You would think there would be a calm before the storm. But around town, it's looking like plenty of galleries and music venues are just warming up. Look out for these events:
AUGUST 16TH (MUSIC): Porlolo, Mark Darling, and Ian Cooke perform at Mercury Cafe, 2199 California St, 9pm, www.mercurycafe.com
AUGUST 19TH (MUSIC): John Weise, spellcaster, Sterile Garden, Novasak, Page 27, and Weak Sisters perform at Rhinoceropolis, 3553 Brighton Blvd, 9pm, www.myspace.com/rhinoceropolis