This week might be on the slower end of those in town, but even in a lull of activity, there are plenty of readings, dance parties, and art openings to attend. You're presence is requested at the following:

TUESDAY, MARCH 21

CLEVE JONES AT FOLIO BOOKS: Activist Cleve Jones, whom SFist editor Jay Barmann recently interviewed about the "surreal" experience of seeing himself depicted onscreen in the ABC mini-series When We Rise, will be at Folio Books on 24th Street to read from and discuss his memoir of the same name. The event is free thanks to Word Week 2017, a Noe Valley literary event series. Folio Books, 3957 24th Street, 7 p.m. to 8 p.m., free

CLAP YOUR HANDS SAY YEAH: Philadelphia-based indie rock musician Alec Ounsworth is now the only member of CYHSY, a project that began putting out music in 2005 through the internet rather than a record label. Ounsworth's latest release is Tourist, and you can read a pretty favorable NPR review here. Vita and the Woolf opens. The Independent, 628 Divisadero Street, 7:30 p.m. doors, 8 p.m. show, $20-22

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 22

JAMI ATTENBERG AT THE BOOKSMITH: NYT bestselling author Jami Attenberg will be at the Haight literary bastion the Booksmith reading from her latest, All Grown Up. She's known for her essays about life, sex, and cities and her novels including Saint Mazie and The Middlesteins. She'll be in conversation with Alexis Coe. The Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, 7:30 p.m., free

PRESIDIO OFFICERS CLUB AFTER HOURS: You don't have to be an officer to party at the Presidio Officer's Club. In fact, no rank is necessary. Dance to classic '60s tunes in this unique space and relive the Summer of Love with mid-week drinks like a signature "Strawberry Fields" and bites from Arguello restaurant. You're probably catching on to a theme: Summer of Love trivia will also be played, with prizes like Fort Point Beer and Sports Basement Gift Cards. Presidio Officer's Club, 50 Moraga Avenue, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m., free entry, cash bar

THURSDAY, MARCH 23

DJ MUSTARD RESIDENCY: LA's famed DJ Mustard has signed on to be an artist in residence at 1015 Folsom, and his first quarterly party of the year will inaugurate that residency. You'll know Dijon McFarlane, his given name, and his work by his tag: "Mustard on the beat." DJ Amen and Sean G open. 1015, 1015 Folsom Street, 10 p.m., $30

READING FROM 'ALICE, MEMOIRS OF A BARBARY COAST PROSTITUTE': In 1913, the San Francisco Bulletin published a serialized ghostwritten memoir of a prostitute who went by Alice, and for the first time in print since then, some of the original serialized account, edited by Ivy Anderson and Devon Angus, was published in a collaboration between Heyday Books and the California Historical Society more than a century later. The book is notable for its frank, unabashed takes on sex work, or "the life," and provides views still relevant to the discussion of sex work today. Green Apple Books on the Park, 1231 9th Avenue, 7:30 p.m., free

FRIDAY, MARCH 24

HOOD INTERNET TEN YEAR ANNIVERSARY: Chicago duo the Hood Internet, famed for their remixes and original material, are on tour to celebrate their 10th anniversary. Their web-inspired jams are like surfing the net, but like, good. Blockhead, JBoogie, and Marcellus open with DJ sets of their own. It's all happening at Mezzanine, and you're invited. Mezzanine, 444 Jessie Street, 9 p.m., $15-20

MEXICAN MUSEUM EXHIBIT OPENING: The exhibition Tramas Urbanas opens to showcase acclaimed Mexican visual artist Paloma Torres. The Mexican Museum, in association with the Smithsonian Institution and partnership with the Consulate General of Mexico in San Francisco, presents Torres' abstract sculptures and handmade textiles that are based on arial photographs taken by the artist from high above Mexico City. The Mexican Museum, 2 Marina Boulevard, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., free

SATURDAY, MARCH 25

'VERTIGO'/'BASIC INSTINCT' DOUBLE FEATURE: Spend Saturday night at the movies — or, if you want, just the afternoon, and arrive for a 2 p.m. or 4:30 p.m. matinee of just the first film. That's Vertigo, the 1958 Hitchcock classic staring James Stewart as a semi-retired SF policeman alongside Kim Novak, and it's followed by Basic Instinct, directed by noted Hitchcock fan Paul Verhoeven, starring Michael Douglas as an SF police detective we wish would retire, alongside the inimitable Sharon Stone. Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street, 7 p.m., $12, or just $9 for the 2 p.m.


MOTHER V. DRAGULA:
Heklina hosts this spooky drag spectacular along with LA duo the Boulet Brothers and their party Dragula. Expect a Drag Supermonster, Vander Von Odd, to be unleashed upon the world. As is usual, no bachelorette parties will be admitted. Some things are altogether too frightening. Oasis, 298 11th Street, 11:30 p.m. show and dancing till late, $10

SUNDAY, MARCH 26

TREASURE ISLAND EASTER FLEE: The Treasure Island Flea, with great vendors, views, and music, returns for an Easter version of its usual monthly festivities. They're calling it "Fleaster, and we forgive them for that. Expect a costumed bunny for the kids, cocktails for the adults, and a hidden golden egg that's good for $20 at any vendor. The Flea is also open on Saturday at the same hours. Pier 1, Treasure Island, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., $3 entry

SUNSET SILENT DISCO BEACH YOGA: All yoga practice levels are welcome for these popular sessions at one of the most zen and cool yoga destinations in town courtesy of mother nature and Outdoor Yoga SF. Must sign up in advance as permit is limited. Headphones will guide you through the practice. Baker Beach, 1504 Pershing Drive, 5:30 p.m., $24-29