Sunday, May 4, 2008

San Francisco Political Calendar - May 4, 2008















May 5, 2008 - Monday

Wear a Barack Obama Button Day in California
When: May 5, 2008 - Monday and May 6, 2008 Tuesday
What: Wear a Barack Obama Button Day. Show your support to remind others that Barack Obama represents Hope and Change. We need inspired and honest leadership. Be ready to answer questions about why people should vote for him.
Source: Obama'08

Stop the Power Plant in San Francisco
When: May 5, 2008 - Monday
9 to 10 a.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall Steps
What: Join Our City, Sierra Club, The Ella Baker Center for Human Rights, Greenaction, the San Francisco Green Party, Brightline Defense, EDF, SPUR, the San Francisco Bayview and many other groups to demand an end to fossil fuel plants in San Francisco
Source:sffreedomschool.blogspot.com

Spur - Transportation Meeting
When: May 5, 2008 - Monday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 312 Sutter Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco
What: Faiz Khan, manager of San Francisco's transportation demand management program will speak. Will hear about the city's programs that aims to reduce car trips be encouraging people to use alternatives. SFMTA will present an update on the Transit Effectiveness Project. $5. non-members
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726

*2008 Asian Pacific American Heritage Month Celebration
When: May 5, 2008 - Monday
5: 30 p.m.
Where: City Hall
What: 30th Celebration of the signing of the federal law that launched the annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Month. City Administrator Ed Lee will be presenting the proclamation on behalf of Mayor Gavin Newsom who is on travel. Special Guest Speaker: Hon. John Chiang, Controller, State of California. John Chiang is the highest ranking Asian Pacific American elected to a statewide office in the State of California. Keynote Speaker: Helen Zia - long time community activist, author of the acclaimed book Asian American Dreams and recently a torch bearer as part of the Olympic Torch run in San Francisco. Presentation of the Annual Asian Pacific American Heritage Award to Ted Fang for his contributions to the Asian Pacific Community. Performances by contemporary Asian Pacific Asian artists: Spoken Words, modern dance and a hip hop performance. There will be a reception immediately following the ceremony in the Green Room on the second floor.
Contact: Contact: Claudine Cheng, San Francisco founder and chair at 415-608-0968.

*Waterfront Design Advisory Committee - (WDAC)
When: May 5, 2008 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Bay Conservation and Development Commission, 50 California St. San Francisco 26th Floor
What: This is a joint meeting with BCDC's Design Review Board. The topic will be The Exploratorium and its relocation to Piers 15/17. public comment is expected.
Information: San Francisco Port Commission - Dan Hodaap 415-274-0625
Source: thebarbarycoastnews.com

Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 5, 2008 - Monday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Visitacion Valley Elementary, 55 Schwerin St. at Visitacion Ave, S.F.
What: TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com


May 6, 2008 - Tuesday

Indiana and North Carolina Primary

Rally to Defend Human Services
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall
What: Join OPEIU 3, SEIU 1021, the Human Services Network and community allies to speak out against proposed budget cuts.
Information: Natalie Nayor 415-647-7776 x 12

SPUR - What's next for solar in San Francisco?
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
12:30 to 1:30
Where: 312 Sutter Street, Fifth Floor, S.F.
What: Hear about the future of Solar power with Polly Shaw with Suntech America, JP Ross with Sungevity, Claudia Eyzaguirre with Vote Solar and David Hochschild with Solaria and also an SFPUC Commissioner. $5. non-members
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726

Eleanor Coppola: Notes on a Life
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, S.F.
What: Conversation with Eleanor Coppola. Wife of Francis Ford Coppola discusses her life and the film world. $18 non-members
Information: 415-597-6700

President Jimmy Carter
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Books, Inc. Opera Plaza, 601 Van Ness, S.F.
What: Former President Jimmy Carter will sign his new book about his mother.
Information: 415-776-1111

Potrero Hill Democratic Club
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting. Alicia Wang, Super Delegate and State Democratic Party Vice-Chair, will speak and answer questions about the whole delegate thing.
Club President Joni Eisen will give a brief overview of Clean Money/full public financing of campaigns at all levels of government.
San Francisco General Hospital helipad update. Club member Karen Cliffe, on behalf of Neighbors of SFGH, will outline the status and time line of the process governing the proposed helipad.
There will be voter registration report by Rachel Schapira, Political Action Chair, as well as discussion and voting on amendments to the Bylaws proposed at the last meeting.
Information: contactus@phdemclub.org www.phdemclub.org

Democracy for Action - Marin - Mark Leno
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
7 p.m.
Where: Town Center, Community Room, 100 Corte Madera, Corte Madera, Ca.
What: Meet State Senate candidate Mark Leno and other local candidates at the Get Out the Vote rally sponsored by Democracy for America - Marin. June 3rd primary candidates will discuss single-payer healthcare, the environment, education and clean money
Information: Pat Kunstenaar 415-488-9037

ObamaRama '08
When: May 6, 2008 - Tuesday
9 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Supperclub, 657 Harrison St., San Francisco, Ca.
What: Come help raise money for Senator Obama's spinning all night. Donation of $25. 100% of your donation will go directly to Sen. campaign. RSVP obamaramasf@gmail.com and receive a $15. gift card from campaign for change. Open Bar 9 to 10:30 p.m. Speakeasy beer and vodka drinkers. $2,500 in raffle prizes from local SF businesses. DJS'sObama'sBottlenotes.com
Information obamaramasf.com

May 7, 2008 - Wednesday

No on 98 Press Conference and Rally
When:
May 7, 2008 - Wednesday
Noon
Where: Civic Center Plaza (City Hall Side) San Francisco
What: No on 98 press conference and rally
Information: ted@sftu.org

Joe Nation
When: May 7, 2008 - Wednesday
5:30 to 7: 00 p.m.
Where: 304 Riviera Circle, Larkspur, Ca.
What: House party for Joe Nation, candidate for State Senate. Free Grab a lawn sign, meet Joe and hear about the campaign. For information and RSVP 415-453-0388 http://mail.joenation.com s senate@joenation.com

San Francisco for Democracy - Getting politicians to stand up for progressive values
When: May 7, 2008 - Wednesday
7 to 9 p.m.
Where: Schroeder's, 240 Front Street, S.F.
What: Discuss practical things you can do to stiffen our elected officials' spines with a panel of experienced and effective activists including: Will Easton (Activism Manager, CREDO Action), Barry Hermanson (local activist for economic and social justice). Also a report from Greg Keaton on the 2008 Annual General Meeting of Amnesty International
Information and to RSVP http://dfa.meetup.com/123/calendar/7663306/ sfrdem.com/webcalendar

May 8, 2008 - Thursday

Blue Ribbon Panel - St. Luke's
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
Noon to 2 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay Conference Center,
Fisher Banquet Room, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco.
What: Third Open Meeting discussing the closing of St. Luke's Hospital

SPUR - A real transit-first Market Street
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR office 312 Sutter Street, Suite 500, S.F.
What: Hear Spur's own Jeffrey Tumlin and Dave Snyder about their proposal to completely remake Market Street into a transit-first spine, with faster buses, better boarding areas, and a separated bike path the length of the street, while preserving car access to every address.
$5. non-members
Information: 415-781-8726 info@spur.org

Angel Island Immigrant Gateway to America @ Oakland Museum of California
When: May 8, 2008 Thursday
1 p.m.
Where: Oakland Museum of California, 1000 Oak Street (@10th Street) Oakland, Ca.
What: Judy Yung, professor emerita at UC Santa Cruz, talks about the experiences of immigrants from Asia, Europe, and Latin America that were processed through Angel Island between 1910 and 1940. Free
Information: www.museumca.org
Source: funcheapSF.com

*Mayor's Open Space Task Force
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
3 to 5 p.m.
Where: Port of San Francisco (Pier 1)
What: Meeting of the Mayor's Open Space Task Force. Topics include finance, programming waterfront parks, urban barriers and the open space experience in dense neighborhoods. The public is welcome to attend
Information: Karin Edwards at kedwards@sfnpc.org

*Transbay Terminal Plan
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
5:30 to 7:30
Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts - Second Floor . San Francisco Planning Department will provide information.
Information: sfgov.org/planning
Source: sf.curbed.com

Mo Magic - Fundraiser
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: 1300 Restaurant and Bar, 1300 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join Public Defender Jeff Adachi and Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi at reception and fundraiser celebrating MO MAGIC. Suggested contribution: $50-$100.; funds will be used to support the work of Mo MAGIC, a collaborative of over 50 community-based organizations dedicated to improve the lives of children in the Western Addition/Fillmore neighborhoods.
Information: 415-558-2487 email mo_magic@msn.com

* Moth Spray San Francisco Town Hall Meeting
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m.
Where: County Fair Building (Hall of Flowers) in Golden Gate Park, 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way at the Strybing Arboretum/SF Botanical Gardens
What: Moth Spray discussion brought to you by San Franciscans Concerned About the Spray. Sponsors include State Senator Carole Migden, Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi, Stop the Spray, Cass-SF and Play Not Spray. Speakers included: Dr. James Carey, UC-Davis entomologist, Jeff Rosendale, horticulturist and co-author with Dr. Daniel Harder of a paper on management of the LBAM, Nan Wishner, Albany integrated Pest Management Task Force, Stacia Lansman, M.D., Helge Hellberg, Executive Director, Marin Organic
Information: sfspraytownhall.org
Source: laughingsquid.com

Gonzo - The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7 p.m. ; after party 9:30 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Where: Castro Theatre, 429 Castro Street, S.F.
What: Vanity Fair Reel Relief Screening and Benefit. Closing night celebration of San Francisco International Film Festival. West Coast premiers of the film "Gonzo - the Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson. After the film, let loose gonzo-style and say goodbye to this year's Festival.
Information, ticket information and further details: 925-866-9559

Bringing Peace to the Peace Movement
When: May 8, 2008 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Berkeley Fellowship for Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar Street, Berkeley, Ca.
What: Humor, Heart & Song. Medea Benjamin, Maria Muldaur and Anne Lamott. Tickets: $10/$20.
Information: 415-575-5543 Benefits: CODEPINK Women for Peace

May 9, 2008 - Friday

State Senate Candidates Forum
When:
May 9, 2008 - Friday
Noon
Where: Rafael Film Center, 1118 Fourth Street, San Rafael
What: Marin County Bar Association presents Candidates forum. Joe Nation, Mark Leno, Carole Migden RSVP by May 7th - call MCBA 415-499-1314. Cost: $15. (boxed lunch included; please specify turkey or vegetarian).

Joe Nation
When: May 9, 2008 Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Adobe Creek Golf Course, 1901 Frates Road, Petaluma - Club House.
What: Event. Free
Information: 415-453-0388

Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi Party
When: May 9, 2008 - Friday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's Jazz Club, 1330 Fillmore Street, S.F.
What: Fundraiser and party for Supervisor Mirkarimi's re-election. Host Committee: Aaron Peskin, Fiona Ma, Art Agnos, Jeff Adachi, Mike Henessey, Mark Sanchez, Elahe Ensssani, Bijian Sartipi, London Breed, Min Paek, Steve Nakajo, Melissa Emergui, Tim Paulson, Khaled and Musa Dajani, Paul Osaki, Sandy Mori, Michael Johnson, Jeff Maruyama, Mehran Esmaili, Alexis Wong, Felix Levy and Angela Quaranta. $25. to $500 per person
RSVP: iaform@yahoo.com 415-994-0067

May 10, 2008 - Saturday

*Congresswoman Jackie Speier
When:
May 10, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to 12 noon
Where: Doelger Center, Westlake Park, 101 Lake Merced Blvd. Daly City, Ca. 94015
What: Join Jackie Speier for a question and answer session.
RSVP@jackieforcongress.som


9-11 Truth for Peace
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
2 p.m.
Where: Federal Building, Mission and 7th Street, San Francisco
What: Federal Building Demonstration and March
Information: truthaction.org

Joe Nation
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m to 1 p.m.
Where: Joe Nation Walk in Marin County, 781 Lincoln Avenue, San Rafael, Free donaturs and coffee.
Information: senate@joenation.com

Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 to 12:30
Where: Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy, 4235 19th Street at Diamon St.
What: TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com

Crissy Field 8th Annual Community Heroes Awards Ceremony
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
2 to 4 p.m.
Where:
Crissy Field Center
What: Ceremony honors those whose action have made a positive impact on the environment
Information: www.crissyfield.org 415-561-7690

KFOG Kaboom Concert and Fireworks
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
Gates open at 4 p.m.
Where: Piers 30/32 on The Embarcadero
What: Concert. Featuring Los Lobos, Collective Soul, Matt Nathanson. Buy tickets and lear more www.KFOG.com


Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center Annual Dinner
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraising dinner. Evening will include a dinner of assorted culinary delights prepared by an ensemble of San Francisco's finest restaurants and renowned chefs. There will also be a silent and live auction. Dinner will be prepared by Kokkari, Piperade and Restaurant Gary Danko. $175. RSVP by May 5, 2008
Information: Donna Faure 415-421-6443 x 34 or email donna@tel-hi.org

Chelsea Handler
When: May 10, 2008 - Saturday
7:30 doors open - show 9 p.m.
Where: The Warfield, 982 Market Street.S.F.
What: Chelsea Handler performs $30.
Information: 415-775-7722

May 11, 2008 - Sunday

Mother's Day

9-11 Truth for Peace
When: May 11, 2008 - Sunday
11 a.m.
Where: Panhandle Park Baker Street and Oak Street
What: Rally and March to Golden Gate Park
Information: truthaction.org

*Ralph Nader and Matt Gonzales speak at Roxie Theater
When: May 11, 2008 - Sunday
7 p.m.
Where: Roxie Theater, 3117 16th Street, San Francisco, Ca. (near 16th Street Bart)
What: Hear Ralph Nader and Matt Gonzalez. $10 contribution/$5 student/low-income (no one will be turned away)
Information: 510-914-8355 or events@votenader.org
Source: www.bapd.org

May 12, 2008 - Monday

U.S. Postal rates go up!

Health Care Reform: Where do we go from here?
When:
May 12, 2008 - Monday
11:30 a.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: How should health care look in California and across the nation:
Jordan Rau - Reporter Sacramento Bureau and L.A. Times
Dan Walters - Capitol Bureau Chief - The Sacramento Bee
Steve Schroeder, Distinguished professor of Health and Health Care, UCSF.
11:30 - program at noon Free
Information: 415-597-6700 club@commonwealthclub.org

Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore St. (at Eddy)
What: TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com


*Upper Market Community Design Plan
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
6 to 9 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk School, 4235 19th Street, San Francisco (at Collingwood Street)
What: Open House to unveil Upper Market Community Design Plan recommendations within the plan. Copies of draft plan are available at http://uppermarket.sfplanning.org
Information: Sarah Dennis 558-6314

*Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club
When: May 12, 2008 Monday
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street @ Octavia Street, San Francisco
What: Membership meeting. Marriage Equality Updates with Special Guest: Seth Kilbourne of Equality California
Information: www.alicebtoklas.org

Augusten Burroughs
When: May 12, 2008 - Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Books, Inc., 2275 Market Street, San Francisco (near Castro Street)
What: Hear Augusten Burroughs talk about this book "A Wolf at the Table" - a memoir of my father.
Information: www.booksinc.net 415-864-6777

May 13, 2008 - Tuesday

SPUR - Mission Streetscape Planning
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
12:30 to 1:30
Where: 312 Sutter Street, Fifth Floor, San Francisco
What: Come learn new plans for Valencia Street, review a detailed study of Valencia Street uses, and see the concepts being considered for a district-wide streetscape plan for the Mission $5 non-members
Information: info@spur.org 415-781-8726

Re-elect Leslie Katz to San Francisco Democratic Central Committee
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ladita, 827 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco (new store being opened up by Leslie's friend).
What: Fundraiser for Leslie's re-election to the Democratic County Central Committee. Contribute on line by going to: https:www.completecampaigns.com/FR/contribute.asp?campaignid=KatzLeslie
Re-Elect Leslie Katz, 854 Castro Street #414, San Francisco, Ca. 94114

Eleanor Clift
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Discussion with Phil Bronstein, Editor at Large, San Francisco Chronicle. Clift explores the issues surrounding the intersection of political agendas and family and health matters.
$18 non-members
Information: club@commonwealthclub.org

Rincon Hill Neighborhood Association Meeting
When: May 13, 2008 - Tuesday
6 p.m to 7 p.m.
Where: Infinity, 333 Main Street (at Folsom). 3rd Floor. Tentative speakers, Rob Black, VP of Public Policy, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce will discuss the idea of a Community Benefit District for the Rincon Hill Neighborhood. C. W. Nevius, Political Columnist, San Francisco Chronicle will discuss current issues for San Francisco.
Information and Source: www.rinconhill.sf.org

May 14, 2008 - Wednesday

*Neighborhood Park Council Annual Stewardship Luncheon
When:
May 14, 2008 Wednesday
12 Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay Conference Center, UCSF, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco
What: NPC's Annual Stewardship Awards Luncheon and Fundraiser.
Information and ticket information: mthomas@sfnpc.or 415-621-3260 www.sfnpc.org/luncho8


Joe Nation
When: My 14, 2008 - Wednesday
5 to 7 p.m.
Where: 2 Rosalia Court, Novato, Ca.
What: House party hosted by Bob and Joanne Del Torre, Gary Delagnes and the San Francisco Police Officers Association. This is a fundraiser.
Information and RSVP : 415-0388 or senate@joenation.com

Matt Gonzales - Meet the Candidate
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Meet candidate Matt Gonzalez candidate for Vice president under the Independent ticket
$18. non members
Information: club@commonwealthclub.org

Emerge California
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: The Regency Center, 1290 Sutter Street, The Lodge Room, San Francisco
What: Join Emerge California's efforts to identify, educate and inspire Democratic women to run for public office. Fourth Annual Reception featuring Washington Governor Christine Gregoire and honoring Emerge California's 2008 Woman of the year - Assembly Speaker-Elect Karen Bass. $100. general admission. Information and rsv Gretchen Schoenstein at 415-874-7433 or gretchen@emergeca.org
Source: San Francisco Bay Area Progressive Calendar www.bapd.org

Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 14, 2008 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bessie Carmichael Elementary School, 375 Seventh Street (at Harrison).
What: Changes to the SoMa/north Mission/Mission Bay neighborhoods. TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com


May 15, 2008 - Thursday Assembly

Karen Bass to take over as Speaker of the California

David Chiu
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Azul Lounge near Union Square, 1 Tilman Place, San Francisco
What: David Chiu Union Square Neighborhood Happy Hour
Information: 415-362-9750

Barbara Walters
When: May 15, 2008 - Thursday
8 p.m.
Where: Nob Hill Masonic Center, 1111 California at Masonic Center (huge venue!)
What: Hear Barbara Walkers discuss her memoir "Audition: A Memoir". Event $20.

May 16, 2008 - Friday

*Follies
When: May 16, 2008 - Friday
8 p.m.
Where: Paramount Theatre, Oakland - 21st Street at Broadway, Oakland
What: Follies in Concert presented by Oakland East Bay Symphony. Guest Stars: Rita Moreno, Val Diamond, Sharon McNight, Sheri Greenawald, Melody Moore and Trente Morant. Singers and dancers from Berkeley Broadway Singers, Oakland Ballet and the Golden Follies Tickets $25 to $70. www.oebs.org 510-625-TIXS

May 17, 2008 Saturday

*SS Jeremiah O'Brien - 65th Anniversary Year
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: San Francisco's Pier 45.
What: Annual tradition since 1980. S.S. Jeremiah O'Brien pays tribute to our nation's veterans. Complete with a Color Guard and wreath tributes, the cruise celebrates Maritime Day. Includes continental breakfast, catered lunch and the Natural Gas Band. One of the world's last fully-functional WWII Liberty Ships. Expert commentary and guidance from the Captain and Pilot. Vintage engine room tours. Tours and commentary from all-volunteer crew. A veteran of D-Day. $150 per person. Contact:events@davidperry.com 415-693-0583
Information: www.ssjeremiahobrien.org

*NOPNA (North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association)Block Party
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Grove and Lyon Street, San Francisco
What: Kids activities, live music, great food and acrobatic performances.
Information: leelagill@yahoo.com

*Mission Bazaar
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday and May 18, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: The Armory, 1800 Mission Street (at 14th Street) San Francisco
What: Shopping spectacle combining arts and craft and performance and music event. Inside the 40,000 square foot drill court of the Historic Armory over 200 artisans exhibit their designed creative products and accessories. 20 hours of live performances by singers, musicians, circus and dance acts. $5.
Information: www.missionbazaar.com
Source: funcheapsf.com

*Transit Effectiveness Project Public Meetings
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Mission YMCA, 4080 Mission Street (at Bosworth Street), San Francisco
What: TEP will share preliminary proposals for Muni service changes and reliability improvements. Fast Pass raffle at each meeting
Information: www.sftep.com


*4th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
11 to 6 p.m.
Where: Japan Town, San Francisco
What: Performing live on stage and offering huge selection of arts and crafts. Organized by The AsianWeek Foundation. Free.
Information: asianfairsf.com
Source: www.yelp.com

*9th Annual San Francisco Oyster and Beer Fest
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday Noon to 7 p.m. and Sunday May 18, 2008 Noon to 7 p.m.
Where: Great Meadow Fort Mason Center, MacArthur Avenue, San Francisco.
What: San Francisco Oyster and Beer Fest. Performances on Saturday by The Dropkick Murphys, Juliette Lewis and the Licks, Yard Dogs Road Show, Eoin Harrington - Sunday She and Him, Mother Hips, Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express Wishpertown 2000. Shuck and Suck Competition, Oyster History Exhibition and Oyster Cooking Demonstrations.
Ticketing: One day tickets $20 $5. spear reserve; Two day Tickets $35. $80 special reserve.
Information: SFoysterfest@gmail.com

*Cow Hollow Armchair Walk and History Slide Show
When: May 17, 2008 - Saturday
3 to 4 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Valley Library - Meeting Room, 1801 Green Street (at Octavia). San Francisco
What: Armchair walk and history slideshow through Cow Hollow with City Guides Gail MacGowan and Donald Andreini. Part of the Golden Gate Valley Branch's 91st anniversary celebration. Library sponsored public program
Information: 415-355-5666

May 18, 2008 - Sunday

*Bay to Breakers
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
8 a.m.
Where: Begins at Howard and Main Street, San Francisco
Information: www.baytobreakers.com


*State Senator Leland Yee
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
9 a.m.
Where: Armenian-American Day School, 825 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco, Ca.
What: Join State Senator Leland Yee for the Annual Community Breakfast. All residents are invited
Information: adam.keigwin@sen.ca.gov.

*NOPNA Bay to Breakers Party (North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association)
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Fell at Baker
What: Watch the Bay to Breakers Party - South side of Fell at Baker. Live music played. Cheer the Bay to Breakers runners.
Information: leelagill@yahoo.com

*Simone Corday: 9 1/2 Years Behind the Green Door
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Beat Museum, 540 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Simone Corday who wrote the book "91/2 Years Behind the Green Door: A Mitchell Brothers Stripper remembers her lover Artie Mitchell, Hunter S. Thompson, and the Killing that Rocked San Francisco" (book is listed on Amazon) Behind the scenes at the Mitchell Brothers O'Farrell Theater. Simone Corday danced at the O'Farrell and was girlfriend of the late Artie Mitchell for nearly a decade.
Information: kerouac.com@gmail.com thebeatmuseum.org

**Follies
When: May 18, 2008 - Sunday
2 p.m.
Where: Paramount Theatre, Oakland - 21st Street at Broadway, Oakland
What: Follies in Concert presented by Oakland East Bay Symphony. Guest Stars: Rita Moreno, Val Diamond, Sharon McNight, Sheri Greenawald, Melody Moore and Trente Morant. Singers and dancers from Berkeley Broadway Singers, Oakland Ballet and the Golden Follies Tickets $25 to $70. www.oebs.org 510-625-TIXS


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Information:

Susan Pfeifer - member of San Francisco for Democracy is a Obama delegate to the Democratic National Convention from the 12th Congressional District. Susan worked for 8 months working on the West side of San Francisco and Daly City. Susan ran on a slate with overall District Coordinator April Vargas and San Mateo Coordinator, Mark Brickman. All three won. Congratulations!
www.sfdemocracy.com
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