San Francisco Political Events

                                                               

Chloe -  Happy Fourth of July!

                     

June 30, 2014 - Monday

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission

When:  June 30, 2014 - Monday

11:00 a.m.

Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco

What:  Meeting Notice.  Will go into closed session. Conference with Labor Negotiator.
Board of Directors:  Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke

Information:   sfmta.com

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

Rules Committee
When:  June 30, 2014 - Monday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Norman Yee, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

BART - Powell Street Modernization
When:  June 30, 2014 - Monday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Powell Street Station, Hallidie Plaza Entrance, San Francisco 
What:  Powell Street Modernization.  BART is developing a long-term vision for the Powell Street Station.  Share your thoughts on what improvements you would like to see at the station.  Your input will help BART to prioritize potential improvements.  
Information:  bart.gov/content/powell-st-modernization

Emily Murase - Summer Sushi Fundraiser
When:  June 30, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Hana Zen, Pier 39, 39 Pier Suite, 235, San Francisco
What:  Fundraiser for Emily Murase for San Francisco School Board.    Japanese buffet hosted by owner Angie Louie.  
Tickets/RSVP: emilymurase.com
Information: chris@emilymurase.com

July 1, 2014 - Tuesday

BART - Powell Street Modernization
When: July 1, 2014 - Tuesday 
7:00 a..m. to 10:00 a.m. 
Where:  Powell Street Station, Hallidie Plaza Entrance, San Francisco 
What:  Powell Street Modernization.  BART is developing a long-term vision for the Powell Street Station.  Share your thoughts on what improvements you would like to see at the station.  Your input will help BART to prioritize potential improvements.  
Information:  bart.gov/content/powell-st-modernization

July 2, 2014 - Wednesday

Arelious Walker Staircase
When:  July 2, 2014 - Wednesday
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:  Innes Avenue and Arelious Walker Drive, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Malia Cohen, San Francisco Public Works and the San Francisco Arts Commission - ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Arelious Walker Staircase

Sunshine Ordinance Task Force 
When:  July 2, 2014 - Wednesday 
4:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Task Force:  Mark Rumold, Ali Winston, Josh Wolf, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, Lee Hepner, Todd David, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Bruce Oka
Information: sfbos.org

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - District 10 Supervisor Candidate Debate
When:  July 2, 2014 - Wednesday
7:15 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro, San Francisco
What:  Potrero Hill Democratic Club - District 10 Supervisor Candidate Debate.
Five candidates:
Malia Cohen - incumbent
Ed  Donaldson
Ton Kelly
Shawn Richard
Marlene Tran
Moderator - Marisa Lagos - San Francisco Chronicle politics reporter
Free and open to the public.  PHDC members will vote that night to endorse a candidate:  the threshold for endorsement is 60% of votes cast.
Information:  phdemclub.org

July 4, 2014 - Friday

Fourth of July

July 5, 2014 - Saturday

July 5 and 6, 2014 - Saturday and Sunday
Fillmore Jazz Festival
When:  July 5, 2014 - Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
              July 6, 2014 - Sunday   - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  Fillmore Street, Jackson to Eddy, San Francisco
Information:  fillmorejazzfestival.com

100th Anniversary of the San Francisco Labor Temple. Street Fair.
When:  July 5, 2014 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:  Capp Street between 15th Street and 16th Street, San Francisco
What:100th Anniversary of the San Francisco Labor Temple at 2940-16th Street.  Built by the San Francisco Labor Council in 1914.  It housed the City's main labor unions and was the site of meetings and planning for the 1934 General Strike.  
Street Fair - music, artists, dancers, performers, poets and puppeteers on themes that relate to the history of the San Francisco labor movement.  The street fair will heighten public visibility of the current struggles of the Fight for the $15. minimum wage, the Fight for a Community Jobs Program and the Fight against Displacement in our Neighborhoods.
Information: laborfest.net

July 7, 2014 - Monday

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Meeting
When:  July 7, 2014  - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What:  Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Meeting.  Discussion about recent public safety issues in the neighborhood.  Captain Greg McEachern of Northern Station, Karen Catalona, Deputy District Attorney Kathleen Owens of Juvenile Probation, and Adult Probation.  
Information:  Robert Barnwell bbarnwell6@hotmail.com

July 8, 2014 - Tuesday

 San Francisco Ethics Commission - Lobbyist Ordinance Regulations
When:  July 8, 2014 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 34 (basement level), San Francisco
What:  Interested Persons meeting to discuss possible Lobbyist Ordinance Regulations.
Staff of the San Francisco Ethics Commission will hold meeting to discuss draft regulations that are intended to implement the City's Lobbyist Ordinance
RSVP:  ethics.commission@sfgov.org
Information:  sfethics.org

Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
When:  July 8, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Livable Streets, 1 South Van Ness Avenue, 7th Floor, San Francisco
What:  Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee meeting.  
Members:  Howard Bloomberg, Robin Brasso, Anyan Cheng, Kevin Clark, Chris Coghlan, Morgan Fitzgibbons, Todd Henry, Beck Hogue, Sonja Kos, John Alex Lowell, R. Gary McCoy, Trevor McNeil, Pi Ra, Alex Reese, Thomas Rogers, Devin Silvernail, Howard Strassner, Kevin Stull, Christina Tang, Jon Winston
Information: sfpsac.com

July 9, 2014 - Wednesday

SPUR - Designing for Urban Streets
When:  July 9, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  SPUR -  Designing for Urban Streets - National Association of City Transportation Officials recently published guides on urban street design and bikeways.  Come learn how these guides can serve as blueprints for building innovative street solutions  Co-presented by Island Press.
Speaker:  Ed Reiskin - SFMTA
$10. non-members
Information: spur.org

Upper Noe Neighbors - Quarterly meeting - David Campos and David Chiu
When:  July 9, 2014 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where:  Upper Noe  Recreation Center, Day & Sanchez Street, San Francisco
What:  Upper Noe Neighbors Quarterly meeting.  Hear Supervisor David Chiu and Supervisor David Campos discuss their campaign for Assembly in the 17th Assembly District.  
Information:   uppernoeneighbors.com

July 10, 2014 - Thursday

San Francisco Ethics Commission - Lobbyist Ordinance Regulations
When:   July 10, 2014 - Thursday 
 12;30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. 
Where:  City Hall, Room 421, San Francisco
What:  Interested Persons meeting to discuss possible Lobbyist Ordinance Regulations.
Staff of the San Francisco Ethics Commission will hold meeting to discuss draft regulations that are intended to implement the City's Lobbyist Ordinance
RSVP:  ethics.commission@sfgov.org
Information:  sfethics.org

July 13, 2014 - Sunday

Sunday Streets in the Richmond District 
When:  July 13, 2014 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Sunday Streets in the Richmond will transform Arguello Street into open streets, JFK drive in Golden Gate Park to the foot of the  Presidio
Map and Information:  sundaystreetssf.com

Please note:  Next Blog posting will be Monday,    July 7, 2014  Deadline 10:00 a.m. 
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San Francisco Political Events - June-July

June 23, 2014 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development
When:  June 23, 2014 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 415, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, Malia Cohen
Information: sfbos.org

Rules Committee
When:  June 23, 2014 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Norman Yee, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information:  sfbos.org

Budget and Finance
When:  June 23, 2014 - Monday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Ethics Commission
When:  June 23, 2014 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Brett Andrews, Beverly Hayon, Benedict Hur, Peter  Keane, Paul Renne,
Information: sfethics.org

June 24, 2014 - Tuesday

Transportation Authority Board
When:  June 24, 2014 - Tuesday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Avalos, Wiener, Breed, Campos, Chiu, Cohen, Farrell, Kim, Mar, Tang and Yee
Information:  sfcta.org

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission
When:  June 24, 2014 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Directors:  Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information:  sfmta.com

Board of Supervisors
When:  June 24, 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

Sounds of SOMA Book Launch and Signing Event
When:  June 24, 2014 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m
Where:  Bayanihan Community Center, 1010 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:    Book launch and signing of "Sounds of SOMA" stories by seniors and people with disabilities in SOMA.  Come as the authors of this new book share their poems and stories.  Food and refreshments and music provided.
Book is a project of Senior and Disability Action and Rebuilding Together.
Information:  sdaction.org

Sunshine Ordinance Task Force
When:  June 24, 2014 - Tuesday
4:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Task Force:  Mark Rumold, Ali Winston, Josh Wolf, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, Lee Hepner,  Todd  David, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Bruce Oka
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco School Board
When:  June 24, 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, Emily Murase, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information: sfusd.edu

Point of Pride:  The People's View of Bayview/Hunter's Point
When:  Jun 24, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larking Street, San Francisco
What:  Premier of Point of Pride:  The People's View of Bayview/Hunter's Point neighborhood.  Archival footage from the 1950's, 1960's, 1970's with present day viewpoints and reactions to this past footage to create a portrait of a community marked by struggle and fueled by  hope.
A panel discussion with featured community activists and the filmmakers will follow.  
Information: sfpl.org

June 25, 2014 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  June 25, 2014 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information:  sfbos.org

Police Commission
When:  June 25, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  (note venue) Richmond District, Presidio Middle School, 450 30th Avenue, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Victor Hwang, Suzy Loftus
Information:  sanfranciscopolice.org

San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When:  June 25, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Milton Marks Auditorium, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
Members:  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 McNeil, Carole  Migden, Leah Pimentel, Alix Rosenthal, Arlo Hale Smith, Scott Wiener, Dianne Feinstein, Nancy Pelosi,  Jackie Speier, Kamala Harris, Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, Phil Ting
Information: sfdemocrats.org

June 26, 2014 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight
When:  June 26, 2014 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  London Breed, Katy Tang, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

HIV/AIDS Town Hall
When:  June 26, 2014 - Thursday
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  UC Hastings College of the Law, Snodgrass Hall, 198 McAllister Street, Meeting Room:  Louis B. Mayer Lounge, Ground Floor,  San Francisco
What:  The White House Office of National AIDS Policy will be hosting a series of regional meetings on the implementation of the National HIV/AIDS Strategy.  Co-Hosted by San Francisco AIDS Foundation, Asian & Pacific Islander  Wellness Center, Positive Resource Center, UCSF Center for AIDS Prevention Studies, San Francisco Community Clinic Consortium, San Francisco Health Commission.
The purpose of these meetings is to better understand local and state level efforts as it relates to the implementation of the NHAS, including the Affordable Care Act.  The goal is to engage key stakeholders and ongoing challenges and success of NHAS/ACA implementation and to learn about best-practices and innovative models for achieving the goals of the NHAS.  
Pre-Registration required:RSVP:  Meeting is free and open to the public, however, pre-registration is requested.   cmpinc.net/onap

Public Meeting/Open House Masonic Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project
When:  June 26, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SF Day School cafeteria , 350 Masonic Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Come view and provide comments on the Design and Artwork for Geary and Masonic Plaza
Hosted by San Francisco Arts Commission
Information: sfartscommission.org/pubartcollection

Happy Hour to Support Shamann for School Board
When:  June 26, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Slate Bar, 2925 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Happy House to Support Shamann Walton for School Board.
Hosts:  Matt Haney, Malia Cohen, D. J. Brookter, Thedore Ellington, Angelo King, Toye Moses, Sherilyn Adams, Erin Haney.
Reception to support Shamann Walton who is running for San Francisco School Board of Education
Information:  Esete Assefa  Esete@50pl.com

The Art and Science of Community Development - Malia Cohen
When:  June 26, 2014 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. 
Where:  Code and Canvas, 151 Potrero Avenue, San Francisco
What:  The Art and Science of Community Development with guest Supervisor Malia Cohen.
Topical, creative discourse and revelry, brought to you by Code and Canvas with Malia Cohen.
Ticket:   eventbrite/com/e/the-art-and-science-of-community-development-w-malia-cohen-d10-supervisor-tickets-12025912829 (link not working for me)
Information:   codeandcanvas.org

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Community Meeting
When:  June 6, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  HV Playground Clubhouse, 699 Hayes Street, San Francisco
What:  Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association Community Meeting
Topics include:
The Market and Octavia Neighborhood Plan Review:  Alexis Smith - San Francisco Planning Department
Growing Home Community Garden Closure:  Jimmer Cassiol, DPW, Community Programs
Transportation 2030: Alicia John Baptiste, Chief of Staff for the SFMTA
Information;  voice@hayesvalleysf.org

June 27, 2014 - Friday


Trans March Youth and Elder Brunch 2014
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where:  Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: Third Annual   Trans March Youth and Elder Brunch 2014. 
Free. Food, games, icebreakers, art station, face painting. 
Hosted by LYRIC, Open House and Trans March.  
Information: Anthony@lyric.org

Local Agency Formation Commission City and County of San Francisco
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
2:00 p.m. 
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Members:  London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Eric Mar, Hope Schmeltzer
Information: sfbos.org

Trans March 2014
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
3:00 p.m.
Where:  Dolores Park, San Francisco

Bustin' Out 2014!  TG! Justice Project
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
9:00 p.m.
Where:  El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  TGI Justice Project is hosting its annual fundraiser as an official  TransMarch afterparty!  Celebrate genderific resistance to policing, administrative violence and gender oppression.  

June 28, 2014 - Saturday

Pink  Triangle Installation and  Commemoration
When:  June 28, 2014 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where:  Top of Twin Peaks, San Francisco
What:  Pink Triangle Installation and Commemoration. 
Lea Delaria, a star on "Orange is the New Black" will be participating.
Information:  thepinktriangle.com

Gray Panthers of San Francisco - Inequality for All
When:  June 28, 2014 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  First Unitarian Universalist Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Come watch the film and discuss Robert Reich's Film "Inequality for All".
Activists will speak about various struggles in the City, their important, and how you can help.
Presented by Unitarian Universalists for Peace & Justice-SF, Gray Panthers of SF,  99% Coalition
Free
RSVP for Pizza and Salad, $5. donation 415-595-7306
Information:  graypantherssf.igc.org


"This Is It" - Friends of Larkin Street Annual Gala
When:  June 28, 2014 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to Midnight
Where:  Hotel Kabuki 1625 Post Street, San Francisco
Friends of Larkin Street Annual Gala benefiting Larkin Street Youth Services.
Michael Jackson cover band - Foreverland - 14 Piece tribute to Michael Jackson and world class DJ - J Boogie.
 Tickets:  different levels   eventbrite.com 
Information: larkinstreetyouth.org

June 29, 2014 - Sunday

Alice B. Toklas Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Democratic Club - Pride Breakfast
When:  June 29, 2014 - Sunday
Door open:  7:45 a.m.
Breakfast and Program: 8:15 a.m.
Where:  Hyatt  Regency San Francisco, 5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco
What:  Alice B.  Toklas Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Democratic Club Annual Pride Breakfast.    Special Guest Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins
Non-Alice Member $100./Alice Member $75.
Information/Tickets:  alicebtoklas.org

San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Pride
When: June 28, 2014 - Saturday - Celebration (civic center)  Noon to 6:00 p.m.
            June 29, 2014 - Sunday - Parade  10:30 a.m.
                                                          Celebration:  11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
What:  San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade.  Market Street and Beale and ends at Market and 8th Street, San Francisco. Theme: "Color  Our World with Pride". 
 $5. donation for celebration
Information:  sfpride.org

June 30, 2014 - Monday

Emily Murase - Summer Sushi Fundraiser
When:  June 30, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Hana Zen, Pier 39, 39 Pier Suite, 235, San Francisco
What:  Fundraiser for Emily Murase for San Francisco School Board.    Japanese buffet hosted by owner Angie Louie.  
Tickets/RSVP: emilymurase.com
Information: chris@emilymurase.com

July 2, 2014 - Wednesday

Arelious Walker Staircase
When:  July 2, 2014 - Wednesday
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:  Innes Avenue and Arelious Walker Drive, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Malia Cohen, San Francisco Public Works and the San Francisco Arts Commission - ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Arelious Walker Staircase.

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - District 10 Supervisor Candidate Debate
When:  July 2, 2014 - Wednesday
7:15 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro, San Francisco
What:  Potrero Hill Democratic Club - District 10 Supervisor Candidate Debate.
Five candidates:
Malia Cohen - incumbent
Ed  Donaldson
Ton Kelly
Shawn Richard
Marlene Tran
Moderator - Marisa Lagos - San Francisco Chronicle politics reporter
Free and open to the public.  PHDC members will vote that night to endorse a candidate:  the threshold for endorsement is 60% of votes cast.
Information:  phdemclub.org

July 4, 2014 - Friday

Fourth of July


July 5 and 6, 2014 - Saturday and Sunday

Fillmore Jazz Festival
When:  July 5, 2014 - Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
              July 6, 2014 - Sunday   - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  Fillmore Street, Jackson to Eddy, San Francisco
Information:  fillmorejazzfestival.com

Please note:  Next Blog posting will be Monday,   June  30, 2014  Deadline 10:00 a.m. 
Please send event information to lindapost2000@comcast.net
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San Francisco June Political Events

June 16, 2014 - Monday

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  June 16, 2014 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When:  June 16, 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 Youth Commission
When:  June 16, 2014 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Nivholas Persky, Michelle Kong, Joshua Cardenas, DeAsia Landrum, Angel Van Stark, Jina Bae, Anna Bernick, Sophie Edelhart, Monica Flores, Ramon Gomez, Michel Li, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Luisa Sicalros, Denesia Webb, Eric Wu, Joyce Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Monthly Meeting
When:  June 16, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  St. Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
Carmen Chu, City's Assessor-Recorder - She will be addressing topics that affect the City and the Neighborhood.
Supervisor Mark Farrell - will be discussing the proposed Part at the old Reservoir at Larkin and Francisco.
There will also be speakers discussing the proposed Ballot Initiative addressing the City's Parking and the Transit First Policy
City Car Share
Information:  frank@middlepolk.org middlepolk.org

UCSF's  Future - 2014 Long Range Development Plan through 2035
When:  June 16, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  UCSF Genentech  Hall  (at 4th and 16th Street), 600 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  LRDP Information Community meeting to see proposed plans for UCSF's future.
Information: ucsf.edu/LRDP Michele.Davis@ucsf.edu

Secrets of the City - Fundraiser for 48 Hills
When:  June 16, 2014 - Monday
8:00 p.m.
Where:  Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa Street, San Francisco
What:  Strange but True Tales of Investigative Reporting.  Join Arline Klatte and journalist Tim Redmond as they present stories chock full of the real dirt and grit of San Francisco.  Featuring some of our most respected  and irreverent writers, reporters, editors and cultural observers.:
Editor of the Anderson Valley Advertiser Bruce Anderson
Investigative reporter A. C. Thompson
Author and journalist Laura Fraser
Science journalist and editor Annalee Newtiz
Political and Investigative reporter Tim Redmond
Filmmaker, zinester, lighting designer Jerry Lee  Abram
Proceeds to benefit 48 Hills, the online progressive news site edited by former Bay Guardian editor Tim Redmond
Tickets:  eventrbrite.com  $15. to $250. pay what you can.  
Information: 48hillsonline.org

 June 17, 2014 - Tuesday

San Francisco Gray Panthers
When:  June 17, 2014 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Don't Vote for the 1%.  Trapped by the Two-Party System.  Free.
Information:  graypantherssf.igc.org

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When:  June 17, 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

Happy Hour Reception with Kamala Harris
When:  June 17, 2014 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Redford San Francisco, 673 Geary Street, San Francisco
What:  Happy Hour Reception with Attorney General Kamala Harris.
Co-Hosts:  Mike Kim, Schuyler Hudak,  Justin Roja, Scott Roberts,   Obai Rambo, Nicle Hart, Diane Lee, Rebecca Prozan, Bill Hemenger, Austin Davis, Dori Camino, Jerome Pandell, Nick Gilbert, Reese Aaron Isbell, Juan David Cerda, Michael Soncuya, Christina Gagnier
$50., $100., $500., $1,000.
Information: tinyurl.com/617Harris

Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods - Monthly Meeting
When:  June 17, 2014 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Northern Police Station, Corner Turk and Fillmore, San Francisco
What:  Coalition for San Francisco  Neighborhoods Monthly Meeting.
Host:  Russian Hill Neighbors
Program:  June Election Review, November Ballot measures
Speakers:  Chris Bowman, David Pilpel, Jon Golinger
Information:  csfn.net

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - General Meeting
When:  June 17, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  Hear Supervisor John Avalos discuss "Let's Elect  Our Elected Officials" ballot initiative and Tim Redmond reflect on the recent election and what it all means.
Information: milkclub.org


June 18, 2014 -  Wednesday

Ellis Act Hearing  - Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee
When:  June 18, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 a.m. to Noon
Where:  The Capitol Building, Sacramento, Ca.
What:  Ellis Act Hearing - Assembly Housing and Community Development Committee.Ellis Reform starts it way through the Assembly.  Bill for Ellis Act reform, authored by State Senator Mark Leno will face  considerable opposition.  We need you there.
Information: tenantstogether.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  June 18, 2014 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Tenderloin Futures Collaborative Community Meeting
When:  June 18, 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.
Agenda:
950 Market Street Center update
Larkin Street Youth Center, 134 Golden Gate Avenue Project
Future of Tenderloin  Futures Collaborative
Community Updates

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When:  June 18, 2014 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Karl Hasz, Andrew Wolfram, Aaron Hyland, Ellen Johnck, Richard Johns, Diane Matsuda, Jonathan Pearlman
Information: sf-planning.org



Plan C - Annual Fundraiser and Quality of Life Hero Award Presentation
When:  June 18, 2014 -  Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  The Transamerica Pyramid, Penthouse Conference Center, 48th Floor Center at 600 Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What:  Plan C Annual Fundraiser and Quality of Life Hero Award Presentation
2014 Recipient and Keynote Speaker:  Phil Ginsburg, General Manager, San Francisco Recreation and Park Department. 
Hors d'oeuvres, hosted wine and better and refreshments. 
Tickets: Plan C Non-Member $80.12, Plan C Member $53.74 Ticket Information: 
2014-plancsf-fundraiser.eventbrite.com

Elections Commission
When:  June 18, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Richard Matthews, Rosabella Safont, Christopher Jerdonek, Charles Jung, Winnie Yu, Jill Rowe
Information:  sfgov2.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club -  David Latterman
When:  June 18, 2014 -  Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What:  Noe Valley Democratic Club - David Latterman, Campaign Consultant and Public Policy Expert and political pundit will discuss the primary  election.  David will share his insight into the whys and wherefores of this election and what it foreshadows for the November election
Information:  Molly Fleischman - Molly@ffrsf.com

June 19, 2014 - Thursday

Budget and Finance Committee - Special Meeting
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
What:  Budget and Finance Committee - Special Meeting.  Public Comment for the Annual Budget for FY2014-2015 and FY2015-2016 for all Departments
Information: sfbos.org

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  David Campos, Eric Mar , Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Recreation and Park Commission
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Mark Buell, Allan Low, Gloria Bonilla, Tom Harrison, Meagan Levitan, Eric McDonnell
Information:  sfrecpark.org

Planning Commission
When:  June 19, 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:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Commissioners:   Norman Yee, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information:  sfbos.org


Richmond District Democratic Club - Summer Soiree
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Cassava, 3519 Balboa Street, San Francisco
What:  2014 Richmond District Summer Soiree.  President's Lifetime Achievement Award to former Supervisor Jake McGoldrick.
$65. General  Admission , $40. Seniors and Students.
Tickets: rddc.nationbuilder.com
Information:  Peter Lauterborn plauterborn@gmail.com

Fundraiser - Carmen Chu
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco address provided upon RSVP
What:  Dine and chat with Carmen Chu - San Francisco Assessor/Recorder.
Join  San Francisco Association of Realtors, Anita Fong, Caryl Ito, Mary Jung, John Lee, Marily Mondejar, Jeff and Sandy Mori, Margaret  O'Sullivan , Adrienne Pon, Dirka Renier,Irene Yee Riley, Julie Soo, Anita Theoharis, Ron Wong, Jeff Woo and Catherine Yee
Fundraiser $100. $250. $500. 
RSVP 334-5759 - by June 15th
Information/Contribute:  carmenchu.org

Geary Bus Rapid Transit Citizens Advisory Committee
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  1455 Market Street, Lobby Level Conference Room, San Francisco
What:  Geary Bus Rapid Transit Citizens Advisory Committee meeting.
Committee:  Margie Hom Brown, Paul Chan, Joanna Fong, Jonathan Foerster, Peter Gallotta, Jonathon Goldberg, Richard Hashimoto, Benjamin Horne, Jolsna John, Richard Marshall, Winston Parson, Austin Spires, Jette Swan
Information:  sfmta.org

June 21, 2014 - Saturday

Campaign Kickoff - Shamann Walton
When:  June 21, 2014 - Saturday
Noon
Where:  KidPower Park, 45 Hoff Street, San Francisco
What:  Campaign Kickoff - Shamann Walton.
Tickets: waltonforschoolboard.com

June 22, 2014 - Sunday

World Cup 2014 in the Portola
When:  June 22, 2014 - Sunday
Noon
Where:  Burrows Pocket Park, 1 Burrows Street, San Bruno Ave., San Francisco
What:  Watch World Cup games in the Portola!  Free live screening of Team USA vs.  Portugal game, with seating, crafts, booths and fun games for kids of all ages.  
Information: pna@portolast.org

June 27, 2014 - Friday

Trans March Youth and Elder Brunch 2014
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where:  Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: Third Annual   Trans March Youth and Elder Brunch 2014. 
Free. Food, games, icebreakers, art station, face painting. 
Hosted by LYRIC, Open House and Trans March.  
Information: Anthony@lyric.org

Trans March 2014
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
3:00 p.m.
Where:  Dolores Park, San Francisco

Bustin' Out 2014!  TG! Justice Project
When:  June 27, 2014 - Friday
9:00 p.m.
Where:  El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  TGI Justice Project is hosting its annual fundraiser as an official  TransMarch afterparty!  Celebrate genderific resistance to policing, administrative violence and gender oppression.  

June 28, 2014 - Saturday

Pink  Triangle Installation and  Commemoration
When:  June 28, 2014 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where:  Top of Twin Peaks, San Francisco
What:  Pink Triangle Installation and Commemoration. 
Lea Delaria, a star on "Orange is the New Black" will be participating.
Information:  thepinktriangle.com

"This Is It" - Friends of Larkin Street Annual Gala
When:  June 28, 2014 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to Midnight
Where:  Hotel Kabuki 1625 Post Street, San Francisco
Friends of Larkin Street Annual Gala benefiting Larkin Street Youth Services.
Michael Jackson cover band - Foreverland - 14 Piece tribute to Michael Jackson and world class DJ - J Boogie.
 Tickets:  different levels   eventbrite.com 
Information: larkinstreetyouth.org

June 29, 2014 - Sunday

Alice B. Toklas Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Democratic Club - Pride Breakfast
When:  June 29, 2014 - Sunday
Door open:  7:45 a.m.
Breakfast and Program: 8:15 a.m.
Where:  Hyatt  Regency San Francisco, 5 Embarcadero Center, San Francisco
What:  Alice B.  Toklas Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Democratic Club Annual Pride Breakfast.    Special Guest Assembly Speaker Toni Atkins
Non-Alice Member $100./Alice Member $75.
Information/Tickets:  alicebtoklas.org

San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Pride
When: June 28, 2014 - Saturday - Celebration (civic center)  Noon to 6:00 p.m.
            June 29, 2014 - Sunday - Parade  10:30 a.m.
                                                          Celebration:  11:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
What:  San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration and Parade.  Market Street and Beale and ends at Market and 8th Street, San Francisco. Theme: "Color  Our World with Pride". 
 $5. donation for celebration
Information:  sfpride.org

June 30, 2014 - Monday

Emily Murase - Summer Sushi Fundraiser
When:  June 30, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Hana Zen, Pier 39, 39 Pier Suite, 235, San Francisco
What:  Fundraiser for Emily Murase for San Francisco School Board.    Japanese buffet hosted by owner Angie Louie.  
Tickets/RSVP: emilymurase.com
Information: chris@emilymurase.com

Please note:  Next Blog posting will be Monday,   June 23, 2014  Deadline 10:00 a.m. 
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San Francisco June Political Events - Amended

                                                           

Amendments:
Not sure is D5 Action is meeting Tuesday or met yesterday - Monday?
Added Middle Polk Neighborhood Association meeting for June 16th

June 9, 2014 - Monday

Alice B. Toklas Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Democratic Club
When:  June 9, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  Panel regarding San Francisco's LGBT Aging Policy Task Force landmark report identifying significant issues facing the aging LGBT population in San Francisco.
Mathew Bajko, Assistant Editor of the Bay Area Reporter will moderate the panel.
Panel members include Task force Chair Bill Ambrunn, Scott Wiener, Michelle Alcedo, Michael Costa, Tommi Mecca and Daniel Redman
Information:  alicebtoklas.org 

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association - Public Meeting
When:  June 9, 2014 - Monday
7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. - Meeting 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, San Francisco
What: Duboce Triange Neighborhood Association  Public Meeting.    From the agenda: 
Report on Formula Retail guideline recommendations from the Planning Department
SFWalk new pedestrian safety program.
Noe Street bulbout update
Jay Lu of SFMTA to report on the Sunset Tunnel project plans  including staging are on Duboce Avenue.
Information:  dtna.org

June 10, 2014 - Tuesday

June 10th - nomination period closes today for candidates running for Supervisor in November election.  New list will be posted on June 11th by Department of Elections

Vision Zero Task Force
When: June 10, 2014 - Tuesday
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 201, San Francisco
Information:  Mari Hunter mari.hunter@sfmta.com

Board of Supervisors
When:  June 10, 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

Port Commission
When:  June 10, 2014 - Tuesday
3:15 p.m.
Where: Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Leslie Katz, Kimberly Brandon, Mel Murphy, Doreen Woo Ho
Information: sf-port.org

*(not sure this meeting is happening?)D5 Action - meeting
When:  June 10, 2014 - Tuesday (might have been yesterday - Monday)
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Park Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What:  D5 Action meeting.  
Information: tesw@aol.com

District 6 Stakeholder Meeting
When: June 10, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  District 6 Stakeholder Meeting.
Co-Sponsors:  Alliance for a Better District 6, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition of SF, Tip Top Market
Presentations:
Bartlett Hall, 242 O'Farrell Street POE
Reopening of Cadillac Bar and Grill at 1355 Market Street ABC License
Moscone Center Expansion Draft Environment Impact Report
Mayor's Office of Workforce Development
Public Safety Updates

Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
When:  June 10, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  1 South Van Vess Avenue, 7th Floor, San Francisco
Committee Members:  Howard Bloomberg, Robin Brasso,  Anyan  Cheng, Kevin Clark, Chris Coghlan, Morgan Fitzgibbons, Todd Henry,, Beck Hogue, Sonja Kos, John Alex Lowell, R. Gary McCoy, Trevor McNeill, Pi Ra, Alex Reese, Thomas Rogers, Devin Silvenall, Howard Strassner, Kevin Stull, Christina Tang, Jon Winston
Information: sfpsac.com

sftransportation 2030 -  District Three    -  David Chiu
When:  June 10, 2014 - Tuesday
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p. m.
Where:    Betty Ann Ong Chinese Recreation Center, 1199 Mason Street, San Francisco
What:  sfransportation 2030.  District 3 - David Chiu   Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 2030, a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for the November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and San Francisco Public Works will host the open house, which will include a presentation and time to ask questions.
Information:   sftransportation2030.com

SPUR -  Empowering the Local Economy
When:  June 10, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: (note change of venue)  Airbnb, 888 Brannan, San Francisco
What:  Empowering the Local Economy.People are increasingly interested in supporting local businesses, sharing goods and services and accessing amenities online.  These trends have changed the economy and have resulted in many opportunities, as well as some new dilemmas, for government and traditional industries.  Conversation about the ways both policymakers and citizens are adapting to the new economic landscape.  Co-presented and hosted by Airbnb and sponsored by Koret Foundation:
NextCity - Diana Lind
SF Made - Janet Lees
Airbnb - Anita Roth
Peers - Millicent Johnson
Seifel Consulting - Libby Seifel
Free - Open to Public 
Information: spur.org

San Francisco School Board
When:  June 10, 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, Emily Murase, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information: sfusd.edu

June 11, 2014 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org

Children's Fund Rally
When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m. Rally
2:00 p.m. Hearing at Rules Committee, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
Where:  City Hall, San Francisco
What:  Join  Children's Funding Community Coalition in calling on City Hall to strengthen the Children's Fund.  Come speak at the public hearing.
1.  Include disconnected transitional age youth to age 24.
2.  Increase the Fund to address unmet need for children and youth 0-17 in San Francisco.
Include a commission overseeing the Department of Children, Youth and their Familes, to ensure transparency and accountability.
Eliminate the sunset date for the Fund.
Information: Chelsea Boilard cboilard@colemanadvocates.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information:  sfbos.org

Rules Committee - Special Meeting
When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Norman Yee, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

Police Commission
When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: (in transition)Thomas Mazzucco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Victor Hwang, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org

San Francisco LGBT Community Center - 2nd Annual Open House

When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday

6:00 p.m.

Where:  LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco

What:  San Francisco LGBT Community Center 2nd Annual Open House.  Free.

Hosted by The Center's Board of Directors.  Light dinner and cocktails, meet and mingle with other Center supporters and learn more about the Center's impact.
Board Members:  Amanda Keton, Rafael Mandelman, Terry Micheau, Michaeal Albert, Mika Albright, Masen Davis, Shane Glacken, Michael Hickcox, Therese Lee, Bob Michitarian, Mariko Pitts, Alex Randolph, Vanessa Schneider, Andrea Shorter, Kathryn Snyder

RSVP: SFLGBTCenter.Eventbrite.com

Haight Ashbury Public Realm Plan

When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Where:  Park Branch Library, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco

What:  Haight Ashbury Public Realm Plan including discussion about the  possibilities  for Haight Street between Central and Stanyan.  

Information: Alexis Smith alexis.smith@sfgov.org

San Francisco Young Democrats - General Meeting
When:  June 11, 2014 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Mr Smith's, 34 7th Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Young Democrats General Meeting:
Post election recap. Discuss results and how to move forward towards the November election.
Supervisor  Scott Wiener - will speak about his work to address 24-hour transportation options for the City.
Supervisor Jane Kim will speak on housing balance and reducing traffic deaths.
Information: sfyd.org

June 12, 2014 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When:  June 12, 2014 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  London Breed, Katy Tang, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Planning Commission
When:  June 12, 2014 - Thursday
Noon
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: (in transition)   Cindy Wu, Rodney Fong, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

sftransportation 2030 -   District Nine - David  Campos
When:   June 12, 2014 - Thursday 
 6:00 p.m. to  7:30 p.m.
Where:     Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  sfransportation 2030.  District 9 -  David Campos     Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 2030, a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for the November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and San Francisco Public Works will host the open house, which will include a presentation and time to ask questions.
Information:   sftransportation2030.com

Solutions Not Suspensions Film Premier
When:  June 12, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  San Francisco Library, 100 Larkin, San Francisco
What:  Coleman Advocates hosts the Premier of Coleman Advocates short film:  Solutions Not Suspensions.  Documentary directed by local filmaker Kevin Epps and documents the community-led campaign to end the school-to-prison-pipeline in San Francisco.  After the screening ther will be a Q&A with the Film Director and a panel that includes school discipline reform advocates and organizers;
Kevin Boggess - Coleman Advocates
Matt Haney - San Francisco School Board
Sarah Omojoia - Public Counsel
Jasmine Jones - Black Organizing Project
Coleman Advocates:  colemanadvocates.org

Tenants Together - Six Years of Raising the Roof for Renters

When:  June 12, 2014 - Thursday

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Where:  111 Minna Gallery, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco

What:  Tenants Together Anniversary party celebrating six years of building renter power.  Raising the Roof for Renters 2014! 

Tickets:  tenantstogether.org  $25. in advance $35. at the door.

Bay Guardian Community Forum:  Bikes, Buses, and Budgets:  How to create the transportation system San Franciscans need.

When:  June 12, 2014 -  Thursday

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 

Where:  LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco

What:  Bay Guardian Community Transportation  Forum.  Explore the current swirl of challenges and initiatives that will determine how people get around San Francisco.  They will discuss transportation funding measures recently placed on the Fall ballot.

Information:  sfbg.com

SPUR - Parking:  A Temporary Problem

When:  June 12, 2014 - Thursday

6:00 p.m.

Where:  SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco

What:  SPUR - Parking:  A Temporary Problem?  Come hear a discussion about the present state of parking and what can be done to make the future less gridlocked.

Erick Arguello - Calle 24

Patrick Siegman - Nelson/Nygaard

Thea Selby - San Francisco Transit Riders Union

Lauren Mattern - SFMTA

Pete Dempster - DriveNow USA

$10. Non-Members

Information:  spur.org

Chinese For Affirmative Action - 45th Anniversary Celebration of Justice

When:  June 12, 2014 -  Thursday 

7:00 p.m. Dinner and Program

Where:  Empress of China, 838 Grant Avenue, San Francisco

 What:  Chinese for Affirmative Action 45th Anniversary Celebration of Justice

Honorees:

Jack W. Lee

Dae Joong Yoon

Isabel Huie

Emcee:  Odette Keeley

Information and Tickets:   caasf.org  $200.

San Francisco For Democracy - June General Meeting
When:  June 12, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. 
Where:  Mission District Police Station, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco for Democracy General Meeting. 
 Climate Hope.  Come see a slide show from Citizens' Climate Lobby. 
David Latterman -- will analyze the June 3rd election. 
Information: communications@sf4democracy.org sf4democracy.org

June 13, 2014 - Friday


 Hack The Housing Crisis
When:  June 13, 2014 - Friday
8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Impact Hub Bay Area, 901 Mission Street, San  Francisco
What:   Hack The Housing Crisis.  Conference to innovate solutions that address the need for affordable housing in San Francisco and the Bay Area.  Workshops will explore creative ideas for improving access to housing and encourage collaborations among diverse stakeholders.
The event will convene community members and experts in a variety of fields, including urban planning, tenants' rights, transportation, residential construction, communal living, real estate, finance, architecture and design and city planning administration.
Speakers: Jeff Adachi, Ophelia Basgal, Corey Cook, Mark Hogan, Christine Johnson, Howard Koenig, Fernando Marti, Tim McCormick, Betsy Morris,Yi Zhang
Sponsored by the San Francisco Public Press and Shareable and hosted by the Impact Hub.
Information/tickets:    eventbrite.com

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission
When:  June 13, 2014 - Friday
9:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What:  SFMTA Special meeting. Director's Report (for discussion only)  Disclosure of labor agreements.
Authority:  Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information: sfmta.com

Alicia Bustos Sandoval - "Celebrating 40 years" Fundraiser
When:  June 13, 2014 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  Florida Cafe, 710 Florida Street, San Francisco
What:  You are invited to celebrate Alicia Bustos Sandoval's 40th birthday.  Proceeds will benefit the 2015 Cesar Chavez Parade and Festival
Sponsors:  Office of Abogado Gomez, Irv Hershenbaum, Brooke Oliver, Rhina Ramos, Luis Gutierrez, Jose Calderon, Christine Chavez
Host Committee:  Miguel Bustos, Jim Salinas Sr., Isabel Sandoval, Gladys Soto, Erick Arguello, Veronica Ramirez, Roberto Hernandez, Eriberto Fernandez, Deborah Gallegos
$20. 
RSVP:  cesarchavezday@gmail.com

June 14, 2014 - Saturday

Fight for $15 in San Francisco - Mobilization and Signature Gathering
When:  June 14, 2014 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  16th Street Mission BART Station, 2000 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Fight for $15 minimum wage in San Francisco - Mobilization and Signature Gathering.
Please join community, labor and students as San Francisco leaders the fight in raising standards for all workers.

3rd Annual Howard Grayson LGBT Elder Life Conference
When:  June 14, 2014 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  3rd Annual Howard Grayson LGBT Elder Life Conference. 

North Beach Festival
When:  June 14, 2014 - Saturday - 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
              June 15, 2014 - Sunday  -   10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  North Beach, San Francisco
Information:   SRESProductions.com

Plaza 16 Festival
When:  June 14, 2014 - Saturday

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. - 
Where:  16th Street and Mission, San Francisco
What:  The 16th Street Plaza belongs to the Community.  Help to celebrate their community and culture and a Plaza for the people.  

Information:  Plaza16.org

Re-elect Malia Cohen for Supervisor Campaign Kickoff
When:  June 14, 2014 - Saturday
3:00 p.m.
Where: Campaign Headquarters in the Bayview,  4734 3rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Re-election Malia Cohen for Supervisor Campaign Kickoff.  
Tickets: act.myngp.com
Information:  electmalia.org

June 15, 2014 - Sunday

Father's Day 

Memorial for Maya Angelou
When:  June 15, 2014 - 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Glide Memorial United Methodist Church, 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What:  Memorial for Maya  Angelou.  Blocking the streets surrounding the Church.

June 16, 2014 - Monday

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Carmen Chu
When:  June 16, 2014 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  St. Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisc
What:  Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Monthly Meeting
Main speaker:  Carmen Chu, the City's Assessor-Recorder.  She will be addressing topics that affect the City and our Neighborhood.
Information:  frank@middlepolk.org

 June 17, 2014 - Tuesday

San Francisco Gray Panthers
When:  June 17, 2014 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  Don't Vote for the 1%.  Trapped by the Two-Party System.  Free.
Information:  graypantherssf.igc.org

Happy Hour Reception with Kamala Harris
When:  June 17, 2014 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Redford San Francisco, 673 Geary Street, San Francisco
What:  Happy Hour Reception with Attorney General Kamala Harris.
Co-Hosts:  Mike Kim, Schuyler Hudak,  Justin Roja, Scott Roberts,   Obai Rambo, Nicle Hart, Diane Lee, Rebecca Prozan, Bill Hemenger, Austin Davis, Dori Camino, Jerome Pandell, Nick Gilbert, Reese Aaron Isbell, Juan David Cerda, Michael Soncuya, Christina Gagnier
$50., $100., $500., $1,000.
Information: tinyurl.com/617Harris

June 18, 2014 -  Wednesday

Plan C - Annual Fundraiser and Quality of Life Hero Award Presentation
When:  June 18, 2014 -  Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  The Transamerica Pyramid, Penthouse Conference Center, 48th Floor Center at 600 Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What:  Plan C Annual Fundraiser and Quality of Life Hero Award Presentation
2014 Recipient and Keynote Speaker:  Phil Ginsburg, General Manager, San Francisco Recreation and Park Department. 
Hors d'oeuvres, hosted wine and better and refreshments. 
Tickets: Plan C Non-Member $80.12, Plan C Member $53.74 Ticket Information: 
2014-plancsf-fundraiser.eventbrite.com

Noe Valley Democratic Club -  David Latterman
When:  June 18, 2014 -  Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What:  Noe Valley Democratic Club - David Latterman, Campaign Consultant and Public Policy Expert and political pundit will discuss the primary  election.  David will share his insight into the whys and wherefores of this election and what it foreshadows for the November election
Information:  Molly Fleischman - Molly@ffrsf.com

June 19, 2014 - Thursday

Richmond District Democratic Club - Summer Soiree
When:  June 19, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Cassava, 3519 Balboa Street, San Francisco
What:  2014 Richmond District Summer Soiree.  President's Lifetime Achievement Award to former Supervisor Jake McGoldrick.
$65. General  Admission , $40. Seniors and Students.
Tickets: rddc.nationbuilder.com
Information:  Peter Lauterborn plauterborn@gmail.com

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