Monday, January 30, 2012

Michael Goldstein - A Celebration



 Beautiful painting of Michael done by friend and political comrade - Debra Walker

 Held at SEIU 1021, 350 Rhode Island, San Francisco

 My favorite picture of Michael which I took at rent control rally.  Note the DWD6 button.

 Full house - friends and supporters.

 Assemblyman Tom Ammiano - tears and a standing ovation for Tom.

 Michael's favorite foods 

 State Senator Mark Leno

On Sunday, January 29th a celebration of Michael Goldstein's Life was held at SEIU 1021.  A roomful of friends celebrated and said goodbye.  A very sad moment and a poignant moment knowing  that we will always remember Michael, but that we must move forward, together, once again.

Speakers included Eileen Hansen, Debra Walker, Tom Ammiano, Gabriel Haaland, Carole Migden, MIke Casey,  David Campos and  Mark Leno.

January 30, 2012 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: January 30, 2012 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

College Democrats at SFSU Kick-Off Meeting
When: January 30, 2012 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Rosa Parks F. Cesar Chavez Student Center, San Francisco State, San Francisco
What: Come join  the College Democrats at SFSU for their first meet of the new semester.  Pizza, politics and fun!

San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) - Installing meters in Northeast Mission
When: January 30, 2012 - Monday
6:30 p.m. 
Where: Z Space, 450 Florida Street, San Francisco
What: SFMTA holding a community meeting to discuss a proposal to install hundreds of meters throughout the northeast Mission and other eastern neighborhoods.



January 31, 2012 - Tuesday

Florida Primary

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: January 31, 2012 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Christina Olague, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Residential Rent Stabilization and Arbitration Board
When: January 31, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: 25 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 70, Lower Level, San Francisco
What: Discussion regarding regulation 12.20.
Commissioners: Brooks Beard, Dave Crow, Shoba Dandillaya, Deborah Henderson, Jim Hurley, Polly Marshall, Cathy Mosbrucker, Neveo Mosser, Bartholomew Murphy
Information: sfrb.org
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

February 1, 2012 - Wednesday
Plan C - Rally for Condo Conversion Reform
When: February 1, 2012 - Wednesday
8:15 a.m.
Where: Steps of City Hall, San Francisco
What: Rally for Condo Conversation Reform by Plan C with the Small Property Owners of San Francisco.  
Informationplancsf.org
Budget and Finance Committee
When: February 1, 2012 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, John Avalos, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org

Redistricting Task Force - Off-Site Meeting
When: February 1, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Neighborhood Center, 362 Capp Street, San Francisco
What: Off-site meeting of Redistricting Task Force
Task ForceEric McDonnell, Jenny Lam, Mike Alonso, Myong Leigh, Sonia Melara, Marily Mondejar, David Pilpel, Mark Schreiber, Mellissa Tidwell
Informationsfgov2.org


FDR Democratic Meeting
When: February 1, 2012 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Northern Station, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: First meeting of the New Year, membership sign up, discussion of New Direction of the Club.


February 2, 2012 - Thursday


San Francisco Coalition Against Hate Violence - "Even One is Too Many"
When: February 2, 2012 - Thursday
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Federal Building, 9th 7th Street, Room B-020 (attendees are advised to bring a photo ID for entry into the Federal Building). San Francisco.
What: Panel Discussion on the increase of Hate Violence in the Tenderloin.  
Welcome: Carol Russo, Senior Conciliation Specialists US Department of Justice
Panel Discussion:
Nancy Appel, Anti-Defamation League - on Historical Indentifiers of Violent Extremist Groups
Seth Steward  - San Francisco District Attorney's Office - on being a safe and helpful witness of hate crime
Pastor Steve Sabin at Christ Church Lutheran and District 6 Resident - on reasons why people join extremist groups.
Jerry Elster - Organizer, All of Us or None - on working with hate groups inside the prison
Group Discussion and Recommendations  Facilitated by Patrice O'Neal, Not in Our Town Representative
Closing - San Francisco Human Rights Commission
Information: Zoe Polk zoe.polk@sfgov.org

San Francisco Planning Commission
When: February 2, 2012 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Ron Miguel, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rodney Fong, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya, Cindy Wu
Information: sfplanning.org

The State of Black San Francisco 2012
When: February 2, 2012 - Thursday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Sponsored by Osiris Coalition - Policy and legislative discussion regarding:
Regionalism, Local Decision Making and The African American Out-Migration
Crisis Among Men and Boys of Color
Job Quality and Black Workers
Equity Strategies and Community Benefits
Feature Speakers:
Alan Fernandez Smith and Laurie Jones - Neighbors - Urban Habitat
Joe Brooks and Kisasi Brooks - PolicyLink
Steven Pitts - U.C. Berkeley Labor Center
Juliet Ellis - San Francisc Public Utilities Commission
Movie after the discussion "Black Power Mix Tape 1968 to 1975". 

Rules Committee
When: February 2, 2012 - Thursday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Jane Kim, Mark Farrell, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org


Supervisor Scott Wiener - Open House and Reception
When: February 2, 2012 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 274, San Francisco
What: Open House and reception  with Supervisor Scott Wiener highlighting  the works of District 8 artists Augusta Talbot and Rob Cox.  Refreshments and snacks will be served.  Both the artists will be present to speak to their pieces and answer any questions you may have.
Information: scott.wiener@sfgov.org


SF4 Democracy General and PAC Meeting
When: February 2, 2012 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station Community Room, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Agenda:
Early Endorsement for State Senator Mark Leno, Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, Congressional Candidate Norman Solomon.  
Occupy 22.0: goals and strategies beyond encampments - Panel Discussion featuring Occupy SF activists and supporters.  Panelists:
Ben Hansell, Occupy SF
Robin Krop, SF 99% Coalition and Occupy Be the Change Caucus
Kames Cox-Geraghty, Occupy SF
Diana Macassa, Occupy SF Outreach Committee
Craig Rouskey, Occupy SF (invited)
Informationsf4democracy.org

February 3, 2012 - Friday


Black History Month Kickoff
When: February 3, 2012 -- Friday
Noon to 1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
Informationsfaahcsf.org

Harvey Milk Photo Center - Photography of San Francisco Fire Department and Police Department
When: February 3, 2012 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 50 Scott Street (cross Dubuce Street) San Francisco
What:  "Visions Beyond the Badge" Photography by members of the San Francisco Fire Department and Police Department.
Information: harveymilkphotocenter.org

February 4, 2012 - Saturday


Nevada Presidential   Caucus  
2012presidentialelectionnews.com


Maine Presidential Caucus  - February 4 through 11th, 2012 --  
2012presidentialelectionnews.com

Jane Warner Plaque Presentation
When: February 4, 2012 - Saturday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  17th Street and Market, San Francisco
What: Dedication and ceremony  of bronze plaque in honor of the late Jane Warner -  San Francisco Patrol Special Police officer.  Mayor Ed Lee, District Supervisor Scott Wiener and former SupervisorBevan Dufty will be attending.
Information and sourceebar.com

February 5, 2012 - Sunday

Super Bowl
February 6, 2012 - Monday
Lunar New Year 4710 - Year of the Dragon
When: February 6, 2012 - Monday
5:00 p.m.
Where: Rotunda, City Hall, San Francisco
What: Celebration of Lunar New Year 4710 - Year of the Dragon with Mayor Edwin M. Lee, President of the Board David Chiu, Supervisors Carmen Chu, Jane Kim and Eric Mar and Assessor Phil Ting.
RSVP: 415-554-6683

Excelsior Action Group Community Meeting
When: February 6, 2012 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 35 San Juan, San Francisco.
What: Quarterly community meeting.  Supervisor Avalos will be there.  Discussion on public safety, cleaning, business recruitment, beautification and the festival.  
Information: Nicole Agbayani, EAG Corridor Manager - 585-0110
Redistricting Task Force - Off-Site Meeting
When: February 6, 2012 -  Monday 
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Marina Middle School, 3500 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Off-site meeting of Redistricting Task Force
Task ForceEric McDonnell, Jenny Lam, Mike Alonso, Myong Leigh, Sonia Melara, Marily Mondejar, David Pilpel, Mark Schreiber, Mellissa Tidwell
Informationsfgov2.org



February 7, 2012 - Tuesday


Colorado Caucus -
 2012presidentialelectionnews.com

Minnesota Caucus -
2012presidentialelectionnews.com

Missouri Primary
2012presidentialelectionnews.com

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Redistricting 
When: February 7, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood house, 953 De Haro, San Francisco
What:  Meet the Chair Eric McDonnell and Vice-Chair Jenny Lam of the Redistricting Task Force, hear about proposed changes in the boundaries of District 10 and other Districts.    Joint meeting withHarvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club.  Also, election of PHDC officers for 2012.
Informationphdemclub.org

Harvey Milk LGBT Club - PAC Meeting
When: February 7, 2012 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SF LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: PAC Meeting
Source: milkclub.org

 February 9, 2012 - Thursday

Emerge America
When: February 9, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Palio d'Asti, 640 Sacramento Street, San Francisco
What:  It's a New Year!  Help thank outgoing board officer and welcome Gretchen Schoenstein as Emerge America's new Board Chair.
A New Year comes a new promise of electing more women the year before.
Single ticket $20.12
Information: Alilsha Woodward alisha@emergeamerica.org

David Campos for Supervisor Fundraiser
When: February 9, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Blue Macaw, 2565 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: First fundraiser for Supervisor David Campos' re-election campaign!
Host Committee: Assemblyman Tom Ammiano, Esther Marks, Erick Arguello, Buck Bagot, Miguel Bustos, Sheila Chung Hagen, Petra De Jesus, Rachel Ebora, Rafael Mandelman, Victor Marquez, Kim-Shree Maufas, Lorena Melgarejo, Guiliana "Huli" Milanese, Ana Perez, Hilary Ronen, Debra Walker, Steve William
Cash bar, appetizers provided. Donation: $25., $50., $100., $250., $500.

Chinese for Affirmative Action - Mayor Ed Lee
When: February 9, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. - Membership Meeting.  Members will vote on the new board at 6:15 p.m.
6:30 p.m. Conversation with the Mayor
Where: Gordon J. Lau Elementary School Auditorium, 950 Clay Street, San Francisco
What: A CAA Conversation with Mayor Ed Lee. Annual Membership Meeting.
Free for CAA Members. $20. suggested donation for non-members.
Light refreshments.
Information: caasf.org

February 10, 2012 - Friday through February 12, 2012


California Democratic Party Convention
When: February 10, 2012 - Friday through February 12, 2012 - Sunday
Where: San Diego Convention Center, San Diego
What: Kicking off the 2012 election cycle that will see us take back the House, protect our U.S. Senate seat and return President Obama to the White House.
Information: cademconvention.org

California Young Democrats Convention
When: February 10, 2012 - Friday  to February 12, 2012 - Sunday
Where: San Diego Convention Center, San Diego
What: California Young Democrats Convention.  
Information: youngdems.org/convention-2012

February 11, 2012 - Saturday


2012 Chinatown Community Street Fair
When: February 11, 2012 - Saturday 
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
When: February 12, 2012 - Sunday
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Portsmouth Square, San Francisco
What: Chinese New Year Community Street Fair.  Dance, music and Chinese arts.
Source: sf.funcheap.com

Democratic Women's Forum - A Valentine Salute to Our New Members
When: February 11, 2012 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: A Valentine Salute to Our New Members:
Roses are red
Violets are Blue
We hope You'll attend
This party's for you
Light Libations.  Sweets for the Sweet
New Members - Our Special Guests
New Members: Sharmin Bock, Arlene Boro, Teresa, Cox,  Bevan Dufty, Claire Dunn, Richar and Shirley Hansen, Vivian Imperiale, Jo Jackson, Margel Kaufman, Karen Kircher, Mary Ling Lee, Judith Robinson, Gabriella Shultz, Ken Tray, Emily Murase, Debra Walker, Louise Swig, Rose Casserly, Carol Tatum, Justin Morgan, Kirin Lai, Mary Casselry Keil, Marilyn Morley, Gladys Soto 
All others - $10.
RSVP by February 8, 2012 
New members - 415-673-1908
all others: SYBSUE@aol.com
Democratic Women's Forum Committe:
Joan Simmons - President
Suzanne Bushnell, Event Chair
Maeilyn Morley, Hospitality Chair
Cheryl Willis, Recording Secretary
Pansy Waller, Treasurer
Information: DWForum.org

2012 Chinese New Year Parade - San Francisco
When: February 11, 2012 - Saturday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Market and Second Street to Kearny and Jackson, San Francisco
What: Chinese New Year Parade.  
Information:  sanfranciscochinatown.com
Source: sf.funcheap.com

February 13, 2012 - Monday


Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Supervisor Christina Olague
When: February 13, 2012 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Special membership meeting featuring newly appointed Supervisor Christina Olague.
Information:  alicebtoklas.org

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