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Dating with Dhaya: A KQED Dating Game & Singles Night Tuesday, February 14 | 7 PM In Person: $20 | Livestream: Free Looking for the Looking for the perfect queer Valentine’s Day? Bring a date or come single and ready to mingle! Join us for a hilariously romantic night hosted by comedian Dhaya Lakshminarayanan, who plays matchmaker for one lucky love-seeker while subjecting local contestants to rounds of revealing questions and some gentle roasting as they vie for a date. Will Cupid’s arrow hit a target? Or will sparks fly at the singles-night after the show? Will it even matter when you’re laughing that hard? Come find out! Register Endless Winter: Inside the Donner Party Disaster with Carly Severn Thursday, February 23 | 7 PM In Person: $15 | Livestream: Free An atmospheric night of immersive storytelling that takes audiences deep inside the Donner Party saga step-by-step and casts this disaster in a new light. This event will unearth overlooked realities about this notorious part of California's history, addressing the legends, uncovering the compelling personal histories and exploring the true nature -- rooted in power, conquest and bloodshed -- of our state’s foundational “pioneer” mythology. Register YR Media Eco-Party Hour Saturday, February 25 | 7 PM In Person: $18, Students: $10 | Livestream: Free YR Media joins KQED Live to present a live variety show with good vibes to highlight what’s going right in the climate fight and how young people are shaping a more resilient and sustainable future. Hosted by Dominique French and Nyge Turner of the Adult ISH podcast, this eco-friendly party hour features live storytelling by Shaylyn Martos and Jasmine Hardy of the Inherited podcast, local climate-action news from KQED reporter Ezra David Romero, all-natural grooves by musician Bryan C. Simmons and his band, and an empowering interview with Mycelium Youth Network leader Lil Milagro Henriquez showcasing the range of youth-led climate triumphs in motion across the Bay Area. Environmental organizations will be onsite with resources and information about ways you can get involved! Join the party and have a great time learning about how we take positive change together! Register SPONSORED BY American Conservatory Theater A.C.T. presents The Headlands. For Henry, his father’s unexplained death is the ultimate cold case. But as he digs into the SFPD evidence, he’s haunted by the myths and misdirections of his own family history. What’s behind the detective’s warnings about the case…and what is hidden in the Marin Headlands? Visit act-sf.org to save 20% on tickets with code KQED20. Night of Ideas: More? Saturday, March 4 | 7 PM San Francisco Public Library, Main Branch In Person: Free This year's edition of Night of Ideas brings together dozens of local cultural organizations, leading thinkers and artists to contemplate the theme "More?" In a world driven by the logic of growth, what does it mean to have "more"? What do we need "more" of: More material abundance, connection, creativity? More justice? More joy? Can we share "more" -- and can we sustain it? Will "more" ever be enough? Join KQED, SFMOMA, the San Francisco Public Library and the Villa Albertine San Francisco, along with artistic curating partner Circuit Network, for another inspiring marathon of talks, performances, food, art and collective imagination. Register Paseo Artistico: Muxeres Keepers of Cultura Saturday, March 11 | 7 PM In Person: Free | Livestream: Free Exploring the roots of artistic expression in the Latinx diapora has led dancer Jessica Recinos and musician Andreina Maldonado to deeper understandings of self. They join KQED to present dance performances by La Colectiva and Rising Rhythm, along with Latin-fusion music from Inti Batey and a lively discussion on how these muxeres have become keepers of cultura. Register The Fab Feb Food Fest February 5, 3pm-8pm at El Rio El Rio and La Cocina are hosting the Fab Feb Food Fest, a benefit for the renovation of an iconic San Francisco legacy business and local food entrepreneurs! Featuring drag performances by Dulce de Leche and Per Sia, live music by DJs Malcriada and Gitana 747, and food from La Cocina businesses Andina, MexiQ, and Alma Y Sazon! Get your tickets here! Catch most KQED Live events on our KQED Live YouTube Channel! Subscribe today and never miss a moment. 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