Hello! I moved to the Bay Area from Cleveland just under two weeks ago, and was interested in seeing (well, hearing) some mandolins. I'm still getting settled in and haven't started playing again, but just wanted to know if there is a community of sorts in the area. I was just getting up the courage to try a beginner's jam session in Cleveland before I moved, and I'd be interested in knowing if such a thing might happen around here from time to time! I live in Oakland, but it seems pretty easy to get around here, at least in the East Bay. Also, always interested in listening to some good music over some tasty beverages. Thanks!
This user group isn't particularly active, but this site has a list of regular jams in the bay area that might interest you. http://www.sffmc.org