🌉 Bay Area Bulletin: Rust, Rhythms, and Stillness

From high-performance code in the Presidio to soulful percussion in Sausalito and quiet photography in Potrero Hill, the next two weeks are packed with local energy.

Here are curated events to add to your calendar:

🤖 1. The AEO Conference: AI & The Future of Search

🗓️ When: Thursday, Feb 19 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM

📍 Where: One Sansome Street, SF

How do brands survive in a world where AI provides the answers? Join leaders from OpenAI, Reddit, Webflow, and G2 to explore Answer Engine Optimization (AEO).

• The Speakers: A heavy-hitting lineup including Glen Coates (OpenAI), Rob Gaige (Reddit), and Kady Srinivasan (Freshworks).

• The Focus: Moving beyond SEO to "AEO"—rewriting the rules of discovery and scaling marketing systems with AI.

• The Hosts: Powered by AirOps, Graphite, and Webflow.

🦀 2. The "Right Side of the Bay" Rust Meetup

🗓️ When: Thursday, Feb 19 | 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT

📍 Where: Block Office, 1185 Old Mason St, SF

The East Bay Rust crew is crossing the bridge for a kickoff event at the Block office. This isn’t just another tech mixer—it’s a deep dive into the future of systems programming and AI.

• The Speakers: Featuring heavy hitters from Block (Goose team), number0, Dioxus, and Zed.

• The Vibe: Technical, collaborative, and hungry. Four 15-minute talks followed by open Q&A and networking.

• The Perks: Food and drinks are included starting at 7:30 PM PT

🥁 3. Marin Night Out: Throwbacks & Live Percussion

🗓️ When: Friday, Feb 20 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM PT

📍 Where: Eria, Sausalito

Looking to kick off the weekend with a view? Head across the Golden Gate for an evening of high-energy "Throwbacks and Grooves" set against the stunning Sausalito backdrop.

• The Show: A headline set by MONĪ elevated by the pulse of live percussion from Ammo Drums.

• The Vibe: Soulful, vibrant, and energetic.

• Pro Tip: Arrive between 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM for Happy Hour drink specials.

📸 4. "In Quiet": A Photography & Sound Experience

🗓️ When: Saturday, Feb 28 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM PT

📍 Where: 224 Mississippi St, SF

Slow down and close out the month with an intimate gathering centered around stillness and presence. This event blends visual art with curated sound in a relaxed environment.

• The Art: A series of black-and-white photography exploring quiet moments.

• The Atmosphere: A live DJ, light snacks, and wine.

• Note: Kids are welcome, but please leave your pets at home for this one!

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