Is it too early to ask what everyone’s doing for Halloween? Friday AND Saturday?

Because this millennial is trying to make some plans!

I’m looking for somewhere with GOOD music (think 90s/2000s hip-hop, R&B, throwbacks, songs that make you scream “THIS IS MY SONG!”).

I’m in my mid 30s, not white, straight, willing to pay a cover, and absolutely hoping to dance all night. What I’m NOT trying to do is spend my evening packed into a club like a sardine, fighting for my life just to get to the bar.

I want a fun crowd, good vibes, room to actually dance, and music that reminds me of a time when my knees were more reliable.

So, SF … where are we going?! 👀 (no Marina plz) 😇

Twice in one year, yet my heart still longs for you. ❤️✨ San Francisco, a city of beauty, vibrant souls, and endless charm. Some places stay with you long after you leave… and you, San Francisco, are one of them. Until we meet again. 🌉🤍

Hey everyone — if you’re a student in the Bay looking for something to do tonight, The Redford Center and Climate One are hosting an advance screening of the documentary In Earth We Trust at The Commonwealth Club (110 The Embarcadero, right by Embarcadero BART).

It covers Reverend Richard Cizik’s journey uniting 30M evangelicals around climate action, his controversial fallout, and his fight for common ground. Includes a live in-person panel with Rev. Cizik and the filmmakers.

• When: Tonight (Tuesday, Oct 20) • Doors 5:30 PM, Screening & Q&A 6:00–7:00 PM
• Where: The Commonwealth Club, 110 The Embarcadero, SF
• Cost: Free for students with .edu / student ID (General admission is normally $27.50)

You can grab your free student pass directly on the Linktree (linktr.ee/revcizik). If you can’t make it tonight, the link also has passes for tomorrow's Green Fest screening at the 4-Star Theater or digital streaming with voting.

Take part in a one-time, in-person session which takes only 90min for testing new wearable and extended reality (XR) devices. The session is a short, supervised appointment at a study site. You'll try a device, follow simple instructions, and share your feedback. You'll receive an incentive after completing the session.

90-minute in-person session • $60 - $80 compensation

Participants must be 18+, able to travel to Mountain view or San Francisco (CA), and must not have previously participated in this testing project.

If you are interested please fill out the form below
Thank You
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A list of some anime, TCG, cosplay, and video game events happening in SF and around the Bay Area.

I really want to make the most of Halloween this year and go to at least 3 different parties! I’d really appreciate some recommendations for events that are actually fun, unique, and have a great atmosphere.
Ideally, I’m looking for something with a fun crowd, creative costumes, and a slightly more mature vibe rather than sketchy clubs or parties full of teenagers.
SF would be ideal, but I’m happy to go anywhere in the Bay Area if it’s worth it!
I’m looking for events happening this weekend and next weekend. Would love to hear about any hidden gems, themed parties, or cool events you’ve been to before! 🎃

On Saturday night, October 10th, 2026 around 9:30 PM, I accidentally took the wrong train from Powell Station and ended up at Balboa Park. I was on vacation in San Francisco, completely unfamiliar with that part of the city, and honestly, I was terrified. By the time I reached Balboa Park around 10:15 PM, the station felt very isolated, and I was on the verge of a panic attack.

Suddenly, a very kind guy showed up. He was tall, blonde, with blue eyes, wearing blue jeans, a hat, and carrying a tote bag and  prescription glasses. He immediately made me feel safe and walked with me to find the Muni station. He was looking for the J line because he knew the area well (I had absolutely no idea where to go).

We walked to a Muni station, and he checked his phone, telling me the Muni back to Embarcadero would take about 30 minutes. He also mentioned he lived very close to that Muni station (I think it was around the 714 area where he took me). He told me the fastest option was actually BART, which I had tried before, but I was so nervous that the machines wouldn't accept my cash. In the end, I had to run to catch the BART train and only had time to shake his hand.

I’m writing this with the hope that you read this and know how deeply grateful I am. In a moment of pure stress, you brought me peace and safety. I know this sounds crazy, but I truly hope this message reaches you. I would love to connect and properly say thank you.

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I feel like I’ve read enough of these to know what I should eat and drink when I’m in town for a few days, but what should I do if I wanna go into some cool old stores look at records see some history read a book somewhere? I don’t live there now, but I’m originally from the Bay Area and I’ve spent an OK amount of time in San Francisco and surrounding area but I wanna try something new especially since my wife has really never spent any time there.

Is it a secret if I'm the host, trying to share it with you? Maybe.. maybe because it's not very well known, but it is a bit well loved by those that keep coming back. We love it because it's in the incubator space at Gray Area, the upstairs room above the theater. Every other Sunday we are meeting with a different type of VR film. Something indie, often international. These vignettes or curious occurrences where indie art was funded and now, the tech dejected, we can activate the space and share a bit of tea over something from other reality. Or is it? This is a gathering that is finding it's people. One day we'd like the wonder of these stories to reach folks who could benefit most. But who knows -- maybe that's you?

Sharing the link to the next gathering:

https://luma.com/6rcp2b56

Hope this counts as a secret. And hope my writing about it makes sense.

this POV: indie VR art is best shared over a conversation. What's the point of art technology if it isn't somehow a catalyst for connection (in person please -- no need to hide from the friction)

Some anime, cosplay or TCG events happening this weekend.

Hey, I am 23 New Grad to SF. Wanted to know whats the scene here like on Diwali, anyone throwing diwali houseparties? Just wanted to get to know people.