Sunday, August 22, 2010

Debra Walker Headquarters Opening - District Six









On Saturday I attended the Headquarters Opening for Debra Walker, candidate for Supervisor in District 6.

On a sunny Saturday, an impressive crowd cheered on Debra Walker and heard from:

Hene Kelly, member of the DCCC: "I am  supporting  Debra Walker".   Debra is the choice of Teachers, Labor and the   San Francisco Party . Debra is the right choice".

State Senator Leland Yee:  "Debra embraces us all - she brings everybody together"

Assemblyman Tom Ammiano: "Debra is committed, thoughtful, Debra is a leader".

Mike Casey President of United Here! Local 2: "Debra Walker is on the front lines, she is a leader, she is what our City is going to be".

San Francisco Democratic Party Chair Aaron Peskin - "Nobody knows District 6 better than Debra Walker"

Information: Headquarters: 1017 Market Street @ 6th Street, San Francisco
voteDebraWalkaer@gmail.com

Pictures include:
Assemblyman Tom Ammiano and Hene Kelly
Mike Casey - President of Unite Here! Local 2
Jane Morrison


August 22, 2010 - Sunday


Sunday Streets - Great Highway
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Great Highway, San Francisco
Information: sundaystreetsf.com

Bert Hill for BART Board of Directors Bicycle Caravan
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: Sunday Streets: Meet at Stanyan and JFK to get a Bert for Bart sign for your bicycle.
What: Join Bert Hill and his team of bicycle and BART enthusiasts for a spin down JF Drive and along the Great Highway.  They will have signs on sticks and he will be wearing blue for Bert and BART.
Information: 415-860-7101

Rebecca Prozan - Happy Birthday Prozan.
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Liberties, 998 Guerrero Street, San Francisco
What: Rebecca Prozan's birthday.  No donations or gifts please.  Public event.
Information: rebeccaprozan.com

August 23, 2010 - Monday

Westside Democratic Club - Fall Endorsement Meeting
When: August 23, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: SFPD Taraval Station, 2345 24th Avenue, San Francisco
What: Fall endorsement meeting.
Information: info@wdcsf.org


August 24, 2010 - Tuesday


D10 Candidates Meet and   Greet
When: August 24, 2010 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Velma's, 2246 Jerrold Avenue, San Francisco
What: Concerned Citizens of the Southeast Sector have joined together to host an event that will introduce candidates running for Supervisor in District 10, to the stakeholders of the Southeast Community.  All are welcome.

August 2010 Bay View Merchants Monthly Meeting
When: August 24, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Taqueria La Laguna, 3906 Third Street, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:

  • Fix MUNI Now Proposition, a discussion on the pros and cons of a ballot measure that will change the pay structure and work rules of the Transit Workers' Union.
  • Southeast Ford Access Working Group Presentation, a presentation on SEFA's efforts to improve safety and health food access to the Bayview.
  • 4800 Third Street: a presentation on the available affordable apartments for sale in the heart of the Bayview.

Information: bayviewmerchants.org

Rincon Hill Neighborhood Association - Neighborhood meeting
When August 24, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: The Infinity, 333 Main Street, Club Lounge, (enter the central coutyard from Main Street and go up the stairs to the right to enter the Club Lounge).
What: Items from agenda:

  • Transbay JPA Update 
  • Bocce Ball Project as Proposed
  • Neighborhood's Need for a Children's Public Playground 
  • Q&A on Parks

Information and Source: Jamie Whitaker - RinconHill@gmail.com


August 25, 2010 - Wednesday


San Francisco Police Commission Meeting
When: August 25, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: (note change in address) Tenderloin District Community Meeting Room, 201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Items off agenda:
Chief's Report - Review of recent activities
                          Report on best practices for forensic evidence processing prioritization and DNA backlog.
Captain Jospeh Garrity, Commanding Office of Tenderloin Station, to address the Commission on Police Activities in the Tenderloin District. (Discussion Only)
Commissioners: Joe Marshall, Thomas Mazzuco, Petra Dejesus, Angela Chan, James Hammer, Carol Kingsley
Information: 415-553-1667


Theresa Sparks Fundraiser
When: August 25, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge,124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
Information: Come meet Theresa Sparks, candidate for District 6 Supervisor.
Committee: Juan Barajas, Susan Christian, Ken Cleaveland , Michael Costa, Judy Keyes,Christopher Rosas, Trinidad Rosas, Bentrish Satarzedeh, Charles Sheehan, Stephen Sulzman, Julius Turman, Sam Vitkoski.  
Wine and appetizers from Infusion Lounge will be provided courtesy of Christopher Rosa, CEOthe the C-Two Hotel Group
Suggested Contribution: $100., $250. $500.
RSVP: Amy Moore amym@sparksfor6.com


South Sunset Park Community Meeting
When: August 25, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: South Sunset Clubhouse, 2601 40th Avenue between Vicente and Wawona Street, San Francisco
What: Join Neighborhood Parks Council and Supervisor Carmen Chu to learn about organizing a friend group for the South Sunset Parks.
Information: carmen.chu@sfgov.org


August 26, 2010 - Thursday


Hydra Mendoza - Re-Election Campaign Kickoff
When: August 26, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: CODA Lounge, 1710 Mission Street @ Duboce, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Board of Education Vice President Hydra Mendoza's re-election bid at CODA Jazz Lounge in the Mission.
Speakers include:
  •  Mayor Gavin Newsom
  •  School Board President Jane Kim
  •  UESF President Dennis Kelly
Information: hoperoadconsulting.com


San Francisco Coalition for Responsible Growth
When:  August 26, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street and Geary, San Francisco
What:  General meeting.  San Francisco City Budget: Realities and Priorities.
Introductory remarks by SFCRG President Rodrigo Santos
Special Guests:
  • Supervisor Sean Elsbernd: Fix Muni Now
  • Public Defender: Jeff Adachi: SF Smart Reform
  • Tim Paulson: Secretary/Treasurer of San Francisco Labor Council - against SF Smart Reform
Free Parking, food, refreshments.  Public welcome.
RSVP: 415-648-1200


Commonwealth Club - Kate Kendell
When: August 26, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor
What: Kate Kendell will provide commentary on the coordinated effort that led to the historic  decision  the Perry v Schwarzenneger case.
$20. non-members
Information: tickets.commonwealth.org

August 27, 2010 -  Friday

Cancelled - to be rescheduleSEIU 1021 Member-Community Appreciation Reception
Cancelled When: August 27, 2010 -  Friday
4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
CancelledWhere: 350 Rhode Island Street, Suite 100 So. Bldg, San Francisco
CancelledWhat: SEIU 1021 Member-Community Appreciation Reception.  Public event.
Cancelled Information: seiu1021.org


August 28, 2010 - Saturday


Campaign Kickoff to Elect Malia Cohen the San Francisco District 10 candidate
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: The Ironworkers Hall, 570 Barneveld Avenue, San Francisco
What: Campaign kickoff event for Malia Cohen for Supervisor in District 10.
Assemblymember Fiona Ma plans to join Malia Cohen.
Information: electmalia.org


Campaign kickoff celebration - Margaret Brodkin
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Everett Middle School, 450 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Kickoff campaign for Margaret Brodkin, candidate for school board.
Information: brodkinforschoolboard.org

Central City Democrats - Endorsement meeting
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: 230 Eddy Street, Community Room, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting for November election.  Ballot measures and candidates.
Information: centralcitydemocrats.org

Lynette Sweet for Supervisor Headquarters opening
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Sweet Headquarters, 1599 Revere Street, San Francisco
What: Headquarters opening for Lynette Sweet candidate for supervisor in District 10.
Information: sweetforsupervisor.com


Party on Block 18/Mission District
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
Noon to 5 p.m.
Where: 18th Street (Dolores to Guerrero), San Francisco
What: 2ndBi-Annual "Party on Block 18" celebrating the inner Mission District. 18th Street will be blocked off and vendors will be selling food prepared by the neighborhood finest chefs, beer from the SF Brewers Guild, children's entertainment, DJs.  All proceeds benefit the Women's Building, BuenDiaFamily School, 826 Valencia, Next Course & Pie Ranch.  Admission: Free


D6 Healthcare Forum
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street at Jones, San Francisco
What: Come to District 6 Health care forum and hear the candidates present their ideas for a healthier City and District 6.


Mission Loc@l Book   T-Shirt Launch Party
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Artillery Apparel Gallery, 2751 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the launch of "My Mission" a book of Mission District Maps  - illustrated by Rio Yanez.  Food, drinks and music.
Information: missionlocal.org


August 30, 2010 - Monday


Barbara Boxer - Fundraiser
When: August 30, 2010 - Monday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where:  745 Chestnut, #301, San Francisco
What:  Fundraiser to re-elect Senator Barbara Boxer.
Hosted by San Francisco Chair Aaron Peskin, District Three Democratic Club President Emily Salgado, Gerry Crowley, Anne Halsted and Esther Marks.
Benefactors: Janet Reilly, Al Baum, Jr., Jim Blume, Dick Grosboll
Patrons: Laura Dawson, Tommy Gill, Georgia Schuttish, Katherine Koelsch and John Kriken, Patricia M. Sean, Charlotte Burchard and Bahman Sheikh-OI-Eslami, Lucy Johns
Sponsors:
Alice Carey, Chris Cannon and Annie Libbin, Ina Dearman, Milton Estes, Judy Irving, Dennis and Hene Kelly, Jeanne Milligan, Jane Morrison, John Moylan, Duane Perry, Linda Plack, Sharon Saslafsky, Alice Smith, Darshan Singh, Ken Sugarman, Scott Sugarman, Bob Tangler, Irene Tibbits, Barbi Tice, Elizabeth Zitrin, Lynn Sanchez, Laura and Dennis Leuer, Heidi Siech, Melanie Nutter, Nancy Pemberton, Jeff Parker.
Hosted wine and other beverages, delilcous Hors D'Oeuvres (prepared by Esther Marks)
$100.
RSVP:  Shari Rubin shari@barbaraboxer.com

Launch Party Union Street Enrichment Association
When: August 30, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: The Brick Yard Restaurant and Bar, 1787 Union Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the launch of the Union Street Enrichment Association with neighbors, business owners and friends of Union Street.  "The Union Street Enrichment Association is a voice for merchants, residents and friends dedicated  to the preservation of the economic vitality and neighborhood character of Union Street".
Information: saveunionstreet.org

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 

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

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.  Items off agenda

  • 19th Street and Dolores pedestrian safety and proposed changes.
  • Park patron safety and law enforcement.

Speakers include:

  • Captain Corrales, from the Mission Police Station
  • Eric Anderson, Neighborhood Service Area Manager
  • Manito Velasco, Engineer, SFMTA
  • Ilaria Salvadori, SF Planning Department (Streetscape project)

Information: doloresparkworks.org


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Wednesday, August 18, 2010

District 6 Supervisor Candidate Forum








On Monday I attended the District 6 Supervisor Candidate forum sponsored by South of Market Business Association (SOMBA) in association with:
  • Market Street Association
  • Mission Merchants Association
  • Mid Market Community Benefits District
  • North of Market/Tenderloin Community Benefits District
  • South Beach/Mission Bay Business Association
  • Tenderloin Merchants Association
  • Union Square Business Improvement District
  • Union Square Merchants Association
  • Yerba Buena Community Benefit District
The forum was held at Kick Labs on Brannan Street.  There was a reception and then a candidates forum with:
  • Jane Kim
  • Jim Meko
  • Theresa Sparks
  • Debra Walker 
  • Elaine Zamora
Melissa Griffin was the moderator.

A very informative, interesting evening starting out with introductions, candidates asking other candidates, and then  questions from the audience.  Issues included parking meters, sit-lie, district elections, small business, parking, tax incentives, schools and  pension reform.

Some people in the political community are questioning why the forum was limited to five candidates - (15 people have declared) - especially James Keys - who has recently been endorsed by Supervisor Chris Daly.

Other candidates: Matthew D. Ashe, H. Brown, Dean Clark, George Davis, Matthew Drake, Glendon"Anna Conda" Hyde, Nate Paye, Robert Raeburn, George Vazhappally

Pictures:
Melissa Griffin, Jane Kim, Jim Meko, Theresa Sparks and Elaine Zamora
Opening remarks - Katherine Webster and Leslie Hennessey
Jane Kim
Jim Meko
Theresa Sparks
Elaine Zamora



August 18, 2010 - Wednesday


San Francisco Police Commission
When: August 18, 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.
Commissioners: Joe Marshall, Thomas Mazzucco, Petra Dejesus, Angela Chan, James Hammer, Carol Kingsley
Information: 415-553-1667

August 19, 2010 - Thursday


Recreation and Park Commission - Cultivating the Future of San Francisco
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Stow Lake: Selection of person to operate the Stow Lake Boathouse.
Commissioners: Mark Buell, Tom Harrison, Gloria Bonilla, David Lee, Meagan Levitan, Larry Martin, Michael J. Sullivan
Information: 415-831-2750

 Irish American Democratic Club and the Democratic Women's Forum - Endorsement meeting
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Northern Police Station, 1125 Fillmore Street @ Turk, San Francisco
What: Joint endorsement meeting for November election.


Caltrain Public Hearing - fare increases and service cuts
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:07 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Caltrain Station, 700 4th Street, San Francisco
What: Public hearing on the proposed fare increases and service reductions.
Information: changes@caltrain.com

The Potrero View - 40th Birthday
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: 40th Birthday Party.
RSVP party@potreroview.net

August 20, 2010 - Friday


Rafael Mandelman -"Milkshake Brings All the Boys to the Yard"
When: August 20, 2010 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 466 Castro Street, Apt A.,  San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Rafael Mandelman.  Come and meet District 8 Supervisor Candidate Rafael Mandelman.
Information: rafaelmandelman.com


August 21, 2010 - Saturday


Fix Muni Now - Yes on G Headquarters Opening
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to ll:30 a.m.
Where: 538 Castro, San Francisco
What: Kickoff Headquarters opening for Yes on G.
Information: info@fixmuninnow.com


2010 Noriega Street Food Fair
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Noreiga Street 31st Street  &  33rd Street, San Francisco
What: Come to a day of fun, food and health.  Cooking demonstrations and health talks by Jamie Dougherty from Jamie Living, a representative from Kaiser Permante, Michelle Sternfrom What's Cooking, Karina Laranjeira from Kids Cooking for Life, and James Dabigon, Personal Chef.  Focus is to encourage health eating and provide the community access to health related resources.  Free.


Theresa Sparks - Campaign Headquarters Grand Opening
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: Campaign Headquarters, 986 Market Street @ 6th Street, San Francisco.
What: Theresa Sparks campaign headquarters grand opening.
RSVP amym@sparksfor6.com
Information: Sparksfor6.com


Debra Walker for Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Walker HQ, 1017 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Official Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off.
Information:  votedebrawalker@gmail.com


August 22, 2010 - Sunday


Sunday Streets - Great Highway
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Great Highway, San Francisco
Information: sundaystreetsf.com

Rebecca Prozan - Happy Birthday Prozan.
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Liberties, 998 Guerrero Street, San Francisco
What: Rebecca Prozan's birthday.  No donations or gifts please.  Public event.
Information: rebeccaprozan.com


August 24, 2010 - Tuesday


D10 Candidates Meet &  Greet
When: August 24, 2010 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Velma's, 2246 Jerrold Avenue, San Francisco
What: Concerned Citizens of the Southeast Sector have joined together to host an event that will introduce candidates running for Supervisor in District 10, to the stakeholders of the Southeast Community.  All are welcome.


August 25, 2010 - Wednesday


Theresa Sparks Fundraiser
When: August 25, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge,124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
Information: Come meet Theresa Sparks, candidate for District 6 Supervisor.
Committee: Juan Barajas, Susan Christian, Ken Cleaveland , Michael Costa, Judy Keyes,Christopher Rosas, Trinidad Rosas, Bentrish Satarzedeh, Charles Sheehan, Stephen Sulzman, Julius Turman, Sam Vitkoski.  
Wine and appetizers from Infusion Lounge will be provided courtesy of Christopher Rosa, CEOthe the C-Two Hotel Group
Suggested Contribution: $100., $250. $500.
RSVP: Amy Moore amym@sparksfor6.com


South Sunset Park Community Meeting
When: August 25, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: South Sunset Clubhouse, 2601 40th Avenue between Vicente and Wawona Street, San Francisco
What: Join Neighborhood Parks Council and Supervisor Carmen Chu to learn about organizing a friend group for the South Sunset Parks.
Information: carmen.chu@sfgov.org


August 26, 2010 - Thursday


San Francisco Coalition for Responsible Growth
When:  August 26, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: St. Mary's Cathedral, 1111 Gough Street and Geary, SanFrancisco
What:  General meeting.  San Francisco City Budget: Realities and Priorities.
Introductory remarks by SFCRG President Rodrigo Santos
Special Guests:

  • Supervisor Sean Elsbernd: Fix Muni Now
  • Public Defender: Jeff Adachi: SF Smart Reform
  • Tim Paulson: Secretary/Treasurer of San Francisco Labor Council - against SF Smart Reform

Free Parking, food, refreshments.  Public welcome.
RSVP: 415-648-1200


Commonwealth Club - Kate Kendell
When: August 26, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor
What: Kate Kendell will provide commentary on the coordinated effort that led to the historic  decision  the Perry v Schwarzenneger case.
$20. non-members
Information: tickets.commonwealth.org


August 28, 2010 - Saturday


Campaign Kickoff to Elect Malia Cohen the San Francisco District 10 candidate
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to Noon
Where: The Ironworkers Hall, 570 Barneveld Avenue, San Francisco
What: Campaign kickoff event for Malia Cohen for Supervisor in District 10.
Assemblymember Fiona Ma plans to join Malia Cohen.
Information: electmalia.org


Campaign kickoff celebration - Margaret Brodkin
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Everett Middle School, 450 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Kickoff campaign for Margaret Brodkin, candidate for school board.
Information: brodkinforschoolboard.org


Party on Block 18/Mission District
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
Noon to 5 p.m.
Where: 18th Street (Dolores to Guerrero), San Francisco
What: 2ndBi-Annual "Party on Block 18" celebrating the inner Mission District. 18th Street will be blocked off and vendors will be selling food prepared by the neighborhood finest chefs, beer from the SF Brewers Guild, children's entertainment, DJs.  All proceeds benefit the Women's Building, BuenDiaFamily School, 826 Valencia, Next Course & Pie Ranch.  Admission: Free


D6 Healthcare Forum
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street at Jones, San Francisco
What: Come to District 6 Healthcare forum and hear the candidates present their ideas for a healthier City and District 6.


Mission Loc@l Book & T-Shirt Launch Party
When: August 28, 2010 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: Artillery Apparel Gallery, 2751 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the launch of "My Mission" a book of Mission District Maps  - illustrated by Rio Yanez.  Food, drinks and music.
Information: missionlocal.org


August 30, 2010 - Monday


Barbara Boxer - Fundraiser
When: August 30, 2010 - Monday
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Home of Dick Grosboll,745 Chestnut, #301, San Francisco
What:  Fundraiser to re-elect Senator Barbara Boxer.
Hosted by San Francisco Chair Aaron Peskin, District Three Democratic Club President Emily Salgado, Gerry Crowley, Anne Halsted and Esther Marks.
$100. minimum.
RSVP: emily.salgado@gmail.com



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Monday, August 16, 2010

District 8 - Scott Wiener's Headquarters Opening







Very early Saturday morning I attended the Headquarters Grand Opening for Scott Wiener, candidate for Supervisor in District 8.

Scott's headquarters is at 538 Castro Street, San Francisco.  Special guest speakers were State Senator Mark Leno and Supervisor Sean Elsbernd.

This is a very special headquarters, a good location with campaign colors of orange and black. (orange everywhere!)

Supervisor Elsbernd got up on a chair to speak so he could be taller than Scott.  "Scott has integrity and is a man of his district".

State Senator Mark Leno said that Scott was an old friend.  "Scott is independent, thoughtful and accomplished"

Scott Wiener has been endorsed by Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Congressmember Jackie Speier.


Pictures:
Supervisor Sean Elsbernd
State Senator Mark Leno
Charlie Sheehan -Co-Chair of Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club

Information: scott2010.com


SOMBA - District 6 Supervisor Candidate Forum
When: August 16, 2010 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Kicklabs: 250 Brannan Street, 1st Floor San Francisco
What: District 6 Supervisor Candidate Forum.  Come listen to the top candidates discuss their views on business issues. Social mixer starts at 6 p.m.  Wine courtesy of South Beach/Mission Bay Business
Association. Appetizers courtesy of Passion Cafe.
SOMBA in  Association with:
Market Street Association, Mission Merchants Association, Mid Market Community Benefits District, North of Market/Tenderloin Community Benefits District, South Beach/Mission Bay Business Association, South of Market Business Association (SOMBA), Tenderloin Merchants Association, Union Square Business Improvement District, Union Square Merchants Association, Yerba Buena Community Benefit District.
RSVP southbeachmissionbay.com

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting
When: August 16, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Membership endorsement vote for November elections. Will be considering endorsement for Supervisors in District 2 and 10, all city-wide candidates, City measures, and state-wide propositions.
Recommendations listed on website.
Information: alicemembership@gmail.com alicebtoklas.org

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Summer Social
When: August 16, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Dunya, 1609 Polk Street , San Francisco
What: MPNA"Summer Social". Meet old friends and make new ones. Appetizers will be provided.Get active with your community.
$5. donation for non-members.
Information:  info@middlepolk.org

August 17, 2010 - Tuesday

SPUR - The Transit Center District Plan
When: August 17, 2010 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission, San Francisco
What: Lunchtime forum.  Transit Center District Plan. Planning for Growth. The Transbay Terminal will create a "Grand Central Station of the West".  What is next for the surrounding neighborhoods? David Alumbaugh of the San Francisco Planning Department and former Planning Director Dean Macris will speak. $5. non-members
Information: spur.org

Arts Forum 2010: State of the Arts in San Francisco
When: August 17, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Yerba Buena Center for the Arts,  701 Mission, San Francisco
What  San Francisco Arts Community invites you to Arts Forum 2010: State of the Arts in San Francisco. First ever forum to educate political candidates and the community about what the arts community does for us, and what the candidates can do to help.  Featuring Keynote Speaker Randy Cohen, Vice President of Local Arts Advancement, Americans for the Arts.

San Francisco for Democracy - PAC General Membership Endorsement Meeting
When: August 17, 2010 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Police Station Community Room, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: PAC General Membership Endorsement meeting.  There will be time for some discussion of candidates and propositions; candidates and advocates will be welcome to make brief comments and hand out literature.  Voting for all members in good standing will be allowed during the entire meeting; members of the general public are welcome.
Information: sf4democracy.com

August 18, 2010 - Wednesday

Is this the big day???? Marry, Marry, Marry!!!!


August 19, 2010 - Thursday


Recreation and Park Commission - Cultivating the Future of San Francisco
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Stow Lake: Selection of person to operate the Stow Lake Boathouse.
Commissioners: Mark Buell, Tom Harrison, Gloria Bonilla, David Lee, Meagan Levitan, Larry Martin, Michael J. Sullivan
Information: 415-831-2750

 Irish American Democratic Club and the Democratic Women's Forum - Endorsement meeting
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Northern Police Station, 1125 Fillmore Street @ Turk, San Francisco
What: Joint endorsement meeting for November election.

The Potrero View - 40th Birthday
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: 40th Birthday Party.
RSVP party@potreroview.net

August 20, 2010 - Friday

Rafael Mandelman -"Milkshake Brings All the Boys to the Yard"
When: August 20, 2010 - Friday
Where: 466 Castro Street, Apt A.,  San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Rafael Mandelman.  Come and meet District 8 Supervisor Candidate Rafael Mandelman.
Information: rafaelmandelman.com

August 21, 2010 - Saturday

Fix Muni Now - Yes on G Headquarters Opening
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to ll:30 a.m.
Where: 538 Castro, San Francisco
What: Kickoff Headquarters opening for Yes on G.
Information: info@fixmuninnow.com

2010 Noriega Street Food Fair
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Noreiga Street 31st & 33rd Street, San Francisco
What: Come to a day of fun, food and health.  Cooking demonstrations and health talks byJamie Dougherty from Jamie Living, a representative from Kaiser Permante, Michelle Sternfrom What's Cooking, Karina Laranjeira from Kids Cooking for Life, and James Dabigon, Personal Chef.  Focus is to encourage health eating and provide the community access to health related resources.  Free.

Theresa Sparks - Campaign Headquarters Grand Opening
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where Campaign Headquarters, 986 Market Street @ 6th Street, San Francisco.
What: Theresa Sparks campaign headquarters grand opening.
RSVP amym@sparksfor6.com
Information: Sparksfor6.com

Debra Walker for Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Walker HQ, 1017 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Official Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off.
Information:  votedebrawalker@gmail.com

August 22, 2010 - Sunday

Sunday Streets - Great Highway
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Great Highway, San Francisco
Information: sundaystreetsf.com
Information:
Natasha Hoehn - candidate for school board - natashaforschoolboard.org

Rebecca Prozan - Happy Birthday Prozan.
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Liberties, 998 Guerrero Street, San Francisco
What: Rebecca Prozan's birthday.  No donations or gifts please.  Public event.
Information: rebeccaprozan.com

Information:

Margaret Brodkin - Candidate for School Board - brodkinforschoolboard.org

San Francisco Democratic County Central Committee - Hene Kelly is the newest member.  Welcome!!!

Supervisor Chris Daly has endorsed James Keyes for Supervisor in District 6-jameskeysdistrict6.com



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Wednesday, August 11, 2010

District 10 Candidate Forum - Southeast Community Facility



On a cold, freezing night everyone showed up at the Southeast Community facility on Oakdale to watch the District 10 Candidate Forum being put on by the San Francisco Young Democrats  and co-sponsored  with the Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club and the Harvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club.

Melissa Griffin was the moderator with a streamed live by VidSF with commentary by Beth Spotswood and Pollo Del Mar.

Meeting started by Supervisor Sophie Maxwell  providing  gracious opening remarks.  She said people should ask "what is important to you" when deciding who to vote for in District 10.

A huge crowd listened, enjoyed, sometimes booed a format which included candidates asking each other questions and questions that came from the audience.  Issues included Lennar, flight of the black community, education, disparity in healthcare, pollution, law enforcement and crime.

There was a  interruption when Nyese Joshua,  candidate for supervisor in District 10,  stopped  the meeting to express her displeasure in not being invited to participate in the forum .

There are 23 people running for District 10 Supervisor.  People on the panel were  Kristine Enea, Chris Jackson, Eric Smith, Isaac Bowers, Lynette Sweet, DeWitt Lacy, Malia Cohen, Tony Kelly and  Steven Moss. (James Calloway could not attend).


The District 10 Candidate Forum  debate will be posted to the internet shortly: facebook.com/sfyoungdemocrats

The San Francisco Young Democrats will be having a District 8 Candidate Forum on September 22nd - details to follow.

Pictures include:

Supervisor Sophie Maxwell
DeWitt Lacy
Kristine Enea and Tony Kelly
Malia Cohen
Eric Smith
Steve Moss
Lynette Sweet
Chris Jackson
Isaac Bowers
August 13, 2010 - Friday

Live Webcast of Dolores Huerta's 80th Birthday Celebration
When: August 13, 2010 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: L's Caffe, 2871 24th Street/Bryant, San Francisco
What: Live Webcast of Dolores Huerta's 80th Birthday Celebration.  Carlos Santana, Lila Downs, Pete Escovedo, Zack de la Rocha, Benjamin Bratt and friends will join Social Justice Champion Dolores Huerta for her 80th Birthday Celebration at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles
Satellite Party.  $15. Donation
RSVP 415-321-9323
Information: doloreshuerta.org

August 14, 2010 - Saturday

Community Congress
When: August 14, 2010 Saturday and August 15, 2010
August 14, 2010
9:00 a.m. - Registration and coffee through 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch.
August 15, 2010 -
9:00 a.m. and end at 1:00 p.m.
What:  Much of time will be devoted to breakout  sessions during which the subjects of Economic Development, Health and Human Services, Housing and Muni will be discussed.

African American Democratic Club
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: November election endorsement meeting.  All paid African American Democratic Club members are eligible to vote.  Nonmembers are invited to attend.
Information: aadcsf.com

Scott Wiener for Supervisor Headquarters Grand Opening
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: 538 Castro Street, between 18th and 19th Street, San Francisco
What: Grand opening of Scott Wiener's Supervisor Headquarters.  There will be brief remarks at 10 a.m. including special guests State Senator Mark Leno and Supervisor Sean Elsbernd.  Then they will be hitting the streets.
RSVP Adam Taylor adam@scott2010.com

San Francisco for Democracy - Political Action Committee
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Mission Police Station, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Democracy Coordinators' Council will interview candidates and proponents/opponents of propositions between 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The Coordinators will then make recommendation to the General Membership on August 17th.
Information:   sf4democracy.com

Celebrate Social Security's 75th Birthday 
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
11 a.m.
Where: U.S. Federal Building Plaza, Mission Street at 7th Street, San Francisco
What:  Join the California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA) and the San Francisco Central Labor Council for a celebration of America's most successful social insurance program.  Cake and refreshments will be served.
RSVP to CARA ksmith@californialliance.org

37th Annual Nihomachi Street Fair
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
            11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
            August 15, 2010 - Sunday
            11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Japantown, Peace Plaza on Post Street between Octavia and Webster Streets
What: 37th Annual Nihomachi Street Fair.  Entertainment stages, food booths, arts and craft vendors.
Information: nihomachistreetfair.org

Color en el Barrio: StreetSmARTS Artists discuss the Muralling of San Francisco
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts, 2868 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join the MCCLA, the San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC) and the Department of Public Workers (DPW) for a panel discussion on the history of public mural art in San Francisco. Featuring Francisco "Twick" Aquino, Jonathan Brumfield, Jet Martinez and Marina "Mincho" Perez-Wong, panelists will discuss the challenges that graffiti artists face in transitioning from tagging to creating murals that serve a public function.
Free. Refreshments will be served.
Information: sfartscommission.org 

August 16, 2010 - Monday

Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting
When: August 16, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Membership endorsement vote for November elections. Will be considering endorsement for Supervisors in District 2 and 10, all city-wide candidates, City measures, and state-wide propositions.
Information: alicemembership@gmail.com alicebtoklas.org

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Summer Social
When: August 16, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Dunya, 1609 Polk Street , San Francisco
What: MPNA"Summer Social". Meet old friends and make new ones. Appetizers will be provided.Get active with your community.
$5. donation for non-members.
Information:  info@middlepolk.org

August 17, 2010 - Tuesday

SPUR - The Transit Center District Plan
When: August 17, 2010 - Tuesday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission, San Francisco
What: Lunchtime forum.  Transit Center District Plan. Planning for Growth. The Transbay Terminal will create a "Grand Central Station of the West".  What is next for the surrounding neighborhoods? David Alumbaugh of the San Francisco Planning Department and former Planning Director Dean Macris will speak. $5. non-members
Information: spur.org

San Francisco for Democracy - PAC General Membership Endorsement Meeting
When: August 17, 2010 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Police Station Community Room, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: PAC General Membership Endorsement meeting.  There will be time for some discussion of candidates and propositions; candidates and advocates will be welcome to make brief comments and hand out literature.  Voting for all members in good standing will be allowed during the entire meeting; members of the general public are welcome.
Information: sf4democracy.com

August 19, 2010 - Thursday

Correction: 
Democratic Women's Forum and the Irish American Democratic Club - Endorsement meeting
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. until 7:30 p.m.
Where: Correction:  Northern Police Station 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Joint endorsement meeting for November election.

The Potrero View - 40th Birthday
When: August 19, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighorhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: 40th Birthday Party.
RSVP party@potreroview.net

August 20, 2010 - Friday

Rafael Mandelman -"Milkshake Brings All the Boys to the Yard"
When: August 20, 2010 - Friday
Where: 466 Castro Street, Apt A.,  San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Rafael Mandelman.  Come and meet District 8 Supervisor Candidate Rafael Mandelman.
Information: rafaelmandelman.com

August 21, 2010 - Saturday

Fix Muni Now - Yes on G Headquarters Opening
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to ll:30 a.m.
Where: 538 Castro, San Francisco
What: Kickoff Headquarters opening for Yes on G.
Information: info@fixmuninnow.com

2010 Noriega Street Food Fair
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Noreiga Street 31st & 33rd Street, San Francisco
What: Come to a day of fun, food and health.  Cooking demonstrations and health talks by Jamie Dougherty from Jamie Living, a representative from Kaiser Permante, Michelle Stern from What's Cooking, Karina Laranjeira from Kids Cooking for Life, and James Dabigon, Personal Chef.  Focus is to encourage health eating and provide the community access to health related resources.  Free.

Debra Walker for Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: August 21, 2010 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Walker HQ, 1017 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Official Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off.
Information:  votedebrawalker@gmail.com

August 22, 2010 - Sunday

Sunday Streets - Great Highway
When: August 22, 2010 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Where: Great Highway, San Francisco
Information: sundaystreetsf.com

Information:
 
Natasha Hoehn - candidate for school board - natashaforschoolboard.org

Supervisor Chris Daly has endorsed James Keyes for Supervisor in District 6- jameskeysdistrict6.com



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Thursday, August 5, 2010

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - District 10 Supervisor Forum



On Monday,  August 2nd and Tuesday, August 3rd I had the honor of attending 2010 District 10 Supervisor Candidate Forum sponsored by the Potrero Hill Democratic Club.

It was sort of like "Ground Hog's Day"- same place, same time, same people - different candidates. 

An opportunity to hear 15 candidates giving opening statements and discuss important issues including Lennar/Bayview and Jeff Adachi's Pension Reform legislation.

Monday night we heard from Malia Cohen, Kristine Enea, Nyese Joshua, Steve Moss, Eric Smith, Lynette Sweet and Stephen Weber.

Tuesday night we heard from Isaac Bowers, Chris Jackson, Espanola Jackson, Tony Kelly, DeWitt Lacy, Geoffrea Morris, Diane Wesley Smith and  Marlene Tran.

The program moved fast with the help from the  very capable moderator Keith Goldstein.  Potrero Hill Democratic Club should be thanked, including the President Joni Eisen and the Board, for putting together one of the "first glances" at the District 10 candidates.

  District 10 is at the beginning of "big changes" in the district - it was encouraging to hear from so many energetic, competent, articulate candidates for this very important election.

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - phdemclub.org



August 5, 2010 - Thursday

John Laird for Senate - San Francisco Lunch Fundraiser
When: August 5, 2010 - Thursday
11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where: IBEW Local 6, 55 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for John Laird (candidate for 15th Senate District - August 17th Special Election)
Co-Hosts: Fiona Ma, David Chiu, Leland Yee, Aaron Peskin, Steve Ngo, EvanLow, Ash Kaira, Rich Gordon, Matt Haney.
Suggested Contribution $50. up.
RSVP: Noelani Sallings noelani@lairdforsenate.com
Information: actblue.com/page/sfscc 

No on 16 - Victory Workshop and Celebration Party
When: August 5, 2010 - Thursday
Workshop: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Party: 5:30 p.m.
Where: Merchants Exchange  Building, 465 California Street, San Francisco
What: Join together to meet one another, share your story.  Terrific buffet, volunteer hero awards and music.
Hear from some of the Campaign Leadership:
John Geesman - Campaign Co-Chair, former California Energy Commissioner, Co Chair ACORE
Mark Toney - Campaign Co Chair, Exec. Director TURN
Gale Kaufman - Kaufman Campaigns
Jim Pope - Exec. Director, NCPA
Jeff Shields - General Manager, South San Joaquin Irrigation District
Charles McGlashan - Marin County Supervisor, Chair Marin Energy Authority
Paul Fenn - President, Local Power
Renata Brillinger - Executive Director, California Climate and Agriculture Network
Dave Room - Coordinator, Local Clean Energy Alliance
Nancy Miller - Principal Miller, Owen and Frost
Jim Metropulos - Sierra Club, California
Dennis Herrera - City Attorney, CCSF (invited)
Mark Leno - State Senator, No on 16 advocate
Matt Jacobs - Partner McDermott Will and Emery, Former Asst. US Attorney
 Ann Trowbridge -  Day Carter and Murphy
Ross Mirkarimi - Supervisor, CCSF
Cynthia Wooten - Principal, LumenX Consulting
Sponsors:
TURN, California Municipal Utility Association, Northern California Power Authority, So. San Joaquin Irrigation District, San Francisco LAFCO, Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi
Register: celebrateno16.org
Free

Commonwealth Club - David Boies
When: August 5, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where:  Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What:  David Boies: "Challenging Law and Making History".  David Boies discusses his controversial cases, including his current bid to overturn California's ban on gay marriage.
$20. non-members
Information: tickets.commonwealthclub.org

District 3 Democratic Club -  Ballot Measures
When: August 5, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Telegraph Hill Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What:  Ballot measure argument's.  Hear from proponents and opponents of some of the ballot measures, including pension and Muni reform, the hotel tax, the sit/lie ordinance, Close the Loophole and Why Tuesday SF.
Information: d3dc.org

Fundraiser Across the Bay for Jennifer Pae
When: August 5, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Mercury Lounge, 1582 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Support community activist Jennifer Pae as she comes across the bay to help build her campaign for Oakland City Council District 2.
Event Hosts: David Chiu, Fiona Ma, Hydra Mendoza, Phil Ting, Steve Ngo, AngelicaJongco, Colbert Tse, Genevieve Jopanda, Gladys Soto, Keesa Ocampo, Keith Kamisugi, Lisa Le and Andy Wong, Susan Sandler and Steve Phillips, Wendy Ho, Zoe Dunning.
Suggested Donation Levels: $35. up
RSVP: vote@jenniferpaecom

August 6, 2010 - Friday

Public Forum - Legal Implications of Prop. 19 - Tom Ammiano
When: August 6, 2010 - Friday
3:30 p.m. check-in
4:00 to 6 p.m. - panels
Where: Hiram W. Johnson State Office Building, Milton Marks Auditorium, 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Assemblymember Tom Ammiano and the Voluntary Committee of Lawyers for a public forum on Legal Implication of Proposition 19.  "Marijuana and Federalism: California a Test Case"
Speakers:
Sheriff Thomas D. Allman - Mendocino County Sheriff
Assemblymember Tom Ammiano
Joe Elford, Chief Counsel, Americans for Safe Access
Robert Hirshon, Professor of Law, University of Michigan; former President, American Bar Association.
Allen Hopper - Legal Director, ACLU Drug Law Reform Project
Alex Kreit, Associate Professor of Law, Director, Center for Law and Social Justice, Thomas Jefferson School of Law
Theshia Naidoo - Staff Attorney, Office of Legal Affairs, Drug Policy Alliance
Moderators:
Roger E. Goodman - State Representative, 45th District, Washington State; Executive Director Voluntary Committee of Lawyers
Eric E. Sterling, President, Criminal Justice Policy Foundation; President, Voluntary Committee of Lawyers
Free admission and open to public.
Information: vcl@vcl.org
Free. Open to public

August 7, 2010 - Saturday

Opening date of the Transbay Temporary Terminal. - temporaryterminal.org

Harvey Milk Club PAC Meeting - Qualifying PAC Endorsement Meeting
When: August 7, 2010 - Saturday
Starting at noon
Where: LGBT Center, Ceremonial Room, 1800 Market Street @ Octavia, San Francisco
What:  This endorsement meeting is to vote on Ballot Measures.  One must be present and signed in for at least one hour before voting.
Information: yppolitical@milkclub.org

August 8, 2010 - Sunday

Fundraiser for Eric Smith for Supervisor District 10
When: August 8, 2010 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Fillmore Jazz Heritage Center's Lush Life Gallery, 1320 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Join Eric Smith, candidate for Supervisor in District 10,  and his friends for an afternoon of jazz, food and fun at the Fillmore Jazz Heritage Center's Lush Life Gallery. Some of Eric's best friends in jazz, including saxophonist Wilbur Rehmann, bassist Edo Castro  and keyboardist   Sam Peoples will be on hand to provide some memorable music for the occasion.
This will be a chance to hear Eric's platform and tell him what is important to you.
Contributions up to $500 will be accepted.  We welcome $5. and $10. contributions.
Information: secure.actblue.com/contribute/entity/23114.

August 9, 2010 - Monday


Central City Democrats - Candidates and Neighbors
When: August 9, 2010 - Monday
6 p.m.
Where: Lot 46, 45 Maiden Lane, Upstairs, San Francisco
What: Central City Democrats is having a Meet and Greet.  Central City Democrats serves District 6 residents and merchants.  Refreshments provided.
Information: centralcitydemocrats@yahoo.com

Duboce Triangle Neighborhood Association
When: August 9, 2010 - Monday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: CPMC Davies Level B Auditorium, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Supervisor Dufty update.
Update on Market Street development.
Transportation: MUNI Ballot Measure with Representatives from Transportation Workers Union and Supervisor Elsbernd's Office; Upper Market bike lane and parking space relocation.
Information: dtna.org

Booksmith - Evolving Landscape of Local Journalism
When: August 9, 2010 - Monday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Booksmith, 1644 Haight Street, San Francisco
What: Panel discussion with the "BayCitizen" - Lisa Frazier, "SF PublicPress" - MichaelStoll and "Mission Loc@l's Lydia Chavez.
Information: booksmith.com

August 10, 2010 - Tuesday

San Francisco Young Democrats - District 10 Debate
When: August 10, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. reception
6:15 p.m. debate begins
Where: Southeast Community Facility, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats will be hosting a debate for District 10 Supervisorial candidates.
Moderated by Melissa Griffin and   commentary provided by Beth Spotswood and Pollo Del Mar.
Co-hosting: 

  •  Black Women Organized for Political Action (BWOPA)
  • Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club
  • San Francisco Women's Political Committee (SFWPC)
  • Harvey Matthews Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Club

Participating candidates:

  • James Calloway
  • Malia Cohen
  • Kristine Enea
  • Chris Jackson
  • Tony Kelly
  • DeWitt Lacy
  • Eric Smith
  • Lynette Sweet
  • Steve Moss

Information: facebook.com/SFYoungDemocrats

Commonwealth Club - Joan Walsh
When: August 10, 2010  - Tuesday
5:30
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: "Women, Power and the Media": A conversation with Joan Walsh.  In conversation with Ysabel Duron.
$20. non-members
Information: tickets.commonwealthclub.org

Women for Rafael Mandelman
When: August 10, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: 349 Jersey Street, San Francisco
What: Join Women for Rafael as they raise funds to elect Rafael Mandelman for Supervisor.
Co-hosted by:
Jan Adams, Michelle Aldrich, Kimberly Alvarenga, Jean Amos, Jenifer Ancona, Dee Andrews, Stephanie Ashley, Sandy Bacon, Heather Box, Teaque Briscoe, Eleanor Burke, Beth Byrne,Kate Carroll, Jennifer Clary, Alana Conner, Gwenn Craig, Denise D'Anne, Julie Davis, Aimee Durfee, Annie Eagan, Aimee Ellis,
Bonnie Feinburg, Lisa Feldstein, Sandra Fewer, Janis Foo, Conny Ford, Wynne Furth, Eleanor Gerhardt, Paula Gerhardt, Kendell Goh, Rene Golanty-Koel, Shirley Golub, Maria Guillen, Pamela Hemphill, Sue Hestor, Hershey Hirshkop, Anne Irwin, Hene Kelly,Trista Kendall, Nancy Larson, Judy Levy-Sender, Donna Linden, Bobbi Lopez, Esperanza Macias, Esther Marks, Jane Martin, Kim-Shree Maufas, Carole Migden, Giuliana Milanese, Kathrin Moore, Patty Moran , Jane Morrison, Tara O'Neill, Linnette Peralta-Haynes, Claire Pilcher, Linda Plack,Gee Gee Platt, Gail Roberts, Sarah Richmond, Alix Rosenthal, Heidi Seraf, Diane Sidd-Champion, Larissa Siegel, Gail Silverstein, Joan Simmons, Niki Solis, Maya Solo, Abigail Stewart-Kahn, Carol Stuart, Linda Tam, Molly Tirpak-Sterkel, Amy Todd-Gher, Sue Vaughan, Kay Vasilyeva, Jenny Wald, Debra Walker, Betty Yee.
Suggested Donation:$25-$500.
Information: rafael2010.com

District 6 Safety Forum
When: August 10, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street, Community Room, 201Turk Street @ Jones Street, San Francisco
What: District 6 Safety Forum on Code Enforcement and Alcohol Permits.  Meeting will discuss how the community can better deal with future code enforcement issues and alcohol permits being issued in District 6 neighborhoods.  Meeting is open to the public.
Organized by: Alliance for a Better District 6 and co-sponsored by Market Street Association, North of Market Business Association, Tenant Associations Coalition and affiliates, Tip Top Market, Tenderloin Clubhouse, Boys and Girls Clubs of San Francisco, Tenderloin Neighborhood Association, and Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation
Information: 45-820-1560

August 11, 2010 -

San Francisco Democratic Party Endorsement Meeting
When: August 11, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m.
Where: Local 2, 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Items from agenda:

  • Endorsements of local propositions, supervisors races, community college board races, Bart Board race and State Proposition 19.
  • Discussion/action on reconsideration of DCCC endorsement of Superior Court, Seat 15.
  • Chair's report (Peskin)
  • Executive Director's Report (Lowe)
  • Treasurer's Report (Rosenthal)
  • Fundraising Report (Nutter)
  • Party-Building report (Quezada)

Note:  Public comment on endorsements will be held at the DCCC's endorsement interviews on Saturday, August 7th at 209 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco.  Public comment on candidate races will be from 10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.  There will be no public comment at the August 11 endorsement meeting.
Also Note: Because of the extended filing deadline for school board races, endorsements in the school board race will not be considered at the meeting of August 11th.
Information: sfdemocrats.org


Noe Valley Democratic Club - Seventh Annual "Celebrate Summer" Fundraiser
When: August 11, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Joe's 24th Street Cafe, 3853 24th Street, San Francisco
What:  Come and mingle with local politicos in a casual Noe Valley environment.  
Information: hls5@ibew1245.com


August 14, 2010 - Saturday

Community Congress
When: August 14, 2010 Saturday and August 15, 2010
August 14, 2010
9:00 a.m. - Registration and coffee through 5:00 p.m. with a break for lunch.
August 15, 2010 -
9:00 a.m. and end at 1:00 p.m.
What:  Much of time will be devoted to breakout  sessions during which the subjects of Economic Development, Health and Human Services, Housing and Muni will be discussed.
More details to follow in the Bay Guardian

Scott Wiener for Supervisor Headquarters Grand Opening
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Where: 538 Castro Street, between 18th and 19th Street, San Francisco
What: Grand opening of Scott Wiener's Supervisor Headquarters.  There will be brief remarks at 10 a.m. including special guests State Senator Mark Leno and Supervisor Sean Elsbernd.  Then they will be hitting the streets.
RSVP Adam Taylor adam@scott2010.com

Celebrate Social Security's 75th Birthday 
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
11 a.m.
Where: U.S. Federal Building Plaza, Mission Street at 7th Street, San Francisco
What:  Join the California Alliance for Retired Americans (CARA) and the San Francisco Central Labor Council for a celebration of America's most successful social insurance program.  Cake and refreshments will be served.
RSVP to CARA ksmith@californialliance.org

37th Annual Nihomachi Street Fair
When: August 14, 2010 - Saturday
            11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
            August 15, 2010 - Sunday
            11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Where: Japantown, Peace Plaza on Post Street between Octavia and Webster Streets
What: 37th Annual Nihomachi Street Fair.  Entertainment stages, food booths, arts and craft vendors.
Information: nihomachistreetfair.org



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