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The BRU/SFO Project

The BRU/SFO Project is back! 21st Amendment brewery and Magnolia brewery join forces once again to craft 12 unique Belgian-style beers with an American twist. Every Monday this month each bar will release a different beer for the week. Sounds like a great place to be for two beer lovers!

WHAT: Beer, beer, and more beer!

WHERE: 21st Amendment Brewery & Magnolia Pub & Brewery

WHEN:  All November! New beers are released every Monday Nov. 5th, 12th, & 19th

Click here for the beer release schedule

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Street Photography: This World Is Not My Home

This exhibition of more than 60 photographs and photographic montages from 1962 to the present traces the fascinating and wide-ranging career of Danny Lyon. “This World is Not My Home” celebrates 50 years of Lyon’s unique, self-described “romantic realism.” The de Young Museum’s other exhibits include The William S. Paley Collection: A Taste for Modernism and Rudolf Nureyev: A Life in Dance.

WHAT: Photography by Danny Lyon

WHERE: The de Young Museum

WHEN: Now until January

Check out current and upcoming exhibits at the de Young

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Red Bull FlugTag

Watch home made air crafts fly into the McCovey Cove waters! Literally! This event was first heldin the U.S. ten years ago in our very own San Francisco. 36 teams have been chosen to get their “wiiings” and compete in the international flying spectacle this fall, and thousands more will cheer them on in their attempt at human flight

WHAT: Red Bull Flugtag

WHERE: McCovey Cove

WHEN:  Nov. 10 (Saturday), 2012. Hangers open at 11AM. First flight is at 1PM.

Event details

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An Evening of Flamenco

Enjoy a great dining experience at Pena Pachamama with a Flamenco dinner show full of lively entertainment and amazing food. Actor and comedian Robin Williams has described the restaurant to be, “The kind of place event the Amish would dance.” Reservations are highly recommended so make one for you and your date quick!

WHAT: Delicious dinner and an entertaining show

WHERE: Pacha Mama Restaurant (North Beach)

WHEN: Every Thursday at 8:00pm (until January 24th)

Check out the details here

Humor and Simplicity: What Guys Have Going for Them

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There is something wholly and totally alluring about a person that can make you laugh. Women are often drawn to men that, while on paper may seem completely ineligible, are irresistible because they are genuinely funny. It’s a trait much more valued in the 21st Century than back in the caveman days.
Instinctually females used to want someone of brute strength first, and intelligence second. But nowadays (perhaps because people are increasingly more in need of breaks from everyday stress) humor is extremely valuable. A guy that can make a gal laugh and feel more carefree is a potential long term, compatible mate.
Humor is just one of the big things guys can offer to make partners happy, Ironshrink writer Shawn T. Smith, Psy.D. explains in a recent article for Psychology Today, “What Women Love About Men.”  His findings are based on an online survey among men & women he conducted as part of the research for his new book, “The Woman’s Guide to How Men Think: Love, Commitment, and the Male Mind” (“What Men Love About Women” is his next post)
But tickling her funny bone isn’t the only thing attractive to the modern woman, Smith goes on to say after surveying several women’s responses. The fact that guys tend to sweat the details less, forgive quicker and forget conflicts faster, all pointing to less complicated emotions, is appealing to many ladies. 
So fellas, don’t worry so much about fancy presents or impressive résumés. You can go the extra mile by making her smile. (And members, make sure to add a touch of humor on your Coffee Meets Bagel profile!)

 

Halloween Costumes for the Singles

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By Jessica Barone, @chai_haiku

After high school, Halloween festivities tend to change pace. Less Trick-Or-Treating, more parties; you start looking forward to a different kind of candy, if you know what I mean.

For the young and single, Halloween parties are golden opportunities to meet people. Energy is high, drinks are flowing and you have the chance to stand out more than usual, if you choose the right costume. Now for some, Halloween is an excuse to dress up in black lingerie, put on a pair of cat ears, call yourself a kitty and no one can argue with you. All Hallow’s Eve really is a free-for-all for the sexually explicit. And if you’re looking for a one-night stand, that kind of costume is fine.

 But for those looking for second-date material, you might want to rethink your wardrobe. That isn’t to say cover up and dress like an unflattering, giant banana. If you have a favorite feature – shoulders, legs, eyes – pick a costume that will accentuate that with a tailored outfit idea or with the right makeup. Superhero costumes work great for this!

            

Accentuate the good, but don’t give away all the goods. Do you really want everything mysterious about you to evaporate before you even introduce yourself?

And men, it’s up to you: you can have the scariest, goriest costume at the party, but don’t be surprised if you can’t strike up a flirtatious conversation with anyone at the party. It’s hard for a gal (or guy) to think of romance when they’re fixating on the synthetic bloody stitches crocheted across your face.

The choice is yours – will you find love this All Hallow’s Eve?

CMB Men’s Series: 5 Unique Gifts to Make Her Day

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CMB Men’s Series is original content dedicated to (confused) men and dating in the city.
Part V of our series welcomes another guest post by Amanda Raye, Editor-in-Chief of Broke & Chic. Visit her at www.brokeandchic.com and @brokeandchic. 
Is your anniversary coming up? Is her birthday right around the corner? No matter why you’re gifting your significant other, our list of awesome subscription services will help you find the perfect present to make your special someone swoon.
Why are subscription services so great? Because she’ll be reminded of your gift for months! Every time the box arrives, she’ll have nothing to do but think of you!
Best of all, these presents can also help you lose your shopping stress, since you won’t have to even set foot into the mall!
1. Craft Coffee

If your girl is a coffee lover, this coffee subscription will put a smile on her face every morning. Craft Coffee tries 50+ different coffees from roasters around the world. After a series of tests, only the top three make it into the box.
She’ll be able to experience coffee on a whole new level by drinking some of the country’s best coffees. If you want to go all out, get a one year subscription for $240. If you’re tight on money, just purchase a month or two at $24.99/month.
Link: http://www.craftcoffee.com/
2. Glossy Box

Do you cringe every time your girl comes home with a bag from Sephora? Then Glossy Box might be the answer to your wallet woes. Each month, your girl will receive 5 luxury travel-sized beauty products in a beautiful pink box. She’ll love the fact she’s getting to try out all these luxury beauty products before she commits to buying them full-size.
If she loves one of them, you’ll know what to get her for Valentines Day! Grab a three month subscription for only $60!
Link: http://www.glossybox.com/
3. Dejamore

Here’s a subscription meant for the both of you — a monthly gift for your relationship. Dejamore creates exciting and romantic experiences for you and your partner.
Every month you’ll receive two boxes. One will say “For Her Eyes Only” and the other “For His Eyes Only”. Inside you could find something cute, sexy or extremely intimate, it’s different every month. If your girl was a Fifty Shade of Grey fan, she’ll love this!
Link: http://dejamor.com/
4. Art in a Box

Is your girl an art lover? If so, she’ll love this subscription service. Art in a Box allows subscribers to receive custom-picked, high-quality works of art worth much more than the subscription cost.
Give your girl a head start on her art collection for only $50/month. Since this is more on the pricey side, just commit to a month or two.
Link: http://artinabox.net/
5. Baublebar

This isn’t a subscription service, but it should be on your radar since all girls love jewelry! Baublebar is the perfect place to buy high quality statement pieces without a high price tag.
If you’re brave enough, you can pick a beautiful piece out yourself. If you know she’d rather pick one out herself, just buy a gift card. $50 will allow her to add a few gorgeous pieces to her collection!
Link: http://baublebar.com/

CMB Men's Series: How to Score a 2nd Date

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CMB Men’s Series is original content dedicated to (confused) men and dating in the city.
Guys typically know within 30 seconds of meeting a girl whether she is compatible and has long term potential. However, just because it’s easy for us to recognize potential, it doesn’t mean that it’s easy to convince the date that we’re worth their time.
Here are 4 essential steps to take on a first date that will help you land a 2nd.
1. Plan the Proper First Date
Choose somewhere you are familiar with, a place where you may know the owners or the best dishes to order. The goal of the first date is to get to know each other, so let her see you in your most comfortable environment.
Less is more!  No need for pre-dinner drinks, dinner, post-dinner drinks, Broadway Show..etc. She’s not getting  a realistic perception of you if you put on a production.  And guess what? If you continue to see each other, she will continue to keep expectations high.
Keep it simple.  82% of women polled in CMB’s survey said that they typically go to a coffee shop or bar on a first date. Dating on a budget in NYC? Click here for our hand picked pocket friendly date ideas that will still impress your lady.
Keep a 3 hour time limit. The success of a date doesn’t depend on duration. Having a time pressure will motivate you to get to know your date within that time period, and may leave her wanting more.
Video courtesy of Ms. Singlefied. Visit her at singlefied.com or @singlefiedyue.
2. Ask Her Questions
Obvious fact of the day: women like to talk.  Studies have shown that women communicate more verbally then men.  So naturally it’s easy to let the conversation become one-sided, but don’t let it turn into an interrogation where she’s peppering you with questions.  Take the lead and engage her with questions that show your genuine interest in who she is, where she comes from, and what her values are.
3. Pick Up the Tab

Splitting the bill, or going ‘Dutch’, might make sense to some.  You hardly know each other, the economy stinks, and she has a job. But sorry guys, if you don’t make an effort to pick up the tab, there may not be a 2nd date. Want proof?
CMB’s survey showed that 87%! of women either feel they should never pay on a first date or secretly hope the guy would pay the full bill. Chivalry, and more importantly the expectation of chivalry, is very much still alive.
4. Forget the 2 day/ 3 day/ 1 week rules

There are numerous rules that guys follow for when to contact the girl after the first date. We’ve heard anywhere from 2 days to a week.  However, CMB’s survey showed that most women would touch base the day after the date if it went well (assuming they would initiate). Therefore, you will not come across as a lonely desperate stalker if you contact her the following day.  Keep in mind that 1 out of 3 women said they would never follow up with a date after the first date. Moral of the story – if you want to see her again, don’t wait until Christmas to tell her.

How to Tell If She's Interested or Just Being Nice

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CMB Men’s Series is original content dedicated to (confused) men and dating in the city.
Part III of our series welcomes the return of Yue Xu, Dating Coach for men and Founder of Singlefied.  Visit her at www.singlefied.com and @SinglefiedYue.

It’s no secret that guys are terrible at reading women. Here’s how you can tell if she’s actually into you or just being nice.
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Dating Statistics: Does your school matter when it comes to dating?

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Statistics behind love is back! This time our Chief Data Scientist sifted through over 68,000 matches we made so far to answer the question: Does school matter when it comes to dating?

YES! After analyzing the LIKE or PASS choices of members from the 10 most represented schools on Coffee Meets Bagel, we realized the answer is Yes. A lot, actually, especially for University of Michigan & Stanford kids. They were 17% and 13% more likely to LIKE Bagels from their Alma Mater vs. non-Alma Mater Bagels. Ironically, they also turn out to be two of the most popular schools, being LIKED by others 42% & 41% of the time! I guess some things never change: Popular kids still prefer to hang out within their own groups!

Some other random details we found:

·Male & Female? Preference towards their Alma Mater was consistently displayed by both male and female.

·School with most popular Gents:  Yale gents who were LIKED 39%

·School with most popular Ladies:  Univ. of Michigan followed by Stanford ladies. They were both LIKED close to 50% of the time!

Got any other questions you would like to see us cover? Let us know @ [email protected] or comment it here!

About Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB): CMB  is a free dating service that helps members make meaningful connections. It’s designed for busy singles who want to find something real with little or no effort.

CMB TIPS: Profiles and Photos

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Did you get PASSED again? Of course your Match would apologetically state the pseudo-compassionate line: “It’s Not You, It’s Me.”  But, maybe it IS you.  The CMB Tips series offer priceless advice from the pros on how to turn that PASS into a LIKE and that LIKE into a “HEY NICE TO MEET YOU IN PERSON, YOU TURNED OUT JUST AS I IMAGINED.”
Did you know that having a more descriptive profile with the right pictures can increase your LIKE rate by 30%?  So spend that extra minute on your profile to let your true colors show and excavate your Facebook photos for at least three pictures of you where you aren’t rapidly shaking your head side to side, yelling at your friend not to take the picture – those tend to turn out blurry.
CMB Profile Sample

About Coffee Meets Bagel (CMB): CMB is a dating app designed with women in mind. Founded by 3 sisters in 2012 in NYC, CMB aims to deliver a fun, safe, and quality dating experience that results in meaningful relationships.

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