Log off and join in at 5 pm on Fridays. Each week we take the pulse to decide if we GTFO or stay in. No matter what we do, it's a fun way to hang out with your community before Friday night plans.

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

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.

Opening our doors for an early, cozy evening 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 drinks and n/a options provided by us. Your entry to the weekend and a monthly ritual at Groundfloor.

Featuring community member and DJ Stephen Lee!

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

Bookworms! Discuss your favorite books, authors, genres, and literary events. We usually meet on the first Monday of the month for a book chat. [note if this month is different] 

This month we'll be meeting to discuss our Book Club pick, [title] by [author].

There will be yummy snacks, beverages, and juicy conversation about a book that is sure to spark some thoughts.

Book Club is welcoming new members and we’d love to see you there.

If you knit, crochet, sew or do any other crafts come and join us! A night to hang out and relax. Whether you have a project to work on, or you want to learn a new skill!

If you knit, crochet, sew or do any other crafts come and join us! A night to hang out and relax. Whether you have a project to work on, or you want to learn a new skill!

Here’s the description on eventbrite:

Join us for our first ever, Adult Happy Hour LIVErecording, and the grand finale of Season Four! 

This season we’ve been deep in kink exploration, and now we’re bringing that conversation off the mic and into the room. Join host Lyn Patterson and our panel of brilliant, pleasure-centered women Kristina, Kenya,Taylor, and Zah Zah for a night of raw talk, erotic wisdom, and joyful connection.

Expect giveaways, rich conversation, lush atmosphere, and a night designed to leave you feeling turned on, deeply seen, and lit up. 

Thank you to our incredible sponsors—That Art Party, Have Good Sex, and Bloomi. Thank you to our co-producer and sound engineer Rianna Samone. 

Let’s end the season how we started: curious, bold, and in community.

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. 

Each month will have a different theme.

15-min Intentional Introductions & Caring Conversation 

1-hour: Vinyasa Yoga Flow & Meditation 

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. 

Bio 

Sterling Spence is a community advocate with buildOn, musician with the band Westerly, and a yoga teacher facilitating classes throughout the Bay Area. His work at buildOn invites Oakland High Students to engage with civic activism and brings local volunteers and corporate sponsors into supporting youth agency. 

His work centers around building unity in the East Bay and amplifying global education efforts. 

As a yoga teacher, his practice emphasizes vinyasa flow as a way to break out of our routines and refocus on core values of connection, intentionality, and care.

Slide into the weekend with drinks, snacks, and seriously good vibes at Five o’Groove—our signature Friday happy hour hangout.

Whether you’re winding down from the week or just warming up for the weekend, come kick it with the crew for some easy laughs, tasty bites, and a playlist that keeps the energy just right.

✨ Expect:

– Refreshing drinks

– Yummy snacks

– Chill convo & new connections

– That ahhh-it’s-Friday feeling

Bring your good energy and let’s groove into the weekend, one sip at a time.

Discover, Taste & Create Your Perfect Tea Blend

Take Home: 1 oz custom tea blend (8-10 servings)

What You'll Experience

🍃 Guided Tasting Journey

Explore six premium green teas from Japan and China:

Young Hyson - Delicate Chinese tea with floral sweetness

Gunpowder - Bold, robust tea with distinctive pellet shape

Jasmine Green - Scented with real jasmine flowers

Matcha - Ceremonial powdered tea with intense umami

Mecha - Japanese tea with robust flavor and toasted notes

Sencha - Japan's everyday favorite with fresh, grassy notes

🌿 Create Your Signature Blend

Choose your own adventure:

Option A: Choose a base of Green Tea + Herbal Blend

Option B: Choose a base of Hibiscus, Chamomile, Peppermint, or Rooibos 

Add aromatic herbs for wellness and flavor:

Ginger (warming & digestive)

Mint (cooling & drying)

Rose hips (tart & vitamin-rich)

Rose petals (romantic & floral)

Lemon balm (citrusy & calming)

Chamomile (honey-sweet & relaxing)

Elderberry (anti-inflammatory & tart)

Shisandra Berry (adaptogen and "five flavor")

Orange Peel (citrusy & digestive)

Cinnamon (warming & digestive)

Lavender (slightly warming & relaxing) 

Ashwaghanda (adaptogen & calming)

Licorice (anti-inflammatory & digestive)

Sage (warming & anti-septic)

All teas sourced from Monterey Herb Co and Lhasa Karnak 

Perfect For

✨ Tea lovers wanting to deepen their knowledge

✨ Beginners curious about green tea varieties

✨ Gift seekers looking for a unique experience

✨ Wellness enthusiasts interested in herbal benefits

✨ Creative spirits who love hands-on activities

What's Included

During the Workshop:

Tea tasting of 6 premium green teas

Guidance on flavor profiles and origins

All blending materials and equipment

Palate cleansers and tasting cups

Take Home:

1 oz bag of your custom blend

Brewing guide with your recipe

Reference card for future blending

Tasting notes from today's exploration

Workshop Schedule

30 min | Tea Tasting Journey

Guided tasting of all six green teas with flavor discussion

20 min | Blending Principles

Learn the art of combining teas and herbs

30 min | Create Your Blend

Hands-on blending with expert guidance

15 min | Package & Label

Finalize your take-home blend with brewing instructions

Booking Information

Investment: $15 per person

Includes: All materials, tasting, instruction, and 1 oz take-home blend

What to Bring: Just yourself and your curiosity!

Dietary Notes: Naturally gluten-free, vegan-friendly

Light snacks and nibbles will be provided 

Transform your tea experience from ordinary to extraordinary. Whether you're seeking the perfect morning energizer, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a soothing evening wind-down, you'll leave with the knowledge and your own custom creation.

Book your spot today and discover your signature tea blend!

90 minute session led by coach 

Let's grill!

Bringing people together is at the heart of Groundfloor, and there are few better ways to do that than through cuisine. Whether simple or extraordinary, food creates shared experiences and lasting memories! We can't wait to see your smiling face and grill some meat, veggies, maybe some fish? 

While advance planning is grand, last minute registrations are also most welcome. Just pop up in to your local supermarket or butcher and bring something to throw on the grill, some sides, beers or wine! It will be yummy.

Don’t forget to bring containers for leftovers so you can enjoy a great meal or two in the coming days.

Learn the Scottish tradition of ceilidh dancing! Easy for beginners and lots of fun. Mostly partnered dances so great for couples, but also for groups or by yourself! 

Doors open at 6.30pm with dancing starting at 7pm. After the ceilidh we’ll also have DJ SoundSmith who will be playing your favourite songs to continue dancing the night away. 

Tickets include drinks (wine, beer and whiskey), and some light snacks but we recommend eating before you come.

Party attire, and we encourage tartan and especially kilts! Best to wear something cool as the dancing works up a sweat 🔥 

$40 for tickets on Eventbrite (link in comments)

$30 for members

“The only thing in your way is you.” You’ve probably heard that saying, but thought to yourself “Okay, but how?" 

Leadership Coach Michael Tertes starts by calling the part of us that’s in our way our Arch Nemesis a.k.a. saboteur, gremlin, head bully, negative mind chatter etc. When our Arch Nemesis gets to run the show it can influence every aspect of our lives. It eats at our confidence, keeps us stuck, frustrated and often confused. Bottom line, it impacts our ability to fully express ourselves, find fulfillment and have the impact we’re here to have. 

During this participatory and powerful workshop Michael will teach you how to “get out of your own way” by identifying the specific, sneaky strategies and tactics your Arch Nemesis uses against you. From there, you'll learn Michael’s five most powerful moves to defeat your Arch Nemesis; allowing you to more freely, powerfully and consistently move towards the life, career or relationships you truly desire.

90 minute session led by coach 

Discover the joy of watercolor in this fun, beginner-friendly workshop. You’ll learn the fundamentals of brush handling, water-to-paint ratios and color mixing, then practice foundational techniques like washes, gradients and layering. Fun exercises will give you the confidence to create your own watercolor artwork during the workshop and beyond.

This workshop is designed for absolute beginners as well as anyone who wants a creative reset. All supplies and light refreshments will be provided. Attendees will take home a goodie bag of watercolor supplies for continued enjoyment. 

***Space is limited, please reserve your spot early by purchasing your ticket for $75 on Venmo: @abrstationery***

Why join? With small group instruction, personal attention, and everything you need provided, you’ll get more value in one afternoon than you would from weeks of trial and error on your own. It’s a perfect mix of relaxation, creativity, and skill-building in a social environment.

Shannon Greevy is a Groundfloor member, Creatives Club co-host and San Francisco-based artist who loves to share the joy of watercolor painting through simple lessons, drills and doodle prompts. Her project, ABR Stationery, offers group art classes, hand painted stationery supplies and free community art meetups in the Bay Area. Visit www.abrstationery.com and follow @abrstationery on your favorite social media platform.

Join us for an uplifting evening of heartfelt conversation, mindful creativity, and meaningful connection on women’s mental health.

“Pause & Create” is a restorative gathering for women seeking pause and presence in the midst of modern-day overwhelm. We’ll begin with a fireside chat on women’s mental health, exploring the pressures we carry, the stories we’re rewriting, and the practices that help us feel more whole.

After the conversation, we’ll move into a calming origami activity—folding paper flowers, cranes, boxes, etc. as a way to slow down and tap into our creativity. The act of folding becomes a gentle pause, leaving you with a handmade creation to take home as a symbol of your care and presence. 

We’ll end with a community reflection and casual social gathering. 

All materials and snacks & refreshments will be provided.

Agenda

​​​6:00 - 6:30pm: Arrival and Introductions 

​6:30 - 7:10pm: Mental Health Fireside Chat

​​​7:10 - 7:55pm: Origami Activity

​7:55 - 8:00pm: Closing Circle

​8:00 - 8:30pm: Informal Gathering

Hosted by SF Women’s Health Club – building joyful spaces where women feel heard, supported, and inspired toward lifelong wellness.

RSVP here if you'd like to learn more about joining a small group of 12 women at our first Groundfloor women's trip to Thailand. Your host, Cara, will lead this transformative group trip — blending adventure, connection, and personal growth. Kick-off your year with an unforgettable journey filled with meaningful experiences! 💃🌺 Full details: https://www.coachedbycara.com/upcoming-events Make sure to also join the Groundfloor Q&A session on 5/30 (see event in app) RSVP to this listing to express your interest - but make sure to claim your spot by sending in your deposit by Sept 1st https://lu.ma/pj1y71id Full payment is due at the end of October. Timing or location not a fit? Ask about other upcoming trips - including Costa Rica!

Around Labor Day weekend? Please join me for a beautiful relaxed Sunday summer supper in our courtyard. Let’s together create a casual yet slightly elevated gathering of friends and friends to be. 

Twinkling lights aplenty, vines, burbling fountain, chill vibes. Just us being us, together, naturally. 

Optional: I also invite you to come with me for the super easy pre-supper candlelit stretch and relax at the lovely new Metta yoga studio, 5:15-6:45. Zero experience needed. Just bring you (they have mats) in comfy clothes. It’s simple and nourishing.

Dinner @7. Bring a bit of good real food of any dietariness. Simple/rustic non-competitive fare welcome. I’ll carefully watch the rsvps with an eye to satisfying our rainbow of food needs. If stretching @Metta, drop food @Groundfloor by 5 and we’ll stroll down the street together.

If you’re inclined and in town, please do come. Wouldn’t it be wonderful to replace this image of models with a photo of real wonderful candlelit us? Perhaps for more Firelight Friends easy happenings?

Note on times: 

Leave a little extra time ahead of Metta for check-in, getting your preferred spot, and getting settled.

Drop perishable food @GF by 5pm

Walk from GF to Metta reception @5:10

In Metta studio 5:25 -6:50

Supper @GF Courtyard 7pm - 9 or...?

Interpersonal Club is a space for members to explore, inquire, practice and deepen in understanding around the many types of relationships and connections in our lives. Through the exploration of interpersonal neurobiology, communication skills, relational resonance and coherence, co-regulation, empathy, emotional attunement, attachment, collective consciousness and more, we will grow our connections in real time and deepen our capacities for authentic and embodied relationships with our friends, partners, families, children, collaborators, and communities. 

*A note about our club structure: Rather than centering consumption of content or replication of hierarchical group power structures, we will tend to center group process in Interpersonal Club, meaning that we will stay with the trouble of working/playing/exploring through any sticky or murky places that may come up as we learn to be in deeper community together. 

DISCLAIMER: Interpersonal Club and its events and offerings are for enrichment only and are not a substitute for therapy, counseling, or mental health support groups. 

About Jackie: Jackie is an Integrative Family and Relational Coach and is a relationally focused Occupational Therapist. She enjoys translating and applying macrocosmic concepts and principles to support client's lived experiences and embodied wisdom, all while remaining grounded in context and interdependence. Jackie works with people of all ages, guided by the vast and rich fields of interpersonal neurobiology, autonomic physiology, emergent strategy, sensory integration, panpsychism, dynamic systems theory, quantum theory, anthropology, and her boundless seeking heart.

If you knit, crochet, sew or do any other crafts come and join us! A night to hang out and relax. Whether you have a project to work on, or you want to learn a new skill!