail from San Diego on May 25 for a cruise, but we have two days in San Diego beforehand. How can we work the transportation to Sea World and the wild animal park before our cruise while not being stuck going all the way back to the airport for a rental car? Is there a better area to stay or a better way to arrange transportation to support this?
posted by answergrape on May 11, 2009 - 8 answers

Suggestions for an athletic club in the South Bay, preferably San Jose?---must offer tennis, swimming, and most importantly, a hot tub/jacuzzi that's great and at least 102 degrees Fahrenheit. All anecdotes, horror stories, etc. about any South Bay facility are most welcome. Thanks.
posted by Napoleonic Terrier on May 3, 2009 - 1 answer

Dallas-To-San Antonio Filter: The wife and I are going to San Antonio for a few days this weekend to get away from the kids and relax a bit. Can you recommend any scenic drives along the way other than just taking I-35 the whole time? Also, can you please give recommendations of fun things to do in San Antonio and where to go to have drinks and excellent food? Thanks in advance!!
posted by flipmiester99 on Apr 7, 2009 - 22 answers

Looking for a good source to search for biology, ecology, conservation, zoology, etc, type jobs in the San Francisco Bay Area [more inside]
posted by CTORourke on Apr 6, 2009 - 4 answers

Can you beat a San Francisco parking ticket if it has no VIN number on it? [more inside]
posted by roxie110 on Mar 29, 2009 - 14 answers

who's liable for bedbug treatment in san francisco? are we really liable to pay this bill and can we get our deposit back? [more inside]
posted by I like to eat meat on Mar 23, 2009 - 7 answers

My family and I will be driving from San Sebastian Spain to Barcelona the week of April 6th. I am interested to hear preferred routes to take that are off the beaten path taking into account there is still plenty of snow in the mountains. We are happy to go via France or Spain. All ideas welcome!!
posted by worldawaychicago on Mar 23, 2009 - 2 answers

A rocket launch? Near San Francisco? What the hell did I see tonight? [more inside]
posted by symphonik on Mar 21, 2009 - 15 answers

My partner is trying to get a James Bond (Sean Connery era) replica tuxedo made, any thoughts on where he should go?
posted by Ekidnagrrl17 on Mar 17, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for a quiet and affordable hotel or hostel (w/private room) in Los Angeles and one in San Diego during the first week of June! I really don't need anything nice, just a secure place that's close to a mass transit station (i know getting around via transit isn't the easiest, but bear with me...!). [more inside]
posted by waylaid on Mar 10, 2009 - 2 answers

San Francisco, 4 hour layover. What's nearby? What's entertaining? [more inside]
posted by gracious floor on Mar 7, 2009 - 15 answers

In the early 80s, HBO aired a short TV series called "Whodunit?" and one of the 20 minute segments was about the Zodiac killer. It was done in an interesting fashion with a Monty Python-esque cutout design style..It was quite creepy. I cannot find this anywhere nor mentioned anywhere online. Does anybody have any information where I might find this? Or even information? I am just short of calling HBO. It is a segment that has haunted me since I watched it as a child and I kinda want to watch it again. If it matters they also did bits on Lizzie Borden and Richard Speck.
posted by snap_dragon on Feb 23, 2009 - 17 answers

San Francisco filter: I'm going to be there in two weeks, and am looking for advice on getting a single ticket to see Wicked at the Orpheum -- get them ahead, or try and get them that evening? Any advantages/experiences with the show, the venue...? [more inside]
posted by liquado on Feb 10, 2009 - 5 answers

I would like to watch Stage 2 of the Tour of California. What can we expect? Where would the best places to spectate from? [more inside]
posted by clearly on Feb 4, 2009 - 4 answers

Superbowl agnostics: What's an ideal activity to do during the game that would otherwise be too crowded? [more inside]
posted by benzenedream on Feb 1, 2009 - 18 answers

Please recommend a local tax preparer in the SF Bay area (San Jose preferred). I have a fairly straightforward situation: single, 401(K), charity donations that need to be itemized and some interest income from a money market account.
posted by JDC8 on Jan 5, 2009 - 9 answers

San Francisco filter: What fun show (preferably theater, but comedy, music, etc. also an option) can I take my brother and his girlfriend to see when they visit this weekend? [more inside]
posted by mingodingo on Dec 29, 2008 - 10 answers

californiafilter: help us find good hotels in san francisco and san diego! [more inside]
posted by thinkingwoman on Dec 17, 2008 - 17 answers

Where can I buy chocolate bagels in San Francisco? (I around SOMA) [more inside]
posted by chrisalbon on Dec 3, 2008 - 3 answers

Where is there a large outdoor staircase in the SF bay area, similar to the Spanish Steps in Rome? Needed for wedding proposal [more inside]
posted by Ekidnagrrl17 on Nov 30, 2008 - 11 answers

What do you recommend I do for New Year's Eve in San Fran ? [more inside]
posted by dawdle on Nov 26, 2008 - 3 answers

Let's say that I love Audium, the Tonga Room and Lucky Juju. Where else in the Bay Area has that same kind of fun, atmospheric, anachronistic vibe? [more inside]
posted by eschatfische on Nov 22, 2008 - 8 answers

What are the possible ways to get from Downtown San Francisco to Napa Valley/Harbin Hot Springs and back. [more inside]
posted by goalyeehah on Nov 5, 2008 - 8 answers

Where can I get edible flowers in the Bay area (USA)? [more inside]
posted by CommonSense on Nov 2, 2008 - 11 answers

San Francisco Parking: I'm in town for a week or so and looking for a cheap way to park my car within the city. I can't get a temp permit since I'm not a resident. (more boring details inside) [more inside]
posted by ryecatcher on Oct 29, 2008 - 6 answers

Last minute date filter: Need a good restaurant in San Francisco for a couple of twenty-somethings. [more inside]
posted by Sandor Clegane on Oct 25, 2008 - 18 answers

Mac Mini Sound Stops Working When I Push The Top of the Case [more inside]
posted by chrisalbon on Oct 19, 2008 - 7 answers

Unique sights in urban San Jose, Costa Rica [more inside]
posted by benzenedream on Oct 14, 2008 - 6 answers

Where should I live in San Diego? [more inside]
posted by torikim on Oct 3, 2008 - 9 answers

Which theaters offer quality improv classes in the Bay Area? I'm planning on moving to the Bay Area and am an improv junkie - taking classes concurrently at UCB, iO, Second City, The Groundlings and The WE in Los Angeles. So far I've only had BATS recommended to me... any others?
posted by ebness86 on Sep 16, 2008 - 7 answers

Bay Area Mefites, do you know of a Berkeley (or nearby) car mechanic who could inspect a used car for me tomorrow (Saturday)? [more inside]
posted by unclezeb on Sep 12, 2008 - 8 answers