Activity Groups San Francisco

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).

Meetup: ALL THE DOGS ARE FREE! Celebration of Ridglan Farms Shutting Down

Ridglan Farms is finally shutting down and by the date of this Meetup the last \~150 beagles will have left their cages to begin their new lives! This historic win for animals follows nearly 10 years of activism, dedication, and hard work by numerous individuals and organizations! In 2017 Direct Action Everywhere investigated and exposed for the first time what Ridglan was doing to dogs. Over the years, various local organizations like Dane4Dogs formed in Wisconsin to fight for the Ridglan dogs and other national groups like the Animal Activist Legal Defense Project and Big Dog Ranch Rescue joined our efforts. People once laughed at the idea that we would ever save the Ridglan dogs, but now they will all be safe, happy and free. Let's celebrate! Come hang out with some of the Ridglan rescues, enjoy vegan cake, and hear from Zoe Rosenberg about the history of this campaign. Fresh coffee, tea, and a delicious plant-based brunch will be provided at the Meetup as well! **Where:** Berkeley Animal Rights Center West (2414 6th St, Berkeley) **When:** Saturday, August 22nd 11am-12:30pm **What:** Community hangout and presentation \- ARC West is a 30 minute walk from North Berkeley BART and only a 10 minute walk from the 51B bus stop at University and 6th St\. \- Dogs that like other dogs are welcome at this event\! \- There will be plant\-based brunch and coffee\, donations accepted \- If you cannot join in person\, you can join at 11:15am on Zoom at this link: [dxe.io/meetupzoom](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fmeetupzoom%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExenhTSjRYbU1sZmVhUm5LbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7XSfInQn6f2rrRQ_QR1aS5UCdpytoXYrZyxF10qjtkBPQelsdvOgzvmHmSow_aem_BQtnrCuN44HrmVxJWeyCMw&h=AUCkhd8RYXAM50J7I4uJCzh4v6G2EV_exVMYUZXSjoji-TaMr99s-SqkGkD2qFsY8y16UVgaYeY6Q9h1Jvljrs7iL7nXIMOXAbddGZz2NJ-qoBZWkjT299qOesuQaPo-uREMoIp9Fmgt1J2T-Dqxh0UuPg1oTKEN&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUBeQKoVcIXREEgpSqAtlXLBJerG5FZI381NYnoQ4k71ASVatycg7s0DocKDnW90VXDhznYhA6_EGljTLjs22yv-NF3LxEsOhZ2yNlrKA6T6USrSxZ27uZ78kdxJZQj61wxG1lBJwuRTZGbY0LIuszCzMHiYXXR5-h4) Every Saturday at 11am we have Meetups for everyone and anyone who cares about animals and making the world a better place! Learn more about our values here: [dxe.io/values](http://dxe.io/values?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExenhTSjRYbU1sZmVhUm5LbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4zTaOrMl1HN0KejTILWu0einVBT8_5_rZpXo0hOlgCi5A00D0_84rRVCogFg_aem_JeWLv62tRvcZVTXTAYjBgw) \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we are creating a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExenhTSjRYbU1sZmVhUm5LbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4_3d4-Zhc8yeKD3xO0VVVzcpanobCxNgW_ghP7mIN6IQx1EvL18Wxk9wkV3A_aem_ZmFrZWR1bW15MTZieXRlcw&h=AUCGRvkoukn852YKP_rBnleeWxomyBM0MjqbLsqOQ0VhmoaHPMxAL0PLj9hpGMeXevb9MNvdQrFN3vkh5982WfgPmD_acWL7VrltTSSRFYfx_xHTsa36FHXLqXIHU4s-AG1bwHhbybp2kFW39vsTdxwPmHJ-CmAr&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUBeQKoVcIXREEgpSqAtlXLBJerG5FZI381NYnoQ4k71ASVatycg7s0DocKDnW90VXDhznYhA6_EGljTLjs22yv-NF3LxEsOhZ2yNlrKA6T6USrSxZ27uZ78kdxJZQj61wxG1lBJwuRTZGbY0LIuszCzMHiYXXR5-h4) To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here [dxe.io/handbook](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fhandbook%3Ffbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExenhTSjRYbU1sZmVhUm5LbnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR7qfIIZn059_gYez3wsvXDXCoNlCEI0fydHZU1Tm5_4UJfsznOqWgSzFFL-Sg_aem_UwrgQVI3t4spllfQDETNQA&h=AUDb7OSoMdzu9Y6pThdKXhgE5LBb1NAJT88NNczBprRk9eKT62M4Hvb9BP5ypAAz9gtSYY3l9xvbQd4OpobVwMAjHDXvq_lOpwO6GTVkWdbTVLrk38sKbGlF9LZqpyW0PcqwJ1xTOTf2E6F3_X-57vtHq3h0VeT2&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUBeQKoVcIXREEgpSqAtlXLBJerG5FZI381NYnoQ4k71ASVatycg7s0DocKDnW90VXDhznYhA6_EGljTLjs22yv-NF3LxEsOhZ2yNlrKA6T6USrSxZ27uZ78kdxJZQj61wxG1lBJwuRTZGbY0LIuszCzMHiYXXR5-h4) If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail sfbay@directactioneverywhere.com

💚Green Exercise 🌊Ocean Hike 🥾Beautiful Mori Point🌷Social Dinner 🍽️

**Hello Ocean Lovers!** Ready to trade the treadmill for ocean breezes? 🌊 Let’s gather for a 💚“green exercise” wellness Hike, Rock climbing/hiking/walking at the Rockaway Beach🏖️ to the scenic Mori Point Trail! Fresh sea air, breathtaking views, and the soothing sounds of the waves await.🌞 Come make new friends, recharge your body, and let the healing magic of the ocean lift your spirit. Because nothing beats a little seaside therapy for our physical health and mental well-being! 😇 Rockaway Beach is located Pacifica, CA that offers scenic views. "This is a great place to hike and to enjoy the great views of the Pacifica coastline. There are trails that hug the coastline climb up to the hilltop for panoramic views." MORI POINT Spectacular 360 degrees ocean view. This place has a lot of that here. And most of all, it also has an impeccable view of the sunset. Take advantage of the free sunset show only at Mori Point. ROCKAWAY BEACH Watch the sun drop below the horizon at Rockaway Beach. This hidden gem in the Pacifica is a sight to behold. You can learn surfing while waiting for the sun to set or enjoy your afternoon snack at a nearby restaurant while waiting for the sun to KISS the OCEAN. 💚 Support Our Group! Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. Thank you for being prepared and supportive 🌿 Our hikes, dinners, and events run thanks to member support. A small contribution is appreciated to help keep our wellness community active and fun! Thank you for helping us make every event special! **\*Requested contribution** suggested amount $5-$20 to keep the club going! **​Dr. Heidi will ask for the contribution during event check-in.** Accepted in person. Your support helps cover the many behind-the-scenes efforts that make these events possible, including route scouting, Meetup platform fees, permits, communication with park staff and members, and planning hikes, dinners, and road trips. This community exists because of the support and kindness of its members. **The organizer reserves the right to ask a participant to depart!** If they refuse to contribute or follow event guidelines. This ensures our community remains a positive and respectful space for everyone. Thank you for helping keep our wellness community positive, respectful, and active. 🌿 Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞 ⚠️ Please Read Before Joining: These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility. 👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining. Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites. 🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh Ocean air, and meaningful connections. **Meet time: 1:30pm** & **Hike time: 2pm** Meet by beach parking lot near the big rocks 📍GPS: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fJnCgTYjDQadaEzo7 📍Address: Parking lot, 651 San Marlo Way, Pacifica, CA 94044 Level: Moderate + challenging! several Steep Hills climbs... Total Distance: 5-6 miles Hiking Time: 2.5-3 hours Elevation: 800 ft Route: Loop Parking: Free Dogs: No! Exposure: Sun Views: Amazingly Beautiful **Bring Smiles for Miles**! Water, Snacks, Sunscreens, Hiking Poles Wear Sturdy Hiking shoes Near Ocean can be windy and/or foggy, so wear layers Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not on the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/vkdjng Optional: Sunset time hanging out around 8:30pm After hiking the social dinner place TBD... \*We are an intermediate hiking group. Please be ready to keep up hiking with us from 5-6 miles without any health issues. If you don't workout, afraid high, steepest hill climbs mountains, unable to hiking minimum 5 miles regularly, this event is not a good fit for you. **\*LIABILITY WAIVER**: By signing up for the wellness hiking event, you hereby release its 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, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues. **\*DISCLAIMER:** By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability. **\*Hike at YOUR OWN RISK**. Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment. **\*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary!** The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk. **\*DO NOT ATTEND** if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system. If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time when you sign up for our event. For everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5-6 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to this hiking event. \*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation! I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together. Yours in good health! Dr. Heidi💝 ❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️ \*Three courses available upon request: [https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid](https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid) \*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you. \*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

Protest Petco to Stop Selling Animals

Join us in demanding that Petco stop selling animals! Animals are NOT merchandise. Animals sold in Petco, Petsmart, and other pet stores come from horrifically cruel breeding mills and some species are even kidnapped from their habitats in the wild. Shockingly, the majority of animals bred and shipped to pet stores die before they even reach the store shelf. Selling animals is costing millions of them their lives and it’s time for Petco to stop selling them! **When:** Saturday, September 5th, 2pm **Where:** Meet at Franklin Square at the corner of 16th St and Bryant St, San Francisco. We will walk to Petco together **Accessibility:** We will walk a short distance from the meeting location to the store where we will mostly be standing for about an hour If you would like to learn more about this campaign and get involved in the Bay Area to help end the retail sale of animals in pet stores please sign up at [dxe.io/adoptdontshop](http://dxe.io/adoptdontshop?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHtrAjAEk5MbhMvXxVVeb8UDNGH5OOltCaqnBHB9nBO11qAvF4RvGaXoXpYhG_aem_1EWAQfIz5VyO7Wb5FivC1g) and take action at [dxe.io/actionsteps](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Factionsteps%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHhhVWzBXx1PuO9vC2ZYAs4oiUHNWj0a--u4hm-kFmj6vms-4QKcdzY--sZZd_aem_eCJGdyJ3UR9Hn1ZBeOovQg&h=AUAWxakAZGHGxacP5NNrwx2vh1ybGV7oLrmAyuwGqlwwTgmNpS9M4FQmDrmZzX3V_WbhwD0dsqdYABRrv-wYd-uNodAUIqxxW9ssE0-NJOMTTGtdrFxJP-DSHOzIfKaFgH5IYI28AeoGYiUxnz5EYU5O9Pu2OwgF&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB9cyT-sA-VBxftMLKI3FvOmpKi2tl8NJueWql5aAj6mc-YN4LI4sD7n18Mh89ywVauPyjgRM2X1e62aK8GzqDXXIFqVF9WD1zCNoRdclg8Q3jD0IleYd82xB3wI3ykb6BlyxcZDwmmFR3a_fO2uTRM1Cb1aXMSzfM) \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we help build a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHq43iYhXE6D7HJZC_GNEQuILbhNxKUVFdtOdt-NhshiX7-i5KRowOqC5S1Ca_aem_jye5pP0T2FAqY13hXbDGhg&h=AUAtC0AHIgJL7lbHiZQ-Y3kguJS0TBHq_Se1IOOnEiosGiFLmlMAMx8pYUO7yDnvAArV9o4nj3p9C23w2LZtAuTqTyHBR8eImc58avakL-zeNSZgJ1avt-jQPAs8fVJpMAdVRrocAILhqGBbefVm8LotACNyZu3c&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUB9cyT-sA-VBxftMLKI3FvOmpKi2tl8NJueWql5aAj6mc-YN4LI4sD7n18Mh89ywVauPyjgRM2X1e62aK8GzqDXXIFqVF9WD1zCNoRdclg8Q3jD0IleYd82xB3wI3ykb6BlyxcZDwmmFR3a_fO2uTRM1Cb1aXMSzfM). To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here: [dxe.io/handbook](http://dxe.io/handbook?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFQNExud2ZCZmRBQkRCYXJFc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHn36Wpk4d012ezIw6cH1ikGasAkErqH98-fCSS0S9r1TICtu6U7psbVS-pBl_aem_NS41SByoiy09SAXHMMeYLQ)

💚Green Exercise Easy 5 Miles 🥾Hike SF Golden Gate Park🏞️

**Hello Golden Gate Park Lovers,** Let's meet up go for a Wellness Walk/Hike, come explore the wonders of San Francisco Golden Gate Park! For our physical health and mental well-being😇 Meeting new friends and get a good workout together. Discover Golden Gate Park The rumors are true. Golden Gate Park is as fantastic as they say. Explore this iconic park’s 1,017 acres, from bucolic lakes and meadows to vibrant activity destinations. Golden Gate Park has something for everyone. **Meet time: 1:30pm** and **Hike/Walk time: 2pm** Great Highway & John F Kennedy Drive, San Francisco, CA 94121 across from the Beach Chalet Brewery at beach side parking lot GPS: https://goo.gl/maps/QUFRePaoDCEFWBYL8 Route: Golden Gate Park Loop Parking: Free Level: Easy to Moderate Length: 5 miles+ Elevation gain: 350ft+ Route type: Loop Dog: No **Bring Smiles for Miles!** Water, Snacks... Wear Hiking/Walking shoes, Layers, Sunscreens.. Encouraging carpooling if you know each other well for everyone's safety. Please contact each other in a private message not on the message board. Thank you! https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/qfyv8x Optional Social dinner after Hike: Thai food Place coming soon... 💚 Support Our Group! Thanks for joining our wellness club event, it does take time and money to make it happen. Thank you for being prepared and supportive 🌿 Our hikes, dinners, and events run thanks to member support. A small contribution is appreciated to help keep our wellness community active and fun! Thank you for helping us make every event special! **\*Requested contribution** suggested amount $5-$20 to keep the club going! **​Dr. Heidi will ask for the contribution during event check-in.** Accepted in person. Your support helps cover the many behind-the-scenes efforts that make these events possible, including route scouting, Meetup platform fees, permits, communication with park staff and members, and planning hikes, dinners, and road trips. This community exists because of the support and kindness of its members. **The organizer reserves the right to ask a participant to depart!** If they refuse to contribute or follow event guidelines. This ensures our community remains a positive and respectful space for everyone. Thank you for helping keep our wellness community positive, respectful, and active. 🌿 Our meetup events have a very positive impact on people's lives, people meet, fall in love💘 meet new friends, HAPPY, better health, less stress, anxiety, depression, isolate being alone and got extra bonus for LOVE ​💞 ⚠️ Please Read Before Joining: These hikes and group dinners are hosted voluntarily and with love for the outdoors and community. Participation is completely voluntary, and everyone joins at their own risk and responsibility. 👉 We kindly ask you to review the event details carefully — including directions, trail descriptions, and dinner spots — before joining. Trails are part of nature and may not match everyone’s preferences. Dinner venues are selected based on group size, availability, and location. We do our best but can’t guarantee personal favorites. 🧡 Most importantly, come with an open heart, positive energy, and kindness. Let’s enjoy what we can control — good company, fresh air, and meaningful connections. **\*DO NOT ATTEND** if you're experiencing any cold or flu symptoms, have a compromised immune system. **\*Hike/Walk at YOUR OWN RISK.** Open trails aren't necessarily free of hazards--by entering the wilderness, you assume responsibility for your safety and must use good judgment. **\*Participation in this event is strictly voluntary**! The event host/organizer assumes no responsibility for any injury, damage, or loss you may incur. You join and hike entirely at your own risk. \*We are an intermediate hike group. Please be ready to keep up hiking with us from 5-8 miles without any health issues. **\*LIABILITY WAIVER:** By signing up for the wellness walking/hiking event, you hereby release its 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, and/or economic loss of any kind or nature, arising in whole or in part out of the activities, advice, or information contained herein. You agree to full responsibility for your own health issues. **\*DISCLAIMER:** By participating in this wellness hiking event, you understand that Meetup event Host/Organizer assumes ABSOLUTELY NO responsibility and you have to assume all at your own risk of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release host/Organizer of all liability. If anyone wishes to join our hike team, please answer the RSVP question every time for everyone's safety in the group. If you are unable to send me a message confirming that you are in good health and you are able to hike 5-8 miles without health issues we CANNOT approve you come to the hiking event. \*Please don't just walk in. Thank you for your cooperation! I'm looking forward to meeting, hiking with you and making good memories together. Yours in good health! Dr. Heidi💝 ❤️American Heart Association BLS-CPR, Heartsaver CPR, First Aid Courses -Learn and Live!❤️ \*Three courses available upon request: [https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid](https://visibook.com/ahacprfirstaid) \*By taking this course, you're contributing to the safety and well-being of those around you. \*These skills are crucial for everyone to know, as they can help save the lives of loved ones, friends, or even strangers in the community.

Meetup: The Truth About the "Exotic Pet" (Wildlife) Industry

Liz Cabrera Holtz, Senior Campaign Manager at World Animal Protection, will be presenting about the hidden and cruel industry of breeding and selling wild animals as “exotic pets”. She will provide an overview of the issue, what investigations have found, which companies are involved, and what we can do about it! Learn more about Liz and World Animal Protection at [worldanimalprotection.us](http://worldanimalprotection.us/?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrZSvSp8GsyjzFf9KGPghPf-tgHqQf2k1XcP-4Xg_gHKoY8dI5GErfOPsN2__aem_ZfFCpTQFNodLngOpw9Hzuw) Shortly after the Meetup we’ll be carpooling to San Francisco to protest Petco to stop selling animals ([dxe.io/petco](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fpetco%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmkG9FVSOClTUxj0OhPGgsLXPM7_ur1wOvDvaGn0wJoPqhd-PGiJbYh7IQFY_aem_FsLLu373XKdQMNMpItlx6Q&h=AUD9u1bQilKa-GhHWqKYK4_M3axKkBoCmZV65BdJ0hq3hyQbKXyQThMb1gxmIDOtYlMLPlYVmInoeuE7tvqj_q95f0SG0K60bAGeqPVz5Xk0eO3_Xz-Ib4Rwrx3gQJMv3qxUgB5T2vuM1eGsD_i84C53c0RuuU_p&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUA4rcqmuNcB2q3v9oJM7CvE_e0teBrD-tnjjpJUFKLPjHedymtlPw4tRfGAlEr1pU7PHCoIFKisxx8tSU_qBH9p659xkCZgAX_ktPrTv3q62Vj5fYhi10OS45aGHe8S1mLLqoOuBTeQCNgH_pgvZbUdKaGimVGhtko))! For that protest we will meet at 2pm at Franklin Square at the corner of 16th St and Bryant St, San Francisco (37.765424, -122.410229). Fresh coffee, tea, and a delicious plant-based brunch will be provided at the Meetup as well! **Where:** Berkeley Animal Rights Center West (2414 6th St, Berkeley) **When:** Saturday, September 5th 11am-12:30pm **What:** Hangout and presentation \- ARC West is a 30 minute walk from North Berkeley BART and only a 10 minute walk from the 51B bus stop at University and 6th St\. \- Dogs that like other dogs are welcome at this event\! \- There will be plant\-based brunch and coffee\, donations accepted \- If you cannot join in person\, you can join at 11:15am on Zoom at this link: [dxe.io/meetupzoom](http://dxe.io/meetupzoom?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrZSvSp8GsyjzFf9KGPghPf-tgHqQf2k1XcP-4Xg_gHKoY8dI5GErfOPsN2__aem_ZfFCpTQFNodLngOpw9Hzuw) Every Saturday at 11am we have Meetups for everyone and anyone who cares about animals and making the world a better place! Learn more about our values here: [dxe.io/values](http://dxe.io/values?fbclid=IwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmwPtb8n8dNcrF9nPk6DEvi5Pg5H1JJZceWqzfbJ0IfztK9BwMpkHyBhX6Z1_aem_NWQ89Vaglw-N1pbnWKx76Q) \-\-\- Direct Action Everywhere (DxE) is a grassroots network of animal rights activists. Through open rescue, demonstration, and disruption, we are creating a world where every animal is safe, happy and free. DxE cultivates a welcoming and supportive community. We ask that all those who attend our events (online and offline) respect our Code of Conduct which can be reviewed at [dxe.io/conduct](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fconduct%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHrZSvSp8GsyjzFf9KGPghPf-tgHqQf2k1XcP-4Xg_gHKoY8dI5GErfOPsN2__aem_ZfFCpTQFNodLngOpw9Hzuw&h=AUBhaC94l0NR6oIYX4uTzA67Eg070ZtzbiO76O-Repx_YcizmEws3FUc6yoFN8QHpcPXpPNRLD5pVlfku7yp1y423XtRu-Ke95Xumc9UuZmWXo67IbnMYOJSPo5Mh1VdecJzGz14eEoKVD8bfRiyy_XnOupiBTV3&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUA4rcqmuNcB2q3v9oJM7CvE_e0teBrD-tnjjpJUFKLPjHedymtlPw4tRfGAlEr1pU7PHCoIFKisxx8tSU_qBH9p659xkCZgAX_ktPrTv3q62Vj5fYhi10OS45aGHe8S1mLLqoOuBTeQCNgH_pgvZbUdKaGimVGhtko) To learn about our vision, goals, strategy and more check out the San Francisco Bay Area chapter Activist Handbook here [dxe.io/handbook](https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fdxe.io%2Fhandbook%3Ffbclid%3DIwcGRvZgFleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETEwZ1M3U3U3R1FLdVNwN3kxc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHmwPtb8n8dNcrF9nPk6DEvi5Pg5H1JJZceWqzfbJ0IfztK9BwMpkHyBhX6Z1_aem_NWQ89Vaglw-N1pbnWKx76Q&h=AUACliMTnkDcRIzzxcDePVavT8md1Kk56E1JAItnISkUadoE6FLUVjzSggx43N2qEE2WcwO0X6ENHkqk3p95XMPM4ANc2shxqpmV-zooGdD0TpyBC5vv0DwNRMCBmuVBlk4Gkndr0LTbcgoF2BbbrhiIbkDgxq_y&__tn__=q&c%5B0%5D=AUA4rcqmuNcB2q3v9oJM7CvE_e0teBrD-tnjjpJUFKLPjHedymtlPw4tRfGAlEr1pU7PHCoIFKisxx8tSU_qBH9p659xkCZgAX_ktPrTv3q62Vj5fYhi10OS45aGHe8S1mLLqoOuBTeQCNgH_pgvZbUdKaGimVGhtko) If you have any questions or concerns, please e-mail sfbay@directactioneverywhere.com

Bollywood Nights at Salesforce Park - Free

Car Guys-Gals, Car People,A Chance to Demo All-Especially EVs

[Electrify Expo has expanded to include all vehicles.](https://demodaysfestival.com/collections/all-events) This used to be focused on electric cars and trucks. If you order soon, [try this 50% off code](https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/#inbox/WhctKLcMTrZHWbgBbNLDcnnhxQJJtWWPtwQwwdHFWCVdvwLWvsmVqrmJKqvccHjggfBvKJq) for the special admission package ($30.), only $5.00 more than regular admission. This event is held outdoors in a spectacular setting at Alameda Point. I love it. Especially the up and coming Bay Area car manufacturing start-ups you will discover there. You can see their cars and trucks in pre-production. And there are dozens of the established car manufacturers. All ready to let you test drive. This is not your grandfathers Moscone Center new car show they used to have on and before Thanksgiving weekend every year. Really you get to not only sit in but drive all the cars and trucks you want to. Meet me at 9:45am next 2900 Main St, Alameda, CA 94501, exact spot coming soon!

Blankets, Popcorn, & a Movie After Sunset | 20s & 30s

**RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/GGfSielza1Xhz80HMU5j **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later** It happens once a month!!! We are doing 1-1 speed-friending in the city and then heading under the stars at Sundown Cinema's screening of The Parent Trap. This speed-friending event isn't like other events. You're guaranteed to meet at least 9 other people in the city! That's because you rotate every 8 minutes and meet someone new! The Plan: - 7:00PM: Check-In. Follow the link to set up your quick profile on your phone. - 7:05PM - 8:25PM: One-on-One Rounds. The app pairs you for focused chats. Find out who shares your favorite nostalgic movie memories, film recommendations, and outdoor spots. - 8:25PM+: Form Groups & find a spot on the lawn together to watch the movie. Reconnect with your favorite matches, form groups of 4-6, and find a spot on the lawn together to watch the movie — your group leaves together tonight. **RSVP via:** https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/GGfSielza1Xhz80HMU5j **Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later**

TownFlame Reunion -- Ferry trip to Angel Island

Returning **alumni** only — this is intentionally capped as a reunion for people who have joined our previous events. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- From our first SF event -- Pillow Fight in Embarcadero on Valentine's Day, it has been half a year already. We have been growing from a small meetup of about 200 people to current size, we have walked many cultural parades and festivals, and volunteered in many of them, **left our footprints** across town, from Chinese New Year to Carnaval, from Embarcadero to Stern Grove. For the coming next half year, we expect to **start more localized regular programs**, the Golden Hour walks, the Volunteer Parties, and at least one more format we are experimenting, and cross region activities as well. So people can meet each other more often, from different angles of life, familiarity and shared purpose birth relations. So does our team, we expect to expand, on top of our current volunteer base. We have seen a lot of **warm hearted** people from our events, so we plan to grow our team, have more people involved, and do a builders' social internally. This is supposed to be a more **intense and tighter** version of the participant social we are having now. More regular gatherings, doing things together, team retreats etc, out of **shared mission,** on top of already established connections. Time to reconnect again, pick up the topics you left in the group outing last time, refresh some familiar faces, and make some new plans. **Peek over the event and time lane**, find new opportunities. This is your chance, on the beautiful Angel Island, in the center of the bay. So the reunion would be done via a ferry trip to Angel Island, from the Ferry Building, on the last Sat of this month, right **before** the Labor Day long weekend. More details will be sent to our WhatsApp group. This is supposed to be a closed event, for our returning alumni and their friends only. We will mostly do a Partiful invite. If you are not in the WhatsApp group, let us know. We will update you. Location: Ferry Building, Gate B **Join [TownFlame](http://www.townflame.org/), Make Life Happen.** **Liability Waiver:** Participation in TownFlame events is voluntary and involves social interaction in public spaces. Activities are designed to be inclusive and respectful. Participants assume all risks and release TownFlame, its organizers, volunteers, and affiliates from liability for injury, illness, or damages, except in cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct. By attending, participants acknowledge that photographs, audio, and video recordings may be taken during events, and grant TownFlame the right to use such media for promotional and marketing purposes, in any format or platform, without further consent or compensation.

A Walk Through Oakland's Best Flower Gardens & Great Views Too!

THIS WALK USED TO BE A HARD ONE, BUT I TOOK IT AND FOR 3 WALKS IN A ROW I IMPROVED IT BY TURNING IT INTO A WALK OF BEAUTIFUL FLOWERS AND LOVELY SIGHTS. OUR LAST VERSION WAS PERFECTED ENOUGH TO GIVE US 2 HOURS TO EXPLORE LAKE MERRITT'S 13 FLOWER GARDENS. HOWEVER, AT THE 13 GARDENS WE WERE HIT WITH A HEAT WAVE. THEN OUR GROUP WANTED TO LEAVE AFTER ONLY ONE HOUR. ONE REASON I WANT TO DO IT AGAIN IS BECAUSE THE HOT WEATHER WAS VERY UNUSUAL FOR OAKLAND WHICH IS ALMOST ALWAYS MILD. THE CHANCES OF ANOTHER HEAT WAVE IS VERY UNLIKELY. BELOW IS A LINK ABOUT THE 13 GARDENS; [https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/](https://gardensatlakemerritt.org/) TO SHOW HOW GREAT THIS WALK IS NOW HERE ARE LINKS TO THE PHOTOS TAKEN THE LAST 3 TIMES WE DID THIS WALK: OUR JUNE 20TH WALK HAS 60 PHOTOS: https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36041892/534856033/ OUR JULY 11TH WALK HAS 43 PHOTOS: https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36073605/535197837/ OUR AUGUST 1ST WALK HAS 25 PHOTOS: [A Walk Through Oakland's Best Flower Gardens & Great Views Too! (Aug 1, 2026) Photos](https://www.meetup.com/walking-in-sf/photos/36105588/) FREE WALK. Now open for RSVPs. All of the flower gardens are free too!. We will meet at 10:30 AM in front of a cafe called Tierra Mia Coffee, on the corner of Broadway & 20th Street, so people on BART should go to the 19th Street BART Station and then they should exit at the 20th Street exit and our starting point is right across the street. One may bring a sack lunch or buy one at Tierra Mia Coffee. We won't have time for the group to buy lunches after we have started walking. It would be good if our attendees buy drinks or something at our starting point (Tierra Mia Coffee) &/or give tips so they will like us. Attendance limit is 70. Below is a link about Tierra Mia Coffee: http://www.tierramiacoffee.com/ At 10:40 AM we begin a 20-minute walk to the local Whole Foods Market for a restroom break. We plan to eat lunch about Noon at Oakland's Morcom Rose Garden. I encourage all to take BART or other public transportation to be safer. I expect to come in a bus. Everyone should bring water, paper towels and a map. I love it when attendees bring cameras and upload their photos of the walk on our webpage. Dogs and other pets are not welcome. After Whole Foods Market we will walk to the Morcom Rose Garden to eat our sack lunches. This walk used to be a hard one and now it is easier and full of beautiful flowers in the Morcom Rose Garden and the Lake Merritt Gardens. We expect to end at our starting point, the 19th Street BART Station at 4:00 PM. Some legal disclaimers: By joining us for any event you hereby RELEASE and DISCHARGE 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 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. You further agree that if you or someone under your supervision uses the information on this website you assume all risks of injury, damage, and economic loss, without limitation, and release providers from all liability therefore. It is advisable to consult a doctor before you begin any strenuous physical activity. The organizer is not trained for emergency medical procedures and no doctors, nurses or ambulances are provided on the walks.

🚶‍♀️Walk & Chat | Alameda | Marina Cove Waterfront Park

Looking for something fun to do this Saturday? Come join us for a casual **Walk & Talk** along the Alameda waterfront! We’ll meet at **Marina Cove Waterfront Park** at **10:00 AM** and enjoy an easy walk by the marina while meeting new people along the way. ### 💬 This Week's Conversation: **"If you could travel anywhere tomorrow, where would you go and why?"** Dream vacation, weekend getaway, favorite place you’ve already visited—we want to hear it! 🌎✈️ No awkward introductions or networking, just good conversations, a relaxing walk, and a fun way to connect with people in the community. Bring comfortable shoes, water, and a friend or come solo. You’ll fit right in!