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Catchlight Visual Storytelling Summit Start Date: Saturday 5/3/2025 — End Date: Saturday 5/3/2025 Admission:FREE The CatchLight Visual Storytelling Summit returns to San Francisco on World Press Freedom day with an annual gathering of leaders in photography and visual media, exploring the power of images to shape memory and history. This year's summit, emceed by journalist, author, and educator Pendarvis Harshaw, explores how visual storytelling preserves history, challenges misinformation, and safeguards the integrity of our shared narratives. This year's keynote address will be delivered by the legendary Katgy Ryan who through her 39-year run at the New York Times Magazine as director of photography gave the world some of its most iconic images. While the main-stage presentations feature innovators in visual storytelling, including Harlan Bozeman, photographer and CatchLight 2024 Global Fellow; Ashley Gilbertson, photographer; Elinor Carucci, photographer; Pablo Unzueta, photographer and CatchLight Local Fellow at El Tecolote; Binh Danh, photographer. The summit concludes with the Night of Photojournalism—an immersive experience featuring large-scale visual projections with musical accompaniment, from Gary Jules and DJ Mizu, celebrating the power of photography. Projections will be broadcast throughout the KQED building, with select rooms and areas featuring bars. Location: 2601 Mariposa St Mission District San Francisco Contact: Karen Larsen atticus@larsenassc.com URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-catchlight-visual-storytelling-summit-night-of-photojournalism-tic

Catchlight Visual Storytelling Summit Start Date: Saturday 5/3/2025 — End Date: Saturday 5/3/2025 Admission:FREE The CatchLight Visual Storytelling Summit returns to San Francisco on World Press Freedom day with an annual gathering of leaders in photography and visual media, exploring the power of images to shape memory and history. This year's summit, emceed by journalist, author, and educator Pendarvis Harshaw, explores how visual storytelling preserves history, challenges misinformation, and safeguards the integrity of our shared narratives. This year's keynote address will be delivered by the legendary Katgy Ryan who through her 39-year run at the New York Times Magazine as director of photography gave the world some of its most iconic images. While the main-stage presentations feature innovators in visual storytelling, including Harlan Bozeman, photographer and CatchLight 2024 Global Fellow; Ashley Gilbertson, photographer; Elinor Carucci, photographer; Pablo Unzueta, photographer and CatchLight Local Fellow at El Tecolote; Binh Danh, photographer. The summit concludes with the Night of Photojournalism—an immersive experience featuring large-scale visual projections with musical accompaniment, from Gary Jules and DJ Mizu, celebrating the power of photography. Projections will be broadcast throughout the KQED building, with select rooms and areas featuring bars. Location: 2601 Mariposa St Mission District San Francisco Contact: Karen Larsen atticus@larsenassc.com URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2025-catchlight-visual-storytelling-summit-night-of-photojournalism-tic

SPRING MIXER Start Date: Thursday 4/24/2025 — End Date: Thursday 4/24/2025 Admission:15-25 Celebrate Spring with new single friends San Francisco’s Premiere Contemporary Art Gallery! Dress to impress. This party features a surprise Spring Cocktail, created especially for us! Adults of all ages welcome. Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5-7pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $15/early birds; $25/regular price. LOCATION: Minna Art Gallery, 111 Minna St., San Francisco CA. This beautiful venue features 16 foot ceilings and hospital-grade hepa air filters. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and many other singles organizations and meetups! All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. DISCOUNTS and more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com: •50+ Party, March 23, Napa •Wine Tasting Party, 30s & 40s, March 30, Martinez •Meet Your Match Party, 29-45, April 5, San Francisco •Afterwork Mixer, 30s & 40s, April 8, San Francisco •East Bay Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, April 12, Emeryville •Red Balloon Challenge, 21-45, April 19, San Francisco •Spring Mixer, April 24, San Francisco •Singles Night in the Silicon Valley, 30s & 40s, May 3, Sunnyvale •50+ Party, May 4, Tiburon •Lady in Red, May 10, 20s/30s/40s, San Francisco •Charity Fundraiser Concert & Dance Party, May 24, Mill Valley •It’s Just Breakfast, 40s & 50s, May 25, Sausalito Location: 111 Minna St Yerba Buena San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Living Electric Fair Start Date: Sunday 5/4/2025 — End Date: Sunday 5/4/2025 Admission:Free On May 4th, join us in Downtown Los Altos for the first Living Electric Fair! This free, outdoor event will have a wide array of booths and hands-on activities for all ages to learn about the health benefits of using electric solutions in your home. Do you have questions about replacing your current appliances with electric alternatives? Are you hesitating to make a switch because you want a better grasp of the options available? The Living Electric Fair is the perfect opportunity to learn more about what is on the market in a fun, vibrant setting. This event is being organized in partnership between GreenTown Los Altos, the City of Los Altos, Rotary Club of Los Altos, Anne Wojcicki Foundation, Los Altos Village Association, and State Street Market. Register today to add the event to your calendar! Additional Info: Bike valet will be available Bringing your own water bottle is highly encouraged Location: State St ; 3rd St North Los Altos Los Altos Los Altos Contact: Emily Ruth Ting emily@rightonrefillery.com URL: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/living-electric-fair-tickets-1230917209509

EAST BAY SPEED DATING Start Date: Saturday 4/12/2025 — End Date: Saturday 4/12/2025 Admission:30-45 Meet new friends, 5 minutes at a time, at a fun hotel! Ages 30s and 40s. Dress to impress! Saturday, April 12, 2025, 7-9pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $30/early birds; $45/regular price. SCHEDULE: 6:45 – 7:00 Registration. Complimentary appetizers, served at 6:45pm, as long as they last! 7:00 – 7:15 Speed Dating Introduction 7:15 – 9:00 Speed Dating LOCATION: Hyatt Place (not to be confused with Hyatt House down the street), 5700 Bay Street, next to Bay Street Mall, Emeryville CA 94608. Conveniently located near the junction of Hwy 80, Hwy 880, and the Bay Bridge, so our single friends from San Francisco and the East Bay can enjoy! Limited free parking behind the hotel and underneath hotel. There also is free parking in large parking lots nearby. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Speed Dating with a Twist, 30-45 Mar 20, San Rafael •Spring Speed Dating Party, March 21, Sunnyvale •50+ Party, March 23, Napa •Wine Tasting Party, 30s & 40s, March 30, Martinez •Meet Your Match Party, 29-45, April 5, San Francisco •Afterwork Mixer, 30s & 40s, April 8, San Francisco •East Bay Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, April 12, Emeryville •Red Balloon Challenge, 21-45, April 19, San Francisco •Spring Mixer, April 24, San Francisco •Singles Night in the Silicon Valley , 30s & 40s, May 3, Sunnyvale •50+ Party, May 4, Tiburon •Lady in Red, May 10, 20s/30s/40s, San Francisco Location: 5700 Bay St Emeryville Emeryville Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

AFTERWORK MIXER Start Date: Tuesday 4/8/2025 — End Date: Tuesday 4/8/2025 Admission:15-25 Tired of the same after-work routine? Join us at the stylish Novela for an exclusive mixer for ages 30-49. A chance to meet amazing people in a relaxed, sophisticated atmosphere. Unwind with cocktails and engaging conversations and expand your social circle. Dress to impress. Tuesday, April 8, 2025, 7-9pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS: $15/early birds; $25/regular price. LOCATION: Novela, 662 Mission Street, San Francisco CA. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and dozens of singles organizations and meetups. All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. MORE PARTIES at www.thepartyhotline.com. •Speed Dating with a Twist, 30-45 Mar 20, San Rafael •Spring Speed Dating Party, March 21, Sunnyvale •50+ Party, March 23, Napa •Wine Tasting Party for 30s & 40s, March 30, Martinez •Meet Your Match Party, April 5, San Francisco •Afterwork Mixer, 30-49, April 8, San Francisco •East Bay Speed Dating, April 12, Emeryville •Spring Mixer, April 24, San Francisco •Lady in Red, May 10, San Francisco Location: 662 Mission St Yerba Buena San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Asian and Pacific Islander Arts & Culture Festival Start Date: Saturday 4/26/2025 — End Date: Saturday 4/26/2025 Admission:Free Celebrate Asian and Pacific Islander heritage with live music, dance, food and family art activities at Alameda’s beautiful Bohol Circle Immigrant Park! Experience a lively array of music and dance from local performing ensembles including traditional Hawaiian hula from Alameda’s very own H?lau Makana, folk music from the Philippines with The Sampaguitas, exciting Punjabi folk dance with Dholrhythms Dance Company of Non Stop Bhangra and vibrant drumming from South Korea with Korean Culture Center – Urisawe, and more. Participate in hands-on art activities for kids and tickle your tastebuds with mouthwatering Asian and Pacific inspired foods – all while enjoying the beautiful waterfront views. Location: 687 Sentinel Dr Alameda Alameda Contact: Rhythmix Cultural Works info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/api-festival-2025/

MEET YOUR MATCH PARTY Start Date: Saturday 4/5/2025 — End Date: Saturday 4/5/2025 Admission:40-50 Meet someone special, 29-45, who shares your core values at this fun party at an upscale venue! Matchbox is sweeping the nation, with parties in major cities across America. Sunday, April 5, 2025, 7-9pm. Please check-in 15 minutes early. Dress to impress. The event begins with you filling out a brief questionnaire. Next you mingle with a roomful of eligible professionals. The suspense builds. Who will the Matchbox algorithm match you with? The high point comes when your ideal match is revealed. You are free to converse with your match for the rest of the party, or chat with other friendly eligibles. DISCOUNT TICKETS: $40 (early birds) or $50 (regular price). LOCATION: Press Club, 20 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco, CA. Conveniently located near BART and MUNI. Paid parking available at Fifth & Mission Garage. MATCHING will be powered by Matchbox. It’s a software that uses relationship science to find you your most compatible match at the party. It’s also the same technology behind The Marriage Pact, a tradition at 100+ universities that’s matched more than half a million people to date. HOW IT WORKS: – Upon arrival, you’ll take a matching questionnaire built by Matchbox’s team of relationship scientists. – The Matchbox algorithm will identify your optimal match at the party, based on relationship science, AI, and Nobel Prize-winning economics. – After mingling with the whole group, matches are revealed! WHO IT’S FOR: – The matching process is highly intentional—come with an open mind! – If your match isn’t love at first sight, that’s okay! The algorithm is designed for long-term compatibility, so at baseline, you’ll be values-aligned. – At the end of the day, this will be a great group of single people. Enjoy meeting everyone, and remember to be kind. EVENT STRUCTURE: – This event is highly intentional and the matching will proceed on schedule. Please be on time. – 7:00pm—the event begins on time – 7:30pm—doors close, The Algorithm begins computing matches – 8:00pm—a series of clues – 8:15pm—matches revealed – 9:00pm—event concludes FAQs: Q: What is your refund policy? A: We need to balance the party, and that involves planning! So no refunds can be granted within 5 days of the event. Q: What if I don’t get a match? A: We aim to maintain a 50/50 male to female ratio but cannot guarantee that all attendees will show up, as life happens. If there is an uneven split, some matches will be paired platonically. But we hope you might make new friends. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and many other singles organizations and meetups! All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. DISCOUNTS and more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com: •Millennials Party, March 8, San Francisco •Spring Fever Party at The Mansion, March 8, East Bay Hills. •St Patrick’s Eve Party, March 16, San Carlos •Speed Dating with a Twist, 30-45 Mar 20, San Rafael •Spring Speed Dating Party, March 21, Sunnyvale •50+ Party, March 23, Napa •Wine Tasting Party for 30s & 40s, March 30, Martinez •Meet Your Match Party, April 5, San Francisco •East Bay Speed Dating, April 12, Emeryville •Spring Mixer, April 24, San Francisco Location: 20 Yerba Buena Ln Yerba Buena San Francisco Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

"There is another way" Screening Start Date: Thursday 3/13/2025 — End Date: Thursday 3/13/2025 Admission:$14.50 general admission THERE IS ANOTHER WAY, directed by Stephen Apkon, tells the continuing story of Combatants for Peace, a group of visionaries who refuse to surrender to violence and injustice, and in doing so show that another path is possible – for them, for us, and for all humanity. As we are all faced with essential questions about who we are, will we choose collective liberation, where the needs, rights, and safety of all are prioritized – in which our humanity comes first, knowing that no one is free until everyone is free. Combatants for Peace, nominated for two Nobel Peace Prizes, is an extraordinary bi-national group of former enemy combatants – Israelis and Palestinians – working together during an ongoing armed conflict. Confronted with the devastation and escalating violence of October 7th and the war in Gaza, the very core of the movement faces great challenges in showing that there is another way. Following the screening will be a Q&A with the filmmaker Stephen Apkon and with two members of Combatants for Peace – Iris Gur and Mai Shahin. Iris Gur, a former school principal and educator, has led transformative changes in education and human rights advocacy. With advanced degrees in educational leadership and mathematics, Iris combines expertise and compassion to empower individuals and communities. Mai Shahin, a therapist and activist, has over 12 years of experience in conflict resolution, specializing in nonviolent communication and trauma therapy. Mai draws from her identity as a Palestinian woman to promote understanding and resilience through nonviolence and compassion. Location: 1118 4th St San Rafael San Rafael Contact: Larsen Associates publicity@larsenassc.com URL: https://rafaelfilm.cafilm.org/there-is-no-other-way/

Wine Tasting Party for Single Professionals, 30s and 40s! Start Date: Sunday 3/30/2025 — End Date: Sunday 3/30/2025 Admission:20-30 Meet single professionals in their 30s and 40s who appreciate fine wine at a fun winery! Dress to impress. Sunday, March 30, 2025, 3-5pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $20/early birds; $30/regular price. Includes 3 free tastes! LOCATION: William Welch Wines, 837 Main Street, Downtown Martinez, CA. Free street parking and also free large parking lot a block away! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, and many other singles organizations and meetups! All events benefit The Seva Foundation, to restore sight to the blind. DISCOUNTS and more parties at www.thepartyhotline.com: •50+ Party, March 1, Burlingame •Millennials Party, March 8, San Francisco •Spring Fever Party at The Mansion, March 8, East Bay Hills •St Patrick’s Eve Party, March 16, San Carlos •Speed Dating with a Twist, 30-45 Mar 20, San Rafael •50+ Party, March 23, Napa •Wine Tasting Party for 30s & 40s, March 30, Martinez •Matchbox Matchmaking Party, April 5, San Francisco •East Bay Speed Dating, April 12, Emeryville •Spring Mixer, April 24, San Francisco Location: 837 Main St Martinez Martinez Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com