August 2009
Sunday, August 2
2pm- 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Tango in the Square
Celebrate life ... dance tango! There will be free introductory lessons in
milonga, tango & vals (tango waltz). With open dance floor and performances
every first Sunday of the month, June through October.
August 6-9
SF Chefs. Food. Wine.
The Urban Food and Wine Weekend
Taste and enjoy a new four-day urban food and wine weekend on San
Francisco’s Union Square. Highlighting top chefs, bar stars and winemakers
during four days of tastings, classes, dinners and events with acclaimed
experts, including Thomas Keller, Gary Danko, Joanne Weir, and more. A
tented tasting pavilion featuring top restaurants and wineries will be housed
on historic Union Square. Get a taste and book your ticket at www.
sfchefsfoodwine.com
Union Square Park's Main Plaza will be closed Auust 3-5 and 10-11 for this
event. TIX Bay Area, Rulli Cafe and the garage will remain open to the public.
Wednesday, August 12
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Liss Fain Dance
Visceral, emotional, compelling. Liss Fain's dynamic and emotionally
poignant movement blends the flow and movement experimentation of
modern dance with the kinetic precision and vertical lift of ballet. Since its
founding in 1989, Liss fain Dance has collaborated with film makers, visual
designers, musicians and technologists on projects that have toured
nationally and internationally. The company is currently developing artistic
exchanges with companies in Poland, the Netherlands and Russia. LFD is
committed to pursuing cross-cultural exchanges through performances,
workshops, and master classes, contributing to greater mutual
understanding and respect between citizens from different countries and
cultures.
Wednesday, August 12
6pm – 8pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Nitecaps Blues Band
Come enjoy the musical styling of local blues band The Nitecaps as they play
their own original blues compositions, along with classic blues standards by
such greats as Stevie Ray Vaughn, Three Kings, and Slim Harpo.
Thursday, August 13
6pm-7:30pm
SFJAZZ Summerfest
featuring
Lavay Smith & Her Red-Hot Skillet Lickers
Lavay Smith is the matchless grande dame of the Bay Area swing scene. Her
“lush vocal style recalling both Bessie Smith and Dinah Washington” (Los
Angeles Times) mixed with air-tight jump blues, R&B, big band, and salsa
grooves laid down by the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, make this a sizzling kick off
to the series!
Friday, August 14,
6pm-8pm
The Collective Sound Summer Camp
Saturday, August 15
3:30pm-5:30pm
New Life Christian Church Preaching
Sunday, August 16
2pm- 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Moonalice
According to the legend, Moonalice is bringing its heady brew of roots, rock,
rhythm and blues to Union Square for an afternoon of spirited music,
peppered with ample doses of improvisation and surprise.Moonalice is a
band of seasoned players exploring new musical territory with a passion. G.
E. Smith (Saturday Night Live, Bob Dylan), Barry Sless (Phil Lesh & Friends,
David Nelson Band), Pete Sears (Jefferson Starship, Rod Stewart), Ann &
Roger McNamee (Flying Other Brothers), and Jim Sanchez (Dr. John, Boz
Scaggs) turn their collective body of experience, ace musicianship, great
songs, and love of adventure into live performances as distinct as they are
compelling. Don't miss it!
Wednesday, August 19
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Diego’s Umbrella
Diego’s Umbrella is the original Spanish Surf Mexican Gypsy Pirate Pop
Band from San Francisco. Together for over seven years, the band creates
music that will make you smile, weep, ponder, and dance.
Wednesday, August 19
6pm-8pm
Jewels in the Square and SalsaCrazy.com Present
Salsa in the Square
featuring Orquesta Borinquen
Salsa in the Square brings you some of the best salsa bands from the Bay
Area to dance to on the 3rd Wednesday of the month through October!
Introductory dance lessons start the night followed by an open dance floor
with live music. Don’t miss!
Thursday, August 20
6pm-7:30pm
SFJAZZ Summerfest
featuring
Louie Romero y Su Grupo Mazacote
Percussion legend Louie Romero spent ten years in trombonist Willie Colón’
s band, and played on numerous albums for the storied Fania label. His Bay
Area-based Mazacote feature a fresh take on classic ’60sand ’70s salsa dura
and Latin jazz on its long overdue debut album, 2006’s Timbalero.
Saturday, August 22
Show Starts at Dusk
SF Neighborhood Theater Foundation &
Jewels in the Square present
Film Night in the Park
On the Waterfront
Enjoy one of the best cinematic masterpieces of all time under the stars at
Union Square Park. Union Square will play host to Film Night in the Park two
nights during the summer.
Sunday, August 23
2pm – 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble
The Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble (LJYE) of San Francisco is a performing
group of talented musicians ages ten to 18. They perform Latin jazz classics
and original compositions at a level that has landed them gigs at the San
Jose Jazz Festival, the KCSM Jazz Festival, KGO Radio, Yerba Buena
Gardens, SF Museum of Modern Art, Paramount's Great America and the
world-renown jazz club, Yoshi’s. The LJYE has shared the stage with
legendary performers such as the great Cuban bassist, Cachao; piano
virtuoso Chuchito Valdes; Latin jazz heavyweights Poncho Sanchez and Clare
Fischer; and the Grammy Award-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra. The
LJYE mission is to preserve the traditions of Latin jazz and Afro-Cuban music
by teaching it to youth and to create role models for aspiring student
musicians.
Wednesday, August 26
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Carne Cruda
Raw and ready to rock, Carne Cruda hits the scene hard with the unbridled
energy of the rowdiest Latin music. Blending Surf with Cumbia, Son with
Soca, and traditional with indie, the Carne Crudeboys (and Crudegirl) are a
plastic flamingo on the neatly kempt lawn of Salsa music, jumping and
shouting all over the tennis courts of the Latin traditionalists. When the Buena
Vista Social Club gets Red Hot Chili Pepper-ified and They Might Be Giants
eat Willie Colon, you know Carne Cruda is rocking the house. Produced by
four-time Grammy-nominated producer Greg Landau (Susana Baca, Maldita
Vecindad), don't miss Carne Cruda.
Wednesday, August 26
6pm – 8pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Lindy in the Square
The Swing Dancers will turn back the clock and infect the Square with dance
fever the fourth Wednesday of every month from May through September.
Introductory dance lessons will be followed by an open dance floor. Bring a
partner or come and meet new people!
Thursday, August 27
6pm-7:30pm
SFJAZZ Summerfest
featuring
Shotgun Wedding Quintet
At the heart of San Francisco’s infamous Jazz Mafia, you’ll find the Shotgun
Wedding Quintet — a group of five powerful musical personalities with the
sound of a 10-piece band…literally. Based in the Mission District, the SWQ
has garnered a loyal following of hip-hop and jazz enthusiasts.
Sunday, August 30
2pm- 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Bayonics
Bayonics is a nine piece live hip hop, funk, salsa group from the SF Bay Area.
Their unique edgy sound comes from the combination of funky beats with
intricate horn lines, stylish guitar riffs, thumping bass lines, and melodic rap
vocals.
Sunday, August 2
2pm- 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Tango in the Square
Celebrate life ... dance tango! There will be free introductory lessons in
milonga, tango & vals (tango waltz). With open dance floor and performances
every first Sunday of the month, June through October.
August 6-9
SF Chefs. Food. Wine.
The Urban Food and Wine Weekend
Taste and enjoy a new four-day urban food and wine weekend on San
Francisco’s Union Square. Highlighting top chefs, bar stars and winemakers
during four days of tastings, classes, dinners and events with acclaimed
experts, including Thomas Keller, Gary Danko, Joanne Weir, and more. A
tented tasting pavilion featuring top restaurants and wineries will be housed
on historic Union Square. Get a taste and book your ticket at www.
sfchefsfoodwine.com
Union Square Park's Main Plaza will be closed Auust 3-5 and 10-11 for this
event. TIX Bay Area, Rulli Cafe and the garage will remain open to the public.
Wednesday, August 12
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Liss Fain Dance
Visceral, emotional, compelling. Liss Fain's dynamic and emotionally
poignant movement blends the flow and movement experimentation of
modern dance with the kinetic precision and vertical lift of ballet. Since its
founding in 1989, Liss fain Dance has collaborated with film makers, visual
designers, musicians and technologists on projects that have toured
nationally and internationally. The company is currently developing artistic
exchanges with companies in Poland, the Netherlands and Russia. LFD is
committed to pursuing cross-cultural exchanges through performances,
workshops, and master classes, contributing to greater mutual
understanding and respect between citizens from different countries and
cultures.
Wednesday, August 12
6pm – 8pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Nitecaps Blues Band
Come enjoy the musical styling of local blues band The Nitecaps as they play
their own original blues compositions, along with classic blues standards by
such greats as Stevie Ray Vaughn, Three Kings, and Slim Harpo.
Thursday, August 13
6pm-7:30pm
SFJAZZ Summerfest
featuring
Lavay Smith & Her Red-Hot Skillet Lickers
Lavay Smith is the matchless grande dame of the Bay Area swing scene. Her
“lush vocal style recalling both Bessie Smith and Dinah Washington” (Los
Angeles Times) mixed with air-tight jump blues, R&B, big band, and salsa
grooves laid down by the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, make this a sizzling kick off
to the series!
Friday, August 14,
6pm-8pm
The Collective Sound Summer Camp
Saturday, August 15
3:30pm-5:30pm
New Life Christian Church Preaching
Sunday, August 16
2pm- 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Moonalice
According to the legend, Moonalice is bringing its heady brew of roots, rock,
rhythm and blues to Union Square for an afternoon of spirited music,
peppered with ample doses of improvisation and surprise.Moonalice is a
band of seasoned players exploring new musical territory with a passion. G.
E. Smith (Saturday Night Live, Bob Dylan), Barry Sless (Phil Lesh & Friends,
David Nelson Band), Pete Sears (Jefferson Starship, Rod Stewart), Ann &
Roger McNamee (Flying Other Brothers), and Jim Sanchez (Dr. John, Boz
Scaggs) turn their collective body of experience, ace musicianship, great
songs, and love of adventure into live performances as distinct as they are
compelling. Don't miss it!
Wednesday, August 19
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Diego’s Umbrella
Diego’s Umbrella is the original Spanish Surf Mexican Gypsy Pirate Pop
Band from San Francisco. Together for over seven years, the band creates
music that will make you smile, weep, ponder, and dance.
Wednesday, August 19
6pm-8pm
Jewels in the Square and SalsaCrazy.com Present
Salsa in the Square
featuring Orquesta Borinquen
Salsa in the Square brings you some of the best salsa bands from the Bay
Area to dance to on the 3rd Wednesday of the month through October!
Introductory dance lessons start the night followed by an open dance floor
with live music. Don’t miss!
Thursday, August 20
6pm-7:30pm
SFJAZZ Summerfest
featuring
Louie Romero y Su Grupo Mazacote
Percussion legend Louie Romero spent ten years in trombonist Willie Colón’
s band, and played on numerous albums for the storied Fania label. His Bay
Area-based Mazacote feature a fresh take on classic ’60sand ’70s salsa dura
and Latin jazz on its long overdue debut album, 2006’s Timbalero.
Saturday, August 22
Show Starts at Dusk
SF Neighborhood Theater Foundation &
Jewels in the Square present
Film Night in the Park
On the Waterfront
Enjoy one of the best cinematic masterpieces of all time under the stars at
Union Square Park. Union Square will play host to Film Night in the Park two
nights during the summer.
Sunday, August 23
2pm – 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble
The Latin Jazz Youth Ensemble (LJYE) of San Francisco is a performing
group of talented musicians ages ten to 18. They perform Latin jazz classics
and original compositions at a level that has landed them gigs at the San
Jose Jazz Festival, the KCSM Jazz Festival, KGO Radio, Yerba Buena
Gardens, SF Museum of Modern Art, Paramount's Great America and the
world-renown jazz club, Yoshi’s. The LJYE has shared the stage with
legendary performers such as the great Cuban bassist, Cachao; piano
virtuoso Chuchito Valdes; Latin jazz heavyweights Poncho Sanchez and Clare
Fischer; and the Grammy Award-winning Spanish Harlem Orchestra. The
LJYE mission is to preserve the traditions of Latin jazz and Afro-Cuban music
by teaching it to youth and to create role models for aspiring student
musicians.
Wednesday, August 26
12:30pm – 1:30pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Carne Cruda
Raw and ready to rock, Carne Cruda hits the scene hard with the unbridled
energy of the rowdiest Latin music. Blending Surf with Cumbia, Son with
Soca, and traditional with indie, the Carne Crudeboys (and Crudegirl) are a
plastic flamingo on the neatly kempt lawn of Salsa music, jumping and
shouting all over the tennis courts of the Latin traditionalists. When the Buena
Vista Social Club gets Red Hot Chili Pepper-ified and They Might Be Giants
eat Willie Colon, you know Carne Cruda is rocking the house. Produced by
four-time Grammy-nominated producer Greg Landau (Susana Baca, Maldita
Vecindad), don't miss Carne Cruda.
Wednesday, August 26
6pm – 8pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Lindy in the Square
The Swing Dancers will turn back the clock and infect the Square with dance
fever the fourth Wednesday of every month from May through September.
Introductory dance lessons will be followed by an open dance floor. Bring a
partner or come and meet new people!
Thursday, August 27
6pm-7:30pm
SFJAZZ Summerfest
featuring
Shotgun Wedding Quintet
At the heart of San Francisco’s infamous Jazz Mafia, you’ll find the Shotgun
Wedding Quintet — a group of five powerful musical personalities with the
sound of a 10-piece band…literally. Based in the Mission District, the SWQ
has garnered a loyal following of hip-hop and jazz enthusiasts.
Sunday, August 30
2pm- 4pm
Jewels in the Square Presents
Bayonics
Bayonics is a nine piece live hip hop, funk, salsa group from the SF Bay Area.
Their unique edgy sound comes from the combination of funky beats with
intricate horn lines, stylish guitar riffs, thumping bass lines, and melodic rap
vocals.