Monday, December 2, 2013

San Francisco December Political Events


              Additions: *  Seven  new invites for this week.  See below






Picture taken at San Francisco Democratic Party fundraiser held Sunday "Celebrating the Past, Building Toward the Future". 
 Mary Jung - current DCCC Chair
 Jane Morrison - former DCCC chair,
Fiona Ma - candidate for Board of Equalization District 2
  Linda Post (me) - former DCCC chair
State Senator Mark Leno
Matthew Rothschild - former DCCC chair 
 Supervisor Scott Wiener - former DCCC chair.


December 2, 2013 - Monday

San Francisco Youth Commission
When: December 2, 2013 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Nicholas Persky, Michellke Kong, Joshua Cardenas, DeAsia Landrum, Angel Van Stark, Jina Bae, Anna Bernick, Sophie Edelhart, Monica Flores, Ramon Gomez, Michel Li, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Luisa Sicairos, Denesia Webb, Eric Wu, Joyce Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org

SPUR - Blueprinters, Greenways, and Streetscapes:  Recent Sunset District Planning Efforts
When: December 2, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Hear about recent Sunset District Planning efforts:
Supervisor Katy Tang 
Saed Toloui - San Francisco PUC
Meghan Tiernan - San Francisco Dept. of Public Works
Topics include Sunset Blueprint project, Sunset Blvd. Greenway project and Irving and Taraval Streetscape improvement project.
$10. Non-members
Informationspur.org

I-Hotel Housing Forum: Housing Resistance, Liberation and Solutions in 2013 and Beyond
When: December 2, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: I-Hotel Center, 868 Kearny Street, San Francisco
What: Manilatown Heritage Foundation is hosting a forum where different organizations, advocates, activists and community members search for possible legislative resolutions, advocate for community preservation and defense the housing crisis in San Francisco.
Panelists:
Gen Fujioka - Chinatown Community Development Center
Lisa Gray Garcia aka Tiny, Poor Magazine
Angelica Cabande, South of Market Community Action Network
Sponsors:   POOR Magazine, SF Housing Rights Committee, Bill Sorro Housing Program, South of Market Community Action Network, SF Tenants Union, I-Hotel Anti-Eviction Poets Hit Squad.
Information: manilatown.org

San Francisco LGBT Forum Meeting
When: December 2, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Cathay Post #384, 1524 Powell Street, San Francisco
What: Join the SFPD Chief's LGBT Community Advisory Forum to discuss matters of interest and concern to the LGBT community.  
Information: Forum Chair: Ken Craig KenCraig@CommunityPatrolUSA.org

San Francisco Young Democrats Winter Gala
When: December 2, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Novela, 662 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats Winter Gala.  
$20. members, $40. for new members includes membership to SFYD for a year.
 Information: Alex Mitra sfydpresident@gmail.com

December 3, 2013 - Tuesday 

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission
When: December 3, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information: sfmta.com

5th Annual Holiday Party
When: December 3, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Swig Bar, 561 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: 5th Annual Holiday Party.  Food, door prizes, Recognition Awards Ceremony.
North of Market Business Association's 2013 Businesses of the Year Award Honorees:
Cafe Mason
Central Towers Market
Colin Hussey Event Photography
Farmerbrown Restaurant
Lisa for Hair
Max Muscle on Polk
Monrach
UPS Store at Opera Plaza
North of Market Business Association's 2013 Community Impact Awardees:
De Marillac Academy
Optometrist jack Sinow, OD
Co-Sponsors:
Alliance for a Better District 6, Central City Democrats, Daldas Grocer, Dean Clark, Michael Nulty, North of Market Business Associations, Sam's Cable Car Lounge, Susan Bryan, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco, Tip Top Market, The Swig Bar
Holiday Party Organizing Committee: Susan Bryan, Dean Clark, Otto Duffy, Dennis Isner, Marvis Phillips, Nulty Twins

Shamann Walton for School Board
When: December 3, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Double Play Bar and Grill, 2401 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Shamann Walton for School Board.   Fundraiser to kickoff Shamann Walton's campaign for San Francisco Board of Education.

Transit Effectiveness Project - Information Public Hearing
When: December 3, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Transit Division of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency is holding an information public hearing to provide information about the proposals of the Transit Effectiveness Project (TEP).
Information: tep@sfmta.com

Sunday Streets Mission Community Meeting
When: December 3, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Buena Vista Horace Mann, auditorium,  3351 23rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Sunday Streets is hosting a community meeting in the Mission  to discuss the 2014 Sunday Streets in the Mission.  
 Information: sundaystreetssf.com

December 4, 2013 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org

Hearing on Funding the SF Bicycle Strategy
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Hearing for a discussion of what is possible and share your stories about the need for more bike infrastructure to make San Francisco safer for everyone.
Information: Peter.Laterborn@sfgov.org

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Architectural Review Committee
Commissioners: Aaron Hyland, Jonathan Pearlman, Andrew Wolfram, Karl Hasz
Information: sf-planning.org

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
 12:30 p.m. 
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Karl Hasz, Andrew Wolfram, Aaron Hyland, Ellen Johnck, Richard S. E. Johns, Diane Matsuda, Jonathan Pearlman
Informationsf-planning.org

Sunshine Ordinance Task Force City and County of San Francisco Agenda
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Task Force: Richard Knee, Kitt Grant, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, David Sims, Todd David, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Bruce Oka, Angela Calvillo - Ex-officio
Information: sfbos.org


Green Connections - Final Open House
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Center, Rainbow Room, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Open house for Green Connections featuring the final Green Connections plan. 
Informationgreenconnections.sfplanning.org

*Eviction Free San Francisco General Meeting
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: 417 South Van Ness Street, San Francisco
What: Eviction Free San Francisco - first general meeting of December.  Will be mapping out this month's actions, while discussing happenings in the broader tenants' movement.  On going members are encouraged to bring a friends, and send suggested agenda items to info@evictionfreeSF.org.
New member orientation at 5:30 p.m.


Dem Clubs - Celebrate the Holidays
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Cantina, 580 Sutter Street, San Francisco
What: Join the District 3 Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club, District 2 Democratic Club, District 5 Democratic Club, Filipino American Democratic Club of San Francisco, Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club, Richmond District Democratic Club and San Francisco Democratic Women in Action for a Holiday Party.  Come celebrate the holidays with Dems from across the City.
Source: District 3 Democratic Club - d3dc@hotmail.com

Raoul Wallenberg  Jewish Democratic Club - 2013 Hanukkah Party
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Cantina, 580 Sutter, San Francisco
What: Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club Annual Hanukkah Party.  Great chance to socialize, eat and celebrate the Hanukkah holiday.  $30 non-members. - includes one year membership.  
Informationwallenbergdems.com

Glide Annual Holiday Festival
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. Arrivals
7:00 p.m. Concerts
Where: San Francisco War Memorial Opera House, San Francisco
What:  Celebrate  50 - Glide Annual Holiday Festival Celebration.  Honoring  Co-FoundersCecil Williams and Janice Mirikitani's 50 years at Glide.  A concert benefitting Mo's Kitchen and GLIDE programs.
Included in the line-up will be Dr. Maya Angelou, Valerie Simpson, Judith Hill San Jose Taiko and Tom Johnston of the Doobie Brothers.  
Co-Chairs: Dr. Maya Angelou, Pam and Larry Baer, Richard Blum, Senator Dianne Feinstein, Robin Williams
Mistress of Ceremonies - Renel Brooks-Moon
  Ticketssfopera.com
Information: glide.org

Boeddeker Park Community Meeting
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Tenderloin Recreation Center, 570 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Boeddeker Park Community Meeting.  Join Supervisor Jane Kim, San Francisco Rec and Park, The Trust for Public Land and the Friends of Boeddeker Park.  Would like to hear from district residents about the programs and activities that they want to see at the new Boeddeker Park.
Informationtpl.org/boeddeker-park-under-construction

San Francisco Arts Commission Town Hall Meeting
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: SF Main Library, Koret Auditorum, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Arts Commission - Town Hall Meeting.  Your chance to learn about the SFAC's plans for the fture.  
Information: kate.patterson@sfgov.org

*Our Richmond No Eviction Town Hall Meeting
When: December 4, 2013, Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond Rec, 251 18th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Our Richmond No Eviction: Town Hall Meeting.  Town Hall Meeting.
Featuring Supervisor Eric Mar.
Join other San Franciscans    to hear about strategies to fix the  affordable housing crisis.
Sponsors: SF Alliance of Californians for Community Empowerment (ACCE), Housing Rights Committee and Senior & Disability Action.
Information: sfacce@calorganize.org


Friends of Larkin Street- 4th Annual Holiday Ice Skating Party
When: December 4, 2013 - Wednesday
8:00 p.m.
Where: Justin Herman Plaza, The Embarcadero, San Francisco
What:  Friends of Larkin Street 4th Annual Holiday Ice Skating Party.  Admission includes snacks, a cash bar, music and ice skating.
Co-Sponsors: Michelle Pampin, Dana Hermansen, Conor Famulener, Cara Mia Quibell, Kathy Nita, Marie Carr, Aaron Schwartz, Callum Hutchins, Rob Bailey, Avital Ungar, Will Fitzpatrick, Gary Wells, Julie Metzger
Ticket: $50.
Ticketseventbrite.com/event/8456745353

December 5, 2013 -  Thursday

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org


* Date Change  San Francisco Sheriff's Department Project CHEER Toy Drive Kickoff
Change When:* Date Change   to December 12th
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: SFSD Women's Resource Center, 930 Bryant Street, San  Francisco
What: Project Cheer Toy Drive Kickoff. Please join us for some holiday cheer and bring an unwrapped children's toy or gift card.  Cheer San Francisco Cheerleaders and San Francisco Sheriff's Department Deputies will collect your donations to benefit children and families impacted by incarceration.

San Francisco Planning Commission
When: December 5, 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

Rules Committee
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Norman Yee, London Breed, Malia Cohen
Information: sfbos.org

Youth Town Hall
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday
4:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: St Mary's Cathedral Events Center, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Wiki for the Our Children, Our City Stakeholder Engagement Process, a project of Community Initiatives.  Youth Town Hall. Are you a young person in San Francisco with opinions on how to improve your school and community.  We want to hear from you.  Mayor Ed Lee, San Francisco Unified School District Superinendent Richard Carranza and senior leaders from the City and SFUSD invite youth to share their opinions and ideas.  Come early for food and a chance to win prizes.
Information: ourchildren-ourcity.wikispaces.com

*84th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at McLaren Lodge
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: McLaren Lodge in Golden Gate Park, 501 Stanyan, San Francisco
What: 84th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting at  McLaren  Lodge.  Small rides for children, live entertainment, a cookie factory, arts and crafts and a vist from Santa. Free
Information: sfrecpart.org

San Francisco Tomorrow - Holiday Party and Buffet Dinner 
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Holiday Party - San Francisco Tomorrow
SFT Holiday Patrons: Tom Ammiano, William H. Barnaby, Jan Blum, Sue Bushnell, Claire Carlevaro, Bernard Choden and Lois Scott, Eddie Chin, Jennifer Clary, Denise D'Anne, James and Louise Frankel, Aaron and Martina Goodman, Milo Hanke, Joann Hendricks, Brenda Jeffers, Andreas Katz, Eileen Kivlehan, James and Ella Mae Lew, Esther Marks, Jane Morrison, Mary Anne Miller and James Suekama, Amy Quirk, Adam Scow, Jake Sigg, Stephen Williams, Howard Wong
SponsorsBruce Balshone, Carol Bass, Lucian Blazej, Jean and Bruce Brugmann, Sue Cauthen, Arthur Chang, Steve and Martina Chapman, Thomas and Caroline Crawford, Christopher Cook, Dorothy Dana, Joni Eisen, Arthur Feinstein, Milo Hanke, Edward Helfeld, Gerald Hurtado, Nora Lapin, Robert and Beatrice Laws, Charlotte Maeck, Glenn Rogers, Marie Utzig, Edward Van Egri, Joan J. Wood, Robert Wrisley, Claire Zvanski
Tickets: $35., $45. $50. 
RSVP 564-1482

San Francisco Coalition for Responsible Growth
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Event center, St Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street and Geary, San Francisco
What: Coalition for Responsible Growth Holiday Party.  
Special Guests: Supervisors London Breed, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee, Chief of Police Greg Suhr and District Attorney George Gascon
Special address from CRG President: Rodrigo Santos
Hor  d'oeuvres - refreshments, music
RSVP 415-648-1200
Information: sfcrg.com

Noe Valley Democratic Club, San Francisco for Democracy and Upper Noe Neighbors 
Dr. Arthur Tyler - new Chancellor of City College of  San Francisco
When: December 5, 2013 - Thursday 
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philip Church, l725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
WhatNoe Valley Democratic Club, San Francisco for Democracy and the Upper Noe Neighbors invite you meet the new Chancellor of City College of San Francisco - Dr. Arthur Tyler.  Dr. Tyler will speak followed by a Question and Answer Session.
Information: Molly Fleischman molly@ffrsf.com

December 6, 2013 - Friday

*2013 Excelsior Art Walk and Open House
When: December 6, 2013 - Friday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 2013 Excelsior Art Walk and Open House along Mission Street from San Juan to Onondaga, with the main stage at Unique Auto Body Shop at Persia Triangle.  Music, tree, kids' activities and a visit from Santa.  
Information: Gwynn Mackellen gmackellen@eagsf.org

December 7, 2013 - Saturday

*Democratic Women's Forum of San Francisco Holiday Party
When: December 7, 2013 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Home of Angela Alioto, 2606 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco
What: Democratic Women's Forum of San Francisco Annual Holiday Party. This year the event will benefit the Mary Elizabeth Inn, a local non-profit organization providing safe
housing and crucial services to women in need.
$20. per member $15. for Seniors or $25. for a guest.
Information: kHickox@gmail.com

*Filipino American Democratic Club - Holiday Party
When: December 7, 2013 - Saturday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: SB40, Pier 40 at the Embarcadero, San Francisco
What: Filipino American Democratic Club - Holiday Party
Source: Facebook

*Precita Eyes Friday Night Holiday Social and Benefit
When: December 7, 2013 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Precita Eyes Mural Arts and Visitors Center, 2981 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Precita Eyes Muralists Holiday Social and Benefit - in partnership with MAPP (Mission Arts and Performance Project) featuring live music, interactive arts, artist craft booths, participatory mural painting, no-host baar and light refreshments.  Enljoy great music and support Precita Eyes Cultural Programs.  
Information: Elaine Chu elaine@precitaeyes.org


December 8, 2013 - Sunday

ACLU of Northern California's Bill of Rights Day Celebration 2013
When: December 8, 2013 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. - Doors open
2:00 p.m. - Ceremony
followed by hearty appetizer and open bar reception at Paragon Restaurant, 701 Second Street, San Francisco
Where: ILWU 34 Union Hall, 801 Second Street, San Francisco
What: ACLU of Northern California's Bill of Rights Day Celebration 2013.
Honoring:
Justice Carlos Moreno - for his commitment to justice and his leadership in expanding civil liberties as Associate Justice of the California Supreme Court.
Nancy Pemberton - three decades of dedicated leadership at ACLU and a lifetime of civil rights achievements.
Admission - sliding scale - $10. to $25. 
Information: tdarcangelew@aclunc.org  aclunc.org

December 9, 2013 - Monday

Day of Action - Reclaim the Promise
When: December 9, 2013 - Monday
4:30 p.m. - gather at 9th and Market
5:00 p.m. - Kickoff - 
5:30 p.m. - Rally - 865 Market, San Francisco
What: Day of Action to Reclaim the Promise.  Refund public education and invest in our City College. Stop displacement and create affordable housing.  
Sponsors include AFT 2121, CAASF.org, Jobs for Justice, Senior & Disability Action, SFACCE Action, San Francisco Labor Council, SFOP, SOMCAN, United Educators of San Francisco, We Are All City College, Eviction Free San Francisco
Information: closethesfgap@gmail.com

FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco Holiday Party
When: December 9, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Credo Restaurant, 360 Pine Street, San Francisco
What: FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Holiday Party. Kick off the holiday season.
At the event the FDR Democratic Club will present the inaugural August J. P. Longo Award for Leadership to Mary Jung, Chair of the  San Francisco Democratic Party.  The August J. P. Longo Award recognizes an outstanding leader who has demonstrated a commitment to advancing the causes of seniors and people with disabilities.  Mary Jung is a longtime member of the FDR Dems and has supported our communities throughout her career.
Friends:  David Chiu, Fiona Ma, F.X. Crowley Company, Firefighters Local 798, UA Local 38, San Francisco Association of Realtors
Supporters: Katy Tang, Jose Cisneros
Sponsors: Alex Rooker - Vice Chair, California Democratic Party, Scott Wiener, CWA Local 9410, Miriam Saez, TIDA Director of Operations, Jay Wallace
Donation:  $50.  Hors d'oeuvres and hosted bee and wine.
Tickets:   Purchase your tickets early. Please note:  Due to an arrangement with the venue, no tickets will be sold at the door.  eventbrite.com/e/fdr-democratic-club-of-san-francisco-holiday-party-tickets-9412522107@aff=efbevent
Information: FDRDems@gmail.com

Ugly Sweater Holiday Party in Support of David Chiu
When: December 9, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Lush Lounge, 1221 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Ugly Sweater Holiday Party in Support of David Chiu for Assembly.  Dust off your favorite holiday outfit  for festive beverages and merry times!
 Hosts: Amy Chan, Ramie Dare, Bert Hill, Mike Kim, Nancy Ko, Lizzie LaFerriere, Derek Lee, Keesa O'Campo, Leah Pimentel, Judson True, Pat  Valentino  and Phil Zackler.
Tickets: $20.  
Purchase Tickets: chiuassembly.ngpvanhost.com

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association - Public Meeting
When: December 9, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: CPMC/Davies Hospital Gazebo Room (outside, ground-level entrance from plaza between North and South Towers, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.  Items from agenda:
Office of Supervisor Scott Wiener
Retail  strategy
Development update
Kit Hodge: Bike  Share in Duboce Triangle
Friends of Urban Forest rep. Jim DeGolia and Supervisor Scott Weiner: Update on Street Trees
Board Elections
Information: dtna.org

December 11, 2013 - Wednesday

Supervisor Malia Cohen's Birthday Celebration
When: December 11, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Dogpatch WineWorks, 2455 3rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Mayor Ed Lee in Celebrating Supervisor Malia Cohen's Birthday and supporting her re-election as Supervisor in District 10.  
Sponsors: Mayor Ed Lee, Leona Bridges, Oz Erickson, Ted Fang, Cindy Testa McCullagh, Nnena Ukuku, Tyra Fennell, Bruce Kin Huie, Thedore Palmer, Siavash Tahbazof, Kitt Grant, Jo Elias-Jackson, Michael Covarrubias, Fiona Ma, Larry Nibbi, Bob Nibbi, Marcus Young, Hala Hijazi, Andrea Baker, Sharmin Bock, Mark Cavagnero, Mari Garza-Bird, Amy Lee, Bob Morales, Latanya and John Hilton, Dr. Rev. Joseph Bryant, John Burton, Larry Mazzola, U.A. Local 38, Michael Dunchen, Joe Marshall
Musical performance by oMega LIVE
RSVP: info@electmalia.org
 Donatioin  $100.,  Young Professional/Senior/Disabled $36.
Ticketssecure.actblue.com/page/cohenbday13

Westside Democratic Club - Holiday Gathering
When: December 11, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Parkside Tavern, 1940 Taraval Street, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club - Holiday Gathering.  You can talk politics at our holiday party!  In Fact, We Encourage it!
$10. per person includes two beverages, selection of appetizers and compelling conversation
RSVP: nancy@fxcrowley.com

San Francisco League of Pissed Off Voter's Holiday Party
When: December 11, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: The Hot Spot, 1414 Market Street, San Francisco
What: SF League of Pissed Off Voter's Holiday Party.  Toast to 2013, and that about what fund 2014 may bring.  Come have a few drinks with the League, bring a friend…the more the merrier!

December 12, 2013 - Thursday

* San Francisco Sheriff's Department Project CHEER Toy Drive Kickoff
When:* Date Change   to December 12th
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: SFSD Women's Resource Center, 930 Bryant Street, San  Francisco
What: Project Cheer Toy Drive Kickoff. Please join us for some holiday cheer and bring an unwrapped children's toy or gift card.  Cheer San Francisco Cheerleaders and San Francisco Sheriff's Department Deputies will collect your donations to benefit children and families impacted by incarceration.

Eric Quezada PRESENTE!
When: December 12, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Neighborhood Centers, Inc., 362 Capp Street, San Francisco
What: Friends of Eric Quezada and the Center for Political Education invite you to a community celebration of Eric's life on the occasion of his 48th birthday and the 15th anniversary of The Center for Political Education.
Celebrate Eric's contributions to SF-based struggles for social and economic justice, which continue to resonate.
Speakers, Music, light refreshments  provided by Sun Rise Restaurant
Left Memorabilia Auction
Admission: $5. to $20. sliding scale.  Proceeds benefit The Center for Political Education
Information: center@politicaleducation.org

Chinese American Democratic Club Holiday Party
When: December 12, 2013 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Cosmos Bar and Lounge, 440 Broadway Street, San Francisco
What: Chinese American Democratic Club Holiday Party.  Meet with old friends and new friends.  No host bar.  Enjoy some delicious food and have fun.
Please bring a gift for the gift exchange worth $5.-$20.
RSVP:  Ron Lee rlee288@aol.com

December 13, 2013 - Friday

Anniversary of Newtown tragedy
When: December 13, 2013 - Friday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Steps of City Hall.
What: Anniversary of Newtown tragedy.  Join Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisors David Campos, Eric Mar, John Avalos, Malia Cohen, London Breed, Jane Kim, Brady Campaign, Moms Demand, SF Committee to End Gun Violence to commemorate the gun violence in Connecticut.  We must do more to protect our kids and to ensure that gun violence ends!

December 14, 2013 -  Saturday

Potrero Boosters, Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Holiday Party
When: December 14, 2013 -  Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: CCA Wattis Institute for Contemporary Arts, 360 Kansas, San Francisco
What: Holiday Party co-hosted by Potrero Boosters and Potrero Hill Democratic Club.
Informationphdemclub.org

Chinese American Democratic Club -  Annual Holiday Party
When: December 14, 2013 -  Saturday
Where: Cosmos Bar & Lounge, 440 Broadway, San Francisco
What: CADC  Holiday Party.   Members free. All others - donation or enroll as member. 

December 18, 2013 - Wednesday

Tenderloin Futures Collaborative Community Meeting
When: December 18, 2013 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m. 
Where: Tenderloin Police Station Community Room,  301 Eddy Street, San Francisco 
What: Tenderloin Futures Collaborative Community Meeting.  Presentations on issues of interest to neighborhood residents, nonprofits and businesses.
Agenda items include:
65 Taylor Street, Type 75 Brew Pub LIquor License
Geary BRT
SFMTA about the purpose improvements on 6th Street.

December 19, 2013 - Thursday

Irish American Democratic Club - Holiday Party
When: December 19, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Irish American American Democratic Club Holiday Party.  Hot and cold hors D'oeuvres.  No-host bar.
$10 donation or  $15. with 2014 membership.
Information: Patty Moran 415-861-2378



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