Picture taken at Mission Dolores Park -
Cinco De Mayo - May 5, 2013
May 6, 2013 - Tuesday
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: May 6, 2013 - Tuesday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Youth Commission
When: May 6, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: (note address) Ernest Ingold Boys and Girls Club, Gym, 1950 Page Street, San Francisco
Commissioners: Nicholas Persky, Paul Monge-Rodriguez, Rachel Brodwin, Christine Huynh, Sarah Armstrong, Angela Carrion, Brian Chu, Kyron Covington, Ramon Gomez, Alex Guzman-Ramos, Ily Marshall-Fricker, Mia Tu Mutch, Vee Taumoepeau, Eric Wu, Ariel Yu
Information: sfbos.org
Excelsior Action Group Quarterly Community Meeting
When: May 6, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Excelsior Action, 35 San Juan Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Excelsior Action for quarterly community-wide meeting. Meet neighbors, learn about EAG's work, hear updates about projects and share ideas for the neighborhood. Topics include in-depth updates and sessions on the Persia Triangle Project. Dinner provided.
Information: atnagbavani@eagsf.org
Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - Public Safety Committee meeting
When: May 6, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What: HVNA Public Safety Committee. Topic of discussion will be how the residents can help the Police Department when situations like the Boston Bombings happen in San Francisco. What should people do and what should they not do? Captain Greg McEachren will provide literature and will lead the discussion of what residents can do to help.
Information: hayesvalleysf.org
May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency Board of Directors and Parking Authority Commission
When: May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
SFMTA Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Cheryl Brinkman, Leona Bridges, Malcolm Heinicke, Jerry Lee, Joel Ramos, Christina Rubke
Information: sfmta.com
San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, London Breed, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org
Entertainment Commission
When: May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissoners: John Newlin, Audrey Joseph, Glendon Hyde, Steven Lee, Al Perez, Bryant Tan, Naomi Akers
Information: sfgov2.org
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - The Affordable Care Act
When: May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: The Affordable Care Act will be fully enacted on January 1, 2014. Hear Bonnie Preston MSPH, Outreach and Policy Specialist at the US department of Health and Human Services discuss the basics about the federal law and the state's exchange.
Patricia McGinnis, Executive Director of California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform will approach the issue from a senior perspective.
Sumi Sousa, Officer of Policy Development and Coverage Programs at San Francisco Health Plan
Information: phdemclub.org
May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org
Budget and Finance Committee
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Police Commission
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julius Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org
SPUR - The Space Between Home and School
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Redefining the roles of home and community is critical to academic success for our future leaders. Join SPUR for an in-depth look at how urban planning can improve access to quality education in San Francisco. Co-presented by Parents of Public Schools - San Francisco
Richard Carranza - Superintendent, San Francisco Unified School District
Ingrid Seyer-Ochl, Center for Urban Schools and Partnerships at Mills College
$10. for non-members
Information: spur.org
Alliance for Jobs and Sustainable Growth - Katy Tang
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Park Chalet Garden Restaurant, 1000 Great Highway, San Francisco
What: Alliance for Jobs and Sustainable Growth's fundraiser of Supervisor Katy Tang - candidate for supervisor in District 4.
Suggested Contributions: $100., $250., $500.
RSVP: RSVP@katytang.com
San Francisco Young Democrats - Comprehensive Immigration Reform
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: In depth discussion of the need for and potential impacts of comprehensive immigration reform in the United States. How will reform impact local communities? How will reform affect young people in the state and across the country?
Guest panelists:
Supervisor David Campos
David Bacon - Writer/Photojournalist
Information: sfyd.org
McLaren Collaborative meeting
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Crocker Amazon Clubhouse (Moscow and Italy Street) San Francisco
What: McLaren Collaborative meeting. The public is invited to listen and share ideas for community project and improvements to McLaren Park. This month's meeting, chaired by Save McLaren Park's Tom Scott. Topics will cover upcoming events, park issues and an interactive discussion on bringing more events to the Jerry Garcia Amphitheater. Recreation and Park Department will share discussions with the non-profit Levitt Foundation for a locally focused performance series. Also, updates will be given about the free to public entertainment series named "Saturday in the Park-McLaren Park" scheduled to take place on Saturdays from mid-August to late October.
Information: 415-585-8005
May 9, 2013 - Thursday
Bike to Work Day - Supervisor Eric Mar
When: May 9, 2013 - Thursday
7:45 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Where: The Blue Danube, 306 Clement Street, San Francisco bike down Arguello to the Panhandle, the new bike lane on Oak Street and the Wiggle to Market Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor Eric Mar - Bike to Work Day. District 1 Commuter Convoy.
Information: Eric.L.Mar@sfgov.org
Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: May 9, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Planning Commission
When: May 9, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissoners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Housing Authority
When: May 9, 2013 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: 440 Turk Street, San Francisco
Authority: Joaquin Torres, Jaci Fong, Phil Arnold, Eric Fleming, Patricia Thomas, Ted Yamasaki
Information: sfha.org
Human Rights Commission
When: May 9, 2013 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
Commissioners: Michael Sweet, Douglas Chan, Susan Christian, Sheryl Evans Davis, Mark Kelleher, Faye Woo Lee, Todd Mavis, Michael Pappas, Richard Pio Roda
Information: sfgov.org/sfhumanrights
May 10, 2013 - Friday
Inner Sunset Community Hall: Potluck, discussions, storytime
When: May 10, 2013 - Friday
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
7:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. - Community discussion.
8:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. - Storytime!
Where: St John's Rec Hall, 1290 5th Avenue, San Francisco
What: First Inner Sunset Community Hall of 2013. Everybody is welcome. Bring a dish to share - plus plates and utensils, raise and/or join any number of Inner Sunset-related discussions, and end the night with an intimate storytelling session for all ages.
Information: info@inner-sunset.org
Powerful Images + Alluring Objects - Fundraiser for Sunday Streets
When: May 10, 2013 - Friday
9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Where: 111 Minna, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco
What: Nexus ArtReach partners with the Deyoung Museum host fundraiser for Sunday Streets.
Emcee: Amy Fray
Music: Dj Lamont
Guest Speakers include Supervisor John Avalos, Susan King, Tom Radulovich
Live painting, raffle Drawing and more!
Suggested donations at the door.
Information: sundaystreetssf.com
May 11, 2013 - Saturday
Bernal Heights Community Congress
When: May 11, 2013 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Bernal Heights Community Congress. Breakout sessions: Public Housing Working Group, Youth Summit Organizing/Youth-Police Relations, Neighborhood Safety/Block Group Organizing, Senior Health and Public Safety
Information: bhnc.org
NOPA Block Party
When: May 11, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. - Family Activities
Noon to 5:00 p.m. - Live bands
Where: Lyon between Hayes and Grove. San Francisco
What: NOPA Block Party .
Sponsors: Parkside Market, Mollie Poe, Jackie Tom, Jennifer Rosdail, The Independent, Whole Foods-Nopa, Nopalto, Bi-Rite Grocery, Bistro Central Parc, Rock the Bike, BASA Collective
Information: nopaplus@groups.facebook.com
Visitacion Valley Planning Alliance
When: May 11, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: Visitacion Valley Branch Library, Community Meeting Room, Corner of Leland and Rutland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Visitacion Valley Planning Alliance. Will discuss the important issues of pedestrian and traffic safety, as well as improvements to MUNI, the Geneva Extension and other transportation proposals and streetscape beautification projects in the Valley.
Paul Chasan, San Francisco Planning Department urban planner and other members will present an update on the Green Connections project. Several options for a Green Connection along Leland Avenue from the library to McLaren Park that will link to other neighborhoods, as well as provide safer conditions for pedestrians and traffic. Feedback on the design options is welcome, discussion on next steps for the project.
Transportation Effectiveness Project (TEP). Discussion on how to improve public transit in Visitacion Valley, particularly the 8X.
Update on other issues of importance in the Valley including Grocery Outlet and Autoreturn/prolosis/MTA
May 12, 2013 - Sunday
Mother's Day
May 13, 2013 - Monday
Budget Town Hall - Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisors Jane Kim, London Breed
When: May 13, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Main Library in Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Budget Town Hall 2013 Meeting. Join Mayor Ed Lee, Supervisors Jane Kim, London Breed. People will have a chance to voice their concerns to City officials about what matters most.
Alice B. Toklas Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual Transgender Democratic Club - Membership meeting.
When: May 13, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
Information: alicebtoklas.org
May 14, 2013 - Tuesday
Congrats Hene Kelly - New CA Democratic Party Region 6 Director
When: May 14, 2013 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Steins, 731 Clement Street, San Francisco
What: Hene Kelly was recently elected to Region 6 Director for the California Democratic Party. A fundraiser (DCCC) and celebration for her achievement. Come show your friendship, gratitude and support for Hene!
Castro Street Design - Open House
When: May 14, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Market and Noe Center, 2278 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Castro Street Design. Final conceptual design for Castro Street Design will be unveiled.
City staff will be on hand to answer questions and listen to your thoughts on the conceptual design.
Event is co-sponsored by the Castro/Upper Market Community Benefits District, the Merchants of Upper Market and Castro and the Castro/Eureka Valley Neighborhood Association
Information: Nick Perry - San Francisco Planing Department nicholas.perry@sfgov.org
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - PAC Meeting
When: May 14, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
Information: milkclub.org
May 15, 2013 - Wednesday
San Francisco Tomorrow - Annual Awards Dinner
When: May 15, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. Reception
7:00 p.m. Dinner
Where: (note venue) The Canton Restaurant, 665 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Tomorrow Annual Awards Dinner. Come hear:
Rudy Nothenberg, retired Chief Administrative Officer of City and County of San Francisco speaker "Open Waterfront or Warriors on Piers 30-32".
Jack Morrison Lifetime Achievement Award: Bruce Brugmann, former editor-in-chief and co-founder San Francisco Bay Guardian.
Unsung Hero Awards will be presented to Larry Bush - Editor of the on-line Citi-Report and co-founder of Friends of Ethics and Jon Gollinger, President of the Telegraph Dwellers.
Mail your reservation and check by Monday May 13, to San Francisco Tomorrow c/o Jane Morrison, 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco 94117 or call Jane 415-564-1482.
Dinner only: $55. Sponsor - one dinner $80.
San Francisco Latino Democratic Club - Monthly Meeting
When: May 15, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Eric Quezada Center for Cultural and Politics, 518 Valencia Street, San Francisco
Information: sflatinodemocraticclub.com
May 16, 2013 - Thursday
Quest for Peace and Justice: Mothers, Youth
When: May 16, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City College of Mission Campus, Margaret Cruz Room 108, 1125 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: As we celebrate Mother' Day it is a bittersweet time since some mothers have lost one or more of their children to senseless violence. Progressive Women Rising is hosting a panel discussion focusing on their tragic occurrence and what we can do to obtain justice for those lost and strategies to prevent future violence.
Panelists:
Alexandra Berliner - Youth
Paulette Brown - The Healing Circle
Elsa Casillas - The Healing Circle
Dr. Monique Lesarre
Mattie Scott-Healing - 4 Our Families and Our Nation
Panel moderated by Christina Olague. Donations welcome.
Information: SFPWR.2013@gmail.com
May 19, 2013 - Sunday
Bay to Breakers - baytobreakers.com
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April 29, 2013 - Monday
Bradley Manning - Protest
When: April 29, 2013 - Monday
5:00 p.m.
Where: Outside SF Pride Office, 1841 Market Street, San Francisco
What: A group of gay activists have called a protest against the San Francisco Pride Committee's rescinding of naming Bradley Manning as a Grand Marshal.
Central City Democrats Anniversary Celebrating Seven Years
When: April 29, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Apartments, 201 Turk Street, Community Room, San Francisco
What: 7th Anniversary and Celebration of Central City Democrats. Awards ceremony, guest speakers, board elections, door prizes and refreshments
Recognition Awards:
Alysabeth Alexander: Dynamic Excellence Award
Jazzie Collins: Senior Advocate Award
Denise Dorey: Political Documentaries Award
Nella Manuel: Constituent Representative Award
Justin Morgan: Democrat Extraordinaire Award
Walter Paulson: Political Entertainment Award
Joseph Thomas: Food Justice Award
Bruce Wolfe: Open Government Award
Organizers of the event are:
Michael Nulty, President
David Elliott Lewis - lst Vice President
Marvis Phillips - 2nd Vice President
Dennis Isner - Secretary
Susan Bryan - Treasurer
Otto Duffy - Member at Large
Dean Clark - Member at Large
Co-Sponsors: North of Market Business Association, Tip Top Market.
Information: 415-339-8683
April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting. Speak up for safety at a Polk Street Community meeting.
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Women for Katy
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Chambers Eat and Drink, 601 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Supervisor Katy Tang - District 4. Hear about her plans for District 4 and her campaign.
Co-hosted:
Carmen Chu, Alix Rosenthal, Fiona Ma, Malia Cohen, London Breed, Leslie Katz, Mary Jung, Zoe Dunning, Leah Pimentel, Kat Anderson, Meagan Levitan, Melanie Nutter, Suzy Loftus, Rebecca Prozan, Megan Hamilton, Andrea Bruss, Catherine Rauschuber, Sunny Angulo, Trisha Prashad
Musical entertainment: Tamo (Space Cowboys/DJTamo.com
Suggested Contribution $100., $250., $500.
RSVP: RSVP@katytang.com
Donation: katytang.com
San Francisco History Association - David Talbot - "Season of the Witch"
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Saint Philips Roman Catholic Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco History Association - David Talbot will speak , founder of Salon.com and author of "Season of the Witch" - a history of San Francisco during the turbulent period between the 1960's and early 1980's.
$5. admission for nonmembers.
Information: sanfranciscohistory.org
May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Committee
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org
Rise For May Day!
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
3:00 p.m.
Where: 24th Street and Mission Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco March. Rise for May Day. Workers, youth, families and communities for Equal Justice, Immigrants Will Rise!
Contact: Josue.ywu@gmail.com or Amber@sflaborcouncil.com
Sunshine Ordinance Task Force
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Task Force: Richard Knee, Kitt Grant, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, David Sims, Todd David, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Bruce Oka, Ex-officio - Angela Calvillo
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Police Commission
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julius Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org
Manhattanization of Potrero Hill?
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
Where: Slovenian Hall, 2101 Mariposa Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting. MUNA and Verdi Club want to talk about What Controls are there to manage the development plans for Potrero Hill and the city's eastern neighborhoods. These changes affect you. Come and learn about them. Discussion includes 480 Potrero.
Hosts: MUNA and Verdi Club
Guests: Malia Cohen, District 10 Supervisor
Adam Varat, San Francisco Planning Department
Information: sfmuna.org
FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Katy Tang
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Western Addition Library, 1550 Scott Street, San Francisco
What: FDR Democratic Club monthly meeting - Supervisor Katy Tang from District 4.
Katy Tang will discuss her vision for the Sunset, and the importance of senior and disability concerns.
Information: fdrdemclub.org
May 2, 2013 - Thursday
Yerba Buena Alliance - Neighborhood Meeting
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
8:45 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Where: African Diaspora, 685 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Yerba Buena Alliance - Yerba Buena neighborhood meeting. From the agenda includes:
MOAD Events, exhibits and programs, Mexican Museum public information on its future home in Yerba Buena. Novela opening, formerly Fluid Lounge, 662 Mission Street,
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Warriors Arena update. Refreshments provided.
RSVP info@yerbabuena.org
Planning Commission
When: May 2, 2013 - 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
Neighborhood Services and Safety Committee
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Campos, Eric Mar, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org
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EMERGE California - Annual Event
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. General Reception and Program
Where: San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: EMERGE California Annual Event. Recognizing Senator Barbara Boxer as their Woman of the Year.
General Tickets $100. upward
Information: emergeca.org/events
League of Women Voters of San Francisco - Women Who Could be President
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Club, 155 Sansome Street, 10th Floor, San Francisco
What: League of Women Voters of San Francisco Annual Gala - "Women Who Could be President". Honoring exceptional women who have demonstrated exemplary leadership and service in the community:
Bonnie J. Addario
Nancy Hellman Bechtle
Naomi M. Kelly
Nancy E. Pfund
Christine Pelosi
League Member $100.
Non-League Member $155. (can include a one-year membership in the League)
RSVP lwvsf@lwvsf.org SFVotes.org
May 3, 2013 - Friday
The Children's Fund Community Planning Conference
When: May 3, 2013 - Friday
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: College Track, 4301 Third Street, San Francisco
What: The Children's Fund Community Planning Conference. The San Francisco Children's Fund was passed in 1991 as the Children's Amendment to the City Charter. It is time to prepare for the next re-authorization in 2014. Let's make history again, and make San Francisco's next Children's Amendment the best children's legislation. Sponsored by the newly formed Children's Funding Community Coalition with co-chairs Diane Gray, Sarah Wan, Mario Paz, Jessica Mele and Fonda Davison - 50 agencies strong.
Come to working conference to discuss key issues:
Governance and oversight of the Children's Fund
Coordination of children's services city-wide
Authentic community input into a children's services plan.
Target population for funding.
Improving accountability and outcomes.
Administering and staffing the funding allocation process.
Crating a Service Provide Advisory board.
Information: Chelsea Boilard at cboilard@colemanadvocates.org or Margaret Brodkin at margaret@margaretbrodkins.com
RSVP to ensure lunch.
May 4, 2013 - Saturday
Mayor Lee and Supervisors - Town hall Series on City's Budget - Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos
When: May 4, 2013 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: Town hall Series on City's Budget District 8 and District 9 with Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos
Information: sfmayor.org/budget
May 5, 2013 - Sunday
Mission Anti-Gentrification Block Party
When: May 5, 2013 - Sunday
1:00 p.m.
Where: 16th Street and Mission BART Plaza, San Francisco
What: Anti-Gentrification Block Party. In the last several decades, thousands of people have been displaced from the Mission District due to evictions, high rents, rising cost of living, transportation costs and lack of access to employment and education. Join with Mission residents to speak out and gather to build a culture of resistance against gentrification in San Francisco. Rally Support for in the works facing eviction. ITW (intheworkssf.wordpress.com) are facing eviction. Come to block party to rally support for ITW and let them know they are not alone . Pizza donated by Arizmendi, tacos by Food Not Bombs.
Guest speakers include members of the Housing Rights Committee, POOR News, Homes Not Jails
Live Music performances, Live Poetry performances.
May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
Potrero Hill Democratic Club - The Affordable Care Act
When: May 7, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: The Affordable Care Act will be fully enacted on January 1, 2014. Hear Bonnie Preston MSPH, Outreach and Policy Specialist at the US department of Health and Human Services discuss the basics about the federal law and the state's exchange.
Patricia McGinnis, Executive Director of California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform will approach the issue from a senior perspective.
Information: phdemclub.org
May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
Alliance for Jobs and Sustainable Growth - Katy Tang
When: May 8, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Park Chalet Garden Restaurant, 1000 Great Highway, San Francisco
What: Alliance for Jobs and Sustainable Growth's fundraiser of Supervisor Katy Tang - candidate for supervisor in District 4.
Suggested Contributions: $100., $250., $500.
RSVP: RSVP@katytang.com
May 10, 2013 - Friday
Powerful Images + Alluring Objects - Fundraiser for Sunday Streets
When: May 10, 2013 - Friday
9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.
Where: 111 Minna, 111 Minna Street, San Francisco
What: Nexus ArtReach partners with the Deyoung Museum host fundraiser for Sunday Streets.
Emcee: Amy Fray
Music: Dj Lamont
Guest Speakers include Supervisor John Avalos, Susan King, Tom Radulovich
Live painting, raffle Drawing and more!
Suggested donations at the door.
Information: sundaystreetssf.com
May 11, 2013 - Saturday
Bernal Heights Community Congress
When: May 11, 2013 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center, 515 Cortland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Bernal Heights Community Congress. Breakout sessions: Public Housing Working Group, Youth Summit Organizing/Youth-Police Relations, Neighborhood Safety/Block Group Organizing, Senior Health and Public Safety
Information: bhnc.org
May 12, 2013 - Sunday
Mother's Day
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April 22, 2013 - Monday
Fight for Rent Control
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
Noon
Where: San Francisco City Hall, Polk Street Steps, San Francisco
What: Fight for Rent Control. Join the League of Young Voters and every tenant group in the city to fight back the latest attack on rent control.
Information: sf@theleague.com
Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
1:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Land Use and Economic Development Committee. On the agenda: TIC amendments
Supervisors: Scott Wiener, Jane Kim, David Chiu
Information: sfbos.org
Ethics Commission
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commisioners: Beverly Hayon, Benedict Hur, Dorothy S. Liu, Paul Renne, Jamienne S. Studley
Information: sfethics.org
Mayor Lee and Supervisors - Town hall Series on City's Budget - Malia Cohen and John Avalos
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Southeast Community Facility, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Town hall Series on City's Budget District 10 and District 11 with Supervisor Malia Cohen and Supervisor John Avalos
Information: sfmayor.org/budget
D5 Action - CEQA and TIC/Condo
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Park Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: D5 Action meeting. Discussion: CEQA and TIC/Condo
Information: D5Action.org
San Francisco Labor Council - Special Guests
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Plumber's Hall, 1621 Market Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Labor Council meeting. Special Guests: A delegation of trade unionists from Morocco and Tuni who participated in the Jasmine Revolution in Tunisia which led to the "Arab Spring" uprising in 2011. These trade unionists are excited to meet labor leaders and activists from the United States. The meeting is open to interested members of the public.
Information: sflaborcouncil.org
Westside Democratic Club - Supervisor Katy Tang
When: April 22, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Taraval Police Community Room, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Come meet our newest member of the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, Katy Tang of the Sunset's District 4.
RSVP: sfwestsidedems@gamil.com
April 23, 2013 - Tuesday
Board of Supervisors
When: April 23, 2013 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, London Breed, David Campos, Malia Cohen, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Katy Tang, Scott Wiener, Norman Yee
Information: sfbos.org
Port Commission
When: April 23, 2013 - Tuesday
3:15 p.m.
Where: Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco
Commissioners: Doreen Woo Ho, Kimberly Brandon, Willie Adams, Leslie Katz, Mel Murphy
Information: sf-port.org
April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
Budget and Finance Sub-Committee
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos
Information: sfbos.org
Budget and Finance Committee
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
1:00 p.m.
Supervisors: Mark Farrell, Eric Mar, John Avalos, London Breed, Scott Wiener
Information: sfbos.org
City and School District Select Committee - Special Meeting
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
4:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Special Meeting. Summer Jobs Plus initiative and Summer School Programming,
Hearing: Prop. H Expenditure Plan and Reauthorization and Children's Fund Status and Reauthorization
Supervisors: Jane Kim, John Avalos, Mark Farrell
Commissioners: Hydra B. Mendoza, Rachel Norton, Jill Wynns
Information: sfbos.org
Commission on the Status of Women - Commission Meeting
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 408, San Francisco
Commissioners: Julie Soo, Nancy Kirshner-Rodriguez, Alicia Gamez, Kay Gulbengay, Rebecca Prowda, Andrea Shorter
Information: sfgov3.org
Police Commission
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesdy
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, Julius M. Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, Suzy Loftus
Information: sanfranciscopolice.org
San Francisco Democratic Party - Monthly Meeting
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: 455 Golden Gate Avenue, Milton Marks Auditorium, San Francisco
County Central Committee: 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 Manderlman, Eric Mar, Trevor McNeil, Carole Migden, Leah Pimentel, Alix Rosenthal, Arlo Hale Smith, Scott Wiener. Ex-Officio Members: Senator Dianne Feinstein, U. House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, Rep. Jackie Speier, Attorney General Kamala Harris, State Senator Leland Yee, State Senator Mark Leno, Assemblyman Tom Ammiano
Information: sfdemocrats.org
Community Housing Partnership - A Night with the Stars Through the Decades
When: April 24, 2013 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. - Show Begins
Where: Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What: A Night with the Stars. Talented tenants and community members, all of whom have experience homelessness, take you through the decades with music from the 1960's to today. All proceeds benefit Community Housing Partnership.
Building Together Awards - Leadership San Francisco.
Raymond James
The Mayor's Office of HOPE
Emcees: Dave Clark, Anchor, KTVU-TV and Fabiola Kramsky-Gascon, Anchor, Univision
Entertainment: Five talented individuals, Cardinalidae, DJ Dave Gillis, Bay Music and Entertainment
General Admission $60. View of show and a dessert reception - 9:00 p.m.
Information and Ticket Information: anightwiththestars-sf.org
April 25, 2013 - Thursday
Government Audit and Oversight Committee
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
10:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
Supervisors: Malia Cohen, Katy Tang, David Campos
Information: sfbos.org
Planning Commission
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
Noon
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Ciny Wu, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Hathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfbos.org
San Francisco Housing Authority
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: 440 Turk Street, San Francisco
Authority: Joaquin Torres, Jaci Fong, Phil Arnold, Eric Fleming, Patrica Thomas, Ted Yamasaki
Information: sfha.org
Community College - Board of Trustees Meeting
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Multi-Use Building, Room 140, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco
Trustees: John Rizzo, Anita Grier, Natalie Berg, Chris Jackson, Rafael Mandelman, Steve Ngo, Lawrence Wong, William Walker - Student Trustee
Information: ccsf.edu
Streetscape work on Cesar Chavez Street
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Flynn School, 3125 Cesar Chavez St., San Francisco
What: Community meeting about the streetscape work being done on Cesar Chavez Street.
Information: Frances Taylor duck.taylor@yahoo.com
Richmond District Democratic Club - Meeting - Washington 8 and CEQA Legislation
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. Note: (meeting starting 1/2 hour early)
Where: Richmond District Police Station, Community Room, 461 - 6th Avenue, SF
What: Washington 8 discussion:
Guest speakers: Jon Golinger of No Wall on the Waterfront
Former Planning Commissioner Alec Bash speaking in favor of 8 Washington.
There will also be a discussion on CEQA legislation from Scott Wiener's office and Jane Kim office.
There will also be elections for 2013-2014 Executive Board.
Information: sfrddc@gmail.com
Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center's Sunset Soiree Celebration and Fundraiser
When: April 25, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Zellerbach Mansion, 1550 Fell Street, San Francisco
What: Join Honorary Hosts Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, House Democratic Leader, Congresswoman Jackie Speier and the Friends of Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center at the Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center's Sunset Soiree celebration and fundraiser.
Featuring Emcee/auctioneer Michael Capozzola, Djs from SNBC's Urban Music Program, Silent and live auctions, 2 hosted bars, Raffle. Delicious hors d'oeuvres and desserts.
Tickets $125. snbc.org
Information: 415-759-3690 x 7304
April 27, 2013 - Saturday
SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting. Speak up for safety at Polk Street Community meeting.
Source: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition - facebook
Discussion on the proposed streetscape for Valencia between Cesar Chavez and Mission
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Cultural Center, 2868 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Discussion on the proposed streetscape for Valencia between Cesar Chavez and Mission
Information: missionvalenciagreengateway.eventbrite.com
Beyond Differences: Fourth Annual Family BBQ
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Mill Valley Community Center, 180 Camino Alto, Mill Valley, Ca.
What: Beyond Differences Fourth Annual Family BBQ. Teens in Action to end social isolation. No One eats alone.
Guest Emcee: Dave Clark - co-anchor "KTVU Channel 2 Morning News"
Special Greetings - Mary Jane Burke, Marin County Superintendent of Schools.
Featuring an original theatrical presentation by the Beyond Difference Teen Board and Leadership Academy Training Program.
Steel Jam Interactive Steel Drum Experience, The Bubblesmith, Sterling Johnson.
Tickets $25. per person. $50. per family.
Information: dealingkidsbackin2013.eventbrite.com
African American Democratic Club
When: April 27, 2013 - Saturday
Noon - Sign-in and Candidate Statements
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Election
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: African American Democratic Club Membership Elections. Must have been a member for 60 days.
Information: aadcsf..com
April 28, 2013 - Sunday
Help McClaren Park's 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
8:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: Louis Sutter Clubhouse (near Wayland and University Street, park entrance).
What: Help McClaren Park's 4th Annual Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser. All you can eat pancake, sausage, fruit, milk, juice, coffee and tea. $10 for adults, $5. for children.
Information: helpmlpark.weebly.com
Glen Park Festival
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco's Glen Park Village, along Diamond Street between Bosworth and Chenery, as well as extending down Wilder Street, San Francisco
What: Glen Park Festival. A Neighborhood Tradition to Support the Glen Park Community. Live music. Great food. Raffle prizes.
Information: glenparkfestival.com
Public Education and Our Right to the City
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Community School, 125 Excelsior Street, San Francisco
What: Public Education and Our Right to the City. An Intersectoral Analysis and Exchange.
Join Teachers 4 Social Justice, the Center for Political Education, the Vampire Slayers, and Rethinking Schools for a critical dialogue on the intersection between school closures, the current attacks on City College of San Francisco, the forces of gentrification.
Pauline Lipman, an activists scholar on the coordinating committee of Teachers for Social Justice in Chicago, and a nationally recognized analyst of the school closure epidemic and the connection between school closing and gentrification.
Source: Facebook - The Center for Political Education
2013 Bayview Hunters Point YMCA Crab Feed Fundraiser
When: April 28, 2013 - Sunday
5:00 pm. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Bayview YMCA Gym, 1601 Lane Street, San Francisco
What: 1st Annual Crab Feed Dinner Bayview Hunters Point YMCA. All you can eat salad, bread, garlic noodles and crab. Beer/wine/soda also for sale. All proceeds benefit the Bayview Hunters Point YMCA Sports Program.
Tickets: 2013bayviewcrafbeed.eventbrite.com $43.19
April 29, 2013 - Monday
Central City Democrats Anniversary Celebrating Seven Years
When: April 29, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Apartments, 201 Turk Street, Community Room, San Francisco
What: 7th Anniversary and Celbration of Central City Democrats. Awards ceremony, guest speakers, board elections, door prizes and refreshments
Recognition Awards:
Alysabeth Alexander: Dynamic Excellence Award
Jazzie Collins: Senior Advocate Award
Denise Dorey: Political Documentaries Award
Nella Manuel: Constituent Representative Award
Justin Morgan: Democrat Extraordinaire Award
Walter Paulson: Political Entertainment Award
Joseph Thomas: Food Justice Award
Bruce Wolfe: Open Government Award
Organizers of the event are:
Michael Nulty, President
David Elliott Lewis - lst Vice President
Marvis Phillips - 2nd Vice President
Dennis Isner - Secretary
Susan Bryan - Treasurer
Otto Duffy - Member at Large
Dean Clark - Member at Large
Co-Sponsors: North of Market Business Association, Tip Top Market.
Information: 415-339-8683
April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: First Congregational Church of San Francisco, 1300 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: SFMTA Polk Street Community Meeting. Speak up for safety at a Polk Street Community meeting.
Source: San Francisco Bicycle Coalition - Facebook
Women for Katy!
When: April 30, 2013 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Cambers eat + drink, 601 Eddy Street, San Francisco
What: "Women for Katy" - a fundrisor for Supervisor Katy Tang to support her campaign to defend her appointment to District 4 Supvisor. Meet Supervisor Tang and hear about her plans for District 4 and for her campaign.
Co-hosted by: Assessor Carmen Chu, Alix Rosenthal, Fiona Ma, Malia Cohen, London Breed, Leslie Katz, Mary Jung, Zoe Dunning, Leah Pimentel, Kat Anderson, Meagan Levitan, Melanie Nutter, Suzy Loftus, Rebecca Prozan, Megan Hamilton, Andrea Bruss, Catherine Rauschuber, Sunny Angulo, Trisha Prashad
Musical Entertainment by Tamo (Space Cowboys/DJTamo.com)
Suggested Contribution: $100., $150., $500.
Limited number of tickets available. Please RSVP by emailing RSVP@katytang.com
Donation: katytang.com
May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
FDR Democratic Club of San Francisco - Monthly Meeting
When: May 1, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Western Addtion Library, 1550 Scott Street, San Francisco
Information: fdrdems@gmail.com
May 2, 2013 - Thursday
EMERGE California - Annual Event
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. General Reception and Porgram
Where: San Francisco City Hall, San Francisco
What: EMERGE California Annual Event. Recognizing Senator Barbara Boxer as their Woman of the Year.
General Tickets $100. upward
Information: emergeca.org/events
League of Women Voters of San Francisco - Women Who Could be President
When: May 2, 2013 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: City Club, 155 Sansome Street, 10th Floor, San Francisco
What: League of Women Voters of San Franciscial Annual Gala - "Women Who Could be President". Honoring exceptional women who have demonstrated exemplary leadership and service in the community:
Bonnie J. Addario
Nancy Hellman Bechtle
Naomi M. Kelly
Nancy E. Pfund
Christine Pelosi
League Member $100.
Non-League Member $155. (can include a one-year membership in the League)
RSVP lwvsf@lwvsf.org SFVotes.org
May 4, 2013 - Saturday
Mayor Lee and Supervisors - Town hall Series on City's Budget - Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos
When: May 4, 2013 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez Elementary School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: Town hall Series on City's Budget District 8 and District 9 with Supervisors Scott Wiener and David Campos
Information: sfmayor.org/budget
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