Clothing Swaps San Francisco

Painted Ladies Clothing Swap & Picnic

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/RcC7WRBDtzm7o4XikwWQ **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** Hey vintage hunters, Grab that tote bag full of clothes you no longer wear and join me for a breezy afternoon under the shade of the park trees, sharing snacks and trading favorite threads. We'll start the day with about an hour of quick, app-guided chats to help everyone break the ice, and then we'll split into small picnic groups to actually swap and hang out. I love that the Gist IRL app takes the guesswork out of mingling by pairing us up for short one-on-one conversations, so you always know exactly who you're talking to next. It's the perfect way to warm up and chat about our best secondhand scores. Once the rounds are done, you get to choose the folks you vibed with the most, spread out a blanket on the grass, and settle into small picnic groups to swap clothes, share food, and lounge in the park. Whether these folks become your regular park lounge and clothing swap crew or you just walk away with a brilliant new vintage sweater and a great memory, it's going to be a beautiful day outside. The Plan: - 5:00PM: Check-In. Follow the link to set up your quick profile on your phone. - 5:05PM - 3:25PM: One-on-One Rounds. The app pairs you for focused chats. Find out who shares your passion for sustainable fashion, vintage gems, and conscious living. - 5:25PM+: Form Groups. Reconnect with your favorite matches, form groups of 4-5, and settle in on the grass together to swap clothes, play picnic games, and share food. I can't wait to see what treasures you bring and spend a tuesday afternoon hanging out with you all. A few favorite spots nearby: The Panhandle - This historic, tree-canopied corridor offers flat lawns and a lively neighborhood energy that are perfect for spreading out blankets and playing lawn games. Duboce Park - A sunny, dog-friendly community hub with wide, flat grassy spaces that are ideal for small groups to circle up and share a meal. Buena Vista Park - San Francisco's oldest park features a secluded grassy meadow at its peak, providing a quiet and scenic woodland escape to sort through clothes. Jefferson Square Park - A tranquil, uncrowded hilltop gem with plenty of shaded spots under historic eucalyptus trees to enjoy a peaceful afternoon picnic. Golden Gate Park - Just a short trek west, the expansive eastern meadows of this world-famous park provide endless open space to host any size social gathering. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/RcC7WRBDtzm7o4XikwWQ **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

New Mini-Meetup: Clothing & Accessories Swap Meet

Mixed Bag at Belmont Story Swap

Please know that an RSVP here on Meetup MEANS NOTHING. You need to go to www.StorySAC.org to get the details on how to join the Story Swap on Zoom. DO NOT RSVP HERE!! Our Zooming story swap welcomes ready listeners, eager tellers, & would-be tellers. Come try us out. Contact: email Linda Walls: lindaglennlee@yahoo.com

Upcycle Social Sew/ Art/Fix it/ Finish it! (In person)

Come over and get crafty with us. Camaraderie and clever upcycling ideas circulate at our sessions! What do you want to repair, reuse, or reinvent today? Choose your adventure... Option 1: Social sew! BYO sewing machine, use a loaner, or bring your hand sewing project or mending. We also have some discarded fabric/ clothes ready to cut up and play with and some basic sewing tools, as well. Option 2: Fix it! Repairs are less odious - even fun - with friends, new and old! Bring your broken tchotchkes, dilapidated heirlooms, or jewelry in need of a makeover. We can provide some glues and hand tools. Option 3: Finish it! Bring along an unfinished collage or craft project and get your momentum back. First time on us, $5 donation, no one turned away for lack of funds. Some snacks provided. We invite you to bring a vegetarian snack to share. Please change your RSVP on meetup if you can't make it, so someone else can have a spot. We're looking forward to creating with you! Location notes: The "Joy Factory" is a private home in Alameda's West End. Our house is not wheelchair accessible (1/2 flight of stairs). We have cats. Street parking is sometimes crowded.

Bay Area Frocktails

Early Bird Tickets are SOLD OUT. You may be able to connect with someone who can no longer attend by commenting on [this post](https://www.instagram.com/p/Da5v7WBpIJF/) on our @bayareafrocktails Insta. Join us in Berkeley for our summer soirée — a wonderful afternoon of conversation, cocktails, and connecting with sewists over all things handmade at Bay Area Frocktails! Come celebrate the joy of sewing with us. Sewists at all levels are welcome — from beginners to experts. Wear something you made or whatever makes you feel good. Be sure to check out our [Bay Area Frocktails website](https://www.bayareafrocktails.com/)! We’ll have a Frocktails Fashion Show where you can strut your stuff, a Scavenger Hunt, Crafting and Embroidery area, and Photo Booth. **We have many wonderful sponsors, including:** ***Fashion Luminary Sponsors*** [Britex Fabrics](https://britexfabrics.com/) in San Francisco [Fabrix](https://fabrixsanfrancisco.com/) in San Francisco [Fiber Snob](https://fibersnob.com/) in Santa Rosa [G-Tex Fabrics](https://www.gtexfabric.com) \- in San Jose [Madam Sew](https://madamsew.com/) [Naughty Bobbin Patterns](http://www.naughtybobbinpatterns.com/shop) [Stone's Touch Sharpening](https://www.stonestouch.com/) in SF Bay Area [Stonemountain & Daughter Fabrics](https://stonemountainfabric.com/) \- in Berkeley [Studio Sessions](https://www.studio-sessions.com/) \- in Berkeley ***Style Visionary Sponsors*** [Harts Fabric](https://hartsfabric.com/) \- in Santa Cruz [Oliso](https://oliso.com/) [Seamwork](https://www.seamwork.com/) ***Stitching Star Sponsor*** [Brooklyn Motif Sewing](https://brooklynmotifprinting.com/) [LA Finch Fabrics](https://lafinchfabrics.myshopify.com/) in Los Alamitos (SoCal) [Wawak](https://www.wawak.com/) ***Sewing Maven Sponsor*** [Cashmerette Club](https://www.cashmerette.com/pages/club) and [MyBodyModel](https://www.mybodymodel.com/) [Christine Haynes](https://christinehaynes.com/) [Fringe Fabrics](https://www.fringefabrics.com/) in San Diego [Stitch Buzz](https://www.etsy.com/shop/ShopStitchBuzz) **We’ll also have some fabulous raffle prizes from:** [Stonemountain & Daughter Fabrics](https://stonemountainfabric.com/) \- in Berkeley \- two $50 gift cards for use in store or online [Brooklyn Motif Sewing](https://brooklynmotifprinting.com/) \- $100 gift card towards pattern printing [Wawak](https://www.wawak.com/) \- two $50 gift cards [Stone's Touch Sharpening](https://www.stonestouch.com/) \- $100 gift card [Matchy Matchy Sewing Club](https://matchymatchysewingclub.com/) \- book and garment labels [Naughty Bobbin Patterns](http://www.naughtybobbinpatterns.com/shop) \- basket of sewing goods [Oliso](https://oliso.com/) \- iron and ironing board cover [Seamwork](https://www.seamwork.com/) \- unlimited annual membership [LA Finch Fabrics](https://lafinchfabrics.myshopify.com/) \- fabric gift card [Christine Haynes](https://christinehaynes.com/) \- gift certificate to Verano online workshop [Lacis Museum of Lace and Textiles](https://lacismuseum.org/) [Cashmerette Club](https://www.cashmerette.com/pages/club) and [MyBodyModel](https://www.mybodymodel.com/) \- One 3\-month Cashmerette membership at the Plus Level\, one MyBodyModel premium package Tickets will be on sale starting Tuesday, June 23. **Early Bird tickets** ($55 + Meetup processing fee \~$3.29) on sale from June 23, 10 am PT until June 30, 11:59 p.m. PT or until sold out. **Regular tickets** ($65 + Meetup processing fee \~$3.66) if available, will be on sale from July 1 until August 14. If all 100 tickets are sold by June 30, we may not have any more tickets available. **\* IMPORTANT: Tickets are nonrefundable and will NOT be sold at the door.** Stay tuned for more details. Check this page for updates and follow the [@BayAreaFrocktails](https://www.instagram.com/bayareafrocktails) account on Instagram! **FAQs** * \*\*Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event?\*\*You must be 21 years of age or older b/c alcohol will be served. Bar staff will check IDs at door. * **What should I wear?** Wear something you made or something that makes you feel good. It's a cocktail affair. You don't need to wear a dress. You can be as fancy or as casual as you like. Silk and satin, cotton and linen, and more are welcome! * **Can I bring a guest?** Yes, but you do need to pay for their ticket. * **Is it OK to attend Frocktails solo?** Yes! This is a great event to meet other sewists. And if you need a break, you can go to the crafting areas and decorate a bandana with embroidery, sashiko, or fabric markers. * **How do I buy my ticket?** Tickets go on sale on this page on June 23, 10 am PT. Tickets are SOLD OUT. * **Why aren't you selling tickets at the door?** We need to finalize our budget for the event so we can be assured that our costs are covered. There is also a limit to the number of people who can fit in the venue. * **Why do tickets cost more than last year's Frocktails event?** We are paying for the space. All funds go to event expenses. * **What's the refund policy?** Tickets are nonrefundable because we need to meet the costs of the event. Thank you for your understanding. * **What if I can no longer attend? How can I sell my ticket?** If you can't make it, you can sell your ticket by posting to the private [Bay Area Sewists Facebook group](https://www.facebook.com/groups/BayAreaSewists) or by commenting on **[this post](https://www.instagram.com/p/Da5v7WBpIJF/)** on our [@bayareafrocktails](https://www.instagram.com/bayareafrocktails) Insta account. * **What are my transportation/parking options?** Metered street parking/parking garages nearby. Downtown Berkeley BART stop is a few blocks away.

Sing, Say or Play (currently on Zoom)

Please know that an RSVP here on Meetup MEANS NOTHING. You need to go to www.StorySAC.org to get the details on how to join the Story Swap on Zoom. DO NOT RSVP HERE!! OAKLAND/EAST BAY Sing Say or Play 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Meets on the second Saturday on Zoom. "During the COVID-19 Pandemic, we have moved to Zoom for meeting online. We are a story swap, a singers' circle, a poetry reading, an instrumental recital, a jam session and more , all in one! Join us for an evening of old fashioned home-made entertainment where everyone gets some time. Contact cfsherman@msn.com for the Zoom link, preferably at least one day before the event. You can try after that, but no promises!

Meet to draw each other in San Francisco!

Take a turn modeling (nude) then just draw for the rest of the session. Looking forward to seeing old and new friends! Optional $10 donation to cover studio rent is suggested but not required. We will supply chairs but bring your own drawing materials, such as pencil, paper, and drawing board if you have one. (No oil paints, solvents, or fixative inside the building.) Open to all levels of experience.

Blood on the Clocktower in Mission Bay! - OUTDOORS

Our next event will be on **Sunday** August 9th! We usually have 2-3 games going on, there will always be a circle for any newcomers! We expect about 30-40 people to RSVP on Discord. Let us know if there is any particular script you want to play or if you want to storytell! We will start the event under the trees in Koret Quad, located just north of Genentech Hall. **We will have a small number of folding chairs available, but please bring your own camp chair or blanket to sit on.** When it gets cooler in the evening, we'll move to our typical location inside Genetech Hall. **Please review and be familiar with our [best practices](https://docs.google.com/document/d/15WL2Da0003h5V-5p_JRNxjJ_gLsl2KKFzkfxyNM7K6E/edit?usp=sharing).** Call 510-457-1355 or ping Felicia (@crimson_flowers), Lily (@lilyblep) or Jim/ddz (@ddz7137) on Discord in the event thread if you need to get in or are lost. Make sure to have us added as friends as we don't get notifications for friend requests. A good number of attendees arrive between 11:00-11:30, but people come and go throughout the day, so feel free to show up and leave whenever you like - no need to be there for the whole day. If you text or call us, please give your Meetup/Discord name (some people both call and message on Discord and it's unclear whether we've already picked them up or not). During the day, come find us in Koret Quad, located north of Genentech Hall and east of the Rutter Center (location of Baker fitness center - see map below). After \~ 6 pm, please come to the side entrance (not the main entrance) when you search for 1705 Owens St on Google Maps. You need badge access to enter so contact us to get inside. See [these images](https://imgur.com/a/roVuZ3S) for entrance location and parking details. There will be snacks and drinks and feel free to order food. The area has free and paid parking. Free parking is around a 5 min walk from Genentech Hall (near Mississippi and 17th). Join the [California Clocktower discord](https://discord.gg/ACwrXxtWyY) for more events!

Bollywood Nights at Union Square

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Night** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, community. **5:00 – 6:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **6:00 – 7:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **7:00 – 8:00 PM** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour open dance party. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! Bring your friends, learn some moves, find your groove, find your friends, be a part of a magical community once a month at Union Square. Previous class in 2025 summary joy v[ideo:](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHSENixJaVA&list=RDnHSENixJaVA&start_radio=1) Free class every month on 4th Friday of the Month except in August it will be on August 14th Classes go till end of September Park in garage, Uber over, or take Powell exit on Bart Do come say hello to us so we can welcome you in our La Dolce Vita :)

Bollywood Festive Nights at Union Square

Join us for an unforgettable **Bollywood Night** in the heart of San Francisco at Union Square – rhythm, fun, community. **5:00 – 6:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **6:00 – 7:00 PM** – *30 minute Bollywood* *Dance Lesson* + *Party* — we’ll teach you the steps, the flair, and the fun; then we dance it out together! **7:00 – 8:00 PM** – *Dance Party* — We turn up the music and light up the floor with a 1-hour open dance party. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! Bring your friends, learn some moves, find your groove, find your friends, be a part of a magical community once a month at Union Square. Previous class in 2025 summary joy v[ideo: ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nHSENixJaVA&list=RDnHSENixJaVA&start_radio=1) Free class every month on 4th Friday of the Month except in August it will be on August 14th Classes go till end of September Park in garage, Uber over, or take Powell exit on Bart Do come say hello to us so we can welcome you in our La Dolce Vita :)

East Bay Women's Book Club August Meetup: Yesteryear

Hello, fellow female readers -- The book for the August Meetup is Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke For those of you who are new, I will send out the address to my house by Monday, August 17. Looking forward to gathering together and discussing the book. Bonnie

BINGO Online (Win Prizes!)

**\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET At** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13625#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13625#tix) (Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so the RSVP's shown are just a very small portion attending. We'll have at least 20 registered.) Our last online Bingo Night Party was such a BIG hit, we're doing it again! Do you like to play BINGO or want to just do something different?! Then you will LOVE this event! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live "Bingo" game. You will also get to socialize and make other friends from the comfort of your home. Prizes included Amazon gift cards, free future events and more! This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. You will either need to print or draw out your bingo cards. We will email you with how to get it after registering. You can have more than 1 person on your team as long as they're from your house and use same device. Friends/family around the country can also play. They would just need to also register for a ticket. This event will be held on Zoom which you would access through your computer/webcam, or via your phone/tablet. On day of the event, you will get a secured Zoom link and link to print out Bingo cards. \*RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. Cost: $15-$20 depending on how early you register. **\*TO ATTEND GET TICKET AT -** [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13625#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13625#tix)