Wired scribe and Longshot magazine (formerly 48 hour mag) founder Mat Honan -- who, most recently, made headlines after holding a benefit to recoup money lost after meeting alleged apartment scammer Rachael Smith -- told us today that his publication has hidden a tempting $750 somewhere around San Francisco today. more ›

MUSIC: Blue Scholars, currently one of the top West Coast independent hip hop acts, bring their "soulful beats, poetic yet political rhymes" and a "dynamic live performance" to Slim's tonight. Bambu and Jern Eye open. more ›

The Bay Bridged and the Treasure Island Music Festival are gearing up for next month's big event with a really fun-sounding treasure hunt that will take place in the Mission next Thursday, October 1st. Festival-themed prizes include VIP passes, General Admission passes, gift packs, and more. more ›

Something big and red, there you might meet. more ›

Oh no Father's Day is nearly here! (June 17th, y'know.) What to do? Awesome local blogger Maggie Mason directs our gaze to her Father's Day buying guide on Mightygoods. If your dad or dads like merchandise and gender roles, they'll this spread of technology and supplies for the preparation of extravagant foods. (What, no sports stuff?) Do not confuse with the Mother's Day guide, which features flowers, a subscription to O, cookware designed for more delicate meals, and a GPS system because you know how girls are always getting lost heh heh am I right fellas har har har har crazy lady drivers. more ›

We always thought Chinatown would be a great place to do a Treasure Hunt as we're pretty sure you could find anything there-- artwork, toys, opium, you name it. Well, there is an official Chinatown Treasure Hunt, the 17th annual Chinese New Year Treasure Hunt, and we just happen to be holding a contest to giveaway tickets to take part. more ›

When visiting your republican parents in Ohio for the holidays, it can be hard to have a satisfying conversation over the dinner table. Worry not, we found a fantastic ice-breaker at the Alemany Farmer's Market. more ›

Welcome to a new SFist feature, Treasure Hunt, as new contributor Natacha scours the city for all those cool, somewhat out-of-the-way, stores featuring items you definitely cannot find at your average Walgreens. Asia Galleries 1534 Grant Ave., San Francisco CA. The store opens at 11AM Wednesday through Sunday and after that who knows... more ›