Monday, January 16, 2012

Beat the New York Giants!


Had to wait to post my new calendar until I knew when the next playoff game was!!!!


            January 22, 2012 - Sunday - 3:30 p.m. - Pacific Standard Time
            Candlestick Park - San Francisco 


            NFC Championship:   Niners versus  New York Giants
            Go Niners!!!!


Revision No. 1 - 
Michael Goldstein memorial changed to January 29, 2012 - Sunday from January 22nd.
(see below)
Campaign to Save the Gold Dust Lounge - January 19, 2012
Family Night Out - John Avalos - January 19, 2012
Occupy Wall Street West - January 20, 2012
Jack In the Box Community meeting - January 20, 2012
Supervisor Christina Olague - Open House - January 20, 2012

January 16, 2012  - Monday

 2nd Annual Martin Luther King National Day of Service
When: January 16, 2012 - Monday
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m - breakfast followed by rally.  Coffee, bagels, donuts, fruit, yogurt will be served courtesy ofMo Magic.
1:00 p.m. Barbecue for volunteers
Where: Starting at African American Art and Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What:  Celebrate the 26th Anniversary of the holiday recognizing Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.  African American Art and Culture Complex is partnering with Organizing for America, Mo Magic, San Francisco Mayor's Office, Rec and Park, DPW, SFMTA and Citizen Hope to host a rally and a one-day volunteer initiative throughout San Francisco.  
After breakfast and rally people will be dispatched throughout the City for various volunteer opportunities.


Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - David Chiu
When: January 16, 2012 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk @ Washington, San Francisco
What: Featured speaker will be David Chiu, District 3 Supervisor and President of the Board of Supervisors.  David will talk about the District and our Neighborhood.  There will be time for questions and answers.
Information:  frank@middlepolk.org middlepolk.org

January 17, 2012 - Tuesday

Debate the Future of San Francisco Elections
When: January 17, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Debate the future of San Francisco Elections including the topic of Rank-Choice Voting.
Moderated by University of San Francisco Professor Corey Cook with Supervisor Sean Elsbernd and RCV consultant Steven Hill.
$20. - non-members, $10. members
Informationspur.org/events/calendar/debate-future-sf-elections

Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods -  Supervisor Christina Olague
When: January 17, 2012 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station Community Room, Corner of Turk and Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: General Assembly Meeting includes newly appointed Supervisor Christina Olague talking about her ideas, her plans.
Guests invited.
Information: csfn.net

January 18, 2012 - Wednesday


Budget and Finance Committee
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, John Avalos, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org

Memorial Service - John Edward Buchanan Jr.
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral, 1100 California Street, San Francisco
What: Memorial Service for the director of the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco, John Edward Buchanan Jr. 


Police Commission
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julius Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org

SoMa Leadership Council
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Folsom/Dore Apartments, Community Room, 1346 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Conversation about how entertainment is  treated  in the Western SoMa Community Plan.
Dennis Juarez from  Slims  and Gayle Rubin, SoMa resident will facilitate the discussion.
Folks from SFPark will be at the meeting to participate in an information discussion of their ideas for a parking management plan in the vicinity of 11th and 12th Streets and along Folsom Street.  
Information: Jim Meko jim.meko@comcast.net


San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) - Green Light Rail Center Track Replacement Project
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Ingleside Police Station, Community Room, 1 Sgt. John Young Lane, San Francisco
What: Community meeting to share information and updates about the upcoming Green Light Rail Center Track Replacement Project.  
Information: sfmta.com/green - yingming.gu@sfmta.com


Progressing Together 2012 Bay Area
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Press Club San Francisco, Wine Bar, 20 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco
What: Join the California Young Democrats Black Caucus for the Bay Area leg of ourProgressing Together 2012 Tour.  Hosted by San Francisco Supervisor Malia Cohen, The Black Young Democrats of San Francisco and the East Pay Black Young Democrats.  They will toast the victories of 2011 and get fired up, mobilized and unified for 2011!


Noe Valley Democratic Club - "Money and Influence in Politics"
When: January 18, 2012 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Panel Discussion "Money and Influence in Politics"
Supervisor David Campos - District 9
Kevin Heneghan - lawyer from Hanson Bridgett LLC will discuss the ethical issues  of the topic.  
Alex Clemens - Barbary Coast Consulting
Marjan Philhour - worked in politics and governments for over 20 years, founded The California Group in 2009.
Information: Molly Fleischman - Vice-President molly@ffrsf.com


January 19, 2012 - Thursday


Public Safety Committee
When: January 19, 2012 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: John Avalos, Christian Olague, Eric Mar
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Planning Commission
When: January 19, 2012 - Thursday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: President: Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

Rules Committee
When: January 19, 2012 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Jane Kim, Mark Farrell, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org

Save the Gold Dust Lounge
When: January 19, 2012 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: Gold Dust Lounge, 247 Powell Street, San Francisco
What: Campaign to save the Gold Dust Lounge holds its first "official" event - press conference.  Attendees include Supervisor David Chiu, Christopher Caen and Joe Cotchett. During the event "Gold Dust chips" will be handed out, good for classic cocktails at prices that have been reverse-adjusted for inflation to 25 cents.


John Avalos - Family Night Out
When: January 19, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Cafe Grill Bar, 4995 Mission Street, Sasn Francisco
What: Family Night out.  Join Supervisor Avalos and his family for a meal and support a local restaurant in District 11.  Dinner specials, prids, raffles and a table for District 11 kids!


NOPA - North of Panhandle Neighborhood Association
When: January 19, 2012 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Oasis Cafe, McAllister and Divisadero, San Francisco
What: General Meeting  Confirmation of 2012 Board Slate, discussion of parklets on Divisadero.  Invited guests (not confirmed) New Park Station Captain John J. Feeney     Supervisor Christina Olague.
Information: nopna.org

January 20, 2012 - Friday


Occupy Wall Street
When: January 20, 2012 - Friday
8:00 a.m. through 5:00 p.m.
Where: go to occupywallstwest.org
What: Occupy Wall Street West.  Actions initiated by labor and commuity groups. 


Jack In the Box Community Meeting
When: January 20, 2012 - Friday
2:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond District Police Station, Community Room,  461 - 6th Avenue, San  Francisco 
What: Community meeting about after hours permit out on Geary for Jack in the Box.
Source: richmondsfblog.com


Neighborhood Welcome - Christina Olague
When: January 20, 2012 - Friday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco 
What: Open House - newly appointed Supervisor Christina Olague.  The San Francisco Skate Club and the THRIVE House for Youth will be showcasing the artwork of some young local  artists from the Fillmore and Western Addition. Also, new work from D5 artists Andrew Martin Scott (Needles and Pens) and Richard Hart (Moholy Ground Project), as well as artists from Divisadero Anson Cyr and Nathalie Roland.
Community Support: The office is rasing funds for the victims of the recent fire, please donate if you can.



Beyond the Blaze: A Benefit for the Pierce Street Fire Victims
When: January 20, 2012 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: St. Cyprian's Episcopal Church, 2097 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Benefit for the Pierce Street Fire Victims.  A night of music, food, drink, raffle.
100% of the proceeds will benefit the 60 people who lost their homes.
Door: $15.
Tickets: beyondtheblaze.eventbrite.com
Donate on Line: using Paypal through Alamo Square Neighborhood Association: alamosq.word.press.com
Check: Payable to ASNA (Alamo Square Neighborhood Association, mail to P. O. Box 15372, San Francisco, Ca. 941115
Bands: Gaucho, Even Taylor, Conspiracy of Beards, The Sundance Kids and more.
Food donated by Bi-Rite, Nopa, Nopalito (more to come)
Beverage donated by Green Barrel Wine, Matching 1/2 Cafe, Rolling Rock, Speakeasy Brewery

January 21, 2012 - Saturday

South Carolina Primary
Information: 2012presidentialelectionnews.com

Redistricting Task Force
When: January 21, 2012 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Bayanihan Community Center, 1010 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Redistricting Task Force - Special Meeting
Informationsfgov.org/rdtf

Walter Johnson Memorial
When: January 21, 2012 - Saturday
1:00 p.m.
Where: Grace Cathedral, California and Taylor, San Francisco


San Francisco Democratic Party - Meeting
When: January 21, 2012 - Saturday
4:00 p.m.
Where: Local 2, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
Discussion and possible action on recommendation to California Democratic Party proposal to reflect Democratic population disparity between San Francisco portions of the proposed 17th and 19th Assembly Districts in election of San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee membership.
Election of Officers to vacant seats (vice chairs formerly held by  Eric Quezada and Michael Goldstein).
Resolution: Citizen's United Resolution (Rosenthal)
Reports: Chair's report, Executive Director's Report, Treasurer's Report, Fundraising report.
Information: sfdemocrats.org


January 22, 2012 - Sunday

(moved to January 29)Michael Goldstein - Celebration
(moved to January 29)When: January 22, 2012 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
(moved to January 29)Where: SEIU 1021 Headquarters, 350 Rhode Island (entrance at 17th and Kansas) San Francisco
What: Special  celebration  of the life of Michael Goldstein co-sponsored by the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club and SF Pride at Work.  Come hear from Michael's friends and colleagues, share stories over food and refreshments, and enjoy the community that Michael contributed so much to.
Information: eileenhansensf8@yahoo.com


California Democratic Party - Pre-Convention Meeting - includes San Francisco
When: January 22, 2012 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Transport Workers Union Local 505, 1521 Rolins Road, Burlingame, Ca. 94010
What: Pre-Convention meeting which includes San Francisco.  New redistricting lines are being used.
Information: Brian Leubitz - brian@calitics.com


49ers versus New York Giants
When: January 22, 2012 - 3:30 p.m.
Where: Candlestick Park, San Francisco
What: Go 49ers!!!!!


January 23, 2012 - Monday


Anniversary of Roe vs Wade


January 24, 2012 - Tuesday


State of the Union Address


State of the Union Watch Party
When: January 24, 2012 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Buck Tavern, 1655 Market, San Francisco
What: Annual State of the Union Watch Party.  President's speech starts at 6:00 p.m.


Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Election of 2012 Board Members
When: January 24, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Election of 2012 Board Members.
Informationmilkclub.org


January 25, 2012 - Wednesday


Bacharach Birthday Bash!
When: January 25, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Noble Bar, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: Join in celebrating Amy Bacharach's birthday and campaign to become the next San Francisco Community College Board Trustee.
Suggested Donation: $100, $50, $25 Donor's choice!  Any donation are welcome, no one will be turned away
Information: info@calgroupinc.com

San Francisco Coalition for Responsible Growth - Ed Lee, George Gascon
When: January 25, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate a unique Victory for Mayor Ed Lee and District  Attorney  George Gascon.
Meet many of the City Supervisors and other City Officials.  Introductory remarks by CRS President:Rodrigo Santos.  Food/Refreshments, Music
RSVP 415-648-1200
Informationsfcrg.com

January 26, 2012 - Thursday


San Francisco Redistricting Task Force
When: January 26, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Alex Pitcher Jr. Community Room, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Attend and learn about how District 10 will be redrawn.  Come learn and get involved, get active and get engaged.
Source: Facebook calendar


January 28, 2012 - Saturday


Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good of USF - Redistricting San Francisco: Assembling the Political Puzzle
When: January 28, 2012 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. - Sign in 
9:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Where: UC Hastings College of Law, San Francisco
What: Redistricting Forum.  A join event of the Center for State and Local Government Law at UC Hastings College of the Law and the Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good at the University of San Francisco.
Speakers: 
Frank Wu, Chancellor and Dean, William B. Lockhart Professor of Law, UC Hasting College of the Law
David Latterman, Associate Director, Masters of Public Affairs Program USF
Session I - The History of District Elections in San Francisco
Speakers: Richard DeLeon, Professor Emeritus of Political Science, San Francisco State University
Section II - The Law of Districted Election
Speaker: Chris Elmendorf - Professor of Law, UC Davis
Section III - The Political Science of District Elections
Speaker: Corey Cook, Professor of Political Science and Director, Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good, University of San Francisco
Lunch and keynote address: Stan Forbes, Commissioner, California Citizens Redistricting Commission
Redistricting San Francisco: Demographics and Technology
Speaker: David Latterman, Associate Director, Master of Public Affair, USF
Redistricting San Francisco: Maps and Rountable Discussion
Speakers: 
David Lee, Executive Director, Chinese-American Voters Education Committee
David Pilpel, San Francisco Redistricting Task Force
Calvin Welch, Program Director, San Francisco Information Clearing House
Moderator: Chris Elmendorf, UC Davis School of Law
Discussants: Corey Cook and David Laterman, USF
General Admission: $20.
Information: mccarthycenter@usfca.edu usfca.edu/centers/mccarthy/redistricting

Chinese Newcomers Service Center - Gung Hay Fat Choy! 23rd Annual New Year's Dinner on Woodland Avenue!
When: January 28, 2012 - Saturday
4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 44 Woodland, San Francisco
What: Good Luck Dinner celebrating the Chinese New Year - the Year of the Dragon.  Fundraiser for the Chinese Newcomers Service Center.  Start out the New Year right with the best in Won Ton Soup, Chinese Chicken Salad, Lemon Shrimp, Cashew Chicken, Cha Sil Toishan Brownies, Don Tot, and munch munch more...too munch to list.
Talented Chefs: Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, David Chiu, Carmen Chu, Ross Mirkarimi, Dennis Herrera, John Avalos, Eric Mar, Leland Yee, Fiona Ma, Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Campos, Phil Ting, Betty Yee, Aaron Peskin, Hubert Gee, Melvin Lee, Sandy Lau, Amy Cheng, Jackie Kious, Ted Fang, Richard Ow, Eileen Kivlehan, Pam Brennan, Ann Kirk, Ed Sykes, Steve Lewey, Thea Selby, Hanna Leung, George Surmaitis, Eddie Chin, Joan Simmons, Samson Wong, Frances Hsieh, Mabel Soo, Julie Soo, Eliza Chan, Julia Ling, Cheryl Willis, Judith Flynn, Mary Jung, Angela Chan, Peter and Mei Lam, Carlos Serrano-Quan, Virginia Sung, Camilla Schneider, John Maa, Ryszard Koprowski, Lawrence Ling, Renee Golanty-Koel, Stephanie Jee, Ben and Ruby Tom, Zoanne Nordstrom, Rafael Mandelman, Gimmy Park Li and Xing Chu Wang.  Chief Chef: Esther Marks
Chinese Newcomers Service Center: 
President - Hanna Leung
Vice President -- Hubert Gee
Treasurer: Angela Chan
Secretary: George Surmaitis
Board: Otis Byrd, Edward Campos, Peter Chak, Nancy Chen, Eric Cheung, John Costello, Milton Hum, Peter Lam, Sandy Lau, Melvin Lee, John Parente, Samson Wei, Gary Wong, Thomas Yuen
Executive Director: Carlos Serrano-Quan
Donor's Choice $18. *8 is a Chinese lucky number.  $20, $28, $38, $50, $78, $88, $100, $228
Mail check "CNSC" to Jane Morrison  44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco 94117
RSVP: Jane 564-1482


January 29, 2012 - Sunday



Michael Goldstein - Celebration
When: January 29, 2012 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: SEIU 1021 Headquarters, 350 Rhode Island (entrance at 17th and Kansas) San Francisco
What: Special  celebration  of the life of Michael Goldstein co-sponsored by the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club and SF Pride at Work.  Come hear from Michael's friends and colleagues, share stories over food and refreshments, and enjoy the community that Michael contributed so much to.
Information: eileenhansensf8@yahoo.com

January 31, 2012 - Tuesday

Florida Primary
Information2012presdientialelectionnews.com

A Madcap Romp Through San Francisco Political History - Paul Rosenberg
When: January 31, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Church 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: "A Madcap Romp Through San Francisco Political History" - Guest Speaker: Paul Rosenberg
Perfect place to meet and mingle with other San Francisco history lovers, as well as to explore our city's enchanting history in depth.  
$5. non-members 
Informationsanfranciscohistory.org


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