Sunday, July 25, 2010

Rafael Mandelman Kick-Off at new Headquarters






























































































On Saturday, July 24th I attended Rafael Mandelman's Campaign Kick-Off in his new headquarters at 2231 Market Street (across from the Beck Motel).

Mandelman's supporters were in place all smiles at 10 a.m. The speakers were serious and spoke about how important District 8's election is for the whole City.

Speakers included:

Harry Britt, former Supervisor - "Rafael Mandelman brings new possibilities - Rafael Mandelman is an extraordinary human being".

Tim Paulson - Executive Director of the San Francisco Labor Council - " Make no mistake - Rafael Mandelman is Labor's Candidate in 2010".

Supervisor John Avalos - "We need a progressive in District 8".

Supervisor David Campos - "Rafael Mandelman will make a real difference".

Aaron Peskin - Chair of the San Francisco Democratic Party - "the Progressive Movement must prevail. We can do it!"

Other attendees included Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi, Laborer's Local 261, Denise D'Anne and David Waggoner - Co-Chairs of the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.

Pictures:
Rafael Mandelman
Harry Britt
Stephany Joy Ashley - Campaign Manager
Tim Paulson
Jane Morrison

July 27, 2010 - Tuesday

2nd Annual - SFRPD Commission, SFRPD, Local 261, Parks Trust Event
When: July 27, 2010 - Tuesday
1:00 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: McLaren Lodge, GM's Office and Commission Meeting room, 501 Stanyan Street, San Francisco
What: Recreation and Parks Department, the RPD Commission, the Laborers' International Union, Local 261, the Botanical Society, the Neighborhood Parks Council, and the San Francisco Parks Trust are having a reception and refreshments to recognize Park Department personnel and recipients of the William Hammon Hall Award.
2010 recipients:
Ray Goodenough, George Olivera, Jason Martinez, Bob Fiorello, Christopher Campbell, Hugh Mallaney, John Smith, York Martin, Virginia Aubry, Joe Chmielewski, Ben Martin, Nick Soumi

Join the fight for ENDA
When: July 27, 2010 - Tuesday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Federal Building, 7th Street between Mission and Market, San Francisco
What: Most LGBT workers have no protections from workplace discrimination but legislation in Congress would address and end workplace discrimination. Join others in front of Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi's office
Sponsored by SF Pride at Work, One Struggle One Fight, Get Equal and the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.


John Rizzo - City College Chinatown/North Beach Project
When: July 27, 2010 - Tuesday
6 p.m.
Where: Gordon J. Lau Elementary School Auditorium, 950 Clay Street, San Francisco
What: John Risso (currently on the San Francisco Community College Board and up for election this November) is holding a meeting about the Chinatown/North Beach Campus project. He will provide the community with the latest information about the project timeline and give you an advance look at what the new Campus will hold. He would also like to hear questions and opinions about this project.

July 28, 2010 - Wednesday


Delayed:San Francisco Young Democrats and the City Democratic Club - Candidate Debate - District 2 - (debate has been delayed) - General meeting will still happen - including a number of guest speakers.
Delayed:When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. - Complimentary wine and light appetizer reception
6:30 p.m. - Debate begins
DelayedGolden Gate Yacht Club, 1 Yacht Road, San Francisco
What: Candidate Debate - District 2
DelayedInvited Guests: Janet Reilly, Mark Farrell, Abraham Simmons, Kat Anderson (unable to attend - she will have a proxy on-hand to read a short statement at the beginning of the debate), Michela Alioto-Pier.
What is your next City Supervisor going to do about it? Join the San Francisco Young Democrats and theCity Democratic Club for the District 2 Supervisor Candidate Debate moderated by Melissa Griffin, the San Francisco Examiner's political reporter. There will be streamed live by VidSF and online viewers will be treated to commentary by Beth Spotswood of CBS5's Eye on Blogs and SFGate's Culture Blog and San Francisco Bay Times columnist, Pollo Del Mar.
After the candidate debate SFYD members will vote on five elected positions:
  • President - Maxwell Szabo
  • External Vice President - Emily Salgado
  • Internal Vice President - Renee Darner
  • Treasurer - Allie Fisher
  • Secretary - Dean Ignacio
Information: sfyd.org

Meeting Cancelled - San Francisco Police Commission
Meeting Cancelled When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Item from agenda:
Chief's Report - review of recent activities.
Information: Phone: 553-1667

Commonwealth Club - David Gergen
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
5:45 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Will America remain a Great Nation? David Gergen discusses America's current challenges and potential for greatness.
$20 non-members.

"Remembering Playland"
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Senator Milton Marks/Richmond Branch Library, 351 Ninth Avenue, San Francisco
What: Filmmaker Tom Tyrsch will present documentary film "Remembering Playland" about the Ocean
Beach amusement park. Free.
Information: 415-355-5600


San Francisco Democratic Party Monthly Meeting - Swearing in of new members/election
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: State Building,455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting. Items from agenda:
  • Swearing in of members by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano.
  • Election of temporary Chair and temporary Secretary
  • Adoption of Temporary Rules
  • Approval of agenda
  • Public Comments
  • Election of the Chair
  • Election of Vice Chairs
  • Election of Recording Secretary
  • Election of Treasurer
  • Election of Corresponding Secretary
  • Chair Committee Appointments
  • Resolutions:
  • Resolution urging the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce to renounce the Republican National Committee Platform (Mandelman).
  • Resolution to support a "Charge for Harm" Alcohol Mitigation Fee Program (Avalos)
  • Resolution Urging Passage of Employee Non-Discrimination Act (Haaland, Katz, Mandelman)
  • Executive Director's Report
  • Treasurer's Report
  • Fundraising Report
  • Party-Building Report - Presentation by Susan Pfiefer
  • New Business
Information: lowe@sfdemocrats.org

July 29, 2010 - Thursday

Stop SB1070
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: 24th Street and Mission, San Francisco
What: SB1070 will be implemented in Arizona on July 29, 2010 . We must stand in defense of our communities, of the rights of immigrants, and the rights of all.
Information: 415-946-9910

San Francisco African American Democratic Club Membership Meeting - Jeff Adachi
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Public Defender Jeff Adachi will discuss his pension reform efforts and Public Defender initiatives.
Information: aadcsf.com

Bevan Dufty for San Francisco Mayor - Fundraiser
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Old Clam House, 299 Bayshore Blvd., San Francisco
What: Commissioner Sulu Palega invites you to a fundraiser for the next "Mayor of San Francisco Bevan Dufty and Friends".
Information: bevandufty.com

Second CVS Pharmacy Public Meeting
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m.
Where: 3132 Clement at 32nd Avenue, San Francisco
What: CVS Pharmacy is planning to move into retail space at 3132 Clement at 32nd Avenue. Public meeting to address comments and questions of the residents. Feel free to send in your questions in advance to CVSPharmacySF@gmail.com.
Source: richmondsfblog.com

NARAL Pro-Choice California - Fundraiser
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Apartment 24 Bar and Lounge, 440 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Protect Pro-Choice California. Take Action. Join NARAL Pro-Choice California for The Choice Connection - Our Energy. Our Influence.
Cocktails and Appetizers plus Brazilian music from Boca doRio, with an update on the 2010 elections and the future of choice in California.
Individual Tickets $34. - Admission plus one drink ticket.
Information: Katie Painter at KPainter@ProChoiceAmerica.org

Reception for Leland Yee
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: 44 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Reception for State Senator Leland Yee.
Hosts: Dr. Amy Bacharach, Zoe Dunning, Jane Morrison, Thea Selby, Matt Skryja, Gladys Soto, Cindy Soto and Larry Yee invite you to connect or reconnect with Senator Yee. Enjoy Soto paella and other light refreshments at the home of Jane Morrison. Free.
RSVP: Thea Selby thea@nextstepsmarketing.com


Richmond District Democratic Club-Monthly Meeting
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond Police Station Community Room, 6th Avenue between Geary and Anza, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting - agenda:
  • The 2009-2010 Civil Grand Jury report entitled "Pension Tsunami, the Billion Dollar Bubble" will be presented.
  • Jeff Adachi and a representative from the San Francisco Labor Council will speak on Adachi's proposed Charter amendment.
Information: Jonathan Foerster jonathan.foerster@gmail.com


July 30, 2010 - Friday

Historical Tours of the Transbay Terminal
When: July 30, 2010 - Friday
11:30 a.m. - 4:30 - hourly tours begin at noon
Where: Transbay Terminal, Ground Floor Entrance, First and Mission Streets, San Francisco
What: Celebrate the Transbay Terminal and its place in our City's history. Learn more about the past and the future of the Terminal and its place in our City's history. Explore previously closed off areas of the Terminal - including Cuddles Bar, the shoe shine shop and the Terminal jail-via guided tours.
Information: transbaycenter.org

Hotel Voices @ Labor Fest
When: July 30, 2010 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Redstone Building, 2940 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Play written and performed by residents currently living in Single Room Occupancy Hotels (SRO's).
Hotel Voices will be performed as part of the month-long events of Labor Fest. $10.
This is also a benefit for the poor people led/indigenous people-led revolution known as POOR Magazine.
Information: laborfest.net

July 31, 2010 - Saturday


Rebecca Prozan - Campaign Office Grand Opening
When: July 31, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m.
Where: 1195 Church Street @ 24th Street, San Francisco
What: Come celebrate the opening of Rebecca Prozan's headquarters.  There will be a light breakfast, kids and dogs are especially welcome!  Prozan will be mobilizing every Saturday at 10 a.m. and every Sunday at 11 a.m. until the election.
RSVP: Joshua Joshua@RebeccaProzan.com
Information: rebeccaprozan.com

Theresa Sparks for District 6 Supervisor Kick-Off
When: July 31, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: Passion Cafe, 28 6th Street @ Market Street, San Francisco
What: Theresa Sparks is launching her campaign for District 6 Supervisor. Bringing new leadership, new ideas and new hope to District 6.
Information: sparksfor6.com

Sideswalks are for People Part 3
When: July 31, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: San Francisco, California
What: Celebrate San Francisco's public space, it's diverse and vibrant culture and its history of compassion and tolerance. All day/city wide.

August 1, 2010 - Sunday

Barbara Boxer - Sunday Brunch
When: August 1, 2010 - Sunday
11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 62 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Visit with Senator Barbara Boxer for Sunday Brunch.
Co-Hosts: Jane Morrison, Esther Marks, Ann Kirk and Ed Sykes, Molley and Richard Lowry, Gimmy Park Li
Boxer World Champions: State Senator Mark Leno, State Senator Leland Yee, Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, Assemblymember Fiona Fa, Dennis Antenore, Alec Bash, Alvin Baum, Ann Eliaser, Dr. Henry and Margaret Brodkin, Williams Coblentz, Democratic Women's Forum, Diana Taylor and Jay Folberg, Alice Mosley and Dave Keenan, Robert Dockendorff, Robert Erickson, Jon Henry Kouba, Bette Wallace Landis, Dr. Renee Golanty-Koel and Dr. Bertram Koel, Esther Marks, Amy Meyer, Evan Mogan, Gail Oakley, Trent Orr and Brian Mikulak, Marcia Rosen, Daniel J. Sullivan, Elizabeth Theil, Michael and Johanna Wald, Michael Wong.
Boxer Champions: Prof. Ray Berard, Bernice Biggs, Dr. Cedric Bainton, Dian Blomquist, Robin Brasso, Pam Brennan, Allanand Muriel Brotsky, John Casserly, Richard Dana, Philip and Sarah Choy, Jackieline Goosby, Doug and Rosemary Corbin, Robert Costello, Ina Dearman, Robert Erickson, James and Louise Frankel, Tom Harrison, Gerald Hurtado, Richard and Shirley Hansen, Ellen Harris, Tom Harrison, Lorraine and Victor Honig, Walter Johnson, Josie Karydas, Janet Roosevelt Katten, Barbara Kemp, Eileen Kivlehan , Dr. John and Gwen Kerner, James Ludwig, Jeannie Maher, David Massen, Flicka McGurrin, Zoanne Nordstrom, Carol Peckham, Mary O'Riordan, Richard Purtz, Marcia and Stephen Ruben, Camilla Schneider, Julie Soo, Norman Schlossberg, Ann Adele West, Edith Wellin, Darshan and Olivia Singh, Archiblad Wilson, Judy Wessing, Cheryl Willis and James Roe.
Donor's Choice:$35., $50.
Information: 415-564-1482

Jerry Day 2010
When: August 1, 2010 - Sunday
Noon to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, McLaren Park, San Francisco
What: Excelsior Cultural Group and the San Francisco Parks Trust will present the 8th Annual Excelsior Jerry Garcia Day Celebration.

August 2nd and August 3, 2010 - Monday and Tuesday

Potrero Hill Democratic Club - Two Day District 10 Supervisorial Forums
When: August 2, 2010 and August 3, 2010 - Monday and Tuesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro @ Southern Heights, San Francisco
What: Potrero Hill Democratic Club invite you to two nights devoted to candidates vying for the office of Supervisor for District 10. Moderated by Keith Goldstein, President of Potrero Hill Association of Merchants and Businesses.
Information: phdemclub.org

August 3, 2010 - Tuesday

Transbay Temporary Terminal Open House
When: August 3, 2010 - Tuesday
4:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Main Street at Howard Street, San Francisco
What: The Transbay Temporary Terminal is opening on Saturday, August 7, 2010 in order to make way for the Transbay Transit Center. You are invite to an Open House to learn more about how the Temporary Terminal will operate. The Temporary Terminal will serve as home to AC Transit, Golden Gate Transit, Greyhound, Muni, SamTrans and WestCAT Lynx temporarily until the new Transbay Transit Center is completed in 2017.

San Francisco Young Democrats - Ball in Blue IV
When: August 3, 2010 - Tuesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Bloodhound, 1145 Folsom Street, San Francisco
What: Join the San Francisco Young Democrats, elected and appointed leaders, special guests and friends for the fourth annual Ball in Blue.
$40. ticket includes a 1-year membership to SFYD, appetizers and a 2-hour open bar.
RSVP and buy ticket: actblue.com/page/ballinblueiv




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Thursday, July 22, 2010

Noe Valley District Eight Debate























Wednesday night I braved the cold and attended the 2nd Noe Valley Democratic Club District Eight Supervisorial Debate held at St. Philips Church.

A large attentive crowd listened to District 8 candidates Bill Hemenger, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan and Scott Wiener answer questions from the moderator Jary Larsen.

Once again the candidates showed their expertise, knowledge of the City and high energy levels to serve. Issues included sit/lie, Noe Valley Plaza, City budget, schools and Jeff Adachi's Pension reform legislation.



July 23, 2010 - Friday

HIV Community Listening Session with Candidates for Board of Supervisors
When: July 23, 2010 - Friday
2:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: State Building, Milton Marks Auditorium 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join the HIV community for this informative dialogue with candidates for the Board of Supervisors.
Co-sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano Stop AIDS Project, Project Inform, Bay Area Young Positives, AIDS Legal Referral Panel and the Black Coalition on AIDS. Moderated by Ms. Donna Sachet.
Come make sure that HIV concerns (HIV friendly shelters and affordable housing, access to medication, dental care, supportive employment, safety in our low-income communities) are at the top of the agenda for Supervisorial candidates

Gavin Newsom - Lt. Governor San Francisco Office Opening Party
When: July 23, 2010 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: 1355 Market Street, Suite 330, San Francisco
What: Join Mayor Gavin Newsom as he officially opens his campaign HQ in the race for Lt. Governor.
Information: gavinnewsom.com

Fix Muni Now Party
When: July 23, 2010 - Friday
6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission, San Francisco
What: To celebrate getting Muni reform on the November ballot, Fix Muni Now is throwing a party.
Come meet campaign supporters and talk with Supervisor Sean Elsbernd, SPUR Executive Director Gabe Metcalf and others about the next steps for the campaign. Event is free, the campaign will provide drinks and light fare. Please RSVP info@fixmuninow.com

Remembering Bob Polzoni
When: July 23, 2010 - Friday
7:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco LGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, San Francisco
What: Remembering activists and advocate Bob Polzoni. Please join the community for an impromptu celebration of his life.

Dean Clark Meet and Greet at Nite Cap
When: July 23, 2010 - Friday
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Nite Capp, 699 O'Farrell Street, San Francisco
What: Meet and Greet with Dean Clark - candidate for supervisor in District 6. Drink Specials. Appetizers

July 24, 2010 - Saturday

Rafael Mandelman for Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: July 24, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Team Mandleman Headquarters, 2231 Market Street (between Sanchez and Noe) San Francisco
What: Celebrate new headquarters opening. Light breakfast together, and then mobilize across the district with visibility stations and door-knocking.
Information: rafael2010.com

"Political Animal" Surrealist ACD6 Fundraiser
When: July 24, 2010 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Catherine Clark Gallery, Ground Floor, 150 Minna, San Francisco
What: Anna Conda District 6 Supervisor Fundraiser. Modern Surrealist painter Scott Green and Marina Zurkow's "Elixer Series" sets the mood for a politically charged event.
Featuring Manimal Bar hosts provided by Mika, Day Changes at the bar, The Music of Sick Wolf for auralpleasure, Spoken Word and Political voices for change to motivate. Oddities served to eat.
Information: annaconda2010.com

Jane Kim Birthday Throw Down!
When: July 24, 2010 - Saturday
8:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: SOM Bar, 2925 16th Street @ Capp Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Jane Kim's 33rd Birthday. A killer DJ line-up: Jazz Mafia, DJ Sake 1, DJ BoomBostic.
$10. at the door - volunteers are free!
Information: janekim.org


July 27, 2010 - Tuesday

Join the fight for ENDA
When: July 27, 2010 - Tuesday
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Where: Federal Building, 7th Street between Mission and Market, San Francisco
What: Most LGBT workers have no protections from workplace discrimination but legislation in Congress would address and end workplace discrimination. Join others in front of Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi's office
Sponsored by SF Pride at Work, One Struggle One Fight, Get Equal and the Harvey Milk LGBT Democratic Club.

July 28, 2010 - Wednesday

San Francisco Young Democrats and the City Democratic Club - Candidate Debate - District 2 -
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m. - Complimentary wine and light appetizer reception
6:30 p.m. - Debate begins
Where: Golden Gate Yacht Club, 1 Yacht Road, San Francisco
What: Candidate Debate - District 2
Invited Guests: Janet Reilly, Mark Farrell, Abraham Simmons, Kat Anderson (unable to attend - she will have a proxy on-hand to read a short statement at the beginning of the debate), Michela Alioto-Pier.
What is your next City Supervisor going to do about it? Join the San Francisco Young Democrats and the City Democratic Club for the District 2 Supervisor Candidate Debate moderated by Melissa Griffin, the San Francisco Examiner's political reporter. There will be streamed live by VidSF and online viewers will be treated to commentary by Beth Spotswood of CBS5's Eye on Blogs and SFGate's Culture Blog and San Francisco Bay Times columnist, Pollo Del Mar.
Information: sfyd.org

Commonwealth Club - David Gergen
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
5:45 p.m.
Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Will America remain a Great Nation? David Gergen discusses America's current challenges and potential for greatness.
$20 non-members.

"Remembering Playland"
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Senator Milton Marks/Richmond Branch Library, 351 Ninth Avenue, San Francisco
What: Filmmaker Tom Tyrsch will present documentary film "Remembering Playland" about the Ocean
Beach amusement park. Free.
Information: 415-355-5600


San Francisco Democratic Party Monthly Meeting
When: July 28, 2010 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m.
Where: State Building,455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Month meeting. Item from agenda:
Resolution urging the immediate passage of ENDA. Resolution on the Employment Non-Discrimination Act (ENDA). Submitted by Gabriel Haaland, Leslie Katz, Rafael Mandelman
Information: lowe@sfdemocrats.org

July 29, 2010 - Thursday

Stop SB1070
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m.
Where: 24th Street and Mission, San Francisco
What: SB1070 will be implemented in Arizona on July 29, 2010 . We must stand in defense of our communities, of the rights of immigrants, and the rights of all.
Information: 415-946-9910

San Francisco African American Democratic Club Membership Meeting - Jeff Adachi
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m.
Where: Rasselas Jazz Club, 1534 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Public Defender Jeff Adachi will discuss his pension reform efforts and Public Defender initiatives.
Information: aadcsf.com

Bevan Dufty for San Francisco Mayor - Fundraiser
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Old Clam House, 299 Bayshore Blvd., San Francisco
What: Commissioner Sulu Palega invites you to a fundraiser for the next "Mayor of San Francisco Bevan Dufty and Friends".
Information: bevandufty.com

Second CVS Pharmacy Public Meeting
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6 p.m.
Where: 3132 Clement at 32nd Avenue, San Francisco
What: CVS Pharmacy is planning to move into retail space at 3132 Clement at 32nd Avenue. Public meeting to address comments and questions of the residents. Feel free to send in your questions in advance to CVSPharmacySF@gmail.com.
Source: richmondsfblog.com

NARAL Pro-Choice California - Fundraiser
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Where: Apartment 24 Bar and Lounge, 440 Broadway, San Francisco
What: Protect Pro-Choice California. Take Action. Join NARAL Pro-Choice California for The Choice Connection - Our Energy. Our Influence.
Cocktails and Appetizers plus Brazilian music from Boca doRio, with an update on the 2010 elections and the future of choice in California.
Individual Tickets $34. - Admission plus one drink ticket.
Information: Katie Painter at KPainter@ProChoiceAmerica.org


Richmond District Democratic Club-Monthly Meeting
When: July 29, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m.
Where: Richmond Police Station Community Room, 6th Avenue between Geary and Anza, San Francisco
What: Monthly meeting - agenda:
  • The 2009-2010 Civil Grand Jury report entitled "Pension Tsunami, the Billion Dollar Bubble" will be presented.
  • Jeff Adachi and a representative from the San Francisco Labor Council will speak on Adachi's proposed Charter amendment.
Information: Jonathan Foerster jonathan.foerster@gmail.com


July 30, 2010 - Friday

Hotel Voices @ Labor Fest
When: July 30, 2010 - Friday
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: The Redstone Building, 2940 16th Street, San Francisco
What: Play written and performed by residents currently living in Single Room Occupancy Hotels (SRO's).
Hotel Voices will be performed as part of the month-long events of Labor Fest. $10.
This is also a benefit for the poor people led/indigenous people-led revolution known as POOR Magazine.
Information: laborfest.net

July 31, 2010 - Saturday

Theresa Sparks for District 6 Supervisor Kick-Off
When: July 31, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to Noon
Where: Passion Cafe, 28 6th Street @ Market Street, San Francisco
What: Theresa Sparks is launching her campaign for District 6 Supervisor. Bringing new leadership, new ideas and new hope to District 6.
Information: sparksfor6.com

Sideswalks are for People Part 3
When: July 31, 2010 - Saturday
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where: San Francisco, California
What: Celebrate San Francisco's public space, it's diverse and vibrant culture and its history of compassion and tolerance. All day/city wide.

August 1, 2010 - Sunday

Barbara Boxer - Sunday Brunch
When: August 1, 2010 - Sunday
11:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Where: 62 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco
What: Visit with Senator Barbara Boxer for Sunday Brunch.
Co-Hosts: Jane Morrison, Esther Marks, Ann Kirk and Ed Sykes, Molley and Richard Lowry, Gimmy Park Li
Boxer World Champions: State Senator Mark Leno, State Senator Leland Yee, Assemblymember Tom Ammiano, Assemblymember Fiona Fa, Dennis Antenore, Alec Bash, Alvin Baum, Ann Eliaser, Dr. Henry and Margaret Brodkin, Williams Coblentz, Democratic Women's Forum, Diana Taylor and Jay Folberg, Alice Mosley and Dave Keenan, Robert Dockendorff, Robert Erickson, Jon Henry Kouba, Bette Wallace Landis, Dr. Renee Golanty-Koel and Dr. Bertram Koel, Esther Marks, Amy Meyer, Evan Mogan, Gail Oakley, Trent Orr and Brian Mikulak, Marcia Rosen, Daniel J. Sullivan, Elizabeth Theil, Michael and Johanna Wald, Michael Wong.
Boxer Champions: Prof. Ray Berard, Bernice Biggs, Dr. Cedric Bainton, Dian Blomquist, Robin Brasso, Pam Brennan, Allanand Muriel Brotsky, John Casserly, Richard Dana, Philip and Sarah Choy, Jackieline Goosby, Doug and Rosemary Corbin, Robert Costello, Ina Dearman, Robert Erickson, James and Louise Frankel, Tom Harrison, Gerald Hurtado, Richard and Shirley Hansen, Ellen Harris, Tom Harrison, Lorraine and Victor Honig, Walter Johnson, Josie Karydas, Janet Roosevelt Katten, Barbara Kemp, Eileen Kivlehan , Dr. John and Gwen Kerner, James Ludwig, Jeannie Maher, David Massen, Flicka McGurrin, Zoanne Nordstrom, Carol Peckham, Mary O'Riordan, Richard Purtz, Marcia and Stephen Ruben, Camilla Schneider, Julie Soo, Norman Schlossberg, Ann Adele West, Edith Wellin, Darshan and Olivia Singh, Archiblad Wilson, Judy Wessing, Cheryl Willis and James Roe.
Donor's Choice:$35., $50.
Information: 415-564-1482

Jerry Day 2010
When: August 1, 2010 - Sunday
Noon to 6:00 p.m.
Where: Jerry Garcia Amphitheater, McLaren Park, San Francisco
What: Excelsior Cultural Group and the San Francisco Parks Trust will present the 8th Annual Excelsior Jerry Garcia Day Celebration.




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Sunday, July 18, 2010

Chris Daly - "What's Next for us"





































I attended Chris Daly's "10 Years of District 6 Symposium" on Saturday held at the Herbst Theater.

Chris Daly is a community organizer. He uses the word "us". This meeting was held to show what "District 6 is". To review what District Six people had done and what should be done in the future.

Supervisor Daly gathered people who he had worked with over the last ten years on issues - Mission Anti-Displacement, Bessie Carmichael school, Trinity Plaza, South of Market, Housing Justice and the People's Budget.

Judith Baker - Bessie Carmichael - said "you are not afraid, you gave us a voice, you gave us faith".

Trinity activist said "this is not ten years - this is a lifetime". "You are our friend, or voice, our leader".

Chris Daly ended in saying "you are my base". "I will be out in those chairs with you".

I appreciated the excellent program, the remarks, the picture history and the idea of bringing the ideas, the people and the district together - not for the last time....

Pictures:
Supervisor Chris Daly
Gabriel Haaland Chelsea Boilard, Supervisor John Avalos
Lolita Kintanar, Victor Herrera, Luisa Balatbat

July 19, 2010 - Monday

Rincon Point-South Beach CAC - Quarterly Meeting
When: July 19, 2010 - Monday
5 p.m.
Where: South Beach Harbor Services Building's Community Room, San Francisco
What: Quarterly meeting. Agenda includes updates on development of Giants Parking Lot A (behind AT&T Park), the Second Street Bike Plan, the Bryant and Beale Street Dog Park Site, and Seawall Lot 330.
Source: Rinconhill@gmail.com

SaveMuni.com - General Meeting
When: July 19, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Save Muni.com's first general meeting. Discussion and voting on Supervisor Sean Elsbernd's ballot measure designed to remove the salary-setting for Muni drivers from the City Charter.
A ballot proposition can only be endorsed if it receives the approval of 2/3rds of the members of the Organization in attendance at a General Meeting. Those who participated in the December 5th planning meeting, or registered at the March 6, 2010 Save Muni Summit, or both, constitute the voting membership of SaveMuni.com and have a vote on endorsement.
Supervisor Elsbernd and the Union have been invited.
Information: savemuni.com

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Supervisor David Chiu
When: July 19, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: It's a Grind, 1800 Polk Street at Washington, San Francisco
What: Supervisor of District Three and President of the Board David Chiu will be discussing the state of our Neighborhood, District 3 and the City.
Planning Commissioner Gwyneth Borden will talk about the Planning Commission and how neighbors can most successfully present their causes, cases and concerns.
SFPD Northern Station Captain Ann Mannix
Information: info@middlepolk.org


July 21, 2010 - Wednesday

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce - Supervisor Eric Mar
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
11:30 a.m. to 12:30
Where: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, 235 Montgomery Street, 12th Floor, San Francisco
What: Join San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and Supervisor Eric Mar. Soup is provided by SF Soup Company.
RSVP: Patricia Aleman paleman@sfchamber.com

Community Meeting - Pharmacy at 281 Turk, San Francisco
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
5:00 p.m.
Where: CBD Community Center, 134 A Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Discussion on pharmacy that wants to locate at 281 Turk Street. Meet the owner. You will receive updated information about the appeal filed with the Board of Permanent Appeals.
Information: nomtlcbd@att.net
Source: North of Market/ Tenderloin Community Benefit District

San Francisco Police Commission
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Chief's Report - Review of recent activities, status report regarding development of Brady Policy, crime lab investigation status report, report on best practices for forensic evidence processing prioritization and DNA backlog.
Information: 415-553-1667

Transbay JPA - Community Outreach Meeting
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: Transbay Joint Powers Authority office, 201 Mission Street, Suite 2100, San Francisco.
What: Transbay Joint Powers Authority office is hosting a community outreach meeting. Neighbors in Rincon Hill and nearby are invited to come and learn more about the closure of the Transbay Terminal and the start of operations of the Temporary Transbay Terminal on August 7th.
Information: TransbayCenter.org
Source: Rincon Hill Neighborhood Association

Pier 27 Cruise Terminal Public Workshop
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Ferry Building, Port Commission Room, 2nd Floor, San Francisco
What: Port of San Francisco will present design alternatives for a proposed cruise terminal and a 2-acre public space (the Northeast Wharf Plaza) to be developed on Pier 27, near Lombard Street along The Embarcadero. Come share your ideas.
Information: april.shaw@sfport.com

Target Community Meeting
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Site of former Mervyn's Department Store, Masonic and Geary, San Francisco.
Source: NOPA

San Francisco For Democracy Endorsement General Meeting
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: Mission Police Station Community Room, 630 Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
  • A presentation by anti-Afghanistan War activists.
  • A vote by members to early endorse State Prop 19 (legalize marijuana) and Prop 25 (simple majority pass the Sate Budget).
  • There will be a vote to decide whether to early oppose Prop 23 (would do an end run around CA laws that curb climate carbon emissions) and Prop 26 (would require a two-thirds vote to approve all fees by State and local government). There will be presenters on the propositions.
Information: sf4democracy.org

Planning Association for the Richmond (PAR) General Meeting
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Richmond Recreation Center, 251 18th Avenue, San Francisco
What: A speaker from San Francisco's Department of Building Inspection will talk about new city legislation that provides incentives for voluntarily retrofitting wood-frame buildings. In addition, a representative of the San Francisco Fire Department will talk about training to become a Neighborhood Emergency Response Team member (NERT) for the outer Richmond neighborhoods.
PAR Officers and Directors, 2010
Officers:
Raymond R. Holland, President
Michele Stratton, Vice President
Maria Sousa, Treasurer
Jason Jungreis, Secretary
Directors:
Brenda Altman, Fred Altshuler, Lynn Altshuler, Dan Baroni, Nick Belloni, Gene Brodsky, Julie Burns, Herb Elliott, Paul A. Epstein, Robert Fries, Sharon Gadberry, Margie Hom-Brown, John Kalin, Paik-Swan Low, Ron Miguel, Bill Shepard, Maria Sousa, Matt Tuchow, Peter Winkelstein
Alternates:
Julie Cheever, Stan Herzstein
Emeritus Directors:
Jon Bulkley, Jim Lazarus, Paul Rosenberg
Information: sfpar.org

Noe Valley Democratic Club - 2nd District 8 Debate
When: July 21, 2010 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philips Church, 725 Diamond Street, San Francisco
What: Second District 8 Supervisorial Debate sponsored by Noe Valley Democratic Club. Bill Hemenger, Rafael Mandelman, Rebecca Prozan and Scott Wiener are attending.
Information: his5@ibew1245.com

July 22, 2010 - Thursday

Unite Here! Local 2 - March and Rally
When: July 22, 2010 - Thursday
4:00 p.m.
Where: Local 2 Plaza, (Market and 4th Street, next to Four Seasons Hotel), San Francisco
What: Unite Here! Local 2 and supporters will join locals from 13 city-nationwide (Vancouver, Honolulu, Chicago, San Francisco, San Diego, Toronto, Miami, Long Beach, Indianapolis, San Antonio, Pittsburgh, Los Angeles, Santa Clara, Monterey) and in Canada in a historic coordinated protest to fight for dignity and respect for 50,000 hotel workers.

San Francisco Women's Political Committee (SFWPC) - Summer in the City 2010
When: July 22, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Enrico's, 504 Broadway, San Francisco
What: San Francisco Women's Political Committee Summer in the City 2010 party. Honoring three amazing champions for woman:
  • District Attorney Kamala Harris
  • Board of Supervisors President David Chiu
  • Navy Commander Zoe Dunning (Ret.)
Tickets: Non-members $35. (you get a free membership). Members: $15.

Upper Noe Neighbors - Monthly meeting
When: July 22, 2010 - Thursday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Upper Noe Recreation Center, Day and Sanchez Street, San Francisco
What: Agenda is devoted to cell phones and antennas - their potential health hazards and what San Francisco is doing to help us make informed choices.
Doug Loranger, San Francisco NeighborhoodAntenna-Free Union, will present the latest information on the devices.
The Department of Environment will talk about the recently approved legislation that will require stores to post radiation levels of the wireless phones they sell.

July 23, 2010 - Friday

HIV Community Listening Session with Candidates for Board of Supervisors
When: July 23, 2010 - Friday
2:00 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: State Building, Milton Marks Auditorium 455 Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join the HIV community for this informative dialogue with candidates for the Board of Supervisors.
Co-sponsored by Assemblyman Tom Ammiano Stop AIDS Project, Project Inform, Bay Area Young Positives, AIDS Legal Referral Panel and the Black Coalition on AIDS. Moderated by Ms. Donna Sachet.
Come make sure that HIV concerns (HIV friendly shelters and affordable housing, access to medication, dental care, supportive employment, safety in our low-income communities) are at the top of the agenda for Supervisorial candidates

July 24, 2010 - Saturday

Rafael Mandelman for Supervisor Campaign Kick-Off
When: July 24, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m.
Where: Team Mandleman Headquarters, 2231 Market Street (between Sanchez and Noe) San Francisco
What: Celebrate new headquarters opening. Light breakfast together, and then mobilize across the district with visibility stations and door-knocking.
Information: rafael2010.com

"Political Animal" Surrealist ACD6 Fundraiser
When: July 24, 2010 - Saturday
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Where: Catherine Clark Gallery, Ground Floor, 150 Minna, San Francisco
What: Anna Conda District 6 Supervisor Fundraiser. Modern Surrealist painter Scott Green and Marina Zurkow's "Elixer Series" sets the mood for a politically charged event.
Featuring Manimal Bar hosts provided by Mika, Day Changes at the bar, The Music of Sick Wolf for aural pleasure, Spoken Word and Political voices for change to motivate. Oddities served to eat.
Information: annaconda2010.com

Jane Kim Birthday Throw Down!
When: July 24, 2010 - Saturday
8:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: SOM Bar, 2925 16th Street @ Capp Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate Jane Kim's 33rd Birthday. A killer DJ line-up: Jazz Mafia, DJ Sake 1, DJ BoomBostic.
$10. at the door - volunteers are free!
Information: janekim.org

Information:

Janet Reilly - candidate for Supervisor in District 2 - Headquarters: 2550 California Street @ Steiner, San Francisco janetreilly.com

Rebecca Prozan - new headquarters - 1195 Church Street (@ 24th Street) San Francisco rebeccaprozan.com

Tony Kelly - candidate for Supervisor in District 10 - headquarters: 824B Caroline Street, San Francisco

Rafael Mandelman has been endorsed by the San Francisco Tenants Union


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

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

Monday, July 12, 2010

Debra Walker - Woodland Avenue!















































































On Sunday, while other people watched the World Cup, Agar Jaicks and Jane Morrison held a Sunday Brunch for Debra Walker, their candidate for Supervisor in District 6.

Agar and Jane invited their friends to meet Debra Walker. Agar said "I like her determination". Jane said "I have watched her on the DCCC - she votes right".

Debra talked about her dedication to District Six - in looking at "new ways" t0 get things done.

Co-hosts of the event: Senator Leland Yee, Walter Johnson, Joe Julian, June Gutfleisch, Phyllis Lyon, David Massen, Aaron Peskin, Sue Hestor, Richard and Shirley Hansen, Gimmy Park Li.

Debra Walker has been endorsed by the San Francisco Labor Council, Local 2 Hotel Workers, California Nurses Association, State Senator Leland Yee, San Francisco Supervisor David Campos, Eric Mar, John Avalos along with Board of Equalization Betty Yee.

Information: votedebrawalker.com votedebrawalker@gmail.com

July 12, 2010 - Monday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors - Rules Committee
When: July 12, 2010 - Monday
10 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
  • San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency - Appointments Policy and other Procedures. Sponsors: Campos, Mirkarimi, Chiu and Mar
  • Split Appointments to the Recreation and Park Commission Sponsors: Mirkarimi, Campos, Mar, Daly and Avalos
Members: David Campos, Michela Alioto-Pier, Eric Mar
Information: sfbos.org

San Francisco Board of Supervisors - Land Use and Economic Development Committee
When: July 12, 2010 - Monday
1 p.m.
Where: City Hall, San Francisco
What: Seven items regarding Hunters Point Shipyard, Candlestick, Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plan.
Information: sfbos.org

Debra Walker - Phonebanking
When: July 12, 2010 - Monday
5:45 p.m.
Where: 240 Alabama, San Francisco
Information: votedebrawalker.com

New Union Street Neighborhood Association Meeting
When: July 12, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: The Brickyard, 1787 Union Street, San Francisco
What: Union Street Neighborhood Association meeting.

South Beach/Rincon/Mission Bay Neighborhood Association
When: July 12, 2010 - Monday
6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Where: South Beach Harbor Services Building Community Room, San Francisco
What: John Funghi from the SFTA will provide an overview and update of the Central Subway project that will extend the T-Third Muni Metro line from 4th and King Streets up 4th Street with stops at Moscone, Powell, and into Chinatown.

July 13, 2010 - Tuesday

San Francisco Chamber of Commerce - San Francisco Police Chief Gascon
When: July 13, 2010 - Tuesday
Noon to 1 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, 235 Montgomery, 12th Floor, San Francisco
What: Speaker: San Francisco Police Chief George Gascon

San Francisco Board of Supervisors
When: July 13, 2010 - Tuesday
2 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 250, San Francisco
What: Huge, huge agenda including Board of Supervisors sitting as a committee of the whole regarding the proposed amendments to the Bayview Hunters Point and Hunters Point Shipyard Redevelopment Plans.
Information: sfbos.org

July 14, 2010 - Wednesday

Eric Mar - Coffee with Eric
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
10 a.m.
Where: Nani's, 2739 Geary Blvd, San Francisco
What: Come meet with Supervisor Eric Mar and share what is on your mind.
Information: cassandra.costello@sfgov.org

Commonwealth Club - Madeleine Albright with George Shultz
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
5:15 p.m.
Where: Fairmont Hotel, Grand Ballroom, San Francisco
What: Hear Secretaries of State Madeleine Albright and George Shultz: A Conversation about War and Peacebuilding. Moderator: Marvin Kalb.
$35. non-members.

San Francisco Police Commission
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
5:30 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Chief's Report - review of recent activities, status report regarding development of Brady Police, report on SFPD's processing of Civil Immigration Warrants.
Presentation of the Department's Bi-monthly report regarding the audit of the Secure Communities Program.
Information: 415 553-1667

California State Parks - Planning revision alternatives for Candlestick Point State Recreation Area
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Southeast Community Facility, 1800 Oakdale Avenue, San Francisco
What: Unveiling of planning revision alternatives for Candlestick Point State Recreation Area. Four preliminary design concepts will be presented to revamp the waterfront park.

Neighborhood Parks Council - Summer Social
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Patricia's Green @ Green& Hayes and Octavia, San Francisco
What: NPC Summer Social. Celebrate your parks and community. Live music, food, drinks, a volunteer recognition presentation.

Glen Park Association - Quarterly Meeting
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m.
Where: Glen Park Recreation Center, (Bosworth Street and O'Shaughnessy Blvd., San Francisco.
What: Quarterly Meeting:
  • Ratify appointments to vacant Glen Park Association officer positions.
  • Friends of the Urban Forest Tree planting program in Glen Park.
  • SPCA and San Francisco Animal Control

Gen44 SF: An Evening with David Plouffe
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: Yoshi's, San Francisco, 1330 Fillmore, San Francisco
What: Gen44 SF invites you to a conversation with David Plouffe - Campaign Manager Obama-Biden '08. Author of "The Audacity to Win"
Co-Chairs: Eric Casher and Hala Jijazi
Hosts: London Breed, Justin Buell, Ace Climaco, Addisu Demissie, Frieda Edgette, Jill Habig, Matt Haney, Mike Kim, Bonnie Lau, Steve Ngo, Rahul Prakash, Shefali Razdan Duggal, Nicholas Short, Tony Thurmond. $44.
You must rsvp to attend: my.democrats.org/Gen44July14

New Leaders Council - San Francisco 40 Under 40 Award Celebration
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Where: SPUR's Urban Center, 645 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Celebrate local 40 under 40 winners. Hosted by the New Leaders Council - San Francisco Chapter.
Guest Speakers:
National Chair: Mark Walsh
Special Guest: former State Controller and Westly Group Managing Partner, Steve Westly
Honoring:
  • Orson Aguilar, Executive Director, Greenlining Institute
  • Emily Arnold-Fernandez, Founder and Executive Director, Asylum Access
  • Michael Brune, Executive Director, Sierra Club
  • Nancy Bui-Thompson, Board Member, Sacramento Municipal Utility District
  • Cheryl Contee, Founder, Fission Strategy
  • Scott Morgan, Founder and Executive Director, Education Pioneers
  • Dana Mortenson, Founder and Executive Director, World Savvy
  • Ben Rattray, Founder and CEO, Change.org
Host Committee: Chris Balme, Gautam Barua, Zach Blume, Susan Boreliz, Adam Borelli, Justin Buell, Chris Cassidy, Chris Fadeff, Sean Foote, Judith Freeman, Jill Habig, Matt Haney, Meena Harris, Denise Heitzenroder, Albert Hwu, Barry Kendall, Luke Klipp, Patrick O'Heffernan, Andrea Olson, Emanuel Plaitez, Rahul Prakash, Mary Rickles, Chris Roberts, Igor Tregub, Amie Vacarro, Nadir Visanjy, Anthony Woods and Kenneth Wun.
Tickets: $25. in advance $30. at the door
Information: Andrea Olson at AOlson@newleaderscouncil.com

Kevin Starr - "Golden Gate"
When: July 14, 2010 - Wednesday
7:30 p.m.
Where: Books Inc., 2251 Chestnut Street, San Francisco
What: Kevin Starr talks about his book "Golden Gate" - an account of the building and significance of the Golden Gate Bridge
Information: booksinc.net

July 15, 2010 - Thursday

"Save St. Luke's." Delegation and Rally
When: July 15, 2010 - Thursday
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Where: St. Luke's Hospital (Cesar Chavez and Valencia Street, San Francisco
What: Delegation will be sent to deliver 1,000 postcards to the director of St. Luke Hospital showing that the community is against the service cuts to the hospital.

Bayview Hunters Point Democratic Meeting
When: July 15, 2010 - Thursday
6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Bayview Police Station Community Room, 201 Williams Street (between Newhall St. & Neptune Street, San Francisco
Source: Facebook

Upper Noe Neighbors - Community Meeting
When: July 15, 2010 - Thursday
6:30 p.m.
Where: St. Philip's Church,725 Diamond, San Francisco
What: Discuss the future of the Noe Valley Ministry's Parking Lot, Farmers Market.MeredithThomas of Neighborhood Park Council will facilitate.
Hosted by Friends of Noe Valley - Richard May, President
Information: toddsdavid@gmail.com

NOPNA - Monthly meeting
When: July 15, 2010 - Thursday
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Where: San Francisco Day School, 350 Masonic Avenue, San Francisco
What: Items form agenda:
  • MCD at 350 Divisadero hearing results
  • Sunday Streets come to NOPNA
  • Centennial Bay 2 Breakers
  • Park Station Update - Captain Barrett
  • Supervisors Office Update - Vallie Brown
Information: nopna.org

July 16, 2010 - Friday

SPUR - District 10 Tour with Supervisor Sophie Maxwell
When: July 16, 2010 - Friday
1 p.m.
Where: SPUR, 654 Mission Street, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor Sophie Maxwell on a walking tour of the Central Waterfront.
Limit 25 people tour. SPUR members only $10.

California Democratic Party Executive Board Meeting
When: July 16, 17, 18, 2010 - Friday, Saturday, Sunday
Where:Holiday Inn San Jose, 1740 North First Street, San Francisco
What: Executive Board Meeting.
Information: cadem.org

Debra Walker - Meet and Greet
When: July 16, 2010 - Thursday
5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Where: Rancho Parnassus Cafe,132 6th Street, San Francisco
What :Meet and greet with Debra Walker, candidate for Supervisor in District 6.
Performances by Count Z Bop, Raina "Scar" Hunter, Catvonhaufecooper, and the August-Collins.

July 17, 2010 - Saturday

Leland Yee 8th Senate District Community Pancake Breakfast and legislative update
When: July 17, 2010 - Saturday
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Where: Armenian-American Day School, 825 Brotherhood Way, San Francisco
What: 8th Senate District Community Pancake Breakfast and legislative update with StateSenator Leland Yee.

Campaign Headquarters Grand Opening and Day of Action
When: July 17, 2010 - Saturday
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Where: 2550 California Street, San Francisco
What: Join Janet Reilly, candidate for supervisor in District Two, and guests in celebrating the Grand Opening of the new campaign headquarters and Day of Action.
Information: info@janetreilly.com

10 Years of District 6 - A Symposium.
When: July 17, 2010 - Saturday
10:30 a.m. to Noon
Where: Herbst Theater, 401 Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco
What: Join Supervisor Chris Daly, community organizations, and residents from across District 6 as they look back at the past 10 years and glance forward to the future.
RSVP: 415-557-7857

July 19, 2010 - Monday

SaveMuni.com - General Meeting
When: July 19, 2010 - Monday
6:30 p.m.
Where: Northern Police Station, 1125 Fillmore Street, San Francisco
What: Save Muni.com's first general meeting. Discussion and voting on Supervisor Sean Elsbernd's ballot measure designed to remove the salary-setting for Muni drivers from the City Charter.
A ballot proposition can only be endorsed if it receives the approval of 2/3rds of the members of the Organization in attendance at a General Meeting. Those who participated in the December 5th planning meeting, or registered at the March 6, 2010 Save Muni Summit, or both, constitute the voting membership of SaveMuni.com and have a vote on endorsement.
Supervisor Elsbernd and the Union have been invited.
Information: savemuni.com

Middle Polk Neighborhood Association - Supervisor David Chiu
When: July 19, 2010 - Monday
7:00 p.m. to 8:15 p.m.
Where: It's a Grind, 1800 Polk Street at Washington, San Francisco
What: Supervisor of District Three and President of the Board David Chiu will be discussing the state of our Neighborhood, District 3 and the City.
Planning Commissioner Gwyneth Borden will talk about the Planning Commission and how neighbors can most successfully present their causes, cases and concerns.
Information: info@middlepolk.org

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Monday, July 5, 2010

November 2010 Elections















November 2, 2010 Elections

  • Governor - Jerry Brown
  • Lt. Governor - Gavin Newsom
  • U.S. Senator - Barbara Boxer
  • Congress - Nancy Pelosi
  • Jackie Speier
  • Secretary of State - Debra Bowen
  • Controller - John Chiang
  • State Assembly - Tom Ammiano, Fiona Ma
  • State Senate - Leland Yee
  • State Treasurer - Bill Lockyer
  • Insurance Commissioner - Dave Jones
  • Superintendent of Public Instruction - Larry Aceves
  • Board of Equalization, District 1 - Betty Yee
  • Associate Justice of Supreme Court - 2 positions
  • Presiding Justice Court of Appeal (District 1) - 3 positions (Division 1, 3 and 5)
  • Associate Justice Court of Appeal (District 1) - 5 positions
  • Board of Supervisors - District 2, 4, 6, 8, 10
  • Public Defender
  • Assessor-Recorder
  • BART Director District 8
  • Board of Education - Three Seats
  • Community College - Three Seats
Information: sfgov.org/elections
Department of Elections, City Hall, Room 48, San Francisco

Statewide Ballot Measures (that have qualified)
  • Proposition 18 - Bond Measure - Safe, clean, and Reliable Drinking Water Supply Act of 2010
  • Proposition 19 - Initiative Statue - Changes California law to legalize marijuana and allow it to be regulated and taxed.
  • Proposition 20 - Initiative Constitutional Amendment - Redistricting of Congressional
  • Districts
  • Proposition 21 - Initiative Statute - Establishes $18. annual vehicle license surcharge to help fund State Parks and Wildlife Program and Grants Free Admission to all state parks to surcharged vehicles.
  • Proposition 22 - Initiative Constitutional Amendment - Prohibits the State from taking funds used for transportation or local government project and services.
  • Proposition 23 - Initiative Statue - Suspends air pollution control laws requiring major polluters to report and reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause global warming until unemployment drops below specified level for full year.
  • Proposition 24 - Initiative Statute - Repeals recent legislation that would allow businesses to carry back losses, share tax credits, and use a sales-based income calculation to lower taxable income.
  • Proposition 25 - Initiative Constitutional Amendment - Changes legislative vote requirement to pass a budget from two-thirds to a simple majority. Retains two-thirds vote requirement for taxes.
  • Proposition 26 - Initiative Constitutional Amendment - Increases legislative vote requirement to two-thirds for state levies and charges. Imposes additional requirement for voters to approve local levies and charges with limited exceptions.
  • Proposition 27 - Initiative Constitutional amendment and Statue - Eliminates State Commission on Redistricting, consolidates authority for redistricting, consolidates authority for redistricting with elected representatives.

July 6, 2010 - Tuesday

SFMTA Board of Directors to hear partial Muni restoration recommendations
When: July 6, 2010 - Tuesday
Noon to 4 p.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 400, San Francisco
What: Hearing on improving Muni service. Improvements are being proposed to restore service to some bus routes and rail lines affected by the May 8 service changes. The plan distributes resources city-wide and focuses on areas that will have the most benefit to riders.
Information: sfmta.org

Historic Market Street Labor Walk
When: July 6, 2010 - Tuesday
3 p.m.
Where: Meet in front of Landmark at One Market Street, San Francisco
What: From the Ferry Building to the Mechanics Monument, Market Street provides a cross section of San Francisco history. Historic buildings, monuments and modern skyscrapers. Also hear about labor's relevance on this historic street from the Gold Rush to Bay Area Rapid Transit and vintage streetcars.
Information: laborfest.net

July 8, 2010 - Thursday

San Francisco Board of Supervisors - Rules Committee
When: July 8, 2010 - Thursday
10 a.m.
Where: City Hall, Room 263, San Francisco
What: Items from agenda:
Split appointments to the Recreation and Park Commission and Park Department and Commission Denials of Entertainment-Related Permits appealable to the Board of Appeals.
Sponsors: Mirkarimi, Campos, Mar, Daly and Avalos.
Transferring the Police Department's Functions, Assets and Operations to the Sheriff.
Sponsor: Daly.
Charter amendment to amend the Charter - one time basis the term of one health service board member from five years to three years, and another term of another health service board member from five years to two years, so that Board terms will expire in pairs in the future and can be filled during the same Board election.
Sponsor: Elsbernd.
Non-Citizen voting in school board elections.
Sponsors: Chiu, Campos, Mar, Avalos, Mirkarimi, Maxwell, Daly and Dufty
Information: Linda Wong 415-554-7719

A New Deal for the City - Economic Development Summit

When: July 8, 2010 - Thursday

3:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Where: San Francisco Lighthouse Church, 1337 Sutter Street @ Van Ness, San Francisco

What: Join community and worker organizations in building a progressive agenda to protect and expand economic opportunities for all San Franciscans. "New Deal for the City" Community Congress being held August 14-15th with the goal to develop a locally-actionable platform that we'll encourage candidates for Supervisor and Mayor to support. There will be a discussion proposals for revenue and city budget reform that prioritize front-line works, a municipal bank and city enterprises, labor standards, workers centers and community job programs, green workforce and urban agriculture, arts and cultural economies, small businesses and worker cooperatives.

Brainstorming/strategy sessions from 3:30 to 5:15 and 5:45 to 7:30 with a short break for light dinner and summation/cultural event 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Free. RSVP el_company_nado@yahoo.com

Information: sfcommunitycongress.wordpress.com


Commonwealth Club - Kevin Starr

When: July 8, 2010 - Thursday

5:30 p.m.

Where: Commonwealth Club, 595 Market, 2nd Floor, San Francisco

What: Kevin Starr, CA State Librarian Emeritus; author of "Golden Gate". Kevin Starr will take a fresh look at the Golden Gate Bridge. $20. non-members

Information: commonwealthclub.org


No on Prop 18

When: July 8, 2010 - Thursday

6 p.m. to 7:30

Where: 25 Stillman Street, Suite 200, San Francisco

What: Come to "Terminate the Water Bond" movie and mixer night at our San Francisco office.

Information: Elanor Starmer - estarmer@fwwatch.org


HANC - Political Currents in Haight Ashbury

When: July 8, 2010 - Thursday

7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: The Urban School, 1563 Page Street, San Francisco

What:

Election report by Calvin Welch.

District 5 Supervisor Ross Mirkarimi reports to Haight constituents on his legislative plans.

Information: hancsf@yahoo.com


July 10, 2010 - Saturday


Emily Murase for San Francisco School Board Fundraiser

When: July 10, 2010 - Saturday

7:30 p.m.

Where: Yerba Buena Center, 750 Folsom Street, San Francisco

What: Family night Skating Fundraiser for Emily's Campaign for San Francisco School Board in November 2010.

All tickets include skate rentals.

Family Skating night includes raffle. $12. per person at the door. Kids 5 and under skate for free.

RSVP and complete details of event: emilymurase.com


Nate Payne for San Francisco Supervisor in District 6 Fundraiser - Kickoff

When: July 10, 2010 - Saturday

6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Where: Press Club, 20 Yerba Buena Lane, San Francisco

What: Nate Payne officially kicks off his campaign for San Francisco Supervisor in District Six.

DJ, live music, live art installation. Donation raffle to win prizes.

Information: votenate2010.com


July 11, 2010 - Sunday


Sunday Streets in the Mission - Part II

When: July 11, 2010 - Sunday

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Mission District: Valencia, 24th Street, Harrison

Information: sundaystreetssf.com


Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club

When: July 11, 2010 - Sunday

10 a.m. to Noon

Where: San Francisco Jewish Community Center, 3200 California Street/Presidio, San Francisco

What: Please join Raoul Wallenberg Jewish Democratic Club for Bagels and Coffee. Guests include:

Phil Ting - San Francisco Assessor-Recorder - will discuss "Close the Loophole" movement to create more tax equity.

Alex Tourk - founder of Groundfloor Public Affairs will discuss "Why Tuesday: Is it good for the Jews?"

Everyone is cordially invited.

Information: Jason Porth sfrwjdc@yahoo.com


Fundraiser - Debra Walker

When: July 11, 2010 - Sunday

11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Agar Jaicks home, 62 Woodland Avenue, San Francisco

What: Sunday Brunch/Fundraiser for Debra Walker, candidate for supervisor in District 6.

Co-hosts: Senator Leland Yee, Jane Morrison, Walter Johnson, Joe Julian, June Gutfleisch, Phyllis Lyon, David Massen, Aaron Peskin, Sue Hestor, Richard and Shirley Hansen, Gimmy Park Li

Donor's Choice: $25., $35. $50. Sponsor: $75. to $125. Patron $150. to $500.

Information: 415-564-1482


Anna Conda D6 Fundraiser

When: July 11, 2010 - Sunday

4 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Where: Encore Karaoke Lounge, 1550 California Street, San Francisco

What "Hotter Than July" benefit for Anna Conda's run for District 6 Supervisor.

Hosts: Bliss Ashton, Brian "Amber Alert" Busta and Frieda Lay.

Information: annaconda2010.com


July 13, 2010 - Tuesday


San Francisco Chamber of Commerce - San Francisco Chief of Police George Gascon

When: July 13, 2010 - Tuesday

Noon to 1 p.m.

Where: San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Boardroom, 235 Montgomery Street, 12th Floor, San Francisco

What: Meet San Francisco Chief of Police George Gascon. Light lunch provided by Safeway.

RSVP: events.sfchamber.com


Information:


Rafael Mandelman - Candidate for Supervisor in District 8 has opened his headquarters at 2231 Market Street (formerly Solis), San Francisco


Margaret Brodkin has filed to run for San Francisco School Board.


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