It's official. Claudine Cheng has declared her candidacy for running for Supervisor in District Three. Claudine held a press conference on the site of the future Chinatown Campus of City College, corner of Kearny and Washington, across from Portsmouth Square. Robert Varni, past member of the San Francisco Community College as well as James Fang, member of the Bart Board spoke about Claudine's dedication, skills and knowledge - all needed skills for being a Supervisor in District Three.
Claudine Cheng has been endorsed by Assemblywoman Fiona Ma, City College President Lawrence Wong and Mayor Gavin Newsom.
August 9, 2008 - Saturday
*San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee - Interviews of candidates
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
9:30 to 3 p.m. (time not confirmed)
Where: Unite Here office, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco.
What: Interviewing candidates for office. My information is still sketchy. The website is still under construction but they have just started posting the questionnaires completed by the candidates. (A very comprehensive questionnaire) . If you go to www.sfdemocrats.org you might find the information interesting.
Information: info@sfdemocrats.org 626-1161
*Sue Lee
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: Cabana Cafe, 5420 Geary Blvd., San Francisco (between 18th and 19th Ave.)
What: Come join Sue Lee and her volunteers for the FIRST door hanger mobilization event of the campaign! Pastries and coffee provided. They will be walking door to door letting people know about Sue Lee running for Supervisor in District 1. If you cannot make it Saturday, just come by and pick up a batch of hangers and walk another day of the week.
RSVP Brenda Martin 4150422-0543 brendam@sueleeforsupervisor.com
*Carmen Chiu - Grand Opening
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
Time: 10 a.m.
What: Opening of campaign headquarters at 1038 Taraval Street at 22nd Avenue, S.F.
Join Carmen Chiu and State Senator Leland Yee in campaign opening. Afterward volunteers will be hitting the streets to meet voters in the District.
Information: Jeff Pettibone 415-902-7959
Ahsha Safai
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 4750 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Talk with voters this weekend about Ahsha Safai for Supervisor in District 11.
Information and RSVP: ahshasafai2008@gmail.com 415-337-7476.
2008 Nihonmachi Street Fair
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
What: 35th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair, Post Street and Laguna Street, San Francisco
Information: www.nihonmachistreetfair.org
*Noe Valley for Obama
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Downtown San Francisco - Fleischman Field Research, 530 Bush Street. Noe Valley for Obama will be doing phone banking to New Mexico each Saturday until the election. (donated by Molly and Andy Fleischman). They are hoping to expand their hours. They would like to hear from people who would like to help.
Information: Anne Menke: annemenke@earthlink.net or Tom Brown tomananda@comcast.net 415-826-0693
Pistahan Parade an Festival
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
Opening Ceremony 10 a.m - Parade starts at 11 a.m.
Where: Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco
What: Filipino American jazz festival, cook-off, art pavilion, heritage pavilion.
Information: www.pistahan.net 415-777-6950
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Meeting
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
1 to 5 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street (at Octavia), San Francisco
What: The Milk Club PAC will be meeting to make endorsement recommendations for state and local ballot measures and College Board candidates. To be eligible to vote at the PAC, members must have signed in at two of the three PAC meetings in May, June and July. Members are encouraged to attend entire PAC endorsement meeting; however, to receive a ballot, members must be in attendance for at least one hour.
Information: Catherine Cusic ccusic@pacbell.net milkclub.org
David Chiu - Doorhanger Mobilization
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 4:30 p.m.
Where: David Chiu for Supervisor's Headquarters, 1323 Polk Street, San Francisco (between Bush and Pine)
What: Walking throughout District 3 neighborhoods telling everyone about new headquarters with doorhangers.
Information: Ramie Dare ramiedare@yahoo.com 415-828-8246
David Chiu - Campaign Headquarters Open House
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Where: 1323 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the opening of headquarters.
Information: Ramie Dare ramiedare@yahoo.com 415-828-8246
Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
When: August 9, 2008 - Saturday
8 to 10 p.m.
Where: Film Night in the Park - Union Square
August 10, 2008 - Sunday
2008 Nihonmachi Street Fair
When: August 10 2008 - Sunday
What: 35th Annual Nihonmachi Street Fair, Post Street and Laguna Street, San Francisco
Information: www.nihonmachistreetfair.org
Pistahan Parade an Festival
When: August 10 2008 - Sunday
Where: Yerba Buena Gardens, San Francisco
What: Filipino American jazz festival, cook-off, art pavilion, heritage pavilion.
Information: www.pistahan.net 415-777-6950
Eric Mar
When: August 10, 2008 - Sunday
Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: Granger's Dairy Drive, Pocket Neighborhood of Sacramento (Eric's hometown!)
Information: ericmar.com
*Chris Jackson
When: August 10, 2008 - Sunday
1:30 to 3:30
Where: 65 Western Shore Lane #2 , San Francisco (off Laguna, b/w Geary & Ellis
What: Join OPEIU 3, Conny Ford, Sarah Clark, Tami Bryant, Karen Jo Coonan, Cathy Billups and Catalina Perez and Neighbors of St. Francis Square Cooperative at a fundraiser for Chris Jackson.
Information: www.chrisjackson4collegeboard.com
The Civil Liberties Act of 1988: A Legacy for All Americans
When: August 10, 2008 - Sunday
1:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library
What: August 10, 1988, President Ronald Reagan signed Civil Liberties Act that offered an apology on behalf of the nation for incarcerating Americans of Japanese ancestry during World War II, because they "looked like the enemy". Panel featuring Norman Mineta, John Tateishi, Dale Minami and Banafsheh Akhlaghi will provide comments and insights on both the road to redress as well as its legacy. Reception afterwards at 3:30 to 4:30 in the Latino/Hispanic Community Meeting Room.
Equality California 3rd Annual Women's Event
When: August 10, 2008 - Sunday
6 to 7 p.m.
Where: CAV Wine Bar and Kitchen, 1666 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser Complimentary hors d'oeuvres and hosted bar provided by CAV $100.
Information: www.eqca.org
August 11, 2008 - Monday
*Fundraiser for Barack Obama with Senator Barbara Boxer
When: August 11, 2008 - Monday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: 62 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Help fund the San Francisco Democratic Party's voter registration and GOTV campaign for Victory in November for Barack Obama as President of the United States. Special Guest:
U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer.
Hosts: Jane Morrison, Agar Jaicks, Ann Kirk and Ed Sykes. Co-Hosts: Democracy Action - Alec Bash; Democratic Women's Forum- Joan Simmons; Irish American Democratic Club - Jeannie Maher; Esther Marks, Supervisor Aaron Peskin and Scott Wiener. $35, $50, $75 $100 Sponsor
Checks made out to San Francisco Democratic Party - forward to Jane Morrison, 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco, 94117
Information: info@sfdemocrats.org 415-626-1161
South Beach Rincon Mission Bay Neighborhood Association Meeting
When: August 11, 2008 - Monday
6 to 7 p.m.
Where: South Beach Marina Harbor Services Bldg. Community Room, located along The Embarcadero between Pier 40 and AT&T Park.
What: Residents from South Beach, Rincon and Mission Bay review and discuss the issues. Bob Davis from City Hall's Entertainment Commission will talk about a possible Halloween event on Parking Lot A (behind At&T Park).
Information: www.sommaleadership.org
Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club
When: August 11, 2008 - Monday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, Room 300, San Francisco
What: Speakers will discuss JROTC in the San Francisco school district and the November ballot initiative. Endorsement meeting will be September 9th.
Information: www.alicebtoklas.org
*The West of Twin Peaks Council - Supervisor Forum
When: August 11, 2008 - Monday
Doors open at 6:45 p.m. Starts at 7 p.m. and will end no later than 9 p.m.
Where: John's Armenian church, 275 Olympia Blvd., San Francisco
What: Supervisor Forum for District 4 and District 7 . Sponsored by the West of Twin Peaks Central Council. West of Twin Peaks Central Council President, Denise LaPointe, will moderate the event.
No leafleting entering the building, but candidates may have campaign material at the back of the church hall.
Confirmed Candidates:
District Four: Supervisor Carmen Chu, Ron Dudum and David Ferguson
District Seven: Supervisor Sean Elsbernd, former Supervisor Tony Hall, Julian Lagos, Judy Misuraca-Terracina and Douglas Yep.
August 12, 2008 - Tuesday
*Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Vote Count
When: August 12, 2008 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: Farley's, 1315 18th Street, Potrero Hill, San Francisco
What: Potrero Hill Democratic Club will count the ballots regarding State Propositions from the Endorsement meeting held on August 5th.
Information: phdemclub.org Joni Eisen jonieisen@sbcglobal.net
The Future of Public Access TV
When: August 12, 2008 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: The City seeks public information and comments regarding the continued operation of the City's public access cable television channels.
Information: publicaccesstv@sfgov.org
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When: August 12, 2008 - Tuesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Location to be determined.
What: General Membership will vote on HM's PAC recommendations.
Information: milkclub.org ccusic@pacbell.net
August 13, 2008 - Wednesday
*Department of Elections - Ballot Argument Brown Bag Workshop
When: August 13, 2008 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Department of Elections, Room 408, San Francisco City Hall
What: Ballot Argument workshop. Review procedures and requirements.
RSVP: 415-554-4375
*Natalie Berg
When: August 13, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: 835 Market Street, Suite 850, San Francisco
What: Please join Sean Jeffries, Mark Farrar, Jeffrey Snyder and Oz Erickson for a fundraiser to re-elect Dr. Natalie Berg to the Community College Board. $100, $250, $500
Endorsements include: Senator Dianne Feinstein; Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi; Congressperson Jackie Speier;California Attorney General Jerry Brown; Assemblyperson Fiona Ma; Assemblyperson Mark Leno; Mayor Gavin Newsom; District Attorney Kamala D. Harris; Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting; Treasurer Jose Cisneros; Aaron Peskin, President, San Francisco Board of Supervisors; Supervisor Tom Ammiano; Supervisor Carmen Chu;Supervisor Bevan Dufty;Supervisor Sean Elsbernd; Supervisor Jake McGoldrick; School Board Member Norman Yee, College Board member, Lawrence Wong, President; College Board member Dr. Anita Grier; College Board Member Rodel Rodis and Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club.
RSVP natalieberg_sf@yahoo.com Phone: 415-882-4673 ;
You may send donations to: Re-Elect Dr. Natalie Berg, 20 Ashbury Terrace, San Francisco, Ca.
94117
Lake Merced
When: August 13, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The State Building, The San Diego Room, 455 Golden Gate Avenue between Larkin and Polk
What: Nature in the City and the Neighborhood Parks Council invite you to discuss conservation options for Lake Merced's future.
RSVP is required to Luiz Guevara at lguevara@sfnpc.org or 415-621-3260
August 14, 2008 - Thursday
Eric Mar
When: August 14, 2008 - Thursday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: Toy Boat Dessert Cafe, 401 Clement Street (at 5th Avenue) San Francisco
What: Come enjoy your beverage/treat of choice and sit down to chat with Eric about your questions, concerns and suggestions for the Richmond District and San Francisco.
Information: ericmar.com 415-505-2561
Alicia Wang
When: August 14, 2008 - Thursday
6:3o to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Russian Renaissance Restaurant, 5241 Geary Blvd at 17th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Russian Evening with Alicia Wang - Candidate for Supervisor in District One. $100.
Information: Diane Omega dianeomega@aol.com votealicia.com RSVP415-750-1136
Draft plan for Western SoMa - Planning Commission
When: August 14, 2008 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Presentation of the Western SoMa Draft Plan. Public comment welcome.
Hayes Valley Playground Community Meeting
When: August 14, 2008 - Thursday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Hayes and Buchanan.
What: Comment on the final plan to revitalize Hayes Valley Playground.
Information: Daniel LaForte REc and Park daniel.laforte@sfgov.org
Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi
When: August 14, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: The Cowell Theater at Fort Mason Center in San Francisco.
What: An Evening with Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi who will discuss her new book "Know Your Power: A Message to America's Daughters". Admission is free of charge and open to the public. Preferred seating to anyone with a Book Inc. receipt for "Know Your Power:
Information: 415-931-3633 www.booksinc.net
August 15, 2008 - Friday
*Mark Sanchez - Fundraiser
When: August 15, 2008 - Friday
5 p.m.
Where: The Mint, 1942 Market, San Francisco
What: Calling all divas! Fundraiser for Mark Sanchez - Supervisor in District Nine. Join the campaign at the Mint with karaoke, cocktails. The liquor starts rolling and the Madonna songs start getting butchered.
Information: www.marksanchez.org
August 16, 2008 - Saturday
Alamo Square Neighborhood Association Annual Flea Market
When: August 16, 2008 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: ASNA Flea Market, Scott Street, Hayes to Fulton, San Francisco
Information: Erinne Morse erinne.morse@alamosq.org
Community Day at SF Victory Garden
When: August 16, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: In front of City Hall, San Francisco
What: Neighborhood Empowerment Network, the Slow Food Nation and the Sustainable Living Roadshow announced first ever Community Day at the San Francisco Victory Garden. The goal of the garden is to help communities learn about new ways the can reconnect with food and building community at the same time. Fun interactive carnival style games, roadshow, puppet shows, guided tours, resource fair. Free
Information: 415-554-7011 nen@sfgov.org
David Chiu
When: August 16, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: 1323 Polk Street (between Bush and Pine) San Francisco
What: Doorhanger mobilization. Will be walking throughout District 3.
Information: Ramie Dare ramiedare@yahoo.com 415-828-8246
Community Block Party
When: August 16, 2008 - Saturday:
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Buchanan Street between Hayes and Grove Streets, San Francisco
What: Neighborhood Baptist Church in collaboration with Hayes Valley Community Partners United, will host a Community Block Party. Free food, entertainment, children's activities, voter registration and community resource tables.
Information: Neighborhood Baptist Church 415-621-8748
90th Anniversary of the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
When: August 16, 2008 - Saturday
11 a.m.
Where: 1600 block of Stockton Street at Washington Square Park in North Beach
What: 90th Anniversary with entertainment, arts and crafts, Italian culture, folk dancing. Mayor Gavin Newsom, former Supervisor Angela Alioto and others.
City Democratic Club - Summer Garden Party with Former Mayor Willie Brown
When: August 16, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 5 p.m.
Where: call 415-626-1140 for location - Duboce Triangle
What: Annual Summer Garden Party with Former Mayor Willie Brown. $10. members $20. non members $20. Half of the proceeds from annual party will go to the Bologna Family Fund.
Information: info@citydemocraticclub.org 415-923-5252
August 17, 2008 - Sunday
Barack Obama will be in San Francisco today for a fundraiser at the Fairmont .
SF4Democracy PAC Recommendation Meeting
When: August 17, 2008 - Sunday
Noon to 6 p.m. - hours maybe changed to 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Northern District Police Station, Community Room at 1125 Fillmore Street between Turk and Golden Gate
What: Candidates for local office and proponents and opponents of the various local and State measures for the November election will be interviewed.
Information: sf4dem.com
Panhandle Bike Swap - Summer Party
When: August 17, 2008 - Sunday
Noon
Where: The Panhandle, San Francisco
What: Party and Bike Swap. Benefits The Cycles of Change. Bartering, events, raffles, competitions. Bring your old usuable parts and fill our world famous "donation bin".
Long Hot Summer
When: August 17, 2008 - Sunday
5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Orson, 508 Fourth Street, San Francisco (cross street - Bryant).
What: San Francisco Leadership Council of GLAAD (Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) is raising a glass in honor of Mayor Gavin Newsom and his pioneering efforts to advance marriage for gay couples. The bash is co-chaired by Chloe Harris and Frankie Frankeny will be held at Orson and will feature food from Traci Des Jardins of Jardiniere; Elizabeth Falkner of Citizen Cake and Orson; Robbie Lewis of Bacar; Top Chef alumni Jennifer Biesty and Zoi Antonitsas; Joey Altman of Bay Cafe and Miss Pearl's Jam House; Mark Sullivan of Spruce; Paul Arenstam of Americano; James Schenk of Destino. Desserts will be provided by Miette, Humphrey Slocombe artisan ice cream, Blue Bottle Coffee and TeaGW.
Jacqueline Patterson of Orson and Scott Baird of 15 Romolo will mix drinks provided by Sagatiba Cachaca, Remy Single Vintage, and Damrak Gin; wine provided by Swirl Wine Brokers.
Live and silent auction items. Live entertainment, fashion show and Donna Sachet will emcee. $75. 777-1508
Source: www.tablehopper.com
August 18, 2008 - Monday
*Middle Polk Neighborhood Association
When: August 18, 2008 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, Polk and Washington, San Francisco (I believe this is a coffee house)
What: General meeting - discussion about the diversity of the neighborhood retail stores and how the neighborhood can support their local merchants.
Information and RSVP: frank@middlepolk.org
North Beach Master Planning Workshop
When: August 18, 2008 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: St. Peter Paul School Auditorium, 660 Filbert Street San Francisco.
August 19, 2008 - Tuesday
Eric Mar
When: August 19, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Bazaar Cafe, 5927 California Street (between 21st and 22nd Avenue, San Francisco
What: The Peaceniks perform their radical folk music at this benefit concert for Eric Mar. Hosted by Sue Vaughan, Sandra Schwartz, Vicki Leidner and Mike Wong. ericmar.com
Information: 415-505-2962.
Tommy Chong
When: August 19, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Books Inc in Opera Plaza, 601 Van Ness, San Francisco
What: Tommy Chong will discuss his book "Cheech & Chong".
Information: booksinc.net
August 20, 2008 - Wednesday
United Educators Executive Board Meeting
When: August 20, 2008 - Wednesday
4:15 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Secondary School, 727 Golden Gate Ave. San Francisco
What: Executive Board Meeting UESF COPE Committee School Board Endorsement Meeting
Information: www.uesf.org
Mission Streetscape Plan Public Meeting
When: August 20, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Women's Building Auditorium, 3543 18th Street at Valencia, San Francisco
What: Second Mission Streetscape Plan public meeting; the SF Planning Department wants our feedback on the community-developed vision for streets in the Mission District.
Information:http://missionstreets.sfplanning.org
Endorsement Meeting for District One - Richmond District Democratic Club
When: August 20, 2008 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Richmond Police Station Community Room, 6th Avenue between Geary and Anza, S.F.
What: Endorsement for Supervisor in District One. Presentations by nine candidates for Supervisor. Note: Regular RDDC meeting date on fourth Thursday conflicts with Barack Obama's scheduled acceptance speech at the Democratic National Convention in Denver; hence the change.
Information: Richard Hansen 752-9412
SF4Democracy PAC General Membership Meeting
When: August 20, 2008 - Wednesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Northern District Police Station, Community Room @ 1125 Fillmore Street between Turk and Golden Gate.
What: Agenda includes endorsements for the November General Election.
Information: sf4dem.com
August 21, 2008 - Thursday
SPUR - San Francisco's Sunday Streets
When: August 21, 2008 - Thursday
12:30
Where: 312 Sutter Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco
What: Noontime forum regarding Sunday Streets. Learn from Cheryl Brinkman, president of Livable City and Wade Crowfoot of Mayor Gavin Newsom's office about the details of and philosophy behind the proposal to bring the parks to the people. $5. non-members
Information: www.spur.org
August 22, 2008 - Friday
Joseph Alioto Jr. for Supervisor
When: August 22, 2008 - Friday
6 p.m. VIP Reception 7 to 9 p.m. General Admission
Where: Dragon Bar, 473 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Joseph Alioto, Jr. with special performances by The Sofa Kings and Baron Von Luxxury $50 Fan, $125 Groupie, $250 Rock Star, $500 Prodigy
RSVP: Sarah Zeiger at 415-402-0303 or sarazeiger@gmail.com
August 25 to August 28, 2008
2008 Democratic National Convention - Denver
August 28, 2008 - Thursday
Live from Denver
When: August 28, 2008 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency, 5 Embarcadero Center, Grand Ballroom - Ground Floor
What: San Francisco celebrates Barack Obama's Nomination. Watch the Acceptance Speech on Live Video Feed. Donation will be requested.
Details to Follow.
August 29, 2008 - Friday
San Francisco Labor Council Pre-Labor Day Breakfast "Yes We Can!"
When: August 29, 2008 - Friday
8 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What: Pre-Labor Day Breakfast with keynote speaker Assemblyman Mark Leno. Introduction of SFLC Endorsed Candidates - updates from Rank and File Workers in contract fights and organizing drives. Tickets $75. RSVP to Emily Nelson 415-440-4809. Checks made out to SF Labor Council, sent to 1188 Franklin Street, Suite 203, San Francisco, Ca. 94013
Information:
Mark Leno endorses Mark Sanchez for Supervisor in District Nine. Source: Tim Redmond - San Francisco Bay Guardian
Eva Royale - Candidate for supervisor in District Nine - has website up: evaroyale.com
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