Monday, October 27, 2008

Political Calendar Update - October 28th




















October 28, 2008 - Tuesday

Last Day for Voters to Request a Vote-by-Mail Ballot to be mailed.
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
Information: www.sfgov.org/elections


World Premier film "Milk. Castro Theatre. www.milkthemovie.com

Steve Ngo - Community College - Fundraiser
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: The Bucheon Gallery, 389 Grove Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser hosted by Susan Christian and Rebecca Prozan. $40.
Information: michael@stevengo.com

George Hamilton
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street , San Francisco
What: George Hamilton will discuss his new book "Tales of Show Business and Life". Wine and cheese reception. $18. non-members.
Information: tickets.commonwealthclub.org

Behind the Scenes - The JCRC Gala and Auction
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center of San Francisco
What: Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club and Jewish Community Relations Council co-sponsor "Behind the Scenes" Gala and Silent Auction. Honoring individuals who have stood up for our community - let's now stand up and thank them:
Rita Semel Jewish - Civic Leadership Award: Natalie Berg, Founding member of the Wallenberg Club
Courageous Leadership Award:
President Robert Corrigan, San Francisco State University
Reverend Douglas Huneke, Westminster Presbyterian Church
Reverend Dr. Archer Summers, First United Methodist Church
Honorable Tom Lantos Memorial Humanitarian Award:
Gayle Donsky Martina Knee Gerri Miller.
On line auction: bid to participate in spectacular behind-the scenes opportunities with elected officials, deals on great experiences and restaurants and much more at JCRC's online auction at www.jcrc.cmarket.com!
Information and to purchase tickets contact rbernstein@jcrc.org or visit www.jcrc.org

Joseph Alioto, Jr. - District Three - Final Fall Bash
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
6 p.m. VIP Reception
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. General Admission
Where: The Dirty Martini, 2801 Leavenworth Street, San Francisco
What: Final Fall Bash. Host committee: Patrick Alioto, John Baker, Peter Boer, Regina Callan, Bridget Cannata, Chelsea Cannata, Liza an Joseph Cannara, Paul Capurro, Cesar Contreras, Michele Curtis, Maya Draisin an Mike Farrah, Jr., Michael Ehrlich, Anne Farrah, Justin Fichelson, Ron Fiore, Rodney Fong, Bill Franchey, Erica Galos Alioto, Dominique Glynn, Matt Kliszewski, Hilary Newsom Callan and Geoff Callan, Erik Noland, Tamara Odisho Benjamin and Paul Benjamin, Soleil Teubner, Joey Toboni. Special Performance: Eoin Harrington
$50. Fan $125 Groupie, $250 Rock Star $500 Producer
RSVP Sarah Zeiger sarahzeiger@gmail.com

San Francisco Police Effectiveness Review
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: UCSF Parnassus Campus - Millberry Union, 500 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Police Department and Office of the Controller invite you take part in public workshops regarding the future of the SFPD. Come hear the recommendations resulting from a year-long Organization Assessment of the San Francisco Police Department and provide your feedback on everything from district station and investigative staffing to officer recruitment, training and use of force.
Information: www.sfpolicereview.org

San Francisco School Board Meeting -
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
Meeting starts at 6 p.m.
Where: Everett Middle School, San Francisco
What: Regular scheduled school board meeting. Resolution to be presented as an alternative to JROTC that would offer leadership training for the district's students without military overtones
Information: www.sfusd.ed

David Chiu - District Three - SUPERParty 2008
When: October 28, 2008 - Tuesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Mercury Lounge, 1582 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: SUPERPARTY 2008 - Music and Comedy - Hosted by Friends of David Chiu: Rich Pio Roda, Keith Kamisugi, Dale Minami, Lovely Dhillon, Brian Wang, Ben Wan, Keesa Ocampo, Genevieve Jopanda and John Lyn. Performances by Emy Tseng, Joseph Nguyen, Loren Kraut, Kevin Munroe and indie alternative rock band Lumaya.
RSVP cynwang@gmail.com
Information: votedavidchiu.org

October 29, 2008 - Wednesday

*Chris Jackson - City College
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
8 a.m.
Where: West Portal Muni Station, San Francisco
What: GOTV with Assemblywoman Fiona Ma to help Prop 1A - High Speed Rail and Chris Jackson.
Information: emily@christjackson4collegeboard.com


San Francisco Democratic Party-Many Voices/One Vision
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. cocktails and silent auction
7:00 p.m. Dinner and Program
Where: Mark Hopkins Hotel, 999 California Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraising dinner with Keynote Speaker Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House; Special Guest: Congresswoman Jackie Speier. Honoring: Visionary Leadership Award: Mayor Gavin Newsom and City Attorney Dennis Herrera; Trailblazer Award: Mike Anders and Sue Bierman Memorial Award: Susan Pfieffer.
Sponsors: Platinum: State Senator Leland Yee, Assemblywoman Fiona Ma, Platinum Advisors, SEIU-United Health Care Workers West, John M. Malcolm, Janet and Clint Reilly Champion: Senator John Burton, Supervisor Aaron Peskin, Birmingham Properties, AECOM, CH2M Hill, Agar Jaicks, Jane Morrison, Joan Wulf Benefactor: Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, Supervisor Tom Ammiano, City Attorney Dennis Herrera, Luxor Cabs, Sprinkler Fitters Local 483, Yellow Cab Cooperative Inc., Jeremiah Hallisey, Melanie Nutter and Levi Oliphant, Mary and Michael Silver Table Host: Assemblyman Mark Leno, State Board of Equalization Vice-Chairwoman Betty Yee, Barbary Coast Consulting, California Teachers Association, DeSoto Cab, Pacific Park Management, Dennis and Hene Kelly, Victor and Farah Makras, Marcia Smolens, Wilson Meany Sullivan, Debra Walker. Democratic Club Table Host: Democratic Women's Forum, Noe Valley Democratic Club, Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club, San Francisco Young Democrats Contributor: District Attorney Kamala D. Harris, National Cab, Town Taxi, Oz Erickson, Denise LaPointe Supporter: Supervisor Carmen Chu, Supervisor Chris Daly, Supervisor Sean Elsbernd, Royal Taxi, San Francisco Building and Constructin Trades Council, Theatrical Stage Employees, Local 16, United Educators of San Francisco, John Avalos, David Campos, David Chiu, Bob Dockendorff, Eric Mar, Denise McCarthy, Marsha Rosenbaum Friend: State Senator Carole Migden, Sheriff Michael Hennessey, Treasurer Jose Cisneros, Assessor Recorer Phil Ting, District Three Democratic Club, Emerge CA, Stearns Consulting, Michael Goldstein, Rafael Mandelman, Connie O'Connor, Jeffrey Pollack, Laura Spanjian, Matt Tuchow
Tickets are $150 each and up.
Information and purchasing tickets on line: www.sfdemocrats.org info@sfdemocrats.org

San Francisco Police Effectiveness Review
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Visitacion Valley Middle School, 450 Raymond Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Police Department and Office of the Controller invite you take part in public workshops regarding the future of the SFPD. Come hear the recommendations resulting from a year-long Organization Assessment of the San Francisco Police Department and provide your feedback on everything from district station and investigative staffing to officer recruitment, training and use of force.
Information: www.sfpolicereview.org

*District Nine Debate
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Precita Center, 534 Precita between Florida and Alabama, San Francisco
What: Meet the candidates for a question and answer session. Sponsored by Precita Valley Neighbors, Rolph Playground Neighbors, San Jose/Guerrero Neighbors and East Mission Improvement Association.

Steve Ngo - City College
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Butterfly Restaurant, Pier 33, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser hosted by Genevieve Jopanda, Tina Lee, Keesa Ocampo and Rich Pio Roda. Personalized appetizer menu prepared by chef Rob Lam. $75. donation, reduced to $50 only with a $25. matching donation to No on 8.
Information: michael@stevengo.com

Ron Dudum - District Four
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
7 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Java Beach, 2650 Sloat Blvd (at 45th Ave.) San Francisco - across from the zoo.
What: Hear Ron Dudum and ask him questions.
Information: electdudum.com

*Eric Mar - District One - Fundraiser
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Kowloon Tong Desserts, 393 7th Avenue, between Clement and Geary, S.F.
What: Dine on Kowloon Tong sweets with Sandra Fewer, Jane Kim and Sarah Lipson
Sample snow frog papaya boats, strawberry madnesses, and I.C. Waffle Sandwiches for Eric Mar for Supervisor. Donations to the Eric Mar for Supervisor campaign greatly appreciated.
RSVP: 415-422-0360
Information: ericmar.com


Candlestick Point - State Park for the People -
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission Street at 9th Street (use Van Ness or Civic Center Stations, San Francisco
What: Nature in the City partners with Shaping SF to bring you forum on how Candlestick Park is being transformed. Speakers include Alan Hopkins, Golden Gate Audubon Society; Patrick Rump, Literacy for Environmental Justice; Claude Everhart of Friends of Candlestick
Information: www.natureinthecity.org (great website!)

District One - Town Hall Meeting
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
8 to 9 p.m.
Where: The University of San Francisco McLaren Hall, Lone Mountain, San Francisco
What: Candidates will discuss affordable housing, small business issues, transportation improvements, neighborhood safety, parks beautification and road and playground maintenance.
Source : ericmar.com

Voices of Latin Rock - Eva Royale - District Nine
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
8 to 11 p.m.
Where: Great American Music Hall, 859 OFarrell Street, San Francisco
What: Voices of Latin Rock featuring members of Malo, Santana, Abel and the Prophets, Sly and The Family Stone, War and Tower of Power. Plus many special guests and a special reception and celebration for Eva Royale, Candidate for Supervisor San Francisco. Doors open at 7 p.m. for reception. $30. advance, $35 at Door. Portion of proceeds to benefit UFW (United Farm Workers).
Information: www.gamh.com

OBAMA Fundraiser
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
8 p.m.
Where: Element Lounge, 1028 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: Napalm Clique and Eklectyk Creative Media present their music video "We Need A President (it's Obama)". Live Hip Hop, R & B, Reggae, and Latin music $5. with student ID ages 21+
Source: www.yelp.com

*Isabel Allende
When: October 29, 2008 - Wednesday
8 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California Street, S.F.
What: Hear author Isabel Allende speak about her books. $25.
Information: tickets.jccsf.org


October 30, 2008 - Thursday

*Gathering of Palin Look-Alikes: Costumed Protest!
When: October 30, 2008 - Thursday
5 to 6 p.m.
Where: Under the big rainbow flage at Castro at Market Street, San Francisco
What: It's a gathering of Palins! Paint the town lipstick red!. After photos, they will go all over town in a parade of Palinistas!
Source: www.yelp.com

David Chiu - District Three
When: October 30, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Sweeties, 475 Francisco Street, San Francisco
What: North Beach Reception for David Chiu. All are invited to this free and public event to meet David Chiu and discuss the issues.
Information: votedavidchiu.org

San Francisco Board of Education Candidates Forum
When: October 30, 2008 - Thursday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Community School, 125 Excelsior Avenue, S.F.
What: Teach for America is co-sponsoring School Board Candidates Forum. RSVP required: rebekka.sullender@teachforamerica.org
Source: Kimberly Wicoff

October 31, 2008 - Friday

*31st Halloween Kids Party at Cafe Neon
4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Cafe Neon, 1801 McAllister, San Francisco
What: District 5 Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi will lead the kids in a parade down McAllister Street at 6 p.m (walking between Baker and Lyon) and then the kids will trick or treat down the 600 and 500 blocks of Baker Street to the 1500 block of Grove (cordoned off to traffic).

*San Francisco Halloween Festival
When: October 31, 2008 - Friday
4 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Where: AT&T Ball Park Lot A Parking Lot
What: San Francisco Halloween Festival. Free Admission. Performing Live: Martha Wash, Caroline Lund, Donna Sachet, Big Brother and the Holding Company, Christian George A Tribute to Jimi Hendrix, Retro San Francisco Sound, John Santos, The Latin All Stars, Vagaboom, Loco Bloco, High Decibels, Cockatelia, Foga Na Roupa, Sonicboom, J-Billion, Forrest Day, DJ Bobby A, Cougars Drumline.
Pie Eating Contest, Say Boo to the Flu, Kids Play Zone, face painting, arts and crafts, Dia De Los Muertos, Green zone, Drag Queen Contest, Haunted House, Art Cars, Kids-Youth-adult Costume Contest, Hope and Beyond Projects, Summer of Love Stage
Information: www.sfhalloweenfestival.com

*John Avalos - District 11 - Dia de los Muertos Bicycle Caravan
When: October 31, 2008 - Friday
5 to 6 p.m.
Where: 4802 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Meet at headquarters and ride through the District sporting costumes and face-paint.
Information: avalos08.com

*Sue Lee - District One - Halloween on Clement Street
When: October 31, 2008 - Friday
5:30 to 11 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 248 Clement Street (at 4th Avenue), San Francisco
What: Halloween on Clement Street. Join Sue Lee for treats, movies and fun. Come dressed in a costume. All ages welcomed.
Information: sueleeforsupervisor.com

November 1, 2008 - Saturday

*Carmen Chiu - District Four
When: November 1, 2008 Saturday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: 1038 Taraval, San Francisco
What: Door hanging reminders.
Information: info@carmenchu2008.com

*Rachael Norton - School Board - Precinct Walk
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: Martha's , 3868 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Precinct walk for Rachael
Information: events@rachaelnorton.com

*Mobilization for Eric Mar and Yes on Prop M
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where:Headquarters 4328 Geary (at 7th Avenue), San Francisco
What: Go door to door or tabling or flyering.
Information: ted@sftu.org

*Denise McCarthy - District Three
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 1920 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Voter Outreach.
Information: denisemccarthyforsupervisor.com

*Sue Lee - District One
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: GOTV doorhanger walk. Headquarters, 248 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Remind people to vote. Refreshments and pastries provided.
Information: sueleeforsupervisor.com

No on Prop 8 Rally
When: November, 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Where: No on Prop 8 Headquarters, 2278 Market Street, San Francisco (Second Floor)
What: No on Prop 8 rally. Join local celebrities, elected officials in moilizing to win. Phone banking and visibility to follow.

*Yes on H
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: Global Exchange office, 2017 Mission Street, 2nd Floor (near 16th Street & Mission Street Bart, San Francisco
What: Precinct Walking. Morning snacks and then walk in pairs in precincts to drop literature.
RSVP: june@sfcleanenergy.com

*Ahsha Safai - District 11
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: Headquarters, 4750 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Election Day mobilization rally!.
Information: www.ahshasafai.com

*Mark Sanchez - District 9
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Headquarters, 988 Valencia St., San Francisco
What: Volunteer mobilization
Information: marksanchez.org


Bicycle for D1, D3, and D11
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
11:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Start at the David Chiu HQ, 1323 Polk Street, ride throug D3, then ride to D11 to support John Avalos; and end up at the Eric Mar for Supervisor HQ, 4328 Geary Blvd.
What: Join Dan Nguyen-Tan and other cyclists for a leisurely ride through the hills of North Beach, along the Bay to the Excelsior and Crocker -Amazon, and then out to Ocean Beach and back to Eric Mar for Supervisor Headquarters. Free - donations welcomed.
RSVP: 415-422-0360
Information: ericmar.com

* 14th Annual Soap Box Derby (Bernal Heights)
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
1 p.m.
Where: Cortland Ave. and Moultrie Street, San Francisco
What: Soap Box Derby
Source: laughingsquid.com

*Eric Mar - District One
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
4 to 6 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 4328 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: Day of the GOTV Deadline. Meet and mingle with urban legend Supervisor Tom Ammiano, Richmond Labor and Community Organizer Shirley Breyer Black; Public Defender Jeff Adachi; and Community Organizer Jeannie Battalones. Donations to the Eric Mar for Supervisor campaign are appreciated.
RSVP ericmar08@gmail.com

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - No on Prop 8 Fundraiser
When: November 1, 2008 - Saturday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: Bucheon Gallery, 398 Grove Street, San Francisco
What: No on Prop 8 Fundraiser. Join School Board candidate Barbara Lopez, School Board President Mark Sanchez and co-hosts Scott O'Brien and Munir Bayyari for some fun, food and drink specials.
Information: www.eqca.org/mypage/Alice

November 2, 2008 - Sunday

Daylight savings time ends

* 2008 Dia De Los Muertos
When: November 2, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Plaza 16 (16th Mission Bart & 16th Street & Mission Streets)
What: The Mission Community Council invites you to participate in Dia De Los Muertos. Danza, Drum circle, healing arts, paper flowers, candle decorating, coloring, papel picado, information table healing resources, violence prevention, family support, create an altar remember and honor those who have passed in our community
Information: info@micocosf.org

*Sue Lee - District One
When: November 2, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m.
Where: GOTV doorhanger walk. Headquarters, 248 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Remind people to vote. Refreshments and pastries provided.
Information: sueleeforsupervisor.com

*Carmen Chiu - District Four
When: November 2, 2008 - 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sunday
Where: 1038 Taraval, San Francisco
What: Door changing reminders.
Information: info@carmenchu2008.com

*Yes on H
When: November 2, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m.
Where: Global Exchange office, 2017 Mission Street, San Francis
What: Precinct Walking.
RSVP june@sfcleanenergy.com

*Mark Sanchez - District 9
When: November 2, 2008 - Sunday
10:30 a.m.
Where: 988 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Volunteer mobilization.
Information: marksanchez.org

November 3, 2008 - Monday

David Chiu - District Three
When: November 3, 2008 - Monday
7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 1323 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Walk throughout the District Three neighborhoods.
Information: votedavidchiu.com

November 4, 2008 - Tuesday

Election Day - Vote!

*Mark Sanchez - District 9
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
4 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 988 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Get out and vote! Wear red and rock the election!
Information: marksanchez.org

*Sue Lee - District One
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
6 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Where: Ireland's 32, 3920 Geary at 3rd Ave.
What: Election day doorhangers with the SF Firefighters 6 a.m.
Where: Headquarters, 248 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Precinct tape checking and door knocking. - 4 p.m.
Information: sueleeforsupervisor.com

*David Chiu - District 3
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 1328 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Get out the Vote for David Chiu and Obama!
Information: votedavidchiu.org

*District Three Democratic Club Election Night Party
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
4 p.m. to Midnight
Where: King Cha Cha, 1268 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
What: Election Night party. Thai food will be provided. Tony Gantner (District 3 candidate) will be joining for the evening. District Three will buy a house round (a drink of your choice) if and when Senator Obama is confirmed as the winner.
Information: www.d3dc.org
Source: www.yelp.com

*Politics at Poleng Lounge
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
Time: unknown
Where: Poleng Lounge, 1751 Fulton Street@ Masonic, San Francisco
What: Watch the undisputed Presidential Championship of the World.
Information: polenglounge.com
Source: NOPA

*Freedom of Art: Election Night '08
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
6 to 11 p.m.
Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts, 701 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts invites all the artists, art lovers and artistic citizens of San Francisco to watch up-to-minute election coverage. Free pizza when the polls close! You can write on the walls, tell us what you think the world will look like in four years, help create a time capsule to commemorate this historic event. It's Free. (but there will be a surcharge for adult beverages). Sponsors: Hard Knock Radio/KPFA, Goat Hill Pizza
Source: www.yelp.com

*Troubletown Election Nite Party
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
6:3o p.m.
Where: The Riptide, 3639 Taraval Street, San Francisco
What: Art show and book signing with cartoonist Lloyd Dangle to celebrate 20 years of his strip Troubletown. Will have an interactive election map, goofy photo-ops with the candidates, depression era drink prices and free food. Bonus: Will show the Daily Show and Colbert Report Election Night Coverage.
Source: www.yelp.com

*Congresswoman Jackie Speier
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Machinists Hall, 1511 Rollins Road, Burlingame, Ca.
What: Watch election results as the polls close on this historic election night. Entertainment by Phil Waddingham and The City Slickers Band. Refreshments.
Information: info@jackieforcongress.com

*John Avalos - District 11
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
8 p.m. til we drop
Where: Club Bottom's Up, 4704 Mission Street at Persia, San Francisco
What: Election Night Celebration. Eating, drinking and watching the returns. Dj's Rudy C and J-Bird (Pacific Sound)
Information: Jonathan Wright jonathantwright@gmail.com

*Yes on H and League of Young Voters
After the polls are closed
Where: El Rio bar, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Election night party.
Information: june@sfcleanenergy.com

*Ahsha Safai - District 11
When: November 4, 2008 - Tuesday
After polls close.
Where: Pissed Off Pete's (it's a bar), 4528 Mission Street, S.F. (between Brazil & Excelsior)
What: Celebrate.
Information: www.ahshasafai.com


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