Anime Clubs San Francisco

East Bay Open Meetup

\*\*RSVPs do not reflect actual attendance...event is listed on multiple sites 21+ only The East Bay Open Meetup is a monthly gathering of friendly folk from in and around the East Bay. This is primarily a social gathering for those who are interested in polyamory, non-monogamy, open relationships and/or BDSM/kink, or who enjoy the company of others who do. \*\*\* NOTE: This event is a friendly, inclusive, T.R.A.S.H. free space. Transphobia, Racism, Ableism, Sexism and/or Homophobia are not welcome and will not be tolerated \*\*\*

SF Bay Area Interactive Fiction Group Meetup

We'll talk about what we're playing and what we're working on, and discuss our plans for world domination. (This agenda is tentative. If you have suggestions for what to play or talk about at the meetup, please post a comment!) For the foreseeable future, we're operating as a hybrid event, where you can meet us in person and online! (Please attend wearing a mask. If wearing a mask is an issue for you, you can always attend via Zoom!) https://us06web.zoom.us/j/97894693608

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.

National Animal Rights Day 2026 San Francisco

SFVS is joining the National Animal Rights Day (NARD) 16 in San Francisco! 🐾 This animal rights activism event will include: ● A Rally featuring esteemed speakers on the subject of animal rights. ● A March in support of the progress that is being made towards getting non-human animals legal rights to help end their suffering and promote their freedom. ● A Memorial Ceremony to commemorate the billions of animals who die every year by human hands. Follow us for more details to be announced: 🌐 www.thenard.org 🌐 @nationalanimalrightsday TENTATIVE DETAILS: Location: Civic Center Plaza in San Francisco behind City Hall When: Sunday, June 7th from 1-3pm Event Schedule (subject to minor adjustments): • 12:00–1:00 PM: Setup • 1:00–2:30 PM: Rally with opening remarks and speeches • 2:30–2:45 PM: Sidewalk march around Civic Center Plaza with chants and brief symbolic stops • 2:45–3:00 PM: Memorial ceremony with imagery, ceremonial statements and closing reflections • 3:00 PM: Celebration with vegan anthem premiere. • 3:00–4:00 PM: Breakdown and cleanup Contact Alice Dee at alicedee1@hotmail.com with inquiries. Event by The National Animal Rights Day - USA and We Care About Animals \* Please note that this is a community led event; it is not an official SFVS event \*

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.**

Frolic

June Book Club

I Love Boosters (2026)

**Join us for I Love Boosters, a "raucous capitalist critique" from Oakland-based writer-director Boots Riley on Saturday, May 23 at AMC Kabuki. Show starts at 7:15pm.** Please buy your ticket in advance. We will meet outside (or inside depending on the weather) at 7:00pm for quick intros and again after the show to gather before walking to a nearby bar/restaurant for discussion. Location for the after movie discussion is TBD but we will be near the Japan Center so we have plenty of options for food & drink. See you there or to quote a popular song, Shoplifters of the World Unite!

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!**

Japanese-English language exchange Berkeley

Make international friends & speak in Japanese and English. Members of all ages, from university students to working adults, are welcome to participate. 現役の大学生から社会人まで幅広い年齢の方が参加します。 どなたでも参加可能です！ 是非お越し下さい！お待ちしております。 Please order a drink directly upon arrival to participate (beer or soft drinks etc.)

Ace Makerspace Tour

This tour goes all the way through the 6 rooms at Ace! Your tour guide will take you through all the basics and can provide help signing up as a member. Please DO NOT arrive more than 5 min. early or late as we will not be able to accommodate extra tours or early starts. Please note that there are stairs involved. If you get here really early there is a beer garden on the corner that serves a great pint or lemonade. YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/)