Ralph Nader - Matt Gonzalez held a meeting last night at the Roxy Theatre. The meeting was introduced as the "Ralph and Matt" show.
I went to hear why they are running for President and Vice-President. The theatre was full - many people knew each other from the Matt Gonzalez campaign - it was sort of a reunion.
Cindy Sheehan spoke(she lives in the Mission) as well as Gayle McLaughlin - the Mayor of Richmond.
About Obama- Gonzales said" rhetoric was not enough". Ralph Nader is pushing for open debates (but first he has to get enough signatures in each state to run ).
The platform: total U.S. military and Corporate withdrawal from Iraq, Single Payer National Health Insurance, cut the bloated and wasteful military budget, living wage for all workers $10. Minimum, no to Nuclear energy, solar energy first, aggressive crackdown on corporate crime and rip-offs. You can't be against this? So why - a separate party?
Bottom line - Nader and Gonzalez are bringing their issues to the public and the media. They are right that these issues should be at the top of the agenda - I am still holding faith that Barack Obama and the American people have started a new movement and will deal with these issues quickly .
www.votenader.org
Nader'08 Gonzales
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
Mimi Silbert Day. 36 years of leadership as President and CEO of Delancey Street.
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
*City Democratic Club- Richard Rapaport
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 312 Sutter Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco
What: Chicago Schooled: How Big City Politics Influenced the Obama Campaign, and why Richard Daley eats Gavin Newsom's Political Lunch with Richard Rapaport. Richard Rapaport will share his observations on the presidential election as well as San Francisco politics.
Information: info@citydemocraticclub.org 415-923-5252
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 Walters 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
*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
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
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
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 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
*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 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
*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
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
*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
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