Saturday, January 5, 2013

Inaugurations - City College, Supervisors, Obama





January 6, 2013 - Sunday

Memorial - Howard Wallace
When: January 6, 2013 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: ILWU Local 34 (next to Giants Ballpark), San Francisco
What: Memorial for Howard Wallace.  Dolores Huerta of the United Farm Workers and other figures will  remember  Howard and his contributions to LGBT, Labor, Elder and Health Care Rights.
To remember Howard please send donations to the following organizations per his request:
NAACP
ACLU, Northern California Chapter
Pride at Work
KPFA
Senior Action Network
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.
Information: Eileen Hansen eileenhansenf8@yahoo.com

January  7, 2013 - Monday

City College - Swearing in 
When:  January 7, 2013 - Monday
4:30 p.m.
Where: City College, 50 Phelan Avenue, Room 140,  San Francisco
What: Special meeting - swearing in ceremony.  Incumbents Steve Ngo, Natalie Berg, Chris Jackson and Rafael Mandelman will be sworn in.
Other trustees: John Rizzo, Anita Grier, Lawrence Wong

Supervisor Norman Yee Victory Party
When:  January  7, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Dinner
Where: Far East Cafe, 631 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
What: Supervisor-Election Norman Yee Victory Party Host Committee hosting a dinner celebration of honor of Norman Yee's victory as supervisor in District 7.
$30.
RSVP: 415-846-3069

Hayes Valley Neighborhood Association - (HVNA) - Public Safety Meeting
When: January 7, 2013 - Monday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Korean American Center, 745 Buchanan, San Francisco
What: HVNA Public Safety Meeting.  Meet the new leader of Northern Station, Captain Greg McEachern.
Information: havyesvalleysf.org

January  8, 2013 - Tuesday

London Breed
When:  January  8, 2013 - Tuesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: South Light Court, City Hall, San Francisco
What: California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris will administer the oath of office to London Breed to assume the office of Supervisor, District 5 for the City and County of San Francisco.
Reception to follow  at 6:00 p.m. - African American Art and Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
RSVP info@londonforsupervisor.com

San Francisco Board of Supervisors Inaugural
When:  January  8, 2013 - Tuesday
Noon - (note time) First come first served - overflow - Light Courts
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: John Avalos, David Campos, David Chiu, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Norman Yee, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, London Breed, Scott Weiner
Informationsfbos.org

You can view the inauguration starting at noon, on Channel 26 or sfgov.org/sfgtv

John Avalos - Inauguration Celebration
When: January 8, 2013 - Tuesday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Viewing party and reception.

Eric Mar's Inaugural Reception
When:  January  8, 2013 - Tuesday
Directly following the ceremony
Where: City Hall, Room 284, San Francisco
Information: 554-7410

Norman Yee - Open House
When: January 8, 2013 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Supervisor  Norman Yee's Office

Potero Hill Democratic Club - Monthly meeting
When: January 8, 2013 - Tuesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhouse, 953 De Haro, San Francisco
What: On the Agenda:
Action planned in the Bay Area later this month to mark the third anniversary of Citizens United.  The 2013 California Disclose Act, SB 52, authored by Senator Mark Leno along with Senator Jerry Hill - and what you can do to help get it passed this year.  Discussion and vote on proposed  changes to the Bylaws, plus nominations for 2013 officers.
Information: phdemclub.org

John Avalos - Continued Celebration
When: January 8, 2013 - Tuesday
5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Where: District 11 - Live Sushi, 4808 MIssion Street @ Onondaga Street, San Francisco

January 9, 2013 - Wednesday

Budget and Finance Committee
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
11:00 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Tenderloin Community Round Table and Speakout on Tasers
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:   201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Tenderloin Community Speak Out and Roundtable on tasers and march to City Hall.  Sponsored by CCHH (Central City Hospitality House)
Source:  Facebook

San Francisco Police Commission
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners:  Thomas Mazzucco, Joe Marshall, Petra DeJesus, L. Julius M. Turman, Angela Chan, Carol Kingsley, R. James Slaughter
Information: sf-police.org

2012 5th Annual NEN Awards
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Join friends and neighbors in celebrating the NEN Awards.  Come show your support to these dedicated community members:
Best Green Community Project: Portola Garden Tour
Outstanding Neighborhood Watch Group: Ney Street Neighborhood Watch
Exemplary NERT Leadership: Nora Matulich
Most Empowering City Employee of the Year: Sandra Zuniga
Youth Neighborhood Leader: Jack Olinger
Best Graffiti Watch Volunteer: Larry Winum
Comeback Neighborhood of the Year:  The Portola
Best Merchant Association of the Year: The Lower Haight Merchant + Neighbor Association
NEN Hall of Fame:   Bernice Bing
Best Community Challenge Grant Project: Progress Park 
Outstanding Park Volunteer Group: Help McLaren Park
NEN Lifetime Achievement Award: Annette Young Smith
Produced in partnership with the CCSF Community Challenge Grant Program.  The NEN Awards are dedicated to elevating and celebrating the tremendous work that residents and organizations do every day to make our City a great place to live.
Event is free.  You are request to register for your free admission ticket through Eventbrite at:
5thnenawards.eventbrite.com

San Francisco Young Democrats - Meeting and Officer Elections
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. 
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats January Membership Meeting and Officer Elections
President,  Internal Vice  President, External Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Information: Kevin Bard - gtkbard@gmail.com
Chris Gembinski - chrisgembinski@gmail.com

Upper Noe Neighbors - Meeting
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Rec Center, Day and Sanchez, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
New Captain of Ingleside Police Station  - Timothy Falvey
Conversation with Muni Action Deputy Director of Transit Services.
Conversation with Transportation Planning Manager, SFMTA Sustainable Streets - what is happening with the private shuttles?
Information: Vicki Rosen vickirosen@gmail.com

January 10, 2013 - Thursday

SPUR - High-Speed Rail - An Update
When: January 10, 2013 - Thursday
12:30 p.m.
Where: SPUR Urban Center, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: The new director of high-speed rail for Northern California, Ben Tripousis and Gillian Gillett, transportation director for Mayor Ed Lee, will answer questions about California's hight-speed rail system.
$10. non-members.
Information: spur.org

San Francisco Planning Commission
When: January 10, 2013 - Thursday
1:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
Commissioners: Rodney Fong, Cindy Wu, Michael J. Antonini, Gwyneth Borden, Rich Hillis, Kathrin Moore, Hisashi Sugaya
Information: sfplanning.org

Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council Meeting - The Recycling Center at Kezar Gardens' End
When: January 10, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: The Recycling Center at Kezar Gardens' End.  Hear about the 30 year history of recycling at Kezar Gardens, its eviction by the Recreation and Parks Department, neighbor support, California law supporting recycling, and threats to the future of recycling in San Francisco.
Free and open to the public.
InformationHANC-SF.org

January 12, 2013 - Saturday

Election for Democratic Party delegate for California Assembly District 17
When: January 12, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
Where: African American Arts and Cultural Center, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: Election for delegates to the California State Democratic Party Convention in April - 2013 for the 17th Assembly District. Participating voters elect six men and six women to represent the district for both the 2013 and 2014 California Democratic Convention. 
Rules are very strict for each Assembly District.  (I have not seen the rules for this Assembly District) 6 men and 6 women will be elected. 
Convener: Paul Hogarth

Visitacion Valley/Schlage Lock Project Community Meeting
When: January 12, 2013 -  Saturday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Recology Environmental Learning Center, 401 Tunnel Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Planning Department and the Office of Economic and Workforce Development in cooperation with Universal Paragon Corporation for a second community workshop on the Schlage Lock Site.  At this workshop there will be a review of feedback on top community priorities from first workshop, evaluate potential funding strategies and review the design options and revisions to the Schlage site plan.
Lunch and Cantonese translation will be provided.
Information: Claudia Flores claudia.flores@sfgov.org

San Francisco 49ers Playoff Game
When: January 12, 2013 - 5:00 p.m. ( time not confirmed)
Where: Candlestick


January 13, 2013 - Sunday

Election for Democratic Party delegate for California Assembly District  19
When: January 13, 2013 -  Sunday 
Registration Time: 11:00 a.m. 
Where:  Westlake Park Community Center, 145  Lake Merced Blvd. Daly City , Ca.  
What: Election for delegates to the California State Democratic Party Convention in April - 2013 for the  19th  Assembly District. Participating voters elect six men and six women to represent the district for both the 2013 and 2014 California Democratic Convention. 
Rules are very strict for each Assembly District.  (I have not seen the rules for this Assembly District)

Fundraiser for the Capp Street and 23rd Fire Victims
When: January 13, 2013 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
Information/Donation: medasf.org/home/2013/01/03/fire-relief


January 16, 2013 - Wednesday

Noe Valley Democratic Club - David Binder
When: January 16, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: David Binder will address the Noe Valley Democratic Club.  Lead qualitative research consultant for both the 2008 and 2012 Obama campaigns, he will discuss both the research and psychology behind the Obama campaign's messaging phenomenon.  A Question and Answer Session will follow.  All  are welcome.
Informationnoevalleydems.org

January 21, 2013 - Monday


Martin Luther King Day

Barack Obama Inauguration Day


Inauguration day is Monday 21, 2013, which is Martin Luther King Day.  The constitution mandates that inauguration take place on January 20th, but because January 20th falls on a Sunday this year, a small private ceremony will be held on Sunday ahead of the public ceremony on Monday.

San Francisco Labor Council 2013 MLK Breakfast Celebration
When: January 21, 2013 - Monday
8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Labor Council 2013 MLK Breakfast Celebration.  Celebrating Labor and Community Working Together.
Tribute to International Longshore and Warehouse Union for its contribution of $250,000 to the Booker T. Washington Community Service Center rebuild.
Youth Essay Contest Winners
Essay Readings by 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place essay contest winners.
Special Live Presentation: Swearing-in Ceremony of President Obama - viewing depends on start time of ceremony in D.C.
Immediately following the breakfast , partner - The Northern California Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Foundation will provide shuttle buses to the SF Cal Train Station for the MLK March and Parade to Yerba Buena Gardens.
Tickets on line: brownpapertickets.com/event/309740
Mail $50.  check payable to San Francisco Labor Council to:
San Francisco Labor Council, 1188 Franklin #203, San Francisco.
Information: Shelley Bradford Bell shelledybbell@gmail.com


Martin Luther King Day - Breakfast and Celebration -  San Francisco Democratic Party, San Francisco Labor Council
When: January 21, 2013 - Monday
8:00 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Where: West Bay Conference Center, 1290 Fillmore, San Francisco
What: Breakfast and Celebration with San Francisco Labor Council and San Francisco Democratic Party.  Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast and Celebration, which this year will also celebrate the historic inauguration of President Barack Obama and Vice President Biden immediately following the program.  
The public swearing in will be shown as part of the traditional MLK Breakfast and Celebration.  Following the event, shuttles will be  provided  for those who wish to participate in the Freedom March.
Tickets: $50. per person
Information: Ally 415-626-1161
Purchase: secure.actblue.com/page/inaug2012

Presidential Inaugural Viewing Party and Brunch
When: January 21, 2013 - Monday
8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m. - Pre-Inaugural Activities
9:00 a.m. - Swearing -in and President Obama's Speech
10:00 a.m. - Presidential Trivia Contest 
11:00 a.m. - Inaugural Parade
Where: Bissap Baobab Village, 3372-3386 19th Street, San Francisco
What: See live coverage on Big Screen - Presidential Inaugural Viewing Party and  Brunch.
Admission Free.
Crepes, pastries, mimosas, juices, wine and beer at affordable prices.

January 25, 2013 - Friday

Alliance for a Better District 6 14th Annual Meeting and Celebration
When: January 25, 2013 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: 201 Turk Street Family Apartments, 201 Turk  Street Community Room at Jones Street, San Francisco
What: Alliance for a Better District 6 14th Annual Meeting and Celebration Guest speakers, election of officers, awards ceremony, door prizes, refreshments.
Information; 415-820-1560


January 26, 2013 - Saturday

Celebrating: Women, Life and Liberty, the 40th Anniversary of Roe V. Wade
When: January 26, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 am. to Noon
Where: Justin Herman Plaza, San Francisco
What: A festive public celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade (which gave women the right to decide what happens to their body about abortion.)  Begin with a walk down Market Street and will end with a Party.  
Co- Sponsors:  BACORR, California Nurses Association/National Nurses United, California Family Health Council, California Women's Agenda, Democratic Women in Action, HHS Region IX, Men Who Trust Women, SF Dept. of Public Health, SF Dept. of Status of Women, SF NOW, Women's Building of San  Francisco, Women's Intercultural Network
Source: Facebook




Information:

HANC - Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council - 2013 Officers and Board:
President - Kevin Bayuk
Vice President - Richard Ivanhoe
Recording Secretary - Burt Phillips
Corresponding Secretary - Robert Leon
Treasurer: Tes Welborn
Housing/Land Use Chair: Calvin Welch
Recycling Chair: Karen Fishkin
Membership Chair: Michelle Welch
Nominating Chair: Joey Cain
Members-at-Large -:
Colleen Rivecca, Bruce Wolfe, Jim Rhoads, Karen Masonheimer, Michael Behrens

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Monday, December 31, 2012

Happy New Year 2013!!!






January 1, 2013 - Tuesday

Happy New Year

January 4, 2013 -  Friday

Installation of San Francisco Board of Education
When: January 4, 2013 - Friday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Tenderloin Community School,  627 Turk Street, Multi-Purpose Room,  San Francisco
What: Celebrate the installation of San Francisco Board of Education:
Jill Wynns
Sandra Lee Fewer
Rachel Norton
Matt Haney
Returning colleagues: Hydra Mendoza, Kim-Shree Maufas and Emily Murase

Matt Haney Swearing-In Ceremony and Celebration
When: January 4, 2013 - Friday
6:00 p.m. - Swearing in - Tenderloin Community School, 627 Turk Street, S.F.
7:30 p.m.  late late - Celebration
Where: Noble Bar, 600 Polk Street, San Francisco

January 5, 2013 - Saturday

Philosopher's Way Dedication and Walk
When: January 5, 2013 - Saturday
11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: Meet at McLaren Park, San Francisco at the trailhead by the Mansell and Visitacion Avenues parking lot.  
What: Join artists Susan Schwartzenberg and Peter Richards and City officials to celebrate the dedication of the new public artwork in McLaren Park, the Philosopher's Way.  This public dedication will include a brief ceremony and artist-led tours of the route.  Designed along the style of the Kyoto, Japan and Heidelberg, Germany's Philosopher's Walks, the McLaren Park Philosopher's Way utilizes the 2.7 mile trail that loops throughout the park.  Walkers can contemplate at fourteen musing stations, which include benches, plaques offering a quotation, breathtaking views of the bay, the natural vistas of the park and cityscape.
Information: Kate.Patterson@sfgov.org

January 6, 2013 - Sunday

Memorial - Howard Wallace
When: January 6, 2013 - Sunday
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: ILWU Local 34 (next to Giants Ballpark), San Francisco
What: Memorial for Howard Wallace.  Dolores Huerta of the United Farm Workers and other figures will  remember  Howard and his contributions to LGBT, Labor, Elder and Health Care Rights.
To remember Howard please send donations to the following organizations per his request:
NAACP
ACLU, Northern California Chapter
Pride at Work
KPFA
Senior Action Network
Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.
Information: Eileen Hansen eileenhansenf8@yahoo.com

January  7, 2013 - Monday

Supervisor Norman Yee Victory Party
When:  January  7, 2013 - Monday
6:00 p.m. - Reception
6:30 p.m. - Dinner
Where: Far East Cafe, 631 Grant Avenue, San Francisco
What: Supervisor-Election Norman Yee Victory Party Host Committee hosting a dinner celebration of honor of Norman Yee's victory as supervisor in District 7.
$30.
RSVP: 415-846-3069

January  8, 2013- Tuesday

London Breed
When:  January  8, 2013 - Tuesday
10:00 a.m.
Where: South Light Court, City Hall, San Francisco
What: California Attorney General Kamala D. Harris will administer the oath of office to London Breed to assume the office of Supervisor, District 5 for the City and County of San Francisco.
Reception to follow  at 6:00 p.m. - African American Art and Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
RSVP info@londonforsupervisor.com

San Francisco Board of Supervisors Inaugural
When:  January  8, 2013 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m. - First come first served - overlow - Light Courts
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: John Avalos, David Campos, David Chiu, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Norman Yee, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, London Breed, Scott Weiner
Information: sfbos.org

Eric Mar's Inaugural Reception
When:  January  8, 2013 - Tuesday
Directly following the ceremony
Where: City Hall, Room 284, San Francisco
Information: 554-7410

January 9, 2013 - Wednesday

San Francisco Tenderloin Community Round Table and Speakout on Tasers
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where:   201 Turk Street, San Francisco
What: Tenderloin Community Speak Out and Roundtable on tasers and march to City Hall.  Sponsored by CCHH (Central City Hospitality House)
Source:  Facebook

2012 5th Annual NEN Awards
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Join friends and neighbors in celebrating the NEN Awards.  Come show your support to these dedicated community members:
Best Green Community Project: Portola Garden Tour
Outstanding Neighborhood Watch Group: Ney Street Neighborhood Watch
Exemplary NERT Leadership: Nora Matulich
Most Empowering City Employee of the Year: Sandra Zuniga
Youth Neighborhood Leader: Jack Olinger
Best Graffiti Watch Volunteer: Larry Winum
Comeback Neighborhood of the Year:  The Portola
Best Merchant Association of the Year: The Lower Haight Merchant + Neighbor Association
NEN Hall of Fame:   Bernice Bing
Best Community Challenge Grant Project: Progress Park 
Outstanding Park Volunteer Group: Help McLaren Park
NEN Lifetime Achievement Award: Annette Young Smith
Produced in partnership with the CCSF Community Challenge Grant Program.  The NEN Awards are dedicated to elevating and celebrating the tremendous work that residents and organizations do every day to make our City a great place to live.
Event is free.  You are request to register for your free admission ticket through Eventbrite at:
5thnenawards.eventbrite.com

San Francisco Young Democrats - Meeting and Officer Elections
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m. 
Where: Infusion Lounge, 124 Ellis Street, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Young Democrats January Membership Meeting and Officer Elections
President,  Internal Vice Presideant, External Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary
Information: Kevin Bard - gtkbard@gmail.com
Chris Gembinski - chrisgembinski@gmail.com

Upper Noe Neighbors - Meeting
When: January 9, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Rec Center, Day and Sanchez, San Francisco
What: From agenda:
New Captain of Ingleside Police Station  - Timothy Falvey
Conversation with Muni Action Deputy Director of Transit Services.
Conversation with Transportation Planning Manager, SFMTA Sustainable Streets - what is happening with the private shuttles?
Information: Vicki Rosen vickirosen@gmail.com

January 10, 2013 - Thursday

Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council Meeting - The Recycling Center at Kezar Gardens' End
When: January 10, 2013 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: The Recycling Center at Kezar Gardens' End.  Hear about the 30 year history of recycling at Kezar Gardens, its eviction by the Recreation and Parks Department, neighbor support, California law supporting recycling, and threats to the future of recycling in San Francisco.
Free and open to the public.
Information: HANC-SF.org

January 12, 2013 - Saturday

Election for Democratic Party delegate for California Assembly District 17
When: January 12, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: African American Arts and Cultural Center, 762 Fulton Street, San Francisco
What: Election for delegates to the California State Democratic Party Convention in April - 2013 for the 17th Assembly District. Participating voters elect six men and six women to represent the district for both the 2013 and 2014 California Democratic Convention. 
Rules are very strict for each Assembly District.  (I have not seen the rules for this Assembly District)


Visitacion Valley/Schlage Lock Project Community Meeting
When: January 12, 2013 -  Saturday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: Recology Environmental Learning Center, 401 Tunnel Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Planning Department and the Office of Economic and Workforce Development in cooperation with Universal Paragon Corporation for a second community workshop on the Schlage Lock Site.  At this workshop there will be a review of feedback on top community priorities from first workshop, evaluate potential funding strategies and review the design options and revisions to the Schlage site plan.
Lunch and Cantonese translation will be provided.
Information: Claudia Flores claudia.flores@sfgov.org



January 13, 2013 - Sunday


Election for Democratic Party delegate for California Assembly District  19
When: January 13, 2013 -  Sunday 
Registration Time: 11:00 a.m. 
Where:  Merced Room at Westlake Park, 145  Lake Merced Blvd. Daly City , Ca. (not     sure this is the correct address -  if I receive any further information I will make amendments). 
What: Election for delegates to the California State Democratic Party Convention in April - 2013 for the  19th  Assembly District. Participating voters elect six men and six women to represent the district for both the 2013 and 2014 California Democratic Convention. 
Rules are very strict for each Assembly District.  (I have not seen the rules for this Assembly District)


January 16, 2013 - Wednesday

Noe Valley Democratic Club - David Binder
When: January 16, 2013 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: David Binder will address the Noe Valley Democratic Club.  Lead qualitative research consultant for both the 2008 and 2012 Obama campaigns, he will discuss both the research and psychology behind the Obama campaign's messaging phenomenon.  A Question and Answer Session will follow.  All  are welcome.
Information: noevalleydems.org

January 21, 2013 - Monday

Martin Luther King Day

Barack Obama Inauguration Day

January 26, 2013 - Saturday

Celebrating: Women, Life and Liberty, the 40th Anniversary of Roe V. Wade
When: January 26, 2013 - Saturday
10:00 am. to Noon
Where: Justin Herman Plaza, San Francisco
What: A festive public celebration of the 40th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade (which gave women the right to decide what happens to their body about abortion.)  Begin with a walk down Market Street and will end with a Party.  
Co- Sponsors:  BACORR, California Nurses Association/National Nurses United, California Family Health Council, California Women's Agenda, Democratic Women in Action, HHS Region IX, Men Who Trust Women, SF Dept. of Public Health, SF Dept. of Status of Women, SF NOW, Women's Building of San  Francisco, Women's Intercultural Network
Source: Facebook




Information:

Bart Director Tom Radulovich was elected President of Bart.
Bart Director Joel Keller  was elected Vice President of Bart.
bart.gov


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Tuesday, December 11, 2012

More Holiday Parties!



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December 11, 2012 - Tuesday

Rally Against Eviction of HANC Recycling Center and Community Gardens
When: December 11, 2012 - Tuesday
Noon
Where: City Hall Steps, San Francisco
What: Rally against eviction of HANC Recycling Center and Community Gardens.
Sponsored by Haight Ashbury Neigbhorhood Council.  Bring your support to the steps of City Hall for HANC Recycling Center.


San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: December 11, 2012 - Tuesday
2:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
Supervisors: David Chiu, John Avalos, David Campos, Carmen Chu, Malia Cohen, Sean Elsbernd, Mark Farrell, Jane Kim, Eric Mar, Christina Olalgue, Scott Wiener
Information: sbos.org

African American Art & Culture Complex and Mo Magic - Toy Wrapping Party
When: December 11, 2012 - Tuesday
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: African American Art & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton, San Francisco
What:  Join African American Art & Culture Complex and Mo Magic for a toy wrapping party for the San Francisco Fire Fighters Local 798.  They will have pizza, music, drinks.  Feel free to stop by whenever you want. 

  Joint North Beach Broadway Holiday Party
When: December 11, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Monroes, 473 Broadway, San Francisco
What: North Beach Broadway Holiday Party.  Drink  specials and light appetizers.  Raffle benefiting North Beach Citizens.
Performances by Anna Conda, Mutha Chucka, Monistad.  Music by DJ Carnitas
Sponsored by  Voices of Broadway, Supervisor David Chiu, Gail Gilman, Commissioner Glendon Hyde
HostsBusiness Association of North Beach, North Beach Neighbors, District 3 Democratic Club, Telegrapher Hill Dwellers,  San Francisco Entertainment Commission, Monroe's.

December 12, 2012 - Wednesday

Sunshine Ordinance Task Force 
When: December 12, 2012 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 406, San Francisco
What: Sunshine Ordinance Task Force City and County of San Francisco
Task  Force: Richard Knee, Kitt Grant, Suzanne Manneh, Allyson Washburn, David Pilpel, David Sims
Ex-officio Ex-officio -  Todd David, Chris Hyland, Louise Fischer, Bruce Oka, Angela Calvillo (per website announcement)
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Tomorrow Holiday Party
When: December 12, 2012 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Forest Hill Clubhouse, 381 Magellan Avenue, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Tomorrow Holiday Party.  
Patrons: Tom Ammiano, Jan Blum, Bernard Choden and Lois Scott, Suzanne Cauthen, Arthur Chang, Jennifer Clary, Denise D'Anne, Robert Erickson, Arthur Feinstein, Aaron and Martina Goodman, Gerald Hurtado, James and Ella Mae Lew, Mary Anne Miller, Esther Marks, Kathryn Moore, Jane Morrison, Adam Scow, Stephen Williams, Howard Wong, Claire Zvanski
Sponsors: Ray Berard, Diana Bray, Bruce Brugmann, Eddie Chin, Anna Darden, Angelo Figone, Milton Funchess, Milo Hanke, Jo Ann Hendricks, Andreas Katz, Paul Kohler, Ira Kurlander, Charlotte Maeck, Richard Navarro, Zoanne Nordstrom, William Pisaruck, Mary Russell, Cynthia Servetnick, Winifred Siegel, Diana Taylor and Jay Folberg, Edward Van Egri
$35. 

San Francisco Women's Holiday Party 2012
When: December 12, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: One Ferry Plaza Restaurant and Lounge, 1 Ferry Plaza, San Francisco
WhatThe San  Francisco  Women's Political Committee (SFWPC) with co-Hosts Emerge California, NARAL Pro-Choice California and IGNITE welcome you to celebrate the holiday season.  They ask that you join in supporting the San Francisco Fire Fighter Toy program by   bringing  a gift or monetary donation to the party.
sf-fire.org/index.aspx?page=1276
 Information : Jaynry Mak jaynry@sfwpc.org 

December 13, 2012 - Thursday

San Francisco Sheriff's Department Project Cheer Holiday Gift Drive
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
Noon to 2:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Sheriff's Women's Resource Center, 930 Bryant Street, San Francisco
What: Project Cheer  Holiday Gift Drive.  Wish List: Children's Toys, Winter Clothing, Shoes, Gift Cards. Project Cheer is a seasonal collaboration between the San Francisco Sheriff's Department, non-profit partners and community volunteers to collect and distribute donated gifts and spread holiday cheer throughout the community.
Please join in sharing some holiday cheer at SFSD Women's Resource Center where San Francisco City College Cheerleaders and San Francisco Sheriff's Department Deputies will be collecting your generous donations to benefit struggling local families and children.
Light refreshments will be served.  
Want to donate, but can't make this event? Drop off now through December 20th at the WRC from 8 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or email sfsdproject@gmail.com to arrange a pickup.

San Francisco Housing Authority
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: 440 Turk Street, San Francisco
Authority: Mirian Saez, Micah Allen, Veronica Hunnicutt, Ahsha Safai, Matthew Schwartz, Dorothy Smith
Information: 415-715-3280

San Francisco Community College Board of Trustee Meeting
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. open session
Where: Ocean Campus Multi-Use Building, Room 140, 50 Phelan Avenue, San Francisco
Trustees: John Rizzo, Chris Jackson, Natalie Berg, Anita Grier, Steve Ngo, Lawrence Wong, Rodrigo Santos
Information: ccsf.edu

Supervisor Malia Cohen's Birthday Celebration
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Rock Resort, 817 Terry Francois Blvd., San Francisco
What: Birthday  celebration and fundraiser for Supervisor Malia Cohen.
Contribution: $100. $50 Young Professional/Senior/Disabled., $500., $1,000. $2,000.
RSVP: info@electmalia.org electmalia.org

LiUNA! 261 5th Annual Holiday Open House
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Where: 3271 18th Street, San Francisco
What: 5th Annual Holiday Open house hosted by the LiUNA! City Committee.
Honoree: Joan Vellutii
Please bring a toy or donation for the Toy Drive
Information: facebook.comliuna261

ACCE Foreclosure Fighter Fundraiser
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Savanna Jazz Club, 2937 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Fundraiser supporting AACE Foreclosure Fighter Fundraiser and honoring Supervisor John  Avalos.  ACCE members launched a campaign to unite diverse communities and bring greater accountability to Wall Street Banks by re-occupying and saving families homes.  An evening of music, food, stories, solidarity and more at the Foreclosure Fighter Year End Celebration.
ACCE Guests: $80. New ACCE members: Free ACCE Members $50. - 2013 ACCE members $120. to $360. Sliding scale. 

Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council - Analyzing the November Election
When: December 13, 2012 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Park Branch Library, 1833 Page, San Francisco
What: Haight Ashbury Neighborhood Council is hosting a public meeting analyzing the November election and how District 5 and the Haight voted.  The Election Analysis will include national and major races, as well as local.
Featured Speakers:
Corey Cook, Professor of Political Science at USF
Joey Cain, merchant and activist
Calvin Welch, HANC Board member
Tes Welborn, D5 Action
Information: Kevin Bayuk, Kevinbayu@yahoo.com

December 14, 2012 - Friday

Tenants Together - Holiday Party
When: December 14, 2012 - Friday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: 995 Market Street, Suite 1202, San Francisco
What: Tenants, advocates and activists are invited to Tenants Together's Holiday Party.  Join in celebrating another great year protecting tenants rights in the State of California.  Light food and beverage will be provided.  Family-friendly.
Informationtenantstogether.org


Irish American Democratic Club - Holiday Party
When: December 14, 2012 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: O'Reilly's Irish Bar, 622 Green Street, San Francisco
What:  Irish American Democratic Club Holiday Party.  Canapes will be served. No charge If you are a member you receive 2 drink tickets. 
RSVP before December 9th.  Space is limited oriordan@hotmail.com
Information: facebook.com/IrishDemocrats

December 15, 2012 - Saturday

Santacon - santacon.info

Groundbreaking ceremony at Peru Playground in McLaren Park
When: December 15, 2012 - Saturday
10:30 a.m.
Where: Peru Avenue and Burrows Street, San Francisco
What: Connect with neighbors + project information and holiday music.


Gray Panthers Holiday Party 
When: December 15, 2012 -  Saturday
Noon
Where:  Gray Panthers  Office, 1182 Market Street, Room 203, San Francisco (next door to Orpheum Theater)
Information: graypanterssf.lgc.org

Living Wage End of the Year Celebration
When: December 15, 2012 - Saturday
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: 2940 16th Mission, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Living Wage is hosting a "End of the Year Celebration".  There will be raffle prizes, music, poetry reading and SFLW announcements.
Source: Facebook event
Information: livingwage-sf.org


Alice B. Toklas LGBT Democratic Club Holiday Potluck
When: December 15, 2012 -  Saturday
Noon to 3:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What:   Invited to celebrate at the 2012 Alice Holiday Potluck.  Eat, drink and bring a side dish.  (bring a side dish not required).
RSVP info@alicebtoklas.org
Information: alicebtoklas.org

OMI Holiday Party 
When: December 15, 2012 -   Saturday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: Minnie  & Lovie Ward Recreation Center, Capitol and Montana Streets, San Francisco
What: OMI-NIA Ocean View-Merced Heights-Ingleside Neighbors In Action Santa Toy Give away.
Share holiday cheer and join Santa Claus with songs and  skits, ice cream sundaes, holiday cookies and drinks and toys for children infants up to age 11. 

December 16, 2012 -  Sunday

Harvey Milk LGBT Annual Holiday Party
When: December 16, 2012 - Sunday
3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: El Rio, 3158 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Harvey Milk LGBT Annual Holiday Party - El Rio (Harvey Milk Club Award Recipient) has generously agreed to donate all of their bar proceeds to the Milk Club from the hours 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  There will be performances, refreshments, Djs, and Go-Go Dancers. 
Information: milkclub.org

December 17, 2012 - Monday

Rafael Mandelman - Celebration!
When: December 17, 2012 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Blackbird, 2124 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Come celebrate with the newest Community College Trustee - Rafael Mandelman!  
If you wish you can make a donation to Mandelman's Campaign Fund.
rafaelmandelman.nationbuilder.com/donate

League of Pissed-Off Voters - Holiday Happy Hour
When: December 17, 2012 - Monday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Thieves Tavern, 496 14th Street (and Guerrero), San Francisco.
Holiday Happy Hour with the League of Pissed-Off Voters.

Woodhouse Marina Green Meeting
When: December 17, 2012 - Monday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Moscone Recreation Center, 1800 Chestnut, San Francisco
What: Public meeting to discuss plans for a lease with Woodhouse Marina Green to operate a counter service restaurant in the the abandoned Marina Degaussing Station.  Chance to review the drawings of the proposed project prior to seeking approvals from the Recreation and Park Commission.

Sixth Annual Middle Polk Neighborhood Association Holiday Party and Raffle
When: December 17, 2012 - Monday
6:30 p.m.  
Where: Amelie Wine Bar, 1754 Polk Street, San Francisco
What:  Middle Polk Neighborhood Association Sixth Annual Holiday Party and Raffle.  A fun filled evening.  Great Polk District Merchants gifts given as auction items.  This is the only fundraiser event of the yer.  Tickets are $5. each and $5 tickets for $20.  
Information: Frank - frank@middlepolk.org

December 18, 2012 - Tuesday

N-Judah Turnaround Beautification Project Community Workshop
When: December 18, 2012 - Tuesday
10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Where: Francis Scott Key Elementary School Auditorium, 1530 43rd Avenue, San Francisco
What: N-Judah Turnaround Beautification Project Community Workshop
Source: Supervisor Carmen Chu's newsletter

Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods - CSFN Annual Dinner and 40th Anniversary Celebration
When: December 18, 2012 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Patio Espanol, 2850 Alemany Blvd., San Francisco
What: Coalition for San Francisco Neighborhoods Annual Dinner and 40th Anniversary Celebration. Fabulous dinner.  Featured speaker will be Supervisor Aaron Peskin.
Honoree and award  recipient is Planning Commissioner Kathrin Moore. 
Individual Dinner $60.
RSVP - sfjberk@mac.com

December 19, 2012 - Wednesday

Westside Democratic Club - 2012 Holiday Party
When: December 19, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Pisces, 3414-3416 Judah Street, San Francisco
What: Westside Democratic Club invites you to their 2012 Holiday Party.  Appetizers and first drink  compliments of Westside Democratic Club.  Full dinner available at individual choice.  
Requested donation: $10.  Annual Membershop dues: $25.  ($10. for senior/students)
RSVP Tuan Nguyen tuanner@yahoo.com by December 14th

Taraval Beautification Project Meeting
When: December 19, 2012 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Brother's Pizza, 3627 Taraval Street, San Francisco
What: Taraval Beautification Project Meeting.  Learn about plans to beautify Taraval at 46th Avenue through Great Highway and provide input on ideas.  Free Pizza!
Source: Supervisor Carmen Chu's newsletter

December 20, 2012 - Thursday

San Francisco Young Democrats Holiday Party
When: December 20, 2012 - Thursday
6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Dear Mom, 2700 16th Street, San Francisco 
What:  Come celebrate with the San Francisco Young Democrats for their annual Holiday Party.
Information: facebook.com/events/140295919453680/?notif_t=plan_user_invited

December 28, 2012 - Friday

Free Muni for everyone!!!!


Information: 

California State Party:http://www.cadem.org/page?id=0080
Information  regarding running for Delegate to the California Democratic Convention in April.
Deadline to complete online  application is December 14th - Friday at 5:00 p.m. (see link above)
Assembly District elections will be held the weekend of January 12 or January 13th - 2013.

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