Happy day-early Weekender, in honor of the long weekend! Happy solstice, one day late! Happy Thing You Celebrate! Cookies! Latkes! Umoja! PEACE ON EARTH! Here’s what you’re doing, unless you’re doing other things!
DIY Animation Workshop
There’s still time to make a truly unique holiday gift — come to Rock Paper Scissors (2278 Telegraph Ave., Oakland) on Thursday, Dec. 22, for a workshop facilitated by Price Cobbs that includes a brief history of animation, an overview of various precursors to film animation, a short screening of selected shorts, and a hands-on workshop in planning and shooting stop-motion or cut-out animation in video or film. No experience required! 6-8 p.m., $1-$10 suggested donation. 510-238-9171 or RPSCollective.org. — Stefanie Kalem
Good Vibrations Customer Appreciation Nights
While sex is (technically) free, throw some vibrators, handcuffs, and other gadgets into the mix and fornication can be an expensive undertaking. That’s why Good Vibrations (2504 San Pablo Ave., Berkeley) is throwing a series of year-end customer appreciation nights at each of its stores, where patrons can indulge in complimentary chocolates and sparkling apple cider and take advantage of sales on select toys. If you’re looking to cross some items off your kinky Christmas list, check out the store’s sexy holiday kits. On Thursday, Dec. 22, 6-9 p.m. and Friday, Dec. 23, 6-8 p.m.; free. 510-841-8987 or GoodVibes.com. — Cassie Harwood
