Monday, December 5, 2011

Holiday Parties!



December 5, 2011 - Monday




Reclaiming Our Future: Town Hall
When: December 5, 2011 - Monday
Noon to  4:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco State University Towers Conference Center, Sunset Richmond Room, 1600 Holloway Avenue, San Francisco
What: Reclaiming Our Future: Town Hall
Hosted by: The United Student  Front Coalition
Speakers:
San Francisco Board of Supervisor Jane Kim
SFUSD School Board Member Kim-Shree Maufas
City College of San Francisco Board of Trustees President John Rizzo
City College of San Francisco Board of Trustees member Chris Jackson
SFSU Dean of Ethnic Studies Kenneth P. Monteiro
SFSU students Nick Occhipinti, Nelo Okeke
Event  is free.  Pizza, drinks.

World Tree of Hope Lighting Ceremony and Party
When: December 5, 2011 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
What: Mayor Ed Lee, First Lady Anita Lee and Rainbow World Fund invite you to the 6th Annual World Tree of Hope Official Tree Lighting Celebration.
Rita Moreno, Peter Coyote, San Francisco Boys Chorus, Emcee Donna Sachet, The Consul General of Japan will preset a peace  crane  to the City.  Live artist Daryoush, The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.
Free.  Wine, cocktails, hors d' oeuvres, sweets
The World Tree of Hope is a holiday tree in the Rotunda of San Francisco City Hall decorated with thousands of white origami cranes, each containing written notes of home and peace from children and individuals from around the world.  The tree is a gift from members of the LGBT and Japanese American communities to the world
Information: rainbowfund.org/tree

December 6, 2011 -  Tuesday



San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: December 6, 2011 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Agendahttp://www.sfbos.org/ftp/uploadedfiles/bdsupvrs/bosagendas/agendas/2011/BAG120611.pdf
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Ross Mirkarimi, Scott Wiener
Information: sfgov.org

Ethics Commission - Discussion possible changes to the Campaign Finance Reform Ordinance related to Public Financing Program
When: December 6, 2011 - Tuesday
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Ethics Commission staff will discus and solicit comments about possible changes to the public financing program for candidates for the Board of Supervisors. Agenda: http://www.sfethics.org/ethics/2011/11/interested-persons-meeting-to-discuss-possible-changes-to-the-campaign-finance-reform-ordinance-rela.html
Informationsfethics.org


Holiday Party
When: December 6, 2011 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Swig Bar, 561 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: Holiday Party.  Refreshments, door prizes.  Special Guests and fun.
Community Impact Awardees:  
Tom Carter, Printed Media
Tony De Renzo, Visual Media
Captain John Garrity, Public Safety
Ralph Lee, Property Owner representative
Yuko McDaniels, Physical Fitness
Satwinder Multani, Business Owner
Southeast Asian Community Center, Multi-purpose CBO
Citizen of the Year Award 2011 - Dean Clar
Organizing Committee members: Susan Bryan, Eric Chung, Dean Clark, Otto Duffy, Dennis Isner, Jim Meko, Marvis Phillips, Brian Sheehy
Host: Michael Nulty
Co-Sponsored by Alliance for a Better District 6, Central City Democrats and North Market Business Association.


Vote-By-Mail: Accessible: Secure? Transparent?
When: December 6, 2011 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
What: Participants:
Elizabeth Bergman of Cal State East Bay - co-author of "How Does Vote-By-Mail Affect voters?" (Pew Center Making Voting Work)
John Arntz, San Francisco Director for Elections
Eva Waskell, Co-Chair and presenter, MIT Summit on Electronic Voting 2011
Sponsored by the League of Women Voters of San Francisco.
Public is invited to share in the expert discussion on the costs and the benefits of the San Francisco Vote-by-Mail process.
Information: lwvsf.org
Source: Potrero Hill Democratic Club: phdemclub.org

December 7, 2011 - Wednesday



Budget and Finance Committee
When: December 6, 2011 - Tuesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
SupervisorsCarmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim
Informationsfgov.org


Board of Appeals
When: December 7, 2011 -  Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissoners: Kendall Goh, Michael Garcia, Frank Fung, Chris Hwang, Tanya Peterson
Informationsfgov3.org

San Francisco Police Commission
When: December 7, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissoners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, L. Julius M. Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter

San Francisco Redistricting Task Force Community Outreach Meeting
When: December 7, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Horace Mann Middle School Auditorium, 3351 23rd Street, San Francisco
WhatSan Francisco Redistricting Task Force Community Outreach Meeting - District 9 and District 10.
 Task Force MembersEric McDonnell - Chair, Jenny Lam - Vice-Chair, Mike Alonso, Myong Leigh, Sonia Melara, Marily Mondejar, David Pilpel, Mark Schreiber, Melissa Tidwell

December 8, 2011 - Thursday


Planning Commission - Special Meeting
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sf-planning.org/index.aspx?page=2988
Commissioners: Christina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwynerth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org


Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=40182
Supervisors: David Campos, Mark Farrell, David Chiu
Information: sfgov.org


Planning Commission -  
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
 1:00 p.m. 
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
CommissionersChristina R. Olague, Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwynerth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Informationsf-planning.org


Rules Committee
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfbos.org/Modules/ShowDocument.aspx?documentid=40206
Supervisors: Jane Kim, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell
Information: sfgov.org

82nd Annual Holiday Tree Lighting
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Park, 501 Stanyan Street - McLaren Lodge, San Francisco
What: Annual Holiday Tree Lighting.  Featuring small rides for children, live entertainment, a cookie factory, arts and crafts and a visit from Santa.  Free.  Sponsors San Francisco Recreation and Park Department and San Francisco Parks Alliance


San Francisco Women's Political Committee (SFWPC) - Holiday Party
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Carnelian By The Bay, The Ferry Plaza, San Francisco
What: Holiday Party
Co-Hosts: Planned Parenthood Shasta Pacific, NARAL Pro-Choice America, NARAL Pro-Choice California, Emerge California and Good Ol' Girls
Sponsored by:
Stearns Consulting, Melanie Nutter, Malia Cohen, Lou Gordon, Tom Ammiano, Hope Road Consulting, Bonnie Jean von Krogh, Alix Rosenthal, Suzy Loftus, Thea Selby, Leah Pimentel
Free for all, first 100 women get a glass of champagne, light refreshment provided.
Information:  Leah Pimentel  Leah.pimentel@sfwpc.org

Supervisor Malia Cohen's Birthday Celebration
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: POQUITO, 2368 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Supervisor Malia Cohen's Birthday. 
$100. Guest, $250. Sponsor, $500. - Co-Host
RSVP Marjan Philhour marjan@calgroupinc.com


Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Holiday Party
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Amelie  Wine Bar, 1754 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  Holiday Party and Raffle.  It's always a great time. 
Information: middlepolk.org frank@middlepolk.org

Alix Rosenthal - My (first) 39th Birthday
When: December 8, 2011 - Thursday
8:00 p.m. until 2:00 a.m.
Where: Cafe Du Nord, 2170 Market Street, San Francisco
WhatAlix Rosenthal is celebrating her birthday and Kickoff of her re-election campaign  to the Democratic County Central Committee. Asking for donations at the door, but not required, but appreciated.
Musical entertainment:
Clarkie (DeepEnd/DISTRIKT), Deckard (Space Cowbowys/Nu Funk Boutique), DingDong (Brass Tax), Jive (FIX/fixsf.com), JoeJoe (Brass Tax), Smoove (The Yacht Funk Happy Hour with Pablo Crooze), Syd Gris (Pel/Opoulent Temple)

December 9, 2011 - Friday

Chinese Newcomers Service Center - Lunch with Mayor Ed Lee
When: December 9, 2011 - Friday
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Far East Cafe, 631 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
What: Lunch with Mayor Ed Lee
Co-SponsorsSenator Dianne Feinstein, Assemblymember Fiona Ma, Supervisors David Chiu, Eric Mar, Mark Farrell, Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Jane Kim, Sean Elsbernd, Scott Wiener, David Campos, Malia Cohen, John Avalos, Eddie Chin, Jane Morrison, Hanna Leung
Your donation will support the work of the Chinese Newcomers Service Center.
Donation: $25., $35., $45., $55.
Check to: "CNSC", 777 Stockton, Suite 104, SF 94108 
RSVP: CNSC@chinesenewcomers.org

Irish American Democratic Club - Holiday Party
When: December 9, 2011 - Friday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: 785 Arguello Blvd. @ Cabrillo, San Francisco
What: Irish American Democratic Club Holiday Party.  Reflect on the political events of the past 12 months and catch up with old friends.  $15. donation.
RSVP: IrishParty2011@hotmail.com

San Francisco Public Defender's 90th Anniversary Celebration
When: December 9, 2011 - Friday
6:30 p.m. until 11:30 p.m.
Where: Great American Music Hall, 859 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Public Defenders 90th Anniversary.  Three course dinner, presentation (roasting and toasting), the PD band, and DJ and dancing until midnight.
Tickets $75.  Checks payable to "Elizabeth Hilton" or "Phong Wang".  Send check  addressed to Phong Wang, Public Defender's Office, 555 7th Street, San Francisco, Ca. 94103.  You will be sent a numbered ticket.  Tickets available until we hit 250 capacity - deadline November 30, 2011.

North Panhandle Neighborhood Association - Neighborhood Holiday Party
When: December 9, 2011 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: St. Cyprian's, 2097 Turk Street @ Lyon, San Francisco
What: Neighborhood Holiday Party. 
Babysitters and movie for the kids from 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. (RSVP required leelagill@yahoo.com)
Goodies provided by Bi-Rite with special treat by Salt & Honey Catering
Flora decore provided by local florist Verde SF
Entertainment:
Miranda Jones and the Nopalitos
Special Guests Molly McEachen and Rachel Caine
sponsored by Matching  Half
Beer and Wine for sale.  Proceeds benefit St. Cyprian's.


December 10, 2011 - Saturday

Living Wage End of Year Party
When: December 10, 2011 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Eric Quezada Center for Culture and Politics, 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
WhatSan Francisco Living Wage Coalition would like to invite you to celebrate a successful 2011 as we look to an even better 2012.
Musical entertainment from Martha Hawthorne, spoken word performances by former SF poet laureate Jack Hirschman, and  Mission poet Dee Allen. 
Adult tickets: $5.. to $10.  Food and drink will be provided.  There will be a raffle with fantastic prizes to be announced.

December 11, 2011 - Sunday

49ers versus Arizona Cardinals
When: December 11, 2011 - Sunday
1:05 p.m.
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium, Arizona
Information49ers.com


Democratic Women's Forum - Traditional Holiday Party
When: December 11, 2011 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 2606 Pacific, San Francisco
What: The Democratic Women's Forum of San Francisco cordially invites you to their Traditional Holiday Party.  
Honoring The Curry Senior Center - a non-profit organization providing assistance to low-income and frail seniors needing help and dedicated  to their theme "We must want for others, not ourselves alone".
Benefactors: Angela Alioto, JoAnn Hendricks, Joan Simmons, th eForum
Patrons: Sue Bushnell, Elizabeth Colton, Rafael Mandelman, Jim Roe and Cheryl Willis
Sponsors: Raymond Berard, Robin Brasso, Hon. Theresa Cox, Democratic Women in Action, Kristine Enea, Susan Flakus, Hene Kelly, Stephanie Lyons, Jane Morrison, Emily Murase, Mary O'Riordan, Jeanne Powell, Linda Richardson, Daniel Sullivan, Pansy Waller, Evelyn Wilson
Democratic Women's Forum is requesting donations on behalf of the San Francisco Food Bank.  Please, no glass containers.  Food Bank barrel  will be at event for your donations. 
$20. Member,   Guest - $ 25. - $15. dues and $10. for party
Democratic Women's Forum of San Francisco Board: Joan Simmons - President, Linda Richardson - Vice President - Events, Sue Bushnell - VP - Membership, Mary O'Riordan - Corresponding Secretary, Cheryl Willis - Recording Secretary,  Pansy Waller - Treasuer, Lorrie Kalos-Immediate Past President, Evelyn Wilson - Parliamentarian. Directors:  Robin Brasso, Kristine Enea, Susan Flakus, Katie Hickox, Sharon Johnson, Stephanie Lyons 
Holiday Event committee: Sue Bushnell/Joan Simmons-Co-Chairs.  Helen Myers, Mary O'Riordan, Pansy Waller, Cheryl Willis
Mail your reservation by December 7th, Joan Simmons, 1340 Lombard Street, #305, San Francisco
Information: 415-673-5023 dwforum.org


Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Potrero Boosters Holiday Party
When: December 11, 2011 - Sunday
3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: Axis Cafe, 1201 8th Street at 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Come celebrate the season with your neighbors.  Potrero Hill Democratic Club and Potrero Boosters  are  joining  forces for a Holiday Party.  Eat, drink and be merry.  Savories and sweets, wine and other holiday goodies
Information: phdemclub.org   potreroboosters.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club - Holiday Pot Luck Party
When: December 11, 2011 - Sunday
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 1005 Noe Street, #2, San Francisco
What: Noe Valley Democratic Club Pot Luck Party.  Celebrate the season with members, neighbors and friends.  Price of admission is a food item for 8-10 to consume or imbibe.  
RSVP with pot luck item - Molly@ffrsf.com 


December 12, 2011 - Monday


San Francisco Arts Commission - Special Meeting
When: December 12, 2011 - Monday
2:30 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
What: Agenda: http://www.sfgov3.org/index.aspx?page=3164
Information: sfgov3.org

December 13, 2011 - Tuesday


Toy Wrapping Party
When: December 13, 2011 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art and Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: Join the African American Art and culture Complex, Citizen Hope, and Mo Magic for a Toy Wrapping party where they will wrap over a 1,000 toys.  Toys are provided by the San Francisco Fire Fighters Local 798.
Pizza, music, drinks.

District Five Club Holiday Social
When: December 13, 2011 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Cafe Vinyl, 350 Divisadero Street, San Francisco
What: District 5 Democratic Club Holiday Social!  

December 14, 2011


San Francisco Tomorrow -  Holiday Party
When: December 14, 2011 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Forest Hill Clubhouse, 381 Magellan Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Tomorrow Holiday Party. Fun! Food! Friends of the Environment!  You are invited to party with San Francisco Tomorrow!
Come gossip with our friends and guests.  Buffet dinner. 
Holiday PatronsMark Leno, Tom Ammiano, Raymond Berard, Jan Blum, Bernie Choden and Lois Scott, Jennifer Clary, Arthur Feinstein, Louise and James Frankel, Ruth Gravanis, Andreas Katz, Esther Marks, Mary Anne Miller, Jane Morrison, Jake Sigg
Sponsors:  Ernest Chuck Ayala, Bruce and Jean Brugmann, Bruce Balshone, Sue Cauthen, Arthur Chang, Steven Chapman, Denise D'Anne, Ina Dearman, Raj and Helen Desai, Judith Flynn, Milton L. Funchess, Aaron Goodman, Richard and Shirley Hansen, Barry Hermanson, Victor and Lorraine Honig, Brenda Doyle Jeffers, Joseph Julian, Susan Langdon Kass, Max Kirkeberg, Eileen Kivlehan, Paul Kohler, James and Ella Maye Lew, Pinky Kushner, Lawrence B. Martin, Amy Meyer, Kathrin Moore, Richard Navarro, Zoanne Nordstrom, Gimmy Park Li, Susan Pfeifer, Adam Scow, Thea Selby, Stephen Williams, Edward Van Egri, Howard Wong, Claire Zvanski
$35., $45., $50.
Checks can be mailed to SFT, 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
RSVP: Jane 564-1482


Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club, National Council of Jewish Women, San Francisco Section - Annual Hanukkah Party
When: December 14, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: La Victoria Bakery and Kitchen, 2937 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Annual Hanukkah Party. Enjoy tasty Hanukkah treats from a Jewish/Eastern Europena "pop-up" Mission Restaurant and celebrate this festive time of the year.
Please come along and feel free to bring family, friends and potential members. 
Information: NCJW : info@ncjwsf.org
                      Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Lisa Shell lisa_shell@comcast.net



San Francisco Police Commission -  Medal  of Valor Awards Ceremony
When: December 14, 2011 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay Conference Center of UCSF, Robertson Auditorium, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco
What: Medal of Valor Awards Ceremony.
CommissionersThomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, L. Julius M. Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Informationsf-police.org

San Francisco Young Democrats - Holiday Parties
When: December 14, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Rye, 688 Geary Street, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Young Democrats for their annual holiday party and kickback after a hectic political season.
First 80 new and current members  receive  a Young Dem cocktail and shot.  
Price: Free for members, $30 for non-members.  Comes with a one year membership.
Information: sfyd.org

Fresh and Easy - Community Meeting
When: December 14, 2011 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez School Auditorium, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: Fresh and Easy will be hosting a community meeting  regarding  Fresh and Easy moving into the old Delanos space on South Van Ness. 
Source: Lower 24th Street - A Merchants and Neighbors  Association


December 15, 2011 - Thursday


Westside Democratic Club - Holiday  Party
When: December 15, 2011 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Pisces, 3414 Judah Street, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club Holiday Party.  Appetizers and first drink $10. You may order
dinner afterwards.
RSVP by December 11th - info@wdcsf.org

December 16, 2011 - Friday

Assemblywoman Fiona Ma - Holiday Open House
When: December 16, 2011 - Friday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco, Ca.
What: Assemblywoman Fiona Ma Holiday Open House.  Entertainment, refreshments, children and pet toy drive and animals available for adoption.  Free.
Information: 415-557-1178  

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Holiday Party
When: December 16, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Rebel Bar, Market and Valencia, San Francisco
What: Let members of the executive board serve you cocktails while you dine, dance and see a spectacular drag show!  All tips will be donated back to the Club! 
Information: milkclub.org

Sierra  Club  - San Francisco Chapter - Holiday Party
When: December 16, 2011 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 2937 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join Sierra Club San Francisco Chapter Staff and fellow Sierra Club members and supporters.  Cash bar, light appetizers and a special presentation about the Sierra Club's conservation efforts.  
RSVP: Karolo Aparicio - karolo@sfbaysc.org


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