It’s the first weekend of the new year, so here are some fun things to do besides practicing writing “2013” over and over again.
we/customize
From pins and patches to cell-phone covers and low-riders, we’re all involved in the ritual of imparting our barrage of mass-produced stuff with that certain je ne sais quoi of individual identity. And “we/customize,” the new participatory exhibit at the Oakland Museum of California, is inspired by just that spirit of personal expression. From Friday through Sunday, Jan. 4-6, join makers, hackers, and DIYers at the museum to make clothes, hack toys, remix music, and more. 1-4 p.m., free with museum admission. 510-318-8400 or MuseumCA.org — Azeen Ghorayshi
Golden Gate Fields Dollar Days
Dollar beers are a special form of happiness: The clean single-bill exchange, the thrilling feeling of beating the system, and the exhilarating taste of cold, cheap beer can win over even the hardest cynic’s heart. Enjoy any number of dollar beers this Sunday, Jan. 6 at Golden Gate Fields, along with one-dollar admission, parking programs, hot dogs, and sodas. Place bets, watch the races, or just smile contentedly at the live band providing the perfect soundtrack to your financially sound Sunday. 12:45 p.m., $1. GoldenGateFields.com — A.G.
