Monday, August 29, 2016

San Francisco Political Events - August 29th to September 5, 206








August 29, 2016 - Monday


South Beach District 6 Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When:  August 29, 2016 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  South Beach Harbor Community Room (East side (waterside) of the Embarcadero.
Located between AT&T Park and Pier 40.  Just North of AT&T Park.  It's on the bottom floor of the South Beach Harbor adjacent to the TOT Playground.
What:  Candidates for Community College Board and Proposition proponents and opponents will present and take questions (followed by Club Endorsement Vote).
They will hear about General Sales Tax, City College Parcel Tax, Public Advocate, Prohibiting Tents on Public Sidewalks, Reserving space for PDR and five other propositions.
Informationsouthbeachdems.com

August 30, 2016 - Tuesday

Warren Hinckle - Funeral mass
When:  August 30, 2016 - Tuesday
10:30 a.m.
Where:   Saints   Peter and  Paul Church, 666 Filbert between Stockton and Columbus, San Francisco
What:  After the mass there will be a burial at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Colma, California.  After the burial there will be a reception at Gino &  Carlo, 548 Green Street , San Francisco from 2:00 p.m. to 4. p.m.
Please send all donations to Saint Mary Hospital Foundation or to Thee Northern California Bassett Hound Rescue.

Jane Kim - Stand for Solutions Series:  Town Hall on Housing, Transportation and Urban Planning
When:  August 30, 2016 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Mission High School, 3750 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  Former Mayor Los Angeles Antonio Villaraigosa, California State University Trustee Lateefah Simon and David Talbot, author of "Season of the Witch: Enchantment, Terror, and Deliverance in the City of Love" will join Jane Kim for an important discussion about real solutions for our region and our state.
RSVP: JaneKim.org/housing

Bernal Heights Democratic Club - November Election Candidates Endorsements and General Membership Meeting
When:  August 30, 2016 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Candidate presentations: San Francisco Board of Education, San Francisco City College Board of Trustees, BART Board of Directors
Also, endorsement votes for US President, US Congress, and California State
Assembly.
BHDC previously voted to endorsed Hillary Ronen for District 9 Supervisor, Jane Kim for State Senate and Victor Hwang for Superior Court Judge, Kamala Harris for U.S. Senate.
Please note:  Ballot Proposition endorsements will be made on September 13th.
All are welcome.  Voting restricted to BHDC members
Information:   facebook.com/bernalheightsdeomcoraticclub

August 31 2016 - Wednesday

San Francisco Women's Political Committee - General Membership Vote
When:  August 31, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Virgil's Sea Room, 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  All members who are current on their dues and have attended at least 3 events in the past year - prior to the voting event are eligible to vote.
Information:  sfwpc.org
Source:  Facebook events

Robert F. Kennedy Democratic Club -  Campaigns  of the Future:  Harnessing Technology to Activate People
When:  August 31, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.  doors open
6:45 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. Panel
7:45 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Q&A
9:00 p.m. - Event ends
Where:  Brigade 524 3rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Panel on San Francisco's two favorite topics:  Tech and Politics!
Mix and mingle with political aficionados, tech innovators and grassroots organizers as they discuss the intersection of technology and politics.
This panel will examine how politicians, voters, and grassroots organizers alike can use technology to engage with their communities at large, and provide information on how the public can effectively utilize these new technologies to become more involved.
Moderator:  Matt Mahan, CEO, Brigage
Panelists:
Sarah Lee, Organizer organizer.com
Shwetika Baijal, 50+1 50pl.com
Debra Cleaver, VOTE.org
Perry Rosenstein, Hustle  hustle.life/team
Franklin Arteaga, Co-Founder & CEO OIGETIT.com
Free event
Light snacks and drinks will be provided
Information:   rfkdemocrats.org
Source:  Facebook events

Latina/o Young Democrats of San Francisco - Endorsement night
When:   August 31, 2016 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Mission Neighborhood Centers, Inc. 362 Capp Street, San Francisco
What:  Join the Latina/o Young Democrats of San Francisco as they discuss, understand and endorsed Ballot Propositions and other important decisions for this November election.
Information:  LYDSanFrancisco.com
Source:  Facebook events


September 1, 2016 - Thursday

Muni Monthly Pass Fare Changes Coming September   lst
Information:  sfmta.com

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When:  September 1, 2016 - Thursday
9:30 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What:  Special Meeting - Civil Grand Jury
Supervisors:  Aaron Peskin, Norman Yee, London Breed
Information:  sfbos.org

 California Women's List - Last Party of the Summer
When:  September 1, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: BBQ while helping elect more Democratic women to California state office.
Featured special guest speakers:
Jane Kim, San Francisco Supervisor and State Senate Candidate
Deborah Cullinan, CEO of Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
Food provided by Sneaky's BBQ
Tickets:  act.myngp.com/Form/-2183699792618518528
Source:  Facebook events


September 2, 2016 - Friday

San Francisco Labor Council - Annual Pre-Labor Day Breakfast
When:  September 2, 2016 - Friday
8:00 a.m.
Where:  Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Kick off Labor Day weekend with friends and colleagues at the Labor Council's annual Pre-Labor Day Breakfast and get updates on important labor campaigns.
Tickets:  $75.
RSVP to Emily Nelson at emily@sflaborcouncil.org.
Information:  sflaborcouncil.org

Filipinos for Kim Alvarenga:  D11 Candidate
When:  September 2, 2016 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Bottoms Up Bar and Lounge, 4704 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Rising - Filipino Caucus presents a community meet and greet for the 2016 San Francisco District 11 Supervisor Candidate - Kim Alvarenga
Source:  Facebook events

Marjan Philhour - Meet and Greet at Joe's Ice Cream
When:  September 2, 2016 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Joe's Ice Cream, 5420 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What:  Join Marjan Philhour - candidate for supervisor in District 1 for ice cream and conversation  as they discuss the homes for the Richmond and the November election.
RSVP: info@votemarjan.com
Source:  Facebook events

September 5, 2016 - Monday

Labor Day!


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Deadline - Sunday - September 4th - 5:00 p.m.


Monday, August 22, 2016

San Francisco Political Events -- August 22nd to August 29th









August 22, 2016 - Monday

South Beach District 6 Democratic Club - Happy Hour to Congratulate Cindy Wu 
When:  August 22, 2016 - Monday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Mars Bar, 798 Brannan Street, San Francisco
What:  Congratulations to Cindy Wu!
Cindy Wu is the newly elected Chair of the San Francisco Democratic Party.
South Beach District 6 Democratic is honoring their own member with a Happy Hour Celebration.  
Food, games, raffle prizes and fun.
Free for members. $10. for non-members
Information:  southbeachdems.com   
Source:  Facebook events

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting - BART DISTRICT 9
When: August 22, 2016 - Monday
7:15 p.m. to 7:45 p.m.
Where:  518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Reconsideration on endorsement for BART District 9 because new  filing before deadline.
Information:  alicebtoklas.org


August 23, 2016 - Tuesday

State Senate Debate - Jane Kim and Scott Wiener
When:  August 23, 2016 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What:  State Senate Debate - Jane Kim and Scott Wiener.
Hosted by Potrero Hill Democratic Club, Black Young Democrats of San Francisco. Latina/o Young Democrats of San Francisco and the Willie B. Kennedy Democratic Club.
Information:  phdemclub.org
Source:  Facebook events

August 24, 2016 - Wednesday

Commission on the Status of Woman
When:  August 24, 2016 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Commission will hear about senior services and elder abuse instances and prevention  from these speakers:
Shireen McSpadden, Executive Director of Aging and Adult Services
Shawna Reeves, Director of Elder Abuse Prevention at Institute on Aging
David Ishida, Regional Administrator for the Administration for Community Living Program
Commissioners:  Andrea Shorter, Deborah Mesioh, Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez
Olga Ryerson, Julie Soo, Breanna Zwart
Information:  sfgov.org/dosw

Our Revolution Kickoff  - Bernie Sanders 
When:   August 24, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: (note change)  St. Mark's Urban Life Center, 1111 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco- moved from prior address at Unitarian Universalist Church
What:  San Francisco Progressive Democrats of America hosts OUR REVOLUTION organizing Kickoff.
Bernie Sanders will present a livestream address to the national network of volunteers who brought him close to victory in the recent Democratic primaries. He will layout some of the next steps we can take as a movement to empower a wave of progressive candidates in November.
Source:  Facebook events - sponsored by San Francisco Progressive Democrats of America pdaamerica.org


Meet Melissa San Miguel Fundraiser
When:  August 24, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Come meet  Melissa San Miguel - candidate for Supervisor in District 9.
Food and music.
No host bar.
Information:  melissasanmiguel.com
Source:  Facebook events

New Avenues Democratic Club - November 2016 Endorsement Party
When:  August 24, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Sunset Reservoir Brewing Company, 1735 Noriega Street, San Francisco
What:  November 2016 Endorsement Meeting. Questionnaires are being completed by candidates based on issues prevalent in the westside.
Voting for:
Supervisor for District 1, District 7 and District 11
City College Board
San Francisco School Board
Source:  Facebook events

Housing Rights Committee of San Francisco - Summer Organizing Fling
When:  August 24, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Virgil's Sea Room, 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Join the team from HRCSF for a Happy Hour at Virgil's Sea Room for a summer fundraiser for their organizing work this summer and fall.
Donation:  $10.-$20. sliding scale
Information:  hrcsf.org
Source:  Facebook events

August 25, 2016 - Thursday


Steven Cook for School Board Fundraiser:  A Night for Change
When:  August 25, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Standard Deviant Brewing, 280 14th Street, San Francisco
What:  A Night for Change will feature a conversation between Kim-Mai Cutler and Stevon Cook and a musical performance by special guest Mara Hruby
Bringing together a diverse group of residents and co-hosts from across the Bay Area interested in engaging in a dialogue that will address the most pressing issues affecting our city and our public schools.
Co-Hosts include:  Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, London Breed, Katy Tang, John Avalos, David Campus, Aaron Peskin, Eric Mar, Jeff Adachi, Matt Haney, Shamann Walton, Louise Renee, Bevan Dufty, Keith Baraka, Theo Ellington, Michael McBride, Henry Safrit, Anette and Marc Harris, Fred Naranjo, Trevor Gardner, Shakira Porter, Gillian Morris, Leah Chen Price, Jonathan Beaufort, Fernando Encisco-Marques and Tanya Waissman
Tickets are limited. Please secure your ticket on website.
$50. $100. $250. $500.
Source:  Facebook events

City Democratic Club - Endorsement Session featuring Melissa Caen
When:  August 25, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8;30 p.m.
Where:  Chancellor Hotel, 433 Powell Street,  Dining Room, San Francisco
What:  City Democratic Club November 2016  Endorsement meeting.
 Melissa Caen will be back to the podium to provide the latest scoop.
Information:   citydemocratic.club
Source:  Facebook events

San Francisco Young Democrats - Endorsement Meeting
When:  August 25, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Influsion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What:  Opportunity to connect with candidates and campaign representatives to discuss the upcoming election.
Information:  sfyd.org
Source:  Facebook events

Richmond District Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When:  August 25, 2016 - Thursday
6:45 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  SFPD Richmond Station Community Room, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  They will be hearing from various candidates and issue campaigns at the state and local level.
Information:  rddc.nationbuilder.com

Golden Gate Heights Neighborhood Association, SHARP AND SPEAK - Candidate Forum for District 7/Ballot Measure Discussion 
When:  August 25, 2016 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  County Fair Building, entrance to Golden Gate Park, 1199-9th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Candidate forum, neighbors will have an opportunity to ask questions of the candidates on housing, crime, taxes, police use-of-force, homelessness, Muni and other key issues.
There will also be a discussion regarding creating a Public Advocate office.
Information/Source:  news@goldengateheights.org


Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Community Meeting
When:  August 25, 2016 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  Hayes Valley Playground Clubhouse, Corner of Hayes and Buchnan Street, San Francisco
What:  Agenda:  Learn what the Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association's committees do.
Meet co-chairs and members. Bring your enthusiasm, ideas, and meet like-minded neighbors to keep our community vibrant and engaged.  Find out how you can get involved.
Committees:
Transportation and Planning Committee
Art, Culture, and Entertainment Committee
Greening Committee
Public Safety Committee
Business Relations Committee
Communications Committee
Information:  hayesvalleysf.org


August 27, 2016 - Saturday

FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Endorsement meeting
When:  August 27, 2016 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Richmond Police Station, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  FDR Democratic Club endorsement meeting.
Come hear from candidates and ballot measures, and vote for endorsement.  Food and drink will be served through the day.
Only members in good standing are eligible to vote.
Information:  fdrdems@gmail.com


The Third Annual People's Summit - Building People Power in District 11
When:  August 27, 2016 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:  Balboa High School, 1000 Cayuga Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Communities United for Health and Justice presents The Third Annual People's Summit.
We are low-income, immigrant, working class, people of color, youth families, and elders in San Francisco District 11.  We are advancing community based solutions to foster a just, local economy and promote equitable development.  They want to make sure their communities will thrive for generations to come.
Come together to share their progress, learn from one another and continue to grow the community we envision
Food, childcare, and translation provided.
Information: 408-604-0647

San Francisco For Democracy - Endorsement interviews
When:  August 27, 2016 - Saturday
            10 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
             August 28, 2016 - Sunday
             11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:  SFPD Northern District Community Room, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What San Francisco for Democracy PAC - candidates and proposition opponents and proponents speaking
Endorsement meeting will be September 7th at the SFPD Mission Community Room, San Francisco
Information:  Daniel Kappler - 843-276-7350



Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Annual Party & Shop Local Silent Auction
When:  August 27, 2016 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. 
Where:    Dogpatch Saloon, 2496 3rd Street, San Francisco
What:  Come join Potrero Hill Democratic Club for food, drink, jazz, community and great deals to support neighborhood democracy.
Items from local merchants (local restaurants, game and theater tickets and local makers)
No-host bar.
Free Admission
The Party and Auction are open to everyone.
Information:   phdemclub.org


August 28, 2016 - Sunday


Compton's Cafeteria Riot 50th Anniversary
When:  August 28, 2016 - Sunday
1:00 p.m.
Where:  Boedekker Park, 295 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  Mark this historic occasion and remember the incredible folks who risked their freedom and their lives in the TWOC-led riot to ultimately pave the way for ALL of us.
Featuring:
Keynote address by Felicia Elizondo, a regular at Gene Compton's Cafeteria
Dolores Yubeta, a regular at Compton's Cafeteria
Trans performer Donna Personna
Trans pioneer Veronika  Fimbres
Drag queen Sheena Rose
Local performance group Queer Qumbia
Transgenders Law Center Director of Programs Isa Noyola
SF Senior Advisor for Transgender Initiatives Theresa Sparks
SF Night Ministry Pastor Lyle Beckman
Emcees Dani Castro and Akira Jackson
Sponsored by:
Compton's Cafeteria Riot 50th Anniversary Committee
Felicia Elizondo
Group i
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club
SF Oasis
TAJA's Coalition
Trans Employment Program
Trans March
TRANS; THRIVE
Information: info@feliciaflames.com
Source:  Facebook event

August 29, 2016 - Monday


South Beach District 6 Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When:  August 29, 2016 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  South Beach Harbor Community Room (East side (waterside) of the Embarcadero.
Located between AT&T Park and Pier 40.  Just North of AT&T Park.  It's on the bottom floor of the South Beach Harbor adjacent to the TOT Playground.
What:  Candidates for Community College Board and Proposition proponents and opponents will present and take questions (followed by Club Endorsement Vote).
They will hear about General Sales Tax, City College Parcel Tax, Public Advocate, Prohibiting Tents on Public Sidewalks, Reserving space for PDR and five other propositions.
Information: southbeachdems.com




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Deadline - Sunday - August 28, 2016


Monday, August 15, 2016

San Francisco Political Events - August 15th to August 22nd 2016






August 15, 2016 - Monday

Latinos Unidos Democratic Club - D9 Endorsement Meeting
When: August 15, 2016 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: D'Maize Restaurant, 2778 24th Street, San Francisco
What: District 9 Endorsement meeting.
The meeting will be begin between 6:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. for 5 minutes of prepared remarks and 3 questions that Latinos Unidos Democratic Club will ask each candidate with 2 minutes for each response, followed by a two minute closing.
At 7:30 p.m. the members will vote on the endorsement.
Information:  latinosunidos@gmail.com
Source:  Facebook events

Election 2016 and Lessons from 1968:  How RFK Could Have Saved Us
When:  August 15, 2016 - Monday
6:30 p.m. Doors open
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.  Program with Larry Tye and Daniel Ellsberg
8:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m Mingle
Where:  Valencia Garden, 390 Valencia Street, Recreation Room, San Francisco
What:  Robert F. Kennedy Democratic Club - Election 2016 and Lessons from 1968:  How RFK Could Have Saved Us.
Look back at RFK's bridge-building campaign of 1968 which reached its zenith with his win that summer in the California presidential primary.
Former Boston Globe reporter Larry Tye will make a  presentation on his newly released biography of Bobby Kennedy  "The Making of a Liberal Icon" which traces his transformation from the cold warrior he was to the liberal he'd became at the end.
Featured Guest:  Daniel Ellsberg (who released the Pentagon Papers) will be joining the conversation.
Information rfkdemocrats.org
Source:  Facebook events 


Alice B. Toklas Endorsement meeting - Fall Endorsements
When:  August 15, 2016 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What:  Alice B. Toklas LGBT Fall endorsement meeting.  
Information: alicebtoklas.org

Mission Polk Neighborhood Association - Calvin Welch
When:  August 15, 2016 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  St. Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  August Membership Meeting
Calvin Welch, long time neighborhood advocate and one of the organizers of the 1976 campaign to bring District Election to San Francisco.
Calvin will be sharing his thoughts on the 40 years since the 1976 District
Election campaign and subsequent events.
Also, brief presentation from the project sponsors of 1001 Van Ness  - a residential project in the former KRON 4 building.
Information:  Moe Jamil moe@middlepolk.org  middlepolk.org

August 16, 2016 - Tuesday

USNS Harvey Milk Naming Ceremony by Secretary of State Navy Ray Mabus
When:  August 16, 2016 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:  Treasure Island Great Lawn, San Francisco
What:  Join the Secretary of the Navy, the Harvey Milk Foundation, Federal Elected Officials and Harvey's family and friends for an historic ship naming ceremony.
Nancy Pelosi, Dianne Feinstein, Ambassador Nancy Brinker, Ed Lee,
San Francisco Gay Mens Chorus
Reception to follow with remarks from CA Speaker Emeritus Toni Atkins,
San Diego Mayor Kevin Falconer, SUNY Albany  President Robert Jones.
Information:  milk foundation.org
Source: Facebook events



Hospitality House SF - Celebrating Movement Warriors
When:  August 16, 2016 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Kelly Cullen Community, 220 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Celebrating Movement Warriors.  
A Conversation with Pam Tau Lee and Stephan Bingham
Moderated by Steve Williams Co-Founder of LeftRoots
An evening of reflection and celebration of struggles waged, victories won, and what lays ahead in 2016 and beyond.
EventBrite   or RSVP: 415-749-2111  Facebook page

Rafael Mandelman College Board Fundraiser
When:  August 16, 2016 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Dolores Park Cafe, 501 Dolores Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Rafael Mandelman for City College Fundraiser.
Source:  Facebook events


 SF Bernie Sanders Political Club 2nd Meeting
When:  August 16, 2016 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  La   Floridita  SF, 710 Florida Street, San  Francisco
What:  Purpose of meeting is to establish a democratically-run Bernie Sanders political club in SF with bylaws, elected officers and 501(c)4 or 527 filing status.
Source:  Facebook events 

Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods - General Assembly
When:  August 16, 2016 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Northern Police Station, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What:  Special Meeting.  November Ballot Measures Meeting.
Information:  csfn.net

August 17, 2016 - Wednesday

D5Action - Meeting
When:  August 17, 2016 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Park Meeting Room, 1833 Page Street, San Francisco
What:  Start endorsement process.
Information:  Tes Welborn  tesw@aol.com

"March Trilogy" - Meet the  Creators of March Trilogy-John Lewis Andrew Aydin and Nate Powell
When:  August 17, 2016 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton Street McClaren Complex, San Francisco
What:  The words and images of "March" bring to life the story of John Lewis, the power of youth and the power of nonviolence - making them accessible and urgently relevant to new generations.
Tickets: eventbrite.com/e/meet-the-creators-of-march-trilogy-john-lewis-andrew-aydin-and-nate-powell-tickets-26675307563#tickets

San Francisco Democratic Party - Discussion and possible action for the SFDCCC to vote on endorsements for candidates
When:  August 17, 2016 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. (note time)
Where: Milton Marks Auditorium, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Democratic Party Endorsement meeting for candidates for November election.
Members:  Cindy Wu, Angela Alioto, Tom Ammiano, Keith Baracka, London Breed, John Burton, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Petra DeJesus, Bevan Dufty, Mark Farrell, Sandra Lee Fewer, Pratima Gupta, Tom Hsieh, Mary Jung, Jane Kim, Leah LaCroix, Rafael Mandelman, Eric Mar, Sophie Maxwell, Rachel Norton, Aaron Peskin, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee.
Ex-Officio Members:  Diane Feinstein, Nancy Pelosi, Jackie Speier, Fiona Ma, Mark Leno, Phil Ting, David Chiu
Information:  sfdemocrats.org

August 18, 2016 - Thursday

Organizing to Save the Arts 
When:  August 18, 2016 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  The Strand Theater, 1127 Market Street, San Francisco
What:  This November San Francisco has the opportunity to increase and secure funding for art in the neighborhood, individual artists, art programs and organizations while also creating a fund dedicated to ending family homelessness.f
Come join us a the Rueff at A.C.T.'s Strand Theatre and learn how you can get involved  and  make this critical funding a reality.
Ticket: act.myngp.com
Information:  bettersf.com
Source:  Facebook events

District 5 Democratic Club - Meet and Greet the D5 Supervisorial Candidates
When:  August 18, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Barrel Head Brewhouse, 1785 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What:  Meet the two candidates for District Five Supervisor:  Supervisor  London Breed and  Dean Preston.
Information: d5dms.org
Source:  Facebook events 

Emily's List - Cocktails for Change Young Professionals Reception in San Francisco 
When:  August 18, 2016 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Monroe SF, 473 Broadway, San Francisco
What:  Join EMILY's List for a reception to ignite change in San Francisco.
Featuring EMILY's List President Stephanie Schnock and special guest Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez.
Light refreshments 
Event Chair:  Kate Maeder
Host Committee:  Kendra Armer, Rebecca Barfknecht, Michele Barry, Barbara Fried, Pam Grissom, Patricia Hobe, Richard Lowden, Erica Kwiatkowski, Courtney O'Donnell, Lee Olivier, Pamela Rummage, Rebecca Stern, Marissa Trembly
Guest: $25., $100., $250,
Information/Tickets: secure.emilylist.org
Source:  Facebook events 

August 19, 2016 - Friday

Celebrate Tony Bennett!  Public Dedication and Unveiling for the Tony Bennett Commemorative Statue
When:  August 19, 2016 - Friday
11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Fairmont, 950 Mason Street,  San Francisco
What:  Celebrate Tony Bennett's 90th Birthday. Unveiling  of  8 foot tall bronze sculpture of Tony Bennett.
Featuring Ed Lee, Nancy Pelosi, Willie Brown, Larry Baer, Paoul Torrey, Charlotte Mailliard Shultz, San Francisco Boys Chorus, San Francisco Girls Chorus and the SFJAZZ High School All-Stars Combo.
Free - open to public.
Source:  Facebook  events

August 20, 2016 - Saturday

20th Street Block Party
When:  August 20, 2016 - Saturday
Noon to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  20th Street between Bryant and Harrison as well as Florida and Alabama Street, San Francisco
What:  Noise Pop's 20th Street Block Party to benefit Mission Language & Vocational School.  Special brunch to dedicate Mission Language and Vocation School in the memory of their beloved long time director, Rosario Anaya.
Suggested Donation: $5-$10. at gate
RSVP dothebay.com/20thstreetblockparty
Source:  Facebook page

League of Pissed Off Voters Endorsement Meeting #2
When:  August 20, 2016 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia:  The Eric Quezada Center for Culture and Politics, 518 Valencia, San Francisco
What:  Discussing President, local candidates and the second chunk of local propositions for the election.
Information: theleaguesf@gmail.com
Source:  Facebook events

August 21, 2016 - Sunday

Sunday Streets - Mission
When:  August 21, 2016 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  McCoppin to 26th Street, San Francisco.
Information:  sundaystreetssf.com

Sandra Lee Fewer and San Francisco Tenants Union
When:  August 21, 2016 - Sunday
 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where:  4239 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What:  Richmond District ranks #2 behind the Mission, for eviction in the City.  
Come share your stories and work together towards real solutions.
San Francisco Tenants Union will be there to give advice.
Information:  sandrafewer.com -Candidate for Supervisor District One
Source:  Facebook events

Rafael Mandelman - BEER BUST
When:  August 21, 2016 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p,m.
Where: SF Mix, 4086 18th Street, San Francisco
 What: :Beer Bust fundraiser - Re-Elect Rafael Mandelman for CCSF Board of Trustees.
Host Committee:  Eric Norman, Leandro Gonzales, Arthur Welton, Sally Jesmonth, Austin Ray Phillips
$10. beer/soda bust
 Donate:  rafaelmandelman.natiionbuildr.com/donatecitycollege
Information:  rafaelmandelman.com
Source:  Facebook events

August 22, 2016 - Monday

South Beach District 6 Democratic Club - Happy Hour to Congratulate Cindy Wu 
When:  August 22, 2016 - Monday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  Mars Bar, 798 Brannan Street, San Francisco
What:  Congratulations to Cindy Wu!
Cindy Wu is the newly elected Chair of the San Francisco Democratic Party.
South Beach District 6 Democratic is honoring their own member with a Happy Hour Celebration.  
Food, games, raffle prizes and fun.
Free for members. $10. for non-members
Information:  southbeachdems.com
Source:  Facebook events









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