Picture taken at Fisherman's Wharf - Cable Car Turn Around
July 25, 2011 - Monday
California Music and Culture Association - District Attorney Candidates' Forum
When: July 25, 2011 - Monday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: The Fillmore, 1805 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: CMAC is inviting all filed candidates for San Francisco District Attorney to participate in a special City Insider lunch, as well as complete a candidates questionnaire on the relationship between nightlife and law enforcement, public safety and patron responsibility.
Information: cmacsf.org
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: July 25, 2011 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org
Human Rights Commission - Prior Arrest and Conviction Forum
When: July 25, 2011 - Monday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Prior Arrest and Conviction Public Forum focusing on employment. Consider enacting limitations on the use of criminal records by making job applicants with criminal pasts - excluding sex offenders and those convicted of violent crimes - a "protected" class when looking for work.
Commissioners: Michael Sweet, Doug Chan, Cecilia Chung, Mark Kelleher, Faye Woo Lee, Todd Mavis, Nazly Mohajer, Tom Pier, Victoria Ruiz
Information:sfgov.org/site/sfhumanrights
San Francisco Transit Riders Union - General Meeting
When: July 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Where: Park Branch, San Francisco Public Library, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Transit Riders Union - General Meeting.
Information: rboden@sftru.org
Meet and Greet -San Francisco County Transportation
When: July 25, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m
Where: Turk Street Community Room, 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Meet with San Francisco County Transportation Authority.
Topic: Updated Transportation Plan and Congestion Price Trafficking.
Organized by Dean Clark.
Light food and refreshments will be provided.
Westside Democratic Club -Bevan Dufty and Paul Miyamoto
When: July 25, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Community Room, SFPD Taraval Station, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Welcome Bevan Dufty, candidate for Mayor and Paul Miyamoto - candidate for Sheriff
July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
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
Lower 24th Street - A Merchants and Neighbors Association - Police Chief Greg Suhr
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: Chief of Police Greg Suhr will be addressing the community regarding the Department's Community Policing policy. Ingleside and Mission Stations will share the venue. This is an excellent opportunity for the Police Chief to hear from us regarding your ideas on Community Policing.
Osiris Coalition - The Bayview Hunters Point Community Forum
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Bayview Opera House Ruth Williams Memorial Theater, 4705 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Bayview Hunters Point Community will be hosting a forum regarding the shooting that took place on Saturday, July 26, 2011. This is an opportunity for the community to ask questions and offer real solutions regarding the pressing matter and more.
Bayview Merchants Meeting
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: US Bank 4947 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Bayview Merchants. Hear about the status of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency and the status of the HP Shipyard, Candlestick Point Project. Additionally they will spotlight three Bayview businesses.
Municipal Transportation Agency, San Francisco Police Department - Muni bus stop in the Tenderloin
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Tenderloin Police Station, 301 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Municipal Transportation Agency and the San Francisco Police Department will meet with Tenderloin residents to address safety concerns at Muni bus stops in the neighborhood.
Source: The Examiner - Will Reisman
Entertainment Commission
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfgov2.org/index.aspx?page=2771
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Justin Roja, Tim Benetti, Glendon Anna Conda Hyde , Neal Cavellini, Al Perez
Joanna Rees -Talk of the Neighborhood - Mission Bay
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: The Creamery, 685 4th Street, San Francisco
What: Talk of the Neighborhood - Mission Bay with Joanna Rees - candidate for Mayor
Information: joinjoanna.com
Potrero Boosters Meeting
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: from agenda:
Discuss permanent improvements to Showplace Plaza, the temporary skateboard-park-for-beginners created in front of Axis Cafe.
Looking at another proposed Eastern Neighborhoods project coming up at the Planning Commission - 740 Illinois Street, or 2121 3rd Street, San Francisco.
Information: potreroboosters.org
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - General Membership meeting
When: July 26, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: General Meeting. Discussing the upcoming endorsement process and may be voting on bylaw suspension/revision as pertains to the endorsement process. The meeting will be dedicated to internal club business.
Information: milkclub.org
July 27, 2011 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Committee
When: July 27, 2011 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim, Scott Wiener, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Police Commission
When: July 27, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julius Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org/meeting
WIN and GAE Community Roundtable and Call To Action
When: July 27, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: African American Arts and Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: Join Women's Interculltural Network (WIN) and Global Arts and Education Fund for conversation and action on issues that matter at a Community Roundtable and Call to Action
Women, Culture, Race and Power:
Rose Aguilar, Host of "Your Call" on KALW, will moderate
Panel:
Caryl Ito, Dev Major and Charlie Toledo
Followed by table conversation for action plans on priority issues
Reserve your seat: 415-221-4841
San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee - Monthly Meeting
When: July 27, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sfdemocrats.org/sites/default/files/7-27-11%20DCCC%20agenda.pdf
Information: sfdemocrats.org
Friends of Noe Valley Neighborhood Meeting
When: July 27, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Auditorium, 665 Elizabeth Street, San Francisco
What: Friends of Noe Valley Neighborhood meeting.
Supervisor Scott Wiener will discuss his work on MUNI, Noe Valley Town Square, AT and T utility cabinets and other issues that you want to ask him.
Find out about neighborhood events being planned and how you can get involved.
Information: friendsofnoevalley.com
July 28, 2011 - Thursday
Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: July 28, 2011 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Mark Farrell, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Planning Commission
When: July 28, 2011 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Christina Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugay
Information: sf-planning.orgsf-planning.org
Rules Committee
When: July 28, 2011 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Jane Kim, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell
Information: sfbos.org
City and School District Select Committee
When: July 28, 2011 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, John Avalos, Carmen Chu
Commissioners: Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Rachel Norton
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Women's Political Committee - Meet Candidates John Avalos and Phil Ting
When: July 28, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Noble Bar, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Women's Political Committee in meeting with John Avalos and Phil Ting - candidates for Mayor.
Information: sfwpc.org
District Three Democratic Club - November Ballot Measures - Endorsements
When: July 28, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: District Three Democratic Club - endorsement - ballot measures. Learn the nuances with this November's ballot measures and make your voice and vote count.
The Club will be endorsing measures after hearing from all sides of our local initiatives including Male Circumcision, Demolition of Residential Buildings, Assistance to Homeless Individuals, Student Assignment System, and School Bonds. There will be an opportunity for Questions and Answers after each presentation.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Information: d3dc@hotmail.com
July 29, 2011 - Friday
Comedy Variety Show - Ross Mirkarimi
When: July 29, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. VIP Reception
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Carnelian by the Bay, 1 Ferry Plaza, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Ross Mirkarimi.
MC is Comedian Bradley Lum. Entertainment put together by Hanley Chan. Raffles and door prizes, comedians, singers and entertainers.
Information: rossmirkarimi.com
July 30, 2011 - Saturday
Joanna Rees - Talk of the Neighborhood: Bayview
When: July 30, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Frisco Fried, 5176 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Talk of the Neighborhood: Bayview
Information: joinjoanna.com
Visitacion Valley Branch Library Grand Opening
When: July 30, 2011 - Saturday
1:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Leland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Grand opening for the new Visitacion Valley Branch Library. City Librarian Luis Herrera and Supervisor Malia Cohen are among the city and state officials planning to attend the opening celebration.
Information:sfpl.org
46th Anniversary of Medicare's Passage into Law -Why We Support Medicare For All
When: July 30, 2011 - Saturday
3:00 p.m.
Where: ILWU Local 6 Union Hall , 255 9th Street, San Francisco
What: Come to a discussion on the importance of expanding Medicare to everyone.
Featured Speakers:
Carl Finamore: former President, Air Transport Employees, Local Lodge 1781, IAMAW and current delegate, SF Labor Council, AFL-CIO
Barry Hermanson: Co-chair, California Green Party Coordinating Committee
Flora Luo and Jimmy Nguyen: Core Member and Youth Organizers with Chinese Progressive Association
Michael Lyon: Gray Panthers
Rachel Schapira: Potrero Hill Democratic Club
Sponsored by Single Payer Now.
Information: singlepayernow.net/events
August 1, 2011 - Monday
San Francisco HIV Town Hall Meeting
When: August 1, 2011 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Town Hall meeting to learn about San Francisco's System of HIV Prevention.
Provide your insights and input on how the System of HIV Prevention can best meet your needs.
Find information about future opportunities for community input and feedback.
Ceremony GLBT History Museum - Alice History Exhibit Opening and Retrospective
When: August 1, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: GLBT History Museum, 4127 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Come join Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club and the GLBT History Museum for the opening Celebration of the Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club Exhibit at the GLBT Museum.
This exhibit will be on display for the month of August. The opening celebration will feature a Historical Retrospective of the Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club by Nathan Purkiss.
Information: alicebtoklas.orgalicebtoklas.org
August 2, 2011 - Tuesday
National Night Out 2011
When: August 2, 2011 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Crocker Amazon Park Bocce Ball Court and Rec Center Area, Moscow and Italy Streets, San Francisco
What: for the 28th Annual "National Night Out" a nationwide annual event designed to raise crime prevention awareness, strengthen neighborhood spirit and unity, and foster community-police partnerships.
Join Mayor Ed Lee - the San Francisco Police Department - SFPD Chief Greg Suhr - Ingleside Police Station, the Community Police Advisory Board, The Outer Mission Merchants and the Residents Association - and the community.
Come join in a festive barbecue, social event, K-9 Demonstration, SFPD Motorcycle Demonstration, and Community Empowerment by SFSAFE.
Information: Ingleside Police Station 404-4000
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Monthly meeting
When: August 2, 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: Tentative Agenda:
Supervisor Malia Cohen with an update
Sierra Club speaker on the Sharp Park golf course controversy
Barbara Lee's Afghanistan withdrawal bill
Planning for upcoming Members Party and Auction
Information: phdemclub.orgphdemclub.org
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: August 2, 2011 -Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: PAC Meeting. 3rd and final opportunity to qualify to vote in the PAC's endorsement process. They will be hearing from advocates and opponents of November's ballot measures.
Information: correspondent@milkclub.org
August 3, 2011 - Wednesday
Louis Restaurant Reopens! 902 Point Lobas, San Francisco - louissf.com
Emerge California's Summer Salon with Special Guest Speaker Donna Brazile!
When: August 3, 2011 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art and Culture Center Buriel Clay Theater, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: Emerge California's Summer Salon. - Donna Brazile.
Purchase Ticket: emergeca.org
August Districtwide Community Meeting
When: August 3, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, Multi-purpose Room, San Francisco
What: Alliance for a Better District 6. Meeting to discuss current concerns of District 6 and announce updates. Agenda includes:
2011 Street Bond measure
Pension Reform
801 Brannan Street Development project
1 Henry Adams Development project
222 Hyde Street
Legislative Reports
Safety Reports.
Members of the public are invited to attend.
Information: 415-820-1560
San Francisco District Attorney Candidates Debate
When: August 3, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: African American Art and Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco District Attorney Candidates Debate - Civil Rights and Criminal Justice Reform
Candidates Sharmin Bock, David Onek and George Gascon
Sponsors: Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights, ACLU-Northern California, Asian Law Caucus, Chinese for Affirmative Action, Citizen Hope, Equal Justice Society, and Equal Rights Advocates
August 4, 2011 - Thursday
Ross' Big 50th Birthday Bash!
When: August 4, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's San Francisco, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser and Birthday Bash for Ross Mirkarimi for San Francisco Sheriff
Join Sheriff Mike Hennessey, Senator Mark Leno, Assemblymember Fiona Ma, Assemblymember Tom Ammiano and Supervisor David Campos.
Yoshi's Sake Lounge - enjoy a variety of Yoshi's favorite sushi rolls as well as some delectable passed hor d'oeuvres and complimentary drinks!
$500 VIP, $250. Sponsor, $100 Supporter, $50 Friend.
Purchase ticket secure.actblue.com/page/mikarimi_birthday_bash?refcode+Facebooksecure.actblue.com
Information: rossforsheriff@gmail.com
August 8, 2011 - Monday
Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club History Panel
When: August 8, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: GLBT History Museum, 4127 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Living-history panel recounts four decades of organizing and advocacy by the Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club. Panel:
Phyllis Lyon cofounder of the first lesbian organization in the United States and friend of Alice founder Jim Foster.
Gary Miller - founding member of Alice and President of the club in 1975.
Connie O'Connor - Alice president 1980-1982.
Theresa Sparks - first transgender cochair of Alice -2001-2003
Information: alicebtoklas.org
Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association, Castro Eureka Valley Association Mayoral Forum
When: August 8, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Castro Theatre, 429 Castro, San Francisco
What: Mayoral Candidates Forum
Moderator - Liam Mayclem of "Eye on the Bay".
Candidates: Michael Alioto-Pier, John Avalos, David Chiu,Bevan Dufty, Tony Hall, DennisHerrera, Joanna Rees, Phil Ting and Leland Yee.
August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
2011 Entertainment Industry Summit
When: August 9, 2011 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library, San Francisco
What: Purpose of the Summit is to unveil a new online entertainment tool, share industry best practices and updates on legislation that will enhance music opportunities.
Specifically, the Entertainment Commission, along with SFPD Command staff and others in the City Family, will present "PromoterSF", San Francisco's new database for promoters doing business in the City. There will be an opportunity to help with the City's first Economic Impact Study of the night life sector. Plus, they will present the new Limited Live Performance Permit, created for cafes, restaurants and small venues to add more opportunities for musicians in San Francisco.
Come to meet, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for collaborations to foster vibrant and safe night life in San Francisco. The Summit is for owners and operators, promoters, security companies, artists and anyone interested in the topic.
The Summit is hosted by the Entertainment Commission and SFPD and co-sponsored by CMAC.
August 11, 2011 - Thursday
2011 San Francisco Mayoral Debate
When: August 11, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: African American Art and Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club and the City Democratic Club invite you to the 2011 San Francisco Mayoral Debate.
In partnership with the Huffington Post and YouTube,
Melissa Griffin will be the evening's Moderator, with commentary from Beth Spotswood and Pollo.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Please email events, comments or questions to sfpostnotes@gmail.com
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