From new places to dine al fresco to amazing animation and and classic film comedies, there is a lot of fun stuff to do and see this weekend, so let’s get to it, shall we?
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1 DINE: Take it outside
Al fresco dining is one of those great things about living in the Bay Area. Here are eight new spots that make the scene even better.
Singer Cyndi Lauper is bringing her farewell tour to three Northern California venues Aug. 23026. (Rob Grabowski/Associated Press)
2 SEE & HEAR: Great shows are all over
From ’80s pop music icons and classic film comedies, there are some awesome things to see and do in the Bay Area this weekend.
3 WATCH: Animation excellence
The No. 1 animated movie in the world right comes from China, and it has landed in the Bay Area. Meanwhile, another animated sensation, “KPop Demon Hunters,” hits Bay Area theaters this weekend as well.
4 VISIT & SCARF: Check out The Stand
The L.A.-based restaurant chain known for its amazing (and creative) burgers and other items now has two Bay Area eateries — here’s what you should know.
The graphics on “Madden NFL 26” are impressive as ever on the more powerful consoles, but it still runs decently on the Nintendo Switch 2. (Electronic Arts)
5 PLAY: The latest Madden NFL game is here
The iconic game franchise is marking its first release on Nintendo Switch in quite some time, and we have thoughts.
6 MAKE & EAT: A classic — hold the mayo
There’s nothing wrong with a hearty potato salad, but the warm summer/autumn months kind of call out for this lighter version.
7 PLAY & DEVOUR: Art, science and yumminess converge
The Museum of American Heritage in Palo Alto is always a cool place to go, but on Saturday, they’re offering a special mouthwatering incentive to visit.