Showing posts with label Senator Barbara Boxer. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Senator Barbara Boxer. Show all posts

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Senate Debate - Senator Barbara Boxer Debate Watch Party










I attended a fundraiser for Senator Barbara Boxer, Monday night, co-hosted by Aaron Peskin, Emily Salgado and Dick Grosboll.


Barbara's loyal  supporters, going back to her Board of Supervisor days in Marin, came together to hear Barbara:


"I am in this race for a reason, to make life better for the people I represent".


"These are hard times, if ever I needed to get back there, it is now. If ever it is needed  to win - it is now." 


Information: Barbara Boxer for U.S. Senate - barbaraboxer.com

Pictures:
Senator Barbara Boxer
Dick Grossboll
Senator Boxer and Jane Morrison
San Francisco Democratic Party Chair - Aaron Peskin

See calendar  below - information regarding Debate party being sponsored by the San Francisco Young Democrats on  Wednesday, September 1st.


August 31, 2010 - Tuesday


Commonwealth Club -  Senator Barbara Boxer
 When: August 31, 2010 - Tuesday
 11:15 a.m.
 Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
 What: Come hear Senator Barbara Boxer speak.
 $20. non-members
 Information: tickets.commonwealthclub.org 
San Francisco Women's Political Committee (SFWPC) - Endorsement meeting
When: August 31, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Soluna Cafe and Lounge, 272 McAllister, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting.   
Information: Kay Vasilyeva kay@sfwpc.org 

 Neighborhood Party to Support the Bayview Branch Library
 When: August 31, 2010 - Tuesday
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
 Where: Flora Grubb Gardens, 1634 Jerrold Avenue, San Francisco
 What: Friends of the San Francisco Public Library and Flora Grubb Gardens invite you to support the Bayview Branch Library. Guest Speakers:
  • Supervisor Sophie Maxwell
  • City Librarian Luis Herrera
  • Assistant Superintendent of SFUSD Dr. Patricia Gray
Information: Marian Chatfield-Taylor marian.ctaylor@friendsspl.org
September 1, 2010 - Wednesday
San Francisco Police Commission
When: September 1, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Chief's Report: Update on significant policing efforts by Department members.
Presentation by the Public Safety Strategies Group: Patrol Special Program Review.
Commissioners: Joe Marshall, Thomas Mazzucco, Petra Dejesus, Angela Chan, James Hammer, Carol Kingsley
Information: 415-553-1667
San Francisco Young Democrats  - Senator Barbara Boxer Debate Watch Party
When: September 1, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Mr. Smith's, 34 7th Street, San Francisco
What: Join San Francisco Young Democrats, friends and special guests as Barbara Boxer and Carly Fiorina.  

 Dolores Park Community Meeting
 When: September 1, 2010 - Wednesday
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
 Where: Mission High School cafeteria (which is located across from the tennis courts in Dolores Park (entrance to cafeteria off of Dolores & 18th Street).
 What: Dolores Park Works is organizing a community meeting to discuss safety, law enforcement and 19th and Dolores.   Public safety, law enforcement in the park, and measures underway to address pedestrian safety at the intersection of 19th Street and Dolores will be discussed.  Everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.
Speakers include:
  • Bevan Dufty - Supervisor District 8
  • Captain Greg Corrales, Captain, Mission Street Police Station
  • Eric Anderson, RPD Neighborhood Service Area Manager  
  • Manito Velasco, Engineer, SFMTA
  • Ilaria Salvadori, SF Planning Department (Streetscape project)
  • Adrian Field, RPD Park Section Supervisor for the Mission Complex
  • Marcus Santiago, RPD Park Ranger
  • Bob Palacio, Former RPD Neighborhood Service Area Manager
  • Meredith Thomas, Executive Director, Neighborhood Parks Council
Information: doloresparkworks.org


Senatorial Debate: Boxer/Fiorina
When: September 1, 2010 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. 
Where: Broadcast live on KTVU Channel 2 and KQED Public Radio (88.5 FM), streamed live at KQEDnews.org.
What: Senatorial Debate between Senator Barbara Boxer and Carly Fiorina.  Randy Shandobil will moderate with Carla Marinucci, Scott Shafer and Pilar Marrero asking questions.
Sponsors: KQED, KTVU, The San Francisco Chronicle.
September 2, 2010 - Thursday
Natasha Hoehn for School Board - Campaign Kick-Off
When: September 2, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: The Mint Karaoke Lounge, 1942 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Kick-off campaign for Natasha Hoehn for School Board.  
Co-hosts:
Amy Bacharach, Gloria Corral, Stephen Dodson, Zoe Dunning, Leslie Garner, Amy Lesnick, Danielle Love, Tricia McCarthy, Dan Nguyen-Tan, Claudia Sandoval, Eric Scroggins, Alisa Shen, Monica Vasquez, Acasia Wilson
Harvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club
When: September 2, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: 225 Bridgeview Drive, San Francisco
What: Meeting being held to discuss the endorsement process, by-laws, guest speakers, scholarships and fundraising. 
Information: Leah Taylor Pimentel leah@bvhpdemclub.org
September 3, 2010 - Friday
San Francisco Labor Council - Jerry Brown
When: September 3, 2010 - Friday
8:00 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness Avenue (@Pine), San Francisco
What: Annual pre-labor day breakfast with Jerry Brown - Attorney General and Candidate for Governor.
$75.
RSVP and Information: Emily Nelson 415-440-4809
Eric Smith - Dogpatch Biofuels BBQ and Fundraiser
When: September 3, 2010 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 765 Pennsylvania Avenue, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Eric Smith, candidate for supervisor in District 10.  
RSVP: Rachel@ericsmith10.com
World Premiere film "Why I Ride: Low and Slow"
When: September 3, 2010 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Friday Nights at the de Young Museum: Koret Auditorium, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco
What: An original film featuring the Mission's own street historians: Roberto Hernandez, Mitchell Salazar, Sandy Cuadra, Felipe Velez, and Valerie Tuller.  Movie "Why I Ride: Low and Slow" World Premier.  Conscious Youth Media Crew with Debra Koffler and Vero Majano. 
September 4, 2010 - Saturday
Muni will restore 61 percent of the service reductions implemented on May 8.  Information: sfmta.com
Eric Smith - Campaign Kick-off
When: September 4, 2010 - Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Project One, 251 Rhode Island, San Francisco
What: Campaign Kick-off for Eric Smith, candidate for supervisor in District 10.
Information: Rachel@ericsmith10.com
September 6, 2010 - Monday
Labor Day
September 7, 2010 - Tuesday
San Francisco Health Commission
When: September 7, 2010 - Tuesday
4:00 p.m.
Where: Lady Shaw Senior Center, 483 Mason Street, San Francisco
What: Health  Commission  meeting being held in Chinatown to discuss health issues that affect residents in the community.  Agenda items include Department of Public Health's funded services available to those in District 3, which includes Chinatown and North Beach   
neighborhoods.
Information: sfdph.org
Source: Examiner - Joshua Sabatini
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Endorsements
When: September 7, 2010 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting.  Candidates, and some state propositions (Props 23, 25, 26).
Candidates for Board of Education, Community College Board and Assessor-Recorder will speak briefly and answer questions.  Local and state ballot measures will be held on September 14th at 6:30 p.m.
Information: phdemclub.org


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Sunday, May 9, 2010

Senator Barbara Boxer - "We cannot give up now"



On Saturday I attended the Young Professionals Reception for the re-election of U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer held at Momo's in San Francisco.

The Host was Bay Area Democrats. Sponsors included San Francisco Young Democrats, District 3 Democrats, Matt Haney, Christine Pelosi and Frieda Edgette.

Senator Barbara Boxer said "we can't turn back now - we cannot give up now". That is why all of us need to talk to our friends and make sure they are registered to vote and will turn out to vote.

How to help:

May 10, 2010

Early Voting Begins - early voting is available at the Department of Elections office on the ground floor of City Hall Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. sfgov.org/elections

Public Safety Committee - Sit/Lie
When: May 10, 2010 - Monday
10 a.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Prohibition on Sitting or Lying on Public Sidewalks. Ordinance amending San Francisco Police Code by adding Section 168 to prohibit sitting or lying down upon a public sidewalk during specified hours, and with exceptions for the disabled and others. Sponsors: Mayor, Alioto-Pier
Ordinance amending the San Francisco Administrative code by adding Sections 5.70 through 5.75, to create a Neighborhood Community Justice Task Force to make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding the creation of restorative and community justice programs; provide for the Task Force's membership, organization, and duties; and set a sunset date for the Task Force. Sponsors: Chiu, Maxwell
Members: David Chiu, Ross Mirkarimi, Bevan Dufty
Information: sfbos.org

Land Use and Economic Development Committee - Hunters Point Shipyard and Candlestick Point Development Project
When: May 10, 2010 - Monday
1 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Item from agenda:
Hunters Point Shipyard and Candlestick Point Development Project - Hearing on the Hunters Point Shipyard Phase 2 and Candlestick Point Integrated Development Project, including a discussion of the land use and design, housing, community benefits, employment and contracting, open space, sustainability, financing, infrastructure, and transportation components. Sponsor: Maxwell
Members: Sophie Maxwell, Eric Mar, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org

Steven Moss - Open House
When: May 10, 2010 - Monday
5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Christopher's Books, 1400 18th Street @ Missouri, San Francisco
What: Open House with Steven Moss, candidate for supervisor in District 10. Wine, cheese, fruit and sparkling water will be served.
RSVP: steven@moss.net

South Beach/Rincon/Mission Bay Neighborhood - Rachel Gordon
When: May 10, 2010 - Monday
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: South Beach Harbor Services Building's Community Room, between Pier 40 and AT& T Park.
What: San Francisco's City Hall reporter Rachel Gordon who will discuss upcoming elections (including District 6 Supervisor race this November.
Information and Source: rinconhill@gmail.com

Presidio Heights Association of Neighbors (PHAN) - Annual meeting
When: May 10, 2010 - Monday
7 p.m.
Where: Temple Emanu-El, Arguello Blvd. and Lake Street, San Francisco
What: Annual meeting to discuss issues important to the neighborhood.

May 11, 2010 - Tuesday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: May 11, 2010 - Tuesday
2 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Item from Agenda:
Request for Redevelopment Audit: Resolution requesting the Redevelopment Agency of the City and County of San Francisco to consent to an audit of selected activities related to the implementation of the expired Western Addition A-2 Redevelopment Plan. Sponsor: Mirkarimi
Information: sfbos.org

SFPD Town Hall Meeting regarding the recent violence in the Asian community.
When: May 11, 2010 - Tuesday
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Southeast College Campus, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Town Hall meeting regarding violence in the Asian Community. SFPD Chief George Gascon, all 10 District Captains, SFPD Community Relations unit.

DCCC Fundraiser in the Mission
When: May 11, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Bollyhood Cafe in Baobab Village, 3372 19th Street (between Mission and Capp Street) San Francisco
What: Elect a progressive slate for the Democratic County Central Committee - Eric Quezada-John Avalos-David Campos-Debra Walker. Host: Marco Senghor. Food, entertainment, beverages and stirring oratory. Scrumcious tapas by Bissap Baobab and Homemade Hustle. Suggested donations: $25., $50., $75., $100. No one turned away for lack of funds.
RSVP - mikedavy@gmail.com

*SPUR - Nightlife in San Francisco: The death of fun or urban peace?
When: May 11, 2010 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: How do we keep San Francisco fun while maintaining livability for everyone? With Steven T. Jones, Bay Guardian City Editor, Inspector Dave Falzon of the San Francisco Police Department Vice Crimes Division, Supervisor Bevan Dufty, Jocelyn Kane, Deputy Directors of the City's Entertainment Commission, and SPUR's Deputy Director, Sarah Karlinsky, as moderator. Sponsored by the Koret Foundation $20. non-members
Information: spur.org

May 12, 2010 - Wednesday

CompStat Meeting
When: May 12, 2010 - Wednesday
10 a.m.
Where: Scottish Rite Memorial, 19th Avenue and Sloat Blvd., San Francisco
What: A program to track crime trends in neighborhoods and respond quickly, as well as hold district captains accountable. Golden Gate Division
Information: sf-police.org

Board of Supervisors Budget Finance Hearing on MTA budget
When: May 12, 2010 - Wednesday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
  • Municipal Transportation Agency's budget for FY2010-2011 and FY2011-2012. Hearing to consider the Municipal Transportation Agency's proposed two-year budget. Sponsor: Avalos.
  • Hearing on the results of the Budget and Legislative Analyst's audit of the SFMTA Sponsor:Campos
  • Rejecting the Municipal Transportation Agency Budge for FY2010-2012. Sponsors: Chiu, Mirkarimi
Members: Avalos, Mirkarimi, Elsbernd, Maxwell, Campos
Information: sfbos.org

HomeownershipSF - Supervisors Forum
When: May 12, 2010 - Wednesday
5 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: Saint Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street, San Francisco
What: Hear supervisor candidates from District 6, 8 and 10 - Debra Walker, Matthew Drake, Theresa Sparks, Scott Wiener, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan, Lynette Sweet and Ed Donaldson along with housing policy experts explore affordable homeownership opportunities in San Francisco.
RSVP: Menraj Sachdev menraj@homeownershipsf.org

*Bevan for Mayor - Fundraiser - Steve Hildebrand
When: May 12, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 1035 Market Street (between 6th and 7th Street) San Francisco
What: First fundraiser that will qualify Bevan Dufty for public financing in the Mayor's office. Steve Hildebrand, Bevan's campaign strategist and former Deputy National Campaign Manager for President Obama will speak at the future headquarters for Bevan Dufty's future campaign headquarters.
1,228 contributors have already contributed. Drinks, great bites and a DJ. Kid-friendly. Self-imposed limit is $200. to help qualify for matching funds.
Information and rsvp: nima@bevandufty.com bevandufty.com

San Francisco Young Democrats - Peter Schurman, Public Defender Jeff Adachi
When: May 12, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Mr. Smith's - 34 7th Street @ Market, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting:
  • Gubernatorial candidate and moveon.org founder Peter Schurman
  • Presentation from Clean Power SF - Community Choice Aggregation (CCA) program
  • Public Defender Jeff Adachi - discuss pension reform.
  • Invited representatives from endorsed campaigns to attend to coordinate a field program for poll voters in advance of the June 8th election.
Food, drink specials.
Information: sfyd.org

SFMTA -St. Francis Circle rail replacement community meeting
When: May 12, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: West Portal Elementary School Auditorium, 5 Lenox Way, San Francisco
What: Meeting to share about the upcoming construction upgrades at St. Francisc Circle (West Portal area).

May 13, 2010 - Thursday

San Francisco Pride at Work - Annual Fundraiser
When: May 13, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m.
Where: 938 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser and reception in support of Pride at Work's efforts. SF Pride at Work is an organization of diverse activists organizing and mobilizing around social and economic justice issues while strengthening their coalitions between the labor movement and the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual , and Transgender community in San Francisco. Refreshments, hors d'oeuvres and entertainment provided. $35. No one turned away for lack of funds.
Information: sfprideatwork.org

HANC - Haight Market Expansion, Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
When: May 13, 2010 - Thursday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: The Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting:
  • Bobby Vardakastanis of the Haight Street Market and HANC merchant Liaison to present his plans for expansion of his family's market.
  • Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi will give an up date on what he has been doing and a chance for the community to ask questions and make comments.
Information: hancsf@yahoo.com hanc-sf.org

May 14, 2010 - Friday

SPUR - Walking tour with Supervisor Eric Mar
When: May 14, 2010 - Friday
3:00 p.m.
Where: Contact SPUR to register spur.org
What: Walking tour with Supervisor Eric Mar in the Inner Richmond.
$10. SPUR members only.

May 15, 2010 - Saturday

Bernal Heights Community Congress
When: May 15, 2010 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland Ave., San Francisco
What: Discuss issues in our community with Assemblyman Tom Ammiano, Supervisor John Avalos, Supervisor David Campos and State Senator Mark Leno
Discussion items:
  • Health: St. Luke's and California Pacific Medical Center/Sutter Health accountable
  • Health: 511 Crescent. Discussion with Anderson Street neighbors.
  • Affordable Housing: Discuss current legislative efforts to protect and create affordable housing in this changed economy.
  • Immigrant Rights: Discuss how San Francisco can be a stronger Sanctuary City and lead the way for immigration reform.
  • City Budget: Discuss the state of the City's budget and opportunities to support progressive revenue measures that are making their way to the November ballot.
Action sessions will be facilitated by:
  • Nato Green - California Nurses Association
  • Marlayne Morgan - Cathedral Hill Neighbors Association
  • Deb MacDonald, Anderson Street Safe Alliance
  • William Ho - BHNC
  • Malcolm Yeung - Chinatown Community Development Center
  • Sheila Chung Hagen - Office of Supervisor David Campos
  • Eric Quezada - BHNC Board of Directors and Dolores Street Community Services
  • Chelsea Boilard - Coleman Advoctes for Children and Youth
  • Noriko Shinzato - Office of Assemblymember Tom Ammiano
Members of BHNC will have an opportunity to change the by-laws to create seats for Youth, Board Members will be running for seats.
Information: Rachel Ebora - rebora@bhnc.org bhnc.org

Inner Sunset Street Fair
When: May 15, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Irving Street between 9th and 10th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Inner Sunset Street Fair. Performances, activities, booths.

6th Annual Asian Heritage Street Celebration
When: May 15, 2010 - Saturday
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Civic Center/Little Saigon, Larkin Street between Grove and Ellis Streets, San Francisco
What: Two stages of non-stop live performances. Arts and crafts, shopping,artists, martial arts, food.
Information: asianfairsf.com

NOPNA Block Party
When: May 15, 2010 - Saturday
11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Lyon Street between Grove and Hayes, San Francisco.
What: 2010 Annual Neighborhood Block Party. Have fun with your neighbors and celebrate what NOPNA does for the neighborhood.
Information: nopna.org

May 16, 2010 - Sunday

Bay to Breakers 2010
When: May 16, 2010 - Sunday
8 am. to Noon
Where: Starting at Howard/Steuart Street, San Francisco
Information: baytobreakers.com

A Tardeada to introduce Robert Retana
When: May 16, 2010 - Sunday
2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: 8 Colonial Way, #7, San Francisco
What: Brigitte Davila, Anamaria Loya and Mario Salgado invite you to a festive tardeada (afternoon party) to meet our friend, Robert Retana, candidate for Superior Court Judge in San Francisco.
There will be sangria, beer, antojitos and other delicious hors d'oeuvres.
RSVP lawebjefa@gmail.com
Information: robertretana.com

May 17, 2010 - Monday

Commonwealth Club: Theodore Sorenson
When: May 17, 2010 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Theodore Sorensen: JFK's most trusted advisor looks back and forward. Conversation with an insider of the Kennedy Camelot era. Author of: "Counselor: Life at the Edge of History". In conversation with David Kennedy, Donald J. McLachlan Professor of History, Emeritus, Stanford University.
$20. non-members.

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Melissa Griffin
When: May 17, 2010 - Monday
7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk Street @ Washington, San Francisco
What: Melissa Griffin of the San Francisco Examiner will explain the Ballot Initiatives facing the voters in June.
SFPD will be providing an expert update on what's up crime and safety-wise.
Information: dawn@middlepolk.org middlepolk.blogspot.com

Information:

State Senator Leland Yee has endorsed Rebecca Prozan for Supervisor in District 8.

San Francisco Police Officer's Association has endorsed Judge Richard Ulmer for Superior Court Seat 15.

Community College Board Trustee Chris Jackson announced he is running for supervisor in District 10.

Westside Democratic Club - Endorsements:
Prop A - No Endorsement
Prop B - Yes
Prop C - No
Prop D - No endorsement
Prop E - No
Prop F - No
Prop G - Yes
Superior Court, Seat 6 - No endorsement (top vote-getter was Harry Dorfman)
Superior Court, Seat 15 - No endorsement (top vote-getter was Daniel Dean)
Democratic County Central Committee, AD 12:
Ron Dudum, Dan Dunnigan, Bill Fazio, Tom Hsieh, Mary Jung, Angelique Mahan, Jane Morrison, John Shanley, Mike Sullivan and Matthew Tuchow.

Fix Muni Now - Sign the Petition -
Headquarters: 305 Valencia Street @ 14th Street, San Francisco
Information: info@fixmuninow.com fixmuninow.com



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Friday, August 14, 2009

Barbara Boxer - writer















































Thursday night went to booksigning at Books, Inc. at Opera Plaza to see Senator Barbara Boxer talk about her new novel "Blind Trust".

I enjoyed her first book "A Time to Run". Her new book continues the story of Senator Ellen Fischer. I went an hour early to get a good seat and to be there in case we needed to defend her against anyone who might make a scene against health care reform. Although the meeting was somewhat tense, with security, the audience was very respectful and supportive. A group of people from MoveOn from Davis, California had driven down to support Barbara Boxer.

After a brief reading questions were allowed about her book writing. Writing is Barbara's hobby - some people golf, play tennis, she writes. A long time ago she did in depth writing for the "Pacific Sun". This book was written during the Bush years and the characters in this book are composites of people she met. Senator Ellen Fisher is her "ideal" senator. She said this book is about "not being afraid".

Her last words were that "it was nice being somewhere and not being yelled at".

Afterwards there were still people outside in support of Boxer's support of health care. The sign says it all "thank you".

August 14, 2009 - Friday

C.L.A.E.R. Project - State Senator Leland Yee
When: August 14, 2009 - Friday
Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: 1099 Sunnydale Avenue, Third Floor , San Franisco
What: Brown bag lunch with State Senator Leland Yee. The discussion will focus on jobs, diversity issues, disaster prep and economic stimulus for low-income communities.
Information: Laurel Moeslein laurel.claer@yahoo.com Limited Seating

March for a Fair Contract
When: August 14, 2009 - Friday
4:15 to 6 p.m.
Where: Market street (between 4th Street and 3rd Street) Plaza next to Four Seasons Hotel, S.F.
What: Join SF Hotel Workers for march and rally as they demand a fair contract.
Information: ialvaran@clueca.org

Green Generations Gala
When: August 14, 2009 - Friday
5 to 9 p.m.
Where: Temple Nightclub, 540 Howard Street, S.F.
What: Literacy for Environmental Justice's Bay Youth for the Environmental program ,Santa Clara Valley Audubon Society and the Bay Area Wilderness Training are co-beneficiaries of San Francisco Green Drinks' first annual fundraising gala. Legendary Djs, appetizers and a local organic drink menu . $12. in advance and $15. at door. Ticket:brownpapertickets.com/event/73661

Underground Verse: The Inner Sunset Jazz & Poetry night
When: August 14, 2009 - Friday
8 to 11 p.m.
Where: Kick Start fitness center basement, 447 Irving Street, San Francisco
What: The Inner Sunset Neighborhood Group (ISNG) present "Underground Verses". Local poets backed by a live jazz band bring 500's beat culture before a 21st century audience.
Information and rsvp: gubbins4ever@yahoo.com - audience limited to 60 people

Litquake's GOTH Hop
When: August 14, 2009 - Friday
8:30 p.m. to Midnight
Where: The Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa Street, San Francisco
What: Tribute to the American writer, poet, editor and literary critic Edgar Alan Poe. Poe turns 200 this October. All are encouraged to dress to the nines, sixes or sevens, dance to their favorite Goth tunes and enjoy the absinthe bar. Monster Mash-Up story contest.
Information: gravity.goldberg@gmail.com

August 15, 2009 - Saturday

16th Annual Hillside Garage Sale
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: see website bhnc.org
What: Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center presents 16th Annual Hillwide Garage Sale. Last year there were 65 registered garage sales.

Alamo Square Flea Market
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Scott, Fulton & Hayes Street, San Francisco
What: Antiques, artwork, books, jewelry, collectibles, household treasures, fixtures, toys.
Information: alamosq.org

*James Keys - "Fiesta in Boeddeker Park"
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: Eddy and Jones Street, San Francisco
What: Come and meet James Keys, a candidate for District Six Supervisor. Food will be provided.
Information: james@jameskeysDistrict6.com jameskeysdistrict6.com

Planning a Healthy Neighborhood - Si Se Puede Campaign
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: UCSF Parking Lot on 17th Street, between Shotwell and Folsom, San Francisco
What: A place to live and play in the Mission. The community has been advocating for affordable housing and open space at the publically owned parking lot at 17th Street between Folsom and Shotwell. Join us in a visioning exercise for the site, to determine how the parking lot should be developed. Free event. Activities for kids, music, art, sports, raffle. Information regarding healthy living and health resources.
Organized by The Mission Anti-Displacement Coalition
Information: (MAC) 415-282-3334 ext 24 missionantidisplacement.blogspot.com

San Francisco Tomorrow Picnic
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: Jack Rabbit Picnic Area. Candlestick Point State Recreation Area, San Francisco
What: Join San Francisco Tomorrow for lunch at noon. Enjoy walking tours to view the natural features and wildlife. San Francisco Tomorrow is against Senator Mark Leno's bill SB 792 which allow the State to sell 25 percent of Candlestick Point State park for development.
Information: Jane Morrison 415- 564-1482

3rd Annual Anti-Hate Speech SF Rally
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
2 p.m.
Where: Clear Channel Radio 340 Townsend Street, San Francisco
What: Rally-demonstration Call for a halt to hate speech in the media. Community groups ask the FCC to open Docket on Hate Speech and NTIA to update 1993 report "The Role of Telecommunications in Hate Crimes"

The National Parks: Our American Landscape
When: August 15, 2009 - Saturday
2 to 3:30 p.m.
Where: Borders at Stonestown Galleria, 233 Winston Drive, San Francisco
What: Photographer Ian Shiver will talk about his experience and sign copies of his new book "The National Parks: Our American Landscape". A percentage of the proceeds will go to NPCA.
Information: takeaction@npca.org

August 17, 2009 - Monday

*Board of Supervisors - Public Safety Committee
When: August 17, 2009 - Monday
11 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Item Off Agenda: San Francisco's public safety conditions on citywide crime levels.
Members: David Chiu, Ross Mirkarimi, Michela Alioto-Pier

*Stop Evictions of Children: Rally/Hearing
When: August 17, 2009 - Monday
Noon to 3 p.m.
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Support legislation to limit "owner move-in" evictions. Support legislation by Supervisor Eric Mar to prohibit Landlord or Owner Move in evictions of households with children. Supporters include Coleman Advocates for Children, SOMCAN, Chinatown CDC, St. Peter's Housing Committee, Housing Rights Committee and the SF Tenants Union.
Information: sara@hrcsf.org

*Board of Supervisors: - Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: August 17, 2009 - Monday
1 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Legislation to limit "owner move-in" evictions
Members: Sophie Maxwell, Eric Mar and David Chiu

Congresswoman Barbara Lee
When: August 17, 2009 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Congresswoman Barbara Lee will discuss her book "Renegade for Peace and Justice: Congresswoman Barbara Lee Speaks for Me". $18. non-members

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Monthly Meeting
When: August 17, 2009 - Monday
7 to 8 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk @ Washington
What: San Francisco Fire Department will be discussing household and neighborhood safety and DPW will be discussing the upcoming reconstruction of California Street (from Van Ness to Drumm), the new blight ordinance and abatement plans for unwanted newspapers, flyers and menus.

August 18, 2009 - Tuesday

*Justice for Immigrant Youth. Press conference and rally
When: August 18, 2009 - Tuesday
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Join members of the Board of Supervisors, youth and state leaders in introducing legislation to stop deporting San Francisco youth without due process. Attendees have been asked to wear black.
Information and to rsvp : lily@arabororganizing.org

*HANC - Neighborhood Movie Night
When: August 18, 2009 - Tuesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Red Vic Movie House, 1727 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: First neighborhood movie night. Two films reflects HANC's long standing history of and commitment to urban sustainability and environmentally sound planning with a showing of:
  • "A Convenient Truth: Urban Solutions from Curitiba, Brazil"
  • "The Story of Stuff"
$3.
Information: hanc-sf.org

August 19, 2009 - Wednesday

*Stop Destroying Medi-Cal and Healthcare for Poor and Working-Class Californians
When: August 19, 2009 - Wednesday
9 a.m.
Where: Federal Building, 450 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Health advocates are suing California to restore Medi-Cal patients' "optional benefits".
Information: 415-215-7575

*Debra Stein - Public Celebration
When: August 19, 2009 - Wednesday
5 p.m.
Where: North Light Court, San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: Public celebration of Debra's life. In celebration of Debra's love of good food, guests are invited to bring something to share.

*On the Trail: Kamala 2010
When: August 19, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Bloodhound, 1145 Folsom, San Francisco
What: Join Seth Steward, Nicole Crosby, Nancy Tung and Joseph Kim for an event in support of Kamala Harris and her 2010 bid for California Attorney General.
Information sethsteward@gmail.com

*Neighborhood Design Workshop - Mission Street and Santa Rosa
When: August 19, 2009 - Wednesday
5:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Where: 19th Corpus Christi Social Hall, 1599 Alemany, San Francisco
What: Attend workshop regarding new mural at Central Drug Store. The theme of this mural will be the history, future, and legacy of the Excelsior neighborhood. Mural project is sponsored by SF Clean City in partnership with Precita Eyes Muralists. It is funded by a Community Challenge Grant.
Information: info@cleancity.com

*Noe Valley Democratic Club - Sixth Annual Celebrate Summer Fundraiser
When: August 19, 2009 - Wednesday
6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Basso's Restaurant, 3782 24th Street (at Church Street), San Francisco
What: Hors d'oeuvres. No-host bar. Auction being held with auctioneer Laura Spanjian. Up for bids will be luncheon engagement with the following: Public Defender Jeff Adachi, Supervisor Bevan Dufty, Senator Mark Leno, DCCC Chair Aaron Peskin and Assessor-Recorder Phil Ting. Also to be auctioned off is a weekend getaway in Sonoma, contributed by BJ Droubi. There will be a raffle with items contributed by Jeff Adachi, Kamala Harris, Rebecca Prozan and Whole Foods. $35.
Information and RSVP :andy@ffrsf.com

August 20, 2009 - Thursday

*Supervisor Eric Mar - Coffee Hour
When: August 20, 2009 - Thursday
11 a.m. to Noon
Where: Nani's Coffee Shop, 2739 Geary Blvd., San Francisco
What: Come talk to Supervisor Eric Mar.
Information: marstaff@sfgov.org

*McKinley Square Visioning Meeting
When: August 20, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Rec Center Auditorium, 801 Arkansas Street, between 22nd Street and 23rd Street, San Francisco
What: Attend a community meeting hosted by the San Francisco Rec and Park Department to discuss the future of McKinley Square.
Information: parks.sfgov.org

*Gavin Newsom - Candidate for Governor Town Hall Meeting
When: August 20, 2009 - Thursday
6 to 8 p.m.
Where: Chemawa Middle School Gymnasium, 8830 Magnolia Avenue, Riverside, Ca.
What: Town Hall Meeting
Information: gavinnewsom.com/events rsvp3@gavinnewsom.com

*Booksmith - Peter Coyote
When: August 20, 2009 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Peter Coyote will discuss his book "Sleeping Where I Fall". Includes memories of the 60's including the Diggers and Golden Gate Park.
Information: booksmith.com

August 21, 2009 - Friday

*BART Groundbreaking Ceremony - Balboa Park (tentatively)
When: August 21, 2009 - Friday (this is dependent on Bart Strike)
10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Balboa Park Bart Station outside station - North end at Ocean Avenue , San Francisco
What: Join Bart and their Project Partners to celebrate BART's "First-To-Break-Ground" stimulus-funded project Balboa Park Station Westside Entrance and Walkway Groundbreaking Ceremony.
RSVP information: mburke@bart.gov


Information:

San Francisco Board of Supervisors - Will be in recess from August 19, 2009 through September 8, 2009. There are no regularly scheduled Board and Committee meetings from August 19, 2009 through September 8, 2009. The next regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting, after recess will be held on Tuesday, September 15, 2009.

Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club endorsed Jose Cisneros, Dennis Herrera and Props B, C and E.

Steven Moss - candidate for Supervisor in District 10 - email: steven@moss.net

San Francisco Ballot Measures this November 3, 2009
Charter Amendments:
A- Budget Process
B - Board of Supervisors Aides
Ordinances:
C - Candlestick Park Naming Rights
D - Mid-Market Special Sign District
E - Advertisement on City Property

Something to look forward to: Straw Poll 2010 - Date: October 18, 2009 San Mateo Democratic Central Committee Fundraiser. Straw poll for Governor, Lt. Governor, Attorney General, Insurance Commissioner. (that means Gavin Newsom, Kamala Harris, Michela Alioto-Pier) Last straw poll event had over 1,000 people. Sounds like fun and could be interesting. Music, speeches and booths. $25.
South San Francisco Conference Center, 255 South Airport Blvd., South San Francisco, Ca.
Information: strawpoll2010.org


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