Step into a colorful world of self-expression with artist Alex Pellegrini in this interactive workshop on clothing and shoe decoration using felt marking pens.

Alex will guide you through techniques for drawing, painting, creating patterns, and adding vibrant details to fabric and shoes. You’ll learn how to turn ordinary items into wearable art while developing your own creative style.

Bring your own clothing or shoes to customize and make something uniquely yours. Whether you're an experienced artist or someone who just wants to have fun and experiment, all levels are welcome.

This workshop is part art class, part creative play, and all about self-expression. Come connect, create, and leave with something uniquely yours.

If you wish to avoid registration fees, you may register in person at Professor Seagull's Smartshop in North Beach.

Goth Yoga returns to the Church of Mother Gong for an afternoon of stretching, breathing, and getting a little weird in North Beach. Set against the Church’s wonderfully unusual backdrop of art and curiosities, this all-levels class is a chance to slow down, move around, and enjoy yoga with a slightly darker disposition. Beginners are very welcome—no special flexibility, experience, or goth credentials required. Some mats and blocks will be available, but please bring your own if you have them.

Join Professor Seagull's Smartshop and Robbie Martin (co-host of Media Roots Radio podcast) for a Salvia Divinorum workshop. Participants will learn how to work with Salvia Divinorum, then there will be a meditation, followed by discussion time.

Join us for a roundtable discussion and peer support for psychedelic experiences. This is a monthly event intended to provide a safe container for people to integrate and share in community with trained facilitators. Hosted by: Gwen Pelfini.

Join award-winning filmmaker, psychedelic historian, and author Lindsay Kent for an immersive talk and reading exploring a central question: Who controls the story of the psychedelic experience, and why does that matter now?

The first half begins with a film excerpt from Going Furthur, tracing the origins of San Francisco's counterculture--from Ken Kesey's MKUltra experiments to the rise of the Acid Tests and the upheaval that followed LSD's criminalization.

From there, the conversation widens to examine how psychedelic narratives have been shaped and constrained over time, from early countercultural myth-making to institutional backlash like D.A.R.E.

The second half shifts to the present. Through readings from My Twin the Murderer, Kent's debut psychological thriller exploring fractured identity and perception, the session takes up three threads: the idea that MKUltra never truly ended but simply evolved into subtler forms;

the ongoing drive to shape and control the human mind; and the role storytelling plays in shaping the future of psychedelic culture, access, and policy.

The session includes a short film clip, live readings, and open Q&A. There will be books for purchase at the end.

Drop in for an evening of deep listening and good conversation. We’ll be spinning selections from the legendary band Gong — the cosmic jazz-rock collective led by Daevid Allen — and exploring how their music, philosophy, and spirit live on through the Church of Mother Gong. Whether you’re a longtime Gong head or totally new to the sounds, this is a relaxed space to hear the music, ask questions about the church’s philosophy and practices, and connect with others drawn to the intersection of sound, consciousness, and community. Free and open to all. No experience necessary — just bring your ears and your curiosity.

Bring Your Own Trip. Make Art. Build Community

Join us for a roundtable discussion and peer support for psychedelic experiences. This is a monthly event intended to provide a safe container for people to integrate and share in community with trained facilitators. Hosted by: Gwen Pelfini.

Join us for a lecture & writing workshop. Finding language for the ineffable. Lessons from the Beat and Surrealist movement.

We strive to provide an event that is welcoming, accommodating, and supportive of diverse accessibility needs.

Bring Your Own Trip. Make Art. Build Community. This month's Full Moon Trip Temple will feature DJ sets by Maryzelle and Jaleh.

Join us for some dark ambience and deep stretches at Goth Yoga in North Beach. All are welcome. Expand your practice through grounding movement, immersive sound, and a welcoming alternative community. This all-levels, all-bodies class offers space to move, reset, and connect. Tickets may be purchased online or in person. If you wish to reserve your spot in person, please contact us.

Drop in for an evening of deep listening and good conversation. We’ll be spinning selections from the legendary band Gong — the cosmic jazz-rock collective led by Daevid Allen — and exploring how their music, philosophy, and spirit live on through the Church of Mother Gong. Whether you’re a longtime Gong head or totally new to the sounds, this is a relaxed space to hear the music, ask questions about the church’s philosophy and practices, and connect with others drawn to the intersection of sound, consciousness, and community. Free and open to all. No experience necessary — just bring your ears and your curiosity.

Join us for a roundtable discussion and peer support for psychedelic experiences. This is a monthly event intended to provide a safe container for people to integrate and share in community with trained facilitators. Hosted by: Gwen Pelfini.

Join us for an in-depth teaching on preparation, containment, and navigation of psychedelic states, led by Howard Whitehouse and hosted by the Church of Mother Gong. Howard will walk participants through the three supportive components of the traditional supportive context for psychedelic medicines. He will explain how these powerful technologies can facilitate Lucid Awakening. Howard will share a map to help prepare for experiences in the psychedelic realm so that one can derive meaning from these experiences for optimal integration.

Explore the historical and cultural relationships between humans and psychoactive plants in an educational setting. This discussion-based workshop highlights lesser-known species and their roles in traditional practices and global ethnobotany. Plants discussed may include Salvia divinorum, Mimosa hostilis, Peganum harmala, morning glory species, and certain cacti. In collaboration with Experimental College.

Join us for a roundtable discussion and peer support for psychedelic experiences. This is a monthly event intended to provide a safe container for people to integrate and share in community with trained facilitators. Hosted by: the Church of Mother Gong in collaboration with Rooted Ethos.

Join North Beach Noir, presented by a group of cinephiles passionate about sharing films that are deeply connected to North Beach, San Francisco, and the city’s rich filmmaking history. Our focus is on films relevant to North Beach, as well as showcasing works from local San Francisco filmmakers. Every third Wednesday from January through May, Professor Seagull's Smartshop hosts free film screenings at its event space, Live Worms Gallery. May's film will be Maltese Falcon (1941), directed by John Huston.

Join is for our monthly Full Moon Trip Temple! Come make art with us, enjoy live music, tea and light snacks.

Church of Mother Gong Listening Party & Q&A
Drop in for an evening of deep listening and good conversation. We’ll be spinning selections from the legendary band Gong — the cosmic jazz-rock collective led by Daevid Allen — and exploring how their music, philosophy, and spirit live on through the Church of Mother Gong.
Whether you’re a longtime Gong head or totally new to the sounds, this is a relaxed space to hear the music, ask questions about the church’s philosophy and practices, and connect with others drawn to the intersection of sound, consciousness, and community.
Free and open to all. No experience necessary — just bring your ears and your curiosity.

Join us for a relaxing afternoon of Tarot readings, soothing tea, and chair massages. Lounge in our gallery space while enjoying some herbal tea. Readings and massages, if you wish, are by donation. We hope to see you and welcome you to spend some time unwinding with us!

Join us for a roundtable discussion and peer support for psychedelic experiences. This is a monthly event intended to provide a safe container for people to integrate and share in community with trained facilitators. Hosted by: Gwen Pelfini.

Join North Beach Noir, presented by a group of cinephiles passionate about sharing films that are deeply connected to North Beach, San Francisco, and the city’s rich filmmaking history. Our focus is on films relevant to North Beach, as well as showcasing works from local San Francisco filmmakers. Every third Wednesday from January through May, Professor Seagull's Smartshop hosts free film screenings at its event space, Live Worms Gallery. April's film will be The Man Who Cheated Himself (1950), directed by Feliz E. Feist.

Join us to celebrate 4 years at Professor Seagull's Smartshop and the unveiling of the Church of Mother Gong's new home at Live Worms Gallery! Live music, non-alcoholic drinks, free samples and a community-focused gathering.

Join us for an in-depth teaching on preparation, containment, and navigation of psychedelic states, led by Howard Whitehouse and hosted by the Church of Mother Gong. Howard will walk participants through the three supportive components of the traditional supportive context for psychedelic medicines. He will explain how these powerful technologies can facilitate Lucid Awakening. Howard will share a map to help prepare for experiences in the psychedelic realm so that one can derive meaning from these experiences for optimal integration.

Join us for a roundtable discussion and peer support for psychedelic experiences. This is a monthly event intended to provide a safe container for people to integrate and share in community with trained facilitators. Hosted by: Gwen Pelfini.

Join North Beach Noir, presented by a group of cinephiles passionate about sharing films that are deeply connected to North Beach, San Francisco, and the city’s rich filmmaking history. Our focus is on films relevant to North Beach, as well as showcasing works from local San Francisco filmmakers. Every third Wednesday from January through May, Professor Seagull's Smartshop hosts free film screenings at its event space, Live Worms Gallery. March's film will be Woman on Pier 13 (1949), directed by Robert Stevenson.