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Earthquake Arabians

One, Three, or Five One-Hour Private Horseback-Riding Lessons at Earthquake Arabians (Up to 63% Off)

Certified trainers lead private horseback-riding lessons at a facility featuring an indoor arena and lush gardens

Tassajara

$80 $39

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Three Weeks of Golf Lessons from Jeff RangelGolf (65% Off)

Jeff Rangel Golf

Clayton

From the merchant: Three 45-minute lessons; the third lesson will include playing a few holes on the golf course

$300 $105

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Isabella Farms

Trail rides are led by friendly instructors who are happy to share their passion for horses with freshly saddled rookies and seasoned riders alike. Lessons are always conducted in small groups of two to six people, ensuring personalized attention. Cover all the horse bases over the course of 60 minutes as you learn safety techniques and how to ride Western style.

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6115 Morgan Territory Road
Clayton,
CA
US
Earthquake Arabians

Earthquake Arabians founder Tamara Collins took her first horseback-riding lesson at age 10. Immediately, the instructor recognized her natural ability for horseback riding, inspiring Tamara's mother to surprise her with a horse of her own just a week later. At that moment, when the gray arabian mare named Misty popped her head over the stall and stretched out her hoof for a handshake, Tamara knew she'd found her calling.

Since then, Tamara has devoted her life to the arabian-horse industry as a competitor, trainer, and mentor to young riders. Together with equestrian Megan Jenkins, she leads Earthquake Arabians' staff of certified instructors at a facility that boasts 25 stalls, a turnout arena, and a fully covered arena for year-round riding, training, and lessons. Lush gardens fill the grounds, letting visitors steep themselves in the idyllic surroundings, and festive decor covers the barn to commemorate holidays such as Halloween and—for the horses—Any Day We Get to Eat Grass.

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3141 Morgan Territory Rd.
Clayton,
California
US

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Things to Do in San Francisco: Week of July 21, 2014

This week: games of Twister in Jessie Square, a DJ set from Chromeo, spooky stories at a hidden locale, standup comedy at the Pacific Pinball Museum, and too many old postcards to count at the Vintage Paper Fair. As always, check Groupon for even more things to do in San Francisco. Lunchtime Board Games at the Contemporary Jewish Museum SoMa | Tuesday, July 22, noon From noon to 1 p.m. on certain Tuesdays, a game cart sits outside the Contemporary Jewish Museum, stocked with classics like Twister and Operation. Grab a pastrami sandwich from Wise Sons Jewish Deli and watch the fun, or get in on a round of Trouble. (Jessie Square Plaza, 736 Mission St.; free with museum admission) Chromeo DJ Set Union Square | Wednesday, July 23 Alongside Jazzy Jim, DJ E-Rock, and Romeo Reyes, Canadian duo Chromeo will bring their electric-disco sensibilities to Infusion Lounge for this installment of Boombox Wednesdays. Showing up early is recommended, so consider snacking on some sweet-and-sour pork at the club’s restaurant before hitting the dance floor. (124 Ellis St.; free with RSVP) An Evening of Ghost Stories with William T. Vollmann ??? | Thursday, July 24, 7 p.m. Half haunted reading, half scavenger hunt, this eerie event requires guests to pick up a black envelope from City Lights Bookstore to learn its location. Author William T. Vollmann will read tales that build bridges between the living and the dead from his latest collection, Last Stories and Other Stories. (free) Comedy and Collisions at the Pacific Pinball Museum Alameda | Friday, July 25, 8 p.m. In celebration of a year of comedy shows at the Pacific Pinball Museum, six San Francisco comedians will bring their best biting routines while guests partake of “flipper food.” Come early to play some pinball (there’s more than 90 playable machines!), and stay late to hear DJ Darewon curate the dance music. (1510 Webster St., Alameda; $15; buy tickets here) Vintage Paper Fair Inner Sunset | Saturday, July 26, and Sunday, July 27 The Vintage Paper Fair is a seemingly neverending trove of two-dimensional treasures, from antique postcards and pinups to propaganda fliers. Whether you work on collages, want to start a scrapbook, or just feel like browsing through hundreds of thousands of historical documents, it’s the place to look. (San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park, 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way; free) Image credits: Chromeo and postcard images courtesy of Wikimedia Commons, pinball photo by Chase N.
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Nighttime Photography Spots in the City

San Francisco is a photographer’s dream for both amateurs and pros alike.  It is a lively city that always has something going on day or night.  And she is a pretty lady too, the perfect subject for any photograph. There are endless quantities of photos taken by locals and tourists all year round detailing the multiple personalities within. Colors, peoples, foods – you name it.  But how many people have taken the time to capture a photo at night? It is a little more difficult to do but well worth the extra effort, as not everyone will take the time.  Touristy spots are less crowded at night and the lights on the water and in the city offer a little personality to any photo that you capture. There are a ton of locations within the city (and just outside) to take really great nighttime photos.  Some of them include:  the Golden Gate Bridge, Lombard Street (pictured above, by Sel & Poivre Photography), the Transamerica Pyramid, the Palace of Fine Arts, the Bay Bridge, the Painted Ladies, Treasure Island, and Coit Tower to name a few.  These are all very well known shots that produce incredible images, but they can often be crowded (although less so at night). If you are looking to take photos from lesser known spots, check these out: The Vallejo Street Garage located at 766 Vallejo St (in North Beach/Telegraph Hill) – go to the 5th floor and check out the eastern-facing slit in the wall to see a gorgeous view of the Bay Bridge. While you are waiting for your long-exposure photo you can amuse yourself with smart phone photos of the the fortunes (think fortune-cookie style) on each of the parking spots. Photo by Scott Hess Photo After enjoying a calorie-ridden Bi-Rite Creamery ice cream scoop, burn off a few calroies by walking up the hill to the bench at the topmost corner of 20th and Church in Delores Park - there is a spectacular view of  the city.  You can take a photo that encompasses the entire park mixed in with city skyline that includes a panoramic view of the city, the Bay Bridge, the Bay itself, it’s pretty cool. If you can handle a little hike, then not only is the star-gazing incredible at night from Bernal Hill, but it has a great view of the city as well, one that looks great in photos. You can see the entire Mission district which sprawls in front of you, as well as the bay and the Financial District off in the distance. Go during a full moon for a really dramatic photo. Photo by Todd Lappin For a great shot of the TransAmerica Building from a relatively unknown spot check out the catwalk atop the Mandarin Hotel. The hotel is the tallest hotel in San Francisco and with the catwalk that connects its two towers on the top floor, you can catch a shot of North Beach and the Transamerica (just hope the windows are clean!). These photos require long exposures so besides your camera you’ll need a tripod, and if you have a camera remote it certainly makes things easier.  Have a good bag to carry your equipment as some of these places require a bit of a hike. Another piece of equipment I would suggest is a flashlight. Besides cool lighting features like trailing car lights, you can create your own cool effects or even spell out words with a flashlight, also known as light painting. A final word, San Francisco gets cold at night!  Bring a warm jacket, gloves and something hot to drink, it will make those long exposure waits more bearable!  
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Best Holiday Activities in San Francisco

San Francisco is a city that comes alive during the holidays. Between the beautiful Christmas Tree display in Union Square, the amazing shopping, and fun family events -- there is never a dull moment between Thanksgiving and Christmas in SF. These are the best holiday activities in San Francisco, guaranteed to surprise and delight year after year. 1) Start your holiday off with a chocolate tour. Gourmet Walks offers an annual "Holiday Lights and Chocolate Tour" event that includes viewings of the Christmas Tree and lights in Union Square, Embarcadero Center, the Palace Hotel and Westfield Centre, along with 7 different tastings. Departs Fridays and Saturdays at 4:30pm, lasts 3 hours. 2) Continue indulging your sweet tooth by visiting the Fairmont Hotel and viewing their giant Gingerbread house! The house stands 22 feet high and 23 feet wide and includes thousands of home-baked gingerbread bricks and more than a ton of royal icing and candy decor. 3) Admire the lights, Cable Car style. Cable Car Classic Sightseeing offers a free santa hat, candy cane and songs of the season on their 90 minute tour departing Fridays and Saturdays during the holidays. 4) Or check out the lights on foot through FootTours luscious lobbies walking tour -- which explores the city's grandest and most decorated hotel lobbies. This tour covers the general history of SF, focusing on iconic buildings and businesses in the Nob Hill and Union Square area. 5) Enjoy ice skating outdoors at the Embarcadero Center's Holiday Ice Rink - open every year for 9 weeks during the holidays. It's the largest ice rink in San Francisco, and definitely worth a visit. 6) While you're at the Embarcadero Center, take a stroll through the four tours as they are outlined in more than 17,000 lights - a holiday tradition started 25 years ago. 7) More lights and Christmas Cheer can be seen at the annual tree lighting in Union Square, usually held the day after Thanksgiving every year. 8) Westfield San Francisco also offers free light shows each night "Under the Dome". This year the theme is the Nutcracker, but it changes each year. 9) Speaking of The Nutcracker - catch it live at the SF Ballet's annual Nutcracker show, which runs every December. 10) Lastly, spend time giving back to those in need. HandsOn Bay Area has projects for groups, families, individuals and kids. They work with local nonprofits, schools, and parks to identify high-impact volunteer projects (over 80 projects per month). It can be one of the perfect ways to enjoy the holiday. Want even more ideas? Check out other things to do.
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