Whether you want to spend the weekend catching one of the better rock concert sets in recent memory, hanging out with the Autobots and Decepticons, or grilling up an amazing plate of ribs (or all three), we’re here to help. So let’s get to it, shall we?
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1 SEE & HEAR: Great shows are over
From two extremely topical stage shows to a modern rock icon to Beethoven’s glorious Ninth Symphony, there are many great shows and concerts to catch in the Bay Area this weekend.
2 WATCH: A new “Transformers” movie
“Transformers One,” helmed by Berkeley native (and “Toy Story 4” director) Josh Cooley, goes behind the bitter rivalry that drives the franchise.
3 EAT & DRINK: What do you do at the 49ers’ home?
Yes, football season is here again. Which raises the important question: What do they serve at Levi’s Stadium?
4 SEE & HEAR: Rock ‘n’ roll royalty
Head to Oracle Park in SF on Friday for an amazing concert bill: Green Day, Smashing Pumpkins, Rancid and – perhaps the best part of the whole show – Linda Lindas. It’s one of those Top 10 shows you need to catch this fall.
5 SEE: Demi Moore’s comeback
The actor is receiving rave reviews for his lead role in the damn disturbing movie “The Substance”.
6 GRILL & STOP: Purple power!
If you’re grilling ribs this weekend (or anytime, for that matter), we have a tip for you: pomegranate.
7 SEE & HEAR: A guitarist like no other
Marc Ribot, who has played for such free spirits as Tom Waits and John Zorn, takes center stage in a pair of Bay Area shows starting this weekend.