Some people called it the Coachella of block parties. The goal of Homecoming was to bring a neighborhood full of factories into a connected community for the day to create a deeper sense of belonging. 

After living in San Francisco for 4 years I felt it was time to contribute something big to my community. I invited everyone to share their gifts. People brought what they love, the things they’re good at, the things they’ve been wanting to offer but never quite had the space to. The concept was simple. Invite the neighborhood and businesses to contribute their gifts, freely, as a way to foster a deeper sense of belonging.

What unfolded was bigger than I could have imagined. Homecoming became a full day neighborhood festival with over 45 contributed experiences. We have over 50 volunteers that helped facilitate the event. There were movement classes, art, music, workshops, and so many unexpected moments of joy happening all at once

Some incredible highlights include mural tours by local muralist Sirron Norris, A Trick Dog menu history tours, kids singing lessons with Little Mission Studio, a street garden talk from Eileen, community-led talks throughout the day at The Verdi Club, Dandelion Chocolate factory tour and tasting, The Aesthetic Union print press and machine tours with make-your-own postcards, yoga and a sound bath from Serving Sundays. There was ribbon dancing, The Drop In, and we ended with a community talent show!