C/O Digest: July 2026
More than a workspace.
Welcome to CENTRL Station
Welcome to the July Edition of C/O Digest!
This month, we’ve got a piece on why taking on a new project might be just what you need right now, a member spotlight featuring Drew Kitchen and Billy Messori of Kime Builders, events happening across our spaces, plus a look at what’s coming up around town.
July means longer days and that kind of summer energy that makes you want to build, create, or just dive into something new. Whether you’re deep in summer plans or just looking ahead, there’s something satisfying about having real work to focus on. We’re grateful for the members and businesses that make CENTRL such a creative, inspiring place to be.
Photo Gallery
Seen Recently
For the second year in a row, CENTRL Office Capitol Hill partnered with Queer/Pride Festival Seattle to host the QPF - Seattle VIP Lounge, June 26th - June 28th.
Connecting with everyone and celebrating Pride alongside Seattle’s incredible LGBTQ+ community made for an unforgettable weekend.
Have a picture you’d like to be included in an upcoming newsletter? You can send one along to work@centrloffice.com.
Locations
Happenings @ CENTRL
Here’s a look at what’s on the calendar this month at every CENTRL location, and the events around town we think are worth your time. Open your city.
Portland & Lake Oswego
Lake Oswego
- Thurs July 2Celebrate the 4th @1pm
- Weds July 15Ice Cream Party @12
- Tues July 28Endless Summer @1pm
West End
- Weds July 8Wake & Glaze @10am
- Tues July 14The Bastille Bash @1pm
- Thurs July 23Camp CENTRL @1pm
- Weds July 29Blooming Bookmarks @1pm
Eastside
- Weds July 1Breakfast Burrito Bar @10am
- Weds July 15Mochi Donuts @10am
- Weds July 22Ice Cream and Popsicle Social @2pm
Pearl
- Tues July 7Summer Pizza Party @12pm
- Tues July 14Pearl Blood Drive @10am-12pm
- Thurs July 23A Very Mochi Morning @10am
- Weds July 29National Chicken Wing Day @12pm
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Upcoming Events in Portland
Here are some links to events happening around town this month that we think are worth your time.
- July 2-4Waterfront Blues Festival
The Waterfront Blues Festival returns, featuring a weekend of blues, soul, funk, and R&B across four stages, along with food trucks and a fireworks display over the river.
- July 15Coffee & Connect
Looking for meaningful networking and real conversations? Join like-minded women for a supportive, connection-focused meet-up hosted multiple times a month. Open to members and guests. Registration required.
- July 17-19Cathedral Park Jazz Festival
This beloved music festival showcases top local jazz and blues talent while celebrating community pride in North Portland’s Cathedral Park and St. Johns neighborhoods.
- July 18-19Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade
Made with Pride, the theme of this year’s Portland Pride Festival and Parade, celebrates the creativity and resilience of the LGBTQ2SIA+ community. Tickets are available or a $10 suggested donation at the gate.
- July 18Fuji to Hood
Discover a unique fusion of flavors and cultures at Fuji to Hood, a biennial collaboration festival rotating between Tokyo and Portland. Gathering at The Redd, this event showcases exclusive, cross-cultural craft beers, ciders, and sakes.
Los Angeles & South Bay
Downtown LA
- Weds July 8Berries and Brie @1pm
- Weds July 15** Breakfast Bar @10
- Weds July 22Summer Cookout @1
South Bay
- Tues July 7The Quarter Millennium @2pm
- Tues July 21Shark Week @2pm
- Tues July 28Mash & Mingle: Potato Bar @12pm
South Bay II
- Weds July 1A Sparkler Social @1pm
- Weds July 8Summer Bite-Sized Bash @2pm
- Weds July 15A Scoop-tacular Social @2pm
- Weds July 22Waffles & Coworking @9
- Weds July 29Dip-A-Palooza @1pm
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Upcoming Events in Los Angeles
Here are some links to events happening around town this month that we think are worth your time.
- July 2DTLA Art Night
Come out for this cultural gathering & artwalk, where over 30 galleries and downtown businesses collaborate with exciting activations from a wide array of artistic mediums.
- July 2-5LA Anime Expo
Located in the heart of DTLA, this is an incredible event with tens of thousands fans and tons of exhibitors, events, and activities to indulge in.
- July 3-5FoodieLand Food Festival
One of SoCals largest multicultural food festivals, featuring hundreds of food vendors, artisan makers, and live entertainment at Rose Bowl Stadium.
- July 4Independence Day 5k Run & Firecracker Dash
Run for a good cause! The Village Runner Independence Day 5K directly benefits the Redondo Beach Educational Foundation and other local schools and running programs.
- July 15Eater Bang Bang Dinner Series
Come check out this one-night culinary collaboration between acclaimed LA chefs that showcases the city’s restaurant scene.
- July 26South Bay Greek Festival
The village-style atmosphere of this festival perfectly represents the historical and epic Greek passion for life, food, drink and dance.
San Francisco – North Waterfront
San Francisco - North Waterfront
- Thurs July 2Red, White & Brew @10
- Thurs July 16Passport to Summer @12pm
- Thurs July 23Midday Market @12pm
- Thurs July 30Summer Survival Kit Bar @12pm
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Upcoming Events in San Francisco
Here are some links to events happening around town this month that we think are worth your time.
- July 4-5Fillmore Jazz Festival
One of the largest free jazz festivals on the West Coast, featuring live music, local art, food vendors, and neighborhood activations.
- July 4-12Future of Us
This is an inaugural citywide festival exploring the future of cities, technology, sustainability, media, and civic life. Includes talks, workshops, exhibitions, and community events led by artists, technologists, civic leaders, and nonprofits.
- July 15-19San Francisco Frozen Film Festival
Celebrating its 20th anniversary, this independent film festival features documentaries, narrative films, shorts, animation, and filmmaker events.
- July 17-19Open Sauce Technology & Creator Festival
A “festival for people who make things,” this is a unique blend of technology conference, maker fair, and creator economy event featuring hundreds of inventors, engineers, creators, and startups.
- July 18-19GenAI Summit SF
One of the Bay Area’s largest AI-focused conferences, bringing together founders, investors, researchers, and technology leaders for talks, panels, and networking around generative AI, robotics, AI agents, and emerging technologies.
- July 23-26San Francisco Art Book Fair
This is an amazing gathering of artists, publishers, designers, collectors, and creative professionals focused on independent publishing and print culture.The fair includes exhibitions, talks, and hundreds of exhibitors from around the world.
Downtown Sacramento
Downtown Sacramento
- Weds July 1Donut Forget to Celebrate! @11am
- Weds July 15National Hot Dog Day w/ Mini Corn Dogs @12pm
- Weds July 29Tropic Like It’s Hot - Fruit Platter @12pm
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Upcoming Events in Sacramento
Here are some links to events happening around town this month that we think are worth your time.
- July 3-4Rancho Cordova Fourth of July Celebration
This is a two-day celebration with live music, food vendors, carnival rides, a parade, and fireworks at Hagan Community Park.
- July 11Midtown Second Saturday Art Walk
A longstanding Sacramento tradition featuring gallery openings, artist receptions, and exhibitions throughout Midtown.
- July 10-12Golden Bear Film Festival
This is a new festival featuring independent cinema at the Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom.
- July 16Museum Market Mixer
An after-hours event that combines local makers, vintage vendors, curators, and community organizations within one of the city’s most unique museum settings.
- July 21-24Sacramento Underground Film Festival
Come check out this multi‑genre film fest with shorts, features, and themed showcases highlighting independent and experimental cinema.
Seattle – Capitol Hill
Seattle - Capitol Hill
- Weds July 1Red, White, and Ooooh snacks! @10am
- Weds July 8Slow Flow Rooftop Yoga @4pm
- Tues July 14Walk in the Park @12pm
- Weds July 22Wii at work @2pm
- Weds July 29Rooftop Social Hour @2pm
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Upcoming Events in Seattle
Here are some links to events happening around town this month that we think are worth your time.
- July 2Pioneer Square First Thursday Art Walk
One of the city’s signature cultural events, featuring gallery openings, artist receptions, and exhibitions throughout the city’s historic arts district.
- July 4Seafair
The city’s largest Independence Day event, it features live music and a fireworks show over Lake Union.
- July 9Capitol Hill Art Walk
The next Capitol Hill Art Walk is hitting the neighborhood on Thursday, July 9.
- July 16-19Jet City Improv Fest
This annual festival showcases improv performers and comedy groups from around the country. Beyond the performances, it offers a chance to connect with the city’s creative and performing arts community through workshops and collaborative events.
- July 23-26Seattle Art Fair
One of our region’s premier contemporary art events, bringing together galleries, collectors, artists, curators, and creative professionals from around the world.
The Team
Member Spotlight
For the past three years, Drew Kitchen and Billy Messori, Principals at Kime Builders, have called CENTRL Office South Bay their business home. When asked what inspired them to start Kime Builders, they shared, “We’ve always been in Construction Management. We saw an opportunity in the market and decided it was our time to give it a try.”
Drew and Billy both bring years of experience to their work. Drew comes from an engineering background, while Billy brings experience in commercial real estate. Together, they saw a chance to build something new in Southern California’s contracting landscape.
Their goal? “To be a major player in the Southern California commercial general contracting market.” They continue to take on projects across offices, industrial spaces, hospitality, retail, multifamily, restaurants, healthcare, and life sciences.
What keeps them at CENTRL? “Networking opportunities, great value, free food and coffee,” they say. Sometimes the little things make a big difference. Their favorite part about working from CENTRL is the chance to connect with other professionals while enjoying great amenities.
At CENTRL, they’ve found a space that fits their needs, offering value, opportunities to network with other businesses, and, of course, good coffee.
We’re so glad they found their spot at CENTRL, and thrilled to have them as part of our community.
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Our Values
Working Better
With everyone talking about AI these days, writer Rosie Spinks offers an unexpected take: people with creative or non-traditional careers might be more ready for the future than they realize. Instead of a survival guide, this piece gives a fresh perspective, and one that’s worth taking some time to consider.
Read the full piece here.
Benefits
Refer a Friend
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Please send any questions or referrals to work@centrloffice.com.
That’s a Wrap!
We’re grateful to have you as part of the CENTRL community. Stay curious, stay connected, and don’t forget to take a moment for yourself now and then.
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