Monday, February 24, 2014

San Francisco Political Events - (revision)

 Important!
Revision:
Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association Community Meeting - February 27, 2014
David Chiu for Assembly Campaign Office Grand Opening - March 1, 2014
Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Committee - March 3, 2014


FDR Dems Pedestrian Safety Forum:

February 27, 2014 - Thursday - 6:00 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco

Join us for a conversation about pedestrian safety for seniors and people with disabilities.

Supervisor Jane Kim will be attending.  Invited guests include State Senator Mark Leno, Supervisor David Chiu,   and representatives from:

SF Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
Senior and Disability Action 
California Alliance for Retired Americans
Walk SF
SF Police Department 
SF Municipal Transportation Agency 

Light refreshments served.

If you require accommodations to participate, please email fdrdems@gmail.com at least 72 hours prior to the event.

Information: fdrdems@gmail.com

February 24, 2014 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: February 24, 2014 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, Malia Cohen
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Ethics Commission
When: February 24, 2014 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commission:  Brett Andrews, Beverly Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Peter  Keane, Paul Renne
Information: sfethics.org


SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Routes 10, 12, 22, 27, 33
When:  February 24, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Mission Recreation Center, 2450 Harrison Street, San Francisco
What:  Public outreach regarding Routes 10, 12, 22, 27, 33
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com


Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - SF Waterfront
When: February 24, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Street, Room 209, San Francisco
What: Join the Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club to hear former San Francisco Mayor Art Agnos and Honorable Quentin Kopp discuss San Francisco Waterfront.
SFPUC will make a presentation take questions on proposed rate hikes being considered in April.  They will also be on hand to answer questions about the drought and provide tips for conversation.
Informationwallenbergdems.com


February 25, 2014 - Tuesday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: February 25, 2014 - 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

San Francisco Port Commission
When: February 25, 2014 - Tuesday
3:15 p.m.
Where: Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners: Leslie Katz, Willie Adams, Kimberly Brandon, Mel Murphy, Doreen Woo Ho
Information: sf-port.org


Parks Alliance - Annual Public Meeting
When: February 25, 2014 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: South Beach Harbor Community Room, The Embarcadero at Pier 40, San Francisco
WhatParks Alliance Annual Public Meeting.  Presentation on the various projects  they are engaged in, the work with the Recreation and Parks Department on implementing park and playground improvements authorized by the 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks bond, Blue Greenway.  
RSVP: Kaitlin Fitzmahan kaitlin@sfparksalliance.org.

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Routes 17, 18, 28, 28L, 36, 43
When:  February  25, 2014 - Tuesday 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:   San Francisco State University, Seven Hills Conference Center, 800 Font Blvd, San Francisco 
What:  Public outreach regarding  Routes 17, 18, 28, 28L, 36, 43
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com


Tech Workers Against Displacement Happy Hour
When: February 25, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  The Liberties Bar, 998 Guerrero Street, San Francisco
What: Come join Tech Workers for an informal happy hour with housing rights activists and Supervisor David Campos.  The goal of this event is to create an open discussion on how improved communication can affect reforms needed to stop involuntary displacements of long term San Franciscans and ensure sustainable, cohesive and diverse communities.
Source: Facebook

February 26, 2014 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org


 Just Jobs!  First Annual Employment Fair and Economic Justice Convening
When: February 26, 2014  - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.  to 5:00  p.m.  
Where: California State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What:    Community Housing Partnership and Assemblymember Tom Ammiano present Just Jobs!  Employment Fair and Economic Justice Convening. 
Bring your resume and dress to impress.  Confirmed employers and training resources:
Community Housing Partnership, Citybuild/Labor and Community Studies Department of CCSF, Jobs Now! Market Street Ambassador Program, Michael  Transportation, Positive Resource Center, Healthcare Academy, Mission Hiring Hall, Solutions SF, Work It!
Trans Employment Program

Commission on the Status of Women - Commission Meeting
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
4:00 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

Community Housing Project - Happy Hour Fundraiser
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Audio San Francisco, 316 11th Street, San Francisco
What: Community Housing Partnership Happy Hour Fundraiser.  Enjoy drinkers, appetizers and networking all while supporting Community Housing Partnership, an organization that helps homeless people secure housing and become self-sufficient.  
Tickets: $25.  eventbrite.com
Information: chp-sf.org

Irving Streetscape Project - Final Community Input
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Hardwear Store, 2401 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: Irving Streetscape Project - Final Community Input.
Information: Meghan Tierman Meghan.tiernan@sfdpw.org

San Francisco Police Commission
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: (note vendue) Park District, Grattan Elementary School, 265 Grattan Street, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information:  sanfranciscopolice.org

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project - Routes 10, 12, 22, 27, 33
When:  February 26, 2014 - Wednesday 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:    Bayanihan Community Center, 1010 Mission Street, San Francisco 
What:  Public outreach regarding Routes 10, 12, 22, 27, 33
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com

San Francisco Planning Department -  - Invest In Neighborhoods - Lombard Street
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Moscone Recreation Center, 1800 Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What:    Invest in Lombard Street.  Join Supervisor Mark Farrell and City Staff to explore opportunities for Lombard Street : transportation improvements, upcoming City projects and opportunities to shape the future of the neighborhood.  
Information: 
San Francisco Planning Department - Menaka Mohan -   menaka.mohan@sfgov.org
Office of Economic and  Workforce  Development -  Diana Ponce De Leon diana.poncedelon@sfgov.org
Mark Farrell's office - Catherine Stefani - Legislative Aide catherine.stefani@sfgov.org

San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
6:15 p.m. - Issue Committee
7:00 p.m.
Where: Milton Marks Auditorium, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
Members of 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, Leslie Katz, Hene Kelly, Meagan Levitan, Rafael Mandelman, Eric Mar, Trevor McNeill, Carole Migden, Leah Pimentel, Alix Rosenthal, Arlo Hale Smith, Scott Wiener
Ex-Oficio Members: Dianne Feinstein, Nancy Pelosi, Jackie Speier, Kamala Harris, Leland Yee, Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, Phil Ting
Information: sfdemocrats.org


Franklin Square Community Meeting
When:  February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Sports Basement Bryant Street, 1590 Bryant Street, 5th Floor, Grotto Room, San Francisco
What:  Join the Friend of Franklin Square to help improve their local park.  They need your ideas and input to update the master plan and help seek grant money to improve the park.
Source:  Eventbrite. 

February 27, 2014 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: London Breed, Katy Tang, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Cindy Wu, Rodney Fong, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden,  Rich  Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

City and School District Select Committee
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
3:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Jane Kim, John Avalos, Mark Farrell
Commissioners: Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Sandra Lee Fewer, Jill  Wynns
Information: sfbos.org

District Attorney George Gascon - State of Public Safety Address
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Hall of Justice, 6th Floor Auditorium, 850 Bryant Street, San Francisco
What: Join District Attorney George Gascon for his State of Public Safety Address. The time has come to think critically about what it takes to have a modern justice system that's fit for the 21st century.
An Open House will be held at the District Attorney's Office on the 3rd floor immediately afterwards.
RSVP  Robyn Burke robyn.burke@sfgov.org

San Francisco Housing Authority
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Authority: Joaquin Torres, Jaci Fong, Phil Arnold, Leroy Lindo, Patricia Thomas, Ted Yamasaki
Information: sfha.org


FDR Dems Pedestrian Safety Forum
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
WhatFDR Dems Pedestrian Safety Forum.  Join FDR Dems for a conversation about pedestrian safety for seniors and people with disabilities.
Supervisor Jane Kim will be attending. 
Invited guests include State Senator Mark Leno, Supervisor David Chiu and representatives from:
SF Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
Senior and Disability Action
California Alliance for Retired Americans
Walk SF
SF Police Department
SF Municipal Transportation Agency.
If you require accommodations to participate, please email fdrdems@gmail.com at least 72 hours prior to event
Information: fdrdems@gmail.com

Vested for David Campos
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: SF Eagle, 398 12th Street, San Francisco
What: Vested for David Campos.  Fundraiser at the Eagle for David Campos, candidate for California Sate Assembly in District 17. Full of drag, drinks, music and auction. 
Hosts: Gary Virginia, Anna Conda, Donna Sachet, Sf-Eagle, Lenny Broberg, Liza Sibley
Suggested donation: $25.
Information: Tanner Burke - tanner@davidcampossf.com

Greening of Guerrero Boulevard - Public Meeting
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Valencia Gardens Community Room, 390 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Public meeting to discuss greening of Guerrero Blvd.  Representatives from DPW and the San Jose/Guerrero Coalition will be present to explain the history behind the existing median greening and coordinate a discussion on options for the process moving forward.  Goals of the meeting will be to establish a partnership with the City, and to coordinate neighborhood representatives from each of the "ungreened" blocks of Guerrero.
Source: Leaflet found in doorway.


San Francisco Planning Department - Haight Ashbury Public Realm Plan
When:  February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  The Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Planning Department - Haight Ashbury Public Realm Plan.  Public workshop to discuss public realm proposals. 
Information: Alexis Smith alexis.smith@sfgov.org

A Benefit for the new North Beach Library
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Chinese Historical Society of America Museum, 965 Clay Street, San Francisco.
What: A Benefit for the New North Beach Library.  Join neighbors and friends for cocktails and appetizers.  $60. at door.
Honorary Co-Chairs Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisor David Chiu, Gordon Chin
Event Co-Chairs: Sue Lee, Phil Chin, Tan Chow, Julie Christensen
Specials HostsLonnie Chin, Norman Fong, Allan Low, Fred  Lau
Honorary HostsAlessandro Baccari, Patsy Chan, Claudine Cheng, Anni Chung, Irene Collier, Teresa Dal Santo, Fay Darmawi, Rodney Fong, Anne Fung, Jewelle Gomez, Stephanie Greenburg, Terry Grenchik, Maud Hallin, Pia Hinckle, Lizzy Hirsch, Kennith Lee, Kari Lee, May Leong, Martha Mahony, Yasmine Mehmet, Denise McCarthy, Michael  Nguyen, Teresa Ono, Lorna Randlett, Paul Scott, Jeff Sternberg, Sarah Wan, Tony Wessling, Jane Winslow, Cindy Wu
Websiteact.friendssfpl.org 

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Routes 28, 28L, 43
When:  February 27, 2014 -  Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:   Ingleside Police Station, 1 Sgt. John V Young Lane
What:  Public outreach regarding Routes  28, 28L, 43
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com

District 3 Democratic Club - Election of Officers
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: District 3 Democratic Club - Election of Officers.  
Information:  d3dc.net

Randall Museum Renovation Project - Public Meeting
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Randall Museum Theater, 199 Museum Way, San Francisco
What: Public meeting on Randall Museum Renovation Project.  
Information: Matt Jasmin matt.jasmin@sfgov.org

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Community Meeting
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Hayes Valley Playground Clubhouse, Corner of Hayes and Buchanan Street, San Francisco.
What: Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Community Meeting.
2014 HVNA Board Election.
Quality of Life in Hayes Valley - Join Board Members, staff of City agencies and community organizations, and fellow neighbors in small, table-group discussions focussing on issues affecting the quality of lives in Hayes Valley. The focus of discussion will be on solutions and  opportunities for everyone to work together.
Topics:
Parks and Greening
Property Crime
New Development Issues including a new affordable grocery store.
Traffic:  Pedestrians, Bicyclists, Auto
The Arts in Hayes Valley
Small Business in Hayes Valley
Information: Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association: mail@hayesvalleysf.org

On the Waterfront? Warriors by the Bay? - Art Agnos
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Society, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Come hear former Mayor Art Agnos speak about proposed Golden State Warriors entertainment complex.  
Source: Facebook

South Beach  Democratic Club - Waterfront Protection Initiative
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: South Beach Harbor Community Room (between Pier 40 and AT&T Park), San Francisco
What: South Beach Democratic Club - Debate on the Waterfront Height Limit Right To Vote Act that will require voter approval for proposals to increase existing waterfront height limits. This initiative will be on the June Ballot.
Jon Golinger will be presenting information in support of the Ballot Measure.
Corinne Wood will be presenting information opposing the Ballot Measure.
Information: southbeachdems.com

February 28, 2014 - Friday

Local Agency Formation Commission
When: February 28, 2014 - Friday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Commissioners: London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Eric Mar, Hope Schmeltzer, Leah Pimentel
Information: sfbos.org

 March 1, 2014 - Saturday

Dolores Park Ground Breaking Ceremony
When: March 1, 2014 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Dolores Park, San Francisco
What:  Come celebrate the start of the Dolores Park renovations with city officials, neighbors and park advocates.

2014 San Francisco History Expo
When: March 1, 2014 - Saturday
            11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
            March 2, 2014 - Sunday
            11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Museum and History, The Old Mint, 88 Fifth Street, San Francisco
What: Fourth Annual History Expo at the San Francisco Mint.  30 exhibitors, including local groups that focus on neighborhoods, genealogy, city history, walking tours, transportation.  
Historical presentations will be held throughout the weekend on the downstairs  vault  level.
Admission: $5.00
Informationsfhistoryexpo.org

David Chiu for Assembly Campaign Office Grand Opening
When: March 1, 2014 - Saturday
Noon
Where: David Chiu for Assembly 2014 Campaign Office, 549 Castro Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor David Chiu to celebrate the grand opening of his 17th Assembly District Campaign office.  (between 18th and 19th Street).
RSVP: chiuassembly.ngpvanhost.com/form2928465657697665024
Information:  Field Director Jackie Omotalade 415-779-6566

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Route 8X, 11, 27, 47, 76
When:   March 1, 2014 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. 
Where:   Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco 
What:  Public outreach regarding Routes  8X, 11, 27, 47, 76
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com

March 2, 2014 - Sunday

Lost and Found: Searching for LGBT Historic Sites in San Francisco
When: March 2, 2014 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: part of  2014 San Francisco History Expo, 88 Fifth Street, San Francisco  
What: Illustrated talk by historians Donna Graves and Gerard Koskovich will offer a look at queer historic places that San Francisco has lost and will discuss the ways a new City-funded study co-sponsored by the GLBT Historical Society will help identify and interpret the numerous sites of LGBT history that still exist.  Following the talks members of the public will be invited to share their members of GLBT sites in the City that have been meaningful to them. 
Information:  sfhistoryexpo.org

March 3, 2014 - Monday

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Route 35, 48 
When:   March 3, 2014 - Monday 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:   LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco 
What:  Public outreach regarding  Route 35, 48
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com

Freedom Rider Diary  - Carol Ruth Silver
When: March 3, 2014 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Books Inc., Opera Plaza, 601 Van Ness, San Francisco
What:  Carol Ruth Silver (three term former San Francisco Supervisor) will discuss her new book "Freedom Rider Diary: Smuggled Notes from Parchman Prison" Carol Ruth Silver was arrested as a Freedom Rider in 1961 and spent the next 40 days in Mississippi jail cells.
Information:  freedomriderfoundation.org

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Meeting
When: March 3, 2014 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What: Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Meeting:
San Francisco Fire Department.  Deputy Ray Guzman and Assisant Deputy Chief Michie Wong (the SF Fire Marshall) will discuss fire safety tips for the home and apartment.  
At the begging of the meeting Northern Police Station will discuss recent police activity in the area.
Information:  Bob Barnwell - 415-621-1505

March 4, 2014 - Tuesday

Friends of the San Francisco Commission on the Status of Women - Women's History Month Awards - "Celebrating Women of Character, Courage and Commitment"
When: March 4, 2014 - Tuesday
3:30 p.m. - Amazing Women Awards from each Supervisorial District - Board of Supervisors Legislative Chambers
5:30 p.m.  The Mayor will honor The City's Woman of the Year at  the Awards Reception Mayor's Conference Room 201, City Hall, San Francisco
RSVP: friendscosw.org/events


March 5, 2014 -  Wednesday

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Routes 3, 28, 28L, 43
When:   March 5, 2014 - Wednesday 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:   Calvary Presbyterian Church, 2515 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What:  Public outreach regarding Routes  3, 28, 28L, 43
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com


Community Discussion on Land Use Opportunities in the Sunset District
When: March 5, 2014 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Sunset Recreation Center, 2201 Lawton Street, San Francisco
What: Learn about underutilized sites in District 4 and give your feedback on long-term planning strategies for the Sunset District.
Source: Supervisor Katy Tang
Information: sfbos.org/tang

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Debate between Supervisor David Campos and Supervisor David Chiu - candidates for Assembly District 17
When: March 5, 2014 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Debate between David Campos and David Chiu for Assembly District 17.  Moderator will be PHDC board member J.R. Eppler.
Information: phdemclub.org

March 6, 2014 - Thursday

Fiona Ma - Celebrate birthday!
When:  March 6, 2014 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. VIP Reception
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - General Reception and Live Entertainment
Where: Mighty Nightclub, 119 Utah Street, San Francisco
What: Come celebrate another fun birthday with Fiona Ma, Assembly Speaker pro Tempore Emeritus, candidate for State Board of Equalization.
Platinum Grand Sponsors: AFSCME California People, CA Certified Acupuncturits, San Francisco Association of Realtors, Ted Fang, Alexis Wong, CA State Council of Laborers, CA Professional Firefighters, Visa USA Inc., Sia and Sami Tahbazof, Heddie  Chu, Asian Americans for Good Government, No. CA Carpenters Regional Council, Prof Engineers in CA Gov (PECG), CA API Commissioner  Steven Ma, SF Firefighters Local 798
VIP GuestsJohn Burton, Ed Lee, David Chiu, Wayne Lee, Erik Howell, Betty Yee, Phil Ting, Malia Cohen, Anthony Farrington, Mark Leno, Rich Gordon, DJ Canepa, Evan Low, Jerry Hill, Susan Bonilla, Ryan Coonerty, Joey Luiz
Co-Hosts: Jay Bharwad, Monica Chung, David Heller, Genevieve Jopanda, John Maa, David Bowlby, Ken Cleaveland, Henry Karnilowicz, Henry Kim, Emma Mayerson, Shon Buford, Patty Dowling, Hala Hijazi, Amy Lee, Russ Naylor, Jay Cheng, Frank Fung, Dr. Sam Huang, Pius Lee, Janan New, Henry Chu, kkYihou Han, Mary Jung, Michael Ma, Larry Wong
Entertainment: Americano folk singer/songwriter Colin Gilmore and Electronic Violinist David Kim
Tickets: $100. $500., $1,000., $2,500
FionaMa.com/Birthday2014. 
RSVP Clem Clarke Clem@FionaMa.com

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Routes - City Wide Routes
When:   March 6, 2014 - Thursday 
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:   SFMTA Atrium, 2nd Floor, One South Van Ness Avenue
What:  Public outreach regarding  Citywide meeting all routes
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com


Living History Panel - Trans in the Tenderloin since  the 1960's: A Roundtable
When: March 6, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  The GLBT Historical Society, 4127 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Roundtable - Transgender Tenderloin .  Moderated by GLBT History Museum curator Don Romesburg.  Roundtable will feature Tamara Ching, Felicia Elizondo, Ronnie Lynn, Veronika Fimbres.
Admission: $5. general 
Information: glbthistory.org

March 7 - 9 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday

California Democratic Party State Convention
When: March 7, 8, 9 2014
           Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Where: Los Angeles, Los Angeles Convention Center  cademconvention.org
What:  California Democratic Party State Convention.  "Renewing California by Advancing Our Values". 
Information:   cademconvetion.org

March 8, 2014 - Saturday

SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project -  Citywide Routes
When:   March 8, 2014 - Saturday 
10:00 a.m. to Noon 
Where:   SMTA Atrium, 2nd Floor, One South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Public outreach regarding  Citywide Routes 
Information: Paul Rose paul.rose@sfmta.com

March 9, 2014 - Sunday

Daylight Savings Time

Sunday Streets - Embarcadero
When: March 9, 2014 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Embarcadero, San Francisco  SundayStreetsSF.com
What: First Sundays Streets of 2014. - Embarcadero Fisherman's Wharf to Mission Bay.  

The Irish Literary and Historical Society Saint Patrick's Banquet
When: March 9, 2014 - Sunday
6:00 p.m. - Cocktails
7:00 p.m. - Dinner
Where: Saint Patrick's Ballroom, United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Irish Literary and Historical  Society Saint Patrick's Banquet.  Award-winning Poet Louis De Paor as guest speaker.  He is the Director of the Centre for Itrish Studies at the National University of Ireland, Galway.  Louis de Paor has been involved with the contemporary renaissance of Irish poetry since 1980.
Entertainment: Black Brothers Band.
Four-course dinner including wine $60.
Deadline: March lst.  No tickets will be sold at the door.
Contact: Eileen 415-681-2078






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Monday, February 17, 2014

San Francisco Political Events


             


Glen Canyon Park Playground Opening has been delayed because of rain.

February 17, 2014 - Monday

Presidents' Day  


Middle Polk Neighborhood Association -  David Chiu
When: February 17, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: St. Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street
What:  Middle Polk Neighborhood Association.  District 3 Supervisor David Chiu will be talking about the state of the City and District 3.  
Information: frank@middlepolk.org

February 18, 2014 - Tuesday

Renters' Day of Action March and Rally
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
9:30 a.m. Gather at 11th and L Streets near the Capitol in Sacramento
10:00 a.m. - March
11:00 a.m. -  Rally
Where: State Capitol, Sacramento
What: Renters' Day of Action: March and Rally.  Renters and allies will unite in Sacramento for a march on the Capitol to demand a fair shake for California renters.
Information:  tenantstogether.org

 San Francisco Gray Panthers
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin, Fireside Room, San Francisco
What: The Many Facets of Medicare Privatization.
Informationgraypantherssf.igc.org 

SFMTA Budget Meeting
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Speak out for a fully-funded Vision Zero.  
Informationsfmta.com

Entertainment Commission
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Bryant Tan, Glendon Hyde, Audrey Joseph, Al Perez, Barbara Campagnoli, Naomi Akers, Steven Lee
Information: sfgov2.org

San Francisco School Board
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
School Board: Sandra Lee Fewer, Rachel Norton, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Emily Murase, Jill Wynns
Information: sfusf.edu

SFMTA Updates
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco
What:  Give SFMTA feedback on proposed service changes.  
Information: sfmta.com/tep

Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods - General Assembly Meeting.
When: February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station Community Room, Corner of Turk and Fillmore, San Francisco
What: General Assembly Meeting.  
Hosts:  Francisco Heights Civic Assn-FHCA and Middle Polk Neighborhood Assn. - MPNA
Program: Proposed Rate Schedule for next four years for water and wastewater.  
Speakers:  Todd Rydstrom, CFO SFPUC
                  Tyrone Jue, Communication Director
                  Crispin Hollings, Director of Financial Planning.
Information: csfn.net

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - General Membership Meeting - Jane Kim
When:  February 18, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Supervisor Jane Kim is guest speaker.  Come hear about Supervisor Kim's legislative priorities for 2014 and her efforts to make District 6 healthier, safer and stronger.
Informationmilkclub.org

February 19, 2014 - Wednesday

Tenderloin Futures Collaborative Community Meeting
When: February 19, 2014 - Wednesday 
11:00 a.m. to Noon
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:
 Planned Safe Injection Site
101 Hyde Housing Development
 Safe Passage
 950 Market Street Update 
Information: 415-820-1412

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: February 19, 2014 - 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
Information: sf-planning.org

Irish Amercan Democratic Club
When: February 19, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: SFPD Parks Station, 1899 Waller, San Francisco
What: Irish American Democratic Club - 
Hear from Assembly District 17 Candidates David Campos and David Chiu
Public Utility Commission proposed rate increases.
Nominations for IADC Executive Board.


SFMTA Transit Effectiveness Project Service Changes Outreach Meeting
When: February 19, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Scottish Rite Temple, 2850 19th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Open house and presentation by SFMTA that details Transit Effectiveness Project changes   in District 4.  
Informationsfmta.com

Chinese for Affirmative Action - City College and Its Future
When: February 19, 2014 - Wednesday
 6:15 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco - Chinatown North Beach Campus, Annex Building, 628 Washington St., San Francisco
What:  Join Chinese for Affirmative Action's Vincent Pan and CCSF Chancellor Art Tyler for a conversation about City College of San Francisco and its future. RSVP:
bit.ly/CAAmeeting14 
Free for CAA Members, $20 suggested donation for non-members. Light refreshments provide. 
Information: 415-274-6750

February 20, 2014 - Thursday

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Members: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Cindy Wu, Rodney Fong, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, 
Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

Rules Committee
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Members: Norman Yee, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

Commission of the Status of Women
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 201, San Francisco
What: Commission of the Status of Women meeting.  
CommissionersNancy Kirshner-Rodriguez,  Andrea Shorter, Amy Ackerman, Alicia Gamez, Mary Jung, Julie Soo

3rd on Third
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Third Street between Palou and McKinnon, San Francisco
What: 3rd on Third in partnership with the Bayview Opera House celebrates Black HistorMonth and the African Diaspora.
Featuring: The Food of the African Diaspora Corridor Crawl, Mardi Gras San Francisco Style, hosted by The Village Project, The Prescott Family Circus with special performances by the Gumbo Band and African Songstress Fely Tchaco
Partners include:  The Village Project, Museum of the African Diaspora Vanguard, Bayview Underground Food Scene, Bayview Merchants Association 

Kimbell Playground - Playground Improvement Community meeting
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Hamilton Recreation Center, Geary Blvd. and Steiner Street, San Francisco
What:  Join the SF Recreation and Parks Department for an information meeting to update the community on renovation plans for Kimbell Playground.
Information: marien.coss@sfgov.org

District 5 Democratic Club - First meeting of 2014
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Oasis Cafe, 901 Divisadero Street, San Francisco
What:  District 5 Democratic Club - First meeting of 2014.  Officer Elections
Source: Facebook 


West Sunset Field Renovation Update
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Ortega Branch Library, 3223 Ortega Street, San Francisco
What: Final community meeting regarding renovation updates for  Westside Sunset Playground.
Information: dan.mauer@sfgov.org

Grattan Playground Community Meeting
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Grattan Clubhouse, 1180 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What:  Come participate in a community meeting to discuss improving the Grattan Playground.  
Information: grattanplayground@gmail.com

City Democratic Club - Police Chief Greg Suhr
When: February 20, 2014 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Chancellor Hotel, Clipper Room, 433 Powell Street, San Francisco
What: Police Chief Greg Suhr is speaker at City Democratic Club.
Information: citydemclub@gmail.com

February 22, 2014 - Saturday

District 7's Participatory Budget Community
When: February 22, 2014 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: West Portal Clubhouse, 131 Lenox Way, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Norman Yee for District 7's Participatory Budget Community Meeting.  Come learn more about Participatory Budgeting and the grant application for projects.  
Information: Matthias.Mormino@sfgov.org

(delayed) - because of rain Glen Canyon Park Playground Opening
(delayed) When: February  22, 2014 - Saturday 
11:00 a.m.
Where: Glen Canyon Park Playground, San Francisco
What: Opening celebration of the newly renovated Glen Canyon Park Playground.
Ribbon cutting, refreshments, Arts & Crafts and a Climbing Wall.
Join Scott Wiener, San Francisco Recreation and Park Department GM Phil Ginsburg, the Glen Park Association and park advocates


Single Payer Now - Protect Healthy San Francisco and Protect Healthcare for Immigrants
When: February 22, 2014 - Saturday
3:00 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Protect Healthy San Francisco.  National Affordable Care Act excludes undocumented immigrants, Healthy San Francisco provides care for the undocumented. 
Speakers: David Campos, Paul Kumar, Health Policy Consultant for the San Francisco Labor Council
Information: dbechler@value.net

Masonic Stage Fundraiser/2014 Haight-Ashbury Street Fair  
When: February  22, 2014 -  Saturday 
8:00 p.m. - Doors
8:30 Show 
Where: The Milk Bar, 1840 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Masonic Stage Fundraiser/2014 Haight-Ashbury Street Fair.  All proceeds go to put on the annual community event.
$5. - $10. sliding scale @ the door 
Entertainment:
Sea Dramas, Dangermaker, Sweetwater Black, Margaret the King.
Host and MC - Tyler A. Gordon 

February 25, 2014 - Tuesday

Parks Alliance - Annual Public Meeting
When: February 25, 2014 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: South Beach Harbor Community Room, The Embarcadero at Pier 40, San Francisco
What: Parks Alliance Annual Public Meeting.  Presentation on the various projects  they are engaged in, the work with the Recreation and Parks Department on implementing park and playground improvements authorized by the 2012 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks bond, Blue Greenway.  
RSVP: Kaitlin Fitzmahan kaitlin@sfparksalliance.org.

Tech Workers Against Displacement Happy Hour
When: February 25, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  The Liberties Bar, 998 Guerrero Street, San Francisco
What: Come join Tech Workers for an informal happy hour with housing rights activists and Supervisor David Campos.  The goal of this event is to create an open discussion on how improved communication can affect reforms needed to stop involuntary displacements of longterm San Franciscans and ensure sustainable, cohesive and diverse communities.
Source: Facebook

February 26, 2014 - Wednesday

 Just Jobs!  First Annual Employment Fair and Economic Justice Convening
When: February 26, 2014  - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.  to 5:00  p.m.  
Where: California State Building, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What:    Community Housing Partnership and Assemblymember Tom Ammiano present Just Jobs!  Employment Fair and Economic Justice Convening. 
Bring your resume and dress to impress.  Confirmed employers and training resources:
Community Housing Partnership, Citybuild/Labor and Community Studies Department of CCSF, Jobs Now! Market Street Ambassador Program, Michael  Transportation, Positive Resource Center, Healthcare Academy, Mission Hiring Hall, Solutions SF, Work It!
Trans Employment Program

Irving Streetscape Project - Final Community Input
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Hardwear Store, 2401 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: Irving Streetscape Project - Final Community Input.
Information: Meghan Tierman Meghan.tiernan@sfdpw.org

San Francisco Planning Department -  - Invest In Neighborhoods - Lombard Street
When: February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Moscone Recreation Center, 1800 Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What:    Invest in Lombard Street.  Join Supervisor Mark Farrell and City Staff to explore opportunities for Lombard Street : transportation improvements, upcoming City projects and opportunities to shape the future of the neighborhood.  
Information: 
San Francisco Planning Department - Menaka Mohan -   menaka.mohan@sfgov.org
Office of Economic and  Workforce  Development -  Diana Ponce De Leon diana.poncedelon@sfgov.org
Mark Farrell's office - Catherine Stefani - Legislative Aide catherine.stefani@sfgov.org

Franklin Square Community Meeting
When:  February 26, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Sports Basement Bryant Street, 1590 Bryant Street, 5th Floor, Grotto Room, San Francisco
What:  Join the Friend of Franklin Square to help improve their local park.  They need your ideas and input to update the master plan and help seek grant money to improve the park.
Source:  Eventbrite. 

February 27, 2014 - Thursday

FDR Dems Pedestrian Safety Forum
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: FDR Dems Pedestrian Safety Forum.  Join FDR Dems for a conversation about pedestrian safety for seniors and people with disabilities.
Invited guests include State Senator Mark Leno, Supervisor David Chiu, Supervisor Jane Kim and representatives from:
SF Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
Senior and Disability Action
California Alliance for Retired Americans
Walk SF
SF Police Department
SF Municipal Transportation Agency.
If you require accommodations to participate, please email fdrdems@gmail.com at least 72 hours prior to event
Information: fdrdems@gmail.com

Vested for David Campos
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: SF Eagle, 398 12th Street, San Francisco
What: Vested for David Campos.  Fundraiser at the Eagle for David Campos, candidate for California Sate Assembly in District 17. Full of drag, drinks, music and auction. 
Hosts: Gary Virginia, Anna Conda, Donna Sachet, Sf-Eagle, Lenny Broberg, Liza Sibley
Suggested donation: $25.
Information: Tanner Burke - tanner@davidcampossf.com

San Francisco Planning Department - Haight Ashbury Public Realm Plan
When:  February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  The Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Planning Department - Haight Ashbury Public Realm Plan.  Public workshop to discuss public realm proposals. 
Information: Alexis Smith alexis.smith@sfgov.org

A Benefit for the new North Beach Library
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Chinese Historical Society of America Museum, 965 Clay Street, San Francisco.
What: A Benefit for the New North Beach Library.  Join neighbors and friends for cocktails and appetizers.  $60. at door.
Honorary Co-Chairs - Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisor David Chiu, Gordon Chin
Event Co-Chairs: Sue Lee, Phil Chin, Tan Chow, Julie Christensen
Specials Hosts: Lonnie Chin, Norman Fong, Allan Low, Fred  Lau
Honorary Hosts: Alessandro Baccari, Patsy Chan, Claudine Cheng, Anni Chung, Irene Collier, Teresa Dal Santo, Fay Darmawi, Rodney Fong, Anne Fung, Jewelle Gomez, Stephanie Greenburg, Terry Grenchik, Maud Hallin, Pia Hinckle, Lizzy Hirsch, Kennith Lee, Kari Lee, May Leong, Martha Mahony, Yasmine Mehmet, Denise McCarthy, Michael  Nguyen, Teresa Ono, Lorna Randlett, Paul Scott, Jeff Sternberg, Sarah Wan, Tony Wessling, Jane Winslow, Cindy Wu
Website: act.friendssfpl.org 

Randall Museum Renovation Project - Public Meeting
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Randall Museum Theater, 199 Museum Way, San Francisco
What: Public meeting on Randall Museum Renovation Project.  
Information: Matt Jasmin matt.jasmin@sfgov.org

On the Waterfront? Warriors by the Bay? - Art Agnos
When: February 27, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Society, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Come hear former Mayor Art Agnos speak about proposed Golden State Warriors entertainment complex.  
Source: Facebook

 March 1, 2014 - Saturday

Dolores Park Ground Breaking Ceremony
When: March 1, 2014 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Dolores Park, San Francisco
What:  Come celebrate the start of the Dolores Park renovations with city officials, neighbors and park advocates.

2014 San Francisco History Expo
When: March 1, 2014 - Saturday
            11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
            March 2, 2014 - Sunday
            11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Museum and History, The Old Mint, 88 Fifth Street, San Francisco
What: Fourth Annual History Expo at the San Francisco Mint.  30 exhibitors, including local groups that focus on neighborhoods, genealogy, city history, walking tours, transportation.  
Historical presentations will be held throughout the weekend on the downstairs  vault  level.
Admission: $5.00
Information: sfhistoryexpo.org

March 3, 2014 - Monday

Freedom Rider Diary  - Carol Ruth Silver
When: March 3, 2014 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Books Inc., Opera Plaza, 601 Van Ness, San Francisco
What:  Carol Ruth Silver (three term former San Francisco Supervisor) will discuss her new book " Freedom Rider Diary: Smuggled Notes from Parchman Prison" Carol Ruth Silver was arrested as a Freedom Rider in 1961 and spent the next 40 days in Mississippi jail cells.
Information:  freedomriderfoundation.org


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