The current wave of warm weather is a reminder that getting out of the house can be fun, and that there's more to life than your couch. Here are some activities to keep the sunshine beaming in your heart, even when darkness falls.

TUESDAY, APRIL 4

FREE CONE DAY: If your desire to save a couple bucks isn't quashed by the prospect of standing in line, today's free cone day event at every Ben & Jerry's is for you! For a brief time back in the early aughts, I actually lived above the B&J at Haight and Ashbury, which on their annual free single scoop day would attract lines that rival those of early-days Mission Chinese Food. There are three other locations in SF (two at the Wharf, and inside the Union Square Macy's) that will also be giving away ice cream today, as well as pretty much every other B&J in the world. Locations here,12-8 p.m., free

WATCH BIG BROTHER: As part of a nationwide protest against the Trump administration, the YBCA is hosting free screenings of the film adaptation of George Orwell's 1984. Why today? Because the events of the book begin on April 4, aka a "cold day in April." The late John Hurt plays the everyman protagonist, and Richard Burton's final role was in the film. Best of all, the soundtrack is by the Eurythmics, and is amazing. YBCA, 701 Mission Street, 1 p.m. and 3:30 p.m., free.

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 5

BOOKS FOR A BUCK: Every Wednesday, the Friends of the San Francisco Library cover the area in front of the main branch with tables piled high with books, all sold for a measly dollar. There are lots of gems to be found at this sale, and, remember, no one ever gets mugged for the book they're reading while on Muni or BART. Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.

THURSDAY, APRIL 6

WALK TO WORK: Every day is walk to work day for me, as I walk from my bed to my desk (aprx three steps). But for those of you who actually dress and leave the house to toil, today is SF's annual Walk To Work Day. Acknowledging that we can't all walk all the way, Walk SF asks that everyone just walk for a 15 minute segment of today's commute, promising "safety lights, backpacks, coffee, or breakfast snacks" at hubs (mapped above) located in the central portion of the city. San Francisco, 7:30-10:30 a.m., free.

OCTAVIA STREET FEEDBACK: The SFMTA closed northbound Octavia Street from Linden to Hayes streets to vehicle traffic for a week beginning March 31, and here's your chance to tell them if you thought this plan is brilliant or busted. On this lunchtime "walk-and-talk," you'll get to "walk the length of Octavia Boulevard with [the MTA] to discuss ideas for redesigning the boulevard’s local lanes, potential traffic circulation changes at Market Street and Octavia Boulevard, and the Page Street Neighborway." Walk begins at PROXY, 432 Octavia Street, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., free.

FRIDAY, APRIL 7

NORTH BEACH FIRST FRIDAYS: The first Friday of the month typically means open studio events for artists across the Bay Area. In North Beach, 18 galleries and creative and event spaces stay open late for you to crawl, enjoy, and imbibe. Art Crawl map here, 6-9 p.m., free admission.

TACO TALK LIVE: Since February of last year, CultureStrike's Taco Talk interview series has gained attention for videos in which they "invite an artivist to some tacos while we chat and learn more about who they are, their art work and process, and how they work!" Tonight you can see a live Taco Talk with host Julio Salgado, a nationally-known undocumented and queer illustrator. SFAC, 401 Van Ness Avenue Suite 126, 6-8 p.m., free.

SATURDAY, APRIL 8

CHERRY BLOSSOM FEST: The Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival kicks of the first of four days of performances, exhibitions, and more. Hear music, try a new craft, and learn more about Japanese culture. Japantown, 11 a.m.-6 p.m.. free unless otherwise noted.

WISE SONS EDUCATION: The CUESA Classroom is less of a room and more of a tent, located in front of the Ferry Building during the Saturday Farmers Market. This week your instructor is Wise Sons Jewish Delicatessen's Evan Bloom, who'll be leading a "cooking demo featuring the seasonal bounty of the Ferry Plaza Farmers Market." You'll leave with samples, recipes, and inspiration. The Ferry Building, 1 Ferry Building, 10:30-11:15 a.m., free.

NEW PLACE TO PLAY: Until recently, the schoolyard of Malcolm X Academy was closed to neighborhood use, leaving Hunter's Point kids with one fewer place to play. That all ends today, as the playground at Malcolm X Academy is re-opening for weekend public use. At today's kickoff event, there'll be "games and activities for the whole neighborhood, free lunch, and a ribbon cutting ceremony," but I am sure you can cash in on the first two and skip the likely boring third of those features. Malcolm X Academy, 350 Harbor Road, 11 a.m.-1 p.m., free.

EGG HUNT FOR DOGS: No, Easter isn't for a week, but dogs don't know that, which is why today's event is for him. A fundraiser for SF-based Family Dog Rescue, at today's event your pooch is invited to search for "eggs filled with tasty treats and valuable prizes" as you, the human, enjoy "finger foods and local vendors." There's even a photo op with the Easter Bunny for your dog, which could get awkward if your pup prefers his or her bunnies in canned or kibble form. Golden Gate Park, Old Speedway Meadow-371 Chain of Lakes Dr E, 12-2 p.m., dogs and kids under 12 get in free and adult tickets are $10-15 and are available here.

SUNDAY, APRIL 9

HIT THE BAYVIEW STREETS: There's no shame in admitting that you're not that familiar with the Bayview, but when an opportunity arises to learn more about the area you shouldn't think twice about taking it. So here you go, it's the Bayview installment of the city's Sunday Streets series, a chance to explore Third Street on foot and to see that there's far, far more to the area than what you see on the news or, I'll admit, read in our crime section. Route map is here, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., free.