potrero view

April 2010

Arts and Entertainment

April 3

Health:  2010 Asthma Walk

The Health and Environmental Resource Center (HERC) leads the 2010 Asthma Walk in Bayview-Hunters Point.  HERC encourages people to “walk so children can breathe.”  Beginning at Coleman Medical Center, participants walk to Candlestick Park and back.  10 a.m.  Free. 6301 Third Street. Information: 401.6810 x 303.

Kids:  Art Show and Easter Egg Decorating Contest

Stop by Farley’s for a reception featuring artwork by local children.  Drop off your best Easter egg to compete in a decorating contest.  All eggs accepted, and that’s no yolk.   4 to 6 p.m.  Eggs are due by 10 a.m. for judging; prizes for all. Farley’s, 1315 18th Street.

April 5

Community:  San Francisco General Hospital Town Hall Meeting

San Francisco General Hospital (SFGH) hosts a town hall meeting to discuss the hospital and trauma center rebuild project.   6 to 8 p.m. SFGH Cafeteria, 1001 Potrero Avenue.  Information: 206.5784; www.sfdph.prg/dph/rebuildsfgh.

Community: 17th and Pennsylvania Community Meeting

Join your fellow neighbors, the Department of Public Works and SF Parks Trust to discuss possible improvments to the 100 block of Pennsylvania; often used as a dumping ground and not recognized as a city street. 6 p.m. Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro Street. Information: http://17thandpennsylvania.blogspot.com.

April 10

Outdoors:  Starr King Openspace Spring Wildflower Walk Number Two

The annual blooming of the wildflowers in Starr King Openspace (SKOS) continues, with more than one hundred different kinds of plants growing in the area.  Join SKOS volunteers for the second wildflower walk of the year.  11 a.m.  Free. Meet on Carolina Street at Coral Road, across from Starr King Elementary School.   Information:starrkingboard@gmail.com; 6336-SKO; 633.6756. Note: One more wildflower walk is tentatively scheduled for May 8 at 11 a.m. Check future View issues or starrkingopenspace.org for updates.

April 14

Community:  Potrero Hill Neighborhood Peace Walk and Rally

Join students from four local schools in a community peace walk in support of hope and change. Beginning at Daniel Webster Elementary at 9 a.m., Starr King Elementary at 9:15 a.m., International Studies Academy at 8:30 a.m. and Live Oak School at 8:30 a.m. and culminating with a rally at the Potrero Hill Recreation Center, 801 Arkansas Street. Information: 206.0460.

April 15

Community: Open Space Planning Group

Rebuild Potrero’s Open Space Planning Group will meet to discuss the project’s open space elements. If you have an idea of what is needed - everything from tot lots to community gardens to active space - come share your thoughts.  6 p.m. Starr King Auditorium, 1215 Carolina Street. Enter on Wisconsin. Information: www.rebuildpotrero.com.

April 16

Music: The Melees

The Melees, a San Francisco folk rock band, will perform original and obscure Americana tunes in celebration of Charlie Chaplin’s birthday. 8 p.m.  Farley’s, 1315 18th Street.

April 17

Youth:  Day of Celebration for Students with Learning and Attention Difficulties

The Parents Education Network presents a day of games, family education and support services for students with learning and attention disorders, their parents and teachers.  Activities include a batting tunnel/pop fly machine, reading to animals, art projects, music, yoga, karate, a student message wall and art show. Renowned speakers and exhibitors will present the latest research and assistive technology, as well as a range of information, education, support networking and community-building opportunities.  9 a.m. to 4 p.m.  Free.  AT&T Park, 24 Willie Mays Plaza.  Information: 751.2237; www.EdRevSF.org.

Benefit: ArtSeed’s Art-A-Thon

Celebrate the opening of ArtSeed’s new art center at the Burnett Child Development center in Bayview-Hunters Point.  Ten hours of continuous art making will help raise funds to support ArtSeed’s education programs.  Participants can stay for as long or as little as they want, create their own projects or take advantage of the guidance and supplies on hand.  Live music, refreshments and guest artist appearances.  Participants should register and collect pledges for each hour they create art. 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Optional $15 registration fee. Thoreau Center, Presidio, Building Number 1013 on Lincoln Boulevard. Information and registration: www.artseed.irg; marissa@artseed.org.

April 20

Community:  Storytelling

Tell stories, recite poetry, sing songs and play music in front of a live audience.  Or be the live audience. Hosted by Susan Ford.  Free.  7 p.m.  Farley’s, 1315 18th Street.

April 22

Benefit:  Toast of the Town benefit for the San Francisco Food Bank

Hey all you 94107 and 94103 foodies, check out Wine Enthusiast magazine’s benefit extravaganza for the San Francisco Food Bank.  Featuring live jazz, 500 premium wines and spirits, and food from more than 30 top Bay Area restaurants, including Farrallon Restaurant, Scala’s Bistro and Mustards Grill. 5 to 10 p.m. Tickets: VIP Tasting $169; Grand Tasting $89. War Memorial Opera House, 301 Van Ness Avenue. Information: www.wineenthusiast.com; 800.847.5949.

Music: Daniel Beckman

Local musician Daniel Beckman plays the Kora, a West African harp. 8 p.m. Farley’s, 1315 18th Street.

April 24

Community: SF’s Land Use and Environmental Review Process

This meeting will review the steps involved in the City’s permitting and environmental review processes and discuss land use and zoning issues related to the Rebuild Potrero project. Presented by Joe Boss and Steve Vettel. 9:45 to 11:30 a.m. Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro. Information: www.rebuildpotrero.com

April 25

Environment:  Native Plant Society Garden Tour

The Yerba Buena Chapter of the California Native Plant Society hosts its annual Native Plant Garden Tour. The self-paced tour of San Francisco native plants enables participants to see lovely, local gardens and talk with their owners and caretakers about their efforts to save water and host local wildlife.  Potrero artist Margo Bor’s studio at 785 Carolina is included.  11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  Free. Information: www.cnps-yerbabuena.org/gardens/annual_garden_tour.html.

April 27

Benefit: San Francisco Center for the Book’s Spring Art Show and Silent Auction

Showcasing traditional and experimental book art forms, the San Francisco Center for the Book’s Silent Auction and Cocktail Party benefits its free public programs. Participants can bid on fine press, letterpress editions, artists’ books, posters and related objet d’art from more than 100 artists. Live music, hors d’oeurves and wine offered throughout the evening. Early bidder’s preview hour from 6 to 7 p.m.; open bid from 7 to 8:30 pm. Tickets: Preview Hour, $75; General admission, $20 in advance, $25 at the door. San Francisco Center for the Book, 300 De Haro Street. Information: www.sfcb.org

May 1

Fundraiser: Plant and Rummage Sale

Downtown High School is raising funds for its EATS (Ecology and Agriculture Together for Sustainability) class. Native plants, seeds and starts, clothing, toys, and books will be on sale. Baked goods and Mother’s Day gifts will also be available.  10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Downtown High School, 693 Vermont Street.

May 2

Family: Synchronized Swimming Exhibition

The San Francisco Merionettes, founded in 1956 and one of the country’s oldest synchronized swimming clubs, holds an exhibition of their 2010 season routines. The event includes a registration table for the summer swim program, aimed at improving swimming stroke skills and introducing beginning level synchronized swimming skills for ages 7 to 18.  5 p.m.  Free. Balboa Pool, 51 Havelock Street at the corner of San Jose. Information: www.sf-merionettes.org.

 

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