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​Join us for an engaging night of conversation with writer and economist Noah Smith, the brilliant mind behind the Substack Noahpinion. Noah will dive into the intersection of economics, technology, and politics, with a special focus on the challenges and opportunities facing San Francisco. Get his take on the city's evolving tech scene, local policy debates, and how global trends are reshaping our communities. Whether you're passionate about the future of Silicon Valley or curious about the economic forces shaping politics today, this event offers fresh perspectives and plenty of food for thought.

​Presented by the Westside Family Democratic Club and Enrich (joinenrich.com)

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​Join us at Barebottle Brewing Company for our welcome mixer celebrating the newly formed Feníx Democratic Club of San Francisco! This event is an opportunity to connect with fellow community members and learn more about the club's mission to represent our vibrant community in San Francisco's political landscape.

​Enjoy craft beers and lively conversation as we build a stronger, more inclusive Democratic presence in the city. San Pancho's Food Truck will also be on scene for those who would like to purchase food! All are welcome to attend and become part of this exciting new chapter in San Francisco's political scene.

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​Ever wonder why San Francisco is the way it is?

​Join us for an entertaining look at the history that shaped San Francisco, while explaining how City Hall and local politics work - presented by Supervisor Joel Engardio.

​Learn about San Francisco’s journey from the Gold Rush to tech backlash — and every twist in between. Teens and tweens welcome!

​Please note that there are images of mass suicide (Jim Jones cult) in the history portion of the presentation. 

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A Community Forum on the Future of Muni
San Francisco’s essential Muni transit system is facing a projected $322 million budget deficit by 2026, threatening service levels and the future of public transportation in the city. While ridership is recovering, Muni continues to face financial challenges as traditional revenue sources shift and costs rise. City leaders are exploring new funding strategies, including fare adjustments, toll increases, and regional measures—but will it be enough?

Join the San Francisco Eastern Neighborhoods Democratic Club for an in-depth discussion on Muni’s fiscal crisis, the challenges ahead, and what solutions are on the table.

Moderated by Mike Chen, Board Director, SFMTA

Panelists:
Supervisor Rafael Mandelman – President, SF Board of Supervisors; District 8 Supervisor; Muni Funding Working Group
Supervisor Myrna Melgar – District 7 Supervisor; Board Chair, SF County Transportation Authority (SFCTA)
Tim Omi - SF Council of District Merchants Associations
Dylan Fabris – Community & Policy Manager, SF Transit Riders; Muni Now, Muni Forever
Joel Ramos – Local Government Affairs Manager, SFMTA

The event kicks off with “Muni Funding 101”—a brief overview of how we got here, from shifting revenue sources to pandemic-era challenges and long-term structural issues. This will be followed by a moderated panel discussion and audience Q&A.

Date & Time: Thursday, April 10th–Doors open at 5:30,
Program from 6:00 to 7:30

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April 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

WHERE

San Francisco Main Library, Koret Auditorium
100 Larkin St
San Francisco, CA 94102
United States
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Homelessness is an issue that is near and dear to us--we all want to decrease the suffering in our city with effective solutions that reflect our compassion as well as our commitment to real progress. That's why we are thrilled to have two experts on this topic: Kunal Modi from the Lurie Administration and our own Rafael Mandelman, President of the Board of Supervisors. We look forward to a great discussion! NOTE: This is a qualifying member event.

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Home Sharers Democratic Club - Monthly General Members Meeting

Monthly meeting for members occurring every second Wednesday of the month via Zoom at 5:30 pm, with guest speakers and discussion on recent news and events concerning political developments, legal updates and upcoming elections.

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​Join the Westside Family Democratic Club for an evening of conversation and community engagement with your SFUSD Board of Education Commisioners Parag Gupta and Supryia Ray. This event features a moderated Q&A led by WFDC’s own Patrick Wolff. Bring your questions and connect with other civically engaged Westside families!

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A great city must have great public transit. But San Francisco, despite calling itself a “transit first” city, finds its public transit in a sort of budgetary doom loop: service cuts which mean decreased ridership which means less money which means more cuts… Solutions have been proposed at the city, regional, and state levels (new federal money is of course off the table for now). To hear all about it, ask your questions and add your 2¢, please join our guests:

• Edward Wright, BART Director District 9; former Transit Strategy & Communications advisor for the SFMTA 

• Dylan Fabris, SF Transit Riders Communications & Policy Director

Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting Tuesday April 1st @ 7pm. Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro St @ Southern Heights

​Join us for our quarterly member meeting! Pizza and your first drink will be provided by WFDC

​Agenda

• ​Learn about Westside Rezoning with Rachael Tanner

• ​Updates on SFUSD from BOE Member Parag Gupta

• ​WFDC Board Elections and Candidate Introductions

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On March 12th we will host our monthly Member Meeting as a social at Valley Tavern. We will share announcements around upcoming events, including finalizing and voting on the bylaws, as well as discussing potential future meeting topics, and local, state, and national politics. Open to members only but please bring friends who want to join our club! NOTE: This is a qualifying member event.

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Join the Alice B. Toklas LGBTQ Democratic Club as we host a panel of experts to discuss their fight to protect the LGBTQ+ community from the many assaults being waged by the Trump administration and discuss how each of us can stand up to autocracy. The panelists for the evening will include:

1) Imani Rupert-Gordon, President, National Center for Lesbian Rights

2) Megan Noor, Transgender Law Center

3) Dr. Tyler Termeer, CEO, SF AIDS Foundation

The program will be moderated by Alice's own Susan Belinda Christian. 

Location: The Academy SF, 2166 Market St., San Francisco, CA 

Date & Time: Monday, March 10, 2025

Panel begins at: 6:00 pm

Social hour begins at: 7:15 pm

Additionally: The Academy SF is an LGBTQ+ owned and operated business! We encourage members to: show up early to grab a seat and a drink (alcoholic or spirit-free) and stay after to discuss ways to we can work together to fight autocracy with the panelists and other Alice members. 

If you have any questions, please email: info@alicebtoklas.com

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​Join the Westside Family Democratic Club for coffee and donuts as we host Politics at the Playground with San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu.

​From 10am to 10:30, hear from David about how the City Attorney’s office is confronting the legal and policy challenges posed by the Trump administration, and how San Francisco is staying resilient.

​Stick around afterwards for more coffee and conversation with our club members. As always, children welcome!

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Panel discussion: The state of immigration today – impacts, risks, and actions we can take. Cruel, outrageous policies and directives – targeting immigrants, their families, and others – affect all of us. Sharing their perspectives on the situation:

• Kim Tavaglione, Executive Director, San Francisco Labor Council

• Sarah Souza, activist & DACA recipient

• Father Gregory Houck, pastor, St Teresa’s church

• Sister Lucia Lodolo, pastoral associate, St Teresa’s church

Educator & PHDC bpard member Sara O’Neill will moderate.

City Attorney David Chiu will open the program with a few words about what he’s been up to regarding this issue.

Also, officer elections will be held at this meeting.

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Join us March 1st at Harrington’s Bar & Grill 11am - 3pm for our Blood Drive & Brunch! All donors get FREE brunch, club philanthropic credit, & a chance to win a $5k gift card. Come and support donors even if you are not donating. Check the link for more details!

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“Don’t ever make decisions based on fear. Make decisions based on hope and possibility.” Michelle Obama

Please join ENDC as we Celebrate Black History Month with a Happy Hour and "Fireside Chat" with Ernest Jones (EJ), Director of Community Affairs, City & County of San Francisco, and Sophie Maxwell, former D10 Supervisor and SFPUC Commissioner, moderated by Meaghan Mitchell, ENDC Board Member and Partnership Manager at the SF Standard.

We are so fortunate to have Sophie and Ernest join us to hear why Black History Month is more than just a one-month celebration! Listen to this compelling conversation and bring with you a question or two.

When: Thursday, February 20th, from 6-8 PM

Where: 1945 Restaurant Bar and Lounge (5 Leland Avenue, SF).

Enjoy light appetizers, a no-host bar, and a surprise guest or two...

The location is easily accessible from the Sunnydale stop on the "T" line in the Visitacion Valley neighborhood.

All are welcome!

WHEN

February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8pm

WHERE

1945 Restaurant Bar and Lounge
5 Leland Ave
San Franciscoo, CA 94134
United States
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