Spiritual & Mindful Events in SF Bay Area

Exhibition Tour: Object Oriented: Abstraction and Design in the BAMPFA Collection

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · All day

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Art

Guided exhibition tour at BAMPFA exploring abstraction and design across the museum’s collection with a focus on object-oriented works — ideal for art lovers, students, and visitors.

Consumers and the Future of Energy Affordability

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

Manny’s

Conference

An insightful panel at Manny's on energy affordability, tech advances, and climate policy shaping household bills. Moderated by Mary Catherine O'Connor, featuring Neil Chatterjee, Chris Kemper, and Arnab Pal, exploring midterm impacts and pragmatic paths to a consumer-centric ene

Smart IP Strategy for Life Sciences Startups

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 · Time TBD

Lecture

Practical session on intellectual property strategy for life sciences startups, covering patents, licensing and commercialization to help founders protect and monetize their innovations.

Big Bang: Party After Dark

Wed, 22 Apr 2026

California Academy of Sciences

Nightlife

An after-hours fundraiser at the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco. Big Bang: Party After Dark blends hands-on science demos, planetarium shows, and themed exhibits with music and cocktails for an adult, nightlife-friendly evening.

Campfire Program

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

Under the Skin of the City

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 9:00 AM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Film

Screening of Rakhshan Bani-Etemad’s acclaimed Iranian social drama "Under the Skin of the City" at BAMPFA — a Persian-language film (with English subtitles) exploring urban life and family struggles.

Architecture x Architecture: ML's Implications for Architecture

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art (SFMOMA)

Conference

At SFMOMA, a panel brings together architects and ML researchers to explore the implications of machine learning for architecture. Expect discussions on AI-driven design, computation, materials, and how data reshapes workflows and urban spaces.

Guisados

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

18 Reasons

Food

Join a hands-on cooking class at 18 Reasons to make three guisos—Tita's Carne Guisada, Chicken in Chile Verde Cream Sauce, and Mushrooms in Chile Colorado. Roll out tortillas and serve over Toasted Cumin Rice with Calabacitas con Elote, exploring comforting home-style Mexican flavors.

How Yoga Transformed My Life, Part 1 of 2

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

Integral Yoga Institute of San Francisco

Workshop

Two-part yoga workshop with Swami Ramananda exploring five pivotal teachings from over 50 years of practice. Part 1 on April 23, 2026 at 6:00 PM (UTC) is offered online and in-person at the Integral Yoga Institute San Francisco, with Part 2 following on April 30.

Ukraine—The Future

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 11:30 AM

Commonwealth Club World Affairs

Lecture

An evening at the Commonwealth Club examining Ukraine’s path forward and its implications for European security and global policy. Experts analyze reform, resilience, and the evolving geopolitical landscape shaping Ukraine’s future in a changing world.

Dr. Rachel Zoffness

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Kepler's Books

Lecture

Dr. Rachel Zoffness speaks at Kepler's Books in the Bay Area about Tell Me Where It Hurts, a compassionate bridge between medicine and psychology that reframes pain into understanding and healing.

Gilaneh

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Berkeley Art Museum & Pacific Film Archive (BAMPFA)

Film

Screening of Rakhshan Bani-Etemad’s Gilaneh, a poignant Iranian war drama about family and resilience, at BAMPFA on Apr 23, 2026.

Rave Culture: A New Era

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

4 Star Theater

Film

Part of the DOC'N ROLL Film Festival, Rave Culture: A New Era traces how late-1980s underground raves in Thatcher-era Britain fueled a new electronic sound. This screening at 4 Star Theater uses archival imagery and interviews to illuminate the birth of breakbeat and the global rave movement.

Functional Flow for Everyone: Yoga with Jason Crandell

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

Castro Theatre

Wellness

Join renowned yoga instructor Jason Crandell for a hands-on session at The Castro Room, exploring anatomy, sequencing, and contemporary techniques for a sustainable practice. This workshop demystifies functional flow and provides practical cues for all levels to elevate your daily practice.

Terror of Mechagodzilla

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

Alamo Drafthouse New Mission

Film

Screening of Terror of Mechagodzilla at Alamo Drafthouse SF, a wild chapter in Toho's kaiju saga. Expect retro rubber-suit monsters, over-the-top sci-fi thrills, and big-screen nostalgia for monster movie fans.

Sarod Trilogy: Amjad Ali Khan & Bangash

Thu, 23 Apr 2026

The Freight & Salvage

Music

An intimate evening of raga-infused sarod virtuosity, Maestro Amjad Ali Khan joins his sons Amaan and Ayaan Bangash for a landmark Sarod Trilogy at Freight & Salvage in Berkeley, delivering lush classical improvisations and masterful artistry.

Stanford Causal Science Conference: Frontiers in AI Evaluation

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 2:30 AM

Stanford University

Conference

A one-day academic conference at Stanford's Li Ka Shing Center (April 24, 2026) exploring Frontiers in AI Evaluation and causal science, with talks on evaluation frameworks, benchmarks, and reproducibility in AI research.

Alameda Ocean Photographer of the Year (Apr. 24–May 17)

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 · All day

Hangar 41

Art

US premiere of Ocean Photographer of the Year opens in Alameda’s Hangar 41, presenting a world-class collection from Oceanographic Magazine and Blancpain. This WWII-era hangar setting frames dramatic ocean landscapes and environmental storytelling for visitors from April 24 through May 17.

Climate Action Youth Summit 2026

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 3:00 AM

ion at Yerba Buena Gardens

Conference

A flagship youth-led climate conference in San Francisco at Yerba Buena Gardens, showcasing student projects across science and the arts, with inspiring talks and chances to connect with environmental organizations. Attendees explore green career paths and hear stories from young leaders shaping climate action.

Campfire Program

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 8:00 AM

Golden Gate National Recreation Area

Lecture

Free daily 30-minute campfire talks at Presidio Tunnel Tops where National Park Service rangers present Indigenous, military, and WWII internment histories for visitors of all ages.

From the French Market: A Spring Feast

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 11:00 AM

18 Reasons

Food

Join 18 Reasons for From the French Market: A Spring Feast, a hands-on cooking class celebrating seasonal produce from the market. Learn simple techniques to spotlight cherry ricotta on toast, chicory salad with citrus vinaigrette, and an asparagus-fava bean tart with prosciutto. An inviting market-inspired evening in San Francisco.

Sewing 101: Alberta Crossbody Tote

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

WorkshopSF

Workshop

Learn sewing machine basics while crafting an Alberta Crossbody Tote in this hands-on workshop at WorkshopSF. We'll guide you through fabric selection, stitching, and finishing touches to create a stylish crossbody with an adjustable leather strap. Ideal for beginners eager to pick up practical sewing skills.

From Bestseller to Classic: What Makes a Book Endure?

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 12:00 PM

Kepler's Books

Literature

An engaging author-panel at Kepler's Books explores why some novels endure. Elizabeth Rosner, critic John McMurtrie, and Vanessa Hua discuss timeless themes, reader resonance, and what elevates a book to a lasting classic in a lively evening of literary conversation.

Lesbian Power

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 at 12:30 PM

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Conference

An engaging panel at Yerba Buena Center for the Arts examining lesbian power, representation, and activism through voices from the LGBTQ+ community. The discussion invites audiences to explore leadership, visibility, and community impact in a lively, contemporary arts venue in San Francisco.

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