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We rely on annual member donations to cover Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. If you havenāt donated in 2025, please consider a $10ā$20 cash contribution (with your name) given directly to the event host. New? Enjoy a couple of events first ā then pitch in if it feels like a good fit! Prefer Venmo or Zelle? Text 650-504-8444.
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By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home.
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See all- The Houserockers Plays "Rock the Dock" in Redwood City!Redwood City Seaport, redwood city, CA
š¶Join your New Beginnings Social friends for music & dancing at the scenic Port of Redwood City!š¶
The Houserockers are a powerhouse 10-piece Rock & Soul band. With a wailing five-piece horn section and a rock-solid rhythm section, the Houserockers deliver an eclectic mix of classic rock, blues, funk, ā60s soul, and R&B. Their setlists span decades, featuring hits from The Rolling Stones to Bruno Mars, Earth, Wind & Fire to CeeLo Green, Stevie Wonder to Bruce Springsteen, Hall & Oates to The Beatles, Van Morrison, and many more.
Winners of multiple Bay Area music honorsāincluding KFOX Radioās āLast Band Standing,ā Los Gatan Magazineās Best Local Band, and San Jose Metroās Best Cover Band Runner-UpāThe Houserockers are one of the most sought-after live acts in the region, entertaining crowds for over 20 years.
āØWhether you're dancing, singing along, or playing air guitar, every Houserockers show feels like a house party you wonāt want to miss!āØ
Event Details
- Arrival Time: 3:00 PM ā come early to claim a spot and help hold space for the group
- Show Time: 3:30 PM
- Location: Port of Redwood City ā our group gathers to the left of the stage, just behind the twin palm trees near the food truck
- Look for: Nancy and Barb (wearing colorful bead necklaces)
šŖ What to Bring
- A chair for yourself
- Food and drinks (for yourself or to share!)
ā¹ļø More Info
Check out the Port's Rock the Dock concert series web page ā including info on each week's band ā here. All concerts take place on Saturdays.š± Day-of Text Contact
650.868.6802 or 408.857.5572š“ Support Our Group
We rely on annual member donations to cover Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. If you havenāt donated in 2025, please consider a $10ā$20 cash contribution (with your name) given directly to the event host. New? Enjoy a couple of events first ā then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!
Prefer Venmo or Zelle? Text 650-504-8444š“ Liability Disclaimer
By participating in any NB Social Event, you RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home. - š¤¹āāļøDinner & "Drini & the Bad Kats Band" at Capeloās Barbecue, Redwood City! š¶Capelo's Barbecue, Redwood City, CA
Join us for a fun-filled evening of delicious food, local craft beer and wine, and live music under the stars at Capeloās Barbecue in Redwood City! This is a great chance to hang out with friends, meet new people, and enjoy some amazing tunes by a top-notch local band.
šø Live Music by Drini & the Bad Kats Band
This energetic Bay Area band delivers a bold mix of R&B, Soul, Blues, Funk, and Classic Rock with a fresh and funky twist. Their dynamic set list includes covers of legends like Wilson Pickett, ZZ Top, Marvin Gaye, Sly & the Family Stone, The Beatles, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, and many more. Whether you're grooving in your seat or dancing by the table, this is a show you wonāt want to miss!š About Capeloās Barbecue
Capeloās is a cozy, welcoming spot with indoor and outdoor seating, a beer and wine garden, and all your favorite barbecue classics. Itās located on Middlefield Road in the heart of North Fair Oaks, just down the street from Costco.š Address: 2655 Middlefield Rd, Redwood City, CA 94063
š æļø Parking: Limited lotāstreet parking may be required. Please plan to walk a little.
š¤ Note: Weāll be outside on the patio, so dress for the weather.
š½ļø Menu: View here
š Your host Nancy will be there to greet youālook for her wearing a colorful bead necklace!
š¤¹āāļø Day-of-event texts: 650.868.6802š“ Support Our Group
We rely on annual member donations to cover Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. If you havenāt donated in 2025, please consider a $10ā$20 cash contribution (with your name) given directly to the event host. New? Enjoy a couple of events first ā then pitch in if it feels like a good fit! Prefer Venmo or Zelle? Text 650-504-8444.š“ Liability Disclaimer
By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home. - š„ š„Ŗāļø Saturday morning coffee at Franklin Street CaffĆ© šFranklin Street Caffe, Redwood City, CA
Kick off your weekend with our legendary Saturday morning coffee hangout!
Here's the deal:
š Drop in whenever you canāno pressure, just good vibes.
š Bring friends! The more, the merrier (bonus points if theyāre coffee lovers).
š Say hi to new facesāwe're all about making everyone feel like part of the crew.We meet on the 1st, 3rd, and (when the calendar gets fancy) 5th Saturday of each month. Come for the coffee, stay for the laughs (and maybe a pastry or two). Your Saturday mornings just got WAY better! āļø
Learn more about Franklin Street CaffƩ on Yelp.
š“ Support Our GroupāØWe rely on annual member donations to cover Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. If you havenāt donated in 2025, please consider a $10ā$20 cash contribution (with your name) given directly to the event host. New? Enjoy a couple of events first ā then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!
š“ By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and participants from all liability for injuries, illness, damages, death, issues relating to privacy or economic loss arising from activities, advice, or information provided. Participation is voluntary and entirely at your own risk. You are responsible for your safety, belongings, and transportation decisions. Choose carpool drivers carefully and consider leaving valuables at home.
- šæ Summer Social at MazraāDinner in Redwood City!Mazra, Redwood City, CA
šæ Summer Social at Mazra ā Fresh Flavors & Great Company
Letās kick off summer with a casual evening of good food and great conversation on the garden patio at Mazra, a cozy Mediterranean gem in downtown Redwood City.This local favorite is the brainchild of brothers Jordan and Saif Makableh, who created MazraāArabic for āfarmāāto share the bold, vibrant flavors of their Jordanian roots and honor their familyās rich culinary heritage with warm, welcoming hospitality.
š Mazra, 2021 Broadway, Redwood City
š Tuesday, June 24th
ā° Arrive by 5:45 PM
š½ Dinner at 6 PMItās a hugely popular spot that often has a line out the door, so weāre lucky to get a reservation! Weāll be seated on their garden patio (which is heated) once our full group arrives, so please plan to get there by 5:45 PM to help make it as smooth as possible. (And yes, that means leaving a little extra time to find parking!)
šµ How it works:
Mazra uses a QR code for orderingāeasy and efficient. Everyone orders and pays individually, so no awkward check splitting.š½ļø Menu preview & vibe check:
Expect grilled meats, kebabs, falafel, vibrant salads, wraps, house-made sides, and plenty of vegetarian options. You can get a feel for the menu at eatmazra.com or on Yelp. Mazra does not serve alcohol, but youāre welcome to bring your own wine or beer. A $7 corkage fee per drinking guest applies.š Getting there & parking tips:
ā¢ Street parking can be tight, so give yourself time to find a spot.
ā¢ Public garages are close by (like Jefferson & Marshall).
ā¢ Coming by Caltrain? Greatāitās just a few blocks from the Redwood City station. Check Caltrain schedule here.š This is an easygoing social eveningāno agenda, just a chance to connect, share a meal, and enjoy a lovely summer night with friends new and familiar.
ā RSVP to save your spotāweād love to see you there!
