Friday, October 8, 2010

Go Giants! San Francisco Political Events Oct 8 through Oct 15

October 8, 2010 - Friday

Re-Elect Kim-Shree Maufas School Board Party
When: October 8, 2010 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Boarding House.  Address given when you RSVP
What: School Board party for Kim-Shree Maufas
HostsMartha Ehrenfeld, Kathy Emery and Linda Colfax
Light refreshments and ping pong.
RSVP and information: Kathy Emery mke4thing@hotmail.com


Stand Up to Youth Suicide Rally and March
When: October 8, 2010 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
7:30 p.m. March to Harvey Milk Plaza
Where: San Francisco - Civic Center Plaza, Polk Street and McAllister Street, San Francisco
What: Rally and candlelight  march to focus on LGBT Youth Suicide and Homelessness. 
Information:  Affirmation.org

"Filling Harvey's Shoes" - 
When: October 8, 2010 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy of Castro, 4235 19th Street @ Collingwood, San Francisco
What: District 8 candidates are expected to take part in the "Filling Harvey's Shoes" forum organized by parents of the Harvey Milk Civil Rights Academy in the Castro.  Cynthia Laird and Christina Velasco will moderate the discussion on who will be the best person to represent the values espoused by Milk, the City's first out elected official.
Source: ebar.com

October 9, 2010 - Saturday


*Malia Cohen - Super Saturday Walk
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Ironworkers Hall, 570 Barneveld Avenue, San Francisco
What: Walk for Malia Cohen - candidate in District 10.
Information:  electmalia.com

*San Francisco Democratic Party - Day of Action - Jerry Brown
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: San Francisco Democratic Party, 1261 Howard Street (between 8th and 9th Street),
San Francisco
What: Day of Action for Brown for Governor.
Information: sfdemocrats.org

*Jane Kim - Mobilization
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 87 McAllister, San Francisco
What: Mobilization with Jane Kim - candidate in District 6.
Information: janekim.org

*Eric Smith - Saturday Mobilization
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: 2000 Oakdale Avenue @ Rankin, San Francisco
What: Saturday Mobilization with Eric Smith - candidate for supervisor in District 10.
Information: ericsmith10.com

Kristine Enea - D10 Mobilization
When: October 9, 2010 - Satuday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Headquarters, 3801 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Mobilization for Kristine Enea - candidate in District 10.  Walking maps, calling lists, window signs and official campaign blue t-shirts.  Bagels and coffee provided.  Excursion will end around 1 p.m. at Joe Leland in Visitacion Valley. Rides back to the office can be provided.
Information: kristineforsupervisor.com

James Keys - Mobilization
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: 456 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Join James Keys, candidate in District 6 and Supervisor Chris Daly for mobilization.
Information: jameskeysdistrict6.com


*Alice B. Toklas District 6 Field Mobilization for Theresa Sparks
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Sparks HQ, 986 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join Alice in supporting Theresa Sparks for Supervisor in District 6.  Will be dropping Alice Slate card, registering voters.
Information: lou@loufischer.com

Civil Sidewalks Campaign Kick-Off
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: FTC, 1632 Haight Street, San Francisco
WhatCivil Sidewalks Campaign Kick-off Rally (No on M/Yes on L) with Mayor Gavin Newsom and Police Chief George Gascon.
RSVP and Information: info@civilsidewalks.com  civilsidewalks.com


Janet Reilly - Fleet Week Campaign Rally
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
11:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Headquarters - 3108 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join Janet Reilly  for District 2 Supervisor in celebrating Fleet Week.  Food, facepainting, music and balloons.  Kids and dog friendly.
Informationjanetreilly.com

*Anna Glendon Conda Hyde - Boeddeker Park Lemonade Stand
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Boeddeker Park, 240 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Join Anna Glendon Conda Hyde, candidate for supervisor in District 6.  What is on peoples minds on the street.
Information: annaconda2010.com

*Malia Cohen - Meet and Greet
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Christopher's Books, 1400 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Meet and greet with Malia Cohen - candidate for supervisor in District 10.
Information:  electmalia.org

*Boxer Pride in the Bay
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Home of Leslie Katz (address provided upon RSVP), San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Senator Barbara Boxer.
Hosts: Tom Ammiano, Judy Appel, Pamela Busch, Sarah Callahan, Rhett Currier, Julie Davis, Alex Goldsmith, Leslie Katz, Bill Hemenger, Mark Leno, Rafael Mandelman, Molly Mckay, Richard Morehead, Thao Ngo, Robert Perez,  Rebecca Prozan, Andrea Shorter, Amy Simon.
Contribution: $50. up.  actblue.com/page/boxerprideinbay.
RSVP by October 8th to vincent@barbaraboxer.com


Yes on D - Mobilize the Vote
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Cultural Center, 2868 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join Yes on D supporters to learn more about Proposition D and find out how you can get involved in passing this important family initiative.  Family activities, cultural performances, guest speakers and refreshments.
Information: votepropd.com/mobilizethevote.doc

Kim-Shree Maufas - Wine and Cheese Soiree
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights, address given when you RSVP
What: Cocktails with a Cause for Kim-Shree Maufas  on her Re-Election Campaign for School  Board.
Hosts: John Perry and Rob  Picciotto
RSVP and Information: John Perry bensdad415@yahoo.com

*Rafael Mandelman - Meet and Greet
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Grand Central, 519 Castro Street, San Francisco
What: Meet Rafael Mandelman.
Information: rafael2010.com

*Benefit for The San Francisco Irish Oral History Project
When: October 9, 2010 - Saturday
8:00 p.m.
Where: The Plough and Stars Pub, 116 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: A benefit for The San Francisco Irish Oral History Project. Currently focusing outreach to men and women who emigrated in the 1950's.
Music by: The Gasmen, The Wrenboys, Autumn Rhodes and Friends.
$10. Donation
Information: info@irishamercancrossroads.com

October 10, 2010 - Sunday


*Recycling to Benefit Everett Middle School
When: October 10, 2010 - Sunday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Everett Middle School, 450 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Recycling to benefit Everett Middle School
Sponsored by Rebecca Prozan and Bevan Dufty.
Information: rebeccaprozan.com

Italian Heritage Columbus Day Parade - 2010
When: October 10, 2010 - Sunday
Noon to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Parade  starts at Foot of Jefferson and Stockton Streets at Fisherman's Wharf.
Information: sfcolumbusday.org

Tony Kelly - Parents for Kelly - Urban Recreation Party
When: October 10, 2010 - Sunday
4:15 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: 18th and Carolina Street, San Francisco
What: Family friendly Urban Recreation party to learn about Tony Kelly - candidate for supervisor in District 10.
Informationtonykelly2010.com Parents for Kelly thomas@tonykelly2010.com

October 11, 2010 - Monday

Columbus Day


October 12, 2010 - Tuesday


*Tom Torlakson - Lunch Reception
When: October 12, 2010 - Tuesday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Credo Restaurant, 360 Pine Street, San Francisco
What: Lunch Reception for California State Assemblymember Tom Torlakson, candidate for State Superintendent of Public Instruction.
Hosts: Gavin Newsom, Betty Yee, Leland Yee, Mark Leno, Fiona Ma, Tom Ammiano, Dennis Herrera, Phil Ting, Carole Migden, John Burton, David Chiu, Michela Alioto-Pier, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Chris Daly, Bevan Dufty, Sean Elsbernd,Eric Mar, Sophie Maxwell,Ross Mirkarimi, Steve Ngo, Hydra Mendoza, Kim-Shree Maufas, San Francisco Democratic Party, United Educators of San Francisco, San Francisco Labor Council, San Francisco Building and Construction Trades Council, San Francisco Women's Political Committee, Clemetine Clarke, Gary Gartner, Matt Haney, Mary Jung, Dennis and Hene Kelly, Jane Morrison, Tim Paulson, Linda Post, Heidi Sieck and Ken Tray.
Donations: $100. up
Information: Gary Gartner 415-668-8311 TomTorlakson.com

* Organizing for America - San Francisco Field Office Grand Opening and Watch Party
When: October 12, 2010 - 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Field Office, 1406-B Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Organizing for America Grand Opening of new San Francisco Field office.  At 4:00 p.m. President Obama will be talking to first time voters and will be hosting a live streaming.  Appetizers and drinks provided.
Information: my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/gp3s72

* 2010 Latino Heritage Month Awards Celebration
When: October 12, 2010 -  Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: 2010 Latino Heritage Month Awards Celebration.
Honorees:
Lifetime Achievement: Luisa Ezquerro (presented to the Ezquerro family)
Media: Maria Mejia; Marcos Gutierrez
Health and Medicine: Barbara Garcia; Dr. Sandra Hernadez
Arts: Benjamin Bratt and Peter Bratt: La MISSION
Business: Ruben Santana; Cruzita Cabezas and Paulo Cabezas, Mama Art Cafe
Education: Dr. Carlota del Portillo; Nicky Trasvina
Community Service: Ana Perez; Estel Garcia
Performances by: Mariachi Mexicanisimo, Diana Gameros, Futuro Picante
Gold Sponsors: Comcast, Yerba Buena Engineering & Construction PG&E, Cervantes Design Associates, Tropisueno Restaurant
Silver Sponsors: AT&T
Producing Sponsors: Florida Street Cafe and Caatering: Mission Language Vocational School, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, Mi Sueno Winery, Rios Wine Company, Renteria Wines, Robledo Family Winery, Shafer Vineyards
Food: Tropisueno, Florida Street Cafe and Catering, La Cocina, La Victoria Bakery
Festive Attire
Information and RSVP 415-554-5975

*Emily Murase - Meet the Candidate
When: October 12, 2010 -  Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (per facebook)
Where: Law Offices of Phillips, Spallas and Angstadt LLC, Suite 550, Embarcadero Center 3, San Francisco
What: Meet and greet with Emily Murase, candidate for School Board.
Hosted by: Katherine Munter, Andrea Evans and Dorka Keehn.
RSVP: emilymurase.com/events.

*November 2nd Ballot Measure Forum
When: October 12, 2010 - 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Alexander Resident, Multi-purpose Room, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: November 2nd Ballot Measure Forum.  Presentations by League of Women Voters and San Francisco Elections Department.
Sponsored by: Alliance for a Better District 6, Central City SRO Collaborative, Community Housing Partnership, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco and affiliates and Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation
Information: 415-820-1560

*Neighborhood Parks Council, The Glen Park Association Candidate Forum  - District 8
When: October 12, 2010 - Tuesday
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Glen Park Elementary School auditorium, San Francisco
What: Join supervisorial candidates in District 8  and learn more about their positions on parks, recreation, and open space issues.
Information: sfnpc.org glenparknews.wordpress.com

*SPUR - The legacy of Brian O'Neil and the future of the GGNRA
When: October 12, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Greg Moore, Executive Director of the Golden Gate National Parks  Conservancy, to speak about the meaning of Brian's life and work. $5. to non-members
Information: spur.org

*3rd Gubernatorial Debate -
When: October 12, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Rafael, Ca.
What: Debate between Jerry Brown and Meg Whitman.  Debate will be on NBC stations.
Information: cagovdebate.com

October 13, 2010 - Wednesday

*District 6 Mission Debate
When: October 13, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: POOR Magazine @ the Redstone Building, 2940 16th Street #301, San Francisco
What: Mission District based POOR Magazine hosts "Peoples Debate" of the District 6 Board of Supervisors Candidates. Questions will cover issues such as poor people housing,  high-speed Mission gentrification and displacement plans,  criminalization  of poor people of color, im/migration,immigrant peoples, youth and families in poverty, criminalization of public space.
Source: facebook

*Neighborhood Council Park Forum - District 10
When: October 13, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Joseph Lee Recreation Center, Mendell Street and Newcomb Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join your supervisorial candidates in District 10 and learn more about their positions on parks, recreation and open space.
Information: sfnpc.org

October 14, 2010 - Thursday


*San Francisco Labor Council - Annual COPE Fundraiser
When: October 14, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m., Dinner at 7:00 p.m.
Where: UCSF Mission Bay Conference Center, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Labor Council in honoring Dennis and Hene Kelly of United Educators of San Francisco for their outstanding contributions to the labor movement, to education and to the community.  Celebrate the Kelly's and enjoy good camaraderie, while lending support to the SFLC's Labor/Neighbor political program.   Tickets $200.
RSVP to Emily Nelson emily@sflaborcouncil.org
Information: sflaborcouncil.org

*Alice Fall Awards Ceremony 2010
When: October 14, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: 2010 Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club Fall Awards Ceremony
Honoring those who Build and Protect our Community:  Ally Award, Visionary Award, Legal Services Award, Community Service Organization Award, Volunteer of the Year Award, the Robert Barnes Lifetime Achievement Award.
Individual Tickets: $85. non-member  $95. Admission plus Alice Membership
Information:   alicebtoklas.org Charles Sheehan chrlesasheehan@gmail.com

October 15, 2010 - Friday

*San Francisco Human Services Network Candidate Forum
When: October 15, 2010 - Friday
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: LightHouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired, 214 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
Information: sfhsn.org

*The Role of Politics in Superior Court Elections in California: A Debate
When: October 15, 2010 - Friday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate University of Law, 536 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Panel will discuss the role of politics in Superior Court elections.
Panel:
J. Anthony Kline, Presiding Justice, California Court of Appeal, First District, Second Division
Roger K. Warren, President Emeritus of the National Center for State Courts; Form Judge, Sacramento Superior Court
Peter Keane, Professor and Dean Emeritus, Golden Gate University School of Law, Former President, San Francisco Bar Association
Moderated by Marc H. Axelbaun, Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP.
Brown Bag.  Free of Charge.
Information: balif.org













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