Events for Professionals in SF Bay Area

Exhibition Tour: Theresa Hak Kyung Cha: Multiple Offerings

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 · All day

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Art

Guided exhibition tour of Theresa Hak Kyung Cha’s 'Multiple Offerings' at BAMPFA, exploring her multimedia, performance and text-based works and their historical and cultural contexts.

Spotlight Sundays: Cultural Burn Practices and the Future of Fire

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 6:00 AM

OMCA Lecture Hall

Lecture

An in-depth Sunday talk at OMCA's Lecture Hall examining the future of fire through Indigenous practices. Led by Corrina Gould with Jordan Reyes and Patty Franklin of the Tribal EcoRestoration Alliance, the session explores fire as a lifeway, sovereignty, and ecosystem stewardship in California.

JANE HANDCOCK

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

The Independent

Music

Jane Handcock takes the stage at The Independent in the San Francisco Bay Area, weaving intimate indie-pop reflections with raw vocals in a cozy club that feels like a living room concert.

Food House

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 at 1:00 PM

Neck of the Woods

Music

Food House delivers a slick, appetite-inspired night at Neck of the Woods in the SF Bay Area, blending eclectic house and experimental flavors under neon lights and a buzzing, intimate club vibe.

Oakland Khmer New Year Festival

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 · All day

Gray Area Foundation for the Arts

Festival

An outdoor Oakland festival celebrating Khmer New Year with traditional Cambodian dance, music, and cultural activities presented in a Bay Area setting, offering family-friendly entertainment, vendors, and community celebration.

Community Mondays: Percussion Workshop with Javier Navarrette

Sun, 19 Apr 2026

The Freight & Salvage

Workshop

Join Community Mondays for a hands-on percussion workshop with Javier Navarrette at Freight & Salvage. Explore rhythm patterns, hand-drum techniques, and ensemble playing in a warm, intimate Berkeley venue known for strong live acoustics and community vibe.

Monet and Venice Virtual Access Day

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 · All day

de Young Museum

Art

Take a virtual stroll through Monet's Venice works with Monet and Venice Virtual Access Day at the de Young Museum. Enjoy digital galleries, curator insights, and a live Q&A as you explore these iconic Impressionist masterpieces from anywhere.

Climate One: Annie Leonard + Experiential Workshop with Katharine Wilkinson

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 5:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Workshop

Join Climate One's SFCW event featuring Annie Leonard as she outlines practical actions to advance climate solutions, followed by an experiential workshop with Dr. Katharine Wilkinson. Held at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco, the program blends insightful talks with hands‑on activities to empower attendees.

In Conversation With Dariush Mozaffarian, M.D., Dr.P.H.

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 10:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Join renowned nutrition scientist Dariush Mozaffarian, MD, DrPH, for a candid conversation at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco. The talk explores science-backed dietary strategies, cardiovascular health, and policy implications shaping public nutrition. A thoughtful, accessible evening for adults and professionals.

Spiritual Study: Afflictive Emotions on the Yogic Path – Part 2

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 10:30 AM

Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco

Wellness

Online three-part series exploring afflictive emotions through the Yoga Sutras, led by Vimukti Aslan and Jen Meagher. Part 2 delves into emotions from yoga, Buddhist perspectives, and neuroscience, with online sessions on April 13, 20, and 27.

Climate Week - Founders, Investors & LP Happy Hour

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

999 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco

Community

During Climate Week, founders, investors and LPs gather for a post-work happy hour at 1000 Van Ness Ave in San Francisco. A casual, professional mixer to explore climate-tech opportunities, partnerships, and funding.

The Nature of Connection: Community-Centered Climate Strategies

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Join the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco for an insightful lecture on community-centered climate strategies. This talk links local engagement, policy design, and practical actions to accelerate durable climate solutions and resilient neighborhoods.

Salsa Crazy Mondays

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Neck of the Woods

Music

Salsa Crazy Mondays pulse through Neck of the Woods in the SF Bay Area, where infectious salsa grooves fuel a dancefloor that lights up every week with brisk spins and hot rhythms.

Claire Webb & Nina Miolane — Long Now Talk

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Fort Mason Center for Arts & Culture (Cowell Theater)

Lecture

Claire Webb and Nina Miolane present a Long Now Foundation talk on scientific and technological perspectives at Fort Mason's Cowell Theater, exploring long-term thinking and research implications.

Flyte @ Brick & Mortar Music Hall

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Brick & Mortar Music Hall

Music

Flyte headlines with Samantha Crain at Brick & Mortar Music Hall in San Francisco. An intimate indie/folk–leaning evening featuring melodic harmonies, jangly guitars, and storytelling vibes in a renowned Mission neighborhood venue.

Fantastic Planet

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Castro Theatre

Film

Fantastic Planet screens at The Castro in the SF Bay Area, with a live organ prelude by David Hegarty turning the classic sci-fi animation into a grand, organ-driven evening that lingers after the credits.

Robert Malley on Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Robert Malley outlines why the Israeli–Palestinian peace process stalled and what comes next for Gaza, offering an insider’s view on diplomacy, policy challenges, and regional dynamics. The talk at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco provides timely analysis for policymakers and the public.

Postgres Conference

Mon, 20 Apr 2026

San Jose McEnery Convention Center

Conference

Postgres Conference at San Jose City Center brings together technology pros for PostgreSQL education, hands-on sessions, and networking to boost skills and career opportunities.

Pentagram

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 · All day

Cornerstone Berkeley

Art

Pentagram at Cornerstone Berkeley on Apr 21, 2026 — a focused design event highlighting graphic design, branding and typography from the renowned studio.

Crafting Culinary Excellence: A Conversation With A Le Cordon Bleu Chef

Mon, 20 Apr 2026

Alliance Française de San Francisco

Food

A live conversation with a Le Cordon Bleu-trained chef at Alliance Française SF, exploring culinary craft, technique, and career pathways. Learn tips on professional cooking, menu design, and French-inspired cuisine in an engaging Q&A format.

Townsend Center for the Humanities Una’s Lecture: Hortense Spillers: Oedipal Pursuit—A Historical Problematic

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 10:00 AM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Lecture

Hortense Spillers presents 'Oedipal Pursuit—A Historical Problematic' as part of the Townsend Center Una lecture series at BAMPFA, exploring psychoanalytic, historical, and literary dimensions of race, gender, and criticism.

Scott Kurashige: The Violent History of Anti-Asian Racism

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 10:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Historian Scott Kurashige discusses the violent history of anti-Asian racism in the United States at the Commonwealth Club. Through historical analysis and contemporary context, the talk explores how racism has shaped policy, society, and marginalized communities, offering insights toward understanding and justice in San Francisco.

Climate One: Goldman Environmental Prize Winners — In Person

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Live Climate One program at the Commonwealth Club featuring the 2026 Goldman Environmental Prize winners. An in-person discussion of standout environmental projects, climate solutions, and policy implications from the prize recipients, with insights into real-world impact and next steps.

2026 Goldman Environmental Prize Winners | SFCW LIVE at Climate One

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

Join the Commonwealth Club for a live Climate One session featuring the 2026 Goldman Environmental Prize winners. Hear the prize recipients discuss bold climate leadership, innovative solutions, and real-world impact, in a dynamic SF talk-format highlighting policy and public engagement.

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