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50th Potrero Hill R&B Festival Start Date: Saturday 10/18/2025 — End Date: Saturday 10/18/2025 Admission:FREE The Potrero Hill R&B Festival returns on Saturday, October 18th from 10am-4pm. Join us as we celebrate local artists, musicians, and the history of Potrero Hill. The festival benefits the Potrero Hill Neighborhood House (NABE), a multi-purpose, multi-generation community house designed by Julia Morgan in operation for over a century. The festival takes place on 20th Street, spanning 4 blocks between Wisconsin Street and Missouri Street. Location: 20th St & Wisconsin St Potrero Hill SF San Francisco Contact: Karen Larsen atticus@larsenassc.com URL: https://potrerofestival.com/

28th United Nations Association Film Festival Start Date: Thursday 10/16/2025 — End Date: Sunday 10/26/2025 Admission:varies Founded in 1998 by Jasmina Bojic, film critic and Stanford educator, UNAFF (United Nations Association Film Festival) is an international documentary film festival originally established to honor the 50th anniversary of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The 28th UNAFF will be held from October 16-26, 2025 exploring the theme MESSAGES FOR THE FUTURE. UNAFF celebrates the power of films dealing with human rights, including environmental themes, women’s issues, racism, child welfare, war and peace. Over its 27 years, UNAFF and its year-round programs have attracted a broad audience from around the Bay Area, with many finding the screenings to be a rare chance to engage with different cultures and see the state of human rights around the world and at home. UNAFF promotes education, awareness, and social change through visual storytelling, dialogue, and action. Screening times & locations vary by event. Please check the website for more. Location: 3700 Middlefield Rd Fairmeadow Palo Alto Contact: Information info@unaff.org URL: https://www.unaff.org/2025/schedule.html

Speed Dating Party for 30s and 40s Start Date: Sunday 11/2/2025 — End Date: Sunday 11/2/2025 Admission:30-45 Ready to connect with new people in a low-pressure, high-fun environment? Meet a variety of single professionals in their 30s and 40s, five minutes at a time, at popular Santana Row. It’s the perfect venue to strike up conversations, share laughs, and potentially find a new friend, a great connection, or even something more! We encourage you to dress to impress – show off your unique style and make a great first impression! Sunday, Nov 2, 2025, 3-5pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS: $30/early birds; $45/advance; $55/door, if space permits. We request that everyone purchase at least one drink, so this fine venue invites up back. LOCATION: Suspiro at Santana Row, 3060 Olsen Dr #20, San Jose CA. SCHEDULE: 2:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Registration 3:00 PM – 3:15 PM: Speed Dating Introduction 3:15 PM – 5:00 PM: Speed Dating Sessions. Please note: We may give your spot away if you do not arrive by 3:15pm. These spots are often in great demand! 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. •40s Speed Dating, Oct 5, Novato •Champagne Speed Dating Party, 30s & 40s, Oct 11, Walnut Ck •Speed Dating, 30s & 40s and 50+, Oct 18, Sunnyvale •Salsa Thursday!, Oct 23, Sausalito •40s & 50s Mixer, Oct 26, Tiburon •50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito •Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito •50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco •Speed Dating, 30s & 40s, Nov 12, San Francisco •Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 30s & 40s, Nov 15, Alameda •50 & Fabulous, Nov 23, Tiburon •50+ Holiday Mixer, Dec 7, Los Gatos •New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, TBA Location: Suite 20 3060 Olsen Dr San Jose Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Rhythmix October Happy Hour Start Date: Friday 10/24/2025 — End Date: Friday 10/24/2025 Admission:Free, RSVP suggested $20 donation Join us at Rhythmix Happy Hour and Soak up the Good Vibes while Supporting the Arts! Help kick off our End-of-Year fundraising campaign, enjoy exclusive wines, beers or non-alcoholic beverages and connect with community while learning about Rhythmix’s upcoming events. Light appetizers included. The October Happy Hour will be held outside in the Rhythmix courtyard at our beautifully renovated historic building at 2513 Blanding Ave, Alameda. Connect with friends, experience the Views of Democracy Exhibit in the K Gallery, take a free tour of the theater, and more! $20 Suggested Donation. All donations will go towards our year-end fundraising, helping us continue to produce meaningful and affordable arts programming for the community. Every sip gets us closer to our goal! Dress for an indoor/outdoor event. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Alameda Contact: Rhythmix Cultural Works info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/happy-hour-oct-2025/

HALLOWEEN SPOOKTACULAR! Start Date: Saturday 11/1/2025 — End Date: Saturday 11/1/2025 Admission:45-65 Step into the shadows for the most enchanting Halloween celebration of the season. Transform into your most captivating alter ego and prepare for a night where the supernatural meets sophisticated revelry. Saturday, Nov 1st, 2025, 7pm-1am. This party is open to everyone, 21+, not just single people. DISCOUNT TICKETS: $45/early birds; $65/regular price WHAT AWAITS IN THE DARKNESS? • DJs with Haunting Beats featuring spine-tingling mixes, dance floor anthems, and bewitching soundscapes • Costume Masquerade Contest with prizes for the most spooky, sensational, and creative transformations • Craft Cocktails & Potions expertly mixed by Dita’s renowned bartenders • Atmospheric Lighting creating the perfect ambiance for mysterious encounters • Photo Enchantments with haunting backdrops and ethereal lighting COSTUMES are optional: Embrace your dark side! Whether you choose spooky, silly, or sensational – come as your most creative self. From classic creatures of the night to avant-garde interpretations, let your imagination run wild. ???? THE HAUNTED VENUE: Eria at Dita’s Restaurant, 562 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA. A mystical waterfront setting with spectacular views of the Golden Gate Bridge, The Bay, and The City! ???? THE WITCHING HOURS: Join fellow creatures of the night for an unforgettable evening of music, mystery, and Halloween magic. Dance until the early morning hours in an atmosphere that celebrates the beautiful darkness of All Hallows’ Eve. 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. •40s Speed Dating, Oct 5, Novato •Champagne Speed Dating Party, 30s & 40s, Oct 11, Walnut Ck •Speed Dating, 30s & 40s and 50+, Oct 18, Sunnyvale •40s & 50s Mixer, Oct 26, Tiburon •50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito •Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito •30s and 40s Speed Dating, Nov 2, San Jose •50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco •Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 30s & 40s, Nov 15, Alameda •50 & Fabulous Party, Nov 23, Tiburon •New Years Eve Bash, Dec 31, TBA Location: 562 Bridgeway Sausalito Sausalito Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

50+ Halloween Eve Bash for Single Professionals Start Date: Thursday 10/30/2025 — End Date: Thursday 10/30/2025 Admission:55-65 Our first-ever 50+ Halloween party will be a night to remember! This is your chance to really shine! Dress in your favorite costume (optional) – whether it’s classic spooky, hilariously creative, or elegantly enchanting – and let’s dance the night away! Maybe you will win a prize. It’s going to be a night of pure fun, laughter, and celebrating together. Join us for an evening packed with incredible music, great company, and plenty of opportunities to show off your moves. Thursday, Oct 30, 2025, 7-11pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS: $55/early birds or $65/door. 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. LOCATION: Dita’s (Eria Cafe) Restaurant, with a spectacular view of the Golden Gate Bridge, SF, and The Bay! 562 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA 94965. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Singles Bay Area, Professionals Guild, 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. •50 & Fabulous, 50+, Sep 28, Tiburon •Speed Dating, 40s & 50s, Sep 30, Walnut Creek •Oktoberfest Celebration, 30s & 40s, Oct 4, San Rafael •40s Speed Dating, Oct 5, Novato •Champagne Speed Dating Party, 30s & 40s, Oct 11, Walnut Ck •Speed Dating, 30s & 40s and 50+, Oct 18, Sunnyvale •50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito •Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito •50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco •Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 30s & 40s, Nov 15, Alameda Location: 562 Bridgeway Sausalito Sausalito Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Views of Democracy – Closing Reception Start Date: Saturday 10/25/2025 — End Date: Saturday 10/25/2025 Admission:Free Gratitude and Hope for the Future The country needs an informed and engaged citizenry now, more than ever. Views of Democracy: Gratitude and Hope for the Future celebrates democracy through the eyes of visual artists. Visitors will enjoy the breadth and diversity of the work–from video to sculpture and from painting to photography, textile art and mixed media. Accompanying artists’ statements, are both personal and universal and encourage reflection on democracy and citizenship. Join the artists from Views of Democracy and the leaders of Citizen Joy as we reflect on what’s next for us. Presented by Citizen Joy. Curated by Jeff Raz and Barbara Kibbe. Exhibit Dates: September 6th – October 25th | Exhibit Photos | Opening Reception Photos Gallery Hours: Wednesdays 6:00-9:00pm, or by appointment. Closing Reception: Saturday, October 25th, 3-5pm Curator’s Statement Views of Democracy is the culmination of more than a year of work to identify and curate a visual art exhibition that celebrates democracy. Conceptualized during 2024, most of the planning for Views of Democracy took place during an election year. We knew that – regardless of the outcome in November – our country needs an informed and engaged citizenry. Our goal was to encourage a deeper collective commitment to learn about and participate in our democratic system, shining a light on what we have to be grateful for as well as the work to be done. We were impressed by the breadth and diversity of the work submitted, and inspired by the artists’ statements, which are both personal and universal. The statements and the art give gallery visitors an opportunity to reflect on their own experience and views of democracy. In Views of Democracy, you will see a wide range of media and technique, from video to sculpture and from painting to photography, textile art and mixed media. Some of the works are representational, others are fantastical; some are abstract, others include narrative. Several pieces in the show reference traditional symbols of America, some honor public institutions and some focus specifically on joy. Joy and art can be acts of resistance. Jeff Raz, Juror Citizen Joy Founder About Citizen Joy Citizen Joy is a national coalition of artists, arts organizations and educators from all disciplines that are using art to cut through the doom and gloom about politics, explore what we have (and could lose) as citizens, and energize people to do what they can to protect democratic rights and freedoms (like voting!). About the Curator Jeff Raz has performed nationally and internationally and co-founded five arts organizations, including Citizen Joy. He has also written four books and twenty plays, directed dozens of theater and circus productions, and worked globally as a communications consultant. Views of Democracy is the first art exhibit that Jeff has helped create. Artwork Credit: Kevin Daniels, “The Rights and Rites of Protest”, 2024. Location: 2513 Blanding Ave Alameda Alameda Contact: Rhythmix Cultural Works info@rhythmix.org URL: https://www.rhythmix.org/events/views-of-democracy/

Speed Dating for 30s/40s and 50+! Start Date: Saturday 10/18/2025 — End Date: Saturday 10/18/2025 Admission:30-50 Meet new friends, 5 minutes at a time, at this fun party at an upscale hotel! Dress to impress. Saturday, October 18, 2025, 7-10pm. TWO AGE GROUPS: 7:00- 8:30pm – Speed Dating for ages 50+ 8:30-10:00pm – Speed Dating for ages 30s to 40s DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $30/Early Birds $40/Advance $50/Door (if we have space Meet in your age group). We advise you to prepay early, as our speed dating events often sell out! We ask everyone to purchase at least one drink, so this fine hotel invites us back! LOCATION: Domain Hotel, 1085 E El Camino, Sunnyvale CA. Free parking! CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Your Asian Connection, Bay Area Singles Events and Travel, 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. •Advanced Degrees Mixer, Adults of all ages, Sep 20, Sunnyvale •National Singles Week Speed Dating, 25-39, Sep 25, Sausalito •50 & Fabulous, 50+, Sep 28, Tiburon •Speed Dating, 40s & 50s, Sep 30, Walnut Creek •Oktoberfest Celebration, 30s & 40s, Oct 4, San Rafael •40s Speed Dating, Oct 5, Novato •Champagne Speed Dating Party, 30s & 40s, Oct 11, Walnut Creek •Speed Dating, 30s & 40s and 50+, Oct 18, Sunnyvale •50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito •Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito •50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco •Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 40s & 50s, Nov 15, Alameda Location: 1085 E El Camino Real Ponderosa Park Sunnyvale Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Champagne Speed Dating, 30s and 40s Start Date: Saturday 10/11/2025 — End Date: Saturday 10/11/2025 Admission:30-55 Meet new single friends, 30s & 40s, 5 minutes at a time, at a lovely Champagne Lounge in the heart of Walnut Creek! Dress to impress and prepare for an evening of engaging conversations and exciting possibilities. Whether you’re looking for friendship, romance, or just a fun night out, this is the perfect opportunity to expand your social circle. Saturday, Oct 11, 2025, 7-9pm. Please note: There is also a Speed Dating Party at this location on Sep 30 for 40s and 50s. DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $30/early birds. $45/advance. $55/door, if space permits. We often sell out, so we strongly suggest you prepay early! Ticket does NOT include champagne, food, or other refreshments. Please support the venue by purchasing at least one drink. This helps us continue to book great spaces for our events. LOCATION: Fizz Champagne & Bubbles Bar in Walnut Creek, 1652 Bonanza St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. SCHEDULE: 6:45 PM – 7:00 PM: Registration 7:00 PM – 7:15 PM: Speed Dating Introduction 7:15 PM – 9:00 PM: Speed Dating Sessions CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, Your Asian Connection, Bay Area Singles Events and Travel, 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. •Sip, Spark & Connect, 40s & 50s, Sep 13, San Francisco •Salsa Thursday! Adults of all ages, Sep 18, Sausalito •Advanced Degrees Mixer, all ages, Sep 20, Sunnyvale •National Singles Week Speed Dating, 25-39, Sep 25, Sausalito •50 & Fabulous, 50+, Sep 28, Tiburon •Speed Dating, 40s & 50s, Sep 30, Walnut Creek •Oktoberfest Celebration, 30s & 40s, Oct 4, San Rafael •40s Speed Dating, Oct 5, Novato •Champagne Speed Dating Party, 30s & 40s, Oct 11, Walnut Ck •50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito •Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito •50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco •Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 40s & 50s, Nov 15, Alameda Location: 1652 Bonanza St Walnut Creek Walnut Creek Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com

Oktoberfest Celebration for Single Professionals Start Date: Saturday 10/4/2025 — End Date: Saturday 10/4/2025 Admission:30-55 Celebrate Oktoberfest with new single friends, 30s and 40s, at a wonderful outdoor venue that features great beers! You’re welcome, even if you don’t love beer, since this venue also has hard ciders, delicious wines, and other refreshments and food. Saturday, October 4, 2025, 3-5pm. DISCOUNT TICKETS at www.thepartyhotline.com: $30/early birds; $45/advance; $55/door. Includes FUN Mixer Game, which makes it EASY to meet people; plus fun lawn games. LOCATION: Ounces Outdoors at Northgate Shopping Center, 5800 Northgate Dr, San Rafael, CA. CO-SPONSORED by The Society of Single Professionals, SinglesBayArea, 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. •40s Speed Dating, Sep 9, Novato •Summer Lovin’ Speed Dating, Sep 12, Sunnyvale •Sip, Spark & Connect, 40s & 50s, Sep 13, San Francisco •Salsa Thursday! Adults of all ages, Sep 18, Sausalito •Advanced Degrees Mixer, Adults of all ages, Sep 20, Sunnyvale •National Singles Week Speed Dating, 25-39, Sep 25, Sausalito •50 & Fabulous, 50+, Sep 28, Tiburon •Speed Dating, 40s & 50s, Sep 30, Walnut Creek •Oktoberfest Celebration, 30s & 40s, San Rafael •Champagne Speed Dating Party, 30s & 40s, Oct 11, Walnut Ck •50+ Halloween Eve Bash! Oct 30, Sausalito •Spooktacular Halloween, 21+, Nov 1, Sausalito •50+ Saturday Night Fever! Nov 8, San Francisco •Single Mingle along the Waterfront, 40s & 50s, Nov 15, Alameda Location: 5800 Northgate Dr San Rafael San Rafael Contact: Rich Gosse rich@richgosse.com URL: https://www.thepartyhotline.com