Litquake - October 15, 2011
October 17, 2011 - Monday
Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association
When: October 17, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: CPMC Davies Medical Center, Auditorium, Lower Level B North Tower, SF
What: Agenda:
Ed Reisken (Director, SFMTA), Supervisor Scott Wiener and a representative from the SFPD will discuss the recent pedestrian deaths and how to improve safety in the neighborhood.
Information: dtna.org
Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Melissa Griffin
When: October 17, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: It's a Grind, 1800 Polk, San Francisco
What: Focus on upcoming November election. Melissa Griffin, political columnist for the San Francisco Examiner will be discussing State and City Propositions and explaining rank-choice voting.
Information: middlepolk.org
October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
SF Gray Panthers - Nuclear Power: New Info, New Actions
When: October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
12:45 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Center, Fireside Room, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Scott Yundt, Staff Attorney, Tri-Valley CAREs, on: Hidden Information on the ongoing Fukushima emergency. Dangers of nuclear plants, their ties to nuclear weapons. New networks forming to close California Nuclear plants.
Information: graypantherssf.igc.org
San Francisco Supervisors
When: October 18, 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/BAG101811.pdf
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
Miyamoto Fundraiser - Judge Quentin Kopp, Terry Fowler
When: October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Credo, 360 Pine Street, San Francisco
What: Join hosts Judge Quentin Kopp and Terry Fowler for a fundraiser for Sheriff's Candidate Paul Miyamoto
Information: miyamoto4sheriff.com
Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Sam Lauter and Charlie Kirschner
When: October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center, San Francisco
What: Conversation with speakers Charlie Kirschner, AIPAC Pacific Northwest Deputy Director and Sam Lauter, AIPAC Northern California, Past-President, and BMWL Principal Consultant. Bring your thoughts and questions. Everyone is invited.
Information: sfrwjdc@yahoo.com
Phil Ting - Start Up San Francisco
When: October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Hub Bay Area, 925 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Reset San Francisco Founder Phil Ting will host a panel discussion with local and national experts on how the City can help local entrepreneurs Start Up in San Francisco.
Information: ResetSanFrancisco.org
Rebuild Potrero - Community Design Meeting #2
When: October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: NABE, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: Presenting overall site plan and massing concepts for Blocks A and B. Come and see preliminary building designs for these blocks.
Information: rebuidpotrero.com
The California Foundation: San Francisco Mayoral Candidates Forum
When: October 18, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Christian Center Education Building, 5845 Mission Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Come hear the Mayoral Candidates discuss issues important to your community.
Moderators: Alan Wang, ABC 7 News and Maria Leticia Gomez, Univisiion 14
Information: thecaliforniafoundation.org
October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Committee
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=39849
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org
SPUR - Streetcar extension to Fort Mason
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Rick Laubscher, president of the Market Street Railway and Doug Wright, project consultant to Fort Mason Center will discuss details of the proposed project including its benefits, costs and plans for implementation.
$10. non-members
Information: spur.org
San Francisco Police Commission
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=3846
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, L. Julius M. Turman, Angela Can, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org
San Francisco Ethics Commission
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfethics.org/ethics/2011/10/agenda-october-19-2011.html
Commissioners: Beverly Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Dorothy S. Liy, Jamienne S. Studley, Charles L. Ward
Information: sfethics.org
HIV Community Mayoral Candidates Forum
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: State of California Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: HIV Community Mayoral Forum hosted by the HIV+ Community as they make their decisions on which of the Mayoral candidates would best represent the needs of people with HIV/AIDS in San Francisco.
Moderated by Donna Sachet.
Panel: Former AIDS Czars Jeff Sheehy and Michael Shriver, LGBT Pride Board Member Lord Martine, Castro Country Club headyTerry Beswick, HIV prevention guru Jason Riggs, Human Rights Commissioner Cecilia Chung, Project Inform Director Dana Van Gorder, Ryan White CARE Council Member HIV and Aging advocate Steve Manly and Brian Basinger - head of AIDS Housing Alliance.
Confirmed Candidates: Bevin Dufty, Ed Lee, Leland Yee, David Chiu, Dennis Herrera.
Presenters: AIDS Housing Alliance/SF, San Francisco AIDS Foundation, Project Inform and HIV Democratic Club
Centro Latino de San Francisco de San Francisco, Inc.'s - 11th Annual Irish/Mex Fiesta
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Centro Latino de San Francisco, 1656 15th Street, San Francisco
What: You are invited to a special event to honor Sheriff Michael Hennessey for his 32 years of service. Event also memorializes the bravery of the "San Patricios" who so valiantly fought in the Battle of Churubusco 1847 and celebrates over 150 years of friendship between Irish and Mexican communities.
Hosted by: Ernest "Chuck" Ayala, President, Centro Latino de San Francisco
Patrick and Ute Goggins, Irish/Mexican Association
Event Committee Members: Maureen Barry, Jennifer Davidson, Jeannie Maher, Gloria Bonilla, Jaime Estrada, Ethel Newlin, Norma Campbell, Patrick and Ute Goggins, Nina Pellegrini, Breda Courtney, David Vela
Featuring International Cuisine - Irish Music, DJ "Mr. Fresh"
Donation: $60. per person - no-host coctails
Complimentary Valet Parking
RSVP by October 17, 2011 - bgclsf@hotmail.com
Comics for Avalos
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Bindlestiff Studio, 185 6th Street at Howard, San Francisco
What: Comics for Avalos. Comedy fundraiser to benefit the Avalos for Mayor Campaign.
Featuring:
W. Kamau Bell, Nato Green, Kevin Camia, Frankie Quinones, Marc Abrigo, Kat Evasco.
Hosted by Al S. Manalo
Information: avalosformayor.org
Noe Valley Democratic Club - San Francisco Public Schools
When: October 19, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips School, 725 Diamond, San Francisco
What: Topic: San Francisco Public Schools. Panel:
Hydra Mendoza - President of the San Francisco Unified School Board of Education
Ken Tray - teacher and Political Director of the San Francisco Teacher Union
Heather World - involved and concerned parent from Alvarado Elementary School.
Information: Molly Fleischman molly@ffrsf.com
October 20, 2011 - Thursday
Public Safety
When: October 20, 2011 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=39865
Supervisors: Ross Mirkarimi, Malia Cohen, David Campos
Information: bos.org
San Francisco Rally to Save Adult Day Health Services
When: October 20, 2011 - Thursday
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Join seniors, persons with disabilities, their families and supporters to urge the Mayor and the Board of Supervisors to keep the Adult Day Health Centers open. We will also be asking their help to convince the Governor that it is a mistake to give up $164 million in Medicaid matching funds that would keep people living in their own homes and neighborhoods rather than institutions.
Planning Commission
When: October 20, 2011 - Thursday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://sf-planning.org/index.aspx?page=2938
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfbos.org
Rules Committee
When: October 20, 2011 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=39857
Supervisors: Jane Kim, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell
Information: sfbos.org
Miyamoto Fundraiser - Asian Police Officers' Association
When: October 20, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Lava Lounge, 527 Bryant Street, San Francisco
What: Join the Asian Police Officers' Association for a fundraiser to benefit Sheriff's Candidate Paul Miyamoto.
Information: miyamoto4sheriff.com
Living Wage Fundraiser at Buck Tavern - Fundraiser
When: October 20, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Living Wage Coalition is hosting an evening of fund and fundraising at Buck Tavern. Join us for a drink, some entertainment and support the Living Wage Coalition.
Information: livingwage-sf.org
October 21, 2011 - Friday
SPUR and Friends of Caltrain - Public Meeting
When: October 21, 2011- Friday
8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Missoin Street, San Francisco
What: Hear from SFMTA Board Chair Tom Nolan, Board Director Cheryl Brinkman and Acting Director of Caltrain's modernization program Marian Lee as they present and answer questions about the proposed blended system's design, alignment and projected impact on the future of high speed rail and regional commuting.
RSVP: caltrarinmodern.eventbrite.com
Information: spur.org
David Onek - Fundraiser
When: October 21, 2011 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Where: 745 Chestnut, #301, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for David Onek, candidate for District Attorney
Hosted by: Tom Ammiano, Art Agnos, Aaron Peskin, Dick Grosboll and Esther Marks.
Supporters: Michel Hennessey, David Chiu, John Avalos, Carmen Chu, Eric Mar, San Francisco Democratic Party, Sierra Club - San Francisco Bay Chapter, United Educators of San Francisco
Benefactors: Dennis Antenore, Samuel Vitkoski, Hene and Dennis Kelly
Sponsors: Jan Holloway, Warren Mar and Susan McDonough, Lynn and Paul Sedway, Jane Morrison
Friends:
Barbara Attard, Ruth Bond, Charles Chatfield Taylor, Howard Fallon, Sue Hestor, Dennis Mosgofian Donna Calame, Diane Sidd-Champion, Brand and Lisa Benon, Lauren Brener and Jeffrey Demain, Emil De Guzman, Donna Furth, Bert Hill, John O'Toole and Jean Hom, Linda Plack, Glady Holder Soto, Mark Bolton, Robert J. Erickson, Roma Guy, Nan McGuire and Jim Stevens, Amy Rassen, Karen Francois
$50. Event, $100. Sponsor up.
Information: rgrosboll@neyhartlaw.com
Jeff Adachi - Fundraiser Auction
When: October 21, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Guerrero Galley Art, 2700 19th Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser Auction for Jeff Adachi, candidate for Mayor.
Hosted by Peter Kirkeby, Andres Guerrero and Matt Gonzalez.
Artwork by: Andrew Schoultz, Barry McGee, Bill McRight, Chris Baird, Felix Macnee, Kevin Taylor, Theophilus Brown, Gustavo Ramos Rivera, Hilary Pecis, Jack Micheline, Jon Bocksel, Kelly Ording, Matt Gonzalez, Rainen Knecht, Shelter Serra, Topher Delaney, Yuri Psinakis, Tom Schultz, Ryan Coffey, Paul Gibson, Mark Mulroney, Kelly Long, John Beech, Igino Legnaghi, Guy Overfelt, Dennis Parlante, Bruce Conner, Kathryn Kain, Ben Venom, Malik Seneferu, Enrique Chagoya, Kathryn Kain and Aeschleah DeMartino
Information: adachi2011.com/events/81/guerrero-gallery-art-auction-fundraiser
October 22, 2011 - Saturday
Campaign for a Healthy California - Town Hall Meeting
When: October 22, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: St Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Join James Haslam, Donna Smith and Senator Mark Leno in supporting The California Universal Health Care Act SB810, and is raising funds for the Vermont Workers Center.
Sponsors: California Nurses Association, California School Employees Association, California Teachers Association, California Physicians for a National Health Program, California Health Professional Student Alliance, Health Care for All, OneCare, Single Payer Now, Progressive Democrats for America, Progressie Caucus of the California Democratic Party, California Alliance for Retired Americans, Democracy for America, Jobs with Justice, San Francisco Grey Panthers, OWL-San Francisco
Information: jreid@californiaalliance.org
John Avalos - Uptown Fundraiser
When: October 22, 2011 - Saturday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Uptown, 200 Capp Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for John Avalos. Food and drinks and talking about John's progressive vision for San Francisco
Information: avalosformayor.org
Potrero Hill History Night
When: October 22, 2011 - Saturday
5:30 p.m. - Barbecue - prepared by Thee Parkside, Bottom of the Hill and Chat's Coffee with the Apollo Jazz Group $6. BBQ, $2. Dessert - Benefiting International Studies Academy
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Free Program - Goat Hll Phil in conversation with Josephine Firpo Alioto: 90 years of Hill History
Pioneer Rock Critic Joel Selvin and Country Joe McDonald.
Where: International Studies Academy, 655 De Haro, San Francisco
Information: 415-863-0784
October 23, 2011 - Sunday
Sunday Streets - Season Final in the Mission
When: October 23, 2011 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Mission: 24th Street and Valencia Streets, San Francisco
What: Sunday Streets! In the Mission
Information: sundaystreetssf.com
Arthur Evans - A Celebration
When: October 23, 2011 - Sunday
1:00 p.m.
Where: Eureka Valley Recreation Center, 100 Collingwood Street, San Francisco
Asian Pacific Islander American Public Affairs Association Community Education Foundation -
10th Annual Voters Education and Candidates Forum - 2011
When: October 23, 2011 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. - Registration/Reception
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Forum Program
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Networking
Where: Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, 99 Grove Street, San Francisco
What: 10th Annual Voters Education and Candidates Forum. Fully Educational . Non-Partisan. Discussions on Issues affecting Asian Pacific Islander Communities and the General Public
Information: apapa.org
October 24, 2011 - Monday
Last Day to Register to Vote for the November 8th Election - sfgov2.org
Women for Chris Cunnie!
When: October 24, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Address given at RSVP
What: Fundraiser for Chris Cunnie - candidate for Sheriff.
Hosts: Angela Alioto, Sharon Johnson, Kate Monico Klein, Roma Guy, Delia Ginorio, Karen Levine, Amy Bacharach, Rebecca Prozan, Rachel Powell Norton, Sunny Schwartz, Lateefah Simon, Leslie Katz, Claire Zvanski, Andrea Shorter, Joyce Newstat, Susan Lowenberg, Nancy Rubin and Anne Stuhldreher
Everyone is welcome! Light refreshments served.
Suggested Donations: $25., $50, $100. up
RSVP amybacharach@aol.com
Information: chriscunnie.com/contribute
Last Call for Herrera
When: October 24, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Dogpatch Saloon, 2496 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Join us in supporting Dennis Herrera for Mayor and make your final donation before the Election Day.
Information: herreraformayor.com
San Francisco Labor Council Teach-In - Medicare in the Cross-Hairs- Social Security Next?
When: October 24, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Plumbers Union Hall, 1621 Market Street, San Francisco
What: How Much Will Your Medicare Be Cut? How Much More Will You Have to Pay? Come Hear the Facts - Open Discussion To Follow
San Francisco Labor Council Education Project
Information: sflaborcouncil.org
October 25 2011 - Tuesday
Entertainment Commission
When: October 25, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: http://www.sfgov2.org/index.aspx?page=2886
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Tim Benetti, Glendon Hyde, Neal Cavellini, Al Perez
Information: sfgov2.org
SPUR - Ballot and Brews
When: October 25, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join the Young Urbanists for an informal gathering and learn what (and who) is on the ballot for the November election. BYOB (bring your own ballot). Sponsored by Koret Foundation
$20. non-members
Information: spur.org
October 26, 2011 - Wednesday
Arab Heritage Month
When: October 26, 2011 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Rotunda, San Francisco
What: Mayor Ed Lee and the Arab Heritage Month Committee present Arab Heritage Month. A month of cultural events showcasing the Arts, Music, Food, Traditions, and the Spirit of the Arab Community.
Information: arabheritagesf.com
Leland Yee - A Night at Yoshi's
When: October 26, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's Jazz Club, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Leland Yee.
Information: finance@lelandyee.com
October 27, 2011 - Thursday
First Annual San Francisco Arts Democratic Club Halloween Event
When: October 27, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bissap Baobab, 3388 19th Street, San Francisco
What: Join San Francisco Arts Democratic Club and their endorsed candidates for their club's first annual pre-election Haloween bash. Prizes for best "dress as your candidate" costume and any other prizes!
Information: sfadc.org
Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club Fall Awards
When: October 27, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis, San Francisco
What: Join Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club in honoring:
Leadership Award: Charles Sheehan
Legislator of the Year: Supervisor Scott Wiener
Community Partner in Public Service Award: San Francisco Public Library
Community Partner in Public Relations Award: Contemporary Jewish Museum
Community Partner in Public Policy Award: Jewish Community Relations Council
Special Recognition: Getting-Shit-Done Service Award: Servicemembers Legal Defense Network
Volunteers of the Year Awards:
Keith Baraka
Nathan Purkiss
$65. - Alice Member
$85. - No-member
$95. - Admission and Alice Membership
Information: alicebtoklas.org
Unmasked: The 2011 GLBT Historical Society Gala
When: October 27, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Green Room at the War Memorial, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What: Celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual and trarnsgender history at the GLBT Historical Society's Annual Unmasked Gala. Passed food, hosted bar, entertainment, silent auction. Festive attire encouraged.
$60. general, $100 VIP
Information and Tickets: unmaskedgala.org
October 28, 2011 - Friday
Art for Avalos Fundraiser
When: October 28, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Incline Gallery, 766 Valencia, San Francisco
What: San Pancho Art Collective and Team Avalos will present Art for Avalos. Silent Auction Fundraiser at the Incline Gallery to benefit the campaign.
Soulful musical stylings by DJ Primo of Oldies Night and DJ Carnita of Hard French fame.
Cash bar and food by Traveling Takoyaki.
Information: avalosformayor.com
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