Drafts & Designs: East Bay Creatives Meetup

Hi, I’m Rose. Born and raised in the Bay Area, I’ve spent time working in entertainment, teaching, and brand events. I’m passionate about connecting with new people, building meaningful relationships, and helping create strong community wherever I go.

Frosty pint glasses, a crisp East Bay breeze, and a patio full of local creatives ready to talk design over a cold hazy IPA. Spend an hour in quick one-on-one rounds, then grab your favorite people and head to a nearby Uptown Oakland beer garden as a group.

Get ready for an hour of real one-on-one conversations with architects, designers, and tech creatives, seamlessly paired up by the app so you always know exactly who you are talking to next. Then comes the fun part: you pick your favorite people from the rounds and head to a nearby Uptown Oakland beer garden for drinks together. It all happens the same evening, with one shared plan, and everyone going together.

Just real conversation that turns into a real plan - with people you already vibe with.

By the time you're at the beer garden, you've got a crew of 4-6 people to share a table and ideas with. Maybe this becomes your go-to group for craft beers and design chats. Maybe it's just a great evening you'll remember. Either way, you're rolling with a crew.

Agenda

6:30PM - Check-In Follow the link to complete a quick profile setup on your phone.

6:35PM - 7:55PM - One-on-One Rounds Our app pairs you for focused conversations. Find out who shares your design aesthetic, local project interests, and creative passions.

7:55PM+ - Form Groups & walk to a nearby Uptown Oakland beer garden to grab drinks Reconnect with your favorite matches, form groups of 4-6, and walk to a nearby Uptown Oakland beer garden to grab drinks. Your group leaves together - tonight.

Don't just collect contacts. Actually grab drinks with new people and see if this becomes your regular crew for trying new beer gardens and local spots together.

Want to stay in touch with someone? Use the app - it lets you connect without ever sharing your phone number.

Here's a few recommendations: Two Pitchers Brewing Company - Housed in a historic 1919 auto repair shop, this vibrant taproom features dual outdoor patios where you can enjoy local radlers alongside burgers from Lovely's. Drake's Dealership - Nestled in a former Dodge dealership, this massive open-air beer garden offers 32 craft taps and fresh wood-fired pizzas by cozy fire pits. Beeryland - Formerly known as Telegraph Beer Garden, this casual neighborhood spot serves up cold beers and craft burgers in a relaxed, mural-covered outdoor courtyard. Mad Oak Bar 'N Yard - Known for its energetic atmosphere and expansive rooftop deck, this indoor-outdoor venue is great for groups with 40 rotating beers on tap. The Double Standard - This laid-back neighborhood watering hole boasts a massive back patio built around soaring, live redwood trees.

RSVP via: https://app.gistirl.com/event-details/AwzODttnz1RK9aQLsQlG

Early Bird Discounts | More $ Later