October 1, 2012 - Monday
New San Francisco checkout bag law takes effect October 1, 2012
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: October 1, 2012 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Eric Mar, Malia Cohen, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org
Tourist Rental Conversion Hearing
When: October 1, 2012 - Monday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Legislation being discussed to tighten up enforcement on tourist rental conversations.
San Francisco Youth Commission
When: October 1, 2012 - Monday
5:15 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Mia Shackelford, Nicholas Persky, Paul Monge-Rodriguez, Rachel Brodwin, Vanessa Warri, Sarah Armstrong, Angel Carrion, Brian Chu, Kyron Covington, Ramon Gomez, Alex Guzman-Ramos, Christine Huynh, Kily Marshall-Fricker, Mia Tu Mutch, Vee Taumoepeau, Eric Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org
Rafael Mandelman - Campaign Kick-Off - Big Campaign Party for Rafael!
When: October 1, 2012 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park Cafe, 501 Dolores Street, San Francisco
What: Campaign Kick-Off for Rafael Mandelman for City College.
Donation: rafaelmandelman.nationbuilder.com/donate
Information: rafaelmandelman.com
Nob Hill Neighbors - Neighborhood meeting
When: October 1, 2012 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: St. Francis Hospital, 900 Hyde Street, San Francisco
What: Hear from Supervisor David Chiu
SFPD's Alcohol License Officer and the Planning Department Enforcement Manager, Chief Suhr wants an action plan for nightlife in the district. Captains of Central and Northern Stations will be there to hear your concerns.
Joe Butler, architect and District 3 candidate, will discuss how a community reuses a beautiful church.
Information: nobhillneighbors@gmail.com
HVNA - Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Meeting
When: October 1, 2012 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What: HVNA Public Safety meeting. The discussion will cover the use of code enforcement laws in public safety - increase in thefts and muggings in Hayes Valley. Law enforcement representatives will be on hand to answer any questions and to address neighborhood concerns.
Information: hayesvalleysf.org
October 2, 2012 - Tuesday
Board of Supervisors
When: October 2, 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
Entertainment Commission
When: October 2, 2012 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Glendon Hyde, Steve Lee, Al Perez, Bryant Tan
Information: sfgov2.org
San Francisco Voter Education Forum
When: October 2, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Westbay Conferene Center, 1290 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Voter Education Forum. Come meet the candidates running for Bart, Board of Education, Community College and Board of Supervisors. Local measures presented by League of Women Voters. Ranked Choice Voting presented by Department of Elections.
Sponsors: Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - San Francisco Alumnae Chapter, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - San Francisco Peninsula Chapter, San Francisco NAACP Chapter, San Francisco Black Women Organized for Political Action, Jones Memorial UMC Outreach, Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. - San Francisco Chapter, Third Baptist Church San Francisco, Economic Opportunity Council of San Francisco
Information: dstsfsac1@aol.com
District 5 POOR Peoples Candidate Forum
When: October 2, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: 1300 Buchanan Street, San Francisco
What: POOR Peoples Candidate Forum.
Information: poormagazine.org
October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
Emerge America's Second Annual Celebrating Women Trailblazers Luncheon
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Fairmont Hotel, San Francisco
What: Second Annual Emerge America Celebrating Women Trailblazers Luncheon
Keynote Speaker: Former U.S. Ambassador and Governor Madeleine Kunin
Honorary Chairwomen California Attorney General Kamala Harris
Nevada Attorney General Catherine Cortez Masto
$150.
RSVP act.myngp.com/Forms/-8621578536647393328?midqs=1187
Budget and Finance Committee
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Carmen Chu, John Avalos, Jane Kim
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Historic Preservation Commission
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Charles Edwin Chase, Courtney Damkroger, Karl Hasz, Alan Martinez , Diane Matsuda, Richard Johns, Andrew Wolfram
Information: sf-planning.org
Hasting Democrats, San Francisco Young Democrats, Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - Phone Bank - contacting undecided voters in competitive states to educate the on President Obama's domestic policy points.
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 - Debate Watch Party
Where: Louis B. Mayer Lounge, 198 Building, 198 McAllister Street, San Francisco
What: The Hastings Democrats in conjunction with the San Francisco Young Democrats and the Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club will be co-hosting with the Hastings Women's Law Journal and Law Students for Reproductive Justice a phone bank and debate watch party.
Technology for Obama - Debate Viewing Party
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Temple Nightclub, 540 Howard Street, San Francisco
What: Technology for Obama, Organizing for America are hosting Debate Viewing Party. Food and Drink Specials.
Admission is free, but campaign contributions are welcome.
Organizing for America - Presidential Debate Party
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Headquarters, 2278 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Organizing for America (OFA) is hosting a Presidential Debate.
Candidate Forums 2012 for State Senate District 11 and State Assembly District 19
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Koret Auditorium at the San Francisco Main Public Library, 100 Larkin Street.
What: Candidate Forum for State Senator and State Assembly.
Harmeet Dhillon and Mark Leno - State Senate.
Phil Ting and Michael Breyer for State Assembly.
Moderator: Jennifer Waggoner, President, League of Women Voters of California
Information: 415-989-8683
San Francisco Police Commission
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, L. Julius M. Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org
2012 Presidential Debate
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Where: University of Denver, Colorado
Sponsor: Commission on Presidential Debates
What: Debate between President Barack Obama and Mitt Romney.
Moderator: Jim Lehrer
Topic: Domestic policy.
Information: 2012presidentialelectionnews.com
2012 SFHAC Housing Hero Awards
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The City Club, 155 Sansome Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Housing Action Committee is hosting a party to announce the 2012 Housing Hero Award to recognize a person for their commitment to creating, advocating, and promoting housing solutions for all San Franciscans.
First Lifetime Achievement Award will be given to Ron Miguel.
$35. for SFHAC members, $50. for non-SFHAC members.
Information: sfhac.org
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - President Debate
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Connecticut Yankee, 100 Connecticut Street, San Francisco
What: Presidential Debate Watch. Potrero Hill Democratic Club will spring for some snacks. Endorsed candidates and campaigns will be there too, plus a preview of their endorsement door hanger. Door prizes, too.
Information: phdemclub.org
District 5 - Julian Davis Presidential Debate Party
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Danny Coyle's Bar, 668 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Watch Presidential Debate with Julian Davis - candidate for supervisor in District 5 and his supporters. Happy Hour prices.
Suggested $10. donation to support Julian Davis
Information: juliandavis.org
Presidential Debate Viewing Party
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bissap Baobab Village, 3372-3386 19th Street, San Francisco
Source: Michael Nolan
Hanna Leung - Fundraiser
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Carnelian by the Bay, 1 Ferry Plaza, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Hanna Leung, candidate for City College. Host Committee: Jeff Mori, Sandy Mori, Caryl Ito, Milton Hum, Julie Soo, Steven Lee, Charlie Chan, Hanley Chan
Suggested Contribution $25., $50. $75. $100.
RSVP charlie@HannaCollegeBoard.com
Information: HannaCollegeBoard.com
People Power Party for SF Rising Action Fund and Coleman Action Fund for Children
When: October 3, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 518 Valencia, 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for SF Rising Action Fund and Coleman Action Fund for Children.
Hosts: Giuliana Milanse and NTanya Lee
Celebration of multi-racial unity, progressive people power and grassroots leaders who are "In it to Win It"!. All donations will go to support the grassroots, community-driven, 501C4 political program at SF Rising and Coleman Action Funds.
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October 4, 2012 - Thursday
Public Safety
When: October 4, 2012 - Thursday
10:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: John Avalos, Christina Olague, Eric Mar
Information: sfbos.org
Planning Commission
When: October 4, 2012 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael j. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfplanning.org
Davis Campos - The Mission for David Campos
When: October 4, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 780 Cafe, 780 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: The Mission for Supervisor David Campos. Reception/fundraiser co-hosted by Erick Arguello, Mauricio Aviles, Miguel Bustos, Jose Luiz Ramos and Rita Alviar. Appetizers, entertainment and No Host Bar
Kamala Harris - Annual Fall Fundraiser
When: October 4, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Tosca Cafe, 242 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Attorney General Kamala D. Harris. Cocktails and conversation.
Suggested Contribution: $100, $250. $500.
Information: Erin Mincberg erin@kamalaharris.org tinyurl.com/tosca2012
Fundraiser - Rafael Mandelman for City College Board
When: October 4, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Pilsner Inn, 225 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Join Matt Dorsey, Charles Sheehan and others for a fundraiser for Rafael Mandelman, candidate for City College Board.
$25., $50., $100., $250., $500.
October 5, 2012 - Friday
Hardly Strictly Bluegrass
When: October 5, 2012 - Friday
October 6, 2012 - Saturday
October 7, 2012 - Sunday
Where: Hellman Hollow, Lindley and Marx Meadows, Golden Gate Park.
Information: stricklybluegrass.com - complete information
Litquake
When: October 5th through October 13, 2012
Information: litquake.org - schedule and information info@litquake.org
October 6, 2012 - Saturday
San Francisco Labor Council - Walk for Eric Mar
When: October 6, 2012 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: 5812 Geary Blvd @ 22nd Avenue, San Francisco
What: Walk for San Francisco Labor Council Candidate for Supervisor Eric Mar in District One, No on 32, Yes on 30 and Yes on A.
Information: sflaborcouncil.org
San Francisco Fleet Week - Parade of Ships
When: October 6, 2012 - Saturday
11:00 a.m.
Where: Along the northern San Francisco waterfront.
What: Parade of Ships.
Information: fleetweek.us
October 7, 2012 - Sunday
Castro Street Fair
When: October 7, 2012 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Castro and Market Street, San Francisco
Information: castrostreetfair.org
Youth for Mar!
When: October 7, 2012 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 5812 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: Youth! Come out and help Supervisor Eric Mar for his Re-Election.
Information: relectmar.com
144th Annual Italian Heritage Parade
When: October 7, 2012 - Sunday
12:30 p.m.
Where: Foot of Jefferson and Stockton Street in Fisherman's Wharf, proceeds south through North Beach on Columbus Avenue and ends in Washington Square in front of Sts. Peter and Paul Church
Information: president@sfcolumbusday..org
October 8, 2012 - Monday
Re-Elect David Campos Fundraiser
When: October 8, 2012 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco's Democratic Headquarters, 2278 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Happy Hour Fundraiser for Supervisor David Campos - District 9.
Recommended donation levels: 425., $50., $100. $250., $500.
Information/Donate: davidcampossf.nationbuilder.com/supervisor
DTNA General Meeting
When: October 8, 2012 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Gazebo Room, Plaza level at Davies Hospital, 45 Castro Street, San Francisco
Information: dtna.org
October 9, 2012 - Tuesday
Early voting begins - Department of Elections office on the ground floor of City Hall, San Francisco Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Information: sfelections.org
SPUR - Geary Boulevard
When: October 9, 2012 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Chester Fung from the San Francisco County Transportation Authority and other experts will discuss plans for bus rapid transit.
Information: spur.org
Latino Heritage Month
When: October 9, 2012 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
What: Mayor Ed Lee together with Supervisors John Avalos, David Campos, Christina Olague, Treasurer Jose Cisneros, District Attorney Geroge Gascon, City Attorney Dennis Herrera and the Latino Heritage Month Committee invite you to Latino Heritage Month. Reception to follow in the South Light Court.
RSVP: Luis Figueroa - Luis.Figueroa@sfgov.org by October 8, 2012
Public Safety Forum
When: October 9, 2012 -- Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Alexander Residence Community Room 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Community Public Safety Forum co-sponsored by Alliance for a Better District 6, North Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition of San Francisco, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation
Guest Speakers to discuss the community concerns in their police district:
Central Police Station: Police Captain Garrett Tom
Mission Police Station - Police Captain Robert Moser
Northern Police Station - Pollice Captain Ann Mannix
Southern Police Station - Action Police Captain Steve Balma
Tenderloin Police Station - Police Captain Joe Garrity
Information: 415-820-1560
Source: facebook.com/events/318516238246440
October 10, 2012 - Wednesday
Gladys Soto for School Board Fundraiser
When: October 10, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: 35 Madrone Avenue, San Francisco
Host Committee: Senator Mark Leno, Senator Leland Yee, Supervisor Malia Cohen, Jorge Bell, Carlota del Portillo, Amy Hittner, Dr. Veronica Hunnicutt, Alina Laguna, Commissioner Sonia Melara, Commissioner Emily Murse, Commissioner Linda Richardson, Fred Rodriguez, Nicky Trasvina
Donor's Choice: $50.-$500.
Donate on Line gladyssoto2012.org/donate
RSVP by October 7th - communique@sbcglobal.net
October 11, 2012 - Thursday
Celebrate and Honor Speaker Pro Tem Fiona Ma
When: October 11, 2012 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: One Ferry Plaza Restaurant, 1 Ferry Plaza, San Francisco
What: Celebrating 10 Years - Come, celebrate and Honor Speaker Pro Tem Fiona Ma on 10 Years of Public Service! Fundraiser for Fiona Ma for State Board of Equalization 2014.
Special Guests: John Burton, Speaker John A. Perez, Willie L. Brown, Jr.
Co-Host Committee: Phil Ting, Malia Cohen, Carmen Chu, Rob Bonta, Evan Low, Bevan Dufty, Mary Jung, Hene Kelly John Maa, Jen Ong, Janan New, Jason Wong, Jeff Woo, Sharmin Bock, Alexis Wong, Genevieve Jopanda, David Heller, Alice Bulos, Michael Sweet, Jay Bharwad, Pius Lee, Jason Chan, Julie Soo, David Lee, Linda Crayton, Iris Lei, Coleen Dowling, Darlene Mar, Sadie Ferguson, Darlene Chiu, Francis Tsang, Laurie Beijen, Deb Mesloh, Sami/Sia Tahbazof, Heddie Chu, Sam Huang, Xiao Ping Wang, Danies Wang, Sofia Keck, Florence Kong, Ted Fang, Shon Buford, Sonia Melara, Alice Bulos, Chong Park, Rudy Asercion, Ashwani Bhakhri, Johnson You, Hange Le To, Bill Barnes, Jonathan Lyens, Stuart Fong, Helynna Brooke, Linda Post, Jim Wachob, FX Crowley, Alona Clifton, Todd Clayter, Jerry Lee
Contribution Level: Donor's Choice
Information Purchase Tickets: FionaMa.com/10years
Checks should be made payable to:" Fiona Ma for State Board of Equalization 2014"
RSVP clem@fionama.com
2012 Vice - President Debate
When: October 11, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Where: Centre College, Danville Kentucky
What: Debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan. Topic: Foreign and domestic policy.
Moderator: Martha Raddatz
Information: 2012presidentialelectionnews.com
NARAL Pro-Choice California's Performers for Choice
When: October 11, 2012 - Thursday
Doors open at 6:00 p.m.
Performers for Choice. Event of cabaret and dance to protect pro-choice values. Actress Emily Bergl and Diablo Ballet will open the entertainment program.
Jennifer Siebel Newsom - 2012 Champion of Choice.
Tickets: $100. Individual Tickets, $50. Non-Profit Rate, $35. under 25 Ticket
ProChoiceAmerica.org/PFC
Information: Catherine Jane Moore CMoore@ProChoiceAmerica.org
San Francisco Coalition for Responsible Growth Third Annual Dinner
When: October 11, 2012 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - No host cocktails with appetizers
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. - Dinner and guest speaker
What: San Francisco Coalition for Responsible Growth Third Annual Dinner with Special Guest San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee.
Price: $200.
Information: sfcrg.org
October 12, 2012 - Friday
Alexandria Theater Community Meeting
When: October 12, 2012 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond District YMCA, 360 18th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Community Meeting sponsored by Supervisor Eric Mar to hear about the status of the plan from the planners about Alexandria Theater.
Information: Eric.L.Mar@sfgov.org
October 13, 2012 - Saturday
2nd Annual Noriega Street Fair
When: October 13, 2012 Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Noriega Street between 45th Avenue and 46th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Outer Noriega Merchants in conjunction with Outsidelands.org are throwing 2nd Annual Noriega Street Fair featuring live music, food, drink, kids activities.
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