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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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Tarot Talk: Stirring the waters of Devotion, Desire and Depth

Are you someone who loves the idea of cooking but often feels overwhelmed by the prep? Or maybe you just enjoy sharing a meal with others but don't feel like going out to eat? Whether you're a self-proclaimed home chef or a kitchen newbie, Community Cooks is all about the joy of creating simple, delicious meals together in a laid-back, supportive environment.

Demystifying Your 401(k): What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Make It Work for You

Bring your lunch and join us for a fun and informative workshop all about 401(k)s—what they are, how they grow your money, and how to make the most of them. We’ll cover the basics like contribution types and tax advantages, plus dive into how to read your plan’s investment options and fees. Whether you're just getting started or looking to understand your current plan better, this session will give you tools to feel more confident about your retirement savings. Cookies will be provided, and we’ll wrap up with time for Q&A so you can get your specific questions answered. Come curious and leave empowered!

Oil Painting Workshop - Portraits

Join artist Tanya Zaman for this oil painting workshop. We’ll be painting portraits from photo reference (provided).

In this crash course on oil painting you’ll learn about anatomy, composition, sketching, how to mix colors and prep your palette, and best techniques for using brushes. I’ll walk you through everything step by step.

We’ll be painting on an 8x10 stretched canvas which you’ll take home when you’re done. All materials provided, just bring yourself!

Beginner friendly, all skill levels welcome.


About your Instructor:
Tanya has been working in film and advertising as an illustrator and storyboard artist for over 10 years. She studied oil painting at various studios in LA and Florence, Italy. Her goal is to share her love of painting with anyone who’s willing to try!

Book Club: The Man in the High Castle

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.

Cocktail Clinic

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!

5 on Friday

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.

Film & TV 2nd Friday Happy Hour

Join us for our monthly Film & TV happy hour! All are welcome - those working in and around Film & TV and/or eager enthusiasts!

Stay tuned for more details on this month's Industry Spotlight.

🔮Manifestation and Ecstatic Dance Party 🪩

Join us for our monthly Film & TV happy hour! All are welcome - those working in and around Film & TV and/or eager enthusiasts!

Stay tuned for more details on this month's Industry Spotlight.

Cannabis Support Group #13 - Art Exchange (and Orange Chicken Day)

The Creatives Club is your go-to hub for igniting creativity and making progress in your artistic endeavors. We want to The club hosts a diverse range of events, including Creation Hours, 30-day accountability challenges, Creative Speed Dating, and more.

Ten wines. Ten pairings.

No one’s talking terroir.
No one’s making you guess the varietal.
This isn’t a quiz — it’s a pairing.

We’ve matched ten California (and adjacent) wines with food that’s actually meant to be eaten with each pour. From light whites to big reds, every glass is served with a grocery-store-perfect pairing. Some salty, some creamy, all of it works.

It’s not formal.
It’s not stuffy.
It’s just really, really well-paired.

Ten wines. Ten pairings. One damn good night.

We’re pouring California’s best — from the Central Coast to Sonoma — with snacks that hit all the right notes. Just really good wine, matched with food that makes it better.

This isn’t a dinner party. It’s not a class.
It’s a tasting.
You come hungry, leave tipsy, and probably fall in love with at least one wine you weren’t expecting.

5 on Friday

Wait There’s More Podcast Launch and Live Taping

The Creatives Club is your go-to hub for igniting creativity and making progress in your artistic endeavors. We want to The club hosts a diverse range of events, including Creation Hours, 30-day accountability challenges, Creative Speed Dating, and more.

Kamayan Feast with Chef Jason

Join us for our monthly Film & TV happy hour! All are welcome - those working in and around Film & TV and/or eager enthusiasts!

Stay tuned for more details on this month's Industry Spotlight.

5 on Friday

MANIA!!! a Variety Show

Frenzy! Passion! Craze! Characters, stand up, poetry, and music from some of the best performers in the city!

Join us for a night of interactive (up to you how much or little!) funnies that will end with another screening of The Funkee Sketch Show Pilot ✨

7 pm - Doors
7:30 pm - Acts begin
8:15 pm - Pilot Screening (20-min runtime)
9:00 pm - Leave and think about what just happened

Clubhouse

It’s just a party.

Sips Happen: The Pop-Up Series

No set schedule. No cover. No pressure.

Just a pop-up when a pop-up feels right—like maybe on a midweek summer night, when the A/C is pumping and the puzzles are the stars.

The themes will change—oh yes, they will—and I’ve got plenty of surprises in store. This round will be mild-mannered in the best way: we’ll sip and piece our way to puzzle completion.

One night we might storytell, another we might brown bag it, or maybe the theme will be your favorite Trader Joe’s wines—WHO KNOWS! But one thing’s for sure: the sips will be happening.

First up: a curated flight from Naked Wines, an online community that backs independent winemakers and gives us access to bottles you won’t find on store shelves.

Whether you’re a puzzle enthusiast, a wine nerd, or just looking for a good hang, Sips Happen is designed to be low-key, high-fun, and totally worth showing up for—even if you’re not sipping.

Tips are welcome. Food is encouraged.

Let’s puzzle this out together.

Cocktail Clinic

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!

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Book Club Pride Month: The House in the Cerulean Sea

Oakland Book Lovers! Join us in June for Pride month to read The House in the Cerulean Sea. Please contact me (Zarrin) if you have any questions.

Link to the book reviews: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/45047384-the-house-in-the-cerulean-sea

New Members Hour: Good Vibes, New Faces

New to the club? Come catch the vibe and meet your fellow members at Good Vibes, New Faces—our laid-back welcome hour designed just for you.

This is your chance to connect, ask questions, and get familiar with your space. Your Community Manager will be on hand to walk you through the Groundfloor app, help you navigate all the ways to get involved, and make sure your photo gets added to the Member Wall—because we want to see your face around here!

✨ What’s going down:
–Get connected with other members like you
– App walkthrough and tips
– Open Q&A with your Community Manager
– Member board photo time 📸
– Chill vibes and smiles guaranteed

Rituals: Tuesday Breaks

Weekly moments designed to help you take a break, meet fellow members, and find your people.

Tuesdays and Thursdays:

🤝🏾 New Member Hour @ 11 am – drop in and learn how to get the most out of your Groundfloor experience

🪑 Community Lunch @ 12pm – BYO lunch at the Kitchen Table 

🚶‍♀️Walk and Talk @ 3pm – meet near the front door for a light loop around the neighborhood.

Just show up! You're always welcome at Groundfloor Rituals.

Writing Club - Elena Letourenau, Host

The Tuesday (note different day of the week) July 1st meeting will be hosted by GF Member Elena Letourenau. The plan is to share work for a supportive feedback. Bring pages of something you'd to share. If you don't have anything, feel free to come support and get inspired! Writers of all genres and experience levels welcome.

Waffle Wednesday: Stack It Up & Vibe Out 🧇

Rituals: Thursday Break

Weekly moments designed to help you take a break, meet fellow members, and find your people.

Tuesdays and Thursdays:

🤝🏾 New Member Hour @ 11 am – drop in and learn how to get the most out of your Groundfloor experience

🪑 Community Lunch @ 12:30 pm – BYO lunch at the Kitchen Table 

🚶‍♀️Walk and Talk @ 3pm – meet near the front door for a light loop around the neighborhood.

Just show up! You're always welcome at Groundfloor Rituals.

GTFO: First Friday

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Oakland's vibrant First Friday! Every first Friday of the month, the streets of Oakland come alive with art, music, food, and culture. Whether you’re discovering new art, grabbing a bite from one of the many food trucks, having a drink at a local bar or just soaking in the energy of this dynamic city, First Friday is the perfect way to kick off your weekend. Make sure to check the chat for locations .

New Members Hour: Good Vibes, New Faces

New to the club? Come catch the vibe and meet your fellow members at Good Vibes, New Faces—our laid-back welcome hour designed just for you.

This is your chance to connect, ask questions, and get familiar with your space. Your Community Manager will be on hand to walk you through the Groundfloor app, help you navigate all the ways to get involved, and make sure your photo gets added to the Member Wall—because we want to see your face around here!

✨ What’s going down:
–Get connected with other members like you
– App walkthrough and tips
– Open Q&A with your Community Manager
– Member board photo time 📸
– Chill vibes and smiles guaranteed

Self-Care Club: Meditate, Heal, Recharge

Join the self-care club as we create a healing space to support your busy lifestyle.

Together we will practice:

-Mindful meditations:
Reduce stress and anxiety through various mindful techniques
-Sound healing: clear out blocked energies and calm your mind, body to recharge your system

Club member Lauren Bui has a background in mindful meditation, holistic healing and well being.

She’s a certified Reiki master, meditation & life coach International Coach Federation (ICF).

Professionally Lauren has an MBA and has decades of experience as a technology leader, focused on healthcare and well-being.

New Members Hour: Good Vibes, New Faces

New to the club? Come catch the vibe and meet your fellow members at Good Vibes, New Faces—our laid-back welcome hour designed just for you.

This is your chance to connect, ask questions, and get familiar with your space. Your Community Manager will be on hand to walk you through the Groundfloor app, help you navigate all the ways to get involved, and make sure your photo gets added to the Member Wall—because we want to see your face around here!

✨ What’s going down:
–Get connected with other members like you
– App walkthrough and tips
– Open Q&A with your Community Manager
– Member board photo time 📸
– Chill vibes and smiles guaranteed

Waffle Wednesday: Stack It Up & Vibe Out 🧇

Moon Magic: Full Moon in Capricorn

Moon Magic is a night of self-work guided by the stars. Join us for reflection and ritual, led by Bex Mui, queer witch, energy healer, and author of House of Our Queer: Healing, Reframing, and Reclaiming Your Spiritual Practice. Bring your clip boards, google docs, and graphic organizers, because this Full Moon in Capricorn wants to help you make a plan. Where is your energy going? What is serving you, and what is draining you? Fueled by the energy of this moon, we’ll dive in to make a plan for restoring balance. Bring a journal, tarot cards, or other items that help you with reflection. Want to bring a guest? Message Bex for the eventbrite link. Flow for the evening: 6:30 Arrive, enjoy tea, and settle in 6:45 Introductions 7:10 Grounding and guided meditation 7:20 Insights and discussions about the lunar phase 8:00 Play Time: reflect, chat, or pull cards 8:15 Closing circle

New Members Hour: Good Vibes, New Faces

GTFO: Qigong at Orcanit Wellness

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!

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Five o’Groove: Friday Happy Hour 🌀

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.

Over Beers Club: Meeting #4

Please join us for our next session!

The Three Pillars of Over Beers Club:

Beer is unparalleled:
It is by far the most popular alcoholic beverage on the planet. No other beverage—tea, wine, spirits, or coffee—offers the sheer range of flavors, aromas, textures, and appearances that beer does. With the proper context, every beer you taste can be a testament to the infinite possibilities of brewing.

Beer creates space for connection:
No matter how revelatory a beer may be, its most important function is as a venue for social interaction.

The best way to get to know someone is to get them talking about what they love:
The things we watch, read, and listen to reveal who we are. Conversations about the things we are inspired by deepen connections and create a richer community.

How It Works:

Each session begins with a guided tasting, during which every member of the group is served the same beer. Together, we delve into the sample's aroma, flavor, and texture, as well as the process and ingredients that go into making it taste the way it does.

Next, every member shares a recommended thing to watch, read, or listen to with the group. This could be an excerpt from a book, a Substack post, a film, an album, a podcast—anything that sparks thought, joy, and inspiration. After each member has presented, the group votes on one thing to read, one thing to watch, and one thing to listen to ahead of the next meeting.

When the group reconvenes, discussions begin "over beers" with reflections on the previous meeting’s recommendations before we proceed to the day's tasting sessions and the presentation of new recommendations.

Why You Should Join:

Over Beers is about building a community where great beer, conversation, and people intersect. In challenging times, it's fortifying to linger on what inspires us. By sharing those things with others, we will create a space for curiosity and camaraderie. You will leave each meeting a more savvy beer drinker, equipped with new perspectives, some new compelling work to explore, and hopefully, some new friends.

Sofar Sounds Concert

Sofar Sounds is back at Groundfloor, bringing you an unforgettable night of live music! 🎤✨
. The best part? The artists are a mystery – you'll discover who they are only when they take the stage! 😮
Important: You’ll need to create an account on Sofar Sounds to claim your ticket. Please make an account and enter the code to secure your spot!
Want to book a ticket for a guest? You can book their ticket here: [https://www.sofarsounds.com]
See you there for a night of surprise performances and incredible music! 🎵

Random Acts: A Booze Cruise Birthday

**Black & White Bay Cruise: A Night of Celebration on the Water!**  

Step aboard for an unforgettable night as we sail into the **ultimate summer party**—a stylish **Black & White Bay Cruise** like no other!  

For just **$44.19** for early bird tickets, and $50 for general admission, you’ll enjoy breathtaking **views of the city skyline**, a **live DJ spinning the hottest tracks**, and a **deck filled with great vibes**. And guess what? This night isn’t just about the cruise—it’s also a special **birthday celebration** for Groundfloor Member **India**!  

🎉 **What to expect:**  

✔ A stunning evening cruise from **10 PM – 1 AM** (the app won’t let me update the correct time)

✔ Music, dancing, and unbeatable energy  

✔ A **Black & White theme**—dress to impress!  

✔ Drinks flowing, good vibes all around  

✔ Birthday festivities for **India**  

Gather your crew, grab your tickets, and let’s make **July 19th** a **night to remember**!  

🔗 **Secure your spot now:** [Eventbrite link](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/black-n-white-bay-cruise-tickets-1352521812149?aff=oddtdtcreator)  

The water’s calling—are you ready to celebrate? 🚢🥂

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Unplug and Play - Offline Hangout

Escape the digital grind, leave your cell phone at the door, and detox at Groundfloor in Oakland. Enjoy a Sunday morning of screen-free mingling surrounded by a community of like-minded people looking to unplug and play!

Total Duration: 2.5 hours

11:00 AM
Sign-In, Meet, Greet and Mingle (please be on time as it helps to improve the container!) Grab your name tag, say hello, get settled in. We'll chat, and break the ice!

60 Minutes
Community Through Curiosity - Time to connect! Choose a question from our deck or ask your own, and go around the circle sharing your answers. It’s all about getting to know each other in a relaxed, open space. You can pass or come back to a question later if you’d like!

15 Minutes
Break time

45 Minutes
Chill Time: Hang & Play Pair up, group up, or chill solo! Play games, chat, or simply hang out with new friends.

10 Minutes
Closing & Gratitude Let’s wrap up with a quick reflection and gratitude. Share one word that sums up your experience!

Important Notes
• Disclaimer: By handing over your phone, you're placing a great deal of faith in the system!! However, if it happens to vanish or encounter an unexpected mishap, the Unplug and Play Collective cannot be held responsible. Not quite ready to part ways with your phone? No problem—simply switch it off and keep it out of sight! ________________________________

Digital directions to analog connections __> IG @unplugandplaycollective

www.unplugandplaycollective.com

WHY JOIN? This event carves out dedicated time in your schedule to put away your cell phone, unwind, connect, and rediscover the simple joys of life in community. Whether you’re catching up on hobbies, meeting new people, or simply enjoying some quiet time, this is your opportunity to embrace the unplugged life.

Book Club: Great Big Beautiful Life

Oakland Book Lovers! Join us in July for our summer beach read- Great Big Beautiful Life. Please contact me (Zarrin) if you have any questions.

Link to the book reviews:https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/218559595-great-big-beautiful-life

Creative Arts & Tea Bar

Join us for an afternoon of resilience and connection. 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
* Scrapbooking supplies for creating cards.
* Acrylic and watercolor paints

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 are feeling: calming chamomile and lavender for moments of reflection energizing green tea for creative bursts, grounding roobios, and dandelion root for staying present, and uplifting ginger lemon elixir for celebration. Select teas that align with your current state of mind of feeling you'd like to cultivate while creating - with the option to brew your own blends as well.

All skill levels 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 judgement-free space to express yourself, connect with others, and celebrate our shared journey of resilience.

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Thailand Women’s Trip

🌴Thailand Women's Trip! 🇹🇭✨

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!
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Civic Engagement Basics

What does it really mean to be civically engaged—and where do you start? In this group discussion we'll cover the foundations of civic participation.

Whether you’re voting in every election or just starting to think about how to get more involved, we’ll explore the many ways you can show up for your community—from local voting and advocacy to volunteering and everyday actions that create change.

Come ready to reflect, ask questions and leave with practical ideas for taking action that aligns with your values. No prior experience required—just curiosity and a desire to do more.

Refreshments will be provided.

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.

Rituals: Tuesday Breaks

Weekly moments designed to help you take a break, meet fellow members, and find your people.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays:

🤝🏾 New Member Hour @ 11 am – drop in and learn how to get the most out of your Groundfloor experience

🪑 Community Lunch @ 12pm – BYO lunch at the Kitchen Table 

🚶‍♀️Walk and Talk @ 3pm – meet near the front door for a light loop around the neighborhood.

Just show up! You're always welcome at Groundfloor Rituals.

Board Game Club: Blood on the Clocktower

First Tuesdays Board Game Club features Blood on the Clocktower: an award-winning social deduction game of murder and mystery, lies and logic, deduction and deception for up to fifteen daring players led by a devious storyteller. Each month we have food and drink on hand - but you're always welcome to bring your own - don't rely on us for your dinner. :)

‼️ Blood on the Clocktower can take *three* hours to run, so please don’t make other plans for your evening - your presence will be required for the entirety of the game. Pizza will be provided.

‼️ We encourage players to watch this 10 minute introduction video on the rules ahead of the event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-aZP47Nm9g

‼️ Even more info & play guides: BotC website https://bloodontheclocktower.com

Each player receives either a ‘good’ or ‘evil’ token with their unique character and special ability on it. Good players share information to solve the mystery whilst evil players lie about who they are and what they know. The good team wins if they can piece together their knowledge, trust each other, and vote to execute the demon. The evil team wins if the demon can sow distrust, evade detection, and wipe out the village.

Being dead doesn’t remove you from the game, you can still discuss with fellow players, win (or lose!) with your team, and have one final ‘ghost’ vote to use before the end of the game. Sometimes it’s actually useful to be dead rather than alive!

Rituals: Wednesday Breaks

Weekly moments designed to help you take a break, meet fellow members, and find your people.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays:

🤝🏾 New Member Hour @ 11 am – drop in and learn how to get the most out of your Groundfloor experience

🪑 Community Lunch @ 12pm – BYO lunch at the Kitchen Table 

🚶‍♀️Walk and Talk @ 3pm – meet near the front door for a light loop around the neighborhood.

Just show up! You're always welcome at Groundfloor Rituals.

Rituals: Thursday Breaks

Weekly moments designed to help you take a break, meet fellow members, and find your people.

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays:

🤝🏾 New Member Hour @ 11 am – drop in and learn how to get the most out of your Groundfloor experience

🪑 Community Lunch @ 12pm – BYO lunch at the Kitchen Table 

🚶‍♀️Walk and Talk @ 3pm – meet near the front door for a light loop around the neighborhood.

Just show up! You're always welcome at Groundfloor Rituals.

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.

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!

Rituals: Tuesday Breaks

Writing Circle

The writer's circle is a group of Groundfloor members who convene on the 2nd Tuesday of the month for creative writing and connection. In addition to our monthly meet-ups we host casual drop in's throughout the month, so keep an eye on the chats. Whether you're working on a manuscript, writing for work, or new to writing and looking for creative inspiration, we'd love you to join us! No previous writing experience necessary. All are welcome.

Rituals: Wednesday Breaks

Creatives Club: First Wednesdays

Creatives Club hosts a variety of events to encourage, practice, and celebrate creativity. We meet on the first Wednesday of the month with light snacks, drinks, and fun ice-breakers. Creatives Club is a great way to meet & greet other GF Creatives and features a wide range of topics related to creativity.

(Placeholder) Creation Hour is: 

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.

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

- watercolor painting gift tags and greeting cards

- website creation

- digital photo editing

- researching and finding recipes to cook

- 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!

We will also start on time and promptly. Please cancel if your plans change to allow someone else to join. We can’t wait to see you there!

Rituals: Thursday Breaks

Valencia LIVE!

Second Thursdays - Valencia is closed to traffic between 16th and 19th streets - so you can party!

Starting at 5 p.m. on May 8, and running until 10 p.m., Valencia will be shut down to car traffic between 16th and 19th streets. Visitors will be able to roam the street, beer in hand, and visit stages lining either side featuring performances by Mission artists.

Each block will house a stage produced by Mission businesses and local groups. The cocktail bar Blondie’s will organize live music on its stage, another stage will host performances dedicated to Carnaval, and a parking lot will host an indigenous artisans’ market.

https://missionlocal.org/2025/03/sf-night-market-mission-district-valencia-street/

Yappy Hour: Sip, Snack, & Wag!

Join us for yappy hour, fun for pups and humans alike! It’ll be an evening of tail wags, treats, and games. Whether you’re sipping on a drink or tossing a toy, it’s perfect way to wind down on a Fri night with furry friends. Hoping to also gauge interest in pup walks and gatherings outside of Groundfloor. All are welcome to join!

PATIO Closed for Private Event

Patio closed for private event

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!

Founders Club Demo Day

It’s a Bay Area backyard hangout, Groundfloor style! Kick off the summer together in Marin, Saturday May 24th, 12-5pm.

This is a shared creation event at a member’s creekside home. Bring your beloveds, a dish/bevs to share or prepare food on site (pizza oven + 2 grills available, plus rustic bar for cocktails & mocktail making. You can also bring a retro game or create an activity (focus is on connection/mingling rather than performance). 

Social anxiety? It’s a big space with quiet edges and cozy hammocks!

Grill & Chill 2024 pics here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/J9RZmrCuWWGwJNtz9

Board Game Club: Strategy Night

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PRIVATE EVENT

PRIVATE EVENT: Simply the Basics

PRIVATE EVENT: Simply the Basics

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PRIVATE EVENT

Thailand Women’s Trip

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!

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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

Ritual Club

First Monday of every month 

6:30-8:30pm

Cultivating connection, depth and sacred space through community ritual.

In our modern, hyper-independent world, we've lost sight of the crucial role that community witnessing and processing play in our overall sense of well-being and connectedness. Ritual is a sacred container where we come together to embrace the fullness of our human experience, cultivate authentic presence, and support each other's journey of self-discovery and transformation.

Each monthly gathering explores a specific theme related to personal growth, emotional healing, and spiritual awakening. Through a structured process of guided meditation, reflective prompts, and small group sharing, we create a safe, nurturing container for deep inner work and soul-nourishing connection.

Some of the core focus areas we explore include:

Navigating life's challenges and transitions with grace and resilience

Cultivating self-compassion, acceptance, and loving-kindness

Reconnecting with our inner wisdom, intuition, and authentic voice

Healing past wounds, ancestral patterns, traumas, and limiting beliefs

Awakening to our soul's purpose and unique gifts

Embodying mindfulness, presence, and conscious awareness

Fostering meaningful connections and a sense of belonging

Restoring connectedness with nature

In this supportive space, we have the opportunity to be seen, heard, and held in our full humanity. Through the power of community reflection and mirroring, we gain new insights, perspectives, and resources to support our ongoing growth and transformation.

Whether you're seeking greater self-understanding, emotional resilience, or spiritual alignment, Ritual offers a sanctuary for your soul. Here, you'll find a circle of kindred spirits who honor the sacredness in all of life and celebrate the beauty, complexity, and wisdom of the human journey.

All are welcome, regardless of background or belief. Come as you are, with a willingness to show up authentically, respect others and embrace the transformative power of sacred community ritual. Let's gather together to witness, process, and support each other's unfolding with compassion, curiosity, and open hearts.

About Tracy:

Tracy James, MA, CPCC is a Coach working at the intersection of shamanism, plant spirit healing, leadership and mindful embodiment. Tracy blends mystical, practical and research-based approaches to those seeking centeredness, creative flow and the fulfillment of their potential. She has over two decades of experience facilitating transformational individual and group coaching and leading international tours and retreats.

From her training with indigenous shamans in the Amazon jungle and with mystics from Nepal and India to her studies in psychology and the technologies of human transformation, Tracy integrates ancient and modern approaches into the Nature-based coaching methodology she terms Elemental Energetics™.

The Lab

✨Community Lunch✨

Inspiration Club

In this experiential workshop, you’ll have the chance to connect with yourself and kindred spirits. We begin the workshop with brief introductions, gentle movement and a grounding meditation. Then Marion will introduce materials and techniques, and we will work on our creations, followed by a warm hearted sharing circle to celebrate our creations. Marion is an experienced artist, working in ceramics, mixed media art and painting. She is the founder of the Heart of Us - an organization that fosters genuine connection via creativity, mindfulness and loving kindness. She will be offering a special topic for each of the Inspiration Lab gatherings.

GroundFloor Art Walk - Open Mic Night + Art Lounge

We’re opening the doors during the Downtown San Rafael Art Walk and Summer Market for a relaxed evening of music, creativity, and connection, GroundFloor style.

Expect an easy, come-as-you-are vibe with live music from our own community (maybe you?). If you’ve been thinking about sharing a song, poem, story, or other creative piece, we’d love to include you. Just reach out and let us know if you’d like to participate.

We’ll also have a casual art-making corner in the kitchen, playful and low-key, no art degree needed!

Light drinks and snacks will be out to keep the energy flowing, and the space will be open for members to gather, bring friends, or just hang out as people drift in from the Art Walk.

This is a great moment to help show off what we love about GroundFloor, our creativity, our warmth, our community. Hope you can be part of it.

Interpersonal Club: Game Night!

This month Interpersonal Club will be hold a relaxed game night! We will explore our stash of relational games including: We’re Not Really Strangers and/or Where Should We Begin. Do you want to get deeper than the daily small talk with members but aren’t sure who’s game (heehee)? These games provide a container for deeply connecting in fun and new ways!

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.

Take Me Out to the Ballgame! San Rafael Pacifics Night

Join us for a classic slice of Americana as we walk over to Albert Park to cheer on our hometown team, the San Rafael Pacifics! It’s perfect summertime fun as the season winds down—hot dogs, cold drinks, and baseball under the lights. We’ll meet at GF around 5PM and stroll over together for the 6PM first pitch. Tickets are just $10—let us know if you're in so we can coordinate!

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.

GTFO: Petaluma Music Festival

Get your tickets now (at the moment they are $65) : https://petalumamusicfestival.org

Saturday July 26th - Festival Gates open at 11:30am. Let’s meet at GF SR at 10:30am where we will drive up together. I plan to be there the entire day, however, we can figure out rides depending on people’s personal arrival/departure times.

We had a ton of fun going to Hardly Strictly last year, so let’s keep the party going and have a GF crew for this lovely one day festival. The lineup looks rad and we know the food will be YUM in Petaluma. 

Bring anyone and let’s get our boogie on!

Heather is a professional festival and concert attendee and loves bringing people together for music, art and fun!.

Creatives Club: Improv for Humans - A Connective Gathering at Groundfloor

The Creatives Club is your go-to hub for igniting creativity and making progress in your artistic endeavors. We want to The club hosts a diverse range of events, including Creation Hours, 30-day accountability challenges, Creative Speed Dating, and more.

Thailand Women’s Trip

🌴Thailand Women's Trip! 🇹🇭✨

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!

Thailand Women’s Trip

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!

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