Documentary Screenings San Francisco

Sundays Pick-Up Soccer in Marina Green

Lace up your cleats and join us for a pickup soccer game every Sunday at Marina Green. All skill levels are welcome — come enjoy the bay views, get a good workout, and meet some new people. Bring water, sunscreen, and cleats. * Day: Every Sunday * Time: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM * Location: Marina Green * Format: Casual pickup, teams mixed up each week. Skill levels vary, but everyone's respectful and just there to have fun. * Age Range: 18–55 * What to Bring: Cleats, water, black and white t-shirt Important: Don't rely on this Meetup listing for final game details. Exact times, locations, player counts, and live updates are managed in our WhatsApp group.

Free Film Screening - Change Not Charity: Americans With Disabilities Act

We are excited that you will be joining us for a special screening of this acclaimed PBS American Experience documentary and a panel discussion on how the movement is fighting today and the monumental change made with the passing of the ADA We will have a reception followed by the screening, then a live panel discussion with disability activists and changemakers. Panel will be moderated by Arlene Mayerson and feature: - Jim LeBrecht, Filmmaker, disability rights activist, Director of ‘Change Not Charity’ and Academy Award-nominated film ‘Crip Camp’ - UC Berkeley Disability Justice activists RSVP is Requested: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd_m7Xxi_mT9rLJjgjUxOQr7_Lx-hnL6RZxr7CQZC7xxfiO4g/viewform Event Website Link: https://events.berkeley.edu/events/event/335557-change-not-charity-americans-with-disabilities-act

Change Not Charity: Americans With Disabilities Act - Free Film Screening

The Land Returns: Free Film Screening & Discussion

The 32nd Annual Brainwash Movie Festival

## The 2026 Brainwash Shows Continue: ## A rarefied and unique event: Screening the weird, unusual and significantly great (but, probably, unheralded) movies of the world for the past 30 years. Every season, the Brainwash Movie Festival screens new movies, gives awards and now going online, too! Join us! Come on out for the shows! Nothin’ like it! ## **Fri., Nov. 13th, 2026** Externalities – *Dan McHale* 2:35 I Was Here – *José Crúzio, Martin Gerigk* 5:00 Kind Procedures – *Marco Santos* 2:54 Couch Ghosts – *Jiaxin Zheng* 5:09 Our 250th Anniversary – *Mary Vollero* 3:30 Mainline My Funk – *Black Shoe Polish Gerry Fialka & Tyler Bartram* 3:07 Lia: Body of Work – *Susan Weiss* 14:48 INVISIBLE WOUNDS – *Torsten Lang, Michael Durden* 1:17 Only Yesterday Has a Name – *Liana Vrajitoru Andreasen* 37:40 The Eye In Nothing – *Michael Edwards* 5:43 ### [Event info. and tickets on STRIDE for the Dresher Ensemble Studio shows 11/13, 14/2026 @ $12 each night or $20 for both](https://www.strideevents.com/the-32nd-annual-brainwash-movie-festival/event-information)

Free Film Screening & Discussion :The Land Returns

Across the United States, a growing grassroots movement is bringing Indigenous nations, local communities, and unexpected allies together to return ancestral lands to their original stewards. The Land Returns explores three remarkable stories: the Pawnee Nation’s return to its Nebraska homelands through a private land donation; the return of a sacred island in northern California to the Wiyot people; and ongoing efforts by the Arapaho and Cheyenne to regain land in Colorado’s Boulder Valley. The documentary extends the exhibition’s exploration of land ownership, competing claims, and the changing relationships between people and place in the American West. These hopeful stories highlight how partnerships and local action are creating new opportunities for Indigenous nations to reclaim land and strengthen their connections to ancestral homelands. The screening is followed by a reception and discussion with the filmmaker and the mak’warep Land Trust Website Link: https://events.berkeley.edu/events/event/337453-the-land-returns-film-screening-discussion

BASH- Bay Area & Sacramento Short Film Festival 2026- Part 1 S2- PLUS

Bay Area and Sac Short Films Festival, PLUS- Challenge Filmmakers, Actors, and Writers Compete!!!.. with NETWORKING! THIS EVENT WILL SELL OUT- Get Tickets WELL IN ADVANCE! For More Info or GET TICKETS TODAY[ ](https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/bash-bay-area-and-sacramento-short-film-festival--2026)[CLICK HERE](https://www.mmtb.org/festival) SEE OUR ANNUAL CALENDAR FOR ALL OUR EVENTS THIS YEAR [event.mmtb.org](http://event.mmtb.org)

Profs & Pints San Francisco: The World Mount Vesuvius Buried

[Profs and Pints San Francisco](https://www.profsandpints.com/sfbayarea) presents: **“The World Mount Vesuvius Buried,”** on what we’re learning by the uncovering of ancient Roman towns buried in volcanic ash, with Michael Anderson, a professor of Classical archaeology at San Francisco State University who has spent nearly 30 years studying and excavating Pompeii. [Tickets must be purchased online, at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/presidio-vesuvius](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/presidio-vesuvius) .] The cataclysmic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE entombed towns, farms, and villas in ash and debris, dooming those around at the time but preserving for future generations a unique and invaluable window onto Roman and Pre-Roman daily life. Learn about the fascinating finds of archeologists at work there with Michael Anderson, director of the Via Consolare Project excavations of ancient Pompeii, author of *Space, Movement and Visibility in Pompeian Houses*, and co-author of *House of the Surgeon, Pompeii: Excavations in the Casa del Chirurgo.* He’ll discuss how what Vesuvius buried was lost and largely forgotten for centuries, and how the discovery and early excavation of these sites in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries would transform forever the disciplines of art history and archaeology. It also greatly enriched our understanding of ancient Roman daily life, a process that continues to this day, making Pompeii the longest continuously excavated site in the world. Evidence from these sites has provided some of the clearest answers to questions about what life was really like for both the rich and the poor in ancient Italy in Roman times. Dr. Anderson will discuss what we’ve learned through the unearthing of houses and wall paintings, as well as the remains of graffiti, bakeries, clothes cleaners, and taverns and of evidence of politics, elections, and graffiti. What was it like to experience a cataclysmic volcanic eruption? Did anyone escape? We’ll explore the impact of the eruption on the nearby settlements of Pompeii and Herculaneum using evidence from Pliny the Younger’s eyewitness account combined with scientific study of the bodies of those who perished and the traces left by those who may have escaped. Finally, we’ll look at what is still being excavated and why. We will examine recent—and, in some cases, still unpublished—discoveries from active and on-going excavations. You’ll learn how these sites continue to enrich our understanding of ancient life nearly two thousand years ago, not only during the sites’ final years and hours but throughout the sites’ long histories from foundation to destruction. The event takes place at a great community space and new Profs and Pints venue, The Dairy at the Sports Basement Presidio. (Advance tickets: $13.50 plus processing fees. Door price: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: A cast of a corpse of a Mt. Vesuvius eruption victim at Pompeii’s “Garden of the Fugitives” archaeological site. (Photo by Daniele Florio / Wikimedia Commons.)

Diwali Celebration: Time of Transformation

Step into a vibrant evening of reflection, togetherness, and cultural harmony. Diwali marks the triumph of light over darkness and wisdom over ignorance. In today’s changing world, "Time of Transformation" invites us to awaken our inner light and foster peace across all communities and traditions. **Event Highlights:** * Inspiring reflections and interfaith prayers * **Special Guest: BK Gayatri Naraine**, UN Representative, Brahma Kumaris (NY) * “**The Traveler's Search**” - a Theatrical Performance written and directed by **Dr. Andrei Antokhin** (University of San Francisco) * Artistic Performances and Live Music * Guided Meditation * Vegetarian dinner & warm community connections **Event Details**: * REGISTRATION REQUIRED * Doors open 5:00 PM * Everyone welcome to attend * Festive/Formal attire * No prior meditation experience required Come and celebrate this sacred and joyous evening with us! Voluntary contributions welcome ([Credit Card](https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-brahma-kumaris-san-francisco-for-spiritual-services), [PayPal](https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=L2FJZ2ZGYSVFG), Venmo @bkwsosf).

🎈🎈Language and Cultural Exchange Event! Berkeley! November 14th@ Cellarmaker

Welcome! Participate with us on Saturday for a cultural and language exchange. This event will be hosted by native Spanish speakers, however, all languages are welcome! Spend your Saturday afternoon connecting with international friends and fun interactions. Look for the table with the Red balloons 🎈

Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions

[The Board Walks](http://www.theboardwalks.com/) are for curious people who love deep conversations. If that sounds like you, **bring a thoughtful topic** and join us for a 5-mile walk (10,000+ steps!). **HOW IT WORKS** **Step 1: Bring a topic** Before you arrive, think of **one** topic you want to explore. A question. A thought that's been on your mind. An obsession you want to geek out on. This is your ticket to the event. **Step 2: Circle up & share** We gather in a circle. Your friendly walk host gives a speech to set the tone. Everyone shares: your name, what you're grateful for, and your topic. That's it. 60 seconds. **Step 3: Walk, talk & float** We walk 5 miles. You naturally drift into conversation with 2-3 people at a time, pulled by topics that spark your curiosity. When you're ready to move on, just say: "I'm going to float!" **Step 4: Feel more alive** Two hours flies by. You're back where you started — but you feel different. More alive. More energized. More connected to yourself and others. That's why regulars join 20+ times. *For more details, read our [Orientation Guide.](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation)* **HOW TO BRING A GREAT TOPIC** A great topic = something you're genuinely curious about. Recent topics include: * "What are you passionate about right now?" * "What makes a good friend?" * "What's a belief you used to hold that you've completely changed?" * "How do you want to be remembered?" * "What would you do if money wasn't a factor?" Think of your topic like the dish you're bringing to our conversational potluck. If everyone brings an A+ dish (i.e. energizing, uplifting, expansive), we'll all walk away feeling lighter and brighter. **WHAT TO EXPECT** This isn't a fitness event with casual chitchat. It's a walking think tank where we explore life's big questions together, beyond small talk. *If you're looking for light banter or a standard networking event, this probably isn't the right fit.* But if you crave depth, genuine connection, and conversations that make you feel alive? You'll love it here. **FAQ** * Wear casual athletic attire and sneakers. It's a long walk! * We have multiple first-timers at each event. We work hard to create a welcoming, inclusive, clique-free space. * We welcome people of **all** ages, backgrounds, and industries who align with the [intention](https://www.theboardwalks.com/ground-rules) of this space. * Rain or shine, we've been out here nearly every week since July 2022. If the event is cancelled, we'll let you know. * Dogs, babies in strollers, parents, and friends are welcome — please text/email them the event link so they can RSVP and prepare a topic! **LOGISTICS** * If you'll arrive over 10 minutes late, we suggest skipping the event. It's hard to find us once we start walking, and your host can't answer messages during the event. * This walk is designed for everyone to *move together at the same steady pace* (about 20 min/mile). This format works best when the whole group moves in unison. If you have mobility limitations, we kindly encourage you to find an event better suited to your needs. * Read our [Orientation Guide](https://www.theboardwalks.com/orientation) for full details. * If you enjoy the event, send **[this](http://www.theboardwalks.com/)** to a friend or sign up for our **[newsletter](https://theboardwalks.beehiiv.com/)**. We're in multiple cities with more on the way. 🤠👋 **IF YOU WANT TO GO DEEPER...** [The Board](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board) is the next step: a high-trust collective for renaissance people devoted to creating, connecting, and building lives that light us up. * This is a global HQ for people who crave big talk, deep connection, and dream collaborations with people across industries. If the walks feel like a spark... The Board is the fire. Apply [here](https://stan.store/ellebeecher/p/the-board).

Skeptics in a REAL Pub

**WHAT: Skeptics in a Real Pub** In last Tuesday’s election reporting, networks mentioned nothing about support for science, global health efforts, climate change, the environment, or the appointment of non-experts to technical leadership positions. ¿Why do you suppose that was? Enjoy an evening of socializing and feasting with fellow Bay Area science-forward folk in an Irish Pub on the Peninsula with great food. < **[Menu](https://www.fiddlersgreenmillbrae.com/menu)** > Please join us! This is a free event open to all. **WHEN:** Tuesday September 8, 7-9:30 PM **WHERE:** **Fiddlers Green**, 333 El Camino Real, Millbrae. Accessible by Caltrain, BART, Bus, & Bicycle. **HOW:** Click **[HERE](https://maps.app.goo.gl/i7oGqww8xNnQomVL9)** if you can offer a ride or would like a ride to & from Fiddlers Green.