Monday, November 4, 2013

November political events


                                               
                                                         
Vote November 5th - Tuesday!
           Additional items  to calendar as of November 5th - 

           November 5th - Election parties - 

           November 7th "Is the Accrediting Process for California's Community Colleges Fair and Accountable?" - 
       
           November 13th - San Francisco Young Democrats - Final meeting of the year -  


November 4, 2013 - Monday

Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: November 4, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information:   sfbos.org

Youth Commission
When: November 4, 2013 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Nicholas Persky, Michelle Kong, Joshua Cardenas, DeAsia Landrum, Angel Van Stark, Jina Bae, Anna Bernick, Sophie Edelhart, Monica Flores, Ramon Gomez, Michel Li, Lily Marshall-Fricker, Luisa Sicairos, Eric Wu, Joyce Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org


November 5, 2013 - Tuesday

No on B and C - The Vote on Election Day!
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
6:45 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 15 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join the No on B and C Get Out The Vote team. 
Call office for information - 415-894-7008
  

Election Day!!!  - 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

SFMTA Board of Directors Meeting
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Christine Rubke
Information: sfmta.com

Board of Supervisors
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, London Breed, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information:  sfbos.org

Our Children, Our City - Western Addition/Civic Center/Fillmore  Community Meeting
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  African American Art & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco 
What: Our Children, Our City Community Meeting.  What will it take for all of our children, youth and families to thrive in our city?  Are there smarter, more effective ways parents, educators, the City, and the broader community can work together to help our kids succeed?
Mayor Ed Lee, San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Richard Carranza, and senior leaders from the City and SFUSD invite you to share your opinions and ideas.  
The Children's Fund and Public Education Enrichment Fund, which provide more than $100 million every year for our city's young people, will soon expire.  The community is invited to help shape the future of these investments in San Francisco's children and youth.
Information: ourchildren-ourcity.wikispaces.com
Entertainment Commission

When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Bryant Tan, Glendon Hyde, Al Perez, Audrey Joseph, Barbara Campagnoli, Naomi Akers, Steven Lee
Information: sfgov2.org

Jose Cisneros for Treasurer Election Night Party
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Beaux, 2344 Market Street, San Francisco
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - ( note different location)
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Dogpatch Saloon, 2496 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting.  Normal meeting location was not available as  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House is being used as a polling place.
CCSF Trustee Rafael Mandelman will present his recently proposed Resolution in Support of City College.
Supervisor Malia Cohen will also be there to speak informally and answer questions.
Shane Mayer - Co-chair, Bayview Improving Their Environment, Gwendolyn Westbrook, CEO, United Council of Human Resources - - with their differing takes on the proposed renovation/expansion of a homeless drop-in shelter on Jennings StreetLight refreshments, no-host bar.
Informationphdemclub.org

Carmen Chu for Assessor and Katy Tang for District 4 Supervisor - Joint Election Night Party
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  Riptide, 3639 Taraval Street, San Francisco


Yes on A Party
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
8:00 p.m.
Where: Brickyard, 1780 Union Street, San Francisco

Yes on Prop D Election Night Party
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Where: 03 Restaurant, 524 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Speaking program at 8:45 p.m. (tentatively)

No on B & C Election Night! - Election Returns
When: November 5, 2013 - Tuesday
8:01 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: 443 Broadway, San Francisco (between Montgomery and Kearny in North Beach)
What: Election Returns Watching and Volunteer Appreciation Party. First election results expected to be announced at 9:00 p.m.
Information: nowallonthewaterfront.com

November 6, 2013 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org

SPUR - Post-Election Recap
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Post-Election Recap with Alex Clemens - Barbary Coast Consulting and David Latterman,  University  of San Francisco.  What will the results mean for the City and the next set of  election cycles to come?
$10. non-members
Information: spur.org

Historic Preservation Commission
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Karl Hasz, Andrew Wolfram, Aaron Hyland, Ellen Johnck, Richard S. E. Johns, Diane Matsuda, Jonathan Pearlman
Information: sf-planning.org

Marcus Books Event with Historic Preservation Commission
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Support designation for  Marcus  Books as a musical and literary landmark

Sunshine Ordinance Task Force
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Task Force: Richard Knee, Kitt Grant, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, David Sims,
Todd David, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Bruce Oka, Ex-officio - Angela Calvillo
Information: sfbos.org

Our Children, Our City - Richmond/Sunset Community Meeting 
When: November 6, 2013 -  Wednesday 
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: California Academy of Sciences, 55 Music Concourse Drive, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco 
What: Our Children, Our City Community Meeting.  What will it take for all of our children, youth and families to thrive in our city?  Are there smarter, more effective ways parents, educators, the City, and the broader community can work together to help our kids succeed?
Mayor Ed Lee, San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Richard Carranza, and senior leaders from the City and SFUSD invite you to share your opinions and ideas.  
The Children's Fund and Public Education Enrichment Fund, which provide more than $100 million every year for our city's young people, will soon expire.  The community is invited to help shape the future of these investments in San Francisco's children and youth.
Informationourchildren-ourcity.wikispaces.com

San Francisco Community Land Trust - Happy Hour - Annual Membership Drive
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Virgil's Sea Room, 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Community Land Trust (SFCLT) are hosting their annual Membership Drive Happy Hour.  $24. a year.
Information: sfcit.org

FDR Democratic Club - General Membership Meeting - Disability Rights Advocates
When: November 6, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: FDR Democratic Club General Membership meeting.  Christine Chuang and Michael Nunez, two attorneys with Disability Rights Advocates will be discussing their recent landmark victory in a lawsuit  against Alameda County for denying blind voters the ability to cast ballots independently.  The Club will also discuss next steps for continuing the fight for universal voting access for people with disabilities. 
Information: fdrdemclub.com


November 7, 2013 - Thursday

Twitter Day of ACTIONS 
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 a.m t - Rally coinciding with Twitter IPO sell in the NY Stock Exchange at Twitter Headquarters, 1355 Market Street, San Francisco
12:00 Noon - Big Rally with community speakers at Twitter Headquarters, 1355 Market Street, San Francisco
5:45 p.m. - Speak Out at the Central Market Citizens Advisory Committee Meeting.  Demand real community benefits, City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Sponsored: Senior and Disability Action, South of Market Community Action Network (SOMCAN), Jobs With Justice, Bill Sorro Housing Program, POOR Magazine/Prensa POBRE, Gray Panthers, Manilatown Heritage Foundation, SEIU-United Service Workers West, Housing Rights Committee SF
Source: facebook events

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sf-planning.org

Is the Accrediting Process for California's Community College Fair and Accountable?
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: City College of San Francisco, Diego Rivera Theatre, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Congresswoman Jackie Speier and Congresswoman Anna Eshoo and State Senator Jim Beall for a forum in San Francisco to discuss the accreditation process for California's community colleges.  Top representatives from California's community colleges and community experts will discuss the effect that the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges has had on our schools, facility and students and ways to improve the process.
Information/RSVP: Richard.Steffen@mail.house.gov or speier.house.gov

Safe At Work - Human Rights Commission
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Public Library, Latino/Hispanic Room, Main Branch, San Francisco
What: Safe at Work.  Human Rights Commission.  Reducing Workplace Harassment and Violence Against Low-Income and Immigrant Women presented by the Equity Advisory Committee
Introductions by:
Supervisor Jane Kim
San Francisco Human Rights Commission Vice Chair Susan B. Christian, and San Francisco Department on the Status of Women Commissioner Alicia Garnez
Panelists include:
William R. Tamayo, Regional Attorney, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Josue Arguelles - Co-Director, Young Workers United
Dr. Susan Winkel, Professor and Clinical Psychologist, The Wright Institute
Facilitated by Professor Maria Ontiveros, USF School of Law
Co-Sponsors: Asian Law Caucus, Equal Rights Advocates, Golden Gate University Women's Employment Rights Clinic, Legal Aid Society - Employment Law Center, Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services, Progressive Workers Alliance, Restaurant Opportunities Center United, San Francisco Department on the Status of Women, San Francisco Women Against Rape, University of San Francisco School of Law


Demystifying Housing Supply/Demand Theory for San Francisco
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Can We Really Build Our Way to Affordability?
Demystifying Housing Supply/Demand Theory for San Francisco
A Community Forum presented by Urban Institute for Development and Economic Alternatives 
Co-Sponsored by San Francisco Information Clearinghouse, San Francisco Progressive Media Center, San Francisco Magazine
Panelists:
Doug Engmann
Calvin Welch
Michael Yarne
Tim Colen
Farhad Manjoo
Fernando Marti (moderator)
Source: facebook

Potrero Streetscape Improvements Community Open House
When: November 7, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco General Hospital cafeteria, 1001 Potrero Avenue (near 23rd Street), Second Floor, San Francisco
What: Potrero Streetscape improvements community open house.  Open house to learn more about the proposed designs for Potrero Avenue between 17th and 25th Street, San Francisco.
Information: sfdpw.org/otrero

November 8, 2013 - Friday

Our Mission Candle Light Vigil against Displacement
When: November 8, 2013 - Friday
6:00 p.m.
Where: PODER, 474 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Show presence in our neighborhood and remember those souls who have left us due to the struggle on the streets, the stresses from evictions and the fighting the good fight.
Start at PODER (16th Street and Valencia) - walk down Valencia, turn on 24th Street and arrive at 24th Street and Bryant.  


November 9, 2013 - Saturday

Get the Facts: A Community Healthcare Forum featuring Covered CA sponsored by Assemblymember Phil Ting and Assemblymember Tom Ammiano
When: November 9, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: True Hope SF, 950 Gilman Avenue, San Francisco
Information: asmdc.org/members/a19/district/upcoming-events

Our Children, Our City -  Bayview/Hunters Point/Excelsior
When: November 9, 2013 - Saturday 
11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where:  Bayview Hunters Point YMCA, 1601 Lane Street, San Francisco
What: Our Children, Our City Community Meeting.  What will it take for all of our children, youth and families to thrive in our city?  Are there smarter, more effective ways parents, educators, the City, and the broader community can work together to help our kids succeed?
Mayor Ed Lee, San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Richard Carranza, and senior leaders from the City and SFUSD invite you to share your opinions and ideas.  
The Children's Fund and Public Education Enrichment Fund, which provide more than $100 million every year for our city's young people, will soon expire.  The community is invited to help shape the future of these investments in San Francisco's children and youth.
Informationourchildren-ourcity.wikispaces.com

San Francisco NAACP Annual Freedom Fund Gala - Bayard Rustin Coalition
When: November 9, 2013 - Saturday
6:00 p.m. reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner
Where: Hilton Hotel Union Square, 333 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Help fund a Table for Bayard Rustin Coalition for the NAACP Gala.
Theme"We Shall Not Be Moved until Justice Rolls down like a Mighty Stream!".
Tavis Smiley is the featured speaker. $150. 
Informationeventbrite.com/event/3820962602

November 10, 2013 - Sunday

94th Annual Veterans Day Parade 2013
When: November 10, 2013 - Sunday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Begins on Market and Second Street and proceed northwest on Market Street toward San Francisco City Hall.

November 12, 2013 - Tuesday

November Community Meeting
When: November 12, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 230 Eddy Street, Alexander Residence, Multi-Purpose room, San Francisco
What: Community meeting to discuss neighborhood concerns, legislative and safety updates:
Items to discuss include:
BEVMO! Expansion
242 O'Farrell Street, new restaurant and alcohol
65 Taylor Street, Type 75 Brew Pub Liquor License
550 Geary Street, Place of Entertainment Permit
Public Safety and Legislative Updates
Meeting Co-Sponsored by:
 Alliance for a Better District 6
Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco
Tip Top Market
Light refreshments and door prizes.
Information: 415-820-1560

Our Children, Our City -   Chinatown/North Beach 
When: November 12, 2013 - Tuesday 
 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
Where:   Gordon J. Lau Elementary School, 950 Clay Street,  San Francisco
What: Our Children, Our City Community Meeting.  What will it take for all of our children, youth and families to thrive in our city?  Are there smarter, more effective ways parents, educators, the City, and the broader community can work together to help our kids succeed?
Mayor Ed Lee, San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Richard Carranza, and senior leaders from the City and SFUSD invite you to share your opinions and ideas.  
The Children's Fund and Public Education Enrichment Fund, which provide more than $100 million every year for our city's young people, will soon expire.  The community is invited to help shape the future of these investments in San Francisco's children and youth.
Informationourchildren-ourcity.wikispaces.com

San Francisco Pedestrian Safety Advisory Committee
When: November 12, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Committee:  Howard Bloomberg, Pi Ra, Becky Hogue, John Alex Lowell, Howard Strassner, Robin Brasso, Sonja Kos, Zackary Marks, Kevin Clark, Christina Tang, Christopher Coghlan, Ramond Gary McCoy, Devin Silvernail, Thomas Rogers, Jon Winston,  Darcie Lim, Jannette Mena

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: November 12, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
Information:  milkclub.org

November 13, 2013 - Wednesday

San Francisco Young Democrats -  Final Meeting of the year
When:  November 13, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, Audre Lorde Room, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Young Democrats finaly meeting of the year.  2013 Legislative Year in Review.  Hearing from a number of elected officials and asking them to highlight their most significant legislation from the past year, as well as asking them to touch on pressing local issues related to Muni, the cost of living, economic Vitality and jobs.
Speakers include:
Assemblyman Phil Ting
Supervisor John Avalos
Supervisor Malia Cohen
Supervisor Eric Mar 
and more!

Noe Courts Park - Final Community Meeting
When: November 13, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Church Parish Hall, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Recreation and Park Department invites you to the fourth and final community meeting to discuss future capital improvements for Noe Courts Park.  
Information: sfrecpark.org

Diamond St. Neighbors Meeting - SFMTA - 35 Eureka Bus 
When:  November 13, 2013 - Wednesday 
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Glen Park Library meeting room, San Francisco
What: Diamond Street Neighbors Meeting -  SFMTA will be having a public outreach meeting with the neighbors of Diamond Street.  SFMTA will be presenting Muni's TEP Project (Transit Effectiveness Project) with an emphasis on covering the proposed changes to the 35 Eureka bus line. 

November 14, 2013 - Thursday

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Alice Fall Awards
When: November 14, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Chambers Eat + Drink, 601 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Alice Fall Awards.
Honoring Those Who Build and Serve Our Community.  
Ceremony:
Leadership Award - Reese Aaron Isbell
Community Public Service Awards: Openhouse Housing, Service and Community for LGBT Community
Elected Officials of the Year - Assessor-Recorder: Carmen Chu
Robert Barnes Lifetime Achievement Award: Ken Cleveland
Volunteers of the Year: Micah Hilt and Thomas Li
(I believe this event is free)
Information: alicebtoklas.org/2013/10/1114-alice-fall-awards

TURN - 40 Years of Consumer Advocacy
When: November 14, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Hotel Whitcomb, 1231 Market Street, San Francisco
What: TURN 40 Anniversary Celebration.  Largest and most successful utility consumer advocacy organization in the State.
Host Committee: Carl Wood, Gwen Moore, John Geesman, Margarita Rocha, Ingrid Merriwether, Jeff Shields, Chuck Mack, Richard Siegel, Melanie Shelby, Nancy Miller, Constance Slider Pierre, Bill Julian 
Information and tickets: turn.org/40years

Our Children, Our City -    Mission/Potrero/SOMA
When: November  14 , 2013 -  Thursday 
 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 
Where:     Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco 
What: Our Children, Our City Community Meeting.  What will it take for all of our children, youth and families to thrive in our city?  Are there smarter, more effective ways parents, educators, the City, and the broader community can work together to help our kids succeed?
Mayor Ed Lee, San Francisco Unified School District Superintendent Richard Carranza, and senior leaders from the City and SFUSD invite you to share your opinions and ideas.  
The Children's Fund and Public Education Enrichment Fund, which provide more than $100 million every year for our city's young people, will soon expire.  The community is invited to help shape the future of these investments in San Francisco's children and youth.
Informationourchildren-ourcity.wikispaces.com



Next calendar will be  Monday, November 11th    deadline 10:00 a.m.

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