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Welcome to Redwood Social
Redwood Social, established in 2022, is a women-centered community based in Santa Cruz County, created to cultivate meaningful connection, creativity, and a sense of belonging through food, gathering, and shared experience—welcoming those who feel aligned with the spirit of what we create.
Founded by Kendra Thompson, Redwood Social brings together a like-minded community for thoughtfully curated gatherings designed to slow life down, spark connection, and create space for beauty, learning, and belonging.
At its core, Redwood Social is about intentional living—gathering around the table, cooking with the seasons, and creating moments that feel grounding, inspiring, and deeply human. Each event is designed to feel warm and welcoming, whether you’re kneading sourdough alongside new friends, shaping handmade pasta, or sharing a glass of wine beneath the redwoods.
This is not about perfection or performance.
It’s about presence, curiosity, and connection.
Garden-inspired dinners and curated meals hosted in beautiful, often private settings. Each gathering is rooted in seasonality and thoughtful hospitality — from the menu and table styling to the pace of the evening itself.
Approachable, social cooking classes designed for all skill levels. From handmade pasta and sourdough to seasonal baking and home-cooking techniques, these classes are as much about connection as they are about learning.
Beyond the table, Redwood Social hosts experiences that nurture creativity and well-being — including etiquette and hosting workshops, craft nights, candle-making, garden dinners, and more. Each event invites you to step out of routine and into community.
In addition to public gatherings, Kendra is available for private hire through Redwood Social.
These custom experiences are ideal for:
Each private event is thoughtfully tailored to your space, group size, and intention — whether you’re looking for a hands-on cooking experience, a beautifully hosted meal, or guidance on how to create a warm, memorable gathering in your own home.
From menu development and styling to pacing, flow, and the language of welcome, Kendra brings the same intentional, grounded approach that defines every Redwood Social event.
Subscribe to the Redwood Social email list for:
Priority access to events
Early registration
First looks at upcoming gatherings
Pricing varies by event based on food, drink, location, and materials.
Redwood Social proudly partners with local makers, artisans, educators, farms, wineries, and brands aligned with intentional living and thoughtful hospitality.
If you’re interested in hosting or co-creating an event, please reach out
Cancellation Policy: We understand that plans can change, but kindly provide at least 5 days’ notice if you need to cancel for a full refund. This allows us to properly plan, as we purchase all the food and drinks based on the number of registered guests. Thank you for your understanding!
There are certain evenings that stay with you and this was one of them.
This Intimate Evening of Modern Etiquette & Hosting was held at the breathtaking Lexington Hills Estate, where we gathered for a night centered around connection, intention, and the art of making people feel truly welcome. Hosted as a Redwood Social event, this experience was designed to go beyond traditional etiquette. It wasn’t about rules—it was about presence, awareness, and creating meaningful moments around the table.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who helped bring this evening to life— To Sara Vizcarrondo of Academy of Ballet and Etiquette for sharing such thoughtful guidance and insight, To Annieglass for the stunning tableware that elevated every detail, And to Halter Ranch for the beautifully paired wines that made the evening feel even more special.
And of course to every guest who joined us, thank you. Your presence, your energy, and your willingness to slow down and be part of something intentional is what makes these gatherings so meaningful. This is what Redwood Social is all about—creating space to gather, learn, and connect in a way that feels real, warm, and lasting.
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