San Francisco Political Events - - Debate time change

Breaking: CNN has moved the time of the Democratic Debate on October 13, 2015 from 9:00 p.m. ET to 8:30 p.m. ET. 

Bernie event moved their time up to 5:00 p.m. - not sure how that changes other debate events?. 

October 12, 2015 - Monday -  

South Beach/Rincon Mission Bay Neighborhood Association - A School in Mission Bay?
When:  October 12, 2015 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  South Beach Harbor Services Building Pier 40 Community Room (between Pier 40 and the Ballpark), San Francisco
What:  A School in Mission Bay? San Francisco School Board Commissioners Rachel Norton and Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell will discuss School Board  thinking about-and advocacy opportunities for-a new school in Mission Bay.
Better Bart - BART Director Zachary Mallett will introduce Better Bart, an initiative to modernize the 43-year-old BART System and increase its capacity to carry riders. 
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Information:  sbrmbna.com

League of Women Voters -  Candidate Forum - Sheriff
When:  October 12, 2015 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Golden Gate University, Room 2100, 536 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Sheriff Candidate Forum.
Hosted in partnership with Junior League and the American Constitution Society at Golden Gate University
Information: lwvsf.org


Potrero Hill Town Hall Meeting  - Yes on I
When:  October 12, 2015 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Neighborhood House, 853 De Haro, San Francisco
What:  Potrero Hill neighbors will share their stories of displacement, what we can do about it and how Prop. I can be a next step to addressing the crisis.  Co-sponsors include the Potrero Hill Democratic Club and Potrero Boosters.
Information: savethemission2015@gmail.com 

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association - General Meeting
When:  October 12, 2015 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  California Pacific Medical Center, Davies Campus, Gazebo Room, Plaza Level, Between North and South Towers, San Francisco 
What:  Will feature a forum on Prop. F, the AirBnB initiative.
Information:   dtna.org

October 13, 2015 - Tuesday

SPUR - The 2015 Housing Bond:  Public Housing
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Come learn about HOPE SF and Housing bond up for vote in November.
Co-presented by SFHAC and SF AIA:
Ramie Dare - Mercy Housing
Dan Adams - BRIDGE Housing Corporation
Malia Cohen - Board of Supervisors
Lisa Motoyama - Mayor's Office of Housing and Community Development
$10. non-members
Information:  spur.org

Port Commission
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
3:15  p.m. Open Session
Where:  Port Commission, Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Leslie Katz, Willie Adams, Kimberly Brandon, Doreen Woo Ho
Information:  sfport.com

Democratic Debate Watch Party for Bernie @ The Roxie Theater
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
(time change) 5:00 p.m... to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Roxie Theatre, 2117 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Join fellow Bernie fans at the historic Roxie Theater for a live debate watch party.  All proceeds (minus theater rental) will be donated to Bernie's campaign.  
Tickets at door for !2. or $10. in advance eventbrite.com/e/sf-debate-watch-party-for-bernie-the-roxy-theater-tickets-18727336969
Source:  Facebook events

2015 Latino Heritage Month Celebration and Awards Ceremony:  Celebrating San Francisco's Latino Heritage
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to  7:00 p.m. - Rotunda
7:00 p.m. - Reception in North Light Court
Where:  North Light Court and Rotunda, City Hall, San Francisco
What:  Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisor John Avalos, Supervisor David Campos, Jose Cisneros, SF City Treasurer, George Gascon, District Attorney, Dennis Herrera, City Attorney, Nancy Alfaro, Director of 311 Customer Service Center, Richard Carranza, SFUSD Superintendent
Barbara Garcia, Director of Department of Public Health, Luis Herrera, San Francisco City Librarian, Karen Roye, Director of Child Support Services invite you to 2015 Latino Heritage Month Celebration and Awards Ceremony:
Dolores Huerta Lifetime Achievement Award - Rosario Anaya
Latino Heritage Education Award - Nancy Obregon
Latino Heritage Business Award  - Tommy's Mexican Restaurant
Latino Heritage Community Award - Felix Salvador Kury
Latino Heritage Arts Award  Karla Castillo and Jose Carrasco
Latino Heritage Media Award - Chelis Lopez
Latino Heritage Health and Medicine Award - Roban San Miguel
Source:  email from Mayor's Office of Neighborhood Services

DNC National Debate
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
5:30  p.m. -  - P.T.  
What:  CNN - Moderator - Anderson Cooper

Harvey Milk Club Presidential Debate Watch Party
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Virgil's Sea Room, 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Watch the televised debate and get updates on how to get involved in local campaigns and GOTV events.
Source:  Facebook events
Information:  info@milkclub.org

SFYD's Democratic Presidential Debate Watch Party
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  The Brick Yard, 1787 Union Street, San Francisco
What:  Join SFYD as they watch the first Democratic Presidential Debate.  
Information:  sfyd.org

San Francisco Unified School District Meeting
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
Board of Education:  Emily Murase, Matt Haney, Sandra Lee Fewer, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Rachel Norton, Shamann Walton, Jill Wynns
Information:  sfusd.edu

District 6 Stakeholder Meeting
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Alexander  Residence, 230 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What:  District 6 Stakeholder meeting.
Agenda:
Better BART
1066 Market Street Housing Development
5M Project
Safety Updates
Community Updates
Co-Sponsors:  Alliance for a Better District 6, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition of SF, Tip Top Market
Information: abd6.org
Source:  Facebook events

Noe Valley Town Square Community Meeting
When:  October 13, 2015 - Tuesday
7:30 p.m.
Where:  St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What:  Rec and Park Dept. will host a community meeting to discuss the project design with the community, gather feedback and answer questions.  Work is scheduled to begin this coming January and last approximately 10 months.
Information:  noevalleytownsquare.com
Source:  Scott Wiener's newsletter

October 14, 2015 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When:  October 14, 2015 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Mark Farrell, Katy Tang, Eric Mar
Information:  sfbos.org


Police Commission
When:  October 14 2015 -  Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City  Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Suzy Loftus, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Victor Hwang, Thomas Mazzucco, Sonia Melara
Information:  sanfranciscopolice.org


APAPA San Francisco Chapter - 2015 San Francisco Mayoral Debate
When:  October 14, 2015 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Chinese Historical Society of America, 965 Clay Street, San Francisco
What:  2015 San Francisco Mayoral Debate.
Featuring:
Mayor Ed Lee
Francisco Herrera
Martin Reed
Amy Farah Weiss
Kent Graham
Stuart Schuffman
Open to the public. Free Admission.
Information: apapa.org PatriciaCheng@apapa.org

Yes on Prop I - Mission Town Hall
When:  October 14, 2015 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Episcopal Church of Saint John the Evangelist, 1661 15th Street, San Francisco
What:  Mission town hall to learn more about why Prop I is important for the future of the Mission and San Francisco.  Hosted by Prop I campaign and Plaza 16 Coalition
Source:  Facebook events

Latina/o Young Democrats of San Francisco. 
When:  October 14, 2015 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Modern Times Bookstore, 2919 24th Street, San Francisco
What:  Discussion on homelessness in San Francisco and will be hearing ways in which we as a community can help.
Information:  Facebook

Planning Association for the Richmond
When:  October 14, 2015 - 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday
Where:  Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  PAR Fall 2015 General Meeting.
Election 2015 - Prop. A, F and I will be discussed and candidates for Sheriff Office have been invited to speak.
Information:  sfpar.org

St James Episcopal Church - Community meeting - Affordable Housing Crisis
When:  October 14, 2015 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  St. James Episcopal Church, 4620 California Street, San Francisco
What:  Community meeting about the affordable housing crisis in San Francisco, with particular attention to Prop A, D, F, I and K that are on the ballot this November.
Fernado Marti from the Council of Community Housing Organizations will be the keynote speaker.
Source:  Richmondsfblog.org

October 15, 2015 - Thursday

Recreation and Park Commission
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Mark Buell,  Allan Low, Gloria Bonilla, Tom Harrison, Meagan Levitan, Eric McDonnell
Information:  sfrecpark.org

Joint Recreation and Park Commission/Park Commission
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
Noon
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Rec and Park Commissioners:  Mark Buell, Allan Low, Gloria Bonilla, Tom Harrison, Meagan Levitan, Eric McDonnell
Planning Commission:  Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael Antonini, Rich Hillis, Christine Johnson, Kathrin Moore, Dennis Richards

Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Eric Mar, David Campos, Julie Christensen
Information:  sfbos.org

Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors:  Norman Yee, Julie Christensen, London Breed
Information:  sfbos.org

Planning Commission
When:  October 15, 2015 -Thursday
3:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael Antonini, Rich Hillis, Christine Johnson, Kathrin Moore, Dennis Richards
Information:  sf-planning.org

San Francisco LGBT Community Center, Making the LGBTQ Vote Count:  LGBTQ Voters Forum
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, Rainbow Romm  San Francisco
What:  Panel to hear the perspectives of several LGBTQ community leaders on the economic realities  facing San Francisco's LGBTQ residents.
Panelists:
Kris Hayashi - Executive director - Transgender Law Center
Judy Appel - Executive director, Our Families Coalition
Shannon Way, Director of Program, HomeownershipSF
and more will present an array of perspectives.
Tickets:  eventbrite.com free
Information:  EconomicJusticeWeek.org
Source:  Facebook events

Tomorrow Transit:  The Future of the Downtown Plan
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:   San Francisco Public Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin  Street, San Francisco
What:   The Downtown Plan at 30 and our Transit Future.   Join moderator Tom Radulovich as leaders from the downtown transportation, architecture and planning worlds discuss the future of the urban landscape, how we move people from point A to point B, and its increasing role as a central social district.  Free
Tickets:  eventbrite.com
 Information:  livablecity.org

Yerba Buena Alliance 24th Anniversary Gala
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Metreon Cityview, 135 Fourth Street, San Francisco
What:  Celebrating 24 years of community building and partnership, the Yerba Buena Alliance celebrates the vibrancy and richness of the Yerba Buena neighborhood, the art and culture center of downtown San Francisco
Information:   eventbrite.com
Tickets:  $50. up
Information:  yerbabuena.org

Asians Americans & Pacific Islanders for Hillary
When:  October 15, 2015 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  03 Bistro & Lounge, 524 Van Ness, San Francisco
What:  Please join Asians Americans & Pacific Islanders for Hillary
Hosts:  Gene Benavides, Vida Benavides, Ami Bera, Ray Buenaventura, David Chiu, Tessie Guillermo, Rameet Kohli, Ed Lee, Doris Matsui, Yoko Nakagawa, Dang Pham, Bob Singh, Vicki Shu
Special Guest:  Michelle Kwan, Two-time Olympic medalist figure skater.
$50., $250., $500., $1,000
RSVP:  hillaryclinton.com/events/view/?d=622510
Information:  vicki@vsplanninglic.com
Source:  Facebook events

October 16, 2015 - Friday

Art Auction benefit - Prop I
When:  October 16, 2015 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  Pacific Fell Factory arts complex, 2830 20th Street, San Francisco
What:  Art Auction benefit for Prop I.  Silent Auction/Sale of original art - help preserve artists' studios in the Mission.  40 artists will donate 50% of all sales to Prop I.
Source:  Facebook events

October 17, 2015  - Saturday

October 17, 2015 - Saturday
Vicki  Hennessy - West Portal Neighborhood Mobilization
When:  October 17, 2015 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where:  West Portal Playground, 131 Lenox Way, San Francisco
Information: ted@hennessyforsheriff.com
Source:  Facebook events

Shared Schoolyard Kick Off Celebration at Spring Valley Elementary School
When:  October 17, 2015 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  Spring Valley Elementary School, 1451 Jackson Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Supervisor Mark Farrell and Supervisor Julie Christensen to celebrate the opening of Spring Valley Elementary's schoolyard as a community playground on the weekends.
Information:  sfsharedschoolyard.org

October 18, 2015 - Sunday

Sunday Streets in the Mission - Season Finale
When:  October 18, 2015 - Sunday
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where:  Blocks of Valencia Street between McCoppin Hub and 26th Street, San Francisco
Information:  sundaystreetssf.com

Ballot Cabaret for Aaron Peskin
When:  October 18, 2015 - Sunday
3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  The North Beach Bauhaus, 703 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Aaron Peskin fundraiser and canvassing party.  Meet District 3 Supervisor candidate.  Enjoy a fun  day  of music and libations.
The amazing Candace Roberts will be performing.  After the show they will be silkscreening t-shirts.
Spend the day canvassing for Aaron and it's all for free.  Or just drop by for the show ($10. suggested)
Source:  Facebook event. 
Information:  aaron2015.com

October 19, 2015 - Monday

Alice Fall Awards
When:  October 19, 2015 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Lookout, 3600 16th Street and Market, San Francisco
What:  Alice Fall Awards.  Honoring Exceptional Leadership in our Community.
Free
Information:  alicebtoklas.org
Source:  Facebook events

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Melissa Griffin Caen
When:  October 19, 2015 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  St. Paulus Lutheran Church, 1541 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  Melissa Griffin Caen, will be going over the  Eleven  Local Ballot Measures that will be voted on in November.
Information:  frank@middlepolk.org middlepolk.org

Tech's Invisible Workers Speak Out:  A Panel
When:  October 19, 2015 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  518 Valencia:  The Eric Quezada Center for Culture and Politics, 518 Valencia St, San Francisco
What:  Panel conversation with tech service workers, shuttle drivers, hotel staff and employees of tech startups and giants.  They will discuss ongoing struggles for justice, equity and respect with the community  We'll explore how tech workers can support their fellow community members in fighting income inequality.
Co-hosted by the Tech Workers Coalition and the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club
Source:  Facebook events

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*Revisions:

Additions: November 18th:

Coalition of San Francisco Neighborhoods meeting

Harvey Milk LGBT General Meeting

November 20th:

Change of Venue:  Noe Valley Democratic Club (see below)

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November 16, 2014 - Sunday

Memorial Service for Ted Gullicksen

 Ted and Falcor

When:  November 16, 2014 - Sunday
2:00 p.m.
Where:  Mission High School, 3750 18th Street, San Francisco
What:  Come celebrate  the life and work of the invaluable leader of the San Francisco tenant's movement - director of the SF Tenants Union for nearly 3 decades - Ted Gullicksen
2:00 p.m. followed by refreshments.
For more info and memories of Ted's life and work see:
facebook.com/pages/In-Memory-of-Ted/1501579130093897
Donations:  in memory of Ted, please give to:
San Francisco Tenants Union, 558 Capp Street, San Francisco sftu.org (donations)

November 17, 2014 - Monday

Swap Meet #3 to Benefit Senior and People with Disabilities
When:  November 17, 2014 - Monday
9:30 a.m. to Noon
Where:  First Unitarian Society of San Francisco, 1187 Franklin Street, SF
What:  Swap Meet #3 -    Got skills?  Need skills?  Want to Barter?   Looking for affordable ways to get connected and stay connected - online and in person?  
Co-Sponsored by the Community Living Campaign and SF Connected as part of the San Francisco Department of Aging and Adult Services' SF Connected Program, the Community Living Campaign, Community Technology Network, Self-Help for the Elderly and Reliatech offer free computer training and specialty classes throughout the city.
Information: 415-821-1003
event.brite

 Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Fall Awards
When:  November 17, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. - Program
Where:  The Lookout, 3600 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club - Fall Awards Ceremony.  Leadership Award, Community Service Award, Elected Official of the Year, Robert Barnes Lifetime Achievement Award, Volunteer of the Year.
Appetizers and no-host bar.
Information: alicebtoklas.org

November 18, 2014 - Tuesday

2014 Silver SPUR Awards Luncheon
When:  November 18, 2014 - Tuesday
10:30 a.m. to Noon  Reception
12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. - Luncheon and Awards
Where:  Moscone Center West, San Francisco
What: 2014 Silver SPUR Awards Luncheon
Honoring:
Clothilde Hewlett
Barbara and Ron Kaufman
Michael Painter
Leslie Tang Schilling
2014 Event Chair: Anna Cheung
Tickets:  $200. up to November 13th.  Then tickets are $250.  
Information: spur.org


San Francisco Gray Panthers - The SF Sunshine Ordinance Our Right to Know
When:  November 18, 2014 -  Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  UU Center, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What:  SF Gray Panthers Meeting, The San Francisco Ordinance - Our Right to Know.
Guest Speakers and Workshop
Information:  graypantherssf.igc.org


Central SoMa Open House
When:  November 18, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  Community open house and update on Central SoMa Plan.  
Information: centralsoma.sfplanning.org

*Coalition for Sf Neighborhoods
When:  November 18, 2014 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where:  Northern Police Station, Corner Turk and Fillmore, San Francisco
What:  Three sage political wonks of different stripes for election postmortem:
Chris Bowman
David Pilpel
Jim Stearns
Information:  csfn.net

SFMTA - Mission Bay Loop Project Public Meeting
When:  November 18, 2014 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: La Scuola Internazionale di San Francisco (Italian International School), 728 20th Street, San Francisco
What:  Discussion - Mission Bay Loop Project.
Information:  David Greenaway david.greenaway@sfmta.com

*Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - General Membership Meeting
When:  November 18, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where:  Women's Building, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Debrief the outcomes of the election.
Information: milkclub.org

November 19, 2014 - Wednesday

UC Alumni and Supporters Against Tuition Hikes
When:  November 19, 2014 - Wednesday
            November 20, 2014 - Thursday
9:00 a.m.
Where:  UCSF, 505 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco
What:  UC President Napolitano is proposing 5% annual increase over the next five years.  It is time that UC alumni and supporters stand up and demand that the UC remain affordable and accessible for current and future students.  Come to the UC Regents meeting at UCSF on 11/19/2014 and 11/20/2014 to let them know how your feel.
Email the Regents and let them know how your feel:  regents office@ucop.edu
Facebook event hosted by Matt Arman Liwanag and Matt Haney

Livable City's Annual Livability Awards and Member Celebration
When:  November 19, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where:  San Francisco Museum at the Mint, The Old Mint, 88 Fifth Street, San Francisco
What:  Join Livable City for the Livability Awards and Member Celebration at the historic Old Mint.  The event is an opportunity for Livable City to recognize and honor innovators, advocates and public servants for their work and celebrate the amazing members and friends.
Livability Advocate Award:  Leah Shahum
Livability Innovator Award:  David Baker
Eventbrite:  Tickets  $58.74 at door, $48.24 Early Bird Ticket
Information:   livablecity.org

Dolores Street Community Services -  2014 Open Palm Awards
When:  November 19, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m. Sit-down dinner
7:15 p.m. Program
Where:  The Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa Street, San Francisco
What:  2014 Open Palm Awards to:
Causa Justa:  Just Cause
Stephanie Joy Ashley
Fundraiser for Dolores Street Community Services.  Reception, food, drinks, celebration.
Information and Tickets:  dscs.org  $125.

SFMTA - Open House for 8X Bayshore Express
When:  November 19, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Crocker Amazon Playground Clubhouse, 799 Moscow Street, San Francisco
What:  Open House for 8X Bayshore Express Transit Priority Project.  
Information: sfmta.com/calendar/mettings/open-house-8x-bayshore-express-nov-19

Kirk ham  Heights Neighborhood Outreach Meeting
When:  November 19, 2014 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  Faculty Almni House, 745 Parnassus Avenue, San Francisco.
What:  Kirkham Project represents one of San Francisco's first major urban infill developments in the western section of the City.  
Information:  thekirkhamproject.com 

November 20, 2014 - Thursday

Seventh Annual Redmond Kernan Lecture
When:  November 20, 2014 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  Newly renovated Officers Club  Presidio.gov, San Francisco
What:  Seventh Annual Redmond  Kernan Lecture. 
Speaker Brian Shellum will describe the amazing life and career of Charles Young as told in his recent book "Black Officer in a Buffalo Soldier Regiment".  Young was a troop commander in the Presidio where he became the first African American National Park superintendent.  Shelley's book seeks to restore this hero to the ranks of military history.  At the same time, it informs our understanding of the role of race in the history of the American military.  Noah Griffin, a long-time admire of Charles Young, will introduce the talk with a poem and a song in Young's honor.  
Redmond Kernan, a retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel, former Director of the San Francisco Redevelopment Agency, he dedicated his retirement years to the Presidio of San Francisco forming links with dozens of San Francisco organizations to advocate vigorously for the preservation and presentation of Presidio history.
RSVP: Sharon Gadberry 415-751-1126
Information: Presidio.gov
Author:  Brian Shellum brianshellum.com

* Change: Noe Valley Democratic Club - San Francisco for Democracy -  Progressive Democrats  of America, SHARP Sunset Heights Association of Responsible People -   Corey Cook Re-Cap of November Election
When:  November 20, 2014 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. 
* Change of Venue: Where: James Lick  Middle School, 1220 Noe Street, San Francisco changes from St. Phillip's Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco 
What:  Corey Cook will re-cap the November election.  Corey is the Director of the Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good at the University of San Francisco.  
Information:  Noe Valley Democratic Club Molly@ffrsf.com
San Francisco for Democracy - communications@sfdemocracy.org

November 21, 2014 - Friday

Jobs with Justice San Francisco - Bridging Solidarity and Power Together
When:  November 21, 2014 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  ILWU Local 34, 801 2nd Street, San Francisco
What:  Bridging Solidarity and Power Together.  Jobs with Justice San Francisco's 4th Anniversary Celebration. 
Speaker:  Steve Pitts, UC Berkeley Labor Center and National Black Workers Center Project
Live Music:
Diana Gameros
Bandung 55
Tickets:  $25./$100. sliding scale afl.salsalabs.com

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San Francisco Political Events

                                                                 

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May 26, 2014 - Monday

Memorial Day
When: May 26, 2014 - Monday
10:30 a.m. Grand March
11:00 a.m. - Program
Where:  San Francisco National Cemetery (at the Presidio), San Francisco
What:  Memorial Day Ceremony.  Honor and Remember
Information:  presidio.gov

LGBT and Allies - Meet and greet with David Chiu
When:  May 26, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Wild Side West, 424 Cortland, San Francisco
What:  Meet and Greet with David Chiu- candidate for Assembly in the 17th.   Not a fundraiser, no admission.  Casual get-together.  David will be there to talk about the campaign and answer questions.  
Information: votedavidchiu.com

May 27, 2014 - Tuesday

SPUR - From Foreclosure to Fair Lending
When: May 27, 2014 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where:  SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  From Foreclosure to Fair Lending.  Join a discussion, difficulties accessing credit and limited housing opportunities have disproportionately affected low-income communities in the Bay Area.  Discuss the wave of fair housing activism that has grown to address them:
Chester Hartman - Poverty and Race Research Action Council
John Powell - UC Berkeley Haas Institute for a Fair and Inclusive Society
Mike Miller - ORGANIZE Training Center
$10. non-members
Information: spur.org

Port Commission
When:  May 27, 2014 - Tuesday
3:15 p.m.
Where:  Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Leslie Katz, Willie Adams, Kimberly Brandon, Mel Murphy, Doreen Woo Ho
Information: sf-port.org


Evening Reception for Congressman Mike Honda (Ca-17)
When:  May 27, 2014 - Tuesday
 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. VIP Reception (Hosts, Co-Hosts and Benefactors)
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. - General Reception 
Where:  Address Given Upon RSVP - Valet Parking - San Francisco
What:  Evening reception honoring U.S. Congressman Mike Honda (CA-17).
Special Guest:  Attorney General Kamala Harris
Co-Hosted by:  Andy and Deborah Rappaport, David Duong, Florence Fang, Shelly Kapoor Collins, Michelle Kraus, Fiona Ma, Dale Minami, Don Morris, Steve Phillips and Susan Sandler, Dorothy Polash and Steve Silberstein 
$250.  Supporter, $500., $1,000., $1,600., $2,600.
RSVP: rsvp@mikehonda.com 
Contribute: bit.ly/052714Rappaport

(cancelled)San Francisco League of Pissed Off Voters - Crawl Through North Beach with the League
(cancelled) When:  May 27, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Comstock Saloon, 155 Columbus Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Crawl Through North Beach with the League.  June election is just around the corner.  Come get a copy of the League of Pissed Off Voter's voter guide and give to your friends.  Will post updates as they move around the neighborhood.
Information:  theleague.com/sf

Board of Education
When:  May 27, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Irving G. Breyer Board Meeting Room, 555 Franklin Street, First Floor, San Francisco
Board of Education:  Sandra Lee Fewer, Emily Murase, Matt Haney, Kim-Shree Maufas, Hydra Mendoza-McDonnell, Rachel Norton, Jill  Wynns
Information:  sfusd.edu

May 28, 2014 - Wednesday

Harvey Milk Forever Stamp Dedication Ceremony
When:  May 28, 2014 - Wednesday
3:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall Rotunda, San Francisco
What:  Harvey Milk Forever Stamp Dedication Ceremony.

Commission of Status of Women 
When:  May 28, 2014 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez, Amy Ackerman, Mary Jung, Andrea Shorter, Alicia Gamez, Julie Soo.
Information:   sfgov3.org

Ethics Commission
When:  May 28, 2014 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Brett Andrews, Beverly Hayon, Benedict Hur, Peter  Keane, Paul Renne
Information: sfethics.org

Police Commission
When:  May 28, 2014 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: (note venue) Northern District, Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory, Sister Caroline Collins, DC, Theatre, 1100 Ellis Street, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Thomas Mazzuco, Julius Turman, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Victor Hwang, Suzy Loftus
Information:   sanfranciscopolice.org

Thanking Tom Ammiano - Supporting David Campos -    Hecho En California, Latino Democratic Club and Supervisor John Avalos
When:  May 28, 2014 - Wednesday
 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  
Where:  Yaquis, 324 S. Va Ness, San Francisco
What:  Hecho En California, Latino Democratic Club and Supervisor John Avalos would like to  thank  our wonderful Tom Ammiano for all his service and to support David Campos in his bid to continue the strong leadership in Assembly District 17.  Todos A Votar
Live entertainment provide by Manolo Davila and Ahkeel Mestayer.
Suggested Donation:  $25.

San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When:  May 28, 2014 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  455 Golden Gate Avenue, Milton Marks Auditorium, San Francilsco
DCCC:  Mary Jung, Kat Anderson, John Avalos, David Campos, David Chiu, Malia Cohen, Petra DeJesus, Matt Dorsey, Bevan Dufty, Zoe Dunning, Kelly Dwyer, Bill Fazio, Tom Hsieh, Leslie Katz, Hene Kelly, Meagan Levitan, Rafael Mandelman, Eric Mar, Trevor McNeil, Carole Migden, Leah Pimentel, Alix Rosenthal, Arlo Hale Smith, Scott Wiener
Ex-Officio Members: Dianne Feinstein, Nancy Pelosi, Jackie Speier, Kamala Harris, Mark Leno, Tom Ammiano, Phil Ting
Information:   sfdemocrats.org

May 29, 2014 - Thursday

Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: May 29, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors:  David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org

Trevor McNeil - Fundraiser
When:  May 29, 2014 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  Noir Lounge, 581 Hayes Street, San Francisco
What: Trevor McNeil - Join Fiona Ma for a fundraiser for  Candidate for School Board fundraiser - Trevor McNeil 
Information: democracy.com/trevormcneil

Beat Big Soda Fundraiser
When:  May 29, 2014 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  The Valley Tavern, 4054 24th Street, San Francisco
What:  Beat Big Soda Fundraiser.  Supervisors Scott Wiener, Eric Mar and Malia Cohen and the Choose Health SF campaign are  sponsors  of a November ballot measure that will add a tax of .02 per ounce on sugary drinks.  Tax is estimated to generate $31 million annually, which will be legally dedicated to fund physical activity, nutrition and health programs in the schools, parks and health center, food access initiatives, drinking fountain and water bottle filling stations and oral health services.
Tickets:  $100. - to benefit the Choose Health SF Campaign
Supporters:  San Francisco Parent Political Action Committee, San Francisco PTA, Parents for Public School, California Medical Association, California Nurses Association, Hospital Council of Northern California, San Francisco Food Bank and San Francisco Dental Society.
RSVP:  Tammy tammy@philhour.com

May 30, 2014 - Friday

San Francisco League of Pissed-Off Voters - Crunch Time Pub Crawl
When:  May 30, 2014 - Friday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Elixir, 3200 16th Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco League of Pissed-Off Voter - Get Out the Vote.  Pub  Crawl in the Mission.  Hit some 16th Street bars and work their way down Valencia.  They will be handing out Voter Handbook.
Information: theleague.com/sf
May 31, 2014 - Saturday

San Francisco Young Democrats - Final Countdown:  Mobilize for David Campos
When:  May 31, 2014 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where:  24th Street BART Station then walking over to the Campos Campaign Headquarters, 3143 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Young Democrats - Join one of the last mobilizations before the crucial June election in supporting David Campos.  
Information:  sfyd.org

Fundraiser for SF Tenants Union and Anti-Eviction Mapping Project
When:  May 31, 2014 - Saturday
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where:  El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Tenants Union.  Help raise money for two organizations in the heart of the Tenants Movement, the San Francisco Tenants Union and Anti-Eviction Mapping Project.  Musical performances include the amazing San Francisco based band BE CALM HONCHO and other local musicians.
Information:  sftu.org

June 1, 2014 - Sunday

Irish American Democratic Club - John F. Kennedy Annual Luncheon - Honoring Ernest "Chuck" Ayala
When:  June 1, 2014 - Sunday
11:30 a.m.
Where:  United Irish Cultural Center, 2700 45th Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Irish American Democratic Club - John F. Kennedy Annual Luncheon Honoring Activist and Humanitarian  Ernest "Chuck" Ayala.
Luncheon:  $35., Sponsor $75., Patron $100., Benefactor $150., Table $350.  No Host Bar
Payment may be mailed to IADC, 1494 7th Avenue, San Francisco 94122
RSVP:  415-681-2078 or Eileen Kivlehan  kivlehan@sbcglobal.net
Luncheon selections - Chicken, Filet of Sole or Vegetarian
Chuck Ayala and current Executive Director, Gloria Bonilla,  established an organization named Centrol Latino de San Francisco, Inc. They purchased 1656 15th Street and today over 2,300 elderly, disabled and immigrant families enjoy year-round nutritious meals, naturalization and transportation services so they can live happy healthy and  independent lives.
Chuck is the founder of the famous Irish/Mexican Dinner held annually to foster goodwill between the Irish American and the Latino Communities.
Irish American Democratic Club has taken inspiration from President Kennedy's words and accomplishments.  They annually celebrate his birthday.  President Kennedy was the first Irish Catholic, election United States President.  Chartered by the San Francisco Democratic Party, affiliated with the United Irish Societies.
Officers:  Jim Wachob - President; John Davids - Vice President; Eileen Kivlehan, Mary O'Riordan, Azalia Merrel, Patty Moran, Kelly Welch-Dwyer, Trevor McNeill, Sharon Johnson, Kevin Malone
Event Chairpersons:  Eileen Kivlehan,  Patty  Moran and Mary O'Riordan
Information:  Eileen Kivlehan kivlehan@sbcglobal.net

Join SF Arts in Support of Supervisor Malia Cohen
When:  June 1, 2014 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where:  860 Innes Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Join the arts community for a fundraiser in support of Supervisor Malia Cohen.  
Hosted by:  Tracy Ward and Terri Vaughn, San Francisco 49ers NaVorro Bowman, Cathy Adams, Sammy Hastings, Theodore W. Palmer, Charleston Pierce, Sandeep  Sood
Special performance by X-Factor's Jason Brock
Drinks provided by SF MEAD Wine Company
RSVP act.myngp.com  $100. on line (limited time) Tickets at door $150.

June 2, 2014 - Monday

Election Eve Pub Crawl with Harvey Milk Democratic  Club  and League of Pissed Off Voters
When:  June 2, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where:  Twin Peaks Tavern, 401 Castro Street, San Francisco
What:  The Harvey Milk Democratic  Club and the League of Pissed Off Voters are teaming up again to take over the streets of the Castro and the Mission.  Join them for drinks, songs, photo opps and voter guide action and they blitz the streets of San Francisco.  
Information:  theleague.com/sf

sftransportation 2030 - District 10 Open House  - Malia Cohen
When:  June 2, 2014 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Southeast Community Facility, Alex J. Pitcher, Jr. Community Room, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What:  sfransportation 2030. District 10 - Supervisor Malia Cohen.   Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 2030, a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for the November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and San Francisco Public Works will host the open house, which will include a presentation and time to ask questions.
Information:   sftransportation2030.com

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association and Korean American Center - Public Safety Meeting
When:  June 2, 2014 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What:  Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association and Korean American Center - Public Safety Meeting:
Mary Halloran - President San Francisco Police Officers Association
Gary Delagnes
Information:  Robert Narnwell bbarnwell6@hotmail.com 

June 3, 2014 - Tuesday

Election Day - Vote!
sfelections.org

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Monthly Meeting
When:  June 3, 2014 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood House (meet downstairs in the Game Room - not in the theater upstairs.  Since it's election night the theater will be in use as a polling place ), 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What:  Potrero Hill Democratic Club Monthly Meeting.
Sheriff Ross Mirkarimi will give an update on happenings in and around the SF Sheriff's Department including a number of initiatives regarding public safety and rehabilitation both inside and outside the jail system.  
Ed Kinchley, SEIU 2121's political education co-chair, will  talk  about the Campaign for a Healthy California, whose mission is to finish the job on health reform by eventually replacing private health insurance with guaranteed  healthcare for all Californians.
Information: phdemclub.org


Fiona Ma - Primary Election Night Party and Donor Appreciation
When:  June 3, 2014 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: SOMA Supply Showroom, 1591 Howard Street, San Francisco
What:  Fiona Ma - Primary Election Night Party and Donor Appreciation
Fiona Ma - State Board of Equalization - 2014
Donation: fionama.com/2014primary
Information: clem@fionama.com 

Yes on B - Election Night Party
When:  June 3, 2014 - Tuesday
8:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where:  Sinbad's Pier 2 Restaurant, 141 The Embarcadero, San Francisco
What:  Yes on B Election Night Party.  Help Get Out The Vote on Election Day and then watch the election returns. 
Information:  nowallonthewaterfront.com

San Francisco League of Pissed-Off Voters - Election Night Party
When:  June 3, 2014 - Tuesday
8:00 p.m.
Where:  Virgil's Sea Room, 3152 Mission Street, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco League of Pissed-Off Voters - Election Night Party.  Come watch election results along with Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.
Information:  theleague.com/sf

June 4, 2014 - Wednesday

sftransportation 2030 - District 10 Open House  -  Scott Wiener
When:  June 4 2014 -  Wednesday 
 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 
Where:   LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street 
What:  sfransportation 2030. District 8 -  Scott Wiener   Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 2030, a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for the November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and San Francisco Public Works will host the open house, which will include a presentation and time to ask questions.
Information:   sftransportation2030.com

June 5, 2014 - Thursday

FDR Democratic Club/ Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When:  June 5, 2014 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where:  City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What:  San Francisco Board of Supervisors Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee - Hearing on the employment of people with disabilities.  Join the FDR Dems at a hearing of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors where the issue of employing people with disabilities in City service will be discussed.  Join the FDR Dems in collaboration with  Supervisor Eric Mar, as they explore the City's Civil Service Rule 115 and what can be done to help the City become a leader in the employment of people with disabilities.  
Information:  fdrdemclub.com

SPUR 2014 Member Party
When:  June 5, 2014 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where:  SPUR Urban Center and Annie Alley, 654 Mission Street San Francisco
What:  2014 SPUR Member Party.  SPUR Members only.  Membership starts at $75.
Information: spur.org/jointheparty

Emerge California 2014 Annual Event
When:  June 5, 2014 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.  VIP Reception
6:00 p.m.  General Reception
6:30 p.m.  Program Starts
Where:  The Julia Morgan Ballroom, 465 California Street, San Francisco
What:  Emerge California Annual Event. A Celebration of our Accomplishments and to Honor
Congresswoman Jackie Speier - Keynote Speaker and Woman of the Year
Oakland City Councilwoman Libby Schaaf, 2014 Emerge CA Alumna of the Year
General Tickets $100.  
Information/Purchase Tickets/RSVP:  emergeca.org


sftransportation 2030 - District 4 and District 7   -  Katy Tang and Norman Yee
When:  June 5 2014 -   Thursday 
 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. . 
Where:    St. Stephen Church Event Center, 475 Eucalyptus Drive, San Francisco 
What:  sfransportation 2030. District 8 -  Scott Wiener   Community meeting to learn more about Transportation 2030, a strategic infrastructure investment program proposed for the November's general election ballot.  Representatives of the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency and San Francisco Public Works will host the open house, which will include a presentation and time to ask questions.
Information:   sftransportation2030.com

St. James Infirmary's 15 Year Anniversary Party
When:  June 5, 2014 - Thursday
9:00 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.
Where:  Temple Nightclub, 540 Howard Street, San Francisco
What:  St. James Infirmary Presents XV Dirty Dance Party Fundraiser
St. James Infirmary is the first occupational safety and health clinic for sex workers in the  United States - providing free, confidential, nonjudgmental medical and social serves for current or former sex workers of all genders and sexual orientations and their partners.  
Information/tickets :  inticketing.com

June 6, 2014 - Friday

District 11 Democratic Club - 15th Annual Dinner and Auction
When:  June 6, 2014 - Friday
6:00 p.m. - No Host Bar and Silent Auction
7:00 p.m. - Dinner
8:00 p.m.    Live Auction
Where:  Patio Espanol, 2850 Alemany Street, San Francisco
What: District 11 Democratic Club - 15th Annual Dinner and Auction featuring Assemblymember Tom Ammiano with Nato Green - Political Humorist
$60. Individual $70. at door , $50. Senior/Fixed Income $55 at door
Respond by May 30th
Paella, Vegetarian Lasagna, Chicken, Prime Rib
Make checks payable to SF District 11 Democratic Club, 143 London Street, San Francisco. 
Information: Grace D'Anca secretarysfd11dems.com 

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