San Francisco Political Events through July 31st

July 15, 2013 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: July 15, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Youth Commission
When: July 15, 2013 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Mia Shackelford, Nicholas Persky, Paul Monge-Rodriguez, Rachel Brodwin, Christine Huynh, Sarah Armstrong, Angel Carrion, Brian Chu, Kyron Covington, Ramon Gomez, Alex Guzman-Ramos, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Mia Tu Mutch, Vee Taumoepeau, Eric Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco League of Pissed Off Voters - Happy Hour
When: July 15, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Virgil's Sea Room 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco League of Pissed Off Voters Happy Hour.  Favorite new progressive watering hole - Virgil's Sea Room.
Source:  facebook

July 16, 2013 - Tuesday

SFMTA Board of Directors and Parking Authority
When: July 16, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
SFMTA Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Christina Rubke
Information: sfmta.com

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: July 16, 2013 - 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

Entertainment Commission/10th Anniversary Party
When: July 16, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: (Note Location) Drake Bar & Lounge, 508 4th Street, San Francisco
What:  Entertainment Commission meeting  and Tenth Anniversary Party.  Election of President  and Vice President.  Entertainment Commission will host its 10th Anniversary Party after adjournment of Commission meeting.
Information:   415-554-5678  (link not working)

Candlelight Vigil for Trayvon B. Martin
When: July 16, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett,  San Francisco 
What:  Candlellight Vigil for Trayvon B. Martin. Gathering to remember a life cut short.  Bring candles for yourself and others.
Information: facebook.com/events/660006430695639


Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - General Membership Meeting
When: July 16, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What :  Harvey Milk LGBT General Membership meeting. From the agenda:  Transgender Law Center's Mark Snyder will present their new #morethanmarriage compaign.   Eviction  Free Summer. 
Information:  milkclub.org

July 17, 2013 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: July 17, 2013 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org

Marcus Books - Press Conference - "Save Marcus Books"
When: July 17, 2013 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m.
Where: Steps of San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Press conference to Save Marcus Books.  

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: July 17, 2013 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Karl Hasz, Andrew Wolfram, Aaron Hyland, Richard Johns, Ellen Johnck, Diane Matsuda, Jonathan Pearlman
Information: sf-planning.org

Latino Democratic Club - Debate: 8 Washington 
When: July 17, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia Street:  The Eric Quezada Center
What: San Francisco Latino Democratic Club - Debate - 8 Washington 
Fabiana Ochoa - representing the support
Jon Golinger - representing the opposition
Followed by a Special Forum: Land Use and the Latino Community moderated by Fernando Marti
Panelists:
Mara Rosales, attorney, Vice-President Chair, San Francisco Commission on Community Investment and Infrastructure
Cindy Wu, Vice-President of the San Francisco Planning Commission
Jose Campos, Director of Citywide Planning, SF Planning Commission
Information: sflatinodemclub.com

Noe Valley Democratic Club - "What Obamacare Means To You"
When: July 17, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. (earlier than usual)
Where: St Philips Church 725 Diamon Street, San Francisco
What: "What Obamacare means for You?   Will be talking with the people who are involved in the implementation.  Speakers:
Bonnie Preston - Outreach and Policy Specialist for the Ninth  District  of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Ellen Schaffer, of the Equal Health Network, a project of the Center for Policy Analysis
Third Speaker - to be confirmed.
Andrew Bindman MD, Professor of Medicine and Health Policy
Information: noevalleydems.org

 July 18, 2013 - Thursday

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: July 18, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Commissioners: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: July 18, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Information: sf-planning.org

Rules Committee
When: July 18, 2013 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Norman Yee, London Breed, Malia Cohen
Information: sfbos.org

Save City College Community Forum 
When: July 18, 2013 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Milton Marks Conference Center, 455 Golden Gate, San Francisco
What: Save City College Community Forum.  Join Community Leaders and elected officials, members of the College community, and San Franciscans who have succeeded  because of CCSF.  
Information:  aft2121.org



Friday - July 19, 2013 

San Francisco Living Wage Coalition Third Annual Awards Dinner
When: July 19, 2013 - Friday
6:30 p.m.  Reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner and Program
Where: Janitors Local 87 Hall, 240 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Living Wage Coalition Third Annual Awards Dinner.  
Presenting the Labor Woman of the Year Award to Olga Miranda, president of Janitors Local 87
Labor Man of the Year Award to Mike Casey, president of UNITE HERE Local 2 and president of the San Francisco Labor Council.
Tickets $35. per seat in advance.
Information: San Francisco Living Wage Coalition sflivingwage@riseup.net livingwage-sf.org

July 20, 2013 - Saturday

Sue Bierman Park Playground - Grand Opening
When: July 20, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. - Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Located across from the Ferry Building on The Embarcadero at Washington Street, San Francisco
What: Grand Opening of Sue Bierman Park Playground.  Celebrate!  Games, arts and crafts, carnival rides, food trucks - fun for the entire family.
Information: waterfrontplayground.org

2013 Glide Legacy Gala
When: July 20 2013 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Where: San Francisco City View at the Metreon, 135 4th Street, San Francisco
What: 4th Annual Glide Legacy Gala.  Golden Anniversary of the legacy of Glide.  
Hosted bar, hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment from the GLIDE Ensemble and Change Band along with Lara Johnston and DJ KingMost.
Food Partners include Cafe des Amis, Chaya Brasserie, Casa Sanchez-Ayulta, Destino Nuevo Latino Bistro, GLIDE Meals Program, Gott's Roadside, Le Charm French Bistro, Oola Resturant and Bar, Spruce, The Ramp.
Beverage Partners include Kettle One vodka, Damarak gin.
Legacy Gala Auction!
100% of the evening's proceeds will benefit the programs of GLIDE.
Tickets  starting at  $85. for General Admission Glide.org 

July 22, 2013 - Monday

Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club -  Early Endorsement meeting
When: July 22, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SF Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
What: Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club. Early endorsement meeting for Assessor-Recorder Carmen Chu and Supervisor Katy Tang.  Endorsements for other candidates and ballot measures will be voted in September.
Information: wallenbergdemsclub@gmail.com

July 23, 2013 - Tuesday

Human Rights Commission/LGBTQ  Advisory  Committee - Sky High Rents disappearing Non-Profits
When: July 23, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Sky High Rents disappearing Non-Profits.  Panel exploring the impact on the LGBTQ community as non-profit organizations are forced to leave the City due to unaffordable rent increases.  
Panelists:
Mark Cloutier - CEO American Red Cross San Francisco
Grant Eshoo - Program Director Housing Equality Law Project
Jodi Schwartz - Executive Director Lyric
Miss Major - Executive Director TGI Justice Project
Rafael Mandelman - CCSF Board of Trustees
facilitated by Zoe Polk, ESQ. Policy Coordinator, SF Human Rights Commission
Introduction by Michael Pappas - Commissioner SF Human Rights Commission
Presented by SF Human Rights Commission, LGBTQ Advisory Committee
Information: jackson.bowma@gmail.com

July 24, 2013 - Wednesday

First Annual Jeanmarie Maher Social Justice Award - John Burton
When: July 24, 2013 - Wednesday
Noon
Where: Delancey Street,  600 Embarcadero, San Francisco
What: You are invited to join the Irish American Caucus of the California Democratic Party for the presentation of the First Annual Jeanmarie Maher Social Justice Award to Honorable John Burton.
Three course luncheon - Choice of chicken, fish or vegetarian
RSVP: Mail $35. check made out to Ute Goggins  to John O'Riordan, 785 Arguello Blvd, San Francisco 94118
Information: oriordan@hotmail.com

SPUR - Implementing the Ocean Beach Master Plan
When: July 24, 2013 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: SPUR's Master Plan for Ocean Beach is shaping public action on our threatened coastline through a series of implementation studies, including detailed planning for coastal management, transportation and open space.  Hear from members of the team about what this means in such a complex local, state and federal political setting.
$10. for non-members
Information: spur.org

San Francisco Transit Riders Union - Forum: The Great Muni Overhaul
When: July 24, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Transit Riders Union presents forum: The Great Muni Overhaul: How the TEP is Going to Make Muni Better For all Of us.
Information: sfmta.com/tep
Information: Henry Pan, SFTRU tpan@sftru.org

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Annual Dinner and Gayla!
When: July 24, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Roccapulco Supper Club, 3140 Mission Street, San Francisco
 Featuring Speaker Lt. Dan Cho.  
Buffet dinner by La Cocina graduates d'Maize Catering and Sabores del Sur
2013 Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club Honorees:
Hank Wilson Activists Award:  Alicia Garza
Bill Kraus HIV/Aids Activism Award: ACT UP
Bayard Rustin Civil Rights Award: Felicia Flames
Sylvester Pride In the Arts Award: The SF Gay Men's Chorus
Harry Britt LIfetime Achievement Award:  Mike Hennessey
In HIs Footsteps Award:  Bradley Manning
 Community  Ally Award: State Senator Leland Yee.
And introducing  the first annual Howard Wallace Labor Leadership Award to Allan Baird
Tickets: milkdinner2013.eventbrite.com
Information: milkclub.org

July 25, 2013 - Thursday

SFMTA Neighborhood Meeting - Polk Street re-design
When: July 25, 2013 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (Open House Format)
Where: Old First Church, 1751 Sacramento Street, San Francisco
What SFMTA is presenting their recommendations for the re-design of Polk Street (including parking and bicycle considerations).
Source: Email from Middle Polk Neighborhood Association email.  frank@middlepolk.org

July 27, 2013 - Saturday

A Summer Soiree with Emerge Leaders
When: July 27, 2013 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Location: Presidio/San Francisco  (address available upon RSVP)
What:  Summer Soiree with Emerge Leaders.
Co-Chairs: Andrea Dew Steele, Hala Hijazi, Susie Tompkins Buell and Mark Buell, David Chiu, Kimberly Elllis, Mary Jung, Stephanie Linder, Fiona Ma
Celebrate Emerge's successes locally and nationally.  Delicious food and drinks will be  
provided.
$50. Guest, $100. Supporter upward
RSVP: Information: christine@emergeamerica.org

 July 28, 2013 - Sunday

Sunday Streets - Mission
When: July 28, 2013 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Valencia Street from Duboce to 24th Street and 24th Street from Valencia to  Hampshire
Informaiton: sundaystreetssf.com

July 31, 2013 - Wednesday

FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Disability Parking Forum
When: July 31, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. -  Meet and Greet
6:30 p.m. - Program
Where: 10th and Mission Family Housing, Community Room (2nd Floor), 1390 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Forum on Disability Parking.Want to learn about proposed changes?  The City's Accessible Parking Advisory Committee has proposed significant changes to both state law and local policy.  Joined by Committee Co-Chairs, Municipal Transportation Agency (MTA)  Director Ed Reiskin and Mayor's Office on Disability  Director Carla Johnson, as well as MTA and City staff.  Opportunity to learn more about the recommendations and ask questions.
Light refreshments will be served.
Need accommodations to participate? email fdrdems@gmail.com at least 72 hours before the meeting.
Information: fdrdems@gmail.com   

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San Francisco Political Events through Sept. 17th

September 4, 2012 - Tuesday

Rally to Save City College
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett, San Francisco
What: Kick-off campaign to pass Prop A and Save Our City College.
RSVP - ProtectOurCityCollege@gmail.com 
Information: 415-562-7993

2012 Democratic National Convention  - North Carolina
When: September 4th through 6th, 2012
Where:    North Carolina
What: September 4th and 5th will be held at Time Warner Cable Arena,  President Obama and Vice President Biden will accept the Democratic nominations for President and Vice-President on Thursday, September 6th at Bank of America Stadium.
Information:   demconvention.com

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency 
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Leona Bridges, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Cristina Rubke
Information: sfmta.com

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Christina Olague, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

Entertainment Commission
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph , Glendon Hyde, Steven Lee, Al Perez, Bryant Tan 
Information: sfgov2.org


Phil Ting - Reception with Assemblyman Tom Ammiano
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Reception for Phil Ting, California State Assembly Candidate 19th Assembly District withAssemblymember Tom Ammiano, Lisa Feldstein, Kayne Doumani, Jane Morrison, Anna Conda, Gabriel Haaland, Hene Kelly, Rafael Mandelman, Hene Kelly, Rafael Mandelman, Paul Melbostad, David Onek, Leah Pimentel, Debra Walker
Suggested Contribution: $50., $100. $250., $500.
 Donation : secure.actblue.com/contribute/page/philting.
Information: alexw@philting.com

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Ballot measure endorsement meeting
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro, San Francisco
What: Ballot measure endorsement meeting.  State and local ballot measures, speakers pro and con.
Information: phdemclub.org

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club District 7 Debate
When: September 4, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia, 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Supervisorial Debate for District 7 Candidates.  Written questions from the audience. Moderated by Ben MCoy (transgender performer, artist , and social commentator) and Marke Bieschke (Managing Editor of the Bay Guardian and nightlife guru).
This is the 3rd qualifying P.A.C. meeting for 2012.  You must be a member in good-standing who attends at least two qualifying P.A.C. meetings in order to vote in the P.A.C. endorsement.
Candidates who have RSVPed include Andrew Bley, F.X. Crowley, Joel Engardio, Lynn Gavin, Julian Lagos and Norman Yee.
Debate will be in four sections:
Opening statements.
Round of questions prepared by the Milk Club Board
Section 3 will include written questions from the audience.
 Section  4 will be closing statement, time permitting.  The  candidates will be given 90 seconds to respond to each question and for opening and closing statements.
There will also be an election to vote for Laura Thomas as the new P.A.C. Chair.  There will also be a vote on a resolution in support of the Bernal Heights Library Mural.
Information: milkclub.org

September 5, 2012 -  Wednesday 

Budget and Finance Committee
When: September 5, 2012 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, John Avalos, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: September 5, 2012 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Charles Edwin Chase, Courtney Damkroger, Karl Hasz, Alan Martinez, Diane Matsuda, Richard Johns, Andrew Wolfram
Information: sf-planning.org

Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting
When: September 5, 2012 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Center, 3200 California, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting for November election
Information:  WallenbergDemsClub@gmail.com



San Franciscans for Responsible Growth - Supervisor Candidates
When: September 5, 2012 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: General Membership meeting to meet the Supervisorial Candidates for the November 6th, 2012 election. Food, refreshments.
RSVP 415-648-1200
Information: sfcrg.org

Chief's LGBT Forum
When: September 5, 2012 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond Police Station Community Room, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Chief's LGBT Forum meeting which is open to the public.  A voluntary Forum comprised of community leaders, organizers and volunteers who provide a liaison between the LGBT community and the Police Chief of the San Francisco Police Department
Members of the forum (per facebook): Scott Bray, Peggy Carey, Ken Craig, Rebecca Gardner, Ted Hyrons, David Morgan, Victor Rivera, Troy Sanders, Arnel Valley
SFPD liaison members: Chief Greg Suhr,  Deputy Chief Lyn Tomioka, Lieutenant Una Bailey
Information: facebook.com/SanFranciscoLGbtForum/info

September 6, 2012 - Thursday

San Francisco Planning Commission
When: September 6, 2012 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michae J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfplanning.org

Rules Committee
When: September 6, 2012 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Jane Kim, Mark Farrell, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

POWER - Quinceanera Luchadora Fighting Fifteen
When: September 6, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. - Reception with food and drinks
7:00 p.m. - Dance performance and Program
8:40 p.m. - Dessert, drinks and dancing.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Center of San Francisco, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate 15 years of organizing, activating leaders and strengthening the movement for racial, economic and ecological justice.
Keynote Speaker: Robin D. G. Kelley, author of "Freedom Dreams: The Black Radical Imagination"
Electrifying Live Dance Performance
Master of Ceremonies Robbie Clark
POWER members sharing their  stories
Host Committee: Bob Allen , John Avalos, Cedric Brown, Nora Calderon, David Campos, Sheila Chung Hagen, Regina Douglas, Gloria Esteva, Manuela Esteva, Natalia Favi Garcia, Angelique Gonzales, Gabriel Haaland, Jane Kim, Ted Kuster, Ntanya Lee, Teresa Molina, E. Patricia Murillo, Luke Newton, Christina Olague, Al-Jen Poo, Trilce Santana, Makani Themba, Alex Tom Mario Yedida, Steve Williams
Board of Directors: Jan Adams, Nora Calderon, Gloria Esteva, Manuela Esteva, Michelle Foy, Alicia Garza, Ntanya Lee, Ed Willard
Tickets: $50.-$75. Sliding scale.  
Information/Tickets:  wepay.com/events/fightingfifteen (link not working for me?).  
fightingfifteen@peopleorganized.org or 415-864-8372 x 304

San Francisco Democratic Party - Democratic Convention Watch Party
When: September 6, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 261 Laborers Union Hall, 3271 18th Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Democratic Party Co-Hosted:
12th AD Democratic Club, African American Democratic Club, Alice B.  Toklas LGBT Democratic Club, Asian Pacific Democratic Club, City Democratic Club, Democratic Women's Forum, District 11 Democratic Club, District 2 Democratic Club, District 3 Democratic Club, District 6 Democratic Club, FDR Democratic Club for Seniors and People with Disabilities, Harvey Matthews Bayview Democratic Club, Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, Irish American Democratic Club, Latino Democratic Club, Noe Valley Deocratic Club, Potrero Hill Democratic Club, Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club, Richmond District Democratic Club, San Francisco Young Democrats, Sunset Community Democratic Club, Westside Chinese Democratic Club, Westside Democratic Club
Deep Blue Sponsors: U.S. Senator Dianne Feinstein, Leader Nancy Pelosi, Laborers Local 261, San Francisco Firefighters Local 798
True Blue Sponsors: State Senator Mark Leno, Mary Jung
Bright Blue Sponsors: Kat Anderson, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Zoe Dunning, Tom Hsieh, Eric Mar, Scott Wiener
Clear Blue Sponsors: Rafael Mandelman
Baby Blue Sponsors: Petra DeJesus, Matt Dorsey, Kelly Dwyer, Hene Kelly, Meagan Levitan, Trevor McNeil, Leah Pimentel, Keith Baraka
 Party with Democratic leaders and activists while they watch President Obama's acceptance speech for U.S. President!
General Admission: $25.
Club Member price: $20.
Sponsor Level: $100., $250., $500., $1,500., $2,500., $5,000.
Tickets: secure.actblue.com/page/sfdemocrats.org
 RSVP info@sfdemocrats.org
Sponsorship: Zoe Dunning zdunningsf@gmail.com
Information: sfdemocrats.org

September 7, 2012 

Steve Ngo - 36th Birthday - Ngoc Thi Pham Fund
When: September 7, 2012 - Friday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Eve Lounge, 575 Howard Street, San Francisco
What: Join San Francisco City College Trustee Steve Ngo and Friends of Asian Women's Shelter to celebrate his 36th birthday.  Proceeds benefit the Ngoc Thi Pham Fund, an educational fund dedicated to survivors of violence at the shelter, established in memory of Steve's mom.  Enjoy happy hour specials.  
Information: interland3.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name-aws@id=1

September 8, 2012 - Saturday

District 11 Council and the District 11 Democratic Club Candidate Forum
When: September 8, 2012 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Ingleside Police Station, Sgt. John V Young Lane, San Francisco
What: Candidate Forum co-hosted by District 11 Council and the District 11 Democratic Club.
Featuring Supervisor John Avalos - candidate for Supervisor in District 11.
Candidates for the Board of Education
District 7 and 9 Bart Board
Community College Board.
Light refreshments will be served.
District 11 Council is comprised of 14 neighborhood groups: Cayuga Improvement Association, District 11 Democratic Cluub, Excelsior Action  Group,  Excelsior Community Center, Excelsior District Improvement Association, Friends and Advocates of Crocker Amazon and the Excelsior/FACE, Friends and Neighbors of Merced Heights, Friends of the Geneva Car Barn and Powerhouse, Mission YMCA, New Mission Terrace Improvement Association, OMI-CAO/Community Action Organization, OMI-Family Resource Center, OMI Neighbors in Action, Outer Mission Merchants and Residents Association.
Information: Mary Harris maryharris_dist11@msn.com
An endorsement meeting of the District 11 Democratic Club takes place immediately after the forum.  
Information regarding D11 Democratic Club - Brigitte Davila  lawebjefa@gmail.com

David Lee - Campaign Kick-Off
When: September 8, 2012 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Headquarters, 4050 Geary Blvd. San Francisco
What:  David Lee's Campaign Kick-Off for Supervisor in District One.
Information: thomas@davidlee2012.com davidlee2012.com

Matt Haney for School Board - Precinct Walking
When: September 8, 2012 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Patricia's Green Park,  Hayes Valley, San Francisco 
What: Precinct walk, door hangers for Matt Haney for School Board.
Information: haneyforschoolboard.com 

September 9, 2012 - Sunday

Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Mark Farrell
When: September 9, 2012 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: Jewish Community Center of San Francisco, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
What: Bagels and Chat with District 2 Supervisor Mark Farrell.
Information: lisa_shell@comcast.net

Sunday Streets in Western Addition/N. Panhandle Alamo Square
When: September 9, 2012 - Sunday
11:00 am. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Fillmore Street between Fulton and Geary, Fulton Street between Fillmore and Baker, Baker Street between McAllister and Grove, Grove Street between Broderick and Central, and Central Avenue between Grove and Fell Street
Information:  sundaystreetssf.com

September 10, 2012 - Monday

Democratic Women's Forum - Candidates and Local Measures
When: September 10, 2012 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: First Unitarian Universalist Church Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Candidates and Local Measures.  Moderator: Jeanmarie Maher
 Information:  info@DWForum.org

Women for Obama
When: September 10, 2012 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Whiskey Room, 921 Front Street, San Francisco
What: Join Board of Equalization Member Betty Yee, Supervisor  Malia Cohen, Christine Pelosi, Marjan Philhour, Lorna and Wade Randlett, Bay Area Democrats, CA Democratic Party Women's Caucus.
Hosted by Cynthia Birmingham and Alanna Birmingham
Come network and sign up for volunteer opportunities to support President Obama and California Democrats up and down the ticket.
Suggested Contribution: Co-Host $2,500., Sponor $1,000. Supporter $500. Friend $100. Young Professional/Senior/Disabled: $50.
RSVP Eddie McCaffrey eddie@bayareadems.org

September 11, 2012 - Tuesday

Ballot Measure Forum
When: September 11, 2012 - Tuesday
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Alexander Residence, 230 Eddy Street, Multi-Purpose Room, San Francisco
What: Ballot Measure Forum co-sponsored by Alliance for a Better District 6, Community Housing Partnership, Papa John Pizza, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco and affiliates, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation and Tip Top Market.
Door prizes given away and light dinner provided to attendees.
Information: 415-820-1560

San Francisco Young Democrats - Endorsement Meeting
When: September 11, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco.
What: Endorsement meeting.  Candidates and supporters and opponents of the various ballot measured will speak. SF Young Democrats have already early endorsed Matt Haney for School Board and Chris Jackson for Community College.
Information: sfyd.org

September 12, 2012 - Wednesday

Buena Vista Neighborhood Association -District 5 Supervisor Candidates Debate
When: September 12, 2012 - Wednesday
6:45 p.m. to 8:45 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Recreation Center, Duboce at Scott Streets, San Francisco
What: District 5 Supervisor Debate.
Information: info@bvnasf.com

San Francisco for Democracy - General Membership Meeting, PAC Endorsement
When: September 12, 2012 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Police Station Community Room, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion of candidates and propositions. Also included: a brief presentation by proponents and opponents of the 8 Washington Street development project. Members will be asked whether they wish to take a stand on this issue before it appears on the November, 2013 ballot.  
Information: sf4democracy.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When: September 12, 2012 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco. 
Where: Endorsement meeting for November election.  
Information: noevalleydems.org

November 13, 2012 - Thursday

Re-elect Tom Ammiano for Ad-17 Assembly
When: November 13, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Rebel, 1760 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Assemblyman Tom Ammiano.
Co-Chairs: Joe Cotchett, Northern California Carpenters Regional  Council, Operating Engineers Local 3, SEIU Local 1000
Hosts: Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1575, Esperanza Macias Gwenn Craig, Esther Marks, UFCW Local 5
No Host Bar,  Hors Oeuvres
Donation: $35.  or $100. $250., $500, $1,000, $3,900.
Information: Esther Marks - 415-665-5417

BOMA SF and Plan C - Fundraiser for Mike Garcia - Candidate for Supervisor in District 7
When: September 13, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Transamerica Building, 600 Montgomery Street, 40th Floor, San Francisco.
What: Reception for Mike Garcia, candidate for Supervisor in District 7. Hosted by BOMA SF and Plan C.  
Light refreshments will be provided. 
Minimum Donation: $100.
RSVP Jess@MikeGarcia2012.com

Coalition on Homelessness - Art Auction 2012
When: September 13, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: SomArts Cultural Center, 934 Brannan Street, San Francisco
What: Coalition on Homelessness.  Celebrating 25 years of uniting community to forge solutions for homelessness.  Live and silent auction. 
Purchase Tickets: brownpapertickets.com/event/255351
$25., $50. $75 per person.  Sliding scale
Complimentary food and drinks.
Raffle $2 per ticket to win fabulous prizes.
Information: cohartauction.tublr.com

September 14, 2012 - Friday

Women for Avalos Fundraising Party
When: September 14, 2012 - Friday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Noble, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Supervisor John Avalos
Information: avalosformayor.com

September 15, 2012 - Saturday

Mission Playground Reopening Ceremony
When: September 15, 2012 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Valencia Street near 19th Street, San Francisco
What: Reopening of Mission Playground with Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos, San Francisco Recreation and Park Department General Manager Phil Ginsburg, the City Fields Foundation, neighbors and park advocates for the grand reopening ceremony.  music,, food trucks, outdoor picnic and fun games for children and families
Information: rpdinfo@sfgov.org

Ocean Avenue Arts and Cultural Festival
When: September 15, 2012 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Ocean Avenue from Plymouth to Victoria Streets, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the OMI community with vendors, arts and crafts, booths, community services, food trucks, music and kid-centric activities.
Information: artsconn@comcast.net

Anna Conda's 45th Birthday Party and Fundraiser
When: September 15, 2012 - Saturday
9:00 p.m.
Where: EdgeSF, 4149 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Birthday Party celebrating Anna Conda's 45th Birthday.  Drag stars, politicos, promoters, dancers.  Funds go to the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.  Music by DJ Dirty Knees and Jon Ginoli.  Drag Show  hosted  by Mutha Chucka at 10:00 p.m.
Performances by: Felicia Flames, Miss Prick, Andra Jean, Diana Sauce, Anna Warhola!!
Information: milkclub.org

September 16, 2012 - Sunday

Re-Election David Chiu - Official Fall Campaign Kickoff Mobilization
When: September 16, 2012 - Sunday
Noon
Where: Washington Square Park, 700 Union Street, San Francisco
What: David Chiu's Re-Election Official Fall Campaign Kickoff Mobilization.
Information: votedavidchiu.org

September 17, 2012 - Monday

Sushi for Avalos
When: September 17, 2012 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Live Sushi, 4808 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Neighborhood fundraiser/meet and greet with Supervisor Avalos
Information: avalosformayor.com

District 3 Democratic Club - D3 Mixer
When: September 17, 2012 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Amante, 570 Green Street, San Francisco
What: D3 Mixer.  Join D3 members, neighbors, friends and community leaders at a casual social  -  cocktails, hors d'oeveres, raffle prizes including a lunch with Supervisor David Chiu, Giants tickets.  Attendees will automatically receive one raffle ticket when they join, renew or bring a new member.  Event is free and open to the public.
Information: d3dc@hotmail.com

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