I've been wanting to do some offline events and get to meet some of my readers in an informal setting, and not make it abut tech or business but about community and society (culture).

This week I'm launching First Friday an extremely informal get together on the first Friday of every month 5pm to 7pm at the stunning new de Young museum in Golden Gate park.

That's where I generally start out my Friday evenings, the museum is open until 8.45pm and you can come by, say hi, hang out, and check out the exhibits. There is usually an excellent string quartet or jazz ensemble playing, and also very excellent cocktails (you have to order the Green Fairy!). The museum attracts a small eclectic crowd on Fridays, just like my readers :-)

First Friday with Foremski is also linked to my new spot at the San Francisco Chronicle and my weekly online column titled "Fridays with Foremski." But it is not sponsored by anybody, there won't be any free drinks or food, just me and maybe one or two others...

So come on by this Friday, May 5th, it'll be worth it just to catch the San Francisco Conservatory of Music performing Dvorak from 6pm to 8.30pm.

I'll be in the public areas either in the gardens or inside listening to the music. Buzz me on my cell 415 336 7547 or text me if you can't find me. I hope to see you at First Friday!

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Here is some info on the new de Young: