San Francisco Political Events - October/November

         

                                                             

October 28, 2013 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
 Information : sfbos.org

Ethics Commission
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Brett Andrews, Beverly Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Peter Kearne, Paull Renne
Information: sfethics.org

Bernal Heights Town Hall - Housing for human need, not corporate greed
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland, San Francisco
What: Bernal Heights Town Hall Meeting.  No Displacement.  No foreclosures or evictions.  Affordable Housing now.  With Supervisor David Campos and ACCE.  


Westside Democratic Club - Proposition A
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Station, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club -  Guest Speakers: Supervisor Mark Farrell and Jean Thomas - Debate -  Proposition A - Funding for Retirees' Health Care.
Information: sfwestsidems@gmail.com 

Sleep-In In Dolores Park 
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
9:00 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park, 18th Street and Dolores, San Francisco
What: In response to Supervisor Scott Wiener's proposed legislation to set uniform, citywide park closure hours, the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club is hosting a sleep-in in Dolores Park the night before the legislation goes before the Board of Supervisors.
Information: milkclub.org

October 29, 2013 - Tuesday 

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: October 29, 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

CCSF Student Labor Action Project - Screening of "Default"
When: October 29, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco Ocean Campus, 50 Phelan Avenue,  Multi-Use Building Room, 140, San Francisco
What: CCSF Student Labor Action Project (SLAP) will be hosting a screening of "Default" and a panel discussion on student debt for Campus Equity Week.  Dinner will be provided.

Middle Polk Neighborhood Meeting - 1433 Bush Street Development
When: October 29, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Old First Church, 1751 Sacramento Street, San Francisco
What:  Middle Polk Neighborhood Association posted meeting notice for 10 story building at 1433 Bush Street near Polk.  The Developer of the development will be presenting his plans and asking for Neighborhood feedback.  Attend to voice your opinion.
Information: frank@middlepolk.org

October 30, 2013 - Wednesday 

Budget and Finance Committee
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information:    sfbos.org 

Filipino American History Month Celebration
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Rotunda, San Francisco
What: Mayor Ed  Lee together with Philippine Consul General Marciano A. Payner Jr., Board of Education Commissioner Hydra Mendoza and in partnership with the Filipino American Arts Exposition request yoru attendance at the Filipino American History Month Celebration.
RSVP: FilipinoAmericanSF@gmail.com

Fundraiser - Supervisor David Chiu - California State Assembly
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Fell Street and Fillmore Street, San Francisco (exact address upon RSVP)
What: An evening in support of Supervisor David Chiu's campaign for the California State Assembly.  David Chiu will continue his  devotion  to LGBT causes in a forum where he can impact all Californians.
Host Committee: Supervisor Scott Wiener, Jack Song, Gregory Flores, Susan Leal, Rebecca  Prozan, Debra Walker, John Baldo, Valerie Hendrix, Aaron Hyland, Fran Kipnis, Phong Le, Shane  Mayer , Howie Ng, Thanh Ngo, Andrew Vu, Kevin Edwards, Jim Illig, Steve Villano, Bentrish  Satarzadeh, Bob Rybicki and Anders Yang
RSVP: act.myngp.com/Forms/-2347782780743581696

Social Security and the  LGBT   Community - Know Your Rights and Claim Your Money
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Refreshments and Reception
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Panel Discussion
Where: San Francisco LGBT Center, Ceremonial Room, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Social Security and the LGBT Community.  Know your rights and claim your money.  
Federal Social Security benefits are now available to married same-sex couples.
What the Windsor decision means for LGBT Social Security recipients.
Financial benefits that same-sex spouses, widows and their children can now access.
How to apply for benefits.
What the Social Security Administration is doing for couples who move to places that don't honor their marriage.
What happens to your Social Security disability benefits when you retire.
The National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare in partnership with Openhouse:
Moderator: Kate Kendell, Executive Director - National Center for Lesbian Rights
Remarks by: Dan Bernal, Chief of Staff, Office of Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi
Panelists include:
Grace Kim, Regional Commissioner
Max Richtman, President & CEO
Web Phillips, Senior Legislative Representative
Deb Kinney Esq.
 Andy Chu
Seth Kilbourn, Executive Director
Community Co-Sponsors: 
AIDS Legal Referral Panel, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, API Wellness Center, Black Coalition on AIDS, Community Living Campaign, Institute on Aging, LGBT Community Partnership, Lyon-Martin Health Services, Project Open Hand, San Francisco AIDS Foundation, Shanti, UCSF LGBT Resource Center, UCSF Alliance Health Project and Bay Times. 
Free of Charge but seating is limited.  Please RSVP by October 26th - openhouse-sf.org/ssforum 415-296-8995 ext 301

Community Meeting - Future of Coit Tower
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Joe DiMaggio Playground Clubhouse, 651 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: You are invited to participate in a community meeting about the future of Coit Tower.
Recreation and Park Department will make a presentation about their plans to replace the concession company that runs the gift shop and elevator concession at Coit Tower. 
Information: ProtectCoitTower.org  protect coittower@gmail.com 

October 31, 2013 - Thursday

Halloween!

Halloween March to tell Mayor Lee:  Protect Our City College!
When: October 31, 2013 - Thursday
3:30 p.m. - March - CCSF, 790 Eddy Street
4:00 p.m. rally City Hall steps
Where: CCSF Civic Center Campus, 790 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: On Halloween, join the march to deliver several thousand postcards to Mayor Lee telling him to Protect Our City College.  March down Polk Street for a rally on the City Hall  steps  at 4:00 p.m.We need Our City College to keep its broad mission and protect educational access for low-income and immigrant communities, veterans, older adults, displaced workers and so many others.  
Sign postcard:  leadernet.aft.org/webform/mayor-lee-protect-our-city-college
Information: aft@aft2121.org

November 2, 2013 - Tuesday

SFUSD's Eary Bird Workshops on 2014-2015 Student Enrollment Cycle and Annual Enrollment Fair
When: November 2, 2013 - Tuesday
9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Concourse Exhibit Center, 635 8th Street (at Brannan Street), San Francisco
What: San Francisco Unified School District 2014-2015 Enrollment Fair.  See all the public schools and attend workshops on the Enrollment process, transitional kindergarten, special education, language pathways, middle school feeders, after-school programs, and the Lowell application process. Here is where you can begin your search for the right school by talking to representatives from all of our schools.
Information: SFUSD Education Place Center - 415-750-8500
Source: San Francisco  School  Board Member  Kim-Shree Maufas

 November 3, 2013 - Sunday

Fall Back - Change Clocks!

November 5, 2013 - Tuesday

Election Day!!!  - 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - ( note different location)
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Dogpatch Saloon, 2496 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting.  Normal meeting location was not available as  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House is being used as a polling place.
CCSF Trustee Rafael Mandelman will present his recently proposed Resolution in Support of City College.
Supervisor Malia Cohen will also be there to speak informally and answer questions.
Light refreshments, no-host bar.
Information: phdemclub.org

November 7, 2013 - Thursday

Demystifying Housing Supply/Demand Theory for San Francisco
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Can We Really Build Our Way to Affordability?
Demystifying Housing Supply/Demand Theory for San Francisco
A Community Forum presented by Urban Institute for Development and Economic Alternatives 
Co-Sponsored by San Francisco Information Clearinghouse, San Francisco Progressive Media Center, San Francisco Magazine
Panelists:
Doug Engmann
Calvin Welch
Michael Yarne
Tim Colen
Farhad Manjoo
Fernando Marti (moderator)
Source: facebook

November 9, 2013 - Saturday

Get the Facts: A Community Healthcare Forum featuring Covered CA sponsored by Assemblymember Phil Ting and Assemblymember Tom Ammiano
When: November 9, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: True Hope SF, 950 Gilman Avenue, San Francisco
Information: asmdc.org/members/a19/district/upcoming-events

San Francisco NAACP Annual Freedom Fund Gala - Bayard Rustin Coalition
When: November 9, 2013 - Saturday
6:00 p.m. reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner
Where: Hilton Hotel Union Square, 333 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Help fund a Table for Bayard Rustin Coalition for the NAACP Gala.
Theme: "We Shall Not Be Moved until Justice Rolls down like a Mighty Stream!".
Tavis Smiley is the featured speaker. $150. 
Information: eventbrite.com/event/3820962602

Next calendar will be  Monday, November 4th    deadline 10:00 a.m.

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San Francisco Political Events through November 5th

                                                                                 

                                No on B and C - Picture taken Sunday  at Mission Dolores Park.
                                Gus Feldman from District 8 Democratic Club, Alex Walker from 
                                Harvey Milk  LGBT  Democratic Club and Christine,  all saying "no".
                                nowallonthewaterfront.com



October 21, 2013 - Monday

Last day to Register to Vote.  -   registertovote.ca.gov

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information:   sfbos.org

Community Speak Out for Economic Justice
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
4:30 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Family Apartments .  Turk Street at Jones St., San Francisco
What: Community Speak Out for  Economic  Justice.
Hosted by the Community Housing Partnership, Coalition on Homelessness and Hospitality House.
We're fighting back.  Come hear about exciting community led campaigns to building real opportunities for all, and how you can get involved:
Checks (Arrest Record Reform legislation)
Market Street for the Masses (economic development for 99%)
Local Hire Update (CPMC and beyond)
Parks for the People (keep public parks open for the public)
Environmental justice (save community recyclling center)

San Francisco Youth Commission
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Jina Bae, Anna Bernick, Joshua Cardenas, Sophie Edelhart, Monica Flores, Ramon Gomez, Michelle Kong,  DeAsia  Landrum, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Nicholas Persky, Luisa Sicairos, Angel Van Stark, Eric Wu, Joyce Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org

League of Pissed-Off Voters - "Ballot Breakdown", Art Agnos
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Alley Cat Boos, 3036 24th Street, San Francisco
What: League of Pissed-Off Voters - Ballot Breakdown.  Hang out, eat snacks and talk about what's on the ballot.
Special Guest - Former Mayor Art Agnos will be there to talk about the Warriors Project.
Information: 323-LPOV

Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Supervisor David Campos
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
What: Continuing "Supervisor Series" - hosting Supervisor David Campos
Will also hear from Friends of the Urban Forest.
Information: info@wallenbergDems.com

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Melissa Griffin Caen
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk Street @ Washington, San Francisco
What: Main speaker is Melissa Griffin Caen, Political Columnist for the San Francisco Examiner with a segment "Mornings with Melissa" on CBS SF.  She will be discussing the propositions on the November election ballot.
SFPD Captain McEachern from Northern Station will give update on crime issued from the neighborhood.
Information: frank@middlepolk.org

October 22, 2013 - Tuesday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: October 22, 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: October 22, 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

San Francisco Board of Education
When: October 22, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving B. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
Board of Education: Rachel Norton, Sandra Lee Fewer, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Emily Murase, Jill Wynns
Information: sfusd.edu

October 23, 2013 - Wednesday

2013 Silver SPUR Awards Luncheon
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m. to Noon - Opening Reception
Noon to 1:30 p.m. - Luncheon and Reception
Where: Moscone Center South - Esplanade Ballroom - Entrance at 3rd Street and Howard Streets, San Francisco
Honorees:
Chief Judge Karen V. Clopton
Daniel Solomon, FAIA
Thomas C. Layton - Philanthropic
State Senator Art Torres  (retired)
Individual Tickets $175.  spur.org/silverspur
Information: spur.org

 Budget and Finance Committee
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark  Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org

Commission on the Status of Woman
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners: Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez, Andrea Shorter, Amy Ackerman, Alicia Gamez, Mary Jung, Julie Soo
Information: sfgov3.org

San Francisco Police Commission - Bayview District Meeting
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sfbos.org

District 11 Townhall Meeting
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Excelsior Boys and Girls Club, 163 London Street, San Francisco
What: On Wednesday, October 9th a young man, Eric Mabry, was tragically killed on the corner of Mission and Brazil, near the heart of the Excelsior corridor, within plain sight of merchants, neighbors, and families on their regular commuter.
Join the community in demanding the attention, enforcements, and investment that our communities deserved from the Mayor and City Departments at this town hall meeting.
Information: 415-554-6976
Source: email from Supervisor John Avalos and Excelsior Action Group


San Francisco Bay Guardian  Community Forum - Housing for Whom?
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  Bay Guardian invites you to join the discussion about who gets to live in San Francisco.
Editor Steven T. Jones and News Editor Rebecca Bowe will moderate a community forum with a panel of key players and experts.
Information: sfbg.com


Get The Facts: A Health Care Community Forum featuring Covered CA co-hosted by Assemblyman Phil Ting and Tom Ammiano
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 2nd Floor, 1290 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: In January 2014, all Californians will be required to have health insurance.  Join expert panelists to find out what options may work for you and get pre-enrolled on site.  Experts will discuss Covered CA, the new state health insurance marketplace, as well as Healthy SF and the expansion of Medi-Cal
Information: asmdc.org/members/a19/district/upcoming-events

SFMTA - Folsom Complete Street Pilot Project Community Meeting
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: SoMa Recreation Center, 270 6th Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting regarding a proposed pilot project to increase pedestrian and bicycle safety on Folsom Street   between 4th and 11th Street, San Francisco
Information: Nick Carr Nick.Carr@sfmta.com

San Francisco Latino Democratic Club - Monthly Meeting
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
Information: sflatinodemclub.com
Source: Facebook posting

San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
DCCC: 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, Lesllie Katz, Hene Kelly, Meagan Levitan, Rafael Mandelman, Eric Mar, Trevor McNeil, Carol Migden, Leah Pimentel, Alix Rosenthal, Arlo Hale Smith, Scott Wiener
Ex-Officio Members: Dianne Feinstein, Nancy Pelosi, Jackie Speier, Kamala Harris, Leland Yee, Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, Phil Ting
Information: dccc.org

October 24, 2013 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sbos.org

Planning Commission
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

SPUR - Better Muni on 19th Avenue
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
12:30
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Better Muni on 19th Avenue. SFCTA and SFMTA have been working on plans to make Muni on 19th Avenue - the link connecting San Francisco State University, Stonestown Galleria and Parkmerced to the rest of San Francisco - faster and safer for everyone.  Come hear some of the ideas the agencies studied, their future plans and what they mean for this growing area:
Peter Albert/SFMTA
Liz Brisson/SFCTA
Beth Mallen/Parkmerced
Wendy Bloom/San Francisco State University
Kath Tsakalakis/Lakeside One Neighborhood Group
$10. non-members
Information: spur.org

City and School District Select Committee
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Jane Kim, John Avalos, Mark Farrell
School Board: Hydra Mendoza-McDonell, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information:  sfbos.org

California Domestic Workers Coalition - We Did it! 
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Virgil's Sea Room, 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: California Domestic Workers Coalition - We Did it! Domestic Worker and Allies Celebration.  Join for a celebration of our labor and our victories hosted by Tom Ammiano and Jobs With Justice.  
Information: cadomesticworkers.org

San Francisco Human Rights Commission
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Michael Sweet, Susan Belinda Christian, Sheryl Evans Davis, Mark Kelleher, Nazly Mohajer, Faye Woo Lee, Todd Mavis, Michael Pappas, Richard Pio Roda
Information: sfgov.org/sfhumanrights

San Francisco Black Leadership Forum - Election Endorsement meeting
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art & Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Black Leadership Forum - Election Endorsement meeting.
Source: facebook events

3rd Annual Potsticker Eating Contest
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Drake SF, 508 4th Street, San Francisco
What: Reception to honor the quality coverage and empowerment of Asian Americans by veteran political columnist Samson Wong.  Mouthful of gyozas and a time to catch up with friends and SF politics.  
Information: asianweek.com/2013/10/023rd-annual-potstickers-golden-potsticker-eating-contest-and-reception-set-for-oct-24/

Progressive Democrats of America-San Francisco and Unitarian Universalists for Peace-San Francisco - Prop B and C  Debate 
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Center, Martin Lurther King Room, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Debate - Prop B and C - 8 Washington Project. 
Yes on B and C - Alec Bash
No on B and C - Jon Golinger 

GLBT Historical Society Gala - Unmasked
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Regency Center, 1290 Sutter Street, San Francisco
What: GLBT Historical Society Gala Unmasked - Benefit  the GLBT Historical Society and The GLBT History Museum.   Entertainment, food, hosted bar and silent auction
Tickets  $60 - General - $100. VIP  unmaskedgala.org/Event_Details

October 25, 2013 - Friday

Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco 15th Anniversary GALA
When: October 25, 2013 - Friday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Community Room, San Francisco
What: Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco's 15th Anniversary GALA with Prestigious Awards Ceremony, Special Door Prizes and Refreshments.
Open to the Public
Information: 15thanniversarytac.blogspot.com 415-339-8327

Mission Language and Vocational School 45th Anniversary
When: October 25, 2013 - Friday
6:00 p.m.  Cocktail reception
7:00 p.m.  Dinner  
Where: Mark Hopkins Intercontinental Hotel, 1 Nob Hill, San Francisco
What: Mission Language and Vocational School 45th Anniversary. " MLVS, Business, Labor, Community Together, We Are Champions"
$150. individual ticket for non-profits and community members
$200. individual tickets for small business owners
$300. corporate individuals
Information: mlvs.org

October 26, 2013 - Saturday

9th  Annual Noe Valley Harvest Festival
When: October 26, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: On 24th Street between Sanchez and Church, San Francisco
Source: Friends of Noe Valley


Get The Facts: A Health Care Community Forum featuring Covered CA co-hosted by Assemblyman Phil Ting and Tom Ammiano
When: October 26, 2013 -  Saturday 
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where:  San Francisco County Fair Building, 1199 9th Ave. (at Lincoln Way), San Francisco 
What: In January 2014, all Californians will be required to have health insurance.  Join expert panelists to find out what options may work for you and get pre-enrolled on site.  Experts will discuss Covered CA, the new state health insurance marketplace, as well as Healthy SF and the expansion of Medi-Cal
Information: asmdc.org/members/a19/district/upcoming-events

Region 6 Meeting Notice - Platform testimony
When: October 26, 2013 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Transport Workers Union Local 505, 1521 Rollins Road, Burlingame, Ca.
What: California Democratic Party Regional Hearing for 2014 Platform: Members from the Platform Committee will be present to hear  testimony regarding the Establishment of the 2014 CA Democratic Party platform.
Information: CADEM.ORG
Source: email from Jonathan Lyens - San Francisco FDR Democratic Club president and Region VI Director Hene Kelly. 

Community Action to benefit Mission Artists Rene Yanez and Yolanda Lopez
When: October 26, 2013 - Saturday
8:00 p.m.
Where: Brava! For Women in the Arts, 2781 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Community Action to benefit Mission Artists Rene Yanez and Yolanda Lopez.  Performances, art and tributes.  
Performers include Culture Clash, Marga Gomez, Guillermo Gomez-Pena, Las Bomberas de la Bahia, Alejandro Murgia, Dr. Loco, Cherrie Moraga, Celia Rodriguez, Loco Bloco, Maya Chinchilla y mas
Silent Auction with works by Enrique Chagoya, Ester Hernandez, Jesus Barraza, Melanie Cervantes, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Rio Yanez, Rene Yanez, Yolanda Lopez, Xuxo Perez, Jos  Sances, Jean Melesaine, Alexa Trevino, Art Hazelwood, Patrick Piazza, Robbin Henderson.
There will also be a raffle. 
Donation:  brava.org  - make donation to Yanez-Lopez benefit

October 27, 2013 - Sunday

Sunday Streets - Richmond
When: October 27, 2013 -  Sunday 
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Clement Street between Funston and Arguello, and Arguello between Clement and Fulton. Sunday Streets is partnering with Clement Street Farmers Market. Clement Street  Market will be spread out for four blocks - Arguello to 5th Avenue.  9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Information: sundaystreetssf.com/richmond-sunday-streets-october-27th

2nd Annual 20th Avenue Soap Box Derby!
When: October 27, 2013 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 20th Avenue between Wawona and Vicente Streets, San Francisco
What: Friends of Larsen Playground, Supervisor Katy Tang and Assessor Carmen Chu present the 2nd Annual 20th Avenue Soap Box Derby!  Food, fun, games, kid stuff.  This is a exhibition derby.  All cars are welcome, but they must have brakes.  Donations gratefully accepted.  All proceeds benefit the Larsen PlaygroundRebuild Project.  We're bringing a plane back to Larsen. 
Information: larsenparkjet.org

October 28, 2013 - Monday

Westside Democratic Club - Proposition A
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Station, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club - Supervisor Mark Farrell - Discussion on Proposition A.

October 30, 2013 - Wednesday

Fundraiser - Supervisor David Chiu - California State Assembly
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Fell Street and Fillmore Street, San Francisco (exact address upon RSVP)
What: An evening in support of Supervisor David Chiu's campaign for the California State Assembly.  David Chiu will continue his  devotion  to LGBT causes in a forum where he can impact all Californians.
Host Committee: Supervisor Scott Wiener, Jack Song, Gregory Flores, Susan Leal, Rebecca  Prozan, Debra Walker, John Baldo, Valerie Hendrix, Aaron Hyland, Fran Kipnis, Phong Le, Shane  Mayer , Howie Ng, Thanh Ngo, Andrew Vu, Kevin Edwards, Jim Illig, Steve Villano, Bentrish  Satarzadeh, Bob Rybicki and Anders Yang
RSVP: act.myngp.com/Forms/-2347782780743581696

Social Security and the  LGBT   Community - Know Your Rights and Claim Your Money
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Refreshments and Reception
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Panel Discussion
Where: San Francisco LGBT Center, Ceremonial Room, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Social Security and the LGBT Community.  Know your rights and claim your money.  
Federal Social Security benefits are now available to married same-sex couples.
What the Windsor decision means for LGBT Social Security recipients.
Financial benefits that same-sex spouses, widows and their children can now access.
How to apply for benefits.
What the Social Security Administration is doing for couples who move to places that don't honor their marriage.
What happens to your Social Security disability benefits when you retire.
The National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare in partnership with Openhouse:
Moderator: Kate Kendell, Executive Director - National Center for Lesbian Rights
Remarks by: Dan Bernal, Chief of Staff, Office of Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi
Panelists include:
Grace Kim, Regional Commissioner
Max Richtman, President & CEO
Web Phillips, Senior Legislative Representative
Deb Kinney Esq.
 Andy Chu
Seth Kilbourn, Executive Director
Community Co-Sponsors: 
AIDS Legal Referral Panel, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, API Wellness Center, Black Coalition on AIDS, Community Living Campaign, Institute on Aging, LGBT Community Partnership, Lyon-Martin Health Services, Project Open Hand, San Francisco AIDS Foundation, Shanti, UCSF LGBT Resource Center, UCSF Alliance Health Project and Bay Times. 
Free of Charge but seating is limited.  Please RSVP by October 26th - openhouse-sf.org/ssforum 415-296-8995 ext 301

October 31, 2013 - Thursday

Halloween!

November 3, 2013 - Sunday

Fall Back - Change Clocks!

November 5, 2013 - Tuesday

Election Day!!!  - 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Next calendar will be  Monday,  October  28st -     deadline 10:00 a.m.

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October political events

October 14, 2013 - Monday

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association - Public Meeting
When: October 14, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.  to 7:30 p.m. - Meet your neighbors
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Meeting 
Where: CPMC/Davies Hospital, Gazebo Room (outside, ground-level entrance from plaza between North and South Towers).
What:  From Agenda:
Office of Supervisor Scott Wiener update
2198 Market St Development: Come hear Greystar outline their revised program and changes requested by DTNA and EVNA.
Potential upgrade plan for Swedish American Hall.
Information: dtna.org

October 15, 2013 - Tuesday

San Francisco Gray Panthers - Ballot Propositions
When: October 15, 2013 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Fireside Room, Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Meeting - On Ballot Propositions
Information: graypantherssf.igc.org

SFMTA - 
When: October 15, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission meeting.
Authority: Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information: sfmta.com

Entertainment Commission
When: October 15, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Bryant Tan, Glendon Hyde, Al Perez, Audrey Joseph , Barbara Campagnoli, Naomi Akers, Steven Lee
Information: sfgov2.org

Coalition for SF Neighborhoods - Monthly Meeting
When: October 15, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station Community Room, Corner of Turk and Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: General Assembly Meeting.
Hosts: Oceanview Merced Heights, Ingleside Neighbors in Action and Outer Mission Merchants & Residents Assn.
Program: A Look at Prop A, Charter Amendment: Retiree Healthcare Trust Fund
                Speakers: Supervisor Mark Farrell
                Denise D'Anne
Information: csfn.net


Young Urbanists - Ballots and Brews
When: October 15, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join the Young Urbanists for an informal gathering to learn what's on the ballot for the November election.  BYOB (Bring your Own Ballot) and come hear the  inside  story from SPUR policy staff.   
Sarah Karlinsky, Egon Terplan, Laura Tam, Jennifer Warburg
Young Urbanists will supply the beer.
Information: spur.org

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - General Membership Meeting
When: October 15, 2013- Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: General Monthly meeting:
Information: info@milkclub.org

October 16, 2013 - Wednesday

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: October 16, 2013 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m. - Special Meeting
12:30 p.m. - Regular Meeting
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Karl Hasz, Andrew Wolfram, Aaron Hyland, Ellen Johnck, Richard S. E. Johns, Diane Matsuda, Jonathan Pearlman
Information: sf-planning.org


Election Commission
When: October 16, 2013 -  Wednesday 
6:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners: Jill Rowe, Catalina Ruiz-Healy, Richard Matthews, Gerard Gleason, Rosabella Safont, Winnie Yu
Information: sfgov2.org


BHC 10th Anniversary - Celebrating A Decade of Behavioral Health Court.
When: October 16, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: St. Francis Yacht Club, On the Marina, San Francisco
What: BHC 10th Anniversary - Celebrating A Decade of Behavioral Health Court.  Presentation of the Herbert Donaldson Award for Outstanding Contribution to Behavioral Health Court.
2013 Honoree:  Judge Kay Tsenin
Keynote Speaker: George Woods, M.
Planning Committee: Jennifer Johnson, Kathleen Lacey, Michael Garcia, Fred Martin, Susan  Christian, Miguel Leyva, Peer Coordinator  Louise Swig 
Individual Tickets $100.
Donations sfghf.net/donate_CDBHC

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Monthly Meeting
When: October 16, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.  Three different issues:
1.  Sheriff Ross Mirakarimi - will speak about new procedures implement in the Sheriff's Department and at the San Francisco jail among others.  New California State Victim Information and Notification program and the new Weekday Visiting  Schedule and Online Scheduling System.
2.  Dave Masson will give a brief presentation about a proposed Federal carbon tax to be administered at the first point of sale - the mine, wellhead or border  crossing.  
3.  Rafael Mandelman will present his proposed Resolution in Support of City College.  
Information: molly@ffrsf.com 

October 17, 2013 - Thursday

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: October 17, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: October 17, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney  Fong, Cindy Wu,Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

Tenants Togehter - Renter's Rights Happy Hour 
When: October 17, 2013 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Showdown, 10 6th Street, San Francisco
What: Tenants Together - Happy Hour.  Get fired up about tenants' rights with Bay Area's leading activists and advocates.
Information: tenantstogether.org

Mission Town Hall Meeting - 5 Year Plan to End Violence Update
When: October 17, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Mission Beacon-Everett Middle School, 450 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Come  and hear a report back of all the collective work regarding a community plan to end violence as a Health Epidemic.  Free parking, childcare, free dinner.


David Campos For the Win!
When: October 17, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Blackbird, 2124 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for David Campos - candidate for Assembly.  Cocktails, hors d'oeuvres.
RSVP: davidcampossf.com/for_the_win
Information: Jule Wedge at julie@davidcampossf.com

October 18, 2013 - Friday

San  Francisco Firefighters Community Hero Awards Breakfast
When: October 18, 2013 - Friday
7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where: The Julia Morgan Ballroom, 465 California Street, 15th Floor, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Firefighters Community Hero Awards Breakfast. 
Honoring:
U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer
Ron Conway
Chris Gruwell
California State Senator Mark Leno
Special Guests:
Jamies Redford and Kirby Walker
Producers/Directors of the HBO Documentary "The Toxic Hot Seat"
Benefiting:
The San Francisco Firefighters Toy Program
The San Francisco Firefighters Cancer Prevention Foundation
Surviving Familes Fund
Tickets: $150.

5th Annual Footloose 2013
When: October 18, 2013 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Hall of Culture, African American Art & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: Parent Voices - San Francisco fundraiser. 
 Honorees:
Senator Mark Leno, Supervisor John Avalos, Michele Rutherford of the SF Office of Early Care and Education, Gladys Soto and Lourdes Alarcon will be honored with the Patty Siegel Parent Leadership Awards.  
Tickets: $25.  
RSVP: marialuz@parentvoices.org

October 19, 2013 - Saturday

Accessible Parking Forum
When: October 19, 2013 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.  to noon
Where: Port of San Francisco, Pier 1, The Embarcadero, San Francisco
What: Accessible Public Forum.  A chance to provide feedback on the Accessible Parking Policy Advisory Committee's recommended policy changes.
Members of San Francisco's Accessible Parking policy Advisory Committee, will present their package of state and local policy recommendations to increase access to parking and reduce disabled parking placard misuse.  The package includes:
1.  Increase blue zones.
2.  Improved enforcement of placard approvals.
3.  Improved DMV oversight of placard approvals.
4.  Allow jurisdictions to require placard holders to pay at the meter.
5.  Direct revenue to accessibility improvements.
6.  Allow jurisdictions to establish reasonable time limits for placard holders.
Information: parkingaccess@SFMTA.com

Potrero Hill Festival
When: October 19, 2013 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 20th Street between Wisconsin and Missouri, San Francilsco
Information: potrerofestival.com

Stop Jeremy's  Eviction Community Speak-Out
When: October 19, 2013 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 460 Noe Street, San Francisco
What: Community speak-out to protest the eviction of Jeremy Mykaels.  
Information: ellishurtsseniors.org/460-noe-st

October 21, 2013 - Monday

League of Pissed-Off Voters - "Ballot Breakdown", Art Agnos
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Alley Cat Boos, 3036 24th Street, San Francisco
What: League of Pissed-Off Voters - Ballot Breakdown.  Hang out, eat snacks and talk about what's on the ballot.
Special Guest - Former Mayor Art Agnos will be there to talk about the Warriors Project.
Information: 323-LPOV

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Melissa Griffin Caen
When: October 21, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk Street @ Washington, San Francisco
What: Main speaker is Melissa Griffin Caen, Political Columnist for the San Francisco Examiner with a segment "Mornings with Melissa" on CBS SF.  She will be discussing the propositions on the November election ballot.
SFPD Captain McEachern from Northern Station will give update on crime issued from the neighborhood.
Information: frank@middlepolk.org

October 23, 2013 - Wednesday

2013 Silver SPUR Awards Luncheon
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m. to Noon - Opening Reception
Noon to 1:30 p.m. - Luncheon and Reception
Where: Moscone Center South - Esplanade Ballroom - Entrance at 3rd Street and Howard Streets, San Francisco
Honorees:
Chief Judge Karen V. Clopton
Daniel Solomon, FAIA
Thomas C. Layton - Philanthropic
State Senator Art Torres  (retired)
Individual Tickets $175.  spur.org/silverspur
Information: spur.org

Get The Facts: A Health Care Community Forum featuring Covered CA co-hosted by Assemblyman Phil Ting and Tom Ammiano
When: October 23, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 2nd Floor, 1290 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: In January 2014, all Californians will be required to have health insurance.  Join expert panelists to find out what options may work for you and get pre-enrolled on site.  Experts will discuss Covered CA, the new state health insurance marketplace, as well as Healthy SF and the expansion of Medi-Cal
Information: asmdc.org/members/a19/district/upcoming-events

October 24, 2013 - Thursday

SPUR - Better Muni on 19th Avenue
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
12:30
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Better Muni on 19th Avenue. SFCTA and SFMTA have been working on plans to make Muni on 19th Avenue - the link connecting San Francisco State University, Stonestown Galleria and Parkmerced to the rest of San Francisco - faster and safer for everyone.  Come hear some of the ideas the agencies studied, their future plans and what they mean for this growing area:
Peter Albert/SFMTA
Liz Brisson/SFCTA
Beth Mallen/Parkmerced
Wendy Bloom/San Francisco State University
Kath Tsakalakis/Lakeside One Neighborhood Group
$10. non-members
Information: spur.org

San Francisco Black Leadership Forum - Election Endorsement meeting
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art & Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Black Leadership Forum - Election Endorsement meeting.
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Progressive Democrats of America-San Francisco and Unitarian Universalists for Peace-San Francisco - Prop B and C  Debate 
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Center, Martin Lurther King Room, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Debate - Prop B and C - 8 Washington Project. 
Yes on B and C - Alec Bash
No on B and C - Jon Golinger 

GLBT Historical Society Gala - Unmasked
When: October 24, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Regency Center, 1290 Sutter Street, San Francisco
What: GLBT Historical Society Gala Unmasked - Benefit  the GLBT Historical Society and The GLBT History Museum.   Entertainment, food, hosted bar and silent auction
Tickets  $60 - General - $100. VIP  unmaskedgala.org/Event_Details

October 25, 2013 - Friday

Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco 15th Anniversary GALA
When: October 25, 2013 - Friday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Community Room, San Francisco
What: Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco's 15th Anniversary GALA with Prestigious Awards Ceremony, Special Door Prizes and Refreshments.
Open to the Public
Information: 15thanniversarytac.blogspot.com 415-339-8327

Mission Language and Vocational School 45th Anniversary
When: October 25, 2013 - Friday
6:00 p.m.  Cocktail reception
7:00 p.m.  Dinner  
Where: Mark Hopkins Intercontinental Hotel, 1 Nob Hill, San Francisco
What: Mission Language and Vocational School 45th Anniversary. " MLVS, Business, Labor, Community Together, We Are Champions"
$150. individual ticket for non-profits and community members
$200. individual tickets for small business owners
$300. corporate individuals
Information: mlvs.org

October 26, 2013 - Saturday


Get The Facts: A Health Care Community Forum featuring Covered CA co-hosted by Assemblyman Phil Ting and Tom Ammiano
When: October 26, 2013 -  Saturday 
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where:  San Francisco County Fair Building, 1199 9th Ave. (at Lincoln Way), San Francisco 
What: In January 2014, all Californians will be required to have health insurance.  Join expert panelists to find out what options may work for you and get pre-enrolled on site.  Experts will discuss Covered CA, the new state health insurance marketplace, as well as Healthy SF and the expansion of Medi-Cal
Information: asmdc.org/members/a19/district/upcoming-events

Community Action to benefit Mission Artists Rene Yanez and Yolanda Lopez
When: October 26, 2013 - Saturday
8:00 p.m.
Where: Brava! For Women in the Arts, 2781 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Community Action to benefit Mission Artists Rene Yanez and Yolanda Lopez.  Performances, art and tributes.  
Performers include Culture Clash, Marga Gomez, Guillermo Gomez-Pena, Las Bomberas de la Bahia, Alejandro Murgia, Dr. Loco, Cherrie Moraga, Celia Rodriguez, Loco Bloco, Maya Chinchilla y mas
Silent Auction with works by Enrique Chagoya, Ester Hernandez, Jesus Barraza, Melanie Cervantes, Ana Teresa Fernandez, Rio Yanez, Rene Yanez, Yolanda Lopez, Xuxo Perez, Jos  Sances, Jean Melesaine, Alexa Trevino, Art Hazelwood, Patrick Piazza, Robbin Henderson.
There will also be a raffle. 
Donation:  brava.org  - make donation to Yanez-Lopez benefit

October 27, 2013 - Sunday


Sunday Streets - Richmond
When: October 27, 2013 -  Sunday 
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Clement Street between Funston and Arguello, and Arguello between Clement and Fulton. Sunday Streets is partnering with Clement Street Farmers Market. Clement Street  Market will be spread out for four blocks - Arguello to 5th Avenue.  9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Information: sundaystreetssf.com/richmond-sunday-streets-october-27th

2nd Annual 20th Avenue Soap Box Derby!
When: October 27, 2013 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 20th Avenue between Wawona and Vicente Streets, San Francisco
What: Friends of Larsen Playground, Supervisor Katy Tang and Assessor Carmen Chu present the 2nd Annual 20th Avenue Soap Box Derby!  Food, fun, games, kid stuff.  This is a exhibition derby.  All cars are welcome, but they must have brakes.  Donations gratefully accepted.  All proceeds benefit the Larsen PlaygroundRebuild Project.  We're bringing a plane back to Larsen. 
Information: larsenparkjet.org

October 28, 2013 - Monday

Westside Democratic Club - Proposition A
When: October 28, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Station, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club - Supervisor Mark Farrell - Discussion on Proposition A.

October 30, 2013 - Wednesday

Social Security and the  LGBT   Community - Know Your Rights and Claim Your Money
When: October 30, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Refreshments and Reception
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. - Panel Discussion
Where: San Francisco LGBT Center, Ceremonial Room, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Social Security and the LGBT Community.  Know your rights and claim your money.  
Federal Social Security benefits are now available to married same-sex couples.
What the Windsor decision means for LGBT Social Security recipients.
Financial benefits that same-sex spouses, widows and their children can now access.
How to apply for benefits.
What the Social Security Administration is doing for couples who move to places that don't honor their marriage.
What happens to your Social Security disability benefits when you retire.
The National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare in partnership with Openhouse:
Moderator: Kate Kendell, Executive Director - National Center for Lesbian Rights
Remarks by: Dan Bernal, Chief of Staff, Office of Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi
Panelists include:
Grace Kim, Regional Commissioner
Max Richtman, President & CEO
Web Phillips, Senior Legislative Representative
Deb Kinney Esq.
 Andy Chu
Seth Kilbourn, Executive Director
Community Co-Sponsors: 
AIDS Legal Referral Panel, Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club, API Wellness Center, Black Coalition on AIDS, Community Living Campaign, Institute on Aging, LGBT Community Partnership, Lyon-Martin Health Services, Project Open Hand, San Francisco AIDS Foundation, Shanti, UCSF LGBT Resource Center, UCSF Alliance Health Project and Bay Times. 
Free of Charge but seating is limited.  Please RSVP by October 26th - openhouse-sf.org/ssforum 415-296-8995 ext 301

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