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.
Limited capacity and members receive priority.
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.
Limited capacity and members receive priority.
Bocce and Boules
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
Instructors:
Rod Freebairn-Smith
To the pleasure of NEXT Villagers, we have resumed the weekly bocce and boules games on the North Beach library courts... free to all comers. This is a drop-in event, so no registration necessary. For info, contact Rod Freebairn-Smith, rf-s@f-sc.com
Glow Yoga & Wellness
Every week on Thursday ongoing
Instructors:
Natasha Ivantsova
Join instructor Natasha, of Yoga Glow SF, for weekly yoga classes. This class takes place on Zoom, so you can join from anywhere! Whether you've been practicing for years, or just starting out, this gentle flow is a great way to start your day on the right foot.
Please let Natasha know of any injuries at the top of the class.
See you on the mat! Ohm.
Please let Natasha know of any injuries at the top of the class.
See you on the mat! Ohm.
Writing Group
Every 2 weeks on Monday ongoing
Instructors:
Jackie Hewitt
Online and open to everyone! We are an informal, facilitated writing group. Capacity limited to 10. Members receive priority.
Questions: 707-849-9786. Email: jackiejoyous@gmail.com
Questions: 707-849-9786. Email: jackiejoyous@gmail.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.
Trivial Pursuit With Teddy
Every month on Friday ongoing
Join us for Trivial Pursuit, hosted by Theodore Kramer - host extraordinaire. Each month is a different theme.
NEXT Village New Member Orientation
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: American Bites, 478 Green St. Call Kim for more details at 415-317-1855.
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
Walking Group -Marina Mondays 10:00 am
Every week on Monday
February 5, 2024 through December 30, 2024 from 10:00AM - 11:30AM PST
(48 sessions total)
Instructors:
Richard Wei
Walking Group in Marina District
In February we are launching walking groups in the Marina District and Russian Hill as a part of a pilot program with one of our volunteers, Richard. 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
In search of ''hosts'' to help take attendance or lead - please let us know if you would be willing to help.
* Registrants will be approved by staff at NEXT and will need to complete a survey regarding health before participating.
In search of ''hosts'' to help take attendance or lead - please let us know if you would be willing to help.
* Registrants will be approved by staff at NEXT and will need to complete a survey regarding health before participating.
Walking Group - Russian Hill. Thursdays 1pm
Every week on Thursday
February 8, 2024 through December 26, 2024 from 1:00PM - 2:30PM PST
(47 sessions total)
Instructors:
Richard Wei, Anne Ording
NEXT is launching walking groups in the Marina District and Russian Hill as a part of a pilot program with one of our volunteers, Richard. The walks may vary but included below are some example routes with descriptions.
Russian Hill Walk - Thursdays, beginning Feb 8, 1pm
Russian Hill Walk - Thursdays, beginning Feb 8, 1pm
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: Walking down Francisco St. to the Embarcadero and back along the Embarcadero.
All registrants will be confirmed by NEXT Village staff and asked to complete a brief survey regarding health before being approved.
Volunteer Orientation
Every 2 weeks on Thursday
February 22, 2024 through February 6, 2025 from 1:00PM - 2:00PM PST
(26 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!
Spanish Conversation Group - Weekly on Zoom
Every week on Monday
April 1, 2024 through April 29, 2024 from 3:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
(5 sessions total)
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 weekly 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. Group meets weekly on Zoom 3-4 PM every Monday (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.
Registration Notes: When registering, if you select "This and all following events in this series" you will be registered for this group until the end of this month. You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk/Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village. You will also receive a reminder email the day before each weekly meeting with the Zoom link.
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. Group meets weekly on Zoom 3-4 PM every Monday (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.
Registration Notes: When registering, if you select "This and all following events in this series" you will be registered for this group until the end of this month. You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk/Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village. You will also receive a reminder email the day before each weekly meeting with the Zoom link.
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 45 minutes around the neighborhood, roughly 1.5 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.
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 45 minutes around the neighborhood, roughly 1.5 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.
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.
Walking Group #4 - Golden Gateway/Barbary Coast
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
Instructors:
Richard Wei
NEXT has launched another walking group in the Golden Gateway/Barbary Coast area. The walk route may vary.
When: Tuesdays, at 10 am
When: Tuesdays, at 10 am
Meeting point: Starbucks, 99 Jackson St. @ Davis
Elevation: Minor / 2.5 miles
Please be sure to register so we know how many participants to expect.
Balance Class
Every week on Tuesday ongoing
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
German Stammtisch - Weekly Conversation Group (Polk St)
Every week on Tuesday
April 2, 2024 through April 30, 2024 from 2:00PM - 3:00PM PDT
(5 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.
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 or to snack on 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!
Registration Notes: When registering, if you select "This and all following events in this series" you will be registered for this weekly group on Tuesdays until the end of this month. You will receive a confirmation email with the address & directions after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk/Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village. You will also receive a reminder email the day before each weekly meeting with the address. If you can't make a week, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of a reminder email.
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 or to snack on 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!
Registration Notes: When registering, if you select "This and all following events in this series" you will be registered for this weekly group on Tuesdays until the end of this month. You will receive a confirmation email with the address & directions after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk/Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village. You will also receive a reminder email the day before each weekly meeting with the address. If you can't make a week, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of a reminder email.
Play Mahjong
Every month on Monday ongoing
Instructors:
James Wong, Anne Ording
Join other NEXT Village members for an exciting game of strategy and luck.
Where: NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert St.
Day: Mondays
Time
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!
Where: NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert St.
Day: Mondays
Time
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!
- Monday's from 2-4:00
- Twice a month, 1st & 3rd Monday of the month
WAITLIST: Walking Tour of Salesforce Transit Center and Park
Monday, April 29
2:00PM - 3:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Edith Kaplan
THIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY. YOU CAN SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST ON THIS PAGE.
PLEASE NOTE: we have a strict capacity limit for this tour. No walk ins can be accommodated. This event is at capacity & we've got a number of people on the waitlist. If we get cancelations, we'll let waitlist people know in the order they registered. You can also take a public tour with SF City Guides. Click here for info on the public tour offered on multiple dates.
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Event Description: Join us for a private SF City Guides tour for NEXT Villagers to explore Salesforce Transit Center and Park with David Reed.
Running just adjacent to the tallest skyscraper in San Francisco, the Salesforce Transit Center is a unique structure anchoring a new neighborhood and connecting the city with its suburbs and beyond. It sits in the heart of one of the city’s original residential neighborhoods that was transformed into a center of light industry for more than a century. Today, it occupies the site of a 1939 transit terminal, but instead of factories and warehouses, it is surrounded by the tallest and newest buildings in the city.
Join us on a leisurely stroll of the stunning public spaces in this tour-de-force of post-modernist design, to learn about its features both functional and fantastic. We will tour its soaring Grand Hall, experience its multimedia public art and a “secret garden,” visit the center’s renowned rooftop park of lush gardens, and take in unmatched skyline views.
This tour is given in collaboration with the Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA). The TJPA is owner and operator of the multimodal Salesforce Transit Center that connects nine transit systems from eight Bay Area counties; it manages the 5.4 acre public rooftop Park found on top of the Center and offers free public activities year-round; and it is working to extend Caltrain and ultimately, California High-Speed Rail service from 4th and King streets to the Salesforce Transit Center in downtown San Francisco through the Downtown Rail Extension project. For more information on the TJPA, visit their website.
We thank NEXT Village member & D2U Advisor Edith Kaplan for organizing this event.
*About San Francisco City Guides: City Guides volunteers are serious about sharing the fun of discovering San Francisco and its neighborhoods to preserve and perpetuate the history and folklore of San Francisco and to celebrate its rich history of cultural diversity. If you have not yet gone on one of their 70+ walking tours around the city, we hope you will join us for this tour to experience learning about a bit of our fair City with “volunteer ambassador” and SF City Guide Board Member David Reed. While this tour is free, an optional SF City Guides donation envelope will be passed around at the end of the tour. If you are able, we encourage you to make a donation to this fantastic nonprofit. Learn more and check out walking tours available at sfcityguides.org
Running just adjacent to the tallest skyscraper in San Francisco, the Salesforce Transit Center is a unique structure anchoring a new neighborhood and connecting the city with its suburbs and beyond. It sits in the heart of one of the city’s original residential neighborhoods that was transformed into a center of light industry for more than a century. Today, it occupies the site of a 1939 transit terminal, but instead of factories and warehouses, it is surrounded by the tallest and newest buildings in the city.
Join us on a leisurely stroll of the stunning public spaces in this tour-de-force of post-modernist design, to learn about its features both functional and fantastic. We will tour its soaring Grand Hall, experience its multimedia public art and a “secret garden,” visit the center’s renowned rooftop park of lush gardens, and take in unmatched skyline views.
This tour is given in collaboration with the Transbay Joint Powers Authority (TJPA). The TJPA is owner and operator of the multimodal Salesforce Transit Center that connects nine transit systems from eight Bay Area counties; it manages the 5.4 acre public rooftop Park found on top of the Center and offers free public activities year-round; and it is working to extend Caltrain and ultimately, California High-Speed Rail service from 4th and King streets to the Salesforce Transit Center in downtown San Francisco through the Downtown Rail Extension project. For more information on the TJPA, visit their website.
We thank NEXT Village member & D2U Advisor Edith Kaplan for organizing this event.
*About San Francisco City Guides: City Guides volunteers are serious about sharing the fun of discovering San Francisco and its neighborhoods to preserve and perpetuate the history and folklore of San Francisco and to celebrate its rich history of cultural diversity. If you have not yet gone on one of their 70+ walking tours around the city, we hope you will join us for this tour to experience learning about a bit of our fair City with “volunteer ambassador” and SF City Guide Board Member David Reed. While this tour is free, an optional SF City Guides donation envelope will be passed around at the end of the tour. If you are able, we encourage you to make a donation to this fantastic nonprofit. Learn more and check out walking tours available at sfcityguides.org
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NEXT Village members have priority for the 15 spots on this tour until 4/5. You do NOT have a confirmed spot for this event until you receive an email confirmation from our staff. Our staff will send out emails to let you know if you are confirmed or are on the waitlist. Non-members will not be notified until after 4/5 if we can accommodate you or if you are on the waitlist. Register ASAP as spots will be assigned in order of registration date. If you are not yet a NEXT Village member, what are you waiting for? Click here to see a few membership benefits & to submit a membership application to join our incredible vibrant community of seniors.
NEXT Village members have priority for the 15 spots on this tour until 4/5. You do NOT have a confirmed spot for this event until you receive an email confirmation from our staff. Our staff will send out emails to let you know if you are confirmed or are on the waitlist. Non-members will not be notified until after 4/5 if we can accommodate you or if you are on the waitlist. Register ASAP as spots will be assigned in order of registration date. If you are not yet a NEXT Village member, what are you waiting for? Click here to see a few membership benefits & to submit a membership application to join our incredible vibrant community of seniors.
APA Heritage Awards & Gala Reception
Wednesday, May 1
5:30PM - 7:30PM PDT
This is not a NEXT Village SF event but we thought you may find it interesting. Click here to get tickets.
APA Heritage Awards & Reception
APA Heritage Foundation, Headline Event
APA Heritage Awards & Reception
APA Heritage Foundation, Headline Event
Join San Francisco in celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Kickoff Celebration 2024
Celebrating 20th Years of Connecting & Uplifting Communities
MOVING FORWARD TOGETHER
APA Heritage Awards
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 5:30p.m.
Herbst Theater, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
- Mayor’s Proclamation Signing Ceremony
- Screening of 20th Anniversary Video
- Presentation of APA Heritage Awards
- Cultural Procession, a spectacular community song and dance
Free event, but RSVP is required
Immediately following the Awards ceremony, guests are invited to the 20th Anniversary Gala Reception in City Hall.
20th Anniversary Gala Reception
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00p.m.
San Francisco City Hall
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco
Wednesday, May 1, 2024 at 7:00p.m.
San Francisco City Hall
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place, San Francisco
- Diverse Asian cuisine
- Cultural Performances
- Community Exhibits
- Raffle drawings and more
Tickets: $10
Attire: Ethnic Festive
Capacity in both Herbst Theater and City Hall are limited. RSVP is required.
Italian Conversation Group - Weekly on Zoom
Every week on Thursday
May 2, 2024 through May 30, 2024 from 11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
(5 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!) Beginners are welcome to listen in without participating so they don't impede the flow of conversation.
Registration Notes:
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!) Beginners are welcome to listen in without participating so they don't impede the flow of conversation.
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this date, select option "Just this event." To register for all weekly meetings this month, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series." If you register for all May dates, don't forget you will need to re-register for this group in June.
- You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with Zoom link the day before the meeting.
- If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the confirmation or reminder email.
French Conversation Group in North Beach (Weekly In Person)
Every week on Thursday
May 2, 2024 through May 30, 2024 from 4:00PM - 5:00PM PDT
(5 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 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, but NEXT Village members have priority for limited seats. Advance registration is required. Limited to 8 people due to apartment capacity. Confirmed registrants will get a confirmation email with meeting address in North Beach near Washington Square Park the day before the meeting. Waitlist registrants will be notified if a space becomes available.
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, we recommend you seek out a class rather than this group since the group endeavors to converse in French the whole time (although if someone needs help with a word or phrases, the group is more than willing to help).
MORE NEXT VILLAGE EVENTS FOR FRENCH SPEAKERS:
This conversation group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required, but NEXT Village members have priority for limited seats. Advance registration is required. Limited to 8 people due to apartment capacity. Confirmed registrants will get a confirmation email with meeting address in North Beach near Washington Square Park the day before the meeting. Waitlist registrants will be notified if a space becomes available.
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, we recommend you seek out a class rather than this group since the group endeavors to converse in French the whole time (although if someone needs help with a word or phrases, the group is more than willing to help).
MORE NEXT VILLAGE EVENTS FOR FRENCH SPEAKERS:
- We also have a second French conversation group meeting Thursdays at 4PM on Russian Hill if that location would be more convenient. Click here to go to our calendar if you wish to register for the Thursday 4PM Russian Hill group instead.
- Monthly ZOOM French Conversation Group led by Judy O'Shea is usually held on the 2nd Weds of each month. May date: 5/8, 10:30AM
- Visit the NEXT Village Events Calendar for details & registration for the above events at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this event date, select option "Just this event." To register for all weekly meetings this month, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series." If you register for all May dates, don't forget you will need to re-register for this group in June.
- You will receive a confirmation email after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with address & directions the day before the meeting. PLEASE NOTE: The address provided in the confirmation email may change, so make sure to check the email sent the day before to confirm location.
- If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the confirmation or reminder email.
French Conversation Group on Russian Hill (Weekly In Person)
Every week on Thursday
May 2, 2024 through May 30, 2024 from 4:00PM - 5:00PM PDT
(5 sessions total)
Instructors:
Dianne Hagaman
Join other intermediate to fluent French speakers for a weekly in person conversation workshop to speak and practice French.
This weekly French Conversation Group usually meets weekly Thursdays at 4PM, except holidays.
This conversation group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required, but NEXT Village members have priority for limited seats. Advance registration is required. Limited to 8 people due to apartment capacity. Confirmed registrants will get a confirmation email with meeting address in Russian Hill area the day before the meeting. Waitlist registrants will be notified if a space becomes available.
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, we recommend you seek out a class rather than this group since the group endeavors to converse in French the whole time (although if someone needs help with a word or phrases, the group is more than willing to help).
MORE NEXT VILLAGE EVENTS FOR FRENCH SPEAKERS:
This conversation group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required, but NEXT Village members have priority for limited seats. Advance registration is required. Limited to 8 people due to apartment capacity. Confirmed registrants will get a confirmation email with meeting address in Russian Hill area the day before the meeting. Waitlist registrants will be notified if a space becomes available.
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, we recommend you seek out a class rather than this group since the group endeavors to converse in French the whole time (although if someone needs help with a word or phrases, the group is more than willing to help).
MORE NEXT VILLAGE EVENTS FOR FRENCH SPEAKERS:
- We also have a second French conversation group meeting Thursdays at 4PM in North Beach near Washington Square Park if that location would be more convenient. Click here to go to our calendar if you wish to register for the Thursday 4PM North Beach group instead.
- Monthly ZOOM French Conversation Group led by Judy O'Shea is usually held on the 2nd Weds of each month. May date: 5/8, 10:30AM
- Visit the NEXT Village Events Calendar for details & registration for the above events at nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this event date, select option "Just this event." To register for all weekly meetings this month, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series." If you register for all May dates, don't forget you will need to re-register for this group in June.
- You will receive a confirmation email after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with the address & directions the day before the meeting. PLEASE NOTE: The address provided in the confirmation email may change, so make sure to check the email sent the day before to confirm location.
- If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the confirmation or reminder email.
Affordable Senior Housing in SF -- Learn if You are Eligible & How to Apply
Friday, May 3
11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Joy Ng
We know finding affordable housing in San Francisco is difficult at best. Learn about San Francisco Senior Housing and Below-Market-Rate (BMR) Housing options available through the SF Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development.
Joy Ng from Bayanihan Equity Center (BEC) will explain:
Joy Ng from Bayanihan Equity Center (BEC) will explain:
- eligibility requirements to help you determine if you can apply for SF's Senior or BMR housing
- how to find housing opportunities and the application process through SF's DAHLIA online housing portal and other opportunities (click here to see openhouse's list of Affordable and Low-Income Housing Opportunities for Seniors and Adults with Disabilities which includes type of unit, rent, eligibility & minimum income requirements, amenities & how to apply).
- demonstrate how to fill out an application for a current senior housing lottery (click here to learn about a lottery for 7 units at Alexander Residence. Application deadline 5/7.)
- how a housing counselor can help you with the application process.
If you're curious if you are eligible, want to understand how the SF senior and BMR housing process works, want a reality check on chances of getting a unit, want to see how to fill out an application, or have questions about how to get help, you won't want to miss this Zoom! (This will be an updated version of the Zoom Joy did for us last August).
Presenter: Joy Ng is a Housing Caseworker at Bayanihan Equity Center (BEC), and has six years of experience assisting seniors and adults with disabilities with housing applications, housing interviews, evictions, advocacy for tenants rights, and other concerns.
Lunch/Picnic at Presidio Tunnel Tops
Friday, May 3
12:00PM - 1:30PM PDT
Join us for a casual lunch at Tunnel Tops for people confirmed for our 1:30 Bus Tour of "Presidio Bus & Walking Tour Back in Time: El Polin and Mountain Lake" OR anyone who wants to join us for an al fresco lunch. Bring your own lunch or purchase a lunch from Il Parco or the food trucks and enjoy one of the best views in town!
You can also walk around Tunnel Tops or explore the Presidio Visitor Center.
Please note: Donna will check the weather a few days before this event to see if weather will cooperate for eating outside on the picnic tables & email registrants. If weather is not cooperative, those who wish can still join us for indoor dining at Il Parco, For those who register separately for and are confirmed for our 1:30 Bus Tour, watch for an email from Donna so you can let me know which bus pick up location you will meet us at.
If you have not yet registered for the 1:30 bus tour and are interested, that is a separate registration with limited capacity. You can click here to register for the Bus Tour of El Polin Spring and Mountain Lake & a staff member will let you know if you have a seat or not for the bus tour,
You can also walk around Tunnel Tops or explore the Presidio Visitor Center.
Please note: Donna will check the weather a few days before this event to see if weather will cooperate for eating outside on the picnic tables & email registrants. If weather is not cooperative, those who wish can still join us for indoor dining at Il Parco, For those who register separately for and are confirmed for our 1:30 Bus Tour, watch for an email from Donna so you can let me know which bus pick up location you will meet us at.
If you have not yet registered for the 1:30 bus tour and are interested, that is a separate registration with limited capacity. You can click here to register for the Bus Tour of El Polin Spring and Mountain Lake & a staff member will let you know if you have a seat or not for the bus tour,
Presidio Bus & Walking Tour Back in Time: El Polin and Mountain Lake (free private NEXT Village tour)
Friday, May 3
1:00PM - 5:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Fatima Colindres
Join park ranger Fatima Colindres and take a journey back in time to the Presidio's Rancho Period on a free private bus & walking tour with NEXT Village.
On this incredible journey, we will visit and explore:
On this incredible journey, we will visit and explore:
- El Polin Spring to hear the story of Juana Briones, a local medicine woman who lived at El Presidio during the Spanish, Mexican and early American Period. Learn uses of native plants, taste medicinal teas, and learn to play Ohlone games.
- Mountain Lake to learn the story of Maria Isadora Tapia, Juana's mother and her incredible journey from Mexico to the Bay Area with the Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition of 1775-1776.
This private bus tour allows us to discover and explore two places in the Presidio that many people are not aware of or rarely visit. Many of you have joined us on our walking tours of Crissy Field and the Buffalo soldiers and been enthralled with NPS ranger Fatima's stories. We are so excited to have her share more about the history of El Presidio with us!
Please note:
- This is a limited capacity event (25 people). Each person must register separately for this event. Note: If you try to register a guest under your email address and phone number, they will NOT be registered, so make sure each guest registers separately using their name and contact information.
- Confirmed registrants will receive a mandatory event form to complete prior to event (e.g., pick up location, emergency contact info, etc.)
- Tour will require ability to climb a few steps/stairs to get on/off the bus. Not all of the places we will walk around are fully ADA accessible. There will be periods of standing to listen to ranger Fatima's stories and information about the area. If you have mobility issues, please register and see the instructions to contact Donna to let me know your ability or concerns. While the tour may not be right for everyone, we will do our very best to accommodate your needs and let you know what's entailed so you can decide if this tour is right for you.
- There will be two pick up locations from the NEXT Village Office and the Presidio Transit Center (near MUNI #43 bus stop or a 0.3 mile walk with an uphill ramp or stairs from #30 bus stop).
- For those who want to meet us in the Presidio, we invite you to join us for a picnic before the tour at Tunnel Tops. See confirmation email with link to register for lunch.
Improv - DIY Theatre with IMPROV THIS! (Cow Hollow)
Saturday, May 4
2:00PM - 3:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
Improvisational theatre consists of games, exercises, and techniques to create spontaneous monologues and scenes.
These free public 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 a Union St MUNI stop. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
These free public 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 a Union St MUNI stop. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
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
Register on this page for this IN PERSON Improv class in Cow Hollow.
To register for her monthly Zoom Improv class (usually held on the 3rd Monday of the month) and/or monthly In Person Improv class in Aquatic Park (usually on the 3rd Wednesday of the month). Click here to visit the NEXT Village event calendar. All are free and open to all SF seniors.
Play Mahjong
Every month on Monday ongoing
Instructors:
James Wong, Anne Ording
Join other NEXT Village members for an exciting game of strategy and luck.
Where: NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert St.
Day: Mondays
Time
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!
Where: NEXT Village office, 704 Filbert St.
Day: Mondays
Time
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!
- Monday's from 2-4:00
- Twice a month, 1st & 3rd Monday of the month
Women's Conversation Group
Every week on Monday
May 6, 2024 through May 27, 2024 from 2:00PM - 3:30PM PDT
(4 sessions total)
Instructors:
Carole Lewis
We welcome you to join us to talk about things that matter to you in a welcoming and convivial forum with other women. We look forward to new people joining us for the conversation.
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. Join us for open conversation about the joys and challenges of aging.
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.
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this event date, select option "Just this event." To register for all weekly meetings this month, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series." If you register for all May dates, don't forget you will need to re-register for this group in June.
- You will receive a confirmation email with address & directions after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with address & directions the day before the meeting.
- If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the reminder email sent the day before.
Spanish Conversation Group - Weekly on Zoom
Every week on Monday
May 6, 2024 through May 20, 2024 from 3:00PM - 4:00PM PDT
(3 sessions total)
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 weekly 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. Group meets weekly on Zoom 3-4 PM every Monday except holidays (no meeting on Memorial Day 5/27). 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.
Registration Notes:
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. Group meets weekly on Zoom 3-4 PM every Monday except holidays (no meeting on Memorial Day 5/27). 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.
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this date, select option "Just this event." To register for all weekly meetings this month, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series." If you register for all May dates, don't forget you will need to re-register for this group in June.
- You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with Zoom link the day before the meeting.
- If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the confirmation or reminder email.
Technology Teach-In: Artificial Intelligence (AI) Part 2
Tuesday, May 7
11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Harrison Ravazzolo
Our last presentation on Artificial Intelligence went so well we decided to do it again! Harrison gave us a fantastic overview of AI, and this month, we'll go more in-depth on some of the topics we covered, such as:
- AI scams: how to spot them and how to avoid them
- Explaining how AI learns and how we know it's accurate
We'll have time to cover any questions that come up at the end of the presentation.
Got ideas for topics you'd like to see covered in next month's Technology Teach-In? We'd love to hear from you! Email your suggestions to camille@nextvillagesf.org and help shape our future events
German Stammtisch - Weekly Conversation Group (Polk St)
Every week on Tuesday
May 7, 2024 through May 28, 2024 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.
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 or to snack on 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!
Registration Notes:
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 or to snack on 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!
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this event date, select option "Just this event." To register for all weekly meetings this month, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series." If you register for all May dates, don't forget you will need to re-register for this group in June.
- You will receive a confirmation email with address & directions after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with address & directions the day before the meeting.
- If you can't make a meeting, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of the confirmation or reminder email.
French Conversation Group on Zoom
Wednesday, May 8
10:30AM - 11:30AM PDT
Instructors:
Judy O'Shea
Dans une ambiance détendue et conviviale, par Zoom, nous organisons un atelier de conversation pour pratiquer et améliorer notre français. Tous les niveaux de français sont bienvenus, mais nous allons converser principalement en français et vous inciter à faire de même. On se verra à très bientôt alors !
Les sujets de conversation mensuels sont envoyés par courrier électronique le lundi précédant le groupe afin que vous puissiez être prêt à en parler.
Les sujets de conversation mensuels sont envoyés par courrier électronique le lundi précédant le groupe afin que vous puissiez être prêt à en parler.
Hôtesse de groupe: Judy O'Shea, qui dirige les sessions, a vécu à temps partiel dans la France rurale pendant 17 ans, restaurant un ancien moulin à eau et dirigeant un programme d'artistes en résidence.
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Translation: In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere on Zoom, we'll gather for a conversation workshop to practice and improve our French. All levels of French are welcome, but we will mainly converse in French and encourage you to do the same.
Monthly conversation topics are emailed out on the Monday before the group so you can be prepared to speak about them.
Group Host: Judy O'Shea moderates the group. She lived part-time in rural France for 17 years, restoring an old water mill and hosting an artist-in-residence program.
Monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 AM/Pacific time on Zoom except holidays.
Translation: In a relaxed and friendly atmosphere on Zoom, we'll gather for a conversation workshop to practice and improve our French. All levels of French are welcome, but we will mainly converse in French and encourage you to do the same.
Monthly conversation topics are emailed out on the Monday before the group so you can be prepared to speak about them.
Group Host: Judy O'Shea moderates the group. She lived part-time in rural France for 17 years, restoring an old water mill and hosting an artist-in-residence program.
Monthly on the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 10:30 AM/Pacific time on Zoom except holidays.
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Film viewing of All the Lonely People
Monday, May 13
1:00PM - 3:00PM PDT
This is NOT a NEXT Village SF event but we thought you might find it interesting.
When: Monday, May 13, 1 pm - 3 pm
Where: San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin St.
A film and panel discussion focusing on older adults and adults with disabilities developing resilience over loneliness and experts discovering solutions to isolation. The filmmaker will also participate. The film places a human face on the hidden epidemic of chronic loneliness and social isolation. Built on hope, it shares the latest research and interventions, leaving audiences feeling empowered and reconnected.
ASL interpreter provided. No registration required. This event is free.
For additional information, please contact: casesanfrancisco@gmail.com
When: Monday, May 13, 1 pm - 3 pm
Where: San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin St.
A film and panel discussion focusing on older adults and adults with disabilities developing resilience over loneliness and experts discovering solutions to isolation. The filmmaker will also participate. The film places a human face on the hidden epidemic of chronic loneliness and social isolation. Built on hope, it shares the latest research and interventions, leaving audiences feeling empowered and reconnected.
ASL interpreter provided. No registration required. This event is free.
For additional information, please contact: casesanfrancisco@gmail.com
Neighborhood Games Night (Union St / Cow Hollow)
Monday, May 13
6:00PM - 7:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Natalie Audelo
Join us for a night of friendly competition and community bonding at our Neighborhood Game Night!
NEXT Village is partnering with the Cow Hollow Community Club to gather friends and neighbors to enjoy an assortment of card and board games. We'll have a variety of games to choose from.
If you want to bring a game to teach others, please do! For those bringing games or wanting to teach a card or other game, after you register check the instructions on the confirmation email to let us know what game your bringing or could help teach.
Drinks & snacks will be available, first come, first served. This event is free for seniors (aged 60+) and NEXT Village volunteers who register in advance on this page.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your community and create lasting memories. Mark your calendars and join us for a night of laughter, friendly rivalry, and good company!
NEXT Village is partnering with the Cow Hollow Community Club to gather friends and neighbors to enjoy an assortment of card and board games. We'll have a variety of games to choose from.
If you want to bring a game to teach others, please do! For those bringing games or wanting to teach a card or other game, after you register check the instructions on the confirmation email to let us know what game your bringing or could help teach.
Drinks & snacks will be available, first come, first served. This event is free for seniors (aged 60+) and NEXT Village volunteers who register in advance on this page.
Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your community and create lasting memories. Mark your calendars and join us for a night of laughter, friendly rivalry, and good company!
Men's Conversation Group
Custom schedule with 2 sessions
First session: Tuesday, May 14 11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
Last session: Tuesday, May 28 11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Gaetano Squicciarini
NEXT Village's monthly Men's Conversation Group is a place to share ideas as well as discuss what's going on in our lives and beyond.
This is an informal, casual gathering on Zoom. Though our facilitator Gaetano may offer a topic to start the conversation, the direction the conversation goes is up to the group ... local issues, current events, sports, or whatever interests the group. Friends are welcome. Invite them to join us.
The group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required to attend.
Men's Conversation Group usually meets twice a month on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. May dates: May 14 & 28.
Registration Notes: When registering, select "This and all following events in this series" option to be registered for this group until the end of this month. You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk/Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village. You will also receive a reminder email the day before each meeting . If you can't make a week, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of a reminder email. You need to re-register for this group each month.
This is an informal, casual gathering on Zoom. Though our facilitator Gaetano may offer a topic to start the conversation, the direction the conversation goes is up to the group ... local issues, current events, sports, or whatever interests the group. Friends are welcome. Invite them to join us.
The group is free. NEXT Village membership is not required to attend.
Men's Conversation Group usually meets twice a month on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month. May dates: May 14 & 28.
Registration Notes: When registering, select "This and all following events in this series" option to be registered for this group until the end of this month. You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk/Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village. You will also receive a reminder email the day before each meeting . If you can't make a week, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of a reminder email. You need to re-register for this group each month.
Book Exchange over Coffee, Tea & Conversation
Wednesday, May 15
1:00PM - 2:00PM PDT
Join NEXT Village and other neighbors for our Book Exchange. This monthly event has become a popular social gathering so you have a chance to swap books & get to meet some new people over a warm beverage.
Caffeinated coffee and a variety of hot teas will available (including herbal & decaf), and we encourage you to bring a book or two that you've read and want to pass on to a new reader. Of course books need to be from your own collection (and not a book checked out from the library) so that you can give it away.
No worries if you don't have a book to swap ... come anyway for coffee, tea & snacks and to meet some new people. Friends are welcome, just make sure they RSVP so we know how many to expect.
Book Exchange location is near Green & Octavia Sts (2 blocks from MUNI 45 bus stop) and will be emailed after you register for this event.
Caffeinated coffee and a variety of hot teas will available (including herbal & decaf), and we encourage you to bring a book or two that you've read and want to pass on to a new reader. Of course books need to be from your own collection (and not a book checked out from the library) so that you can give it away.
No worries if you don't have a book to swap ... come anyway for coffee, tea & snacks and to meet some new people. Friends are welcome, just make sure they RSVP so we know how many to expect.
Book Exchange location is near Green & Octavia Sts (2 blocks from MUNI 45 bus stop) and will be emailed after you register for this event.
Improv - Monthly In Person Class
Wednesday, May 15
1:00PM - 2:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
ABOUT IMPROV: Improvisational Theatre is made up of games, exercises and techniques to create monologues and scenes. These monthly sessions are open to everyone, no prior experience necessary. Have fun with others and make stuff up based on your background and imagination! Take the opportunity to exercise your creative muscles! 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!
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 IN PERSON Improv classes (usually held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month) in Aquatic Park area. See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register from the NEXT Village event calendar to join in the fun. Online registration typically opens a month before the class.
2024 Improv Class Dates:
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 IN PERSON Improv classes (usually held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month) in Aquatic Park area. See below for other Improv classes and dates. You can register from the NEXT Village event calendar to join in the fun. Online registration typically opens a month before the class.
2024 Improv Class Dates:
- Zoom Improv, 1-2:30PM: 5/20, 6/17, 7/15, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16
- In Person Improv at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM: 5/15, 6/19 (show), 7/17, 8/21, 9/18, 10/16, 11/20, 12/18
- In Person Improv at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 2-3:30PM: 5/4, 6/8
- Click here to visit our event calendar to register for other May 2024 Improv classes.
- And Save the Date for an in person Improv Show at Aquatic Park on 6/19!
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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.
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.
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Location is in Aquatic Park Area. Address & meeting up instructions will be emailed after you register.
Stress Busters -- Monthly Workshop (Zoom)
Custom schedule with 3 sessions
First session: Thursday, May 16 1:00PM - 2:00PM PDT
Last session: Thursday, August 22 1:00PM - 2:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Eileen Chan
Stress Busters meetings are open to everyone to help us learn how to better respond to any situation in a helpful way, instead of getting upset.
New topics are presented every month & everyone is welcome.
If you haven't tried Stress Busters yet, make sure to join us to learn how to reduce your stress and handle anything and everything life throws at you! Or if it's been a while since you attended, join us for a Stress Buster tune-up!
Friends are welcome. This group is free and NEXT Village membership is not required. Feel free to share the link with friends. First timers are always welcome.
New topics are presented every month & everyone is welcome.
If you haven't tried Stress Busters yet, make sure to join us to learn how to reduce your stress and handle anything and everything life throws at you! Or if it's been a while since you attended, join us for a Stress Buster tune-up!
Friends are welcome. This group is free and NEXT Village membership is not required. Feel free to share the link with friends. First timers are always welcome.
Upcoming Stress Busters Dates: 5/16, 7/25 (meeting on 4th Thursday), 8/22 (meeting on 4th Thursday). Note: we will not have a meeting in June.
Speakers - Eileen Chan is a native San Franciscan. She has volunteered with Stress Busters since the organization was founded over 30 years ago. Eileen is trained as an optometrist.
Registration Notes:
- When registering, to register for only this event date, select option "Just this event." To register for upcoming monthly Stress Busters meetings through August 22, click the option to register for "This and all following events in this series" to register for 5/16, 7/25 and 8/22. You will need to re-register for this group after 8/22.
- You will receive a confirmation email with Zoom link after registering. If you don't see an email, look in your Bulk or Spam email folder for an email from NEXT Village.
- You will also receive a reminder email with Zoom link the day before the meeting.
- If you can't make the event, simply click the "Cancel my registration" button at the bottom of a reminder email.
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Goodwill Running
Sunday, May 19
11:00AM - 1:00PM PDT
UPDATE: Goodwill Running Day is full. To be added to the waitlist or schedule an individual pickup, contact Camille at camille@nextvillagesf.org or 415-574-0156.
We are excited to announce an amazing opportunity for you to receive support from our dedicated volunteers! As part of our ongoing efforts to assist and uplift our community, this special event consists of volunteers will be picking up donations for Goodwill right from your homes.
Let's declutter together and give back to those in need. Your gently used items can find new homes and bring joy to others. Plus, it's a chance to connect with friendly volunteers and share stories!
We are excited to announce an amazing opportunity for you to receive support from our dedicated volunteers! As part of our ongoing efforts to assist and uplift our community, this special event consists of volunteers will be picking up donations for Goodwill right from your homes.
Let's declutter together and give back to those in need. Your gently used items can find new homes and bring joy to others. Plus, it's a chance to connect with friendly volunteers and share stories!
The fine print:
- You must be a NEXT Village member to participate
- There is a 15-member limit, and the deadline is May 14th, so register ASAP!
- Members who live in Northeast SF will get priority (think North Beach, Telegraph Hill, Russian Hill, Nob Hill, Chinatown, Marina, Cow Hollow, Golden Gateway, etc. )
- Once your registration has been approved, you will receive an event confirmation. You are not confirmed until you receive the confirmation email.
- Volunteers will contact you shortly before arrival so that you will know they'll be there soon
Improv Class on Zoom
Monday, May 20
1:00PM - 2:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Louise Vogel
Join us for our monthly Zoom Improv class. New members welcome!!! No prior experience is necessary.
Have fun with others and draw on your own background and imagination! 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! Register on this page for our monthly Zoom class.
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 to join in the fun. Online registration typically opens a month before the class. (Events Calendar: nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events).
2024 Improv Class Dates:
Have fun with others and draw on your own background and imagination! 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! Register on this page for our monthly Zoom class.
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 to join in the fun. Online registration typically opens a month before the class. (Events Calendar: nextvillagesf.org/upcoming-events).
2024 Improv Class Dates:
- Zoom Improv, 1-2:30PM: 5/20, 6/17, 7/15, 8/19, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16
- In Person Improv at Aquatic Park, 1- 2:30PM: 5/15, 6/19 (show), 7/17, 8/21, 9/18, 10/16, 11/20, 12/18
- In Person Improv at GGV Library (Cow Hollow) 2-3:30PM: 5/4, 6/8
- Click here to visit our event calendar to register for other May 2024 Improv classes.
- And Save the Date for an in person Improv Show at Aquatic Park on 6/19!
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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
Monday, May 20
4:00PM - 6:30PM 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.
May's movie is The Royal Tenenbaums. We will be moving the movie to Monday May 20th due to Monday, May 27th being Memorial Day weekend.
Description: From acclaimed director Wes Anderson, Three grown prodigies, all with a unique genius of some kind, and their mother are staying at the family household. Their father, Royal, had left them long ago and comes back to make things right with his family.
Description: From acclaimed director Wes Anderson, Three grown prodigies, all with a unique genius of some kind, and their mother are staying at the family household. Their father, Royal, had left them long ago and comes back to make things right with his family.
Click here to watch the trailer for The Royal Tenenbaums.
Register now to secure your spot!
Senior Health and Fitness Day Walk in Presidio
Thursday, May 23
12:30PM - 3:30PM PDT
Instructors:
Richard Wei
Motion is Lotion! National Senior Health & Fitness Day is on the horizon!
Calling all Seniors! Did you know that May 29th is National Health and Fitness Day? Huzzah!
NEXT will get a jump on the day by celebrating on THURSDAY, MAY 23rd, with a BIG GROUP WALK! NEXT offers four walking groups, a balance class, and a yoga class every week, and we'd like to see all of our members and friends come together for a walk in and around Crissy Field. Everyone is welcome.
Details:
- 12:30-1 Check-in, visit with health and fitness organizations
- Register for raffle prizes
- Watch demonstrations on balance, stretching, yoga, warm-up, cool down.
- 1:00-1:15 Pep Talk, and meet up with your peer walking group (see below for options).
- 1:15 Ready, Set, GO!
Upon your victorious return enjoy some sips and snacks and a little cool down session, pick up your swag. Shop around a bit and enjoy a discount at Sports Basement with any purchase.
*Balance tips and warm-up led by Jenn from Jenneration Fit in North Beach
*Yoga stretching and cool down tips by Natasha at Glow Yoga in North Beach.
Group / Route options
Self-select which group you want to walk with (based on ability and distance). There will be a <one-mile, a 2.5 mile, and a 4-mile walk. The pace will be conversational. Flat grade, with the exception of Tunnel Tops which will be a mild grade.
- Tunnel Tops, (<1 mile)
- Crissy Field > Warming Hut (2.5 miles)
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Crissy Field > Palace of Fine Arts > Tunnel Tops (4 miles)
Please register in advance. Limit:100.
Neighborhood Steps / SF 55+ Walking Club
Advance registration required. Click here to register.
And the Department of Aging and Disability Services
In the meantime, please enjoy these links to a variety of fitness, nutrition and health articles and videos https://www.fitnessday.com/2924/resources.html and save for future reference.
Organizer contact: Richard - 415 562 6075 (call or text)
SF Opera: Magic Flute (free dress rehearsal tickets)
Tuesday, May 28
5:15PM - 9:15PM PDT
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTES:
- You will not receive an auto email upon registering for this event. You do NOT have a confirmed ticket for this event until you receive an email confirmation from our staff. Our staff will periodically review registrations and send an email to let you know if you are confirmed or are on the waitlist.
- NEXT Village members have priority for the limited seats for the dress rehearsal until 4/17.
- Non-members will not be notified until after 4/17 if we can accommodate you or if you are on the waitlist.
If you are not yet a NEXT Village member, what are you waiting for? Click here to see sample membership benefits & to submit a membership application to join our incredible vibrant community of seniors. - If you want to bring a guest, they must register themself for this event (i.e., if you add their name to your registration or submit a second registration in your name, your guest will not have a ticket.)
The San Francisco Opera has invited NEXT Village members and other seniors to attend the final SF Opera's Final Dress Rehearsal for The Magic Flute. Tickets are free for SF seniors (aged 60+), but you must register in advance. NEXT Village members have priority for tickets until 4/17.
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OPERA OVERVIEW -- Journey into Love. Adventure into Fantasy.
Infiltrate the castle. Rescue the princess. Bring her home. That’s the mission that unites two unlikely allies: a dashing young prince and a bumbling bird-catcher, armed only with a set of magical musical instruments. Their journey into a world of sorcerers and serpents, spirits and secrets, takes an unexpected turn in The Magic Flute, a fairy-tale quest for love and wisdom. Mozart’s final opera comes alive in an acclaimed, inventive production from Barrie Kosky and Suzanne Andrade, conjured from the topsy-turvy delights of silent cinema, 1920s cabaret, early Hollywood animation, and the illustrator Edward Gorey. Music Director Eun Sun Kim takes us on a humanistic journey of awakening with some of the most sublime music ever written by Mozart.
Visit the SF Opera website for more information about this performance: sfopera.com/operas/the-magic-flute
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OPERA OVERVIEW -- Journey into Love. Adventure into Fantasy.
Infiltrate the castle. Rescue the princess. Bring her home. That’s the mission that unites two unlikely allies: a dashing young prince and a bumbling bird-catcher, armed only with a set of magical musical instruments. Their journey into a world of sorcerers and serpents, spirits and secrets, takes an unexpected turn in The Magic Flute, a fairy-tale quest for love and wisdom. Mozart’s final opera comes alive in an acclaimed, inventive production from Barrie Kosky and Suzanne Andrade, conjured from the topsy-turvy delights of silent cinema, 1920s cabaret, early Hollywood animation, and the illustrator Edward Gorey. Music Director Eun Sun Kim takes us on a humanistic journey of awakening with some of the most sublime music ever written by Mozart.
Visit the SF Opera website for more information about this performance: sfopera.com/operas/the-magic-flute
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NOTE:
- If you use a walker or wheelchair, notify the organizer at least five days prior to the event so we can ensure enough accessible seating for those who need it.
- As a courtesy, if you register & get a confirmed ticket for this event, please show up on time or cancel as far as you can in advance if you cannot attend. We've had problems with people registering for limited capacity events and not showing up, which deprives others of the opportunity and causes our organizers worry about and possibly delay the rest of the group waiting for missing people. If you are confirmed for a ticket and can't make it, simply reply to the confirmation email or the organizer as soon as you can to let us know if you need to cancel. Tickets will be handed out at the meeting spot near the Opera House before the performance.
Senior Wearables: How Can They Be Useful for Me?
Wednesday, May 29
11:00AM - 12:00PM PDT
Instructors:
Evan Loevner
Join us on Zoom for an overview of Senior Wearables: How Can They Be Useful for Me?
We will discuss:
We will discuss:
- Different types of wearables and what they offer, including advanced health monitoring and fall detection/prevention
- How have these devices advanced in recent years?
- Cost considerations
- Similar, alternative home devices that can help with the same needs
Presenter: Evan Loevner with Aviva In Homecare.
SF Opera: Innocence (free dress rehearsal tickets)
Wednesday, May 29
5:15PM - 8:15PM PDT
IMPORTANT REGISTRATION NOTES:
- You will not receive an auto email upon registering for this event. You do NOT have a confirmed ticket for this event until you receive an email confirmation from our staff. Our staff will periodically review registrations and send an email to let you know if you are confirmed or are on the waitlist.
- NEXT Village members have priority for the limited seats for the dress rehearsal until 4/17.
- Non-members will not be notified until after 4/17 if we can accommodate you or if you are on the waitlist.
If you are not yet a NEXT Village member, what are you waiting for? Click here to see sample membership benefits & to submit a membership application to join our incredible vibrant community of seniors. - If you want to bring a guest, they must register themself for this event (i.e., if you add their name to your registration or submit a second registration in your name, your guest will not have a ticket.)
The San Francisco Opera has invited NEXT Village members and other seniors to attend the final SF Opera's Final Dress Rehearsal for Innocence. Tickets are free for SF seniors (aged 60+), but you must register in advance. NEXT Village members have priority for tickets until 4/17.
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OPERA OVERVIEW
It was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives. But just as Stela and Tuomas toast their marriage, a devastating secret reemerges that threatens to drive the couple apart—and expose the guilt Tuomas bears in an unconscionable crime. Innocence takes us into the complex emotional journey of a group of people recovering from inconceivable trauma. Innocence makes clear the power of the opera stage to explore critical stories in uniquely impactful ways. Innocence is performed by an international cast of singers and actors in this towering work sung and spoken in nine languages, co-commissioned by San Francisco Opera. Acclaimed by the New York Times as a “masterpiece," it is making its highly-anticipated American premiere in San Francisco.
Please note that the subject matter of this opera is about the difficult aftermath of a tragic high school shooting. There is information on the SF Opera website about the story. While It is incredibly moving and thought provoking, we encourage everyone to read about the opera to decide if the subject matter is appropriate for you.
Visit the SF Opera website for more information about this performance: www.sfopera.com/operas/innocence
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NOTE:
OPERA OVERVIEW
It was supposed to be the happiest day of their lives. But just as Stela and Tuomas toast their marriage, a devastating secret reemerges that threatens to drive the couple apart—and expose the guilt Tuomas bears in an unconscionable crime. Innocence takes us into the complex emotional journey of a group of people recovering from inconceivable trauma. Innocence makes clear the power of the opera stage to explore critical stories in uniquely impactful ways. Innocence is performed by an international cast of singers and actors in this towering work sung and spoken in nine languages, co-commissioned by San Francisco Opera. Acclaimed by the New York Times as a “masterpiece," it is making its highly-anticipated American premiere in San Francisco.
Please note that the subject matter of this opera is about the difficult aftermath of a tragic high school shooting. There is information on the SF Opera website about the story. While It is incredibly moving and thought provoking, we encourage everyone to read about the opera to decide if the subject matter is appropriate for you.
Visit the SF Opera website for more information about this performance: www.sfopera.com/operas/innocence
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NOTE:
- If you use a walker or wheelchair, notify the organizer at least five days prior to the event so we can ensure enough accessible seating for those who need it.
- As a courtesy, if you register & get a confirmed ticket for this event, please show up on time or cancel as far as you can in advance if you cannot attend. We've had problems with people registering for limited capacity events and not showing up, which deprives others of the opportunity and causes our organizers worry about and possibly delay the rest of the group waiting for missing people. If you are confirmed for a ticket and can't make it, simply reply to the confirmation email or the organizer as soon as you can to let us know if you need to cancel. Tickets will be handed out at the meeting spot near the Opera House before the performance.