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Tunesday: Halloween, Part I

Ephraim Lee — Wed, 16 Oct 2013 02:46:48 +0000

Last night, we felt a couple more earthquakes (well, some of us anyway). It remains to be seen if the “big one” will come before Halloween or after. We’re gonna go for a bit of both today. The first three songs are going to shake your room a bit if you have a proper subwoofer & the next few weeks will be completely dedicated to music for your Halloween parties, kickbacks and get togethers. Happy Halloween. Hopefully, this makes up for your insensitivity to seismic activity.

White Panda – Diamond Thrones

White Panda makes some awesome mash-ups and I think mash-ups are a good crowd pleaser at a decent party. A while back, he made a mash-up I really enjoyed involving Ellie Goulding, A$AP Rocky, Kendrick Lamar, The Red Hot Chili Peppers and The Lumineers. It’s worth noting I’m not a fan of two of the songs he used in that one, but I liked how they were used in the mash. In this particular song, he mixes Rihanna’s “Diamonds” with the theme from “Game of Thrones.” I’m personally considering a “Game of Thrones” get-up this year, so maybe I’m just biased.

Deorro – Bootie in Your Face

This song is incredibly stupid. I think my IQ dropped just listening to it. I don’t care, it’s amazingly fun. This one’s a solid choice for a rager where you want people to get as unclassy as possible… it’ll even help you with the pre-drop “EVERYBODY RAGE!” If this one doesn’t get people dancing, something’s catastrophically wrong with your party planning or guest list.

Yellow Claw – Kaolo

“IT’S A TRAP.” Yes, here I am defending trap music again. This song will pound your subwoofer more than any of the other ones on this list. I recently gave this song a go at a party when I and everyone else were not quite there and it was a massive hit. In their most recent releases, Yellow Claw call themselves “Amsterdam Twerking Music” and I’m not sure what the hell that means, but I’m becoming a huge fan of their stuff.

Nate Belasco – Kanye West “Black Skinhead” vs. Tame Impala “Elephant”

Another mash-up. This one by Nate Belasco mixes Kanye West and Tame Impala and I can see it working just as well in a rager as at a kickback. I don’t really know what else to say about this. Listen for yourselves. Oh wait, no. You should watch the Kanye interview on Jimmy Kimmel. It’s fascinating. Okay, that’s it.

FAROFF – Gangnam Busters (PSY vs. Ghostbusters)

This one’s for the people who like their playlists old school. I think Monster Mash is a bit overplayed personally, but here’s a monster mash-up. It’s only been just over a year and people will roll your eyes if you play Gangnam Style, but chances are most people haven’t heard this mash-up with Ghostbusters (a song which is definitely in the top 5 of my Halloween classics).

J. Cole – She Knows (ft. Amber Coffman)

This one is not one curated by myself… of all people, it was my film theory professor who began playing this song before my friend Sheila and I had to find out what it was. It samples Cults, a band whose music I think works in a laid back scenario. Thank you to Emily Carpenter, you are one of my favorite professors ever (though I doubt she’d ever be reading this).

Dead Man’s Bones – My Body’s a Zombie for You

Let’s slow it down a bit now. This one’s more for a kickback or a nice little sneak if you want to get a little slow dance in with that person you’re into (yeah, I’m totally still in junior high). Also, it’s RYAN GOSLING’s band. And he’s singing the whole album with a children’s choir. I can hear ovaries exploding. This one’s for the ladies and gentlemen who love that man (and that’s not the only selling point, it’s a lovely song).

I’d like your opinion more than ever! Tell me some of your favorites for Halloween and parties in general. There’s going to be two more weeks of this.

As usual, please comment or e-mail me with suggestions or feedback. I will also take songs in my Spotify inbox, just search for Ephraim Lee. I’m always up to listen to what you have to offer, and your recommendations may make it here!

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Why we’re bummed we missed out on bago this year

Tara Lookabaugh — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 15:00:59 +0000

Don’t you just love the smell of stale beer in the morning? Love seeing campers with the words “Your daughter is in here” plastered on the side? Love driving six hours to SoCal in a winnebago full of frat stars, making that traditional stop at In-N-Out? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you probably found yourself at UCLA this weekend. While we’re grateful for the 20+ hours of sleep we got this weekend, we can’t help but feel like we missed out on a great #gameday.

Here’s why we’re bitter.

While you were drinking for Cal at a tailgate in LA, we were busy studying for Berkeley in a cubby at Main Stacks. #stressed

Upset that I can't bago down to ucla for the game bc I have a midterm & 6 page paper on Shakespeare to write

While you were watching the Bears live, we had to deal with literally the most ridiculous commercials. #unimpressed #pooradvertising

Just saw a snowblower commercial on @espn 2 watching @Cal vs @UCLA. Note to ESPN sales — it doesn't snow in Berkeley or LA

— Albert Chi (@albertchi) October 13, 2013

And while you were devouring your animal-style fries in classic Bear fashion, we were eating at Cafe 3 and dreaming about In-N-Out …

Cal drinking song…. In kettle man city..,, at in n out. #gobears #TFM

— Samantha Saravong (@samsaravong) October 11, 2013

So come next October, don’t make the same mistake we did.

Finish your homework early so you can trek down to SoCal and partake in the infamous bago festivities. #priorities

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Contact Tara Lookabaugh at tlookabaugh@dailycal.org.

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The process of deciding to get a flu shot in Berkeley

Ava Klein — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 15:00:49 +0000

We at the Clog feel it is fairly safe to say students hate getting the flu. Although temporary sickness allows for catching up on “Homeland” or old “Breaking Bad” episodes, being immobile because of the flu is possibly the worst. When you have the flu, you can’t sit up to finish your reading, do your math homework, walk or function.

All UC Berkeley students should get flu shots immediately. It takes all of one minute for the nurse at a CVS pharmacy or Walgreens to give you the shot, and it is virtually painless. Be an adult, and get the vaccine — it is foolish to think that you will “beat” the flu season, because the flu season will beat you.

If you tell your roommate you refuse to get the flu shot because you are scared of needles, expect him or her to respond like this:

When you decide to get your flu shot, your roommates and floormates will be thrilled at the prospect that they have less of a chance of catching this nasty illness.

If you end up contracting the flu but refused to get the flu shot, never complain. It is your fault.

If you do not get your flu shot, you run the risk looking like this for an entire week:

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Contact Ava Klein at avaklein@dailycal.org.

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The 3 best cars for Berkeley

Sherdil Niyaz — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 15:00:48 +0000

Walking sucks. Sure, you get some exercise, but you’re constantly tired out and never on time. So, for those of you who have decided to take the plunge and bring a car to Cal, we at the Clog would like to recommend some of the best. When it comes to Berkeley, these three are undoubtedly on the honor roll.

1. Honda Fit

Size matters, folks. We like ‘em small.

This spritely little auto has a lot going for it. The cash-strapped college student will not only appreciate how cheap it is to purchase (the Fit is one of the cheapest new cars you can buy), but also how little it costs to run. And not only does the Fit give you stellar mileage, but this is a Honda we’re talking about here. That means that it will never, ever break down — hell, it’ll probably outlast you. And then there’s the Honda Fit’s real calling card: its size. This thing takes the definition of compact car to a whole new level: We’ve seen bikes bigger than this thing. That really pays major dividends when you’re hustling down Telegraph, dodging seemingly blind motorists and obnoxious Cal students left and right (seriously, wait for the goddamn walk symbol). And that tiny parking spot on Bancroft? You can slip in while every compensating jerk in his SUV tries (and fails) to fit. Sometimes in a huge city like Berkeley, it pays to go small.

2. Toyota Prius C

Tree huggers will love you.

Fun fact: did you know the Prius actually isn’t just one car anymore? It’s evolved into a line of cars from Toyota that includes the Prius C, the baby Prius. This small and cheap (noticing a theme?) hybrid is great for a lot of the reasons that the Fit stands out, but it excels even more than the Honda in fuel economy. Driving around Berkeley is a decidedly slow affair, and cars burn a lot more fuel at lower speeds than at higher ones (especially when you factor in the fuel wasted waiting at one of Berkeley’s infamous red lights). The Prius C, however, skips around this by being a hybrid. So what does this mean to you? Less money spent on gas, and more for books! Or booze. Let’s be honest, you’re probably going to spend it on booze.

3. Subaru Impreza

Just don’t get this color, and you’ll be fine.

Sure, this Subaru is a bit chunky and more expensive compared to the last two cars. But there’s a reason for this: This car places a priority on safety. It’s aced nearly every crash test it’s been put through, and it has a bunch of technologies on board that keep you out of an accident in the first place (like all-wheel-drive). When you wrap your shiny new car around a tree, you’ll certainly feel embarrassed. But at least you might have a shot at walking away with only your car and pride in pieces. Safety first, folks. Especially with a bunch of aggravated, sleep-deprived Berkeley kids.

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Contact Sherdil Niyaz at sniyaz@dailycal.org.

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5 ways to vamp up that vegan burger at Crossroads

Sparsha Saxena — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 15:00:09 +0000

Eating at Crossroads is hard. Eating vegan at Crossroads is hard. Let’s be real — being vegan in general is pretty hard.

It doesn’t take long before you get sick of the options Crossroads has to offer — there are only so many days you can eat salad with hummus and guacamole. But fortunately, Crossroads does have one item that can help us diversify our vegan palate each week: its vegan burger. Who knew that one patty could make for five days of different lunches?

Here are our suggestions:

1. The classic vegan burger

Make sure to get out of your ketchup comfort zone and try adding hummus, guacamole and different sorts of veggies.

2. Modern croutons

Chop up the patty and add it onto your salad as a crouton replacement.

3. New soup crackers

Try topping off that vegan soup with some chopped-up burger and pumpkin seeds from the salad section.

4. Stuffed pita bread sandwiches

Substitute a chopped vegan burger for falafel and stuff it into pita bread with lettuce, tomatoes and cucumbers.

5. Open-face vegan patty

(Excuse the bacon)

Slather the burger with loads of hummus, and top it off with some lettuce and veggies of your choice.

Disclaimer: Your food will probably not look similar to the pictures, but we’re sure it’ll be pretty close.

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Everyone should be like Kanye

tamoriates — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:30:02 +0000

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I am tired of hearing the same old stories about Kanye West. A recent TMZ headline reads “Kanye West Goes Nuts Again On Paparazzi.” Again? It’s common, it’s expected, it’s laughable. But more than that, these headlines are narrow-minded and ridiculous.

Once the clichéd notions of him being an egotistical maniac start to disperse like a camera’s flash, Kanye’s merits as an artist and as a popular figure starts to become as clear as the reflection from that same flash bouncing off his grills.

In light of his recent much-publicized feud with talk show host Jimmy Kimmel, it may seem unreasonable to try to defend Kanye’s relevance to pop culture. On Sept. 24th, Kimmel demeaned Kanye through airing a parody of an interview that West did with Zane Lowe by having milkshake-sipping kids reenact parts of the interview. Kanye responded via Twitter, attempting to humiliate Kimmel and express his intense disapproval of the sketch. Admittedly, Kanye’s Twitter explosion was indeed riddled with unnecessary vulgarity and irrational accusations that at times justified conceptions about his brash nature. He has definitely acted in ways that lead many to question his maturity and dismiss him as aggressive and self-centered. The common examples are all exhausted at this point: something about Taylor Swift, George Bush and the paparazzi.

I understand. I get where people are coming from. If you’re getting your information from tabloid headlines, out of context sound bytes and unflattering video clips, then yes, Kanye is a jerk. However, that is, again, remaining on the surface without daring to tread any deeper. The reality is, Kanye West is a visionary artist and a role model.

Parents should encourage their children to embody some Kanye traits instead of sheltering them from him. Whenever I’m bummed out or struggling with something, my brother usually gives me a succinct piece of advice: “Just be like Kanye.” Not literally, as in the sense of going out to record platinum albums and tour the world, but more in the way of embodying valuable character qualities that Kanye exemplifies. Mainly, be undeniably confident in yourself. Kanye thinks that everything he does and says is gold and that if people don’t realize that, then they simply don’t “get it” and can show themselves the door. He knows what he has to offer and people should be thankful for what he has to provide. He puts incredible value in himself, leading to the fulfillment of his entire potential. He captured this in a quote from the Zane Lowe interview — the same one that Kimmel mocked: “I always feel like I can do anything. That’s the main thing people are controlled by: thoughts and perceptions of yourself … If you’re taught you can’t do anything, you won’t do anything.”

Another way to “be like Kanye” is to adopt his passion. Undeniably, he is one of — if not the most — passionate people on this planet when it comes to the things that matter to him. He truly, genuinely cares about what he is doing and the impact that he can make. Whether it be music, fashion, or consumer goods, he puts everything he has into making it the best: “Taste, culture, art, just the quality of life, this is what I’m here to do,” he said during his appearance on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” a few nights ago while explaining that he wants to make as much of an impact on the world as Steve Jobs or Leonardo da Vinci. The cliché of “following your dreams” is epitomized by Kanye; he does whatever he wants with no regard of what other’s reactions will be: “You can’t ever tell me what dream to have and what not to have, or the level of importance.”

It speaks volumes about our society when people scoff at Kanye’s unapologetic claims to brilliance and roll their eyes as they dismiss his aspirations. Why does his confidence make people feel as if they need to mock him? Do adolescent self-deprecation and insecurities somehow make people more comfortable? If someone had faith in their abilities and pursued to make a difference with those abilities, would society cast a sidewards glance at them? Perhaps teenage girls looking in the mirror with disgust or teenage boys humbly burying their talents away from the spotlight makes everyone else feel more secure in themselves amid an overly critical world. Perhaps since he is a black rapper, people expect him to dress like he’s fresh off the streets and babble about drugs instead of being an insightful fashion icon. The sight of him getting justifiably pent up about a certain issue make people automatically jump to the conclusion that it is a nonsensical rant. Somehow, it follows along with the accepted norm. However, once one actually pays attention, like they would if he was a respected white guy, they realize that what he is saying is incredibly legitimate.

Last semester, on the first day of classes, a girl introduced herself and confided in my class that she had always dreamed of being a fashion designer — designing was her true love — but her parents forbade her to go down that path. As a result, she seemed incredibly unsatisfied with her current position as a pre-med student at Berkeley cracking the chemistry books, rather than Vogue or GQ. This girl very well could have gone on to become a world famous fashion designer if she pursued her passion with her entire being. Unspoken chains and unspoken fences constantly seem to tame people’s passions into an obedient, desk-ridden puzzle piece that fits into the accustomed world. If Kanye allowed for the same pressures to control him, he would not be one of the most polarizing and successful people in the modern age. He breaks these chains. And look at what he’s done.

Perhaps the main objection against Kanye, albeit a subconscious feeling, is that he does not conform to the accepted status of a celebrity. Celebrities are idolized as perfect specimens who have every facet about them incredibly well-calculated — what they say, what they do, what they wear — but Kanye’s revolt against this methodized approach to stardom seemingly makes some people uneasy. Most prefer the pinch-her-cheeks-adorable Zooey Deschanel or the cheery, relatable Joseph Gordon Levitt to the blatantly honest and unfiltered West. Rather than being in fear of stirring the pot, Kanye speaks for all celebrities against the position that they are put in — yet people think he’s selfish. He told Kimmel that he can’t understand why “people feel (it is) okay to treat celebrities like zoo animals or act like what they’re saying is not serious or their life is not serious or their dreams are not serious.” Instead of staying in his designated place according to his social status as the object of adoration and perfection, he is the leading force towards destroying this “zoo animal” celebrity culture. He speaks his mind and stands up for himself and doesn’t cower under the fear of scarring his image.

When the facade of his “rants,” his antics, and his missteps dissipate, his message is blatantly uncovered to even the most resilient eyes. Simply because he is confident and passionate does not mean he is an out of touch egotistical hothead. Nor should we write him off as a bad example for the kids. Quite the opposite, actually.

Everyone should want to be like Kanye.

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‘Semicolons,’ I rest my case

Sophie Paeng — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 19:53:27 +0000

I had never listened to a single song by the Lonely Island until my sophomore year at UC Berkeley — no, not even “I’m on a Boat.”

My roommate Gabby was the one to open my eyes — rather, my ears — to the hilarity of the band’s music. After watching a few of the group’s most popular music videos on YouTube, I clicked on one whose title caught my grammar-nerd eye: “Semicolon.” I was excited to listen to what the band had to say about the punctuation mark many people misused so often.

Oh, I was not disappointed.

At first, I was very confused because I couldn’t really make sense of what the band was trying to tell me. Then came the line about Oxnard. Then I got it: The band was satirically misusing the semicolon.

The video’s lyrics satirically read, “I’ll take you where you’ve never been; Oxnard.” First of all, you should use a colon in that sentence, not a semicolon. Second, I’ve been to Oxnard many times — the city neighbors my hometown, Camarillo.

So the band members get F’s in their grammar class (which they deserve), but we shouldn’t have to. What is the correct way to use a semicolon?

One correct use of the semicolon is connecting two independent clauses. For example: Oxnard is famous for its strawberries; it even hosts a strawberry festival annually.

Another use is separating three or more items in a list when one or more of those items contain a comma: We can eat strawberry pizza (yes, this is a thing), chocolate-dipped strawberries and strawberry pie; drink strawberry margaritas; and go on a jog to burn off all those calories.

Who am I kidding? I wouldn’t go on that jog — I’d rather sit here, watch funny YouTube videos and tell you not to use semicolons like the Lonely Island does in this song if you want to be grammatically correct. But then again, why wouldn’t you want to be grammatically correct?

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Calstrology: your weekly horoscope

Holly Secon — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 15:00:41 +0000

Want to know what your week has in store for you? Look no further! The Daily Clog is here with your weekly horoscope.

Aries — You might be a little bit stressed as your schoolwork piles up, but do not fret. You know how to manage your schedule well, and if you can give up an hour or two of sleep a night, you will find the time to study. Treat yourself to a nice coffee in the morning. You deserve it.

Taurus — You are probably feeling a little nostalgic as this semester seems to rush past. You miss the ease of talking to new people, taking simple intro classes or eating at Crossroads. But instead of dwelling on your freshman year, you should be proud of your accomplishments so far.

Gemini — You’re going to have a great week. You have been indecisive recently, unsure of whether you want to switch your major, commit to a new relationship or buy that new, expensive piece of clothing. Go for it.

Cancer — Your luck is about to change. You are about to find a new lucky charm, be it a rabbit’s foot, a helpful GSI or a new friend. Capitalize on this new opportunity.

Leo — You will miss the 51B by two minutes on Thursday. Make sure you have on your sneakers so you can make it to class.

Virgo — Watch out! You are about to fall ill. All those late nights (studying, obviously) are about to catch up with you as you catch your first cold of the season. Stock up on some Emergen-C and grab some extra honey for your tea, because you are going to need it.

Libra — Take the path less traveled to class on Tuesday. Turn on a different street or walk around Sproul in the other direction — even if you get lost, it will be worth it. You are about to make a new discovery that you would have otherwise missed.

Scorpio — You should call an old high school friend. There are some funny stories and some surprising news you have missed!

Sagittarius — You need a break. Take some time for yourself: Go for a walk on Northside, take BART into the city or nap on Memorial Glade. Do something to change up your routine, because you need some invigoration.

Capricorn — You might want to consider doing that extra assignment for class. That reading you never do is for sure going to turn up on your quiz this week. You’re welcome.

Aquarius — You are about to come upon some money. Save it for a rainy day.

Pisces — Wear pants on Thursday. Seriously. We can’t tell you why, but you will thank us later.

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Contact Holly Secon at hsecon@dailcal.org.

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Need candy in your life before Halloween? There’s a holiday for that.

Julia Higgins — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 15:00:29 +0000

Midterm season is upon us, and so any excuse to celebrate is 100 percentnecessary. Although it may not get you out of an 8 a.m. exam, this month has more than one holiday that gives you excuse to exploit your sweet tooth. That’s right, Oct. 14 is National Dessert Day, and the Clog is here to help you to celebrate it the right way.

For those of you looking to expand your confectionery horizons beyond the predictability of Berkeley’s go-to sweet shops (we’re looking at you, C.R.E.A.M. and Ici), check out these five lesser known but equally delicious dessert places.

Masse’s Pastries – 1469 Shattuck Ave.

Arguably the classiest pastry supplier in Berkeley, Masse’s menu is complete with everything from Passion Fruit White Chocolate Cake to Key Lime Meringue Tart and beyond. Although splurging on any of the menu items would be an appropriate way to celebrate National Dessert Day, Masse’s is famous for its macarons, so don’t miss your chance to grub on these tasty, trendy French pastries.

Macaron is French for ‘delicious,’ right?

Cinnaholic – 2132 Oxford St.

Even though everyone might not react enthusiastically to the idea of a vegan dessert, the concept of creating your own customizable cinnamon roll is one every Berkeley citizen can appreciate. If you aren’t up to the challenge of crafting your personal masterpiece, you can always opt for one of the specialty rolls, which include options such as Lemon Ginger S’more and Butterscotch Bananas Foster.

Cookie doughn’t touch my cinnamon roll!!!

Love at First Bite – 1510 Walnut St.

Everyone loves a good, old-fashioned cupcake, not to mention a solid bakery pun. Baked goods are the perfect expression of love, which isn’t a hard statement to get behind after trying L.A.F.B.’s Matcha Green Tea cupcake (a delicate green tea cake made with ceremonial matcha tea, topped with matcha-infused whipped cream).

Pretty in pink!

The Xocolate Bar – 1709 Solano Ave.

Nothing goes better together than post-midterm sadness and chocolate, which is exactly why you should make a trip to The Xocolate Bar. Specializing in artisanal chocolates, this store makes delicious squares of happiness that are edible works of art. Don’t miss their Lavendar-Walnut and Dulce de Leche bon bons!

Chocolate buddhas? This takes meditation to a whole new level.

Honeyberry – 2380 Telegraph Ave.

Obviously, a Clog post about Berkeley desserts wouldn’t be complete without the inclusion of a place that serves boba … Honeyberry is known for its delicious tea bases and an array of dessert types, including pastries (try the roti buns!), shaved ice and frozen yogurt. It might be the most efficient location to celebrate National Dessert Day, because its menu includes so many different types of sweet treats!

Beat that, Yogurtland.

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7 low-key things to do in San Francisco

Tara Lookabaugh — Mon, 14 Oct 2013 15:00:06 +0000

As adventurous as we Golden Bears are, trekking to San Francisco can sometimes seem daunting. With our hectic weeks and midterm frenzy, weekend hibernation time is essential.

Besides, we’ve seen Fisherman’s Wharf, we’ve “aw-ed” at the sea lions, we’ve treated ourselves to free chocolate at Ghirardelli Square and we can see the Golden Gate from our dorm room window. What more do we need to do?

The answer is: a lot! San Francisco is a big city, and we’ve only got four (or five …) years to explore it. So, if you’re already planning your weekend sleep-fest, we have a few suggestions that will get you out of bed and on your way before you can say “BART strike.”

1. If you’re bored of the typical museum scene …

The Exploratorium is a great alternative. Instead of silence, it’s filled with clicking gadgets and ringing bells, and instead of “Do Not Touch” signs, the Exploratorium encourages hands-on engagement. Huge plus: It just moved from the middle of nowhere to a more convenient location at Pier 15.

2. If you’re ready for some exercise …

Check out the mosaic on the 16th Avenue Titled Steps. This San Francisco secret is a hike of 163 steps to the top, but it’s well worth the view.

3. If you’re actually a pinball wizard …

Take your spare laundry quarters (as if) and spend the day at the Musee Mecanique at Fisherman’s Wharf. This antique arcade has games dating back to the late 1800s, and they still work!

4. If you’re a history buff…

Take a trip to 1906, and visit the “Golden Hydrant.” This (now golden) fire hydrant is responsible for the Mission’s survival of a seven-hour blaze that came after the April 18, 1906, earthquake.

5. If you love the Berkeley hippie scene …

Make your way to Haight and Ashbury, where SF’s hippie culture was born. During the “Summer of Love,” psychedelic music and cheap rent brought big names such as Jefferson Airplane and Janis Joplin to the area. The bohemian culture and bright-painted houses created a new world. We hear it hasn’t changed much.

6. If you’re sick of Cafe 3 …

Hit up the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market on Saturdays for some fresh food. With top chefs and local farmers, you’re bound to leave with your bags (and your stomach) full.

7. If you’ve been living under a rock …

You probably haven’t heard that the house used in the TV show “Full House” is located in SF. Although it’s a real house, with real people living in it, it’s still cool to say: “I’ve been to the ‘Full House’ house.”

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