Monday, April 22, 2013

San Francisco Political Events through May 4th



April 22, 2013 - Monday

Fight for Rent Control
When:  April 22, 2013 - Monday
Noon
Where: San Francisco City Hall, Polk Street Steps, San Francisco
What: Fight for Rent Control.  Join the League of Young Voters and every tenant group in the city to fight back the latest attack on rent control.  
Information: sf@theleague.com

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Land Use and Economic Development Committee.  On the agenda: TIC amendments
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information:    sfbos.org

Ethics Commission
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commisioners: Beverly Hayon, Benedict Hur, Dorothy S. Liu, Paul Renne, Jamienne S. Studley
Information:  sfethics.org

Mayor Lee and Supervisors - Town hall Series on City's Budget -  Malia Cohen and John Avalos
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday 
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 
Where:  Southeast Community Facility, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Town hall Series on City's Budget District  10  and District  11   with Supervisor Malia Cohen and Supervisor John Avalos
Information:  sfmayor.org/budget

D5 Action - CEQA and TIC/Condo
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Park Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: D5 Action meeting. Discussion: CEQA and TIC/Condo
Information:    D5Action.org

San Francisco Labor Council - Special Guests
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Plumber's Hall, 1621 Market Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Labor Council meeting.  Special Guests: A delegation of trade unionists from Morocco and Tuni who participated in the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia which led to the "Arab Spring" uprising in 2011.  These trade unionists are excited to meet labor leaders and activists from the United States.  The meeting is open to interested members of the public.
Information:  sflaborcouncil.org


Westside Democratic Club - Supervisor Katy Tang
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come meet our newest   member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Katy Tang of the Sunset's District 4.
RSVP:   sfwestsidedems@gamil.com

April 23, 2013 -  Tuesday


Board of Supervisors
When: April 23, 2013 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, London Breed, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Port Commission
When: April 23, 2013 - Tuesday
3:15 p.m.
Where: Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners: Doreen Woo Ho, Kimberly Brandon, Willie Adams, Leslie Katz, Mel Murphy
Information: sf-port.org

April 24, 2013 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

City and School District Select Committee - Special Meeting
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Special Meeting.  Summer Jobs Plus initiative and Summer School Programming,
Hearing: Prop. H Expenditure Plan and Reauthorization and Children's Fund Status and Reauthorization
Supervisors: Jane Kim, John Avalos, Mark Farrell
Commissioners: Hydra  B. Mendoza, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information: sfbos.org

Commission on the Status of Women - Commission Meeting
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners: Julie Soo, Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez, Alicia Gamez, Kay Gulbengay, Rebecca Prowda, Andrea Shorter
Information:  sfgov3.org

Police Commission
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesdy
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julius M. Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org

San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: 455 Golden Gate Avenue,  Milton Marks Auditorium, San Francisco
County Central Committee: Mary Jung, Kat Anderson, John Avalos, David Campos, David Chiu, Malia Cohen, Petra DeJesus, Matt Dorsey, Bevan Dufty, Zoe Dunning, Kelly Dwyer, Bill Fazio, Tom Hsieh, Leslie Katz, Hene Kelly, Meagan Levitan, Rafael Manderlman, Eric Mar, Trevor McNeil, Carole Migden, Leah Pimentel, Alix Rosenthal, Arlo Hale Smith, Scott Wiener. Ex-Officio Members: Senator Dianne Feinstein, U. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Rep. Jackie Speier, Attorney General Kamala Harris, State Senator Leland Yee, State Senator Mark Leno, Assemblyman Tom Ammiano
Information:  sfdemocrats.org


Community Housing Partnership - A Night with the Stars  Through the Decades
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. - Show Begins
Where: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
WhatA Night with the Stars.  Talented tenants and community members, all of whom have experience homelessness, take you through the decades with music  from the 1960's to today.  All proceeds benefit Community Housing Partnership.
Building Together Awards - Leadership San Francisco.
Raymond James
The Mayor's Office of HOPE
Emcees: Dave Clark, Anchor, KTVU-TV and Fabiola Kramsky-Gascon, Anchor, Univision
Entertainment: Five talented individuals, Cardinalidae, DJ Dave Gillis, Bay Music and Entertainment
General Admission $60.  View of show and a dessert reception - 9:00 p.m.
Information and Ticket Informationanightwiththestars-sf.org

 April 25, 2013 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Ciny Wu, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Hathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Housing Authority
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: 440 Turk Street, San Francisco
Authority: Joaquin Torres, Jaci Fong, Phil Arnold, Eric Fleming, Patrica Thomas, Ted Yamasaki
Information: sfha.org

Community College - Board of Trustees Meeting 
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Multi-Use Building, Room 140, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco
Trustees: John Rizzo, Anita Grier, Natalie Berg, Chris Jackson, Rafael Mandelman, Steve Ngo, Lawrence Wong, William Walker  - Student Trustee
Information:  ccsf.edu

Streetscape work on Cesar Chavez Street
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Flynn School, 3125 Cesar Chavez St., San Francisco
What: Community meeting about the streetscape work being done on Cesar Chavez Street.  
Information: Frances Taylor duck.taylor@yahoo.com 

Richmond District Democratic Club - Meeting - Washington 8 and CEQA Legislation
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. Note:  (meeting starting 1/2 hour early)
Where: Richmond District Police Station, Community Room, 461 - 6th Avenue, SF
What: Washington 8 discussion:
Guest speakers: Jon Golinger of No Wall on the Waterfront
Former Planning Commissioner Alec Bash speaking in favor of 8 Washington.
There will also be a discussion on CEQA legislation from Scott Wiener's office and Jane Kim office.
There will also be elections for 2013-2014 Executive Board.  
Information: sfrddc@gmail.com


Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center's Sunset Soiree Celebration and Fundraiser
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Zellerbach Mansion, 1550 Fell Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Honorary Hosts Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, House Democratic Leader,  Congresswoman Jackie Speier and the Friends of Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center at the Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center's Sunset Soiree celebration and fundraiser.
Featuring Emcee/auctioneer Michael Capozzola, Djs from SNBC's Urban Music Program, Silent and live auctions, 2 hosted bars,  Raffle.  Delicious hors d'oeuvres and desserts.
Tickets $125. snbc.org
Information: 415-759-3690 x 7304

April 27, 2013 - Saturday

SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting.  Speak up for safety at Polk Street Community meeting. 
Source: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition - facebook

Discussion on the proposed streetscape for Valencia between Cesar Chavez and Mission
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Cultural Center, 2868 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on the proposed streetscape for Valencia between Cesar Chavez and Mission
Informationmissionvalenciagreengateway.eventbrite.com

Beyond Differences: Fourth Annual Family BBQ
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, Ca.
What: Beyond Differences Fourth Annual Family BBQ.  Teens in Action to end social isolation.  No One eats alone.
Guest Emcee: Dave Clark - co-anchor "KTVU Channel 2 Morning News"
Special Greetings - Mary Jane Burke, Marin County Superintendent of Schools.
Featuring an original theatrical presentation by the Beyond Difference Teen Board and Leadership Academy Training Program.
Steel Jam Interactive Steel Drum Experience, The Bubblesmith, Sterling Johnson.
Tickets $25. per person.  $50. per family.
Information: dealingkidsbackin2013.eventbrite.com

African American Democratic Club
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
Noon - Sign-in and Candidate Statements
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Election
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: African American Democratic Club Membership Elections.   Must have been a member for 60 days.   
Information: aadcsf..com

April 28, 2013 - Sunday

Help McClaren Park's 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
8:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: Louis Sutter Clubhouse (near Wayland and University Street, park entrance).
What: Help McClaren Park's  4th Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser.  All you can eat pancake, sausage, fruit, milk, juice, coffee and tea.  $10 for adults, $5. for children.  
Information: helpmlpark.weebly.com

Glen Park Festival
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 
Where:  San Francisco's Glen Park Village, along Diamond Street between Bosworth and Chenery, as well as extending down Wilder Street, San Francisco
WhatGlen Park Festival.  A Neighborhood Tradition to Support the  Glen  Park Community.  Live music.  Great food.  Raffle prizes.
Information: glenparkfestival.com

Public Education and Our Right to the City
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Community School, 125 Excelsior Street, San Francisco
What: Public Education and Our Right to the City.  An Intersectoral Analysis and Exchange.
Join Teachers 4 Social Justice, the Center for Political Education, the Vampire Slayers, and Rethinking Schools for a critical dialogue on the intersection between school closures, the current attacks on City College of San Francisco, the forces of gentrification.
Pauline Lipman, an activists scholar on the coordinating committee of  Teachers for Social Justice in Chicago, and a nationally recognized analyst of the school closure epidemic and the connection between school closing and gentrification.
Source: Facebook - The Center for Political Education

2013 Bayview Hunters Point YMCA Crab Feed Fundraiser
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
5:00 pm. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Bayview YMCA Gym, 1601 Lane Street, San Francisco
What: 1st Annual Crab Feed Dinner Bayview Hunters Point YMCA.    All you can eat salad, bread, garlic noodles and crab.  Beer/wine/soda also for sale.  All proceeds benefit the Bayview Hunters Point YMCA Sports Program.
Tickets: 2013bayviewcrafbeed.eventbrite.com $43.19

April 29, 2013 - Monday

Central City Democrats Anniversary Celebrating Seven Years
When: April 29, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Apartments, 201 Turk Street, Community Room, San Francisco
What7th Anniversary and Celbration of Central City Democrats.  Awards ceremony, guest speakers, board elections, door prizes and refreshments
Recognition Awards:
Alysabeth Alexander: Dynamic Excellence Award
Jazzie Collins: Senior Advocate Award
Denise Dorey: Political Documentaries Award
Nella Manuel: Constituent Representative Award
Justin Morgan: Democrat Extraordinaire Award
Walter Paulson: Political Entertainment Award
Joseph Thomas: Food Justice Award
Bruce Wolfe: Open Government Award
Organizers of the event  are: 
Michael Nulty, President
David Elliott Lewis - lst Vice President
Marvis Phillips - 2nd Vice President
Dennis Isner - Secretary
Susan Bryan - Treasurer
Otto Duffy - Member at Large
Dean Clark - Member at Large
Co-SponsorsNorth of Market Business Association, Tip Top Market.
Information: 415-339-8683

April 30, 2013 - Tuesday

SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting. Speak up for safety at a Polk Street Community meeting. 
Source: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition - Facebook

Women for Katy!
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Cambers eat + drink, 601 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: "Women for Katy" - a fundrisor for Supervisor Katy Tang to support her campaign to defend her appointment to District 4 Supvisor.  Meet Supervisor Tang and hear about her plans for District 4 and for her campaign.  
Co-hosted by: Assessor Carmen Chu, Alix Rosenthal, Fiona Ma, Malia Cohen, London Breed, Leslie Katz, Mary Jung, Zoe Dunning, Leah Pimentel, Kat Anderson, Meagan Levitan, Melanie Nutter, Suzy Loftus, Rebecca Prozan, Megan Hamilton, Andrea Bruss, Catherine Rauschuber, Sunny Angulo, Trisha Prashad
Musical Entertainment by Tamo (Space Cowboys/DJTamo.com)
Suggested Contribution: $100., $150., $500.
Limited number of tickets available.  Please RSVP by emailing RSVP@katytang.com
Donation: katytang.com

May 1, 2013 - Wednesday

FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Monthly Meeting
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Western Addtion Library, 1550 Scott Street, San Francisco
Information: fdrdems@gmail.com

May 2, 2013 - Thursday

EMERGE California - Annual Event
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. General Reception and Porgram
Where: San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: EMERGE California Annual Event.  Recognizing   Senator Barbara  Boxer as their Woman of the Year.  
General Tickets $100. upward
Information: emergeca.org/events

League of Women Voters of San Francisco - Women Who Could be President
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Club, 155 Sansome Street, 10th Floor, San Francisco
What: League of Women Voters of San Franciscial Annual Gala - "Women Who Could be President".  Honoring exceptional women who have demonstrated exemplary leadership and service in the community:  
Bonnie J. Addario
Nancy Hellman Bechtle
Naomi M. Kelly
Nancy E. Pfund
Christine Pelosi
League Member $100.
Non-League Member $155. (can include a one-year membership in the League)
RSVP lwvsf@lwvsf.org SFVotes.org

May 4, 2013 - Saturday


Mayor Lee and Supervisors - Town hall Series on City's Budget -  Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos 
When: May 4, 2013 - Saturday 
 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. 
Where:  Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: Town hall Series on City's Budget District  8  and District  9  with Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos
Information:  sfmayor.org/budget




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