Gen Blend: A Monthly Intergenerational Writers Potluck and Open Mic

Every First Thursday | 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Ruth's Table, 3160 21st St, San Francisco, CA 94110 | Free

Decentered Arts, together with Ruth's Table, Community Living Campaign, Adobe Books, and Litquake's Elder Project, hosted this inspirational gathering. It featured writers from the Community Living Campaign Writing Program, the Elder Project workshops, local writers across a wide age range, and community members who stepped up to share at the open mic. Limited time was available for pieces under three minutes.

The evening was free and potluck-style. Participants brought food to share, and beverages were available. Each month, a delectable culinary creation by Amirali Mir was offered as a generous contribution to the community table.

Visitor guidelines noted that face masks were optional.
Ruth’s Table gallery and the adjacent green space were wheelchair accessible.
ASL interpretation was available with 72-hour notice.

The program was free and open to all, with RSVPs encouraged. Donations were welcomed to support Decentered Arts’ mission.

At Decentered Arts, we believed in building resilient community through art of all mediums. To carry this vision forward, we produced Decentered Open Mic, Eventracker, Writers Group, Poolside Poets, curated events, and more. Community support helped us sustain these programs and dream even bigger.


Gen Blend June 2025

An intergenerational writer's potluck and open mic. Every first Thursday at Ruth's Table.

Gen Blend: A Monthly Intergenerational Writers Potluck and Open Mic

Every First Thursday | 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Ruth's Table, 3160 21st St, San Francisco, CA 94110 | Free

Decentered Arts, together with Ruth's Table, Community Living Campaign, Adobe Books, and Litquake's Elder Project, hosted this inspirational event. It featured writers from the Community Living Campaign Writing Program, the Elder Project workshops, local writers across a wide age range, and audience members who joined the open mic. Limited slots were available for pieces under three minutes.

The gathering was free and potluck-style, with participants bringing food to share. Each month, Amirali Mir contributed a delectable culinary creation as a generous offering to the community table. Beverages were also provided.

Visitor guidelines noted that face masks were optional.
Ruth’s Table gallery and the adjacent green space were wheelchair accessible.
ASL interpretation was available with 72 hours’ notice.

The program was free and open to all, with RSVP encouraged. Donations were welcomed to support Decentered Arts’ mission.

At Decentered Arts, we believed in building resilient community through art in all its forms. To nurture this vision, we produced Decentered Open Mic, Eventracker, Writers Group, Poolside Poets, curated events, and more. Community support helped us keep creating and continue dreaming bigger.


Gen Blend May 2025

Gen Blend: A monthly intergenerational writers potluck and open mic

**Every First Thursday  |  5:30 - 7:30pm**
Ruth's Table, 3160 21st St, San Francisco, CA 94110 | Free
Join Decentered Arts and our partners [Ruth's Table](https://www.ruthstable.org/), [Community Living Campaign](https://sfcommunityliving.org/), [Adobe Books](https://www.adobebooks.com/), and [Litquake's Elder Project](https://www.litquake.org/elderproject.html) for this inspirational event. Featuring Writers from the Community Living Campaign Writing Program, the Elder Project workshops, local writers across a wide age range, and YOU! Limited Open Mic time available for pieces under 3 minutes. 

This is a free event and potluck! Bring something to share! Beverages available. Each month a delectable culinary creation by Amirali Mir will be shared, as a generous contribution to our potluck.

**Visitor Guidelines: **Face masks are optional.
**Access: **Ruth’s Table gallery and adjacent green space are wheelchair accessible. 
**ASL Interpretation:  **ASL interpretation is available upon request. 72-hour notice required. 

**Registration:  **_Free and open to all. [RSVP here](mailto:contact@ruthstable.org?subject=RSVP%20For%20Gen%20Blend&body=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20RSVP%20for%20Gen%20Blend%20on%20Thursday%208%2F8%20at%205%3A30-7%3A30pm.%20Name(s)%3A)._

**Donate: **The program is free, donations are welcome. 

Support our mission further by making a tax deductible donation to DCA:
<https://givebutter.com/decentered>

**Support the Arts**

At Decentered Arts we believe in building resilient community through art of all mediums. To help achive this we produce Decentered Open Mic, Eventracker, Writers Group, Poolside Poets, curated events, and more to come!
Your support helps us keep this up and dream bigger.

[Donate](https://givebutter.com/decentered)



Gen Blend March 2025

Gen Blend February 2025

Gen Blend: A monthly intergenerational writers potluck and open mic

**Every First Thursday | 5:30 - 7:30pm**
Ruth's Table, 3160 21st St, San Francisco, CA 94110 | Free
Join Decentered Arts and our partners [Ruth's Table](https://www.ruthstable.org/), [Community Living Campaign](https://sfcommunityliving.org/), [Adobe Books](https://www.adobebooks.com/), and [Litquake's Elder Project](https://www.litquake.org/elderproject.html) for this inspirational event. Featuring Writers from the Community Living Campaign Writing Program, the Elder Project workshops, local writers across a wide age range, and YOU! Limited Open Mic time available for pieces under 3 minutes.

This is a free event and potluck! Bring something to share! Beverages available. Each month a delectable culinary creation by Amirali Mir will be shared, as a generous contribution to our potluck.

**Visitor Guidelines: **Face masks are optional.
**Access: **Ruth’s Table gallery and adjacent green space are wheelchair accessible.
**ASL Interpretation: **ASL interpretation is available upon request. 72-hour notice required.

**Registration: **_Free and open to all. [RSVP here](mailto:contact@ruthstable.org?subject=RSVP%20For%20Gen%20Blend&body=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20RSVP%20for%20Gen%20Blend%20on%20Thursday%208%2F8%20at%205%3A30-7%3A30pm.%20Name(s)%3A)._

**Donate: **The program is free, donations are welcome.

Support our mission further by making a tax deductible donation to DCA:
<https://givebutter.com/decentered>

**Support the Arts**

At Decentered Arts we believe in building resilient community through art of all mediums. To help achive this we produce Decentered Open Mic, Eventracker, Writers Group, Poolside Poets, curated events, and more to come!
Your support helps us keep this up and dream bigger.

[Donate](https://givebutter.com/decentered)



Gen Blend January 2025

Gen Blend October 2024

Frank Nunez

People admire artwork in a gallery, with a large screen displaying a vibrant, colorful design in the background.

A speaker engages an audience while standing before a collection of artworks.

A man addresses an audience at a microphone, with a large photo visible in the background.

A diverse group of people talking in a lobby, with stylish furnishings and a welcoming atmosphere.

A woman speaks to an attentive audience, conveying her message with confidence.

A woman addresses an audience in a well-lit room, engaging them with her speech.

People are standing in a room with colorful artwork hanging on the walls, engaging in conversation.

A woman stands beside a piano while a man plays seated at the piano, creating a musical atmosphere.

A diverse group of people enjoying a live music performance in a crowded venue.

A man with raised hands stands in front of a microphone, appearing to speak or perform.

Individuals seated at tables, working on crafts surrounded by an array of materials and finished items.

An audience listens as a speaker presents amidst colorful artwork displayed on the gallery walls. Soft lighting casts a warm ambiance.

A group of people engaged in conversation in a warmly lit room. An older woman with short gray hair in a blue shirt speaks to another woman with braided hair. The atmosphere appears relaxed and friendly.

A group of diverse people in an art gallery, admiring colorful paintings displayed on the walls.

A woman strumming a guitar, with a colorful angel wings painting in the background.

A woman passionately reads a poem in front of an expansive mural of angel wings.

Frank Nunez

Photographer at:

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