Who are we?

At Kaleido SF, we believe in the power of creativity to bring people together. Our organization is a vibrant hub for artists, musicians, storytellers, and creators of all kinds to connect, collaborate, and showcase their work. Through events that celebrate diverse talents, we aim to inspire community engagement and support nonprofit organizations in San Francisco. The name Kaleido is inspired by the Greek word “kalos,” meaning beautiful—a reflection of the artistry and connections we nurture.

  • Unleash your creativity in a casual, welcoming space with Arsty Bitches! From Paint n’ Sips to knitting circles, these gatherings are all about having fun, trying new things, and connecting with fellow creatives.

  • Step up to the mic at After Hours SF, where stories take center stage. Inspired by The Moth, these open mic nights are a space for people from all walks of life to share their heartfelt tales. Come for the stories, stay for the connection.

  • Live for the music with 5-9 SF! These music open mic nights are perfect for anyone looking to explore their passion for music. 5-9 SF gives artists of all tenure the stage to shine and connect with other music lovers.

  • Kat Stephan is a Private Wealth Associate at Bernstein and a recent graduate from Brown University. She’s been interested in the arts since a young age, playing multiple instruments and running open mic nights and The Moth spinoffs throughout high school. Following her move out to San Francisco, she has rediscovered her passion for all things art – and she looks forward to rekindling that love with the KaleidoSF community!

  • Grace Joseph is a UX Designer at Google and a recent graduate from Carnegie Mellon University. In her free time, she enjoys upcycling clothing, dancing, and creating various forms of art from paintings to flower arrangements to ceramics. Since moving to the city, she, along with Kidist, has formed a small community of new grads passionate about art called “Artsy Bitches” that meet monthly to try out different styles of art. 

  • Kidist Alemu is a Software Engineer at Google and a recent graduate from Harvard University. Although she has not received extensive formal artistic education, she has participated in residences for immersive art. Her favorite artistic experience has been creating and watching the response of audiences to an immersive forest experience that follows the subject around. Moving to the city has brought her and Grace together with other recent grads who share their passion for art.  Their group, "Artsy Bitches," meets monthly to delve into different artistic styles