Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Smalltown Jam Night
Join us for Jam Night, a new monthly gathering for musicians, singers, and music lovers of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just getting started, this is a space to play, collaborate, and connect—no pressure, just good vibes.
We’ll have a piano, guitars, drums, percussion, and mics ready to go. Bring your own instrument if you’d like, or just bring yourself and jump in.
Come make music, meet fellow creatives, and be part of something spontaneous and joyful.
All are welcome. No RSVP needed. Just show up and jam.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
The Taste of Castro Valley
Join us as we partner with the Rotary Club of Castro Valley for The Taste of Castro Valley. Music by Smalltown Society artists Evan Ceremony, Luna Jenn, and Boyhood! More info coming soon.
Blackyard August Event
Support your favorite local artists at Blackyard! Enjoy performances by Smalltown artists Paul Keim, Micaiah Dempsey, and Black Excellence, alongside many others in an incredible lineup. Stay tuned for more details!
The LAB feat. Francis Turkey Bacon
The LAB featuring Francis Turkey Bacon
Join us Wednesday, August 20 at 7:30 p.m. at The Clinic for another night of creativity, community, and live music.
Meet Francis Turkey Bacon — the latest indie folk-rock project from former members of East Bay bands Sore Thumb, Former Babies, and J. Shepherd. Trading garage rock energy for a stripped-down, soulful sound inspired by Wilco, John Prine, and Dr. Dog, they’re here to move hearts and move change.
100% of their profits go to East Bay charities, and they regularly host benefit concerts supporting causes like the Alameda Food Bank and LGBTQ Freedom Fund.
Share your work. Be inspired. Build community.
Presented by Smalltown Society
DM us or email info@smalltownsociety.com for an invite!
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The LAB con Francis Turkey Bacon
Acompáñanos el miércoles 20 de agosto a las 7:30 p.m. en The Clinic para otra noche de creatividad, comunidad y música en vivo.
Conoce a Francis Turkey Bacon, el nuevo proyecto de folk-rock indie formado por exmiembros de bandas del East Bay como Sore Thumb, Former Babies y J. Shepherd. Han dejado atrás el garage rock de alta energía por un sonido más íntimo y acústico, inspirado en Wilco, John Prine y Dr. Dog.
Aunque su música ha evolucionado, su compromiso con el cambio social sigue firme: donan casi todas sus ganancias a organizaciones benéficas del East Bay y organizan conciertos a beneficio de causas como el Banco de Alimentos de Alameda y el LGBTQ Freedom Fund.
Comparte tu arte. Inspírate. Construye comunidad.
Presentado por Smalltown Society
Envíanos un DM o escribe a info@smalltownsociety.com para recibir tu invitación.
CULTURE & SOUL: A NIGHT OF SACRED MUSIC Featuring Sidi Yassir and Safiyah Hernandez
Join Sidi Yassir and Safiyah Hernández for a one-of-a-kind Bay Area musical experience, where soul, indie, jazz, and traditional Moroccan Sufi folk music converge. This rare collaboration bridges cultures and genres, featuring songs and sacred melodies in English, Arabic, and Urdu. A celebration of devotion, unity, and the timeless power of music, this night promises to uplift and inspire.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
The LAB feat Slow Coast
The LAB: September 3rd
Join us Wednesday, September 3rd at 7:30 p.m. at The Clinic for a night of soul-shaking songs, poetic open mic moments, and community vibes.
This month’s Featured Artist: Slow Coast — an indie rock project out of San Francisco with a sunny, beach-rock sound and introspective lyrics.
Think: The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, Tame Impala—but with their own west coast flavor.
Music to run away to. Lyrics that bring you back home.
Come share. Come listen. Come belong.
Hosted by Smalltown Society.
#TheLAB #SmalltownSociety #SlowCoast #IndieRockBayArea #OpenMicNight #SFIndie #LiveMusicEastBay #CreateCollaborateInspire #BeachRockVibes #CastroValleyEvents
The LAB feat. Ian Santillano
The LAB: October 1st
This month, we’re honored to welcome Ian Santillano — a genre-bending, soul-baring Filipino-American artist from Hayward, CA.
From jazz-funk stages in San Jose to Spotify Studios in LA, Ian’s music is a masterclass in authenticity, groove, and self-reflection. His sound fuses soul, R&B, folk, and rock—anchored by masterful guitar work, vulnerable lyrics, and lush, self-produced arrangements.
Whether performing with his band The Housewarmers or releasing sonic gems with Bolo Music Group, Ian keeps pushing musical boundaries while staying rooted in truth.
Join us Wednesday, October 1st at 7:30 p.m. at The Clinic.
Share your work. Get inspired. Be part of the story.
Hosted by Smalltown Society.
#TheLAB #SmalltownSociety #IanSantillano #BayAreaMusic #FilAmArtist #IndieSoul #SelfProduced #HaywardMusic #EastBayCreatives #CreateCollaborateInspire
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The LAB: 1 de Octubre
Este mes, tenemos el honor de presentar a Ian Santillano — un artista filipino-americano de Hayward, CA, cuya música cruza géneros y revela el alma.
Desde los escenarios de jazz-funk en San José hasta Spotify Studios en LA, la música de Ian fusiona soul, R&B, folk y rock con letras vulnerables, armonías ricas y una producción impecable. Su autenticidad y talento brillan tanto en el estudio como en vivo con su banda The Housewarmers.
Actualmente firmado con Bolo Music Group, Ian continúa compartiendo nuevas obras que exploran su identidad, salud mental y creatividad sin límites.
Acompáñanos el miércoles 1 de octubre a las 7:30 p.m. en The Clinic.
Comparte tu arte. Inspírate. Sé parte de la comunidad.
Organizado por Smalltown Society.
#TheLAB #SmalltownSociety #IanSantillano #MusicaBayArea #ArtistaFilAm #IndieSoul #Autoproducción #MusicaHayward #CreativosEastBay #CreaColaboraInspira
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Smalltown Jam Night
Join us for Jam Night, a new monthly gathering for musicians, singers, and music lovers of all levels. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just getting started, this is a space to play, collaborate, and connect—no pressure, just good vibes.
We’ll have a piano, guitars, drums, percussion, and mics ready to go. Bring your own instrument if you’d like, or just bring yourself and jump in.
Come make music, meet fellow creatives, and be part of something spontaneous and joyful.
All are welcome. No RSVP needed. Just show up and jam.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Art Night
What Do You Bring to the Stone Soup? – Two Community Craft Nights
Presented by Smalltown Society
Join us for a pair of special community craft nights where we reflect on the unique, often unseen ways we contribute to our shared life together—your humor, your sense of calm, your care, your connection to land and place. Through art, we’ll honor these gifts and celebrate community.
🎨 Craft Night #1
📍 Smalltown Society Clinic
🗓️ Wednesday, July 3 | 🕖 7:00–9:30 PM
A slower, more intimate gathering for reflection and hands-on creativity in our community’s creative home.
🎨 Craft Night #2
📍 Castro Valley Marketplace (Marketplace Mixer)
🗓️ Wednesday, July 17 | 🕔 5:00–7:30 PM
Join us for a vibrant evening of block printing and connection during the bustling bi-monthly Marketplace Mixer.
Limited totes provided; bring your own fabric item if you'd like!
🎨 Custom “Stone Soup x Smalltown x CV Marketplace” block print, fabric markers, and paints available at both events.
All are welcome. Come as you are.
The LAB feat VITAL Powers
Smalltown Society's monthly gathering for songwriters, poets, and artists. The LAB is a space to share, collaborate, and connect with fellow creatives in the community. Each event begins with a performance and interview featuring a special guest artist, and July’s featured artist will be VITAL Powers.
From Wolverhampton to the Bay Area, VITAL Powers blends grime, rap, drill, and dancehall with global energy. A former BBC presenter and mentor, he’s performed on 200+ stages—including BBC Radio 1’s Big Weekend—alongside artists like Stormzy, Skepta, and J Hus. His 2016 release POWERS hit the iTunes Hip Hop Top 20, followed by multiple sold-out shows and international tours. With over 2 million YouTube views and recent drops like RadioActive and Main Character Energy, VITAL continues to bring bold, high-impact performances to every stage.
Check out more: @VITAL0 | IAMVITAL.co.uk
Afterward, participants can take the stage in an open-mic format to share new or in-progress pieces with our artist community.
The LAB starts at 7:30 and is invite-only. To inquire about an invitation and get more information, contact us at info@smalltownsociety.com.
All members are invited, and can also watch a livestream of the LAB in our members-only video channel on Discord.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
[CANCELED] The LAB
Unfortunately for this month, we need to cancel the Lab. Stay tuned for more info on our July Lab.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
The LAB: featuring The Cires
The LAB: The Cires
Join us Tuesday, May 7th at 7:30 p.m. at The Clinic for another night of creativity, community, and live music.
This month’s Special Feature: The Cires — four brothers from Hayward blending Latin rock, classic influences, and their own unique sound. Inspired by legends like The Beatles, CCR, Los Freddys, and Los Enanitos Verdes, The Cires are stepping into their strongest season yet with a new album on the way.
Don’t miss this powerful family band in action.
Share your work. Be inspired. Build community.
Presented by Smalltown Society.
#TheLAB #SmalltownSociety #TheCires #HaywardMusic #LatinRock #FamilyBands #EastBayMusic #SongwritersCircle #OpenMicNight #CreateCollaborateInspire
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Kate Lamont: Live at Postal Recording (Premiere Screening)
Smalltown Societ is thrilled to announce the premiere of Kate Lamont’s concert film, "Kate Lamont Live at Postal Recording" at the Chabot Theatre on Wednesday February 19th! This 52 minute film was recorded in front of an audience inside Postal Recording Studio in Indianapolis on December 29th, 2023. It's a fan appreciation event - only $6 and tickets can be purchased at the theatre. We'll do a Q&A afterwards.
Doors at 7pm, screening at 7:30pm
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Black Excellence Band ' All These Cities' Tour Kickoff [Community Posting]
Get ready to kickoff the new year with The Black Excellence Band as they open up the first show of their new tour on January 31st, Live at The Elbo Room in Oakland, CA.
Show starts at 7pm. Black Excellence Band goes on at 9pm.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.
Creative LAB
The Creative Lab is our "open house," where we invite our community to join us in creating and collaborating. No agenda, just space, gear, and dedicated time dedicated to your art. Bring a project, bring an instrument, or simply come and meet fellow artists. Additionally, we'll be collaborating on long-term projects, such as a Smalltown album, which will be recorded from scratch in our space during these events.
To find the Clinic, follow the painted records from Pampas Cafe.