Monday, May 28, 2012

Carnaval 2012!


Assemblyman Tom Ammiano and Supervisor David Campos - District 9!





May 28, 2012 - Monday

Memorial Day  

May 29, 2012 - Tuesday

San Francisco Public Defender's 2012 Justice Summit
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
9;00 a.m. - Registration
9:30 a.m.: Keynote Speaker: UCLA Professor Jorja Leap, author of Jumped In:" What Gangs Taught Me About Violence, Drugs, Love and Redemption"
Registration Required: sfppublicdefender.org 
10 a.m.:  Panel 1: Jumped In: Strategies to Reduce Gang Violence
11:15 a.m. Panel II:  The Brain on Trial: Is Free Will Truly Free 
12:30 p.m. Lunch provided
1:30 p.m. Panel III: Drugs: From Felonies to Misdemeanors?
Where: San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Justice on Trial: Gangs, Neuroscience and Drug Reform.
Panelists:
Jeff Adachi, San Francisco Public Defender
Michael Biel, Commander of Investigations, SF Police Department
Lizbett Calleros, Coordinator, HOMEY
David Faigman, UCSF/UC Hastings
Eric Fleming, Assistant District Atorney, Gang Prosecutions
Geno Frazier, Expert, Yough Violence Prevention
Richard Garcia-Acosta, Northwest Community Response Network
George Gascon, SF District Attorney
Matt Gonzalez, Chief Attorney, SF Pubic Defender's Office
Dr. Ken Kiehl, University of New Miexico, Neuroimaging Expert
Tal Klement, Debuty Public Defender
Mark Leno (by video), California State Senator
German Yambao, Case manager, Former Inmate
Free - includes lunch.
Registration Required: sfppublicdefender.org 

Commonwealth Club - Democratic House Leader Nancy Pelosi
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
11:00 a.m. Check-In
Noon
Where: Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Nancy Pelosi, Democratic House Leader: Commemorating 25 years in Congress.
$25. Standard $15. members Premium: $45. Standard $30 members $7. Students with valid ID
Information and Ticketscommonwealthclub.org

San Francisco Ethics Commission
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Beverly Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Dorothy S. Liu, Paul Renne, Jamienne S. Studley
Information: sfethics.org

ALIX for the PARTY!
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Monarch, 101 6th Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Alix Rosenthal - candidate for DCCC.
Celebrate Alix's work. Linelup across SF's best music collectives:
Darren Grayson (Distrikt)
Deckard (Space Cowboys)
DingDong (Brass Tax)
Jiv (FIX/Heart Deco)
MACE (Brass Tax)
Motion Potion (Sunset SF)
Syd Gris (Opel/Opulent Temple)
Viajay (Angels of bAss)
Cover: $10-$50 sliding scale.
Donation:   votealix.com/donate
Information: votealix.com

May 30, 2012 - Wednesday


Support Christopher Vasque for DCCC.
When: May 30, 2012 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Rebel, 1760 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Christopher Vasquez for DCCC while also hearing why Nightlife and Politics in San Francisco are so integral to each other.  Suggested donation $25.
Information: facebook.com/VasquezForDCCC


May 31, 2012 -  Thursday


Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Sean Elsbernd, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Women's Political Committee Happy Hour with Supervisors Malia Cohen and Christina Olague. Honoring the Women on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Noble, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: SFWPC is honoring the women on the San Francisco Board of  Supervisors - Malia Cohen, Christina Olague, Jane Kim and Carmen Chu. Also will be saying goodbye to board treasurer,  Emily Lowe who will be moving to Chicago.
Information: sfwpc.org

SAFE - One City, Many Safe Neighborhoods
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Fort Mason Conference, Marina Blvd @ Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: SAFE's 5th Annual Gala.Join SAFE, SFPD, Police Chief Greg Suhr, Supervisors Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Eric Mar and Scott Wiener  as  SAFE launches Personal Safety Campaign.
Cocktails, dinner, community awards, raffle, silent auction.
Honorees:
Vicki Pte, Ken Craig, Mark Connors, Potrero SAFE Action Group, George Jurand, Captain Ann Mannix, Captain Paul Chignell, Officers John Cathey and David Sands. 
Sponsors: Michael and Hazel Kawaja, Carl Kawaja and Wendy Holcombe, Walgreens, Paragon Real Estate, Prepress, Rockit Room, Corporate Security, Fisherman's Wharf Community Benefit District, John Stewart Company, John's Grill, MJM Management Company
Tickets: $100.
RSVP - TICKETS sfsafe.org/one-city
Information: SAFEgala2012@sfsafe.org


Board of Trustees - Community College
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
6:45 p.m.
Where: City College, 33 Gough Street Auditorium, San Francisco
What: Special Meeting.
Board of Trustees: John Rizzo, Anita Grier, Natalie Berg, Chris Jackson, Milton Marks, Steve Ngo, Lawrence Wong. 
Information: ccsf.edu

Leah Pimentel for DCCC Campaign Soiree
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
7:00 p.. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Slide Lounge, 430 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Leah Pimentel for DCCC Campaign Soiree.  Slide Lounge is donating a percentage of all purchases to the Pimentel for DCCC campaign.  Raffle prizes include a pair of Premium Lower Box 105, Row 22, Seats 9 and 10 Giant Tickets.
Information: pimentelsf.com

2012 San Francisco Nighlife Awards
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
8:00 p.m. to Midnight
Where: Mezzanine, 444 Jesse, San Francisco
What: Join  California Music and Culture Association - CMAC as they celebrate excellence in San Francisco nightlife and entertainment.
All voting for each category will take place at the event from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  All attendees are welcome to vote. 
$10. Non-Members
$5. Members.
Informationcmacsf.org

June 1, 2012 - Friday

2012 Juneteenth Kick-Off Celebration and Reception
When: June 1, 2012 - Friday
Noon
Where: City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
What: Mayor Ed Lee, City Administrator Naomi Kelly and Supervisors Malia Cohen and Christina Olague in partnership with the San Francisco Juneteenth Committee invite you to 2012 Juneteenth Kick-Off Celebration and Reception.
RSVP JuneteenthSF@gmail.com

San Francisco District 11 Democratic Club - 13th Annual Dinner and Auction
When: June 1, 2012 - Friday
6:00 p.m. - No Host Bar and Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. - Dinner
8:00 p.m. - Live Auction
What: San Francisco District 11 Democratic Club 13th Annual Dinner and Auction
Food is wonderful: Paella Valenciana, Vegetarian Pasta Primavera, Chick w/Sherry Cream Sauce, Prime Rib of Beef
Featuring:
Christine Pelosi - author of "Campaign Bootcamp 2.0"
Assemblymember Tom Ammiano
Joe Klocek - Political Humorist
$60. Individual $70. at Door
$50. Senior (fixed Income) $55. at Door
Respond by May 25th - space is limited.
Checks payable to : District 11 Democratic Club.  Mail to: District 11 Democratic Club, 143 London Street, San Francisco , Ca. 94112
Information: Grace 415-748-1416
or MaBear08@sbcglobal.net


Hurtado-Solis Matt Haney for School Board Fundraiser
When: June 1, 2012 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Private location to be provided upon RSVP
What: Meet and greet with Matt Haney, candidate for School Board hosted by Matt's aunts, Arcelia Hurtado and Niki Solis with special co-hosts Bevan Dufty, Rafael Mandelman and Supervisor David Campos.  Food and wine, meet the candidate and discuss why he's running.
Information and RSVP: haneyforschoolboard.com/parents0601

 June 2, 2012 - Saturday


Union Street Eco-Urban Festival 
When: June 2, 2012 - Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
            June 3, 2012 - Sunday   -  10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Union Street, from Gough to Steiner, San Francisco
Information: unionstreetfestival.com

SFFD  Station 26 - Memorial Remembrance
When: June 2, 2012 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: SFFD Station 26, 80 Digby Street, San Francisco
What: Memorial Remembrance for Lt. Vincent Perez and  Firefighter -Paramedic Anthony Valerio.
Immediately following the remembrance a memorial garden will be dedicated to Tony, Vince and Lt. Louis Mambretti.
Information: sffdlocal798.org

Campaign Kickoff Rally - Norman Yee
When: June 2, 2012 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: West Portal Elementary School, 5 Lenox Way, San Francisco
What:  Join Norman Yee and neighbors to kick off campaign Norman Yee for Supervisor in District 7.
Celebrate the beginning of Norman's field campaign and lend a hand in the volunteer mobilization.

Daniel Landry Campaign Kick-Off Event
When: June 2, 2012 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: West Bay Community Center, 1280 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Pre-Kickoff Campaign event for Daniel Landry candidate for Supervisor in District 5.
RSVP danielblandry@yahoo.com

June 3, 2012 - Sunday

Sunday Street in the Mission #2
When: June 3, 2012 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Valencia Street from 14th to 24th Street and 24th Street from Valencia to Hampshire, San Francisco
Information: SundayStreetsSF.com

Fundraiser for Marily Mondejar for DCCC
When: June 3, 2012 - Sunday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bindestiff Studio, 185 Sixth Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Marily Mondejar for DCCC.   A Conversation with Fearless Women: Eve Ensler and Marily Mondejar.
Host CommitteeAl Perez, Belinda Munoz, Benj Jurcisin, Caryl Ito, Delie Punla, Diana Reyes Baughman, Dorka Keehn, Emily Murase, Franklin Ricarte, Jason Chan, Julie Soo, Mary Jung, Scott Wiener, Sharmin Bock, Sonia Delen, Susie Tompkins Buell, Ted Fang
Donation: $100., $250., $500. $1,000., $1,500., $2,500.
RSVP and Contribute: marilymondejar.org/events
Information: electMarily@marilymondejar.org

June 5, 2012 - Tuesday


Vote!  Vote!  Vote!  Vote!

Primaries: California,  Montana  New Jersey, New Mexico, South Dakota Primaries - 2012presidentialelectionews.com/2012

20th Annual Golden Wheel Award
When: June 5, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Green Room at the War Memorial, Veterans Building, 2nd Floor, 401 Van Ness, San Francisco
What: 20th Annual Golden Wheel Award by San Francisco Bicycle Coalition.  $75.
Information: sfbike.org/goldenwheel12

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Election Night
When: June 5, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Connecticut Yankee, 100 Connecticut Street @ 17th Street, San Francisco
What: Election Night at the Connecticut Yankee.  Throwing ideas around for the upcoming presidential campaign and other future Club activities.  Featured speaker will be Kierith Jones, volunteer with Organizing For America.  She leads OFA's SoMa-Potrero Hill neighborhood team.
Information: phdemclub.org

June 6, 2012 - Wednesday


Attorney Oath Celebration and Fundraiser for Matt Haney
When: June 6, 2012 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 111 Minna, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Matt Haney's admission into the State Bar of California by Speaker of the Assembly John A. Perez.
Also a celebratory fundraiser for Matt Haney for School Board.  
Suggested Donation: $50., $100., $250.
Information: haneyforschoolboard.com
RSVP: haneyforschoolboard.com/june6

Elections Commission
When: June 6, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 421, San Francisco
Commissioners: Gerard Gleason, Jill Rowe, Richard P. Matthews, Catalina Ruiz-Healy, Rosabella Safont, Arnold Townsend, Winnie Yu
Information: sfgov2.org

Lake Merced Community Meeting
When: June 6, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Harding Golf Course, 99 Harding Road, San Francisco
What: Community Planning Meeting  Discuss recreation opportunities at Lake Merced.   Activation of the Lake Merced Boathouse.
Information: rpdinfo@sfgov.org


District 5 Democratic Club - Meet and Greet with Candidates for D5 Supervisor
When: June 6, 2012 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Oasis Cafe, 901 Divisadero, San Francisco
What: Candidates Supervisor Christina Olague, London Breed, John Rizzo, Thea Selby and Daniel Everett.  There will be future meeting with additional candidates for supervisor in District 5.
There will be a vote on a resolution introduced by club member Tami Bryant in support of Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi.
Information: Club President Alex Doniach - president@d5dems.org


June 9, 2012 - Saturday - 


Democratic Women's Forum - Annual Luncheon
When: June 9, 2012 - Saturday
11:30 a.m
Where: Marines Memorial Club, 609 Sutter Street, San Francisco
What: Democratic Women's Forum Annual Luncheon honoring Jennifer Friedenbach - The Eleanor Roosevelt Democratic Woman of the Year.
Special Guest: Hon. Teresa Cox, Trade Advisor to U.S. Department of Commerce.
Patrons: Raymond Berard, Elizabeth Colton, Gail Dekreon
Sponsors: Phyllis Abad, Betty Alberts, Helynna Brooke, JoAnn Hendricks, Katie Hicox, Lorrie Kalos, Marilyn Morley, Jane Morrison, Barbara Muselli, Lynne Newhouse-Segal, Zoe Nordstrom, Mary O'Riordan, Pansy Waller, Cheryl Willis, Evely Wilson
Event Committee: Mary O'Riordan, Joan Simmons, Pansy Waller, Cheryl Willis 
 Installation  of 2011-2012 Board.  Installing officer - Lynne Newhouse-Segal
$50.
Respond by June 2, 2012 - Joan Simmons 416-673-5023


LGBT Center's Pride Kick-Off Party and Birthday Bash!
When: June 9, 2012 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Pride Kick-Off Party - Margaritas on the deck, visual arts lounge, auction.
Hosts: Beth Burkhart, Debra Chaw, Supervisor Malia Cohen, Rob Evans and Terry Micheau, Michael Hauptman and Bob Mitchitarian, Aubrey Hone and Amanda Keton, Athena Maikish, Susan Mooney ad Rebecca Rolfe, Derek Morales, David Rak, Kathryn  Synder and Paul B. Tan 
Tickets: $30.-$60.
Purchase Tickets:  centerprideparty.eventbrite.com

Fundraiser for Supervisor David Campos 
When: June 9, 2012 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: address given at time of RSVP - janemorrison@att.net
What:  Reception Supervisor David Campos - District Nine 
Co-Hosts: Tom Ammiano, Aaron Peskin, Art Agnos, David Onek, Larry Bush, Tim Wolfred, Jane Morrison, Bob Dockendorff
Patrons: Bernie Choden, Carmen Flores, Roma Guy, Jeanne Darrah and David Robinson, Carlota del Portillo, Mary Magee and Ed Kinchley, Evan Mogan, David Onek, Fariba Rezvani
Sponsors: Jan Blum, Becky Evans, Brenda Jeffers, Kristine Poplawski, Norman Schlossberg, Rafael Trujillo, Thomas Taylor
Donor's Choice $25., $35., $45., $55.
Mail check: "David Campos for Supervisors 2012" to Jane Morrison, 44 Woodland Avenue, SF 94117
RSVP: janemorrison@att.net - 415-564-1482


June 10, 2012 - Sunday


Help McLaren Park - Annual Fundraising Pancake Breakfast
When: June 10, 2012 - Sunday
9:30 a.m. to 12:30
Where: Louis Sutter Clubhouse, McLaren Park, Wayland and University, San Francisco
What: Annual Fundraiser for Help McLaren Park.  All you can eat pancakes, eggs and sausage, fruit, milk, coffee and juice.
$10. Adults
$5. - Children


Haight Street Fair
When: June 10, 2012 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Haight Street, San Francisco
Information: haightashburystreetfair.org

June 11, 2012 - Monday


London Breed for Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: June 11, 2012 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Independent, 628 Divisadero Street, San Francisco
What: Special Campaign kick-off in support of London Breed - Candidate for San Francisco Supervisor District 5.
 Honored  Guest: California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris
Hosted by Michael  O'Connor  at The Independent
Featuring DJ Sake One, Local Bands, Live Painting, Cuisine from Local Restaurants and Creative Vendors.
Host Committee: Delroy Lindo, Rebecca Prozan, Christine Bronstein, Jarie Bolander, Jeff Rusteen, Donna Casey, Sonya Clark-Herra, Mike Kim, Laron Mayfield
RSVP: Mary Martell mary@londonforsupervisor.com
Donation: $20., $100. $250. $500.   secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/londonforsupervisorkickoff
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Tuesday, May 22, 2012

San Francisco Political Events through June 5th










May 22, 2012 - Tuesday

Arkansas Primary, Kentucky Primary - 2012presidentialelectionnews.com

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Christina Olague, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Annual Potrero Hill Boosters Dinner (sold out)
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. (sold out)
7:00 p.. Dinner 
Where: Technique, California Culinary Academy, 16th Street at Rhode Island, San Francisco
What:  Annual  Potrero Hill Boosters 3-course catered  Dinner.  Installation of new Executive Committee by City Attorney Dennis Herrera.  Event sold out  $45.
Information potreroboosters.org

Harvey Milk Day - Screening of MILK with Dustin Black and Cleve Jones
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street, San Francisco
What: Special fundraising event showing the movie MILK to benefit Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy
Dustin Lance Black and Cleve Jones will speak.   
Sponsors: Human Rights Campaign, Swirl, 440, Southern Wine, Destination bakery, KASA, 4505 Meats, La Meditteranee
Ticketsbrownpapertickets.com/event/233452 - Regular tickets $15.  VIP Tickets $50. plus fees.
           
SPUR - Ballots and Brews
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join the Young Urbanists for an informal gathering and learn about what and who is on the ballot for the June election. BYOB (Bring Your Own Ballot).  $20. for non-members
Information: spur.org

San Francisco School Board
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
Board of Education: Norman Yee, Rachel Norton, Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza, Emily Murase, Jill Wynns
Information: sfgov.org

Community Celebration and Appreciation
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia: The Eric Quezada Center, 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Join Coalition for a Safe SF for a Community Appreciation and Celebration.   Celebrate the Passage of the Safe SF Civil Rights Ordinance!


Entertainment Commission
When: May 22, 2012 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Glendon Hyde, Steven Lee, Neal Cavellini, Al Perez, Bryant Tan
Information: sfgov2.org

May 23, 2012 - Wednesday


Budget and Finance Committee
When: May 23, 2012 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, John Avalos, Jane Kim, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: May 23, 2012 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Ron Miguel, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

SF Food Politics
When: May 23, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Pie, 25th Street and Mission, San Francisco
What: Evening about San Francisco Food politics, the Farm Bill - and why it matters for city folks.
Featuring Supervisors Eric Mar and David Campos, Food and Water Watch, Author Christopher Cook and others.  Come learn how local leaders are communities are pushing for a healthier, more sustainable food system.


Duboce Park Quarterly Community Meeting
When: May 23, 2012 -  Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Recreation Center, 50 Scott Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting to discuss Duboce Park projects, programs and problems.  
Information: Eric Anderson - eric.andersen@sfgov.org

May 24, 2012 - Thursday


Planning Commission
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Ron Miguel, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf.planning.org


Budget and Finance Committee
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, John Avalos, Jane Kim, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org



SPUR - Ideas  that Matter - The Worlds of Jane Jacobs
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
12:30 p.m.
Where: 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Stephen A. Goldsmith, director  of Center for the Living City will discuss Jacobs' work and her relevance today.  New edition of "Ideas that Matter: The Worlds of Jane Jacobs".  Co-presented with Island Press.
$10. for non-members
Informationspur.org

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Sean Elsbernd, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

Recreation and Park Commission and City Planning
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
3:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Mark Buell, Tom Harrison, Paige Arata, Gloria Bonilla, Meagan Levitan, Allan Low, Larry Martin
Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Ron Miguel, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information:  sf-planning.org

City and School District  Select  Committee
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Christina Olague, David Chiu
Commissioners: Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra B. Mendoza
Information: sfbos.org

Asian Pacific Islander Mayor Reception
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Opening Cultural Show and Reception
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Awards Program with ABC TV Kristen Zee
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - Entertainment Show and Food Service.
Where; City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
What: 2012 First Annual Statewide API American Heritage Month Celebration.  Recognition of API Contribution to the State and the Nation.  Hosted by Mayor Ed Lee.
Co-HostsEric Mar, Mark Farrell, David Chiu, Carmen Chu, Christina Olague, Jane Kim, Sean Elsbernd, Scott Weiner,  David  Campos, Malia Cohen, john Avalos, Phil Ting (Assessor)
Free Event - 
Information:  Joel Wong joelwong@comcast.net


Joaquin Torres for DCCC 2012 Fundraiser
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: L's Caffe, 2871 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Join Senator Art Torres, Family and Friends in Support Joaquin Torres' DCCC Campaign.
Ensure the voices and views of all San Franciscans are represented in the local Democratic Party.
Open to the public.  No host bar available.
Suggested Contribution: $25.-$100. $250. $500.
Information: JoaquinTorres.org

Emerge California - 10 Year Anniversary - Nancy Pelosi
When: May 24, 2012 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The W Hotel, 181 3rd Street, San Francisco
What: Join the Minority Leader of the U.S. House of Representatives, Nancy Pelosi as Emerge California celebrate their 10 year anniversary and honor our  2012 Woman of the Year,  Quinn Delancey, Founder and President of the Akonadi Foundation
RSVP by May 18th - michellel@emergeca.org
Order ticketsbit.ly/GXAvoB $100.



May 26 - 27, 2012  Saturday and Sunday 

Golden Gate Bridge 75th Anniversary
Information: goldengatebridge75.org

San Francisco Carnaval
When: May 26-2, 2012 - Saturday and Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Harrison Street between 16th and 22nd Street, San Francisco
Informationsfcarnaval.org



May 26, 2012 - Saturday


DCCC Fundraiser for Jason Wong
When: May 26, 2012 - Saturday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Social Kitchen and Brewery, 1326 9th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Jason Wong for DCCC.  
Information: jasonwong.org

May 27, 2012 - Sunday


San Francisco Carnaval Parade
When: May 27, 2012 - Sunday
9:30 a.m.
Where: 24th Street and Bryant Street, San Francisco
Information: sfcarnaval.org


May 28, 2012 - Monday


Memorial Day  


May 29, 2012 - Tuesday


San Francisco Public Defender's 2012 Justice Summit
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
9;00 a.m. - Registration
9:30 a.m.: Keynote Speaker: UCLA Professor Jorja Leap, author of Jumped In:" What Gangs Taught Me About Violence, Drugs, Love and Redemption"
Registration Required: sfppublicdefender.org 
10 a.m.:  Panel 1: Jumped In: Strategies to Reduce Gang Violence
11:15 a.m. Panel II:  The Brain on Trial: Is Free Will Truly Free 
12:30 p.m. Lunch provided
1:30 p.m. Panel III: Drugs: From Felonies to Misdemeanors?
Where: San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Justice on Trial: Gangs, Neuroscience and Drug Reform.
Panelists:
Jeff Adachi, San Francisco Public Defender
Michael Biel, Commander of Investigations, SF Police Department
Lizbett Calleros, Coordinator, HOMEY
David Faigman, UCSF/UC Hastings
Eric Fleming, Assistant District Atorney, Gang Prosecutions
Geno Frazier, Expert, Yough Violence Prevention
Richard Garcia-Acosta, Northwest Community Response Network
George Gascon, SF District Attorney
Matt Gonzalez, Chief Attorney, SF Pubic Defender's Office
Dr. Ken Kiehl, University of New Miexico, Neuroimaging Expert
Tal Klement, Debuty Public Defender
Mark Leno (by video), California State Senator
German Yambao, Case manager, Former Inmate
Free - includes lunch.
Registration Required: sfppublicdefender.org 

Commonwealth Club - Democratic House Leader Nancy Pelosi
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
11:00 a.m. Check-In
Noon
Where: Fairmont Hotel, 950 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Nancy Pelosi, Democratic House Leader: Commemorating 25 years in Congress.
$25. Standard $15. members Premium: $45. Standard $30 members $7. Students with valid ID
Information and Tickets: commonwealthclub.org

ALIX for the PARTY!
When: May 29, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Monarch, 101 6th Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Alix Rosenthal - candidate for DCCC.
Celebrate Alix's work. Linelup across SF's best music collectives:
Darren Grayson (Distrikt)
Deckard (Space Cowboys)
DingDong (Brass Tax)
Jiv (FIX/Heart Deco)
MACE (Brass Tax)
Motion Potion (Sunset SF)
Syd Gris (Opel/Opulent Temple)
Viajay (Angels of bAss)
Cover: $10-$50 sliding scale.
Donation:   votealix.com/donate
Information: votealix.com

May 31, 2012 -  Thursday


Leah Pimentel for DCCC Campaign Soiree
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
7:00 p.. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Slide Lounge, 430 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Leah Pimentel for DCCC Campaign Soiree.  Slide Lounge is donating a percentage of all purchases to the Pimentel for DCCC campaign.  Raffle prizes include a pair of Premium Lower Box 105, Row 22, Seats 9 and 10 Giant Tickets.
Information: pimentelsf.com

2012 San Francisco Nighlife Awards
When: May 31, 2012 - Thursday
8:00 p.m. to Midnight
Where: Mezzanine, 444 Jesse, San Francisco
What: Join  California Music and Culture Association - CMAC as they celebrate excellence in San Francisco nightlife and entertainment.
All voting for each category will take place at the event from 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  All attendees are welcome to vote. 
$10. Non-Members
$5. Members.
Tickets: eventbrite.com/event/3388939409
Information: cmacsf.org

June 1, 2012 - Friday


2012 Juneteenth Kick-Off Celebration and Reception
When: June 1, 2012 - Friday
Noon
Where: City Hall Rotunda, San Francilsco
What: Mayor Ed Lee, City Administrator Naomi Kelly and Supervisors Malia Cohen and Christina Olague in partnership with the San Francisco Juneteenth Committee invite you to 2012 Juneteenth Kick-Off Celebration and Reception.
RSVP JuneteenthSF@gmail.com


San Francisco District 11 Democratic Club - 13th Annual Dinner and Auction
When: June 1, 2012 - Friday
6:00 p.m. - No Host Bar and Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. - Dinner
8:00 p.m. - Live Auction
What: San Francisco District 11 Democratic Club 13th Annual Dinner and Auction
Food is wonderful: Paella Valenciana, Vegetarian Pasta Primavera, Chick w/Sherry Cream Sauce, Prime Rib of Beef
Featuring:
Christine Pelosi - author of "Campaign Bootcamp 2.0"
Assemblymember Tom Ammiano
Joe Klocek - Political Humorist
$60. Individual $70. at Door
$50. Senior (fixed Income) $55. at Door
Respond by May 25th - space is limited.
Checks payable to : District 11 Democratic Club.  Mail to: District 11 Democratic Club, 143 London Street, San Francisco , Ca. 94112
Information: Grace 415-748-1416
or MaBear08@sbcglobal.net


 June 2, 2012 - Saturday


Campaign Kickoff Rally - Norman Yee
When: June 2, 2012 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: West Portal Elementary School, 5 Lenox Way, San Francisco
What:  Join Norman Yee and neighbors to kick off campaign Norman Yee for Supervisor in District 7.
Celebrate the beginning of Norman's field campaign and lend a hand in the volunteer mobilization.
Information: normanyee.com/kickoff_rally

Daniel Landry Campaign Kick-Off Event
When: June 2, 2012 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: West Bay Community Center, 1280 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Pre-Kickoff Campaign event for Daniel Landry candidate for Supervisor in District 5.
RSVP danielblandry@yahoo.com


June 3, 2012 - Sunday


Sunday Street in the Mission #2
When: June 3, 2012 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Valencia Street from 14th to 24th Street and 24th Street from Valencia to Hampshire, San Francisco
Information: SundayStreetsSF.com

Fundraiser for Marily Mondejar for DCCC
When: June 3, 2012 - Sunday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bindestiff Studio, 185 Sixth Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Marily Mondejar for DCCC.   A Conversation with Fearless Women: Eve Ensler and Marily Mondejar.
Host Committee: Al Perez, Belinda Munoz, Benj Jurcisin, Caryl Ito, Delie Punla, Diana Reyes Baughman, Dorka Keehn, Emily Murase, Franklin Ricarte, Jason Chan, Julie Soo, Mary Jung, Scott Wiener, Sharmin Bock, Sonia Delen, Susie Tompkins Buell, Ted Fang
Donation: $100., $250., $500. $1,000., $1,500., $2,500.
RSVP and Contribute: marilymondejar.org/events
Information: electMarily@marilymondejar.org


June 5, 2012 - Tuesday


Primaries: California,  Montana  New Jersey, New Mexico, South Dakota Primaries - 2012presidentialelectionews.com/2012

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