Sunday, April 24, 2011

San Francisco Political Events - District 11 Budget Town Hall Meeting








 On  Thursday, April 21st District 11 Budget Town Hall meeting was held at James Denman Middle School with Supervisor John Avalos from District Eleven and Mayor Ed Lee.

The Town Hall meeting gave an opportunity for members of District Eleven to voice their priorities and demands for the allocation of funding and resources in this year's City Budget.

Co-Sponsors:
Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center
Boys and Girls Club of San Francisco
CARECEN Central American Resources Center
Catholic Charities CYO
Colemand Advocates
Communities United for Health and Justice
District 11 Council
Excelsior Action Group
Excelsior Conveners
Excelsior Family Convener
Filipino Community Center
Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program
Mission YMCA
OMI Community Collaborative
OMI Excelsior/Beacon Center
Our Kids First
Out of Site
PODER (People Organized to Demand Environmental and Economic Rights)

Attendees City and County of San Francisco:
Supervisor Carmen Chu
Greg Wagner, Mayor's Budget Director
Jeff Godown, Chief of Police
Barbara Garcia, Director, Department of Public Health
Phil Ginsburg, Director, Recreation and Parks Department
Anne Hinton, Director Aging and Adult Services
Douglas Shoemaker, Director, Mayor's Office of Housing
Maria Su, Director, Department of Children, Youth and Families
Trent Rhorer, Director, Human Services Administration

(from Program handed out)

April 25, 2011 - Monday


City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38260
Supervisors: John Avalos, Eric Mar, Sean Elsbernd
Information: sfbos.org

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38261
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

State Senator Leland Yee - Honoring Zoe Dunning
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: State Senator Leland Yee is honoring retired Navy Commander Zoe Dunning as the 2011 Woman of the Year for the 8th Senate District.  Dunning has been an outspoken civil rights leader who helped repeal the United States military's "Dont' Ask, Don't Tell" policy.
Open to the public.


The MAGIC Show
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. Reception
7:15 p.m. Program
Where: Yoshi's San Francisco, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Ed LeeCommissioner London Breed and Kimberlei Evans Dixon for a night of MAGIC to benefit summer programming in the Western Addition.
Featuring performances by  Pop Lyfe, Magicians and more.
Ticket  Prices: $75. regular, $50. community $20. Youth.  Sliding scale.  No one turned away for lack of funds.
Reserve tickets: info@momagic.org

Central City Democrats - 5th Anniversary Celebration
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Family Apartments Community Room 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What:  Central City Democrats (serving District 6 residents and merchants) will celebrate it's 5th Anniversary Annual Meeting at 201 Turk Street.
As part of the celebration:
 Steve Conley Champion Award - Marilyn Jane Isabel recipient
 James Leo Dunn Memorial Award  - Jamie Whitaker recipient
 Guest speakers included Supervisor Bevan Dufty
San Francisco Election's Department presentation
The event is open to the public.
Information: 415-339-8683

Westside Democratic Club - David Chiu and David Onek
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SFPD Taraval Station, Community Room, 2345 Avenue, San Francisco
What: Agenda: Listen to:
David Chiu - candidate for Mayor
David Onek - candidate for District Attorney
Information: info@wdcsf.org

April 26, 2011 - Tuesday


San Francisco Board Of Supervisors - Weekly Meeting
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/ftp/uploadedfiles/bdsupvrs/bosagendas/agendas/2011/BAG042611.pdf
Item from Agenda:
Opposing the Golden Gate National Recreation Area's Draft Off-Leash Policy
Sponsor: Wiener
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Ross Mirkarimi, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco School Board - Regular Meeting
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Regular meeting. Agenda: http://www.sfusd.edu/en/assets/sfusd-staff/about-SFUSD/files/board-agendas/Agenda4262011Revised.pdf
Commissioners: Hydra B. Mendoza, Norman Yee, Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Emily M. Murase, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns.
Information: sfusd.edu

House Party for David Onek for District Attorney
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Address provided upon RSVP
What: Come hear firsthand about David Onek, candidate for District Attorney - hear his vision for criminal justice reform in San Francisco.
Co-Sponsored: John and Amiee Alden, Thea Selby and Robert Johnstone, Gladys Holder Soto
Information and RSVP:  http://bit.ly/hzYdRV  jennifer@davidonek.com

David Chiu  - Community Voices - Jobs/Economic Development
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: CCSF, Mission Campos, 1125 Valencia Street, Room 201, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor David Chiu as he discusses the challenging issue of Jobs and Economic Development in San Francisco
Information: davidchiuformayor.com

Entertainment Commission - Regular Meeting
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfgov2.org/index.aspx?page=2657
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Justin Roja, Tim Benetti, Jim Meko, Neal Cavellini, Al Perez
Information: sfgov2.org

Little Hollywood/Bayshore Heights/Bayside Vista Neighborhood Meeting
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Where: 401 Tunnel Avenue, San Francisco
What: Recology, our neighbor to the south, is planning a comprehensive redevelopment of their Tunnel and Beatty site to include: new recycling and resource recovery facilities, maintenance facilities, administrative offices, and supporting operations buildings.  Join your neighbors to meet with representatives from Recology and discuss your questions and concerns about this development.
Information: http://beta.local.yahoo.com/little-hollywoodbayshor-heightsbayside-vista-neighborhood-meeting-yahoo

From Budget Cuts to the People's Budget: Participatory  Budgeting
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Centro del Pueblo Auditorium, 474 Valencia Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Join the Center for Political Education, SF PODER, JASEcon, the Chinese Progressive Association, San Francisco Community Land TrustShareable.net, Bay Area  Community Exchange for a discussion of Participatory Budgeting and how it could be applied in San Francisco with Josh Lerner and Alderman Joe Moore.
Information: shareable.net/blog/participatory-budgeting-sharing-ower-over-public-resources

Supervisor David Chiu - Community Voices - Jobs/Economic Development
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: CCSF - Mission Campus, 1125 Valencia Street, Room 201, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor David Chiu to discuss the challenging issues of Jobs and Economic Development here in San Francisco.
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com  davidchiuformayor.com

Potrero Hill Boosters - Daggett Triangle Development and San Francisco County Transportation Authority
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting: Agenda:
Look at current plans for the Daggett Triangle Development - vacant land at the corner of 16th  Street and 7th Street.
San Francisco County Transportation Authority (SFCTA) will present the San Francisco Transportation Plan, the long-range countywide transportation plan for San Francisco and the Regional Transportation Plan, the Bay Area's transportation plan for the next 25 years.

Vote for new officers: - Slate:
President - Tony Kelly
VP Advocacy - Dick Millet
VP Membership - Monisha Mustapha
Treasurer - Daphne Magnawa
Recording Secretary - Keith Goldstein
Corresponding Secretary - Dewitt Lacy
Sgt at Arms -Ellen Kernaghan
Auditor 1 - Robin Talmadge
Auditor 2 - Joe Boss
Informationpotreroboosters.org

April 27, 2011 - Wednesday


Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38273
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim (off agenda)
Information: sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38272
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim, Scott Wiener, David Chiu (off agenda)
Information: sfbos.org

Commonwealth Club - Senator Dianne Feinstein
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. check-in
6:00 p.m. program
Where: Mark Hopkins Hotel, Peacock Court, 999 California Street
WhatSenator Dianne Feinstein in conversation with Greg Dalton, Commonwealth Club VP of Special projects. Senator Feinstein will offer her views on what the United States should do to promote democracy in countries attempting to throw off authoritarian regimes.
Tickets: $30. standard, $15 members. Seating in first few rows $65.  standard, $45 members
Information and RSVP: commonwealthclub.org/events/2011-04-27/senator-dianne-feinstein

San Francisco Police Commission
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=3747
Item from Agenda: Chief's report - report on crime statistics, review of recent activities, report regarding Patrol Special Officers' compliance, proof of insurance, uniform compliance, and total number of Patrol Special Officers
Commissoners: Thomas Mazzucco,Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, James T. Hammer, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org

A Night With the Stars 2011
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. VIP Reception
7:00 p.m. Show
Where: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  A Night With the Stars 2011 is one of the most uplifting and entertaining events in San Francisco, featuring unforgettable performances by people who have experienced - and overcome - homelessness.
Dancers, musicians, singers, poets, actors - amazing artists who inspire us with their  performances, and Community Housing Partnership is proud to share the stage with them.  Each artist is paired up with professional artists from the Bay Area, who rehearse and mentor the talented residents to get them ready for A Night with the Stars
VIP Reception $100 (Standard Rate) $50. (Non-Profit Rate) - Green Room, hors d'oeuvres   open bar with beer and wine. $25. Regular performance.

Budget Meeting with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Eric Mar
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Star of the Sea Auditorium, 360 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Budget Meeting with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Eric Mar
Information: eric.l.mar@sfgov.org

The Southeast Community Facility Commission - Malia Cohen
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Alex L. Pitcher, Jr. Community Meeting Room, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfgov3.org/index.aspx?page=641
From the Agenda:
Supervisor Malia Cohen - Will give updates about community and legislation
Andrienne Pon - ED of Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs - Recently released 2010 Census Data Report.
Commissioners: Willie Kennedy, Brigette R. LeBlanc, Theo Ellington, Bobbrie Brown, Karen A. Chung, Armina Brown, Al Norman
Information: 525-821-1534


Smokin' Hot Progressives 2nd Annual Auction
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Public Works, 161 Erie Street, San Francisco
What: Join the New Leaders Council and the Bay Area's young political network for the Smokin' Hot Progressives 2nd Annual Auction.  
New Leaders Council is a national nonprofit whose mission is to train and support the next generation of progressive political entrepreneurs - those who are leading industries, setting trends, and building institutions that support civic and political life in a global America. $20. advance
Information: smokinhotprogressives.com

San Francisco Transit Riders Union - Monthly Meeting
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Mission San Francisco Police Department Community room, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly Meeting.
Information: http://www.sftru.org/

San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, Milton Marks Auditorium, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sfdemocrats.org/sites/default/files/Revised%204-27-11%20DCCC%20agenda.pdf
From agenda: Presentation by District Attorney Candidate Sharmin Bock
Informationhttp://www.sfdemocrats.org/


April 28, 2011 - Thursday


Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: April 28, 2011- Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38266
Supervisors: David Campos, Mark Farrell, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

Supervisor David Chiu - Community Voices - Youth
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco State University, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor David Chiu and they discuss the issues facing San Francisco's Youth.
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com davidchiuformayor.com


San Francisco Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
When: April 28, 2011- Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sfplanning.org/index.aspx?page=2728
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfplanning.org

SPUR - America's Cup and the San Francisco Waterfront
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
WhatKyri McClellan from the Mayor's Office and Brad Benson and Jonathan Stern from the Port of San Francisco lead a discussion of what the America's Cup will mean to San Francisco.
$5. for non-members
Informationspur.org

City and School District Select Committee
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38270
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, John Avalos, Carmen  Chiu
Commissioners: Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Rachel Norton
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Organizing Project - Soul of the City
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday (RSVP by April 21st)
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Foreign Cinema, 2534 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: A Celebration of the San Francisco Organizing Project's past, present and future.  Come applaud our community honorees while you enjoy live music, silent auction and over 18 signature appetizers from the chefs of Foreign Cinema with complimentary  wine and beer.
2011 Honorees:
Community Builder AwardSheriff Michael Hennessey
Community Leadership Awards:
Minister Carl Alexander
Joan Pierson
Alise Vincent 
2011 Sponsors:
The California Endowment, The Hellman Family Foundation, Erika Katske and Rabbi Reuben Zellman, Lennar Urban, Fr. Charles Gagan, Msgr. Mickey McCormick, Margaret Brodkin, Emerald Fund, Inc., Martina Knee, Senator Mark Leno, San Francisco Federal Credit Union, Congregation Sherith Israel, Rev. James Garcia, St. Anthony SF, Nancy Pelosi - U.S. House of Representatives, SFOP  Executive and Citywide Boards, Reid Walden and Darlene Zane, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Sally Ann and Dan Ryan, SF Labor Council, AFL-CIO, Anonyous in honor of Sue England and Michelle Antone, Anonymous in Fond Memory of Dan Ryan, AAA, Rabbi Camille Shira Angel, Arthur Slepian, AT&T, Bank of the West, Bay AREA LISC, Buck Bagot, California Pacific Medical Center, Claudia Jasin, Comcast Foundation, Congregation Beth Solom, Congregation Emanu-e, Congregation Sha'ar Zahav, Corpus Christi,  Denise LaPointe, Diane Wilsey, Erika Katske, Farina Focacia and Cucina Italiana, Heidi Hess and James Rucker, i.e. communications, James Blanding, James Hormel, Jewish Community Federation, Joyce Newstat, Kaiser Permanente, Lorie and Baxter Rice, Mission Dolores, Northern California Board of Rabbis, Platinum Advisors, Providence Baptist Church - Rev. Calvin Jones, Jr., Pastor, Miriam Rivera and Clint Korver, Sawyer Law Group, SFOP Staff, St. Patrick's, St. Paulus, St. Peter's, Stearns Consulting, Union Bank, United Educators of San Francisco, Wells Fargo Bank and Yvonne and Angelo Sangiacomo.

$75.  Buy tickets online sfop.org
 RSVP by April 21st


Budget Meeting with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Hamilton Recreation Center, 1900 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: Discuss the Budget with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
Information: ross.mirkarimi@sfgov.org

Richmond District Democratic Club
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Richmond District Police Station, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Election of directors.  Existing members who wish to vote must renew their membership at the meeting.
Howard Wong from "Save Muni" will speak.
Information: jonathan.foerster@gmail.com

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - H.V.N.A. - General Meeting
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 745 Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: General Meeting.
Presentations Supervisor Jane Kim - Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
Garden for the Environment, other environmental groups.
Informationhayesvalleysf.org

Workers Memorial Day - San Francisco
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: ILWU Local 34 Hall, 801 2nd Street at Embarcadero Street, San Francisco
What: April 28 is an international commemoration day to injured workers and workers killed on the job. Join the California Coalition for Workers Memorial Day in San Francisco.
Initial Speakers:
Dorian Maxwell, TWU 250, a SF Muni operator
Daniel Berman, Author "Death On The Job"
Trent Willis , ILWU Local 10,Coast Safety Committee member
Charles Rachlis, CAPS Industrial Hysienist Health and Safety officer.
Chris Coghlan, TWU 250, a Muni Operator
Patrick Wilkes, injured worker for Old Republic Title Company
Sponsored by California Coalition for Workers Memorial Day
workersmemorialday.org

April 29, 2011 - Friday

The Wedding of the Century! - Kate Middleton and Prince William

California Democratic Party  State Convention
When: April 29th through May lst - Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Where: Sacramento Convention Center
Agendahttp://cademconvention.org/convention-information/event-schedule/
Informationcademconvention.com

California Music and Culture Association -  Mark Farrell
When: April 29, 2011 - Friday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Mamacita, 2317 Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor Mark Farrell for a discussion on public and patron safety around entertainment venues in District 2.
Information: cmacsf.org

Gray Panthers Social Media Outreach Workshop
When: April 29, 2011 - Friday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: UCSF's Laurel Heights' Campus, 3333 California Street, Suite 340, San  Francisco
WhatGray Panthers National Office is hosting a Social Media Outreach Workshop.  The workshop will train participants in conducting social media advocacy, and extend the Gray Panther' online network.  Worshop participants will be assisted by experts with opening a Facebook or Twitter account.
Information: Brooke Hollister brooke.hollister@gmail.com

African American Democratic Club  - Mayoral Candidates
When: April 29, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join the African American Democratic Club as it welcomes Mayoral Candidates Tony Hall, San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera and Joanna Rees for an informal Question and Answer meet and greet.  The candidates will discuss their vision for San Francisco and will answer questions from the members.

April 30, 2011 - Saturday


Malia Cohen - Community Event
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
10:30 a.m. program starts
Where: Palega-Portola Recreation Center, 500 Felton Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor Malia Cohen at a community event.  Meet with your neighbors and fellow District 10 residents.  Food and refreshments will be provided.  Children and families welcome.
RSVP supervisorcohen@gmail.com

The Future of Social Security: Through a Women's Lens
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, Room A, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Hear Barbara Kennelly, CEO of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, interviewed by Catherine Dodd.
Sponsored bySFOWL, SF Commission on the Status of Women
Co-Sponsored bySan Francisco League of Women Voters, SFWPC, California Alliance for Retired Americans, Gray Panthers and Senior Action Network
Free
Informationsfwpc.org/events

OMI United Festival
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Minnie Lovie Ward Recreation Center, 650 Capitol Avenue, San Francisco
What: OMI United Festival.  Rebuilding and Celebrating Together. A festival for all ages.  Dance, music, family activities and community resources.  Free.
Sponsored by: Assemblymember Fiona Ma, Community Volunteers, Mayor's Office of Housing-Community Development Division, Minnie Lovie Ward Recreation Center, OMI Community Collaborative, Rebuilding Together San Francisco, San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Supervisor John Avalos
Information: rebuildingtogethersf.org


David Chiu - Community Voices Policy Meeting - Public Safety
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. (note time change)
Where:  Local Here 2, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco (note address change)
What: Join Supervisor David Chiu in a discussion - "What does Public Safety in San Francisco need to look like?".
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com davidchiuformayor.com

May 1, 2011 - Sunday

North Beach Farmers' Market
When: May 1, 2011 - Sunday (May 1, 2011 to October 2, 2011)
9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Mason Street between Columbus Avenue and Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: North Beach Farmers' Market.
Information: info@urbantable.org

Glen Park Festival
When: May 1, 2011 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Diamond and Wilder Streets (near Glen Park Bart) San Francisco
Information: glenparkfestival.com

Celebrate the Labor Archives and Research Center's 25th Anniversary
When: May 1, 2011 - Sunday
11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Ship Clerks, Local 34, ILWU - 4 Berry Street, San Francisco
What: 25th Anniversary of the Labor Archives and Research Center.  Bring your family for a day of music, poetry and theatre honoring Bay Area Labor.   Bar-B-Q and games for the kids.  Free - open to the public.
Information: larc@sfsu.edu library.sfsu.edu

10th Anniversary - Art in the Alley
When: May 1, 2011 - Sunday
 Noon to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Kerouac Alley,  between Vesuvio and City Light Books, San Francisco
What: Art in the Alley honors the irreverent spirit of North Beach.  Open-air art gallery
Informationhttps://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=203633822991283

Noodle Fest 2011
When: May 1, 2011 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Grant Avenue (between Pacific and Vallejo) and Vallejo Street (between Columbus and Grant), San Francisco
What: Annual Chinatown and North Beach Noddle Fest. Three noodle samples from Chinatown and three pasta samples from North Beach and one beverage. Samples from over 30 restaurants.  Live entertainment, noodle making demonstrations by chefs.
Event organizers: Chinatown Community Development Center and North Beach Merchants Association. 
Host: Supervisor David Chiu 
Sponsors: Central Subway Design Team (Parsons Brinckerhoff, Kwan Henmi Architects, Michael Willis Architects, Telamon Engineering Consultants), PG and E, Wells Fargo, San Francisco Bay Guardian, Asian Chefs Association, Recology.
$20.
Tickets and Information: noodlefest2011.eventbrite.com

May 2, 2011 - Monday

Asian Pacific American Heritage Awards - Ceremony and Reception
When: May 2, 2011 - Monday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Herbst Theatre, War Memorial Veterans Building, 401 Van Ness, San Francisco
What: 2011 Asian Pacific American Heritage Awards Ceremony.  "Celebrate Heritage, Celebrate Community Voices". Free.  Open to public.
Information: apiaheritagesf.org

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Committee Meeting
When: May 2, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What: Topic: Juvenile and Adult Probation and Parole.
Information: Bob at safety@hayesvalleysf.org

May 3, 2011 - Tuesday

 Commonwealth Club - Mayor Ed Lee
When: May 3, 2011 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.  Reception
6:00 p.m. Program
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Come hear Mayor Ed Lee.
$20.
Information: commonwealthclub.org

McLaren Park Collaborative, Fourth Meeting
When: May 3, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Vis Valley, 34 Leland, San Francisco
What: Join other neighbors and park advocates from the three neighborhoods that border McLaren Park (Excelsior, Portola and Visitacion Valley) for the fourth meeting of the McLaren Park Collaborative.
Meeting will focus on continuing the work of the now four committees:  Master Planning, Events and Outreach, Capital Improvements and Infrastructure and Natural Areas.
Information: Linda Litehiser lharte@earthlink.net

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - High Speed Rail System
When: May 3, 2011 - Tuesday
6:45 p.m. Sign in and socialize
7:00 p.m. Meeting
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House,953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
Assemblymember Cathleen Galgiani (D-Livingston, near Merced), will speak about the development of California's first-ever high-speed rail system - progress and challenges. Local aspects and impacts will be addressed. Question and Answer period.
Campaign for New Priorities - Sandra Schwartz returning to answer questions.
Possible quick discussion and vote on the CA DISCLOSE Act, legislation  about to move through the Assembly.
Consideration amending the Bylaws to address PHDC's endorsement process with respect to non-election issues.
Information:http://www.phdemclub.org/

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: May 3, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: PAC Meeting
Information: milkclub.org


May 4, 2011 - Wednesday


San Francisco Housing Action Coalition 5th Annual Housing Forum
When: May 4, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 a.m. - Networking Breakfast
8:30 a.m. - Forum
Where: PG and E Auditorium, 77 Beal Street, San Francisco
What: SFHAC is holding a public forum entitled "After the Fall: Stimulating New Housing Production"
 Forum panelists:
 Dr. Ted Egan, Chief Economist, San Francisco Controller's Department
 Oz Erickson, Chair, Emerald Fund
 Cynthia Parker, President and CEO, Bridge Housing
 John Rahaim, Director, San Francisco Planning Department
 Doug Shoemaker, Director, Mayor's Office of Housing
 Moderator: Dan Murphy, Principal of UrbanGreen Devco LLC.
 Information: Julia Sullivan Julia@sfhac.org sfhac.org/events

SPUR - Future of Fisherman's Wharf
When: May 4, 2011 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Come hear the latest on how the City plans to implement the Fisherman's Wharf design and share your thoughts on how to make Fisherman's Wharf a destination for all San Franciscans.  Neil Hrushowy and David Alumbaugh from the San Francisco Planning Department and Kevin Carroll of the Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District will speak.
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

Fundraiser Reception Honoring Sharmin Bock for San Francisco District Attorney
When: May 4, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Location given at time of RSVP.
What: Fundraising reception honoring Sharmin Bock for San Francisco District Attorney.
Hosts Dr. Amy Bacharach and Matt Skryia.   Light refreshments.
RSVP: amybacharach@aol.com (by May lst)
Information: sharminbock.com

Harvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club
When: May 4, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bayview Police Station Community Room, 201 Williams Street, San Francisco
What: Meeting.


111 for 2011 - Phil Ting
When: May 4, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 111 Minna Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Phil Ting, candidate for Mayor.
Tickets: actblue.com/page/111for2011 $25. up.  No one will be denied entry due to inability to make a donation.
Information: resetsanfrancisco.org

Pre-Cinco de Mayo Reception for David Onek
When: May 4, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Mission, 1043 Hampshire Street, San Francisco
What: Pre-Cinco de Mayo meet and greet reception for David Onek for his campaign for District Attorney.
Hosted by: Erick Arguello, Wayne Bautista, Miguel Bustos, Raven Brooks, Alfredo Pedroza, Alex Randolph and Nicole Rivera
Suggested contributon $20.
RSVP  bit.ly/evjxGw

May 5, 2011 - Thursday

Cinco De Mayo

SPUR - Nurturing change on Central Market Street
When: May 5, 2011 - Thursday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join John Peterson of Public Architecture and Luis Cancel from the San Francisco Arts Commission to learn about their partnership and efforts to revitalize Central Market Street.  Discussion will cover the ARTery Project, Art in Storefronts to HOK's proposal to adaptively reuse JCDecaux kiosks and plans for PG and E's Mission Street Sub-Station facade improvements.
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

Tom Ammiano for Assembly 2012
When: May 5, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 426 Urbano Drive, San Francisco
What:  The United Educators of San Francisco invites you to a Fundraiser for Tom Ammiano for Assembly 2012.  "Tom has always been there for us; now it's our turn to be there for Tom".
Tom brought us The Living Wage, The Rainy Day Funds, Healthcare for All.
Individual donor: $25.  Friend: $100.
RSVP: mkimura@uesf.org

First San Francisco Mayoral Candidates' Forum
When: May 5, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: McLaren Conference Centeron  USF's Main Campus, McLaren Conference Center, 2130 Fulton Street,  San Francisco
What: Mayoral Forum.  Candidates will be asked how to restore trust in governmental institutions and social trust in the communities, revitalize local democracy and ensure that San Francisco becomes a "City of Service".
The candidates will be seated together on stage.  They will be answering questions from local high school and college students.
Co-hosted by University of San Francisco's Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good, BuildOn.
Moderated by USF Politics Professor Corey Cook.


SMTA - Church and Duboce Track and Street Improvement Project - Supervisor Scot Wiener
When:  May 5, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: California Pacific Medical Center, Davies Campus, Gazebo Room, 45 Castro Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting held by SFMTA and Supervisor Scott Wiener to discuss the details of the Church and Duboce Track and Street Improvement Project:
Overview of all work to be accomplished over the two-year period.
Construction schedule
Traffic and parking plans
Muni service adjustments.
Information: sfmta.com/churchduboce

May 6, 2011 - Friday

Lawyers for David Chiu Fundraising Party
When: May 6, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 5A5 Steakhouse, 244 Jackson Street, San Francisco
What: Lawyers for David Chiu Fundraising Party.  President of the Board of Supervisors David Chiu will be on hand to answer questions.
Tickets are $100. pre-sale, $125 at the  door.  Price includes some drinks and appetizers. 100% of your ticket price counts as a donation to the David Chiu for Mayor 2011 Campaign.
Information: davidchiuformayor.com

May 7, 2011 - Saturday

Leland Yee - Campaign for Mayor Kick-Off
When: May 7, 2011 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: 710 Van Ness Avenue, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Leland Yee's Kick-Off for Mayor.  Rally, train and mobilize to put Leland Yee into City Hall.
Coffee and refreshments will be provided.  Bring yourself and wear comfortable shoes to hit the streets and spread the word.
RSVP lelandyee.com/events/leland-yee-for-mayor-launch-party-and-rally
Information: lelandyee.com

Democratic Women's Forum and Democratic Women in Action - A Political Potpourri
When: May 7, 2011 - Saturday
11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: The Canton Restaurant, 655 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: A Political Potpourri.  Enjoy a round-table discussion with experts on:
Collective Bargaining - Robin Brasso - Forum's Investigative Reporter
Women and Small Business - The Hon. Teresa Cox, Trade Advisor to U.S. Dept. of Commerce
Employment Law and Women - speaker TBD
Bullying and Education - Emily Murase, Ph.D, Member, Board of Education
Human Trafficking - Annie Fukushima - ABD/PhD Candidate, Ethnic studies, UC Berkeley
Project 2012 - Betsy Cotton - 2012 Project Development Director
Moderated by Linda Richardson, Event Chair
$25. per person includes lunch and handouts, plus a portion of the proceeds will go to Japan's Earthquake Victims.
Send money and registration:
Make checks payable to DWF and send by mail to:
Sue Bushnell, 301 Bryant Street, San Francisco
Information: Sue Bushnell SYBSUE@aol.com

Dyke March Fundraiser
When: May 7, 2011 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Trigger, 2348 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos and former Supervisor Bevan Dufty to help raise funds for the Dyke March.
Please make any contribution you can.
Information and donation: thedykemarch.org/donate

May 8, 2011 - Sunday

Mother's Day

Sunday Streets in the Mission
When: May 8, 2011 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Valencia and 24th Street, San Francisco
Information: sundaystreetsf.com


May 9, 2011 - Monday


7th Annual Emerge California Fundraiser Reception
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.  - VIP Reception
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - General Reception and Networking
6:30 p.m.                     - Keynote Address
Where: Delancey Street Foundation, Town Hall Room, 600 Embarcadero, San Francisco
What: 7th Annual Emerge California Fundraiser Gala: Mobilizing Women for 2012 and Beyond.
Keynote Speaker: Wisconsin State Senator Lena Taylor
Purchase Tickets:https://services.myngp.com/ngponlineservices/Event.aspx?Y=FrZ0S4jyDpX6MH5V1%2Fz6u07egtWHQF68%2Fh+ScWDsN5zdHyvBeVON3A%3D%3D.
General Tickets: $100.
Information: Kimberly Elllis kimberly@emergeca.org

May 10, 2011 - Tuesday

Children's Fund 20th Anniversary Celebration
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Program starts at 5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, North Light Court, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Landmark SF Children's Fund.
Hosted by Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, Mayor Edwin Lee and the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families.
Free, family-friendly community celebration.  Children and young people are welcome!
RSVP Chelsea cboilard@colemanadvocates.org

Community Redistricting Workshop
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Alex L. Pitcher, Jr. Community Meeting Groom, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: African Americans and Redistricting: Securing Political Power
Join African American Redistricting Collaborative, Commissioner Brigette LeBlanc, San Francisco American Chamber of Commerce, African American Democratic Club, Osiris Coalition, Bayview Merchants Association, BWOPA-SF Chapter, NAACP-SF Chapter, Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), Project Area Committee (PAC), and Harvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club


May 12, 2011 - Thursday

Walter Johnson's Lifetime UFCW Membership Induction and Celebration
When: May 12, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Laborers Hall, Local 261, 3271 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Ron Lind, President UFCW Local5 and UFCW International Vice-President invites you to join us at Walter Johnson's Lifetime UFCW Membership Induction and Celebration.
Guest speakers to be announced.  Refreshments to be served.
RSVP by May 10th - Joanne Los Banos - email: jlosbanos@ufcw5.org

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Sunday, April 17, 2011

San Francisco Political Events through May lst 2011







Photo: View from Potrero Hill Neighborhood House




April 18, 2011 - Monday


LAFCo - Special Meeting
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda Item: Report on the Issuance of the Request for Proposal for a study on Refuse Collection, Hauling, and Disposal in the Greater Bay Area.
Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/index.aspx?page=11736
Chair - David Campos, Vice-Chair Ross Mirkarimi - Members: John Avalos and Hope Schmeltzer Alternate - Leah Pimentel
Information: sfbos.org

TAX Day March to make Wall Street pay their Fair Share!
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Start at City Hall, San Francisco to highlight cuts, March to Big Banks
What: Join SEIU, ACCE, and Moveon.org for a National Tax Day Action for Fairness and to make Wall Street Pay their Fair Share. Enough is Enough.  Join the Fight for a fair economy.  Re-fund California.
Information: homedefendersleague.org

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Public Works Code - Declaring Illegal Dumping on Property a Nuisance and Providing a Mechanism for Abating and Enforcing that Nuisance - Sponsor: Cohen
Public Works Code - Police Code - Posting of Signs on City Property, increasing Penalty and Enforcement.  Sponsors: Mirkarimi, Wiener
Hearing - Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Redevelopment Project Sponsor: Mayor Informational hearing on the Treasure Island/Yerba Buena Island Redevelopment Project
Hearing - Parkmerced Project - Sponsor: Elsbernd Informational hearing on the Parkmerced Project
(not sure if all these items are up today - they are listed - see below.)
Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38212
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Immigrant Rights Commission - Supervisor Malia Cohen - District 10 Neighborhood Meeting
When: April 18, 2011 -Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Southeast Community Facility Commission,  1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Join the San Francisco Immigrant Rights Commission and Supervisor Malia Cohen at a District 10 Neighborhood meeting.  Residents are encouraged to share their comments and concerns about community and neighborhood issues with Commissioners, City Officials and Department Representative. Three minutes per speaker.
Meeting is sponsored by the San Francisco Immigrant Rights Commission, Supervisor Malia Cohen and the San Francisco Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs.
Information: Whitney Chiao civic.engagement@sfgov.org
Source: D10 Watch d10watch.blogspot.com

Commonwealth Club - Speak Up Ca
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. check-in
6:30 p.m. Panel
7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. breakout groups and discussion
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Commonwealth Club and California Forward present  "How Can we put the "Golden" back into the Golden State?" Panel discussion:
Lenny Mendonca - Director, McKinsey and Company, Inc.
Jamie Rossi, President, Barbary Coast Consulting
Melissa Griffin, Political Blogger, "Sweet Melissa", Co-host, Necessary Conversation, Contributor, San Francisco Examiner.
Gabriel Metcalf, Executive Director - SPUR
Free.
Information: commonwealthclub.org


Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Spring Fling!
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Dunya, 1609 Polk Street, San Francisco
WhatSpring is in the air! Instead of a regular meeting come socialize with your friends and neighbors.  Have some great mid-eastern food and a beverage or two.  Appetizers will be provided.  MPNA members will get one drink on us.  Non-members will be asked for a $5. contribution.
Informationmiddlepolk.blogspot.com

April 19, 2011 - Tuesday


San Francisco Gray Panthers  - Pension Reform
When: April 19, 2011 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Fireside Room, Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: General Meeting.  Pension Reform, Necessity or Theft?
Information: graypanthersssf.igc.org

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency
When: April 19, 2011 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Regular meeting
Agendahttp://www.sfmta.com/cms/cmta/SFMTABoardApril192011agenda.htm
Items from agenda:
Approving making Hayes Street a two-way street between Van Ness Avenue and Gough Street and making Fell Street a two-way street between Van Ness Avenue and Franklin Street.
Dedicating the Geneva Yard in honor of Cameron Beach and permanently renaming the facility the Cameron Beach Yard.
Endorsing the San Francisco Better Streets Plan to guide staff in all decisions regarding the planning, design, use and management of streets.
Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Jerry Lee, Leona Bridges, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Bruce Oka


San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: April 19, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/ftp/uploadedfiles/bdsupvrs/bosagendas/agendas/2011/BAG041911.pdf
Item from Agenda:
Administrative Code - Residential Rent Ordinance - Temporary Good Samaritan Occupancy/Reduced Rent After Emergency Tenant Dislocation, Just Cause Eviction or Higher Rent at End of Period - Sponsors: Wiener, Farrell
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Ross Mirkarimi, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

POOR Magazine - Residing while Black, Brown or Poor - Talk Circle/Forum with Public Defender Jeff Adachi
When: April 19, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: POOR Magazine, 2940 16th Street #301, San Francisco
What: Have you been profiled, criminalized or harassed by police while residing in your Single Room Occupancy Hotel room? POOR Magazine is hosting a talk-circle/community forum with Public Defender Jeff Adachi to address abuses of poor communities living in poor people housing.
Dinner, translation and child care provided.
Informtion: poormagazine.org

April 20, 2011 - Wednesday


Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38218
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda:http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38219
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkrimi, Jane Kim, Scott Wiener, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Police Commission
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Chief's Report - report on crime statistics, review of recent activities
Discussion regarding the PSSG Group Recommendations and the Patrol Special Officers Association's Response
Full Agendahttp://sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=3739
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco , Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, James T. Hammer, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org

Town Hall Meeting with Supervisor Mark Farrell and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Claire Lilienthal School, 3630  Divisadero, San Francisco
What: Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Mark Farrell and Mayor Ed Lee. Meeting  being held to hear from San Franciscans about their budget priorities and concerns.
Information: mark.farrell@sfgov.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club - State Senator Leland Yee
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.  Subject: "The Budget".
State Senator Leland Yee will update the Club on his activities in the California State Senate and to emphasize programs and legislation most likely to affect San Francisco and Noe Valley.
Dr. Dee Andrews, History Department of California State University East Bay will give an historical perspective on the current state of the union regarding taxation and spending.
Information: Molly Fleischman molly@ffrsf.com

April 21, 2011 - Thursday


Recreation and Park Commission - Special meeting "Cultivating the future of San Francisco"
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sfrecpark.org/documents/042111commission.pdf
Rec and Park Commisson/Park Department: Mark Buell, Tom Harrison, Paige Arata, Gloria Bonilla, David Lee, Meagan Levitan, Larry Martin, Philip Ginsburg, Dennis Kern, Katie Petrucione, Dawn Kamalanathan, Sarah Ballard, Nicole Avril
Information: sfrecpar.org

Public Safety Committee
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda:http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38220
Item from agenda:
Hearing - Assembly Bill 109 - Criminal Justice Realignment - regarding the Community Justice Realignment and San Francisco absorbing additional inmates into the County Jails.
Sponsor: Mirkarimi
Supervisors: Ross Mirkarimi, Malia Cohen, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

Passover and Holy Week 2011 - Hearing the Cry for Economic Justice
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
11:00 a.m. Gather at Hilton Union Square, 333 O'Farrell, San Francisco
11:30 a.m. Opening:  Milk and Honey Award
11:45 a.m. Interfaith  Procession
Noon Deliver Symbols of Suffering and Hope at Grand Hyatt Hotel, 345 Stockton, San Francisco
What: Hearing the Cry for Economic Justice: Lifting the Burdens of Hyatt Workers.
Rabbi Julie Saxe-Taller, Congregation Sherith Israel
Rabbi David J. Cooper, Kehilla Community Synagogue
Susan Lubeck and Bob Kane, Progressive Jewish Alliance
Rev. Donna Wood, Park Presidio United Methodist Church
Rev. Carol Been, CLUE California
Rev. Israel I. Alvaran, CLUE San Francisco
Information: Rev. Carol Been cbeen@clueca.org

San Francisco Ethics Commission
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 421, San Francisco
What: Interested Persons meeting to discuss possible changes to the Campaign Finance Reform Ordinance (CFRO).  Staff will introduce and solicit feedback on draft amendments to the CFRO prior to their consideration by the Ethics Commission. Draft amendments will be posted on the Commission's website prior to the meeting.  Express your concerns and make recommendations to the Commission.
RSVP - ethics.commission@sfgov.org
Information: sfethics.org

Rules Committee
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38232
From Agenda - various appointments to commissions
Supervisors: Jane Kim,Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Planning Commission and Recreation and Parks Commission - Joint Meeting
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda:  http://sfrecpark.org/documents/042111spjointmtgwithplanning.pdf
Item from Agenda: Gene Friend Recreation Center
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Rec and Park: Mark Buell, Tom Harrison, Paige Arata, Gloria Bonilla, David E. Lee, Meagan Levitan, Larry Martin
Information: sfplanning.org

San Francisco Fundraiser - Evan Low, Candidate for State Assembly
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday (must RSVP by April 19th)
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Transamerica Pyramid, 40th Floor, 600 Montgomery, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Evan Low, Candidate for State Assembly
Host Committee:
Gavin Newsom, Leland Yee, Fiona Ma, Jose Cisneros, Phil Ting, David Chiu, Eric Mar, Carmen Chu, Jane Kim, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Hydra Mendoza, Lawrence Wong, Steve Ngo, Mary Jung, Ken McNeely, Francis Tsang, Steven Adams
$100. per person.
RSVP voteevan@yahoo.com (by April 19th for security reasons) evanlow.com

District 11 Budget Town Hall - Supervisor John Avalos and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: James Denman Midle School, 241 Oneida Avenue, San Francisco
WhatDistrict 11 Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor John Avalos and Mayor Ed Lee.
An opportunity for members of District 11 to voice  their priorities and demands for the allocation of funding and resources in this year's City budget.
Information: avalosintern@gmail.com

San Francisco Planning Commission and Treasure Island Authority - Joint Meeting
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda:http://sfplanning.org/index.aspx?page=2712
From the Agenda: Treasure Island/YerbaBuena Island Project
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Hathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Treasure Island Authority: Claudine Ceng, Jean-Paul Samaha, Larry Del Carlo, Mark Dunlop, John Elberling, Larry Mazzola, Jr., Linda Richardson, Jane Kim
Information: sfplanning.org

Upper Noe Neighbors - Meeting
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Recreation Center, Day and Sanchez - 295 Day, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
ATand T will talk about their proposed 726 fiber optic internet boxes.  Come hear them talk about what this is, why they're proposing, what they are, where the locations are in the neighborhood and how you can have some say in all this.
Brief rundown of the NERT training recently given.
Information: Vicki Rosen vickimrosen@gmail.com

April 22, 2011 - Friday


Carnaval Celebration and Reception
When: April 22, 2011 - Friday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
What:   Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisor John Avalos and Supervisor David Campos kindly request the pleasure of your company at the Carnaval Celebration and Reception.
RSVP contact@sfcarnaval.com

April 23, 2011 - Saturday


Earth Day San Francisco
When: April 23, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
What: Eco, civic, youth, education, artistic and social justice groups converge to urge the public to use green, sustainable practices in daily life.
Speakers include Rev. Cecil Williams, Sherry Glaser, Rabbi Michael Lerner, Dolores Huerta and Twilight star Chaske Spender, whose organization, Shift The Power to the People, aims to reduce poverty and create flourishing communities.
Sila, Non Stop Phangra, Afrollicious and others perform.
Organic and raw food, green jobs info and workships.
Electric and alternative cars and eco-fashions on display
Information: earthdaysf.com

Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Carmen Chu and Supervisor Sean Elsbernd with Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 23, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: San Francisco Zoo, Great Hall (46th Avenue and Sloat Blvd) San Francisco
What: Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Carmen Chu, Supervisor Sean Elsbernd with Mayor Ed Lee where residents can provide input regarding the 2011-2012 budget for District 4 and District 7.
Information: carmen.chu@sfgov.org sean.elsbernd@sgov.org

Recreation and Parks Department "Spring Eggstravaganza"
When: April 23, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Sharon Meadow, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco.
What: Egg hunts, carnival rides, crafts and fun for the whole family. $5.
Information: bayareaonthecheap.com

Joanna Rees - Talk of the Neighborhood Town Hall Meeting - District Two
When: April 23, 2011 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Claire Lilienthal School, 3530 Divisadero, San Francisco
What: Town Hall meeting in District 2 with Joanna Rees.  Town hall meetings are a great opportunity to share values and listen to the concerns of neighbors.  There will be a Town Hall Meeting in each district.
Information: joinjoanna.com

April 24, 2011 - Sunday

Easter

20th Annual Spring Celebration and Easter Parade 2011
When: April 24, 2011 - Sunday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Union Street - Gough to Fillmore, San Francisco
What: San Francisco's 20th Annual Spring Celebration and Easter Parade
Information: sresproductions.com/union_street_east

Walk SF "Trendyloin" walk through San Francisco's downtown neighborhoods
When: April 24, 2011 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Meet at Hallidie Plaza Market and Powell Streets, San Francisco
What: Join Walk SF and they connect the neighborhoods of Tenderloin, Polk Gulch and Lower Nob Hill.  Walk SF member and urban planner Michael Jacinto will guide everyone through the changes afoot .
Look for folk in "I Walk SF" tshirts. $10. for non-members.
Information: walksf.org

April 25, 2011 - Monday


The MAGIC Show
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. Reception
7:15 p.m. Program
Where: Yoshi's San Francisco, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Ed Lee, Commissioner London Breed and Kimberlei Evans Dixon for a night of MAGIC to benefit summer programming in the Western Addition.
Featuring performances by  Pop Lyfe, Magicians and more.
Ticket  Prices: $75. regular, $50. community $20. Youth.  Sliding scale.  No one turned away for lack of funds.
Reserve tickets: info@momagic.org

Central City Democrats - 5th Anniversary Celebration
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Family Apartments Community Room 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What:  Central City Democrats (serving District 6 residents and merchants) will celebrate it's 5th Anniversary Annual Meeting at 201 Turk Street.
As part of the celebration:
 Steve Conley Champion Award - Marilyn Jane Isabel recipient
 James Leo Dunn Memorial Award  - Jamie Whitaker recipient
 Guest speakers included Supervisor Bevan Dufty
San Francisco Election's Department presentation
The event is open to the public.
Information: 415-339-8683

Westside Democratic Club - David Chiu and David Onek
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SFPD Taraval Station, Community Room, 2345 Avenue, San Francisco
What: Agenda: Listen to:
David Chiu - candidate for Mayor
David Onek - candidate for District Attorney
Information: info@wdcsf.org


April 26, 2011 - Tuesday

From Budget Cuts to the People's Budget: Participatory  Budgeting
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Centro del Pueblo Auditorium, 474 Valencia Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Join the Center for Political Education, SF PODER, JASEcon, the Chinese Progressive Association, San Francisco Community Land Trust, Shareable.net, Bay Area  Community Exchange for a discussion of Participatory Budgeting and how it could be applied in San Francisco with Josh Lerner and Alderman Joe Moore.
Information: shareable.net/blog/participatory-budgeting-sharing-ower-over-public-resources

Supervisor David Chiu - Community Voices - Jobs/Economic Development
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: CCSF - Mission Campus, 1125 Valencia Street, Room 201, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor David Chiu to discuss the challenging issues of Jobs and Economic Development here in San Francisco.
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com  davidchiuformayor.com

Potrero Hill Boosters - Daggett Triangle Development and San Francisco County Transportation Authority
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting: Agenda:
Look at current plans for the Daggett Triangle Development - vacant land at the corner of 16th Stree and 7th Street.
San Francisco County Transportation Authority (SFCTA) will present the San Francisco Transportation Plan, the long-range countywide transportation plan for San Francisco and the Regional Transportation Plan, the Bay Area's transportation plan for the next 25 years.

Vote for new officers: - Slate:
President - Tony Kelly
VP Advocacy - Dick Millet
VP Membership - Monisha Mustapha
Treasurer - Daphne Magnawa
Recording Secretary - Keith Goldstein
Corresponding Secretary - Dewitt Lacy
Sgt at Arms -Ellen Kernaghan
Auditor 1 - Robin Talmadge
Auditor 2 - Joe Boss
Information: potreroboosters.org

April 27, 2011 - Wednesday

Commonwealth Club - Senator Dianne Feinstein
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. check-in
6:00 p.m. program
Where: Mark Hopkins Hotel, Peacock Court, 999 California Street
What: Senator Dianne Feinstein in conversation with Greg Dalton, Commonwealth Club VP of Special projects. Senator Feinstein will offer her views on what the United States should do to promote democracy in countries attempting to throw off authoritarian regimes.
Tickets: $30. standard, $15 members. Seating in first few rows $65.  standard, $45 members
Information and RSVP: commonwealthclub.org/events/2011-04-27/senator-dianne-feinstein


A Night With the Stars 2011
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. VIP Reception
7:00 p.m. Show
Where: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  A Night With the Stars 2011 is one of the most uplifting and entertaining events in San Francisco, featuring unforgettable performances by people who have experienced - and overcome - homelessness.
Dancers, musicians, singers, poets, actors - amazing artists who inspire us with their  performances, and Community Housing Partnership is proud to share the stage with them.  Each artist is paired up with professional artists from the Bay Area, who rehearse and mentor the talented residents to get them ready for A Night with the Stars
VIP Reception $100 (Standard Rate) $50. (Non-Profit Rate) - Green Room, hors d'oeuvres   open bar with beer and wine. $25. Regular performance.

Budget Meeting with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Eric Mar
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Star of the Sea Auditorium, 360 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Budget Meeting with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Eric Mar
Information: eric.l.mar@sfgov.org

Smokin' Hot Progressives 2nd Annual Auction
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Public Works, 161 Erie Street, San Francisco
What: Join the New Leaders Council and the Bay Area's young political network for the Smokin' Hot Progressives 2nd Annual Auction.  
New Leaders Council is a national nonprofit whose mission is to train and support the next generation of progressive political entrepreneurs - those who are leading industries, setting trends, and building institutions that support civic and political life in a global America. $20. advance
Information: smokinhotprogressives.com

April 28, 2011 - Thursday

SPUR - America's Cup and the Sana Francisco Waterfront
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Kyri McClellan from the Mayor's Office and Brad Benson and Jonathan Stern from the Port of San Francisco lead a discussion of what the America's Cup will mean to San Francisco.
$5. for non-members
Information: spur.org

San Francisco Organizing Project - Soul of the City
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday (RSVP by April 21st)
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Foreign Cinema, 2534 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: A Celebration of the San Francisco Organizing Project's past, present and future.  Come applaud our community honorees while you enjoy live music, silent auction and over 18 signature appetizers from the chefs of Foreign Cinema with complimentary  wine and beer.
2011 Honorees:
Community Builder Award: Sheriff Michael Hennessey
Community Leadership Awards:
Minister Carl Alexander
Joan Pierson
Alise Vincent 
2011 Sponsors:
The California Endowment, The Hellman Family Foundation, Erika Katske and Rabbi Reuben Zellman, Lennar Urban, Fr. Charles Gagan, Msgr. Mickey McCormick, Margaret Brodkin, Emerald Fund, Inc., Martina Knee, Senator Mark Leno, San Francisco Federal Credit Union, Congregation Sherith Israel, Rev. James Garcia, St. Anthony SF, Nancy Pelosi - U.S. House of Representatives, SFOP  Executive and Citywide Boards, Reid Walden and Darlene Zane, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Sally Ann and Dan Ryan, SF Labor Council, AFL-CIO, Anonyous in honor of Sue England and Michelle Antone, Anonymous in Fond Memory of Dan Ryan, AAA, Rabbi Camille Shira Angel, Arthur Slepian, AT&T, Bank of the West, Bay AREA LISC, Buck Bagot, California Pacific Medical Center, Claudia Jasin, Comcast Foundation, Congregation Beth Solom, Congregation Emanu-e, Congregation Sha'ar Zahav, Corpus Christi,  Denise LaPointe, Diane Wilsey, Erika Katske, Farina Focacia and Cucina Italiana, Heidi Hess and James Rucker, i.e. communications, James Blanding, James Hormel, Jewish Community Federation, Joyce Newstat, Kaiser Permanente, Lorie and Baxter Rice, Mission Dolores, Northern California Board of Rabbis, Platinum Advisors, Providence Baptist Church - Rev. Calvin Jones, Jr., Pastor, Miriam Rivera and Clint Korver, Sawyer Law Group, SFOP Staff, St. Patrick's, St. Paulus, St. Peter's, Stearns Consulting, Union Bank, United Educators of San Francisco, Wells Fargo Bank and Yvonne and Angelo Sangiacomo.
$75.  Buy tickets online sfop.org
 RSVP by April 21st


Budget Meeting with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Hamilton Recreation Center, 1900 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: Discuss the Budget with Mayor Ed Lee and Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
Information: ross.mirkarimi@sfgov.org

H.V.N.A. - General Meeting
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: 745 Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: General Meeting.
Presentations:  Supervisor Jane Kim - Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
Garden for the Environment, other environmental groups.
Information: hayesvalleysf.org

Workers Memorial Day - San Francisco
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: ILWU Local 34 Hall, 801 2nd Street at Embarcadero Street, San Francisco
What: April 28 is an international commemoration day to injured workers and workers killed on the job. Join the California Coalition for Workers Memorial Day in San Francisco.
Initial Speakers:
Dorian Maxwell, TWU 250, a SF Muni operator
Daniel Berman, Author "Death On The Job"
Trent Willis , ILWU Local 10,Coast Safety Committee member
Charles Rachlis, CAPS Industrial Hysienist Health and Safety officer.
Chris Coghlan, TWU 250, a Muni Operator
Patrick Wilkes, injured worker for Old Republic Title Company
Sponsored by California Coalition for Workers Memorial Day
workersmemorialday.org

April 29, 2011 - Friday

The Wedding of the Century! - Kate Middleton and Prince William

California Democratic Party  State Convention
When: April 29th through May lst - Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Where: Sacramento Convention Center
Information: cademconvention.com

Gray Panthers Social Media Outreach Workshop
When: April 29, 2011 - Friday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: UCSF's Laurel Heights' Campus, 3333 California Street, Suite 340, San  Francisco
What: Gray Panthers National Office is hosting a Social Media Outreach Workshop.  The workshop will train participants in conducting social media advocacy, and extend the Gray Panther' online network.  Worshop participants will be assisted by experts with opening a Facebook or Twitter account.
Information: Brooke Hollister brooke.hollister@gmail.com

April 30, 2011 - Saturday


Malia Cohen - Community Event
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
10:30 a.m. program starts
Where: Palega-Portola Recreation Center, 500 Felton Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor Malia Cohen at a community event.  Meet with your neighbors and fellow District 10 residents.  Food and refreshments will be provided.  Children and families welcome.
RSVP supervisorcohen@gmail.com

The Future of Social Security: Through a Women's Lens
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, Room A, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Hear Barbara Kennelly, CEO of the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, interviewed by Catherine Dodd.
Sponsored by: SFOWL, SF Commission on the Status of Women
Co-Sponsored by: San Francisco League of Women Voters, SFWPC, California Alliance for Retired Americans, Gray Panthers and Senior Action Network
Free
Information: sfwpc.org/events

David Chiu - Community Voices Policy Meeting - Public Safety
When: April 30, 2011 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: 1751 Sacramento Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor David Chiu in a discussion - "What does Public Safety in San Francisco need to look like?".
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com

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Monday, April 11, 2011

San Francisco Political Events through May lst 2011



Learn about Blogs with Amy Fazio, creator of the blog "Do you know the muffin pan?".  doyouknowthemuffinpan.com Sponsor of meeting: Community Living Campaign sfcommunityliving.org





Potero Hill Democratic Club - Potrero Hill Neighborhood House




Speakers included Alysabeth Alexander, Political Action Chair of SEIU Local 1021: "The Fight for a Fair Economy in Wisconsin and Closer to Home".  Other speakers: Sandra Schwartz, Peace Education Coordinator at the American Friends Service Committee "Campaign for New Priorities" newprioritiescampaign.org and Supervisor Malia Cohen came for her quarterly update with the Potrero Hill Democratic Club  sfbos.org. Malia.Cohen@sfgov.org.  Potrero Hill Democratic Club phdemclub.org




San Francisco Entertainment Commission in partnership with the San Francisco Police Department and the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services hosted " San Francisco Neighborhood Summit".  Gene Friend Community Center.  sfgov.org/entertainment




Cesar E. Chavez Holiday Parade and Festival 2011.  24th Street/Treat-Bryant Street - April 9, 2011








April 11, 2011 - Monday

City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee
When: April 11, 2011 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38158
Supervisors: John Avalos, Eric Mar, Sean Elsbernd
Information: sfbos.org

 Land Use and Economic Development Committee - Off-Leash Dog Policy
When: April 11, 2011 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
WhatSupervisor Scott Wiener has called for a hearing to explore the impact of restrictions of off-leash dog access in certain federal properties. Other item - discussion on the feasibility of requiring commercial dog walkers who walk more than a certain number of dogs at one time to obtain a permit to bring their dogs into City-owned parks.
Agendahttp://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38152
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org


San Francisco Ethics Commission
When: April 11, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfethics.org/ethics/2011/04/agenda-april-11-2011.html
From agenda: Allow an appointed former Mayor to obtain full-time City Employment within one year of leaving Mayoral office.  The permit proposed amendment extend the exception to appointed members of the Board of Supervisors.
Commission Members: Beverly  Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Dorothy S.  Liu, Jamienne S. Studley, Charles L. Ward
Information: sfethics.org

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club -  Supervisor Malia Cohen  and Supervisor Mark Farrell
When: April 11, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - Social Hour - Pisco Lounge, 1817 Market Street, San Francisco
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Membership meeting - 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting with  Supervisor Malia Cohen  and Supervisor Mark Farrell
Informationalicebtoklas.org

Save the Eagle Tavern. Community Action planning.
When: April 11, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Eagle Tavern, 398 12th Street, San Francisco
What: Eagle Tavern will be closing at the end of April.  This is a call to all who care about keeping the Eagle Tavern open. The Eagle is one of the last leather, punk, working class gay bars in the City.


Community Meeting on Safeway and Recycling Center
When: April 11, 2011 - Monday
7:15 p.m.
Where: Davies Medical Center, Level B, Duboce Avenue and Castro Street, San Francisco
WhatSupervisor Scott Wiener is co-hosting a Community Meeting with  Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association  and Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association to discuss the state of the Safeway property at Church and Market, including the recycling center.  Representatives from SFPD's Northern Station, the Department of the Environment, Safeway and Community Recyclers will be in attendance.
DTNA Board of Directors: Dennis Richards, Erik Honda, David Troup, Mark Scheuer, Tim Weeg, Betty Levitin; Board Members:  Guy Carson, Peter Cohen, Tim Dunn, David Fix, Carmela Gold, Curt Holzinger, Pat Tura, Ken Wingard
Information: scott.wierner@sfgov.org  Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association dtna.org

April 12, 2011 - Tuesday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: April 12, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/ftp/uploadedfiles/bdsupvrs/bosagendas/agendas/2011/BAG041211.pdf
Item  from Agenda:
Mayor shall answer five questions from District 1, 3, 5, 7, 9 and 11 (see agenda).
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Board of Education - Regular Meeting
When: April 12, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting, Room 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfusd.edu/en/assets/sfusd-staff/about-SFUSD/files/board-agendas/Agenda4122011.pdf
Members: Hydra B. Mendoza, Norman Yee, Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Emily Murase, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns 
Information: sfusd.edu

April 13, 2011 - Wednesday


Mission Bay Farmer's Market at UCSF
When: April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Gene Friend Way between 3rd and 4th Street
What: Re-opening of Mission Bay Farmer's Market at UCSF

City and County of San Francisco Meeting Budget and Finance Committee Agenda
When: April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38162
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org

AEP/APA/SPUR Tsunami Relief Fundraiser
When: April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Il Fornaio, 1265 Battery Street, San Francisco
What: Join the AEP San Francisco Bay Area Chapter, the APA Northern California Section, and SPUR for a wine and cheese social gathering to raise funds for victims of the recent Tsunami in Japan.  Wine and cheese as well as beer and a variety of other appetizers will be provided.
Minimum donation of $20. is required and 100% of the funds will go to provide relief to the Tsunami victims, both in Japan and locally.
Information: Terri McCracken terri@dceplanning.com

(cancelled) San Francisco Police Commission Meeting
When: (meeting has been cancelled) April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
(cancelled)Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=3734
 Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, James T. Hammer, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org

District 10 Budget Town Hall with Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: UCSF Mission Bay Campus, Genentech Hall Auditorium, 600 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  District 10 Budget Town Hall meeting with Mayor Ed Lee -  hosted by Supervisor Malia Cohen.
Discuss community priorities - learn about the budget process.
Information: megan.hamilton@sfgov.org

Get Involved In Your Neighborhood Community Court - District Attorney George Gascon
When: April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Centro Latino de San Francisco, 1656 15th Street, San Francisco
What: Come learn about the New Neighborhood Prosecutor and Community Court Program with  San Francisco District Attorney George Gascon and other special guests. Come and learn about the new model, how it will improve our neighborhoods, and how the restorative justice process works.  You will also learn how you can become a volunteer community court adjudicator.
Information: District Attorney's Office Jackson Gee jackson.gee@sfgov.org

San Francisco Young Democrats April Meeting - Bay to Breakers, David Onek
When: April 13, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What:  How much do you love Bay 2 Breakers? With the 100th Anniversary around the corner, the people fighting to keep the fun in the race will be at the meeting to address membership on how you can get involved in their campaign.savebay2breakers.org
David Onek will also be speaking on the many issues surrounding the Death Penalty and how it will
play a role in State and Local government in upcoming years.
Informationsfyd.org

April 14, 2011 - Thursday


Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38183
Item from Agenda: Hearing - Controller's Budgetary Overtime Costs Status Report - Largest Departments/Users - Sponsor: Campos
Supervisors: David Campos, Mark Farrell, David Chiu
Information: bos.org

San Francisco Planning Commission
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sf-planning.org/index.aspx?page=2695
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

San Francisco Women's Political Committee (SFWPC)
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Wish Bar and Lounge, 1539 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: "Meet the Candidates" Happy Hour.  April event will feature Dennis Herrera for Mayor and Sharmin Bock for District Attorney. The candidates will discuss their challenges they will tackle in their races.
This will be a qualifying event for voting in the 2011 Endorsements - please sign in if you are a member.
Information: sfwpc.org/events

Milk Money Fundraiser #1
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What: The Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club invites you to Milk Money #1.  First fundraiser of the new year.  The night will feature Gay Trivia games every hour, a raffle, drink specials, prizes and membership drive.  Donations of any size accepted at the door and no one turned away for lack of funds.
Informationmilkclub.org

Southeast Community Facility Commission Meeting
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Southeast Community Facility, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: The Southeast Community Facility Commission meeting.
San Francisco Public Utilities Commissioner Tommy T. Moala, Assistant General Manager will be updating the community on the Sewer System Improvement Program and Renovation of interior and exterior of SEC Facility
Catherine Curtis SFPUC/WWE Workforce Development Manager will provide information on 9910 recruitment.
Information: 821-1534

District 8 Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Scott Wiener and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Mission High School, 3750 18th Street,  San Francisco
What: Town Hall Meeting hosted by Supervisor Scott Wiener and Mayor Ed Lee  along with Interim Chief of Police GodownDistrict Attorney George Gascon, Rec and Park General Manager Phil GinsburgDPW Director Ed Reiskin and representatives from Muni, the PUC and the San Francisco Unified School District.  Please come and share your thoughts and concerns about the district.
Information: scott.wiener@sfgov.org

HANC - Implementation of the Sit-Lie Law
When: April 14, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.  Panel discussion regarding implementation of the sit-lie law.
Panel includes:
Captain Denis O'Leary from the Park Police Station
Bob Offer-Westor from the Coalition on Homelessness
Colleen Rivecca, Omeless Youth Alliance and on HANC Board
Information: hancsf@yahoo.com hanc-sf.org

April 15, 2011 - Friday

Tony Sacco Way Opens!
When: April 15, 2011 - Friday
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Bart's Balboa Park Station Westside Entrance and Tony Sacco Walkway.  You can access the event location from Concourse Level - inside North End of Station, San Francisco
WhatTony Sacco Way opens.  Westside Entrance and Walkway Ribbon-Cutting.  You are invited!
Pease join BART and project partners for a Ribbon Cutting to celebrate completion of BART's Balboa Park Station Westside Entrance and "Tony Sacco Walkway".
RSVP and information: Molly Burke mburke@bart.gov
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San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency - Haight Two-Way
When: April 15, 2011 - Friday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 415, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfmta.com/cms/ceng/EngineeringPublicHearingNoticeApril152011.htm
Item from agenda: Making Haight a two-way street between Octavia and Market.
Information: sfmta.com

Reception and fundraiser Benefiting Servicemembers Legal Defense Network
When: April 15, 2011 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Salle Piano Salon, 1632 C Market Street @ Rose Alley, San Francisco
What: Reception and fundraiser benefiting SLDN.
Hosts: Julian C. L. Chang, Susan Belinda Christian, Michael Costa, Robert Dockendorff, Zoe Dunning, Wade Estey, Gary Gartner, Keith Kerr, Neil Lang, Bob Michitarian, Julius Turman
Honorary Hosts: Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi, Congresswoman Jackie Speier, Dennis Herrera, City Attorney, Bevan Dufty
$100.
RSVP: sldn.org/SF2011

Say No to Violence!
When: April 15, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 16th Street and Mission (Next to Bart), San Francisco
What: Stop the  Violence on 16th Street and Mission. Stand up for Transgender people.  Create a safe place.
Information: Alexandra Byerly 510-374-8079


April 16, 2011 - Saturday


North Beach Neighborhood Summit 
When: April 16, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: An opportunity for residents, organizations and District 3 Supervisor David Chiu to collaboratively discuss neighborhood issues.  The Summit will also include a Resource Fair for participants to learn about neighborhood organizations and services.
North Beach Neighborhood Summit is sponsored by:
The North Beach Resilience Coalition, a cohort of concerned North Beach residents, organizations and service providers, The Office of District 3 Supervisor David Chiu, SF Office of the City Administrator, SF State's Institute for Civic and Community Engagement and University of San Francisco's Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and Common Good.
Information: northbeachsummit@gmail.com  dfan@tel-hi.org

Phil Ting - Solutions Palooza 
When: April 16, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Horace Mann Middle School, 3351 23rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Phil Ting and  Reset San Francisco invites you to come together to talk about their ideas and solutions for making our city work faster, fairer and smarter for everyone.  This is your chance to keep the conversation going.
Join Phil Ting and the Reset San Francisco team.  Food will be provided.
RSVP resetsanfrancisco.org/rsvp/april16

DogFest 2011
When: April 16, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Duboce Park, Duboce Street at Noe, San Francisco

State Senator Leland Yee - Coffee with Leland Yee
When: April 16, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Haus, 3086 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of coffee with Leland Yee and other Mission residents at Haus and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco.
Information: Suzanne Ruecker - suzanne@lelandyee.com

David Chiu for Mayor - Community Voices Policy
When: April 16, 2011 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Local HERE 2, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Community Voices Policy meeting - Housing/Land Use - Join the discussion around Housing and Land Use in San Francisco
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com davidchiuformayor.com

April 17, 2011 - Sunday

Open Studio Harvey Milk Democratic Club "Misguided" Tour
When: April 17, 2011 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Debra Walker's Studio, 540 Alabama Street, San Francisco
What: Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club will host a "Misguided Tour" with your guide Anna Conda of the Inner Mission Open Studios.   In honor of Debra Walker, Harvey Milk Democratic Club will kick off  the tour at her studio.   Harvey Milk Democratic Club will then explore the many large and small artist studios in the area.

State Senator Leland Yee - Coffee
When: April 17, 2011 - Sunday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Little Bird Coffeehouse, 835 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of coffee with Leland Yee and other residents and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco.
Contact: Suzanne Ruecker suzanne@lelandyee.com

44th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival Grand Parade
When: April 17, 2011 - Sunday
1:00 p.m.
Where: Civic Center to Japantown (at Post and Fillmore Street) San Francisco.
What: Support the Japanese-American community at the Cherry Blossom Festival Grand Parade.
Information: nccbf.org

April 18, 2011 - Monday


TAX DAY March to make Wall Street pay their Fair Share!
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Start at City Hall to highlight cuts, march to big banks.
What: Enough is enough!  Stand up now!  Join SEIU, ACCE, and Moveon.org for a National Tax Day Action for Fairness and to make Wall Street pay their Fair Share!
Information: homedefendersleague.org

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Spring Fling!
When: April 18, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Dunya, 1609 Polk Street, San Francisco
WhatSpring is in the air! Instead of a regular meeting come socialize with your friends and neighbors.  Have some great mid-eastern food and a beverage or two.  Appetizers will be provided.  MPNA members will get one drink on us.  Non-members will be asked for a $5. contribution.
Informationmiddlepolk.blogspot.com

April 19, 2011 - Tuesday

San Francisco Gray Panthers - Pension Reform
When: April 19, 2011 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Fireside Room, Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: General Meeting: Pension Reform, Necessity or Theft?
Information: graypanthersssf.igc.org


April 20, 2011 - Wednesday

Town Hall Meeting with Supervisor Mark Farrell and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Claire Lilienthal School, 3630  Divisadero, San Francisco
What: Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Mark Farrell and Mayor Ed Lee. Meeting  being held to hear from San Francicans about their budget priorities and concerns.
Information: mark.farrell@sfgov.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club - State Senator Leland Yee 
When: April 20, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.  Subject: "The Budget".
State Senator Leland Yee will update us on his activities in the California State Senate.  He has been asked to discuss how programs and legislation will most likely affect our City and Noe Valley.
Dr. Lee Andres, of the History Department of California State University East Bay discussion - historical perspective on the current state of the union regarding taxation and spending.
Information: Molly Fleischman molly@ffrsf.com

April 21, 2011 - Thursday


San Francisco Fundraiser supporting Evan Low, Candidate for State Assembly
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Transamerica Pyramid, 40th Floor, 600 Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Evan Low, candidate for State Assembly .
Host Committee:
Gavin Newsom, Leland Yee, Fiona Ma, Jose Cisneros, Phil Ting, David Chiu, Eric Mar, Carmen Chu, Jane Kim, David Campos, Malia Cohen,  Hydra Mendoza, Lawrence Wong, Steve Ngo, Mary Jung, Ken McNeely, Francis Tsang, Steven Adams
$100. per person
RSVP: votevan@yahoo.com - DUE TO BUILDING SECURITY. GUESTS MUST RSVP BY April 19th.
Information: evanlow.com

District 11 Budget Town Hall - Supervisor John Avalos and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 21, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: James Denman Midle School, 241 Oneida Avenue, San Francisco
WhatDistrict 11 Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor John Avalos and Mayor Ed Lee.
An opportunity for members of District 11 to voice  their priorities and demands for the allocation of funding and resources in this year's City budget.
Information: avalosintern@gmail.com

April 23, 2011 - Saturday

Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Carmen Chu and Supervisor Sean Elsbernd with Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 23, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: San Francisco Zoo, Great Hall (46th Avenue and Sloat Blvd) San Francisco
What: Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor Carmen Chu, Supervisor Sean Elsbernd with Mayor Ed Leewhere residents can provide input regarding the 2011-2012 budget for District 4 and District 7.
Information: carmen.chu@sfgov.org sean.elsbernd@sgov.org

Spring Eggstravaganza
When: April 23, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Sharon Meadows, Golden Gate Park
What: Egg hunts, carnival rides, crafts and fun for whole family. $5.
Information: bayreaonthecheap.com

April 24, 2011 - Sunday

Easter

San Francisco's 20th Annual Spring Celebration and Easter Parade 2011
When: April 24, 2011 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
2:00 Parade
Where: Union Street- Gough  to Fillmore, San Francisco
What: Union Street 20th Annual Spring Celebration and Easter Parade 2011
Information: sresproductions.com/union_street_easter.html

April 25, 2011 - Monday

Central City Democrats - 5th Anniversary Celebration
When: April 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Family Apartments Community Room 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What:  Central City Democrats (serving District 6 residents and merchants) will celebrate it's 5th Anniversary Annual Meeting at 201 Turk Street.
As part of the celebration:
 Steve Conley Champion Award - Marilyn Jane Isabel recipient
 James Leo Dunn Memorial Award  - Jamie Whitaker recipient
 Guest speakers included Supervisor Bevan Dufty
San Francisco Election's Department presentation
The event is open to the public.
Information: 415-339-8683

April 26, 2011 - Tuesday

David Chiu for Mayor - Community Voices - Jobs/Economic Development
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: CCSF, Mission Campus, 1125 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Community Voice Policy Meeting - Jobs/Economic Development.  Join David Chiu as they discuss the challenging issue of Job and Economic Development here in San Francisco
Information: Nicole Derse web@davidchiuformayor.com davidchiuformayor.com

Potrero Hill Boosters
When: April 26, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood  House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What:  From agenda:
Daggett Triangle development - vacant land at corner of 16th Street and 7th Street.
San Francisco County Transportation Authority (SFCTA) will present the San Francisco Transportation Plan (SFTP), the long-range countywide transportation plan for San Francisco and the Regional Transportation Plan (RTP), the Bay Area's transportation plan for the next 25 years.
Vote for new officers - 2011-2012:
President - Tony Kelly
VP Advocacy - Dick Millet
VP Membership - Monisha Mustapha
Treasurer - Daphne Magnawa
Recording Secretary - Keith Goldstein
Corresponding Secretary - Dewitt Lacy
Sgt at Arms - Ellen Kernaghan
Auditor 1 - Robin Talmadge
Auditor 2 - Joe Boss
Membere at Large - David Glober
Information: potreroboosters.org

April 27, 2011 - Wednesday

Budget meeting with Supervisor Eric Mar (District 1) and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Star of the Sea Auditorium, 360 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Budget meeting with Supervisor Eric Mar and Mayor Ed Lee
Information: Eric.L.Mar@sfgov.org

April 28, 2011 - Thursday


San Francisco Organizing Project - 6th Annual Soul of the City
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Foreign Cinema, 2534 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Celebration of the San Francisco's Organizing Project's past, present and future. 18 signature appetizers from the chefs of Foreign Cinema with complimentary wine and beer.
$75.
RSVP by April 21st: Brian Schmedinghoff brian@sfop.org
Information: sfop.org


Budget meeting with Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi and Mayor Ed Lee
When: April 28, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Hamilton Recreation Center, 1900 Geary Blvd, San Francisco
What: Budget meeting with Supervisor Eric Mar and Mayor Ed Lee
Information: ross.mirkarimi@sfgov.org

April 29, 2011 - Friday

The Wedding of the Century - Prince William and Kate Middleton!

April 29 through May 1st - Friday, Saturday and Sunday

California Democratic Party State Convention
When: April 29, 2011 through May 1st - Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Where: Sacramento Convention Center, Sacramento
What: California Democratic Party State Convention
Information: ca.demconvention.com




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