Rally for No on 98 yesterday at City Hall. Rally was to remind everyone to vote. Absentee ballots have gone out and early voting at City Hall began on May 5th.
Early voting is available on the Ground Floor of City Hall. Hours for early voting are Monday through Friday 8 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Last day to register to vote is May 19th, 2008
Last day to request a vote-by-mail is May 27, 2008
Primary Election June 3, 2008 7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Department of Election, City Hall, Room 48, San Francisco
415-554-4375 sfvote@sfgov.org www.sfgov.org/elections
May 8, 2008 - Thursday
Blue Ribbon Panel - St. Luke's
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay Conference Center,
Fisher Banquet Room, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco.
What: Third Open Meeting discussing the closing of St. Luke's Hospital
SPUR - A real transit-first Market Street
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR office 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, S.F.
What: Hear Spur's own Jeffrey Tumlin and Dave Snyder about their proposal to completely remake Market Street into a transit-first spine, with faster buses, better boarding areas, and a separated bike path the length of the street, while preserving car access to every address.
$5. non-members
Information: 415-781-8726 info@spur.org
Angel Island Immigrant Gateway to America @ Oakland Museum of California
When: May 8, 2008 Thursday
1 p.m.
Where: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street (@10th Street) Oakland, Ca.
What: Judy Yung, professor emerita at UC Santa Cruz, talks about the experiences of immigrants from Asia, Europe, and Latin America that were processed through Angel Island between 1910 and 1940. Free
Information: www.museumca.org
Source: funcheapSF.com
Mayor's Open Space Task Force
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Port of San Francisco (Pier 1)
What: Meeting of the Mayor's Open Space Task Force. Topics include finance, programming waterfront parks, urban barriers and the open space experience in dense neighborhoods. The public is welcome to attend
Information: Karin Edwards at kedwards@sfnpc.org
*Rafael Mandelman
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30
Where: Lime Restaurant, 2247 Market Street, San Francisco
What: "Little Kick-Off Party" for re-election to 13th Assembly Democratic Central Committee
Information: www.rafaelmandelman.com
Source: Bay Area Reporter
*Mark Leno
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: 2344 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fund raiser by the LGBT leaders and entertainment industry $50.
Information: 415-601-5366
Source: Bay Area Reporter
Transbay Terminal Plan
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30
Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts - Second Floor . San Francisco Planning Department will provide information.
Information: sfgov.org/planning
Source: sf.curbed.com
San Francisco Golf Course Task Force
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on alternatives to golf on San Francisco's property.
Source: Jake Sigg
Mo Magic - Fundraiser
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: 1300 Restaurant and Bar, 1300 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join Public Defender Jeff Adachi and Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi at reception and fundraiser celebrating MO MAGIC. Suggested contribution: $50-$100.; funds will be used to support the work of Mo MAGIC, a collaborative of over 50 community-based organizations dedicated to improve the lives of children in the Western Addition/Fillmore neighborhoods.
Information: 415-558-2487 email mo_magic@msn.com
Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, Community Room, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting. Discussion on Propositions A, F & G.
Information: www.hanc-sf.org hancsf@yahoo.com
Moth Spray San Francisco Town Hall Meeting
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: County Fair Building (Hall of Flowers) in Golden Gate Park, 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way at the Strybing Arboretum/SF Botanical Gardens
What: Moth Spray discussion brought to you by San Franciscans Concerned About the Spray. Sponsors include State Senator Carole Migden, Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi, Stop the Spray, Cass-SF and Play Not Spray. Speakers included: Dr. James Carey, UC-Davis entomologist, Jeff Rosendale, horticulturist and co-author with Dr. Daniel Harder of a paper on management of the LBAM, Nan Wishner, Albany integrated Pest Management Task Force, Stacia Lansman, M.D., Helge Hellberg, Executive Director, Marin Organic
Information: sfspraytownhall.org
Source: laughingsquid.com
Gonzo - The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m. ; after party 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street, S.F.
What: Vanity Fair Reel Relief Screening and Benefit. Closing night celebration of San Francisco International Film Festival. West Coast premiers of the film "Gonzo - the Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson. After the film, let loose gonzo-style and say goodbye to this year's Festival.
Information, ticket information and further details: 925-866-9559
Bringing Peace to the Peace Movement
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Berkeley Fellowship for Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley, Ca.
What: Humor, Heart & Song. Medea Benjamin, Maria Muldaur and Anne Lamott. Tickets: $10/$20.
Information: 415-575-5543 Benefits: CODEPINK Women for Peace
May 9, 2008 - Friday
Teachers 4 Social Justice - Get on the Bus!
When: May 9, 2008 - Friday
When: 10:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall Steps Rally (10:30 a.m) Bus to Sacramenet 11:45 a.m. Get on bus to fight the cuts to education.
Information and RSVP - Space is limited: teachers3socialjustice@yahoo.com
*State Senate Candidates Forum
When: May 9, 2008 - Friday
Noon
Where: Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth Street, San Rafael
What: Marin County Bar Association presents Candidates forum. Joe Nation, Mark Leno, Carole Migden RSVP by May 7th - call MCBA 415-499-1314. Cost: $15. (boxed lunch included; please specify turkey or vegetarian).
Final debate at noon on the Ron Owen Show on KGO Radio AM 810
Joe Nation
When: May 9, 2008 Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Adobe Creek Golf Course, 1901 Frates Road, Petaluma - Club House.
What: Event. Free
Information: 415-453-0388
* Kick-Off Campaign Reception Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi Party
When: May 9, 2008 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's Jazz Club, 1330 Fillmore Street, S.F.
What: Fundraiser and party for Supervisor Mirkarimi's re-election. Host Committee: Aaron Peskin, Fiona Ma, Art Agnos, Jeff Adachi, Mike Henessey, Mark Sanchez, Elahe Ensssani, Bijian Sartipi, London Breed, Min Paek, Steve Nakajo, Melissa Emergui, Tim Paulson, Khaled and Musa Dajani, Paul Osaki, Sandy Mori, Michael Johnson, Jeff Maruyama, Mehran Esmaili, Alexis Wong, Felix Levy and Angela Quaranta. $25. to $500 per person
RSVP: iaform@yahoo.com 415-994-0067
May 10, 2008 - Saturday
Joe Nation
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m to 1 p.m.
Where: Joe Nation Walk in Marin County, 781 Lincoln Avenue, San Rafael, Free donaturs and coffee.
Information: senate@joenation.com
Congresswoman Jackie Speier
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 12 noon
Where: Doelger Center, Westlake Park, 101 Lake Merced Blvd. Daly City, Ca. 94015
What: Join Jackie Speier for a question and answer session.
RSVP@jackieforcongress.som
Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 to 12:30
Where: Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy, 4235 19th Street at Diamond St.
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 10, 2008 - Saturday
11 a.m.
Where: Marina Library, 1890 Chestnut Street, San Francisco (at Fillmore)
What: Leafleting for No on 98
Information: ted@sftu.org
*Barack Obama
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
11:30 to 3 p.m. /2:30 to 6 p.m.
Where: Ella Hill Hutch Community Center, 1050 McAllister, San Francisco (Laguna and Webster)
What: After short training session they will send teams of volunteers to public events in selected neighborhoods
Information: sanfranciscoforobama@gmail.com
*President McKinley visits San Francisco
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
Noon to 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Hyde Street Pier, San Francisco
What: President William McKinley delivered a speech to San Franciscans only months before his assassination. The Park's Living Historyplayers will hold a reenactment of McKinley's visit and speech.
Information: 415-447-5000 www.nps.gov/safr/
*World Fair Trade Day
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: Speakers from Mayor's Office, Adina World Beat Beverages and TransFair USA will speak in regards to supporting fair trade in San Francisco. Entertainment by the Bayonics hip hop group, Senegalese dance troupe and local DJs. Free samples from Adina World Beat Beverages, Alter Eco along with free Fair Trade Certified flowers for Mother's Day courtesy of 1-800-Flowers.
Along with other Fair Trade Cities try and break the Guiness Book World Record for " World's Largest Coffee Break - Fair Trade Style" Invite attendees to bring along a Fair Trade coffee from one of the many neighborhood businesses.
Information: jguzzi@transfairusa.org
9-11 Truth for Peace
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
2 p.m.
Where: Federal Building, Mission and 7th Street, San Francisco
What: Federal Building Demonstration and March
Information: truthaction.org
Crissy Field 8th Annual Community Heroes Awards Ceremony
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 4 p.m.
Where: Crissy Field Center
What: Ceremony honors those whose action have made a positive impact on the environment
Information: www.crissyfield.org 415-561-7690
KFOG Kaboom Concert and Fireworks
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
Gates open at 4 p.m.
Where: Piers 30/32 on The Embarcadero
What: Concert. Featuring Los Lobos, Collective Soul, Matt Nathanson. Buy tickets and lear more www.KFOG.com
Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center Annual Dinner
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraising dinner. Evening will include a dinner of assorted culinary delights prepared by an ensemble of San Francisco's finest restaurants and renowned chefs. There will also be a silent and live auction. Dinner will be prepared by Kokkari, Piperade and Restaurant Gary Danko. $175. RSVP by May 5, 2008
Information: Donna Faure 415-421-6443 x 34 or email donna@tel-hi.org
Chelsea Handler
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
7:30 doors open - show 9 p.m.
Where: The Warfield, 982 Market Street.S.F.
What: Chelsea Handler performs $30.
Information: 415-775-7722
May 11, 2008 - Sunday
Mother's Day
9-11 Truth for Peace
When: May 11, 2008 - Sunday
11 a.m.
Where: Panhandle Park Baker Street and Oak Street
What: Rally and March to Golden Gate Park
Information: truthaction.org
Ralph Nader and Matt Gonzales speak at Roxie Theater
When: May 11, 2008 - Sunday
7 p.m.
Where: Roxie Theater, 3117 16th Street, San Francisco, Ca. (near 16th Street Bart)
What: Hear Ralph Nader and Matt Gonzalez. $10 contribution/$5 student/low-income (no one will be turned away)
Information: 510-914-8355 or events@votenader.org
Source: www.bapd.org
May 12, 2008 - Monday
U.S. Postal rates go up!
Health Care Reform: Where do we go from here?
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
11:30 a.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: How should health care look in California and across the nation:
Jordan Rau - Reporter Sacramento Bureau and L.A. Times
Dan Walters - Capitol Bureau Chief - The Sacramento Bee
Steve Schroeder, Distinguished professor of Health and Health Care, UCSF.
11:30 - program at noon Free
Information: 415-597-6700 club@commonwealthclub.org
Civil Rights Suite
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Chinese Historical Society of America, 965 Clay Street, San Francisco
What: Reception to launch CHSA's Civil Rights Suite. "Labor and San Francisco's Garment Industry" CHSA is at the forefront of the movement to examine the historical impact of the Chinese American fight for equality on our society.
Information and RSVP rsvp@cha.org 415-391-1188 ext 101 CivilRightsSuite.org
Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore St. (at Eddy)
What: TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com
Upper Market Community Design Plan
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk School, 4235 19th Street, San Francisco (at Collingwood Street)
What: Open House to unveil Upper Market Community Design Plan recommendations within the plan. Copies of draft plan are available at http://uppermarket.sfplanning.org
Information: Sarah Dennis 558-6314
Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club
When: May 12, 2008 Monday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street @ Octavia Street, San Francisco
What: Membership meeting. Marriage Equality Updates with Special Guest: Seth Kilbourne of Equality California
Information: www.alicebtoklas.org
Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association
When: May 12, 2008 Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where: CPMC Davies Medical Center, Lower Level B
What: Public Meeting. Agenda: Church/Duboce transportation improvement plans and workshop. Residential character district proposal for Duboce Triangle. Supervisor Bevan Dufty will discuss the City's response to homelessness in the neighborhood.
Information: www.dtna.org 415-267-1821
Augusten Burroughs
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Books, Inc., 2275 Market Street, San Francisco (near Castro Street)
What: Hear Augusten Burroughs talk about this book "A Wolf at the Table" - a memoir of my father.
Information: www.booksinc.net 415-864-6777
May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
West Virginia Primary
SPUR - Mission Streetscape Planning
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
12:30 to 1:30
Where: 312 Sutter Street, Fifth Floor, San Francisco
What: Come learn new plans for Valencia Street, review a detailed study of Valencia Street uses, and see the concepts being considered for a district-wide streetscape plan for the Mission $5 non-members
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726
Re-elect Leslie Katz to San Francisco Democratic Central Committee
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ladita, 827 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco (new store being opened up by Leslie's friend).
What: Fundraiser for Leslie's re-election to the Democratic County Central Committee. Contribute on line by going to: https:www.completecampaigns.com/FR/contribute.asp?campaignid=KatzLeslie
Re-Elect Leslie Katz, 854 Castro Street #414, San Francisco, Ca. 94114
Eleanor Clift
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Discussion with Phil Bronstein, Editor at Large, San Francisco Chronicle. Clift explores the issues surrounding the intersection of political agendas and family and health matters.
$18 non-members
Information: club@commonwealthclub.org
Rincon Hill Neighborhood Association Meeting
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
6 p.m to 7 p.m.
Where: Infinity, 333 Main Street (at Folsom). 3rd Floor. Tentative speakers, Rob Black, VP of Public Policy, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce will discuss the idea of a Community Benefit District for the Rincon Hill Neighborhood. C. W. Nevius, Political Columnist, San Francisco Chronicle will discuss current issues for San Francisco.
Information and Source: www.rinconhill.sf.org
*Golden Memories of Radio
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center for San Francisco
What: Stories from original members of the Lone Ranger cast and a performance by radio pros of original script, bloopers, commercials and sound effects. Stories of radio history and famous personalities.
Information: info@jccsf.org
May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
Neighborhood Park Council Annual Stewardship Luncheon
When: May 14, 2008 Wednesday
12 Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay Conference Center, UCSF, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco
What: NPC's Annual Stewardship Awards Luncheon and Fundraiser.
Information and ticket information: mthomas@sfnpc.or 415-621-3260 www.sfnpc.org/luncho8
*Open House - Department of Elections
When: May 14, 2008 Wednesday
4:30 to 6 p.m.
Where: City Hall Cafeteria, San Francisco
What: Get a first hand look at how elections are conducted. View a demonstration of the voting system: optical scan machine called the "optech insight". Accessible touchscreen machine called the "Edge". Tour the Department of Elections and receive an observer guide. Learn what voters need to know to make their votes count. Learn more about the resources of the Department.
Information: www.sfgov.org/elections 415-554-4375 Vote by Mail: 415-554-4372
Joe Nation
When: My 14, 2008 - Wednesday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: 2 Rosalia Court, Novato, Ca.
What: House party hosted by Bob and Joanne Del Torre, Gary Delagnes and the San Francisco Police Officers Association. This is a fundraiser.
Information and RSVP : 415-0388 or senate@joenation.com
Matt Gonzales - Meet the Candidate
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Meet candidate Matt Gonzalez candidate for Vice president under the Independent ticket
$18. non members
Information: club@commonwealthclub.org
Emerge California
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Regency Center, 1290 Sutter Street, The Lodge Room, San Francisco
What: Join Emerge California's efforts to identify, educate and inspire Democratic women to run for public office. Fourth Annual Reception featuring Washington Governor Christine Gregoire and honoring Emerge California's 2008 Woman of the year - Assembly Speaker-Elect Karen Bass. $100. general admission. Information and rsv Gretchen Schoenstein at 415-874-7433 or gretchen@emergeca.org
Source: San Francisco Bay Area Progressive Calendar www.bapd.org
Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bessie Carmichael Elementary School, 375 Seventh Street (at Harrison).
What: Changes to the SoMa/north Mission/Mission Bay neighborhoods. TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com
Panel Discussion: The Location of Identity
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
Where: SOMARTs Bay Gallery, 934 Brannan Street, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion moderated by Berin Golonu, Associate Curator of Yerba Buena Center for the Arts in San Francisco. How can we understand a region as diverse and far-ranging as the Middle East? Curators Taraneh Hemami and Anuradha Vikram pose the question to a selection of artists with roots in the region working in all visual arts media. Topics include how to represent religious, ethnic and cultural diversity within an area of the world too often homogenized in discussion of current events; the roles and status of women , gays, lesbians within traditional cultures and the changes to self-identification that immigration engenders.
Information: www.apiculturalcenter.org www.somarts.org
May 15, 2008 - Thursday
Karen Bass to take over as Speaker of the California Assembly
*Eastern Neighborhoods Adoption Hearings
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
6 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Overview of the Eastern Neighborhoods; Land Use Controls; and Places for Jobs
Information: easternneighborhoods@sfgov.org 415-575-9097 http://en-hearings.sfplanning.org
Police Commission - Sub-Committee on Violent Crime
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
6 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Police Station 201 Turk Street in the Community Room
What: Purpose of the sub-committee is to work directly with affected communities, faith-based organizations and neighborhood councils to create a direct link between the Commission and the people most impacted by violent crime. The meeting is to be a discussion between the Commission and community members. Police Department representatives will not be in attendance.
Information: SFPD.Commission@sfgov.org
*Matt Gonzalez
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Johansson Projects, 2300 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland
What: "Crossing the Delaware" - Opening reception for Matt Gonzalez - His art focuses primarily with found paper fragments, creating objects that adhere to his personal sense of equilibrium. Exhibit will run through June 13th. Hours 12 to 6 Thursday through Saturday
Information: kimberly@johanssonprojects.com 510-444-9140
Source: Political Blotter by Josh Richman www.ibabuzz.com
David Chiu, Hydra Mendoza and Jane Kim - No on 98, Yes on A HAPI Hour.
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Azul Lounge near Union Square, 1 Tilman Place, San Francisco
What: David Chiu Union Square Neighborhood H(API)
Information: 415-362-9750
Barbara Walters
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
8 p.m.
Where: Nob Hill Masonic Center, 1111 California at Masonic Center (huge venue!)
What: Hear Barbara Walter discuss her memoir "Audition: A Memoir". Event $20.
May 16, 2008 - Friday
*Extension East of the West
When: May 16, 2008 - Friday
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
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
*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
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
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
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
*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
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
*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
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
*San Francisco Tomorow 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
*New Items
If you wish to email items for the calendar, or make comments or ask questions - please email: missin2894@gmail.com
Information changes - please check event's information before attending
Information:
---
No comments:
Post a Comment