FILM: Filmmaker and historian Brecht Andersch introduces Bay Area Ecstatic, a program of short films exploring the Bay Area's history as the epicenter of a branch of mystically inclined experimental filmmaking that seeks to induce ecstasy in viewers.

7 p.m. // SFMOMA, Phyllis Wattis Theater (151 Third St) // $5

HAPPY HOUR: The folks over at Tenderblog are having their second TenderNights: Drink-Up, featuring great cocktails, great prizes, and great company. Be prepared to list what you love about the TL before gaining entry, and let us know how the Geary Gimlet is.

6 to 8 p.m. // Koko Cocktails (1060 Geary St) // free

WORKSHOP: Photographer Julie Michelle leads a free Writing Workshop as part of her month-long I Live Here: SF exhibit. Hone in on your writing skills through poetry, playwriting and fiction while working directly with Julie Michelle and storytelling participants.

5 to 7 p.m. // SOMArts (934 Brannan St) // free