​Get crafty this Valentine’s season and create handmade stamps to design one-of-a-kind Valentine’s cards to give to your loved ones! In this fun and interactive workshop, you’ll learn the art of linocut to add a personal touch to your love notes, whether for a partner, friend, family member or your sneaky link 👀 .

​💌 What’s Included:

​✨One Mocktail provided by the DCC team :)
✨ Step-by-step guidance on carving your own rubber stamps
✨ Visuals to guide your creative process
✨ High-quality inks and papers to bring your creations to life
✨ Plenty of time to craft, chat, and spread the love

​No experience needed—just bring your creativity and let’s make some heartfelt, handcrafted Valentine’s cards together! All materials will be provided, and you’ll get to take your custom stamps home for future projects.

​📍 Location: Discover Community Cafe
📅 Date & Time: Saturday, January 31st from 6:00-9:00pm

​Join us for a fun-filled session of stamping, inking, and spreading the love—because nothing says “I care” like a handmade card! ❤️✂️

Discover Community Cafe Presents: Collab Open-Mic!

Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, here is your opportunity to collab with other artists and share your work to the world.

Open Mic Guidelines:

• We will have a bluetooth speaker for backing tracks but be patient with the tech.

• Keep your content somewhat appropriate for all ages

• Please support the cafe with a purchase (or 2).

Sing along with us on Wednesdays! Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Join us for an upcoming art installation, Remembering Love, featuring 12 featured local Bay Area artists who have worked hard to help us bring this exhibition to life. The theme focuses on endings, beginnings, and the death and birth of elements in our lives.

Suggested attire: black, white, and grey clothing.
*Face masks 😷 are required for the opening event and a limited number of masks will be available for those who need it.

Sing along with us on Wednesdays! Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Refresh your wardrobe the sustainable way!

Join us for our upcoming Clothing Swap—an eco-friendly event where you can bring gently used clothes and trade them for something new-to-you. While you browse, enjoy fun drinks, tasty snacks, and a welcoming atmosphere. It’s a great way to connect with neighbors, reduce textile waste, and have a little fun.

All ages and styles are welcome—come swap and sip with us!

Two Homes, One Heart By Ebony Malkia — Book Launch & Cozy Read-Aloud Night!

Bring your little ones for a cozy, before-bed storytime as we celebrate the launch of my new children’s book, Two Homes, One Heart.
Wear your pajamas, bring your snuggles, and come enjoy a warm night of connection. 

 What to Expect 

• Live Read Aloud by author

• Hot Cocoa + Kid Snacks (included for the kiddos!)

• PJ-Friendly Vibes — come comfy

• Parent Mixer — connect, chat, and unwind

  beer, wine, mocktails, + snacks for purchase

• Storytime Activity for kids + families

• Book Signing & Books Available for Purchase

Who’s This Night For?
Families who love:


• A night out with the kiddos cozy bedtime routines community and connection

• Meaningful storytime moments 

Entry: $5

Let’s build community, connect, and make bedtime magic together. We can’t wait to see you there! 

Join us for our Comedy Open Mic hosted by Debra Beale! You can sign-up to go up the night of the event, each person will have 4 minutes for their set. Come perform or come enjoy some local talent! 

Sing along with us on Wednesdays! Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Discover Community Cafe Presents: Get-Hype Open-Mic October Series hosted by Oakland raised author and poet, J.R. Rice. Join us for this FREE EVENT at Discover Community Cafe (3207 Louise Street Oakland, CA 94608) on Friday, January 9th from 7pm-9pm for an open mic like no other.

Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, here is your opportunity to share your work to the world.

Open Mic Guidelines:

• Each performer is allowed to perform 1-2 pieces (poems, songs, etc) but 6 mins max.

• We will have a bluetooth speaker for backing tracks but be patient with the tech.

• Keep your content somewhat appropriate for all ages

• Please support the cafe with a purchase (or 2).

Join us to learn modern board games in a casual,

friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re new to board games

or a seasoned player, there’s always something new to

discover! A game guide will be on hand to help you learn the

rules.

Hosted by Tenth Tale Games (Alex Garcia)

Sing along with us on Wednesdays! Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Sing along with us on Tuesday, November 18th!

Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Join us for Under the Lanterns: Night Souk, a cozy, creative, and heart-centered gathering and our very first community event of its kind!

For this special night, the café will be curating great edible options and signature mocktails crafted with care. You won’t want to miss them! Sisters for Suhba will have a few booths with handcrafted goods. All proceeds from our souk tables support the growth of Sisters for Suhba, and as part of our commitment to giving back, 10% of what we raise will go directly to charity. Come gather, meet new faces, and fill your evening with creativity and warmth!

What to expect:


🎤 Open Mic — storytelling, poetry, reflections, and spoken word


🧵 Crafts & SFS handmade goods 


☕ Café-curated mocktails & food


✨ A mini “souk” aka market 


🌿 Open to all, bring your family and friends!

Register here.

​Join us for a three-hour Mocktails & Makers: Felt Ornament Making led by Antonia and Krystle, designed to create more sober night time spaces🌸.

​This year holiday's seem heavier than usual. We want to provide a space for those who are looking for a place to DIY their gifts by creating one of a kind ornaments. Whether you come with your friends or alone, all are welcome!

​What to Expect:
🍹Each ticket comes with one seasonal mocktail- made with love by Krystle, Discover Cafe's owner! You'll also have all supplies needed to make your own felt ornaments ;)

​🎨 3 Hrs of Crafting with Piscola Mami as your facilitator – Express yourself through art in a relaxed and welcoming space. During this time, participants will learn how to do basic embroidery stitches. You are welcome to bring your own design or choose from templates available.

​What to Bring:

​🎨An open creative mind and heart.

​🎨 Any sketches to make your ornaments.

​✨ Date: Wednesday December 17th

​✨ Time: Doors open at 5:30

​ ✨6:00PM- 9:00PM

​✨ Location: 3207 Louise St, Oakland, CA 94608

​We can’t wait to share this beautiful experience with you! 💛🌸

​Photography Disclaimer

​​​​Though we do our best to keep all photography / video to a minimum, please note all guests who attend consent to being photographed and videoed which may be used for marketing or promotional purposes.

​Cancellation Policy

​​​Unfortunately tickets are non-refundable. Please double check your calendar:) In the event you are no longer able to make it, you are welcome to give your ticket to a friend! Just reach out to Antonia via email at hello@piscolamami.com

Sing along with us on Tuesday, November 18th!

Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Kick off the season with cozy vibes, creativity, and community!
Join us on December 15 | 6–9 PM for a festive night featuring:

⭐ Ornament Making & Exchange
🍪 Cookie Decorating
🧥 Ugly Sweater Contest
☕ Hot Chocolate Bar
🎶 Live Music

Join us at the West Oakland Farmers Market! We will be serving delicious panini’s, salads, and a seasonal lemonade.

The West Oakland Farmers Market also has an amazing selection of local produce, meat, and other local artists sharing their craftsmanship with the community.

Address: 1620 18th Street, Oakland

Discover Community Cafe Presents: Get-Hype Open-Mic!

Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, here is your opportunity to share your work to the world.

Open Mic Guidelines:

• Each performer is allowed to perform 1-2 pieces (poems, songs, etc) but 6 mins max.

• We will have a bluetooth speaker for backing tracks but be patient with the tech.

• Keep your content somewhat appropriate for all ages

• Please support the cafe with a purchase (or 2).

Unwind and get creative at our Art & Chill Night! Whether you're a seasoned artist or just looking to relax with some doodling, join us for a cozy evening of art, music, and good vibes.

Join us for our Comedy Open Mic hosted by Debra Beale! You can sign-up to go up the night of the event, each person will have 4 minutes for their set. Come perform or come enjoy some local talent! 

Sing along with us on Tuesday, November 18th!

Wild Pitch will be taking over Discover with fun and encouraging karaoke. All voices welcomed. :)

Join us for a warm and welcoming evening as we come together to support our unhoused neighbors. We’ll be assembling care packages filled with essential items, comfort, and kindness—and we’d love your help!

We will have everything for the packages, but if you are able to, please bring a lightly used warm coat/clothing to donate as well.

Discover Community Cafe Presents: Get-Hype Open-Mic October Series hosted by Oakland raised author and poet, J.R. Rice. Join us for this FREE EVENT at Discover Community Cafe (3207 Louise Street Oakland, CA 94608) on Friday, December 5th from 6:30-9pm for an open mic like no other.

Whether you're a poet, musician, comedian, or storyteller, here is your opportunity to share your work to the world.

Open Mic Guidelines:

• Each performer is allowed to perform 1-2 pieces (poems, songs, etc) but 6 mins max.

• We will have a bluetooth speaker for backing tracks but be patient with the tech.

• Keep your content somewhat appropriate for all ages

• Please support the cafe with a purchase (or 2).

Join us to learn modern board games in a casual,

friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re new to board games

or a seasoned player, there’s always something new to

discover! A game guide will be on hand to help you learn the

rules.

Hosted by Tenth Tale Games (Alex Garcia)