Solid Grounds

12/02/2024

🌟 GRAND OPENING ANNOUNCEMENT🌟
The wait is over! My friends at have partnered with to launch their physical space and we couldn't be more thrilled!
✈️ From The Bay to Tulsa to Houston, spanning community and corporate events, block parties, coffee collabs and supper clubs, Soul Blends have been very near and dear partners to us! With that said, is beyond excited to host the Grand Opening of their new West Oakland space and you are cordially invited to join us on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 9 AM to 5 PM. ⏰

This isn't just a coffee shop opening-it's a movement.
A testament to the power of community, collaboration, and creating something meaningful together. From our roots in Oakland to the relationships we've built along the way, this space represents what's possible when we pave the way together, hand in hand.

☕️ What's Brewing for You:
Soulful LIVE Music and DJ sets to keep the energy high
🪴A FREE small plant for the first 40 guests, celebrating growth and new beginnings (thank you, !)
🎟️A Community Raffle featuring amazing prizes to honor the businesses that inspire and believe in us

and have poured their hearts into making this space a hub for connection, creativity, and belonging-for everyone. Whether you've been with us from the start or are just joining our journey, this celebration is for you. Let's come together to sip, share, and celebrate the vibrant, resilient spirit of Oakland.

Location: 3207 Louise Street, Oakland, CA
17 Date: Saturday, February 1, 2025

More details coming shortly!

11/20/2024

The Brain Break series debuted during Afrotech this past weekend and we couldn't be more filled with gratitude. This space was a manifestation of everything we hoped it to be-- a room full of beautiful people, art, healing, good vibes, delicious food, and true community. Thanks to all that supported the vision, came through, and made this experience so special.

Can't forget to thank our sponsors & supporting staff:















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11/09/2024

🎉 WHO ALL GON BE THERE? Our Bay to Houston Black Tech Game Night was just a nice reprieve of good energy and community in the times we need it most. Big shoutout to everyone who came through to connect, vibe, and share event plans over a few rounds of spades, uno and empanadas. Y’all set the tone for an amazing conference ahead. 🙌🏾 Thanks to and for poppin out!

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Now that we’re warmed up, let’s take over Houston! 💼✨ Enjoyed the event? Don't forget to RSVP to our Brain Break Series by on Nov 16! We just made tickets FREE so get yours today!!

Special thank you to for donating some of the proceeds from the night to make this possible along! If you haven't checked out Sobre Mesa cocktail bar, you've been missing out! Shoutout to our sponsors and to everyone who made it happen and can’t wait to see you all in Houston Next Week!

11/07/2024

Join us in Houston on Nov 16 for our 2 part event series: The Brain Break

Part 1: The first half of our brain break series is meant to create a space for rest and wellness. We're kicking off the afternoon with a breathing workshop with of Breath and the City. Escape the hustle and bustle of the conference and take a moment to ground yourself and recharge in community! Taking place during the Vivant Art Gallery Exhibit hosted by , we'll have art, wellness and rest activations along with music sets by to keep the vibes right! Link in bio to RSVP!

11/06/2024

Get out and Vote! It's a form of care, my boi. Looking for ballot resources? Check out and for proposition breakdowns, voter FAQs, and more.

Shoutout to 's traveling installation which toured all around the country with care essentials: voter guides, emergency contraceptives, massages, facials, Narcan, lip gloss, voter registration, and l**e to name a few. I had the privilege of hosting the Care-Van voting Townhall earlier this year with at Thankful for creative and impactful community care initiatives like this one. 💕

11/05/2024

The energy in the air may be heavy Today, but we are a resilient and joyful community always.

Spreading the positivity, we're excited to announce our partnership with and to curate Friendsgivin' at The Museum for Black Girls in Denver! This is not only a soulful celebration of live music, art, and food--- It's a living art exhibit of Black Joy, Creativity, Gathering.
Step into an unforgettable experience where culture sparks authentic connection. We have limited seating and only 10 spots left!
The link to RSVP can be found

11/03/2024

Bay Area! If you're an attendee or an event organizer heading to Houston for Afro Tech, pull up for some positive vibes at our pre-conference Game Night & mixer at this wednesday from 6pm-8:30pm.

Come out to share plans, meet people, & find out about all the must-attend events and parties taking off from the Bay. We've got food and drink specials, games powered by and sounds by

RSVP is Free 💫 tell a friend to tell a friend and be sure to register for our Brain Break Series Nov 16 in Houston!

10/07/2024

It's and we've got issues to talk about! Come through to this Wednesday for our community forum for the culture! Join the conversation about the intersection of affordable housing and mental health and the local initiatives that impact this very important issue with Executive Director Teslim Ikharo of .land and special guests, Nikki Bas and John Bauters.

Enjoy light bites courtesy of along with lattes and espresso martinis by our friends at . We'll get grounded with some breathing techniques by of Breath And the City prior to the conversation! Afterwards, you can enjoy some art by and networking to close out the evening. We've also prepared some hygiene kits for attendees to take and give back to community members in need. Tix are Free, check the bio for more details.

09/30/2024

Join us for an evening of food, community and conversation as we explore the power of supportive housing. Connect and learn about the intersection of affordable housing and mental health with Supportive Housing Community Land Alliance and Alameda County Board of Supervisor D5 candidates.

October 9
7-9pm
Port Labs
2044 Franklin Ave.

Free RSVP, check the bio!

08/05/2024

so excited!!

🌟 Join us for Soul Box Supper Club! 🌟
📅 August 15, 2024, 7 PM
📍 The Commons @ KQED, 2601 Mariposa St, SF
🎟️ $129

Enjoy a multi-course dinner by Chef Tirzah Love, a dialogue on voting with Taylor Nanz of Solid Grounds, and live art by Sloane Gross. Don't miss this special KQED event!

Get tickets:https://www.kqed.org/event/4419

07/10/2024

We produced our first music & tech festival and here's how it went 💜

Hiiiwav Fest '24

06/22/2024

We had a time at Black Art & Music at The Ruth! From art, to food to music, to doubledutchin' on the patio, the good vibes were flowing in support of the local artists .daily.zazz .smalls and creating fun and FREE programming in the Bayview Community! Follow and to tap in with more dope events, creative opportunities, and programming at the Opera House!

06/20/2024

THIS SUNDAY!! We're collaborating with .beams .only to bring you TBN's ultimate game day! We've got tourneys going for kickball, relay races, tug of war, etc. along with food vendors to keep you well fed through the day.

We're Black Outside, taking over San Pablo Park! Bring ya aunties, uncles, cousins and the rest or come alone and meet someone new! Either way, we can't wait to see you soon! RSVPS are full, walk ups welcome

06/19/2024

We're bring Sunday Supper to .space today! We've got a cocktail hour marketplace supporting Black-Owned local businesses .club along with a portrait studio popup by , live art by , and spinning the night away! We've got a delicious 5-course menu by featuring wine pours by .club and guided conversation prompts led by

We can't wait to welcome you to our Juneteenth celebration!

06/03/2024

It's GAAAAAAAME TIMEEEEEEEE!!! 🏀🏈⚽️⚾️🎾⛳️
Dust off ya sneakers, stretch out ya hamstrings bc it's time to play!!

SOLID GROUNDS COMMUNITY, we in the building partnering with for their annual TB GAME DAY, Sunday, June 23rd.
We gonna have some good eats and great times. Mark your calendars and show up with great sportsmanship!! Bring ya aunties and uncles! It's giving ultimate game day!

Where?
🛝 San Pablo Park
2800 Park Street
Berkeley, CA 94702
⏰1PM -7PM
RSVP on Eventbrite…check the bio!

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This event is in collaboration with
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05/21/2024

🎨 FEATURED VISUAL ARTIST LINE UP for June 2nd 🎨

We are incredibly honored to showcase the amazing talent of these visual and live artists at our event.

These Bay Area natives will be presenting some of their finest work:
Chris Burch
Lorenzo Crockett
Mela Foster
Kayl Johnson
Taylor Smalls .smalls
Zaikya Zazaboi .daily.zazz
PLUS, be captivated with LIVE ART by Sloane Gross !

This celebration of Black culture through art and music brought to you by Ruth Williams Opera House and powered by the , , and .

Entry is FREE with RSVP-link in bio. Don't miss out! ©

04/18/2024

Check out some photos from this past Sunday's Walk It Like I Talk It event at Lake Merritt with !

Attendees were paired together at a starting meeting point and given conversation cards and directions to the final destination (a spot on the lake ~20 min walk away). There, we all gathered over music, games, food and more great conversation.
Thanks to for sponsoring some amazing raffle prizes of outdoor gear along with .fare who provided delicious food to keep us nourished after our walk. We also had providing fresh juices and with some other treats. A time was had!

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04/16/2024

Solid Grounds is partnering with Rain.Aero for ! Join us next week for —Walk & Talk with a fellow SF Climate Week explorer along a historic taxiway to Rain headquarters at the former Naval Air Station Traffic Control Tower for an engaging panel on Wildfire Technology, Climate Policy, & Capital with Nancy Pfund, Gayle Miller and Maxwell Brodie.

There will also be plenty of time to wander their halls l, get a helicopter tour and connect with like-minded climate and wildfire folks. Friday April 26th, 10am-12:30pm.

RSVP + details in bio or here: https://lu.ma/trxrp181