Events

Groundfloor membership gives access to a huge variety of events and experiences ranging from wellness retreats to cooking classes and comedy shows – and everything in between.

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Scents + Aroma Workshop

As part of my candle-making workshops, I am hosting a scent series on my alternate months that is free and open to all Groundfloor members (while supplies last). The purpose of this workshop is to explore various essential oils and fragrances, get in tune with your preferred aromas and think about which scents really speak to you depending on the mood you are in. This workshop involves the use of natural essential oils, including lavender, vanilla, eucalyptus, rose, jasmine and peppermint. While these scents are generally safe, individuals with allergies, sensitivities, or respiratory conditions should exercise caution when participating.

If you have a known sensitivity to any of these fragrances or essential oils, we recommend consulting with your healthcare provider before attending. By registering for this event, participants acknowledge and accept that they are responsible for their own well-being during the workshop.

Clubhouse

Clubhouse - the sips and spritz edition.

Your perfect mash-up: think wine club meets cocktail clinic—but with extra fizz.

We’re popping bottles of champagne, shaking up spritzes, and flipping the most indulgent grilled cheese sammies. What else? Who knows… but it’s guaranteed to be a vibe.

Clubhouse fosters a sense of community allowing members to create opportunities for connection. In a world where digital communication often dominates, Clubhouse encourages face-to-face interactions and strengthens neighborhood bonds.

No cost for the event, but the tip jar will be on the bar!

Smile and Say Spring Headshot

It’s Sping Cleaning, that also means new updated Headshot for you in your business. You may need to update your Linked In picture, Actor headshot, Website picture, and or social media platforms. I am here to help and capture your essence

Earth Day Celebration

Let’s celebrate Earth Day with simple food, music and some dancing to connect to Mother Earth and each other.

🎨 Scrap & Chat: A Community Scrapbooking Event! 📖✨

Get ready to unleash your creativity at our Scrapbooking Community Event! Whether you’re a seasoned scrapbooker or just curious to try, this is your chance to turn memories into art.

📌 What’s Scrapbooking?
Scrapbooking is the perfect mix of creativity and nostalgia—combining photos, mementos, and decorative elements to tell your unique story. Think of it as crafting meets journaling, with a personal touch!

🎉 What to Expect:
✔️ A fun, welcoming space to craft and connect
✔️ Scissors, glue sticks, and some materials provided
✔️ Bring your own photos, stickers, and favorite supplies to make it extra special!

Come make something meaningful, meet fellow creatives, and leave with a handmade masterpiece! 🎨💕 RSVP now and let’s get scrapping!

Common Ground

Join us for this month's Common Ground hang - a collaboration with Community Cooks! We'll sip drinx, make tacos and play Human BINGO. Make sure to bring your friends - everyone is welcome! 

This is a great event for all members. Whether you just joined or have been here from the beginning; meet new faces, share your experiences, and be an active part of our awesome community. We can't wait to see you there.

New Moon Ritual

Taurus New Moon: 

Rooted Renewal Ritual

Join me, Sandra D., Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist (CCHt), for a grounding ritual where guided somatic journeys support you in dropping into your body, releasing resistance, and aligning with the steady, earthy wisdom of Taurus. This Super New Moon invites us to anchor our intentions with deep presence and lasting clarity.

Through oil anointing, visualization, and embodiment practices, we’ll move from stillness to spark—tuning into what we truly value and are ready to cultivate. You're invited to bring a crystal that represents your intentions for blessing and reflection.

What to bring:

Dress cozy

Journal + pen

Optional: blanket, eye mask, sacred object

Groundfloor Prom: A Galactic & Mystical Gala

Get ready to step beyond time and space and spread some magic as we celebrate Groundfloor’s One-Year Anniversary with our very own SciFi Fantasy Prom! While we tried not to call it Tron Prom… let’s be real. This night is all about neon dreams and futuristic fantasy. Dress to the nines and be yourself! Step into a world of cyberpunk, intergalactic space, and classic fantasy mysticism. This is your chance to dress up, dance, and celebrate a year of community, creativity, and connection. 

THEME: SciFi Fantasy with a mix of nostalgia, fairies, and futuristic vibes. 

AWARDS: Instead of a traditional Prom King & Queen, we’ll be celebrating our community with Superlative Awards—because so many Groundfloor members are legendary in their own way. Keep an eye out for voting on these! 

There will be themed snacks and some mythical Prom Punch! BYOB is encouraged to contribute to the selection. 

ACTIVITIES SIGN UP: In Groundfloor fashion, we want to have how Prom is curated shaped by you! Whether a food or drink idea, want to lead an activity, have a DJ set, or support in some other way please add your name to the Google Sheet: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xfkvbv15inLlkNlI-3AaZLtd0SJD9llEC94T_xce-Fk/edit?usp=sharing

Join us for a night of nostalgia, exhilaration and magic!  

Movement Lab

A guided journey through movement, rhythm, and release. We begin with a 5 minute grounding body scan and check-in, followed by 50–60 minutes of fluid movement set to an eclectic mix of music. We start with slow isolated movements to awaken the joints and muscles, then flow into full-body sequences with elements of dance and yoga. Includes playful, inner child sequences and improvisation. The intensity builds to a natural peak—before winding down into deep stretching and relaxation. Leave feeling grounded, refreshed, and loosened up! All levels. No experience necessary. Bring Water. Wear comfortable clothes with layers for warm up. Please arrive on time since class is one hour and part of the experience is moving for the full hour.. we may go up to 15 minutes longer… thank you!!

Also wellness room will be dimly lit with colorful lights for soothing, playful ambiance.

Message Jen with any questions :)

Optional: join after for tea or lunch at nearby cafe :)

SHELA Trivia Night

A night of L.A. centric trivia hosted by SELAH Neighborhood Homeless Coalition to celebrate its volunteers - and everyone is invited!

Tarot Studies + Stories: Mastery and Completion

Welcome to month 4 of Tarot Studies and Stories where we’ll be exploring cards 15-21 of the Major Arcana. Tarot serves as a profound mirror of humanity, guiding us through life's challenges, joys, and transitions. Each card reflects a piece of the human experience, offering insights that bring our inner workings into conscious awareness. Whether sweet or blunt, Tarot encourages intention, perspective, and clarity as we move through life. In this monthly exploration, we'll journey through the structure and themes of Tarot. we'll uncover the various ways it resonates with our own unique journeys, sharing reflections and stories that illuminate personal growth and self discovery. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just beginning to explore, this event is perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of Tarot and themselves. Come with curiosity, an open heart, and a willingness to connect with like-minded individuals. This gathering is designed to foster self-inquiry, reflection, and community as we journey through the cards—and through life itself.

Historic Filipinotown Coffee Tasting And Screening

Come and join us for film and coffee! Kalat Coffee Roasters is hosting a coffee tasting of their beans from the Philippines and a special screening of the documentary "Ma'am Tere", a film about specialty coffee in the Philippines, followed by a Q&A with film director, Paul Barreto!

Get ready to sip on some of the wonderful coffees while seeing the people behind it in the film with fellow coffee enthusiasts. Don't miss out on this unique event that combines the love for cinema and coffee in one place!

We will have light bites, and Filipino treats such as Ann's Cornbread Bibingka (from THE PARK'S FINEST.)

Alive Water will also be provided!

You can only cancel up to 24 hours before the event time; otherwise, you will not be eligible for a refund.

Candle Conversations

Hi friends! I am happy to host another gathering that I started in 2023 called Candle Conversations (CC)! At CC, you can expect all the good smells, good vibes and good company to keep you warm as we create our own natural candles. Your RSVP is greatly appreciated to ensure there will be an appropriate supply of materials and space.

Here is what you need to know:

Event: Candle-making workshop hosted by Cher.

Date: Saturday, May 3, 2025

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Please arrive on time - there will be a 10 minute grace period.

Cost: $25 per person

Light refreshments will be available; however, you are encouraged to bring your fave snack and drink of choice.

What to Bring: Any essential oils that you want to add to your candle. I will provide an array of oils to choose from but you are welcome to bring an oil that you wish to embody in your new candle creation.

Thank you for joining! Let’s shine together ✨

Beat Procrastination and Creative Blocks

You know that state of mind where you forget about time and space and become completely focused on whatever you’re working on? That's called the FLOW, and it feels great but can be difficult to achieve consistently on your own. Through the power of mono-tasking, rituals, body doubling, and power breaks, we’ll reach the FLOW together, and you’ll be surprised by what you’ll have gotten done at the end of the day. So how does it work? We’ll have a series of 50-minute bursts of focused, mono-tasking work. Every burst will be separated by quick 10-minute breaks. After 2 bursts, we’ll have a longer break, where we’ll share a meal (remember to bring your own lunch) and socialize before diving into the last two bursts. Switching off notifications, focusing on a single task at a time, being surrounded by people doing the same, and not keeping track of time will help you reach the FLOW. Essentially, getting days' worth of work done in just four hours. Let's get those procrastinated tasks done and beat creative blocks TOGETHER! Here is what our session will look like: 10:30 - 10:45: introduction 10:45 - 11:35: first rush 11:35 - 11:45: short break 11:45 - 12:35: second rush 12:35 - 01:05: lunch break 01:05 - 01:55: third rush 01:55 - 02:05: short break 02:05 - 02:55: last rush 02:55 - 03:10: outro You are welcome to join for just one rush or stay for the whole session; we just ask you to enter or leave the room only during breaks to prevent distraction for the other participants.

Lunch & Learn: Freelance Finances, Budgeting for the Self-Employed

Freelancing or running your own business? Learn practical budgeting techniques to handle fluctuating income, plan for taxes, and stay financially stable—without the stress.

Human Design Exchange

Are you a generator, projector, manifestor, reflector, or manifesting generator? Let's chat about human design! 

As a human design reader, it's one of my favorite things to talk about. My passion is to help others feel seen and find their path into ease, joy, and fulfillment. 

We’ll be answering some questions from last month’s group, practicing some useful tools, and digging in to some new info! Let's gather as a group for a relaxed conversation about the mystical science of differentiation! 

*Bring a notebook and pen or be prepared to use a file in your phone for notes and answering questions.

Let’s Go Hiking

Let’s go on adventure together and go hiking 🥾

We’ll meet at 1:30 at the Griffith Park Merry-Go-Round. From there we’ll go on an easy to medium level hike in the surrounding hills for 2-2.5 hours. We’ll be keeping an easy to moderate pace and will take breaks as needed. Feel free to bring any water or snacks you would like, and def some sunscreen.

The merry-go-round address is:
4730 Crystal Springs Dr,
Los Angeles, CA 90027

We’ll wait a few minutes for latecomers, but please try to arrive on time if you can. Once we start walking, it may be tough to find us, and we really don’t want anyone to get left behind. There’s a free parking lot close to the merry-go-round that usually has parking available.

If you have any questions, please feel free to message!

Cocktail Clinic

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Welcome to The Cocktail Club – a community where the appreciation of a finely crafted cocktail brings people together. Whether you're a cocktail geek or just beginning to explore the world of mixology, join us in celebrating the artistry of well-made drinks.

Our club is built on the belief that great cocktails spark great conversations, and here, you'll find a diverse group of individuals united by a shared passion.

Together, we'll exchange tips, recipes, and of course our favorite drink spots. We'll learn from one another and deepen our understanding of the alchemy that happens when you mix spirits together.

Above all, we’re here to have fun, enjoy good drinks, and forge lasting connections. Cheers!

Author Reading and Reception

Author Laurel Flores Fantauzzo will read from the second edition of her nonfiction book, THE FIRST IMPULSE, a mystery and love story set in the Philippines. The reading will be followed by the showing of two short films by Philippines directors. This event is hosted by Cinema Sala, a nonprofit championing Filipino and Filipinx art, film, and literature. Food and drinks included.

CA Wine Club

Whether you've had one glass of wine or 1000, this is the place for you. We will work our way up and down the coast of our wonderful state tasting everything and anything we want along the way! Did you know there are close to 5000 wineries in California? We'll be busy - come join us -- we are a friendly group with a lot of things planned! You'll never be bored!

Cannabis Support Group #11 - UCLA Research Sneak Peek Edition

YAY CANNABIS! If you are a cannabis lover or ally then this CSG is for you. This is a support group that is IN SUPPORT OF cannabis. We support each other on our pursuit of socio-cultural cannabis knowledge and to consume cannabis with pride.

You are invited to Bring Your Own Cannabis (B.Y.O.C)
Offerings vary monthly. VIEW the chat for specifics.

CSG #11: Madison's UCLA Job is finally culminating this month after 3 long years! Next week we will be having the launch here at Groundfloor (May 28th). A sneak-peek exclusive, Madison will talk about what she learned doing this academic-level labor research and with her fellow research surveyors practice answering some questions about the project and its findings.

General Timeline:
7pm-8pm: check-in, complimentary refreshments, seating, mingling and optional-consumption.
8pm-9pm: presentation and breakout groups led by Cannabis Labor Organizer and Researcher: Madison Hernandez.
9pm-9:30pm: Practice Panel with Madison and her fellow UCLA research surveyors
9:30pm-10pm: Event Wrap Up

Common Ground

Our monthly community hang is an evening of food, drinks, icebreakers, and meaningful conversations. Everyone is welcome!

New Members: Get the inside scoop on what it means to be part of Groundfloor, tips for making the most of your membership, and answers to all your questions.

Existing Members: Meet new faces, share your experiences, and contribute to strengthening our growing community.

Non-Members: Bring your friends who are curious about Groundfloor. Whether you're here to make friends, learn about the club, or simply enjoy good vibes, we can't wait to see you there.

Common Ground

Join us for this month's Common Ground hang. We'll enjoy food and drink while we play connection games that reveal what we have in common and spark meaningful conversations. Everyone is welcome!

Members: Whether you just joined or have been here from the beginning; get the scoop on what it means to be part of Groundfloor, tips for making the most of your membership, and answers to all your questions. Meet new faces, share your experiences, and contribute to strengthening our growing community.

Guests: Bring your friends who are curious about Groundfloor. Whether you're here to make friends, learn about the club, or simply enjoy good vibes, we can't wait to see you there.
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Private Event

Groundfloor will be closed for a private event. 

Grounding Together: Yoga & Sound Bath: Primavera

An invitation to be in a community practice of wellbeing, healing and joy. Get to know your fellow Groundfloor members beyond the desk through yoga and movement. 

This month’s theme will focus on primavera and rebirth. <3
• 15-min Intentional Introductions & Caring Conversation 
• 1-hour: Vinyasa Flow, Meditation & Sound Healing 
• 15-min: Community Sharing 

We welcome all of you. No movement or yoga experience required. This will hopefully feel like a nourishing space to simply just be. 

Your guide Melissa Andrada (Mel - they/she) looks after Fairground, a consulting collective supporting organizations to help their people feel safe and joyful at work. Mel co-leads the Queer Yoga Collective at Arise and also teaches queer healing offerings at Soulflow. As a queer Filipine American who came to the States as an undocumented immigrant, Mel brings a highly sensitive and trauma-informed approach to the mat. Outside of work, they can be found traveling, surfing mellow waves and a book on grief, resilience and what it means to be human.  Mel holds a masters in Cultural Studies and is completing a second masters in Clinical Psychology & Expressive Arts Therapy at the California Institute of Integral Studies. 

Entrepreneur Club: Resilience For Today's Economy

April opened with a major drop in the stock market, sparking predictions of a global recession. How will this economy impact your revenue outlook and your potential clients over the next six months? Together we'll consider the tactical shifts needed for continued cash flow as well as the assets we hold to address those shifts.

Entrepreneur Club is for anyone running their own business or dreaming of starting their own thing, and wanting a supportive community for innovating practices, navigating challenges, and creating sustainable income.

We gather every 4th Tuesday so please save the date in your calendars.

Private Event

Groundfloor is closed for a private event.

That Art Party

Join us for THAT ART PARTY'S 2nd Anniversary Creative Play Date & Community Craft Night!

Mark your calendars and get ready to unplug, unwind, and unleash your creativity at this community craft night of art and connection. Whether you're a seasoned artist, casual crafter, or just curious about the creative scene - all are welcome in our space - this laid-back evening is your invitation to be part of something special! No experience necessary, just bring an open heart.

🎨 What to Expect: Bring your current craft project - whether it's knitting, sketching, journaling, or any creative endeavor you're working on. Our spacious venue will be transformed into a cozy creative haven where you can work on your projects while meeting fellow makers in our community.

🍜 Local Flavors: Enjoy delicious offerings from local food and beverage vendors while you craft (vendors to be announced - follow us for updates!)

📍 Location: Groundfloor Club Oakland, CA

⏰ Time: Wednesday, March 27th 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

💫 Best Part? It's Completely FREE! Just bring yourself, your project, and an open mind ready to connect with Oakland's vibrant creative community. First 10 people to register get a special creative goodie bag!

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Book Club : Death of the Author @ Bolinas

Oakland Book Lovers, we will be having this book club offsite in Bolinas with various carpool options!

Join us to read our sci-fi pick, Death of the Author by Nnedi Okorafor. Please contact me (Zarrin 3143661601) if you have any questions.

Link to the book reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/214329001-death-of-the-author

Workshop w/ Dr. Dan Founder Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy.

Join us at Qi Up Academy, the home of Self-Care & Self-Defense, for a rejuvenating evening of Taijiquan Qigong—the healing side of martial arts. Led by our very own Qi-ologist, Dr. Dan, these weekly classes offer a space to cultivate strength, balance, and inner peace through mindful movement.

Each session is a time to gather in gratitude—for our health, our ability to practice, and our shared community. Whether you're a beginner or experienced, all are welcome to explore this ancient art of regenerative movement in a grounding, challenging, and light-hearted environment.

Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Recharge & Restore: Tuina Chair Massage & Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chair Massage (Tuina): Take a break and recharge with a $2/minute Tuina chair massage from Chrystian & Keochan. This fully clothed massage uses gentle range of motion techniques to melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more focused. It's the perfect pick-me-up for your workday!

Table Treatment (Manual Chinese Medicine): Ready to say goodbye to that ache or pain? Dr. Dan's Manual Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to get you back to feeling your best. For $5/minute, he'll use his expert touch to address your specific needs and help you find relief.

Enhance Your Experience: Give your hands some love with a $10 CBG + CBD rapid relief gel hand massage. It's the perfect way to add an extra touch of relaxation to your session.

Dr. Dan Fields Bio: Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Recharge & Restore: Tuina Chair Massage & Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chair Massage (Tuina): Take a break and recharge with a $2/minute Tuina chair massage from Chrystian & Keochan. This fully clothed massage uses gentle range of motion techniques to melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more focused. It's the perfect pick-me-up for your workday!

Table Treatment (Manual Chinese Medicine): Ready to say goodbye to that ache or pain? Dr. Dan's Manual Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to get you back to feeling your best. For $5/minute, he'll use his expert touch to address your specific needs and help you find relief.

Enhance Your Experience: Give your hands some love with a $10 CBG + CBD rapid relief gel hand massage. It's the perfect way to add an extra touch of relaxation to your session.

Dr. Dan Fields Bio: Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Recharge & Restore: Tuina Chair Massage & Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chair Massage (Tuina): Take a break and recharge with a $2/minute Tuina chair massage from Chrystian & Keochan. This fully clothed massage uses gentle range of motion techniques to melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more focused. It's the perfect pick-me-up for your workday!

Table Treatment (Manual Chinese Medicine): Ready to say goodbye to that ache or pain? Dr. Dan's Manual Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to get you back to feeling your best. For $5/minute, he'll use his expert touch to address your specific needs and help you find relief.

Enhance Your Experience: Give your hands some love with a $10 CBG + CBD rapid relief gel hand massage. It's the perfect way to add an extra touch of relaxation to your session.

Dr. Dan Fields Bio: Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Recharge & Restore: Tuina Chair Massage & Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chair Massage (Tuina): Take a break and recharge with a $2/minute Tuina chair massage from Chrystian & Keochan. This fully clothed massage uses gentle range of motion techniques to melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more focused. It's the perfect pick-me-up for your workday!

Table Treatment (Manual Chinese Medicine): Ready to say goodbye to that ache or pain? Dr. Dan's Manual Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to get you back to feeling your best. For $5/minute, he'll use his expert touch to address your specific needs and help you find relief.

Enhance Your Experience: Give your hands some love with a $10 CBG + CBD rapid relief gel hand massage. It's the perfect way to add an extra touch of relaxation to your session.

Dr. Dan Fields Bio: Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Recharge & Restore: Tuina Chair Massage & Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chair Massage (Tuina): Take a break and recharge with a $2/minute Tuina chair massage from Chrystian & Keochan. This fully clothed massage uses gentle range of motion techniques to melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more focused. It's the perfect pick-me-up for your workday!

Table Treatment (Manual Chinese Medicine): Ready to say goodbye to that ache or pain? Dr. Dan's Manual Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to get you back to feeling your best. For $5/minute, he'll use his expert touch to address your specific needs and help you find relief.

Enhance Your Experience: Give your hands some love with a $10 CBG + CBD rapid relief gel hand massage. It's the perfect way to add an extra touch of relaxation to your session.

Dr. Dan Fields Bio: Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Recharge & Restore: Tuina Chair Massage & Chinese Medicine Treatments

Chair Massage (Tuina): Take a break and recharge with a $2/minute Tuina chair massage from Chrystian & Keochan. This fully clothed massage uses gentle range of motion techniques to melt away stress and leave you feeling lighter and more focused. It's the perfect pick-me-up for your workday!

Table Treatment (Manual Chinese Medicine): Ready to say goodbye to that ache or pain? Dr. Dan's Manual Chinese Medicine treatments are designed to get you back to feeling your best. For $5/minute, he'll use his expert touch to address your specific needs and help you find relief.

Enhance Your Experience: Give your hands some love with a $10 CBG + CBD rapid relief gel hand massage. It's the perfect way to add an extra touch of relaxation to your session.

Dr. Dan Fields Bio: Dr. Dan Fields is a Doctor of Chinese Medicine and the Founder of Orcanit Wellness & Qi Up Academy. He helps his patients overcome their health and wellness challenges naturally and holistically by combining Eastern and Western approaches to maintaining well-being. Dr. Dan is all about making the wellness journey fun and engaging. He specializes in Chinese Medical education, classical acupressure, and how to practically apply principles through virtual and in-person self-care and self-defense training, online courses, consultations, coaching, and clinical treatments. When it comes to wellness, if anyone can, it's Dr. Dan!

Improvise the Moment with Fun + Play!

We’re taught from an early age to prepare for everything: get good grades at school, make a great impression, act a certain way to be accepted, always have a plan and think of everything that could go wrong, etc. This has taught some of us to come from a place of perfectionism, fear, and anxiety. What if instead we:

- Embrace “failure” knowing it can lead to resilience and adaptability?
- Are more open to possibilities and feel more creative and confident in the process?
- Incorporate fun, spontaneity, and allow play into our lives for more connection with others?
- Ready to "Yes, and..." together as a community and play using improv?

Come ready to take space, lead and follow from center stage, while having fun in a safe and supportive container! This is open to anyone who wants to feel more embodied, less fearful of the unknown, and get more comfortable with public speaking.

GTFO: May First Friday - Gilman Wine Block Party!

It’s time for another Wine Club GTFO event! We’re stepping out of our usual Ground Floor space and diving into the Gilman First Friday Wine Block Party in Berkeley, featuring 4 wineries: Donkey & Goat, Hammerling Wines, Broc Cellars, and Tessier Winery. 📅 Date: Friday, May 2nd ⏰ Meet-Up Time: 5:00 PM 📍 Starting Point: Donkey & Goat Winery 📍 Address: 1340 5th Street, Berkeley, CA 94710 We’ll kick things off at Donkey & Goat at 5 PM, then set you loose to explore the block party to visit Hammerling Wines, Broc Cellars and Tessier to discover fantastic wines, enjoy local food vendors, and take in the lively First Fridays vibe. The event runs from 3–8 PM, so feel free to arrive early and explore! Kids and doggos are welcome. Note: Your safety is important! Please consider carpooling, utilizing public transit, or using ride-sharing services when joining us. Book this event to let us know if you’ll be joining—we can’t wait to sip, stroll, and hang out with you! *** The Gilman Wine Block Party is independently organized and not affiliated with Groundfloor.

Creative Arts & Tea Gathering: A Space for Resilience & Connection

Join us for an afternoon of creativity, community, and contemplation. This gathering offers a nurturing space to express ourselves through various artistic mediums while exploring teas that complement your mood and creative journey.

We'll provide an assortment of art supplies including:

Pencils and ink markers for sketching and drawing

Beautiful mandala coloring pages for mindful creation

Materials for crafting friendship bracelets

A thoughtfully curated tea bar for every mood

This is an opportunity to create images and artwork that reflect the courage we demonstrate in our daily lives and the strength we share with each other. Through art, we can express the small acts of bravery that shape our everyday experiences – from facing challenges at work to showing up for loved ones, from trying new things to standing up for what matters to us.

Our mood-inspired tea bar will feature varieties to match whatever you're feeling: calming chamomile and lavender for moments of reflection, energizing green tea for creative bursts, grounding rooibos, and dandelion root for staying present, and uplifting ginger lemon elixir for celebration. Select teas that align with your current state of mind or the feeling you'd like to cultivate while creating—with the option to brew your own blends as well. 

All skill levels are welcome! While we'll have various art supplies available, please feel free to bring any personal craft projects you're currently working on. This is a judgment-free space to express yourself, connect with others, and celebrate our shared journey of resilience.

What to Bring:

Any personal art supplies you prefer to use

Current craft projects you'd like to work on

An open mind and creative spirit

Patanisha Art Installation Gathering to Celebrate Joaquin Tinh

Join us Saturday, May 4th from 2–5 PM in the Lounge for an afternoon reception celebrating Joaquin Tinh, whose evocative portraits invite us to feel, reflect, and remember.

This special gathering features:

A chance to meet and engage with Joaquin and other Creatives.

A video presentation of Joaquin’s most recent artist talk, produced by Alice George

Light refreshments and music

A storytelling wall for guests to share their own reflections

This reception previews Alice George’s monthly Second Sunday series at Groundfloor—an invitation to gather, witness local artistry, and engage with stories that shape who we are.

GTFO: Cinco de Mayo HH @ Nido’s

✨ Manifesting sunshine, good vibes, and great friends ✨

Come out to the 🍹 margarita garden 🪴 on Cinco de Mayo for drinks, snacks, or just to yap!

PS: It’s super dog friendly, hope to see y’all there!

Supercharge Your Screenwriting with AI!

Have you thought about screenwriting but not sure how to start? Have you made some progress but wish you could improve your craft? Are you a writer in other formats and curious about how AI could help you or how to try your hand at screenplays? 

Join us on March 4th at 6:30 PM for a hands-on workshop on using AI to elevate your screenwriting—whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned scribe! *Please bring your laptop or tablet to this event*

In this workshop, we’ll cover:

🎭 The Basics – Understand screenplay structure and how to get started, even if you've never written one before.

🧩 Getting Unstuck – Learn how AI can help you break through writer’s block and find your way forward.

💥 Finishing Strong – Discover techniques to craft a compelling ending that leaves an impact.

AI can be a powerful creative partner, helping you refine ideas, improve your dialogue, and push past roadblocks with tools like Notebook LM, ChatGPT and Claude. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how it can enhance your storytelling!

Stepping Into Your Power As A Public Speaker

Do you feel nervous before presenting? We’ve got you.

You are powerful and amazing. Connect to your authentic leadership voice and confidently present and lead in any speaking situation -- whether an investor pitch, client meeting or interview.

In this interactive workshop, you’ll walk away with practical embodied tools and creative practices on how to develop your public speaking voice. Your guide Melissa Andrada (Mel - they/she) will share hard-earned and heartfelt wisdom on speaking on stage as a survivor of Big T trauma and once painfully shy kid who never said a word in class or in meetings.

Joyful Speaking & Storytelling: Connect to the joy of speaking through a story or experience that you’re proud of.

Trauma-Informed Embodied Regulation Practices: Learn techniques and tactics to stay calm and centered, even in high-stress or nerve-wracking situations, inspired by meditation, movement and music therapy.

Role Play Practice: Practice a real-world speaking scenario in a gentle space: delivering a compelling personal introduction or pitch, with invitational feedback.

The aspiration is to create a safe, supportive environment for all speakers, regardless of experience level or background. We welcome your anxiety. <3

By the end of the workshop, you’ll walk away feeling more empowered and resourced to speak confidently in the situations that matter most to you.
--
Melissa Andrada (Mel - they/she) looks after Fairground, a consulting collective supporting organizations that have included Google, Feeding America and Just Solutions to help their people feel safe and joyful at work. ❤️

Over the course of their lifetime, Mel delivered 1000+ workshops and interactive keynotes for ten of thousands of people across the world, for organizations that have included the UK Government’s Digital Service Arm in London, Lesbians Who Tech at Google in Paris, Women of Color in Tech in Seattle.

Mel co-leads the Queer Yoga Collective at the yoga studio Arise in Oakland, with a focus on intentional community through intuitive movement and sound healing.

As a queer Filipine American who came to the States as an undocumented immigrant, Mel brings a highly sensitive and trauma-informed approach to leadership development and public speaking.

Outside of work, they can be found dancing, surfing mellow waves and writing a book on trauma, grief and resilience. Mel holds a masters in Cultural Studies and is completing a second masters in Clinical Psychology & Expressive Arts Therapy at the California Institute of Integral Studies.

Wine Club: May We Rosé?

Join us for a fun and laid-back evening of rosé vibes at our 🍷🌸 May We Rosé? 🌸🍷 wine social! Whether you love a crisp pale, a playful sparkling crémant, or a natural low-intervention, bring your favorite rosé and let’s raise a glass to this fabulous pink-hued elixir all evening long!

We’ll kick things off the event with introductions and the stories behind your wine selection. Nothing fancy, just a quick chat about why you picked your bottle (1-2 mins max). Pro-tip: the Vivino app is always handy for quick wine details.

Light snacks will be provided to keep the good vibes (and the wine) flowing. Whether you're a rosé connoisseur or just here for the fun, expect good vibes, delicious pink wines, and great company. It's the perfect way to celebrate May.

Note: All members and their guests are welcome, but everyone must be 21+ to partake in this event.

Can’t wait to rosé with you! 🍷🌸

Over Beers Club Meeting #2

Huge thanks to everyone who showed up for our inaugural meet-up! It was a beautiful beginning, and the conversations were exactly what I hoped for: thoughtful, personal, and a little unexpected.

This club is built on the idea that the best thing beer does is bring people together, and the best way to get to know someone is to get them talking about what they love. It was very cool to see those principles in action at our very first meeting! Don't worry if you weren't able to join us last time, you can jump in with meeting #2, no problem. Just follow the instructions below.

We’ve got our assignments for round two. Before our next gathering, we’ll each:

📖 Read:
“Unwavering” by Jim Barger Jr. (article from The Bitter Southerner’s “Democracy” issue) https://bittersoutherner.com/feature/2024/jimmy-carter-unwavering-100
&
“Are Social Media Platforms the Next Dying Malls?” by Ted Gioia
https://www.honest-broker.com/p/are-social-media-platforms-the-next?r=8itea&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false

🎬 Watch:
Freaky Tales, the new film from Oakland’s own Ryan Fleck & Anna Boden
📍Special recommendation to watch this at The Grand Lake Theater, which is heavily featured in the film

🎧 Listen:
Cotton Crown, the latest album from The Tubs - https://open.spotify.com/album/3CyhN08fdNqH1lEojtDSFP?si=yjKJ-hgESjKdzPEcH4IZQA

How It Works

🍺 We all taste the same beer, and I lead a guided discussion that offers some insight into what we’re drinking and how to appreciate it more deeply.
Then we proceed to our sharing portion of the meeting, where you will share the beers you've selected to bring, your thougts on last week's "assignments," and then...
📖 Each of you brings something to recommend This can be a chapter from a book, a film, an episode of a TV program, an album, a podcast—whatever has been sparking thought, joy, and inspiration for you lately. BONUS POINTS, if what you "bring" is something that was called to mind as you were reading, watching, or listening to one of the works from our first meeting!
🗳️ As a group, we vote on one thing to read, one to watch, and one to listen to before the next meeting. These selections will shape future discussions and help us discover new perspectives together.

Feel free to contact me (Sayre) with any questions!

Mother’s Day Flower Arranging

Join our intimate gathering where mindfulness meets creativity through the art of floral design. Craft stunning hand-tied bouquets using hyper-local Bay Area blooms. What You'll Experience: 🧘‍♀️ Guided Breathwork – Center yourself with calming techniques 💐 Floral Arranging – Create your own take-home bouquet 👧 Inner Child Connection – Rediscover playfulness and creativity 🤝 Community Building – Connect with like-minded individuals Refreshments Included: 🍵 Floral specialty teas 🥂 Sparkling wine 🍪 Artisanal cookies + baked goods ✨ Important Details: This nurturing space is created specifically for people of color 🌈 All participants must be 21+ years of age 🍷 All materials and refreshments provided Limited spots available to ensure personalized attention

Great Curious Cocktail Party 🎉

NATIONWIDE ZERO-PROOF COCKTAIL CELEBRATION! 🎉 Get ready to shake things up without the alcohol! Curious Elixirs is taking over with their epic "100+ Cities Cocktail Party" featuring a SYNCHRONIZED TOAST with partygoers across the country at 6 PM PST on Wednesday, May 14th! Sample craft zero-proof cocktails infused with mood-boosting adaptogens in the Oakland lounge. The energy will be electric– proving you don't need alcohol to have an unforgettable night! Light bites will be served as you mix and mingle with a diverse, vibrant crowd – from the sober-curious to those seeking more mindful social experiences – all looking to connect and celebrate without the buzz. There will be tables set up for intention card-making, friendship bracelet beading, and a fun bingo icebreaker game with prizes for the first five to complete their cards before the 6 PM toast!  Come for the 0.0% drinks, stay for the connections, and leave feeling fantastic ✨ https://curiouselixirs.com/
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Founders Club: Sunday Coffee Chat

"Our Founders Club Sunday Coffee Meetup is focussed on accountability and sharing challenges! All are welcome, from current founders to anyone curious about entrepreneurship! We meet every Sunday to give quick updates on our projects, progress, and struggles, then dive into brainstorming solutions together and general catchups. We like to say it's like a little dose of ‘group startup therapy’ every week!

Come hang out, enjoy free snacks, and support your fellow founders. Feel free to message Vicki Powell with any snack requests :) See you on Sunday!

Book Club: The Overstory

Join us this April - Earth Month - for an extraordinary discussion of The Overstory by Richard Powers. This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel weaves together the lives of nine Americans whose unique experiences with trees bring them together to address the destruction of forests.

Come ready to explore this profound ecological masterpiece that challenges how we see our relationship with the natural world. Whether you're passionate about environmental issues or simply appreciate masterful storytelling, join us as we delve into this powerful narrative about connection, activism, and the magnificent lives of trees. All readers welcome! 🌳✨

PS We will discuss this from 6-7p followed by A Court of Mist and Fury.

Mission Monday 5K with Unseen Run Club

Join Unseen Run Club and Club Leader Justin Williams as we meet at Groundfloor SF for a casual run through the Mission neighborhood! All paces and faces are welcome for this easy 5k run/jog/walk :) San Francisco’s running culture is a tapestry woven with diverse threads, and Groundfloor's Unseen Run Club is just one vibrant strand! Follow along at https://www.instagram.com/unseenrunclub/

LIVE podcast: Climate Swings

LIVE podcast recording: Climate Swings interview with Terra.do co-founder Kamal Kapadia // Groundfloor Climate Club+SF Climate Week

Witness the future of climate careers unfold before your eyes when you join host and Groundfloor member Michael Gold for a live recording of Climate Swings—Michael's new podcast about people working in climate careers—featuring Dr. Kamal Kapadia, the visionary co-founder of Terra.do. Kamal is leading an ambitious mission to empower 100 million people to work in climate this decade. Come hear her speak about what it means and takes to do climate work in this time of multiple, overlapping crises. Learn how everyone can be a climate leader and what heart-centered activism looks like in our scary times in this very special Climate Club event in conjunction with Terra.do and San Francisco Climate Week!


Audience Q&A with Kamal and networking with light refreshments will follow the interview recording.


ABOUT KAMAL


Dr. Kamal Kapadia is a co-founder and the Chief Learning Officer at Terra.do, a green skilling platform with the mission of getting 100 million people working on climate change this decade. Terra.do combines learning, jobs and community into integrated offerings designed to propel people into climate work.


Kamal has 25 years of work, research and teaching experience in the fields of climate change, clean energy and sustainable development. She started her career in the late 1990s working for solar PV startups SELCO in India and Sri Lanka, and Solarcentury (now Statkraft) in the UK. She has consulted on clean energy planning with the World Bank and managed research and communications for Blue Planet Foundation in Hawaii, the organization that successfully lobbied for the U.S.’s first state-level 100% renewable electricity law.


Kamal was also a research fellow at the Environmental Change Institute, Univ. of Oxford, where she taught extensively on the Master’s program in Environmental Change and Management. She holds an M.Sc. in Environmental Change and Management from the University of Oxford and a Ph.D. in Energy and Resources from the University of California, Berkeley.


ABOUT CLIMATE SWINGS


Climate Swings is a podcast about reaching for the next vine of sustainability in your career.


Want to work in climate but don’t know where to start? Climate Swings takes you inside the minds of people who’ve made the leap. From reformed bankers to ex-academics, corporate sustainability chiefs to climate-tech founders, host Michael Gold explores how professionals from all walks of life found their path to meaningful climate work.


Each episode unpacks a unique climate career journey, revealing the pivotal moments, unexpected detours, and lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re a climate-curious professional eyeing a career shift or already working in the space, you’ll discover actionable insights to help navigate your own climate path.


Join us as we swing from vine to vine across the expanding climate career jungle. New episodes drop every other Wednesday, wherever you get your podcasts and on YouTube @ClimateSwingsPod.

Community Lunch

Need a midday break? Want to gather over a meal? Join us for a Groundfloor Community lunch!

Come and connect through conversation with new and familiar faces.

Bring your own lunch! Or, meet at the Community Manager front table at 12pm to walk to grab something together.

Common Ground

Our monthly community hang - with food, drinks, icebreakers, and meaningful conversations - and everyone is welcome!

New Members: Get the inside scoop on what it means to be part of Groundfloor, tips for making the most of your membership, and answers to all your questions.

Existing Members: Meet new faces, share your experiences, and contribute to strengthening our growing community.

Non-Members: Bring your friends who are curious about Groundfloor.

Whether you're here to make friends, learn about the club, or simply enjoy good vibes, we can't wait to see you there.

Poker Night

Join us for a beginners-friendly poker game at Groundfloor. Come to learn more about poker or take a shot at the prize pool. Players of all levels are welcome to join.

If you're less experienced come 20 minutes before the event for a quick lesson on how to play poker and common strategies.

We will be playing 5 cards Texas Hold'em in a tournament configuration. Players can only buy back in if they lose all their chips and within the first hour of the game. The buy-in is $20 and will be sent to Benj via Venmo. Blinds will rise throughout the night to keep the gaming progressing. Top 3 players payout (50%, 30%, 10%). The remaining 10% goes towards event snacks and drinks.

RAD Running

Street Race! Format and details secret until the week of...

Founders Club: Sunday Coffee Chat

"Our Founders Club Sunday Coffee Meetup is focussed on accountability and sharing challenges! All are welcome, from current founders to anyone curious about entrepreneurship! We meet every Sunday to give quick updates on our projects, progress, and struggles, then dive into brainstorming solutions together and general catchups. We like to say it's like a little dose of ‘group startup therapy’ every week! Come hang out, enjoy free snacks, and support your fellow founders. Feel free to message Vicki Powell with any snack requests :) See you on Sunday!

Fireside Chat: Stories of Redemption & Second Chances with Defy Ventures

Join this guided group discussion with Groundfloor’s own Jessica Seifer, a Defy Ventures Advisory Board Member and volunteer; Israel Garcia, Defy Ventures Managing Director for the Northern California Chapter; and Steve Berinti, a Defy Ventures Entrepreneur in Training (EIT), hosted by Community Action Club’s Shannon Greevy. We’ll discuss Defy’s mission and programming, and how you can help make a difference for justice impacted individuals. Defy Ventures is a non-profit organization that believes entrepreneurship has the power to improve the lives of people with criminal histories while reducing recidivism. With volunteer-led entrepreneurship programming designed to serve people during and after incarceration, their results speak for themselves. The recidivism rate of their EITs at 1-year is less than 10% (half the national average of 20%) and less than 15% at three years (60% below the national average of 39%). Learn more about the community served by Defy Ventures and the volunteer opportunities they offer to support justice impacted people who are reentering society. Refreshments will be provided. Learn More: www.defyventures.org Volunteer: https://volunteer.defyventures.org Connect with Defy Ventures: https://www.linkedin.com/company/defy-ventures https://www.instagram.com/defy_ventures https://www.facebook.com/DefyVentures About the Community Action Club Community Action Club is for members exploring their interests in volunteerism and community service together. We want to help Groundfloor Club enact its mission to be a positive contributor to the communities where we meet.

Board Game Club: Game Night ft. Wavelength

Join the Board Game Club for our monthly game night! At this month's event, we will be playing Wavelength. Playing either cooperatively or competitively, The Clue giver will pick a card with two opposing ideas like tastes good or tastes bad. They randomly spin the dial and reveal where their clue needs to fall between the two options. Everyone will have The opportunity to provide the clues throughout the game.

This game will help you learn how your fellow club members think about the world. This is a large format guessing game that easily allows for many players. Latecomers and early departures are a-ok!

If large, loud games are not for you, fear not! Groundfloor has a library of board games that you can play instead, or if you would like to teach a game that you own, please feel free to bring it! We suggest that it has a minimum of two or three players. And a quick note that latecomers may not be able to play these smaller games.

Community Lunch

Need a midday break? Want to gather over a meal? Join us for a Groundfloor Community lunch!

Come and connect through conversation with new and familiar faces.

Bring your own lunch! Or, meet at the Community Manager front table at 12pm to walk to grab something together.

Connect With STORY

Whether you dread the spotlight or are the first to grab the mic, humans are storytellers by nature and we have more storytelling skill than we realize. Molly’s combination of care and coaching creates a safe space where you have the rare chance to play in ways that strengthen your story-muscles. Come try simple, low-stakes improv games, then listen to our story-sharers. You might even be inspired to share your own 5-minute story. This event is free for Groundfloor members. Want to bring a friend? Guests can purchase a ticket for this event using this link: https://www.connectwithstory.com/ Molly is a coach, strategy consultant, and artist; designing experiences that inspire individuals and teams to tap into their creativity for more impact with less effort. She's on a mission to connect people to their authentic voice, a deeper purpose, and the power of community. Because our voices matter, our story is a gift and connection is the key to unlock the best in us.

Roaming San Francisco: Art Opening Party

Join us for an evening celebrating the Groundfloor Gallery's Spring Artist in Residence, Dan Roam.

Enjoy wine and cheese while you mingle and chat, surrounded by Dan's San Francisco-inspired paintings.

Molly Kittle, host of Connect with Story, will MC the event. At 6:30 Dan will share his story, then we'll open the floor to anyone who would like to share their 5-minute San Francisco stories.

You'll also have the chance to win one of Dan's 12 books during the night. Don't miss this ode to beautiful art, sharing stories, and San Francisco!

Learn more about Dan and his work at https://www.danroam.com/groundfloor

Groundfloor Social: First Friday Happy Hour

Opening our doors for an early, cozy happy hour, with good drinks and better company, and everyone’s invited! Think of it as your friend’s party, filled with people you can be yourself around, but with better snacks. A genuinely happy Happy Hour with a free open bar of beer and wines, a signature cocktail and non-alocholic options. A great way to hang out with your community before Friday night plans.

Just show up as you are - we’ll handle the rest.

Climate Club: Presidio Hike and Picnic

Join us for a hike around the Presidio! We'll hike the Bay Area Ridge Trail (2.6 miles one way), and then make our way to the Battery Bluff Picnic area for a picnic. After the picnic, we'll hike back to the starting point. 

Where to meet: Meet us in front of the Ironwoods Bar and Grill (300 Finley Rd) at 11am. 

Parking: Park in the golf course parking lot (3 hours only) or street parking.

Trail Info: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bay-area-ridge-trail-san-francisco-presidio--2

Food: We'll bring some snacks, but be sure to pack a lunch for the picnic. 

Heads up: If we experience rain on the day of our hike, we'll reschedule for a later date. 

Own Your Pleasure: A Guided Sensuality Workshop

Join us for a potent workshop where we’ll explore what it means to take radical responsibility for our own pleasure. In a world that teaches us to outsource our power and wait for permission, this gathering is an invitation to come back home to yourself. Through embodiment, guided reflection, and playful group practices, we’ll explore the stories that keep us stuck—and begin rewriting them in real time. Together, we’ll practice listening to the body, sharing in sisterhood and standing rooted in our truth.
This experience is for women and femmes ready to break free from the “good girl” script, reconnect with their aliveness, and claim their pleasure as a source of wisdom and strength.
You’ll leave feeling grounded, clear, and reconnected—with your body, your voice, and your power.

I’d like to co-host this workshop with Ann Nguyen a sex, love and leadership coach in the library.

Founders Club: Sunday Coffee Chat

"Our Founders Club Sunday Coffee Meetup is focussed on accountability and sharing challenges! All are welcome, from current founders to anyone curious about entrepreneurship! We meet every Sunday to give quick updates on our projects, progress, and struggles, then dive into brainstorming solutions together and general catchups. We like to say it's like a little dose of ‘group startup therapy’ every week! Come hang out, enjoy free snacks, and support your fellow founders. Feel free to message Vicki Powell with any snack requests :) See you on Sunday!

Community Lunch

Need a midday break? Want to gather over a meal? Join us for a Groundfloor Community lunch!

Come and connect through conversation with new and familiar faces.

Bring your own lunch! Or, meet at the Community Manager front table at 12pm to walk to grab something together.

Creation Hour

Creatives Club gets together on the first Wed. of each month for Creation Hour! We've updated our format to accommodate those who would like to create side-by-side AND those who'd like to meet and chat with other creatives! In Creatives Club, we've discussed how getting started and finishing creative projects can be a tough and lonely endeavor. This hour is to make time and space to create, meet other creatives and feel collective creative energy. It's inspiring and energizing to see everyone working on various projects in the space together!

Creation Hour is: 

Option 1: a time to work on creative projects at the dining table, with the support and joy of community! We bring our own materials and it's a fun hour of working side-by-side. // Creatives Club also has an art supply box (watercolor paints, brushes, watercolor paper, stamps, ink, cards, etc.) and a sewing machine for member use during this time. Just ask Ning or Jamie for these items.

Option 2: a time to meet other creatives via guided, structured discussion. 

Option 3: a little bit of both! Creation Hour is your time, and you can choose whatever mix of the activities you'd like to do.

Some of the recent projects that folks have been working on:

- watercolor painting gift tags and greeting cards

- website creation

- digital photo editing

- moss art creation

- portrait drawing from a photograph

- stamp making & printing gifts tags 

- digital watercoloring a wedding invitation

- researching dress patterns to make a dress to attend a wedding

- embroidering patches for pants

- writing poetry 

- sewing their first pillow cover

- working on a music track in Logic software

- writing an article to publish in their substack

- researching furniture and design inspiration to update their home office

- knitting a sweater

- learning ProCreate on their iPad

- writing songs and script for a musical

- painting an abstract painting with acrylic paints

The list goes on and on!

Whatever you consider a creative endeavor or project is most welcome!

Movie Club 🎬

Join fellow film lovers for Movie Club, our 2nd Thursday of the month screening. It's a different movie each month —anything from cult classics and indie gems to new releases and nostalgic throwbacks. Each screening is followed by casual conversation, spirited debate, or quiet reflection (depending on the vibe of the film and the crowd).

Whether you're a cinephile or just love a good story, Movie Club is a great way to unwind, meet new people, and see things from new perspectives—through the lens of cinema. Come for the film, stay for the connection.

Founders Club: Sunday Coffee Chat

"Our Founders Club Sunday Coffee Meetup is focussed on accountability and sharing challenges! All are welcome, from current founders to anyone curious about entrepreneurship! We meet every Sunday to give quick updates on our projects, progress, and struggles, then dive into brainstorming solutions together and general catchups. We like to say it's like a little dose of ‘group startup therapy’ every week! Come hang out, enjoy free snacks, and support your fellow founders. Feel free to message Vicki Powell with any snack requests :) See you on Sunday!

Sunday Ritual Potluck: Cheese Board Edition

Join a special edition of the Sunday Ritual Potluck focused on one of life’s greatest pleasures: cheese.

This is an inclusive event celebrating the joy of dairy and plant-based cheeses where members will co-create a cheese board to share and enjoy.

The theme is: California Cheeses

In Northern California we're fortunate to have some of the country’s (if not the world’s) most revered cheeses, makers, mongers and shops. Find a cheese you enjoy that was made in California to share at the Cheese Board Potluck.

We believe that cheese doesn’t need to be fancy to be delicious. All cheeses are welcome. We ask that you bring cheese that you genuinely enjoy, and help us to gather an exciting variety to try. Local Bay Area cheese shops will be happy to help you make a great choice.

How it Works:
- Bring one cheese + one accompaniment based on the theme. Accompaniments are anything that pairs well with your cheese. Think crackers, nuts, meats, condiments, fresh/dried fruit, veg, wine/beer, bread, pickles, etc.
- Set up your cheese at the prepared Sunday Ritual cheese board. Write the name and its milk source next to it.
- The group will introduce their cheeses, then we sample!

About the Sunday Ritual Potluck
The Sunday Ritual is led by member hosts, Pedro Pinho and David Tze, for members to gather for a weekly shared meal and good conversation. The guest host of this event is Shannon Greevy.

Salon 42

We meet to collaboratively explore ideas from art to science to philosophy to learn about the topic and each other.

Our intent is to create a free, inclusive, and friendly space for connection and community based on ideas, in an environment that prioritizes listening and openness to a wide range of perspectives.

How does it work?
We choose a topic, share optional resources (video/articles/podcasts, etc.) and discussion questions in advance to establish a shared context, and then have a lightly moderated discussion along with potluck-style drinks and snacks. Expect some time to socialize before and after the official discussion.

**Check the event chat for the discussion questions and optional pre-reads.**

Community Lunch

Need a midday break? Want to gather over a meal? Join us for a Groundfloor Community lunch!

Come and connect through conversation with new and familiar faces.

Bring your own lunch! Or, meet at the Community Manager front table at 12pm to walk to grab something together.

Common Ground

Our monthly community hang - with food, drinks, icebreakers, and meaningful conversations - and everyone is welcome!

New Members: Get the inside scoop on what it means to be part of Groundfloor, tips for making the most of your membership, and answers to all your questions.

Existing Members: Meet new faces, share your experiences, and contribute to strengthening our growing community.

Non-Members: Bring your friends who are curious about Groundfloor.

Whether you're here to make friends, learn about the club, or simply enjoy good vibes, we can't wait to see you there.

Common Ground

Our monthly community hang - with food, drinks, icebreakers, and meaningful conversations - and everyone is welcome!

New Members: Get the inside scoop on what it means to be part of Groundfloor, tips for making the most of your membership, and answers to all your questions.

Existing Members: Meet new faces, share your experiences, and contribute to strengthening our growing community.

Non-Members: Bring your friends who are curious about Groundfloor.

Whether you're here to make friends, learn about the club, or simply enjoy good vibes, we can't wait to see you there.

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Short and Sweet: Write, Read, Speak.

Fellow authors, artists, meet to discuss projects and goals. You will get a couple chances to read one page of your original writing. Also, wine.

Common Ground: Happy Hour Hang!

Our monthly community hang is an evening of snacks, drinks, and meaningful connections. Everyone is welcome to this casual happy hour - nothing fancy, just good people and great conversation. We’ll have snacks, wine, and a selection of non-alcoholic options waiting for you—just come as you are.

The beautiful thing about this community is that the people are the atmosphere. You’ll be welcomed into a room made warm by those in it. Even if you're new around here, you’ll feel like you’ve been part of the community for years.

Whether you stay for five minutes or are still chatting as the sun goes down, we’d love to see your face and raise a glass to whatever’s worth celebrating this week.

No agenda, no pressure—just connection.

The Lab

Welcome to the Business Lab Weekly Collaboration!  Looking for some inspiration and guidance from Groundfloor members? Need some support on something you're working on? Want time to share your expertise and connect?  

Every week at 9:30am on Wednesdays, the Business Lab is OPEN.  This is a time for us all to gather at Groundfloor and work collaboratively.  Whether you're looking to help others or get some assistance, this is the place for you to make the magic happen. Each Business Lab will kick off with announcing what you're hoping to accomplish, recognize other members for a successful partnerships, and settle in to knock out those big ticket items on your list. 

Weekly rituals are so important to boost well-being, facilitate personal and professional growth, while improving your relationships at Groundfloor. Please join us to set your intentions and accomplish even more through our community!

Community Lunch

Come and bring your own lunch as you connect and cheers to a new year with new and familiar faces. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and the opportunity to forge new friendships and create lasting connections.

We look forward to seeing you at the dining table!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bring your own lunch :)

Founders Chat

This is a casual get-together with Jermaine to share updates and hear about your experience.

Groundfloor just celebrated 1 year in LA, 2 years in Oakland, 3 years in SF - and San Rafael turns 2 soon. As we grow, we’re focused on making Groundfloor more accessible while staying true to our mission of ending loneliness. It's been an incredible journey so far; we'd love to share what we've learned, how our mission has evolved, and where we're headed next.

Please RSVP and join us!

Use this link if you can't join us in person:

Business Speaker Series: Joel Kimmel

This month, the Groundfloor Speaker Series is honored to host Joel Kimmel — world-class coach, acclaimed author, combat veteran, and powerhouse in the art of language and leadership. He has guided everyone from Fortune 500 execs to world leaders and changemakers. He will shift how you see work, life, and what is truly possible. When Joel speaks, people listen. We’re unbelievably lucky to have him. Don’t miss the chance to be in the room.

Change Your Words, Change Your World

What if the way you talk about your life is shaping the way you live it? In this eye-opening session, Joel Kimmel invites you to explore how language subtly runs the show and how shifting from doing to being allows greater creativity, clarity, and connection in your relationships. Through reflective exercises and meaningful dialogue, you’ll discover the power of intentional words to spark new insights and possibilities. Come ready to listen, play, and witness what unfolds when you live from a place of already having it.

About Joel:

Joel Kimmel is the author of SELF: The Vast World Behind Your Words and a leading voice in the field of ontology—the study of Being and how language shapes our reality. A combat veteran, world-class athlete, and recipient of the Presidential Call to Service Award, Joel brings profound insight to his work, having quite literally faced death twice and returned with a deeper understanding of life’s unfolding.

With decades of experience coaching everyone from executives to inner-city youth, Joel’s work blends communication, identity, and leadership. His clients include Shell Oil, US Bank, Charles Schwab Foundation, and the U.S. Department of Training and Development. Whether guiding personal transformation or designing organizational strategy, Joel’s promise is simple: more awareness, more creativity, and more authentic connection—with yourself and others.

Golden Shadow Work for Self-Empowerment

There are qualities you admire in others that feel just out of reach—strength, creativity, clarity, confidence. You see them in your heroes, mentors, teachers, artists, or peers—and something in you lights up.

That light? It’s yours.

In this Inner Work Club circle, we’ll explore a beginner-friendly Golden Shadow practice—designed to help you reconnect with the traits you project outward, but may have lost contact with in yourself.

This process invites you to:

Name the people you feel magnetized by—and understand what they’re reflecting back to you

Explore the unmet needs, longings, and values that live underneath admiration

Reclaim the traits you’ve disowned, dismissed, or doubted in yourself

Cultivate grounded, body-based strategies to embody those traits in real life

This is not about becoming someone else. It’s about remembering who you already are—and creating a felt sense of safety and spaciousness to show up from that place.

This circle is especially supportive for those who:

Are new to shadow work or emotional integration practices

Feel stuck in cycles of comparison, self-doubt, or people-pleasing

Are navigating grief, burnout, or big transitions

Long to feel more confident, inspired, or connected to purpose

You’ll be guided through the Golden Shadow for Resourcing workbook (a PDF will be provided), with time for gentle reflection, journaling, and optional sharing in community.

No prior experience is necessary. Just bring a journal, something to write with, and your full, human self.

Social Anxiety Club

Did you join Groundfloor with aspirations of vibrant social connections, only to find yourself grappling with a touch of social shyness and a tendency to get tongue-tied in when meeting new people?

Then, the Social Anxiety Club is for you! We embrace the charm of our inner introverts while fearlessly navigating the post-COVID landscape. Picture a blend of delightful awkwardness, welcoming smiles, and laughter.

Join us for light-hearted gatherings as we relearn to socialize. No pressure, just genuine, unfiltered human connection (with an optional side of anxiety-induced laughter). Let's break the ice and melt those social butterflies out of their cozy cocoons. The only requirement is a willingness to laugh at the occasional awkward silence. Join us and let the Social Anxiety Club become your haven of connection.

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Easy Pt Reyes Backpacking Trip - Gear Check Day

Gear Check Day and Backpacking Planning!

This event is for those who are signed up for our Pt. Reyes Backpacking Trip! 

May 2-5th - if you would like to join and haven't signed up yet please contact Heather Gosliner or Dane Bigham directly.  This is a beginner trip - you need the right gear and good attitude - and then you fully qualify!

Today we will check your gear, exchange gear and make sure you have everything you need for the trip. We will finalize plans, including what we will be eating. 

    •    BRING YOUR GEAR
    •    FOLLOW THIS CHECKLIST: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XWXaHhxCrNHCwoywQBm_Iy87dFp8VlqD-fWQ7-u4Ciw/edit?tab=t.0

If you are signed up for the trip, this meeting is mandatory.  While this is a beginner trip, it’s still critical to make sure you have the right gear.  If you cannot attend, you absolutely can still go on the trip - please contact Dane Bigham (510-590-2586) to schedule a virtual gear check.

After this gear check, we’ll see you at the trailhead!

Conversaciones

If you have been wanting an opportunity to brush up your Spanish through conversation with other non native Spanish speakers this club is a great space! This is not a class and the idea is to practice the language in groups.

All levels are welcome.

¡Hasta luego!

The Lab

Welcome to the Business Lab Weekly Collaboration!  Looking for some inspiration and guidance from Groundfloor members? Need some support on something you're working on? Want time to share your expertise and connect?  

Every week at 9:30am on Wednesdays, the Business Lab is OPEN.  This is a time for us all to gather at Groundfloor and work collaboratively.  Whether you're looking to help others or get some assistance, this is the place for you to make the magic happen. Each Business Lab will kick off with announcing what you're hoping to accomplish, recognize other members for a successful partnerships, and settle in to knock out those big ticket items on your list. 

Weekly rituals are so important to boost well-being, facilitate personal and professional growth, while improving your relationships at Groundfloor. Please join us to set your intentions and accomplish even more through our community!

Community Lunch

Come and bring your own lunch as you connect and cheers to a new year with new and familiar faces. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and the opportunity to forge new friendships and create lasting connections.

We look forward to seeing you at the dining table!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bring your own lunch :)

Ritual Club: Ancestral Alchemy - Plant Spirit & Drumming Journey

There's wisdom etched in our bones and stories flowing through our blood. Our ancestors' joys, sorrows, gifts, and wounds – they shape us in ways both visible and hidden, influencing everything from our instinctive reactions to our deepest yearnings.

Join me for an evening of ancestral connection on May 5th where we'll gather in circle to honor those who came before us and tend to the healing that ripples across generations.

We'll work with mugwort tea during our gathering. In plant spirit work, we approach plants as conscious allies with their own wisdom and gifts. By inviting mugwort into our circle through the simple ritual of sharing tea, we acknowledge this relationship and the supportive presence it brings to our ancestral healing intentions. Mugwort has no psychoactive properties - we work with it purely for its spiritual gifts and the relationship we cultivate with its essence.

Throughout our time together, we'll:

Share in the ritual of mugwort tea to open our ancestral awareness
Journey with the heartbeat of the drum to connect with lineage wisdom
Learn practical energetic tools to sense and shift inherited patterns
Break into smaller circles to witness each other's discoveries and insights
This work meets you exactly where you are – whether your family history is clear or clouded, whether your relationship with ancestors is warm or wounded.

Monday, May 5th 6:30-8:30pm Groundfloor Club - $25 for non-members

About Your Facilitator:

Hi, I'm Tracy James. As a Spiritual Life Coach, I've been guiding this type of healing work for over two decades now, weaving together coaching, shamanic practice, and plant spirit connection. What moves me most is creating spaces where we can gather to remember our place in the great web of belonging – with each other, with the earth, and with those who walked before us.

📸 Gallery Happy Hour with Photographer Rebecca Culbreth 📸

As you may have noticed, we have some lovely new art hanging up on our walls here in San Rafael! Join us for an evening with our new featured artist, Rebecca Culbreth, for a casual meet and greet / happy hour where we can view and discuss her work, hang out, have a drink, and chat with fellow members and friends.

Get to know the artist...

Recent article introducing Rebecca: boldjourney.com/news/meet-rebecca-culbreth

Instagram / link to website and contact: Http://instagram.com/rebecca.rae.c

✨✨ Hope to see you there! ✨✨

The Lab

Welcome to the Business Lab Weekly Collaboration!  Looking for some inspiration and guidance from Groundfloor members? Need some support on something you're working on? Want time to share your expertise and connect?  

Every week at 9:30am on Wednesdays, the Business Lab is OPEN.  This is a time for us all to gather at Groundfloor and work collaboratively.  Whether you're looking to help others or get some assistance, this is the place for you to make the magic happen. Each Business Lab will kick off with announcing what you're hoping to accomplish, recognize other members for a successful partnerships, and settle in to knock out those big ticket items on your list. 

Weekly rituals are so important to boost well-being, facilitate personal and professional growth, while improving your relationships at Groundfloor. Please join us to set your intentions and accomplish even more through our community!

New Member Lunch

Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering this Wednesday to celebrate our newest Groundfloor family members! New and old members welcome.

Connect with new and familiar faces, share stories and laughter, and learn about our vibrant community.

Please try to arrive promptly at 12:30 PM while the food is hot. If you have any dietary restrictions, let us know - casey@groundfloorclub.com

Free for new members or $12 pre-payment is for our buffet-style lunch for preexisting members. We do our best to plan ahead in order to be as waste free as possible! Again, please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions ahead of time.

Cancellation policy: You can only cancel up to 24 hours before the event time; otherwise, you will not be eligible for a refund.

Biohacking Club

Join Martin, an avid biohacker for many years, as he leads a monthly exploration into the cutting-edge world of biohacking. Martin's journey began with a simple curiosity about how to optimize his own health and has since evolved into a passion for uncovering the secrets of the human body. Each month, he shares his discoveries and experiments, from nootropics and fasting protocols to advanced wearable technology. This group is more than just a meeting; it's a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible with their bodies and minds. Whether you're a seasoned biohacker or just starting to explore the possibilities, Martin's insights and guidance will open the door to a new level of personal optimization. Biohacking is about taking control of your own biology. It's a broad and fascinating field that intersects with disciplines such as nutrition, physiology, genetics, and technology. At its core, biohacking involves experimenting with lifestyle and environmental changes to make precise, targeted improvements to your health and well-being. This approach is as diverse as the individuals it attracts, ranging from tech enthusiasts exploring the latest gadgets to improve sleep quality, to fitness lovers using cutting-edge science to enhance physical performance, and curious minds seeking to extend their lifespan through genetic editing and regenerative medicine. Our monthly group dives into these topics and more, providing a supportive and stimulating environment for everyone from the curious newcomer to the advanced practitioner. Together, we explore the art and science of biohacking, sharing knowledge, experiences, and experiments in our quest to become the best versions of ourselves.

Value Based Living

Join members Marisa and Nick for a fun, informative and interactive exploration of how to invest your TIME and MONEY to align with your values ✨

Explore your core values and what truly matters to you. Then together we will explore ways to live our lives aligned with those values.

Marisa will guide the group through empowered story telling and interactive activities to identify where to spend your time 📖 ⏰♥️

Nick will show you how to align your values with investing and show you how to vote with your dollar 💵🌳🌎

You don’t want to miss this one!

Affogato Break!

Join us for a little Affogato break in the kitchen for that perfect mid day pick me up! Who doesn’t love ice cream AND espresso!?!

Will purchase vegan ice cream upon request 🙂

The Lab

Welcome to the Business Lab Weekly Collaboration!  Looking for some inspiration and guidance from Groundfloor members? Need some support on something you're working on? Want time to share your expertise and connect?  

Every week at 9:30am on Wednesdays, the Business Lab is OPEN.  This is a time for us all to gather at Groundfloor and work collaboratively.  Whether you're looking to help others or get some assistance, this is the place for you to make the magic happen. Each Business Lab will kick off with announcing what you're hoping to accomplish, recognize other members for a successful partnerships, and settle in to knock out those big ticket items on your list. 

Weekly rituals are so important to boost well-being, facilitate personal and professional growth, while improving your relationships at Groundfloor. Please join us to set your intentions and accomplish even more through our community!

Community Lunch

Come and bring your own lunch as you connect and cheers to a new year with new and familiar faces. Enjoy a cozy atmosphere and the opportunity to forge new friendships and create lasting connections.

We look forward to seeing you at the dining table!

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please bring your own lunch :)

GTFO: Easy Backpacking in Pt. Reyes

GTFO: Easy Backpacking Trip
May 2-4

Nature lovers! Join us for a backpacking trip in beautiful Pt. Reyes! This beginner-friendly trip is perfect for those who have never backpacked or are experienced backpackers.

Your GF friends Dane and Heather will lead the trip and provide guidance and support. We'll be staying at the "Pt. Reyes National Seashore Campground- Coast Group Site" and enjoying easy hikes, bonfires, and other fun activities.

No gear? No problem! REI offers rentals, and we can help you find everything you need.

The cost of the weekend will be split between everyone, covering the campsite and food.

Important - there is a mandatory gear check and final crew meeting event Sunday May 27. See the San Rafael posting for May 27 for details and alternatives if you cannot attend. Or, contact Dane directly.


Contact:
Heather Gosliner (415) 717-2327
Dane Bigham 510-590-2586

Sign up and learn more about the trip details by contacting Heather or Dane today!

Informational Slide Deck
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1y7DGXOEj79Wps0suJlu8c9ykwNhIlKc7/view?usp=sharing

Sign-up sheet
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1FLhBndlwFUeYkVoEwrsICjcsMx35Yy7-0DaGvOIELMw/edit?usp=sharing

Packing List
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1XWXaHhxCrNHCwoywQBm_Iy87dFp8VlqD-fWQ7-u4Ciw/edit?usp=sharing

Queer Qlub

It’s time to create a space for the queer community in Marin and this is it!

Whether you’re looking to make new friends, find a supportive community, or just have a great time, this is the place to be. We’re all about celebrating our stories, so come as you are and get ready for an evening of fun, laughter, and connection.

This space is for everyone, but most importantly those of the LGBTQIA+ community, including allies.

Every month you can bring your smiles, bodies, and a friend or two for an evening that’s all about building a community locally.