Social Studies

Editorial and commentary on the social life of a single woman living in a mega-metropolis during the 21st century

Social Studies: Lonely Nights & Bar Fights

Social Studies: Lonely Nights & Bar Fights

Insert melancholy/contemplative music here. Perhaps, Under Construction, a new Solange Knowles’ tune with her vocals over a Thievery Corporation track (yes, Beyonce’s younger sister). Thanks to... 

Social Studies: Atlas Sound and An Awkward Encounter

Social Studies: Atlas Sound and An Awkward Encounter

Atlas Sound, via sfweekly.com Not a huge fan of Deerhunter, but from the moment I first heard Atlas Sound, solo project of Deerhunter’s frontman Bradford Cox, it’s been in constant rotation on... 

Underground Chinatown, Polk Palpitations, and More

Underground Chinatown, Polk Palpitations, and More

Before the storm came in, I made sure to get my fill of adventure in this past weekend. Friday night, I met up with Old Fling for drinks at my favorite bar near work, House of Shields. There were rumors... 

Social Studies: Tragically, Living for Weekends

Social Studies: Tragically, Living for Weekends

Like many of you, tragically, I’ve been living for weekends. And though I try to stray from my everyday routine, I fall back into the rut of my 9-5 (which realistically is 8-6 for most people) and wishing... 

Social Studies: Socially Acceptable

Social Studies: Socially Acceptable

I just picked up a new hobby that combines my goals of getting in shape for Coachella (since it will be beyond hot and impossible not be scantily clad) and man hunting – spin class. Last week I attended... 

Social Studies: Home Fried Potatoes, Again.

Social Studies: Home Fried Potatoes, Again.

This past week I had been anticipating a trip to the newly remodeled and managed, Eats. The joint has been serving up breakfast for quite some time, but was recently given a makeover, place and menu, by... 

Social Studies: Pressure Principle

Social Studies: Pressure Principle

It’s February, and you know what that means, yes, Presidents Day, which translates to a 3-day weekend for many of us, but that’s not what I’m referring to. I’m talking about Valentine’s Day.... 

Social Studies: Meet Felicia Rose

Social Studies: Meet Felicia Rose

Allow me to introduce myself; hello, my name is Felicia Rose. I hail from the glorious city of San Francisco, where there are endless things to see and do, which is why for most San Franciscans, leaving...