McLaren Conference Center, University of San Francisco
Pictures above:
John Avalos
Leland Yee
Dennis Herrera
Joanna Rees
David Chiu
Bevan Dufty
Phil Ting
Tony Hall
Michela Alioto-Pier
Moderated by Corey Cook, Assistant Professor in the Department of Politics at USF.
Questions from high school and college students participating in buildOn and McCarthy Center service programs
May 8, 2011 - Sunday
Mother's Day
Sunday Streets in the Mission
When: May 8, 2011 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Valencia and 24th Street, San Francisco
Information: sundaystreetsf.com
Mother's Day Sunday Streets with John Avalos
When: May 8, 2011 - Sunday
Noon to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Meet at 24th Street and Mission, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Mother's Day and Sunday Streets. Join John and Karen this Sunday in the Mission as they bike and stroll along 24th Street and Valencia. Bring your mom and family and friends and bikes for a relaxed day of fun. Look for crew with the orange and black Avalos signs.
"Just Jane" Remembrance Celebration for Office Jane Warner
When: May 8, 2011 - Sunday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Market and Castro and 17th Street, San Francisco
What: In remembering Jane Warner a number of groups are coming together to celebrate and remember "Just Jane" in the Plaza renamed in her honor. A blessing by the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence will be followed by remembrance speeches by friends and colleagues. All guests are invited to Cafe Flore immediately following the gathering for refreshments and good cheer on Mother's Day.
Organized by: San Francisco Patrol Special Police Officers Association, Castro Community on Patrol, Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, Castro Community Benefits District, Cafe Flore
Celebration of Life: Melanio Duarte
When: May 8, 2011 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Ingleside Presbyterian Church, 1345 Ocean Avenue, San Francisco
What: A memorial service will be held to remember our dear friend and merchant, Melanio Duarte of Caffe D'Melanio.
May 9, 2011 - Monday
City Operations and Neighborhood Services Committee
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38402
Supervisors: John Avalos, Eric Mar, Sean Elsbernd
Information: sfbos.org
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=38396
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Ethics Commission
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfethics.org/ethics/2011/05/agenda-may-9-2011.html
Commissioners: Beverly Hayon, Benedict Y. Hur, Dorothy S. Liu, Jamienne S. Studley, Charles L. Ward
Information: sfethics.org
7th Annual Emerge California Fundraiser Reception
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - VIP Reception
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. - General Reception and Networking
6:30 p.m. - Keynote Address
Where: Delancey Street Foundation, Town Hall Room, 600 Embarcadero, San Francisco
What: 7th Annual Emerge California Fundraiser Gala: Mobilizing Women for 2012 and Beyond.
Keynote Speaker: Wisconsin State Senator Lena Taylor
Purchase Tickets:https://services.myngp.com/ngponlineservices/Event.aspx?Y=FrZ0S4jyDpX6MH5V1%2Fz6u07egtWHQF68%2Fh+ScWDsN5zdHyvBeVON3A%3D%3D.
General Tickets: $100.
Information: Kimberly Elllis kimberly@emergeca.org
Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Monthly Meeting
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly Membership Meeting featuring Supervisor Carmen Chu.
Information: alicebtoklas.org
Fundraiser for David Chiu for Mayor
When: May 9, 2011 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Sens Restaurant, 4 Embarcadero Center Promenade Level, San Francisco
What: Support David Chiu, President of the Board of Supervisors, and his campaign for San Francisco Mayor. 100% of your ticket price is a contribution to the campaign. $75.
Information: davidchiuformayor.com
May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/ftp/uploadedfiles/bdsupvrs/bosagendas/agendas/2011/BAG051011.pdf
From Agenda:
Mayor's Appearance Before the Board
Environment Code - Yellow Pages Distribution Pilot Program - Sponsors: Chiu, Mar, Mirkarimi, Wiener and Cohen.
Information: sfbos.org
Children's Fund 20th Anniversary Celebration
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Program starts at 5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, North Light Court, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Landmark SF Children's Fund.
Hosted by Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth, Mayor Edwin Lee and the Department of Children, Youth and Their Families.
Free, family-friendly community celebration. Children and young people are welcome!
RSVP Chelsea cboilard@colemanadvocates.org
Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee - WalkFirst Project Team
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Update on the WalkFirst Project of the Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee. Brief presentation with input from the committee and public on:
A map of key walking streets in San Francisco.Criteria for assessing relative levels of pedestrian safety
Criteria for assessing relative levels of pedestrian safety.
Guidelines for prioritizing pedestrian improvements.
Information: walkfirst.sfplanning.org walkfirst@sfplanning.org
SFMTA - Community Meeting
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Caffe Trieste, 1667 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Neighbors, merchants, join SFMTA for a community meeting to talk about the two-way conversion of the bottom of Haight Street.
Source: Lower Haight Merchants and Neighbors Association
San Francisco Board of Education - Regular Meeting
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
What: Agenda:http://www.sfusd.edu/en/assets/sfusd-staff/about-SFUSD/files/board-agendas/Agenda5102011.pdf
Commissioners: Hydra B. Mendoza, Norman Yee, Sandra Lee Fewer, Kim-Shree Maufas, Emily M. Murase, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information: sfused.edu
Community Redistricting Workshop
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Alex L. Pitcher, Jr. Community Meeting Groom, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: African Americans and Redistricting: Securing Political Power
Join African American Redistricting Collaborative, Commissioner Brigette LeBlanc, San Francisco American Chamber of Commerce, African American Democratic Club, Osiris Coalition, Bayview Merchants Association, BWOPA-SF Chapter, NAACP-SF Chapter, Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC), Project Area Committee (PAC), and Harvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club
Entertainment Commission
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfgov2.org/index.aspx?page=2673
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph,Justin Roja, Tim Benetti, Jim Meko, Neal Cavellini, Al Perez
Information: sfgov2.org
Pissed Off Voter Happy Hour
When: May 10, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Thieves Tavern, 496 14th Street, San Francisco
What: League of Pissed Off Voters Happy Hour. Hang out and talk about what's happening around San Francisco.
May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
SPUR - Port City
When: May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Representatives from San Francisco Architectural Heritage will present group's new book "Port City". Book's author, Michael Corbett, will discuss the history of the port and its role in shaping San Francisco. Heritage Executive Director Mike Buhler will detail the transformation of the waterfront and the current context of its redevelopment, including what lies ahead with the America's Cup.
$5. for non-members
Information: spur.org
Dennis Herrera for Mayor at the Krevsky Art Gallery
When: May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Krevsky Gallery, 77 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: Doris and George Krevsky and Scott Drexel invite you to a reception to support Dennis Herrera for Mayor of San Francisco.
Contribution Levels: $50., $100., $250., $500.
San Francisco Young Democrats - May Mixer
When: May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats May Mixer.
Information: sfyd.org
Commonwealth Club - Golden Gate Park Under Siege
When: May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. - reception
6:30 p.m. - program
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Golden Gate Park Under Siege. Panel:
Mike Lyons - Conservation Director and General Counsel for Environmental Matters, Golden Gate Audubon Society
Kathy Howard, ASLA, Landscape Architect, Member Steering Committee, Golden Gate Park Preservation Alliance
Anthea Hartig, President, Western Office National Trust for Historic Preservation
George Wooding, President, West of Twin Peaks Central Council
Jim Chappell, Executive Director: San Francisco Beautiful
Costs: $20.
Information and Reservations: commonwealthclub.org
Cesar Chavez Sewer Streetscape Improvements Public Meeting
When: May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Leonard R. Flynn Elementary School Auditorium, 3125 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission for a public meeting to discuss the upcoming Cesar Chavez Sewer and Streetscape Improvements.
Source: Supervisor Scott Wiener
A vigil for a fallen pedestrian
When: May 11, 2011 - Wednesday
6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Where: Vigil will begin on sidewalk in front of the San Francisco Day School (350 Masonic Avenue)
Where: Pedestrian James Hudson, was killed while crossing the street at the intersection of Turk and Masonic. Join your neighborhood in mourning the loss of another at this dangerous corner. Let's all come together to strengthen our efforts to make our streets safer. A safety dialogue will follow the vigil.
Information: NOPNA President jarie.bolander@gmail.com
May 12, 2011 - Thursday
John Avalos - Bike to Work Day from District 11
When: May 12, 2011 - Thursday
7:45 a.m.
Where: Naples Green Park at Naples and Geneva, San Francisco
What: Commuter convoy to bike from District 11 to Civic Center. Commute together in comfort and camaraderie. We will depart at 7:45 am. and will visit Energizer Stations along the way.
Planning Commission
When: May 12, 2011 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Planning Commission regular meeting
Agenda: http://www.sf-planning.org/index.aspx?page=2749
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfplanning.org
SFWPC - Meet Joanna Rees, Leland Yee and George Gascon
When: May 12, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Noble Bar, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Join SFWPC as they meet two mayoral candidates and a candidate for district attorney:
Joanna Rees, candidate for mayor
Leland Yee, candidate for mayor
George Gason, candidate for district attorney
Information: info@sfwpc.org sfwpc.org
San Francisco Public Press spring print launch party.
When: May 12, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Gray Area Foundation for the Arts, 998 Market Street, San Francisco
What: SF Public Press spring print launch party. Join them for drinks and appetizers, and pick up a complimentary copy of the 2011 newspaper.
Music by DJ Ario. Raffle gifts provided by Philz Coffee.
$15. at door.
Walter Johnson's Lifetime UFCW Membership Induction and Celebration
When: May 12, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Laborers Hall, Local 261, 3271 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Ron Lind, President UFCW Local 5 and UFCW International Vice-President invites you to join us at Walter Johnson's Lifetime UFCW Membership Induction and Celebration.
Guest speakers to be announced. Refreshments to be served.
RSVP by May 10th - Joanne Los Banos - email: jlosbanos@ufcw5.org
May 13, 2011 - Friday
SFMTA - Public Hearing
When: May 13, 2011 - Friday
10:00 a.m.
Where: SFMTA, Hearing room 4, City Hall (located on Van Ness Avenue between McAllister and Grove Street), San Francisco
What: Public hearing to solicit public input on street design improvements on Masonic Avenue between Geary Blvd. and Fell Street.
Agenda: http://www.sfmta.com/cms/ceng/EngineeringPublicHearingNoticeMay132011.htmhttp://www.sfmta.com/cms/ceng/EngineeringPublicHearingNoticeMay132011.htm
Information: sfmta.com/masonic
Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor David Chiu and Mayor Ed Lee
When: May 13, 2011 - Friday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Chinese Cultural Center Auditorium, 750 Kearny Street, Hilton Hotel, 3rd Floor, San Francisco.
What: Last Budget Town Hall meeting with Supervisor David Chiu and Mayor Ed Lee.
State of Emergency
When: May 13, 2011 - Friday
4:00 p.m. music and entertainment
5:00 p.m. rally and speakers
Where: San Francisco Civic Plaza, San Francisco
What: Join teachers, health educators, public employees and community leaders as they challenge Sacramento develop a real plan to solve the budget problems.
Information: amber@sflaborcouncil.org
Filipina Women's Network Presents - The Vagina Monologues
When: May 13, 2011 - Friday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness, San Francisco
What: Filipina Women's Network 2011 Campaign event to Stop Violence Against Asian Pacific American Women and Girls. Benefit production of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues honoring Asian American Heritage Month.
$38. general admission
Information: filipinawomensnetwork.org
May 14, 2011 - Saturday
2011 Community Congress Mayoral Candidate Forum
When: May 14, 2011 - Saturday
9:a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Annual Community Congress. Hosting several mayoral hopefuls in a chance to dialogue with the community:
Bevan Dufty
Leland Yee
David Chiu
Joanne Rees
Tony Hall
Harold Miller
Robert "Bobby" Jordan
John Avalos
Invited:
Michael Alioto-Pier
Dennis Herrera (sending a representative)
Phil Ting (sending a representative)
You have to be a member to attend by making a donation. You can sign up to become a member http://bhnc.org/wordpress/?page_id=17 bhnc.org
Eastern Neighborhoods Citizens Advisory Committee - Mission Neighborhood Community Meeting
When: May 14, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: Eastern Neighborhoods Citizens Advisory Committee (ENCAC) is hosting a community meeting where you can have a say in the neighborhood you want to see. Let the ENCAC members hear your views on critical issues for our neighborhood: open space, transportation, street beautification and child care.
Information:encac.sfplanning.org
7th Annual Richmond Community Health Festival
When: May 14, 2011 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue, San Frarncisco
What: State Senator Leland Yee and Supervisor Eric Mar along with Kaiser Permanente, Compassionate Community Care, Self Help for the Elderly, Richmond Area Multi-Services, Inc. are sponsoring 7th Annual Richmond Community Health Festival. Free.
Information: Alex Doniach 415-557-7857
District 11 Council Meeting
When: May 14, 2011 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Ingleside Police Station Community Room, Sgt. John V. Young Lane, San Jose Avenue, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting. Coffee and pastries will be served.
George Gascon Campaign Kick-Off Rally
When: May 14, 2011 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Plaza, Castro and Market, San Francisco
What: District Attorney George Gascon's Campaign Kick-Off Rally with Supervisor Scott Wiener, Supervisor Elsbernd.
May 15, 2011 - Sunday
Bay to Breakers 2011 - 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Farmers' Market - Glen Park BART Station
When: May 15th through the end of October, 2011 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
May 16, 2011 - Monday
November, 2011 Candidates Meet and Greet
When: May 16, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: 50 Mason Street and Market Street, San Francisco
What: North of Market Business Association, Central City Democrats in partnership with Tenant Rights Association PAC is hosting a Meet and Greet with the Mayoral, City Attorney and Sheriff candidates seeking elective office on November 8, 2011.
Additional Sponsors: Tenant Associations Coalition Political Action Committee (TAC PAC), North of Market Business Association and Taxi Appreciation Night.
Door Prizes and refreshments.
Information: 415-339-8683
Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Crime
When: May 16, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting. Focus on crime in the neighborhood. We had a recent shooting outside Bob's Donuts and the prostitution problem has not gone away. Come and discuss these issues with the Captains of both Northern and Central Police Stations.
Information: Frank Cannata frank@middlepolk.org
Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Crime
When: May 16, 2011 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting. Focus on crime in the neighborhood. We had a recent shooting outside Bob's Donuts and the prostitution problem has not gone away. Come and discuss these issues with the Captains of both Northern and Central Police Stations.
Information: Frank Cannata frank@middlepolk.org
San Francisco Gray Panthers - The UN-Patriot Act
When: May 17, 2011 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Center, 1187 Franklin, San Francisco
What: The UN-Patriot Act: Civil Liberties Under Attack
Information: graypanthersssf.igc.org
Campaign Kick-Off -Sharmin Bock for District Attorney
When: May 17, 2011 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: One Leidesdorff, 344 Pine Street, San Francisco
What: Kick-Off campaign for Sharmin Bock for District Attorney. Featuring Congresswoman Jackie Speier, National Women's Political Caucus President Lulu Flores and former State Senator Carole Midgen.
Information: sharminbock.com
Better Market Street Project
When: May 17, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Warfield, 982 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Public Meeting about the future of Market Street and the Better Market Street Project.
Information: bettermarketssf.org
San Francisco For Democracy
When: May 17, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Schroeder's Restaurant, 240 Front Street, San Francisco
What: GOP War on Women and Seniors. Two speakers who can discuss the real stakes in conservatives' national legislative war against the health and well-being of women and seniors. Speaking for Planned Parenthood will be Adrienne Bousian of Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific. Representing seniors will be Michael Lyon from Grey Panthers.
May 18, 2011
2011 Public Defender's Justice Summit
When: May 18, 2011 -Wednesday
9:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: 2011 Justice Summit: Justice by the Book.
9 a.m. - Registration
9:30 a.m. - Panel I - By the Book: Authors on Criminal Justice
11:15 a.m. - Panel II - The Ethics of Law Enforcement: Preventing Abuse of Power
12:30 p.m. - Lunch
1:30 p.m. - Panel III - From San Francisco to the High Court:The future of the Death Penalty
Speakers/Panelists:
Jeff Adachi, San Francisco Public Defender
Mary McDonagh Murphy (via Skype), author, Scott, Atticus and Boo
Sheldon Siegel, attorney and mystery novelist, Perfect Alibi
Paulette Frankl, author, Lust for Justice
Tony Serra, defense attorney
John Burris, civil rights attorney
Pete Herley, former chief, Tiburon Police Department
George Gascon, San Francisco District Attorney
Jeanne Woodford, Executive Director of California Death Penalty Focus and former warden, San Quentin State Prison
Register online: sfpublicdefender.org
San Francisco Tomorrow Annual Awards Dinner
When: May 18, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. - Reception
7:00 p.m. - Dinner
Where: Castagnola's, 286 Jefferson Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Tomorrow Annual Awards Dinner "Good City Planning Is Essential".
Jack Morrison Lifetime Achievement Award: Allan Jacobs - City Planning Director 1967-1975
Presenter: Bruce Anderson, Urban Conservationist
Unsung Heroes:
Kathrin Moore, Christina Olague, Bill Sugaya - Planning Commission Members - Appointed by the Board of Supervisors
Patrons: Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, Bruce Balshone, Jan Blum, Bernie Choden and Lois Scott, Jennifer Clary, Robert Dockendorff, Chris Duderstadt, Judith Flynn, Louise and James Frankel, Inge Horton, James and Ella Mae Lew, Esther Marks, Mary Anne Miller, Jane Morrison, Jake Sigg, Nancy Shanahan and Aaron Peskin, Peter Straus
Sponsors:
Gerald Adams, Alec Bash, Bruce Bonacker - Bonacker Associates, Robin Brasso, Eddie Chin, Becky Evans, Sue Cauthen, Arthur Chang, Denise D'Anne, Arthur Feinstein, Golden Gate Park Preservation Alliance, Aaron Goodman, Ruth Gravanis, Charlotte Hennessy, Sue Hestor, Katherine Howard, Gerald Hurtado, Paul Kohler, Charlotte Maeck, Lawrence Martin, Amy Meyer, Richard Navarro, Pelican Media - Judy Irving, Adam Scow, Edward Van Egri, Judith Wessing, Howard Wong.
Presenter: Sue Hestor, Land Use Attorney
Dinner $55. No-Host Bar
Information: RSVP Jane 415-564-1482
A Giant Night Out with Dennis Herrera
When: May 18, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: The Republic, 3213 Scott Street, San Francisco
What: Come watch the World Series Champions Giants battle the Los Angeles Dodgers with City Attorney and mayoral candidate Dennis Herrera - the two teams will play in L.A. as we watch the rivalry unfold on tv.
Complimentary appetizers, cheap beer and great company.
$100. Cy Young, $50. Triple Crown $50. $35. Rookie of the Year/Student
RSVP and Information: herreraformayor.com
May 19, 2011 - Thursday
State Senator Mark Leno - Fundraiser
When: May 19, 2011 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: John's Grill, 63 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for State Senator Mark Leno. Great food and drink as we support Mark in his senatorial endeavors and dedication to the community
Tickets: $100., $250., $500.
RSVP rsvp@mckinleypillows.com actbue.com/page/markleno-johnsgrill
Equality California - Town Hall Meeting
When: May 19, 2011 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: SF LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Equality California is holding a series of town halls across California and online for members of the community to come together and discuss the wisdom of moving forward with a ballot initiative to overturn Prop. 8.
Free.
Information: prop8@eqca.org
Harvey Milk Club Awards Annual Dinner
When: May 19, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. reception
7:00 p.m. dinner
Where: Hotel Whitcomb, 1231 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come celebrate 35th Anniversary of the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.
Keynote Speaker: Clarence B. Jones - former advisor, speech writer and close friends of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Tickets on line: milkclub.org Individual tickets $60. to $150. RSVP BY May 5th
May 21, 2011 - Saturday
7th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration
When: May 21, 2011 - Saturday
11 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: In front of the Asian Art Museum leading up to the Little Saigon District, San Francisco
What: 7th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration. Asian American artists, Djs, martial arts experts, pop culture j-cars, food, kids' area, cultural procession, film screenings. Free, open to public.
Information: asianfairsf.com
Irish American Democratic Club of San Francisco - Annual Luncheon
When: May 21, 2011 - Saturday
11:30 a.m.
Where: Marines Memorial Club, 609 Sutter Street, San Francisco
What: The Irish American Democratic Club of San Francisco Remembers President John F. Kennedy.
Honoring Community Activist Jane Morrison with the first John F. Kennedy Legacy Award.
Sponsors: Leland Yee, Mark Leno, Fiona Ma, Phil Ting, Gerald Hurtado, Jim Wachob, Daniel Sullivan, Bob Twomey, Eileen Kivlehan, Jim Weixel, Mary O'Biordan, John O'Riordan, Joan Simmons, Jane Morrison.
Master of Ceremonies: Jim Wachob
Event Chair: Mary O'Riordan
$50. - No Host Bar
Information: 415-927-0542
RSVP by May 10, 2011
Checks made out to Irish American Democratic Club, Eileen Kivlehan, Treasurer, Irish American Democratic Club, 1494-7th Avenue, San Francisco
May 22, 2011 - Sunday
Official "Avalos for Mayor" Kick-A Kick-Off Rally
When: May 22, 2011 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Victoria Manalo Draves Park, Folsom Street between 6th and 7th Street, San Francisco
What: Join to gather with John Avalos' community: friends, family and supporters and they gather to make a public showing of support and officially kick off John's journey to the San Francisco Mayor's office.
Information: avalosformayor.com
Harvey Milk Day 2011
When: May 22, 2011 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Jane Warner Plaza on the corner of Castro and Market Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Harvey Milk's Birthday. Rally with speeches from Supervisor Scott Wiener, friends of Supervisor Milk including Cleve Jones and Anne Kronenberg. After the rally, there will be a march down Castro Street to the site of Harvey Milk's Camera Shop.
May 23, 2011 - Monday
CMAC - California Music Culture Association - Supervisor Jane Kim
When: May 23, 2011 - Monday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Mezzanine, 44 Jessie Street, San Francisco
What: Join District 6 Supervisor Jane Kim for a City Hall perspective on policies impacting the industry.
Information: info@cmacsf.org cmacsf.org
May 24, 2011 - Tuesday
Better Market Street - Open House
When: May 24, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Hotel Whitcomb, 1231 Spear Street, San Francisco
What: The City of San Francisco is hosting an Open House and Presentation of the Better Market Street Project. Your feedback and participation are essential.
Information: bettermarketstreetsf.org
May 25, 2011 - Wednesday
Reception/Fundraiser for Ross Mirkarimi - Candidate for Sheriff of San Francisco
When: May 25, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Pier 23, The Embarcadero at the foot of Greenwich Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser/reception for Ross Mirkarimi - Candidate for Sheriff of San Francisco
Co-Sponsors: Barry "Shabaka" Henley, Debra Walker, Christina Olague, Linda Connelly, Dipak Patel, Enrique Rodriguez, Sam Patel, Leah Taylor Pimentel, Victor Pimentel, Rev. Dr. James McCray, Gail Jackson McCray, Nick Gregoratos, George J. Smith III, Floyd Johnson,Catherine Sneed, George Jurand, Phelicia Jones, Cathy Davis, Frank Williams, Maurice James, Angela Beck, Kevin Henley, Lou Gordon, Joel Turtle, Lloyd Graetz, Montel Jennings, Rudy Corpuz, Paulette Brown, Terry Anders, Tom Murphy, Gladys Soto, Ellison Horne, Sharen Hewitt, Tia Hewitt, Laurel Muniz, Ahuva, Emanuel and Barak Jolish
SFUSD Community Budget Meeting - The Ongoing State Budget Crisis
When: May 25, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Jefferson Elementary School, 1725 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: SFUSD Community Budget Meeting. The Ongoing State Budget Crisis. What does it mean for San Francisco's Public Schools? Come learn about the SFUSD budget and share your questions and suggestions.
Information: sfusd.edu
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