New Beginnings Social Events

🌸 ✨Pink Moon Sisterhood Happy Hour in San Mateo🔥🌕

Thu, Apr 2 · 5:30 PM PDT

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, 2206 Bridgepointe Pkwy, San Mateo, CA, US

Join us for a cozy Sisterhood Happy Hour with great conversation and a warm, welcoming group of gals. 💗
Happy Hour specials, connection, and a relaxed evening together—come unwind and enjoy a little Pink Moon glow. 🌕

We’ll gather for a relaxed and uplifting evening under April’s Pink Moon—a symbol of renewal, growth, and fresh starts. 🌱 While the full moon peaks the night before, we’ll still catch that soft evening glow as it rises… the perfect backdrop for laughter, connection, and meaningful conversation.

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🍹 The Plan

We’ll meet in a private back room at

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Reservation: 5:30 PM
Happy Hour: Until 7:00 PM (drinks + select appetizers)
Wrap-up: 8:00 PM (we’ll need to wrap up on time as the room is reserved afterward)

We have space for up to 30 sisters, so please RSVP thoughtfully.

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🌕 Why “Pink Moon”?

The April full moon is called the Pink Moon, named after early spring-blooming moss phlox flowers. It’s not actually pink—but it does represent renewal, possibility, and fresh energy… which feels just right for a night like this. 💗

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💫 What to Expect

• Easy, welcoming conversation
• A supportive, feel-good vibe
• New connections + familiar faces
• Lots of laughs

Come as you are—whether you’re feeling social, reflective, or just ready for a good meal with good company.

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📍 Finding the Group

Please go straight through the main dining room to the back of the restaurant.
You’ll see large floor-to-ceiling sliding doors—enter there into our private room.

Look for our green sparkly streamers—or ask for New Beginnings Sisterhood.
Your hosts, Linda and Amy, will be there to greet you wearing colorful bead necklaces!

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💳 Ordering & Payment

• Each table has a scan code to view the menu and pay individually by phone
• You’re welcome to mingle and move around—but please plan to pay from the table where you originally ordered
• We’ll also have a server assigned to our area if you prefer to order that way

(And yes—word is the chili is delicious and soups/chili come with free refills 😄)

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🍽️ Restaurant Etiquette

We love being welcomed by local spots like this one! Please support the venue by ordering food or beverages, thanking the staff, and tipping generously. Remember that outside food or drinks aren’t allowed due to health code requirements.

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💛 A Quick Note

Please keep your RSVP up to date. If your plans change, updating at least 24 hours in advance helps us keep things smooth for everyone—and allows someone else to join.

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🚗 Parking

BJ's is located in the Bridgepointe Shopping Center. It has plenty of parking, including EV chargers by Target.

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🔷 See our Group Guidelines HERE

❤️ Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026
We’re a volunteer-led group, and member contributions help cover annual Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. See our 2026 contributor list. Please make your annual $20 contribution for 2026 by giving cash with your name to the host at an in-person event. (Contributions are not tax-deductible.) As a thank-you, you can opt in to receive one-way group text updates with reminders and last-minute announcements. New here? Enjoy a few events first, then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!

❤️ Liability Reminder
By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and fellow 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.

🎸 Los Altos First Friday: A Night of Music, Fun + 10-15 Bands! 🎤 🎶 💃🏻🕺

Fri, Apr 3 · 6:00 PM PDT

Enchanté Boutique Hotel, 1 Main St, Los Altos, CA, US

It’s that time again! On the First Friday of every month, downtown Los Altos comes alive with 10–15 live bands, dancing, food, drinks, and plenty of fun along First and Main Streets.

🎶 Featured Meetup Spot:
Our own Rob Van Wandelen’s House Band will be playing on the patio at Enchanté Boutique Hotel from 6:00–8:00 pm. Expect high-energy, danceable favorites—from the Stones and Beatles to Elton John, Pink, The Black Keys, and Adele.

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📍 Finding the Group:
While Rob is performing, he won’t be hosting at a table—but Enchanté Hotel is our home base until 8:00 pm.

• Look for one or two larger tables on the patio (or ask the bar staff to point you to New Beginnings)
• If you arrive first, feel free to start a table
• During the band’s break, Rob often swings by to say "hi!"

After 8:00 pm, we usually wander to nearby venues to catch more bands until around 9:00 pm.
👉 Full lineup: losaltosfirstfriday.fun

💬 Connecting with others:
Use the Meetup comments to coordinate—or post if you’re new so we can keep an eye out for you!

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🍷 Venue Etiquette
To help us maintain a great relationship with Enchanté Hotel, please keep in mind that we are patrons, even when seated outdoors. Please plan to purchase food or beverages from the venue, thank the staff, and tip generously. Out of respect for the business and health code requirements, please don’t bring outside food or drinks.

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☔️ Weather Plan
This is an outdoor patio event—dress warmly!
If rain is expected, the band will decide by 4:00 pm. Any updates will be posted in the comments.

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🎵 Preview House Band on YouTube
· Twist and Shout
· Not Your Stepping Stone

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✨ EVENT LOGISTICS

🅿️ Parking:
Free lots and street parking nearby (short walk likely)

🤝 Want to help welcome newcomers?
Text Amy if you’re willing to be a friendly point person.

📱 Day-of Contact:
Amy (NB Organizer): 650-503-4555

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😎 Come for the music, stay for the people—and enjoy a lively night out with your New Beginnings crew!

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🔷 See our Group Guidelines HERE

🔴 Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026
We’re a volunteer-led group, and your support keeps our events possible! We invite you to make your annual $20 contribution for 2026—just give cash with your name to the host at an in-person event. (Not tax-deductible.) As a thank-you, you can opt in for one-way text updates with reminders and last-minute announcements. New here? Enjoy a couple of events first — then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!

🔴 Liability Reminder
By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and fellow 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.

🥐 🥪☕️ Saturday morning coffee at Franklin Street Caffé 🎉 👏🏻

Sat, Apr 4 · 9:30 AM PDT

Franklin Street Caffe, 1053 El Camino Real, Redwood City, CA, US

Kick off your weekend with our legendary Saturday morning coffee hangout!

Here's the deal:
👉 Drop in whenever you can—no pressure, just good vibes.
👉 Bring friends! The more, the merrier (bonus points if they’re coffee lovers).
👉 Say hi to new faces—we're all about making everyone feel like part of the crew.
👉 RSVPs for this event open one week prior, in the evening. (RSVP Details)
👉 Please update your RSVP if you aren't coming, so waitlist folks can get in!

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! ☀️

Learn more about Franklin Street Caffé on Yelp.

🤗 Café Etiquette
We love being welcomed by local spots like this one! Please support Franklin Street Caffé by ordering food or beverages, thanking the staff, and tipping generously. Even when we’re seated outdoors, outside food or drinks aren’t allowed due to health code requirements.

🔷 See our Group Guidelines HERE

🔴 Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026
As a volunteer-led group, member contributions help cover Meetup fees and the occasional venue rental that make our gatherings possible. If you haven’t contributed in 2026, we invite you to give a $20 annual cash contribution (with your name) directly to the event host. (Contributions are not tax-deductible.) See our 2026 contributor list. New here? Enjoy a couple of events first — then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!

🔴 Liability Reminder
By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guest(s) 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.

🎶 🌊 Adam Aldama and the Aces "Rock the Dock" in Redwood City! 💃🕺

Sat, Apr 4 · 3:00 PM PDT

Redwood City Seaport, 459 Seaport Ct, redwood city, CA, US

🎶🌊 Rock the Dock is BACK! Let’s kick off the season together! 💃🕺 Sunshine, waterfront vibes, and live music return to the Port of Redwood City—and we’re starting things off in style!

Join us for the opening day of the Rock the Dock outdoor concert series, featuring the always-electric Adam Aldama & The Aces— one of the Bay Area’s most in-demand, high-energy dance bands. 🎤✨

After a season indoors, we’re back outside by the water… and ready to celebrate! 🌞 🌊

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🎤 ABOUT THE BAND

This dynamic 5-piece brings it all:
🎷 Funky horns
🎸 Grooving guitar
🥁 Tight rhythm section
🎤 Powerhouse vocals

🎵 What you’ll hear:
• Throwback Hip-Hop & Old School favorites
• Smooth R&B
• Pop & Top 40 hits

🔥 Why you’ll love it:
• Danceable hits across decades
• Big, vibrant sound with live horns
• Interactive, feel-good energy
• Seamless sets that keep the energy going

Come ready to move—this is a nonstop, feel-good dance party with a beautiful bay backdrop! 💃🕺

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📍 EVENT DETAILS

• Meet-up Time: 3:00 PM (come early to grab a good spot!)
• Band plays: 3:30–6:00 PM
• Where: Port of Redwood City, 459 Seaport Court, Redwood City
• Group Location: To the left of the stage, just behind the twin palm trees near the food truck
• Look for: Nancy and Ralph, wearing colorful bead necklaces, and our green sparkly streamers.

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🧺 WHAT TO BRING

• A chair or blanket
• Food and drinks (for yourself or to share)
• Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
• Layers—coastal breeze can roll in

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🌟 GOOD TO KNOW

This is the inaugural event of the 2026 Rock the Dock season—a great one to come out for, whether you're a regular or brand new. Expect a lively crowd, great music, and that easy, welcoming New Beginnings vibe.

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📱 Day-of Event text messages: 650.868.6802

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ℹ️ MORE INFO

Check out the Port's Rock the Dock concert series web page, including info on each week's band: here.

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🅿️ PARKING

• Main Lot: The Port’s main parking lot fills quickly—especially for popular bands.
• Overflow Lot: If the main lot is full, use the overflow lot just east of the main entrance on Seaport Blvd.
• How to Enter: Instead of turning left into the main lot, make a soft diagonal left just before the median (yes, it feels like you’re heading toward oncoming traffic!) and go through the gate.
• Walking Route: After parking, walk back out to Seaport Blvd to get to the dock.

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🔷 See our Group Guidelines HERE

❤️ Help Keep the Fun Going in 2026
We’re a volunteer-led group, and member contributions help cover annual Meetup fees and occasional venue rentals. See our 2026 contributor list. Please make your annual $20 contribution for 2026 by giving cash with your name to the host at an in-person event. (Contributions are not tax-deductible.) As a thank-you, you can opt in to receive one-way group text updates with reminders and last-minute announcements. New here? Enjoy a few events first, then pitch in if it feels like a good fit!

🔴 Liability Reminder
By participating in any New Beginnings Social Event, you and your guests RELEASE and DISCHARGE the organizers, hosts, and fellow 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.