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Bay Area Now 9

Presented by YBCA

October 6, 2023–May 5, 2024

The ninth iteration of YBCA’s signature triennial exhibition highlighting 30 artists working throughout the Bay Area’s nine counties.

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Curator-Led Tour of Bay Area Now 9

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Curator-Led Tour of Bay Area Now 9

A free curator-led tour to learn more about the exhibition, background of key pieces, insider details, and more.

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Second Sundays, October 8, 2023–May 5, 2023, 12-1 PM

First & Second Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free and open to the public for Free Second Sundays

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Parol Lantern Workshops

Public Programs

Parol Lantern Workshops

Presented by SOMA Pilipinas

Learn the art of making your own parol lantern at these free, family-friendly workshops led by SOMA Pilipinas.

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October 14–December 3, 2023

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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Prismatic Permutations: Expanded Cinema Performances

Screenings & Films

Prismatic Permutations: Expanded Cinema Performances

Bay Area Now 9 Looping Film Program

An hour-long program of select expanded cinema performances that have been presented by Shapeshifters Cinema over its 11-year history.

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December 1–30, 2023, 11 AM–5 PM

Screening Room, YBCA
Tickets:
Access is included with ticketed entry to the exhibition Bay Area Now 9. Selected films will loop during gallery open hours.

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The Velveteen Rabbit

Dance

The Velveteen Rabbit

Presented by ODC/Dance

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December 2–10, 2023

Tickets: $30-125

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pARTicipate workshop with ChiChai Mateo

Public Programs

pARTicipate workshop with ChiChai Mateo

Workshops presented by YBCA

Create a Bangka (boat) using supplies like tissue paper, construction paper and markers, to develop a 3D collage. This workshop is inspired by BAN9 artist Champoy.

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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December 6, 2023, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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21st Annual Parol Lantern Festival

Public Programs

21st Annual Parol Lantern Festival

Presented by Filipino-American Development Foundation & SOMA Pilipinas

A fun-filled cultural festival of food, drinks, art, dance, music, and shopping at YBCA, located in the vibrant SOMA Pilipinas – Filipino Cultural Heritage District.

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Saturday, December 9, 2023, 3–8 PM

Forum & Grand Lobby, YBCA
Yerba Buena Gardens

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Ritual Repair Weaving Workshop

Public Programs

Ritual Repair Weaving Workshop

Workshop presented by YBCA

Learn some basic tapestry weaving techniques and discover how to transform your personal materials into threads in a Ritual Repair Weaving Workshop with BAN9 artist Indira Allegra.

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December 9, 2023, 2–4 PM

701 Mission Plaza, YBCA
Free with registration. Please register for your 30 minute time slot

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Spectral Evidence

Screenings & Films

Spectral Evidence

A showcase of expanded cinema

A dynamic film program from Shapeshifter Cinema, featuring three sets of kinetic, multi-projector, and multimedia performances.

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December 9, 2023, 12–2 PM

Screening Room, YBCA
Tickets:
$9

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Pilates for Every Body

Public Programs

Pilates for Every Body

Pilates class in partnership with the International Museum of Dance

Get ready to move joyfully in this Pilates class, where you’ll find your ideal equilibrium between body, mind, and spirit.

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December 9, 2023, 1–2 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Public Programs

The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Presented by YBCA

Drop in on this artmaking session with BAN9 artist José Figueroa and try out his drawing process for yourself.

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Sunday, December 10, 2023, 12–3 PM

First Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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December 13, 2023, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
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Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet

Performances

Smuin’s The Christmas Ballet

Presented by Smuin Contemporary Ballet

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December 14–24, 2023

Tickets: $36-$119

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Pilates for Every Body

Public Programs

Pilates for Every Body

Pilates class in partnership with the International Museum of Dance

Get ready to move joyfully in this Pilates class, where you’ll find your ideal equilibrium between body, mind, and spirit.

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December 16, 2023, 1–2 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Dance-Along Nutcracker 2023: The Nutmare Before Christmas

Performances

Dance-Along Nutcracker 2023: The Nutmare Before Christmas

Presented by San Francisco Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band

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December 16 & 17, 2023

YBCA Forum

Performances:
December 16 at 3pm and 7pm December 17 at 11am and 3pm

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Cyanotype on Film Workshop

Public Programs

Cyanotype on Film Workshop

Learn the chemistry, tools, and techniques used to print permanent cyanotype images on 16mm film in this workshop with filmmaker John Davis.

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Sunday, December 17, 2023, 11 AM–5 PM

Community Lounge, YBCA
Tickets:
$20

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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December 20, 2023, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Sip & Sketch: José Figueroa

Public Programs

Sip & Sketch: José Figueroa

Presented by YBCA

Grab your sketching tool of choice, your beverage of choice, and a seat for Sip & Sketch with BAN9 artist José Figueroa.

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December 21, 2023, 5:30–8 PM

First & Second Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free with gallery admission to Bay Area Now 9. Registration required

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Pilates for Every Body

Public Programs

Pilates for Every Body

Pilates class in partnership with the International Museum of Dance

Get ready to move joyfully in this Pilates class, where you’ll find your ideal equilibrium between body, mind, and spirit.

+ Read more

December 23, 2023, 1–2 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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December 27, 2023, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Goodwill Label Stories

Public Programs

Goodwill Label Stories

Pop-up with artist Lynda Grose

A dynamic conversation on second-hand clothing, sustainability and the fashion industry at this interactive pop-up event. Bring your own thrifted garment or browse a selection from Goodwill to take home.

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Saturday, December 30, 2023, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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January 3, 2024, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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January 10, 2024, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Public Programs

The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Presented by YBCA

Drop in on this artmaking session with BAN9 artist José Figueroa and try out his drawing process for yourself.

+ Read more

Sunday, January 14, 2024, 12–3 PM

First Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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January 17, 2024, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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January 24, 2024, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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Goodwill Label Stories

Public Programs

Goodwill Label Stories

Pop-up with artist Lynda Grose

A dynamic conversation on second-hand clothing, sustainability and the fashion industry at this interactive pop-up event. Bring your own thrifted garment or browse a selection from Goodwill to take home.

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Sunday, January 28, 2024, 12–2 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

Public Programs

Art + Asana: Free Yoga Class

A free yoga class where you can find your flow while immersed in the art of our ongoing exhibition Bay Area Now 9.

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January 31, 2024, 4–5 PM

Third Street Courtyard
Free with registration

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The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Public Programs

The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Presented by YBCA

Drop in on this artmaking session with BAN9 artist José Figueroa and try out his drawing process for yourself.

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Sunday, February 11, 2024, 12-3 PM

First Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free with registration

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Community Weaving with Charlene Tan

Public Programs

Community Weaving with Charlene Tan

A workshop to co-create a large-scale weaving artwork featured in BAN9 by artist Charlene Tan.

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Saturday, February 24, 2024, 1–3 PM

Second Floor Galleries
Free with registration

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Goodwill Label Stories

Public Programs

Goodwill Label Stories

Pop-up with artist Lynda Grose

A dynamic conversation on second-hand clothing, sustainability and the fashion industry at this interactive pop-up event. Bring your own thrifted garment or browse a selection from Goodwill to take home.

+ Read more

Sunday, February 25, 2024, 2–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Public Programs

The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Presented by YBCA

Drop in on this artmaking session with BAN9 artist José Figueroa and try out his drawing process for yourself.

+ Read more

Sunday, March 10, 2024, 12–3 PM

First Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free with registration

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Goodwill Label Stories

Public Programs

Goodwill Label Stories

Pop-up with artist Lynda Grose

A dynamic conversation on second-hand clothing, sustainability and the fashion industry at this interactive pop-up event. Bring your own thrifted garment or browse a selection from Goodwill to take home.

+ Read more

Saturday, March 16, 2024, 1–4 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Public Programs

The Artist at Work: José Figueroa

Presented by YBCA

Drop in on this artmaking session with BAN9 artist José Figueroa and try out his drawing process for yourself.

+ Read more

Sunday, April 14, 2024, 12–3 PM

First Floor Galleries, YBCA
Free with registration

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Goodwill Label Stories

Public Programs

Goodwill Label Stories

Pop-up with artist Lynda Grose

A dynamic conversation on second-hand clothing, sustainability and the fashion industry at this interactive pop-up event. Bring your own thrifted garment or browse a selection from Goodwill to take home.

+ Read more

Saturday, April 21, 2023, 12–2 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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Community Weaving with Charlene Tan

Public Programs

Community Weaving with Charlene Tan

A workshop to co-create a large-scale weaving artwork featured in BAN9 by artist Charlene Tan.

+ Read more

Saturday, May 4, 2024, 1–3 PM

Second Floor Galleries
Free with registration

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Goodwill Label Stories

Public Programs

Goodwill Label Stories

Pop-up with artist Lynda Grose

A dynamic conversation on second-hand clothing, sustainability and the fashion industry at this interactive pop-up event. Bring your own thrifted garment or browse a selection from Goodwill to take home.

+ Read more

Sunday, May 5, 2024, 12–2 PM

Grand Lobby, YBCA
Free with registration

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UNDO MEN

Public Art

UNDO MEN

Sanctuary City Project

This work shines light on the power of the student-led pro-immigrant movement while examining the impact of policies on the lives of the undocumented community.

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2023–ongoing

Grand Lobby, YBCA

Let’s Build from Here

Public Art

Let’s Build from Here

Innosanto Nagara

A site-specific public artwork highlighting the power of collaborative future-building.

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2022-ongoing

East Gardens, YBCA

Excelsior Street Furniture Pilot

Public Art

Excelsior Street Furniture Pilot

Street Furniture Designed by San Francisco Students

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2022-ongoing

Mission Street at Geneva Ave., Excelsior Ave. and Onoganda Ave., San Francisco

Peace in the Middle East

Public Art

Peace in the Middle East

Taravat Talepasand

This work refers to the translation of the word “peace” in Farsi “صلح” sculpted with neon.

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2022-ongoing

Grand Lobby, YBCA

Statement marquee from Escuela de Arte Útil (School of Useful Art)

Public Art

Statement marquee from Escuela de Arte Útil (School of Useful Art)

Tania Bruguera

YBCA continues to activate the marquee with timely and responsive messages generated from artists and community partners.

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2017–ongoing

Third Street Courtyard, YBCA

love @ first line

Public Art

love @ first line

Anna Sergeeva

A new site-specific public artwork by Anna Sergeeva featuring the first lines of love poems.

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2021–ongoing

Exterior, YBCA

Dream

Public Art

Dream

Ana Teresa Fernández

A public art installation commissioned by YBCA and co-sponsored by San Francisco Public Works.

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Ongoing

Bernal Hill, San Francisco