Friday, July 10, 2009

St. Luke's Hospital - "We want a world-class hospital"



















































































Thursday night attended community meeting about the "The Future of St Luke's Hospital" held at Precita Valley Community Center.

Moderator was Roma Guy with Supervisor David Campos and remarks by Supervisor Bevan Dufty. Supervisor Davis Campos called for a " world class hospital".

Public comment was overall in agreement that St. Luke's Hospital should be rebuilt as a community hospital with primary and secondary care. People from the neighborhood spoke , people that worked at St. Luke's spoke - there is a true ownership in St. Luke's Hospital going back many, many years. There was an agreement that CPMC needed to be watched so that the final plan is something workable for the neighborhood that will be sustainable over a long period of time.

Meeting was held with the Coalition for Health Planning - San Francisco. - to establish principles of health justice, participatory planning and equity as the basis for health care planning decisions by the City and County of San Francisco.

This organization includes:
Ad Hoc Committee of Doctors for Corporate and Government Healthcare Responsibility, Bernal Heights Democratic Club
Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center
California Nurses Association/NNOC
California Reinvestment Committee
Cathedral Hill Neighbors Association
Cathdral Hill Tower Condo Association
Democratic County Central Committee
Dolores Street Community Services
Gray Panthers
Roya Guy
La Raza Centro Legal
League of Young Voters
Neighborhood Network
North Mission Neighbors
PODER
Pride at Work
Senior Action Network
SF Day Labor Program
Young Workers United

The Coalition is requesting:
Healthcare services including hospitals, clinics and other providers, should be equitably distributed through the city.
Equitable and just access to healthcare services should be achieved through balanced distribution of payer mix and revenue sources through the city
Hospital planning should prioritize healthcare services that meet indentifiable community health needs, complementing the public health infrastructure to support the health of the entire city.
The healthcare workforce should be treated equitably and fairly, and their right to union representation should be supported. All healthcare workforce should be treated equitably and fairly, and their right to union representation should be supported.
All healthcare providers should comply with conditions laid out in a Healthcare Master Plan for the entire city, developed in a participatory process led by the City and County of San Francisco, to expand health equity.

Supervisor David Campos - david.campos@sfgov.org

Coalition for Health Planning - San Francisco ngreen@calnurses.org

July 11, 2009 - Saturday

*South-East SF Health Care Canvass
When: July 11, 2009 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: Come join in the state-wide canvass to spread Obama's message on health care reform. Will be focussing on the neighborhoods of Bernal, Bayview, Potrero and Visitation Valley.
Purpose of the canvass to have people declare support for Obama's 3 principles of health care form.

*District 11 Council Meeting
When: July 11, 2009 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: Ingleside Police Station, 1 John Young Lane, San Francisco
What: Guest Speaker: Ed Reiskin, Director Dept. of Public Works - the Safe Streets and Road Repair General Obligation Bond and plans to talk about the Blight Ordinance, Graffiti, Undergounding. There be a discussion about the Balboa Park Westside Entrance and Walkway - groundbreaking event which includes a plan to name the walkway after the late, great Tony Sacco.

Reenactment of the 1901 Waterfront strike.
When: July 11, 2009 - Saturday
Noon and again at 3 p.m.
Where: Hyde Street Pier at Jefferson Street, San Francisco.
What: From July 13 to October 2, 1901, San Francisco's waterfront was shut down by sailors, longshoremen, and teamsters striking for better pay and working conditions. Experience the sights and sounds of SF history through a reenactment. Free ($5. Pier entry fee - good for one year)

"How Cyclists are Changing American Cities"
When: July 11, 2009 - Saturday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: The Green Arcade, 1680 Market (@ Gough) San Francisco
What: Jeff Maples will discuss Pedaling Revolution.

July 12, 2009 - Sunday

Ice Cream Sunday Bike Ride
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
Noon
Where: Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream , 2790 Harrison Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition (SFBC) sponsors ice cream bike ride. Ride and sample at least 6 top-rated creameries across the city. 10 to 12 miles. Child riders (14 or younger) are discouraged, since this ride will require some skilled street riding. Bring a lock, water bottle and ice cream money.
Information: sfbike.org

Chinese for Affirmative Action 40th Anniversary Reunion
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
1:30 p.m.
Where: Manilatown Heritage Foundation, 868 Kearny Street, San Francisco
What: After 40 years, CAA has touched many people's lives. Join us as we mingle, catch up and meet new faces from the CAA family.
Reunion Host Committee: (terrific list)
Brian Cheu, Diane Chin, David Chiu, Henry Der, Kathy Fong, Ricky Ho, Isabel Huie, Keith Kamisugi, Emily Leung, Russ Lowe, Steve Owyang, Hoi Poon, Lillian Sing, Julie Tang, Kathy Turner, Ling-chi Wang, Te Wang, Robin Wu
Information and RSVP 415-274-6750 caasf.org
Source: facebook.com

Stern Grove - Joan Baez and Blame Sally
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: 19th Avenue & Sloat Avenue
What: Joan Baez and Blame Sally
Information: sterngrove.org

Celebrating the life of Harold Norse
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: The Beat Museum, 540 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the Beat Poet Harold Norse. Hosted by his longtime friends Mel Clay, A.D. Winans and Neeli Cherkovski, participants are encouraged to memorialize Haroldwith their own tributes and stories

July 13, 2009 - Monday

*San Francisco Board of Supervisors -Rules Committee
When: July 13, 2009 - Monday
9 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Item off agenda: Eliminate the 48.7 hour limitation on the work week for the uniformed officers and members of the Fire Dept., establish a work week of at least 52 hours, on a annualized basis, for uniformed officers and members assigned to fire fighting companies and units, with the minimum 52 hour work week requirement to be effective for any amendment or extension to the MOU between the City and County of San Francisco and San Francisco Fire Fighters Union Local 98 effective July 1, 2007 through June 30, 2011 and eliminate superseded language setting holiday schedule and compensation requirement for firefighters.
Members: Chris Daly, Carmen Chu and David Campos
Information: sfgov.org/bdsupvrs

The Watchdog Mixer (this is an important event)
When: July 13, 2009 - Monday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Writers' Grotto, 490 2nd Street, San Francisco
What: Give, drink and talk it up with the Cit Budget Watchdog team - local journalists who need your support to continue a reporting project on municipal cutbacks, jointly sponsored by The Public Press and Spot.us. You'll have a chance to talk to the journalists about the stories they've covered so far and hear about the reporting they plan to do in July and August. They need to raise $5,000 support this project.
Donation: $15 in advance: spot.us/pitches/203 or $20 at the door. RSVP also on facebook.
Information: public-press.org

*District Elections - How do "We the People" become the driving force?
When: July 13, 2009 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: Centro del Pueblo, 474 Valencia Street, San Francisco (between 15th and 16th Street)
What: Meeting with:
  • N'Tanya Lee - Coleman Advocates (for identification purposes only)
  • Calvin Welch - Housing Justice
  • Chito Cuellar (UNITE HERE) (for indentification purposes only)
  • Sasha Magee - Activist
Progressives who fought for SF's District Elections focused not on individual candidates, but on the broader movement for building grassroots power and creating democratic structures to keep officials accountable. In the context of the city's current budget crisis, labor and community organizers will engage in a debate on how we can build on the progressive gains of the 2008 elections, and fight for elected officials to follow the lead of the people. $5./$10. donation.
Information: center@politicaleducation.org politicaleducation.org
Source: Handout at St. Luke's meeting

*Modern Times Bookstore - Randy Shaw
When: July 13, 2009 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: Modern Times Book Store, 888 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Randy Shaw discusses his book "Beyond The Fields: Cesar Chavez, the UFW and the Struggle for Justice in the 21st Century". This event is part of LaborFest
Information: mtbs.com

July 14, 2009 - Tuesday

Irish American Democratic Club - Reunification of Ireland
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station Meeting Room, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Hear discussion and develop Irish American Democratic Club's strategy to obtain passage of a California Democratic Party Resolution advocating the Reunification of Ireland. Free.
Note: California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting is July 17th through July 19th, 2009 at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Burlingame. Information: cadem.org

Commonwealth Club - Ed Harrington -
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Ed Harrington: Challenges and Progress for SFPUC San Francisco and Bay Area customers. Ed Harrington, General Manager, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission will speak. $15. non-members

SPUR - The Rational City: The troubled legacy of top-down planning.
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: What can we learn from the Moderns' vision and its pitfalls - today? Join panelists:
  • Dan Solomon - architect with Solomon E.T.C. a WRT Company
  • Anthea Hartig of the National Trust for Historic Preservation
  • Fred Blackwell - director of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency
  • Exhibition curator - Benjamin Grant
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

San FranciscoWomen's Political Committee - Summer in the City
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: 5A5 Steak Lounge, 244 Jackson Street, San Francisco
What: Honoring Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, City Attorney Dennis Herrera and Supervisor Carmen Chu for their extraordinary work over the past year on behalf of women and families. Individual ticket/membership $35. and up.
Information: annie@sfwpc.org sfwpc.org/events
Board of Directors: Sueanne McNeill Biotti, Heidi Sieck, Jacqueline Piccini, Susan McIntyre, Shakan Byerly, Jordana Stein, Annie Eagan, Kay Vasilyeva, Francis Hsieh, Jordana Thigpen, Melanie Nutter, Jaynry Mak.

*San Francisco Get Engaged Tour
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Rainbow Room in the SF LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street at Octavia, San Francisco
What: Join Marriage Equality USA, Equality California, the SF LGBT Center, Courage Campaign, One Struggle, One Fight for a polling presentation and community roundtable to discuss and weigh in on the future campaign. Hear and consider the results from the recent marriage equality poll conducted to inform and educate the community about how to persuade conflicted voters, who are the conflicted voters in your community, what are the most persuasive messages that resonate with conflicteds both for and against marriage equality and what are the ways that you want to see the community get plugged into the next campaign and be involved. Feedback from this meeting will be included in a comprehensive report presented at the upcoming Statewide Leadership Summit on July 25, 2009 hosted by Inland Empire.
Information: equalityevents.ning.com getengaged@marriagequality.org

July 15, 2009 - Wednesday

San Francisco Business Time - San Francisco Structures - Beyond the Bust: A view to San Francisco's future.
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:00 a.m. Breakfast Forum
Where: Hilton San Francisco, Continental Ballroom, 333 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Speakers:
  • Mayor Gavin Newsom
  • Mike Covarrubias - Chairman & CEO TMG Partners
  • Oz Erickson, Chairman - The Emerald Fund
  • Monique Moyer - Executive Director - Port of San Francisco
$65.
Information and to Register: sanfranciscobusinesstime.com/event/6170

*Board of Supervisors - Budget and Finance Committee
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
  • Authorizing submission to voters of ordinance imposing a local assessment on all vehicles in SF that are subject to Dept. of Motor Vehicle registration.
  • .50% sales tax increase for health and human services and public protection.
  • Submission of Parcel Tax to voters.
  • Recreation and Park Dept - renaming Candlestick Park.
  • Planning fee procedures and adjustments.
Members: John Avalos, Ross Mirkarimi, Carmen Chu, David Campos, Bevan Dufty

*Police Commission Meeting
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
  • Chief's Report - 2009 midyear crime trends and homicide overview
  • Commission President's Report
  • Presentation of the Quarterly Report by the Dept. and the OCC regarding Policy Proposals.
Information: 415-553-1667

Commonwealth Club - The Fierce Urgency of Now: Toward a New American Movement in the Obama Era
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Torie Osborn, Senior Strategist, Unite Way of Greater LA will discuss the battle for LGBT equality $15. non-members

Commonwealth Club - John Lescroart
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Author John Lescroart will discuss personal stories and literary secrets. Author of "A Plague of Secrets". $18 non-members

Mayor Gavin Newsom - San Fernando Valley Town Hall
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Taft High School Quad (outside), 5461 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, Ca.
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom to discuss your thoughts and hopes for California's future. Free.
Information and RSVP: gavinnewsom.com/events

The Road to Health Reform Town Hall Meeting
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Cafe Saint Francis, 2nd Floor, 800 Hyde Street, San Francisco
What: A Town hall discussion on the need for Health Care Reform. Panelists include:
  • Mitch Katz, MD, San Francisco Public Health Medical Director
  • Catherine Dodd, PhD, RN, Deputy Chief os Staff/Mayors' Office
  • Gary Chan, MD, Secretary San Francisco Medical Society
  • Sonia Melara, San Francisco Health Commissioner
  • Wade Rose, VP External & Government Relations, CHW
Panelist will speak briefly about what values should drive health reform.
Town Hall meeting presented by St. Mary's Medical Center and Saint Francisco Memorial Hospital
Information: abbie.yant@chw.edu
RSVP: Seating is limited - 1-800-333-1355

City Lights Bookstore - Paul Krassner
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: City Lights Bookstore, 261 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What: Hear Paul Krassner talk about his book" Who's to Say What's Obscene? - Politics, Culture and Comedy in America Today".
Information: citylights.com

July 16, 2009 - Thursday

*The Men Along the Shore and the Legacy of 1934
When: July 16, 2009 - Thursday
5 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: An Historical Exhibition and Reception by the International Longshore and Warehouse Union celebrating the 75th Anniversary of the West Coast Maritime Strike and The San Francisco General Strike. Free.
Information: ilwu.org

*Whodunit at Litquke?
When: July 16, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Mechanic's Institute, 4th Floor, 57 Post Street, San Francisco
What: Evening with Bay Area mystery writers Julianne Balmain /Nadia Gordon, Juliet Blackwell (aka Hailey Lind), Rhys Bowen, Michelle Gagnon, Vinnie Hansen, Seth Harwood, Janet LaPierre, Lisa Lutz, Kelli Stanley, Louise Ure, and Simon Wood. Mingle as the writers engage you with panel discussions, conversations, and insights into the mysterious working of their minds!. Raffle prizes: tickets to Litquake 2009 events, signed copy of mystery writers' books, becoming a character in a mystery writer's new book and more.
Tickets: $12. brown Brown Bag Tickets brownpapertickets.com

*Citizen Hope for Californians for Justice
When: July 16, 2009 - Thursday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Pork Store/Moroc Loune, 3122 16th Street (@ Valencia), San Francisco
What: Join Citizen Hope and the Californians for Justice Board of Directors for a summer happy hour and grassroots fundraiser. Will benefit CFJ's 8th Annual Summer Youth Leadership Academy, an intensive leadership development program for high school-aged youth of color that trains them as the next generation of grassroots civil rights leaders. Live performance by Californians for Justice youth organizers. Bring your dance moves, your thirst, and an appetite for fruit-flavored hookahs.
$10-$25 (sliding scale)
Information: caljustice.org

*"Jews in the Fillmore" Opening Night Celebration
When: July 16, 2009 - Thursday
7 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Jazz Heritage Center, 1320 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Get FED will have the exclusive opening night for "Jews in the Fillmore". Music, food, drink. $25.
Get FED is a program of the dedicated to showcasing the finest in Jewish cutting-edge ideas, actions and rituals enabling people to connect with the vibrant Jewish life and community of the Bay Area (brought to you by Jewish Community Federation).
Information and tickets: acteva.com/booking.cfm?bevalD=185941

July 17, 2009 - Friday

*California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting
When: July 17, 2009 - Friday to July 19, 2009 - Sunday
Where: Crowne Plaza Hotel, 1177 Airport Blvd., Burlingame, Ca.
Information: cadem.org

*New Visions, New Leadership Kickoff Mixer hosted by API Caucus - CDP
When: July 17, 2009 - Friday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Mercury Lounge, 1582 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Join the newly elected Executive Board of the API Caucus as they kickoff new partnerships to strengthen the API vote in California.
API Caucus Executive Board
State Chair - Mike Fong; State Secretary - Panney Wei, C.Ht.; State Treasurer - Dr. Jennifer Ong; Nor Cal Chair - Jenn Pae; or Cal Vice Chair - Harpreet Sandhu; Nor Cal Outreach Chair - Stephanie Ong; Nor Cal Secretary - Shilen Patel; So Cal Chair - Clark Lee; So Cal Vice Chair - Linh Ho; So Cal Outreach Chair- Ricky Choi; Communications Chair: Colbert Tse
Co-hosted by: Hon. Mike Honda, Leland Yee, Alberto Torrico, Fiona Ma, Ted Lieu, Mike Eng, Warren Furutani, David Chiu, Carmen Chu, Eric Mar, Alice Lai-Bitker, Phil Ting, Kamala Harris, Jeff Adachi, Evan Low, Anu Natarajan, Suzanne Lee Chan, Jean Quan, Yoriko Kishimoto, Madison Nguyen, Nicky Gonzalez Yuen, Steve Ngo, Sandy Lee Fewer, Hydra Mendoza, Henry Lo, Asian Pacific Democratic Club of San Francisco, API for Change, Asian Pacific Americans for Progress.
No-Host Bar- $20. dues payment for free admission
Information: info@apicaucus.com apicaucus.com


July 18, 2009 - Saturday

*San Diego Pride - Mayor Gavin Newsom
When: July 18, 2009 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Parade step off (Rainbow Mile) Corner of Normal and University, San Diego, Ca.
What: Pride parade. Join with Gavin Newsom
Information: volunteer@gavinewsom.com sandiegopride.org


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Wednesday, July 8, 2009

Call Senator Dianne Feinstein !!!





























Tuesday night I attended Potrero Hill Democratic Club meeting at Potrero Hill Neighborhood House.

There was a full house to listen to the Panel "National Health Care Reform".

Speakers:
Justin Davis, M.D. - Potrero Hill primary-care physician
Linda Leu - Northern California Regional Organizer, Health Access; volunteer organizer, Organizing for America (formerly Obama for America)
Don Bechler - Chair, Single-Payer Now
Catherine Dodd, RN - Mayor Newsom's Deputy Chief of Staff overseeing Health, Human Services, Aging Services and Children Youth and Family Services
Moderator: DeWitt Lacy, Vice-President, Potrero Hill Democratic Club

Everyone in the room was in agreement that the medical care system needed to change.

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi is in control of the Congress vote which is expected to vote shortly. In the Senate more work needs to be done.

Organizing for America wants you to call Senator Diane Feinstein at 202-224-3841 and Senator Barbara Boxer at 202-224-3553 and ask them to support President Obama's three principals for real health care reform. Ask the Senator for their vote for health care reform which includes reduce costs, guarantee a choice of plans and doctors - including the choice of a public insurance option and to ensure quality affordable care for every American.

healthcareforamericanow.org lleu@health-access.org

The other option is to pass HR 676 - Single Payer Healthcare. Single payer Now is asking you to call Congress Member Nancy Pelosi and ask her to co-sponsor HR 676 and to pass legislation that allows us to pass California's single payer legislation SB810, the California Universal Healthcare Act. Phone Number 415-556-4862. Single Payer Healthcare is asking you to ask President Obama to support HR 676.

singlepayernow.net - Pass HR676 - (sponsored by State Senator Mark Leno)
Don Bechler dbechler@value.net 415-695-7891

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - phdemclub.org


July 8, 2009 - Wednesday

Neighborhood Parks Council - Summer Social
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Patricia's Green @ Hayes and Octavia, San Francisco
What: Celebrate your parks and community at our Summer Social. Great chance to connect with fellow park advocates from around the city and meet the new Rec & Park General Manager, Phil Ginsburg. The following individuals will be recognized for their volunteer work:
D1: Kay Voyvodich, Boulevard Neighbors User Group
D3: Adah Bakalinsky
D4: Greg Syler, Friends ofWest Sunset Playground
D5: Callen Taylor, Friends of Kimbell Park
D6: Troy Christensen, Friends of SOMA Rec
D7: Kerry Slattery, Friends of Rolph Nicol
D8: Gary Weiss, Corbett Heights Neighbors
D9: Dave Schweisguth, Juri Commoners
D10: Trilce and Chuck Farrugia, Help McLaren Park, Jean Bogiages, Friends of Fallen Bridge Mini Park
D11: Linda D'Avirro, Crocker Amazon Park Advisory Committee
Information: sfnpc.org

Police Commission Meeting
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
Annual Election of Commission Officers
Chief's Report - Update on significant policing efforts by Department members
Department Budget updated.
Commissioners: Theresa Sparks, Dr. Joe Marshall, Petra Dejesus, Yvonne Y. Lee, Thomas P. Mazucco, David Onek, Vincent Pan

Supervisor Eric Mar - Town Hall Meeting
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Neighborhood Center, 741 30th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Topics include how you can do sidewalk landscaping in front of your house, community challenge grants for street improvements, community gardens and Pavement to Parks. Adam Varat will provide details on the application process for these types of improvements.
Source and Information: richmondsfblog.com

*Passion: The Ludlow Massacre and Class War in America
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Modern Times Bookstore, 888 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Seventy-five miners and their families were killed, showing the brutal face of Rockefeller and the early robber barons who used the national militia and US Army to destroy to power of the working people. This massacre also led to open class warfare in Colorado between the state and the workers, and included Mother Jones, who came to the aid of these workers and their families.

From Stonewall to Gay Marriage
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Stonewall by attending discussion about the history and future of the struggle for LGBT liberation with Sherry Wolf and Tommi Avicolli Mecca. Host will be Rose Aguilar, host of KALW's Your Call.
$5 to $10. donation
Sponsored by Haymarket Books and City Lights
Information: haymarket@norcalsocialism.org

July 9, 2009 - Thursday

*Move-On Health Care Rally - Senator Dianne Feinstein's District Office
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
Noon
Where: Senator Dianne Feinstein's District Office, 1 Post Street, San Francisco
What: Rally is to show that Americans across the country are demanding a strong public health insurance plan.
Senator Feinstein' website: feinstein.senate.gov
  • Public option:
  • Save your money
  • Offer you a choice
  • Guarantee access.
Information: moveon.or

*Art and Labor Today
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: SOMArts Cultural Center, 934 Brannan Street, San Francisco
What: Multimedia show brings together contemporary artists from the United States and France to provide provocative and compelling views of capitalism and the state of labor today.
Reception will be held. A free screening follows of the Tim Robbins directed movie The Cradle Will Rock, based on the story of the Federal Theatre Project's aborted 1937 production of Marc Blitzstein's labor musical. Free.
Information; laborfest.net

*Strategy for Sustainability Book Launch (this looks interesting!)
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
5:30 to 10 p.m.
Where: Saatchi @ Saatchi S HQ - The Pie Factory, 501 York Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco launch of the new book by Adam Werbach, "Strategy for Sustainability". The event will be a benefit for the Village Bike Project. (book is very successful already - excellent sales on Amazon)
6:30 Special Treat: Warren Hellman plays a couple of bluegrass songs and talks about the history of financial conmen.
7 p.m. Cleanfest - David Steuer in conversation with Adam Lowry and Jessica Buttimer
7:45 - Premier of The Profitron 3,000 a two minute informercial tribute to Bill Mays.
8 p.m. Gred Dalton in conversation with Nancy McFadden, Michael Shellenberger and Dave Douglas
8:30 p.m. Joel Makower in conversation with Steve Bishop, Jeff Mendelsohn and Cri Jacobs
9 p.m. Obafemi Origunwa drumming on the topic of cultural sustainability
9:30 Fire Dancers outside on York Street
Information: nvietor@satchis.com
Source: facebook.com

Community Meeting on the future of St Luke's
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Precita Valley Community Center, 534 Precita Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisors David Campos and John Avalos in discussing Sutter Health/CPMC's plans for the future of St. Luke's Hospital. This meeting will include an explanation of Blue Ribbon Panel recommendations by panelists and information on the updated plan presented at a CPMC hosted community meeting held on June 23rd.

*Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council - How to improve Muni
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Community Room, Park Branch Library, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco
What: A panel discussion regarding two proposals to improve overall service and performance of MUNI.
Featuring Supervisor John Avalos, transit advocates and representatives of MUNI.
  • Two proposals:
  • 1. Change the Municipal Transportation Agency Board
  • 2. Eliminated hundreds of MUNI Bus Stops
Information: hancsf.org

Queer Community Conversation around Migrant Rights Work in the Bay Area
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: el Centro del Pueblo, 474 Valencia Street @ 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Panel followed by group conversation with:
  • Heba Nimr
  • Cecilia Chung (TGLC)
  • Monica Enriquez-Enriquez
  • Carolina Morales (CUAV)
  • Ming Wong (BorderOUT)
  • Maria Poblet (St. Peter's Housing Committee)
source: facebook.com

July 10, 2009 - Friday

Operation Shine- SF
When: July 10, 2009 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
5:30 LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market (at Laguna), San Francisco - March to Harvey Milk Plaza. Castro and Market. Speakers at 6 p.m.
What: Show your support for the Homeless Youth Pride Walk 2009.
Information: robert@onestruggleonefight.com

La Mission Bohemia Project
When: July 10, 2009 - Friday
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Brava Theater, 2871 24th and York Street, San Francisco
What: Concert reunites local talents that have performed in the barrio for years and allow us to write another page of our life history. This thread of collective memories weaved through songs and words remind us why we have chosen to live in the Mission
Information: labohemia24@gmail.com

July 11, 2009 - Saturday

*Reenactment of the 1901 Waterfront strike.
When: July 11, 2009 - Saturday
Noon and again at 3 p.m.
Where: Hyde Street Pier at Jefferson Street, San Francisco.
What: From July 13 to October 2, 1901, San Francisco's waterfront was shut down by sailors, longshoremen, and teamsters striking for better pay and working conditions. Experience the sights and sounds of SF history through a reenactment. Free ($5. Pier entry fee - good for one year)

*"How Cyclists are Changing American Cities"
When: July 11, 2009 - Saturday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: The Green Arcade, 1680 Market (@ Gough) San Francisco
What: Jeff Maples will discuss Pedaling Revolution.

July 12, 2009 - Sunday

Ice Cream Sunday Bike Ride
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
Noon
Where: Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream , 2790 Harrison Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition (SFBC) sponsors ice cream bike ride. Ride and sample at least 6 top-rated creameries across the city. 10 to 12 miles. Child riders (14 or younger) are discouraged, since this ride will require some skilled street riding. Bring a lock, water bottle and ice cream money.
Information: sfbike.org

Chinese for Affirmative Action 40th Anniversary Reunion
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
1:30 p.m.
Where: Manilatown Heritage Foundation, 868 Kearny Street, San Francisco
What: After 40 years, CAA has touched many people's lives. Join us as we mingle, catch up and meet new faces from the CAA family.
Reunion Host Committee: (terrific list)
Brian Cheu, Diane Chin, David Chiu, Henry Der, Kathy Fong, Ricky Ho, Isabel Huie, Keith Kamisugi, Emily Leung, Russ Lowe, Steve Owyang, Hoi Poon, Lillian Sing, Julie Tang, Kathy Turner, Ling-chi Wang, Te Wang, Robin Wu
Information and RSVP 415-274-6750 caasf.org
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Stern Grove - Joan Baez and Blame Sally
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: 19th Avenue & Sloat Avenue
What: Joan Baez and Blame Sally
Information: sterngrove.org

*Celebrating the life of Harold Norse
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: The Beat Museum, 540 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the Beat Poet Harold Norse. Hosted by his longtime friends Mel Clay, A.D. Winans and Neeli Cherkovski, participants are encouraged to memorialize Haroldwith their own tributes and stories

July 13, 2009 - Monday

*The Watchdog Mixer (this is an important event)
When: July 13, 2009 - Monday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Writers' Grotto, 490 2nd Street, San Francisco
What: Give, drink and talk it up with the Cit Budget Watchdog team - local journalists who need your support to continue a reporting project on municipal cutbacks, jointly sponsored by The Public Press and Spot.us. You'll have a chance to talk to the journalists about the stories they've covered so far and hear about the reporting they plan to do in July and August. They need to raise $5,000 support this project.
Donation: $15 in advance: spot.us/pitches/203 or $20 at the door. RSVP also on facebook.
Information: public-press.org

July 14, 2009 - Tuesday

*Irish American Democratic Club - Reunification of Ireland
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station Meeting Room, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Hear discussion and develop Irish American Democratic Club's strategy to obtain passage of a California Democratic Party Resolution advocating the Reunification of Ireland. Free.
Note: California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting is July 17th through July 19th, 2009 at Crowne Plaza Hotel in Burlingame. Information: cadem.org

*Commonwealth Club - Ed Harrington -
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Ed Harrington: Challenges and Progress for SFPUC San Francisco and Bay Area customers. Ed Harrington, General Manager, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission will speak. $15. non-members

*SPUR - The Rational City: The troubled legacy of top-down planning.
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: What can we learn from the Moderns' vision and its pitfalls - today? Join panelists:
  • Dan Solomon - architect with Solomon E.T.C. a WRT Company
  • Anthea Hartig of the National Trust for Historic Preservation
  • Fred Blackwell - director of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency
  • Exhibition curator - Benjamin Grant
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

*San FranciscoWomen's Political Committee - Summer in the City
When: July 14, 2009 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: 5A5 Steak Lounge, 244 Jackson Street, San Francisco
What: Honoring Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, City Attorney Dennis Herrera and Supervisor Carmen Chu for their extraordinary work over the past year on behalf of women and families. Individual ticket/membership $35. and up.
Information: annie@sfwpc.org sfwpc.org/events
Board of Directors: Sueanne McNeill Biotti, Heidi Sieck, Jacqueline Piccini, Susan McIntyre, Shakan Byerly, Jordana Stein, Annie Eagan, Kay Vasilyeva, Francis Hsieh, Jordana Thigpen, Melanie Nutter, Jaynry Mak.

July 15, 2009 - Wednesday

*San Francisco Business Time - San Francisco Structures - Beyond the Bust: A view to San Francisco's future.
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
7:30 a.m. Registration
8:00 a.m. Breakfast Forum
Where: Hilton San Francisco, Continental Ballroom, 333 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Speakers:
  • Mayor Gavin Newsom
  • Mike Covarrubias - Chairman & CEO TMG Partners
  • Oz Erickson, Chairman - The Emerald Fund
  • Monique Moyer - Executive Director - Port of San Francisco
$65.
Information and to Register: sanfranciscobusinesstime.com/event/6170

*Commonwealth Club - The Fierce Urgency of Now: Toward a New American Movement in the Obama Era
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Torie Osborn, Senior Strategist, Unite Way of Greater LA will discuss the battle for LGBT equality $15. non-members
Information: commonwealthclub.org

*Commonwealth Club - John Lescroart
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Author John Lescroart will discuss personal stories and literary secrets. Author of "A Plague of Secrets". $18 non-members

*Mayor Gavin Newsom - San Fernando Valley Town Hall
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Taft High School Quad (outside), 5461 Winnetka Avenue, Woodland Hills, Ca.
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom to discuss your thoughts and hopes for California's future. Free.
Information and RSVP: gavinnewsom.com/events

*The Road to Health Reform Town Hall Meeting
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Cafe Saint Francis, 2nd Floor, 800 Hyde Street, San Francisco
What: A Town hall discussion on the need for Health Care Reform. Panelists include:
  • Mitch Katz, MD, San Francisco Public Health Medical Director
  • Catherine Dodd, PhD, RN, Deputy Chief os Staff/Mayors' Office
  • Gary Chan, MD, Secretary San Francisco Medical Society
  • Sonia Melara, San Francisco Health Commissioner
  • Wade Rose, VP External & Government Relations, CHW
Panelist will speak briefly about what values should drive health reform.
Town Hall meeting presented by St. Mary's Medical Center and Saint Francisco Memorial Hospital
Information: abbie.yant@chw.edu
RSVP: Seating is limited - 1-800-333-1355

*City Lights Bookstore - Paul Krassner
When: July 15, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: City Lights Bookstore, 261 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What: Hear Paul Krassner talk about his book" Who's to Say What's Obscene? - Politics, Culture and Comedy in America Today".
Information: citylights.com

Information:

Scott Weiner - filed today to run for Supervisor in District 8. See youtube.com "Scott Wiener announces his candidacy today for the San Francisco Board of Supervisors"

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Sunday, July 5, 2009

Single Payer Now!










































































































Stopped by Mission Dolores Park Sunday afternoon. Mime Troupe was performing "To Big To Fail".

Don Bechler and his volunteers from "Single Payer Now" were out in force.

Single Payer Now: singlepayernow.net (excellent website)

San Francisco Mime Troupe: sfmt.org




July 6, 2009 - Monday

*Rules Committee - Board of Supervisors
When: July 6, 2009 - Monday
1 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
Charter Amendment: Allowing the Board of Supervisors to designate certain appropriations as mandates to expend the money appropriated. (Supervisor Daly)
Charter Amendment - Creating an Office of Management and Budget led by a Director who shall serve a ten-year term, mandating a two-year budgetary cycle. (Supervisor Dufty)
Charter Amendment: Instituting two-year budgetary cycle, providing for the adoption of a five-year plan, providing for the adoption of binding financial policies and imposing a deadline of June 30th. (Mayor Newsom, Supervisors Chiu, Mirkarimi, Avalos and Campos)
Charter Amendment: Requiring that onetime revenues be spent only for one-time uses, unless otherwise authorized by the Board of Supervisors.
Commissioners: Chris Daly, Carmen Chu, David Campos

July 7, 2009 - Tuesday

Sunday Streets to Great Streets: Enrique Penalosa
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, Main Public Library, San Francisco
What: Host: Hosted by San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. Meet Enrique Penalosa, former Mayor of Bogota, Columbia and internationally-renowned innovator in the fields of transportation, housing and land use for large cities as he discusses how San Francisco can learn from international best practices in urban public space development. San Francisco's successful Sunday Streets program is based on Penalosa's "Ciclovia" system in Bogota.
Free.
Information: kitz@sfgreatstreets.org

LaborFest, a month-long festival commemorating the 1934 SF General Strike.
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, Audre Lorde Room, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion on the rich legacy of federal jobs programs for artists and writers such as WPA and the CETA program.
$5./$10.
Information: whatif@igc.org

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - National Health Care Reform
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion on National Health Care Reform. Linda Leu, organizer for Health Access and the Health Care for America Now campaign and a volunteer with Organizing for America will speak along with activist Don Bechler who is the chair of Single Payer Now. Justin Davis, M.D. is a Potrero Hill primary and urgent care physician. DeWitt Lacy, PHDC Vice-President/Political Action Chair will moderate.
Information: phdemclub.org

*Kevin Starr
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Books Inc., 601 Van Ness, San Francisco
What: Hear Kevin Starr discuss his book "Golden Dreams: California in an Age of Abundance 1950-1963".
Information: booksinc.net

July 8, 2009 - Wednesday

*Neighborhood Parks Council - Summer Social
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Patricia's Green @ Hayes and Octavia, San Francisco
What: Celebrate your parks and community at our Summer Social. Great chance to connect with fellow park advocates from around the city and meet the new Rec & Park General Manager, Phil Ginsburg. The following individuals will be recognized for their volunteer work:
D1: Kay Voyvodich, Boulevard Neighbors User Group
D3: Adah Bakalinsky
D4: Greg Syler, Friends ofWest Sunset Playground
D5: Callen Taylor, Friends of Kimbell Park
D6: Troy Christensen, Friends of SOMA Rec
D7: Kerry Slattery, Friends of Rolph Nicol
D8: Gary Weiss, Corbett Heights Neighbors
D9: Dave Schweisguth, Juri Commoners
D10: Trilce and Chuck Farrugia, Help McLaren Park, Jean Bogiages, Friends of Fallen Bridge Mini Park
D11: Linda D'Avirro, Crocker Amazon Park Advisory Committee
Information: sfnpc.org

*Police Commission Meeting
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
Annual Election of Commission Officers
Chief's Report - Update on significant policing efforts by Department members
Department Budget updated.
Commissioners: Theresa Sparks, Dr. Joe Marshall, Petra Dejesus, Yvonne Y. Lee, Thomas P. Mazucco, David Onek, Vincent Pan

*Supervisor Eric Mar - Town Hall Meeting
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Neighborhood Center, 741 30th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Topics include how you can do sidewalk landscaping in front of your house, community challenge grants for street improvements, community gardens and Pavement to Parks. Adam Varat will provide details on the application process for these types of improvements.
Source and Information: richmondsfblog.com

From Stonewall to Gay Marriage
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Stonewall by attending discussion about the history and future of the struggle for LGBT liberation with Sherry Wolf and Tommi Avicolli Mecca. Host will be Rose Aguilar, host of KALW's Your Call.
$5 to $10. donation
Sponsored by Haymarket Books and City Lights
Information: haymarket@norcalsocialism.org

July 9, 2009 - Thursday

*Strategy for Sustainability Book Launch
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
5:30 to 10 p.m.
Where: Saatchi @ Saatchi S HQ - The Pie Factory, 501 York Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco launch of the new book by Adam Werbach, "Strategy for Sustainability". The event will be a benefit for the Village Bike Project.
Information: nvietor@satchis.com
Source: facebook.com

*Community Meeting on the future of St Luke's
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Precita Valley Community Center, 534 Precita Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisors David Campos and John Avalos in discussing Sutter Health/CPMC's plans for the future of St. Luke's Hospital. This meeting will include an explanation of Blue Ribbon Panel recommendations by panelists and information on the updated plan presented at a CPMC hosted community meeting held on June 23rd.

*Queer Community Conversation around Migrant Rights Work in the Bay Area
When: July 9, 2009 - Thursday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: el Centro del Pueblo, 474 Valencia Street @ 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Panel followed by group conversation with:
Heba Nimr
Cecilia Chung (TGLC)
Monica Enriquez-Enriquez
Carolina Morales (CUAV)
Ming Wong (BorderOUT)
Maria Poblet (St. Peter's Housing Committee)
source: facebook.com

July 10, 2009 - Friday

*Operation Shine- SF
When: July 10, 2009 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where:
5:30 LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market (at Laguna), San Francisco - March to Harvey Milk Plaza. Castro and Market. Speakers at 6 p.m.
What: Show your support for the Homeless Youth Pride Walk 2009.
Information: robert@onestruggleonefight.com

*La Mission Bohemia Project
When: July 10, 2009 - Friday
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Brava Theater, 2871 24th and York Street, San Francisco
What: Concert reunites local talents that have performed in the barrio for years and allow us to write another page of our life history. This thread of collective memories weaved through songs and words remind us why we have chosen to live in the Mission
Information: labohemia24@gmail.com

July 12, 2009 - Sunday

*Ice Cream Sunday Bike Ride
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
Noon
Where: Humphry Slocombe Ice Cream , 2790 Harrison Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition (SFBC) sponsors ice cream bike ride. Ride and sample at least 6 top-rated creameries across the city. 10 to 12 miles. Child riders (14 or younger) are discouraged, since this ride will require some skilled street riding. Bring a lock, water bottle and ice cream money.
Information: sfbike.org

*Chinese for Affirmative Action 40th Anniversary Reunion
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
1:30 p.m.
Where: Manilatown Heritage Foundation, 868 Kearny Street, San Francisco
What: After 40 years, CAA has touched many people's lives. Join us as we mingle, catch up and meet new faces from the CAA family.
Reunion Host Committee: (terrific list)
Brian Cheu, Diane Chin, David Chiu, Henry Der, Kathy Fong, Ricky Ho, Isabel Huie, Keith Kamisugi, Emily Leung, Russ Lowe, Steve Owyang, Hoi Poon, Lillian Sing, Julie Tang, Kathy Turner, Ling-chi Wang, Te Wang, Robin Wu
Information and RSVP 415-274-6750 caasf.org
Source: facebook.com

*Stern Grove - Joan Baez and Blame Sally
When: July 12, 2009 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: 19th Avenue & Sloat Avenue
What: Joan Baez and Blame Sally
Information: sterngrove.org



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Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Dueling Pianos with Fiona Ma






























































Attended fundraiser for Assemblyperson Fiona Ma at Foley's Tuesday night. Dueling pianos - sing along .

Eric Smith was there - newly announced candidate for Supervisor in District 10.

July 1, 2009

Bart Fair Increase - bart.gov

Muni Fair Increase - sfmta.com

Close the Loophole: Organizing and Leadership Meeting
When: July 1, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting and other community leaders and experts for an organizing and leadership meeting to Reform Proposition 13.

Mission Community Playground Meeting
When: July 1, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Mission Clubhouse, (19th Street and Linda/Valencia), San Francisco
What: Planning is getting underway to repair and restore Mission Playground. Discussion on how to use the park, what works well and what needs improvement.

Kevin Starr
When: July 1, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Hear author Kevin Starr talk about his book "Golden Dreams: California in an Age of Abundance 1950 to 1963.

Mission Neighborhood Resource Center
When: July 1, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: The Dark Room at Club Six, 60 6th Street
What: 7th Anniversary Celebration.
7 to 10 p.m.: Fito Reinoso
Comedians
Double Dutch
Silent Auction
Hot Fashion Sale
10 p.m. to 2 a.m. Sonny Smith
Pale Hoarse
D Hoarse
DJ Prime
Sliding Scale $10.-$20.
All proceeds benefit the Mission Neighborhood Resource Center and the Ladies Night Collaborative neighborhood drop-in programs serving homeless men and women in the Mission District.
Information: mnhc.org

July 2, 2009 - Thursday

Court hearing on the federal injunction against Prop 8
When: July 2, 2009 - Thursday
2 to 5 p.m.
Where: US District Courthouse, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Heard in front of the Honorable Vaughn R. Walker, United States District Court.
Information: kathrynwatson@hotmail.com

Let' Go Dance with Lavay Smith and Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers
When: July 2, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Jessie Square, 736 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Free.
Information: ybgf.org

July 3, 2009 - Friday

The 1934 San Francisco General Strike
When: July 3, 2009 - Friday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Marine Firemen's Hall, 240 2nd Street, San Francisco
What: Video: Harry Bridges, A Man and His Union. Speakers include Harvey Schwartz, Ralph Schoenman, Brad Weidemier, Akio Masuda, Cleophus Williams, Gifford Hartman, Clarence Thomas and Jack Heyman. Hosted by ILWU Local 34 and Local 10. Transport Workers Solidarity Committee
Information: sfgeneralstrike.org

July 4, 2009 - Saturday

Fillmore Jazz Festival
When: July 4, 2009 - Saturday and July 5, 2009 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: between Jackson and Eddy Street, San Francisco

Mime Troupe at Dolores Park - 12 Noon
Potrero Hill Democratic Club will be registering voters.

July 4, 2009 - Saturday

Fourth of July

July 5, 2009 - Sunday

Bloody Thursday 75th Anniversary Procession
When: July 5, 2009 - Sunday
9 a.m.
Where: Music Concourse - Steuart and Market Street, San Francisco
What: 7th anniversary of "Bloody Thursday" . hosted by BALMA, ILWU Local 10, 34, 91, 75 & ILWU Pensioners. (somber procession).
Information: laborfest.net

July 6, 2009 - Monday

The Lessons of the Past for the Struggles Today
When: July 5, 2009 - Sunday
9 to 5 p.m.
Where: ILWU 34 Hall, 801 Second Street, San Francisco
What: International Labor Conference. The labor conference will look at the use of policies such as deregulation, privatization and free trade agreement to attack working people on a global level. Hosted by ILWU Local 10 and Local 34.
Information: sfgeneralstrike.org

July 7, 2009 - Tuesday

Sunday Streets to Great Streets: Enrique Penalosa
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, Main Public Library, San Francisco
What: Host: Hosted by San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. Meet Enrique Penalosa, former Mayor of Bogota, Columbia and internationally-renowned innovator in the fields of transportation, housing and land use for large cities as he discusses how San Francisco can learn from international best practices in urban public space development. San Francisco's successful Sunday Streets program is based on Penalosa's "Ciclovia" system in Bogota.
Free.
Information: kitz@sfgreatstreets.org

LaborFest, a month-long festival commemorating the 1934 SF General Strike.
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, Audre Lorde Room, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion on the rich legacy of federal jobs programs for artists and writers such as WPA and the CETA program.
$5./$10.
Information: whatif@igc.org

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - National Health Care Reform
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion on National Health Care Reform. Linda Leu, organizer for Health Access and the Health Care for America Now campaign and a volunteer with Organizing for America will speak along with activist Don Bechler who is the chair of Single Payer Now. Justin Davis, M.D. is a Potrero Hill primary and urgent care physician. DeWitt Lacy, PHDC Vice-President/Political Action Chair will moderate.
Information: phdemclub.org

*Kevin Starr
When: July 7, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Books Inc., 601 Van Ness, San Francisco
What: Hear Kevin Starr discuss his book "Golden Dreams: California in an Age of Abundance 1950-1963".
Information: booksinc.net

July 8, 2009 - Wednesday

From Stonewall to Gay Marriage
When: July 8, 2009 - Wednesday
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Commemorate the 40th Anniversary of Stonewall by attending discussion about the history and future of the struggle for LGBT liberation with Sherry Wolf and Tommi Avicolli Mecca. Host will be Rose Aguilar, host of KALW's Your Call.
$5 to $10. donation
Sponsored by Haymarket Books and City Lights
Information: haymarket@norcalsocialism.org

Information:

Mission Community Council (MiCoCo) has moved:
Mission Community Council, 1850 Mission Street, San Francisco 94110
new phone: 415-487-3240 x 269 micocosf.org
An organization of Mission District community organizations, faith groups, neighborhood associations, and public departments that have united to promote the well-being of San Francisco Mission District.

Jerry Brown - Candidate for Governor: jerrybrown.org info@jerrybrown.org
Jerry Brown 2010,2633 Telegraph Avenue, # 406, Oakland, Ca. 94612

Gavin Newsom - Candidate for Governor: gavinnewsom.com - 4104 24th Street, #766, San Francisco 94114

Eric Smith - candidate for Supervisor in District 10 - Information: eric@ericsmith10.com

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Saturday, June 27, 2009

Gerry Adams "Our struggles are one"

































































































Attended Forum sponsored by Sinn Fein "A United Ireland: How Do we get there?".
Hosted by President of Sinn Fein, Gerry Adams.

Sinn Fein is dedicated to achieving an end to partition and the establishment of a united and free Ireland. Gerry Adams said that "people have good ideas/ but you have to "do something". "You have to act on your good idea". This forum is a part of the kick start to achieve a United Ireland. As in the past the United States Irish Americans are a major part in obtaining unification.

Speakers included:
Opening Remarks: Pat Uniack, San Francisco Gaelic Athletic Association
Gerry Adams - President Sinn Fein
Professor Ruan O'Donnell, Professor of History, Limerick University, Ireland
Robert Ballagh, renowned Irish Artist/Political Activist
Fionnula Flanagan, Actress/Political Activist
John Burton, Chairman California State Democratic Party
Suggestions/comments from registered organization moderated by Rita O'Hare, Sinn Fein U.S. Representative.

Contact Information:
Rita O'Hare
Sinn Fein Rep. to the United States
c/o Friends of Sinn Fein, 116 John Street, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10038 212-227-5937
fosfusa@earthlink.net aunitedireland.org

Pictures:
Gerry Adams
Eileen Kivlehand, John O'Riordan, Jeannie Maher - Irish American Democratic Club
John Burton, Chairman of the California Democratic Party
Fionnula Flanagan
Robert Ballagh, Jerry Adams, Pat Uniack


June 28, 2009 - Sunday

Alice Pride Breakfast
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
Doors open at 7:45 a.m. Program: 8:15 a.m.
Where: Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Annual pride breakfast featuring prominent political leaders, grassroots activists and members of Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club. $65. members, $90 for non-members $100 for Alice membership and breakfast ticket.

LGBT Pride Parade
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Starts at Market and 8th Street, San Francisco.
What: Parade (expecting 300,000 people).
Grand Marshals:
  • Cloris Leachman
  • Lt. Dan Choi
  • Milk Team: Bruce Cohen, Dan Nicoletta and Howard Rosenman
  • William Beasley
  • NAACP
  • Joe Hawkins
  • Molly McKay and Davina Kotulski
  • Shannon Minter
  • Andrea Shorter
  • Helen Zia
Information: sfpride.org

*Los Amigos Brunch Buffet
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Centro Latino de San Francisco, 1656 15th Street, San Francisco
What: Benefit for Centro Latino de SF Inc.'s Community Center. A time to get re-acquainted with old friends and make new friends. Enjoy international cuisine prepared by exceptional guest chefs. At this inaugural event also join us in celebrating the birthday of Ernest "Chuck" Ayala
Buffet Cost $25. per person. No host cocktails
Reservations: Gloria Bonilla bgclsf@hotmail.com

*Celebrate Pride with Assemblyman Tom Ammiano and Supervisor David Campos
When: June 28, 2009, Sunday
1 to 3 p.m.
Where: Assembly District Office, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, Suite 14300, San Francisco
RSVP quintin.mecke@asm.ca.gov

Broadcast Blues San Francisco Screening
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
4 to 6 p.m.
Where: Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th Street, San Francisco
What: How can we, the people, take back our public airwaves? Hosted by California Common film "Broadcast Blues" illustrates how the increasing concentration of media ownership and the decline of locally owned TV & radio are jeopardizing our news and information. Following the film there will be question and answers with Emmy Award winning filmmaker Sue Wilson. $12. at door.

Litquake - Lewis Black!
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
8 p.m.
Where: Herbst Theater, Van Ness & McAllister, San Francisco
What: Litquake presents comedian Lewis Black. Freewheeling onstage conversation with Marc Maron. They will gleefully dissect politics, religion and other American foolishness. Audience Q&A and book signing to follow. $25. general admission, $75 VIP reception.
Information: cityboxoffice.com

June 29, 2009 - Monday

Budget Vigil
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Because we need a balanced solution to the budget. Last opportunity to support the efforts of Supervisors to introduce balance in the cuts proposed in the Mayor's Budget so that all agencies shoulder their fair share enabling some restoration of funding for health and human service programs and others serving the City's most needy residents.
Information: robert.haaland@gmail.com

African American Democratic Club
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club and Restaurant, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Highlight of the meeting are updates on voter registration drive to churches in the African American community, eligible high school seniors and young adults and newly naturalized immigrants.
U.S. Census 2010 and what we need to know to get communities counted.
Information: aad2000@aol.com

Commonwealth Club - Newspapers are Dead. Now what?
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Phil Bronstein, Lowell Bergman an Eric Boehlert . Come listen to this panel of industry experts discuss what to expect next in the changing world of journalism. $18. non-members

A Special Event with Decorated Heroes Dan Choi and Anthony Woods
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Pisco Lounge, 1817 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join special guest Dan Choi to Support Anthony Woods for Congress. $50., $35. Young Professional
Information: catherinejane27@gmail.com

June 30, 2009 - Tuesday

40th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots

June 30th Newsom Circle Breakfast
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where: Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser to support Gavin Newsom. Co-hosted by Mayor Newsom's closest supporters, people who have been with him since the beginning of his campaign. $250.
Information: Tickets tr.im/ois8

*Stop Newsom Veto of Renter's Relief!
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Rally on City Hall steps in support of the Renter's Relief package.
Information: sara@hrcsf.org

Stop Environmental Racism in Bayview Hunters Point!
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
1 p.m.
Where: Meet at the front gate of the Shipyard Innes & Donahue Streets, San Francisco
What: Stop Lennar Corporation's work at the toxic contaminated Hunters Point Shipyard until the community is protected. No more toxic pollution of our community! Stop gentrification!
Sponsored: Stop Lennar Action Movement, Greenaction for Health & Environmental Justice, Huntersview Mothers Committee for Health and Environmental Justice, PODER, POWER, Chinese Progressive Association , Our City, San Francisco Green Party, West County Toxics Coalition
Information; greenaction.org

*Plan C 2009 Fundraiser
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Medjool Restaurant, 2522 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Plan C Annual Fundraiser. Supervisor Sean Elsbernd will discuss, among other topics, recent efforts to ease the backed up condo lottery - and to take your questions. Mayor Newsome is also schedule to join us.
$75 non-member, $75. member
Information: plancsf.org "The Moderate Voice of San Francisco"


Majority Whip Fiona Ma - Fundraiser
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Foley's, 243 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Fun evening of Dueling Pianos for a Fundraiser with Assembly Majority Whip Fiona Ma.
75., $100. or $200 per person. RSVP required clem@fionama.com

San Francisco History Association- Bernal Heights
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond, San Francisco
What: Guest speakers discuss Bernal Heights at the monthly meeting of the San Francisco History Association

July 1, 2009 - Wednesday

*Muni - Fare Increase
Cash Fares $2.
Fast Pass $55
Discounted Fast Pass for seniors, the disabled and youth will be $15.
Parking: Meter rates will go up 50 cents an hour and operate on all holidays except New Year's Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas
Information: sfmta.com

Bart - Fare Increase (they call it fare adjustment) (on strike?????)
6.1% increase. Increased lowest priced fare from $1.50 to $1.75 raised the surcharge on trips to and from SFO from $1.50 to $4.
Information: bart.gov

*Community meeting - Mission Playground
When: July 1, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Mission Clubhouse at Mission Playground, (19th Street and Linda/Valencia between 19th and 20th Street)
What: Help plan the park of your future. There will be a discussion regarding the goals of the Mission Playground renovation project and ask residents their thoughts about how you use the park, what works well and what needs improvement.
Information: meghan.tiernan@sfgov.org

*Close the Loophole: Organizing and Leadership meeting
When: July 1, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: SF LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting and other community leaders and experts for an organizing and leadership meeting to Reform Prop. 13.

July 2, 2009 - Thursday

*Court hearing on the federal injunction against Prop. 8
When: July 2, 2009 - Thursday (check to see if this hearing is still on)
2 to 5 p.m.
Where: US District Courthouse, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: join The Progressive Party is hoping to get seats to witness this event. Will be held before the Honorable Vaughn R. Walker. Plaintiffs respectfully request a preliminary injunction enjoining Defendants from enforcing Article 1, 7.5 of the California Constitution (Prop 8) insofar as it limits civil marriage in California to the union of a man and a woman, and prohibits two individuals of the same sex from getting married.
Information: kathrynwatson@hotmal.com

*Let's Go Dance with Lavay Smith & her Red Hot Skillet Lickers
When: July 2, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 7:30
Where: Jessie Square, 736 Mission Street, San Francisco (between Third and Fourth Street) San Francisco
What: Open-air dance party with the Queen of classic Jazz and Blues in the authentic style of the 1940's and 1959's. Free

July 4, 2009 - Saturday

*Fillmore Jazz Festival
When: July 4, 2009 - Saturday and July 5, 2009 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Information:

LaborFest - 75th Anniversary San Francisco General Strike Events - July-Events 2009 - 11 events!!!

"We Are" Portraits of San Francisco's Gay 80's by Lisa Kanemoto - Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of her book. Rayko Photo Center, 428 Third Street, San Francisco
raykopoto.com - through July 31st

Kai Stinchcombe for State Assembly - 21st District in 2010. Information: voteforkai.com
Kickoff Sunday, June 28th 4 to 6 p.m. at 401 Edgewood Road, Redwood City.
Information: haskell@stanford.edu

National Lawyers Guild - helped get the cases against May 26th arrestees dropped. They should be thanked. nlgsf.org

Rebecca Prozan - who served as an elected Obama delegate to last year's Democratic National Convention, is attending the first meeting of the Democratic Change Commission in Washington D.C., which is tasked with recommending changes to the Democratic Party's rules for the 2012 presidential nominating and delegate selection process. (she is doing a great job of twittering - telling us what and who she is seeing i.e. Bo!!!).

Please email any items or comments to lindapost2000@comcast.net I welcome everyone to send me information to be posted - as in the last election cycle I welcome all candidates for office to forward information.

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Wednesday, June 24, 2009

Jim Meko - Guardian to the neighborhood























































































Tuesday attended the Campaign Kickoff for Jim Meko for District 6 Supervisor which was held in Jim Meko's business at 366 Tenth Street.

Jim's loyal and well-respected supporters and friends spoke:

Gayle Rubin said he was the "guardian to the neighborhood". His issues of land use, zoning, his depth of knowledge, how he manages conflicts, how well informed he is".

Gerry Crowley talked about Jim being a friend, activist who will represent you.

Toby Levy talked about his leadership in SoMa Leadership Council. "He has an even voice, equal voice, rational voice".

Gayle Rubin talked about how he will be there for you, he is respected.

Jim Meko talked abut the issues of homelessness and smart growth. "People do good will".
His website says: "We're undergoing some of the most significant land use reform in the last 50 years. Quality of life issues, affronts to common decency and the abuse of social justice are all around us. The economic downturn has hurt everyone. We need someone who will represent this entire district and I believe that I am that person."

Meko is chair of the SoMa Leadership Council, he is on the San Francisco Entertainment Commission.

MekoUnites.com d6meko@comcast.net
364 Tenth Street, San Francisco, Ca. 94103
Voice: 624-4309

District Six encompasses parts North of Market, South of Market, Union Square, Lower Polk, Lower Nob Hill, Civic Center, parts of Financial District, Inner Mission, South Beach, Mission Bay, Yerba Buena Island, Treasure Island and Western Addition.

San Francisco Usual Suspects shows the following candidates who have declared in Distrct 6 - Matthew Drake, Jeff Gustavson, Elihu Hernanez, John Markham, Jim Meko, Mark Schwartz, David Villa-Lobos and Debra Walker. sfusualsuspects.com

Pictures:
Jim Meko
Gerry Crowley
Toby Levy
Gayle Rubin

June 24, 2009 - Wednesday

Majority Whip Fiona Ma
When: June 24, 2009
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Cocktail party. A conversation with Assemblywoman Majority Whip Fiona Ma. Hosted by Visa and Friends of Fiona. $200.
RSVP are required due to limited spaced: RSVP clem@fionama.com 415-572-0890

*International Human Rights Coalition - Free Laura Ling and Euna Lee
When: June 24, 2009 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m. (doors open at 5:30 p.m.)
Where: Morgan Auditorium, 491 Post Street (at Taylor) San Francisco
What: Community wide gathering to join the nation in solidarity for the release of Euna Lee and Laura Ling.
Sponsors: San Francisco Democratic Party, Asian Pacific Democratic Club, Westside Chinese Democratic Club, Chinese American Democratic Club, The Academy of Art University Alumni Association, K orean Student Association, Kappa Signa Fraternity, Epidemic - students and faculty, Asian American Journalists Association, Northern California Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists, Reporters Without Borders, Journalism & Women Symposium, Filipina Women's Network, Asian Law Caucus, Philippine American Press Club, SF Chapter of the National Federation of Filipino American Association (NAFFA), Friends of JROTC, SF Special Police Officers Association, Cathay Post 384 American Legion, United Humanitarian Mission AsianWeek and others.
Information; academyart.edu

Neighborhood "Town Hall"- State budget discussion with Leland Yee
When: June 24, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Station Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come tell your state legislators what you want to cut from the budget, and what to prioritize. State
Senator Leland Yee will listen and discuss the state budget crisis. Assembly Member Fiona Ma has also been invited.
Information: sharpsf.com shansenca@aol.com

June 25, 2009 - Thursday

Eastern Neighborhoods Friends - San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
Noon
Where: The Ramp Restaurant, 855 Terry Francois Street at Mariposa and Illinois, San Francisco
What: Informal fundraiser for San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera. Join District 10 Supervisor Sophie Maxwell, David Gavrich - San Francisco Bay Railroad; Dan Boardman - Bode Concrete; Tony Kelly - Thick Description; and Eastern Neighborhoods Friends.
Suggested Contribution: $24-$500.
Information: cityattorneyherrera@comcast.net

SPUR - The Progressive origins of Good Government
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Charter reform, civil service, and settlement houses are all part of the intriguing tale of how progressive reformers responded to big-city "bossism". Buck Delventhal, deputy city attorney for San Francisco and Phil Ginsburg, former director of the San Francisco Department of Human Resources, explore the origins and legacy of these turn-of-the-century reform efforts. $5. non-members
Information: spur.org

India Basin/Hunters Point Shoreline - Community Planning Workshop
When: June 26, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 7 p.m.
Where: Bayview Opera House, 4705 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Release India Basin Shoreline draft plan materials: a sub-area plan, design guidelines, a zoning proposal and an outline of the redevelopment plan amendment.

Five Years of All Over Coffee
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Exhibit which runs through August 23rd, features Paul Madonna's original pen ink drawings as well as displays of how the artistic process evolves from sketches.
Information: paulmadonna.com

N Judah Chronicles 4th Anniversary Party!
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Blackthorn Tavern, 834 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: 4th anniversary party!.
RSVP: gregdewar@gmail.com

Book Reception "Smash the Church, Smash the State!"
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: 625 Larkin Street, Suite 202, San Francisco
What: Radical Women will host a book reception for "Smash the Church, Smash the State" featuring Tommi Avicolli Mecca, Paola Bacchetta and other contributors.
Information: Merle woogok@comcast.net

June 26, 2009 - Friday

Bike to work with Supervisor Eric Mar
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 8:10 a.m.
Where: Velo Rouge Cafe, 798 Arguello Blvd., San Francisco
What: Supervisor Mar's monthly bike ride to work. Meet at Velo Rouge Cafe at 8 a.m. and head on down to City Hall.
Information: marstaff@sfgov.org

Decision Day: Double the Number of Bike Lanes
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: MTA Board's final vote on the SF Bike Plan. SFBC members are needed to testify publicly on why the want to see SF expand and complete the Citywide Bike Network.
Information and to RSVP: sfbike.org/26RSVP

*San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency - Board of Directors - Special Meeting
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
9 a.m.
Where: City, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Special Meeting. Includes approving San Francisco Bike Plan. Agenda is 21 pages long!
Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Rev. Dr. James McCray, Jr., Cameron Beach, Shirley Breyer Black, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Bruce Oka
Information: sfmta.com

State Senator Leland Yee
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
10 a.m.
Where: Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue, San Francisco
What: State Senator Leland Yee will be hosting a consumer educational event concerning commonly perpetrated scams and frauds.
Information: 415-557-7857

Ortega Library Groundbreaking Celebration
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Ortega Branch Library, 3223 Ortega Street, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom, Supervisor Carmen Cu in Ortega Library groundbreaking celebration.
Information: marian.ctaylor@friendssfpl.org sfpl.org

Recognition Event - SFRPD Commission, SFRPD, Local 261, Parks Trust
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: McLaren Lodge, GM's Office and Commission Meeting Roon, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: After many months of planning, coordination and effort the Recreation and Parks Department, the RPD Commission, the Laborers' International union, Local 261, and the San Francisco Parks Trust are having a reception and refreshments to recognize Park Department personnel and recipients of the William Hammond Hall Award during this first annual recognition reception.
Information: mail@vincecourtney.com

*San Francisco Trans March
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
3 to 7 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: Celebrating Trans Culture. Largest trans event in the world! March at 7 p.m to El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
Information: info@transmarch.org

Town Hall and Potluck with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
What: A community-wide call to action! Potluck dinner and open forum with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi. Ross will discuss the impact of budget cuts on Fillmore neighborhood services with an emphasis on ways we can address community issues and assist those in need by working with neighboring faith-based organizations. Question and answer session to follow. All are welcome.
Information: gmoskowitz@sherithisrael.org

SF Pride Fundraiser - Gavin Newsom
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Lime Restaurant, 2247 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Cocktail party benefiting San Francisco Mayor and California Gubernatorial Candidate Gavin Newsom. (couldn't find ticket price?)
Information: pbarry@gavinnewsom.com

June 27, 2009 - Saturday

Brothers for Change/Black Men on High Conference
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Conference on gang injunctions. Learn about new criminal justice laws hitting the Mission, Hunter's Point and Fillmore that target young African American and Latino men.
What are Gang injunctions? Everyone welcome. Continental Breakfast.
Information: rap4rights@aol.com

San Francisco Zoo turns 80!
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday and June 28, 2009 - Sunday
10 a.m.
Where: SF Zoo, 1 Zoo Rd., San Francisco
What: Celebrate 80th birthday. The Birthday Celebration and Fisher-Price Little People Musical Show are free with paid Zoo admission. 1920's nostalgic entertainment. Show at 11 a.m., 1:30 and 3 p.m.
Information: sfzoo.org

Maud's Reunion!
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Finnegan's Wake (the old Maud's), 937 Cole Street & Carl Street, San Francisco
What: 20th Anniversary of Maud's closing in 1989. To honor and remember Rikki Streicher and Maud's 23 year history and impact on the lesbian culture and politics of LGBT San Francisco.
Maud's Reunion Committee: Mandy Carter, Susan Fahey, Jewelle Gomez, Diane Sabin, Mary Sager, Joann Shirley, Jean Sompayrac and Mary Starvus.
Information: maudsreunion@gmail.com

LGBT Pride Celebration
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
What: LGBT Pride Celebration
Information: sfpride.org

Healthcare Organizing Kickoff for San Francisco
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Glide Church, 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Health Care Organizing kickoff. Mitch Katz, MD, Director of the Public Health Dept. for the County and City of San Francisco will be a speaker. John Arensmeyer, Founder and CEO of Small Business Majority and participant at President Obama's Healthcare Summitin Washington will speak.

Reunion of Stonewall/GLF 40.
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
3 to 5 p.m.
Where: GLBT Historical Society, 657 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Reunion of Stonewall/GLF 40. A gathering of Stonewall and gay liberation veterans and their friends.
Information: glbthistory.org

Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
2 to 4 p.m.
Where: St. Anne's Hall, Funston Avenue between Irving and Judah, San Francisco
What: Open Forum with Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams. " A United Ireland - How do we get there?". A town hall style open forum. He will be joined by a panel of internationally prominent Irish and Irish Americans from various labor, arts and political organizations. Event is sponsored by Sinn Fein.
Information: sffoui@gmail.com aunitedireland.org

*17th Annual SF Dyke March
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
3 p.m Rally and stage beings at 3 p.m.
7 p.m. March takes off.
Where: Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: Dykes gather at the Dyke March to celebrate their love and passion for women and all dykes.

*Paramedic-Firefighter Mike Estrada Fundraiser
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
9 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Where: Jelly's Dance Cafe @ Pier 50, 295 Terry Francois Blvd., San Francisco
What: Paramedic/Firefighter Mike Estrada received extensive injuries fighting a fire. He He faces a long, painful road to recovery. Let's hope that paying the bills is the last thing on his mind! Come out for a nice of friendship, dancing and benevolence in the name of our brother Estrada.
Information: dar4pr@rocketmail.com

June 28, 2009 - Sunday

Alice Pride Breakfast
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
Doors open at 7:45 a.m. Program: 8:15 a.m.
Where: Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Annual pride breakfast featuring prominent political leaders, grassroots activists and members of Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club. $65. members, $90 for non-members $100 for Alice membership and breakfast ticket.

LGBT Pride Parade
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Starts at Market and 8th Street, San Francisco.
What: Parade (expecting 300,000 people).
Grand Marshals:
  • Cloris Leachman
  • Lt. Dan Choi
  • Milk Team: Bruce Cohen, Dan Nicoletta and Howard Rosenman
  • William Beasley
  • NAACP
  • Joe Hawkins
  • Molly McKay and Davina Kotulski
  • Shannon Minter
  • Andrea Shorter
  • Helen Zia
Information: sfpride.org

Broadcast Blues San Francisco Screening
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
4 to 6 p.m.
Where: Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th Street, San Francisco
What: How can we, the people, take back our public airwaves? Hosted by California Common film "Broadcast Blues" illustrates how the increasing concentration of media ownership and the decline of locally owned TV & radio are jeopardizing our news and information. Following the film there will be question and answers with Emmy Award winning filmmaker Sue Wilson. $12. at door.

Litquake - Lewis Black!
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
8 p.m.
Where: Herbst Theater, Van Ness & McAllister, San Francisco
What: Litquake presents comedian Lewis Black. Freewheeling onstage conversation with Marc Maron. They will gleefully dissect politics, religion and other American foolishness. Audience Q&A and book signing to follow. $25. general admission, $75 VIP reception.
Information: cityboxoffice.com

June 29, 2009 - Monday

*Budget Vigil
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
5 p.m. to 12 a.m.
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Because we need a balanced solution to the budget. Last opportunity to support the efforts of Supervisors to introduce balance in the cuts proposed in the Mayor's Budget so that all agencies shoulder their fair share enabling some restoration of funding for health and human service programs and others serving the City's most needy residents.
Information: robert.haaland@gmail.com

*African American Democratic Club
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club and Restaurant, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Highlight of the meeting are updates on voter registration drive to churches in the African American community, eligible high school seniors and young adults and newly naturalized immigrants.
U.S. Census 2010 and what we need to know to get communities counted.
Information: aad2000@aol.com

*Commonwealth Club - Newspapers are Dead. Now what?
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Phil Bronstein, Lowell Bergman an Eric Boehlert . Come listen to this panel of industry experts discuss what to expect next in the changing world of journalism. $18. non-members

*A Special Event with Decorated Heroes Dan Choi and Anthony Woods
When: June 29, 2009 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Pisco Lounge, 1817 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join special guest Dan Choi to Support Anthony Woods for Congress. $50., $35. Young Professional
Information: catherinejane27@gmail.com

June 30, 2009 - Tuesday

40th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots

*June 30th Newsom Circle Breakfast
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Where: Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser to support Gavin Newsom. Co-hosted by Mayor Newsom's closest supporters, people who have been with him since the beginning of his campaign. $250.
Information: Tickets tr.im/ois8

*Stop Environmental Racism in Bayview Hunters Point!
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
1 p.m.
Where: Meet at the front gate of the Shipyard Innes & Donahue Streets, San Francisco
What: Stop Lennar Corporation's work at the toxic contaminated Hunters Point Shipyard until the community is protected. No more toxic pollution of our community! Stop gentrification!
Sponsored: Stop Lennar Action Movement, Greenaction for Health & Environmental Justice, Huntersview Mothers Committee for Health and Environmental Justice, PODER, POWER, Chinese Progressive Association , Our City, San Francisco Green Party, West County Toxics Coalition
Information; greenaction.org

*Majority Whip Fiona Ma - Fundraiser
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Foley's, 243 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Fun evening of Dueling Pianos for a Fundraiser with Assembly Majority Whip Fiona Ma.
75., $100. or $200 per person. RSVP required clem@fionama.com

*San Francisco History Association- Bernal Heights
When: June 30, 2009 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond, San Francisco
What: Guest speakers discuss Bernal Heights at the monthly meeting of the San Francisco History Association

Information:

National Equity March October 10 -11, 2009 -- Washington D.C. nationalequialitymarch.com
"Equal protection in all matters governed by civil law in all 50 states"

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - excellent summary including pictures of the history of Alice B. Toklas written by Nathan Purkiss for the period 1971-2005 alicebtoklas.org

Alliance for a Better District 6 - "San Francisco's downtown voice". Michael Nulty, Executive Director. allianceforbetterdistrict6.blogspot.com sf_district6@yahoo.com

Digital Advantage Insiders - new Social Networking company set up by Tony Fazio. Company is set up to help Democratic candidates and incumbents, unions, community groups and associations, Democratic Consultants understand and use the many different Social Networking tools available today.
Information: tfazio@winningdirecors.com 650-875-4000

Whitehurst Wines - John Whitehurst, partner in BMWL and Partners and Whitehurst Mosher Campaign Strategy and Media has his own wine website - check it out: whitehurstwines.com

Please email any items or comments to lindapost2000@comcast.net I welcome everyone to send me information to be posted - as in the last election cycle I welcome all candidates for office to forward information.

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Sunday, June 21, 2009

Harvey Milk Center Grand Reopening








Supervisor Befan Dufty - District 8
















Building facing park says" The American Dream
Starts with the Neighborhoods...."









Frank Robinson
Dan Nicoletta,
Supervisor Bevan Dufty
Allan Baird










Jared Blumenfeld - Acting Director of Rec & Park
Alex Randolph for Mayor Gavin Newsom



















































Harvey Milk would have loved the re-opening of the Harvey Milk Center for Recreational Arts held Saturday at Duboce Park.

Beautiful blue sky. Gorgeous three story building which includes photography center, music, costume and props room, practice room and basketball court.

Harvey's friends Frank Robinson ( his speech writer), Dan Nicoletta (photographer) and Allan Baird (retired President of Teamster Local 921) all talked about Harvey Milk being a neighborhood person who loved his District.

Supervisor Bevan Dufty, Friends of Duboce Park and the Rec and Park Department all should be thanked for this wonderful facility in honor of Harvey Milk.

A lovely park, a place for the kids and dogs! to play!

Harvey Milk Center for Recreational Arts, 50 Scott Street (at Duboce)

June 21, 2009 - Sunday

Happy Father's Day

Celebrate the Life and Work of Archie Green
When: June 21, 2009 - Sunday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: McKenna Theatre, Creative Arts Building, San Francisco State University, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco
What: A musical tribute with Hazel Dickens, Mike Seeger, Elaine Purkey. Hosted by the Labor Archives and Research Center
RSVP: Derek Green at derekgreen@att.net

Stern Grove - Roberta Flack - 2 p.m.
Information: sterngrove.org

Meet Debra Walker at Flytrap
When: June 21, 2009 - Sunday
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Where: Flytrap Restaurant, 606 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Special evening in support of Debra Walker - she is running for re-election to the San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee in June of 2010. Good food, good company Donation levels: $100. up.
Information: anneeagen@yahoo.com\\

June 22, 2009 - Monday

Ultimate Women's Power Lunch
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
11:30 a.m.
Where: Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Luncheon with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and Kathleen Sibelius, President Obama's Secretary of Health and Human Services will speak. $500.
Information: Lisa Presta 415-681-1049

Picket Line
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
11 a.m.
Where: Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco
What: Single Payer Now - picket line against Kathleen Sibelius - Health & Human Services Secretary who seems to think that there will not be single pay health insurance.
Information: singlepayernow.net

Elvis Costello
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
Noon
Where: Amoeba Music, Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Elvis Costello performs from new album "Secret, Profane & Sugarcane".
Information amoeba.com

Budget hearing - Stop the Budget Cuts
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
4 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Budget hearings.
Information: sfgov.org/BOS

First Lady Michelle Obama - in San Francisco
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
5 p.m.
Where: Moscone Center - 2009 National Conference on Volunteering and Service.

Friends of Gavin
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 111 Minna Gallery, San Francisco
What: Cocktails benefiting San Francisco Mayor & California Gubernatorial Candidate Gavin Newsom. $50.
Information: pbarry@gavinewsom.com

The Campaign Documentary in progress about Prop. 8
When: June 22, 2009 - Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where: The Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Award-winning director and cinematographer Christie Herring presents a sneak preview of her documentary-in-progress, THE CAMPAIGN, and activists from "No on 8" and beyond discuss the state of the movement for marriage equality today. Free.

June 23, 2009 - Tuesday

New Leaders Council Courage Awards Luncheon
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: O'Melveny & Myers, LLP, Two Embarcadero, 28th Floor, Sacramento Street and Davis Street, San Francisco
What: Join New Leaders Council (NLC) National Chairman, and Air America Founding CEO, Mark Walsh, for a reception fundraiser honoring San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera and Deputy City Attorney Therese Stewart for their courage in the fight for marriage equality.
Host Committee: Josh Klipp, DeWitt Lacy, Steve Ngo, Rebecca Prozan, Charles Sheehan, Laura Spanjain, Scott Wiener
$50. Food and beverage will be served. Purchase tickets online newleaderscouncil.org and clicking the link for "San Francisco Luncheon"
NLC provides the top-tier of emerging progressive leaders with a rigorous 5-month leadership training program that focuses on entrepreneurship, communications and public speaking skills, fundraising, campaign work, new and traditional media, and personal values in order to mold "political entrepreneurs".

Rally for "Renter's Relief" & Testify at Board Meeting
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
1 to 4 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Renters Economic Relief Package is at the Board of Supervisors.
Information: Housing Rights Committee of San Francisco sara@hrcsf.org

Board of Supervisors Meeting
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
2 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
  • Renter's Relief Items
  • Urging the United States Department of Justice to withdraw its support of the Defense of Marriage Act
  • Expressing support for the people of Iran who act in good faith to secure their democratic rights to transparent self governance
Information: sfgov.org/bos

Annual City Hall LGBT Pride Flag Raising
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Kick-off pride week at City Hall. Join Mayor Gavin Newsom and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Celebration Committee at the annual Pride Flag raising at City Hall. The flag raising will be followed by a a reception at 5:30 on the Mayor's Balcony inside the City Hall Rotunda. Event is open to the public. Host: Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services

*Engaging North Korea: Human Rights, Nukes and Peace in the Obama Era
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral, Chapel of Grace, 1100 California, San Francisco
What: Hear two foremost international scholars on North Korea. Co-sponsored by Grace Cathedral and the Korea Policy Institute, the forum brings Dr. Shuh Bohyuk and Dr. Hazel Smith to discuss a fresh perspective that situates North Korea's recent nuclear test and its human rights record within a critical historical, geopolitical and on-the-ground framework.
Information: christinehn@mac.com

An Industrial Strength Campaign Kickoff - Jim Meko for District 6 Supervisor
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: 366 10th Street (between Folsom and Harrison Street) San Francisco
What: The campaign to elect Jim Meko District 6 Supervisor begins.
Punch your timecard, pull up a stool and grab a beer (or have a glass of wine) amidst the blue collar splendor that I call home. We're counting on people to propel this effort all the way to city all. We can't do it without you.
Information: MekoUnites.com d6meko@comcast.net 415-624-4309 364 10th Street, San Francisco

New Leaders Council featuring Mark Walsh
When: June 23, 2009 - Tuesday
7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Orson's Lounge & Bar, 508 4th Street, San Francisco
What: Join the New Leaders Council, Mark Walsh, NLC Chair and Founding CEO of Air America and San Francisco Treasurer Jose Cisneros as we celebrate annual "40 under 40" awards and recognize emerging progressive leaders in our community making a difference.
Host Committee: Zach Austin, Jonathan Axelrad, Chris Balme, Adam Borelli, Susan Boreliz, Zach Blume, Scott Bryan, Nara Dahlbacka, Josh Daniels, Chris Fadeff, Summer Graham, Chris Cassidy, Denise Heitzenroder, Albert Hwu, Owen Jackman, Courtney Mayeda, Julie Lein, Seema Kareemi, Robby Kaufman, Luke Klipp, Ryan Miccio, Andrea Olson, Josh Pasek, Chris Roberts, Mara Sohn, Nadir Vissanjy, Michelle Wasserman, Ken Wun, Julie Lind, Tyler Willis, Teal Pennebaker, Reeta Sharma
$25. at door.
Information: lklipp@newleaderscouncil.org

June 24, 2009 - Wednesday

San Francisco Labor Council Breakfast - Supervisor Sophie Maxwell
When: June 24, 2009 - Wednesday
8 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come hear Supervisor Sophie Maxwell at SFLC's monthly breakfast meeting. $25.
RSVP: Emily Nelson 415-440-4809

Majority Whip Fiona Ma
When: June 24, 2009
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Cocktail party. A conversation with Assemblywoman Majority Whip Fiona Ma. Hosted by Visa and Friends of Fiona. $200.
RSVP are required due to limited spaced: RSVP clem@fionama.com 415-572-0890

International Human Rights Coalition - Free Laura Ling and Euna Lee
When: June 24, 2009 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Morgan Auditorium, 491 Post Street (at Taylor) San Francisco
What: The students, alumni and faculty of the Academy of Art University along with the Korean Student Association, AsianWeek and other San Francisco Bay Area community organizations are uniting to support the release of Euna Lee and Laura Ling. Euna Lee is a alumna of the Academy of Art University and earned a Bachelors of Fine Arts in 2001 from the Academy's School of Motion Pictures and Television department. Open to everyone.
Information; academyart.edu

Neighborhood "Town Hall"- State budget discussion with Leland Yee
When: June 24, 2009 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Station Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come tell your state legislators what you want to cut from the budget, and what to prioritize. State
Senator Leland Yee will listen and discuss the state budget crisis. Assembly Member Fiona Ma has also been invited.
Information: sharpsf.com shansenca@aol.com

June 25, 2009 - Thursday

Eastern Neighborhoods Friends - San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
Noon
Where: The Ramp Restaurant, 855 Terry Francois Street at Mariposa and Illinois, San Francisco
What: Informal fundraiser for San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera. Join District 10 Supervisor Sophie Maxwell, David Gavrich - San Francisco Bay Railroad; Dan Boardman - Bode Concrete; Tony Kelly - Thick Description; and Eastern Neighborhoods Friends.
Suggested Contribution: $24-$500.
Information: cityattorneyherrera@comcast.net


SPUR - The Progressive origins of Good Government
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Charter reform, civil service, and settlement houses are all part of the intriguing tale of how progressive reformers responded to big-city "bossism". Buck Delventhal, deputy city attorney for San Francisco and Phil Ginsburg, former director of the San Francisco Department of Human Resources, explore the origins and legacy of these turn-of-the-century reform efforts. $5. non-members
Information: spur.org

India Basin/Hunters Point Shoreline - Community Planning Workshop
When: June 26, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 7 p.m.
Where: Bayview Opera House, 4705 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Release India Basin Shoreline draft plan materials: a sub-area plan, design guidelines, a zoning proposal and an outline of the redevelopment plan amendment.

Five Years of All Over Coffee
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Exhibit which runs through August 23rd, features Paul Madonna's original pen ink drawings as well as displays of how the artistic process evolves from sketches.
Information: paulmadonna.com

N Judah Chronicles 4th Anniversary Party!
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Blackthorn Tavern, 834 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: 4th anniversary party!.
RSVP: gregdewar@gmail.com

Book Reception "Smash the Church, Smash the State!"
When: June 25, 2009 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: 625 Larkin Street, Suite 202, San Francisco
What: Radical Women will host a book reception for "Smash the Church, Smash the State" featuring Tommi Avicolli Mecca, Paola Bacchetta and other contributors.
Information: Merle woogok@comcast.net

June 26, 2009 - Friday

Bike to work with Supervisor Eric Mar
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
8:00 a.m. to 8:10 a.m.
Where: Velo Rouge Cafe, 798 Arguello Blvd., San Francisco
What: Supervisor Mar's monthly bike ride to work. Meet at Velo Rouge Cafe at 8 a.m. and head on down to City Hall.
Information: marstaff@sfgov.org

Decision Day: Double the Number of Bike Lanes
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: MTA Board's final vote on the SF Bike Plan. SFBC members are needed to testify publicly on why the want to see SF expand and complete the Citywide Bike Network.
Information and to RSVP: sfbike.org/26RSVP

State Senator Leland Yee
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
10 a.m.
Where: Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue, San Francisco
What: State Senator Leland Yee will be hosting a consumer educational event concerning commonly perpetrated scams and frauds.
Information: 415-557-7857

Ortega Library Groundbreaking Celebration
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
1 to 4 p.m.
Where: Ortega Branch Library, 3223 Ortega Street, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom, Supervisor Carmen Cu in Ortega Library groundbreaking celebration.
Information: marian.ctaylor@friendssfpl.org sfpl.org

Recognition Event - SFRPD Commission, SFRPD, Local 261, Parks Trust
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: McLaren Lodge, GM's Office and Commission Meeting Roon, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: After many months of planning, coordination and effort the Recreation and Parks Department, the RPD Commission, the Laborers' International union, Local 261, and the San Francisco Parks Trust are having a reception and refreshments to recognize Park Department personnel and recipients of the William Hammond Hall Award during this first annual recognition reception.
Information: mail@vincecourtney.com

Town Hall and Potluck with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Congregation Sherith Israel, 2266 California Street, San Francisco
What: A community-wide call to action! Potluck dinner and open forum with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi. Ross will discuss the impact of budget cuts on Fillmore neighborhood services with an emphasis on ways we can address community issues and assist those in need by working with neighboring faith-based organizations. Question and answer session to follow. All are welcome.
Information: gmoskowitz@sherithisrael.org

SF Pride Fundraiser - Gavin Newsom
When: June 26, 2009 - Friday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Lime Restaurant, 2247 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Cocktail party benefiting San Francisco Mayor and California Gubernatorial Candidate Gavin Newsom. (couldn't find ticket price?)
Information: pbarry@gavinnewsom.com

June 27, 2009 - Saturday

*Brothers for Change/Black Men on High Conference
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Conference on gang injunctions. Learn about new criminal justice laws hitting the Mission, Hunter's Point and Fillmore that target young African American and Latino men.
What are Gang injunctions? Everyone welcome. Continental Breakfast.
Information: rap4rights@aol.com

*San Francisco Zoo turns 80!
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday and June 28, 2009 - Sunday
10 a.m.
Where: SF Zoo, 1 Zoo Rd., San Francisco
What: Celebrate 80th birthday. The Birthday Celebration and Fisher-Price Little People Musical Show are free with paid Zoo admission. 1920's nostalgic entertainment. Show at 11 a.m., 1:30 and 3 p.m.
Information: sfzoo.org

*Maud's Reunion!
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Finnegan's Wake (the old Maud's), 937 Cole Street & Carl Street, San Francisco
What: 20th Anniversary of Maud's closing in 1989. To honor and remember Rikki Streicher and Maud's 23 year history and impact on the lesbian culture and politics of LGBT San Francisco.
Maud's Reunion Committee: Mandy Carter, Susan Fahey, Jewelle Gomez, Diane Sabin, Mary Sager, Joann Shirley, Jean Sompayrac and Mary Starvus.
Information: maudsreunion@gmail.com

*LGBT Pride Celebration
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
Noon to 6 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
What: LGBT Pride Celebration
Information: sfpride.org

*Healthcare Organizing Kickoff for San Francisco
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Glide Church, 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Health Care Organizing kickoff. Mitch Katz, MD, Director of the Public Health Dept. for the County and City of San Francisco will be a speaker. John Arensmeyer, Founder and CEO of Small Business Majority and participant at President Obama's Healthcare Summitin Washington will speak.

* Reunion of Stonewall/GLF 40.
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
3 to 5 p.m.
Where: GLBT Historical Society, 657 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Reunion of Stonewall/GLF 40. A gathering of Stonewall and gay liberation veterans and their friends.
Information: glbthistory.org

*Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams
When: June 27, 2009 - Saturday
2 to 4 p.m.
Where: St. Anne's Hall, Funston Avenue between Irving and Judah, San Francisco
What: Open Forum with Sinn Fein President Gerry Adams. " A United Ireland - How do we get there?". A town hall style open forum. He will be joined by a panel of internationally prominent Irish and Irish Americans from various labor, arts and political organizations. Event is sponsored by Sinn Fein.
Information: sffoui@gmail.com aunitedireland.org

June 28, 2009 - Sunday

*Alice Pride Breakfast
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
Doors open at 7:45 a.m. Program: 8:15 a.m.
Where: Palace Hotel, 2 New Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Annual pride breakfast featuring prominent political leaders, grassroots activists and members of Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club. $65. members, $90 for non-members $100 for Alice membership and breakfast ticket.

*LGBT Pride Parade
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Starts at Market and 8th Street, San Francisco.
What: Parade (expecting 300,000 people).
Grand Marshals:
  • Cloris Leachman
  • Lt. Dan Choi
  • Milk Team: Bruce Cohen, Dan Nicoletta and Howard Rosenman
  • William Beasley
  • NAACP
  • Joe Hawkins
  • Molly McKay and Davina Kotulski
  • Shannon Minter
  • Andrea Shorter
  • Helen Zia
Information: sfpride.org

*Broadcast Blues San Francisco Screening
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
4 to 6 p.m.
Where: Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th Street, San Francisco
What: How can we, the people, take back our public airwaves? Hosted by California Common film "Broadcast Blues" illustrates how the increasing concentration of media ownership and the decline of locally owned TV & radio are jeopardizing our news and information. Following the film there will be question and answers with Emmy Award winning filmmaker Sue Wilson. $12. at door.

*Litquake - Lewis Black!
When: June 28, 2009 - Sunday
8 p.m.
Where: Herbst Theater, Van Ness & McAllister, San Francisco
What: Litquake presents comedian Lewis Black. Freewheeling onstage conversation with Marc Maron. They will gleefully dissect politics, religion and other American foolishness. Audience Q&A and book signing to follow. $25. general admission, $75 VIP reception.
Information: cityboxoffice.com

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