The Good Table Community Space

El Sobrante, CA | Nourishment for mind, body and spirit

 

What is The Good Table?

A brand new multi-use space created in partnership with The Good Table UCC and Planting Justice—part plant nursery, part café, and part gathering place for community-rooted cultural programming. We welcome music, movement, film, storytelling, and healing arts that align with our values of food sovereignty, reentry justice, ecological healing, and collective liberation.

We welcome community-rooted programming that is open to the public and resonates with our mission. This space is meant to uplift work that cultivates connection, justice, and healing—not for private or commercial rentals. Events are free to the public or there can be a suggested donation for entry. In line with our “pay as you can” policy, all community members are invited to participate regardless of their ability to pay.

📍 Quick Facts

  • Location: 5166 Sobrante Ave, El Sobrante, CA

  • Square Footage: Approx. 1,600 sq ft (indoor)

  • Capacity:  75 seated / 100 standing (maximum capacity)

  • Flooring: Bamboo with radiant floor heating – excellent for dance and movement

  • Acoustics: Warm, untreated acoustics—ideal for acoustic and small amplified sets

🎛️ Equipment & Amenities

  • Each performer is responsible for bringing their own sound equipment

  • Furnishing: 41 comfortable chairs, 6 8’ tables, 2 double sided white boards.

  • Basic PA system: Fender Passport S2 conference with two wireless microphones with stands.

  • Projector & Screen: Available upon request (HDMI-compatible)

  • Wi-Fi: Available

  • Green room: Adjacent conference room available upon request

  • Grand Piano: (Access upon special request to 5’11” Kawai)

  • Basic Yoga equipment: mats, blankets, bolsters, straps and blocks.

  • Restrooms: 4 gender-inclusive bathrooms, 2 with ADA access, 1 with urinal and 1 with baby changing station.

♿ Accessibility & Transportation

  • 12 miles from Berkeley and 15 miles from downtown Oakland

  • ADA accessible entrance & restrooms

  • Free on-site and street parking

🗓️ Booking & Guidelines

  • Open to: Musicians, movement artists, filmmakers, poets, healers, crafters, educators & community organizers

  • Booking Priority: Programs must all be open to the public and aligned with our mission

  • Terms: 30% of proceeds (after $50/hr floor) go to support our “pay as you can“ cafe.

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Interested in Hosting Something at The Good Table?

We’d love to hear from you! Please fill out our event inquiry form by pressing the button below with a short proposal including:

  • Description of your event or  workshop and how it aligns with our mission

  • Desired date(s) and time(s)

  • Tech / space needs