Clubs San Francisco

Great Music Belongs to Everyone

The **Golden Gate Symphony Orchestra & Chorus** has always believed that great music shouldn't be reserved for a single concert hall — and this spring, that belief takes center stage. Maestro Urs Leonhardt Steiner leads the full orchestra and chorus in two Bay Area performances of Carl Orff's iconic Carmina Burana, paired with Vivaldi's Gloria and excerpts from The Four Seasons. **Featuring:** Gabrielle Goozee-Nichols, Soprano; Anne Richnavsky, Soprano; Hilary Hecht, Soprano; Alodiah Lunar, Mezzo-Soprano; Jack Wilkins, Tenor; Harlan Hays, Baritone **Special Guests:** Areté Singers · Golden Gate Boys Choir · San Francisco Boys Chorus · Voena Children's Choir The program continues this summer at Festival Scuol Classics in Scuol, Switzerland.

Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo!

**Join us in Dolores Park to discuss Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo! Exact location in Dolores will be updated day of. Feel free to bring a blanket, chair, drinks, snacks, sunscreen, etc.**

⚽ UEFA Soccer Champions League Final Watch Party Oakland— PSG vs Arsenal

The biggest day in club football is almost here, and we're bringing the stadium atmosphere to Ben & Nick's! Join us for the UEFA Champions League Final as Paris Saint-Germain takes on Arsenal in what promises to be an unforgettable clash. Whether you're a die-hard Gunners supporter, a PSG faithful, or just a lover of beautiful football — this is the place to be. We'll have every angle covered on our screens, the drinks flowing, and the energy high from kickoff to the final whistle. Come early, grab your seat, and be part of history. 📅 **Event Details** * **Doors Open:** 8:30 AM * **Venue:** Ben & Nick's * **Dress:** Rep your club colors with pride! * **Admission:** Free to attend **What to expect** * Live match broadcast on multiple screens * Full bar open from doors * Food available throughout the morning * A crowd that lives and breathes the game **A heads up** — seating is first come, first served, so we strongly recommend arriving when doors open at 8:30 AM. This is a Champions League Final — it WILL fill up. *All are welcome. Good vibes. Great football.* **See you there!** 🏆

June Book Club

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

**Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park 🎉** Join Rang De Bollywood for some high-energy, outdoor, bollywood fun! This event is sure to leave you feeling loved, lighter, and delighted in excitement after every session. 🌈 Open to all ages, all levels, all backgrounds. ✨ Come casual or dressed, no pressure! 🎁 Free to attend – just bring your joy, your people, and your dancing feet! 🚶🏼‍♂️‍➡️Register for free so we can prepare at rang.eventbrite.com 🕔 5:30 – 7:00 PM – we’ll start with a beginner friendly dance lesson, followed by an open dance party! 💫 This is a repeating event, happening every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, May through October and you can register for as many dates as you like. Register now: [rang.eventbrite.com](http://rang.eventbrite.com) **About Rang De Bollywood** Hailing from the dream dance city of Mumbai and Amritsar, which is also home to Bollywood and Holy Vibes, our energetic, charismatic, and fun dance instructors-performers-entertainers, Manpreet (Certified in Indian Folk by India's Best and also an author) and Amit (percussionist, actor, dancer), have spread Indian dance music and moves across the length and breadth of India, USA, and Europe. Their recent performances were at National Center of Performing Arts in Mumbai and Herbst Theater in San Francisco. **Important Notes:** * Enter through transit center building and take the elevator to rooftop. We will be close to the elevator. * No solicitors allowed. * Classes might be video taped for marketing purposes. * All choreographies are Copyrighted and Original Works of Manpreet Komal/Rang De Bollywood. *"I recently had the pleasure of attending Manpreet’s Bollywood dance class, and I must say, it was an absolute blast! Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer, this class caters to everyone's skill level. The highlight of the class was undoubtedly her teaching style. With a knack for breaking down complex steps into manageable chunks, even the most intricate routines felt attainable. The pacing was just right, ensuring that beginners didn't feel overwhelmed while keeping experts engaged. Highly recommend!" — Kavneet Bindra* **We can't wait to dance together, see you soon!**

June Book Club: Romantic Comedy

Let’s kick off summer with a fun romance! For the next meet up in June, we’ll be reading Romantic Comedy by Curtis Sittenfeld. The Marin library system has plenty of copies available. Happy reading!

Chess + Jazz = the best Monday: FiDi Chess Club Night ♟️ by SV Chess Community

♟️ **This isn’t your typical chess meetup** Every week **20+ people** show up We play in bars. We bring the vibes. Whether you’re a total beginner or a blitz addict—this is your place. ➡️ **Want to officially join the SVCC community?** Sign up before the event → [sv-chess.com/community/registration](https://sv-chess.com/community/registration) 🫱 Hosted by your **CVO (Chief Vibes Officer) TJ** – expect high energy, good convos, and games with people who love chess and community just as much as you do. **SV Chess Community = Chess + People + Vibes** We’re the **largest social chess community in NorCal**, bringing people together across the Bay through the love of the game. 🧩 **What to expect**: – Chill blitz & casual games – No judgment, no pressure—just good vibes – Great convo, good drinks, and new friends – Boards provided—just show up and play 🍻 All games happen at the bar. Didn’t sign up ahead of time? No worries—we’ll help you join at the event. **Join the movement. Make your move. We’ll see you over the board.** 📲 Follow us on Instagram → [@sv_chess_community](https://www.instagram.com/sv_chess_community/) 🌐 Learn more → [sv-chess.com/community/about](https://sv-chess.com/community/about) 📝 Register now → [sv-chess.com/community/registration](https://sv-chess.com/community/registration)

ONLINE LIVE- Are you Brighter than a 6th grader? Trivia

**\*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT - [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix)** Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register. (\*Multiple Meetup groups are co-organizing so RSVP's shown are just a small % attending. ABOUT: Do you know more than 6th Graders! Here is your opportunity to have some fun playing our Live interactive trivia game (Categories will be History, English/literature, Geography, Science, Math, Potpori). HOW IT WORKS: You can attend via a computer & Webcam or Smartphone/Ipad/Tablet. This completely online event will be LIVE and you will be able to see and hear the other participants while playing. In addition you get to meet and interact with other participants. At game time, your host will read off Trivia questions. Your goal is to come up with the right answer to each question and write it down on your paper. Once the round is over (about 6 questions), we will go through the answers and determine who had the highest score for the round. They will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a prize at the end of the event. We will have multiple rounds of play and have a system to also virtually introduce you to other participants. HOW DO YOU FIND THE VIRTUAL ROOM: After you purchase your ticket, you will get a confirmation with the zoom link ON DAY OF THE EVENT. RSVPS ON HERE ARE NOT REFLECTIVE OF ACTUAL ATTENDANCE as this is a multi group event. **\*TO ATTEND REGISTER AT - [https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix](https://www.socialevents123.com/event-details.aspx?id=13390#tix)** Cost: $15- $20 depending on how early you register.

Costa Rica Eco Adventure: Waterfalls, Snorkeling, Zip lines, Rafting, Volcanoes!

***¡¡¡ Pura Vida !!!*** Come alone, leave with friends! This is what Meetup is all about. Being able to join and do what you wanted to do . . just not alone. We are going to Costa Rica for 9 nights/10 days of exploration and tropical adventures. . . . **Best Meetup ever!**! To see how fun it is . . . Here are photos from when we did go before [https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9](https://photos.app.goo.gl/cswRyeNZp1r6WW9t9) Costa Rica is a playground for the adventurous and an eco-tourist's dream! It is an unspoiled tropical paradise. * Beautiful beaches * Rainforest biodiversity * Misty volcanoes * Roaring rivers * Lush jungles * Exotic flora and fauna * And more!! **And we are going there to enjoy it, learn about it and make memories of a lifetime!** This event is a true Meetup. We are creating it from scratch, and bringing like-minded people together on this adventure. Along the way making lifelong memories and friendships. Together . . . let’s make a Meetup to remember! * Hike around the base of the Arenal Volcano * Selvatura Zip Line Canopy Tour * Guided visit to Finca Luna Nueva Farm * Caño Negro Refuge Tour/Visit * Rio Frio Wildlife Refuge Boat Tour * Hanging Bridges Walking Tour * Ecotermales Hot Springs * Monteverde Night Walk Tour * Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve Tour (daytime) * River Floating Tour * Tamarindo Beach * Sunset Sailing * Snorkeling Tour * And more! For a detailed Day By Day itinerary **[Click Here](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)**[ to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8) **Land Tour cost $3350 per person, double occupancy** (we match roommates for those traveling solo, and most of us are doing just that). If you want your own room: **Solo occupancy additional $950** The only way to secure your spot for this meetup is a $300 deposit that is refundable up to 90 days before departure. **[Click here for secure deposit link](https://www.paypal.com/instantcommerce/checkout/24X2UREP9XPKC)** When you make a deposit be sure to fill out this [ATTENDEES FORM](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/11uywUNCIB5ONrpZ-gU_4mk3bvpc4p_nhhL3ewsbkC5A/edit)**.** As we mentioned, . . . the cost is $3350. This is for the "Land" portion only. Airfare is not included. This gives you the flexibility to have a flight with timing that works best for you. Or to use points/miles. I can also help arranging your airfare. To receive an offer, **[CLICK HERE and send me a message.](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** **What is Included in this trip:** * **9 Nights hotel accommodation** * **9 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 2 dinners.** * **Meet & Greet at the airport.** * **Pick-up from airport to our hotel, and hotel to airport at the end of the trip** * **Transportation throughout the trip** * **Private naturalist English speaking tour guide** * **All entrance fees and tours mentioned in the itinerary day-by-day description** * **Daily water bottles for the group** * **Hotel and Added Value Tax** Does not include: ***x*** *International Airfare* ***x*** *Meals other than specified* ***x*** *Optional Tours* ***x*** *All items of personal nature (telephone calls, Laundry, room service, etc.)* ***x*** *Tipping for tour guides and drivers* **Want more info?** **[Click Here to fill out our info request form](https://forms.gle/cQdqYw74gAYqphXX8)** **OR** **RSVP to the event with your email to receive additional info.** **OR** **[CLICK HERE to send me a message](https://secure.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=14363992)** Whatever is easiest for you! *Still have questions?* **We do a Q & A Zoom once a month.** **[CLICK HERE](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/296044209/)** for our Q & A Zoom. RSVP on that event to get a reminder for the zoom. [Click here for the ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)**[MAIN ](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/288444641/)[location of this event on Meetup](https://www.meetup.com/moretoexplore/events/305233138/)** RSVP there to post any discussion and to get notice of any comments and discussions. As well as any updates and reminders **We believe in good decent social.** **SOT 2000318-10** **[Click Here to see all our other events](https://www.meetup.com/CulturalArts/Events)**

Cat Club in SF on Thursdays, no cover before 9:30, $1 wells til 10pm, 80's music

Party Like it's the '80s EVERY THURSDAY AT THE CAT CLUB Free before 9:30. $1 well drinks until 10pm are here to stay. Open every Thursday night at the Cat Club in San Francisco there are 2 floors for dancing. The front room is mostly about 80's pop, rock and one hit wonders with DJ's Damon and Steve Washington. The back room features more of the underground 80's sound such as Gothic, Industrial, Synth-Pop/Electro sounds as spun by Dangerous Dan and Special Guests. Open from 9pm - 3am. Cover is only $6 - FREE before 9:30 - (except on special events). You must be over 21 to come down. No real dress code, but we highly encourage you to dig out some old 80's rags... Every Thursday DJ's Damon, Steve Washington, Dangerous Dan, Low-life, Skip, and other guests With your host - Randy Maupin $1 Wells B4 10pm The Cat Club on Thursday Nights 9:00pm - 3:00am Free B4 9:30 1190 Folsom @ 8th - SF / 21+

Euro Mingle – June 6

Meet European expats and other internationally-minded people over drinks. These convivial social gatherings are relaxed, intimate, and fun. A wide range of Euro friends attend: singles, couples, and all ages. Reservations close after count reaches 120, however attendance is still possible at a "walk-in" fee rate of $10. Details at [RSVPs, Guests, and Attendance Fees](https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/1De48Mzn2rVgjMP2HXW8zFhmIfJ24tAYB64FPdWjp9hk/pub). **Venue opens at 5pm.** Check in at the BAFOE welcome table to receive your Friends of Europe name badge – *your passport to mingling!* The attendance fee, which covers the group’s operating expenses, is payable at check-in, in cash (preferred – *ideally two dollar bills!*) or via Venmo. **Legal:** By attending BAFOE events, you are confirming that you have read, understood and accepted the following: [Legal Disclaimer and Liability Information](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vRICQbRpIiHAkySl29II1QB1BQSe4ywejo_-HeVSuES7wBtgQhz3KFSfNgsIJbGdidhygeHO-RCdnlC/pub). **More info**: [What to expect at Friends of Europe Mingles](https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSQX720KsiicGVC4w1GifYV_bjiLhVKBPEXnRpIfxheFrreLJEFYSc2d-3OiL8sHwnPnUF4qx23HLQG/pub).

Southern Marin Toastmasters, Club 1441, Corte Madera, CA

**Southern Marin Toastmasters, Club 1441** **is a friendly, fun, and supportive club** to help build your confidence and improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Become a more confident and competent speaker and leader as you grow your skills with us. **We meet in-person every Wednesday from 7pm – 8:45pm at the Corte Madera Town Center Community Room, 770 Tamalpais Drive, 2nd Floor Rm 201, Corte Madera, CA 94925**. (Across from Philz Coffee) For more information, please visit our website: [https://1441.toastmastersclubs.org](https://1441.toastmastersclubs.org/) All members and guests have the opportunity to participate in a “Table Topics" session, the extemporaneous/impromptu speaking portion of the meeting where you have a short predetermined time to reply to a themed question. No preparation needed to visit our meetings. *We invite you to come to (3) three complimentary meetings* to learn more about how you can grow your speaking and leadership skills with us. Currently our club is at capacity, after 3 (three) complimentary visits you will be added to our waitlist. We look forward to having you join us soon! Southern Marin Toastmasters, Club 1441