From the Olympics to great shows and movies to mouthwatering milkshakes (mmm … milkshakes) we have a particularly amazing weekend ahead of us. So let’s get to it, shall we?
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1 SIP (AND SIGH): Milkshake heaven
We’re pretty sure that what holds the universe together isn’t made of neutrinos or quarks or string theories or any of that other nonsense. It’s milkshakes. And the Bay Area has some amazing ones.
2 SLURP: Ice cream with pep
Since we’re on the subject of things with ice cream that are way beyond awesome — can we talk coffee ice cream? We sampled quite a few and these were the best.
Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman star in “Deadpool & Wolverine.” (20th Century Studios)
3 WATCH: Saving the superheroes
Let’s face it, the Marvel Cinematic Universe needs something new, fun and exciting to get fans back to the theaters. Something like “Deadwood & Wolverine.”
4 PLAY: Hit the Gold Rush Highway
Grass Valley and Nevada City make for a fun and charming day trip or weekend jaunt — here is your itinerary.
Sandra Huller and Swann Artaud star in the unforgettable French thriller “Anatomy of a Fall.” (Neon)
5 SEE & HEAR: Celebrating French culture
The Paris Olympics kick off this week, so let’s celebrate by exploring France’s rich popular music scene, and, while we’re at, its amazing cinematic achievements.
6 SEE & HEAR: Great shows are all over
From a former One Direction singer to a Native American comedy tour, there are a ton of cool shows and concerts to catch this weekend.
7 DINE: South Bay is hoppin’
San Jose, Los Gatos, Saratoga and other cities have some cool new places at which to nosh and some old favorites with new tricks. Here’s a rundown.
