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: Monday, October 26, 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.**

Evening walk & talk at Lake Merritt 🌙✨

Let’s get our steps in! Meet that the Fairlyland arch at the corner of Grand Ave and Belleview Ave. We will walk the circumference of Lake Merritt (about 3 miles). Wear appropriate shoes, dress warm, and bring a headlamp if you’re so inclined. No dogs please! 🐕 See you at the lake!

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

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!

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

Stitch & Sip

Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, cross-stitch, or any project you are working on. 
If you are an absolute beginner and would like to get started, I suggest picking up a kit to get you started on a project.

Let in the Wow: Luxurious Walking in Delight Zen Mindfulness

Sunset Hike to West Peak from Pantoll at 5PM

5 miles/ 1100 ft elevation gain Join Docent Franklin Young to watch the sunset from West Peak at 6:14PM. Please note that we’ll leave Pantoll promptly at 5PM. We’ll start our return in twilight and then go down the rebuilt Easy Grade trail in darkness. Moderate pace. HIKE DOCENTS have passed a background check under the California State Parks Volunteers In the Park Program (VIPP). Sign up: through our Meetup page. This hike is limited to 19 so don’t forget to cancel if you can’t make it. Please check that Meetup page for any updates, cancellation… Trails: Pantoll to Old Mine to Mountaintop to West Peak to Mountaintop to Easy Grade to Pantoll Meeting place: Pantoll by the Friends of Mt. Tam trailer Parking: Please park in the Pantoll lot. There is a $8 fee. Exact change or QR code. Nearby parking spaces are closed after dark. Mandatory: Headlights/flashlights Recommended: sturdy shoes and poles

We Return to Diamond Hts., for more - Exercise, Architectural & Grand Views

Lots of beautiful vistas in this neighborhood that was built up after WW II. About two or three miles today over very very hilly terrain. If we haven't done it beforehand we'll pick where we left off at the end of the March 1, 2026, Diamond Hts. tour where instead of going right when we returned to Diamond Hts.Blvd. we'll go left and up the hill for more exploring. Then join us afterward at Creighton Cafe for a choice of great sandwiches in a delightful outdoor setting at the Diamond Hts. Shopping Center. Meet at the Safeway Supermarket entrance off Diamond Hts. Blvd. Muni bus #35 or #52. Glen Park BART station is in the vicinity. When I do a tour to a new neighborhood I've only done once before, like Diamond Hts., it is extra fun and exciting for me. I'll have some basic local historic locations (see the attached photos) and heritage architecture sites (addresses). We'll find these with an excellent map with a great pre-planned route to follow. So join, me in exploring this San Francisco neighborhood on a new tour for all of us. I'll have hard copies of the route map and a list of POIs to hand-out to those who like to pitch-in and can help keep us on track. If you have a problem maintaining your social calendar, please be advised! **(Don't be a no-show.)** It's good to give out name tags which I do. I fill out the name tags just before I leave for the tour. This also gives me a way to take attendance. Because name tags that are not picked up, are recorded as no-shows. If you get too many no-shows recorded in your personal Meet-up profile you'll be cancelled from this Meetup. In the photos is a picture of No-show name tags in February 26. (To cancel your RSVP beforehand [please at least 24 hrs. in advance]. Look for the, **"Edit Attendance"** tab at the bottom right hand corner of the screen for lap tops and left, bottom for phones.)

Hallowe'en Eve Parks Around The Panhandle

**Apologies for the change, but I have been asked to officiate a wedding on the 31st, so I am converting this to a Friday roam.** The last time we roamed on Hallowe'en, we were up in the Miraloma neighbourhood, and met some sweet people (and dogs in costume) opening their homes for trick or treat. This year, I thought of reviving a route we have taken a couple of times, to explore four parks around the panhandle, which will take us past perhaps the most famous decorated house in the city - one that has inspired some of its neighbours to step up their game as well. We will tackle a few climbs and dirt paths on the way around, and we will be back before nightfall! If you have an urge to come in costume, I won't stop you! *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.*

Fourth Sunday self assignment