"Making Our Dreams Come True"

A nice day. Watching to City Hall ceremony on tv I was transfixed by the emotion on tv, including the remarks by City Attorney Dennis Herrera and Mayor Gavin Newsom. This is truly a San Francisco moment.
Went down to the San Francisco Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Center - huge crowd - couldn't get into the ceremony - but heard the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus sing"Making our Dreams Come True" from the Laverne and Shirley Show:

"Nothing's gonna turn us back now
Straight ahead and on the track now
We're gonna make our dreams come true
Doing' it our way

There is nothing we won't try
Never heard the word "impossible"
This time, there's no stopping us
We're gonna make it"

Lyrics by Norman Gimbel and Charles Fox and originally sung Cyndi Grecco.

City Attorney Dennis Herrera , District Attorney Kamala Harris and Assemblyman Mark Leno were in attendance.

Someone gave me a free rainbow popsicle! I talked to someone who had just gotten a marriage proposal - ( by email!) he was sort of in shock... Great day!


May 16, 2008 - Friday

Extension East of the West
When: May 16, 2008 - Friday
5 to 8 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi's Office, Room 244, San Francisco
What: Opening reception of Supervisor Mikarimi's Third Friday Art Reception. Free.
Information: 415-864-4126 or info@apicullturalcenter.org www.apiculturalcenter.org

*James Frey
When: May 16, 2008 - Friday
7 p.m.
Where: Slims, 333 11th Street, San Francisco
What: Hear James Frey discuss his new novel "Bright Shiny Morning" (I saw a great review on this book). Other guests Josh Kilmer-Purcell, Stephen Elliott, pictures by Terry Richardson and a musical performance by 3rdrail. Free
Information: www.slims.sf.com
Source: funcheapsf.com

Yes on F
When: May 16, 2008 - Friday
5:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: Balazo Gallery, 2183 Mission Street, San Francisco, Ca.
What: Fundraiser. $20+
Information: Jaron Browne at POWER at 864-8372 x 303 jaron@peopleorganized.org

Follies
When: May 16, 2008 - Friday
8 p.m.
Where: Paramount Theatre, Oakland - 21st Street at Broadway, Oakland
What: Follies in Concert presented by Oakland East Bay Symphony. Guest Stars: Rita Moreno, Val Diamond, Sharon McNight, Sheri Greenawald, Melody Moore and Trente Morant. Singers and dancers from Berkeley Broadway Singers, Oakland Ballet and the Golden Follies Tickets $25 to $70. www.oebs.org 510-625-TIXS

May 17, 2008 Saturday

Bernal Heights Community Congress
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
9:30 to 1 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights Neigborhood Center, 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join neighbors to discuss important issues facing the neighborhood. Elected officials will come to answer questions and talk about how they will work to address our concerns. Candidates for the Neighborhood Center's board of directors will also address the group, and then BHNC members can cast their votes for the new board members. Everyone is welcomed. Childcare, breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Information: infobhnc.org www.bhnc.org 415-206-2140


Prop A - Precinct Walkers
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
9:30 a.m.
Where: Civic Center Secondary, Golden Gate between Gough and Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Talk to voters about Prop A. Pick up precinct maps and materials. Focusing on Districts 2, 4 and 7.
Information: kpulaski.schools@whitehurstcampaigns.org

Training to Win 2008
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
9:30 to 3 p.m.
Where:SEIU-UHW/500 Thomas L. Berkley Way (20th Street) Oakland (between Telegraph and San Pablo; near 19th Street BART)
What: Training for blue county activists who want to work in red counties in California and in swing states for the 2008 election. Features Katherine Forrest's workshop "Talking Politics". Further sharpen your canvassing and phone banking skills in breakout groups. Lunch included $25. or $15 low income/seniors)
Information: Mary Renaud, maryre@comcast.net 415-460-1571
Source: San Francisco for Democracy sf4dem.com

A La Carte and Art
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday and May 18, 2008 Sunday
10 am to 6 p.m.
Where: Castro Street, Mountain View
What: Moveable feast of people, music, arts and farmers market
Information: www.miramarevents.com

McKinley Elementary School 100 year Anniversary
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to noon.
Where: McKinley School , 1025 14th Street, San Francisco
What: Come celebrate the 100th year anniversary. There will be a dedication of the new 14th Street Mural, dedication of new Native Plant garden and a pen House for Alumni and Community Neighbors.
Information: mckinleyschool.org 415-241-6300

SS Jeremiah O'Brien - 65th Anniversary Year
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: San Francisco's Pier 45.
What: Annual tradition since 1980. S.S. Jeremiah O'Brien pays tribute to our nation's veterans. Complete with a Color Guard and wreath tributes, the cruise celebrates Maritime Day. Includes continental breakfast, catered lunch and the Natural Gas Band. One of the world's last fully-functional WWII Liberty Ships. Expert commentary and guidance from the Captain and Pilot. Vintage engine room tours. Tours and commentary from all-volunteer crew. A veteran of D-Day. $150 per person. Contact:events@davidperry.com 415-693-0583
Information: www.ssjeremiahobrien.org

NOPNA (North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association)Block Party
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Grove and Lyon Street, San Francisco
What: Kids activities, live music, great food and acrobatic performances.
Information: leelagill@yahoo.com

Mission Bazaar
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday and May 18, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: The Armory, 1800 Mission Street (at 14th Street) San Francisco
What: Shopping spectacle combining arts and craft and performance and music event. Inside the 40,000 square foot drill court of the Historic Armory over 200 artisans exhibit their designed creative products and accessories. 20 hours of live performances by singers, musicians, circus and dance acts. $5.
Information: www.missionbazaar.com
Source: funcheapsf.com

Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Mission YMCA, 4080 Mission Street (at Bosworth Street), San Francisco
What: TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com

No on 98
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
11 a.m.
Where: Washington Square Park, (Union and Columbus) San Francisco
What: Walk door to door with precinct maps.
Information: ted@sftu.org

4th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
11 to 6 p.m.
Where: Japan Town, San Francisco
What: Performing live on stage and offering huge selection of arts and crafts. Organized by The AsianWeek Foundation. Free.
Information: asianfairsf.com
Source: www.yelp.com

9th Annual San Francisco Oyster and Beer Fest
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday Noon to 7 p.m. and Sunday May 18, 2008 Noon to 7 p.m.
Where: Great Meadow Fort Mason Center, MacArthur Avenue, San Francisco.
What: San Francisco Oyster and Beer Fest. Performances on Saturday by The Dropkick Murphys, Juliette Lewis and the Licks, Yard Dogs Road Show, Eoin Harrington - Sunday She and Him, Mother Hips, Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express Wishpertown 2000. Shuck and Suck Competition, Oyster History Exhibition and Oyster Cooking Demonstrations.
Ticketing: One day tickets $20 $5. spear reserve; Two day Tickets $35. $80 special reserve.
Information: SFoysterfest@gmail.com

Cow Hollow Armchair Walk and History Slide Show
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
3 to 4 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Valley Library - Meeting Room, 1801 Green Street (at Octavia). San Francisco
What: Armchair walk and history slideshow through Cow Hollow with City Guides Gail MacGowan and Donald Andreini. Part of the Golden Gate Valley Branch's 91st anniversary celebration. Library sponsored public program
Information: 415-355-5666

* Gavin Newsom and Leon Panetta -Monterey County Dems First Annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
6:15 to 9:30 p.m.
Where:Hyatt Regency Monterey, Monterey, Ca.
What: Mayor Gavin Newsom and former White House Chief of Staff Leon Panetta are featured speakers at First Annual Jefferson Jackson Dinner of the Monterey County Democratic Party. $99
Information: 831-277-4726 vinz.koller@montreycountydemocrats.org www.montereycountydemocrats.org
Source: California Democratic Party www.cadem.org

* Dolores Park - Wizard of Oz.
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
8 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: "Film Night in the Park" Wizard of Oz. $6. suggested donation
Information: www.filmnight.org
Source: sf.funcheap.com



The Impeachment Trial of George W. Bush and Richard B. Cheney
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
8 p.m.
Where: International Studies Academy Theater, 655 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: When Chief Justice John Roberts calls the Senate to order, the struggle over words of the Constitution is engaged. Co-written by impeachment scholar Bruce Fein and led by director Ray Whelan. Shirley Golub, who is challenging Nancy Pelosi for the Democratic Congressional nomination in the 8th district is sponsoring the stage play to mobilize public discourse.
Information: Advance Tickets: www.impeachplay.com
Source: www.shirley08.com media@shirley08.c0m

May 18, 2008 - Sunday

Bay to Breakers
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
8 a.m.
Where: Begins at Howard and Main Street, San Francisco
Information: www.baytobreakers.com

*Footstock: Post Bay-to-Breakers concert and costume contest
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Park - Polo Field
What: Awards ceremony at 10 a.m. Live music from The Last Goodnight and the Crazies will Destroy You. Results from the costume contest, food and beer gardens Free
Information: www.ingbaytobreakers.com
Source: funcheapsf.com


State Senator Leland Yee
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
9 a.m.
Where: Armenian-American Day School, 825 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, Ca.
What: Join State Senator Leland Yee for the Annual Community Breakfast. All residents are invited
Information: adam.keigwin@sen.ca.gov.

NOPNA Bay to Breakers Party (North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association)
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Fell at Baker
What: Watch the Bay to Breakers Party - South side of Fell at Baker. Live music played. Cheer the Bay to Breakers runners.
Information: leelagill@yahoo.com

Tom Ammiano for Assembly
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: 341 Douglass Street, San Francisco (between 19th and 20th Streets)
What: Join Dennis, Rick and Erich to a Garden Party and Fundraiser for Tom Ammiano. $25
Information: tomammiano.com 415-665-5417

Simone Corday: 9 1/2 Years Behind the Green Door
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Beat Museum, 540 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Simone Corday who wrote the book "91/2 Years Behind the Green Door: A Mitchell Brothers Stripper remembers her lover Artie Mitchell, Hunter S. Thompson, and the Killing that Rocked San Francisco" (book is listed on Amazon) Behind the scenes at the Mitchell Brothers O'Farrell Theater. Simone Corday danced at the O'Farrell and was girlfriend of the late Artie Mitchell for nearly a decade.
Information: kerouac.com@gmail.com thebeatmuseum.org

Follies
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: Paramount Theatre, Oakland - 21st Street at Broadway, Oakland
What: Follies in Concert presented by Oakland East Bay Symphony. Guest Stars: Rita Moreno, Val Diamond, Sharon McNight, Sheri Greenawald, Melody Moore and Trente Morant. Singers and dancers from Berkeley Broadway Singers, Oakland Ballet and the Golden Follies Tickets $25 to $70. www.oebs.org 510-625-TIXS

May 19, 2008 - Monday

Last Day to Register for June 3rd Election

San Francisco Youth Vote
When: May 19, 2008 - Monday
What: Youth Vote is an election/civic engagement project, which gives high school students an opportunity to voice their opinions about current youth issues, ballot measures and candidates up for election
Information: www.sfgov.org/youthvote
Source: sffreedomschool.blogspot.com

Arianna Huffington: Right is Wrong
When: May 19, 2008 Monday
11 a.m. check in Program noon 1 p.m book signing
Where: Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Right is Wrong - How the Lunatic Fringe Hijacked America, Shredded the Constitution and Made us all Less Safe. "Commonwealth Club $30 non-members
Information: commonwealthclub.org 415-597-6700

*Police Commission and Board of Supervisors - Public Safety Committee Joint meeting
When: May 19, 2008 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Board of Supervisors Chambers, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Joint meeting with Board of Supervisors To hear about the results of the Police District Boundary Study
Information: 415-553-0123

New Mission Terrace Improvement Association
When: May 19, 2008 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: Ingleside Police Station Community Room, #1 Sergent John V. Young Drive, San Francisco
What: Meeting - June election - candidates and speakers for and against ballot initiatives are invited to attend and present their positions.
Information: www.nmtia.org nmtia@nmtia.org

May 20, 2008 - Tuesday

*Kentucky and Oregon Primaries

SF Gray Panthers - 2008: Immigration and Labor
When: May 20, 2008 -Tuesday
12:30 to 3:30
Where: Fireside Room, Unitarian-Universalist Center, 1187 Franklin Street between O'Farrell and Geary
What: Brian Cruz immigrant rights and labor activist will speak.
Information: graypantherssf.igc.org 415-552-8800


SPUR - Ballots and Brews
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 312 Sutter Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco
What: Join SPUR's Young Urbanists for an informal gathering where they will explain what's on the ballot for June's election and what it means for San Francisco and the state. You will hear the inside story from Economic Policy Director Egon Terplan and political analyst David Latterman. BYOB: Bring your own ballot and we will provide wine and beer, snacks and political insight RSVP: events@spur.org
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726

Red Hill Books Takes the Initiative to Save Rent Control
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: Red Hill Books, 401 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Free concert and reading: Stephen Elliot, Katie Crouch, Richard Loranger, Alvin Orloff, Andrew Foster Altschul. Live music performed by members of Camper Van Beethoven, Mushroom, The Sippy Cups and Cracker, Jonathan Segel, Victor Krummenacher and Allison Faith Levy
Information: redhillattentionspan@yahoo.com Tina 415-648-5331

Asian Pacific American Heritage Video
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Documentary video "Celebrate Heritage, Celebrate Unity" produced by SFGTV in partnershp with the APA Heritage Celebration Committe. The video documents three significant historical events in San Francisco that galvanized the Asian Pacific American
community:
The Third World Student Strike at San Francisco State University - 1968 - resulted in the establishment of a College of Ethnic Studies program.
Lau v. Nichols. Parents of Chinese-speaking students in San Francisco brought legal action against the San Francisco Unified School District, challenging the District to provide adequate language access to education. The law suit led to the development of bilingual and English language development programs.
International Hotel Eviction Protect. Galvanized housing activists. The I-Hotel protest was remembered as a significant event that inspired activism and unity within the Asian Pacific American community
Unifying Community through art and music. Kearny Street Workshop (KSW) was established.
Speakers and community reception after words.
Information: 415-557-4277

Michael Chabon
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Bookshop West Portal, 80 West Portal Avenue, San Francisco
What: Author Michael Chabon will speak regarding his book "The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay".
Information: 415-564-8080

"Hallelujah! I'm a Bum!
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
7 to 8 p.m.
Where: West Portal Library, 190 Lenox Way at Ulloa, San Francisco
What: Richard Wahlberg brings original 78 rpm records from his music archives to capture the spirit of 1930s. This is part of the celebration of the WPA. West Portal Library is on of the three WPA branch libraries in San Francisco.
Information: 415-355-2848


Noe - and Nearby - Poets
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Noe Valley/Sally Brunn Branch Library, 451 Jersey Street, San Francisco
What: Litquake and the San Francisco Library are joining forces to host a bi-monthly series of events in branches throughout the City. Event features poets who live in Noe Valley and nearby neighborhoods. Debbie Yee, Keith Ekiss, Pireeni Sundaralingam and Colm O Riain, Kirsten Lee Andersen and Zack Rogow will read from their work and join the audience for a reception afterwards. Space is limited. Call 355-5707 to reserve a spot at the event.

Eleanor Coppola at Tosca Cafe
When: May 20, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Tosca Cafe, 242 Columbus Avenue (across from City Lights) San Francisco
What: Nan A. Talese, Tosca Cafe and City Lights present a reception and book release party for Eleanor Coppola "Notes on a Life".
Information: www.citylights.com 415-362-8193

May 21, 2008 - Wednesday

Michael Chabon
When: May 21, 2008 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Stacey's, 581 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Michael Chabon will speak about his paperback release"The Yiddish Policeman's Union".
Information: www.staceys.com

SPUR - Women in Public Office
When: May 21, 2008 - Wednesday
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, San Francisco
What: Join District Attorney Kamala Harris, Supervisor Carmen Chu, Christine Pelosi and Alix Rosenthal discuss the status of women in politics. Meeting will be moderated by Katherine Corcoran. $5. non-members
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726

San Francisco Tomorrow Annual Awards Dinner
When: May 21, 2008 - Wednesday
5:30 - Dinner 7 p.m.
Where: Castagnola's, 286 Jefferson Street, Fisherman's Wharf
What: Honoring Harold Gilliam - environmental columnist for the San Francisco Chronicle for over 34 years; Kathy Devincenzi - environmental attorney; Brent Plater -Director of the GGNRA's Endangered Species Big Year. Tributes by David Lewis, Executive Director, Save the Bay; Charles Marsteller, Public Ethics Advocate and Amy Meyer, Co-Chair, People for a GGNRA
Patrons: Nancy Pelosi, Carole Migden, Leland Yee, Mark Leno, Fiona Ma, Bruce Balshone and Karleen Tindall, Bonacker Associates, Steven and Martina Chapman, Bernard Choden and Lois Scott, Jennifer Clary, Bob Dockendorff, Chris Duderstadt, Arthur Feinstein, Angelo Figone, James and Louise Frankel, Dick Grosboll, Shirley and Richard Hansen, Amy Quirk Joseph Houghteling, Andreas, Judi and Robert Katz, Noel Kirshenbaum, Esther Marks, Sylvia McLaughlin, Mary Anne Miller, Jane Morrison, Jacob Sigg, Alix Rosenthall, Peter Straus, Nadine Weil, Gimmy Park Li and Xing Chu Wang. Sponsors: Tom Ammiano, Harry Kim, Gerald Adams, John Bardis, John Behanna, Ray Berard, Dawne Bernhardt, Jan Blum, Lucian Blazej, Robin Brasso, Sue Cauthen, Arthur Chang, Claudine Cheng, Civilian Congress - Jacques Fitch, Denise D'Anne, Julian Davis, Ina Dearman, Robert J. Erickson, Jim Firth, Renee Golanty-Koel, Ruth Gravanis, Rick Hauptman, David Hochschild, Victor and Lorraine Honig, Gerry Hurtado, Agar Jaicks, Joe Julian, Paul Kohlere, James A. Lew, Lawrence Lipkind, Charles Marsteller, Alice Mosley, Zoanne Nordstrom, Mary O'Riordan, Norman Rolfe, Ed Van Egri, Judy Wessing, Scott Wiener, Arch Wilson, Howard Wong and Joan Joaquin Wood.
Dinner Tickets are $50. Advanced reservations are requested. Checks mailed by Friday, May 16th to San Francisco Tomorrow, 41 Sutter Street, No. 1579, S.F,. Ca. 94104. 3 hour free validation by Castagnola's. Triangle Parking lot, at end of Taylor off Jefferson. Information: Jane Morrison Dinner Chair - 564-1482


Neighborhood Bicycle Plan Update Meeting
When: May 21, 2008 - Wednesday
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: SoMa Recreation Center Auditorium, 270 6th Street @ Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Learn about San Francisco's plans for better bicycling in your neighborhood
Information: www.sfmta.com/bikes


Hunter's Point Shoreline Community Meeting #3
When: May 21, 2008 Wednesday
6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bayview Opera House, 4705 Third Street, (at Newcomb Street), San Francisco
What: The India Basin/Hunter Point Shoreline area, also known as Survey Area C, is planning to develop a set of new land use controls and priorities that ensures that future development benefits the Bayview community and enhances the character of the shoreline.
Information: Adena Friedman 558-6679


Dennis Richmond - last day as co-anchor of KTVU - Channel 2 - after 40 years!

David Hilliard
When: May 21, 2008 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: City Lights Bookstore, 261 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What: Book "The Black Panther Party: Service to the People Program". Books makes the case that the Black Panthers programs' methods are viable models for addressing the social injustices and economic problems of today's American cities and suburbs. David Hilliard is one of the founders of the Black Panther Party.
Information: 415-362-8193 citylights.com

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Obama and Clinton on Immigration
When: May 21, 2008 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, between Elizabeth and 24th Street.
What: The Democratic presidential candidates' stands on immigration will be on the focus of a panel discussion by the Noe Valley Democratic Club. Laura Spanjian will speak for Hillary Clinton and Rebecca Prozan for the Barack Obama campaign. In addition, Donald Ungar, an immigration lawyer will discuss the current state of U.S. immigration.
Information: Andy Fleischman 415-641-5838
Source: Noe Valley Voice

May 22, 2008 - Thursday

SPUR - The New Small Business Assistance Center
When: May 22, 2008 - Thursday
12:30 to 1:30
Where: 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, San Francisco
12:30 to 1:30
What: Hear Brajah Norris and Martha Yanez discuss the role that the Small Business Assistance Center will play. In addition SPUR will talk about its efforts to map the permit process for restaurants. $5. non-members
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726

Eastern Neighborhoods Adoption Hearings
When: May 22, 2008 - Thursday
5 p.m. to 6 p.m. (confirm time - 415-558-6422)
What: Discussion - public benefits and creating complete neighborhoods; transportation, streets and open space, building heights and urban design, community facilities and historic preservation.
Information: www.sfgov.org/site/planning_index

ACLU - No on 98
When: May 22, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: ACLU-NC, 39 Drumm Street, San Francisco
What: Meeting to raise awareness on Proposition 98.
Information: RSVP volunteers@aclunc.or 415-621-249e x 372

Filipino Americans for David Chiu
When: May 22, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Unicorn Pan Asian Cuisine, 191 Pine Street, San Franclisco
What: Family friendly evening reception.
Information: outreach@votedavidchiu.org

Unveiling of Harvey Milk Statue
When: May 22, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Statue of Harvey Milk statue will be unveiled. Gala party will be held by the San Francisco Arts Commission , Harvey Milk City Hall Memorial Committee, Bob Ross Foundation and the San Francisco Gay and Lesbian Bisexual Transgender Pride Celebration Committee . May 22nd would have been Milk's 78th birthday. Remarks by colleagues of Milk's local dignitaries and performances by Connie Champagne and the San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus. Sculpture by the Daub Firmin and Hendrickson Sculpture group. Free.

Small Business - making your neighborhood thrive!!!
When: May 22, 2008
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Marines' Memorial Club, 609 Sutter Street, San Franclilsco
What: Celebrate and support small business' contribution to the community with award winning entrepreneurial champions: Bibby Gignilliat - Parties that Cook!; Peggy Hughes - Peggy Hughes Associates; Rick Karp - Cole Hardware; Clare Munn - tcg: The Communications Group; Jordanna Thigpen - Small Business Advocate (individual) and Women's Initiative for Self Employment (Organization). Hosted by Lynn Jimenez - KGO Business Editor.
Information: and rsvp by May 16th - 415-731-2859

Regional Transportation Plan
When: May 22, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Francisco State Downtown Campus, Room E673, 835 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Public input on a regional transportation plan that promotes sustainability and mobility in face of continued growth and global warming impacts. Sponsored by Metropolitian Transportation Commission (MTC).
Information: RSVP info@mtc.ca.gov or 510-817-5981

Neighborhood Bicycle Plan Update Meeting
When: May 22, 2008 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bayview Anna E. Warden Branch Library, 5075 3rd Street at Revere Avenue, San Francisco
What: Learn about San Francisco's plans for better bicycling in your neighborhood
Information: www.sfmta.com/bikes

Richmond District Democratic Club
When : May 22, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: Community Room behind the Richmond District Police Station (6th Avenue just south of Geary Blvd.)
What: Redmond Kernan speaking for Presidio Historical Association on its proposed History Center and Robert Arnow of Common Cause speaking on Clean Election for U.S. Congressional Races (Fair Elections Now Act).

The Radical Jack London
When: May 22, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: City Lights Bookstore, 261 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What: Reading: "The Radical Jack London - Writings on War and Revolution - edited and with an introduction by Jonah Raskin.
Information: citylights.com 415-362-8193

May 24, 2008 - Saturday

Weekend early voting at San Francisco City Hall
May 24, 2008 - Saturday and May 25, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m to 4 p.m. (enter on Grove Street only)

Carnaval 30th Anniversary Bash
When: May 24, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Spanning eight blocks takes place on Harrison Street between 16th and 24th Street, San Francisco
Information: www.carnavalsf.com 415-920-0125

Mayor Newsom Keynote speaker at San Francisco State Commencement
When: May 24, 2008 - Saturday
1 p.m.
Where: Cox Stadium on campus.
What: Largest graduating class in San Francisco State history. 8, 200 graduates.

Carnaval Grand Parade
When: May 25, 2008 - Sunday
9:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: 24th Street at Harrison to Mission, then Mission and 24th to Mission and 17th Street
Information: www.carnavalsf.com 415-920-0125

Carnaval 30th Anniversary Bash
When: May 25, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Spanning eight blocks takes place on Harrison Street between 16th and 24th Street, San Francisco
Information: www.carnavalsf.com 415-920-0125

*HBO - Recount
When: May 25, 2008 - Sunday
9 p.m. ???
What: Movie "Recount" about the 2000 Bush-Gore struggle to count votes.

May 26, 2008 - Monday

*Memorial Day

Memorial Day Ceremony
When: May 26, 2008 - Monday
10:30 a.m. Parade; program 11 a.m.
Where: San Francisco National Cemetery at the Presidio
Information: www.presidio.gov 415-561-5500

May 17, 2008 - Tuesday
Washington Caucus

Last Day for Voters to Request a Vote-by-mail ballot - must be received by 5 p.m.
*SPUR - Ben Rosenfield -
When: May 27, 2008 - Tuesday
Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, San Francisco, Ca.
What: Listen to the City's new controller: Ben Rosenfield $5. non-members
Information: info@spur.org

Potrero Boosters Annual Dinner
When: May 27, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: UCSF Mission Bay Conference Center, 1675 Owens Street (near 16th Street), San Francisco
What: Install new year's Executive Committee and recognize some of the hardest working among us for what they do in our community. 5:30 No host bar 7 p.m. Dinner will be served. $40 in advance. Mail check to Potrero BoosterAnnual Dinner, 1459 18th Street #133, San Francisco, Ca. 94107.
Information: audrey@audreycole.com

"The Radical Jack London: Writings on War and Revolution:
When: May 27, 2008 - Tuesday
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Book editor Jonah Raskin discussing new anthology of the work of Jack London. Jack London was one of the leading revolutionary writers at the turn of the 20th century
Information: 415-557-4400

May 28, 2008 - Wednesday

Supervisor Bevan Dufty
When: May 28, 2008 - Wednesday
11:30 to 12:30
Where: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Boardroom, 235 Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Supes for Lunch. Hear Supervisor Bevan Dufty
Information RSVP Patricia Aleman paleman@sfchamber.com

SPUR - Michael Burns and the VTA
When: May 28, 2008 - Wednesday
12:30 to 1:30
Where: SPUR, 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, San Francisco
What: Join discussion with Michael Burns, the General Manager of the Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority.
Information: 415-781-8726 info@spur.org

May 29, 2008 - Thursday

Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid
When: May 29, 2008 - Thursday
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Hear Senator Harry Reid author of "The Good Fight: Hard Lessons from Searchlight to Washington" $18 non-members
Information: 415-597-6700 club@commonwealthcub.org
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Denise McCarthy
When: May 29, 2008 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30
Where: 1097 Green Street, No. 4, at Leavenworth on Russian Hill, San Francisco
What: Reception to Support Denise McCarthy for Supervisor in District Three. Contributions: $50./$100/$250/$500 Sponsors: Matthew Rothschild, Dian Blomquist, Frances Choun, Dennis Concannon, Joanne Bosque, Pamela Duffy, Gerald Yoachum, Jeremy Hallisey, Anne Herrera, Marianne deVere Hinckle, Daniel Jordan, John Keker, Bricklayers' Union Local 3, Carpenters' Local Union 22, Mara Kopp, Ella Mae Lew, Ken Maley, Michael Meyers, Chris Mittelstaedt and Pia Hinckle, Ed and Mary Etta Moose, Marisa Moret, Tom Nolan, Larry Friesen, David Serrano-Sewell, Sarah Hollenbeck, Stephanie Shakofsky, John Shanley, Carol Stuart
Information: 415-931-4804 info@denisemccarthyforsupervisor.com

*Mission Streetscape Plan and Cesar Chavez Street Design
When: May 28, 2008 - Wednesday
6:30 to 9 p.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 285 Shotwell (at 22nd Street) - in the auditorium
Workshop to define a vision and strategy for Mission's streets.
Information: missionstreetscape@sfgov.org 415-575-9086 cesarchavez.sfplanning.org

*Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation - 27th Annual Birthday Dinner
When: May 30, 2008 - Friday
6 p.m.
Where: Moscone Center, San Francisco
What: Celebration of 15 years of Tenant Services at TNDC. Reception and Designer Dollhouse Silent Auction, family style dinner and Champagne toast, Honorary Chair Charlotte Shultz. Bro. Kelly Cullen Community Award to Midge Wilson, Executive Director Bay Area Women's and Children's Center. Happy Birthday by Beach Blanket Babylon , Dick Brights and His Orchestra.
Sponsors: Citibank, Enterprise Community Partners, Lona Jupiter, Savor...San Francisco, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co., Nancy Blair, Cahill Contractors, Charles Schwab Bank, City National Bank, Bettye P. Ferguson, Fine Line Construction, Forest City Development/Westfield/San Francisco Centre, Kirkland & Ellis LLP, Pacific National Bank, TRI Commercial Real Estate Services, Inc/Gary S. Cohen, US Bank, Diane B. Wilsey, KGO-TV/DT, San Francisco Magazine, Arthur Rock & Company, David Kroot, Paul May and Frank Stein, Ken Odell, Tangerine M. Brigham, James R. Cevantes, Chris Gouig, John Stewart Company, Lindquist Von Husen & Joyce, CPAs, Mark Ellinger Photography, John Rogers, Loren Sanborn $175 each person Information: 415-776-2151 www.tndc.org

*May 31, 2008 - Saturday

Weekend of Early Voting at City Hall
When: May 31, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco - Enter on Grove Street only
Information: www.sfgov.org

*NEN 2008 Clean & Green Summit
When: May 31, 2008 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez Elementary, 825 Shotwell, San Francisco, Ca.
What: Join other San Franciscans to make their community clean and health place to live and shop. Resource fair and walking tours of the Mission. Free.
Information: www.empowersf.org/events . They want you to register
*Richmond Community Health Festival
When: May 31, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Richmond Recreational Center, 251 18th Avenue between California and Clement, San Francisco
What: Free clinical services, entertainment, arts and crafts and medication review. Meet State Senator Leland Yee and Supervisor Jake McGoldrick. Sponsors: Senatory Yee, Supervisor McGoldrick, Kasier Permanente, Compassionate Community Care, On Lok Lifeways and Richmond Area Multi-Services, Inc. (RAMS)
Information: Senator Leland Yee's office www.senate.ca.gov/yee

*Union Street Eco-Urban Festival
When: May 31, 2008 - Saturday and June 1, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Union Street - Gough to Steiner, San Francisco
What: Union Street Festival 32nd year.

*San Francisco for Democracy - Forum on Housing and Health
When: May 31, 2008 - Saturday
3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Mission Cultural Center, 2868 Mission Street (at 25th Street) San Francisco
What: Why is housing important to our health? Why should health advocates vote No on Prop. 98 and Yes on Prop. 99. How does San Francisco Proposition F expand housing?
Hear Lili Farhang, SF Dept of Public Health, Hene Kelly, Senior Action Network and California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA), John Rizzo, Sierra Club.
Information: 415-695-7891 dbechler@value.net. www.singlepaynow.net
Source: sf4dem.com/webcalendar

*National Center for Lesbian Rights
When: May 31, 2008 - Saturday
9 p.m. to midnight
Where: Metreon City View, 101 4th Street, San Francisco
What: 31st anniversary party with foods, drinks, DJ and live entertainment. Wisconsin Rep. Tamny Baldwin, Kate Clinton and Executive Director Kate Kendell are evening's special guests $90. for Anniversary Party.
Ticket price includes membership. Dinner is separate at the Westin St. Francis 6 to 9 p.m. Go to website for ticket details.
Information: www.nclrights.org/2008ann


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