October 7, 2013 - Monday
LGBTQ Connect
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: AIDS Housing Alliance/SF, a program of the Q Foundation, is partnering with the Mayor's Office of HOPE and Project Homeless Connect to link members of the LGBTQ communities to needed services such as food, housing counseling, legal services, dental care, vision services, podiatry, DMV ID, free haircuts and much more.
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Youth Commission
When: October 7, 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 King, DeAsia Landrum, Michel Li, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Nicholas Persky, Luisa Siciros, Angel Van Stark, Eric Wu, Joyce Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org
The Fight for REAL Affordable Housing: A Town Hall Meeting
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco - Bayview Campus, 1800 Oakdale at Phelps, Alex Pritcher Room, San Francisco
What: The Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment (San Francisco ACCE): Our housing policy is broken. Join us as we discuss how to fight for housing that meets human need.
Information: calorganize.org
Special Town Hall with Congresswoman Jackie Speier
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: West Portal Playground Clubhouse, 131 Lenox between Ulloa and Taraval, San Francisco
What: Special Town Hall with Congresswoman Jackie Speier. Congresswoman Jackie Speier will take questions. All are welcome.
Sponsor: Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club
Co-Hosted by:
Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association
Greater West Portal Neighborhood Association (GWPNA)
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association
Sunset Community Democratic Club
Sunset Heights Association of Responsible People (SHARP)
Source: alicebtoklas.org
October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
Board of Supervisors
When: October 8, 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 8, 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 Unified School District
When: October 8, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
Board of Education: Rachel Norton, Sandra Lee Fewer, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Emily Murase, Jill Wynns
Community Meeting - Alliance for a Better District 6, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco and Tip Top Market
When: October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Alexander Resident, Multi-purpose room, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting to discuss neighborhood concerns, legislative and safety updates in District 6:
678 Geary Street Type 42 liquor license
San Francisco Department of Elections Presentation
Public Safety and Legislative Updates
Meeting Co-sponsored by Alliance for a Better District 6, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco and Tip Top Market.
Light refreshments and door prizes.
Information: 415-820-1560
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Harvey Milk PAC meeting:
Reconsideration of Prop. A Endorsement
Ban the Box (remove the box on job applications for past felonies)
No on B and C update
Information: milkclub.org
Central City Democrats Endorsement Meeting
When: October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, Community Room, San Francisco
What: Central City Democrats will do endorsements for the November 5th Election, Municipal Election.
Information: centralcitydemocrats@yahoo.com
October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Committee
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org
Police Commission
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org
San Francisco Transit Riders Union
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Sierra Club Office, 85 Second Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Transit Riders Union Mixer. SFTRU has had a great year. Come celebrate with us at our upcoming mixer. Enjoy food and drink, and mingle with the City's coolest transit activists. Everyone is welcome. Will also talk about our action plan for next year as well as our accomplishments over the last year, including:
Rallying members to support Van Ness BRT, through our petition and at public hearings.
Educating riders with transit forums, including on The Great Muni Overhaul, Better Market Street, and others.
Advocating for increasing Muni's funding through a vehicle license fee.
Information: info@sftru.org
African American HIstorical & Cultural Society
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art & Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: African American HIstorical & Cultural Society Community Meeting. Share a history of the African American/Black experience in San Francisco from the 1840's until present day. Document the experiences and memories of San Francisco residents. Include some of those stories in the Planning Department's African American Historic Context Statement.
Information: 415-467-4675
San Francisco Young Democrats - Affordable Care Act - Assemblyman Phil Ting
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, Audre Lorde Room, 2nd Floor, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on the imminent implementation of the Affordable Care Act and what it means for you. Assembly Phil Ting will be on hand to let us know more about the enrollment process.
Ariel Boone from the Young Invincibles (and Cal Dems Alum) will help explain the specifics of health care reform in California and how young people will benefit throughout the state.
Information: sfydpresident@gmail.com
Glen Park Association - Illustrated talk on the history of Glen Canyon
When: October 9 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: St. John's School, San Francisco
What: Neighborhood updates:
Supervisor Scott Wiener comments and Q&A
SFPD Ingleside Station report.
Status of Bosworth/Diamond intersection and other downtown Glen Park traffic improvement plans.
Program: Evelyn Rose - illustrated talk on Glen Canyon history - Park 2
Upper Noe Neighbors - 8 Washington Street Debate
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Rec Center, 295 Day Street, San Francisco
What: The 8 Washington Street debate (Props B&C). Presentations from both sides.
Information: uppernoeneighbors.com
October 10, 2013 - Thursday
Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Planning Commission
When: October 10, 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
Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Housing Authority
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco (Note: change of venue for meetings).
Authority: Joaquin Torres, Jaci Fong, Phil Arnold, Patricia Thomas, Ted Yamasaki
Information: sfha.org
Jobs with Justice - San Francisco's 3rd Anniversary Celebration
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Program
Where: ILWU Local 34, 801 2nd Street, San Francisco (next to Giants ballpark)
What: Jobs with Justice 3rd Anniversary Celebration. Bringing Solidarity and Power Together.
Honorees:
Ai-jen Poo and the California Domestic Workers Coalition
Assemblyman Tom Ammiano and the struggle to Save St. Luke's Hospital
Low Wage Workers Rising Movement
Sponsors: California Faculty Association - SF State University, National Union of Healthcare Workers, San Francisco Labor Council, IFPTE Local 21, AFT Local 2121, SEIU Local 1021, California Nurses Association, OPEIU Local 3, Unite Here Local 2, SEIU United Service Workers West, United Educators of San Francisco, Teamsters Local 853, OPEIU Local 3, UFCW Local 648, UFCW Local 5, CWA District 9, AFSCME Local 3299, Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment, Senior and Disability Action, Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, California Allianc of Retired Americans, Filipino American Development Foundation, Community Housing Partnership Filipino American Development Community Housing Partnership, Filipino Community Center, People Organizing to Demand Environmental and Economic Rights, Young Workers United, Mujeres Unidas y Activas, La Colective de Mujeres, Shoe Shine Wine, MacArthur Garage Brewery.
Tickets: $25. -- $100. sliding scale.
RSVP - event@jwjsf.org
Chinese American Democratic Club - General Meeting
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: CADC Democratic Club general meeting. CAA Community Room, 17 Walter Lum Place between Washington Street and Clay Street across from Plymouth Square Park.
October 12, 2013 - Saturday
Richmond District Democratic Club - No on B and C Canvass
When: October 12, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Argonne Playground, 18th Avenue and Geary, San Francisco
What: Richmond District Democratic Club is going door to door to talk to neighbors about why they support No on B and C.
Information: sfrddc@gmail.com
Celebrating Evelyn Wilson
When: October 12, 2013 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Celebrating Evelyn Wilson.
Our Mission No Eviction
When: October 12, 2013 - Saturday
2:00 p.m.
Where: Community march is planned along Calle 24. Gather in front of Brava Theater/Casa Sanchez. (between Hampshire Street and York Street).
What: Community march is planned along Calle 24. Gather in front of Brava Theaater/Casa Sanchez. March will go towards Mission Street followed by a rally. The goal is to bring attention and to create a voice to stop the evictions of residents and small businesses of the Mission by the rapid pace of gentrification.
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
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
October 16, 2013 - Wednesday
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
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
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.
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
Next calendar will be Monday, October 14th - deadline 10:00 a.m.
Please email events, comments or questions to sfpostnotes@gmail.com
Follow sanfranciscofyi.blogspot.com:
twitter.com/cheesedanish
facebook.com/lindapost
Important: Items change - please check before attending event for any changes.
LGBTQ Connect
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: AIDS Housing Alliance/SF, a program of the Q Foundation, is partnering with the Mayor's Office of HOPE and Project Homeless Connect to link members of the LGBTQ communities to needed services such as food, housing counseling, legal services, dental care, vision services, podiatry, DMV ID, free haircuts and much more.
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Youth Commission
When: October 7, 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 King, DeAsia Landrum, Michel Li, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Nicholas Persky, Luisa Siciros, Angel Van Stark, Eric Wu, Joyce Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org
The Fight for REAL Affordable Housing: A Town Hall Meeting
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco - Bayview Campus, 1800 Oakdale at Phelps, Alex Pritcher Room, San Francisco
What: The Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment (San Francisco ACCE): Our housing policy is broken. Join us as we discuss how to fight for housing that meets human need.
Information: calorganize.org
Special Town Hall with Congresswoman Jackie Speier
When: October 7, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: West Portal Playground Clubhouse, 131 Lenox between Ulloa and Taraval, San Francisco
What: Special Town Hall with Congresswoman Jackie Speier. Congresswoman Jackie Speier will take questions. All are welcome.
Sponsor: Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club
Co-Hosted by:
Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association
Greater West Portal Neighborhood Association (GWPNA)
Sunnyside Neighborhood Association
Sunset Community Democratic Club
Sunset Heights Association of Responsible People (SHARP)
Source: alicebtoklas.org
October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
Board of Supervisors
When: October 8, 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 8, 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 Unified School District
When: October 8, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
Board of Education: Rachel Norton, Sandra Lee Fewer, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Emily Murase, Jill Wynns
Community Meeting - Alliance for a Better District 6, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco and Tip Top Market
When: October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Alexander Resident, Multi-purpose room, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting to discuss neighborhood concerns, legislative and safety updates in District 6:
678 Geary Street Type 42 liquor license
San Francisco Department of Elections Presentation
Public Safety and Legislative Updates
Meeting Co-sponsored by Alliance for a Better District 6, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco and Tip Top Market.
Light refreshments and door prizes.
Information: 415-820-1560
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Harvey Milk PAC meeting:
Reconsideration of Prop. A Endorsement
Ban the Box (remove the box on job applications for past felonies)
No on B and C update
Information: milkclub.org
Central City Democrats Endorsement Meeting
When: October 8, 2013 - Tuesday
7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, Community Room, San Francisco
What: Central City Democrats will do endorsements for the November 5th Election, Municipal Election.
Information: centralcitydemocrats@yahoo.com
October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Committee
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org
Police Commission
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org
San Francisco Transit Riders Union
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Sierra Club Office, 85 Second Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Transit Riders Union Mixer. SFTRU has had a great year. Come celebrate with us at our upcoming mixer. Enjoy food and drink, and mingle with the City's coolest transit activists. Everyone is welcome. Will also talk about our action plan for next year as well as our accomplishments over the last year, including:
Rallying members to support Van Ness BRT, through our petition and at public hearings.
Educating riders with transit forums, including on The Great Muni Overhaul, Better Market Street, and others.
Advocating for increasing Muni's funding through a vehicle license fee.
Information: info@sftru.org
African American HIstorical & Cultural Society
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art & Cultural Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: African American HIstorical & Cultural Society Community Meeting. Share a history of the African American/Black experience in San Francisco from the 1840's until present day. Document the experiences and memories of San Francisco residents. Include some of those stories in the Planning Department's African American Historic Context Statement.
Information: 415-467-4675
San Francisco Young Democrats - Affordable Care Act - Assemblyman Phil Ting
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, Audre Lorde Room, 2nd Floor, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on the imminent implementation of the Affordable Care Act and what it means for you. Assembly Phil Ting will be on hand to let us know more about the enrollment process.
Ariel Boone from the Young Invincibles (and Cal Dems Alum) will help explain the specifics of health care reform in California and how young people will benefit throughout the state.
Information: sfydpresident@gmail.com
Glen Park Association - Illustrated talk on the history of Glen Canyon
When: October 9 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: St. John's School, San Francisco
What: Neighborhood updates:
Supervisor Scott Wiener comments and Q&A
SFPD Ingleside Station report.
Status of Bosworth/Diamond intersection and other downtown Glen Park traffic improvement plans.
Program: Evelyn Rose - illustrated talk on Glen Canyon history - Park 2
Upper Noe Neighbors - 8 Washington Street Debate
When: October 9, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Rec Center, 295 Day Street, San Francisco
What: The 8 Washington Street debate (Props B&C). Presentations from both sides.
Information: uppernoeneighbors.com
October 10, 2013 - Thursday
Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Planning Commission
When: October 10, 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
Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Housing Authority
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco (Note: change of venue for meetings).
Authority: Joaquin Torres, Jaci Fong, Phil Arnold, Patricia Thomas, Ted Yamasaki
Information: sfha.org
Jobs with Justice - San Francisco's 3rd Anniversary Celebration
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Program
Where: ILWU Local 34, 801 2nd Street, San Francisco (next to Giants ballpark)
What: Jobs with Justice 3rd Anniversary Celebration. Bringing Solidarity and Power Together.
Honorees:
Ai-jen Poo and the California Domestic Workers Coalition
Assemblyman Tom Ammiano and the struggle to Save St. Luke's Hospital
Low Wage Workers Rising Movement
Sponsors: California Faculty Association - SF State University, National Union of Healthcare Workers, San Francisco Labor Council, IFPTE Local 21, AFT Local 2121, SEIU Local 1021, California Nurses Association, OPEIU Local 3, Unite Here Local 2, SEIU United Service Workers West, United Educators of San Francisco, Teamsters Local 853, OPEIU Local 3, UFCW Local 648, UFCW Local 5, CWA District 9, AFSCME Local 3299, Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment, Senior and Disability Action, Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, California Allianc of Retired Americans, Filipino American Development Foundation, Community Housing Partnership Filipino American Development Community Housing Partnership, Filipino Community Center, People Organizing to Demand Environmental and Economic Rights, Young Workers United, Mujeres Unidas y Activas, La Colective de Mujeres, Shoe Shine Wine, MacArthur Garage Brewery.
Tickets: $25. -- $100. sliding scale.
RSVP - event@jwjsf.org
Chinese American Democratic Club - General Meeting
When: October 10, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: CADC Democratic Club general meeting. CAA Community Room, 17 Walter Lum Place between Washington Street and Clay Street across from Plymouth Square Park.
October 12, 2013 - Saturday
Richmond District Democratic Club - No on B and C Canvass
When: October 12, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Argonne Playground, 18th Avenue and Geary, San Francisco
What: Richmond District Democratic Club is going door to door to talk to neighbors about why they support No on B and C.
Information: sfrddc@gmail.com
Celebrating Evelyn Wilson
When: October 12, 2013 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Celebrating Evelyn Wilson.
Our Mission No Eviction
When: October 12, 2013 - Saturday
2:00 p.m.
Where: Community march is planned along Calle 24. Gather in front of Brava Theater/Casa Sanchez. (between Hampshire Street and York Street).
What: Community march is planned along Calle 24. Gather in front of Brava Theaater/Casa Sanchez. March will go towards Mission Street followed by a rally. The goal is to bring attention and to create a voice to stop the evictions of residents and small businesses of the Mission by the rapid pace of gentrification.
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
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
October 16, 2013 - Wednesday
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
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
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.
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
Next calendar will be Monday, October 14th - deadline 10:00 a.m.
Please email events, comments or questions to sfpostnotes@gmail.com
Follow sanfranciscofyi.blogspot.com:
twitter.com/cheesedanish
facebook.com/lindapost
Important: Items change - please check before attending event for any changes.
