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Deconstructing the politics of parking in San Francisco

Parking is quietly becoming the year's big issue

Chronicle stories and controversial award trigger a new round of anti-immigrant anger

Safer streets for cyclists cause growing pains for motorists

U.N. General Assembly president urges rich countries to better address the economic crisis

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The decline of daily newspapers is going to have a serious impact on open government

Fearing arrest and/or deportation will mean fewer women will report rape or other violence and exploitation when they occur

Harris and Newsom ought to be defending the Sanctuary Laws, not running away from them

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Quietly sophisticated "coastal cuisine" in a Captain Nemo-like, underwater-fantasy setting

Tootling around Berlin, and missing Brick Pig's House in Oakland

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RADAR: Queer Elders Program - Michelle Tea hosts this special collaboration of readings by older LGBT folks.
6pm, free. San Francisco Public Library, Main Branch, SF. www.radarproductions.org

One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest - Ken Kesey's story about an Oregon asylum brought to life in SF Playhouse's production. More...
8pm, $40. SF Playhouse, 533 Sutter, SF. (415) 677-9596, www.sfplayhouse.org
Strange Boys - These dudes from Austin do the R&B, Southern garage rock thing. More...
9pm, $8. Hemlock Tavern, 1131 Polk, SF. http://www.hemlocktavern.com

$Stimulus Package Benefit Show - Fromagique's bringin' the noise, Whole Foods and Sweet Petite Baking are bringin' the eats, and an impressive line-up of performers are bringin' the burlesque in this start-studded fundraiser show for out-of-work, recently-laid-off, and under-employed creative types.
9pm, $10. Annie's Social Club, 917 Folsom, SF. www.anniessocialclub.com
Baxtalo Drom: The Lucky Road - This special edition of the monthly gypsy punk dance event features Seattle's fantastic multi-faceted cabaret act, Fabuluxe, as well as local belly dance, burlesque, and craft experts. More...
9pm, $10. DNA Lounge, 375 11th St., SF. (415) 626-4337, www.dnalounge.com

Funland Fun-raiser - Celebrate the building of San Francisco's only mini golf and amusement park, planned for the Bayshore. Join Cyclecide for an evening of mini putt putt, pedal-powered attractions, punk shows, and refreshments.
7:30pm, $5-$10. Bayshore at Oakdale, SF. www.cyclecide.com
Too Big To Fail - San Francisco Mime Troupe celebrates its 50th season in this recession-themed farce. More...
2pm, free. Dolores Park, 18th St. and Dolores, SF. (415) 285-1717, www.sfmt.org

Big Time Freedom Fest - We're teaming up with Bay Bridged, Tartufi, and Thread Productions for a full day of bands and BBQ on one of our favorite bar patios. More...
El Rio, 3158 Mission, SF. (415) 282-3325, www.elriosf.com
"Full Deck: A Short History of Skate Art" - Skateboard culture's suburban roots come home to roost in this enormous group show dedicated to skater art. More...
12-5pm, $3-$5. Bedford Gallery, 1601 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek. (925) 295-1417, www.bedfordgallery.org

"Church" at Cafe Revolution - Celebrate the sabbath with good blues and good brews at this Mission neighborhood favorite. Don't forget to tip your musicians!
12-2pm, free. Revolution Cafe, 3248 22nd St, SF. (415) 642-0474, www.myspace.com/revcafe2006
Reverend Horton Heat - This psychobilly virtuoso bops with a rhythm section after the Nekromantix open. More...
8pm, $24. Great American Music Hall, 859 O'Farrell, SF. (415) 885-0750, www.gamh.com

Shirts Off Monday - Haven't seen enough cute, nearly-nude men this weekend? Stop by Chaps, where it's all bare torsos and Belgian beer specials at this weekly event.
9pm-2am, free. Chaps, 1225 Folsom, SF. www.chapsbarsanfrancisco.com
Lisa Kanemoto: "We Are" - Behold one woman's look at lesbian and gay liberation right before the onset of AIDS. More...
10am-10pm, free. RayKo Photo Center Gallery, 428 3rd St., SF. (415) 495-3773, www.raykophoto.com

Change the Beat - DJs Centipede and Citizen Ten spin jazz and funk rock from around the world, layered with dirty instrumental beats.
9pm, free. Madrone, 500 Divisadero, SF. www.cbrecords.com
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