Lego Groups San Francisco

Free Jigsaw Puzzle Night @ Ace Makerspace

Join us for our next FREE puzzle night! This event meets in Suite #206, co-working. Attendees are welcome to bring snacks and drinks to share. At previous events we've finished one \~1000-piece puzzle in about 3-4 hours. Your hosts (Pixie and Jacky) will be providing a few puzzle options for this next event. Check the #coworking channel a week or so before the event to vote on our next puzzle. New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on the Ace makerspace website check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-­profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland. YOU MUST RSVP/PURCHASE TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [www.acemakerspace.org/calendar](https://www.acemakerspace.org/calendar/)

Gambier Plaza & Lego Garden Cleanup

Meet at [Burrows St & Gambier St](https://www.google.com/maps/place/Burrows+St+%26+Gambier+St,+San+Francisco,+CA+94134/@37.7244591,-122.4208821,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x808f7ef27b794009:0x5e1ecd825eb98225!8m2!3d37.7244591!4d-122.4208821!16s%2Fg%2F11h9_gdygx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUwMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D "https://www.google.com/maps/place/Burrows+St+%26+Gambier+St,+San+Francisco,+CA+94134/@37.7244591,-122.4208821,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x808f7ef27b794009:0x5e1ecd825eb98225!8m2!3d37.7244591!4d-122.4208821!16s%2Fg%2F11h9_gdygx?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MDUwMy4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D") to grab our supplies and form our crew. Then, cleaning & gardening will occur from 9:00am to 12:00pm around the neighborhood and park. Sign up on Meetup, this [Civic Joy Fund Mobilize](https://www.mobilize.us/civicjoyfund/event/786624/) page or email info@refuserefusesf.org with event name. \*By participating or registering in a cleanup or volunteer event, I acknowledge and agree to the Civic Joy Fund and Refuse Refuse volunteer waivers: [https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer](https://civicjoyfund.org/volunteer) - [https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver](https://refuserefusesf.org/waiver)

Open House / Open Build / Open Repair Projects Workshop

Our monthly Circuit Launch Oakland "Open House" evening for everyone, fun for the whole family! Join us every third Friday evening of the month: **○ Robot, AI and Electronics Projects:** Start a project, continue a project or discover one here: we provide the space, tools and peer learning – you bring your project and enthusiasm! **○ Repair Projects:** Fixit Clinic's monthly residency at Circuit Launch: bring your repair projects – electronic gadgets, appliances, computers, toys, etc.– for consultation, assessment, disassembly, and possible repair. We’ll provide workspace, specialty tools, and guidance to help you disassemble and troubleshoot your item. First-time repairers and “Fixing Families” are heartily invited. Learn more at [https://www.fixitclinic.org/](https://www.fixitclinic.org/) **○ Tech Topic Discussions and Practice:** join the AI thought leadership practise group for lively conversation: Come share your knowledge -- or your lack thereof: all experience levels welcome. It's definitely worth a visit if you've never been here: tour Circuit Launch and see all the exciting companies and projects in progress. – U18s heartily welcome with a participating adult. – Equipment use outside of the soldering and debugging gear requires certification. Looking forward to seeing you this third Friday!

Bachata Night @ allegro

Strictly Island vibes Bachata room with some Salsa Most of you are missing the island rhythm. Tonight, we'll take you to the classics as well as modern dominican music! 830pm - Dominican Bachata Partnering 930pm - Socials with DJ Ron $15 at the door with Free Dance Lessons

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SATURDAY BACHATA SALSA DANCE PARTY AT ALLEGRO

💃 MAMAJUANA LATIN DANCE SOCIAL – EAST BAY EDITION 🕺 Get ready for an unforgettable night of rhythm, culture, and pure energy! We are bringing the heat to the Allegro Ballroom on Saturday, April 11th. Whether you’re here for the authentic Dominican vibes or the smooth Salsa flow, we’ve got the vibes waiting for you. ✨ THE LINEUP ✨ 💃 JUNIOR BALLROOM: Bachata, Merengue & Salsa 8:00 PM: Bachata Class with Rodchata & Melvi 9:00 PM - Social Dancing - bachata salsa merengue 🌉 WHY YOU CAN'T MISS THIS Experience a unique fusion of Dominican 🇩🇴 and tropical dances right here in the Bay Area. From the Mamajuana energy to the non-stop social dancing, this is the place to be for every dance lover. 📍 Location: 12012 San Pablo Ave, Richmond / El Cerrito ⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 12:30 AM 💲 Cost: $15 at the Door (Only $12 Online!) 🎟️ GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY & SAVE: Click here for Online Tickets @ [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bachata-salsa-party-in-east-bay-tickets-1995788166130?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bachata-salsa-party-in-east-bay-tickets-1995788166130?aff=oddtdtcreator) 🔥 Tag your dance partner below! 🔥 Invite your crew and share the event! 🎉 Let’s make this a SOLD OUT night! #MamajuanaDanceSocial #EastBayDance #Bachata #Salsa #BayAreaEvents #DominicanVibes #DanceLife

Puzzical Chairs at Public Market

This event is to attend Assemble Puzzlery's Puzzical Chairs at Public Market Emeryville on Wednesday August 12. Puzzical Chairs is a low-key mixer where you work on a puzzle in a group of 4 and after a set amount of time you get up and move to a new table with a new puzzle and a new group of people. The game requires registration and spaces fill up. There is also free, drop-in community puzzling and a swap table. For more info visit Assemble Puzzlery's [webpage](https://assemblepuzzlery.com/collections/puzzical-chairs-at-best-friends-7-12-26-copy). Puzzling is a great, low-stress, way to mix and mingle and make new friends!

Gilman Brewing Company

FREE Electronics Night @ Ace Makerspace

Join others in our well-appointed electronics lab for a hosted, free-style night of electronics exploration and tinkering. **Class type:** Exposure **Class Level:** All **Class Length:** 2 Hours **Location:** Upstairs Suite #214, Electronics Lab **Prerequisites:** None **Age:** 10+ **At Open Lab you can:** * Get help with your electronics projects including program microcontrollers * Learn a new skill like how to solder or how to use tools like Oscilloscopes * Get help getting started with electronics for repair, special projects, art, or cosplay * Access tools and supplies to repair electronics in small appliances and electronic devices * Your hosts have a variety of skills and access to tons of resources all in a well-appointed electronics lab set up for social distancing. New Guests must [sign up for a FREE Guest Account and sign their liability waiver](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) before this event starts. Add the FREE account on the Ace makerspace website check out or sign up here → [FREE Guest Account](https://www.acemakerspace.org/product/guest-account/) Ace Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-­profit member-supported organization. All proceeds support Ace Makerspace and help us serve over 1200 people a year with innovative programs, equitable access to makerspace resources, and more creative, self-reliant communities in Oakland. YOU MUST PURCHASE OR RSVP YOUR TICKETS THROUGH THE ACE MAKERSPACE WEBSITE: [Electronics Night – Ace Makerspace](https://www.acemakerspace.org/event/electronics-night-5-14-25/)

5MoF & 10MoG Talks: 5 Minutes of Fame & 10 Minutes of Game

Happening in the space Let's share all of the cool things we've working on! 5MoF, or 5 Minutes of Fame, is where hackers get the opportunity to present what they've been working on to an audience of fellow hackers and curious, awesome people. With enough people, we generally let everyone get to speak, but given we can talk about our things forever, there will definitely be an after-hours hangout sesh. No need to bring a project, just come and get inspired! * **WIKI PAGE & Speaker Signup Info:** [http://noisebridge.net/wiki/5mof](http://noisebridge.net/wiki/5mof) * **DISCORD Signup & Planning:** [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Discord](https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Discord) * **Discord Channel:** #5mof-5-minutes-of-fame **10 MINUTES OF GAME:** We are starting a new GDC-style speaker series to feature gaming enthusiasts and game developers passionate about their favorite games, their creation experiences, and gaming as a medium. * **WHEN:** 10MoG will start at 6PM before every 5MoF and is open to anyone who wants to talk about gaming or game development! * **Discord Channel:** #5mof-5-minutes-of-fame * **Wiki Page:** [https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Ten_Minutes_of_Game](https://www.noisebridge.net/wiki/Ten_Minutes_of_Game)

Thursday Casual Clay Night

Looking to get your hands dirty on a Thursday night with some pottery? Pre-register and bring your friends for our Casual Clay evening. Acceptable from beginners that just want to try working with clay to more experienced potters wanting to hand build. Email clay@stickyartlab.com to register. UPDATED PRICING FOR 2026: Pricing is $40 for the first person, and $35 for each additional person in your group. This includes the firing fee and second session to glaze your pieces. Space is limited, so reserve your spot today!

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.