People's Community Calendar

Live Acoustic Music
Fridays 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Sundays 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
People’s Market Deli
People’s award-winning Deli continues to present the finest in folk, jazz, blues, and bluegrass performed by local musicians. Our highly acclaimed organic, vegetarian fare features a variety of award-winning soups, salads, entrees, baked goods and desserts. All food, including breakfast, lunch and dinner, is prepared fresh daily. Top off your meal with a complement of teas, Fair Trade coffees, freshly made juices and more. Bring a friend or make new friends here.

Awaken to the Treasure within You
Thursday, June 7, 7 p.m. – 8 p.m.
People’s Market Community Room
Are you harnessing your inner Buddha to reach your goals and make the changes you want in your life? Join us to learn the Soka Gakkai International (SGI) perspective on Buddhism. Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP call (619) 719-8007. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge.

Make Dad a Father’s Day Card
Saturday, June 9, 12 – 2 p.m.
People’s Market Community Room
We’ve got all the art supplies you’ll need to make your Dad a card for his very special day! Hosted by People’s - all ages welcome and encouraged to attend. Free of charge.

Coffee: Its Tastes & History
Saturday, June 9, 11 a.m.
Saturday, June 16, 11 a.m.
People’s Market Community Room
Join Professor Ken Liberman for an informative two-part lecture on the history and production of coffee (Saturday, June 9) and the variety of coffee flavors and cultures throughout the world (Saturday, June 16). Both talks will be followed by a blind tasting of coffees and a discussion. Attendees will be introduced to the Coffee Flavor Wheel compiled by the Specialty Coffee Association and will use it to guide their tasting experience. Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP call People’s General Manager, Jim Kase at (619) 224-1387. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge.

Beauty & Diversity of San Diego Mushrooms
Tuesday, June 12, 6 p.m.
Ocean Beach Public Library
Les Braund, President of the San Diego Mycological Society, will lecture about the wild and wonderful world of mushrooms in the San Diego County. Learn about Earth Stars, Bird's Nest and Blewit mushrooms, as well as how to identify poisonous and edible mushrooms. All ages welcome. The Ocean Beach Library is located at 4801 Santa Monica Avenue San Diego, CA 92107. Free of charge.

Integrative Approach to Overall Health
Tuesday, June 12, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
People’s Market Community Room
Do you or your children snore, grind your teeth, or have low energy? Join Integrative Dentist Dr. Niloo and learn how your overall health relates to your mouth. Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP call or text (858) 952-4058. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge.

Buddhist Chant
Wednesday, June 13, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
People’s Market Community Room
Come experience “true Buddhism” and chant Nam-Myoho- Renge-Kyo to reach the ultimate goal or enlightenment or Buddhahood, considered by many to be the highest life condition of unshakable happiness and profound wisdom. Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP call (323) 428-9475. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge

Book Release Event
“Where Land and Water Meet”
Thursday June 14, 7 p.m.
Ocean Beach Green Center
The Ocean Beach Green Center will host Kathy Blavatt, author, historian and activist as she presents her new book “Ocean Beach Where Land and Water Meet,” with a focus on the importance of what makes Ocean Beach unique, and how water is such a special part of our history. For more details please visit www.oceanbeachgreencenter.org The Ocean Beach Green Center is located at 4843 Voltaire Street #B, 92107. Free of charge.  

Help Plant Trees
Saturday, June 16, 10 a.m.
Ocean Beach Green Center
Help contribute to the city’s goal of meeting its Climate Action Plan by joining Save Peninsula Trees. We’ll meet for coffee and bagels and a short briefing before heading out to preselected areas, including Ocean Beach, for planting potential. You will be provided with information and materials to give to our neighbors on how they can get free tree plantings from the city. For more information call (619) 225-1083 or email savepeninsulatrees@outlook.com. The Ocean Beach Green Center is located at 4843 Voltaire Street #B, 92107. 

New Age Metaphysical Lecture
Tuesday, June 19, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
People’s Market Community Room
This lecture will cover various New Age metaphysical topics with an open discussion to follow. Please join us! Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP email glorialynn33@gmail.com. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge.

O.B. Chili Cook-Off
Saturday, June 23, 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Foot of Newport Ave. Ocean Beach
Come support People’s award-winning Deli and the O.B. Garden Café at the Ocean Beach Street Fair’s 39th Chili Cook-Off.  Both the market and the café will be entering vegetarian and vegan chili in the contest. Let’s show our community how delicious plant-based cooking can be! For more details on cook-off and fair schedule please visit www.s.coop/26d2u 

Cancer: Natural Cures & Prevention
Thursday, June 28, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
People's Market Community Room
Do you know anyone who is battling or concerned about developing cancer? There is hope even for serious stage-four conditions. Natural therapy with prayer may produce real results. What reverses cancer may help many other conditions. Everyone can benefit. Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP email concordiacream@aol.com. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge.

Posture Correction Workshop
Tuesday, June 26, 7 - 8:30 p.m.
People’s Market Community Room
Learn how to use a simple technique that quickly and easily corrects your posture, also relieves stress and tension while giving many of the benefits of a chiropractic adjustment. Please bring a partner. Attendance limited to 18; to RSVP call (858) 263-7716. To ensure that there are parking spaces for shoppers, please do not park in People’s parking lot while attending this workshop. Free of charge.

People's Market Community Room

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The Community Room is available free of charge on a first come, first serve basis to Co-op owners and to Co-op owners' nonprofit community service groups. Our intent is to provide a meeting space at no charge for individuals and organizations whose purpose is to work for the betterment of the community as set forth in our mission, vision, and values statements. The room is available for classes, meetings and exhibits providing that the space is not required for Co-op events. Presenters may not charge admission or sell products or services. The Board of Directors is the final arbiter regarding appropriate room use. The room is available Tuesday through Friday, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. To book the Community Room please call People's at (619) 224-1387 and ask for Kylie.

Everyone Can Shop and Anyone Can join!