Sunday, August 3, 2008

San Francisco Political Calendar as of August 4th















August 4, 2008 - Monday

UCSF Mission Bay Hospital Community Meeting
When: August 4, 2008 - Monday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: UCSF Mission Bay Campus, Genentech Hall, Room N-114, 600 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on the landscaping plans and provide an update on exterior design.
Information: www.communityucsf.edu

August 5, 2008 - Tuesday

District 9 Neighborhood Merchants Summit
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where: San Francisco City College Mission Campus, 1125 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and the Office of Supervisor Tom Ammiano will present the District 9 Neighborhood Merchants Summit in conjunction with local businesses and neighborhood associations to bring district merchants together with their supervisor and city officials to discuss their specific concerns and issues. Topics included: Neighborhood beautification (graffiti clean-up, trash pick-up), lease negotiation, Small Business Assistance Center update. Representatives from the San Francisco Police Department and other city departments and small business resource providers will be on hand to provide information and answer specific questions. This is a free event. Merchants not located in District 9 are invited to attend.
Information and to Register: contact Maya Lewis 415-352-8840 mlewis@sfchamber.com

Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Crissy Field, San Francisco
What: Grand opening celebration to kick off "Cool Globes: Hot Ideas for a Cooler Planet". Outdoor art exhibit that highlights climate change and the simple things each of us can do in our everyday lives to prevent it. The exhibit features 40 custom-designed 5-foot globes - each depicting a solution to the climate crisis. Exhibit will be from August 5th to October 12th.
Grand opening celebration is free, live music, refreshments and a program featuring Carl Pope from Sierra Club , San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom and Cool Globes Found Wendy Abrams. Afterwards there will be a tour. RSVP coolglobes@jtpr.com
Information: www.coolglobes.com

Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center Community BBQ
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center, 3925 Noriega Street at 46th Avenue, S.F.
What: Free community celebration. Free food and music.
Information: Darrow 415-694-1287
Source: theavenuesblog.com

7th Annual Western Addition/Hayes Valley National Night Out
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
5 to 8 p.m.
Where: Hayes Valley Playground, 699 Hayes Street @ Buchanan.
What: Join neighbors, friends, families, police and elected officials to share food, entertainment, and safety resource fair. Learn how to build a safer community through active community planning.
Information: safety@hayesvalleysf.org www.hayesvalleysf.org

*Potrero Hill Democratic Club
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro, San Francisco
What:
1. Update on Obama campaign.
2. Election to replace First Vice President.
3. Speakers Prop and Con regarding the 12 State Propositions on the November ballot. These include a threat to marriage equality, yet another parental notification/anti-choice measure, and a redistricting proposal. One- time Hill resident former Supervisor Jim Gonzales will speak on his renewal energy measure. Q&A to follow each speaker. Quentin Kopp will speak on High Speed Rail Authority.
Note: For regular members who joined at least 60 days before the meeting, your choice: vote on endorsements that night, or take more time and return your ballot to 1459 18th Street, Box 152, 94107 before August 12th, at which time the Club officers will count the ballots publicly at Farley's. If you miss the meeting, request an emailed ballot to return as above.
Information: phdemclub.org 415-648-6740

*Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street (at Octavia), San Francisco
What: Discuss candidate questionnaires for our September candidate endorsements and other issues related to the Club's endorsement process.
Information: milkclub.org Catherine Cusic ccusic@pacbell.net

*LGBT Obama Steering Committee Meeting
When: August 5, 2008 - Tuesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, S.F.
Information: Rebecca Prozan prozan@gmail.com

August 6, 2008 - Wednesday

*Bryant Terry
When:
August 6, 2008 - Wednesday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Bayview Hunters Point Farmer's Market, 3rd Street between Oakdale and Palou. (across from Bayview Opera House and Joe Lee Gym).
What: Come on down for a free cooking demonstration by national recognized Oakland based Chef Bryant Terry , Author and Food Justice Activist. He will whip up delicious, healthy, affordable, easy, local, organic recipes. Sponsored by Community Alliance with Family Farmers, Growers' Collaborative distribution venture, SF Dept. of the Environment, and Hunters Point Family.
Information: Josh Edge 510-822-4625

*Transit Center District Plan
When: August 6, 2008 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: San Francisco State University Downtown Campus, 835 Market Street, Room 626/627, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Planning Department is hosting a meeting to receive oral comments regarding the Transit Center District Plan.
Source: Rincon Hill Examiner- Jamie Whitaker www.examiner.com


Neighborhood Parks Council - "Summer Social"
When:
August 6, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Patricia's Green at Hayes and Octavia, San Francisco
What: NPC invites you to a celebration. Connect with fellow park advocates . Live music, food, drinks, volunteer recognition presentation and an opportunity to celebrate with your park community.
RSVP Luiz Guevara council@sfnpc.org 415-621-3260


San Francisco for Democracy Federal Action
When: August 6, 2008 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Schroeder's, 240 Front Street, San Francisco
What: Meeting will discuss the race for the White House, the Democratic Party platform and the fight against California's anti-marriage equality initiative.
Panel on Clinton -Obama unity panel will include tentatively Rebecca Prozan, Susan Pfeiffer, Debra Walker and Laura Spanjian.
Susan Pfeiffer and Obama activist Anhoni Patel will talk about Obama support groups.
There will be a spokesperson from No on 8.
Information: communications@sf4democracy.com

August 7, 2008 - Thursday

Eric Mar
When: August 7, 2008 - Thursday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: Toy Boat Dessert Cafe, 401 Clement Street, 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.
Information: ericmar.com

Upper Market Community Design Plan
When: August 7, 2008 - Thursday
Where: San Francisco Planning Commission - agenda not posted yet.
What: Tentatively Planning Commission to review Upper Market Community Design Plan.
Market-Dolores Neighborhood Group - www.MDNG.org has been formed to oppose above plan.
Source: Bay Area Reporter www.ebar.com

Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers
When: August 7, 2008, Thursday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Union Square, San Francisco
Information: www.unionsquarepark.us

*Bay Guardian - 2008 Best of the Bay Party
When: August 7, 2008 - Thursday
Where: 1015 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: A celebration of Bay Area independence. Free event.
Information: www.sfbg.com

August 8, 2008 - Friday

Summer Olympics - Live NBC Beijing
NBCOlympics.com
3,600 hours of coverage

Bill Maher Live
When: August 8, 2008 - Friday
8 p.m.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall in San Francisco
Information: ticketmaster.com

August 9, 2008 - Saturday

*Carmen Chiu
When:
August 9, 2008 - Saturday
Time: ?
What: Opening of campaign headquarters at 1038 Taraval Street at 22nd Avenue, S.F.
After brief rally they will be hitting the streets to meet voters in the District.
Information: Jeff Pettibone 415-902-7959

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

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, San Francisco (off Laguna, b/w Geary & Ellis
What: Join OPEIU 3 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: 564-1482.

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
7 p.m.
Where: John's Armenian church, 275 Olympia Blvd., San Francisco
What: Supervisor Forum . Candidates from District 4 and District 7. Free
Source: Sunset Beacon

August 12, 2008 - Tuesday

*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

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 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".

August 18, 2008 - Monday

*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

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


*New Items

Information:

California Democratic Party Endorsements - State Propositions
Prop 1 - High Speed Passenger Train Bond act -
Yes
Prop 2 - Treatment of Farm Animal Statue Yes
Prop 3 - Children's Hospital Bond Act. Grant Program Yes
Prop 4 - Waiting period and parental notification before termination of minor's pregnancy. Constitutional No
Prop 5 - Nonviolent offenders. Sentencing, parole and rehabilitation. Statue - Yes
Prop 6 - Criminal penalties and laws, public safety funding - No
Prop 7 - Renewal Energy. Statute No
Prop 8 - Limit on Marriage. Constitutional Amendment No
Prop 9 - Criminal Justice System, victims' rights. Parole. Constitutional Amendment - No
Prop 10 - Bonds. Alternative fuel vehicles and renewal energy. Statue - Neutral
Prop 11 - Redistricting. Constitutional Amendment and Statue. No.

No on Prop. 8 -
2278 Market Street, S.F. (Market and Noe). Old Tower Record Store. Volunteers Tuesday-Sunday 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Phone banking Information: Jeffrey 530-329-3051. Need full time field organizers - send resume to hannah@eqca.org - Hannah Johnson

SF4 Democracy -
Luke Klipp is the new Political Director for SF4Democracy. Luke Klipp was former President of the San Francisco Young Democrats.

Ron Dudum's Headquarters:
2239 Taraval Street (between 32nd Ave. and 33rd Avenue) S.F.
Phone: 415-242-5708
email: info@electdudum.com
Campaign Manager: Tuan A. Nguyen tuan@electdudum.com
Campaign Assistant: michael@electdudum.com

Mike DeNunzio - received San Francisco's Police Officers' Association endorsement for District 3.

Carmen Chu - received San Francisco's Police Officers' Association endorsement for District 4.



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