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Trivia Tuesday at Shotski’s Alpine Lodge | Sunset Trivia

Wed, Sep 30, 2:00 AM

From San Francisco Trivia Nights & Social Club | Sunset Trivia

Looking for **Trivia Tuesday** in San Francisco? Join us every Tuesday at 7 PM for Sunset Trivia at **Shotski’s Alpine Lodge!** 🧠🍻 Bring your smartest friends, come solo and find a team, or recruit that one person who knows a suspicious amount of random facts. Expect questions covering everything from pop culture and music to sports, history, and general knowledge. It’s free to play, hosted live, played right from your phone, and there are prizes for the top teams. Grab a table and get ready to Think. Drink. Win.! 🏆

1 attendee

Blood on the Clocktower in Mission Bay!

Sun, Oct 11, 6:00 PM

From San Francisco Bay Area Blood on the Clocktower

4.9

Our next Genentech Hall event will be on **Sunday** October 11th! We usually have 2-3 games going on, there will always be a circle for any newcomers! We expect about 30-40 people to RSVP on Discord. Let us know if there is any particular script you want to play or if you want to storytell! **Please review and be familiar with our [best practices](https://docs.google.com/document/d/15WL2Da0003h5V-5p_JRNxjJ_gLsl2KKFzkfxyNM7K6E/edit?usp=sharing).** Call 510-457-1355 or ping Felicia (@crimson_flowers), Lily (@lilyblep) or Jim/ddz (@ddz7137) on Discord in the event thread if you need to get in or are lost. Make sure to have us added as friends as we don't get notifications for friend requests. A good number of attendees arrive between 11:00-11:30, but people come and go throughout the day, so feel free to show up and leave whenever you like - no need to be there for the whole day. If you text or call us, please give your Meetup/Discord name (some people both call and message on Discord and it's unclear whether we've already picked them up or not). Please come to the side entrance (not the main entrance) when you search for 1705 Owens St on Google Maps. You need badge access to enter so contact us to get inside. See [these images](https://imgur.com/a/roVuZ3S) for entrance location and parking details. There will be snacks and drinks and feel free to order food. The area has free and paid parking. Free parking is around a 5 min walk from Genentech Hall (near Mississippi and 17th). Join the [California Clocktower discord](https://discord.gg/ACwrXxtWyY) for more events!

17 attendees

Blood on the Clocktower in Berkeley!

Thu, Oct 8, 1:30 AM

From San Francisco Bay Area Blood on the Clocktower

4.9

Depending on runtime of games, we could be playing 2-4 games. It's beginner-friendly, so we can teach you how to play the game. We're likely to play Trouble Brewing and move to Base 3 and light customs as the group gets comfortable. There's space for one circle. We're playing at Tabletop Library, sign-up link will be provided later and we will be in the back!

6 attendees

Profs & Pints San Francisco: The Rise of Vampires

Tue, Oct 13, 1:30 AM

From Profs and Pints San Francisco Bay Area

4.6

[Profs and Pints San Francisco](https://www.profsandpints.com/sfbayarea) presents: **“The Rise of Vampires,”** on the folkloric origins and literary evolution of today’s fanged fiends, with Sara Hackenberg, professor of English at San Francisco State University and scholar of Victorian literature and literature’s vampire tradition. [Tickets must be purchased online, at [https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/san-francisco-rise-of-vampires](https://events.ticketleap.com/tickets/profsandpints/san-francisco-rise-of-vampires) .] Did you know that vampires sprang from literature nearly a whole century before Bram Stoker wrote *Dracula*, and that they prowled in folklore for centuries before that? You’d have to visit a lot of gravesites to witness the unearthing of as many vampires as will be raised at the October 12th debut of Profs and Pints at The Dairy community space at San Francisco’s Presidio Sports Basement. The excavation will be carried out by Professor Sara Hackenberg, who previously has given excellent Profs and Pints talks on vampires and Christmas ghost stories. She’ll show you the vampire beneath the vampire beneath the vampire, tracing their evolution in old European folklore and the English literature of the nineteenth-century. You’ll get to know the seductive, snaky Lamia in Samuel Taylor Coleridge’s 1816 poem “Christabel” and the sapphic seductress at the center of Joseph Sheridan Le Fanu’s 1872 novella Carmilla. You’ll spend time with the mad, bad, and dangerous Byronic vampire that originated in John Polidori’s 1819 gothic horror story “The Vampyre,” found his way into theatrical adaptations such as James Planché’s 1820 “The Bride of the Isles,” and then stalked through cheap popular publications–known as “penny bloods” or later as “penny dreadfuls”—such as James Malcolm Rymer’s mid-1800s serial *Varney, The Vampire.* We’ll consider how Bram Stoker was influenced by all of these texts and folded a variety of characteristics of their fearsome femmes and hommes fatales into Count Dracula, the most famous literary vampire of all. (Advance tickets: $13.50 plus processing fees. Door price: $17, or $15 with a student ID. Listed time is for doors. The talk starts 30 minutes later.) Image: “The Premature Burial,” an 1854 painting by Antoine Wiertz (Wiertz Museum / Wikimedia).

10 attendees

Organic vegan food and live music on Fridays

Sat, Oct 3, 2:30 AM

From Friday Vegan/Live-food Happy Hour & Dinner with Live Music

4.7

> Enjoy organic Latin and international plant-based cooked and live food with live music. "in this magical place, a little island of the future where those who enter her doors are forever transformed by the spirit of the music and dance that takes them in. You’ll find it on a little side street in San Francisco’s old Latin Quarter somewhere between Chinatown, Fisherman’s Wharf and endless Italian late night cafes." > Robin Williams took to the stage here and said “This place is amazing, this is the kind of place that would make even the Amish dance” > To celebrate our 25th year in Peña Pachamama we have performances CARNAVAL SATURDAYS. Reserve a show https://www.penapachamama.com

1 attendee

Mission 5k fun run! | Teeth Bar SF

Tue, Sep 29, 1:30 AM

From SF Mission Fun Runs

5.0

Join us this week at Teeth in the Mission! We will run the route below. Don't forget your IDs. [Link to the Route](https://onthegomap.com/s/1e7eh864) West on 19th North on Sanchez West on 16th Up and over Corona Heights East on State South on Castro East on 17th South on Noe East on 19th back to the bar! \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- We host a weekly 5km run every Monday evening, starting and ending at a \*bar in or near the Mission District. We keep a moderate pace so no one runs alone – it's a fun run, not all-out. It is, however, recommended that you are able to run around 3 miles (5Km) consistently but if that's an issue, bring a buddy along or shorten the route to your liking. Join for a drink/snack/chat after the run -- we love to meet our neighbors!

9 attendees

B&B 1st THURSDAY for T1 Diabetes (at Drake's!)

Fri, Oct 2, 2:00 AM

From Closed Loop Artificial Pancreas Systems

4.8

Hi All, Hope you can come to the all-you-need-to-know about type 1 diabetes and all-the-type 1s-you-need-to-know meeting! And what better way with beer & pizza? Katie Craft from USCF Diabetes, Julia Philips from DYF, and I are co-hosting the E Bay Beer & Basals meeting. This is the former CarbDM "B&B" which we are continuing due to popular demand. Come to find out about the newest in diabetes technologies, devices, insulins, as well as practical tips and tricks for living our best lives. DIY Loop & DIY iAPS system users are welcome, although you don't have to be using any specific system or brand. All are welcome! It's a fun evening with other T1s, significant others, friends, and family. The meeting is a casual, 'gather-around' format. If specific topics are requested and can't be answered or given enough attention in the B&B meetings we can hold other ones as needed. Meetings are mostly on the 1st THURSDAY: 7-9:00 pm \*\*\*\*\*Drake's Dealership (pub/pizza)\*\*\* Upcoming meetings in 2026: 1st Thursday, NOV 5 1st Thursday, DEC 3 Look forward to seeing you! Thanks and take care, Jessica

1 attendee

Werewolf Potluck

Sat, Oct 3, 9:00 PM

From Werewolf Players of SF Bay Area

4.9

New players always welcome, we are friendly and can teach you [how to play](https://docs.google.com/document/d/10hhAtoAWkwjAOFjkcYgia2Dm0Im1M3Vr2DwvC7hu9uE/edit?tab=t.0) including our [7 house rules](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-W7kjNNWEmFptS6uz3jQAKLP_ZZJ1ntYECg0GTdAXCo/edit?fbclid=IwY2xjawMPQONleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFlNks3Y3ZCNTU2R0p2OVBFAR4O3SLi5Cqapu5FIQxkyu2XCRfVQWRL96uix08e3hbapt7ZBAUCGDOdFLXAIQ_aem_27HEyDvk1X1alLK8co7hLw&tab=t.0) that make it such a fun and unique experience that you will love! Adults only. Bring your friends, but RSVP required for each guest. **Please bring some food or drink to share so you can stay and play all day!** Arrive anytime and join the next village. We run games in two rooms, so the dead can join whichever game starts next. We host at our home in Brisbane. We have a dog who will be in daycare and a cat who will be in your lap if you let her. Keep shoes on inside. ***Join our Facebook group where members host unofficial events*** (https://www.facebook.com/groups/werewolfsf/) **Village Guidelines:** • No insults, No criticism after game, Share the floor • Don't make it personal, don't take it personal **Moderator Guidelines:** • Enforce rules but be light-hearted. • Use our house rules (and play with us before moderating) • Get pre-approval on any experimental roles ***Please update your RSVP (including wait list) if you can't make it.*** *Late cancels, no shows, and crashers without RSVP take spots away from others, so repeat offenders will be removed from our group*

28 attendees

Hope @ Alamo Drafthouse

Tue, Sep 29, 4:00 AM

From Thrills and Chills - Bay Area Horror and Sci-Fi Movies

4.6

Going to catch this excellent korean horror thriller before it leaves theaters. Showtime is 9.10 pm .. we'll meet at 9 at the theater. Tickets: https://drafthouse.com/sf/show/hope-2026?sessionId=83282&cinemaId=0801&date=2026-09-28 I have seat 6 in row 2 if you want to sit close. Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mYRc2Gl7geY

2 attendees

Walk & Talk About Life's Big Questions

Sat, Oct 3, 3:00 PM

From The Board Walks – San Francisco

5.0

[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).

13 attendees

Mission 5k fun run! | TBD

Tue, Oct 6, 1:30 AM

From SF Mission Fun Runs

5.0

We host a weekly 5km run every Monday evening, starting and ending at a \*bar in or near the Mission District. We keep a moderate pace so no one runs alone – it's a fun run, not all-out. It is, however, recommended that you are able to run around 3 miles (5Km) consistently but if that's an issue, bring a buddy along or shorten the route to your liking. Join for a drink/snack/chat after the run -- we love to meet our neighbors!

2 attendees

Sputter night!

Fri, Oct 2, 2:00 AM

From Counter Culture Labs

4.8

We're trying to bring an old Edwards sputtering machine back to life! Everyone has varying levels of experience with vacuum and deposition technologies from decades of work in industry to "I just read the wikipedia article and sputtering sounds neat" Come hang out and help us get to first plasma and then hopefully full sputtering soon after!

1 attendee

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Frequently asked questions

Easily search for blood drives in San Francisco on Meetup. Use location filters to discover events happening close to you, enabling easy participation.

Yes, you can join multiple blood drives. Meetup allows you to RSVP to various events, offering flexibility for frequent participation.

Blood drives aim to collect vital blood donations for those in need. These events enable community members to contribute positively and potentially save lives.

While Meetup is free to use, events like blood drives may require specific actions, such as registration, organized by the host group.

Blood drives are usually set up by groups or organizations that handle registration, collection, and guidance at the event, ensuring a smooth process.

Meetup's availability depends on local organizers. While it facilitates event discovery, it cannot ensure the presence of blood drives in every area.

Typically, blood drives need prior registration. This helps organize and plan for participant needs and ensures a smooth event flow.

Joining a blood drive supports the community by replenishing vital blood supplies, helping those in critical need of transfusions, and enhancing local health services.

Expect a welcoming event where you register, donate, and possibly relax with refreshments afterward. Hosts typically ensure a comfortable experience for all.

Yes, the size and scope of blood drives may vary. Some are large-scale events, while others might be smaller and more intimate, based on organizational reach.

Meetup hosts a variety of events beyond charity, including hobbies, networking, and learning opportunities. Blood drives are one of many impactful event types.

The frequency of blood drives in SF can vary. Some organizers hold regular events, while others might have ad-hoc schedules based on community need.

Blood donation depends on scheduled events. It's advised to check Meetup frequently for upcoming opportunities in your area for timely participation.

Not all may be listed on Meetup, as availability relies on groups organizing them. Regularly browsing can help discover additional opportunities.

While most organizers strive for quality and meaningful engagement, experiences might vary due to event size and location.

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