I attended the Board of Supervisors meeting Tuesday in honor of Supervisor Tom Ammiano's last day as a supervisor after 14 years.
Tom is a survivor. I pulled down the picture of Tom Ammiano's first inauguration picture with the following supervisors: Willie Kennedy, Tom Hsieh, Barbara Kaufman, Susan Leal, Angela Alioto , Kevin F. Shelley (President of the Board), Tom Ammiano, Mabel Teng, Carol Migden, Sue Bierman and Terrance Hallinan. That was a long time ago!
Board President Aaron Peskin introduced Ammiano "The man, the myth, the legend". "He gave voice to the modern Board of Supervisors. Supervisor Mirkarimi said that Tom became the archangel of the progressive movement. Supervisor Elsbernd said the "the Board of Supervisors without Tom Ammiano is like the Vatican without the Pope".
Tom said goodbye "Elvis may have left the building, but never the City".
I was touched by the press sitting through the whole meeting just waiting to say goodbye to Tom - there is great affection there. The staff of all the supervisors sat out in the audience listening to all the praise - it was a nice moment.
It feels like Tom have left us - he hasn't - so we shouldn't be sad - we should celebrate!
Other items from the Board:
Supervisor Alioto-Pier gave a Commendation to McCormick Kuleto's for honoring 272 veteran's on Veteran's Day at Kuleto's at 221 Powell Street, San Francisco. Over 82,000 meals were given to veteran's nationwide from Kuleto's. That's nice.
Supervisor Aaron Peskin proved once again that he is a master of running a meeting. There were nine Eastern Neighborhood items that were voted on, a tedious discussion, but somehow Peskin kept it all straight, made in clear, made the legislation manageable - final vote will be at the December 9th meeting Board of Supervisors meeting.
November 27, 2008 - Thursday
Thanksgiving
November 28, 2008 - Friday
Tom Brokaw
When: November 28, 2008 - Friday
11 a.m.
Where: Book Passage, 1 Ferry Building #42, San Francisco
What: Tom Brokaw signs copies of "Boom!: Talking about the Sixties : What Happened, How it Shaped Today, Lessons for Tomorrow".
Information: 415-835-1020
Milk/Moscone Memorial Concert and March
When: November 28, 2008 - Friday
4 to 7 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Event commemorates the 30th Anniversary of the assassination of George Moscone and Harvey Milking featuring friends and family of George and Harvey and other surprise guests. This event also celebrates the 30th Anniversary of SF Gay Men's Chorus's first public appearance. Memorial concert at steps of SF City Hall 5 p.m twilight march from City Hall to the Castro. Co-sponsored by the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, the San Francisco LGBT Pride Celebration Committee and the Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club.
Source: www.yelp.com
Ghiradelli Square 44th Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: November 28, 2008 - Friday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Ghiradelli Square, San Francisco
What: Tree lighting ceremony. Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center will lead a holiday carol at the ceremony. Tel-Hi is collecting gifts to help brighten the holidays for the many children and seniors that Tel-Hi serves.
Information: donna@tel-hi.org
November 30, 2008 - Sunday
John P. Behanna - Celebrate the publication of: Aspen Oddysey
When: November 30, 2008 - Sunday
2 to 5 p.m.
Where: 63 Bluxome Street, San Francisco
What: You are invited to celebrate the publication of Aspen Oddysey by John P. Behanna.
Information: kivlehan@sbcgloal.ent
December 1, 2008 - Monday
Rec & Park Bike Tours
When: December 1, 2008 - Monday
8:30 a.m. - return 10:15 a.m.
Where: Depart McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: Jared Blumenfeld visiting neighborhood parks. Bike tour to:
- Helen Wills Playground
- Broadway Tunnel West Mini Park
- Broadway Tunnel East Mini Park
- Collis P. Huntington Park
Information: www.parks.sfgov.org
Source: Neighborhood Parks Council www.sfnpc.org
Convening of the 2009-2010 Legislative Session in Sacramento - which would include Tom Ammiano for Assembly and Mark Leno for State Senate.
Merchants of Upper Market & Castro (MUNC) - Traditional Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony
When: December 1, 2008 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: In front of the Tree at Bank of America Plaza, 18th Street and Castro.
What: Tree lighting ceremony. Music by the S.F. Lesbian/Gay Freedom Band, Lesbian/Gay Chorus of San Francisco and the Metropolitan Community Church Choirs. Emcees and more holiday music from "Fernando and Greg in the Morning" on Energy 92.7FM. Carols for all to sing.Many businesses will be open late for shopping with specials and discounts.
Information: www.sanfranciscomerchants.com
*30th Anniversary San Francisco Gay Men's Chorus and the Women's Community Orchestra
When: December 1, 2008 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: Davies Symphony Hall, San Francisco
What: 30th Anniversary holiday concert featuring Jennifer Holliday and three-time Oscar-nominated actress Piper Laurie. Event will benefit three AIDS organizations: Positive Resource Center, Under One Roof and Meals of Marin. Tickets begin at $20.
Information: www.sfgmc.org
Paperback Dreams
When: December 1, 2008 - Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Film screening and discussion of Paperback Dreams with filmmaker Alex Beckstead. Story of two landmark independent bookstores - Kepler's and Cody's with discussion on the paperback revolution.
Information: 415-863-8688
December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
* Georgia Election Run-off -Jim Martin vs. incumbent Senator Saxby Chambliss
Rec & Park Bike Tours
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
8:30 a.m. - return 10:15 a.m.
Where: Depart McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: Jared Blumenfeld visiting neighborhood parks. Bike tour to:
- Ina Coolbrith Park
- Who Hei Yuen Rec Center
- Chinese Recreation Center
- Washington & Hyde Mini Park
Residents are encouraged to meet the new GM and to voice their concerns. You can also use Parkscan.org to report what you see on the tour.
Information: www.parks.sfgov.org
Source: Neighborhood Parks Council www.sfnpc.org
*Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: 990 Polk Street (at Geary), San Francisco
What: Joint Enterprise and Bank of America for a special grant announcement and a first look at 990 Polk. Newly constructed, 990 Polk is green, affordable senior housing co-developed by Citizens Housing Corporation and Tenderloin Neighborhood Corporation.
Information: www.tndc.org
SPUR - Infill Development
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
12:30 to 1:30
Where: 312 Sutter Street, 5th Floor
What: What will the economic downturn mean for market rate and affordable infill housing and other development in the Bay Area. Hear Jesse Blout of Goldman Sachs Urban Investment Group, Chris Meany of Wilson Meany Sullivan, Lydia Tan of BRIDGE Housing and Margaret Schrand of Wells Fargo Bank as they explore what the future of our real estate market may hold. $5. non-members
Information: SPUR www.spur.org
Congestion Pricing in San Francisco
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7 p.m.
Where: Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on congestion pricing (demand-responsive parking pricing). Study will compare congestion pricing scenarios and discuss evaluation results.
Information: www.sfmobility.org
*Citizen Hope Launch Party
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Mixer
9 p.m. to 2 a.m. Party
Where: Ambassador Lounge, 673 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: New organization. Citizen Hope seeks to empower people to bring about change through social networking and community action. This organization is created by the same people who brought you the Bay Area for Obama group and the Ruby Skye Obama victory parties.
Co-founders: Matt Haney, Steve Ngo, Nate Mezmer
Founding members: Adam Borelli, Adam Davis, Akshay Verma, Albert Hwu, Alex Randolph, Anhoni Patel, Brian Wang, Che Hashim, Chris Vaeth, Emily Lam, Eric Casher, Erin Haney, Francis Tsang, Genevieve Jopanda, Geoff King, Jason Overman, Joe Brilliant, Johanna Silva Waki, John Harabedian, Josh Fryday, Keesa Ocampo, Keith Kamisugi, Kenya Wheeler, Kristy Young, Larry Handerhan, London Breed, Luke Klipp, Manny Black, Meena Harris, Mica Estremera, Nora Vargas, Phil Broussard, Raven Brooks, Rebecca Prozan, Rich Pio Roda, Rohini Gupta, Ryan Seashore, Sam Isaac, Stephanie Ong, Suleman Hansia, Susan Christian, Susana Telles, Tina Lee, William Zeier
Email: citizenhopesf@gmail.com
*Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Post-Election Celebration and Meeting
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, @ Southern Heights, S.F.
What: Post-election celebration.
- Greenpeace speaker (Greenspeace office now on Potrero Hill) - will discuss global warming legislation.
- Fair Elections Now Act - Full public financing of campaigns, making all other reforms possible
- Drinks and snacks provided by PHDC Executive Committee members
- Please bring non-perishable food items for the San Francisco Food Bank
NOPA - North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association Holiday Party
When: December 2, 2008 - Tuesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Poleng Lounge, 1751 Fulton Street at Masonic, San Francisco
What: Join NOPA in celebrating a year of community building and networking. Poleng Lounge is donating its location and small appetizers. No host bar.
Information: www.nopna.org
December 3, 2008 - Wednesday
Rec & Park Bike Tours
When: December 3, 2008 - Wednesday
8:30 a.m. - return 10:15 a.m.
Where: Depart McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: Jared Blumenfeld visiting neighborhood parks. Bike tour to:
- Allyne Park
- Rowing Club/Dolphin Club
- Joseph Conrad Mini Park
- Russian Hill Open Space
- Alice Marble Tennis Courts
Residents are encouraged to meet the new GM and to voice their concerns. You can also use Parkscan.org to report what you see on the tour.
Information: www.parks.sfgov.org
Source: Neighborhood Parks Council www.sfnpc.org
Brown Bag Presentation: Transforming Mission District Sidewalks into a Connected Series of Gardens
When: December 3, 2008 - Wednesday
Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Dept. of the Environment EcoCenter, 11 Grove Street, San Francisco
What: Amber Hasselbring will discuss the Mission Greenbelt - a series of public gardens stretching from Dolores Park (19th Street and Dolores) and Franklin Square (16th Street & Bryant).
Information: Nelly Sun 415-355-3703
Neighborhood Parks Council - Potluck style party to celebrate the Holiday season.
When: December 3, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: NPC office, 451 Hayes Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Join NPC Staff and Rec and Park Department General Manager Jared Blumenfeld at Potluck Holiday party. We'll be serving up Isabel's special punch and other refreshments. Please consider bringing a dish to share.
RSVP council@sfnpc.org
Art Deco San Francisco - The Architecture of Tomothy Pflueger
When: December 3, 2008 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Mechanics' Institute, 57 Post Street, San Francisco
What: Therese Poletti and Tom Paiva will discuss their book "Art Deco San Francisco: The Architecture of Timothy Pflueger". $12.
Information: www.millibrary.org
*District 5 Transportation Townhall Meeting
When: December 3, 2008 - 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: San Francisco County Fair Building main auditorium in Golden Gate Park, S.F. (at 9th Ave. and Lincoln)
What: Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi invites you to attend a District 5 townhall meeting to discuss all aspects of transportation issues with the MTA. Topics will include:
- pedestrian safety issues, including an update on crosswalks in Golden Gate Park
- the current state of Muni
- traffic calming
- bicycle issues
- whatever issues you want to talk about, specific to the Inner Sunset, District 5 or city wide
Information: mirkarimistaff@sfgov.org
San Francisco for Democracy - From the November Elections To Beyond
When: December 3, 2008 - Wednesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Schroeder's German Restaurant, 240 Front Street (near California Street) S.F.
What:
- David Latterman of Fall Line Analytics presents his analysis of California voting patterns in the November 2008 election.
- An activist from the Obama campaign will talk about the lessons learned from the campaign's massive national volunteer mobilization.
- Discussion on Proposition 8. What steps can the marriage equality movement take to combat the effects of this proposition and move forward. Confirmed panellists include Paul Hogarth, Cat Kim and Eric Schiller.
Information: sf4dem.com
December 4, 2008 - Thursday
*"Green Buildings and Sustainable Communities"
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
9 a.m. to Noon
Where: San Francisco Federal Building, Joint Auditorium, 90 - 7th Street, San Francisco
What: Annual Greening Infill Conference designed for elected officials, planners and public works staff, environmental professionals, and community activists engaged in urban development and redevelopment. Registration: $30.
Information: JoAnna Bullock joannab@abag.ca.gov
SPUR - Congestion Pricing in San Francisco
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: 312 Sutter Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco
What: Discussion on congestion pricing (demand-responsive parking pricing). Study will compare congestion pricing scenarios and discuss evaluation results. $5. non members
Information: spur.org
*Public Hearing on Proposed Ban on Alcohol Advertising on City Property
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
1 p.m.
Where: Board of Supervisors' City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee meeting.
What Hearing on Supervisor Mirkarimi's ordinance that would eliminate alcohol advertising on city property.
Information: mirkarimistaff@sfgov.org
Geary Bus Rapid Transit EIR scoping meeting
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Jackie Chan Activity Center (Self Help for the Elderly), 408 22nd Avenue (at Geary) SF
What: Transportation Authority is beginning the scoping process for the Geary Bus Rapid Transit Environmental Impact Report. Learn about and affect some of the questions that will be addressed in the environmental impact report.
Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Party Holiday Party
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: 85 Diamond, San Francisco
Information: www.alicebtoklas.org
Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. - "Our Environmental Destiny"
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
6:30 door open; Lecture: 7 p.m.
Where: Berkeley Community Theater, 1930 Allston Way, Berkeley, Ca.
What: Mario Savio Memorial Lecture: "Our Environmental Destiny". Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. presents the 12th Annual Mario Savio Memorial lecture. Free Admission
Information: 707-823-7293
Source: www.bapd.org
David Thomson
When: December 4, 2008 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Film writer David Thomson will talk and book sign his book "Have you Seen...?"
Information: www.booksmith.com
December 5, 2008 - Friday
Rec & Park Bike Tours
When: December 5, 2008 - Friday
8:30 a.m. - return 10:15 a.m.
Where: Depart McLaren Lodge, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: Jared Blumenfeld visiting neighborhood parks. Bike tour to:
- Washington Square
- Joe DiMaggio Playground
- Fay Park
- Michaelangelo Playground
Information: www.parks.sfgov.org
Source: Neighborhood Parks Council www.sfnpc.org
*Mission Community Council's Annual Networking event
When: December 5, 2008 - Friday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Mission Recreation Center Auditorium, 745 Treat Street, San Francisco
What: Mission Meet & Greet. Join MiCoCo for a morning of Mission District networking, community building and information sharing. Lunch provided.
RSVP: emily@micocosf.org
*Hayes Valley Holiday Block Party
When: December 5, 2008 - Friday
6 p.m.
Where: Hayes Valley, Hayes & Octavia, S.F.
What: Kick off the holiday season with food, drinks and live entertainment througout Hayes Valley.
Source: www.yelp.com
December 6, 2008 - Saturday
*Geary BRT EIR Scoping meeting
When: December 6, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: Tenderloin Community School, 627 Turk Street (at Polk) San Francisco
What: The Transportation Authority is beginning the scoping process for the Geary Bus Rapid Transit Environmental Impact Report.
Source: SPUR - thank you.
*Eric Mar - Community Victory Party
When: December 6, 2008 - Saturday
11 a.m.
Where: Yet Wah (upstairs room) , 2140 Clement Street @ 23rd Avenue, San Francisco
What: Victory Party. Sam Israel is working on a slide show of the Eric Mar campaign.
*3rd Annual Supermarket Street Sweep
When: December 6, 2008 - Saturday
Noon
Where: Cupid Span's sculpture (a.k.a. the Bow & Arrow, Folsom and Embarcadero, S.F
What Hundreds of racers will zipp around the city to local supermarkets and bring back thousands of pounds of food to donate to the San Francisco Food Bank.
Information: supermarketstreetsweep.blogspot.com
Source: www.sfbike.org
*Hank Wilson Memoriam
When: December 6, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 5 p.m.
Where: Eureka Valley Recreation Center, 100 Collingwood, San Francisco
What: Hank Wilson Memoriam
*Annual North Beach Cookie Crawl
When: December 6, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 5 p.m.
Where: Upper Grant between Vallejo and Filbert Street, San Francisco
What: The world's longest cookie crawl. Live music. Featuring World Famous local bakers and bakeries. Vote for your favorite cookie and holiday window. Co-sponsored by Merchants Association - North Beach and Telegraph Hill Dwellers.
*Potrero Boosters Neighborhood Association 2008 Holiday Party
When: December 6, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 6 p.m.
Where: Project One, 251 Rhode Island Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the holiday season. Wonderful wine, beer and sake and lots of seasonal savories and sweets. Share good cheer with your neighbors.
Information: potreroboosters.org
December 7 ,2008 Sunday
*Democratic Women's Forum of San Francisco Traditional Holiday Party
When: December 7, 2008 - Sunday
2 to 4 p.m.
Where: 2606 Pacific, San Francisco
What: Holiday Party honoring Alexis Gonzales, Kathleen Piccagli and Mimi Silbert. Community organizers dedicated to Peace, Hope, and Change!
Benefactors: Ruth Gordon, Jerrold Hatcher, Paula Kitses, Patricia Montague, Joan Simmons, Sims Metal Management
Patrons: Raymond Berard, Madeline Schnapp, Marcia Schnapp
Sponsors: Rose Banias, Robin Brasso, John Casserly, Martin Dinan, Clara Haynes, Emily Murase, Lynne Newhouse-Segal, Mary O'Riordan, Gayle Orr-Smith, Julie Soo, Dawn Walker, Evelyn Wilson
Event Committee: Dawn Walker, Bernice Biggs, Renee Golanty-Koel, Lorrie Kalos, Joan Simmons and Cheryl Willis
$25. Guest $20. member.
Information: 415-673-5023
*Winterfest 2008
When: December 7, 2008 - Sunday
6 to 10:30 p.m.
Where: SOMArts Gallery, 934 Brannan @ 8th Street, San Francisco
What: 13th Annual Winterfest auction, arts show and SF Bicycle Coalition fundraiser. Local art, great deals on bikes, entertainment and tasty brew from New Belgium. $15 slidingscale. $40 includes a year's membership and admission. Admission gets you into the party, two free beers.
Free valet bike parking.
Information: www.sfbike.org
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--This is a lot of information, things change - please double check information before attending.
Please email items for the calendar to mission2894@gmail.com.
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