About us
Are you new to the Bay Area? Do you want to make new friends? Do you want to go hiking but don't want to do it by yourself? Are you curious about the breweries?
This group is for anyone interested in socializing and staying active in a relaxed and welcoming environment. We enjoy meeting new people so feel free to check out our events! Come say hi and see where that takes you :)
IMPORTANT RULES:
- Please RSVP before showing up and update it accordingly if you can no longer make it to the event.
- Please be respectful. We do not tolerate offensive behavior and ban people who harass other members of the group.
- The organizers are not responsible for any injuries or damage that may happen to you while attending any of our events, especially when doing anything outdoors such as hiking. You are responsible for your own safety at all times.
Welcome to the group and we look forward to meeting you in person!
Upcoming events
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Tuesday Board Games in Campbell
7Stars Bar and Grill, 400 E campbell Ave, Campbell, CA, USJoin us at 7Stars Bar and Grill in Campbell for Tuesday night board games. Many of our members are board game enthusiasts who love teaching board games to new folk, no board game experience needed. You're welcome to bring your favorite games (the bar has a few, I'll bring a bunch) and we'll see you there!
Venue Details
- The bar owners have generously waived reservation fees, so we ask all attendees support the venue by ordering food or a drink.
- Tons of free nearby parking (details below).
- A five-minute walk to VTA Light Rail station (details below).
- Bar is Star Wars themed on the inside but looks like an old bank on the outside (ornate concrete facade with pillars).
- Drop in whenever you can make it! No worries if you arrive after the event starts.
- Have a question for us? Join our board game chat server! (The link to our Discord chat server is posted above with the other details for this event.)
Games
- Folk bring all sorts of board and card games!
- Word Games (Just One, Hues and Cues, Decrypto, Codenames, Wavelength)
- Visual Card Games (Detective Club, Mysterium, Dixit)
- Territory Building Games (Terraforming Mars, Scythe, Dune Imperium)
- Grid Building Games (Earth, Castle Combo, Happy City)
- Racing Games (Heat: Pedal to the Metal, Jamaica)
- Social Deduction Games (Avalon, Saboteur, Secret Hitler, Feed the Kraken, Blood on the Clocktower, Two Rooms And A Boom)
- Number Games (Hanabi, TEN, The Crew)
Parking
- Check out the parking area map here.
- Tons of free parking in the Second Street Parking Garage and First Street Garage.
- Free parking in the lots by Hyde Park, Khartoum, and (if you're lucky) Water Tower Kitchen.
- Free street parking spots are usually available along Orchard city drive, though you might have to circle a bit.
- More free street parking in the residential neighborhoods along North 3rd St, N 2nd St and N 1st St.
- Additional parking details can be found here.
7Stars Bar and Grill Menus
- Food menu here.
- Beer drafts and cocktails menu here.
- Non-alcoholic mocktails served as well! Ask the bartenders about the secret mocktail menu.
VTA Light Rail & Caltrains
- There's a Light Rail station a five minute walk from 7Stars, in case you've got a Light Rail station near your home or workplace.
- If you're near a Caltrains station, you can take it to downtown Mountain View and walk across the platforms to catch a Light Rail to Downtown Campbell.
- Alternatively you can take Caltrains to Diridon station in San Jose, walk a few blocks to the Light Rail "San Fernando" station in San Jose and ride that to Downtown Campbell.
51 attendees
Mountain View Makers Market + Dinner
Peet's Coffee, 420 Castro St, Mountain View, CA 94041, USA, Mountain View, CA, USCasual hang out and check the makers market at Downtown Mountain View.
Meet at 5:00PM @ Peet's coffee (420 Castro St). We will explore the market for about 45-60 mins, then break off for dinner or coffee.
- Free event
- Over fifty incredible vendors you can support (if you want)
- Optional Dinner
- Official event link: Mountain View Makers Market
- Parking: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eYnJsGzcMzbmTfoP7 Street and other parking lots are nearby as well
I will use the new Chat feature communicate during the event. If any specific announcements, I will also update in comments. I may post a whatsapp link as a backup if needed.
47 attendees
Sat Morning 5K Campbell Run + Brunch
Peet's Coffee, 1875 S Bascom Ave Ste. 800, Campbell, CA 95008, USA, Campbell, CA, USKick off your weekend with a scenic run and social brunch!
You can join our group every Saturday at 8:00 am for a run on the paved Los Gatos Creek Trail (LGCT). This is a mostly out-and-back trail that caters to all levels. Our members usually run either 3-6 miles, 6-10 miles or 10+ miles. So whether you're a seasoned marathoner or just starting out, you're welcome to join!
Here's what you can expect:
- Start time: 8:00am every Saturday
- Location: Peet's Coffee in the center of the Pruneyard shopping plaza in Campbell.
- Distance: Choose your own adventure! The out-and-back format allows you to customize your run.
- Here are example routes for a 5K run on the LGCT (Strava, AllTrails, Komoot).
- Feel free to upload the GPX route file to your smart device if you'd like directions during the run!
- Pace: All paces are welcome! We encourage runners of all abilities to join.
- Post-run: Join us for an optional brunch at a nearby spot to refuel and socialize (location to be announced based on group preference).
Bathroom Availability
- Bathrooms are located in the Pruneyard plaza inside Peet's Coffee and public restrooms next to Out of the Barrel (Apple Maps, Google Maps).
- Bathrooms are located on the trail near the half way point past the dog park (Apple Maps, Google Maps) and towards the end of the trail at Campbell Park (Apple Maps, Google Maps).
What to bring:
- Running shoes (How to Pick the Right Running Shoe)
- Comfortable clothing (Hot and Cold Weather Running Clothes Options).
- Sun protection (Sun Protection for Runners).
- Water bottle and any personal nutrition you need
- Positive vibes and a willingness to have fun!
Whether you're looking for a challenging workout, a scenic run, or just some weekend motivation, this event is for you! RSVP below to join our growing community of runners and make your Saturday mornings epic.
18 attendees
Past events
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