Monday, April 25, 2016

San Francisco Political Events - April 25, 2016 to May 2, 2016 - Additions



*Additions/New Items - 3 items

April 25, 2016 - Monday

Land Use and Transportation Committee
When:  April 25, 2016 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener, Aaron Peskin
Information:  sfbos.org

Ethics Commission
When:  April 25, 2016 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Brett Andrews, Daina Chiu, Beverly Hayon, Peter Keane, Paul 
Renne
Information:  sfethics.org

Latinos Unidos DCCC Candidate Mixer and Ballot Initiative Presentations
When:  April 25, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Velet Cantina, 3349 23rd Street, San Francisco
What:  DCCC candidates mixer to meet candidates looking to represent the Democratic Party in San Francisco.
There will be an opportunity to hear directly from the campaigns representing the ballot initiatives up for a vote on June 7th.
Light food and refreshments will be provided.
Information:  latinosunidos@gmail.com
Source:  Facebook event


State Senate Debate
When:  April 25, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Hall of Flowers, Golden Gate Park, County Fair Building auditorium, San Francisco
What:  Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association SHARP and ISPN are co-sponsoring a debate between Supervisors Jane Kim and Scott Wiener who are running for State Senate in June primary.
Source:  Facebook page

April 26, 2016 - Tuesday

Board of Supervisors
When:  April 26, 2016 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Aaron Peskin, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Hillary Clinton - Atlantic Coast Primary Watch Party/Phone Bank
When:  April 26, 2016 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Skylark Bar, 3089 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Watch the Atlantic Coast primary returns with friends and Hillary volunteers. Cheer her on in Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Maryland and Delaware.
Bring your phones to call fellow volunteers to sign up for shifts to call CA voters and knock on doors.
Once returns are in, they will walk over  to  this month's pop-up Hillary office at 3525 16th Street for beverages and pizza.
Information:  hilllaryclinton.com


School District
When:  April 26, 2016 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
School Board:  Matt Haney, Shamann Walton, Sandra Lee Fewer, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Emily Murase, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information:  sfusd.edu

Friends of San Francisco Housing Action Coalition - SFHAC - Happy Hour
When:  April 26, 2016 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  John  Colins, 138 Minna Street, San Francisco
What:  A chance to enjoy a drink and meet some Friends who care about San Francisco's housing future.  The happy hour is free to attend and folks that arrive early will get a drink ticket for a draft beer or well cocktail.
Information:  sfhac.org/friends
Source:  Facebook events


April 27, 2016 - Wednesday

Supervisor Eric Mar's Earth Day Reception
When:  April 27, 2016 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Supervisor Eric Mar, City Hall, Room 284, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Eric Mar, the Surfrider Foundation and Sierra Club-Bay/SF Chapter for "Earth Day" reception in Eric Mar's office.
Gathering to honor all the champions in District 1 who do great work for our environment in many different areas including community gardens, green shoots, organizing and activism, environmental and climate justice.
Source:  Facebook events

Hump Days with Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Jane Kim
When:  April 27, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where:  Q-Bar, 456 Castro Street, San Francisco
What:  Stop by for a beverage of your choice, and help promote Jane Kim for State Senate.
Source:  Facebook events

April 28, 2016 - Thursday

Rules Committee
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Katy Tang, Eric Mar, Malia Cohen
Information:  sfbos.org

Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
2:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Jane Kim, John Avalos, David Campos
Information:  sfbos.org

Kimberly Alvarenga for Supervisor
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  745 Chestnut Street, #301 @Columbus and Jones, San Francisco
              Home of Dick Grosboll
What:  Join in Fighting for San Francisco!  - Fundraiser  for Kimberly Alvarenga
for Supervisor in District 11:
Hosting:
Patrons:  Dennis Antenore, Brian Basinger, Monica Brennan, Dick Grosboll, Maria Guillen, Dennis and Hene Kelly, Tony Kelly, Esther Marks, Paul Melbostad, Cris Romero and John Melichar, Dennis Seely
Sponsors:  Tami Bryant, Larry Bush, Dimitri Charalambous, Gwenn Craig and Esperanza Macia, Edward Denebeim, Bob Dockendorff, Judith Flynn, Gail Gilman and Larry Zientarski, Roma Guy, Eileen Hansen, Ed Harrington, Janice Holloway, Sharon Johnson, Diane Jones, Victor Marquez, G. Schuttish, Jane Segal, Kay Taneyhill and George Matias, Maggi Weis, Tes Welborn
Friends
Jan Adams, Pam Brennan, Betsy Brown, Sally Bachmann and Walker Dukes, Sue Bushnell, Bernie Choden, Susie Collier and Robert Herman, Shannon Dodge, Robert Fitch, Robert C. Friese, Louise Guy, Jo Ann Hendricks, Bill Hirsh, Philip Hoehn, Joan Holden, David Keenan, John Kirk, Robert Lehman,  Jonee Levy and Harvey Hacker, Bruce Livingston, Donna Mandel and Ken Jacobs, Fran Martin, Kate Monica Klein, Jane Morrison, Meg Newman and Sharon  Boschert, Pamela  Peniston, Mitzi Raas, Laurie Salen, Susan Seinfeld, Max Siegel, Robert Smithers, Sheila Tully and Rick Claymore, Mark Vermeulen
Hosted beverages, hors d'oeuvres
Suggested Donation:  $35., $100., $250., $500.
Information:  Esther Marks 415-665-5417 or
Donation:  kimalvarenga.nationbuilder.com/donate

Transparency not Impunity of SFPD
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where:   SEIU 1021, 350 Rhode Island Street, San Francisco  (enter on Kansas Street side)
What:  Senate Bill 1826 bought forward by Senator Mark Leno  to bring transparency to cops of SFPD.
State Senator Mark Leno comes to  Justice 4 Mario Woods Coalition Tribunal.  Come and listen and question to see if in fact SB1286 will benefit our communities.
Hosted by Alex Nieto Coalition, Amilcar Petez Lopez Coalition, Justice 4 Mario Woods Coalition
Source:  Facebook events

*Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Monthly Community Convening.  Topics include 311 Information.  Updates on Hot Spot Walk and updates on crime.
Information:  James C. Moore 415-206-2140 ext 155  bhnc.org


OSPRA (Outer Sunset/Parkside Residents Association -Meet your California State Senate Candidates
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Ortega Branch Library, 3223 Ortega Street, San Francisco
What:  Meet your California State Senate candidates running for State Senate:  Democrats Jane Kim and Scott Wiener and Republican Ken Loo.
They will be taking questions about our concerns for the the neighborhood.
Source:   hoodline.com/events

*Richmond District Democratic Club - April Meeting
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  SFPD Richmond Station, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Speakers:  Cathy Deluca from WalkSF updating on Vision Zero their new advocacy agenda for Automated Speed Enforcement.
Supervisor John Avalos proposed legislation to establish more humane procedures for the removal of homeless encampents.
Also officer elections and discussion mobilizations and outreach for endorsed candidates.
Information:  rddcsf.org
Source:  Facebook

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association, Lower Polk Neighbors and Cathedral Hill Neighborhood Association - Housing and Community Development and Preservation 
When:  April 28, 2016 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  1541 Polk Street, (between California Street and Sacramento) San Francisco
Co-Hosting a discussion with Supervisor Aaron Peskin and other special guests for a discussion of housing and community development and preservation.
Source:  Email from Middle Polk Neighborhood Association  moe@middlepolk.org

April 29, 2016 - Friday

SFVision
When:  April 29, 2016 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Mission Neighborhood Resource Center, 165 Capp Street, San Francisco
What:  Public forum on police violence and how to bring the SFPD under community control.
Speakers include Sana Salim, who recently covered the Alex Nieto trial for 48 Hills; Father Richard Smith, who will discuss the Amilcar Perez Lopez case, Yayne Abeba from the Mario Woods coalition and others.
Sponsored by SFVision.
Source:  Facebook events

April 30, 2016 - Saturday

Russian Hill Neighbors District 3 Community Forum with David Chiu and Aaron Peskin
When:  April 30, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  City College of San Francisco, Chinatown North Beach Campus, 808 Kearny Street, San Francisco
What:  Forum aims to create a platform for community members from  all our diverse neighborhoods in District 3 including North Beach, Barbara Coast, Jackson Square, Telegraph Hill, Chinatown, Fisherman's Wharf, Russian Hill, Nob Hill, Polk Street, and Financial District to hear about the work of Assemblyman  David Chiu and Supervisor Aaron Peskin.
Information:  rhnsf.org
Source:  Facebook event

Shared Schoolyard Project - Playground Re-opening in Parkside
When:  April 30, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Dianne Feinstein Elementary School, 2550 25th Avenue, San Francisco
What:Join Supervisor Mark Farrell for kick-off event marking the grand re-opening of the schoolyard on weekends for public use.  The event will include activities for the whole neighborhood, free lunch and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Community partners:  San Francisco Public Library Parkside Branch, CAMP EDMO and Education Outside.
RSVP sfsharedschoolyard.org/kickoff_feinstein
Source:  Facebook events

Save Midtown - Celebrating 51 years in the Fillmore - Community BBQ and Fundraiser
When:  April 30, 2016 - Saturday
Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Save Midtown, 1415 Scott Street, San Francisco
What:  139 Midtown families invite you to celebrate 51 years that they have spent in the Fillmore/Western Addition.  Share food, share stories and learn about  their struggle.  BBQ, live music by legendary San Francisco blues musicians and our friends form the Mission, and dancing.
Our families have been through about during the last 8 months of the longest rent strike in San Francisco History.It's time to rejoice and celebrate!
Source:  Facebook events

May `1, 2016 - Sunday

Bayview/Dogpatch Sunday Streets
When:  May 1, 2016 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  SundayStreetsSF.com/Bayview-050116
What:  Celebrate the south side of the Bayview/Dogpatch Sunday Streets.
Walk, bike, dance, play - explore your way down 3rd Street from 18th to Yosemite Street
Source:  Facebook events

Elect San Francisco Delegates to Democratic National Convention - Hillary Clinton
When:  May 1, 2016 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (doors open at 2:00 p.m.- doors close at 3:00 p.m.)
Where:  Laborers 261, 3271 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  Democratic National Convention Selection of Delegates for Hillary Clinton (District 12)
 If you are registered democrat and live in District 12 (Nancy Pelosi) you can come in and vote and leave.  But you can only vote between 2 and 3:00 p.m.
In District 12 in San Francisco, we have votes for 4+1 Alternate men and 5 women to be delegates.
Information:  convention.democrats.org
                       cadem.org/events/dnc-district-level-delegate-caucus-meetings

National Convention Selection of Delegates for Bernie Sanders
When:  May 1, 2016 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where:  Chez Poulet, 3359 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco (cross streets between Mission and Shotwell)
What:  Democratic National Convention Selection of Delegates for Bernie Sanders (District 12). You can vote if you are a registered democrat and live congressional district 12 (Pelosi). You must be in line by 3:00 p.m. in order to receive a ballot to vote.
In district 12 in San Francisco, we will vote for 4 + 1 Alternate men and 5 women to be delegates.
Information:  convention.democrats.org
Information:  cadem.org/events/dnc-district-level-delegate-caucus-meetings
Source:  Facebook events

*Meet Jane Kim 
When:  May 1, 2016 - Sunday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  South Beach Cafe, 800 The Embarcadero, San Francisco
What:  Meet Jane Kim, candidate for State Senate District 11.
Hosted by Susan and Stephen Jaffe and Sue and Rod Bushnell
Source:  Facebook events


May 2, 2016 - Monday

Aaron Peskin Talks Tenderloin
When:  May 2, 2016 - Monday
Noon
Where:  Tenderloin Museum, 398 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  Bring your lunch and come to the second Lunch Time Speaker Series event, with District Three Supervisor Aaron Peskin.
He will address housing, small business preservation and other issues impacting both the Tenderloin and the entire city.
Peskin will be interviewed by Tenderloin Museum founder Randy Shaw.  Questions will be taken from the audience.
Tickets:  eventbrite:  eventbrite.com/e/aaron-peskin-talks-tenderloin-tickets-24465516017
Information:  tenderloinmuseum.org
Source:  Facebook events

Asian Pacific American Heritage Awards and Ceremony
When:  May 2, 2016 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness, San Francisco
What:  Asian Pacific American Heritage Month.  Each year this celebration recognizes Asian Pacific American individuals and organizations that have made a positive impact in their community.
 Event registration:   apasf.org
Source:  Facebook events

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Meeting
When:  May 2, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, (at Grove) San Francisco.
What:  Update on property crimes in the area.  Has there been a decrease in property crimes in Northern Station 2016 over 2015?
Information:  Bob Barnwell - bbarnwell6@hotmail.com

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Deadline Sunday      May 1, 2016   - 5:00 p.m.

Monday, April 18, 2016

San Francisco Political Events - April 18th through April 25th, 2016



 Photo by Larry Wong


April 18, 2016 - Monday

1908 Earthquake and Fire Remembrance
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
4:30 a.m.
Where:  Lotta's Fountain,   intersection of Market Street, where Geary and Kearny Street connect, San Francisco
What:  Remember the 1906 Great Earthquake and Fire and celebrate the survival and rebirth of the city.  This year's ceremony is dedicated to the memory of Bill Del Monte, the last known survivor of the 1906  earthquake, who died in January at the age of 109.
Source:  Facebook events

Land Use and Transportation Committee
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener, Aaron Peskin
Information:  sfbos.org

San Francisco Youth Commission
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Luis Avalos-Nunez, Jillian Wu, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Erica Kong, Stephanie Li, Cris Plunkett, Anna He, Jessica Calderon, Noah David, Giovanna Soto, William Juarez, Cecilia Nicole Galeano, Madeleine Matz, Anna Bernick, Jarrett Mao, Grace Pating, Hatim Mansori
Information:  sfbos.org


 San Francisco Women's Political Committee
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  03 Bistro & Lounge, 524 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Happy Hour by the Policy Committee.  Featuring SFWPC DCCC endorsed candidate and Board of Education Commissioner Sandra Lee Fewer. 
Information:  Laura Lane lauralane@sfwpc.org
Source:  Facebook events

 Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Saint Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  From the agenda:  Welcoming Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu.
Information: middlepolk.org

Warriors Playoff
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where:  Oracle Auditorium, Oakland, Ca.

April 19, 2016 - Tuesday

San Francisco Gray Panthers - What's the future for the Gray Panthers?
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  What's the future for the Gray Panthers?  Come to meeting to take part in a discussion of the alternatives for the future.
Information:  graypantherssf.igc.org

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Board of Directors:  Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Gwyneth Borden, Malcolm Heinicke, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information:  sfmta.com

Board of Supervisors
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Aaron Peskin, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Central City Democrats - 2016 Primary Election Meet and Greet
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  New Delhi Restaurant, 160 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What:  2016 Primary Election Meet and Greet
Keynote Speaker:  Anh Nguyen - Community Organizer/Economic Development Consultant
Get together of community, elected officials, candidates running for political office, ballot measures, and Department of Elections information table.
Central City Democrats will be commemorating their 10th Anniversary.
Information:  centralcitydemocrats@yahoo.com
Source:  Facebook  events

Bar Association of San Francisco League of Women Voters of San Francisco - Candidate Forum for San Francisco Superior Court Judge Seat 7
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  BASF Conference Center, 301 Battery Street, 3rd Floor, San Francisco
What:  Candidate Forum for Superior Court Judge  Seat 7:
Paul Henderson
Victor Hwang
Sigrid Irias
Opening Remarks - Bar Association of San Francisco President Michael Tubach, O'Melveny & Meyers
Moderator:  David Carrillo
The Judicial Candidates Forum is nonpartisan, free and open to public.
Information:    Tickets:  sfbar.org/calendar/eventdetail 
                        lwvsf.org
Source:  Facebook events

San Francisco Young Democrats - June Election endorsement meeting
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Cadillac Bar & Grill, 44 9th Street, San Francisco
What:  Meet candidates for the local Democratic County Central Committee, Superior Court Judge and campaign representatives for the June ballot measures.
Information:  sfyd.org
Source:  Facebook events

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club -  General Meeting
When:  April 19, 2016 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  From agenda:
This is an endorsement vote meeting for sole endorsing Sandra Lee Fewer for District 1 Supervisor and  Hilary Ronen for District 9 Supervisor
Supervisor John Avalos speaking about his proposal for new restrictions on the City's sweeping of homeless encampments.
PrEP Me Please! Panel Discussion - Latest strategy in HIV prevention.  
Shannon Weber, Pierre Cedric Crouch, Austin Padilla, Tapakorn Prasertsith.
Moderated by Laura Thomas.
Information:  milkclub.org
Source:  Facebook events

April 20, 2016 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Katy Tang, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farell, Katy Tang, Norman Yee, Jane Kim, Scott Wiener
Information:  sfbos.org

Victor Hwang for Judge 2016 Kick Off
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Crystal Jade Jiang Nan Restaurant, 4 Embarcadero Center, #1,  Outdoor mezzanine patio, San Francisco
What:   Kickoff Celebration for Victor Hwang for Superior Court of San Francisco..
Supporters include David Chiu, Phil Ting, Ed Lee, George Gascon, John Avalos, David  Campos , Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Aaron Peskin, Norman Yee
Endorsers include San Francisco Women's Political Committee, Richmond District Democratic Club, SEIU Local 1021, UNITE HERE LOCAL 2, South Beach District 6 Democratic Club, Community Tenants Association
Information: hwangforjudge.com
Source:  Facebook events

Police Commission
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco

 Dolores Street Community Services - 2016 Open Palm  Awards
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  The Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa Street, San Francisco
What:  A fundraiser and celebration honoring the accomplishments of Dolores Street Community Services.
 Awardees:
 National Domestic Workers Alliance  - Immigration Rights Award
Bevan Dufty - Homeless Services Award
Miguel Perez- Neighborhood Legacy Award
Sit Down Dinner, Entertainment, Raffle prizes
Tickets:  $125.; Non-Profit Employee $75.
Tickets/Information   dscs.org

Elections Commission
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Jill Rowe, Christopher Jerdonek, Rosabella Safont, Winnie Yu, Charles Jung, Dominic Paris, Roger Donaldson
Information:  415-554-4305

San Francisco Latino Democratic Club - General Meeting
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  518 Valencia - The Eric Quezada Center for Culture and Politics, 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What:  Endorsement meeting for Superior Court Judge, Seat 7,  early endorsement for D9 Supervisors and D11 Supervisors, DCCC Ballot Measures.
Information:  sflatinodemocrats.com
Source:  Facebook events

D5 Action Meeting
When:  April 20, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Cyprian's, corner of Turk and Lyon, San Francisco
What:  Neighborhoods news and issues, reviewing the ballot measures.
Information:  tesw@aol.com

April 21, 2016 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
9:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Aaron Peskin, Norman Yee, London Breed
Information:  sfbos.org

Recreation and Park Commission
When:  April 21, 2016 - 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:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
Noon
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Rodney Fong, Dennis Richards, Michael Antonini, Rich Hillis, Christine Johnson, Kathrin Moore, Cindy Wu
Information:  sf-planning.org

San Francisco For Hillary - Happy Hour
When:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Alchemist Bar & Lounge, 679 3rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Come mix and mingle with your fellow San Francisco Hillary supporters.
No-host bar.
 Information:  hillaryclinton.com
Source:  Facebook events

London Breed's Re-election Campaign Kick-Off
When:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Origin, 1538 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What:  Re-election Campaign for Supervisor London Breed - District 5.
Everyone is welcome.
Suggested Donation:  $50., $100., $250., $2500. londonforsupervisor.nationbuilder.com/campaignkickoff
Source:  Facebook events

Sandra Lee Fewer Fundraising Banquet
When:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Dragon Beaux, 5700 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What:  Fundraising Banquet for Sandra Lee Fewer for Supervisor - District One
Ticket Level:  $100., $250., $350., $500.
Information/Donation:  sandrafewer.com/events

Third Annual 48 Hills Gala:  Support Independent local media!
When:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Starlight Room, atop Sir Francis Drake Hotel,  450 Powell Street, San Francisco
What:  Third Annual 48 Hills Gala.  Cocktails, light  food, music.  Special guests.
Donation:  Event Attendee: $50.; Low Income/Student $35.; Comrade-in-Truth $100.;
48 Hills Fellow Traveler $250.; Proud, Outspoken Sponsor $500.; Independent Media Super  Hero $1,000.
Tickets:    48hills.org
Source:  Facebook events

 San Francisco Transit Riders - Make Transit Awesome:  Crowdfunding Campaign Kick-Off
When:  April 21, 2016 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  DG717 Incubation/Coworking, 717 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Transit Riders is launching first-ever IndiGoGo campaign:  Make Transit Awesome.
Snacks, drinks,   - special guest speakers, including:
Eugenia Chien - founder of Muni Diaries
Jeffrey Tumlin - Principal and Director of Strategy at Nelson/Nygaard
Thea Selby - Board  Chair of SF Transit Riders
Sliding Scale donation - $5.-25.
 San Francisco Transit Riders is launching  a "30 by 30" campaign" - get anywhere in 30 minutes.
Information:  sftransitriders.org
Source:  Facebook events

April 22, 2016 - Friday 

Local Agency Formation Commission City and County of San Francisco
When:  April 22, 2016 - Friday
1:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Members:  John Avalos, David Campos, Eric Mar, Cynthia Crews
Information:  sfbos.org

Inspiring Women for DCCC Reform
When:  April 22, 2016 - Friday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Farmer Brown Restaurant, 25 Mason Street, San Francisco
What:  Join co-hosts Sunny Angulo, Dori Caminong, Wendy Aragon, Laura Hahn, Chelsea Bollard and Stephany Ashley to support the women of the San Francisco Reform Democrats slate:
DCCC AD 17:
Cindy Wu
Frances Hsieh
Pratima Gupta
Sophenia Maxwell
Alysabeth Alexander
Petra DeJesus
Jane Kim
DCCC AD 19:
Brigitte Davila
Myrna Melgar
Hene Kelly
Sandra Lee Fewer
Leah LaCroix
Help these women kick off their campaigns for the SFDCCC.
Source:  Facebook events

Bay Area Labor for Bernie Rally
When:  April 22, 2016 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  SEIU Local 87, 240 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Labor for Bernie  focusing on getting activists involved.
RSVP:  secure.berniesanders.com/page/event/detail/4gv5t
Information:  Christian Einfeldt einfeldt@gmail.com
Source:  Facebook events


April 23, 2016 - Saturday

Coffee chat with Jonathan Lyons - Candidate for Supervisor in District One
When:  April 23, 2016 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where:  Heartbaker, 1408 Clement Street, San Francisco
Information:  jonathanlyens.com
Source:  Facebook events

SF Cesar E. Chavez Holiday Parade and Festival 2016
When:  April 23, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Mission District 19th Street and Dolores
What:  Celebrating 54 years of the Farm Worker Movement in the Historic Calle 24 Latino Cultural District
Information:  cesarchavezday.org
Source:  Facebook events

Team Jane Mobilization 
When:  April 23, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  91 McAllister Street, San Francisco
What:  First big Precinct Walk Mobilization.
Tickets:  janekim.org
Source:  Facebook events

Black Young Democrats of San Francisco
When:  April 23, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 12:30
Where:  501 Cesar Chavez, San Francisco
What:  Membership meeting
Information:  Theo Ellington elingtontheo@gmail.com
Source:  Facebook page

 Mighty  Mutt March - Save dog walking in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area.
When:  April 23, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:  Crissy Field, San Francisco. Start at the west end on the Crissy Field airfield (near the Gulf of Farallones Visitors Center/Marine Drive) March will meander through the airfield heading east onto the promenade to the East Beach picnic area.  Route is approximately 1 mile.
What:  Join dog and recreation lovers from throughout the Bay Area for a march and rally to save dog walking in the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Biscuits and water for doggies will be provided at end of the route.  Live entertainment.
 Sponsors:  Crissy Field Dog Group, Coastside DOG, Ft. Function Dog Walkers, Grateful Dog Rescue, Marin County DOG, Save Our Recreation, SFDOG, SF Professional Dog Walkers, DogPAC, Point Isabel Dog Owners, Albany Landfill Dog Owners Group, Lamorinda Dogs, Muttville, Pet Food Express, SF Puppy Prep, Care2.
Source:  Facebook Page

April 25, 2016 - Monday

Latinos Unidos DCCC Candidate Mixer and Ballot Initiative Presentations
When:  April 25, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Velet Cantina, 3349 23rd Street, San Francisco
What:  DCCC candidates mixer to meet candidates looking to represent the Democratic Party in San Francisco.
There will be an opportunity to hear directly from the campaigns representing the ballot initiatives up for a vote on June 7th.
Light food and refreshments will be provided.
Information:  latinosunidos@gmail.com
Source:  Facebook event

  State Senate Debate
When:  April 25, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Hall of Flowers, Golden Gate Park, County Fair Building auditorium, San Francisco
What:  Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association SHARP and ISPN are co-sponsoring a debate between Supervisors Jane Kim and Scott Wiener who are running for State Senate in June primary.
Source:  Facebook page


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Monday, April 11, 2016

San Francisco Political Events - April 11, 2016 to April 18th, 2016 - Additional events



 Picture by Dave Cruise - Bunnies - City Hall - "Intrude"  Exhibit by Amanda Parer
*Additional Events - Five events - see Saturday, Sunday and Monday


Information: http://www.7x7.com/culture/giant-bunnies-invade-civic-center-plaza

*Additional Events

April 11, 2016 - Monday

Land Use and Transportation Committee
When:  April 11, 2016 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener, Aaron Peskin
Information:  sfbos.org

San Francisco For Hillary Clinton Community Office - Grand Opening
When:  April 11, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  3525 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Grand opening of the temporary community volunteer office for Hillary Clinton.  Office os open for the month of April where they will be holding daily phone banks for upcoming primary states to help the campaign with key contests.  Meet other Hillary supporters, pick up a button, bumper sticker or window sign, enjoy some snacks and beverages and learn how you can help Hillary Clinton win the nomination.
RSVP  hillaryclinto.com/events/view/02N2VMTUK5AKWMQB
Source:  Facebook events



Reception for Kamala Harris U.S. Senate
When:  April 11, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m.  to 6:30 p.m. - Co-Host/Sponsor Reception
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  - Reception
Where:  John's Grill, 63 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What:  Reception  Support Kamala Harris for U.S. Senate.
Sponsors:  Fiona Ma, John and Athena Konstin, Mark Leno, Kris Perry and Sandy Stier, Sushma Taylor, Michael Tilson Thomas and Joshua Robison
Host committee members:  Lee Baxter, London Breed, Chris Connie, Kelly Darmody and Billie Mizell, Wayne Friday, Hala Hijazi, Jason Hinson, Suzy Jones, Leslie Katz, Suzy Loftus, Debbie Mesloh, Marily Mondejar, Rebecca Prozan, Andrea Shorter, tim Silard and Bennie Mackey, II, Julius turman,  Robert  F. Kennedy Democratic Club, Supervisor Scott Wiener
General Reception $250., $500., $1,000.; $150. Young Professionals
VIP Reception $5,400./$2,700
Information:  Hannah hannah@kamalaharris.org

New Avenues Democratic Club - State Senate Endorsement
When:  April 11, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  The Pizza Place on Noriega, 3901 Noriega, San Francisco
What:  Come hear from the campaign of Jane Kim and Scott Wiener for State Senate.
Members will then vote.
Club will also consider a resolution in support of automated speed limit endorsement as a possible pedestrian safety measure.
Information: newavenues.nationbuilder.com
Source:  Facebook event

April 12, 2016 - Tuesday

Board of Supervisors
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Aaron Peskin, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Housing Community Involvement Meeting
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  Co-Sponsors:  Alliance for a Better District 6, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Association Coalition of SF, Tip Top Market
Agenda:
The Tenderloin People's Congress
Eddy & Taylor Streets Family Housing Development Project
1036 Mission Street Family Housing Development Project
MBS, Block 6E, aka 1300 4th Street Development Project
430 Turk Street Senior and Disabled Housing, Building Rehab
939-951 Eddy Street Senior & Disabled Housing, Building Rehab
350 Ellis Street Senior &  Disabled Housing, Building Rehab
Clementina Towers, 320 Clementina Street Senior & Disabled Housing
O'Farrell Towers, 469 O'Farrell Street Senior & Disabled Housing, Building Rehab
Yosemite Apartments, 480 Eddy Street Building Rehab
Information: 415-820-1560
Source:  Facebook page

School Board
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
Board of Education - Matt Haney, Shamann Walton, Sandra Lee Fewer, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Emily Murase, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Student Delegates to the Board of Education:  Teresia Chen, Miguel Tantiado
Information:  sfusd.edu

San Francisco Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400,  San Francisco
Committee:  Howard Bloomberg, Kevin Clark, Chris Coghlan, Morgan Fitzgibbons, Todd  Henry, John Alex Lowell, Trevor McNeil,  Meredith Osborn, Thomas Rogers, Kevin Stull, Christina Tang, John Winston
Source:  Facebook events

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Democratic County Central Committee candidates from Assembly District 17
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, downstairs Game Room, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What:  Endorsement process for Democratic County Central Committee in Assembly District 17.  Candidates who have submitted completed questionnaires will appear in small groups at 15-minute intervals.  Ballots are due at the end of the meeting.
Information:  phdemclub.org

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Political Action Committee (PAC)
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  La Galeria de la Raza, 2857 24th Street, San Francisco
What:  PAC meeting.  From the agenda:
PAC interview with District 9 and District 1 candidates for Supervisor for November 2016 election.
Update:  Actions to support workers at Taylor Farms
Update:  Due Process for All Ordinance
Update:  DCCC Resolution on Adding Additional  Seats.
Policy Update:  State Legislation on Safe Injection Facilities
Discussion/Action Item:  SFPD Use of Force and Tasers
Information:  info@milkclub.org milkclub.org

Beast on Bryant Community meeting
When:  April 12, 2016 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Pacific Felt Factory arts complex, 2830-20th Street, San Francisco
What:  Meeting to finish making a community plan to turn the Beast on Bryant into the Beauty on Bryant.
Source:  Facebook event

April 13, 2016 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Katy Tang, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Katy Tang, Norman Yee, Jane Kim, Scott Wiener
Information:  sfbos.org

Police Commission
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org

District 11 Endorsement Meeting
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Ingleside Police Station Community Room, 1 Sgt John V Young Lane,  San Francisco
What:  Endorsements for the June Primary.
Information:  sfd11dems.com

Reception for Ben Matranga for District 7 Supervisor.
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Que Syrah Wine Bar, 230 West Portal Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Fiona Ma, Chair of the California Board of Equalization invites you to a  Meet & Greet reception for Ben Matranga for District 7 Supervisor.
RSVP:   BenMatranga.com  415-484-5870

San Francisco Democratic Party - Regular Meeting Agenda
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Milton Marks Auditorium, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
DCCC:  Mary Jung, Kat Anderson, Joshua Arce, David Campos, Malia  Cohen, Petra DeJesus, Matt Dorsey, Bevan Dufty, Zoe Dunning, Joel Engardio, Bill Fazio, Tom Hsieh, Hene Kelly, Meagan Levitan, Rafael Mandelman, Eric Mar, Trevor McNeil, Carole Migden, Marjan Philhour, Leah Pimentel, Rebecca Prozan, Alix Rosenthal, Francis Tsang, and Scott Wiener.
Ex-Officio Members:  Dianne Feinstein, Nancy  Pelosi , Jackie Speier, Fiona Ma, Mark Leno, Phil Ting, David Chiu
Information/Agenda:   sfdemocrats.org

Warriors!
When:  April 13, 2016 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where:  Oracle Arena, Oakland

April 14, 2016 -  Thursday

Rules Committee
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Katy Tang, Eric Mar, Malia Cohen
Information:  sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall  Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Rodney Fong, Dennis Richards, Michael Antonini, Rich Hillis, Christine Johnson, Kathrin Moore, Cindy Wu
Information:  sf-planning.org


Paul Henderson for Judge Campaign Kick-Off and Fundraiser
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Don Ramon's Mexican Restaurant, 225 11th Street, San Francisco
What:  Kick-Off and Fundraiser for Paul Henderson for Judge.
Donation:  donate.democracyenginer.com/PHenderson/contribute
Source:  Facebook page

Bernal Heights Democratic Club - June Election Endorsement and General Membership Meeting
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland, San Francisco
What:  Candidates for Superior Court Judge, seat 7 State, regional, and local ballot initiatives.  Additional endorsements, including US Senate and House, State Assembly.
All are welcome.  Voting restricted to BHDC members.
Source:  Facebook page

Robert F. Kennedy Democratic Club - Guest Bartending - Fundraiser for Charity  - Project Level
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Tonic SF, 2360 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  Slinging drinks behind the bar.  Your generous tips will support Project Level (Project Level is a music-based after school program that teaches youth entrepreneurship through the arts)
Guest Bartenders:
Board of Supervisor President London Breed
Alix Rosenthal - DCCC - 2nd Vice-President
RFK President Justin Jones
Alice B. Toklas Democratic Cub Co-Chair Lou Fischer
South Beach District 6 Democratic Club President Bruce Agid
Contact information:  info@rfkdemocrats.org bit.ly/joinrfk
Source:  Facebook events


City College Board of Trustees Meeting
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.  - Reconvene to Open Session
Where:  Ocean Campus, Multi-Use Building, Room 140, San Francisco
Trustees:  Rafael Mandelman, Thea Selby, Amy Bacharach, Brigitte Davila, Steve Ngo, Alex Randolph, John Rizzo, Bouchra Simmons - Student Trustee, 
Information:  ccsf.edu

 Have a Pint with Sandra!
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  The Plough and Stars, 116 Clement Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Sandra Lee Fewer - candidate for supervisor District One for a drink at a Richmond favorite - The Plough and Stars.
Come hear about the campaign and share what you think Sandra should work on if elected District 1 Supervisor.
Hosted by her daughters Sara and Colleen Fewer and a fabulous bunch of Richmond residents and volunteer.
Information:  sandrafewer.com
Source:  Facebook events

San Francisco for Democracy - Endorsement meeting
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where:  Northern District Police Station, 1125 Fillmore, San Francisco
What:  Endorsement meeting including SFDCCC.
Information:  sf4democracy.org

HANC  (Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council) - "Real Change vs. Name Only Change"
When:  April 14, 2016 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Park Branch Library, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco
What:  Tim Redmond, editor of the internet newspaper  "48 Hills" will join HANC board member Calvin Welch in a conversation launching a HANC series of "Real Change vs. Name Only Change".
Information:  hanc-sf.org

April 16, 2016 - Saturday


Kim Alvarenga's Campaign Kick-Off and Mobilization
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Mama Art Cafe, 4754 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Celebrate Kim Alvarenga for District 11 Supervisor's Official Campaign Kick-Off.
Will be walking precincts and gathering signatures to put Kim's name on the ballot.
Information:  kimalvarenga.com
Source:  Facebook events

San Francisco Shared School Yard Project - Playground Opening in the Bayview
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where:  Carver (George Washington) Elementary, 1360 Oakdale, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Mark Farrell and the San Francisco Share Schoolyard for kick-off event marking the re-opening of the schoolyard for public use on the weekends.
In partnership with Bayview YMCA will include car show, bounce house, a "bike build" with the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition, visit from the Oakland Black Cowboy Association, nature exploration with the Parks Conservancy, music and dance.  Free lunch for kids and a raffle.
RSVP:  sfshareschoolyard.org/kickoff_gwcarver
Source:  Facebook

*Sandra Lee Fewer - Signature Gathering Mobilization 
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  Toy Boat Dessert Cafe, 401 Clement Street, San Francisco
Information: sandrafewer.com

Norman Yee - Campaign Rally and Signature Drive
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
10:30  a.m.
Where:  West Portal Playground, 131 Lenox Way, San Francisco
What:  Kick-off of campaign to re-elect Norman Yee as District 7 Supervisor.
Source:  Facebook events

9th Annual DogFest
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Duboce Park, San Francisco
What:  DogFest is a celebration of dogs and kids benefiting SFUSD McKinley Elementary School.
Everyday Dog Show, Silent Auction, inflatable obstacle courses, face painting, carnival games, food.
Information/tickets:  sfdogfest.org

Hillary Ronen for D9 - Saturday Mobilization at Precita Park
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:  Precita  Park (Precita Ave. and Folsom Street), San Francisco
What:  Reach out to neighbors about Hillary Ronen for Supervisor in District Nine.
Bring friends and family.
Source:  Facebook event

Playland Music Festival on Balboa
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  Balboa Street, between 34th and 38th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Free music and art festival on Balboa Street.
Celebrate the rich history, vibrant arts community and bustling merchant corridor of local businesses in the Richmond District.  Live entertainment, art walk. bounce house, face painting and a photo booth.
Presented in partnership with Supervisor Eric Mar - District One, ECEE Productions and the SF Arts Commission.
Information:  tdnc.org/playland-on-balboa
Source:  Facebook events

Dean Preston for District 5 Campaign Kick-Off
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
4:00 p.m to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  Mercury Cafe, 201 Octavia Street, San Francisco
What:  Celebrate the start of the race for Dean Preston for Supervisor in District 5.
Food, live music, speakers and an art station for kids.
Show your support for a bottom-up, grassroots campaign.
Information:  votedean.com
Source:  Facebook events

*Happy Birthday Matt Haney
When:  April 16, 2016 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  Redford Bar, 673 Geary Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Matt Haney to celebrate his birthday and support his re-election to School Board.
Suggested Amount: $100.
Contribute/Information:  matthaney.com

April 17, 2016 - Sunday

*Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting
When:  April 17, 2016 - Sunday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  11 Grove Street, San Francisco
What:  Hear from and vote on candidates for the Democratic County Central Committee, State Assembly, Superior Court and proponents and opponents of local proposition campaigns.
Information:  wallenbergdems.com

April 18, 2016 - Monday

*San Francisco Women's Political Committee
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  03 Bistro & Lounge, 524 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Happy Hour by the Policy Committee.  Featuring SFWPC DCCC endorsed candidate and Board of Education Commissioner Sandra Lee Fewer.
Information:  Laura Lane lauralane@sfwpc.org
Source:  Facebook events

*Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu
When:  April 18, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Saint Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  From the agenda:  Welcoming Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu.
Information: middlepolk.org


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Monday, April 4, 2016

San Francisco Political Events - April 4th to April 11, 2016. New Addition Event and Event Meeting Location and Time Change





**  Changes -  Sunday  April 10th

*Three additions for Saturday - April 9th

April 4, 2016 - Monday

Supervisor Jane Kim Talks Tenderloin
When:  April 4, 2016 - Monday
Noon
Where:  Tenderloin Museum, 398 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  Bring your lunch and join Supervisor District 6 Jane Kim for the second Lunch Time Speaker Series.Tickets: eventbrite.com
Source:  Facebook facebook.comevents/206940169664361

Land Use and Transportation Committee
When:  April 4, 2016 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener, Aaron Peskin
Information:  sfbos.org

San Francisco Youth Commission
When:  April 4, 2016 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Luis Avalos-Nunez, Jillian Wu, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Erica Kong, Stephanie Li, Cris Plunkett, Anna He, Jessica Calderon, Noah David, Giovanna Soto, William Juarez, Cecilia Nicole Galeano, Madeleine Matz, Anna Bernick, Jarrett Mao, Grace Pating, Hatim Mansori
Information:  sfbos.org


Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Safety Meeting
When:  April 4, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan
What:  Thanks to Commander Greg McEachern  for his three years of leadership as Northern Police Station Captain and Welcome Captain John Jaimerena - new Commanding Officer of Northern Police Station
Information:  hayesalleysf.org

April 5, 2016 - Tuesday

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission
When:  April 5, 2016 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Board of Directors:  Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Gwyneth Borden, Malcolm Heinicke, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information:  sfmta.com

Board of Supervisors
When:  April 5, 2016 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  London Breed, John Avalos, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Aaron Peskin, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Party with the Rabbits
When:  April 5, 2016 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Civic Center Plaza, 395 McAllister Street, San Francisco
What:  Celebrating the arrival of INTRUDE, a large-scale public artwork by Tasmania artist Amanda Parer, presented by the San Francisco Arts Commission
Food trucks, beer and wine garden, Music to dance to courtesy of Gary Paradise (DJ Set)
Information:  partywiththerabbits.splashthat.com
Source:  Facebook events

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting -  Judicial candidate forum, Presidential primary, ballot measures.
When:  April 5, 2016 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What:  Forum of candidates for Superior Court Judge, Office #7:  Paul Henderson, Victor Hwang, Sigrid Irias moderated by J. R. Eppler
Presidential Primary candidates Bernie Sanders and  Hillary Clinton will be represent by activists Fabiana Ochoa and Susan Pfeifer, respectively.  Presentations and audience Q&A will be moderated  by Tony Kelly
Club officers will research and present the six local and regional ballot measures and recommend whether to endorsed:
Measures are:
A - Public Health and Safety Bond
B - Charter Amendment - Park, Recreation and Open Space Fund
C - Charter Amendment:  Affordable Housing Requirements
D - Initiative Ordinance:  Office of Citizen Complaints Investigations
E - Initiative Ordinance:  Paid Sick Leave
AA - Clean and  Healthy  Bay Parcel Tax
(next Tuesday - April 12th) Potrero Hill Democratic Club  will have Democratic County Central Committee candidates from the Assembly District 17.  Candidates who have submitted completed questionnaires will appear in small groups at 15-minute intervals. - Tuesday April 12th  7:00 p.m. Potrero Hill  NeighborhoodHouse, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
Information:  phdemclub.org

April 6, 2016 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Katy Tang, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Katy Tang, Norman Yee, Jane Kim, Scott Wiener
Information:  sfbos.org

Sunshine Ordinance Task Force City and County of San Francisco
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Members:  Mark Rumold, Eric Eldon, Josh Wolf, Rishi Chopra, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, Shaun Haines, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Fiona Hinze
Information:  sfbos.org

Police Commission
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Information:  sanfranciscopolice.org

South Beach District 6 Democratic Club Endorsement Program for DCCC and Superior Court.
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  South Beach Harbor Pier 40A, Located on the water side of Embarcadero, just North of At&T Park.  It's on the bottom floor of the South Beach Harbor Building adjacent to the TOT Playground San Francisco
What:  Endorsement program for DCCC and Superior Court Judge No. 7  and representatives in favor and opposed to ballot propositions.
Endorsement vote by members after presentations.
Facebook Event:  facebook.com/events/1693895874214595
Information:  bruce.h.agid@gmail.com

State Senate Debate - Jane Kim and Scott Wiener
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Congregation Sha'ar Zahav, 290 Dolores Street, San Francisco
What:  State Senate Debate co-hosted by Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club and the Bay Area Reporter will co-host a debate between the Democratic candidates for State Senate District 11, Supervisors Jane Kim and Scott Wiener.
After the moderated debate, there will be time for Q&A with the audience.
Source:  Facebook events

FDR Democratic Club - General Membership Meeting
When:  April 6, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Richmond Police Station, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  From agenda:
Presentation from the proposed Dignity Fund - a set aside that will allot a set level of funding for senior and disability related programs and services in the city budget each year.  The initiative will need to be approved by city voters and could appear on the ballot as early as November, 2016.
Also, joined by representatives from UNITE HERE, Local 2 - They will share an update on their current campaign to achieve workers' rights and equality.
Information:  fdrdemclub.com

April 7, 2016 - Thursday

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When:  April 7, 2016 - Thursday
9:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Aaron Peskin, Norman Yee, London Breed
Information:  sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When:  April 7, 2016 - Thursday
Noon
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Rodney Fong, Dennis Richards, Michael Antonini, Rich Hillis, Christine Johnson, Kathrin Moore, Cindy Wu
Information: sfplanning.org

Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee
When:  April 7,  , 2016 - Thursday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Jane Kim, John Avalos, David Campos
Information:  sfbos.org

San Francisco Giants - Opening Day - San Francisco
When:  April 7, 2016 - Thursday
1:35  p.m.
Where:  Giants Stadium, San Francisco

Happy Hour with the League of Women Voters - San Francisco
When:  April 7, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Cease &  Desist, 2331 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:   Happy Hour.  Are you interested in getting more involved in the upcoming elections?  Want to meet people who share your passion for voter engagement?
Mix and mingle,
Information:  sfvotes.org
Source:  Facebook events

 Coming Together, Right NOW
 When:  April 7, 2016 - Thursday
 6:00 p.m.
 Where:  Horace Mann Middle School, 3351 23rd Street, San Francisco
 What:  Justice 4 Mario Woods Coalition, Alex Nieto Coalition and Amilcar Perez Lopez Coalition are married.  Second  Downhill  Meeting.  Engaging the community to come together and fight as One for Justice for Alex, Amilcar and Marlo.
Source:  Facebook events

Kickoff Dinner for Norman Yee
When:  April 7, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  New Asia Restaurant, 772 Pacific Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Celebrate with Supervisor Norman Yee at a kickoff dinner to springboard into his second term.  Supervisor Yee will also be celebrating his 35th Wedding anniversary.
Tickets:  $100. to $500. a person.
Donate/Information:  secure.actblue.com/entity/fundraiser/41369
Source:  Facebook events

April 9, 2016 - Saturday

*War Against Gun Activity 11 Year Anniversary WAGA11
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:  Bayview Opera House, 4705 Third Street, San Francisco
What:  War Agains Gun Activity 11 Year Anniversary.  Non-violent march spreading the message to stop the senseless killings in our Community.  How many of us have to die, before we say no more?
All ages.  Live entertainment and food.  Jumpers and face painting for the kids.
All proceeds to benefit WAGA Movement

*Assemblyman Phil Ting - Coffee with Phil in the Western Addition
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  Third Baptist Church, 1399 McAllister Street, San Francisco
What:  Coffee with Phil in the Western Addition.  Assembly Phil Ting (District 19) will give an update on the state's budget and his 2016 legislation.  He will be answering questions about state government, and staff will be on-hand to assist with related issues.
Information:  415-557-2312  asmdc.org/Ting

2016 Northern California Cherry Blossom Festival
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday/Sunday April 10, 2016
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:  Japantown, San Francisco
Source:  Facebook events

Hillary Clinton - Tabling for Hillary
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Ferry Building, San Francisco
What:  Table for Hillary Clinton.
Source:  Facebook events

Campaign Kick-Off and Mobilization - Sandra Lee Fewer for Supervisor - District 1
When:  April 8, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where:  Sutro Elementary, 235 12th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Campaign Kick-Off.
Information:  sandrafewer.com
Source:  Facebook events


Hillary Ronen for D9 Supervisor Field Mobilization Kickoff
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where:  24th Street and Mission Street, San Francisco
What:    Field mobilization kickoff in the Heart of the Mission for Hillary Ronen for Supervisor in District 9.
Information:  hillaryronen2016.nationbuilder.com
Source:  Facebook events

San Francisco Shared Schoolyard Project - Fairmount Elementary School
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Fairmount  Elementary, 65 Chenery Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Mark Farrell and the San Francisco Shared Schoolyard Project at Fairmount Elementary School.  An Exciting kick-off event marking the grand re-opening of the schoolyard.  The event will include activities for the whole neighborhood, free lunch and a ribbon cutting ceremony.
Information:   sfsharedschoolyard.org
Source:  Facebook events

San Francisco Latino Democratic Club PAC DCCC and Ballot Endorsements
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  Plaza Adelante, 2301 Mission Street, 3rd Floor, San Francisco
What:  The San Francisco Latino Democratic Club Political Action Committee will meet to interview the candidates and learn about the ballot measures that will appear on the June ballot.  The PAC will hold a vote to make endorsement recommendations.
Everyone is welcome to the meeting, but to vote you must be a member in good standing.
Information:  sflatinodemocrats.com
Source:  Facebook events

*League of Pissed Off Voters Endorsement Meeting
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:  Thee Parkside, 1600 17th Street, San Francisco
What:  League of Pissed Off Voters Endorsement meeting.
Information:   theleaguesf@gmail.com

 Jane Kim for State Senate - Volunteer Social
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
 4:30 p.m.
Where:  91 McAllister Street, San Francisco
What:  Learn more about San Francisco Supervisor Jane Kim, meet other enthusiastic volunteers, and find out exciting ad fun ways to get involved with the campaign.  Refreshments provided.
RSVP:  charles@janekim.org
Information:  janekim.org

San Francisco LGBT Center Soiree 2016
When:  April 9, 2016 - Saturday
Dinner:  5:00 p.m.
Party:    8:30 p.m.
Where:  Terra Gallery, 511 Harrison  Street, San Francisco
What:  Epic 2016 annual city-wide Soiree!.  Entertainment, Silent Auction
Dinner:  $238.37
Party:  $101.22
Information:   eventbrite.com
Source:  sfcenter.org/soiree2016

April 10, 2016 - Sunday

**Glide Memorial - Protest the Gun Show
When:  April 10, 2016 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:  Cow Palace, 2600 Geneva Avenue, Daly City, Ca.
What:  Glide is organizing a silent, non-violent interfaith demonstration against "The Crossroads of the West" California's largest gun show.  The show spans two days, April 9th and 10th.
Additional Information:  Rev. Angela Brown glide.org
Source:  Facebook page

** (location change and time change)FDR Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting
**When:  April 10, 2016 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
**Where:   (location change) Richmond Library - Community Room, 351 9th Avenue, between Geary and Clement Street, San Francisco.
What:   FDR Democratic Club  Hear from candidates and ballot measures and vote on endorsement.
Food and drinks will be served through the day. Note to campaign representatives:  If you were previously scheduled for earlier thant 1:00 p.m., please contact Becky Hogue, VP for Disability Affairs becky.hogue@comcast.net
Information:  becky.hogue@comcast.net

Sunday Streets - Mission Sunday
When:  April 10, 2016 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Down Valencia Street from McCoppin to 26th Street, San Francisco
Information:  sundaystreetsf.com

BayArea for Bernie Day Party - Dolores Park
When:  April 10, 2016 - Sunday
Noon
Where:  Dolores Park - 19th Street and Dolores Street, San Francisco
What:  Come out and join the "Bernie Party" on Sunday afternoon.
Source:  Facebook events

April 11, 2016 - Monday

Reception for Kamala Harris U.S. Senate
When:  April 11, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m.  to 6:30 p.m. - Co-Host/Sponsor Reception
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  - Reception
Where:  John's Grill, 63 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What:  Reception  Support Kamala Harris for U.S. Senate.
Sponsors:  Fiona Ma, John and Athena Konstin, Mark Leno, Kris Perry and Sandy Stier, Sushma Taylor, Michael Tilson Thomas and Joshua Robison
Host committee members:  Lee Baxter, London Breed, Chris Connie, Kelly Darmody and Billie Mizell, Wayne Friday, Hala Hijazi, Jason Hinson, Suzy Jones, Leslie Katz, Suzy Loftus, Debbie Mesloh, Marily Mondejar, Rebecca Prozan, Andrea Shorter, tim Silard and Bennie Mackey, II, Julius turman,  Robert  F. Kennedy Democratic Club, Supervisor Scott Wiener
General Reception $250., $500., $1,000.; $150. Young Professionals
VIP Reception $5,400./$2,700
Information:  Hannah hannah@kamalaharris.org






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