NEXT Village Events
Be Still, Breathe, and Smile—Mindful Meditation for Women
Every week on Friday ongoing
Instructors:
Catherine Hampton
The practice of meditation is a sure pathway to experiencing a deeper sense of peace in life, a greater sense of well-being, and an expanded sense of compassion and connection with others. In this class we will learn about and practice various types of meditation techniques, including silent and guided meditation, movement and mantra meditation, mindful breathing, and more. Whether you are a first-time meditator, you are seeking to deepen your daily practice, or you are just curious about what meditation is, this weekly gathering is a safe, uplifting container for the exploration and practice of the ancient spiritual art of meditation.
Let this class be your gift to yourself!
Instructor: Catherine Hampton has been practicing meditation for over twenty years. Through the Centers For Spiritual Living, she has taught meditation classes and facilitated meditation circles and groups. Catherine is versed in a variety of meditation techniques and looks forward to sharing the art and practice of mindful meditation with the NEXT Village community weekly on Friday.
Currently a waitlist. Members only.
Let this class be your gift to yourself!
Instructor: Catherine Hampton has been practicing meditation for over twenty years. Through the Centers For Spiritual Living, she has taught meditation classes and facilitated meditation circles and groups. Catherine is versed in a variety of meditation techniques and looks forward to sharing the art and practice of mindful meditation with the NEXT Village community weekly on Friday.
Currently a waitlist. Members only.
Bocce and Boules
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
Instructors:
Rod Freebairn-Smith
Every Tuesday Afternoon
1:30 - 5:00 pm
North Beach Library Courts, Lombard at Columbus
1:30 - 5:00 pm
North Beach Library Courts, Lombard at Columbus
North Beach Bocce and NEXT Village welcome you to our weekly Bocce and Boules games. Everyone is welcome. No prior skill is required. Pleasant Times with Friends, Neighbors, and Strangers you’ll like. Potluck food and drink. It’s free, and it's friendly.
You don’t have to join anything, but you might greatly enjoy membership in NEXT Village. www.nextvillagesf.org
Questions about Bocce? Contact Rod Freebairn-Smith, rf-s@f-sc.com
Lunch Is Served! Lunch With The Bunch!
Every month on Thursday ongoing
Instructors:
Janet Crane
Join other vaccinated members for our monthly Lunch with The Bunch, 11:30 am. Location varies each month.
Advance registration is required so we know how many seats to reserve. You can register on this form, or call the NEXT Village Office at 415-888-2868 if you have problems registering online.
Advance registration is required so we know how many seats to reserve. You can register on this form, or call the NEXT Village Office at 415-888-2868 if you have problems registering online.
NEXT Village New Member Orientation - On Zoom
Every month on Wednesday ongoing
New and old members, and curious folks, please join us on Zoom as we explain in more detail about member benefits, how to access the volunteer coordinator, sign up for events, and most importantly, to meet other new members. Even if you've been a member for awhile, there will be something to learn.
We'll have a brief member orientation from the executive director and the volunteer coordinator, time for Q&A, plus, it's a nice way to meet other new Village members.
Spread the love/word - feel free to tell your friends to register as well.
We'll have a brief member orientation from the executive director and the volunteer coordinator, time for Q&A, plus, it's a nice way to meet other new Village members.
Spread the love/word - feel free to tell your friends to register as well.
Reading Circle
Every month on Wednesday ongoing
Instructors:
Kimberlee "Kim" Rotchy
Join us for our monthly Reading Circle. Read what you like and tell us about it! We'll be meeting at Sacred Taco, 1875 Union Street. Call Kim for more details at 415-317-1855.
NEXT Village New Member Orientation
Every month on Tuesday ongoing
Instructors:
Jacqueline Zimmer Jones
New and old members, and curious folks, please join us as we explain in more detail about member benefits, how to access the volunteer coordinator, sign up for events, and most importantly, to meet other new members. Even if you've been a member for awhile, there will be something to learn.
We'll have a brief member orientation from the executive director and the volunteer coordinator, time for Q&A, plus, it's a nice way to meet other new Village members.
Spread the love/word – feel free to tell your friends to register as well.
We'll have a brief member orientation from the executive director and the volunteer coordinator, time for Q&A, plus, it's a nice way to meet other new Village members.
Spread the love/word – feel free to tell your friends to register as well.
Walking Group -Marina Mondays 10:00 am
Every week on Monday
February 5, 2024 through December 29, 2025 from 10:00AM - 11:30AM PST
(100 sessions total)
Instructors:
Anne Ording
Walking Group in Marina District
Join our walking group in the Marina District with one of our volunteers, Anne Ording. The walks may vary but included below are some example routes with descriptions.
Marina District Walk: Mondays, 10 am
Meeting point: Golden Gate Library, 1801 Green St, San Francisco, CA 94123
Elevation: Minor / 2.5 miles
Description: Either Fort Mason or Presidio and maybe stopping by the Neon Coworking space for some coffee
Sorry, no dogs.
Sorry, no dogs.
North Beach Walking Group #1
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
Instructors:
Deborah Israel
Joining the North Beach walking group is an excellent way to get your steps in and make new connections! We meet every Tuesday.
We will be walking for about an hour around the neighborhood, roughly 2 to 2.5 miles. We will do our best to avoid going up big hills, but any walk around the North Beach area will include some gradual inclines. Optional coffee/tea in a local cafe afterward.
If you have any mobility challenges or things we should be aware of in advance, or if you want to volunteer to help us with walking events, please email info@nextvillagesf.org.
-We hope to see you there!
Please note:
We will be walking for about an hour around the neighborhood, roughly 2 to 2.5 miles. We will do our best to avoid going up big hills, but any walk around the North Beach area will include some gradual inclines. Optional coffee/tea in a local cafe afterward.
If you have any mobility challenges or things we should be aware of in advance, or if you want to volunteer to help us with walking events, please email info@nextvillagesf.org.
-We hope to see you there!
Please note:
- This is an in-person event.
- You must be fully Covid vaccinated to attend.
- You must be able to walk unassisted for 45 minutes. This is a paved route so it is accessible for walkers/rollators and wheelchairs, but you must be able to cover the distance without support or assistance.
- By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you are fully COVID-19 vaccinated, can walk a minimum of 45 minutes unassisted, and that you won't hold NEXT Village liable for things that (hopefully won't) could happen when you are out for a walk.
- Sorry, no dogs
Balance Class
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
Instructors:
Jenn Kadri
Please join us for our Fit For Life: Balance Class!
Thank you for your interest in this event. Due to its popularity, this class is full and is limited to members of NEXT Village. Members can register for this class and will be added to the waitlist. As space becomes available, we will let you know. Classes will take place at the North Beach Library, on Tuesdays at 1:00 PM.
Balance is important to living life on your terms. Strengthen the muscles that help keep you upright, including your legs and core. This class will support you in gaining better balance for everyday movement.
Classes will be led by Jenn Kadri. She is a Certified Personal Trainer, Certified Nutrition Coach, and Behavior Change Specialist. Her philosophy is that a breakthrough in fitness is a breakthrough in life. That is why she has devoted the past 20 years to supporting people in living happier, healthier lives through fitness and nutrition coaching. She is the owner of Jenneration Fit at 1441 Grant Ave. www.jennerationfit.com
For additional information you can contact Jacqueline at jjones@nextvillagesf.org or 415-888-2868 (0) 503-551-2328 (M) or the library at 415-355-5626
Writing Group
Every 2 weeks on Wednesday ongoing
Online and open to everyone! We are an informal, facilitated writing group. Capacity limited to 10. Members receive priority.
If you have any questions please contact us at info@nextvillagesf.org or call 415-88-2868.
If you have any questions please contact us at info@nextvillagesf.org or call 415-88-2868.
Cheers! Happy Hour
Every month on Wednesday ongoing
Instructors:
Kimberlee "Kim" Rotchy
Come mix and mingle with other NEXT members. Everyone is welcome, but please be sure to register! Location varies each month. For more details, call or email Kim at 415-317-1855 or kimrotchy@hotmail.com.
Be sure to leave early enough to find a parking space. To find public lots in San Francisco, click here: https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots
Be sure to leave early enough to find a parking space. To find public lots in San Francisco, click here: https://www.sfmta.com/garages-lots
Volunteer Orientation
Every 2 weeks on Monday
February 3, 2025 through December 22, 2025 from 12:00PM - 1:00PM PST
(24 sessions total)
Join volunteer coordinator, Camille Kelem, and learn all about NEXT Village and how to get involved. We will cover what NEXT volunteers do and how they support members aging in place. We will also review important policies and procedures and finish by answering any of your questions.
We will meet online, so feel free to keep your pajamas on! Please show up ready to engage and learn about getting involved with NEXT Village!
We will meet online, so feel free to keep your pajamas on! Please show up ready to engage and learn about getting involved with NEXT Village!
Walking Group #4 - Golden Gateway/Barbary Coast
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
The Walking Group Returns – Let’s Get Moving!
Great news! Our walking group is back, and we’re excited to explore the city streets together again. Whether you’re a long-time participant or new to the group, we’d love for you to join us for some fresh air, exercise, and great company.
We are walking in the Golden Gateway/Barbary Coast area. The walk route may vary.
When: Tuesdays, at 10 am
Great news! Our walking group is back, and we’re excited to explore the city streets together again. Whether you’re a long-time participant or new to the group, we’d love for you to join us for some fresh air, exercise, and great company.
We are walking in the Golden Gateway/Barbary Coast area. The walk route may vary.
When: Tuesdays, at 10 am
Meeting point: Starbucks, 99 Jackson St. @ Davis
Elevation: Minor / 1.5 - 2.5 miles
Let’s reconnect, enjoy the city sights, and stay active together. Bring a friend, your walking shoes, and your positive energy!
Let’s reconnect, enjoy the city sights, and stay active together. Bring a friend, your walking shoes, and your positive energy!
Please be sure to register so we know how many participants to expect.
Sorry, no dogs.
Sorry, no dogs.
Gentle Chair Yoga with Michelle
Every week on Thursday
February 6, 2025 through July 31, 2025 from 9:00AM - 10:00AM PST
(26 sessions total)
Join Thursday morning practice with Michelle! The class starts with a short section of self-massage, followed by a 45-minute flow, and ends with breathwork and a 1-minute meditation.
Bio: Michelle is a certified Hatha Yoga instructor trained at the Integral Institute in NYC. Passionate about making yoga accessible to all, she focuses on serving underserved communities.
Yoga Teaching Experience:
- Hatha Yoga Instructor | Self-employed | Dec 2024–Present
- Certifications: RYT® 200 | Yoga Alliance | Dec 2024–Present
- 200-Hour Yoga Teacher Certificate | Integral Yoga Institute | Dec 2024
Lower Nob Hill Coffee Meetup
Every week on Friday
May 2, 2025 through August 1, 2025 from 2:00PM - 3:00PM PDT
(14 sessions total)
Instructors:
Scarlet Newman
Join us for a first-of-its-kind event organized by your fellow NEXT Village members!
Member Scarlett Newman is hosting a weekly coffee & conversation meetup in Lower Nob Hill.
Member Scarlett Newman is hosting a weekly coffee & conversation meetup in Lower Nob Hill.
- When: Fridays at 2 p.m.
- Where: A Cup of Joy, 896 Sutter St. (at Leavenworth)
This is a drop-in weekly event. No need to register. Just show up and join the conversation!
This is an independent event organized by NEXT Village members. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Cow Hollow Coffee and Conversation
Every week on Thursday
May 15, 2025 through June 26, 2025 from 10:00AM - 11:30AM PDT
(7 sessions total)
Join the first male member- and volunteer-founded coffee group for coffee, conversation, and connection every Thursday. The group meets at Union Street Coffee Roastery, which serves fresh coffee, tea, and light snacks. It’s the perfect way to start your day with a smile! Bring a friend or two if you’d like—everyone is welcome.
Please register below so we know who to look out for. We hope to see you there!
Please register below so we know who to look out for. We hope to see you there!
Walking Group - Russian Hill. Thursdays 1:30 pm
Every week on Thursday
June 5, 2025 through August 28, 2025 from 1:30PM - 3:00PM PDT
(13 sessions total)
Instructors:
Anne Ording
Join our walking group in Russian Hill with one of our wonderful volunteers, Anne Ording. The walks may vary but included below are some example routes with descriptions.
Russian Hill Walk - Thursdays, beginning 1:30 PM
Russian Hill Walk - Thursdays, beginning 1:30 PM
Meeting point: Francisco Park at Francisco St. and Larkin St. BY THE BATHROOMS at the top of the park
Elevation: Minor / 2.5 miles
Description: Route varies. We commonly walk along the waterfront through Fort Mason and along the Marina Green. Sometimes we walk east through Fisherman's Wharf toward the Embarcadero and along it.
Sorry, no dogs.
Sorry, no dogs.
Please register in advance so we know how many people to expect.
Women's Discussion Group -- Meaningful Conversations & Connections
Every week on Monday
June 2, 2025 through June 30, 2025 from 2:00PM - 3:30PM PDT
(5 sessions total)
Instructors:
Carole Lewis
Join us to talk about things that matter to you. Facilitated by Carole Lewis, this group for women aged 60+ brings people together to discuss what is on your mind, including how we are navigating aging, transitions, and other topics the group is interested in. Each week offers meaningful discussion topics as well as an opportunity to get to know and make connections with others. Location is in Aquatic Park area and will be emailed to registrants.
About the presenter: Dr. Carole Lewis is a mostly retired Clinical Psychologist with over 40 years of experience.
German Stammtisch - Weekly Conversation Group (Polk St @ Union)
Every week on Tuesday
June 3, 2025 through June 24, 2025 from 2:00PM - 3:00PM PDT
(4 sessions total)
Instructors:
Anke Cruse
Join other German speakers for casual conversation at a local cafe to speak and practice German. This group is a great way to refresh and use your German.
This group meets weekly 2-3PM on Tuesdays (except holidays) in the Russian Hill area. Cafe address on Polk St between Union & Filbert will be sent by email to registrants.
This group meets weekly 2-3PM on Tuesdays (except holidays) in the Russian Hill area. Cafe address on Polk St between Union & Filbert will be sent by email to registrants.
We ask that everyone who attends purchase a coffee/tea, or other drink or bite to support the cafe while we use the table. They have coffee, pastries, cookies, and sweet breads available under $5, plus lots of other tasty bites and drinks if you want something more substantial to snack on there or later.
Moderator: Anke Cruse
Note: this is a conversation group, not a class. Basic conversational abilities are requested as the group endeavors to speak in German throughout (although if someone needs help with words or phrases, Anke and the group are more than willing to help). NEXT Village membership is not required to join this group. Invite friends who'd like to join in the conversation auf Deutsch!
Moderator: Anke Cruse
Note: this is a conversation group, not a class. Basic conversational abilities are requested as the group endeavors to speak in German throughout (although if someone needs help with words or phrases, Anke and the group are more than willing to help). NEXT Village membership is not required to join this group. Invite friends who'd like to join in the conversation auf Deutsch!
Italian Conversation Group - Weekly on Zoom
Every week on Thursday
June 5, 2025 through June 26, 2025 from 11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
(4 sessions total)
Join other intermediate to fluent Italian speakers to speak Italian in an informal and welcoming environment with a fun group of fellow lovers of the language. This casual weekly gathering is perfect for people who want to speak and practice Italian. On Zoom.
Weekly every Thursday at 11 AM on Zoom (except holidays). Don't worry if you can't attend often, join us when you can! Friends are welcome. This conversation group is free and NEXT Village membership is not required.
Note: this is an unmoderated conversation group (not a class) for people conversant in Italian. Ability to participate in a conversation is requested as the group endeavors to speak in Italian the entire session (although if someone needs help with words or phrases, the group is always willing to help!)
Weekly every Thursday at 11 AM on Zoom (except holidays). Don't worry if you can't attend often, join us when you can! Friends are welcome. This conversation group is free and NEXT Village membership is not required.
Note: this is an unmoderated conversation group (not a class) for people conversant in Italian. Ability to participate in a conversation is requested as the group endeavors to speak in Italian the entire session (although if someone needs help with words or phrases, the group is always willing to help!)
French Conversation Group in North Beach (Weekly In Person)
Every week on Thursday
June 5, 2025 through June 26, 2025 from 4:00PM - 5:00PM PDT
(4 sessions total)
Instructors:
Carol Weisner
Join other intermediate to fluent French speakers for a weekly in person conversation workshop to speak and practice French. Conversation topics for the week are provided in advance. If you aren't comfortable speaking extemporaneously in French, check the weekly topics (usually emailed and posted on the French event listing on Monday) so you can prepare in advance or be ready to talk about something else that's on your mind.
This weekly French Conversation Group usually meets weekly Thursdays at 4PM, except holidays.
This conversation group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required. Advance registration is required. Limited to 7 people due to apartment capacity.
Location is usually in North Beach near Washington Square Park. Make sure to check the reminder email the day before each meeting as sometimes location may change.
Note: this is a conversation group (not a class) for people with sufficient language skills to have a conversation in French. If you are a beginner or not yet able to converse readily in French, please seek out a class rather than this group since the group endeavors to converse in French the whole time.
This conversation group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required. Advance registration is required. Limited to 7 people due to apartment capacity.
Location is usually in North Beach near Washington Square Park. Make sure to check the reminder email the day before each meeting as sometimes location may change.
Note: this is a conversation group (not a class) for people with sufficient language skills to have a conversation in French. If you are a beginner or not yet able to converse readily in French, please seek out a class rather than this group since the group endeavors to converse in French the whole time.
Tai Chi with Alex
Every week on Monday
June 9, 2025 through July 28, 2025 from 10:00AM - 11:00AM PDT
(8 sessions total)
Join NEXT's newest offering—a 2-month tai chi program designed to improve balance, flexibility, and overall well-being. Tai chi developed in the 1900s as a martial arts form and has since been appreciated for improving balance. Traditional tai chi consists of 64 movements, but in our session, we'll learn 16 of those steps. The two-month program builds progressively, so participants who are unable to attend at least six sessions should wait until the next session. The class takes place outdoors, under cover, in North Beach. Location given after registration confirmation
Please note: You must register for the info session to join the tai chi course. Click here to register for the info session.
Alex's bio: Alex began teaching martial arts for the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department in 2016. In the next few years, she dedicated 1000+ hours teaching Tai Chi, working across departments including the library, police department and City Hall. Instructor Alex focuses on breaking down movement patterns and simplifying explanations to make information easy to digest for clients.
Alex's bio: Alex began teaching martial arts for the San Francisco Recreation and Parks Department in 2016. In the next few years, she dedicated 1000+ hours teaching Tai Chi, working across departments including the library, police department and City Hall. Instructor Alex focuses on breaking down movement patterns and simplifying explanations to make information easy to digest for clients.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Discovery Tour: Free Resources at the Marina Library
Wednesday, June 11
2:00PM - 3:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Catherine Cormier
You may think you know your library, but on this discovery tour of the Marina Branch Library, you are bound to be delighted at resources that go way beyond books that your local library offers.
Join us for a tour with librarians to learn about free resources available AND how to use them! Some of the things that may be covered include:
Join us for a tour with librarians to learn about free resources available AND how to use them! Some of the things that may be covered include:
- how to use the online library catalog at home or at the library,
- how to find or reserve a books or other media,
- how to confidently use the self checkout system,
- examples of things the librarian at the reference desk can help you with,
- the types of things you can read, view or check out from a library, including CDs, large print books, magazines, newspapers, audio books, videos (DVD, Blu-Ray or streaming on your digital device),
- free resources like free museum passes, Internet access on library computers, and ability to scan, print and fax things for free,
- a demo on how to access eBooks and streaming movies from home on your smartphone, tablet, computer or Kindle
- how to find out about upcoming library branch events
- volunteer opportunities at libraries
Optional: Bring your San Francisco Public Library Card if you have one. If you don't have a library card or can't find it, bring a photo ID and the friendly staff can help you replace or sign up for a library card, if you wish.
SkyStar Wheel Fisherman’s Wharf
Thursday, June 12
1:00PM - 2:00PM PDT
Join us for a breathtaking experience at the SkyStar Wheel at Fisherman’s Wharf!
Soar 150 feet above San Francisco’s iconic waterfront in a state-of-the-art gondola, taking in panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the sparkling Bay.
We will meet at the Sky Walker at 1pm.
2860 Taylor St.,, San Francisco, CA 94111
Soar 150 feet above San Francisco’s iconic waterfront in a state-of-the-art gondola, taking in panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz, and the sparkling Bay.
We will meet at the Sky Walker at 1pm.
2860 Taylor St.,, San Francisco, CA 94111
Lunch with The Bunch kicks off at 11:30 AM at The Socialite Crafthouse & Kitchen, located at 77 Jefferson St. @ Mason St. Enjoy this unforgettable ride paired with delicious bites and great company.
Please note: 35 tickets are available, and members receive priority.
Summer Dance Party -- Dancing with the Divas!
Friday, June 13
1:30PM - 3:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
If you haven't joined us for one of our Dance Parties yet, what are you waiting for? This is the perfect opportunity to have fun even if you have two left feet and haven't danced in decades. You can get on the dance floor or simply come to enjoy the music at this gathering of people primarily aged 50+.
No dance partners required, this is a casual event where you can dance like no one is watching and have fun enjoying a mix of tunes from the ages.
Theme this round is Dancing with the Divas -- highlighting female artists like Gloria Estefan (Conga), Cyndi Lauper (Girls just want to have fun), and Aretha Franklin .(Chain of Fools).
Logistics:
No dance partners required, this is a casual event where you can dance like no one is watching and have fun enjoying a mix of tunes from the ages.
Theme this round is Dancing with the Divas -- highlighting female artists like Gloria Estefan (Conga), Cyndi Lauper (Girls just want to have fun), and Aretha Franklin .(Chain of Fools).
Logistics:
- Music will be on from 1:30-3PM. Arrive & get on the dance floor when you want. Leave or take a break whenever.
- Casual attire or whatever you feel like dancing in. Yes, sneakers are fine. Or if you feel like wearing a Zoot Suit, Bobby Sox, Poodle Skirt or other favorite dancing attire, anything goes!
- We'll have some snacks available, first come first served.
- Friends welcome to this free, open to all event, however advance registration is requested.
This free event is hosted by NEXT Village and Aquatic Park Senior Center.
If you have songs you want considered for the playlist, click here to add songs through a Google form (we keep the suggestions submitted to consider for this & future Dance Parties).
Technology Teach-In: Golden Gatherings & NEXT Connections
Monday, June 16
12:00PM - 12:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Deborah Israel
The Golden Gatherings response sheet is up and running! We create this great big spreadsheet so members can connect with others through shared interests. This presentation will cover how to navigate and use the spreadsheet, with additional time at the end for some examples and to answer any questions.
The spreadsheet is only available for NEXT members, so this is a members-only event.
The spreadsheet is only available for NEXT members, so this is a members-only event.
For one-on-one volunteer support, contact Camille at camille@nextvillagesf.org or 415-574-0156. Have ideas for future Technology Teach-In topics? Share them with us at camille@nextvillagesf.org!
Improv Class on Zoom - Monthly Class
Monday, June 16
1:00PM - 2:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
Join us for our monthly Zoom Improv class. New members welcome!!! No prior experience is necessary.
If you've been wanting to try Improv, this is a great opportunity for you to exercise your creative muscles. Instructor Louise Vogel and her group create a very positive, non-judgmental atmosphere. Give Improvization Theatre a try. You might be surprised at what you can do and how much fun you can have.
Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of our Zoom audience.
Louise offers 2-3 Improv classes each month. Register on this page for her monthly ZOOM Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Monday of the month). See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register from the NEXT Village event calendar at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events for any or all of our free Improv classes.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
If you've been wanting to try Improv, this is a great opportunity for you to exercise your creative muscles. Instructor Louise Vogel and her group create a very positive, non-judgmental atmosphere. Give Improvization Theatre a try. You might be surprised at what you can do and how much fun you can have.
Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of our Zoom audience.
Louise offers 2-3 Improv classes each month. Register on this page for her monthly ZOOM Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Monday of the month). See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register from the NEXT Village event calendar at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events for any or all of our free Improv classes.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
- 2025 Zoom Improv Class Dates, 1-2:30PM:
6/16, 7/21, 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15 (typically 3rd Monday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM:
6/18-LIVE IMPROV SHOW, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17 (typically 3rd Wednesday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 3-4:30PM:
6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6 (usually on 1st Saturday. Hosted by the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library) - Click here to visit our event calendar or go to nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events to register for Improv classes or other NEXT Village events.
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Instructor: Louise Vogel was the Company Manager/Assistant Director and member of the Aquatic Park Players at the SF Aquatic Park Sr. Center for 5 years. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children's Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvization. She studied Improvization with Sue Walden and Joya Cory in SF. She has taught Improv Theatre at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center offers free monthly Improv classes on Zoom and in-person.
Zoom link will be emailed after you register for this event.
Zoom link will be emailed after you register for this event.
Line Dancing Classes - Rhythm & Nourishment from Around the World
Custom schedule with 6 sessions
First session: Monday, May 19 1:30PM - 2:30PM PDT
Last session: Monday, July 7 1:30PM - 2:30PM PDT
Come learn to Line Dance! Plus get some recipes for some healthy meals after your work out!
NEXT Village is excited to partner with SF Senior Center on a six-week course to learn line dances and about healthy recipes.
This is a great chance to have fun getting some exercise, learn some new recipes to try, and try some new dance moves (which you are welcome to show off at our next monthly Dance Party on June 13).
Rhythm & Nourishment from Around the World - Line Dancing Classes will be held from 1:30-2:30PM on Mondays.
Class dates for the six week series are on MONDAYS, May 19; June 2, 16, 23 & 30; and July 7. (Note: no class on 5/26 or 6/9.)
You can attend one or all six of these free classes.
NEXT Village is excited to partner with SF Senior Center on a six-week course to learn line dances and about healthy recipes.
This is a great chance to have fun getting some exercise, learn some new recipes to try, and try some new dance moves (which you are welcome to show off at our next monthly Dance Party on June 13).
Rhythm & Nourishment from Around the World - Line Dancing Classes will be held from 1:30-2:30PM on Mondays.
Class dates for the six week series are on MONDAYS, May 19; June 2, 16, 23 & 30; and July 7. (Note: no class on 5/26 or 6/9.)
You can attend one or all six of these free classes.
- To register for all six class dates in the series, select registration option "This and all following events in this series"
- To register for a single class, select option to register for "Just this event" for a class date. If date on this registration page isn't date you want to register for, go to our events calendar at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events and select class date/s you want to register for
Location in Aquatic Park area will be emailed after you register.
Play Mahjong
Custom schedule with 16 sessions
First session: Monday, April 7 2:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
Last session: Monday, November 17 2:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
Instructors:
James Wong
Join other NEXT Village members for an exciting game of strategy and luck.
Where: NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert St.
Held twice a month on the 1st & 3rd Monday of the month from 2:00 - 4:00
You’ve most likely heard of Mahjong but may be wondering exactly what it is. There’s way more to Mahjong than most people realize. It’s an exciting game of strategy and luck that’s loved by players all over the world!
We play Asian Mahjong - register here and come learn how to play!
Where: NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert St.
Held twice a month on the 1st & 3rd Monday of the month from 2:00 - 4:00
You’ve most likely heard of Mahjong but may be wondering exactly what it is. There’s way more to Mahjong than most people realize. It’s an exciting game of strategy and luck that’s loved by players all over the world!
We play Asian Mahjong - register here and come learn how to play!
Spanish Conversation Group - On Zoom
Monday, June 16
3:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Irene Garrido
Want to speak and practice Spanish with others with a casual and fun group of others learning or fluent in the language? Join us on Zoom for the monthly NEXT Village Spanish Conversation group. This is an informal gathering online on Zoom where people can use, practice and help each other with their Spanish. No judgment, no pressure!
It's a lot of fun and a great chance to practice & dust off conversation skills with other intermediate to fluent Spanish speakers. This conversation group is free and NEXT Village membership is not required.
The group meets monthly on Zoom 3-4 PM on the third Monday of the month, except holidays. Don't worry if you can't attend often, join us when you can!
Host: Irene joins us from Madrid to help keep the conversation flowing.
Note: this is a conversation group, not a class. Ability to converse at a level where you can participate in a conversation is requested. Beginners are welcome to listen in without participating so they don't impede the flow of conversation.
It's a lot of fun and a great chance to practice & dust off conversation skills with other intermediate to fluent Spanish speakers. This conversation group is free and NEXT Village membership is not required.
The group meets monthly on Zoom 3-4 PM on the third Monday of the month, except holidays. Don't worry if you can't attend often, join us when you can!
Host: Irene joins us from Madrid to help keep the conversation flowing.
Note: this is a conversation group, not a class. Ability to converse at a level where you can participate in a conversation is requested. Beginners are welcome to listen in without participating so they don't impede the flow of conversation.
If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the confirmation or reminder email.
Improv This! - LIVE IMPROV SHOW
Wednesday, June 18
1:00PM - 2:15PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
Join Louise Vogel and her Improvisational Theatre troupe IMPROV THIS! for a LIVE in-person Improv Show, WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18 from 1:00pm – 2:15pm.
Improv — short for improvisation — is live theater where everything is made up on the spot with prompts from their fearless leader and from you, our in-person audience. The show is completely unscripted, so you never know what will happen or where things will go as the players are given a cue and run with it!
Come watch some of your fellow Aquatic Park participants as they put their improv skills to work! We guarantee you will be entertained with fun and laughter, and maybe a few surprises too!! Put a “Spring” in your step and join us for the show!
Advance registration required to guarantee admission due to limited room capacity.
Location is in Aquatic Park Area. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
Advance registration required to guarantee admission due to limited room capacity.
Location is in Aquatic Park Area. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
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Want to try Improv for yourself? Louise offers several free Improv classes for seniors each month.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
- 2025 Zoom Improv Class Dates, 1-2:30PM:
6/16, 7/21, 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15 (typically 3rd Monday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM:
6/18-LIVE IMPROV SHOW, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17 (typically 3rd Wednesday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 3-4:30PM:
6/7, 7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6 (usually on 1st Saturday. Hosted by the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library) - Click here to visit our event calendar or go to nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events to register for Improv classes or other NEXT Village events.
NEXT Village and Aquatic Park Senior Center programs serving the community are funded by the City of San Francisco's Department of Disability and Aging Services.
Sunset Technology Tutoring
Wednesday, June 18
5:00PM - 7:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Harrison Ravazzolo, Cory Laws
NEXT Village is excited to offer an evening of one-on-one technology tutoring in the NEXT Village office. Sign up below to register for up to 30 minutes of personalized technology help!
HOW IT WORKS:
Once you're approved to join the event, you'll receive a confirmation email with the link to complete a time slot preference. We will set you up to work with a tutor sometime between 5 and 7 p.m. We will do our best to accommodate your preferred time, but cannot guarantee it.
The fine print:
HOW IT WORKS:
Once you're approved to join the event, you'll receive a confirmation email with the link to complete a time slot preference. We will set you up to work with a tutor sometime between 5 and 7 p.m. We will do our best to accommodate your preferred time, but cannot guarantee it.
The fine print:
- NEXT Village members receive priority
- Once you sign up, a NEXT Village staff member will approve your attendance. Your slot is not confirmed until you receive a confirmation email. You can expect a response within 48 hours of signing up.
- Make sure to bring your chargers and any usernames and passwords with you.
- You must be able to bring your electronic device to the office. If you need assistance with a desktop (not a laptop), printer, or TV, we can schedule to come to your home another time.
- Masks are encouraged but not required.
To cancel your registration, find your original confirmation email and scroll down to the purple button that says "Cancel my Reservation"
Sid's Movie Salon: God's Country
Monday, June 23
4:00PM - 5:45PM PDT
Instructors:
Sidney J.P. "Sid" Hollister
Movie buff Sid Hollister shows a movie at the NEXT Village office at 704 Filbert Street, at Columbus Ave, usually on the fourth Monday of the month.
The June movie is God's Country.
Description: A college professor gets drawn into an escalating battle of wills after she catches two hunters trespassing on her property in the remote mountains of the American West.
Register now to secure your spot!
Excursion to Historic Tiburon: Ferry & Slow-Paced Walk with Anke
Wednesday, June 25
10:30AM - 5:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Anke Cruse
You are NOT confirmed for this event when you register. A staff person will email you if a spot is available for you.
Anke's latest excursion to visit great places by public transportation takes us to Tiburon!
We will take Golden Gate Ferry from San Francisco to Tiburon and start our adventure with lunch (bring your own or join Anke at Acri cafe at Ferry Landing) before walking along the waterfront of Shoreline Park to visit the Railroad & Ferry Deport Museum. There we will have a guided tour of about one hour. We will learn about Tiburon's interesting past as a Railroad & Ferry Depot.
Afterwards we will pass through Main Street and go to Historic Ark Row, past the spot where the Belvedere-Tiburon draw bridge used to be. We'll continue to China Cabin, which was a former Victorian First-Class Saloon for the PS China, a side-wheel steamer serving the route San Francisco to Far East, where we will have a guided tour of 30 minutes.
Anke has arranged a tour for our group of China Cabin (30 minutes) and the Railroad museum (1 hour). Cost for both will be $5 per person.
We'll catch the 4:35pm Ferry back to San Francisco, returning to SF around 5:30pm.
Join us to explore another interesting and beautiful spot in the greater Bay Area by public transit with Anke!
Please note:
We will take Golden Gate Ferry from San Francisco to Tiburon and start our adventure with lunch (bring your own or join Anke at Acri cafe at Ferry Landing) before walking along the waterfront of Shoreline Park to visit the Railroad & Ferry Deport Museum. There we will have a guided tour of about one hour. We will learn about Tiburon's interesting past as a Railroad & Ferry Depot.
Afterwards we will pass through Main Street and go to Historic Ark Row, past the spot where the Belvedere-Tiburon draw bridge used to be. We'll continue to China Cabin, which was a former Victorian First-Class Saloon for the PS China, a side-wheel steamer serving the route San Francisco to Far East, where we will have a guided tour of 30 minutes.
Anke has arranged a tour for our group of China Cabin (30 minutes) and the Railroad museum (1 hour). Cost for both will be $5 per person.
We'll catch the 4:35pm Ferry back to San Francisco, returning to SF around 5:30pm.
Join us to explore another interesting and beautiful spot in the greater Bay Area by public transit with Anke!
Please note:
- We will be taking public transit meeting no later than 10:30 am at the SF Ferry Building. Confirmed registrants will be sent meeting up information to find group. We will return to San Francisco by Ferry arriving SF at approximately 5:30pm.
- By registering for this event, you acknowledge that you are able to walk a minimum of 2+ miles unassisted without support, and that you won't hold NEXT Village or volunteers liable for things that hopefully won't, but could happen, when you are out for a walk.
- To ensure the safety and comfort of all participants, dogs are not permitted at NEXT Village events or activities unless they are service animals trained to assist individuals with disabilities, as defined by applicable laws. Handlers of service animals must ensure their animals are under control, well-behaved, and free from illness.
- Only rain will cancel, fog/mist will not stop us. Check your email day before and morning of walk for updates.
- There is a set itinerary for the group. If you want to explore Tiburon on your own, then this excursion is NOT for you. The emphasis is on exploring a place together. If you prefer to do your own thing or not hang out with a group, then this trip would not be enjoyable for you.
- Walks are relatively slow paced, however people should be able to walk the distance unassisted without frequent stops so as not to impede the group.
- Walk Distances:
- Ferry Landing/Cafe to Museum walk - 1/2 mile, flat and asphalted. We will not be stopping along the way to the museum to make our tour time.
- Museum 1-2pm.
- Walk along Main Street and Ark Row - about 1 mile and we will make one stop to rest. - If you have mobility issues, because this is a group walk, please consider if you would easily be able to keep up with a group. The group will walk at a relaxed conversational group pace. This walk is paved and suitable for people who use walkers if you are able to walk the distance at the group pace. Please consider your own abilities to determine if distances noted and keeping up with a group walk would be comfortable for you. If it would be hard for you to keep up with a group or if you need more rest stops than offered, we recommend that NEXT Village members contact our volunteer coordinator Camille to see if she can find a volunteer to do an excursion at your own pace with you
A bit of Tiburon History: Spanish explorers named the area Punta de Tiburón (Point Tiburon) in 1775. One hundred years later, due to its proximity to San Francisco, Point Tiburon became a major railroad and ferry terminus, maintenance yard and industrial town. The Northwestern Pacific Railroad was started 1884 and served as a major ferry/rail connection between San Francisco and the north, like Eureka. The last train ran in 1967. From 1889-1930, Tiburon was a bustling, rowdy railroad town. The original buildings on Main Street served the railroad workers, shopkeepers and their families. The rest of Main Street is known as Ark Row. The name recalls 1890s recreational houseboat lifestyle enjoyed in Belvedere Cove by sea captains, bohemian artists, and summer residents from San Francisco. After 1900, the craze for arks waned. Some docked along lagoon shorelines and were converted to permanent local housing. Part of the lagoon is now a parking lot. During Prohibition speakeasies along Main Street had trap doors to the Bay to access the boats bringing in whiskey. More info at landmarkssociety.com/landmarks
COSTS: Bring a picnic or money for lunch, $5 for museum admission, and Clipper card/app with sufficient money to cover transit fares.
TRANSIT COSTS FOR ROUNDTRIP JOURNEY
Clipper card loaded with amount shown below on it.
- Seniors: cost is $14 roundtrip ($7 each way) - Make sure to have $15 on your Clipper Card
- Adults: cost is $16 roundtrip ($8 each way) - Make sure to have $20 on your Clipper Card
Cash fare - Pay cash or CC
- Senior $14
- Adults $ 28
Limited capacity. NEXT Village & D2U members have priority for this event until 6/6. Non-members can register for the waitlist anytime and will be notified if spots on this 15 person excursion & walk are available after member priority date. Please note we may use a lottery for spots to enable some people who have not yet attended one of Anke's excursions the opportunity to join as this popular event has often been booked to capacity by people who have joined several of Anke's excursions before people who don't check email regularly or don't have Internet access have been able to sign up.
- If you are not yet a NEXT Village member, why not join our community now? Annual membership fees are $120-$600 a year (annual membership fee is based on income).
- NEXT Village membership gives seniors in the north and east parts of San Francisco confidence and peace of mind that neighbor volunteers can help if ever needed, plus priority access to special events and member-only activities.
- Click here to watch a quick video about NEXT Village.
- Click here for sample member benefits and our online Member Application form.
If you have any questions about this event, including if you are not sure if this walk is right for you, contact Donna at donna@nextvillagesf.org to let me know your concerns.
Improv - DIY Theatre with IMPROV THIS! (Cow Hollow)
Saturday, July 5
3:00PM - 4:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
Improvisational theatre consists of games, exercises, and techniques to create spontaneous monologues and scenes. These free classes are open to everyone, no prior experience necessary. Have fun with others and make stuff up based on your background and imagination. Exercise your creative muscles! Doing improv is a very positive, non-judgmental experience and you will laugh and have lots of fun, too. And you'll be surprised at what you can do! Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of the Improv audience.
Location is in Cow Hollow on Green St near Octavia and 2 blocks from a Union St MUNI stop. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
Location is in Cow Hollow on Green St near Octavia and 2 blocks from a Union St MUNI stop. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
- 2025 Zoom Improv Class Dates, 1-2:30PM:
7/21, 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15 (typically 3rd Monday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM:
6/18-LIVE IMPROV SHOW, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17 (typically 3rd Wednesday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 3-4:30PM:
7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6 (usually on 1st Saturday. Hosted by the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library) - Click here to visit our event calendar or go to nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events to register for Improv classes or other NEXT Village events.
Register on this page for this IN PERSON Improv class in Cow Hollow for date shown. To register for Louise's other monthly Improv classes, click here to visit the NEXT Village event calendar. All are free and open to all SF seniors.
Instructor Louise Vogel was the Company Manager/Assistant Director and member of the Aquatic Park Players at the SF Aquatic Park Sr. Center for 5 years. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children's Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvisation. She studied Improvisation with Sue Walden and Joya Cory in SF. She also offers monthly Improv Zoom classes through NEXT Village and in-person Improv classes at the SF Aquatic Park Sr. Center.
Improv - Monthly In Person Class
Wednesday, July 16
1:00PM - 2:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
ABOUT IMPROV: Have fun with others and make stuff up based on your background and imagination. Improvisational Theatre is made up of games, exercises and techniques. Doing Improv is a very positive, non-judgmental experience and you will laugh and have lots of fun too! You'll be surprised at what you can do. These monthly sessions are open to everyone, no prior experience necessary. Join us to flex your creative muscles. Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of our Zoom audience.
Louise offers 2-3 Improv classes each month. Register on this page for this month's IN PERSON Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month) in Aquatic Park area.
See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register for other classes from the NEXT Village event calendar to join in the fun.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
Louise offers 2-3 Improv classes each month. Register on this page for this month's IN PERSON Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month) in Aquatic Park area.
See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register for other classes from the NEXT Village event calendar to join in the fun.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
- 2025 Zoom Improv Class Dates, 1-2:30PM:
7/21, 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15 (typically 3rd Monday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM:
6/18-LIVE IMPROV SHOW, 7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17 (typically 3rd Wednesday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 3-4:30PM:
7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6 (usually on 1st Saturday. Hosted by the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library) - Click here to visit our event calendar or go to nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events to register for Improv classes or other NEXT Village events.
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Instructor: Louise Vogel was the Company Manager/Assistant Director and member of the Aquatic Park Players at the SF Aquatic Park Sr. Center for 5 years. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children's Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvization. She studied Improvization with Sue Walden and Joya Cory in SF. She has taught Improv Theatre at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center offers free monthly Improv classes on Zoom and in-person.
Improv Class on Zoom - Monthly Class
Monday, July 21
1:00PM - 2:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
Join us for our monthly Zoom Improv class. New members welcome!!! No prior experience is necessary.
If you've been wanting to try Improv, this is a great opportunity for you to exercise your creative muscles. Instructor Louise Vogel and her group create a very positive, non-judgmental atmosphere. Give Improvization Theatre a try. You might be surprised at what you can do and how much fun you can have. Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of our Zoom audience.
Louise offers 2-3 Improv classes each month. Register on this page for her monthly ZOOM Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Monday of the month). See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register from the NEXT Village event calendar at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events for any or all of our free Improv classes.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
If you've been wanting to try Improv, this is a great opportunity for you to exercise your creative muscles. Instructor Louise Vogel and her group create a very positive, non-judgmental atmosphere. Give Improvization Theatre a try. You might be surprised at what you can do and how much fun you can have. Not sure if you want to participate? You're welcome to enjoy the fun as part of our Zoom audience.
Louise offers 2-3 Improv classes each month. Register on this page for her monthly ZOOM Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Monday of the month). See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register from the NEXT Village event calendar at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events for any or all of our free Improv classes.
Upcoming Improv Class Dates
Dates in blue can be clicked to register. Other classes will be posted for registration 1 month prior to class date at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
- 2025 Zoom Improv Class Dates, 1-2:30PM:
7/21, 8/18, 9/15, 10/20, 11/17, 12/15 (typically 3rd Monday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM:
7/16, 8/20, 9/17, 10/15, 11/19, 12/17 (typically 3rd Wednesday of month) - 2025 In Person Improv Class Dates at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 3-4:30PM:
7/5, 8/2, 9/6, 10/4, 11/1, 12/6 (usually on 1st Saturday. Hosted by the Golden Gate Valley Branch Library) - Click here to visit our event calendar or go to nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events to register for Improv classes or other NEXT Village events.
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Instructor: Louise Vogel was the Company Manager/Assistant Director and member of the Aquatic Park Players at the SF Aquatic Park Sr. Center for 5 years. Louise graduated with a BA in Speech and Theatre and has had experience in Children's Theatre, Mime, Acting and Improvization. She studied Improvization with Sue Walden and Joya Cory in SF. She has taught Improv Theatre at the Aquatic Park Sr. Center offers free monthly Improv classes on Zoom and in-person.
Zoom link will be emailed after you register for this event.
Zoom link will be emailed after you register for this event.
Sid's Movie Salon: The Band's Visit
Monday, July 28
4:00PM - 5:45PM PDT
Instructors:
Sidney J.P. "Sid" Hollister
Movie buff Sid Hollister shows a movie at the NEXT Village office at 704 Filbert Street, at Columbus Ave, usually on the fourth Monday of the month.
The July movie is The Band's Visit.
Description: The film received acclaim from critics and audiences. It won eight Ophir Prizes awarded by the Israeli Film Academy.[2]
The eight men of the Alexandria Ceremonial Police Orchestra arrive in Israel from Egypt. They have been booked by an Arab cultural center in Petah Tikva, but through a miscommunication (Arabic has no "p" sound, and regularly replaces it with "b"), the band takes a bus to Beit Hatikva, a fictional town in the middle of the Negev Desert.[5]
The eight men of the Alexandria Ceremonial Police Orchestra arrive in Israel from Egypt. They have been booked by an Arab cultural center in Petah Tikva, but through a miscommunication (Arabic has no "p" sound, and regularly replaces it with "b"), the band takes a bus to Beit Hatikva, a fictional town in the middle of the Negev Desert.[5]
The Egyptians encounter a few Israeli townspeople, who respond with curiosity about the band, are variously friendly and wary, and provide them with shelter, food, music and companionship during their visit. There is no transportation out of the town that day, and there are no hotels for them to spend the night in.
The band members dine at a small restaurant where the owner, Dina (Ronit Elkabetz) invites them to stay the night at her apartment, at her friends' apartment, and in the restaurant. No one quite falls in love, but a sense of unspoken longing and loneliness is expressed.[6]
Register now to secure your spot!
Author Talk: Part-Time Nomads with Anne Breedlove
Saturday, August 9
1:00PM - 2:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Anne Breedlove
Join us for an inspirational author talk with Anne Breedlove on how she and her husband metamorphosed from middle-aged, suburban working parents to international bicycle travelers.
Whaddya do when you find yourself – after spending three-and-a-half hours consuming a five-course meal and a bottle of wine – bicycling back roads in the dark with a bunch of very unhappy sheep? Not something most people would consider a plus, Anne found her view of the world and her place in it transformed. Follow along as she and her husband Jim stumble on a different way of traveling the world.
Anne’s first book, PART-TIME NOMADS, is about this adventure and its aftermath.
"We pedaled through rain and snow and car exhaust, sang at the top of our lungs to ward off bears, and soaked in clothing-optional hot springs. We struggled with our differences as a couple. I’m an extrovert and a planner. Jim is a machinery-loving introvert who likes surprises. We weren’t always on the same page as we tried to stay safe and sane and married. Along the way, “Can we?” morphed into a gleeful “We can do it!”"
Come enjoy an afternoon of living vicariously through Anne & Jim's travels or be inspired to embark on your own travel adventure!
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About the Author: Anne M. Breedlove is the sixth of ten children born and raised in Albany, New York. Visiting San Francisco during a cross-country road trip in 1972, she decided to stay. A happenstance event in 1997 opened her eyes to the possibility of cycling not just for fun and recreation but using the bicycle as a means of international travel. In 2008 Anne and her husband Jim decided to retire young to travel as much of the world as they could on their bikes, visiting twenty-one countries and pedaling more than 40,000 miles. Find Anne on her website: annembreedlove.com
PART-TIME NOMADS is available online and also in numerous San Francisco bookstores – Dog-Eared Books on Valencia, Browser Books on Fillmore, Russian Hill Books on Polk, and Bird & Beckett on Chenery.
Whaddya do when you find yourself – after spending three-and-a-half hours consuming a five-course meal and a bottle of wine – bicycling back roads in the dark with a bunch of very unhappy sheep? Not something most people would consider a plus, Anne found her view of the world and her place in it transformed. Follow along as she and her husband Jim stumble on a different way of traveling the world.
Anne’s first book, PART-TIME NOMADS, is about this adventure and its aftermath.
"We pedaled through rain and snow and car exhaust, sang at the top of our lungs to ward off bears, and soaked in clothing-optional hot springs. We struggled with our differences as a couple. I’m an extrovert and a planner. Jim is a machinery-loving introvert who likes surprises. We weren’t always on the same page as we tried to stay safe and sane and married. Along the way, “Can we?” morphed into a gleeful “We can do it!”"
Come enjoy an afternoon of living vicariously through Anne & Jim's travels or be inspired to embark on your own travel adventure!
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About the Author: Anne M. Breedlove is the sixth of ten children born and raised in Albany, New York. Visiting San Francisco during a cross-country road trip in 1972, she decided to stay. A happenstance event in 1997 opened her eyes to the possibility of cycling not just for fun and recreation but using the bicycle as a means of international travel. In 2008 Anne and her husband Jim decided to retire young to travel as much of the world as they could on their bikes, visiting twenty-one countries and pedaling more than 40,000 miles. Find Anne on her website: annembreedlove.com
PART-TIME NOMADS is available online and also in numerous San Francisco bookstores – Dog-Eared Books on Valencia, Browser Books on Fillmore, Russian Hill Books on Polk, and Bird & Beckett on Chenery.
BRAVO (This is a private event)
Monday, August 25
9:30AM - 1:45PM PDT
FYI - This private event is not designed for NEXT members.
BRAVO 2025
BRAVO 2025
Save the Date! Monday, August 25th, 9:30-2:00pm
Campbell Hall at 70 Santa Rosa Street, Sausalito. Across from Christ Episcopal Church
Hello, Village People!
Thanks to Tricia Smith at Sausalito Village, we have a location for our summer meeting.
Lunch will be brought in. Please bring $20.
Our focus, beyond sharing and connecting with each other, TBD
More details to follow, but if your organization has emergency preparedness plans in place or ideas, please let us know. Tricia Smith, Jacqueline Jones)
Below is a draft agenda, which will be updated in the near future. Please watch for the final version shortly before the meeting. We’ll brainstorm, learn from each other, and hopefully, come away with ideas that will be beneficial to our community and to us as Village stakeholders. .
9:30-10:00 Mix, Mingle, and Coffee
10:00-11:00 Introductions and sharing of two great ideas or programs
11:00 -11:15 Update from Village Movement California
11:15 -11:30 Frame the conversation around the work session
11:30-11:45 Grab lunch
11:45- 1:30
1:30 -1:45 Wrap up, select next hosts/locations
Location/Transportation/Lunch
- Meeting location: Campbell Hall at 70 Santa Rosa Street, Sausalito. Across from Christ Episcopal Church
- Shuttle service is provided from the Ferry Landing. Parking is available at the Church.
- Lunch will be brought in. Please bring $20.
SF to Sausalito Ferry option: The morning ferry from SF departs at 7:40AM and arrives at 8:10AM. Poggio, (777 Bridgeway)a restaurant across the street from the Ferry Landing is a wonderful restaurant for pastries and coffee, and even a full breakfast.
See you all very soon!
Sid's Movie Salon: The Station Agent
Monday, August 25
4:00PM - 5:45PM PDT
Movie buff Sid Hollister shows a movie at the NEXT Village office at 704 Filbert Street, at Columbus Ave, usually on the fourth Monday of the month.
The August movie is The Station Agent.
Description: The life of train aficionado and downcast little person Finbar McBride (Peter Dinklage) takes an unexpected turn when his boss dies and wills him a railroad depot in New Jersey. He decides to relocate to the small town, where he befriends talkative food vendor Joe Oramas (Bobby Cannavale) and unhappy wife Olivia Harris (Patricia Clarkson). As the trio's interactions deepen, quirky conversations and outcomes ensue. McBride also gains insight from librarian Emily.
Register now to secure your spot!
Sid's Movie Salon: The Organizer
Monday, September 22
4:00PM - 5:45PM PDT
Movie buff Sid Hollister shows a movie at the NEXT Village office at 704 Filbert Street, at Columbus Ave, usually on the fourth Monday of the month.
The September movie is The Organizer.
Description: Professor Sinigaglia (Marcello Mastroianni) is the title character in this darkly comedic Italian drama about mistreated factory workers in the city of Turin. Toiling away in appalling conditions in a textile mill, these employees have no one to stand up for them until Sinigaglia puts his academic career on the line by helping them to start a strike. Although the teacher comes under scrutiny by unsympathetic authorities, he maintains his dedication to the workers' cause.
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Italian Heritage Festival & Parade
Sunday, October 12
12:30PM - 3:30PM PDT
Join us at our NEXT Village SF office, 704 Filbert Street (@ Columbus Ave.), on Sunday, October 12th, to enjoy the 157th San Francisco Italian Heritage Parade, starting at 12:30 PM. It's going to be spectacular! We will not be able to put up bleachers or a formal grandstand, but we will be out front enjoying the event and sharing information about NEXT Village SF. Stay after the parade to watch the Blue Angels zooming overhead! Refreshments will be provided.
The Parade begins at 12:30 pm at the foot of Jefferson and Powell Streets in Fisherman’s Wharf, proceeds south through North Beach on Columbus Avenue and ends in Washington Square in front of Saints Peter and Paul Church. Admission is free.