Bird Watching San Francisco

Rebirth: A Warm-Water Practice with Aizhan Kadyr

REBIRTH — A Warm-Water Practice What might it feel like to pause, receive support and meet yourself with a little less judgment? Rebirth is an intimate, guided warm-water practice with psychologist and coach Aizhan Kadyr. In a small group of no more than three participants, we will explore the themes of support, trust and a new beginning through embodied experience and reflection. A NEW BEGINNING The practice draws on symbolic imagery of conception, prenatal life and birth as metaphors for beginning again. It is an invitation to explore what these images evoke in the present—not a claim to recover factual prenatal memories or rewrite the past. WHAT WE WILL EXPLORE • Receiving support and noticing how it feels to trust. • Becoming more attentive to bodily sensations and personal boundaries. • Recognizing self-judgment and exploring a kinder relationship with yourself. • Giving personal meaning to the idea of a new beginning for body, mind and soul. This gathering is for those curious about a reflective, body-centered experience in warm water. You are invited to approach it at your own pace, communicate your boundaries and share only what feels comfortable. Experiences differ from person to person; no particular emotional outcome is promised. YOUR FACILITATOR Aizhan Kadyr is a psychologist with 16 years of experience and a Master Coach (ICU). She will guide the practice and the exploration of its themes. EVENT DETAILS Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026 Gathering: 8:30 AM Practice: 9:00–11:00 AM All times are Pacific Time. Venue: 1008 Carolan Ave, Burlingame, CA 94010 Participation: $200 per person, payable on site Group size: 3 participants maximum Bring: a swimsuit and towel (required) Questions: Olga on Telegram https://t.me/Olgabazaleva

When was the last time you played catch?

Toss a baseball, softball, football, volleyball around at Marina Green while meeting good people. No pressure. No teams. Just catch and conversation. Bring yourself and if you have a glove the more the merrier. **Play Catch. Catch Up.**

Thursday Nature Walk - Lobos Valley Overlook (Presidio)

What: A 2.5 mile slow walk with 338 feet of elevation gain. When: Every Thursday at 5:30pm Where: Meet at the Lobos Valley Overlook (just up the hill from the 15th Avenue Presidio entrance) Who: Anyone is welcome! Why: Real life connection...to nature and to the community I live in.

Oakland Master the Art of Portrait Sketching

**📝 An Hour of Sketching, With Feedback on Your Drawing** Sit down at your own table with a pencil and some paper. The class starts at this event's start time, and everyone in the session draws along together. Today's class: **Faces**, portraits: where the features really go, and how to get a likeness. When the class ends, photograph your drawing and send it in. A reviewer looks at your page and writes back with what's working and what to try next. You don't need talent, just a pencil and an hour. **Register through the link below** to book your place in this class. ### [✏️ BOOK YOUR PLACE ✏️](https://sketchhour.vercel.app/product/SketchFaces?city=Oakland&groupurlname=join-our-collective-for-weekly-sketching&productId=400201&startgmtdatetime=2026-10-19T21:00:00Z) --- ✅ **What you get:** - Just a pencil and paper, nothing to buy - A chat shared with the people booked into your session - Feedback on your drawing included, no subscription Your first drawing is an hour away. 📝

49ers vs The Commanders.

Come watch the game in Aeolian's beautiful bar. Bring your own food or Door Dash it. Bring your friends too! Bar opens at 5.

Bayview Hill and Candlestick Point

In January we had a wonderful sunny winter afternoon exploring Candlestick Point in the south east of the city; thanks to an initial suggestion from a regular, we have climbed Bayview Hill three times over the years now. As we were in the area on January, I pondered combining the two features, and that is what we will do on the 24th. Starting from Visitacion Valley we will explore the Greenway, climb the hill, enjoy the views, and then follow the water's edge on the way around the Point. There is some gentle climbing to get us going and one steep climb to get up the hill, plus some dirt as we go around the park. *Bringing water, snacks, and layers for all the microclimates is the way to go.* *These roams are offered by donation. They are one way I am able to pay my rent in San Francisco.* *Punctuality is always appreciated, for the sake of everybody's time. Please send a message on the app before the start if you are running late, and we will either wait (up to ten minutes) of I will direct you on how to catch up. Once we get underway I have to focus on those who are there, and most likely won't respond.* *Generally half the people who sign up don't actually show up on the day. I do track flakiness and remove people who have a poor attendance record. It is discourteous to those on the waitlist who would like to attend.* *Sending me a message explaining that you can't make it is always appreciated.*

Who’s My Match Singles Mixer East Bay | Ages 21 and up

Join us for an exciting evening at Beta Lounge in Berkeley on Thursday, October 29th at 7:00 PM! This in-person event is perfect for singles ages 21 and over looking to connect and mingle in a vibrant atmosphere. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to meet new people and maybe find your perfect match. Come ready to have fun and make meaningful connections! ✨ Event Details ✨ 📅 Date: Thursday, October 29th
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Check-in at 7:00 PM, 7:00PM - 7:30PM - Mingle, Grab a drink, bite, 7:30PM - Mingle to find your designated partner by asking yes-or-no questions
📍 Location: Beta Lounge Bar & Kitchen (2129 Durant Ave, Berkeley, CA) ✨Additional Details✨ * Street parking and Paid Parking lot available * Dedicated Host * Walk-ins welcome * Pet friendly!

Paddleboarding/Kayaking in San Rafael.

Coffee & Kites

Antarctica – Peninsula and South Shetlands

Expedition cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula & South Shetland Islands aboard the USHUAIA. Our Classic Antarctic adventure cruises on board the USHUAIA offer the ultimate introduction to the White Continent. Visit the last pristine region of the world. Land at penguin colonies and research stations and observe various different species of whales, seals, penguins, and seabirds. You will often make two landings a day via our fleet of zodiac craft. Highlights • Visited Places: • Ushuaia • Drake Passage • Antarctic Peninsula • South Shetland Islands Travel Experience: * Spectacular variety of seabirds and amazingly busy penguin colonies * Unique abundance of seals and magnificent whales * Beautifully shaped icebergs and glaciers * Historic places and currently-active research stations Tour Start Ushuaia Tour End Ushuaia Destination Argentina Flights • Arrival: Day01 before 6pm (Flexible) • Return: Day11 anytime after 2pm Airport: Ushuaia (-Malvinas Argentinas Intl. (USH) Meeting Point * The group meets at the arrival airport or at the hotel on Day01. * More details will be provided via group chat on WhatsApp Itinerary Day01 Ushuaia Day02 Depart from Ushuaia Day03 & 04 Crossing the Drake Passage Day05 to 08 Antarctic Peninsula and the South Shetland Islands Day09 &10 Drake Passage, northbound Day11 Arrival in Ushuaia —————————————————————— For a detailed itinerary and to reserve your seat, follow the link below: [https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/antarctica-peninsula-and-south-shetlands/](https://www.bucketlistgrouptravel.com/tour/antarctica-peninsula-and-south-shetlands/) Cost: $8990 (Double Occupancy) $12750 (Single Occupancy) Inclusions Price Includes * 1 Night hotel stay in USHUAIA * Voyage aboard the USHUAIA as indicated in the itinerary. * Standard Twin cabin (Upper / Lower birth) * Standard Triple Cabin (Upper / Lower birth) * All meals throughout the voyage aboard the USHUAIA. * All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by zodiac. * Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff. * All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program. * Comprehensive pre-departure material. * Detailed post-expedition log. Price Excludes * International flights (From/to home) * Travel Insurance * Personal nature expenses on board such as bar and beverage charges and telecommunication charges; and the customary gratuity at the end of the voyages are not included. We suggest that you bring at least US$300 (in small bills). Your account must be settled prior to disembarkation in cash (U.S. Dollar and Euro). We accept only MasterCard and American Express for charges over US$100. However, we can not accept gratuities by credit card. \*The customary gratuity to the ship’s service personnel is made as a blanket contribution at the end of the voyage and is divided among the crew. As a generally accepted guideline, we suggest US$15 per person per day. Questions? Text / Call: 2023787696 - Himanshu - Organizer

Start Your Saturday with Qigong 免费大雁功, 开始美好一天

**Start your Saturday with Qigong** Gentle movement. Mindful breathing. Restored balance. Join our **free weekly sessions** to improve focus, reduce stress, and boost energy. All levels are welcome—perfect for beginners and families! **When & Where** 📍 San Francisco Marina Branch Library – Outdoor Patio *(Between the library and the children’s playground)* 🚍 Short walk from Muni lines 30, 45, 22, 28, and 43 🚗 Free/permit parking at Marina Green Park (12-min walk) **What to Bring** ☀️ Sunscreen, hat, gloves for sun protection 🌧️ Sessions canceled if it rains **Featured on the SF Marina Branch Library calendar:** https://sfpl.org/locations/marina

SF Mission Murals - An Urban Walk (4 miles)

Hi Sweeps. Before the predicted El Nino rains hit, I thought it might be fun to try something different. So .... three of our fellow Sweeps hikers did a dry run of an urban walk through San Francisco's Mission District to look at the many beautiful and thought-provoking street murals. It turned out to be a very fun outing, and I think we can manage a small group to do it as a Sweeps event. We started at the 16th Street Bart Station, walked the street murals (with a pastry and coffee stop at an excellent Russian bakery), and ended with lunch at a Mexican restaurant near the 24th Street Bart Station. So, if you feel up to immersion into San Francisco Mission street culture, please jump on your nearest Bart train and join us at 10am in the 16th Street Mission Bart plaza. When you arrive at the 16th Street Mission Station, leave by the SW exit, and take the escalator up to the plaza. See the photos below for a picture of the start location. The weatherman is currently predicting a nice Monday for us. But if the weather ends up looking threatening, check the MeetUp website before heading out Monday morning to confirm that the event is still on. Here is a sample of some of the murals: [https://photos.app.goo.gl/vLBMwRJZvF4YZcQz7](https://photos.app.goo.gl/vLBMwRJZvF4YZcQz7) LIABILITY WAIVER **By joining The Sweeps Hiking Group for any event, you hereby release it's organizers, hosts and participants from any and all liability, claims, demands or causes of action that you now have, or may have in the future, for illness, injuries, damages, death and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice or information contained herein. By participating in this event, you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers of all liability. It is advisable to consult your doctor before you participate in any physical event or hiking activity. The organizer is not trained for emergency or medical services.