Sunday, September 19, 2010

San Francisco Political Events as of September 19 through 30, 2010




September 19, 2010 - Sunday



Sunday Streets - Western  Addition , North Panhandle, Fillmore, Japantown
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Panhandle in GG Park through North Panhandle to Fillmore, Kimball Playground, Peace Plaza in Japantown and Hayward Playground/Jefferson Square
Information:  sundaystreetssf.com

5th Annual Leland Street Fair
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Leland Avenue Commercial Corridor,  Visitacion  Valley, San Francisco
What: Visitacion Valley welcomes you to their neighborhood.  Performing live on Main Stage will be Pete Escovedo and many other musicians and artists.  Food, craft vendors.  Meet the candidates for the November elections race for District 10 Supervisor.

Kimbell Field - Neighborhood Party & Office Field Opening Celebration
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Kimbell Athletic Field, Steiner & Ellis, San Francisco
What: A celebration to open the park.  Sport drills and exercises.  Tiny Tot Agility Course, Community BBQ and picnic.  Local music for all ages.  Free raffle with great prizes.  Trash Mash Up Parade, sign up for rec connect.  Learn about neighborhood activities.

Rebecca Prozan - State Senator Leland Yee at Prozan Headquarters
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: Team Prozan HQ, 1195 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Join Rebecca Prozan and State Senator Leland Yee.  Precint walking and phone banking.
Information and RSVP: Kevin.easton@gmail.com rebeccaprozan.com

James Keys - Grand Campaign Office Opening
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 456 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: "Grand Opening" of headquarters.  Food, music.
Information: jameskeysdistrict6.com

Dolores Park  Works - Rafael Mandelman
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
1 p.m.
Where: Mission Dolores Park, San Francisco
What: Dolores Park Volunteers to gather Sunday.  Park clean-up with the Rafael Mandelman for District 8 Supervisor campaign. Meet Dolores Park Works and Rafael across the street from his home, on the corner of 20th Street and Dolores.
Information: doloresparkworks.org

Emily's Birthday Bash
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Rosa Parks Elementary School, 1501 O'Farrell, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Emily Murase's birthday.  Bring your family and friends.  Live music bySlinky Bukedero.  Campaign poster-making for kids.  In lieu of birthday  gifts, consider donating to Emily's  campaign  for San Francisco School Board.
Register/donate emilymurase.com/events

Meet and Greet with Bert Hill
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Bazaar Cafe, 5927 California Street between 21st and 22nd Avenue, San Francisco
What:  Meet and Greet with Bert Hill, candidate for Bart.
Information: bert4bart.org

September 20, 2010 - Monday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors - Public Safety Committee
When: September 20, 2010 - Monday
10 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What:  Item from agenda:
City's Provision and Coordination of Services to Victim
Sponsors: David Chiu, Sophie Maxwell
Members: David Chiu, Ross Mirkarimi, Sean Elsbernd

Steve Moss - Candidate District 10 - Campaign Open House
When: September 20, 2010 - Monday
5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 291 Connecticut Street (18th/Connecticut), San Francisco
What: Campaign open house.
Informationmossfordistrict10.com
Information: sfbos.org

SFOP Citywide Meeting
When: September 20, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 3215 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco
Information: sfop@sfop.com

Queers for Jane Kim
When: September 20, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Truck, 1900 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Queers for Jane Kim. Candidate District 6.  Come meet the best campaign team in the City.  DJ China G6 will be rockin' Truck all night.  Raffle prizes from Vixen Creations.  Food Cart.
Information janekim.org

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association  - Forum on Homelessness
When: September 20, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: It's A Grind, 1800 Polk @ Washington
What: Forum on homelessness in the neighborhood and the City.  Dr. Rajesh Parekh and Rann Parker of the City Homeless Outreach Team (HOT) will be there to discuss the issue.  Bring your ideas, suggestions and solutions.  Make your voice heard.
Information: info@middlepolk.org middlepolk.org

September 21, 2010 - Tuesday

SFMTA Board of Directors Special Meeting
When: September 21, 2010 - Tuesday
9 a.m.
Where: One South Van Ness Avenue, 2nd Floor, Atrium Conference Room, San Francisco
What: SFMTA to Present Annual Report at Board of Directors Meeting.
Board of Directors: Tom Nolan, Jerry Lee, Cameron Beach, Cheryl Brinkman, Malcolm Heinicke, Bruce Oka
Informationsfmta.com

Re-Imagining Mid-Market
When: September 21, 2010 - Tuesday
5:30 p.m. to 6:15 Reception
6:15 to 7 p.m. Presentation
Where: Luggage Store Gallery, 1009 Market Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Beautiful Public Realm Prize Public Presentation by Cindy Taley developed a toolbox of programs centered around cultural activity zones to help revitalize Mid-Market.
RSVP jonathan@sfbeautiful.org
Informationsfbeautiful.org

Lynette Sweet Neighborhood Townhalls
When: September 21, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Samoan Comm Dev Center, 2055 Sunnydale, San francisco
What: Town Hall meeting to discuss your questions and concerns about each neighborhood in District 10.

Theresa Sparks - Meet and Greet
When: September 21, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Don Ramon's Restaurant, 225 11th Street, San Francisco
What:  Join District 6 residents Thao Ngo, Susan Nelson and Greg Wick for a Meet and  Greet with Theresa Sparks.  Learn more about Theresa and her vision for District 6.  No host bar and appetizers provided by Don Ramon's.
Information: theresasparks.com

Jason Brock and Rebecca Prozan
When: September 21, 2010 - Tuesday
9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Where: Martuni's, 4 Valencia Street, San Francisco
WhatJason Brock will be performing his Tuesday night show for his special guest, Rebecca Prozan, candidate for supervisor in District 8.
Information: rebeccaprozan.com

September 22, 2010 - Wednesday

San Francisco Labor Council Public Employee Breakfast with Supervisor Carmen Chu
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
8:00 a.m.
Where: Holiday Inn Golden Gateway, 1500 Van Ness, San Francisco
RSVP: 415-440-4809

 Friends of the San Francisco Public Library - 46th Annual Big Book Sale 
When: September 22,23,24,25,26 2010 - Wednesday through Sunday
Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Fort Mason Center's Festival Pavilion, San Francisco
Information and Schedule: friendssfpl.org

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce - Lunch with Supervisor Sophie Maxwell
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m. to 12:30
Where: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, 235 Montgomery Street, 12th Floor, San Francisco
Information and RSVPsfchamber.com

San Francisco Young Democrats - District Eight Debate and Endorsement Meeting
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. - Light  appetizers and wine reception
6:15 p.m. - Debate
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, Rainbow Room, San Francisco
What: Candidate debate for District 8.  Co-hosted by Alice B. Toklas Democratic Club,  Harvey Milk Democratic Club and Eureka Valley/Castro Neighborhood Association.
Moderated by Melissa Griffin.  Streamed live on VidSF with commentary by Beth Spotswood and Pollo Del Mar.
CandidatesBill Hemenger, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan, Scott Wiener

Please Note:  Will hear from Board of Education candidates at this meeting.  SFYD members will vote on endorsement for all candidates at the conclusion of the debate.
Information: sfyd.org

San Francisco Police Commission
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Chief's Report - review of recent activities, presentation of Certificates of Appreciation
Commissioners: Joe Marshall, Thomas Mazzucco, Petra Dejesus, Angela Chan, James Hammer, Carol Kingsley
Information: 415-553-1667

League of Women Voters of San Francisco - Supervisorial District 10
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Bay campus of UCSF, Genetech Hall, 1675 Owens Street, San Francisco
What: Candidate District 10 Forum.
Partnership with Potrero Hill Association of Merchants and Businesses, Potrero Boosters, Dogpatch Neighborhood Association and UCSF
Please send your questions for the candidates to forumquestions@sfvotes.org
Informationlwvsf.org

South Mission Historic Resources Survey
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Cesar Chavez School, 825 Shotwell Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Planning Department is holding public meeting to receive input and answer questions about survey of historic resources in the southern Mission.  The purpose of the survey is to identify and evaluate properties that appear to be historic resources eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places and/or California Register of Historical Resources.
Information: southmission.sfplanning.org

Presidio Historical Association - Public Meeting on Proposed Hotel at the Presidio
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Club, 135 Fisher Loop in the Presidio of San Francisco.
What: Public meeting on proposed 14-building hotel on Presidio's Main Post.  Presidio Historical Association (PHA) is asking the public to speak out on plans to build new hotel on the Presidio. Public meeting will include an update on the hotel proposal and time for public comment.
Information:  presidioassociation.org
Source: PAR - Planning Association for the Richmond sfpar.org
Additional Information: Presidio Trust Public Board of Directors Meeting - presidio.gov/trust

Michael Nava for Judge - Fundraiser and Meet and Greet
When: September 22, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Club Waziema, 543 Divisadero Street, San Francisco
What: Celebration in support of Michael Nava for Superior Court Judge.
Co-hosted by Tom Ammiano, Ross Mirkarimi, Christina Olaque, Andy Blue, Dean Preston, Dan Nguyen-Tan and Quintin Mecke.
Vegetarian Ethioplan food provided.  Live music. No host bar.
Sliding scale donation.  Suggested minimum: $20. per person.
Informationnavaforjudge.com


September 23, 2010 - Thursday

San Francisco Hearing: Surveillance and Profiling of Muslim/Arab/South Asian Communities
When: September 23, 2010  - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 416, San Francisco
What: Sponsored by Coaliton for a Safe San Francisco,  CAIR, Asian Law Caucus, AROC, ACCC, BAAML, ASATA, Asian Bar Association.  Includes testimony from Dr. Hatem Bazian, Imam Zaid Sakir, Sheikh Hamza Yusuf, Monadel Herzallah, Michel Shehadeh, Dr. Rabab, Karen Korematsu, Venn Dubal.

Come testify about experience being profiled or discriminated against by FBI, Police or US Airport/Border customs agents because of their race, religion or national origin.

September 24, 2010 - Friday

City College of San Francisco's 75th Anniversary Grand Opening Celebration
When: September 24, 2010 - Friday
5:00 p.m.  ribbon cutting ceremony, first floor Assembly Room (140) of the Multi-Use Building
7:00 p.m. Concert in the Diego Rivera Theater on the Ocean Campus. - "Best of JAZZ" Concert".
Where: City College of San Francisco (Ocean Campus) Multi Use Building, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join the CCSF community in the Grand Opening of MUB and their 75th Anniversary Celebration.  Light refreshments will be served.
Authors' book signs of "The Truth Will Make Your Free: City College of San Francisco 75th Anniversary Book" by Austin White, Julia Bergman and Valeria Mathes.
Board of Trustees:  Milton Marks, John Rizzo, Natalie Berg, Anita Grier, Chris Jackson, Steve Ngo, Lawrence Wong., Student Trustee Jeffrey Fang and Chancellor Don Q. Griffin.
RSVP 415-239-3680

Latinos for Rafael Mandelman for District 8 Supervisor
When: September 24, 2010 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Sunrise Cafe, 3126 24th Street, San Francisco
WhatSupervisor John Avalos, Supervisor David Campos,Grassroots Democratic Club, Eric Quezada  host fundraiser for Rafael Mandelman - candidate for supervisor in District 8. 
RSVP: Mary Gomez 707-718-4297

September 25, 2010 - Saturday

San Francisco Democratic Party - Campaign Kickoff Party
When: September 25, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m.
Where: Democratic Campaign Headquarters, 1261 Howard Street (between 8th and 9th Street), San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Democratic Party and the San Francisco Labor Council for the Democratic Coordinated Campaign Kickoff at the new Democratic Campaign Headquarters.
Morning rally and reception with local activists and elected officials will speak on the important work ahead.  Afterward join fellow activists, volunteers and staff for precinct walking and phone banking.
RSVP and Information: sfdemocrats.org
Information: rafael2010.com

November Election 2010 SF Democratic Coordinated Campaign Kickoff - San Francisco Labor Council and the San Francisco Democratic Party
When: September 25, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: Campaign Headquarters, 1261 Howard Street, San Francisco.
What: Stop the anti worker, downtown, corporate agenda from taking over the State and the City.

  • No on Meg-abucks Whitman
  • No on Proposition B
  • Yes on Jerry Brown
  • Yes on Revenue (Propositions J&N)
  • Yes on endorsed candidates:
  • District 2 - Janet Reilly
  • District 4 - Carmen Chu
  • District 6 - Debra Walker
  • District 8 - Rafael Mandelman

RSVP: Amber Parrish amber@sflaborcouncil.org
Informationsflaborcouncil.org

Old Women's League - November Election Madness
When: September 25, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: San Francisco Main Library, Hispanic Room, Lower Level, San Francisco
What: Learn more about initiatives and Charter Amendments.
Co-Sponsored by SAN (Senior Action Network)
Issues:

  • Adachi Smart Reform Pension Measure
  • Elsbernd Muni Charter Amendment
  • Sit Lie/Community Policing Initiatives
  • State Propositions re Redistricting

Speakers so far confirmed:
Jeff Adachi, Public Defender, San  Francisco; Conny Ford, SF Labor Council
Sean Elsbernd, San Francisco; Vic Grayson, long-time Muni driver
Ross Mirkarimi, San Francisco Supervisor, or representative; Justin Buell
All Welcome.
Donations Gratefully Accepted
Informationowlsf.org

Reset San Francisco Launch Event
When: September 25, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Dianne Feinstein Elementary School, 2550 25th Avenue at Vicente Street, San  Francisco
What: Join Assessor Phil Ting to celebrate the launch of Reset San Francisco, a community bringing San Franciscans together to share real ideas and solutions to make our city work for us.
RSVP: Eddie@philTing.com

Polk Street Blues Festival
When: September 25, 2010 - Saturday / September 26, 2010 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Polk Street - Pacific to Union / San Francisco
What: Love of blues music.  Festival will feature two main stages, a merchant market place, arts and crafts, gourmet food booths, a large family area, cafe seating area.

16th Annual Sunset Community Festival - Spotlight on the Sunset's Libraries: Facts, Fantasy & Fun!
When: September 25, 2010 - Saturday
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Sunset Playground on 28th Avenue and Lawton.
What: Storytelling, meet local authors, live music and dance, children's games arcade, merchant exhibits, community art project, school exhibits, flea market.  Story telling by special guests
Information:  sunsetfestival@sbcglobal.net

September 26, 2010 - Sunday

7th Annual Marriage Equality USA Bridge Walk
When: September 26, 2010 - Sunday
9:00 a.m. to 1130 p.m.
Where: Crissy Field, San Francisco
What: Join Marriage Equality USA for 7th Annual Coast to Coast Bridgewalk as we march across the Golden Gate Bridge to support of marriage equality and in solidarity with Marriage Equality New York's march across the Brooklyn Bridge. Before the march , speakers including Senator Mark Leno.
Information:  firstgiving.com/meusa

8th Annual Portola Festival
When: September 26, 2010 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: 2 blocks of San Bruno Avenue in San Francisco from Felton Street to Bacon Street.
What: Celebrate the diversity, character and distinctiveness of one of the city's most interesting and fastest growing neighborhoods. Bistro style dining, arts, crafts, community boots, entertainment area, petting zoo, pony rides, large inflatable bounces.

Kim-Shree Maufas - Meet and Greet
When: September 26, 2010 - Sunday
1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Where: Courtyard of 10 Bertie Minor Lane (Laguna and Geary), 10 Bertie Minor Lane, San Francisco
What: Meet and Greet to Re-Elect Kim-Shree Maufas to San Francisco Board of Education.
Hosted by Carl and Tami Bryant, Conny Ford, Susan Solomon and Fred Pecker, Carolyn Samoa and LeRoy King.
Information: 415-595-4729

September 27, 2010 - Monday

Recording Academy of San  Francisco - Candidates Forum
When: September 27, 2010 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's, 1330 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Candidates forum focused on the concerns of the city's music and entertainment indstry.  Candidates seeking office  in District 8, 6 and 10 are expected to attend.

September 28, 2010 - Tuesday

Scout, Atticus and Boo: To Kill a Mockingbird 50th Anniversary Celebration
When: September 28, 2010 - Tuesday
6:000 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Special commemoration of the 50th Anniversary of "To Kill a Mockingbird".  Book editor Oscar Villalon hosts the short documentary "Scout, Atticus  and  Boo" followed by a book discussion with authors Jewelle Gomez, Andrew Sean Greer and Michelle Richmond.
Information: sfpl.org

Gavin Newsom Friends and Family Reception
When: September 28, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Infusion Lounge, 112 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: Event to support Mayor Gavin Newsom and his candidacy for Lieutenant Governor.
Sponsors: Paige Barry Arata, Jennifer Browne, Jose Cisneros and Mark Kelleher, Ken Cleaveland, Michael Costa, Marina Costabile, Wade Crowfoot, Matthew Denckla, Maya Draisin and Mike Farrah, Jr., Bevan Dufty, Brett Gladstone, Matthew Goudeau, Marco Heithaus and Jonathan Browning, Hilary Newsom, Callan and Geoff Callan, Lori Puccinelli Stern and Peter Stern, Anderson Pugash, Steven Spencer-Steigner, Starr Terrell, Alexander Volberding and Tony Winnicker
Individual $100.
RSVP actblue.com/page/newsom0928
Information: Stefanie Roumeliotes rsvp@sgrconsultants.com

Jerry Brown and Meg Whitman  Debate - UCDavis - 6 p.m.

September 29, 2010 - Wednesday

Lynette Sweet - Neighborhood Town Hall Meeting
When: September 29, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 DeHaro Street, San Francisco
What: Town hall meeting to discuss the public's questions and concerns in District 10.
Information: sweetforsupervisor.com

Jane Kim - Bloggers Meet & Greet with San Francisco District 6 Candidate Jane Kim
When: September 29, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Zeitgeist, 199 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Join Jane Kim, candidate for Supervisor in District 6,  as she meets with bloggers, tweeters, and friends of Zeitgeist for a casual and festive meetup.
Information: janekim.org

Garfield Square Park meeting - Supervisor David Campos and Neighborhood Parks Council
When: September 29, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Garfield Square Club House, 26th Street and Harrison,  San Francisco
What: Supervisor David Campos and Neighborhood Parks Council (NPC) are hosting a Garfield Square Park meeting.  Share issues or challenges you have observed at the park.  Meeting is to improve Garfield Square for all users.
Information: Sunya Ojure sojure@sfnpc.org sfnpc.org

September 30, 2010 - Thursday

Rafael Mandelman for Supervisor in District 8- Aaron Peskin and Matt Gonzalez - Fundraiser
When: September 30, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Gonzalez & Leigh LLP, 744 Montgomery Street, San Francisco
What: Aaron Peskin and Matt Gonzalez invite you to join in supporting Rafael Mandelman.     Rafael Mandelman for District 8 Supervisor: Good for the Neighborhood! Suggested Donation: $100.
Information: rafael2010.com

League of Women Voters of San Francisco - City-wide Offices Candidate Forum - Assessor/Recorder and Public Defender
When: September 30, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Main Library, 100 Larkin Street, San Francisco
What: Candidate Forum events.  Send your questions for the candidates to forumquestions@sfvotes.org
Information: lwvsf.org


Lynette Sweet - Neighborhood Town Hall Meeting
When:  September 30, 2010  - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where:  Lynette Sweet's Bayview Headquarters, 1599 Revere, San Francisco
What: Town hall meeting to discuss the public's questions and concerns in District 10.
Information: sweetforsupervisor.com

City Democratic Club - District 2 Candidates Debate and November Election Endorsement Vote
When: September 30, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Golden Gate Yacht Club, 1 Yacht Road, San Francisco
What : Debate for all District 2 Supervisorial candidates.  Members: Endorsement vote for the November 2010 Election after debate. 
Information: citydemocraticclub.org

Masonic Avenue Street Design Study Community Workshop #3
When: September 30, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Day School, 350 Masonic at Golden Gate (enter at Golden Gate), San Francisco
What: Final Community Planning Workshop for Traffic Calming on Masonic Avenue. SF MTA will propose 2 options and ask for neighbor input.
Information: sfmta.com/masonic - Javad Mirabdal
Information: fixmasonic.org

Talk Education with Winifred Dajani at Medjool
When: September 30, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Medjool, 2522 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser for Winifred Dajani, candidate for school board.  Appetizers and drinks will be served.  Suggested contribution $100. per person
Information: winifreddajani.com

Rebecca Prozan - Check drop off Event
When: September 30, 2010 - Thursday
7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Noe's Bar, 1199 Church Street, San Francisco
What: Help Rebecca Prozan - candidate for supervisor in District 8 reach her September 30th fundraiser goal.
Information: rebeccaprozan.com

Important: Items change - please check before attending event for any changes. 

Please email events, comments or questions to sfpostnotes@gmail.com 

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Thursday, September 9, 2010

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting










Potrero Hill Democratic held their endorsement meeting on September 7th with the following results:


San Francisco Board of Supervisors: Tony Kelly
San Francisco Board of Supervisors:  Margaret Brodkin
San Francisco Community College: John Rizzo, Anita Grier
Assessor Recorder: Phil Ting
Public Defender: Jeff Adachi 
(60% votes cast to be endorsed)


Prop 21 - Yes
Prop 23 - No
Prop 24 - Yes
Prop 25 - Yes
Prop 26 - No


On September 14 - Tuesday - 6:30 p.m.  Potrero Hill Democratic Club will hold endorsement meeting with pro and con speakers for State Propostions 19, 20, 22 and 27 and all local propositions AA through N.
Location: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco 
Information: phdemclub.org


You can find more videos from the above meeting at youtube.com/user/sfpostnotes




September 9, 2010 - Thursday 


ENDA Summer with Equality
When: September 9, 2010 - Thursday
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Harvey Milk Plaza, San Francisco
What: One Struggle One Fight, Pride at Work and GetEQUAL join forces to "build the mass" to make Pelosi  ENDA pass.  Bring signs, banners, your passion and voice.


Coalition on Homelessness Art Auction 2010
When: September 9, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Where: SOMArts Culture Center, 934 Brannan Street, San Francisco
WhatTransforming Art into Action: Standing up for Human Rights
Live and silent auction
Live Music
Onsite Screenprinting
Free Food and Drink
Admission: $25.
Information: artauction@cohsf.org


Michael Nava's Birthday Bash and Fundraiser
When: September 9, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Medjool, 2252 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join in celebrating Michael's 56th birthday and raise money to elect him Superior Court Judge in November.
Information: navaforjudge.com

Matt Drake - Campaign Happy Hour
When: September 9, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Pete's Tavern, 128 King Street, San Francisco
What: Campaign happy hour. 
Informationdrakeforsupervisor.com


HANC -  HANC Recycling Center and Native Plant Nursery Evicted?
When: September 9, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting.  Will a 36 year old neighborhood treasure become a victim  of behind the scenes politics? Ten green jobs on the line, 5,000 native plants endangered. San Franciscans will miss the City's #1 Recycling Center. Come to meeting and help save the recycling center. The City needs to hear from you.
Informationwww.HANC-SF.org



September 11, 2010 - Saturday


13th Annual Friends of Duboce Park Tag Sale
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday
9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Where: Duboce Park, San Francisco
What: 13th Annual Friends of Duboce Park Tag Sale.  All proceeds are used for improvements to Duboce Park. 


Natasha Hoehn - Precinct Walking
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday and September 12, 2010 - Sunday
9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Velo Rouge Cafe, 798 Arguello Blvd., San Francisco
What: Natasha Hoehn candidate for school board. Meet at Velo Rouge Cafe, 798 Arguello Blvd., San Francisco
Help spread the word in the Rchmond.  Drop lit with the team. 
Information and RSVP : acasiad@gmail.com


Scott Wiener 2010 - Door Knocking
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where:  Headquarters, 538 Castro Street, San Francisco
What: Weekly volunteer walk.  Snacks, refreshments and a campaign update from Scott before door knocking. 
 Information: adam@scott2010.com


Morning walk with Janet Reilly
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: Alta Plaza Park (corner of Steiner and Jackson Street) San Francisco
What: Walk the district with Janet Reilly.
Information: janetreilly.com


Mark Farrell for District 2 Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: September 11, 2010
10 a.m.
Where: Moscone Park (Chestnut at Laguna), San Francisco
Information: Margaux Kelly info@marfarrell.com


Sunset District Autumn Moon Festival
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Irving Street (22nd  - 25th Avenue) San Francisco


Civil Sidewalks - Vote Yes on L, Vote No on M
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: 1632 Haight Street (FTC Skate Shop), San Francisco
What: First campaign event. 
Endorsers: Senator Dianne Feinstein, Mayor Gavin Newsom, Chief of Police George Gascon, Supervisor Michela Alioto-Pier, Supervisor Elsbernd, Supervisor Carmen Chu
Information: info@civilsidewalks.com civilsidewalks.com


Fundraiser:  Drag  Against Sit/Lie
When: September 11, 2010 - Saturday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: The Cinch, 1723 Polk Street, San Francisco
What: No on Prop L.  Drag Against Sit Lie Fundraiser for "Stand Against Sit Lie"


September 12, 2010 - Sunday






California Pacific Medical Center Van Ness/Geary Campus Open House
When: September 12, 2010 - Sunday
12:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: 1101 Van Ness Avenue, from entrance driveway, (outside, top of ramp), former Cathedral Hill Hotel.  Refreshments will be provided.
What: Learn about San Francisco's new proposed, earthquake-safe hospital.  Meet and talk with the medical and planning teams for the proposed hospital at Van Ness and Geary.  Learn about patient services, architecture, streetscape, traffic, transportaiton, construction management, and CPMC's citywide system of care, community partnerships, and more.  
Information: Frieda Edgette edgette@barcoast.com




District 6 Candidates' Forum on Housing
When: September 12, 2010 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: The San Francisco Public Library, Koret Auditorium, 30 Grove Street, San Francisco
What: Hear from candidates for District 6  Supervisor  on issues of low-income housing, SRO Hotels, Gentrification, Tenant Rights.
Sponsored by: The Housing Rights Committee, The Central City SRO Collaborative, Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation, La Voz Latina
Information: Richard May richard@rcsf.org


Catherdral Hill Neighbors -  (CHNA) Legal Briefing on CPMC Draft Enrironmental Impact Report
When: September 12, 2010 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin Street, San Francisco
What: Legal briefing on the CPMC Draft Environmental Impact Report will be held.
Land use attorney Barbara Kautz of Goldfarb  and  Lipman will present alternative to the CPMC proposal currently before the Planning Commission.  Talking points will be given regarding the Planning Commission meeting on September 23rd.
Influence the planning, construction of Cathedral Hill and St. Lukes.
Cathedral Hill Neighbors Association - sfchna.org
Board of Directors:
Marlayne Morgan, President
Bertie Campbell-Ward, Vice President
Melinda LaValle, Treasurer
Karen D'Isola, Member at Large
Jack Scott, Member at Large
Lois Scott, Member at Large
Teresa Schnabel, Member at Large
Allen Soong, Webmaster


September 13, 2010 - Monday


District 6 Supervisor Candidate Forum 
When: September 13, 2010 - Monday
Doors open at 5:30 p.m. forum from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: UCSF's Genentech Hall in Byers Auditorium. at UCSF Mission Bay, San Francisco
What: South Beach/Rincon/Mission Bay Neighborhood Association (SBRMBNA) will host District 6 Supervisor Candidate Forum.  Moderator: Scott Shafer of KQED.  
Information: Board President Katy Liddell kliddell2001@yahoo.com 


District 2 Supervisor Candidate Forum
When: September 13, 2010 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Palace of Fine Arts, San Francisco
What: District 2 Supervisor Candidate Forum.  The  forum will provide each candidate with an opportunity to answer questions about issues that impact District 2 neighborhoods and the City of San Francisco.  Free - open to the public.
Sponsors:

  • The Cow Hollow Association
  • The Marina Community Association
  • Marina Cow Hollow Neighbors and Merchants
  • Marina Merchants Association
  • The Union Street Merchants Association

Information: info@sfmmca sfmca.org


Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club - Forum on CPMC Hospital Rebuild
When: September 13, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Forum on CPMC hospital rebuild and expansions including the proposed Van Ness Avenue Hospital.  Speakers both from PRO and CON side.  Forum will be moderated by Jim Illig, President of the San Francisco Health Commission.
Information: info@allicebtoklas.org


Rescue Muni - District Supervisor Candidates Forum
When: September 13, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 9:45 p.m.
Where: San Francisco County Fair Building, Garden Club Room, 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way, San Francisco
What: District Supervisor Candidates Forum. How do candidates stand on service restoration, crime, POP, Prop AA and Prop G.  Rescue Muni members are invited to vote for their preferred candidates for endorsement.
Information:  rescuemuni.org


Mission Dolores Park Renovation Meeting
When: September 13, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Dolores Park Church, 455 Dolores Street, San Francisco
What: Community meeting with a panel of Dolores Park advocates to discuss the design and renovation of Mission Dolores.  The public is welcomed to attend and offer their ideas.
Information: Jake Gilchrist jacob.gilchrist@sfgov.org


September 14, 2010 - Tuesday


Potrero Hill Democratic Club -  Endorsement Meeting
When: September 14, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street, San Francisco
What: Remaining state and 15 local ballot measures, speakers pro and con.
Information: phdemclub.org


Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When: September 14, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Jewish Center, 3200 California Street, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting.  Many candidates will be present.  Refreshments will be served.
Information: sfrwjdc@yahoo.com


Glen Park Community Plan
When: September 14, 2010 - Tuesday
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: St. John's Elementary School Auditorium, 925 Chenery Street, San Francisco
What: Planning Department has prepared an updated draft of the Glen Park Community Plan based on discussions with the Glen Park community.  Meeting is being held to go over the new plan. The Plan provides policies and strategies in the areas of Land Use, Transportation and Open Space to preserve and enhance Glen Park's unique character.
Information: glenpark.sfplanning.org 


Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club - Endorsement Meeting
When: September 14, 2010 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Women's Building, Audre Lorde Room, 3543 18th Street, San Francisco
What: Special General Membership meeting.  PAC Endorsement  recommendations on candidates will be voted on.


Informationmilkclub.org


September 15, 2010 - Wednesday


Rafael for Supervisor: A Fall Fundraiser
When: September 15, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Duboce Park Cafe, 2 Sanchez Street, San Francisco
What: Join Rafael Mandelman for food, drink and entertainment to help elect Rafael Mandelman to Board of Supervisors.
Information: rafael4supe@gmail.com


September 16, 2010 - Thursday


Tom Ammiano celebrates 20 years in public office
When: September 16, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: The Triple Crown, 1772 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate two decades of Tom's cutting-edge legislation.
Benefactor: Ironworkers Local 377
Co-Chairs:
Dale Gieringer, Dick Grosboll, Operating Engineers Local 3, Dennis Seely, Jerry Kalmar, Stationary Engineers Local 39
Hosts:
Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1575, Denise M. Lapointe, District Council 16 Painters and Allied Trades, Esperanza Macias and Gwenn Craig, Esther Marks, Robert Morales, Teamsters Joint Council 7, Diane B. Wilsey
Patrons:
Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1555, Tim Durning, David Onek, Transport Workers Union Local 250A
Sponsors:
Dennis Antenore, Jamie Awad, Alvin Baum, Ann Moller Caen, Susan Belinda Christian, Bob Dockendorff, Geoff Dryvynsyde and Matt Porta, Mark Dunlop, Milton Estes, Judith Flynn, Bruce Folsom, Jan Holloway, Roni Howard, Sharon Johnson, John Kirk, Barbara Lambarida, Joseph Lanthier, Teamster Local 856, Jody Le Witter and Marc Van Der Hout, Evan Mogan, Jeff and Sandy Mori, Joyce Newstat, William F. Owen, Jr., Robert Raich, Kevin Reed
Friends:
Jan Adams, American Federation of Teachers Local 2121, Margie Baker, Michael Baxtr, Maurice Belote and Alan Broussard, Brenda Berlin, Charles Bolton and Claudine Huey, Shirley Breyer Black, David Chan and Chris Willers, Chris Collins, Larry Cruz, Catherine Cusic, Ina Dearman, Libby Denebeim,  Jamilah Din and Herb Mintz, Stephen Eckert, Douglas Engmann, Jean Field, Conny Ford, Irene Glassgold, Stephen and Alice Gooman, Joe Grubb, Maria Guillen, Tom Harrison, Bob Hernandez, 
Gerry Hurtado, Fred Pecker, ILWU NCDC, Wolf Israel, Agar Jaicks, Walter Johnson, Jeff J. Jones, John Klopacz and Richard Wilson, Karen Larsen, Myong Leigh, Betty MacMartin, Mary Magee and Ed Kinchley, Rafael Mandelman, Larry Martin, Eve Meyer, Tim Molinari, Jim Morales, Jane Morrison, Toye Moses, Alice Mosley, John J. Moylan, Carl L. Ntvig, Tom Nolan, Peter Olney, Mary O'Riordan, Trent Orr and Brian Mikulak, Paul Page, Saralie Pennington and Tom Herz, Duane Perry, Bob Prentice, Carlos Romero, Pamela A. Routh, Maggi Rubenstein, Norman Schlossberg, Bob Smith, Sandra and Elliot Smith, John Stricklin, Ken Tray, Debra Walker, Howard Wallace, Bill Watson, Jane Wattenberg, Richard E. Winnie, Jeff Wishnie, Tim Wolfred
No host bar Hors d'oeuvres
$35. Donation and up
Information: Esther Marks 415-665-5417


Michael Nava for San Francisco Superior Court 
When: September 16, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Where: Live Sushi, 1 Gilbert Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser.
Co-Hosts: Peter Keane, Peter Fitzpatrick, Arcelia Hurtado, Niki Solis, Mat Haney, Linda Colfax, Tal Klement, Susan Ruthberg, Doug Welch and Armando Moshiko Miranda.
Join leaders of San Francisco's progresive legal, LGBT and Latino communities in supporting Michael Nava for Superior Court Judge.  All are welcome.  Please donate what you can.
Information: navaforjudge@yahoo.com


District Three Democratic Club - Ballot Measures and Candidate Endorsements
When: September 16, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Tel-Hi Neighborhood Center, 660 Lombard Street, San Francisco
What: Endorsement meeting.  Hear proponents and opponents on some of the local and statewide measures and candidates running for Community College Board and Board of Education. Members will be voting on local and statewide ballot measures as well as candidates for Community College and Board of Education.
Information: d3dc@hotmail.com


Upper Noe Neighbors - District Eight Candidates for District Eight
When: September 16, 2010 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Recreation Center, (Day and Sanchez), San Francisco
What: Bill Hermenger, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan and Scott Wiener, candidates for Supervisor  in District 8 will speak.  
Information: Vicki Rosen vickimrosen@gmail.com


September 17, 2010 - Friday


 SFOP - Citywide meeting
When: September 17, 2010 - Friday
6:30 p.m.
Where: St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 315 Cesar Chavez Street, San Francisco
What: City Wide Meeting.


September 18, 2010 - Saturday


20th Annual Moon Festival Street Fair 2010
When: September 18, 2010 - Saturday
9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Chinatown, Grant Avenue, San Francisco
Information: moonfestival.org

Anna Conda's Birthday Celebration
When: September 18, 2010 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to Midnight
Where: Eagle, 12th Street and Harrison, San Francisco
What: Big birthday bash for Anna Conda.   Free admission.  Donations accepted.
Information: Matt Cottrill matt@annaconda2010.com


September 19, 2010 - Sunday


Sunday Streets - Western  Addition , North Panhandle, Fillmore, Japantown
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Panhandle in GG Park through North Panhandle to Fillmore, Kimball Playground, Peace Plaza in Japantown and Hayward Playground/Jefferson Square
Information:  sundaystreetssf.com

5th Annual Leland Street Fair
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Leland Avenue Commercial Corridor,  Visitacion  Valley, San Francisco
What: Visitacion Valley welcomes you to their neighborhood.  Performing live on Main Stage will be Pete Escovedo and many other musicians and artists.  Food, craft vendors.  Meet the candidates for the November elections race for District 10 Supervisor.

Emily's Birthday Bash
When: September 19, 2010 - Sunday
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: Rosa Parks Elementary School, 1501 O'Farrell, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Emily Murase's birthday.  Bring your family and friends.  Live music by Slinky Bukedero.  Campaign poster-making for kids.  In lieu of birthday  gifts, consider donating to Emily's  campaign  for San Francisco School Board.
Register/donate emilymurase.com/events


Information: 


San Francisco Democratic Party additional endorsements:
District 10 Supervisor:
  • lst Pick: DeWitt Lacy
  • 2nd Pick: Malia Cohen
  • 3rd Pick: Eric Smith
San Francisco School Board - co- endorsed:

  • Kim-Shree Maufas 
  • Hydra Mendoza
  • Emily Murase

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