Monday, February 28, 2011

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February 28, 2011


City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Senior Housing and Independence - Hearing on the Budget and Legislative Analyst report "Housing Assistance and other Services to Enable Seniors to Remain in their Communities and Homes".  Sponsor:
Mar
Recycling Program - HANC - Resolution requesting the Rec and Park Dept. and the Dept. of the Environment collaborate to establish a comprehensive Parks recycling program utilizing the expertise, volunteer base an facilities of the HANC Recycling Center in Golden Gate Park, for the Dept. of the Environment to establish an Independent Recycling Center Master Plan, and requesting the Rec and Park Dept. to rescind the eviction of the HANC Recycling Center from Golden Gate Park.
Sponsors: Mirkarimi, Avalos, Mar and Campos
Members: John Avalos, Eric Mar, Sean Elsbernd
Informationsfbos.org


Tell Governor Brown: These Cuts Won't Heal
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Hallidie Plaza - 5th and Market, San Francisco
What: Community to protest cuts to our resources - harming people who need healthcare, people who need jobs, elders and people with disabilities, workers in caring professions.  March and community speakout.  Meet at Hallidie Plaza and then proceed to State building.
Information: 415-749-2790 ext 356

Bevan is turning 56!
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Monkey Thai Restaurant, 280 Valencia Street, San Francisco
WhatBevan Dufty is Turning 56! Sponsored by Assemblymember Fiona Ma.  56 dollars for 56 years.  Lots of fun, birthday surprises.
Information: caitlin@bevandufty.com

Rescue Muni - Bus Rapid Transit Projects
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: County Fair Building, Ninth and Lincoln in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
What: Rescue Muni General Meeting.  Rachel Hiatt of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority has been invited to present the latest on the Van Ness Project, and they also expect to have a presentation on Geary.
Information: rescuemuni.org

Westside Democratic Club - Leland Yee
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SFPD Taraval Station, Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Westside Democratic Club as they welcome State Senator Leland Yee.
Information: info@wdcsf.org

March 1, 2011  - Tuesday

Youth Life Line Pass - MTA Board
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, MTA Board Room 400, San Francisco
What: Come support and speak to the MTA Board about the youth life line pass that would allow for free fast passes for qualified youth.

Potrero Hill Democratic Club  - Are Redevelopment Agencies on the way out?
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
6:45 p.m. sign in and socialize
7:15 p.m. program starts
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
WhatRedevelopment Agencies on the Way out? Part of the Governor's proposed budget completely eliminates community Redevelopment Agencies.  Have these entities been essential for job creation and community revitalization, or are they "futile" as Governor Brown has said.
Discussion with Arc Ecology Executive Director Saul Bloom, housing activist  Calvin Welch, San Francisco Redevelopment Agency Deputy Executive Director Olson Lee, and a spokesperson from California Professional Firefighters.  Moderator will be San Francisco political reporter Marisa Lagos.
Informationphdemclub.org

Harvey Milk Lesbian/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Political Action Committee of San Francisco's Harvey Milk Club is hosting a Panel Discussion on the "State of the Left in San Francisco and Beyond".  Panelists include:
Kim Corsaro, Editor and Publisher of the Bay Times
Jeff Sheehy, Member of the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine, Past Milk Club President, Co-Author of San Francisco's Equal Benefits Ordinance and currently with the AIDS Research Institute of UCSF.
Tim Paulson, Executive Director of the San Francisco Labor Council and architect of Healthy San Francisco, the first of its kind Universal Health Care Program in the United States.
Tiny, aka Lisa Gray-Garcia, Co-Founder and Editor of Poor Magazine, Poor News Network and author of "Criminal of Poverty - Growing Up Homeless in America".
Tim Redmond, Editor, San Francisco Bay Guardian
David Chiu - President of the Board of Supervisors, District 3
John Avalos - Supervisor District 11
David Campos - Supervisor District 9
Jane Kim - Supervisor District 6
Eric Mar - Supervisor District 1

PAC Members wishing to participate in the endorsement process in the spring must attend two of three regularly scheduled PAC meetings, of which this is the first.
Information: Carol Stuart, PAC Char cstuartsf@aol.com

Harvey Milk/Gay/Bisexual/Transgender Democratic Club  - 2011 Executive Board:
Co-Presidents: Stephany Ashley, Nathan Allbee
VP Political Affairs: Carol Stuart
VP External Affairs:  Tim Durning
VP Internal Affairs: Suzanne Ruecker
E-Board Internal:  Kevin Bard
E-Board Organizing:  Josue Arguelles
E-Board Events and Fundraising: Devon Nandagiri
E-Board Treasurer: Max Siegel
E-Board Correspondent: Alex Smith
E-Board Recorder: Jason Villalobos
E-Board Outreach: Jazzie Collins, Anna Conda
Website: milkclub.org

Jewish Community Center of San Francisco - Let Freedom Ride
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
What: Freedom Riders Reunion and Gallery Opening.  In 1961 hundreds of Americans converged on Jackson, Mississippi to challenge state segregation laws.  The Freedom Riders were determined to put an end to segregation and discrimination.  Join American heroes Ed Johnson, Mort Linder, Mimi Real, Carol Ruth Silver and Alexander Weiss to hear personal stories from when they boarded buses and trains and then went to jail.
Followed by a tour of the "Breach of Peace" - Katz Snyder Gallery exhibition
Moderated by KGO's Ray Taliafero.  
Free.  Reservations required. Email arts@jccsf.org or call 415-292-1233

March 2, 2011 - Wednesday

San Francisco Business Times - Mayor's Economic Forecast
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:15 a.m. Registration
7:25 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Breakfast Forum
Where: San Francisco Marriott Marquis, 55 Fourth Street, San Francisco
What: Mayor's Economic Forecast.  Featuring Mayor Ed Lee, Mayor Jean Quan, Daniel Cressman, Paul Single.
$95.
Registersanfranciscobusinesstimes.com/event/36751
Information: Jacquie Bischoff jbischoff@bizjournals.com

San Francisco Police Commission
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400 San Francisco
What: Item from agenda:
Chief's Report - Report on crime statistics, review of recent activities, status report on preparation of SFPD's 2011-2012 Budget
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, James Hammer, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org


Sunday Streets pre-season Fundraiser
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come join Sunday Streets as they get ready to kick off the 2011 season!.  Celebrity bartenders and lots of raffle prizes/  Donation requested: $5.-$20.
Informationlivablecity.org/donate/

District 6 Transportation Planning Meeting
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Alexander Residence, Multi-Purpose Room 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Representatives from the San Francisco County Transportation Authority want to hear from the community on their transportation needs for District 6 and input on 25 year transportation plans and funding priorities.
Co-SponsorsAlliance for a Better District 6, Curry Senior Center, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco, Tenderloin Neighborhood Association, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation
Information: 415-820-1560

Townhall Forum on the Crisis in Public Education
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco Mission Campus, 1125 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Our California Future: Quality Schools for All, Abundant Resources for Education and Public Services. A united call for progressive taxation.
Endorsed byAFT 2121, California Faculty Association (SFSU chapter), Chinese Progressive Association, Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, Jobs with Justice San Francisco, POWER, San Francisco Labor Council, United Educators of San Francisco
Information: 515-585-2121


San Francisco Women's Political Committee - SFWPC Happy Hour!
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where" Ma'Velous Coffee and Wine Bar, 1408 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Stop by to meet with SFWPC and see what SFWPC has been up to and what they have planned for 2011.  This will be the first qualifying event for 2011.
Informationsfwpc.org


Leland Yee - Outer Sunset
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Java Beach Cafe, 396 La Playa, San Francisco
What: Come grab a cup of tea with State Senator Leland Yee and other Sunset residents at Java Beach Cafe and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco and the neighborhood.
Information: Suzanne Ruecker suzanne@lelandyee.com

March 3, 2011 - Thursday

Public Safety Committee 
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Public Safety Committee, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Item from agenda:
Hearing - Citywide Public Safety Conditions.  Hearing to receive a report from the San Francisco Police Department and/or Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice regarding public safety conditions including citywide crime levels and trends both citywide and by police district station and/or neighborhood.
Sponsor: Mirkarimi
Members: Ross Mirkarimi, Malia Cohen, David Campos
Informationsfbos.org

Michela Alioto-Pier - Campaign Kick-Off Reception for Mayor
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 to 6:00 p.m. - VIP Reception
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - General Reception.
Where: Alioto's Restaurant, #8 Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
What: Official campaign kick-off reception for mayor.
Host Committee:
Alexander Alioto, Angelina Alioto-Grace and Daniel Grace, Ann Aloto, Frances Alioto, Joanne and Nunzio Alioto, Linda and John Alioto, Michele and Joseph Alioto, Pamela and John Ball, Tre'var Booker, Lori and John Brooke, Robert R. Callan, Jr. Geoff Callan, Bridget Cannata, Liza and Joey Cannata, Sofie and Chris Dolan, Maya Draisin and Mike Farrah, Jr., Theresa Driscoll Moore and Joseph Gartland Moore, Anne Farrah, Julie and Mike Farrah, Soraya Farrah, The Honorable Mark and Liz Farrell, Erica Galos Alioto and Joseph Alioto, Jr., Dominque Glynn, Larry Mazzola, Sr. and Larry Mazzola, Jr., Lisa and John McDonnell, Fred Naranjo, Honorable Mike Nevin, Janan New, Stefanie Roumeliotes and Dr. John Costouros, Gerry and Jim Sangiacoma, Barbara Sklar, Erica and Eric Sklar, Catherine Stefani and Chris Bankovitch, Mary and Joe Toboni, Eric Wright
$100. Friend - $150 Supporter - $500 VIP
RSVP Online: michelaformayor.com/rsvp
Information: Sarah Zeiger Sarah@michelaformayor.com

Fiona Ma - Annual Birthday Celebration
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. VIP Sit down dinner
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Reception
Where: Spire Restaurant, 685 3rd Street, San Francisco
What: Annual Birthday Celebration for Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore Fiona Ma featuringColin Gilmore.  Let's cheer on the Giants. Dress to impress by wearing your best orange and black outfit?
Tickets can only be purchased online fionama.com/birthday2011
Information: Clem Clarke 415-572-0890

SPUR/Bay Citizen - The future of redevelopment
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
WhatThe future of redevelopment with Fred Blackwell of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency and Karen Chapple from the department of city and regional planning at UC Berkeley.
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

ACLU of Northern California - Who's Knocking at our Backdoor?
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: ACLU of Northern California 39 Drumm Street, San Francisco
What: ACLU of Northern California and the Center for Democracy and Technology invite you to join them with Dr. Susan Landau, who will discuss her book "Surveillance or Security: The Risks Posed by New Wiretapping Technologies" Light refreshments.
RSVP: dotRights@acluenc.org Space is limited.

Rebuild Potrero Community Building Group
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
WhatRebuild  Community Building Group dinner.  Action teams to report on their progress, work on next steps and recruit new members.  Brief update on the Rebuild Potrero development.  Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.
Information: Emily Weinstein 415-806-1429

Leland Yee - Inner Sunset
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Tart to Tart, 641 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of team with State Senator Leland Yee and other Sunset residents and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco.
Information: Suzanne Ruecker - suzanne@lelandyee.com

District 11 Family Night Out - Supervisor John Avalos
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Geneva Steak House, 5130 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor John Avalos and his family for a night out to support District 11 local restaurants. Meet your neighbors, chat with the Supervisor in a casual and relaxed atmosphere.
Information: frances.hsieh@sfgov.org

LOVING San Francisco
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
8:30 p.m. Euro Circle
9:00 p.m. to 2 a.m. DJ Marc Van Brabant (Holland) and DJ Pollux (Soviet Union)
Where: Project One Art Gallery, 252 Rhode Island, San Francisco
What: Learn more about:
San Francisco Beautiful, Friends of the Urban Forest, Neighborhood Park Council, San Francisco Heritage, San Francisco Park Trust
Please email events, comments or questions to sfpostnotes@gmail.com


March 5, 2011 -  Saturday

Leland Yee - Sunset
When: March 5, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Tennessee Grill, 1128 Taraval Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of coffee with State Senator Leland Yee and other Sunset residents at the Tennessee Grill and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco
Information: Suzanne Ruecker - suzanne@lelandyee.com

Diamond Heights Quarterly Neighborhood Meeting
When: March 5, 2011 -  Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: St. Aldan's Church, 101 Gold Mine Drive, San Francisco
What: Diamond Heights Quarterly Neighborhood Meeting.  Supervisor Scott Wiener will be discussing issues facing Diamond Heights.

March 6, 2011 -  Sunday

Help McLaren Park
When: March 6, 2011 - Sunday
9:00 a.m. to noon
Where: Louis Sutter Clubhouse, McLaren Park, San Francisco
What: Help McLaren Park. Pancake Breakfast to help raise the final dollars need to complete the Gambier St. Plaza in McLaren Park's north side.  See the baby ducks at McNab lake!
Donation will serve you a complete breakfast which includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, fruit, juice, milk and coffee
Informationhelpmlpark.weeby.com

March 7, 2011 - Monday

Off Lease Dog Walking - Rally outside the GGNRA Open House Meeting
When:  March 7, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Ft. Mason Center, Building D, Marina Blvd. and Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: Speak out for Off-Leash Dog Walking.  Rally outside the GGNRA Open House Meeting.  Golden Gate National Recreation Area has released a proposal to restrict dogs and off-lease dog walking in places like Fort Funston, Ocean Beach, Crissy Field, Marin Headlands, Muir Beach.  Rally outside of the GGNRA open house meeting at Ft. Mason. The GGNRA will not have a microphone available for the public to commet on its proposal.
Bring a photo of your dog, a sign expressing your message to the GGNRA.
Sponsored by: Crissy Field Dog Group, DogPAC of SF, Ocean Beach DOG, SF ProDog, Save Off-Leash Dog Walking in the SF Bay Area, SFDog.
Information: saveoffleash@gmail.com

March 8, 2011 - Tuesday

International Women's Day Summit and Awards Luncheon
When: March 8, 2011 - Tuesday
8:30 a.m. Summit
12:30 Lunch
6:30 p.m. Gala Dinner
Where: Hotel Kabuki, 1625 Post Street, San Francisco
What: In celebration of 100 years of International Women's Day, the 2011 San Francisco International Women's Day Summit and Awards Luncheon will focus on five of the critical areas of concern identified in the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
Honoring: Supervisor Sophie Maxwell; Esta Soler, President Family Violence Prevention Fund; Caryl Ito, Founder, Pacific Asian American Bay Area Coalition; Commissioner San Francisco Airport Commission; Deara Okonkwo, Dede's Dance Studio - Annie Powell Community Leadership Award;
Roma Guy - Social Justice Activist The Norma Hotaling Community Advocate of the Year Award; 
Willie Brown - fromer California Assembly Speaker and Mayor of San Francisco - Man of the Year
Morning Keynote Speaker - Dr. Emily Murase, Director, SF Department of the Status of Women
Luncheon Keynote Speaker - Michealene Cristini Risley  - Producer, Writer and Director
 Gala Dinner Keynote Speaker Dr. M. Elisabth Pate-Cornell - Chair - Management Science and Engineering Stanford University
Mistress of Ceremony - Rose Aguilar - Journalist, author and host of "Your Call" on NPR-affiliate KALW-FM 91.7
Registration - information:  iwdsummit2011.com to register and review different donations for different options


SPUR - Burning Man and the Art of Urbanism
When: March 8, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San  Francisco
What: Bay Guardian City Editor Steven T. Jones will lead a discussion with key characters from his book "The Tribes of Burning Man: How an Experimental City in the Desert is Shaping the New American Counterculture".
$5. non-members
Informationspur.org

March 11, 2011 - Friday

Irish American Democratic Club - St. Patrick's Day Party
When: March 11, 2011 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 1494 7th Avenue, San Francisco
What: St. Patrick's Day Party and welcome to the Irish American Democratic Club Board.
$15. for prty only - $25. will cover the party and 2011 $15. membership dues.
2011 Board Members: John O'Riordan - President , Jim Wachob - Vice- President , Jim Weixel - Recording Secretary, Eileen Kivlehan - Treasurer , Mary O'Riordan - Corresponding Secretary Additional Board Members:  Dan Sullivan, Bob Twomey, Joan Simmons, Kevin Malone
Information: 415-861-2378

March 12, 2011 - Saturday

St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade
When: March 12, 2011  - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - St. Patrick's Day Festival - Civic Center Plaza, Larkin Street and Grove Street
11:30 a.m. - March - corner of Second and Market to City Hall
What: 160th Annual St. Patrick's Day parade and festival.

Woodland Avenue - David Onek and Michael Dukakis
When: March 12, 2011 - Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: 62 Woodland, San Francisco
What: You are invited to meet David Onek, candidate for San Francisco District Attorney andMichael Dukakis - 1988 Democratic Candidate for President.
Co-HostsAaron Peskin, John Avalos, Peter Keane, Art Agnos, Nancy Oliveira, Michael and Johanna Wald, Rafael Mandelman, Ann Kirk and Ed Sykes, Jane Morrison, Agar Jaicks.
Donor's Choice: $25., $50. $75. Sponsor: $100. Patron: $200.
Information: 415-564-1482
Information: davidonek.com


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Friday, February 25, 2011

San Francisco Political Events as of February 25, 2011





February 25, 2011 - Friday

Celebration to Recognize Supervisor Cohen, Kim-Shree Maufas and Dr. Grier

When: February 25, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534, San Francisco
What: Join the following organizations and they celebrate the November 2, 2010 election of San Francisco officials  and to recognize San Francisco's Black Commissioners andCommissioner Leroy King.
African American Democratic Club, African American Chamber of Commerce, African American     Action Network, Bayard Rustin LGBT Coalition, Black Leadership Forum, Black Coalition on Aids, Black Women Organized for Political Action, Black Women Stirring the Waters, Dwayne Jones, San Francisco NAACP
Hors d'oeuvre and no host bar.

Senator Bernie Sanders
When: February 25, 2011 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Hear Senator Bernie Sanders will give an overview of his work in  several  key areas:
Hands Off Social Security, Health Care, Wall Street and the Economy, Global Warming, Foreign Policy
Co-SponsorsInstitute for Policy Studies, San Francisco Labor Council, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, San Francisco for Democracy, Unitarian Universalists for Peace/SF, Senior Action Network,  Democracy for America/Marin, Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, Progressive Democrats of America
$15.
Advance ticket purchase strongly recommended as this event will fill up
Brown Paper Ticketsbrownpapertickets.com/event/156941

February 26, 2011 - Saturday

Reset San Francisco - Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting - Food for Thought
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: San Francisco County Fair Building, 1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Assessor Phil Ting for a Saturday Brunch.  Bring your ideas, we will bring the food!  San Francisco is right in the center of this new revolution of creativity and productivity.  Shouldn't our city government be as creative and innovative as the rest of our city?
Information: info@resetsanfrrancisco.org

Dennis Herrera - Heaquarters Grand Opening and Strategy Session
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Dennis Herrera for Mayor Campaign Headquarters, 1645 California Street, San Francisco
WhatDennis Herrera's first Mayoral campaign event.  Grand opening of headquarters. This effort is about us, our neighborhoods, our City.
Informationdennisherrara.org

Rally to Save the American Dream - San Francisco
What: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Across the street from San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Support the protests in Wisconsin.
Information:  sponsored by moveon.org

Supervisor Malia Cohen - Community Event
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Visitacion Valley Community Center, 50 Raymond Street, San Francisco
What: Community event with Supervisor Malia Cohen. Meet your neighbors and fellow District 10 residents.  Program begins at 12:30 p.m.  Open to the public.  Food and refreshments will be provided.  Children and families Welcome.
Information: info@electmalia.org

Community Kick-Off of Parks 94124
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Joseph Lee Gym, 1395 Mendell Street @ Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Local group launches Advocacy and Park Stewardship in Bayview Hunters Point.  Parks 94124 is a new community park group that focuses on community, advocacy, and park stewardship in the Bayview Hunter's Point Community.  Kickoff will be on February 26, 2011.  The event will be held in conjunction with the Neighborhood Parks, Council, the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services (MONS), the San Francisco Skateboarding Association, San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Dwayne Jones and Hunter's Point Family.  
FoundersGeoffrea Morris, Lena Miller, Maya Rogers, Chablis Scott. 
Mission: to build community, park usership and stewardship by creating innovative, engaging and fully accessible park and open space facilities in the 94124 zip code.
Information: parks94124@gmail.com

Park Branch Library - Reopen!
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
 Ceremonies: 1:00 p.m., Library opens 2:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: Opening of newly renovated Park Branch Library.

Leland Yee - Visitacion Valley
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
2:30 p.m.
Where: Luen Fat Restaurant, 110 Leland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Visitacion Valley Neighborhood Cantonese Tea with Leland Yee.  Grab a cup of tea with Leland Yee and other Visitacion Valley residents and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco.  Event held in Cantonese.
Information: lelandyee.com

John Ross Memorial
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: United Mission Presbyterian Church, 23rd Street and Capp, San Francisco
What: Memorial for John Ross.  Reception following at Cafe La Boheme.

February 27, 2011 - Sunday

Academy Awards 


February 28, 2011 - Monday


City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Senior Housing and Independence - Hearing on the Budget and Legislative Analyst report "Housing Assistance and other Services to Enable Seniors to Remain in their Communities and Homes".  Sponsor:
Mar
Recycling Program - HANC - Resolution requesting the Rec and Park Dept. and the Dept. of the Environment collaborate to establish a comprehensive Parks recycling program utilizing the expertise, volunteer base an facilities of the HANC Recycling Center in Golden Gate Park, for the Dept. of the Environment to establish an Independent Recycling Center Master Plan, and requesting the Rec and Park Dept. to rescind the eviction of the HANC Recycling Center from Golden Gate Park.
Sponsors: Mirkarimi, Avalos, Mar and Campos
Members: John Avalos, Eric Mar, Sean Elsbernd
Information: sfbos.org


Tell Governor Brown: These Cuts Won't Heal
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Hallidie Plaza - 5th and Market, San Francisco
What: Community to protest cuts to our resources - harming people who need healthcare, people who need jobs, elders and people with disabilities, workers in caring professions.  March and community speakout.  Meet at Hallidie Plaza and then proceed to State building.
Information: 415-749-2790 ext 356

Bevan is turning 56!
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Monkey Thai Restaurant, 280 Valencia Street, San Francisco
WhatBevan Dufty is Turning 56! Sponsored by Assemblymember Fiona Ma.  56 dollars for 56 years.  Lots of fun, birthday surprises.
Information: caitlin@bevandufty.com

Rescue Muni - Bus Rapid Transit Projects
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: County Fair Building, Ninth and Lincoln in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
What: Rescue Muni General Meeting.  Rachel Hiatt of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority has been invited to present the latest on the Van Ness Project, and they also expect to have a presentation on Geary.
Information: rescuemuni.org

Westside Democratic Club - Leland Yee
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SFPD Taraval Station, Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Westside Democratic Club as they welcome State Senator Leland Yee.
Information: info@wdcsf.org

March 1, 2011  - Tuesday

Youth Life Line Pass - MTA Board
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, MTA Board Room 400, San Francisco
What: Come support and speak to the MTA Board about the youth life line pass that would allow for free fast passes for qualified youth.

Potrero Hill Democratic Club  - Are Redevelopment Agencies on the way out?
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
6:45 p.m. sign in and socialize
7:15 p.m. program starts
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: Redevelopment Agencies on the Way out? Part of the Governor's proposed budget completely eliminates community Redevelopment Agencies.  Have these entities been essential for job creation and community revitalization, or are they "futile" as Governor Brown has said.
Discussion with Arc Ecology Executive Director Saul Bloom, housing activist  Calvin Welch, San Francisco Redevelopment Agency Deputy Executive Director Olson Lee, and a spokesperson from California Professional Firefighters.  Moderator will be San Francisco political reporter Marisa Lagos.
Information: phdemclub.org

Jewish Community Center of San Francisco - Let Freedom Ride
When: March 1, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
What: Freedom Riders Reunion and Gallery Opening.  In 1961 hundreds of Americans converged on Jackson, Mississippi to challenge state segregation laws.  The Freedom Riders were determined to put an end to segregation and discrimination.  Join American heroes Ed Johnson, Mort Linder, Mimi Real, Carol Ruth Silver and Alexander Weiss to hear personal stories from when they boarded buses and trains and then went to jail.
Followed by a tour of the "Breach of Peace" - Katz Snyder Gallery exhibition
Moderated by KGO's Ray Taliafero.  
Free.  Reservations required. Email arts@jccsf.org or call 415-292-1233

March 2, 2011 - Wednesday

San Francisco Business Times - Mayor's Economic Forecast
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:15 a.m. Registration
7:25 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Breakfast Forum
Where: San Francisco Marriott Marquis, 55 Fourth Street, San Francisco
What: Mayor's Economic Forecast.  Featuring Mayor Ed Lee, Mayor Jean Quan, Daniel Cressman, Paul Single.
$95.
Register: sanfranciscobusinesstimes.com/event/36751
Information: Jacquie Bischoff jbischoff@bizjournals.com

San Francisco Women's Political Committee - SFWPC Happy Hour!
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where" Ma'Velous Coffee and Wine Bar, 1408 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Stop by to meet with SFWPC and see what SFWPC has been up to and what they have planned for 2011.  This will be the first qualifying event for 2011.
Information: sfwpc.org

Sunday Streets pre-season Fundraiser
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come join Sunday Streets as they get ready to kick off the 2011 season!.  Celebrity bartenders and lots of raffle prizes/  Donation requested: $5.-$20.
Information: livablecity.org/donate/

District 6 Transportation Planning Meeting
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Alexander Residence, Multi-Purpose Room 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Representatives from the San Francisco County Transportation Authority want to hear from the community on their transportation needs for District 6 and input on 25 year transportation plans and funding priorities.
Co-Sponsors: Alliance for a Better District 6, Curry Senior Center, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco, Tenderloin Neighborhood Association, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation
Information: 415-820-1560

Townhall Forum on the Crisis in Public Education
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco Mission Campus, 1125 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Our California Future: Quality Schools for All, Abundant Resources for Education and Public Services. A united call for progressive taxation.
Endorsed by: AFT 2121, California Faculty Association (SFSU chapter), Chinese Progressive Association, Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, Jobs with Justice San Francisco, POWER, San Francisco Labor Council, United Educators of San Francisco
Information: 515-585-2121

Leland Yee - Outer Sunset
When: March 2, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Java Beach Cafe, 396 La Playa, San Francisco
What: Come grab a cup of tea with State Senator Leland Yee and other Sunset residents at Java Beach Cafe and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco and the neighborhood.
Information: Suzanne Ruecker suzanne@lelandyee.com

March 3, 2011 - Thursday

Public Safety Committee 
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Public Safety Committee, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Item from agenda:
Hearing - Citywide Public Safety Conditions.  Hearing to receive a report from the San Francisco Police Department and/or Mayor's Office of Criminal Justice regarding public safety conditions including citywide crime levels and trends both citywide and by police district station and/or neighborhood.
Sponsor: Mirkarimi
Members: Ross Mirkarimi, Malia Cohen, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

Michela Alioto-Pier - Campaign Kick-Off Reception for Mayor
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 to 6:00 p.m. - VIP Reception
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - General Reception.
Where: Alioto's Restaurant, #8 Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
What: Official campaign kick-off reception for mayor.
Host Committee:
Alexander Alioto, Angelina Alioto-Grace and Daniel Grace, Ann Aloto, Frances Alioto, Joanne and Nunzio Alioto, Linda and John Alioto, Michele and Joseph Alioto, Pamela and John Ball, Tre'var Booker, Lori and John Brooke, Robert R. Callan, Jr. Geoff Callan, Bridget Cannata, Liza and Joey Cannata, Sofie and Chris Dolan, Maya Draisin and Mike Farrah, Jr., Theresa Driscoll Moore and Joseph Gartland Moore, Anne Farrah, Julie and Mike Farrah, Soraya Farrah, The Honorable Mark and Liz Farrell, Erica Galos Alioto and Joseph Alioto, Jr., Dominque Glynn, Larry Mazzola, Sr. and Larry Mazzola, Jr., Lisa and John McDonnell, Fred Naranjo, Honorable Mike Nevin, Janan New, Stefanie Roumeliotes and Dr. John Costouros, Gerry and Jim Sangiacoma, Barbara Sklar, Erica and Eric Sklar, Catherine Stefani and Chris Bankovitch, Mary and Joe Toboni, Eric Wright
$100. Friend - $150 Supporter - $500 VIP
RSVP Online: michelaformayor.com/rsvp
Information: Sarah Zeiger Sarah@michelaformayor.com

Fiona Ma - Annual Birthday Celebration
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. VIP Sit down dinner
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Reception
Where: Spire Restaurant, 685 3rd Street, San Francisco
What: Annual Birthday Celebration for Assembly Speaker Pro Tempore Fiona Ma featuring Colin Gilmore.  Let's cheer on the Giants. Dress to impress by wearing your best orange and black outfit?
Tickets can only be purchased online fionama.com/birthday2011
Information: Clem Clarke 415-572-0890

SPUR/Bay Citizen - The future of redevelopment
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: The future of redevelopment with Fred Blackwell of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency and Karen Chapple from the department of city and regional planning at UC Berkeley.
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

ACLU of Northern California - Who's Knocking at our Backdoor?
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: ACLU of Northern California 39 Drumm Street, San Francisco
What: ACLU of Northern California and the Center for Democracy and Technology invite you to join them with Dr. Susan Landau, who will discuss her book "Surveillance or Security: The Risks Posed by New Wiretapping Technologies" Light refreshments.
RSVP: dotRights@acluenc.org Space is limited.

Rebuild Potrero Community Building Group
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Rebuild  Community Building Group dinner.  Action teams to report on their progress, work on next steps and recruit new members.  Brief update on the Rebuild Potrero development.  Please bring a side dish or dessert to share.
Information: Emily Weinstein 415-806-1429

Leland Yee - Inner Sunset
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Tart to Tart, 641 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of team with State Senator Leland Yee and other Sunset residents and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco.
Information: Suzanne Ruecker - suzanne@lelandyee.com

District 11 Family Night Out - Supervisor John Avalos
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Geneva Steak House, 5130 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor John Avalos and his family for a night out to support District 11 local restaurants. Meet your neighbors, chat with the Supervisor in a casual and relaxed atmosphere.
Information: frances.hsieh@sfgov.org

LOVING San Francisco
When: March 3, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
8:30 p.m. Euro Circle
9:00 p.m. to 2 a.m. DJ Marc Van Brabant (Holland) and DJ Pollux (Soviet Union)
Where: Project One Art Gallery, 252 Rhode Island, San Francisco
What: Learn more about:
San Francisco Beautiful, Friends of the Urban Forest, Neighborhood Park Council, San Francisco Heritage, San Francisco Park Trust
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March 5, 2011 -  Saturday

Leland Yee - Sunset
When: March 5, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Tennessee Grill, 1128 Taraval Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of coffee with State Senator Leland Yee and other Sunset residents at the Tennessee Grill and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco
Information: Suzanne Ruecker - suzanne@lelandyee.com

Diamond Heights Quarterly Neighborhood Meeting
When: March 5, 2011 -  Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: St. Aldan's Church, 101 Gold Mine Drive, San Francisco
What: Diamond Heights Quarterly Neighborhood Meeting.  Supervisor Scott Wiener will be discussing issues facing Diamond Heights.

March 6, 2011 - Saturday

Help McLaren Park
When: March 6, 2011 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to noon
Where: Louis Sutter Clubhouse, McLaren Park, San Francisco
What: Help McLaren Park. Pancake Breakfast to help raise the final dollars need to complete the Gambier St. Plaza in McLaren Park's north side.  See the baby ducks at McNab lake!
Donation will serve you a complete breakfast which includes pancakes, sausage, eggs, fruit, juice, milk and coffee
Information: helpmlpark.weeby.com

Off Lease Dog Walking - Rally outside the GGNRA Open House Meeting
When:  March 7, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Ft. Mason Center, Building D, Marina Blvd. and Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: Speak out for Off-Leash Dog Walking.  Rally outside the GGNRA Open House Meeting.  Golden Gate National Recreation Area has released a proposal to restrict dogs and off-lease dog walking in places like Fort Funston, Ocean Beach, Crissy Field, Marin Headlands, Muir Beach.  Rally outside of the GGNRA open house meeting at Ft. Mason. The GGNRA will not have a microphone available for the public to commet on its proposal.
Bring a photo of your dog, a sign expressing your message to the GGNRA.
Sponsored by: Crissy Field Dog Group, DogPAC of SF, Ocean Beach DOG, SF ProDog, Save Off-Leash Dog Walking in the SF Bay Area, SFDog.
Information: saveoffleash@gmail.com

March 8, 2011 - Tuesday

International Women's Day Summit and Awards Luncheon
When: March 8, 2011 - Tuesday
8:30 a.m. Summit
12:30 Lunch
6:30 p.m. Gala Dinner
Where: Hotel Kabuki, 1625 Post Street, San Francisco
What: In celebration of 100 years of International Women's Day, the 2011 San Francisco International Women's Day Summit and Awards Luncheon will focus on five of the critical areas of concern identified in the 1995 Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
Honoring: Supervisor Sophie Maxwell; Esta Soler, President Family Violence Prevention Fund; Caryl Ito, Founder, Pacific Asian American Bay Area Coalition; Commissioner San Francisco Airport Commission; Deara Okonkwo, Dede's Dance Studio - Annie Powell Community Leadership Award;
Roma Guy - Social Justice Activist The Norma Hotaling Community Advocate of the Year Award; 
Willie Brown - fromer California Assembly Speaker and Mayor of San Francisco - Man of the Year
Morning Keynote Speaker - Dr. Emily Murase, Director, SF Department of the Status of Women
Luncheon Keynote Speaker - Michealene Cristini Risley  - Producer, Writer and Director
 Gala Dinner Keynote Speaker - Dr. M. Elisabth Pate-Cornell - Chair - Management Science and Engineering Stanford University
Mistress of Ceremony - Rose Aguilar - Journalist, author and host of "Your Call" on NPR-affiliate KALW-FM 91.7
Registration - information:  iwdsummit2011.com to register and review different donations for different options


SPUR - Burning Man and the Art of Urbanism
When: March 8, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San  Francisco
What: Bay Guardian City Editor Steven T. Jones will lead a discussion with key characters from his book "The Tribes of Burning Man: How an Experimental City in the Desert is Shaping the New American Counterculture".
$5. non-members
Information: spur.org

March 11, 2011 - Friday

Irish American Democratic Club - St. Patrick's Day Party
When: March 11, 2011 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 1494 7th Avenue, San Francisco
What: St. Patrick's Day Party and welcome to the Irish American Democratic Club Board.
$15. for prty only - $25. will cover the party and 2011 $15. membership dues.
2011 Board Members: John O'Riordan - President , Jim Wachob - Vice- President , Jim Weixel - Recording Secretary, Eileen Kivlehan - Treasurer , Mary O'Riordan - Corresponding Secretary Additional Board Members:  Dan Sullivan, Bob Twomey, Joan Simmons, Kevin Malone
Information: 415-861-2378

March 12, 2011 - Saturday

St. Patrick's Day Festival and Parade
When: March 12, 2011  - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. - St. Patrick's Day Festival - Civic Center Plaza, Larkin Street and Grove Street
11:30 a.m. - March - corner of Second and Market to City Hall
What: 160th Annual St. Patrick's Day parade and festival.

Woodland Avenue - David Onek and Michael Dukakis
When: March 12, 2011 - Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: 62 Woodland, San Francisco
What: You are invited to meet David Onek, candidate for San Francisco District Attorney and Michael Dukakis - 1988 Democratic Candidate for President.
Co-Hosts: Aaron Peskin, John Avalos, Peter Keane, Art Agnos, Nancy Oliveira, Michael and Johanna Wald, Rafael Mandelman, Ann Kirk and Ed Sykes, Jane Morrison, Agar Jaicks.
Donor's Choice: $25., $50. $75. Sponsor: $100. Patron: $200.
Information: 415-564-1482
Information: davidonek.com


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Monday, February 21, 2011

San Francisco Political Events as of February 21, 2011


Picture: de Young Museum, Golden Gate Park - "Rainy Day"

February 21, 2011 - Monday

President's Day

Polk Street Neighborhood Association - David Chiu
When: February 21, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk @ Washington, San Francisco
What: District 2 Supervisor  and President of the Board of Supervisors David Chiu will be the featured speaker.  He will talk about the state of the Neighborhood, the state of District 2 and the state of the City.  There will be time for questions and answers.
Information:  middlepolk.org

February 22, 2011 - Tuesday

Harvey Milk Club -A Community Forum on Tasers with the Police Chief and Commissioners
When: February 22, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Tasers: Right or Wrong for San Francisco.  The Harvey Milk Club Host's A community forum on Tasers.
Confirmed speakers:
Police Chief Jeff Godown and Police Commissioners Petra Dejesus
Invited: Police Commissioner President Thomas Mazzucco and Police Commissioner Angela Chan
The San Francisco Police Commission will consider adopting the Taser weapon for the San Francisco Police Department at their meeting on Wednesday, February 23, 2011.

February 23, 2011 - Wednesday

San Francisco Police Commission - Hearing on tasers
When: February 23, 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 and possible action to authorize the Chief of Police to develop a proposal for modifications of Department General Orders to include the use of Tasers and to develop proposed policies, practices, training and implementation  programs  consistent with professional best practices and contemporary technology:
  Commissioner Chan's Presentation on Tasers (45 minutes)
  Department's Presentation (45 minutes)
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, James Hammer, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org

Local 261 - Local Hiring Victory Party
When: February 23, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Laborers Union Hall, 3271 Shotwell, San Francisco
What: Join community leaders, job advocates, Supervisor John Avalos, and special guests in celebrating the passage of the San Francisco Local Hiring for Construction Ordinance, the nation's strongest local hiring law.
Information: local261.blogspot.com

Transit Riders Union - General Meeting
When: February 23, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. - Main  Library, Paley Conference Room, 3rd Floor, San Francisco
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. -  Post-Meeting Happy Hour - Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Transit Riders Union is organizing to strenghten the voice of people who rely on transit.
Items from Agenda:
Reports from working groups on 14 Mission, Full Service Restoration, Rapid Transit Network
Information: Rob Boden robert.g.boden@gmail.com

San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee - Monthly Meeting
When: February 23, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Presentation by Mayoral Candidate Bevan Dufty.
Presentation by District Attorney Candidate David Onek.
Resolutions:
Resolution supporting reappointment of Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi to California Coastal Commission (Peskin)
Resolution opposing elimination Golden Gate Bridge toll takers (Smith)
Resolution calling for further study of Parkmerced expansion (Smith)
Rechartering of current democratic clubs and chartering of new democratic clubs (Goldstein)
Discussion/consideration of Policies and Procedures Manual - slate card committee authorization of campaign materials (Katz/Peskin)
Information: including full agenda sfdemocrats.org

February 24, 2011 - Thursday

District 3 Democratic Club - Annual Membership Meeting
When: February 24, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: TelHi Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: Annual membership meeting. Supervisor Mark Farrell from District 2 will speak.
Nominations and holding a membership vote on the 2011 D3DC Board. Slate:
 President: Emily Salgado
 Vice President: Arthur Chang
 Corresponding Secretary: Allie Herson
 Treasurer: Tushar Gheewala
 Membership: Brian Loper
Information: d3dc@hotmail.com

Dolores Park Winter Meet-Up 2011
When: February 24, 2011 -Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Summit, 780 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: The following people:
 Scott Wiener  - District 8 Supervisor
 Nancy Madynski - Friends of the Dolores Park Playground Chair
 Meredith Thomas - Neighborhood Parks Council Chair
 Peter Lewis - Mission Dolores Neighborhood Association Director
 Eric Andersen + Alex Randolph, SF Rec and Parks Area Manager
Each speaker will give a five-minute ignite-style presentation.
Information: doloresparkworks.org

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - General Meeting
When: February 24, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Korean American Community Center, 745 Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: General meeting.  10th Annual Board Election.  Presentations on Linden Alley Project and Recology.
Information: hayesvalleysf.org

Richmond District Democratic Club
When: February 24, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Police Station, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Michael Whitty, Adjunct Professor at USF School of Business and Management will give a talk about the 2012 Obama campaign and how we can participate.
Information: jonathanfoerster@gmail.om

City Lights Bookstore - "Smoking Typewriters"
When: February 24, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: City Lights Bookstore, 261 Columbus, San Francisco
What: Author John McMillian will discuss his book "Smoking Typewriters: The Sixties Underground Press and the Rise of Alternative Media in America".
Information: citylights.com

February 25, 2011  - Friday

Celebration to Recognize Supervisor Cohen, Kim-Shree Maufas and Dr. Grier
When: February 25, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534, San Francisco
What: Join the following organizations and they celebrate the November 2, 2010 election of San Francisco officials  and to recognize San Francisco's Black Commissioners and Commissioner Leroy King.
African American Democratic Club, African American Chamber of Commerce, African American     Action Network, Bayard Rustin LGBT Coalition, Black Leadership Forum, Black Coalition on Aids, Black Women Oranized for Political Action, Black Women Stirring the Waters, Dwayne Jones, San Francisco NAACP
Hors d'oeuvre and no host bar.

Senator Bernie Sanders
When: February 25, 2011 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Hear Senator Bernie Sanders will give an overview of his work in  several  key areas:
Hands Off Social Security, Health Care, Wall Street and the Economy, Global Warming, Foreign Policy
Co-Sponsors: Institute for Policy Studies, San Francisco Labor Council, Wellstone Democratic Renewal Club, San Francisco for Democracy, Unitarian Universalists for Peace/SF, Senior Action Network,  Democracy for America/Marin, Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, Progressive Democrats of America
$15.
Advance ticket purchase strongly recommended as this event will fill up
Brown Paper Tickets: brownpapertickets.com/event/156941

February 26, 2011 - Saturday

Reset San Francisco - Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting - Food for Thought
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: San Francisco County Fair Building, 1199 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Assessor Phil Ting for a Saturday Brunch.  Bring your ideas, we will bring the food!  San Francisco is right in the center of this new revolution of creativity and productivity.  Shouldn't our city government be as creative and innovative as the rest of our city?
Information: info@resetsanfrrancisco.org

Dennis Herrera - Heaquarters Grand Opening and Strategy Session
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Dennis Herrera for Mayor Campaign Headquarters, 1645 California Street, San Francisco
What: Dennis Herrera's first Mayoral campaign event.  Grand opening of headquarters. This effort is about us, our neighborhoods, our City.
Information: dennisherrara.org

Supervisor Malia Cohen - Community Event
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Visitacion Valley Community Center, 50 Raymond Street, San Francisco
What: Community event with Supervisor Malia Cohen. Meet your neighbors and fellow District 10 residents.  Program begins at 12:30 p.m.  Open to the public.  Food and refreshments will be provided.  Children and families Welcome.
Information: info@electmalia.org

Community Kick-Off of Parks 94124
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Joseph Lee Gym, 1395 Mendell Street @ Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Local group launches Advocacy and Park Stewardship in Bayview Hunters Point.  Parks 94124 is a new community park group that focuses on community, advocacy, and park stewardship in the Bayview Hunter's Point Community.  Kickoff will be on February 26, 2011.  The event will be held in conjunction with the Neighborhood Parks, Council, the Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services (MONS), the San Francisco Skateboarding Association, San Francisco Recreation and Parks, Dwayne Jones and Hunter's Point Family.  
Founders: Geoffrea Morris, Lena Miller, Maya Rogers, Chablis Scott. 
Mission: to build community, park usership and stewardship by creating innovative, engaging and fully accessible park and open space facilities in the 94124 zip code.
Information: parks94124@gmail.com

Park Branch Library - Reopen!
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
 Ceremonies: 1:00 p.m., Library opens 2:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: Opening of newly renovated Park Branch Library.

John Ross Memorial
When: February 26, 2011 - Saturday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: United Mission Presbyterian Church, 23rd Street and Capp, San Francisco
What: Memorial for John Ross.  Reception following at Cafe La Boheme.

February 27, 2011 - Sunday

Academy Awards 


February 28, 2011 - Monday


Tell Governor Brown: These Cuts Won't Heal
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Hallidie Plaza - 5th and Market, San Francisco
What: Community mourning to protest cuts to our resources harming people who need healthcare, people who need jobs, elders and people with disabilities, workers in caring professions.  March and community speakout.  Meet at Hallidie Plaza and then proceed to State building.
Information: 415-749-2790 ext 356

Bevan is turning 56!
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Monkey Thai Restaurant, 280 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Bevan Dufty is Turning 56! Sponsored by Assemblymember Fiona Ma.  56 dollars for 56 years.  Lots of fun, birthday surprises.
Information: caitlin@bevandufty.com

Rescue Muni - Bus Rapid Transit Projects
When: February 28, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: County Fair Building, Ninth and Lincoln in Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
What: Rescue Muni General Meeting.  Rachel Hiatt of the San Francisco County Transportation Authority has been invited to present the latest on the Van Ness Project, and they also expect to have a presentation on Geary.
Information: rescuemuni.org

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Monday, February 14, 2011

San Francisco Political Events as of February 14, 2011


Pictures taken at Queen Wilhelmina Tulip Garden - Golden Gate Park

February 14, 2011

Valentine's Day


Have a Heart: Valentine's Day Action to Save Critical Housing Program
When: February 14, 2011 - Monday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
What: Stop the Federal Housing Budget Cuts! San Francisco Civic Center.  March to the Federal Building.  Stop the budget cuts to Housing Vouchers, Section 8 PBRA, Homeless Assistance Grants, and other housing related budget items.

Alice B. Toklas Membership Meeting - Scott Wiener and Jane Kim
When: February 14, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.  Meet Supervisor Scott Wiener and Supervisor Jane Kim.
Information: alicebtoklas.org

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association Meeting - Trader Joe's
When: February 14, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: CPMC - Davies Hospital, Auditorium, Level B, San Francisco
What: Come hear the pro and cons of the proposed Trader Joe's store in the neighborhood.
Information: eric.andersen@sfgov.org

February 15, 2011 - Tuesday

Gray Panthers - Hands Off Social Security
When: February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
12:30 to 2:15 p.m.
Where: Fireside Room, Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
Information: graypantherssf.lgic.org

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: February 15, 2010 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
Items from agenda:
Public Works Code - Handbill Distribution - Sponsor: Chiu
Compensation of Board of Education Members - Sponsors: Kim,  Campos, Mar, Avalos and Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

Lunar New Year - Year of the Hare
When: February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Rotunda, San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Mayor Edwin Lee, President of the Board of Supervisors David Chiu, Supervisors Carmen Chu, Eric Mar and Jane Kim and Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting request the pleasure of your company at the civic celebration of Luna New Year - Year of the Hare.  Light refreshments will be served in the North Light Court.

UCSF Community Meeting - Phase 2 development of the Mission Bay Campus
When: February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay, Genentech Hall, N-114 (600 16th Street, San Francisco)
What: Third of three community meetings to plan for the remaining undeveloped blocks on the UCSF Mission Bay campus (north of 16th Street).
Information: hcarroll-fisher@cgr.ucsf.edu

Fundraiser to Benefit the Displaced Residents of the Castro Arson Fires
When: February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Lookout, 3600 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Join your community in a fundraiser to support the residents displaced by the Castro fires.
Donate what you can at the door, enjoy a specialty cocktail and raise a glass in support of your fellow San Franciscans.
Supervisor Scott Wiener, Supervisor Bevan Dufty, Bill Hemenger, Rebecca Prozan, Rafael Mandelman, Brock Keeling, Brian Leubitz, Andrea Shorter, Beth Spotswood, Aaron Adam Kirby-Alford, Kate Ryken and Chris Hastings of the Lookout are helping organize this fundraiser.  The Rainbow Fund and Sterling Bank and Trust are helping with donation details.
Raffle with prizes from:
Wayfare Tavern, Marlowe, Beach Blanket Babylon, Home Restaurant, Chow, Cafe Flore and more.
Information: bethspotswood@gmail.com

State Senator Leland Yee -
When:  February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Garden House, 3117 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of tea with Leland Yee and other Richmond District residents and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco
Information: Suzanne Ruecker suzanne@lelandyee.com

February 16, 2011 - Wednesday

Haight Whole Foods Opening Day

SPUR - Dancing in the Streets: Celebrating community and public space
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Creative programming to create neighborhood gathering places, demonstrate the capabilities of a thriving public space and incubate small businesses. Andrea Aiello of the Castro and Upper Market Community Benefits District, Jeremy Shaw of the Mission Community Market and Kit Hodge from the San Francisco Great Streets Project will speak. $5. for non-members
Information: spur.org

Caltrain - Public Hearing on Fiscal Emergency, Service Cuts
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, 1 South Van Ness, Atrium, San Francisco
What: Community meetings for a chance for the public to comment on fiscal emergency, service cuts.
Information: sf.streetsblog.org/2011/02/04/caltrain-to-hold-public-hearings-on-fiscal-emergency-service-cuts/

Haight Ashbury Improvement Association
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
State Senator Leland Yee will be on hand to talk about neighborhood concerns.
Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi - will talk about neighborhood concerns.
San Francisco Department of Environment will talk about making homes more efficient.
Captain Denis O'Leary will be at meeting to meet members and discuss his approach to public safety management.
Discussion regarding 100th Bay to Breakers, discussion on installation of a community garden at Frederick and Arguello.
Information: haia_sf@yahoo.com

Duboce Park  Quarterly Community Meeting
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Recreation Center, San Francisco
What: Discussion including Pierce St. planting circle fence, grass and drainage conditions in the Dog Play/Multi-Use Area, and graffiti in the park.
Information: eric.andersen@sfgov.org

San Francisco Democratic Women In Action - Workshop No. 1 - Elder Abuse
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m. Wrap up
Where: Cafe Zephyr, 3643 Balboa Street, San Francisco
What: Presenting the first in a series of workshops on abuse in our communities across the life cycle -
Workshop No. 1 - Elder Abuse
Presenters include:
Laura Marshall - Family Violence Council - Facilitating
Helen Karr from the San Francisco District Attorney's office
Hene Kelly from California Association of Retired Persons
Mary Quinn from the Probate Courts.
2010/2011 is designated as the year for educating ourselves about abuse issues in our community. 
RSVP jbp@sfsu.edu subject line 2/16 or 415-864-8732

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Eric Jaye
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Eric Jaye will share his insider information and sage prognostications including the upcoming mayor's race.
Information: 415-398-4140

February 17, 2011 - Thursday

HKS Alumni Club of San Francisco - City Politics in 2011 Panel Discussion
When: February 17, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: University Club, Black Cat Bar & Lounge - 3rd Floor, 800 Powell Street, San Francisco
What: HKS Club of San Francisco Presents "Local Headlines to Expect in 2011".
Introduction by David T. Ellwood, Scott M. Black Professor of Political Economy and Dean, Harvard Kennedy School
Panelists:
Tom Ammiano, Assembly Member, District 13
Jason Elliott Policy Advisor to Mayor Lee and former Mayor Newsom
Sarah Karlinsky, Deputy Director, San Francisco Planning and Urban Research Association
Hosted by:
Don Spradlin, Liam Mayclem.
Complimentary wine and snacks
Suggested donation: $10.
RSVP:  Ryan Buckley rbuckley@post.harvard.edu

San Francisco Police Commission - Selection of Police Chief
When: February 17, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Southeast Community Facility, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Police Commission welcomes public comment regarding the qualities and characteristics sought in the next Chief of Police.
Information: 415-553-1667

Bayview Community Forum on Tasers
When: February 17, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. (tentative time)
Where: Grace Tabernacle Community Church, 1121 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come to hear, listen and testify about your feelings about tasers. San Francisco Police Commission will be considering tasers on Feb. 23rd.

Upper Noe Neighbors - Scott Wiener
When: February 17, 2011 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Recreation Center (Day & Sanchez), San Francisco
What: Supervisor Scott Wiener will speak.
Information: vickimrosen@gmail.com

February 18, 2011 - Friday

Elder Economic Security Forum
When: February 18, 2011 - Friday
8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Conference Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
Announce newly funded Economic Security Center.
Updates on current developments around elder economic security from statewide leaders.
Launch local advocacy campaign around economic security in conjunction with the National Council of Aging  One Away campaign.
Coordinate efforts with those working at the regional, state and national level to preserve Social Secuirty, SSI, IHSS, Food Programs and more.
Register: sfelderssecurity.eventbrite.com

February 19, 2011 - Saturday

Chinese New Year Parade
When: February 19, 2011 - Saturday
 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Begins at 2nd and Market, ends at Washington and Kearny

The Art of Lenore Chinn Book Launch
When: February 19, 2011 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Luggage Store, 1007 Market Street, San Francisco
What: The Asian Pacific Islander Cultural Center announces the publication of "Cultural Confluences: The Art of Lenore Chinn".  Celebrate this exciting and historical collaboration of ideas with eminent scholars Moira Roth, Tirza True Latimer and Valerie Soe. Free

February 21, 2011 - President's Day


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Sunday, February 6, 2011

San Francisco Political Events as of February 7, 2011




February 8, 2011 - Tuesday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: February 8, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Items from the agenda:
Opposing the Sale of KUSF's FCC License to Broadcast on 90.30 Sponsors: Mirkarimi, Mar
Supporting Local 87 Janitors at 1 South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco Sponsors: Wiener, Kim, Chiu, Avalos and Cohen
Condeming Rush Limbaugh for mocking Chinese President Hu Jintao Sponsors: Mar, Avalos, Chu, Campos, Chiu, Kim and Cohen
Informationsfbos.org

Alliance for a Better District 6 - Cleanliness and Safety Forum
When: February 8, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 230 Eddy Street, Community Room.  San Francisco
What: Cleanliness and Safety Forum.  All District 6 Community Benefit Districts have been invited to give the community updates and tell us about their various programs they are currently offering.   Open to the public.  Refreshments provided.
Co-SponsorsMarket Street Association, Tenant Associations Coalition and Affiliates, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation, Tip Top Market
Information: 415-820-1560

San Francisco Young Democrats - Meet your new supervisors!
When: February 8, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco (note new location
What: Meet you new supervisors Mark Farrell, Malia Cohen, Jane Kim and Scott Wiener.
Also, Presidents of local Democratic cubs speak about how you can get more involved with politics in the City.
Officers
Mike Kim - President
External VP - Emily Salgado
Internal VP  - Sarah Singer
Secretary - Dean Ignacio
Treasurer - Allie Fisher 
CYD VP of Membership - Jenn Longley
Immediate Past President - Max Szabo
Informationsfyd.org

February 9, 2011 - Wednesday

San Francisco Alliance of Black School Educators - Annual SFUSD African American Students Honor Roll Celebration (3.0 GPA or above)
When: February 9, 2011 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. - Students Assembly - Program starts at 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, 111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Students Honor Roll

San Francisco Police Commission Meeting - Discussion regarding Mental Health Training
When: February 9, 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 and possible action to adopt a plan for Police Department responses to incidents involving individuals with mental health needs.  
CommissionersThomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, James Hammer, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Informationsf-police.org

Benefit for Lyon Martin Health Services
When: February 9, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  Help save Lyon Martin Health Services.   $5./20. donation requested. Come buy drinks from celebrity bartenders to raise money to keep the clinic open - a portion of all drink sales will go to Lyon Martin.
Hosted by Gabriel Haaland, Laura Thomas and Brian Basinger, Anna Conda, Barbara Beth Lopez, Ken Rowe, La Monistat, Jazzie Collins, Stephany Joy Ashley.

San Francisco Latino Democratic Club - Meeting
When: February 9, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Don Ramon's, 225 11th Street, San Francisco.
What: Membership meeting.
Information: sflatinademclub.com

February 10, 2011 - Thursday

Planning Commission Meeting - Park Merced
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Special meeting - Park Merced Environmental Impact Report
Commissioners: Christina Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya

City and School District Select Committee
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Legislative Chamber, San Francisco
What: Item from agenda:
San Francisco Unified School District's Enrollment Procedures - Sponsor: Cohen.
Members: Maila Cohen, John Avalos, Carmen Chu, Sandra Lee Fewer,  Kim-Shree Maufas, Rachel Norton
Information: 415-554-4442

Local 2! - Rally and Picket
When: February 10, 2011- Thursday
   4:30 p.m.
Where: Hyatt Regency Hotel Market and Drumm, San Francisco
What: Multi-city action.
Information: onedaylongersf.org

Supervisor John Avalos - Office Warming and Artist Reception
When: February 10, 2010 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 273, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor John Avalos for a reception to christen our new space and  unveil our new artwork courtesy of Excelsior photographer, Karen Ande.
Information: john.avalos@sfgov.org

League of Women Voters of San Francisco Gala
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The City Club, 155 Sansome Street, San Francisco
What: Gala hosted by the League of Women Voters of San Francisco will honor pioneering and rising star women leaders in the Bay Area community:
Rising Stars: Nicole Baran, Hala K. Jijazi, Jennifer Siebel Newsom, London Breed
PioneersDiane B. Wilsey, Brenda Wright, Susan Desmond-Hellmann, Margaret Sullivan, Aileen Clarke Hernandez
Tickets $100. 
Informationlwvsf.org

Street Food Movement in Francisco 
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion: Street food movement in San Francisco:
Supervisor Bevan Dufty,
Larry Bain of Let's Be Frank
Veronica Salazar and Margarita Rojas of La Cocina

Mission Community Forum on Tasers
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: CUAV, 170A Capp Street, San Francisco
What: Come to a hearing and testify  at Community Forum regarding your thoughts regarding Tasers

San Francisco Police Commission - Selection of Police Chief
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Public is invited to be involved in the process of selecting a new Police Chief.  Public is welcomed to provide public comment on preferred qualities and characteristics for the next Chief of Police.
Information: 415-553-1667

Joanna Rees for Mayor Campaign Headquarters Grand Opening
When: February 10, 2011- Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Joanna Rees Campaign Headquarters, 4239 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: Join Joanna Rees as she opens her campaign headquarters in the Richmond.  Free - open to the public.
Informationjoinjoanna.com

Cesar Chavez East Community Design Plan
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Buena Vista Elementary School, 2641 25th Street (in the Auditorium, San Francisco
What: Help develop a community vision and design for a complete street that is safe, comfortable and accessible for Cesar Chavez Street
InformationCCE.sfplanning.org CCE@sfgov.org

HANC - Recycling Center: Next moves
When: February 10, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  The Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco
What: Recycling Center: Next moves. Discussion on the Feb. 14th hearing before the City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.
Information: hancsf@yahoo.com  hanc-sf.org

February 11, 2011 - Friday

Tenderloin Community Forum on Taser
When: February 11, 2011 - Friday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Public Hearing - public comments to let people express their thoughts about tasers.

Violence Prevention Planning Meeting
When: February 11, 2011 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Horace Mann Academic Middle School, 3351 23rd Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Department of Children, Youth and Their Families, Department of Juvenile Probation and Department of Public Health invite you to participate in the San Francisco Violence Prevention Planning Community Input Process.  This is to gather community input on ways to reduce violence in local neighborhoods and to create a peaceful environment for children, youth and their families.
Information: Veronica Martinez vmartinez@dcyf.org

February 12, 2011 - Saturday

Coffee with Leland Yee
When: February 12, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Toy Boat Dessert Cafe, 401 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Join State Senator Leland Yee and other Richmond residents for a cup of joe while discussing your concerns and ideas for San Francisco and the neighborhood.
Information: suzanne@lelandyee.com

February 12, 2011 and February 13, 2011 - Saturday and Sunday

San Francisco Museum and Historical Society - San Francisco History Expo
When: February 12, 2011 - Saturday and February 12, 2011 - Sunday
11 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Old Mint Building, 5th Street and Mission, San Francisco
What: Two-day event to bring together associations throughout the City to share their stories, archives and people.  
Participating Associations:
Bernal History Project
California Historical Soceity
Chinese Historical Society
Golden Gate National Recreation Area
Golden Gate Park Preservation Alliance
Guardians of the City
History Center, San Francisco Public Library
Labor Archives and Research Center, SFSU
Market Street Railway
Mission Creek Conservancy
Portola History Project
Potrero Hill Archives Project
Prelinger Library and Archives
Presidio Historical Association
San Francisco History Association
San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park
San Francisco Media Archive
Shaping San Francisco/FoundSf.org
Sunset Parkside Education and Action Committee
Telegraph Hill Dwellers
Visitacion Valley History Project
Western Neighborhoods Project
FoundSF.org will capture San Francisco stories from participants and attendees.  People are encouraged to bring their historic photographs to be scanned.
Live historical performances in the Counting Rooms.
Theater will continuously show historic film footage.
History Author's Forum with local writers reading excerpts from recent releases.
Informationsfhistory.org

February 12, 2011 - Saturday

Chinese Newcomers Service Center -  22nd Annual New Year's Dinner - Gung Hay Fat Choy!
When: February 12, 2011 - Saturday
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Chinese Newcomers Service Center.  The pleasure of your company and your cash is requested at Good Luck Dinner celebrating the Chinese New Year - the Year of the Rabbit. Wong Ton Soup, Chinese Chicken Salad, Lemon Shrimp, Cashew Chicken, Cha Sil Toishan Brownies, Don Tot and munch munch more...too munch to list.
Talented Chefs: Mark Leno, Leland Yee, Tom Ammiano, Fiona Ma, David Chiu, Scott Wiener, Carmen Chu, Jane Kim, Ross Mirkarimi, David Campos, Sean Elsbernd, Dennis Herrera, John Avalos, Betty Yee, Eric Mar, Karen Woo, Aaron Peskin, Phil Ting,  Eric Cheung, Stephanie Jee, Garry Wong, Angela Chan, Virginia Sung, Hanna Leung, Otis Byrd, John Parente, Anthony Ng, Sandy Lau, Melvin Lee, Samson Wei, Karen Woo, Edward Campos, Samson Wong, Ted Fang, John Maa, Jeannie Maher, Tom Hsieh, Ryszard Koprowski, Richard Ow, Mabel Soo, Eileen Kivlehan, Lawrence Ling, Lily Chan, Sandra Lee Fewer, Pam Brennan, Ann Kirk, Peter and Mei Lam, Amy Cheng, Julia Ling, Francisco Hsieh, Jackie Kious, Eliza Chan, Renee Golanty-Koel, Frances Hsieh, Julie Soo, Camilia Schneider, Gimmy Park Li Xing Chu Wang.  Chief Chef: Esther Marks
Donor's Choice $18. (8 is a Chinese lucky number) $20, $25, $38, $50, $75, $88, $108, $258
RSVP: 564-1482 janemorrison@att.net

February 13, 2011 - Sunday

Osiris Coalition - The State of Black SF 2011
When: February 13, 2011 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. - doors open at 1:30 p.m.
Where: Bayview Opera House, Ruth Williams Memorial Theatre, 4705 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Film screening of "Straight Outta Hunters Point" 
Welcoming remarks from Supervisor Malia Cohen
OSIRIS Coalition Remarks from Julian Davis  
Panel 1: Landmark Local Hiring Legislation and the Promise of Economc Equity
Moderator: Lynette Sweet
Panelists: Joshua Arce, Utuma Belfrey, Macio Lyons, Raquel Redondiez
Panel 2: Organizing Across Racial and Ethnic Lines in the New San Francisco
Moderator Derek L. Toliver
Panelists: Alicia Garza, Vincent Pan, Rene Saucedo, James Tracy
Osiris Coalition Awards
Sponsors: Bayview Opera House, Marcus Books, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation, MastaMind Productions, BART, Green for All, Color of Change, Ella  Baker Center, Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights, Booker T. Washington Community Service Center, Ella Hill Hutch Community Center, Afircan American Democratic Club, NAACP, African American Art and Culture Complex, POWER, Brightline Defense Project, South East Community Development Corporation, Sustainable Futures Consulting, San Francisco Bay View, KPOO, Community Housing Partnership, LeBlance and Associates, ART94124, Montecarlo Club, United Playaz, Chinese for Affirmative Action, La Raza Centrol Legal, Citizen Hope, Asian Law Caucus, Bayview Report, Chinese Progressive Association, SF Black Film Festival, Chinatown Community Development Corporation, Council of Community Housing Organizations, CLEAR, Young Blacks of the Bay, Rennassance Mag, The Allen Group, Shelly Tatum Presents, Black Women Organized for Political Action and La Voz Latina

Democratic Women's Forum - A Valentine Salute to our new members
When: February 13, 2011 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 675 Waller Street, San Francisco
What: Party for Democratic Women's New members.
Featuring a special Valentine Salute to SAGE Standing Against Global Exploitation
Light Libations, Sweets for the Sweet
$10.  
New members: Eddie Chin, Anita Grier, Shirley Hansen, Meredith Harris, Jennifer Orthwein, James Roe, Daniel Dean, Areil Ungeririder, Theresa Sparks, John Shanley, Kaye Kennedy, Janet Reilly
Democratic Women's Forum: Joan Simmons - President; Linda Richards - Event Chair; Suzanne Bushnell, Membership Chair; Kaye Kennedy, Hospitality Chair
RSVP acceptance only by February 10th - kaye.wizard@yahoo.com

Fundraiser for Lyon Martin Health Center
When: February 13, 2011 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Mix Bar, 4086 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Lyon Martin Health Center.
Sister Roma, Dean Disaster and Anna Conda are sponsoring fundraiser.  Beer bust, raffle and drag show.

February 14, 2011 - Monday

Valentine's Day

Have a Heart: Valentine's Day Action to Save Critical Housing Program
When: February 14, 2011 - Monday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Plaza, San Francisco
What: Stop the Federal Housing Budget Cuts! San Francisco Civic Center.  March to the Federal Building.  Stop the budget cuts to Housing Vouchers, Section 8 PBRA, Homeless Assistance Grants, and other housing related budget items. 

February 15, 2011 - Tuesday

Gray Panthers - Hands Off Social Security
When: February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
12:30 to 2:15 p.m.
Where: Fireside Room, Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco

UCSF Community Meeting - Phase 2 development of the Mission Bay Campus
When: February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay, Genentech Hall, N-114 (600 16th Street, San Francisco)
What: Third of three community meetings to plan for the remaining undeveloped blocks on the UCSF Mission Bay campus (north of 16th Street). 
Information: hcarroll-fisher@cgr.ucsf.edu

State Senator Leland Yee - 
When:  February 15, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Garden House, 3117 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Grab a cup of tea with Leland Yee and other Richmond District residents and share your thoughts on the future of San Francisco
Information: Suzanne Ruecker suzanne@lelandyee.com

February 16, 2011 - Wednesday

Haight Whole Foods Opening Day

Caltrain - Public Hearing on Fiscal Emergency, Service Cuts
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, 1 South Van Ness, Atrium, San Francisco
What: Community meetings for a chance for the public to comment on fiscal emergency, service cuts. 
Information: sf.streetsblog.org/2011/02/04/caltrain-to-hold-public-hearings-on-fiscal-emergency-service-cuts/

San Francisco Democratic Women In Action - Workshop No. 1 - Elder Abuse
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
8:15 p.m. Wrap up
Where: Cafe Zephyr, 3643 Balboa Street, San Francisco
What: Presenting the first in a series of workshops on abuse in our communities across the life cycle - 
Workshop No. 1 - Elder Abuse
Presenters include:
Laura Marshall - Family Violence Council - Facilitatin
Helen Karr from the San Francisco District Attorney's office
Hene Kelly from California Association of Retired Persons
Mary Quinn from the Probate Courts.
2010/2011 is designated as the year for educating ourselves about abuse issues in our community.  
RSVP jbp@sfsu.edu subject line 2/16 or 415-864-8732


Noe Valley Democratic Club - Eric Jaye
When: February 16, 2011 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Eric Jaye will share his insider information and sage prognostications including the upcoming mayor's race.
Information: 415-398-4140




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