Thursday, February 25, 2010

San Francisco Police Commission Meeting in the Castro





























Wednesday night attended San Francisco Police Commission meeting held at Eureka Valley Recreation Center on Collingwood Street in the Castro.

After Captain Gregory Corrales, Commanding Officer of Mission Station gave a presentation on police activities in the Mission District, public comments were given.

Discussion included Haight-Ashbury residents in support of sit/lie law, question about increased police activity near nightclubs and entertainment venues along with support for Captain Corrales.

Information: sf-police.org sfpd.missionstation@sfgov.org


February 25, 2010 - Thursday

*City Democratic Club - 30th Anniversary
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: CAV Wine Bar, 1666 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come help celebrate City Democratic Club's 30th Anniversary. City Democratic Club is raising money for Doctors without Borders. First 50 attendees who write a check of $50. directly to DWB will receive two complimentary drinks, snacks, a one-year City Democratic Club (dues $35.) members and be able to claim the entire deduction on your 2009 taxes .
$35. check to join or renew your Club membership will receive a complimentary glass of wine and snacks. City Democratic Club's Treasurer, Steve LaPlante, just came back from Haiti where he participated in on-the-ground relief efforts.
City's Democratic Club's Motto: Competent and pragmatic leadership in San Francisco.
RSVP: citydemcub@aol.com

San Francisco Mental Health Board and NAMI - A City in Peril
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Mental Health Board and NAMI-San Francisco will hold a Public Hearing on the Impact of Mental Health Budget Cuts. Hear what works from front-line doctors, police officers, ail staff, homeless advocates, Behavioral Health Care staff and recovered consumers. Smart Care can save lives and money!
Information: namissf@sasf.org

Public Education: Funding our Future Town Hall Meeting
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Marina Middle School, 3500 Fillmore @ Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What: Parents, students, educators and community members are invited to a citywide Town Hall Meeting to seek solutions to the funding crisis in San Francisco schools and ways to initiate long-term change.
Moderator: Michael Krasny, host of KQED radio program "Forum".
Panelists:
  • State Senator Mark Leno
  • State Senator Leland Yee
  • Assembly member Tom Ammiano
  • Assemblymember Fiona Ma
  • Carlos Garcia, SFUSD Superintendent of schools
  • David Chiu, President, SF Board of Supervisors
  • Jane Kim - President, San Francisco Board of Supervisors
  • California State PTA Director of Legislation Debbie Look
  • San Francisco Chamber of Commerce representative Jim Lazarus
  • Terry Bergeson, Executive Director, San Francisco School Alliance
  • Dennis Kelly, President, United Educators of SF
  • Mary Perry, Deputy Director, EdSource.
The dialog will focus on:
  • Creative funding solutions to pending budget cuts
  • Smarter long-term budget reform
  • Local and state-wide parental advocacy efforts
On site parking.

Richmond District Democratic Club General Meeting
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Police Station Community Room, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
  • California Democracy Act
  • Statewide Constitutional Convention
Note: Renew your membership. Endorsement meeting in March.
Who may vote: continuing members who reside in Supervisorial District 1, and who have paid dues for the current year. New members who have paid dues at least 1 month prior to the vote.
Continuing members may renew at the beginning of the meeting by paying $15. dues.
Information: Jonathan Foerster jonathan.foerster@gmail.com

24th Street Community Meeting -
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philip's, 665 Elizabeth Street (between Castro Street and Diamond Street).
What: Community meeting sponsored by Supervisor Bevan Dufty, the Noe Valley Merchants Association, the Noe Valley Association, Friends of Noe Valley, the Noe Valley Democratic Club and the Upper Noe Neighbors for a community discussion.
Items to be discussed:
  • Pending legislation by Supervisor Bevan Dufty regarding allowing new restaurants to open on 24th Street. Supervisor Bevan Dufty and Planning Department staff will be there to discuss and answer questions.
  • Captain Greg Corrales of Mission Station will provide an update on Noe Valley Public Safety and answer questions from the community.
  • Debra Niemann, President of Noe Valley Association will provide an update on the work of the Noe Valley Association and neighborhood improvements that the Noe Valley Community can expect in the coming months.
Information: Boe Hayward boehayward@sfgov.org

February 26, 2010 - Friday

SFMTA Board of Directors Special Board Meeting
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
9 a.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Board is expected to vote on proposals to close the Fiscal Year 2010 budget deficit.
Information: MTABoard@sfmta.com

Supervisor Eric Mar - Happy Chinese New Year!
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 284, San Francisco
What: Supervisor Mar is hosting a Chinese New Year celebration - Year of the Tiger!
Information: eric.l.mar@sfgov.org

The Thrashers CD Release Party
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
8 p.m. until 1 a.m.
Where: Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway Street, San Francisco
What: The Thrashers, Ruffians and The Butlers with an All Star Jam! Get ready for America's youngest rock band! SF artist "Rossana" wil perform acoustically. These nine year olds' are the world's new rockin' fun bunch. Come join the celebration of their debut CD Release "Nine".
Tickets $15.

February 27, 2010 - Saturday

Ben Gardiner memorial
When: February 27, 2010 - Saturday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: California Pacific Medical Center Davis Campus Auditorium on Castro Street @ Duboce.
What: Memorial service for longtime community activistBenjamin Gardiner.
Information: dtna.org

2010 Chinese New Year Parade
When: February 27, 2010 - Saturday
5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m.
What: Chinese New Year Parade
Information: chineseparade.com

February 28, 2010 - Sunday

Ayibobo! Amen for Haiti! - Poetry Benefit for Haiti
When: February 28, 2010 - Sunday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Glide Memorial Church, 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Friends of the San Francisco Public Library, the San Francisco International Poetry Festival and Revolutionary Poets Brigade present Ayibobo! Amen for Haiti.
Join former San Francisco Poet Laureates Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Jack Hirschman and Janice Mirikitani as they come together with the Bay Area's literary community for a poetry reading and benefit to raise funds for Haiti.
Poets:
Jorge Argueta, Max Blanchet, Veronique Deschamps, Agneta Falk, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Jack Hirschman, devorah major, Sarah Menefee, Couca Mesidor, Janice Mirikitani, Alejandro Murguia, Arthur Sheridan, Cecil Williams and Al Young.
Admission is free and donations will be accepted. All donations will be given directly to Doctors Without Borders.
Information: friendssfpl.org

State of Black SF with Medicine for Melancholy
When: February 28, 2010 - Sunday
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, SF Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Osiris Coalition presents screening of movie " Medicine for Melancholy". Q & A with Filmmaker Barry Jenkins
Panel: The State of Black San Francisco, a Conversation
  • Regina Davis, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation
  • Kevin Epps, Local Filmmaker and Community Activist
  • Randy Knox, Attorney-at-Law, Criminal and Indigent Defense
  • N'Tanya Lee, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children
  • Lateefah Simon, Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights
Sponsors: Osiris Coalition, San Francisco African American Historical and Cultural Society, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children, Lawyer's Committee for Civil Rights, KPOO

March 1, 2010- Monday

March Against Muni!
When: March 1, 2010 - Monday
5 p.m.
Where: Meet in the plaza at the start of the cable car track on Powell at the north side of Market. The protest will begin at the meeting point and continue down Market to Van Ness and end at City Hall.
What: March Against Muni is calling on you to protest and boycott Muni until our demands are met:
No more cuts
No more fare hikes
No more overcrowding
No more delays
No more rude drivers
No more exploiting seniors and disabled
No more filthy conditions
No more fare theft
No more excessive pay
No more paper fast passes

A Forum on our Future: The State of Public Education in 2010
When: March 1, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Tenderloin Community School, 627 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Join Citizen Hope, San Francisco Women's Political Committee and the New Leaders Council for a Forum on Public Education.
Moderator: Aimee Allison, KPFA Morning Show
Panelists:
Larry Aceves - Former San Jose Superintendent and Candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Carlos Garcia - Superintendent, San Francisco Unified School District
Jane Kim - President, San Francisco Board of Education
N'Tanya Lee - Executive Director, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children
The stakes could not be higher for our future. Come join this critical and timely discussion.
A mixer will follow the event.
Information: citizenhopesf@gmail.com

March 2, 2010 - Tuesday

*Commonwealth Club - California Choices: Pathways to Reform
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
8:30 a.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, Second Floor, San Francisco
What: Discussion on how greater public involvement could move California past its current crisis:
  • David Kennedy, History Professor Emeritus, Stanford University
  • Mark DiCamillo, Director, California Field Poll
  • Noel Perry, Venture Capitalist and Founder, Next 10
  • Kathay Feng, California Common Cause
  • Annette Fuentes, New America Media
  • Lenny Mendonca, Bay Area Council
  • Sunne Wright McPeak, Caifornia Forward
Members - free, non-members must register either by going to cachoices.eventbrite.com or calling 415-957-0202 x 10.

Rebecca Prozan - Women for Rebecca Prozan
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Trigger, 2348 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Rebecca Prozan for Supervisor in District 8.
Co-Chairs: District Attorney Kamala Harris, SupervisorMichela Alioto-Pier, School Board Commissioner Rebecca Norton, State Board of Equalization Chair Betty Yee.
Hosts: Fairuz Abdullah, Julia Adams, Simona Agnolucci, Jessica Albert, Linda Allen, Rosie Atkins, Michele Bateman, Jackie Besser, Roberta Boomer, Kimberly Brandon, London Breed, Toni Broaddus, Margaret Brodkin, Angela Brown, Avery Brown, Darcy Brown, Julia Capozzoli, Anne Cervantes, Susan Christian, Monica Chung, Frederique Claremont, Jana Clark, Andrea Cohan, June Cravett, Nia Crowder, Carole Cullum, Janet Dancey, Ximena Delgado, Rebecca Doyle, Jen Drake, Aimee Feinberg, Ruthanne Feinberg, Sadie Ferguson, Gita Fielding, Katherine Forrest, Kathleen Franklin, Leigh Frazier, Cathy Garza, Rebecca Goldfader, Ruth Ann Gonzales, Rohini Gupta, Roma Guy, Karen Hallett, Meena Harris, Nancy Harris, Laura Rice Heath, Sarah Hollenbeck, Linda Hunter, Aasma Hussain, Caryl Ito, Lynn Jefferson, Daisy Jiang, Sharon Johnson, Mary Jung, Dorka Keehn, Lenlee Keep, Linda Klee, Kate Monico Klein, Ellee Koss, Rebekah Krell, Sara Kunitake, Annette Lantos, Katy Picon Lao, Dyanna Lechuga, Amy Lee, Tina Lee, Elaine Leeming, Kathryn Lenhart, Linda Leu, Terry Picon Levy, Jane Lloyd, Jennifer Longley, Julie Lopez, Naomi Lempert Lopez, Van Ly, Maggie Lynch, Avenue McBride, Bernie Melvin, Debbie Mesloh, Sophie Middlebrook, Chloe Milne, Cheri Mims, Sally Morin, Emily Morse, Emily Murase, Tamara Murray, Zoanne Nordstrom, Diane Nutting, Mary Ellen O'Brien, Olivia Ongpin, Cindy Ossias, Kriztina Palone, Tammy Paster, Shilpa Patel, Susan Pfeiffer, Stacey Pratt, Mary Rickles, Rosemarie Ring, Nicole Rivera, Tina Roberts, Katherine Roubus, Patty Jo Ruthland, Emily Salgado, Cheryl Sena, Sunny Schwartz, Jennifer Shearer, Anna Shimko, Andrea Shorter, Lateefah Simon, Kimberly Smith, Sandy Sochot, Julie Soo, Catherine Stefani, Stephanie Ong Stillman, Betty Sullivan, Paris Tamanti, Jordanna Thigpen, Shannon Tobin, Nancy Tung, Johanna Silva Waki, Charla Welch, Lisa Williams, Lorraine Woodruff-Long
Donation levels: $25. to $500.
Information: RSVP events@rebeccaprozan.comrebeccaprozan.com

Phil Ting Birthday Bash
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 11:55 p.m.
Where: Eastside West, 3154 Fillmore Street @ Greenwich, San Francisco
What: Support Re-Election of San Francisco Assessor-RecorderPhil Ting.
Tickets $50. up

*Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Community Choice Town Hall
When: March 2, 2010
6:45 to 8:45 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street @ Octavia, 4th Floor Ceremonial Room, San Francisco
What: Learn how San Francisco can be powered on 50% clean electricity within the next decade, and at the same or lower rates from PG&E. Discussion on Community Choice Aggregation legislation.
Guests include:
Former State Senator Carole Migden - author of the Community Choice Aggregation legislation.
Supervisor David Campos
Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
Bay Guardian Editor Tim Redmond
Featured Presenters:
Paul Fenn, Chris Jackson, John Rizzo and Eric Brooks
Moderators: Milk Club Political VP Linette Peralta Haynes and SF Bay Guardian Editor-in-Chief Tim Redmond
Convener: Tom Taylor, Milk Club Environmental Caucus Chair.
Everyone welcomed. Free.
Information: milkclub.org

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Superior Court candidates - India Basin Neighborhood Association
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street @ Southern Heights, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
India Basin Neighborhood Association will present their Shoreline Community Vision, promoting comprehensive planning, economic success, environmental protections, transportation improvements and recreational opportunities.
Judicial Forum of candidates for contested seats on San Francisco Superior Court.
Other candidates and ballot measures TBA.
Members will hold a discussion and vote at the end of the meeting.
Information: phdemclub.org

March 3, 2010 - Wednesday

San Francisco Police DepartmentCompstat Meeting - Metro Division
When: March 3, 2010 - Wednesday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Scottish Rite Memorial, 2850 19th Avenue, San Francisco
What: COMPSTAT is a crime control model. A basic road map to fight crime. Accurate and timely intelligence, effective tactics, rapid deployment and follow-up and assessment
Information: sf-police.org

*Dolores Park Renovation Park Meeting
When: March 3, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park Church, 455 Dolores Street, San Francisco
What: The Parks Department with Supervisor Bevan Dufty's office will host the first official public meeting on the upcoming Dolores Park renovation project. " Shining Light on 2008 Clean and Safe Neighborhood Parks Bond Projects: Mission Dolores Park"
Information: bevan.dufty@sfgov.org

March 4, 2010 - Thursday

*March 4 Day of Action
When: March 4, 2010 - Thursday
5 p.m.
Where: Rally at Civic Center, San Francisco
What: Full funding for public education and social services. Progressive taxation now. Save our schools and public services.
Rally sponsored by United Educators of San Francisco (UESF), California Faculty Association, AFT Local 2121 and the San Francisco Labor Council.
Information: sflaborcouncil.org

*Assemblywoman Fiona Ma - March Masquerade
When: March 4, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Medjool Restaurant, 2522 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Fiona Ma's birthday.
$100.

*New Items

Information:

Debra Walker has been endorsed by Norman Yee and Kim-Shree Maufus for District Six Supervisor in the November election.


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Tuesday, February 23, 2010

District 8 Supervisor Candidates Forum



































































































































































Monday night I attended the District 8 Supervisor Candidates Forum at Harvey Milk Recreation Center on Scott Street.

A large crowd of people heard the seven candidates running in District 8 for Supervisor. Each candidate was given a six minute introduction speech followed by questions collected from the audience.

Candidates as pictured above:
  • Starchild
  • Rafael Mandelman
  • James Boeger
  • Laura Spanjian
  • Scott Wiener
  • Bill Hemenger
  • Rebecca Prozan
Moderator: Barbara Taylor, City Hall Bureau Chief and Reporter for KCBSNews Radio

In the candidates initial six minute introduction they were asked to respond to five issues:
Housing, Neighborhood Character, Business, Safety and Neighborhoods & Citywide Issues.

Sponsors of the Forum:

Lower Haight Merchant + Neighbor Association (LoHaMNA) lowerhaight.org the@netstepsmarketing.com
Buena Vista Neighborhood Association (BVNA) BVNASF.com info@BVNASF.com
Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association (DTNA) dtna.org
Mount Olympus Neighbors' Association (MONA) CG2906@earthlink.net

These candidates were smart, articulate and already well into campaigning for the Supervisor race - eight months out.

February 23, 2010 - Tuesday

Rally - Support for Ethnic Studies - The Campaign for Ethnic Studies
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Meet at the corner of Franklin/McAllister for press conference - bring signs in support of Ethnic Studies. San Francisco School Board meeting to vote on resolution in support of Ethnic Studies. Please wear RED.
Supporters: HOMEY, The Filipino Community Center, POWER, JACL, The College of Ethnic Studies at SFSU, College of Education at SFSU, Pin@y Educational Partnership, San Francisco Freedom School, ALAY, Chinatown Community Development Center, Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation, Brothers of Chi Rho Omicron, SFSU, Latin American Teachers Association, San Francisco Association of Bilingual Educators, Teachers 4 Social Justice, Chinese Progressive Association, The Freedom Archives , Neighborhood Visions Project, South of Market Community Action Network, Asian Law Caucus, Phillipino American Collegiate Endeavor, League of Filipino Students, All Tribes SF-UZN, Mujeres Unidas y Activas, Coleman Advocates, Youth Making a Change, The Association of Chinese Teachers, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicana/o de Aztland, United Playaz
Information: campaignforethnicstudies@gmail.com

Interfaith Prayer Service for Immigration Reform
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral, 1100 California Street, San Francisco
What: Join Northern California Religious and Community Leaders working for Comprehensive Immigration reform. An Interfaith Call to Love. Prayerfully Stand for Immigration Reform. Multi-cultural music performance, Interfaith prayer service. Refreshments and cultural celebration.
RSVP icir2010@yahoo.com

Rebuild Potrero -Town Hall Meeting Final Master Plan Presentation and Celebration
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9 .m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Final master plan - redevelopment of Potrero Terrace & Annex. Come review the proposed final master plan, wich is the culmination of a broad community engagement process that began in August 2008. The final plan will be reflected in applications submitted to the San Francisco Planning Department this coming spring.
Town Hall meeting is being held during the regular meeting time for the Potrero Boosters, who have donated their timeslot for this meeting.
Bus service will be provided to and from the NABE, throughout the neighborhood. Visit rebuildpotrero.com for schedule of pick-up times and locations.

*Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - City Attorney Dennis Herrera
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: General Meeting:
  • San Francisco City Attorney Dennis Herrera will offer his perspective on our city's sanctuary policy and the recently enacted legislation to protect the due process rights of immigrant youth.
  • Pride at Work's Josue Argiielles and Community United Against Violence's Carolina Morales will be on hand to discuss how the immigrant rights community and how the LGBTQ community can work together to ensure the new policy is enacted as quickly as possible.
  • Vincent Atos and Amy Willis from the ILWC, Hornblower Cruises recently will discuss the termination of Vincent. Vincent and Amy will discuss how the Milk Club can support their work to bring justice and accountability to Hornblower.
  • Former Milk Club President and SEIU Political Coordinator Robert Haaland will talk about about recent transphobia at SEIU 1021. Robert will also discuss the proposal for a "sit/lie" law to target people who are homeless in the Haight, and what the Milk Club can do to oppose the criminalization of people who are homeless.
Information: info@milkclub.org


February 24, 2010 - Wednesday

* Protect Your Education -Town Hall/Teach-In
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City College, Diego Rivera Theatre, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco
What: Town Hall/Teach-In on the budget cuts. Organized by CCSF Administration, CCSF Associated Students and has the participation of the CCSF General Assembly Against the Budget Cuts.
Intent of Teach-In:
  • How the California Budget works
  • How it has affected all of us
  • To discuss what can we do to save Public Education
  • To learn about the history of Student Action.
  • To talk about Marth 4th - Statewide Day of Action on Fighting the Budget Cuts.
  • To talk about March 22nd - March to Sacramento

San Francisco Police Commission - Mission District
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: Mission District, Eureka Valley Recreation Center, 100 Collingwood, San Francisco
What: Regular police commission meeting. Items from agenda:
Chief's Report - update on significant policing efforts by Department members.
Captain Gregory Corrales, Commanding Officer of Mission Station, to address the Commission on Police Activities in the Mission District.
Commission: Dr. Joe Marshall, Thomas Mazzucco, Petra Dejesus, Yvonne Y. Lee, David Onek, Vincent Pan, James Hammer
Information: 415-553-1667

*Black Women Organized for Political Action - San Francisco Chapter
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: *there seems to some confusion about the location - I am trying to get this clarified) City College, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, Room SB213, San Francisco
What: A Town Hall meeting to discuss the District 10 Supervisor Race. Purpose of meeting is to activate, motivate, promote, support and educate African-American women about the political process, encourage involvement and to affirm our commitment to, and solving of, those problems affecting the African-Community. All persons are welcome and membership is open to all genders and race.
This is not a political event. Candidates who are running are welcome, but no campaign signs, peitions, or anything campaign related are welcome.
This meeting will help BWOPA-SF move forward in planning a debate with registered candidates who are running for Distrcit 10 Supervisor.
Information: bwopa.org.

Duboce Park Community Meeting
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Recreation Center, 50 Scott Street, San Francisco
What: Duboce Park Quarterly Community meeting. Become acquainted with and discuss issues with key Rec and Park staff members. Meeting will be led by Bob Palacio, Neighborhood Services Manager, who updates the community on all current and future projects in Duboce Park and Harvey Milk Recreation Center. Ana Alvarez, Superintendent Citywide Services, will be at the meeting and to make presentation on the new model that Rec and Park is creating to deal with the budget cuts will be coming.

San Francisco Democratic Party
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Offices of UNITE HERE, Local 2, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.
Information: sfdemocrats.org

*CounterPulse - Nature in the City: Golf Courses, Parks, Natural Areas
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: CounterPULSE, 1310 Mission Street at 9th Street, San Francisco
What: Sharp Park Park Golf Course in Pacifica (owned by the City of San Francisco) has become a point of sharp controversy, pitting golfers against endangered species. Meanwhile the City's budget is strained. Come and talk about it. Casey Allen will give a thorough presentation.
Information: chris.carlsson@foundsf.org

February 25, 2010 - Thursday

*Medicare for All Rally
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
10 a.m.
Where: San Francisco Federal Building, 90 7th Street between Market and Mission, San Francisco.
What: Sidewalk Summit to tell President Obama that the policy that meets his goals of bringing down premiums, bringing down the deficit, covering the uninsured, strengthening Medicare, and stopping insurance company abuses, is Improved Medicare for all.
Join with activists from the California Physicians Alliance, California Alliance for Retired Americans, Gray Panthers, and Single Payer Now to let President Obama how that we want Medicare for all.
Information: singlepayernow.net

City Democratic Club - 30th Anniversary
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: CAV Wine Bar, 1666 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come help celebrate City Democratic Club's 30th Anniversary. City Democratic Club is raising money forDoctors with Borders. First 50 attendees who write a check of $50. directly to DWB will receive two complimentary drinks, snacks, a one-year City Democratic Club (dues $35.) members and be able to claim the entire deduction on your 2009 taxes .
$35. check to join or renew your Club membership will receive a complimentary glass of wine and snacks. City Democratic Club's Treasurer, Steve LaPlante, just came back from Haiti where he participated in on-the-ground relief efforts.
City's Democratic Club's Motto: Competent and pragmatic leadership in San Francisco.
RSVP: citydemcub@aol.com

San Francisco Mental Health Board and NAMI - A City in Peril
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Mental Health Board and NAMI-San Francisco will hold a Public Hearing on the Impact of Mental Health Budget Cuts. Hear what works from front-line doctors, police officers, ail staff, homeless advocates, Behavioral Health Care staff and recovered consumers. Smart Care can save lives and money!
Information: namissf@sasf.org

*Public Education: Funding our Future Town Hall Meeting
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Marina Middle School, 3500 Fillmore @ Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What: Parents, students, educators and community members are invited to a citywide Town Hall Meeting to seek solutions to the funding crisis in San Francisco schools and ways to initiate long-term change.
Moderator: Michael Krasny, host of KQED radio program "Forum".
Panelists:
  • State Senator Mark Leno
  • State Senator Leland Yee
  • Assembly member Tom Ammiano
  • Assemblymember Fiona Ma
  • Carlos Garcia, SFUSD Superintendent of schools
  • David Chiu, President, SF Board of Supervisors
  • Jane Kim - President, San Francisco Board of Supervisors
  • California State PTA Director of Legislation Debbie Look
  • San Francisco Chamber of Commerce representative Jim Lazarus
  • Terry Bergeson, Executive Director, San Francisco School Alliance
  • Dennis Kelly, President, United Educators of SF
  • Mary Perry, Deputy Director, EdSource.
The dialog will focus on:
  • Creative funding solutions to pending budget cuts
  • Smarter long-term budget reform
  • Local and state-wide parental advocacy efforts
On site parking.

Richmond District Democratic Club General Meeting
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Police Station Community Room, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
  • California Democracy Act
  • Statewide Constitutional Convention
Note: Renew your membership. Endorsement meeting in March.
Who may vote: continuing members who reside in Supervisorial District 1, and who have paid dues for the current year. New members who have paid dues at least 1 month prior to the vote.
Continuing members may renew at the beginning of the meeting by paying $15. dues.
Information: Jonathan Foerster jonathan.foerster@gmail.com

24th Street Community Meeting -
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philip's, 665 Elizabeth Street (between Castro Street and Diamond Street).
What: Community meeting sponsored by Supervisor Bevan Dufty, the Noe Valley Merchants Association, the Noe Valley Association, Friends of Noe Valley, the Noe Valley Democratic Club and the Upper Noe Neighbors for a community discussion.
Items to be discussed:
  • Pending legislation by Supervisor Bevan Dufty regarding allowing new restaurants to open on 24th Street. Supervisor Bevan Dufty and Planning Department staff will be there to discuss and answer questions.
  • Captain Greg Corrales of Mission Station will provide an update on Noe Valley Public Safety and answer questions from the community.
  • Debra Niemann, President of Noe Valley Association will provide an update on the work of the Noe Valley Association and neighborhood improvements that the Noe Valley Community can expect in the coming months.
Information: Boe Hayward boehayward@sfgov.org

February 26, 2010 - Friday

SFMTA Board of Directors Special Board Meeting
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
9 a.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Board is expected to vote on proposals to close the Fiscal Year 2010 budget deficit.
Information: MTABoard@sfmta.com

Supervisor Eric Mar - Happy Chinese New Year!
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 284, San Francisco
What: Supervisor Mar is hosting a Chinese New Year celebration - Year of the Tiger!
Information: eric.l.mar@sfgov.org

The Thrashers CD Release Party
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
8 p.m. until 1 a.m.
Where: Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway Street, San Francisco
What: The Thrashers, Ruffians and The Butlers with an All Star Jam! Get ready for America's youngest rock band! SF artist "Rossana" wil perform acoustically. These nine year olds' are the world's new rockin' fun bunch. Come join the celebration of their debut CD Release "Nine".
Tickets $15.

February 27, 2010 - Saturday

Ben Gardiner memorial
When: February 27, 2010 - Saturday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: California Pacific Medical Center Davis Campus Auditorium on Castro Street @ Duboce.
What: Memorial service for longtime community activist Benjamin Gardiner.
Information: dtna.org

2010 Chinese New Year Parade
When: February 27, 2010 - Saturday
5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m.
What: Chinese New Year Parade
Information: chineseparade.com

February 28, 2010 - Sunday

Ayibobo! Amen for Haiti! - Poetry Benefit for Haiti
When: February 28, 2010 - Sunday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Glide Memorial Church, 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Friends of the San Francisco Public Library, the San Francisco International Poetry Festival and Revolutionary Poets Brigade present Ayibobo! Amen for Haiti.
Join former San Francisco Poet Laureates Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Jack Hirschman and Janice Mirikitani as they come together with the Bay Area's literary community for a poetry reading and benefit to raise funds for Haiti.
Poets:
Jorge Argueta, Max Blanchet, Veronique Deschamps, Agneta Falk, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Jack Hirschman, devorah major, Sarah Menefee, Couca Mesidor, Janice Mirikitani, Alejandro Murguia, Arthur Sheridan, Cecil Williams and Al Young.
Admission is free and donations will be accepted. All donations will be given directly to Doctors Without Borders.
Information: friendssfpl.org

State of Black SF with Medicine for Melancholy
When: February 28, 2010 - Sunday
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, SF Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Osiris Coalition presents screening of movie " Medicine for Melancholy". Q & A with Filmmaker Barry Jenkins
Panel: The State of Black San Francisco, a Conversation
  • Regina Davis, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation
  • Kevin Epps, Local Filmmaker and Community Activist
  • Randy Knox, Attorney-at-Law, Criminal and Indigent Defense
  • N'Tanya Lee, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children
  • Lateefah Simon, Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights
Sponsors: Osiris Coalition, San Francisco African American Historical and Cultural Society, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children, Lawyer's Committee for Civil Rights, KPOO

March 1, 2010- Monday

March Against Muni!
When: March 1, 2010 - Monday
5 p.m.
Where: Meet in the plaza at the start of the cable car track on Powell at the north side of Market. The protest will begin at the meeting point and continue down Market to Van Ness and end at City Hall.
What: March Against Muni is calling on you to protest and boycott Muni until our demands are met:
No more cuts
No more fare hikes
No more overcrowding
No more delays
No more rude drivers
No more exploiting seniors and disabled
No more filthy conditions
No more fare theft
No more excessive pay
No more paper fast passes

A Forum on our Future: The State of Public Education in 2010
When: March 1, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Tenderloin Community School, 627 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Join Citizen Hope, San Francisco Women's Political Committee and the New Leaders Council for a Forum on Public Education.
Moderator: Aimee Allison, KPFA Morning Show
Panelists:
Larry Aceves - Former San Jose Superintendent and Candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Carlos Garcia - Superintendent, San Francisco Unified School District
Jane Kim - President, San Francisco Board of Education
N'Tanya Lee - Executive Director, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children
The stakes could not be higher for our future. Come join this critical and timely discussion.
A mixer will follow the event.
Information: citizenhopesf@gmail.com

March 2, 2010 - Tuesday

*Rebecca Prozan - Women for Rebecca Prozan
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Trigger, 2348 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Rebecca Prozan for Supervisor in District 8.
Co-Chairs: District Attorney Kamala Harris, Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier, School Board Commissioner Rebecca Norton, State Board of Equalization Chair Betty Yee.
Hosts: Fairuz Abdullah, Julia Adams, Simona Agnolucci, Jessica Albert, Linda Allen, Rosie Atkins, Michele Bateman, Jackie Besser, Roberta Boomer, Kimberly Brandon, London Breed, Toni Broaddus, Margaret Brodkin, Angela Brown, Avery Brown, Darcy Brown, Julia Capozzoli, Anne Cervantes, Susan Christian, Monica Chung, Frederique Claremont, Jana Clark, Andrea Cohan, June Cravett, Nia Crowder, Carole Cullum, Janet Dancey, Ximena Delgado, Rebecca Doyle, Jen Drake, Aimee Feinberg, Ruthanne Feinberg, Sadie Ferguson, Gita Fielding, Katherine Forrest, Kathleen Franklin, Leigh Frazier, Cathy Garza, Rebecca Goldfader, Ruth Ann Gonzales, Rohini Gupta, Roma Guy, Karen Hallett, Meena Harris, Nancy Harris, Laura Rice Heath, Sarah Hollenbeck, Linda Hunter, Aasma Hussain, Caryl Ito, Lynn Jefferson, Daisy Jiang, Sharon Johnson, Mary Jung, Dorka Keehn, Lenlee Keep, Linda Klee, Kate Monico Klein, Ellee Koss, Rebekah Krell, Sara Kunitake, Annette Lantos, Katy Picon Lao, Dyanna Lechuga, Amy Lee, Tina Lee, Elaine Leeming, Kathryn Lenhart, Linda Leu, Terry Picon Levy, Jane Lloyd, Jennifer Longley, Julie Lopez, Naomi Lempert Lopez, Van Ly, Maggie Lynch, Avenue McBride, Bernie Melvin, Debbie Mesloh, Sophie Middlebrook, Chloe Milne, Cheri Mims, Sally Morin, Emily Morse, Emily Murase, Tamara Murray, Zoanne Nordstrom, Diane Nutting, Mary Ellen O'Brien, Olivia Ongpin, Cindy Ossias, Kriztina Palone, Tammy Paster, Shilpa Patel, Susan Pfeiffer, Stacey Pratt, Mary Rickles, Rosemarie Ring, Nicole Rivera, Tina Roberts, Katherine Roubus, Patty Jo Ruthland, Emily Salgado, Cheryl Sena, Sunny Schwartz, Jennifer Shearer, Anna Shimko, Andrea Shorter, Lateefah Simon, Kimberly Smith, Sandy Sochot, Julie Soo, Catherine Stefani, Stephanie Ong Stillman, Betty Sullivan, Paris Tamanti, Jordanna Thigpen, Shannon Tobin, Nancy Tung, Johanna Silva Waki, Charla Welch, Lisa Williams, Lorraine Woodruff-Long
Donation levels: $25. to $500.
Information: RSVP events@rebeccaprozan.com rebeccaprozan.com

*Phil Ting Birthday Bash
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 11:55 p.m.
Where: Eastside West, 3154 Fillmore Street @ Greenwich, San Francisco
What: Support Re-Election of San Francisco Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting.
Tickets $50. up

*Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Superior Court candidates - India Basin Neighborhood Association
When: March 2, 2010 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street @ Southern Heights, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
India Basin Neighborhood Association will present their Shoreline Community Vision, promoting comprehensive planning, economic success, environmental protections, transportation improvements and recreational opportunities.
Judicial Forum of candidates for contested seats on San Francisco Superior Court.
Other candidates and ballot measures TBA.
Members will hold a discussion and vote at the end of the meeting.
Information: phdemclub.org


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Sunday, February 21, 2010

I support "information overload" - Correction



















Correction:

Supervisor Bevan Dufty has endorsed Debra Walker for San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee (this is a correction). Supervisor Bevan Dufty has not endorsed for Supervisor in District 6. My apologies for the error.


Wikipedia's definition of "information overload" is a term popularized by Alvin Toffler that refers to the difficulty a person can have understanding an issue and making decisions that can be caused by the presence of too much information".

At Norm Rolfe's memorial Friday, someone got up and said the room was full of people who believe "it doesn't need to be this way".

Information is power - in this small place called San Francisco we have a abundance of groups and people who work everyday in every part of the City. We need to acknowledge their hard work and make sense of what is going on in order to proceed in changing, improving our lives.

Please help - if you have a meeting, event notice please forward to me at sfpostnotes@gmail.com.

I am trying my best to keep track of political events - especially the 2010 elections. We have to help each other.

Thanks,

Linda Post


February 22, 2010 - Monday

SPUR - 30th Annual Good Government Awards
When: February 22, 2010 - Monday
5:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: City Hall, North Light Court, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom and Event Chair Chris Gruwell, President of Platinum Advisors, at the 30th Annual Good Government Awards. This is an opportunity to recognize the people who exemplify the highest standard of public service. Awards ceremony and reception.
2010 Public Managerial Excellence Award Winners:
Toni Coe, Manager, Field Operations, Municipal Transportation Agency
Robert Brent Dennis, Garden Director, Botanical Gardens, Executive Director, Conservatory of Flowers, Recreation and Parks
Allison Magee, Director of Administrative Services, Juvenile Probation Department, Maria X. Martinez, Deputy Director, Department of Public Health, Nadia Sesay, Director of the Office of Public Finance, Controller's Office
SPUR Infrastructure and Planning Award: Water System Improvement Program, SF Public Utilities Commission
Featured speakers include: Mayor Gavin Newsom, Nathaniel P. Ford, Philip A. Ginsburg, Mitchell H. Katz, Ben Rosenfield, William P. Siffermann
Honorary MFAC Committee: Gavin Newsom, Willie L. Brown, Jr., Frank Jordan , Art Agnos, Dianne Feinstein, Gina Moscone
Information: events@spur.org
$75. per person.

2010 District 8 Candidates for Supervisor Forum
When: February 22, 2010 - Monday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Community Center, 50 Scott Street at Duboce (correction), San Francisco
What: Listen to candidates for District 8. After hearing positions and statements from the candidates, you'll have a chance to ask questions.
Filed candidates: Jim Boegner, William Hernenger, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan, Laura Spanjian, Starchild, Scott Wiener.
Sponsored by: Lower Haight Merchant + Neighbor Assn. (LoHaMNA), Buena Vista Neighborhood Assn (BVNA), Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Assn. (DTNA)
Information: BVNASF.com

February 23, 2010 - Tuesday

Rally - Support for Ethnic Studies - The Campaign for Ethnic Studies
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 555 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Meet at the corner of Franklin/McAllister for press conference - bring signs in support of Ethnic Studies. San Francisco School Board meeting to vote on resolution in support of Ethnic Studies. Please wear RED.
Supporters: HOMEY, The Filipino Community Center, POWER, JACL, The College of Ethnic Studies at SFSU, College of Education at SFSU, Pin@y Educational Partnership, San Francisco Freedom School, ALAY, Chinatown Community Development Center, Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation, Brothers of Chi Rho Omicron, SFSU, Latin American Teachers Association, San Francisco Association of Bilingual Educators, Teachers 4 Social Justice, Chinese Progressive Association, The Freedom Archives , Neighborhood Visions Project, South of Market Community Action Network, Asian Law Caucus, Phillipino American Collegiate Endeavor, League of Filipino Students, All Tribes SF-UZN, Mujeres Unidas y Activas, Coleman Advocates, Youth Making a Change, The Association of Chinese Teachers, Movimiento Estudiantil Chicana/o de Aztland, United Playaz
Information: campaignforethnicstudies@gmail.com

Interfaith Prayer Service for Immigration Reform
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral, 1100 California Street, San Francisco
What: Join Northern California Religious and Community Leaders working for Comprehensive Immigration reform. An Interfaith Call to Love. Prayerfully Stand for Immigration Reform. Multi-cultural music performance, Interfaith prayer service. Refreshments and cultural celebration.
RSVP icir2010@yahoo.com

Rebuild Potrero -Town Hall Meeting Final Master Plan Presentation and Celebration
When: February 23, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9 .m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Final master plan - redevelopment of Potrero Terrace & Annex. Come review the proposed final master plan, wich is the culmination of a broad community engagement process that began in August 2008. The final plan will be reflected in applications submitted to the San Francisco Planning Department this coming spring.
Town Hall meeting is being held during the regular meeting time for the Potrero Boosters, who have donated their timeslot for this meeting.
Bus service will be provided to and from the NABE, throughout the neighborhood. Visit rebuildpotrero.com for schedule of pick-up times and locations.

February 24, 2010 - Wednesday

San Francisco Police Commission - Mission District
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: Mission District, Eureka Valley Recreation Center, 100 Collingwood, San Francisco
What: Regular police commission meeting. Items from agenda:
Chief's Report - update on significant policing efforts by Department members.
Captain Gregory Corrales, Commanding Officer of Mission Station, to address the Commission on Police Activities in the Mission District.
Commission: Dr. Joe Marshall, Thomas Mazzucco, Petra Dejesus, Yvonne Y. Lee, David Onek, Vincent Pan, James Hammer
Information: 415-553-1667

Duboce Park Community Meeting
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Recreation Center, 50 Scott Street, San Francisco
What: Duboce Park Quarterly Community meeting. Become acquainted with and discuss issues with key Rec and Park staff members. Meeting will be led by Bob Palacio, Neighborhood Services Manager, who updates the community on all current and future projects in Duboce Park and Harvey Milk Recreation Center. Ana Alvarez, Superintendent Citywide Services, will be at the meeting and to make presentation on the new model that Rec and Park is creating to deal with the budget cuts will be coming.

San Francisco Democratic Party
When: February 24, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Offices of UNITE HERE, Local 2, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting.
Information: sfdemocrats.org

February 25, 2010 - Thursday

City Democratic Club - 30th Anniversary
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: CAV Wine Bar, 1666 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come help celebrate City Democratic Club's 30th Anniversary. City Democratic Club is raising money for Doctors with Borders. First 50 attendees who write a check of $50. directly to DWB will receive two complimentary drinks, snacks, a one-year City Democratic Club (dues $35.) members and be able to claim the entire deduction on your 2009 taxes .
$35. check to join or renew your Club membership will receive a complimentary glass of wine and snacks. City Democratic Club's Treasurer, Steve LaPlante, just came back from Haiti where he participated in on-the-ground relief efforts.
City's Democratic Club's Motto: Competent and pragmatic leadership in San Francisco.
RSVP: citydemcub@aol.com
San Francisco Mental Health Board and NAMI - A City in Peril
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Mental Health Board and NAMI-San Francisco will hold a Public Hearing on the Impact of Mental Health Budget Cuts. Hear what works from front-line doctors, police officers, ail staff, homeless advocates, Behavioral Health Care staff and recovered consumers. Smart Care can save lives and money!
Information: namissf@sasf.org

Public Education: Funding our Future Town Hall Meeting
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Marina Middle School, 3500 Fillmore @ Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What: Parents, students, educators and community members are invited to a citywide Town Hall Meeting to seek solutions to the funding crisis in San Francisco schools and ways to initiate long-term change.
Moderator: Michael Krasny, host of KQED radio program "Forum".
Panelists:
  • State Senator Mark Leno
  • Assembly member Tom Ammiano
  • Assemblymember Fiona Ma
  • California State PTA Director of Legislation Debbie Look
  • San Francisco Chamber of Commerce representative Jim Lazarus
The dialog will focus on:
  • Creative funding solutions to pending budget cuts
  • Smarter long-term budget reform
  • Local and state-wide parental advocacy efforts
On site parking.

Richmond District Democratic Club General Meeting
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Police Station Community Room, 461 6th Avenue, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
  • California Democracy Act
  • Statewide Constitutional Convention
Note: Renew your membership. Endorsement meeting in March.
Who may vote: continuing members who reside in Supervisorial District 1, and who have paid dues for the current year. New members who have paid dues at least 1 month prior to the vote.
Continuing members may renew at the beginning of the meeting by paying $15. dues.
Information: Jonathan Foerster jonathan.foerster@gmail.com

24th Street Community Meeting -
When: February 25, 2010 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philip's, 665 Elizabeth Street (between Castro Street and Diamond Street).
What: Community meeting sponsored by Supervisor Bevan Dufty, the Noe Valley Merchants Association, the Noe Valley Association, Friends of Noe Valley, the Noe Valley Democratic Club and the Upper Noe Neighbors for a community discussion.
Items to be discussed:
  • Pending legislation by Supervisor Bevan Dufty regarding allowing new restaurants to open on 24th Street. Supervisor Bevan Dufty and Planning Department staff will be there to discuss and answer questions.
  • Captain Greg Corrales of Mission Station will provide an update on Noe Valley Public Safety and answer questions from the community.
  • Debra Niemann, President of Noe Valley Association will provide an update on the work of the Noe Valley Association and neighborhood improvements that the Noe Valley Community can expect in the coming months.
Information: Boe Hayward boehayward@sfgov.org

February 26, 2010 - Friday

SFMTA Board of Directors Special Board Meeting
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
9 a.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Board is expected to vote on proposals to close the Fiscal Year 2010 budget deficit.
Information: MTABoard@sfmta.com

Supervisor Eric Mar - Happy Chinese New Year!
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 284, San Francisco
What: Supervisor Mar is hosting a Chinese New Year celebration - Year of the Tiger!
Information: eric.l.mar@sfgov.org

The Thrashers CD Release Party
When: February 26, 2010 - Friday
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
8 p.m. until 1 a.m.
Where: Broadway Studios, 435 Broadway Street, San Francisco
What: The Thrashers, Ruffians and The Butlers with an All Star Jam! Get ready for America's youngest rock band! SF artist "Rossana" wil perform acoustically. These nine year olds' are the world's new rockin' fun bunch. Come join the celebration of their debut CD Release "Nine".
Tickets $15.

February 27, 2010 - Saturday

Ben Gardiner memorial
When: February 27, 2010 - Saturday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: California Pacific Medical Center Davis Campus Auditorium on Castro Street @ Duboce.
What: Memorial service for longtime community activist Benjamin Gardiner.
Information: dtna.org

2010 Chinese New Year Parade
When: February 27, 2010 - Saturday
5:15 p.m. to 8 p.m.
What: Chinese New Year Parade
Information: chineseparade.com

February 28, 2010 - Sunday

Ayibobo! Amen for Haiti! - Poetry Benefit for Haiti
When: February 28, 2010 - Sunday
1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Glide Memorial Church, 330 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Friends of the San Francisco Public Library, the San Francisco International Poetry Festival and Revolutionary Poets Brigade present Ayibobo! Amen for Haiti.
Join former San Francisco Poet Laureates Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Jack Hirschman and Janice Mirikitani as they come together with the Bay Area's literary community for a poetry reading and benefit to raise funds for Haiti.
Poets:
Jorge Argueta, Max Blanchet, Veronique Deschamps, Agneta Falk, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Jack Hirschman, devorah major, Sarah Menefee, Couca Mesidor, Janice Mirikitani, Alejandro Murguia, Arthur Sheridan, Cecil Williams and Al Young.
Admission is free and donations will be accepted. All donations will be given directly to Doctors Without Borders.
Information: friendssfpl.org

State of Black SF with Medicine for Melancholy
When: February 28, 2010 - Sunday
2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, SF Public Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Osiris Coalition presents screening of movie " Medicine for Melancholy". Q & A with Filmmaker Barry Jenkins
Panel: The State of Black San Francisco, a Conversation
  • Regina Davis, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation
  • Kevin Epps, Local Filmmaker and Community Activist
  • Randy Knox, Attorney-at-Law, Criminal and Indigent Defense
  • N'Tanya Lee, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children
  • Lateefah Simon, Lawyers Committee for Civil Rights
Sponsors: Osiris Coalition, San Francisco African American Historical and Cultural Society, San Francisco Housing Development Corporation, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children, Lawyer's Committee for Civil Rights, KPOO

March 1, 2010- Monday

March Against Muni!
When: March 1, 2010 - Monday
5 p.m.
Where: Meet in the plaza at the start of the cable car track on Powell at the north side of Market. The protest will begin at the meeting point and continue down Market to Van Ness and end at City Hall.
What: March Against Muni is calling on you to protest and boycott Muni until our demands are met:
No more cuts
No more fare hikes
No more overcrowding
No more delays
No more rude drivers
No more exploiting seniors and disabled
No more filthy conditions
No more fare theft
No more excessive pay
No more paper fast passes

A Forum on our Future: The State of Public Education in 2010
When: March 1, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Tenderloin Community School, 627 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Join Citizen Hope, San Francisco Women's Political Committee and the New Leaders Council for a Forum on Public Education.
Moderator: Aimee Allison, KPFA Morning Show
Panelists:
Larry Aceves - Former San Jose Superintendent and Candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction
Carlos Garcia - Superintendent, San Francisco Unified School District
Jane Kim - President, San Francisco Board of Education
N'Tanya Lee - Executive Director, Coleman Advocates for Youth and Children
The stakes could not be higher for our future. Come join this critical and timely discussion.
A mixer will follow the event.
Information: citizenhopesf@gmail.com

Information:

Ross Mirkarimi was elected Chair of the San Francisco Transportation Authority

San Francisco Women's Political Political Committee has made the following early endorsements:
  • Kamala Harris - California Attorney General
  • Betty Yee - Re-Election to the State Board of Equalization
  • Janet Reilly for Supervisor in District 2
  • Carmen Chu for Re-Election in District 4
  • Debra Walker for Supervisor in District 6
Information: sfwpc.org

Supervisor Bevan Dufty has endorsed Debra Walker for San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee (this is a correction). Supervisor Bevan Dufty has not endorsed for Supervisor in District 6. My apologies for the error.

James Keys has been elected Chair of the City ad County of San Francisco Mental Health Board.

San Francisco Young Democrats endorsed the following races:
  • Governor: Jerry Brown
  • Lt. Gov: Janice Hahn
  • Atty General: Kamala Harris
  • Treasurer: Bill Lockyer
  • Insurance Commissioner: Dave Jones
  • Superintendent of Public Instruction: no candidate reached the required 60% threshold to endorsed. SFYD has no position on this race.
  • Senate: Barbara Boxer


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Monday, February 15, 2010

San Francisco Political Events as of February 15, 2010


















February 15, 2010

*Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - President of the Board David Chiu
When: February 15, 2010 - Monday
6:45 to 8 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk @ Washington, San Francisco
What: Come spend an hour with District 3 Supervisor and President of the Board of SupervisorDavid Chiu. The Supervisor will be talking about the State of the City, the State of District 3 and the State of the Neighborhood.
Information: middlepolk.org

February 16, 2010 - Tuesday

Entertainment Commission - Report on Club Suede.
When: February 16, 2010 - Tuesday
5 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Entertainment Commission will listen to the Executive Director's report on Club Suede. You can voice your concerns during Public Comment.
Information: 415-315-2400

February 17, 2010 - Wednesday

What: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce - Supervisor David Campos
When: February 17, 2010 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m.
Where: SFCC Boardroom, 235 Montgomery Street, 12th Floor, San Francisco
What: Hear Supervisor David Campos speak at SUPES for Lunch

40 Days to Finish Health Reform - San Francisco Rally
When: February 17, 2010 - Wednesday
5 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Justin Herman Plaza, San Francisco
What: Kicking off a 40 day campaign to finish reform and finish it right! We must show that we demand quality and affordable health care for all! Hosted by Health Access California

Coalition Meeting - India Basin Shoreline Community Vision
When: February 17, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Neighborhood Parks Council, 451 Hayes Street @ Octavia, San Francisco
What: India Basin is the waterfront neighborhood that spans from Heron's Head Park to the Hunter's Point Shipyard, and from the hilltop to the shore. Join NPC and the India Basin Neighborhood Association for a Community Vision presentation that promotes: Comprehensive Planning, Economic Success, Environmental Protections, Transportation Improvements and Recreational Opportunities.
Information: indiabasin.org download a copy of the draft India Basin Shoreline Community Vision
sfnpc.org

Laura Spanjian for District 8 Supervisor
When: February 17, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: The Imperial Palace, 3900 21st Street at Castro, San Francisco
What: Chip Conley and Donna Sachet host a meet and greet for Laura Spanjian for District 8 Supervisor. Hear her goals and priorities and help fundraise.
Host Committee: Chip Conley and Donn Sachet, Roberta Achtenberg, Susan Leal, Susan Hirsch, Leslie Katz, Hector Crawford and Ralph Hibbs, Bart Broome, Ron Regina and Drew Banks.
Information: 415-695-1942

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Phil Ting and Leo Levenson
When: February 17, 2010 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philips Church, 725 Diamond, San Francisco
What: Phil Ting - City Assessor and Recorder and Leo Levenson, Director of the Department of the Budget of San Francisco will discuss the financial challenges facing the City in the next year.
Information: molly@ffrsf.com


February 18, 2010 - Thursday

San Francisco Police Department - CompStat
When: February 18, 2010 - Thursday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Scottish Rite Memorial, 19th Avenue and Sloat Avenue, San Francisco
What: CompStat meeting for the Golden Gate Division for the period January 17, 2010 to February 13, 2010.

Human Rights Commission Meeting - Bayview
When: February 18, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: South East Community Facility, Alex L. Pitcher Room, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Regularly scheduled Humman Rights Commission meeting will be held in the Bayview. Learn about the programs and services that the HRC provides, and to address the HRC's commissioners on any items or concerns you may have regarding the HRCs programs and services.
Information: RSVP Janel Wong Janel.Wong@sfgov.org

Muni Central Subway - February meeting
When: February 18, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Woolf House, 801 Howard Street, San Francisc
What: The purpose of the Central Subway Community Advisory Group is to provide community input and feedback at key milestones throughout the project. The CAC consists of representatives from neighborhoods along the entire Third Street Light Rail Project alignment: Visitation Valley, Bayview Hunter's Point, Mission Bay/Potrero Hill, South of Market, Downtown, Union Square and Chinatown.
Agenda includes general update, utillities relocation and public art program

Meet new Police Chief George Gascon
When: February 18, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Sunset Recreation Center, 2201 Lawton Street at 29th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Supervisor Chu has invited the new Chief of Police, George Gascon to be the featured guest at a community meeting. Express your concerns about crime, graffiti, vandalism, traffic and pedestrian safety.

"With Liberty and Justice for All...
When: February 18, 2010 - Thursday
7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Mission Dolores Basilica, Dolores Street and 16th Street, San Francisco
What: A community call for Comprehensive Immigration Reform. Join faith and community organizations from all over the Bay Area as they tell their stories and call on federal officials to pass Comprehensive Immigration Refrom.
Information: 415-821-5000

February 19, 2010 - Friday

Debra Walker Fundraiser at Sushi Rika
When: February 19, 2010 - Friday
5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Sushi Rika, 900 Bush Street between Bush and Pine, San Francisco
What: Come gather with Debra Walker, fellow supporters and friends.
Information: votedebrawalker.com

Norman Rolfe - Memorial Service
When: February 19, 2010 - Friday
7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Cable Car Museum at Washington and Mason Streets, San Francisco
What: A memorial service will be held for Norman Rolfe.
RSVP norm@sfbeautiful.org

February 20, 2010 - Saturday

Democratic Women in Action - General Meeting Program
When: February 20, 2010 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey Street (near Castro) San Francisco
What: Bi-annual program on state budget issues that impact women, children and families and local opportunities for leadership
Agenda:
Welcome: Jane Bernard-Powers
Introduction to State Budget Issues: Maury Cooper
Speakers:
Vicki Lovell, Senior Policy Analyst - California Budget Project "The impact of the state budget crisis on women and their families"
Joni Eisen - Campaign Finance Reform
Chandra Friese - Lakoff Initiative
Introduction to Local Perspectives and Opportunities - Kathy Johnson
Speakers:
Emily Murase - SF Department on the Status of Women "Gender analysis of Commission Appointment"
Linda Richardson - San Francisco Human Rights Commissioner
Facilitator of Questions and Answers: Renee Golanty-Koel
Closing - Barbara Spack
San Francisco Democratic Women in Action: Board President: Jane Bernard-Powers
Board Members: Barbara Spack, Evelyn Meier, Hene Kelley, Jane Morrison, Kathryn Johnson, Kelenia Olsen, Linda Richardson, Maury Cooper, Mollie Ring, Renee Golanty-Koel, Robin Brasso, Stacey Hoang, Veronica Hunicutt
Membership Option: $15. Member -P. O. Box 31234, San Francisco, Ca. 94131
Information: sfdwia.org sfdwia@gmail.com
Light refreshments will be served.
RSVP sfdwia!gmail.com

Joe Lynn Memorial Celebration
When: February 20, 2010 - Saturday
3 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street @ Octavia, San Francisco
What: Joe Lynn Memorial Celebration


Chinese Newcomers Service Center - Gung Hay Fat Choy!
When: February 20, 2010 - Saturday
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Jane Morrison, 44 Woodland, San Francisco
What: You are invited to a Good Luck Dinner celebrating the Chinese New Year - the Year of the Tiger! Start the New Year right with the best in Won Ton Soup, Chinse Chinese Chicken Salad, Lemon Shrimp, Cashew Cicken, ChaSil Toishan Brownies, Don Tot, and munch munch more...too munch to list.
Talented Chefs: Leland Yee, Tom Ammiano, Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, John Avalos, Eric Mar, Betty Yee,Mark Leno, David Chiu, Sean Elsbernd, David Campos, Dennis Herrera, Phil Ting, Aaron Peskin, Ryszaard Koprowski, Frances Rothman, Anthony Ng, Hanna Leung, Karen Woo, Thomas Yuen, Peter Chak, Samson Wong, Ted Fang, Jeannie Maher, Paul Page, Richard Ow, Mabel Soo, Jessica Sykes, Lily Chan, Pam Brennan, Ann Kirk, Amy Cheng, Julia Ling, Jackie Kious, Eliza Chan, Steve Lewey, Julie Soo, Frances Hsieh, Ed Sykes, Gimmy Park Li and Xing Chu Wang, Stephanie Jee, Virginia Sung, Carlos Serrano-Quan, George Surmaitis, Hubert Gee, Nancy Chen, Camilla Schneider, Eileen Kivlehan, Dan Billings, Peter & Mei Lam Francisco Hsieh, Arthur Chang, Joan Simmons, Josie Karydas Chief Chef: Esther Marks.
Donor's Choice $15. up to $250.
RSVP 564-1482
Chinese Newcomers Service Center:
Chair: Karen Woo
Vice Chair: Carlos Serrano-Quan
Treasurer: Thomas Yuen
Secretary: Virginia Sung, Esq
Board: Candy Chan, Peter Chak, Angela Lai Chan, Nany Chen, Eric Cheung, Hubert Gee, Sharon Lee, Hanna Leung, William Lock, Samson Wei, May Ann Wong, George Surmaitis
Executive Director: Anthony Ng

February 21, 2010 - Sunday

Campaign Kick-OffProp 15 - The California Fair Elections Act
When: February 2, 2010 - Sunday
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Campaign Kickoff/Passion-Raiser for Prop 15 The California Fair Elections Act - elections that money can't buy.
Senator Mark Leno, Assemblyman Tom Ammiano, Trent Lange - Chair, Californians for Fair Elections
Mc: Malia Cohen - Vice Chair, Emerge California
Get informed and get passionate about Fair Elections. Taking politicians out of the fundraising game to focus on the priorities of voters, not big-money donors.
Hosted by: San Francisco Fair Elections Working Group, California Clean Money Campaign, California Common Cause, California Nurses Association,Emerge California, Common Cause,/Democracy Matters of Berkeley, Good Ol' Girls, League of Women Voters of San Francisco Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club, San Franciscans for Voter Owned Elections, San Francisco Bay Chapter of the Sierra Club, and San Francisco for Democracy.
yesfairelections.org
RSVP YesFairElection.org/events

San Francisco Organizing Project - Soul of the City
When: February 21, 2010 - Sunday
4 p.m. until 7 p.m.
Where: Farina Focaccia and Cucina Italiana, 3560 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Fifth Annual Soul of the City Event . Cocktail reception.
2010 Community Builder Award Honorees:
Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House
Michael Lombardo, Darlene Zane and Eleanor Williams - Past SFOP Executive Board Presidents
2010 Honorary Committee: Bevan Dufty - Chair, Jeff Adachi, Tom Ammiano, Rabbi Camille Shira Angel, Michelle Antone, John Avalos, Buck Bagot, Natalie Berg, James Blanding, Wille Brown, David Campos, Shorey Chapman, David Chiu, Dawning Chung, Jose Cisneros, Sue England, Juan Carlos Esteban, Stephanie Forbes, Jean Fraser, Patrick Hannan, Boe Hayward, Rev. Calivin Jones, Jr., Rev. Cynthia Joseph, Willie Kennedy, Scott Kramer, Alec Lee, Mark Leno, Meagan Levitan, Debbie and Michael Lombardo, Fiona Ma, Eric Mar, Msgr. Mickey McCormick, Ross Mirkarimi, David Morgenstein, Gavin Newsom, Joyce Newstat, Olinda Orellana, Nancy Pelosi, Baxer Rice, Sally Ann and Dan Ryan, Sherri Sawyer, Lynn Sedway, Joyce and Larry Stupski, Phil Ting, Alise Vincent, Rev. Dr. Arellious Walker, George Wesolek, Eleanor Williams, Norman Yee, Lidia Zenteno
Sponsors: Anonymous in honor of Michelle Antone and Sue England, Bank of the West, James Blanding, Congregation Emanu-El, Rabbi Camille Shira Angel, Congregtion Sha'ar Zahav,Congregation Beth Sholom, Congregation Sherith Israel, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Farina Focaccia and Cucina Italiana, Heidi Hess and James Rucker, James Hormel, I.E. Communications, Kaiser Permanente Erika Katske, Mark Leno, Msgr. Mickey Mccormick, Mission Dolores Catholic Church, Joyce Newstat, Nancy Pelosi, Lorie and Baxter Rice, Sally Ann and Dan Ryan, Yvonne and Angelo Sangiacomo, Sawyer Law Group, Arthur Slepian, SFOP Staff, SFOP Executive and City Wide Board, St. Patrick's Catholic Church, St. Peter's Catholic Church, Union Bank of California, Diane Wilsey, Carlene Zane and Reid Walden
$75. Individual ticket.
Information: sfop.org

SPUR - 30th Annual Good Government Awards
When: February 22, 2010 - Monday
5:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: City Hall, North Light Court, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom and Event Chair Chris Gruwell, President of Platinum Advisors, at the 30th Annual Good Government Awards. This is an opportunity to recognize the people who exemplify the highest standard of public service. Awards ceremony and reception.
2010 Public Managerial Excellence Award Winners:
Toni Coe, Manager, Field Operations, Municipal Transportation Agency
Robert Brent Dennis, Garden Director, Botanical Gardens, Executive Director, Conservatory of Flowers, Recreation and Parks
Allison Magee, Director of Administrative Services, Juvenile Probation Department, Maria X. Martinez, Deputy Director, Department of Public Health, Nadia Sesay, Director of the Office of Public Finance, Controller's Office
SPUR Infrastructure anad Planning Award: Water System Improvement Program, SF Public Utilities Commission
Featured speakers include: Mayor Gavin Newsom, Nathaniel P. Ford, Philip A. Ginsburg, Mitchell H. Katz, Ben Rosenfield, William P. Siffermann
Honorary MFAC Committee, Gavin Newsom, Willie L. Brown, Jr., Frank Jordan , Art Agnos, Dianne Feinstein, Gina Moscone
Information: events@spur.org
$75. per person.

2010 District 8 Candidates for Supervisor Forum
When: February 22, 2010 - Monday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Community Center, 50 Duboce at Scott Street, San Francisco
What: Listen to candidates for District 8. After hearing positions and statements from the candidates, you'll have a chance to ask questions.
Filed candidates: Jim Boegner, William Hernenger, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan, Laura Spanjian, Starchild, Scott Wiener.
Sponsored by: Lower Haight Merchant + Neighbor Assn. (LoHaMNA), Buena Vista Neighborhood Assn (BVNA), Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Assn. (DTNA)
Information: BVNASF.com

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