Agenda - Entertainment Commission Meeting August 10, 2010
August 10, 2010
Notice and Agenda for Regular Meeting
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at 6:30 P.M.
Room 400 City Hall
1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place
San Francisco, CA. 94102
Justin Roja, President - Urban Planning
Audrey Joseph, Vice Chair - Industry Representative
Terrance Alan, Commissioner - Industry Representative
Jim Meko, Commissioner - Neighborhood Representative
John Newlin, Commissioner - Law Enforcement
Neal Cavellini, Commissioner - Public Health Representative
Al Perez, Commissioner - Neighborhood Representative
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Public Comment: Members of the public may address the Commission on items of interest to the public that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Commission. With respect to agenda items, members of the public may address the Commission for up to three minutes at the time such item is called.
NOTICE OF CANCELLED MEETING
THE AUGUST 10, 2010 REGULAR PORT COMMISSION MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELLED
A Special Port Commission Meeting is scheduled on:
DATE: THURSDAY, AUGUST 19, 2010
TIME: 2:00 P.M. – CLOSED SESSION
TIME: 3:15 P.M. - OPEN SESSION
LOCATION: The meeting will be held in the Port Commission Hearing Room, Second Floor, Ferry Building, San Francisco, CA 94111
Agenda for upcoming NEWAG meeting
PORT OF SAN FRANCISCO
NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP
PUBLIC NOTICE AND TENTATIVE AGENDA
DATE: Wednesday, August 4, 2010
TIME: 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
LOCATION: Port of San Francisco offices located at Pier 1, Embarcadero at Washington Street - Bayside 1 Conference Room
Fantastic Fantasticks
Norman Patrick Doyle
Resident, The Commons
SF Playhouse does it again, with a flawless production of an old favorite.
Bill English's brilliant adaptation of "The Fantasticks" is set in a post-apocalyptic landscape where the troupe of players keep hope alive with this beautiful tale of innocence, loss and redemption.
AGE MARCH
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway
The Age March on August 8, billed by its organizer, Barbara Rose Brooker, is the first march in history that addressses the issues of aging.
Sunday, August 8 9:00 A.M.
Crissy Field, The Presidio
“Come Celebrate Your Age! Promote Age Awareness! End Age Discrimination!”
A 73-year-old native San Franciscan, Brooker is the author of
The Viagra Diaries and teaches creative writing to people over 50at SFSU/OLLI. She believes that anything is possible at any age. “Age is a spirit, not a number or a rule,” she says.
Want to empower the Entertainment Commission?
HEARING TO EMPOWER THE ENTERTAINMENT COMMISSION
On Monday, July 19 at 10:00 am in City Hall's Legislative Chamber (Room 250), the San Francisco Public Safety Committee will hear public comment and consider Board President David Chiu's proposed legislation to authorize the Entertainment Commission's ability to revoke entertainment permits on issues related to public safety and public nuisance. The legislation has been heard at the Entertainment Commission, where it received a recommendation.
July 13 Port Meeting Agenda
San Francisco Port Commission
Rodney Fong, President
Kimberly Brandon, Commissioner
Ann Lazarus, Commissioner
Monique Moyer, Executive Director
Amy Quesada, Commission Secretary
Phone: 415-274-0400; Fax: 415-274-0412
AGENDA
TUESDAY, JULY 13, 2010
2:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION
3:15 P.M. OPEN SESSION
PORT COMMISSION HEARING room, SECOND FLOOR
FERRY BUILDING, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94111
Pier 27 Cruise Terminal Plans to be Discussed
The 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. Please come and share your ideas about how the Port should move forward with these exciting projects.
NEWAG Members and Interested Citizens
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct - 415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be our regularly scheduled bi-monthly meeting held on Wednesday, August 4, 2010, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm here at the Port of San Francisco in the Bayside Conference Rooms.
Northeast Embarcadero Study:
Planning Commission Hearing 10 am
Kate McGee, AICP, LEED AP
Planner, Citywide Policy and Analysis
San Francisco Planning Department
1650 Mission Street, Suite 400
tel: 415.558.6367 * fax: 415.558.6409
www.sfplanning.org
The Planning Commission hearing for the Northeast Embarcadero Study has been changed and is now scheduled to commence at 10am on Thursday July 8. Planning Commission hearings are held in City Hall, room 400. To download a copy of the agenda, please refer to the following website:
click here
Come celebrate winners
of 1st Artists' Competition
Ethel Jimenez, Resident
The Gateway
Gallery 28 is pleased to present the winners of the First Annual Competition.The artists work in a broad spectrum of styles and focus on diverse subject matter. Come join us in celebrating the winners at our July 7 reception.
CALDER TO WARHOL:
The Fisher Collection at SFMOMA
June 26 -- September 19, 2010
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway
In September 2009, SFMOMA announced an unprecedented partnership to house and display the collection of Gap founders, Doris and Donald Fisher—more than 1100 works by iconic 20th Century artists—in a new museum expansion that will include a wing featuring these artworks.
42nd Street Moon's
Annual Fundraising Evening
KISS THE BOYS GOODBYE!
The Songs of Broadway and Hollywood in the 1940s
One Night Only - Monday, June 21, 2010
Doors open at 5:30pm for silent auction and cocktail reception, show at 7 pm
at the Alcazar Theatre - 650 Geary Street, San Francisco
Top Chef Tour is back in town!
WHERE: Justin Herman Plaza
ADDRESS: 1 Market Street
DATE: Friday, June 11
SHOW TIMES: 10:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm
Luck...and Impressionism at the DeYoung
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway
“How lucky you are!” said Guy Cogeval, director of Paris’s renowned Musee d’Orsay, referring to the two back-to-back exhibitions of French Impressionist paintings on loan to the de Young Museum.
REMINDER: Tomorrow's the Day!
Just a quick reminder that our 2010 Annual Meeting of the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association will be held TOMORROW, June 3, 2010 at 6 pm aboard the historic Hornblower Santa Rosa Ferry Boat at Pier 3. Enter through the doors closest to the Bay. There will be wine available for purchase from Hornblower and free snacks. And our Special Guest Speaker is David Chiu, President of the SF Board of Supervisors.
No need to RSVP... see you there!
Community Meeting: CANCELLED
Kate McGee, AICP, LEED AP
Planner, Citywide Policy and Analysis
San Francisco Planning Department
1650 Mission Street, Suite 400
tel: 415.558.6367 - fax: 415.558.6409
www.sfplanning.org
The Northeast Embarcadero Study's Open House, previously scheduled for Wednesday, June 2 at 6pm, has been cancelled. The Planning Department will notify you when the final report is published and available on the Study's website. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your continued
interest.
Supervisor Chiu to attend
BCNA Annual Meeting
The Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association is pleased to announce that District Three representative, Supervisor, and President of the Board of Supervisors, David Chiu, will be the Special Guest Speaker at their 2010 Annual Meeting.
BCNA ANNUAL MEETING
Thursday, June 3, 2010 from 6 - 7:30 pm
Aboard the Historic Hornblower Santa Rosa Ferryboat
In the Pub Room on the Bay End of the Ship
At Pier 3
Supervisor Chiu will discuss critical issues facing the City as well as answer questions from members.
NORTHEAST EMBARCADERO STUDY
Planning Department to reveal final recommendations
On June 2, 2010, The Planning Department will present the Northeast Embarcadero Study's final recommendations. An open house will be held on Wednesday, June 2, 2010 from 6 to 7 pm at the Bayside 1 Conference Room, Pier 1, (Embarcadero at Washington Street).
ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW
View, Eat & Be Merry
Norman Patrick Doyle, resident
The Commons
SF Playhouse has done it again! In their tiny theater on Sutter Street they offer a high-energy comedy, "Slasher," which never falters in portraying a group of people caught up in the making of a "horror" movie.
ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW:
There’s not a bad seat in the “house”
If you stand in front of the Ferry Building, you can’t miss the very large white tent and its smaller sister tent on the grounds of Ferry Park. Gates to the sparkling story of Peter Pan opened April 27, so now you can see what Londoners have enjoyed—the adventures of
Peter Pan in Kensington told via theater in the round.
At the Eureka
20% discount for Mother's Day
(Mailing Address Only)
42nd Street Moon
601 Van Ness Ave. E3-621
San Francisco, California 94102
Box Office: (415) 255-8207
Need something great to tell Mom how special she is? She'll love tickets to the theater, and to spend the day with her entire family!
Music by Jerome Kern
Lyrics & Book by Oscar Hammerstein II
Receive 20% off* your purchase of four or more tickets for this Mother's Day Matinee performance of Jerome Kern's last Broadway show! Call us for your discount (415) 255 8207.
ENTERTAINMENT REVIEW:
Equivocation
Norman Patrick Doyle, resident
The Commons
The Marin Theatre Company in Mill Valley is less than 30 minutes drive from the Barbary Coast. It's worth every minute to go and see their current production of "Equivocation," a tour de force by playwright Bill Cain with a brilliantly clever direction by Jasson Minadakis.
THE 53rd SF INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
April 22 – May 6
NEWS RELEASE
More than 150 films in 31 languages from 46 countries will be shown at San Francisco theatres during the next two weeks. The festival opens on April 22 with Micmacs, directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet
(Amelie), and closes on May 6 with
Joan Rivers—A Piece of Work. Rivers is expected to attend the screening. In between is a schedule packed with something for every film buff.
SF NIGHTLIFE: The death of fun? Or urban peace?
Radio, TV and newspapers are filled with news about the mayhem caused by Richmond, Oakland and San Jose party buses pouring into the City on weekend nights.
NIGHTLIFE IN SAN FRANCISCO
WHEN: Tuesday, May 11, 2010
TIME: 6:00 pm
WHERE: 654 Mission St., SF
FEES: SPUR Members free, Non-members $20
TO REGISTER: click here
News of the February 2010 murder and shootings at Club Suede (383 Bay Street) has hit the Internet. Unfortunately people searching the Net prior to visiting the City are having second thoughts. Even locals choose to avoid Broadway and North Beach on weekend nights.
(psssst--it's today!)
Don't Forget...
There was some confusion over the times of Sunday's Party. Party starts at 4 pm with wine and beverages...Then at 5 pm the Kitchen opens and will provide appetizers. Sorry for the misunderstanding.
The Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
and 5A5 SteakLounge
are holding a
"Meet the Neighborhood" Party!
Sunday, April 18, 2010
4:00 to 6:00 pm
at
244 Jackson Street (between Front & Battery)
Free Wine • Free Hors d' Oeuvres (beginning at 5 pm)
Meet Other “Barbary Coasters” and Celebrate Spring!
No need to reply or RSVP... Just stop by if you can!
Klea Blackhurst at the Eureka!
Everything The Traffic Will Allow is Blackhurst's loving tribute to the songs made famous by the quintessential stage personality Ethel Merman. Not an impersonator and not an impressionist, Blackhurst offers a paean to the great Broadway legend that serves as a potent and happy reminder of Merman's sheer, undeniable importance to both the history of twentieth century entertainment and the iconic composers like Cole Porter, Irving Berlin, George Gershwin and Jerry Herman, who wrote songs just for her.
Attention Barbary Coasters
On Tuesday, April 13, 6:30 pm, in room 400 of City Hall, an Entertainment Commission
hearing will consider whether to grant a Place of Entertainment permit to the owners (Alfonso Castro and Roarke O’Neill, dba Swag City Impala) of Impala nightclub at 501 Broadway (at Kearney Street).
If you wish to weigh in on permitting Impala, you are welcome to speak during the Public Comment session after hearing the applicants’ proposal and recommendations by city officials.
As background, on July 10, 2009
BAY AREA BLOG reported:
Two men were shot in the leg inside the North Beach nightclub Impala at 1:15 a.m. Friday morning. The City's Italian village has long had a history of problems after the sun goes down, but SF Weekly highlighted Impala in a story about the failures of the San Francisco Entertainment Commission to properly regulate violent nightclubs just last week. The commission is solely responsible for issuing and suspending nightclubs' permits in the City.
Depressed by District Elections?
Norman Patrick Doyle, resident
The Commons
Fed up with an Entertainment Commission stacked with nightclub owners? Frustrated by a Board of Supervisors from a Marx Brothers movie? Then take yourself off to the SF Playhouse, at 533 Sutter, for an evening of unremitting laughter and enjoyment.
SPRING INTO APRIL
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway
Having survived the damp and chill of the last season, we have much to look forward to in the next. Following are some April highlights, and just a peek into May events, most taking place within easy reach of the Barbary Coast.
Japantown Cherry Blossom Festival
In its 43rd year, this is one of California’s most prominent celebrations of Asian traditions.
Food booths, cultural performances, martial arts, live bands, and the Cherry Blossom Queen Pageant. The big parade is on April 18, beginning at City Hall and concluding in Japantown.
Sat & Sun, April 10 & 11, and 17 & 18
Post Street between Laguna and Fillmore. FREE
April 15 Tea Party at Union Square
to benefit North Beach Citizens">
"Skate This Art" auction raises nearly $3000
to benefit North Beach Citizens
The opening reception at Gallery 28, on April 3 was a huge success! The artists exhibiting their work donate 50% or more of the sales price to benefit North Beach Citizens. Participating artists include Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Ed Hardy, Jeremy Fish, Winston Smith, Jason Norelli, Anna-Lisa Stardust vander Walk, Paul Norman and many others.There is a second reception on April 17, 2010, 6-9 PM.
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Film Night in the Park 2010
You haven't really seen your favorite films until you've seen them outdoors. With Film Night in the Park, you're good to go!
Come out and Meet the Chief!
San Francisco Police Department
Community Relations Unit
Meet and Greet the Chief
When: Friday, April 9, 2010
Where: San Francisco Italian Athletic Club
1630 Stockton Street
Time: 5:30 - 6:15
Whoopeeeeee!
Our Spring Social
Is Now A “Meet the Neighborhood” event!
5A5 Steak Lounge will be providing
Free Wines and Appetizers as a
“Thank You” to the Neighborhood and You’re Invited.
Sunday, April 18, 2010
4:00 to 6:00 pm
at
244 Jackson Street (between Front & Battery)
Free Wine • Free Hors d' Oeuvres Starting at 5 pm
PLEASE R.S.V.P.
EMAIL: wm@sauro.com or Phone: (415) 226-0400
NEWAG Interested Citizen
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
San Francisco, California 94111
415.274.0545 direct - 415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
Attached please find the tentative agenda for the April 7, 2010 meeting. We look forward to your participation next Wednesday from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm. The meeting will be at Pier 1 in the Bayside Room. Discussion topics include:
1. Project Updates
2. Exploratorium Update
3. Northeast Embarcadero Study (NES) –Discussion of NES Preliminary Design Recommendations & Urban Design Guideline
4. New Business/Public Comment
Entertainment Commission Special Meeting
Want to see what the Entertainment Commission is up to? Now that they've been forced to televise their meetings so we can all see what's going on, they've decided to have a "special" meeting at a different location on Saturday, March 27. The next regular meeting is next Wednesday, March 31 to discuss Club Suede.
Notice and Agenda for Special Meeting
Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
Flood Building, 870 Market Street, Room 1185
Some nights already sold out on
Lady Be Good at the Eureka!
42nd Street Moon
(Mailing Address Only)
601 Van Ness Ave. E3-621
San Francisco, California 94102
Box Office (415) 255-8207
Select nights have already sold out!
Jump into the Jazz Age and find out what made the Twenties roar in this iconic show written for Fred and Adele Astaire—the first solid gold smash hit George and Ira Gershwin enjoyed in New York!
A part-tee!
You are cordially invited to our
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
Spring Social
Sunday, April 18, 2010
4:00 to 6:00 pm
at A5A Steak Lounge
244 Jackson Street (between Front & Battery)
No-host Bar • Free hors d'oeuvres
Meet other Barbary Coasters and celebrate Spring!
PLEASE RSVP
EMAIL:
wm@sauro.com or telehone: (415) 226-0400
News from Walk San Francisco
Walk San Francisco
San Francisco's Pedestrian Advocacy Organization
Please let your friends and community groups know about the following news and upcoming events.
Come out and Play at Sunday Streets
along The Embarcadero!
The SF Municipal Transportation Agency (SF MTA), San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom, the City of San Francisco and Livable City (Sunday Streets fiscal sponsor) are pleased to announce the kick off of the 3rd Sunday Streets season on March 14th 2010.
Announcing Yerba Buena Gardens Spring/Summer Events
Linda Lucero, Executive/Artistic Director
Yerba Buena Arts & Events
www.ybgf.org call (415) 543-1718
Today Yerba Buena Gardens announced the programming for the 2010 Yerba Buena Gardens Festival at Yerba Buena Gardens in downtown San Francisco running May 1 through October 31, 2010.
West Coast Live [radio] at the Ferry Building
All links to Sedge's guests are on our web page at WEST COAST LIVE (http://www.WCL.org)
Reservations: for your 2 hours of hand-crafted radio SATURDAYS 10AM - NOON. Be part of the conversation, music and play: 415-664-9500. Most Bay Area Venue Tickets: $15 in advance via phone or Ticketweb:
- $13. for seniors over 65
- $5. for kids under 18
- $18. at the door
Doors Open at 9:30 AM. Live 2-hour broadcast begins at 10 AM
Lady, Be Good! begins previews March 31
42nd Street Moon
News Release
Fred and Adele Astaire originally starred in this farce about a brother and sister who, through a series of madcap adventures, find themselves rocketing from the state of the dispossessed to wealth and popularity among the Long Island
haut monde. The Gershwins propelled Broadway into the Roaring Twenties with their dazzling score featuring hot jazz and cool blues in numbers such as
Fascinating Rhythm, Little Jazz Bird, So Am I, The Half-of-It-Dearie Blues, and
Lady, Be Good.
COMMUNITY WORKSHOP ANNOUNCEMENT
Refined Urban Design Recommendations and
Urban Design Guidelines
Planning Department Community Workshop
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Port Commission Hearing Room (Ferry Building, 2nd Floor)
Don't Forget...
Your Are Cordially Invited To Our
Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association
♥ Valentine’s Party ♥
This Sunday, February 14, 2010
from 4:30 to 6:30 pm
Hornblower Yachts has
a Special Offer for You!
Take 20% off all Valentine's weekend cruises
Discount Code: EML 22*
Whether your looking for a delightrful brunch, fantastic dinner or hip party, Hornblower has the perfect fit for you.
Book in San Francisco
*Valid for up to six adults only. New bookings only.
© 2010 Hornblower Cruises & Events, Pier 3 on the Embarcadero, San Francisco, CA 94111. All Rights Reserved. Read about our privacy policy.
Ferry Building Tango!
Ferry Building Milonga del Corazon
Ferry Building, North end
Friday, February 12 from 5:30 - 8 pm
Admission free
News & Notes from Walk SF
Walk San Francisco
San Francisco's Pedestrian Advocacy Organization
995 Market St. Suite 1550
San Francisco, California 94103
Please let your friends and community groups know about the following news and upcoming events.
Urge Mayor Newsom
to Fund Transit Services
The SFMTA Board is considering service cuts that would affect every bus and light rail line, creating longer wait times, crowded vehicles, and less incentive to take public transit. We need to let Mayor Newsom and the SFMTA Board know that we want MUNI services funded, and we'd prefer extending the hours of parking meters as opposed to MUNI service cuts. The San Francisco Bicycle Coalition (SFBC) has an online form that makes writing the Mayor and SFMTA Board simple. Email to save MUNI today!
Come listen to Barbary Coaster, Linda Schwartz
Attention: NEWAG and Interested Citizens
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. Please find attached the tentative agenda and the minutes from the January 6, 2010 NEWAG meeting.
Bring the children and listen!
Boston Properties
Embarcadero Center
Young Audiences "Art for Learning" is proud to host
The Princeton Katzsenjammers,
the oldest, collegiate co-ed a capella group in the US.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
from 12 to 12:30 pm
Three Embarcadero Center (Street Level)
(Between Gap and Ann Taylor)
Upcoming NEWAG Meeting
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
San Francisco, California 94111
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, February 3, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. Next week Port staff will email an offical Notice & Tentative Agenda. All are welcome to attend.
Have an opinion on 555 Washington St. Project?
If you're interested in learning more about the new development being proposed for 555 Washington Street (next to the Transamerica Pyramid), you can attend a meeting of the Planning Commission.
WHEN: January 21, 2010 at 6:00pm
WHERE: City Hall, Room 400
WHAT CAN YOU DO: Attend and speak at the City Hall Planning Commission hearing. Email the Planning Commission and Supervisors for the 555 Washington Street Project.
UPDATE: Peter Pan Show in Ferry Park
Three Sixty Entertainment, Inc.
January 12, 2010
The Peter Pan in Kensington show is currently in its final week in London and then will begin the journey to the United States. We're excited for the show to open in San Francisco and have no doubt you’ll enjoy it.
Meet the author of Carville-by-the-Sea
January 23
Market Street Railway
870 Market Street, Suite 803
San Francisco, CA 94103
Telephone: 415.305.5242
www.streetcar.org
Woody LaBounty writes:
In the 1890s, well before orderly rows of stucco-clad homes were built across the Sunset District, a colorful and unique bohemian community flowered in sandy hillocks near today’s 48th Avenue and Lincoln Way. Woody LaBounty, author of Carville-by-the-Sea and noted historian of our city’s “Outside Lands,” will speak at our San Francisco Railway Museum, 77 Steuart Street (F-line Steuart Street stop between Market and Mission) on Saturday, January 23, at 2 p.m.
Obsolete horse cars and cable cars were used to create residences, vacation homes, restaurants, and even churches. Judges, lady bicyclists, physicians, inventors, and some of the most admired artists and writers of the day came to enjoy this odd streetcar colony called “Carville-by-the-Sea,” the subject of my new book.
H1N1 FLU SHOTS
at the Embarcadero Center
Boston Properties
Embarcadero Center
DATES: Monday, January 11, and Thursday, January 14
TIME: 10 am - 3 pm
PLACE: Four Embarcadero Center, Lobby Level
COST: $20
42nd Street Moon Announces
Nice Work If You Can Get It
Tony Award-Winner Donna McKechnie Hosts
Nice Work If You Can Get It
A salon celebrating the life and lyrics of Ira Gershwin
A One Night Only Event at the Alcazar Theatre
Thursday January 28th at 7:00 p.m.
YOU’RE INVITED: To a Tea Ritual and Tasting
at the Pacific Heritage Museum
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway
Tea originated in China thousands of years ago, then spread throughout the rest of Asia before reaching the West in the 16th Century.
Tea Tasting Dates
January 5 and 19
February 2 and 16
March 2
The current exhibition at the Museum examines the heritage of Chinese culture through the arts created to serve and enhance the experience of drinking tea. In addition to actual tea ware and utensils, the exhibition includes furniture and accessories to illustrate how tea continues to enchant China and beyond.
NEWAG members and interested citizens
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development, Port of San Francisco
Pier 1, San Francisco, California 94111
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. Below you will find the Notice & Tentative Agenda.
BCDC Meeting Notice
The Design Review Board of the SF Bay Conservation and Development Commission (BCDC) will hold their next meeting on January 11, 2010 at the BCDC Conference Room, 500 California Street (26th Floor) at 6:30 pm.
Sunday Streets 2010 Dates
and Locations Announced
Walk San Francisco
995 Market St. Suite 1550
San Francisco, California 94103
Mayor Gavin Newsom announced the 2010 Sunday Streets dates and locations this past weekend. The number of Sunday Streets events has increased from two as a pilot in 2008 to six events in 2009 to a total of nine Sunday Streets events in 2010. An additional hour is being added in 2010 with the events running from 10:00 am until 3:00 pm.
Proposed 2010 dates and locations include:
- March 14: Embarcadero, starting at Fisherman's Wharf and PIER 39, south to China Basin and Terry Francois Blvd.
NEWAG Members & Interested Citizens
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, January 6, 2010, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. You are all welcome to attend.
Support 42nd St. Moon
Greg MacKellan, Artistic Director
42nd Street Moon
Eureka Theatre Box Office: (415) 255-8207
In my last message, I discussed how challenging a year is has been for us as a non-profit theatre here in the Bay Area; that was the bad news. I also talked a little bit about next seasons theme LOVERS, LIARS, and CLOWNS, and that was some good news. Well today I'd like to give you the best news 42nd Street Moon has had in years!
SEE YOU ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON!
Members, residents, and businesses alike are all invited to the Barbary Coast Neighborhood Association’s first Holiday Party. “Anyone in the Barbary Coast who is interested in keeping our neighborhood the best is invited,” said BCNA Board President William Sauro. The party will be held on Sunday, December 6, 2009 from 4:30 to 6:30 pm at The Old Ship Saloon, 298 Pacific Ave at Battery Street. There will be a No-Host bar plus free hors d' oeuvres.
“It will be a great time to meet more of our neighbors and also let people know what the BCNA stands for and why we need everyone’s active membership,” added Sauro. Those interested in attending can RSVP by calling (415) 226-0400 or sending an email to
wm@sauro.com.
A SELL OUT AT THE EUREKA:
42nd St. Moon's "Jubilee!"
42ND ST. MOON PRODUCTIONS
601 Van Ness Avenue #E-3621
San Francisco, CA 94102
Rejoice with Cole Porter's Jubilee!
It's a SELL OUT!
We sold out four of our first five shows! Don't miss your opportunity to see Cole Porter's classic romp. Don't believe us?
Click here to see some audience reactions!
NEWAG Members and
NEWAG Interested Citizens
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director,
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. Below you will find the Notice & Tentative Agenda. You are all welcome to attend.
NEWAG Members & Interested Citizens
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director,
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct - 415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room. You are all welcome to attend.
Next week I will send out a Tentative Agenda. In the mean time, happy Thanksgiving to all.
KICK OFF THE SEASON!
Embarcadero Center Building Lighting Ceremony
When: Friday November 20
What time: - Winter Carnival 4 – 6 pm
- Building Lighting 6 – 7 pm
Where: at the Ice Skating Rink
Meet family and friend at the Embarcadero Center for an evening of fun, entertainment and shopping.
The Great Dickens Christmas Fair
Weekends November 27-December 20
Visit the Cow Palace exhibition halls as they are magically transformed into the bustling streets of old London town, including lively pubs, outrageous shows and charming shops. Open weekends November 27 through December 20, for discount tickets and information visit www.dickensfair.com.
Hornblower Yachts is celebrating Thanksgiving!
We are thankful for...
Another year of celebrating with friends & family on our Thanksgiving Day Dinner Cruise!
Join us for a bountiful buffet or seated dinner onboard a classic Hornblower yacht.
Cruises are departing from San Francisco, Berkeley and Sacramento.
The family deal: Buy three tickets, receive the fourth free.
Use Discount Code EML 24
BOOK NOW!
Hornblower Cruises & Events
Pier 3 on the Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94111
1.888.HORNBLOWER (1.888.467.6256)
Thanksgiving with The Plant Café Organic!
The Plant Pier 3 is offering two fun options for dining this Thanksgiving. The Plant will be open Thanksgiving Day from 12pm-7pm offering a below
prix fixe meal.
Reserve now on
www.OpenTable.com. Deck seats recommended!
Our cafe will be offering the same menu from 10am-5pm.
We have also put together an a la carte Thanksgiving Menu for those of you who would rather heat and feast!
Order now with your cashier for pick-up on the 25th or 26th.
Pies and cakes available for purchase as well to take as a host gift!
NES: Planning Commission &
Community Meeting Announcement
Kate McGee, Planner
Citywide Policy and Analysis
SF Planning Department
1650 Mission Street, Suite 400
San Francisco, CA 94103-2414
tel: 415.558.6367
fax: 415.558.6409
www.sfplanning.org
The Planning Department will introduce the Northeast Embarcadero Study to the San Francisco Planning Commission next
Thursday, November 12. Staff will discuss the planning process and remaining steps as well as present the Study’s draft recommendations that were presented at the community workshop on September 30th and discuss community comments received to date.
NEWAG Members & Interested Citizens
Jennifer Sobol, Project Manager
Port of San Francisco
Pier 1 The Embarcadero
T: 415-274-0548
F: 415-544-1748
Email:
Jennifer.Sobol@sfport.comREMINDER, the regular NEWAG meeting
scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2009
has been CANCELLED.
Here are items that may be of interest to you:
At its hearing on October 28, 2009, the Budget & Finance Committee of the Board of Supervisors unanimously recommended approval of the Lease and other transaction documents, and adoption of the environmental findings, for the Exploratorium Project at Piers 15/17.
Blood Drive Today!
Join Sens for Halloween!
WDAC Meeting Notice
Dan Hodapp, LEED–ap, AICP, ASLA
Senior Waterfront Planner
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
Phone: 415-274-0625
FAX: 415-544-1735
Meeting Notice of the Waterfront Design Advisory Committee
Date: Monday, November 9, 2009
Time: 6:30 pmLocation: Bay Conservation & Development Commission, 50 California St. 26th Floor
Note: This will be a joint meeting with the Bay Conservation and Development Commission’s Design Review Board.
Attention NEWAG & NEWAG Interested Citizens
At next Tuesday's Port Commission meeting an item may be of particular interest:
Informational Presentation by the Department of City Planning regarding the Northeast Embarcadero Study: Planning Director John Rahaim will make an informational presentation at the October 27, 2009 Port Commission meeting regarding the planning process, the draft recommendations, and the remaining steps to complete this project.
"U.S. - European Foreign Policy Challenges
The Institute of International Education
West Coast Center presents:
U.S. - European Foreign Policy Challenges
Thursday, October 29, 2009 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Hilton Financial District - 750 Kearny Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
JOIN US along with 20 European delegates who are active in political media for an open discussion on U.S. and European Foreign Policy concerns including transatlantic relations, the changing roles of international organizations, counter terrorism and security, transboundary environmental policy issues and global trade trends.
New exhibit opens at Pacific Heritage Museum
With professional tea ceremony masters on hand from the North American Asian Art & Culture Association, opening night at the
Pacific Heritage Museum’s latest exhibit was a treat to see—and to taste.
During the exhibit (October 15-March 6, 2010) tea tastings are available every first and third Tuesdays of the month at 2 pm by advanced reservations only. The tastings are limited to six people per seating. If you’re interested, please call 415.399.1124 to reserve your place.
Don't miss this Ferry Building event
Details in Calendar
Something wonderful is coming to the Barbary Coast!
They could have chosen Chicago. Or New York. Or Dallas. But they chose San Francisco for their US launch. Once The City got the nod, the next step was selecting a suitable site that provided excellent public transportation, was friendly to foot traffic and offered sufficient space for a 10,000 square-foot tent. Sue Bierman Park was the preferred venue to present the first production outside Great Britain of Threesixty Theatre’s
Peter Pan in the Park. We’d caught the golden ring!
New Exhibit Opens at Pacific Heritage Museum
From October 16 through March 6, 1020, our neighbor—the Pacific Heritage Museum—proudly announces the opening of their latest exhibit: The Art of Tea: China and Beyond.
It's Fleet Week!
San Francisco Fleet Week is October 8 through 13. The week is a celebration of the men and women of our armed forces. A spectacular weekend family event featuring the Navy Blue Angels, a Parade of Navy ships and other exciting demonstrations are planned. For a complete listing of the events scheduled for the week visit
www.military.com/fleetweek.
OCTOBER 8 –
Noon-5pm: Survey Flights
Blue Angels
Peninsula Rail Program
Public Policy Forum
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
235 Montgomery Street, 12th Flr.
Telephone: 415-392-4520 - FAX: 415-392-0485
Subject: Public Policy Forum, October 20
San Francisco Chamber of Commerce Public Policy Forum
PENINSULA RAIL PROGRAM
Please join us for an informative panel update and discussion with the lead engineers of the Peninsula Rail Program, comprised of Caltrain 2025 and the California High Speed Rail Authority. Come hear the newest updates on engineering and environmental review on the California High Speed Rail section, and how this new partnership provides a historic opportunity for economic development and jobs, environmental benefits, a chance to lead the state and nation in building a modern and safe transportation alternative for future generations.
Meeting Notice:
Waterfront Design Advisory Committee
DATE: Monday, October 5, 2009
TIME: 6:30 P.M.
LOCATION: Bay Conservation & Development Commission
50 California Street, 26th Floor
This will be a joint meeting with the Bay Conservation and Development Commission’s Design Review Board.
Announcing WalkSF's Fifth Annual Peak to Peak Walk
This is no ordinary walk in the park!
The fifth annual Peak to Peak Walk is a 12 mile challenge that will inspire even the most avid walker. You'll get a unique view of San Francisco's skyline, stairways, paths, parks, and monuments—all while raising money for Walk San Francisco's vital pedestrian safety and advocacy work.
BROWN BAG LUNCH
Illlustrated lecture on history of SF's southern waterfront
ILLUSTRATED LECTURE ON THE HISTORY
OF SAN FRANCISCO'S SOUTHERN WATERFRONT
Stephen Canright, Curator of Maritime History at the San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park, will present an illustrated lecture on the history of the Southern Waterfront. From Rincon Point in the north to Hunters Point in the south, this stretch of the City's shoreline offers a wealth of stories of commercial and industrial development.
Tuesday, October 20, 2009
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Port of San Francisco
Pier 1, Bayside Conference Room
NOTICE: NEWAG MEETING 11-2-09 CANCELLED
Jonathan Stern, Asst. Deputy Director
Waterfront Development
Port of San Francisco, Pier 1
415.274.0545 direct
415.544.1746 fax
jonathan.stern@sfport.com
The next meeting of the NORTHEAST WATERFRONT ADVISORY GROUP will be held on Wednesday, November 4, 2009, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Port of San Francisco offices, Pier 1 (The Embarcadero @ Washington Street), in the Bayside Conference Room.
Walking Tour & Community Workshop
Save 20%On all Labor Day Weekend Cruises!
Online Code: EML20
Hornblower Cruises & Events
Pier 3 on the Embarcadero
1.888.HORNBLOWER (1.888.467.6256)
Take advantage of the time off work and enjoy a cruise around San Francisco Bay. Brunch, Lunch and Dinner Cruises are available all weekend!
*
Offers not valid on holidays or special event cruises. Discounts not to be combined with other offers. Limited time offers. Restrictions apply. See you Thursday!
News from Embarcadero Center
IT'S NOT TOO EARLY...
The Holiday Ice Rink at Embarcadero Center opens November 11. It's not too early to book your private party at the ice rink. Call 415.837.1931 to book your private event today!
SPCA ADOPTION FAIR
August 4— The fair starts at 11 am and runs until 2 pm. Come to Four Embarcadero Center, Liz Plaza.
COME HEAR MAZACOTE
August 6— Come enjoy Mazacote, a hard-swinging, old-school salsa group. 12 noon to 1 pm.
MUSIC IN THE AIR
Summer is half over, but the music plays on. And much of it is free. Following are programs in our Barbary Coast neighborhood.
JULY: Watch Italian Football Champions Play at Stanford
Did you know that the Champions of Italy are coming to the Bay Area this summer?
WHAT: Club America vs. Inter Milan
WHEN: Sunday, July 19 at 4:00 pm
WHERE: Stanford Stadium
PRICING: $30, $35, $45, $50, $60, $85, $125
PURCHASE TICKETS: www.WorldFootballChallenge.com
(or call 1-866-331-2123)
Group pricing is available for groups of 20 or more (call 650-723-9850 for information on group sales). Tickets in a special Inter Milan Supporters section are still available.
San Francisco Slow Food’s
6th ANNUAL GOLDEN GLASS
A Wine and Food Tasting Event
Cathy Fiorello, resident
The Gateway
Slow Food San Francisco invites food and wine devotees to the 6th Annual Golden Glass, a lively gastronomic and educational event featuring the year’s most heralded international wines, complemented by tastings from the Bay Area’s top restaurants and artisan producers.
Sunday, June 21, 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Fort Mason Center (Festival Pavilion)
$60 Admission ($55 Slow Food SF members)
ONLY TWO DAYS LEFT!
San Francisco, June 12, 2009—Only two days remain for you to visit the Old Mint, see inside this building—including its never-before-seen extraordinary vaults—and view an exhibit of selected works from the Bill Graham archives. The event is hosted by the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society while the Bill Graham collection comes courtesy of Wolfgang’s Vault, the world’s largest collection of live concert recordings and music memorabilia.
WHEN: June 10-14
TIME: Noon-5 p.m.
WHERE: Old Mint Building, 88 Fifth St.
COST: $10 per person*
WEB: www.themintproject.org.
* All proceeds benefit the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society (SFMHS) education programs and facilities. For more information, please visit http://www.sfhistory.org or call 415.537.1105 Extension 100
42nd Street Moon's
Annual Fundraising Evening
Need some quick relief from economic anxiety? Hollywood had the answer in the 1930s! The musical films of the talking picture era (1929-1939) were tough, sophisticated, bizarre and persistently cheerful. The harsh realities of the Depression and were often mocked or dismissed, but also reflected upon in achingly beautiful ballads. The whimsical, eccentric and enchanted world of '30s movie musicals played a vital role in helping the United States cope with the harsh realities of a world gone suddenly haywire.
One Night Only - June 22, 2009
Reception and Silent Auction: 5:30 pm
Performance: 7 pm
Ticket Price: $100 ($75 tax-deductible) Half-price seating now offered!!
Limited availability. Half-price tickets in assigned sections only
Alcazar Theatre, 650 Geary Street, San Francisco, CA
$20 off Hornblower's
Wine & Art Dinner Cruise
On June 13, enjoy an evening with winemaker Bob Masyczek and local artist Terence Stephens.
• 3-hour cruise
• 5-course dinner
• Wine pairings
• Artwork for viewing or purchase
Welcome to Sunday Streets May 10
Bring San Francisco’s streets to life!
Sunday Streets creates a safe, fun, car-free place for people to get out and get active in San Francisco neighborhoods. Last year’s two events drew more than 15,000 people each weekend creating huge demand for more.
Do Something Unique with your Valentine
Hornblower Cruises & Events,
Pier 3 on the Embarcadero
1.888.HORNBLOWER (1.888.467.6256)
ART & MUSIC EVENTS IN AND AROUND THE CITY
Fall-Winter 2008
FALL EVENTS
- Until September 28— SOMA: Frida Kahlo exhibit
- Until September 28— DE YOUNG MUSEUM: Chihuly (Dale Chihuly's 30-foot neon sculpture)
- Until October 5— SOMA: Half-Life of a Dream: Contemporary Chinese Art from the Logan Collection
- October 24 -January 25, 2009—ASIAN ART MUSEUM: Afghanistan: Hidden Treasures from the National Museum of Kabul.
- Until November 2— CONSERVATORY OF FLOWERS The Butterfly Zone: Plants and Pollinators
- Until November 24— ASIAN ART MUSEUM Contemporary Korean Fiber Art: Reinterpreting the Korean Patchwork
- Until January 4— CONTEMPORARY JEWISH MUSEUM In the Beginning: Artists Respond
TANGO THE NIGHT AWAY AT THE FERRY BUILDING
Terence Clarke, Beatrice Bowles and El Morocho Films announce Ferry Building Milonga, an Argentine tango dance party to be held at The Ferry Building, Market Street at The Embarcadero on Friday, February 8, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
JUNE 16-17 FESTIVAL IN NORTH BEACH
53rd ANNUAL PRECIOUS CHEESE NORTH BEACH FESTIVAL
Country oldest outdoor arts and crafts festival holds forth on June 16-17 at Washington Square park. Streets blocked off for the festival are: 1500 block of Grant Avenue, 600 block of Vallejo, 500 block of Green Street, and 600 block of Union Street.
