Broke but Not Bored in SF - San Francisco AIDS Foundation

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Broke but Not Bored in SF
free fun stuff to do*
*peppered with harm reduction propaganda
Broke but not Bored in SF is a collage of free events including concerts, films, street festivals, cultural events, lectures,
workshops, harm reduction groups, substance use & mental health counseling, HIV+ support, community activism
opportunities, mindfulness, wellness & fitness resources, & opportunities to see & do art art art. The Speed
Project/Stonewall Project of the San Francisco AIDS Foundation compiles this calendar. Please send suggestions,
additions &/or corrections to Terry Morris. You can also get added to our distribution list by emailing Terry Morris
tmorris@sfaf.org . ☺
www.facebook.com/brokebutnotbored
Broke but not bored in SF
online www.tspsf.com
Check out the awesome website http://sf. funcheap.com for more free fun things to do in SF
Every Day there are amazing & interesting free walking tours in San Francisco. Check out www.sfcityguides.org/
Project Homeless Connect
Wednesday September 23rd
SFAF CLOSED
Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 7th
99 Grove Street
for LABOR DAY Holiday
Services are available from 10AM-3PM
Wristbands are distributed in Civic Center Plaza
starting at 7:30AM through the end of the event
Participants must have a wristband to enter
the Bill Graham Civic Auditorium and access services
Addiction Services / Banking Services/ Books/ Dental**
DMV ID**/ Employment Services/ Family Services
Food Stamps/GA/PAES/ Groceries/ Haircuts**
Homeward Bound/ Hearing Tests/ HIV/STI Testing
Legal/ LGBTQ Services/ Lunch/ Massage/ Medical
Mental Health Services/ Needle Exchange/ Pet Sitting
Phone Calls/ Prescription Glasses**/ Reading Glasses
Senior Services /Shelter & Housing Info/ SSI/SSDI and Medi-Cal
Veterans Services/ Voicemail / Wheelchair/Walker Repair
Youth Services Services are first come first serve so arriving early is best. ☺
Folsom Street Fair
Sunday, September 27, 2015
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11AM-6PM on Folsom street 8 /13 street
Located on historic Folsom Street,
leather and fetish players
from all over the world converge.
Suggested donation $10.00
SOME MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES IN SF
Recovery International: Peer-Led Self-Help Weekly CBT-Based Meetings that help people with anxiety, depression, mood and
eating disorders to reduce symptoms by changing thoughts and attitudes. For meeting times in the Bay Area call (415) 333-6454
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Hearing Voices Network Bay Area: Voices, visions, and other unusual or extreme experiences. 2 and 4 Wednesday 6pm-7:30pm
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July 8 , July 22 , August 12 and August 26 Conard House El Dorado Hotel 160 (th Street. Do you experience voices, visions,
special messages, unusual beliefs or extreme states of consciousness? What do these experiences mean to you? How do we live,
recover, and help others with similar experiences? Please join us as we support each other in exploring our gifts, challenges, and in
learning new ways to help ourselves and others. This is a free, drop in group. Contact info: bayareahearingvoices@gmail.com
www.bayareahearingvoices.org
Access Line (Community Behavioral Health Services - CBHS). (888) 246-3333 (toll-free), 255-3737, or (888) 484-7200 (TDD). M-F
8am-5pm or leave message 24 hrs. Information & referral for all outpatient mental health services (therapy, case management,
emotional support, and medication management) offered by CBHS (neighborhood clinics, groups, psychologists & psychiatrists). Call
for initial phone screening to determine financial & clinical eligibility. $0-full bill, SFMediCal, Medicare, Healthy SF accepted.
LATE NIGHT OR 24 HOUR SUPPORT
Night Ministry. 441-0123. Non-judgmental, compassionate, comprehensive crisis counseling, referrals &, when requested,
intervention (e.g. in domestic violence cases). Call 10pm-4am any night of the year to talk to a volunteer counselor, or ask for a
minister, priest or rabbi to call you back &, if you like, meet you in person anywhere in SF. Free. English; Cantonese, German,
Mandarin, & Spanish available on request.
AIDS / HIV Nightline. 434-2437 or (800) 628-9240. TDD: 227-0245. www.sfsuicide.org (live chat M-F 3-11pm). Nightly phone
counseling 5pm-5am. Free. English; other languages by request.
IF YOU NEED HELP call 911 or a 24 HOUR HOTLINE
24 Hour Crisis Line: (415) 781-0500
SF Suicide Prevention (415) 984-1900
HIV Nightline: (415) 434-AIDS / 1-800-273-AIDS
Linea de Apoyo: (415) 989-5212 /1-800-303-7432
Drug Information Line: (415) 362-3400
Relapse support Line: (415) 834-1144
San Francisco General Psychiatric Emergency Services 415-206-8125
DORE URGENT CARE CENTER (DUCC) Psychiatric Emergency Service 415-553-3100
DORE URGENT CARE CLINIC: Community Based Crisis Intervention & Assessment Center Open 24 Hours a Day 7 Days a
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Week 365 Days a Year 415 553 3100 52 Dore Street (Howard/Folsom & 9 /10
Dore Urgent Care Clinic is designed to offer clinical intervention for an individual who is experiencing an escalating psychiatric crisis
and who requires rapid engagement, assessment, and intervention in order to prevent further deterioration into an acute crisis or
grave disability. Dore Urgent Care Clinic helps with: people experiencing a mental health crisis. Dore is an alternative to involuntary
hospitalization for people willing to stay voluntarily and participate in interview and assessment. Dore serves people who are
possibly having suicidal thoughts or plans but are able to contract for safety. Dore serves people who are medically stable and nonviolent and able to contract no harm to self or others. Self refer (go in or call) or get a referral through your doctor, mobile crisis
team, emergency departments, other programs in SF, and the SFPD.
Need ID
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Hospitality House can help! www.hospitalityhouse.org
Tuesdays they can serve 10 people. It’s first come first served. Free ID and transportation to and from the DMV. (very nice!).
Tuesdays 8am at 169 Leavenworth @ Turk street.
If you know your California ID (or Driver’s License) Number and can get to the DMV on your own but would like a voucher for a free
ID, visit Hospitality House anytime they are open. (see their hours and locations on the next pages under PLACES TO GO.
Looking for a spot to Shower?
CHECK OUT LAVA MAE Shower in a converted retired MUNI bus.
http://www.lavamae.org/ About Lava Mae’s Founder Doniece Sandoval: Driven by a fierce belief that everyone has a right to
dignity and the knowledge that access to showers and sanitation are in serious short supply for the homeless, Doniece was
compelled to start Lava Mae. To deliver dignity and unlock opportunity for those experiencing homelessness — one mobile shower
at a time. Fundamental to this mission are three beliefs: 1. Everyone has the right to be clean. 2. Those experiencing
homelessness can’t access jobs and housing or maintain health and wellbeing if they can’t get clean. 3. With hygiene comes dignity;
with dignity, opportunity. (updated 9/1/2015)
Wednesdays 8:30am-2pm YWAM in the Tenderloin 344 Ellis St. between Taylor and Jones
Thursdays 8:30am-2pm API Wellness in the Tenderloin 730 Polk St. near Ellis St.
Fridays 9:30am-2pm YWAM in the Tenderloin 344 Ellis St. between Taylor and Jones
Saturdays 7am-1pm Mission Neighborhood Resource Center 16th St. and Capp St
MSC South Drop-In 525 Fifth Street (415) 597-7960 5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. every day Showers available 24 hours a day- 7 days a
week- 365 days a year Men and women welcome. Every day 9am-2pm 4pm-9pm
Martin de Porres 225 Potrero Ave @ 16th Street 415 552 0240
**Martin’s (Martin de Porres House of Hospitality) Men and Women Tuesday and Thursday 9am-11am * must arrive at 9am
A Woman’s Place Drop In Center 211 13th Street. (@ Folsom/Mission) 293 7360 Women and Transwomen ONLY 24hours
Mission Neighborhood Resource Center 165 Capp Street at 16th btw Mission/S.Van Ness 415 869 7977
Men women and Transgender people welcome. Wednesdays and Thursdays 7am-11:30am 2pm-7pm/ Mondays Tuesdays Fridays
7am-11:30am
United Council of Human Services/ Bayview Hunters Point Multi-Service Center 2111 Jennings Street @ Van Dyke
671 1100 Men Women and Transgender people are welcome. Every Day 7pm-11pm (please check their holiday hours)
Larkin Street Youth Services Drop In on Sutter Street 1142 Sutter Street @ Larkin/Polk 673 0911 x 252
Welcoming men women and transgender young people ages 13-25 Mondays Tuesdays Thursdays Fridays 8am-7pm Wednesdays
8am-6pm Saturdays and Sundays 8am-4pm (please check their holiday hours)
Looking for PLACES TO GO?
The Tenderloin Self Help Center is unique in that it is the only multi-service drop-in center for both men and women in the
Tenderloin. Drop-in Services The Self Help Center drop-in is a place where people can safely tend to their primary needs¨C escaping
the cold, resting free of traffic, noise, or harassment, or just using the restroom. Beyond that, it is a meeting ground where homeless
people can socialize comfortably,
• Hospitality House Tenderloin Self Help Center 290 Turk St @ Leavenworth- San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 749-2100
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• Hospitality House 6 Street Self Help Center 169 and 181 Sixth Street (415) 546 5193
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• Hospitality House Community Arts Program Center 496 Natoma Street @ 6 street (415) 553-4525 Hours: Monday,
Wednesday & Friday from 1 - 6 pm Tuesday & Thursday from 10 am - 3 pm Central City Hospitality House Community Arts
Program Hospitality House’s program invites homeless & low income artists in to use the studio, offers art instruction,
writing workshops, art computer workstation
Mission Neighborhood Resource Center offers Drop-in respite from the streets offering bathroom access, showers, laundry services
and lockers targeting Mission homeless communities and those at risk, in particular Spanish-speaking immigrants, LGBT, women,
active drug users and SRO tenants. Offers intensive bilingual case management and psychosocial support, including harm reduction
psychotherapy, dual diagnosis counseling and support 165 Capp St., San Francisco 415-869-7977 M-F: 7am-12pm, 2pm-7pm Sat:
7am-12pm (Thursday 6:00pm to 8:00pm is ladies only) (please check their holiday hours)
The Gubbio Project Saint Boniface Catholic Church 133 Golden Gate Ave 6AM-3PM M-F (please check their holiday hours) Providing
a Safe and Welcoming Space for our Neighbors without Homes http://thegubbioproject.org/about.html closed on December 25th
and closing at noon on New Years Day. For the city’s homeless, San Francisco’s St. Boniface Church is seen as a safe haven. Rest.
Relax. In a peaceful quiet church that welcomes you with respect and warmth to come as you are.
MSC South Drop-In 525 Fifth Street (415) 597-7960
5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m. every day Showers available 24 hours a day- 7 days a week- 365 days a year
WELCOMING GAY/BI and HETEROFLEXIBLE MEN and TRANSMEN who are gay/bi + their GUESTS
SFAF Wellness Wednesday For gay/bi men and guests they bring only: A Harm Reduction Lounge hosted by the Stonewall Project
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Wednesdays 2-4pm at 117 6 street Free massage, acupuncture, syringe exchange. Relax and be in good company in a homophobia
free space. Come High. Come Low. Come Sober. Come as you are. www.tspsf.com
WELCOMING WOMEN and TRANSWOMEN ONLY
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For women identified individuals only: A Woman’s Place Drop In Center 211 13 Street @ Mission
A Woman's Place Drop-In Center is a women-focused site providing a welcoming haven for single women-identified
individuals (24/7) and their families (from 8am-3:30pm ONLY) where they can access services that nurture healing and build
strength. AWPDI is NOT a shelter, and there are NO beds in the facility. However, women may stay in the drop-in chairs overnight if
there are no shelter beds available elsewhere in the system.
LADIES NIGHT at MISSION NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER Every Thurday night is "Ladies' Night" at MNRC. Come check out
this amazing women-only event hosted by the Mission Neighborhood Resource Center, Women’s Community Clinic, & Homeless
Youth Alliance. Come for a nutritious meal, work on art projects, listen to music, or just relax. Also available are syringe exchange,
DOPE Project drug overdose prevention/response & free narcan, hygiene supplies, massage, medical care, & HIV testing. Food,
music, good company, & good times for women in the Mission on Thursday nights from 6-8PM at MNRC 165 Capp btw 16/17th
Places with Public Restrooms ☺
SF Public Library (Main) 100 Larkin Street @ Polk 415-557-4400
Mon 10AM-6PM Tue 9AM-8PM Wed 9AM-8PM Thur 9AM-8PM Fri 12PM-6PM Sat 10AM-6PM Sun 1PM-5PM
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Westfield SF Shopping Center 65 Market St @ 5 street.Phone:495-5656 Mon-Sat 10AM-8:30PM Sun 11AM-7PM
San Francisco CAL TRAIN Station 700 4th St.(btw Townsend/King) Mon-Fri 5AM-Midnight Saturday 8AM-Midnight Sun 8Am-9PM
San Francisco Law Library 685 Market St # 420 882-9310 Hours: Mon-Thu 9 am - 9 pm Fri-Sat 9 am-5 pm Sun 12 pm -4 pm First
you need to sign-in & put on a sticker name tag to go up to the law library 4th floor..
Crocker Galleria 50 Post St San Francisco, CA 94104 (415) 393-1505 Mon- Friday 10AM-6PM Saturday 11AM-5PM Sunday-CLOSED
Yerba Buena Gardens 745 Mission St btw 4th and 3rd street 10AM-5PM
Metreon 101 4th Street @ Mission San Francisco 8AM-9PM
GLBTQ Center 1800 Market Street @ Octavia 865-5555 Closed Sunday.Mon-Thur 12noon- 10pm, Fri 12noon- 6pm, Sat 9am- 6pm.
NEW! San Francisco Pit Stop Locations The Pit Stop is a project operated by San Francisco Public Works that provides portable
toilets and sinks, used needle receptacles and dog waste stations in San Francisco's most impacted neighborhoods.
The Pit Stop facilities are staffed and trucked to and from the sites daily. San Francisco Public Works is operating the Pit Stops in
partnership with the nonprofit SF Clean City, which staffs the locations to keep the facilities safe and secure.
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6 STREET/SOMA PIT STOP on 6 Street between Market/Mission Tuesday-Friday from 2 pm to 9 pm
Tenderloin Pit Stop on Ellis between Taylor/Jones Tuesdays-Fridays from 2 pm to 9 pm
Tenderloin Pit Stop on Golden Gate between Taylor/Jones Tuesday-Friday from 2 pm to 9 pm
Tenderloin Pit Stop on Hyde between Turk/Eddy Tuesday-Friday from 2 pm to 9 pm
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Mission Pit Stop on 16 near BART station open daily Monday-Friday from 9 am to 8 pm
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Mission Pit Stop on 16 near Capp Street Tuesday-Friday from 11 am to 6 pm
Castro Pit Stop 2020 Market street (Duboce/Market/Safeway parking lot) Monday-Friday 9am-8pm
San Francisco Needle Exchange Schedule (last updated JANUARY )
Day Time
Program
Address
Neighborhood
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Mon- 9-5pm SF AIDS
1035 Market street, 4 floor in the client services area (PICK-UP ONLY, Civic Center
Fri
Foundation
NO
Mon 12-5pm SFDUU
149DISPOSAL)
Turk St. (@Taylor)
TL
Mon 4-6pm
HPP/SAS
3rd Street and Innes Ave. look for white van
Mon 5-7pm
Mon 78:50pm
Mon 7-9pm
Tues 1012pm
Tues 12-5pm
SFNE
Glide
Corner of Haight and Cole, outside
Haight
Lech Walesa (Ivy) St. Garage under the Tom Waddell Urgent Care Clinic Civic Center
(btw Polk/Van Ness and Hayes/Grove)
330 Ellis btw Jones and Taylor
TL
HPP/SAS
SFDUU
117-A 6th St. btw Mission and Howard
149 Turk St. (@Taylor)
SOMA
TL
Tues
2-5pm
TransThrive
730 Polk St. 4th Floor btw Ellis and Eddy (transgender only)
TL
Tues
3-6pm
St. James
1372 Mission St. at 10th St.
SOMA
Tues
5-7pm
HPP/SAS
Ladies Night 117-A 6th St. btw Mission and Howard (women only)
SOMA
Tues
6-8pm
HPP/SAS
Duboce St. near Church and Mkt., in bikeway behind Safeway
Castro
Tues
7-9pm
Glide
330 Ellis btw Jones and Taylor
TL
Wed 5-7pm
SFNE
Corner of Haight and Cole, outside
Haight
Wed 2-4pm
Speed Project
117-A 6th St. btw Mission and Howard (gay and bi men only)
SOMA
Wed 6-8pm
HPP/SAS
Mission
HPP/SAS
Bayview
Thu
12-2pm HPP/SAS
Thu
6-8pm
SFNE
Wiese street off 16th St. btw Mission and Julian
225 Potrero @ Martin’s btw 15th & 16th St (PICK-UP ONLY, NO
DISPOSAL)
Ladies Night 165 Capp btw 16th &17th St (women only)
Thu
7-9pm
HPP/SAS
Hemlock Alley off Polk, btw Post and Sutter
Polk/TL
Fri
Fri
12-5pm SFDUU
12-2pm HPP/SAS
149 Turk St. (@Taylor)
117-A 6th St. btw Mission and Howard
TL
SOMA
Fri
5-7pm
SFNE
Corner of Haight and Cole, outside
Haight
Fri
6-8pm
HPP/SAS
234 Eddy St. btw Jones & Taylor near Windsor Hotel
TL
Fri
7-9pm
HPP/SAS
Corner of 16th and Mission (mobile outreach)
Mission
Sat
2-5pm
TransThrive
730 Polk St. 4th Floor btw Ellis and Eddy (transgender only)
TL
Sat
3-11pm HPP/SAS
117-A 6th St. btw Mission and Howard
SOMA
Mission
Mission
Sun 12-5pm SFDUU
149 Turk St. (@Taylor)
TL
NEX sites may offer on-site medical care/wound care, HIV testing, access to methadone and other drug treatment,
Narcan trainings or other services.
Call ahead if there is something specific you need, just to make sure it is available.
HPP/SAS: 241-5100 TransThrive: 409-4101 SFNE: 630-0744 St. James: 312-6306 Glide: 674-5180
Glide: 674-5180 SFDUU: 990-3827
NEED CLEAN SYRINGES BUT THE EXCHANGE IS CLOSED?
No worries…
VISIT 1035 MARKET Street, 4TH FLOOR
MONDAY-FRIDAY 9am-5pm
Syringes + Kits are available at the San Francisco AIDS Foundation in the client services lobby
1035 Market St. 4th Floor 9am-5pm Monday-Friday
Syringes are also available at Magnet in the Castro 4122 18th street Hours: Tuesday 10am-6pm, Wednesday
10am-6pm, Thursday 10am-8pm, Friday 10am-8pm, & Saturday 10am-8pm
Just say hello to the folks at the client services lobby desk & let them know what size- longs, shorts, micros,
29’s or bee stingers & they will bring you syringes & all the supplies to you in a discreet plain brown bag.
Some things to know about picking up syringes at 1035 Market:
1) Our client services lobby offers computers, phones, and hospitality. We also offer confidential HIV and
Hepatitis C testing Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 3pm-5:30pm or by appointment (415) 487-8037.
If you will be using the phones, computers, testing services, or the restroom, please pick up your harm
reduction supplies at the tail end of your visit to 1035 Market.
2) We don’t take returns at this location- please visit an exchange for safe disposal.
3) 1035 Market has a no drug use on the premises policy. Why?
• We offer many services at SFAF including drug treatment and harm reduction counseling. We want
our bathrooms to be a place that is comfortable for everyone, including people who are trying to stop
or reduce their drug use.
• We do not have the resources to monitor and respond if someone overdoses or is having a medical or
psychiatric emergency related to drug use. Please do not use drugs in 1035 Market’s restrooms.
We thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
We want you to feel welcomed and respected when you come to 1035 Market. If you have feedback about
the service you receive, a concern, suggestion, or complaint- we would like to hear from you. Please contact
Katie Bouche our Syringe Access Services Manager kbouche@sfaf.org (415) 241-5105
NEW CALIFORNIA SYRINGE LAWS!!!
As of January 1, , licensed pharmacists have the discretion to sell hypodermic needles and syringes to adults age 18 and older
without a prescription to reduce the spread of HIV, hepatitis C and other blood-borne diseases. There is no longer any limit on the
number of needles and syringes that may be sold to a customer.
*Adults age 18 and older may possess needles and syringes for personal use if acquired from a pharmacy, physician or authorized
syringe exchange program. *There is no longer any limit on the number of needles and syringes that an adult may purchase and
possess. *These changes to California law were made by Assembly Bill 1743 (Ting, Chapter 331, Statutes of 2014). The relevant
sections of California Business and Professions Code and Health and Safety Code now read:
California Business and Professions Code Section 4145.5(b) /California Health and Safety Code Section 11364
• Police officers may not confiscate syringes, alcohol wipes, naloxone, biohazard waste containers, or other sterile injection
equipment, at or near access and disposal sites!
• Police officers may no confiscate your sterile syringes because you are now legally allowed to carry an unlimited amount! If
this happens to you please let a needle exchange staff person know!
Some HOUSING RESOURCES
Interested in learning more about applying for affordable
and low-income senior housing? Join
Openhouse for a Housing Workshop, an hour-long presentation that will provide you an overview of affordable housing
options and how to jumpstart your search. These workshops are open to all members of the community who selfidentify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender and age 55+. Space is limited. Please contact Abby Krumbein,
Openhouse Housing Coordinator, at 415-702-3537 or abby@openhouse-sf.org to sign up.
THE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES LIST: Compiled by Episcopal Community Services,
this list contains the majority of affordable housing in San Francisco that is currently accepting applications. Please visit
http://openhouse-sf.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/06/June-2015-Housing-Opportunities-FINAL.pdf to view June 2015
Every Day Connect
Our Resource Specialists are ready to refer you to social, medical, and supportive services in San Francisco. We can help you find
services including: vision, dental, general medical, mental health, addiction treatment and recovery services, harm reduction
programs, self-help programs, food, clothing, computer access and classes, transportation, employment services, Medi-Cal, and
other benefits. Resource Line 1-855-588-7968 Please call for an appointment. Resource line calls will be returned within 24 hours.
Location 25 Van Ness Ave, Suite 340 San Francisco, CA 94102
Every Day Connect specializes in the following resources.
• Prescription and Reading Glasses We provide this service at our Health and Vision events on the weekends and through
our Vision Program (waiting list).
• Dentures Our Denture Program is currently accepting applications for partial or full dentures. This program is made
possible through partnerships with the University of the Pacific Dental School (UoP), the Native American Health Clinic and
the University of California San Francisco (UCSF). *Please note that there is a waiting list for our denture program
• Housing Search Workshops We provide information on how to prepare for housing and how to apply for low-income
housing opportunities. We also offer support with completing housing applications.
• DMV IDs We provide reduced-fee vouchers to obtain a California Identification Card at a cost of $8.
• CA Lifeline Cell Phones We can help you apply for a free LifeLine cell phone. Income verification is required in order to
qualify for the program.
• HandUp HandUp helps donors give money to people in need. Homeless and other low-income neighbors have the
opportunity to create an online profile and work with our Resource Specialists to set fundraising goals. Common goals
include rental assistance, dentures, medical care, clothing, food, and other basic needs. Find out more about HandUp.
• Hygiene supplies We provide basic hygiene items and clean socks upon request. Limited to availability.
• Free Haircuts On the last Wednesday of every month we offer 10 free haircuts in partnership with Marinello’s Beauty
School.
• Clothing & Housing Items We provide clothing and basic household items (limited to availability). If we do not have what
you need we will refer you to a bigger clothing program.
Every Day Connect Hours Monday – Thursday 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM office & phone 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM phone only
Friday 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM office & phone 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM phone only
Saturday, Sunday & Holidays by Phone Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays we are available by phone only. Resource line at 1-855-5887968 Every Day Connect staff will respond to voicemail messages left during our open hours, or no later than the next day if we are
closed when you call. Email Additionally, you can email EDC staff edc@projecthomelessconnect.org
1001 Potrero Ave. Suite 2D35 Main Hospital Building, 2nd Floor (Across from the Cafeteria)
San Francisco General Hospital’s (SFGH) Community Wellness Program works to promote and encourage wellness
practices for patients, staff, and all San Franciscans. We support a holistic view of health in which physical, emotional,
mental, social, and spiritual health are considered interconnected and essential in achieving improved health and
wellness. Wellness classes are designed to accommodate patients and staff at all levels of physical abilities and/or
limitations. Most of our wellness class instructors are bilingual (English/Spanish), and one is bilingual
(English/Cantonese). (updated September 2015)
Monday 12pm Strength Training / 5pm Zumba / 6pm Financial Fitness Clinic
Tuesday 10:30am Yoga (Bilingual Spanish)/ 1pm Hip-Hop Dance/ 3:30pm Intro to Pilates
Wednesday 2:30pm Yoga (Bilingual Spanish)/ 3:30pm Chair, Stretch, and Boogie/5pm Salsa Dance (Bilingual Spanish)/
6pm Tai Chi Self Defense
Thursday 11am Drop in Massage/ 1:30pm Strength Training
Friday 10:30am Zumba Gold-Low Impact (Bilingual Spanish)/ 12pm Bollywood Dance
Saturday 10:30am Family Zumba/
Also check out their Financial Fitness Clinic! Topics include: BUILDING SAVINGS, GETTING OUT OF DEBT, ESTABLISHING
CREDIT, UNDERSTANDING TAXES, and our new topic: PROTECTING YOUR ASSETS. Sessions are presented by bilingual,
volunteer financial counseling professionals. In addition, we provide a healthy meal for all participants and help
individuals create a budget and receive referrals to money-saving resources in the community. We host a raffle for gift
cards to local pharmacy/grocery retailers. And it is all for FREE!
HIV testing & Sexual Health Services in SF (updated 11/10/14)
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SFAF walk in or by appointment 415-487-8037 HIV testing at SFAF 1035 Market Street, 4 Floor *Welcoming folks who inject, gay,
bi men & transgender men and transgender women Tues. Wednesdays,Thursdays 3PM-5:30PM
SFAF Walk in HIV and Hep C testing at SFAF’s Syringe Access Services *Welcoming folks who inject, gay, bi men & transgender men
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and transgender women Tuesdays 10am-11:30am, Fridays 12pm-1:30pm, Saturdays 4pm-7:30pm 117 6 street @ Mission
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SFAF First Come First Serve HIV & STD testing at Magnet Gay Men’s Health Center 4122 18 street (above Castro) *Welcoming
gay/bi men Mon 10-6pm, Tues 10-5pm, Wed 10-8pm, Thur 10-8pm, Fri 10-8pm, Sat 10 - 6pm www.magnetsf.org (415) 581-1600
SFAF Mobile HIV Testing Unit November 20-30, 2014 locations:
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RV in Castro @18 Thursdays at Magnet 7:00pm – 9:30pm 4127 18th St, San Francisco,
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RV in Castro @ 18 GLBT Museum Every Saturday in September 5pm7:30pm
HIV & STD Testing at City Clinic 356 7th Street (at Harrison) Mon, Wed. & Fri 8AM-waiting list served. Tues. 1-6, Thur. 1-4 Best to
go early. Oral, rapid, & blood draw available. STD services. www.sfcityclinic.org
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HIV testing at Glide By appointment or drop-in Mon-Thur 1.30pm- 4.00pm Fri 9.00am – 11.30am 330 Ellis 6 fl
HIV testing at St. James infirmary Tuesdays 3-6 Free HIV testing & counseling welcoming all men who have sex with men, trans
women & IDUs Wednesdays 6-9 HIV & STI testing, peer counseling, medical care, & acupuncture or massage for current & former
sex workers Thursdays 1:30 - 4pm HIV & STI testing by appointment for current & former sex workers. Call 415-554-9634 to make
an appointment
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HIV /Hep-C Testing by Native American Health Center Mondays-Fridays 10am-1pm/2pm-4pm 160 Capp Street by 16 street
Mission BART. Walk -ins welcome, all welcome. Questions? (415) 621-4371
HIV testing at API Wellness: We provide free rapid anonymous HIV testing for all populations at 730 Polk St., fourth floor. Our hours
are: Tuesday: 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Wednesday: 1:00-7:00 p.m. Thursday: 1:00-8:00 p.m. Friday: 1:00-6:00 p.m. Saturday: 2-5:00
Had a possible HIV exposure? Post Exposure Profalaxis at city clinic 415-487-5500 (see info below)
Post-Exposure Prevention(PEP) at CITY CLINIC 356 7th Street Harrison/Folsom
PEP is a 28-day course of treatment believed to be effective in preventing an infection with HIV. At City Clinic, we offer expert
evaluation within 72 hours of a possible exposure to HIV. It is important to come in as soon as possible after you think you have
been exposed. You can call (415) 487-5538 to discuss your situation with a counselor before coming to the clinic for services. City
Clinic walk-in hours for PEP services are: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm Tuesday 1:00pm - 5:00pm & Thursday
1:00pm - 3:00pm For more information concerning post-exposure prevention, click to UCSF's HIVINsite.org & search for PEP.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 4TH
Family History Research
Bring your USB drive with scanned family photographs or other documents, and learn how to crop, re-size, and re-color them. If you
have a family tree started online you can add these to your tree.
Prerequisites: Basic Computer Skills including how to use a mouse, simple internet navigation, and email.
Main, Computer Training Ctr. 5th Floor, September 4 1–2:30 p.m.
Healthy Living for Seniors
A Walgreens pharmacist will provide information on recommended immunizations and healthy nutrition for seniors.
Excelsior Library 4400 Mission St, September 4 2–3 p.m.
Scrabble in the Studio
Join us on the first Friday of the month to play Scrabble! Learn new strategies and skills, and have fun improving your game. All skill
levels are welcome. Game boards are provided.
Main Library, Learning Studio, September 4 3–5 p.m.
Friday September 4, September 18
Watercolor Community of San Francisco
Join local watercolor artists for an afternoon of painting, trading techniques and tips. No instructor provided. Please bring your own
materials and have some fun. Watercolor paints only. All levels of experience welcome. Due to space constraints this will be limited
to 16 people on a first come first served basis.
Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, 1–5 p.m.
People in Plazas: Free Queen of Boogie Woogie Concert | SF Friday, September 4, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE 425
Market Street | 425 Market St.
Long To Belong Art Show Exhibit | SF Friday, September 4, 2015 - 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE 1920C | 950 Grant Ave, Long to
Belong Art Show is a collaboration of emerging artists in the heart of San Francisco Chinatown, curated by Sanfranology to support
an inclusive, co-creative community. There will be illustrations, comics, photography and more as we share stories and causes of
people who (at the moment) call San Francisco home.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 5TH
Free Shakespeare in the Park: Romeo & Juliet | The Presidio Saturday, September 5, 2015 - 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Presidio Main Post Lawn | Graham St. & Keyes Ave
Sea Chantey Sing Along Aboard Historic Ship | SF
Saturday, September 5, 2015 - 8:00 pm to 12:00 am | Cost: FREE*
SF Maritime National Historical Park | 499 Jefferson St
Noe Valley Knitting Circle
Want to learn how to knit or crochet or just hang out with other knitters and crocheters? Join us the first Saturday of every month.
The library has supplies to practice on but bring your own yarn and needles or hooks if you have a special project in mind.
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Noe Valley, Saturday September 5 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Origami Club
Come join the Bay Area Rapid Folders and learn some great origami tricks.
All skill levels are welcome. Please bring your own paper.
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Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Saturday September 5 1–5 p.m.
Little Boxes: The Legacy of Henry Doelger
LITTLE BOXES: The Legacy of Henry Doelger is a fascinating architectural and historical journey through the Westlake District of Daly
City, California, one of America’s first and most iconic postwar suburbs. Located just south of San Francisco, Westlake has long been
the subject of adoration as well as ridicule. Perhaps Westlake’s greatest claim to fame is that it inspired Malvina Reynolds’ 1962 antisuburban folk song, “Little Boxes.”
The neighborhood’s quirky architecture has been featured in numerous books, newspapers, national magazines and commercials.
But this is the first documentary film exclusively about Henry Doelger and his signature community. Little Boxes not only documents
Doelger’s place in history, but it uncovers Westlake’s amazing development process and celebrates its classic midcentury style.
The screening will be followed by a short Q & A with the filmmaker. Rob Keil is a San Francisco-based art director, designer and
filmmaker who has lived in and around Westlake his entire life.
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Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Rms., Saturday September 5 2–3:30 p.m.
Your Credit Score
Consumers need to know the facts about credit scores so they can achieve their goals quickly and at the lowest possible cost. This
workshop reviews the various types of scoring models being used today, including FICO, Vantage, non-traditional, and bankruptcy
risk scores.
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Ocean View, Saturday September 5 2–3:30 p.m.
Sheet Mulching
Join us for a program series on drought tolerant gardening in September and October and help us plant a drought tolerant garden in
November. The classes are led by SMSF Master Gardeners and planting will be supervised by San Francisco Parks and Recreation
Department.
“Learn Step by Step Sheet-Mulching” Replacing your water-greedy lawn is easy, cheap, and fun! Learn how to convert it into a new,
low-maintenance landscape by sheet-mulching. You’ll enrich your soil naturally, avoid expensive and toxic herbicides, save lots of
water, and be all set to create your beautiful new water-friendly landscape.
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Richmond Library 351 9th Ave, Saturday September 5 2:30–4 p.m.
Saturday September 5, Sept. 12, Sept. 19, Sept. 26
*Chess Club
A weekly drop-in chess club for adults. Come play, we provide the supplies.
Visitacion Valley Library 201 Leland Ave, 2–4 p.m.
Saturdays Sept. 5, Sept. 19
Knitting Circle
Want to learn how to knit or crochet or hang out with other knitters and crocheters? The Knitting Circle at Sunset Library welcomes
knitters and crocheters of all ages and all levels. Please bring your own supplies. We meet the first and third Saturday of each month.
For more information, see a librarian or call 355-2808. Sunset Library 1305 18th Ave, 10:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 6TH
Free Ashtanga Vinyasa Morning Yoga Flow | SF Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 8:00 am to 9:00 am | Cost: FREE*
Shala Santosha Yoga | 640 Stanyan St
Asian Art Museum Free Admission Day | SF Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 10:00 am to 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
Asian Art Museum | 200 Larkin Street
2015 San Francisco Zine Fest | Golden Gate Park Sunday, September 6, 2015 - All Day | Cost: FREE
County Fair Building | 9th Avenue and Lincoln Way
Free Kundalini Yoga Day in the Park | Dolores Park Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 11:00 am | Cost: FREE
Dolores Park | 19th Street and Dolores Street
Lindy in the Park: Free Outdoor Swing Dance | Golden Gate Park Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
JFK Drive Lindy Hop Spot | JFK Dr. & Music Concourse Dr
‘The Great American Song Book’ Concert in the Park | Golden Gate Park Band Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 1:00 pm to 2:45 pm |
Cost: FREE Spreckels Temple of Music | Music Concourse Dr,
Asian American Orchestra | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade) | 773 Mission St
San Francisco Mime Troupe’s “Freedomland” | Dolores Park Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
Dolores Park | 19th Street and Dolores Street In 2015, the troupe premieres “Freedomland.” This isn’t Baghdad or Kandahar – its
home, and for ex-Black Panther Malcolm Haywood it’s just another wrong door police raid in the War on Drugs. Are the police out of
control? What happened to “innocent until proven guilty”? Is Malcolm’s neighbor Lluis (an undocumented immigrant,) actually a
SNORF-lord? And can Malcolm convince his grandson that it is safer to re-up and fight overseas than to try to survive here at home,
in Freedomland?
Tango With Orquesta Z | Union Square Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE Union Square Park | Geary
and Powell,
“Bad Asians” Candid Storytelling & Free Samosas Night | SF Sunday, September 6, 2015 - 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
Lost Weekend Video | 1034 Valencia Street
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 7TH
SFAF IS CLOSED MONDAY SEPTEMBER 7th
9 Different Free Guided Walking Tours: Labor Day 9:30 am –
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Japanese Tea Garden*Meet just inside the entrance to the garden.
• 10:00 am – 1906: Earthquake And FireMeet between the 525 building and 555 building on the south side of Market Street
at Market Street Plaza Park benches.
• 10:00 am – Chinatown Meet inside Portsmouth Square Park in front of Parking Garage Elevators adjacent corner of Walter
P. Lum Pl. & Washington St.
• 11:00 am – Fisherman’s Wharf: A Hidden History Meet by the Mermaid Fountain, main courtyard of Ghirardelli Square, off
Larkin St. between North Point & Beach Sts
• 11:00 am – Bawdy & Naughty Meet at Kearny & Maiden Lane
• 1:00 pm – American History in Golden Gate ParkMeet in Front of the Conservatory of Flowers at the top of the stairs.
• 1:00 pm – Japanese Tea GardenMeet just inside the entrance to the garden.
• 1:30 pm – Chinatown
• 7:00 pm – North Beach By NightMeet inside Portsmouth Square Park in front of Parking Garage Elevators adjacent corner of
Walter P. Lum Pl. & Washington St.
Labor Day Symphony Concert in the Park | Golden Gate Park Band Monday, September 7, 2015 - 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Spreckels Temple of Music | Music Concourse Dr
Final Show of 2015: San Francisco Mime Troupe’s “Freedomland” | Dolores Park
Monday, September 7, 2015 - 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE* Dolores Park | 19th Street and Dolores Street,
Songs of Praise: Hymn Sing Along & Ice Cream | SF Monday, September 7, 2015 - 4:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
Incarnation Episcopal Church | 1750 29th Avenue
Super Smash Bros Tourney: Booze, Comedy & Video Games | SF Monday, September 7, 2015 - 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Soda Popinski’s | 1548 California St, One part nerd, one part slurred, Super Trashed Bros brings together comedy, video games and
alcohol every first Monday at a super rad bar in San Francisco, Soda Popinski’s. Audience participation is essential as a live crowd
and online viewers—from the streaming platform Twitch—suggest new rules and new gags. Power-up, throw down and push
buttons (in more ways than one).
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 8TH
2015 - 2016 Opera Preview Lecture
Learn more about each opera's composer and librettist and historical and musical context at one of Guild's special preview lectures.
These 90-minute sessions feature noted musicologists, composers, librettists, and singers and are sponsored by the Bay Area's
Opera Guild Chapters. Each session is illustrated by audio and visual examples and includes a question-and-answer and discussion
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Sweeney Todd by Stephen Sondheim Speaker: Dr. Simon Williams Main Libary, Koret, Tuesday September 8 12–2 p.m.
Aging Disability Resource Center (ADRC)
Free, Free, Free The Aging & Disability Resource Center (ADRC) provides free services for older adults 60+ and adults with
disabilities: information and referrals, benefits assistance, housing resources, translation services, assistance with filling out forms
and much more. English/Spanish: Vilma Molina – (415) 202-2982 vmolina@ncphs.org
English/Chinese: Weyman Kwan – (415) 202-2983 wkwan@ncphs.org
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Main Library, Atrium, Tuesday September 8 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Visions of Justice: The Throwaways
SFPL’s The Bridge at Main and The Reentry Council of San Francisco invite you to join us for a film series exploring themes of reentry,
juvenile and criminal justice. Each screening will be followed by a panel discussion hosted by a local community organization. The
next film in the series, The Throwaways, is sponsored by the Reentry Council of San Francisco and The Bridge at Main. The
Throwaways is a personal exploration of the devastating impact of police brutality and mass incarceration on the black community
told through the eyes of formerly incarcerated activist filmmaker Ira McKinley. With rawness, urgency and power, this awardwinning documentary film speaks directly to the national movement rising up to fight back against a wave of police killings of black
people in America. Timely and provocative, The Throwaways is more than just an illumination of marginalized people at their
weakest moments; it is a call to action, a story of directly engaging in the fight for justice.
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Main Libary, Koret, Tuesday September 8 5:30–7:30 p.m.
*Radar Reading Series
The Radar Reading Series features the best in emerging and underground writers. This month we host Nomy Lamm, Carolina De
Robertis, Diego Gomez and Daphne Abattoir. Hosted by Juliana Delgado Lopera.
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Main Library, Latino/Hispanic Rms., Tuesday September 8 6 p.m.
Knitting Circle
All levels of knitters, please join us with your knit projects and spread the inspiration! Ages 13 and up welcome. Practice supplies
provided, but bring your own if you have a special project in mind.
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Merced Library 155 Winston Dr, Tuesday September 8 6–7:30 p.m.
Chair Yoga and Beyond
Rory Camp of Thrivability, a Yoga studio on West Portal Avenue, will lead us through some simple yoga which can be practiced
anywhere. Having practiced yoga for over 15 years, Rory appreciates the calm, serenity, and power that yoga delivers. He has
achieved 500 hours of professional teacher training in Vinyasa Flow through YogaWorks. Rory also loves to travel; he is fluent in
Japanese and Chinese having lived abroad for over 6 years. He combines thoughtful alignment with fun, encourages extra core work,
and often includes Pranayama and meditation in his Hatha and Vinyasa Flow yoga classes. While enjoying all forms of movement, he
also finds value in sitting still, quieting down, and breathing. This allows him to find new spaces and elements of yoga: breath,
energy, chakras, and meditation. Born and raised in SF, he may know you or someone in your family and looks forward to sharing his
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practice with you. West Portal 190 Lenox Way, Tuesday September 8 6:30–8 p.m.
Free Admission Day | San Francisco Botanical Garden Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - All Day | Cost: FREE*
San Francisco Botanical Garden | 1199 9th Avenue
People in Plazas: Free Brazilian Concert | SF Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Mechanics Monument Plaza | Market St. and Bush St
TODCO Poets | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade) | 773 Mission St.
Expanded Consciousness Reading Room | 2015 Architecture and the City Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost:
FREE* StoreFrontLab | 337 Shotwell Street, StoreFrontLab Curator Jacob Palmer introduces the thinking behind Season 3: The
Unknown, The Unknowable, The Future. The organizers will conduct a live podcast event discussing the ideas of Sigmund Freud,
Albert Einstein, Sun Ra, Ursula K. Le Guin, Ram Das, among many others.
Free, but an RSVP is requested. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/expanded-consciousness-reading-room-tickets-18342615256
Live Music: Gypsy Crooner Punk | SF Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
The Chapel | 777 Valencia Street Junk Parlor is an adventure down a path paved with eastern european, gypsy, vintage bellydance
melodies and our own brand of moody, haunting originals. Leonard Cohen-esk vocals and poetry, acoustic gypsy jazz guitar, ripping
violin, cajon, percussion, fretless electric bass, all come together to paint a fantastically edgy dream scape. We have been described
as “Gypsy Crooner Punk” by our fans and are often compared with Nick Cave, Tom Waits and Gogol Bordello.
Haightian Democracy Free Stand-Up | SF Tuesday, September 8, 2015 - 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Danny Coyle’s | 668 Haight Street
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 9TH
Career Online High School Information Session An information session for those interested in learning more about the library's
Career Online High School program. Main Libary, Learning Studio, Wednesday September 9 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
Glen Park Knitting Circle
Bring your knitting projects and join other knitters at the Glen Park Knitting Circle! Learn from other knitters and share your skills.
The Circle will meet on the second Wednesday of each month. All ages and levels are welcome. Presented by RuthKnits. Glen Park
Library 2825 Diamond Street, Wednesday September 9 4:30–6 p.m.
The 90 Second Newbery Film Festival wants you!
Come learn how to participate in the 90 Second Newbery, an annual film festival highlighting award winning literature. Kids, teens,
parents and teachers all welcome! For more information online visit the 90 Second Newbery Website at:
http://jameskennedy.com/90-second-newbery/ Ortega, Wednesday September 9 5:30–6:30 p.m.
*Taste It @ Your Library
Khanh Lu will give detailed instructions on how to make authentic Vietnamese fresh spring rolls with written recipes handed out at
the class. And of course, tasting is part of the program! Space is limited - sign up at Help Desk or by calling (415) 355-5615. Ocean
View, Wednesday September 9 6–7:30 p.m.
Bernal Jazz Quartet
The Bernal Jazz Quartet explores familiar standards and fresh new compositions, from bop to blues to ballads and more. An unusual
front-line pairing of vibraphone (Jim Zimmerman) and sax (Michael Gold) combines with a creative supportive rhythm section of
bass (Ken Lenga) and drums (Curt Moore).
Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Wednesday September 9 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Write Your Will Workshop
Learn what estate planning is all about in this educational and entertaining presentation by a lawyer with more than 35 years of
experience. Then under the lawyer’s supervision, write and execute your own will, which you take home with you after the
workshop. Bring a non-erasable ink pen. Presented by Stuart Bronstein, lawyer.
See a librarian or call (415) 355-5600 to register. Sign up begins August 29. All programs at the library are free.
Richmond Library 351 9th Ave, Wednesday September 9 6:30–8 p.m.
Identity Theft Solutions
The West Portal Branch Library presents a workshop on Identity Theft.
West Portal 190 Lenox Way, Wednesday September 9 6:30–8 p.m.
*Pete Seeger: How Can I Keep From Singing?
In this one-man performance, Tim Holt will portray Pete Seeger, who will tell his life story and sing songs from the various chapters
in his life. In this presentation, Pete talks about growing up in a musical family, his travels around the country with Woody Guthrie,
singing with the Almanacs and the Weavers, and his involvement in causes that include the labor movement, the civil rights
movement, and cleaning up the Hudson River near his home. And of course Pete will encourage audience members to join with him
on songs that include "If I Had Hammer," "We Shall Overcome," and "This Land." Tim Holt has been performing music programs in
Bay Area libraries for a number of years. His interest in Pete Seeger and folk music dates back to the Folk Revival of the 1960s, when
he learned to play the banjo one summer using Pete Seeger's "How To Play The Five-String Banjo" instruction manual.
Merced Library 155 Winston Dr, Wednesday September 9 7–8:30 p.m.
9 Wednesday
Let Us Amaze You! Useful Tools for Your Job Search
Hour One: In the first hour you will be introduced to resources that will help you become a more informed and empowered job
seeker. In this overview you will learn about:
Where to look for job openings
Classes & e-Learning
Local community job centers
Free & low cost career counseling
Information for teens, veterans, LGBTQQ & older worker job seekers
Resume tools
Job fairs & job clubs
Internships & job training
Green jobs
Tools for researching companies
Current salary & job market information
Building lists of potential employers & much more…
This knowledge will empower & prepare you to perform a purposeful job search. The tools offered in this class are free or low cost
and available to all. Some resources may require a SFPL library card & pin number.
Hour Two: In this hour you will learn about programs offered by local community job centers. A representative of the job center will
conduct a brief ‘skill-share’ session that you may add to your growing job search tool kit.
Main, Computer Training Ctr. 5th Floor, 2–4 p.m.
People in Plazas: Free Latin Jazz Concert | SF Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Civic Center Plaza | Larkin St and Fulton St
Salsa And Timba With Los Boleros | Union Square Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Union Square Park | Geary and Powell
“Founding 49ers” Author Discussion w/ Former 49er Delvin Williams | SF Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm |
Cost: FREE Green Apple Books and Music | 506 Clement Street
“Haters Gonna Hate” Free Comedy Show | SF Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
The Royale | 800 Post Street
Dream Queens Revue Drag Show | Tenderloin Wednesday, September 9, 2015 - 9:30 pm to 11:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Aunt Charlie’s Lounge | 133 Turk St
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 10TH
All Things Business- Business Research Tools
Look for work. Write a business plan. Improve your business. Find out who your competitors are. Invest wisely. Explore the Library's
business & job seeker databases in All Things Business!
All Things Business is a series of 3 classes that will be offered quarterly - one class per month - on the 2nd Thursday of the month.
This month’s class, Business Research Tools, will give you an overview of the wealth of resources available to you through SFPL to
enhance your business knowledge.
LIMIT 18 People per class. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Please contact lia.hillman@sfpl.org to register.
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Main, Computer Training Ctr. 5th Floor, Thursday September 10 10–11 a.m.
*Exploring World Cinema: Mostly Martha
Martha is a brilliant cook, but her personal life is a disaster. She can only talk about food, her new sous chef is driving her crazy, and
she has been forced to take custody of her strong-willed young niece. In German with English subtitles (2002; PG, 106 minutes)
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Golden Gate Valley, Thursday September 10 3–5 p.m.
*Part of Our Lives
Author Wayne Wiegand.
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Main, Koret, Thursday September 10 6–7:30 p.m.
Margaret Morgan: How I got From Here to There
An illuminated lecture with English calligrapher Margaret Morgan.
This talk is presented by the Book Arts & Special Collections Cente and Friends of Calligraphy.
For information please contact Book Arts & Special Collections at (415) 557-4560 or bookarts@sfpl.org.
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Main, Latino/Hispanic Rms., Thursday September 10 6–7:30 p.m.
Movie Night: La Bamba
Ortega Movie Night is the second Thursday of each month. This month: La Bamba, the story of the rise of early rock and roll singer
Ritchie Valens who died at age 17 in a plane crash with Buddy Holly and the Big Bopper. PG-13, 108 minutes, 1987. Directed by Luis
Valdez and starring Lou Diamond Phillips.
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Ortega, Thursday September 10 6–8 p.m.
*12th Annual Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema
IT’S A BERNAL HEIGHTS TRADITION! Friends of San Francisco Public Library is co-hosting opening night of the 12th Annual Bernal
Heights Outdoor Cinema™. The festival screens works by Bernal Heights and local filmmakers in neighborhood parks, open spaces
and smaller venues. All screenings and events are free and open to the public.
To confirm event times & learn more about all festival events, https://www.bhoutdoorcine.org .
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Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Thursday September 10 7–9 p.m.
10 Thursday *Thursdays at Noon film series - Gentlemen Prefer Blondes No Rating, 91 min. 1953
Marilyn Monroe and costume designer Travilla: American showgirls Lorelei Lee and Dorothy Shaw travel to Paris by transatlantic
steamer, pursued by a private detective hired by the disapproving father of Lorelei's fiancé to keep an eye on her. Travilla was
known as Marilyn Monroe’s favorite designer. He provided the costumes for eight of her films including the iconic white dress in The
Seven Year Itch. Main, Koret, 12–2 p.m.
People in Plazas: Free Latin Concert | SF Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Transamerica Redwood Park | Clay St. and Merchant St.
People in Plazas: Free Jazz Concert | SF Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
333 Market St. | 333 Market Street,
NFL “Kickoff to 50″: 49ers & Raiders Celebration, Cheerleaders & Autographs | Pier 35 Thursday, September 10, 2015 - All Day |
Cost: FREE* Pier 35 | Pier 35,
People in Plazas: Free Blues/Early Rock Concert | SF Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 12:30 pm to 1:30 pm | Cost: FREE
Mint Plaza | 14 Mint Plaza
Live Music Happy Hour Under the Dome | Westfield SF Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Westfield San Francisco Centre | 865 Market Street
Cup ‘o Comedy with Danny Dechi | SF Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Emma’s Coffee House | 5549 Geary Boulevard,
Change by Design: An Evening with Zaid Hassan | SF Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE
California College of the Arts SF (CCA SF) | 1111 8th St The inaugural master’s cohort in Interaction Design at California College of the
Arts is proud to welcome Zaid Hassan, who will give a presentation and question and answer session on the subject of social labs and
the role of prototyping and design in large-scale social change.
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 11TH
Audio-described Film: To Kill a Mockingbird
NR, 129 min., 1962 Harper Lee's Pulitzer Prize-winning autobiographical novel was translated to film in 1962 by Horton Foote and
the producer/director team of Robert Mulligan and Alan J. Pakula. Set in a small Alabama town in the 1930s, the story focuses on
scrupulously honest, highly respected lawyer Atticus Finch. Finch puts his career on the line when he agrees to represent Tom
Robinson (Brock Peters), a black man accused of rape. The trial and the events surrounding it are seen through the eyes of Finch's
six-year-old daughter Scout (Mary Badham). To Kill a Mockingbird won Academy Awards for Best Actor (Peck), Best Adapted
Screenplay, and Best Art Direction.
The SFPL Library for the Blind and Print Disabled invites you to join us for an audio-described film. Audio-described films include a
second soundtrack to describe the sets, costumes and any visual cues that the director uses to establish place, create mood and
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foreshadow events. Main, Koret, Friday September 11 2–5 p.m.
Friday Matinee: The Heart is a Lonely Hunter
When deaf-mute John Singer moves to a sleepy Southern town to be near his hospitalized friend, a brain-damaged man-child,
Singer's silent kindness draws to him others broken in body and spirit. Starring Alan Arkin; based on the novel by Carson McCullers.
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1968 Rated G; 124 min. Noe Valley, Friday September 11 2–4 p.m.
*The American Plate with Libby O'Connell
Popular food documentaries like Food, Inc. and King Corn have shown Americans how their food gets to the table, but how much do
Americans really know about the history of the foods they consume? Emmy Award-winning documentary producer and chief
historian for the History Channel and A+E Networks, Libby H. O’Connell, introduces readers to lost American food traditions and
takes them on a mouthwatering culinary journey through the evolution of food in THE AMERICAN PLATE: A Culinary History in 100
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Bites Main, Latino/Hispanic Rms., Friday September 11 4–5:30 p.m.
Bernal Heights Outdoor Cinema
It's time for the Bernal Heights Outdoor Film Festival Crawl. Bernal Library will be one of the host sites for this annual neighborhood
event, showcasing local filmmakers.
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Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Friday September 11 6–9 p.m.
People in Plazas: Free Classical Concert | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
425 Market Street | 425 Market St.
People in Plazas: Free Classical Concert | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
425 Market Street | 425 Market St
People in Plazas: Free Queen of Boogie Woogie Concert | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
555 Mission St. | 555 Mission St.
People in Plazas: Free New Orleans Blues Concert | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Cost: FREE
201 Spear Street | 201 Spear St
Friday Nights at the de Young: Virtuosity | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 5:00 pm | Cost: FREE*
de Young Museum | 50 Hagiwara Tea Garden Drive
Youth Talent on “Fleek!” Showcase | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 5:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Willie Mays Boys & Girls Club | 195 Kiska Rd Future Youth Leaders is a new youth focused education program aimed at connecting
San Francisco youth to education, community service and leadership opportunities. We’ll be hosting our first event titled, “Youth
Talent On “Fleek! Showcase Show,” on September 11th, 2015. This talent showcase will feature youth ages (10-17) who will be
performing their collective and individual acts for the community.
Free Veggie Dinner Night | SF Friday, September 11, 2015 - 6:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Cost: FREE St. John Episcopal Church | 110 Julian
Ave,
Live Chamber Music: Delphi Trio | Presidio Friday, September 11, 2015 - 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE*
Presidio Officers’ Club | Moraga Ave. and Graham St Cost: FREE* *Due to limited space, registration is required
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12TH
No-Nonsense Advice on Finding Your Career & Landing a Good Job in the Bay Area
If you’re sick of hearing “Follow your passion” and want more realistic talk about how to make a good living, this session is for you.
Prominent career counselor at KALW-FM host Marty Nemko will lay it all out for you. Plus, he'll take a few volunteers for one-on-one
Workovers, which provide practical, in context lessons for everyone can learn from. Guest Presenter: Marty Nemko was called “The
Bay Area’s Best Career Coach” by the San Francisco Bay Guardian and “Career counselor extraordinaire” by U.S. News. The author of
seven books including How to Do Life: What They Didn’t Teach You in School and 3,000(!) well-published articles, he is a regular
contributor to Time.com and to PsychologyToday.com. He is in his 26th year hosting Work with Marty Nemko on KALW 91.7 FM. All
that’s atop his full-time career counseling practice in Oakland. Marty's website is www.martynemko.com.
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Main, Koret, Saturday September 12 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
Dog Days: Dog & Cat Cohabitation A montly series of fun free informational sessions about caring for pets. This session will cover
the ins and outs of dogs and cats living together. (For people only; please leave pets at home.)
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Ortega, Saturday September 12 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Tie Dye Paper Crafts Use tie dye techniques on paper instead of fabric.
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Sunset Library 1305 18th Ave, Saturday September 12 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Building Community and Leadership Gordon Chin will discuss his new book, Building Community, Chinatown Style. The founding
executive director of the Chinatown Community Development Center will recount how grassroots community leadership led to a
national model for community development. A book sale and signing will follow the event.
Co-sponsored by the San Francisco History Center and the Asian American Studies Department, San Francisco State University.
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Main, Latino/Hispanic Rm., Saturday September 12 1 p.m.
Chariots of Fire Join us for a screening of the 1981 Academy Award winning film that tells the fact-based story of two athletes in the
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1924 Olympics. Presidio, Saturday September 12 2–5 p.m.
Basics of Personal Finance Personal finance covers a wide range of topics--from managing daily expenses to investing for
retirement. Practicing the basics of smart money management is all it takes for most people to reach their goals. This workshop is
designed to help set those goals and reach them through building a solid financial foundation.
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Chinatown, Saturday September 12 2:30–4 p.m.
Sand Art Come and play in the sand. Create unique sand art in bottles.
The library will provide all supplies; you bring the creativity. Limited to 25 per program.
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Richmond Library 351 9th Ave, Saturday September 12 2:30–4 p.m.
CREATE! at The Bridge Join us and participate in various projects and activities during CREATE! at The Bridge programs throughout
the summer. CREATE! at The Bridge is a new program designed to create a fun learning environment for families to explore
technology and art. Build, design, and create using art, technology and your imagination. Collaborate with others and discover the
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limitless possibilities! Main, Learning Studio, Saturday September 12 3–5 p.m.
*Hecho a Mano / Made by Hand
Get inspired and let your creativity flow! Come and participate in our monthly craft program. The program takes place every second
Saturday of the month at 3:30 p.m. on the second floor of the Mission Branch Library. Each month we will have a different craft
idea. Space limited, if you would like more information, please contact a librarian at (415) 355-2800. ¡Vengan a inspirarse y lancen su
creatividad! Vengan a participar en nuestro programa mensual de manualidades. El programa se lleva a cabo cada segundo sábado
del mes en el segundo piso de la Biblioteca de la Misión. Cada mes ofreceremos una manualidad diferente. Espacio limitado,
inscríbase hoy. Si desea más información, comuníquese con un bibliotecario al 415-355-2800.
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Mission, Saturday September 12 3:30–5 p.m.
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Saturday September 12 and 26 ESL Conversation Class Practice and improve your English language and conversation skills. It is
ideal for ESL students and newcomers. The classes will meet every other Saturdays from June to October. **No class will be held on
Saturday July 4th for Independence Day Holiday.
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Portola, Saturday Sept. 12 4:30–5:30 p.m.
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13TH
Sundays with Science
Hormone-like chemical compounds in our drinking water supply originate primarily from human excretions of natural and synthetic
compounds, and appear to disrupt functioning of human and animal endocrine systems. Dr. Barbara-Ann Lewis will discuss the role
that these “endocrine disruptors” can play in the adverse health effects that are showing up all over the world. The talk will also
include an interesting fact about soil to celebrate the current year as the International Year of Soils.
This illustrated lecture is intended to provide the general public with basic scientific information to help understand current
controversies regarding each topic. No previous knowledge of science or math is necessary.
Dr. Barbara-Ann G. Lewis is Associate Professor Emeritus, Civil and Environmental Engineering, at Northwestern University, a former
Environmental Scientist at Argonne National Laboratory, and a faculty member of the University of the Commons in San Francisco.
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Main, Latino/Hispanic Rms., Sunday September 13 1–3 p.m.
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 14TH
Family Caregiver Alliance
Spanish family language family caregiver support group led by Hilda Uribe-Escobar, MPH
huribe-escobar@caregiver.org
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Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Monday September 14 , 2–4 p.m.
Mondays September 14, 21, 28
OWL: Older Writers Laboratory
Poetry Group> A WiseUp program.
Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Mondays September 14, 21, 28 10 a.m.–12 p.m.
Alzheimer's Association
Caregiver's Workshop.
Main, Stong Room - Floor Mondays September 14, 21, 28 1, 12:30–3:30 p.m.
Anger Management
This class will take a look at what makes us angry, how to deal with it in a healthy manner and how to prevent unhealthy anger in
the future. The participants will learn to notice cues and proactively deal with events that may trigger anger. Anger Management will
also look at the myths and realities of anger in today’s society.
September 14 - The Aggression Cycle
September 21 - Assertiveness Training
September 28 - Conflict Resolution Model
This program is presented by The Arc San Francisco, a non-profit agency. The mission of The Arc San Francisco is to serve people
with developmental disabilities by promoting self-determination, dignity and quality of life.
Main, Learning Studio, Mondays September 14, 21, 28 1–2 p.m.
AAC Conversation Club
Alternative and Augmentative Communication (AAC) devices have changed over the last few decades and can include such devices
as Dynavox, QuickTalker, Tobii Sono Flex, Talk Bar, smart phones, and tablet applications. The Conversation Club is an opportunity
for AAC users of all levels to come together and practice the use of the devices by exploring topics and themes. Provided in
partnership with Support for Families of Children with Disabilities.
Noe Valley, Mondays September 14, 21, 28 4:30–5:30 p.m.
TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 15TH
Career Online High School Information Session
An information session for those interested in learning more about the library's Career Online High School program.
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Main, Learning Studio, Tuesday September 15 2–3 p.m.
Find a High School For Your Child: Parents For Public Schools
Researching, deciding, and applying for high schools can seem overwhelming. Parents for Public Schools of San Francisco hosts this
workshop to help parents/guardians understand their school options and navigate through the enrollment process. Attendees will:
Hear about the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) Student Assignment System. Get tips from experienced parents, learn
about key dates and associated actions required. Receive advice on transitioning to high school. Register Online by going to the
Parents for Public Schools website, www.ppssf.org or call (415) 861-7077. Drop-ins welcome.
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Park, Tuesday September 15 7–8:30 p.m.
The Streets of Antebellum and Civil War San Francisco
Local author and walking tour docent Monika Trobits presents an illustrated lecture on the lingering reminders of the Antebellum
and Civil War periods in the city. Trobits will discuss her book, Antebellum and Civil War San Francisco: A Western Theater for
Northern & Southern Politics.
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Main, Latino/Hispanic Rm., Tuesday September 15 6 p.m.
Sit Down Theater
Read aloud and discuss a selection of classic poetry and plays. Meets third Tuesday of every month.
Reading of works in advance is highly recommended. For the latest readings, contact Mike Misch (mischymike@yahoo.com) or John
Peters (johnp840@gmail.com).
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North Beach, Tuesday September 15 6–8:30 p.m.
Make Time for Art
Join us for an evening of art making in the company of other crafters and artists. Bring your art or craft project and any supplies you
may need.
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Excelsior Library 4400 Mission St, Tuesday September 15 6:30–8 p.m.
*ATA @ SFPL: Experience Reel Cinema
Artists' Television Access (ATA) teams up with SFPL to mine the treasures in the Library's 16mm film archive. Join us for our quarterly
screening series of fantastic movies.That's real film, not video!
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Noe Valley, Tuesday September 15 6:30–8 p.m.
Understanding Credit
This workshop covers what lenders look for when approving credit, factors that impact your ability to qualify for credit, how credit is
scored, and the impact money management has on your future credit standing. Learn how to take steps for obtaining credit and
using it wisely.
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West Portal 190 Lenox Way, Tuesday September 15 6:30–8 p.m.
*Queso Fresco Workshop
Celebrate VIVA! this year by making your very own wheel of Queso Fresco. Local cheesemaking instructor Louella Hill (SF Milk Maid)
will guide you from fresh milk to finished wheel--and all in 90 minutes. Learn which Milk to use, where to find the rennet, when to
add the chiles (if you want un queso picante) and how best to serve.
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Eureka Valley, Tuesday September 15 7–8:30 p.m.
15, 22, 29 Tuesdays
*Lunch Prose @ the Library
Inspired by Wilson and O’Hara, Lunch Prose @ the Library is a noontime free-writing adventure that is all about getting words on the
page … without judgment or inhibition. Noe Valley book editor, writer and founder of the Write Now! writing workshops Kathy
Dalle-Molle will dish up inspiring, imaginative prompts to get you started on your writing endeavor.
All genres and levels of writing experience are welcome and encouraged to attend this intimate 12-person writing group. So pull up
a chair, bring your favorite notebook and pen and join us. Advance sign-up is required. Either by the link below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lunch-prose-the-library-tickets-17143035280
or calling (415) 355-5707.
Noe Valley, 12–1:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 16TH
Latino Parent Club
Latino parents are invited to monthly meetings, in Spanish, hosted by Parents for Public Schools-San Francisco. It provides an
opportunity for families to learn about topics related to education, how to participate in your child's success in school, and to meet
other parents to share ideas and concerns in seeking solutions. For more information, contact Daisy Hernandez at 415-861-7077
Ext.4 or email or Daisy@ppssf.org
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Bayview, Wednesday September 16 2–4 p.m.
Your Credit Score
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Ingleside, Wednesday September 16 6–7:30 p.m.
A Short History of Narrative Film
Since 1969, Dominic Angerame has made more than 35 films that have been shown and won awards in film festivals around the
world. He has taught cinema studies and criticism at the San Francisco Art Institute and San Francisco State University, Downtown
Campus, and production cinema studies at UC Berkeley Extension, New College of California, and Academy of Art University.
Angerame was the Executive Director of Canyon Cinema for the past 32 years.
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North Beach, Wednesday September 16 6–7:30 p.m.
Craft Night: Sugar Skulls
Sparkly, decorated sugar skulls, calaveras de azucar, date back to the 17th century in Mexico and are used during Dia de los Muertos
in celebration of the departed. Come join the fun and decorate sugar skulls with us! For adults and kids over 10. Supplies are limited,
please contact the library to sign up.
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Ortega, Wednesday September 16 6:30–8 p.m.
West Portal Family Films
Coraline: An animated adaption of Gaiman’s novel. Coraline walks through a secret door and discovers a parallel reality eerily similar
to the life she already knows, yet deeply unsettling. Directed by Henry Selick, this animated film features the voice of Dakota
Fanning as the frightened girl who must summon resourcefulness and bravery to find her way back home and save her family.
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West Portal 190 Lenox Way, Wednesday September 16 6:30–8:30 p.m.
BHP: Bernal History Group
Join us to discuss and share information about the history of the neighborhood.
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Bernal Heights Library 500 Cortland, Wednesday September 16 7–8:30 p.m.
*Briones Heritage: Interpreting California
Local historian Jeanne Farr McDonnell recounts the unusual life of Juana Briones de Miranda, one of the first residents of
what is now San Francisco, but what was then known as Yerba Buena (Good Herb), reportedly after a medicinal tea she concocted.
She was among the few women in California of her time to own property in her own name, and she proved to be a skilled farmer,
rancher, and businesswoman. In retelling her life story, Ms. McDonnell also reveals the history of nineteenth-century California
from the unique perspective of this surprising woman. Signed copies of Ms. McDonnell's book, Juana Briones of Nineteenth-Century
California, will be available for sale.
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Merced Library 155 Winston Dr, Wednesday September 16 7–8:30 p.m.
Write Your Will Workshop
Stuart Bronstein, an estate planning and probate lawyer in San Francisco for more than 30 years, will help participants create fully
functional wills. Registration required; call (415) 355-5770 or email psimgr@sfpl.org.
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Parkside, Wednesday September 16 7–8:30 p.m.
EVERY MONDAY
MONDAY GROUP at the 117 6th street syringe exchange With Pauli Gray, Katie Bouche, and Michael Rouppet. Every Monday 4:155PM at 117 6th street. Harm Reduction…Support, counseling and solidarity on topics chosen by group with an emphasis on Hep C,
the “silent virus”. Full One Hour Needle Exchange Site. Great company, group support, Snacks and refreshments. Come High, come
low, come as you are. Here you will be heard. Bring a friend. See you then!
Stonewall Over the Influence Book Club: A Harm Reduction Guide to Managing Drug and Alcohol Use | Every Monday | 12pm 1:30pm | 1035 Market Room 2C | Explore new ideas share experiences & get geeked up on strong coffee. Check out this amazing
book by the Harm Reduction Therapy Center. Join anytime on any chapter. ALL WELCOME
Stonewall Counseling for gay/bi men | M-F afternoons at 4:00 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor | Free walk-in counseling for gay/bi &
trans men who have sex with men interested in substance use support and counseling.
Stonewall Walk in Skills Building Group | Every Monday | 6:00 pm -7:30 pm | 1035 Market Street Room 3E | This interactive
classroom will provide practical tools that can help in challenging situations & make more space for choice. Explore new options for
changing behaviors & build skills to meet & maintain your substance use goals. All goals around substance use are appropriate &
welcome here; from safer use to abstinence. Stonewall is a harm reduction treatment program for gay/bi men.
Bella Y Sana: The trans-Latina Group at SFAF Mondays 2:30- 4:00pm 1035 Market Street Rooms 3B & 3C This group focuses on HIV
and STI’s Prevention Screening and access to Care for the Trans-Latina community. This Group is in Spanish and we have a weekly
topic presentation.
Appointment-based Therapy & Case Management for current and former sex workers Mondays 10am-12pm at the St. James
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Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street.
Drop-in Therapy & Case Management for current and former sex workers
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Mondays 12pm-2pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Restorative Yoga for current and former sex workers
Maura's classes welcome all bodies and skill levels to engage in restorative yoga. Mats and blocks are provided. Join us! Mondays 2-3
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pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Meditation | Every Monday | 6:30am -7:30am | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 201 | Enter a welcoming environment for spiritual
development and/or silent contemplation without dogmatic or philosophical pressures. If it's your first time joining please arrive 15
minutes early for instructions.
Free Monday Workout: Cardio & Strength | Every Monday | 6:30 am | Fort Mason |
Free Bagel Mondays | Every Monday | 8:00 am | La Victoria Bakery 24th St. & Alabama St. There are a lot of kind-hearted folks in
this city by the bay but Danny Gabriner of Sour Flour is in the pantheon of kind folks. Every Monday he bakes and then gives away
hundreds of free bagels on 24th and Alabama Street.
Salud & Belleza | Every Monday | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | 1035 Market Street Room 3B & 3C | This Group is in Spanish and we have a
weekly topic presentation
Zumba in the Park | Every Monday | 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm | Willie Woo Woo Wong Clubhouse | 830 Sacramento St | Come party
yourself into shape with free Zumba classes. Zumba is a latin-inspired easy-to-follow calorie-burning dance-fitness party. You will get
a great workout while enjoying San Francisco’s wonderful weather Parks and Recreation Centers.
“Motown On Mondays” DJ Night | Every Monday | 6:00 pm – 2 am | FREE before 9 pm | Madrone Art Bar | 500 Divisadero St|
Every Monday at Madrone dance the night away with hosts DJ Gordo Cabeza and Timoteo Gigante and resident DJs spinning
originals exclusive remixes and close relatives of your favorite Motown songs during M.O.M. Motown on Mondays.
Berlin-Style Ping Pong | Every Monday | 6:00 pm -7:00 pm | Folsom Street Foundry | 1425 Folsom St | Berlin-Style Ping Pong
revolves around a really fun social ping pong game where a group of people play at the same time in a musical chairs-style knockout
competition. You can try to borrow a paddle but it’s best to bring your own paddle along.
Musical Mondays Sing-Along | Every Monday | 7:00 pm – 2 am | The Edge | 4149 18th st. | The Edge in San Francisco offers you a
great way to start the week with Musical Mondays where they play all of your favorite musicals to sing and drink along with a
different theme each week.
Free Comedy Happy Hour | Every Monday | 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm | The Royale | 800 Post Street San Francisco | The Royale brings
you Monday Night Happy Hour Comedy with host Cara Tramontano and a full lineup of comedians. Carry-in food is welcome.
The Monday Night Hype: Comedy & Open Mic | Every Monday | 7:00 pm – 10pm | The BrainWash Café | 1122 Folsom Street | The
Monday Night Hype is an open mic night for comedians musicians writer poets or anyone with something to showcase.
Zumba in the Park | Every Monday | 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Crocker Amazon Playground | Moscow & Italy |
“Classical Revolution” Chamber Music Jam | Every Monday | 8:00 pm | The Revolution Café | 3248 22nd Street | Each week they
feature different local and visiting musicians in a unique Chamber Jam format where musicians get a chance to perform in a casual
environment and audiences get to hear chamber music in a relaxed setting.
Melt the Mic Free Comedy Night | Every Monday | 8:00 pm | Melt Cafe | 700 Columbus San Francisco | Griffin Daley presents a
weekly stand-up comedy showcase every Monday at Melt Cafe in North Beach.
Rosamunde Sausage Trivia Night | Every Monday | 8:00 pm | Rosamunde Sausage Grill | 2832 Mission Street | Rosamunde Sausage
Grill in the Mission hosts a weekly trivia night on Mondays from 8-10 pm. FREE but bring cash for food although you can win free
sausages.
$1 PBR $2 Wells & Radical Vinyl DJ Party | Every Monday | 9:00 pm |El Rio | 3158 Mission St | A revolving cast of well-known
record collectors spin an eclectic mix of vinyl with oldies punk psych country and obscurities.
B.I.P. Brothers In Progress Living with the Virus : Support group for Heterosexual Identified Black men who have sex with women
Mondays 4pm-5:30pm snacks bus tokens vouchers provided. African American Art and Culture Complex 762 Fulton Street (btw.
Webster and Laguna) 3rd floor conference room. Contact Sherman Woods for more info (415) 353 2140
QUEER LIFESPACE: MADE OF US: FOR US: HARM REDUCTION GROUP FOR THE QUEER/LGBTQQI community An intake appointment
is required prior to joining group. Fees are sliding scale depending upon income. Mondays 6-7:30pm call 415 358 2000 x 377 to
schedule an intake. Harm Reduction Group: Harm reduction is a compassionate approach that respects each person’s unique and
individual path towards reducing harm caued by substance or alcohol use changing relationship to substance or alcohol use changing
relationship to self and others movement toward healthier living. Receive support in a safe and accepting space. The group will
explore issues and challenges related to substance and alcohol use past present and future. Mtorre.als@gmail.com
SHANTI Hepatitis C/HIV Co-infection Support Group Every Monday 4pm – 6pm Contact John at jolesen@shanti.org or (415) 6744713 to join. A weekly closed support group for gay/bi men living with HIV/HCV co-infection.
Central City Hospitality House Community Arts Program: Hospitality House’s program invites homeless and low income artists in to
use the studio offers art instruction writing workshops art computer workstation. Community Arts Studio Open Studio Hours every
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Mon. 1:15-6PM 496 Natoma Street @ 6 street
Beading Circle 1pm-4pm facilitated by Aurora Mamea Native American Health Center 160 Capp Street
San Francisco ZEN CENTER Meditation in Recovery Mondays 7:30-9:00PM 300 Page @Laguna Free- donations ok
Buddhist Mindfulness Meditation Mon. 5:30-6:30PM SF LGBT Center 1800 Market Street @ Octavia
ACUPUNCTURE Mondays 12-1PM Immune Enhancement Project Drop In by donation no one turned away
Faithful Fools Meditation- Street Zendo: Mon. Tues. Thur. 9:00 am – 10:00 am Fri. 9:00 am – 10:30 am Sun. 3-5:00 pm (Nichiren
Shu Lineage). 234 Hyde Street Lets Talk. Telephone: 415-474-0508
Senior Men’s Support Group at the GLBTQ Center Mondays 2-4pm 1800 Market 296.8995 or michelehd@openhouse-sf.org
LGBT Seniors Always Active Exercise Program by Open House www.openhouse-sf.org When: Every Monday and Thursday from
10:30-11:30am and Every Tuesday from 10:00-11:00am. What: Stay fit and have fun with friends! Application required. Visit
http://www.alwaysactive.org/ALWAYSACTIVE.ORG/DISCOVER.html for more information about Always Active or to download an
application. At the Castro Senior Center 110 Diamond Street 2 Blocks from Castro Muni Station
LGBT Seniors Afternoon Films Program by Open House www.openhouse-sf.org Mondays (new releases) and Fridays (film classics)
from 12:45-TBD At the Castro Senior Center 110 Diamond Street 2 Blocks from Castro Muni Station
Bay Area Young Positives drop-in group Mondays 7pm – 9pm 701 Oak Street support group for young HIV positive people. Call
Logan for more info logan@baypositives.org (415) 487-1616. http://www.baypositives.org
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Screen Time: What's to Know about Zinio Monday 6/22 at main library computer training center 5 floor Did you know you can
download and read full issues of your favorite popular magazines on your PC or mobile devices with no holds, no checkout periods,
and no limits? Come to learn how to use this fabulous resource @ your local library! Participants will get the chance to enter a
raffle for a $25 gift certificate.
EVERY TUESDAY
Stonewall & Black Health Program Crystal Clear: A Harm Reduction Group for African American Men Visioning Personalized
Recovery | Every Tuesday | 12pm | 1035 Market Street Room 3E | Settle in share a meal & join the circle. Facilitators bring a
grounded energy & calm center while facilitating lively discussions supporting members to share & to listen If you would like to
connect to & support other African American men as they grow their own unique & personal definitions & roadmaps to recovery…
Stonewall 6th street Harm Reduction Drop-in Group for gay/bi men | Every Tuesday | 2:00 – 3:00pm | 117 6th st. @
Mission/Howard | Check in about what's up with your world & how drugs are fitting in your life. Come high– come low– come
sober. NX Exchange always available ♥ Doors 1:30 for strong coffee & snacks ♥
Stonewall Velvet Rage Book Club Every Tuesday 6-7:30PM 1035 Market room 2C The Velvet Rage: Overcoming the Pain of
Growing Up Gay in a Straight Man's World deals with the complexity of gay identity and culture HIV substance use healing
relationship trauma shame anger validation sexuality internalized homophobia masculinity & more. Please join us for lively
discussions about the book how we weathered growing up gay in a disapproving society and how we cope survive and thrive.
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SFAF 6 Street Women’s Night! Harm Reduction Lounge Every Tuesday 5-7pm 117 6 street Hosts Janelle and Melissa cordially
invite all female identified people for women’s night- a relaxed and supportive place for women to enjoy some home cooked crock
pot magic make friends peruse gently used clothes pick up harm reduction supplies and checkout activities like Bingo movie nights
candle making and other craft adventures in ladies only space. Syringe exchange always available and DOPE project/Narcan trainings
and refills too! Come High come low come sober come as you are.
Stonewall Alcohol Harm Reduction Group | Every Tuesday | 6:00 - 7:30 pm | 4200 18th St. #203 | Want to change your drinking
habits? Find your way to safer drinking controlled drinking reduced drinking or quitting at the Castrol Alcohol Harm Reduction
Group. This is not A.A. Questions? (415) 487-3100.
Stonewall Counseling for gay/bi men | M-F afternoons at 4:00 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor | Free walk-in counseling for gay/bi &
trans men who have sex with men interested in substance use support and counseling.
Latino Wellness Institute at SFAF Tuesdays 2:30- 4:00pm 1035 Market Street Rooms 3B & 3C The Latino Wellness Institute provides
health education on HIV related topics to Latinos and Latinas living with HIV for less than 5 years as well as for their Care-Givers. The
Group is offered in Spanish we have a weekly topic presentation.
Glide Women's Center Support Group: Meditation and Stress Reduction | Every Tuesday | 9am -10:30am | Glide | 330 Ellis St
Room 101A | In our daily circles we encourage women to reduce the harm of risky behaviors by taking incremental steps toward
healthier life decisions and relationships. Each day the women encourage each other in finding their own strength and voice. After
each session the women are invited to eat breakfast together from 10:30 - 11am.
Syringe Exchange Overdose Prevention Trainings HIV & HCV Testing at the St. James Infirmary
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Tuesdays 3-6pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Job Seekers' Lab | Every Tuesday | 10:00am-1:00pm | Computer Training Room Main Library |100 Larkin St | Computers with
Internet connection are available for independent work creating or updating your resume preparing job applications and/or
searching online for jobs. Handouts books and some staff assistance are available during drop in hours.
Recovery Circle | Every Tuesday | 11am -12:30am | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 5th Floor | We offer comprehensive culturally
competent and trauma-informed support; our goal is to support an individual in their journey toward self-sufficiency and personal
growth. Comprehensive individualized needs assessment individual counseling peer facilitated “Recovery Circles”.
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Chair Massage at Magnet | Every Tuesday | 1:30 to 4:30 pm | 4122 18 Street | by Peter Pagliuca
Taller de Salud | Every Tuesday | 2:30pm – 4:00pm | 1035 Market Street Rooms 3B & 3C | Provides health education on HIV
related topics to Latinos/as living with HIV for less than 5 years as well as for their care-givers. The Group is offered in Spanish we
have a weekly topic presentation.
Men In Progress: Stage One | Every Tuesday | 5pm – 8pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St Freedom Hall | Run by men and designed for men
Men In Progress is a Violence Intervention Program dedicated to working with all men in straightforward and practical ways on
issues that affect their lives. The goal is to support men to gain understanding and strength in their relationships with themselves
partners family friends and community.
Zumba in the Park | Every Tuesday | 5:15pm to 6:15pm | Upper Noe Recreation Center | 295 Day Street
Free Nepalese Food “Curry Without Worry” | Every Tuesday | 5:30pm | Civic Center/UN Plaza at Hyde and Fulton | Rain or shine
Curry Without Worry will always be stationed in SF’s Civic Center every Tuesday serving free Nepalese food to drum beats and
singing.
Bridging the Gap| Every Tuesday | 6pm – 7:30pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 206 | Join the support group designed for LGTBQ folks
and Allies who are willing to sit with one another and work on the issues that keep us from having healthy relationships and keep us
from living up to our full potential.
Troubled Comedy Night w/ Rajeev Dhar | Every Tuesday | 6:30pm - 9pm | Amnesia | 853 Valencia St | Comedian Rajeev Dhar
mixes Bay Area comics with nationally recognized visiting performers on tour in the US.
Zumba in the Park | Every Tuesday | 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Palega Rec Center | 500 Felton St |
Tuesday Trivia Night & Food Trucks | Every Tuesday | 7pm | SoMa StrEat Food Park| 428 11th St | Join SoMa StrEat Food Park and
Brainstormer Pub Quiz for Trivia Night inside the barn. Trivia winners can win free food pitchers of beer and sangria t-shirts and
more.
Tues. Free Comedy Night with Danny Dechi | Every Tuesday | 7:30 pm to 10:00 pm | Neck Of The Woods | 406 Clement Street |
Every Tues. get some laughs in at a free comedy
Milkin’ It: Tuesday Night Free Comedy | Every Tuesday | 8:00 pm | Milk Bar | 1840 Haight Street San Francisco | The Milk Bar hosts
Milkin’ It a free night of comedy featuring local and national comics hosted by comedian Jules Posner. There’s never a cover nor a
drink minimum. Doors open at 7:30 pm with comedy starting at 8 pm sharp.
Bhangra Bass & Tribal Fusion Belly Dance Night | Every Tuesday | 9:00 pm to 1:00 am | F8 | 1192 Folsom St | Check out
Underground Nomads Tuesdays at F8 with Bay Area’s most eclectic DJs breaking barriers of genre and culture with live Bhangra and
belly dancing performances plus tribal and bass DJ sets. Free until 9:30 pm when you mention it at the door.
“Brass Magic” Free Hip-Swinging Big Band Concert | Every Tuesday | 10pm and 11:30pm | Madrone | 500 Divisadero | Brass Magic
is an eight-piece ensemble featuring a robust horn section. Influenced by the garbage of Manhattan the F train and strong beverages
the band focuses on original compositions and synthesizes styles from around the world into a new sound.
Let’s Kick Ass.org AID Survivor Syndrome Weekly Meditation Group Tuesdays at 5pm at the LGBT Community Center 1800 Market
Street. This group is for people who have never meditated before as well as those with some experience. Non-sectarian in style.
Short introduction/silent meditation 30 minutes/ discussion and questions. If you have any questions or concerns please call Daishin
Davi Sunseri 409 6472
Butterfly Circle : Native American Health Center SF Group Tuesdays 3pm-5pm Facilitated by Laura Cedillo 160 Capp Street
LGBT Seniors Opera Club by Open House When: Every 4th Tuesday @ 1:00 to 4:00pm Where: Openhouse Community Room 1800
Market St Room 306 What: Enjoy an opera viewing on DVD with other aficionados or community members who would like to just
drop-in and watch an opera for the first time – everyone is welcome! This is a community run program and attendees are
encouraged to participate in the selection of future operas possibly allowing time for a short discussion. Questions? please contact
Scott at 415-296-8995 x303. 4th Tuesday dates:
Transfeminine Group at API Wellness Center Alternating Tuesdays 6:00pm – 7:30pm 730 Polk Street 4th Floor An after hours
discussion and support group for transgender women primarily geared towards those women who can’t make it during daytime
drop-in hours. Food provided. Visit http://www.apiwellness.org/home.html for dates or call 415.292.3400
SHANTI YOGA FOR HIV+ HEALTH Tuesdays 4:15pm – 5:30pm Contact Clayton at crobbins@shanti.org or 674-4716 to join us. Yoga
for Immunity and Wellness A weekly restorative hatha yoga class that is ideal for anyone with an HIV cancer or other illness
diagnosis. You can expect easeful postures deep relaxation & breathing practices that are suitable for students at any level including
those new to yoga; and accessible teachings & simple techniques designed to reduce stress support immune system functioning &
enhance overall health & wellbeing.
Central City Hospitality House Community Arts Program Hospitality House’s program invites low income and homeless artists in to
use the studio offers art instruction writing workshops art computer workstation. Community Arts Studio Hours every Tues. 10AMth
3PM Silk Screen Workshop Every Tues. 11AM-1PM 496 Natoma Street @ 6 street
SHANTI L.I.F.E. Health Chat When: Tuesdays 11:30am – 12:30pm Shanti 730 Polk Street 3rd Floor
Harm Reduction Meditation Groups/Sittings with Rev. Jana Drakka Tuesdays - The Garden Group - 1:30-2:30pm at *Langton Garden
10 Langton Garden Howard Street between 7th and 8th .
Q-Sangha at MCCSF! Every Tues. 7-9pm - MCC 150 Eureka/18th www.janadrakka.com Every Tues. 7-9 p.m.
Meditation a Go-Go Introduction to Meditation Tues. 7:15PM SF LGBT Community Center 1800 Market Street
Insight Breath Meditation Every Tues. 7:30-9:00PM Free donations accepted Mission Dharma 1661 15th street @ Julian between
Valencia and Mission
Meditation- Street Zendo: Mon. Tues. Thur. 9:00-10:00 am Fri. 9:00 - 10:30 am Sun. 3-5pm (Nichiren Shu Lineage) Faithful Fools:
234 Hyde
HEP C Support Group San Francisco General Hospital Medical Center - Building 80 Meets: Every Tues. 5:00-6:30pm 995 Potrero
Ave. 6th Floor Val Robb RN for more information. Phone: 415.206.4370 (415.974.4370)
Basic Mouse and Typing Skills (Sat 10:15 - 11:00) (Tues 1:00-2:00) Computer Training Room Main Library(100 Larkin ) If you have
never used a computer keyboard or a mouse volunteers are available to help
Youth Meal Night at the GLBTQ Center: Have dinner & movie on us! Get tested! Every Tues. 5-7pm @ the Center (1800 Market)
Room Q11 Meet here with your trans/queer friends (ages 24 & under.) Board games community news/announcementsnts
community closet (free clothes) resources and support friends
FTM/transmasculine group @ TRANS: THRIVE Tuesdays 6-7:30PM 730 Polk St 4th Fl http://www.transthrive.org
TRANS:THRIVE Drop-In Tuesdays 2pm – 5pm Where730 Polk Street 4th Floor Come chat with friends meet new people treat
yourself to the respect you deserve. Our drop-in center has a computer lab clothing closet library & more.
Seeking Safety at Asian Pacific Islander Wellness Center Tuesdays 3pm – 5pm 730 Polk Street 4th Floor A psycho-education group
provides mental health information for API Wellness clients with a history of trauma and substance abuse. The program focuses on
psycho-education and coping skills such as safety as the overarching goal helping clients attain safety in their relationships thinking
behavior and emotions. Food Provided
EVERY WEDNESDAY
Stonewall’s Wellness Wednesday | Every Wednesday| 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm | 117 6th street @ Mission/Howard (door on the left) |
A harm reduction & wellness lounge for gay bi & heteroflexible men and transmen who have sex with men.. Acupuncture &
massage every week. Good music good snacks good company. Give & get support. SF’s only syringe access service site and wellness
drop in by and for gay/bi men.
Stonewall Counseling at Magnet Stonewall Counseling at Magnet in the Castro | Every Wednesday | 3:00 3:40 and 4:20 pm | 4122
18th street | Call Magnet at 415-581-1600 to schedule a 40-minute counseling session for up to four sessions.
Stonewall Counseling for gay/bi men | M-F afternoons at 4:00 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor | Free walk-in counseling for gay/bi &
trans men who have sex with men interested in substance use support and counseling.
Stonewall Welcome Home Every Wednesday at 6PM 1035 Market Street room 4A. Meeting every week for over 10 years this is
Stonewall’s original walk in group. Come explore possibilities for change in an open caring nonjudgmental space. Welcome Home is
also our core group for enrolled clients who have finished the Orientation Group series and are waiting to be matched with an
individual counselor. Activities vary from week to week depending on participant needs and may include readings group discussion
of diverse harm reduction topics and sharing and giving support.
Stonewall Enrolled Counseling Program Orientation Group
Wednesdays at 6PM. 1035 Market Street room 3E Group Facilitators Marvin Saavedra and Chris Belmondo.
Stonewall’s Enrolled Program for gay & bi men: How do I enroll?
• First visit us for a walk in counseling session 4PM M-F at 1035 Market 4th fl. Ask to do a new participant form.
• Next participate in three orientation groups (see Wednesday for details)
• Attend as many walk-in services as you would like & check out our program.
• You’ll be contacted by and scheduled to meet with Stonewall’s Intake Coordinator Sarah Thibault.
• Continue attending walk in services. As space is available Sarah will match you with a skilled counselor.
As an enrolled client you will meet with your counselor once a week for six to eighteen months and attend two groups each week
designed to support your substance use goals.
TRANS-LIFE is a support wellness and harm reduction/recovery group for transgender women and men who want to make life
changes. Wednesdays 3-4:30pm. 1035 Market Street room 2C at San Francisco AIDS Foundation. For more information contact
Timothy Foster at 487-3070 or tforster@sfaf.org or Billie Cooper at 415 424-1721
Latino Wellness Institute at SFAF Wednesdays 2:30-4pm 1035 Market Street Rooms 3B & 3C
The Latino Wellness Institute provides health education on HIV related topics to Latinos and Latinas living with HIV for less than 5
years as well as for their Care-Givers. The Group is offered in Spanish we have a weekly topic presentation.
Appointment-based Therapy & Case Management for current and former sex workers
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Wednesdays 10am-12pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Drop-in Therapy & Case Management for current and former sex workers
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Wednesdays 12pm-2pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Medical Care Peer Counseling HIV & STI Testing Massage/Acupuncture Clothing Groceries Dinner & a Movie for current and former
sex workers
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Wednesdays 6-9pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Free Outdoor Workout: Stairs Core & Endurance | Every Wednesday | 6:30am | Alta Plaza Park | The half hour workouts are
different each week but consist of boot camp style workouts like running hills core work plyos and endurance. All levels welcome.
The workout happens rain or shine.
Women's Center Support Group: Harm Reduction for Domestic Violence Codependency and Substance Abuse| Every Wednesday |
9am -10:30am | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 101A | In our daily circles we encourage women to reduce the harm of risky behaviors by
taking incremental steps toward healthier life decisions and relationships. Each day the women encourage each other in finding their
own strength and voice. After each session the women are invited to eat breakfast together from 10:30 - 11am.
Autodesk Design Gallery & Tour | Every Wednesday | 10am-5pm | Autodesk Gallery | One Market | The Autodesk Gallery at One
Market in San Francisco celebrates the design process that takes a great idea and turns it into a reality. Guided tour at 12:30pm.
Zumba in the Park | Every Wednesday | 10:30am to 11:30am | West Sunset Playground | 3223 Ortega St | Come party yourself into
shape with free Zumba classes; Latin-inspired easy-to-follow calorie-burning dance-fitness party. You will get a great workout while
enjoying San Francisco’s wonderful weather Parks & Recreation Centers.
Zumba in the Park | Every Wednesday | 12:30 – 1:30pm | Betty Ann Ong Chinese Recreation Center | 1199 Mason St.
Glide Women's Center: Healing Thru Negro Spirituals | Every Wednesday | 3pm -4:30pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 101A | Emma
Jean Foster is the vocal arts instructor at Glide Foundation’s Women's Center. Each Wednesday from 3:15 - 4:30PM all women are
welcome to join this spiritually healing class. It is FREE class.
Acupuncture at Magnet | Every Wednesday | 3:00 to 5:00 pm | 4122 18th street | by Michael Barrett
Black Brother Esteem Phoenix Rising Group | Every Wednesday | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | 1035 Market room 3D | This weekly drop in
group for gay bisexual & same gender loving African-American men welcomes HIV-positive & HIV-negative men to set their own
agenda & provide peer support for the challenges they face.
Color Me Badd: A Weekly ’90s R&B Jam Happy Hour | Every Wednesday | 5:30-9:30 pm | Monarch | 101 6th St | That local
deadbeat-of-love Broke Ass Stuart is throwing his own ’90s R&B jam happy hour. Plus there will be coloring books & crayons at the
bar so you can get your color me badd on. Bring your A game because there will be coloring contests.
SpeakOUT | Every Wednesday | 5pm - 6pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St. Freedom Hall | SpeakOut is a weekly open mic series followed by a
community dinner prepared by the Daily Free Meals Program. Come up to a single microphone & share your stories songs poetry
music & whatever moves you.
Zumba in the Park | Every Wednesday | 6:00 – 7:00pm | Mountain Lake Park | 1 11th Ave
Queeraoke: Rock Star Stage & Prizes | Every Wednesday | 6pm – 2am | Pandora Karaoke & Bar | 177 Eddy St | Queeraoke features
a stage that will make you feel like a rock star 50 plasma TVs wireless mics & an excellent sound system. There is never a cover &
you can win prizes for your lovely (or outrageous) renditions of your favorite songs.
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Zumba in the Park | Every Wednesday | 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm | Minnie & Lovie Ward Rec Center | 650 Capitol |
Circus Skills Jam Class | Most Wednesdays & Fridays | 7 to 9 pm | Circus Center | 755 Frederick St | This class is open to everyone
at no charge & no experience is necessary. Every week is different but you may learn how to ride a unicycle juggle play on a balance
board use devil sticks or walk a tightrope. Free but an RSVP is required
(https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=16768) ; class has a 25 person maximum. Please make sure to check-in
before 6:45 pm.
The Muffin Men Comedy Show & Sketch Videos | Every Wednesday | 7:00pm to 10:00pm | Sip Bar & Lounge | 787 Broadway St |
Free Wednesday Concert Night | Every Wednesday | Milk Bar | 1840 Haight Street | The Milk Bar hosts their favorite bands on
their weekly series Milk Was A Bad Choice. Each show is free with an RSVP at http://www.eventbrite.com/o/mac-walker-&-the-milkbar-present-4001349745
“Housepitality” DJ Party & Free Champagne | Every Wednesday | Housepitality SF gives you a reason to come out dancing every
Wednesday night with world-class artists & free champagne. Free but an RSVP (http://housepitalitysf.com/rsvp/) is required & you
must arrive before 11 pm. Enjoy free champagne from 9-10 pm
Men’s Drum Group; Native American Health Center SF Group Wednesdays 12pm-2pm Facilitated by Mike Bellenger 160 Capp Street
Creation Story Circle: Native American Health Center SF Group Wednesdays 3pm-5pm Facilitated by Laura Cedillo 160 Capp Street
Healthy Living Circle: Native American Health Center SF Group Wednesdays 2:30-4pm in Medical Department with Lauren
Mcdonald 160 Capp Street
Positive Living Circle: Discussion & Support Group for Positive Men Wednesdays 5-7pm 333 Valencia Street 2nd Floor Native
American Health Center Come join our positive living circle & share your experiences in support of other men living with HIV.
Refreshments Provided. Facilitated by Andrew Millspaugh 415 621 4371 x 510
LGBT Senior Poetry Salon hosted by Open House www.openhouse-sf.org When: Wednesdays @ 10:00AM What: We welcome you
to join a poetry group led by Matthew Rodgers Castro Senior Center staff & MFA in Creative Writing from the New School in New
York City. Rodgers is a published poet who writes about LGBT issues. Each week he introduces poetry from around the world;
bringing 4 or 5 samples of poetry from a specific era or culture to read & discuss. Time is also provided for people to read their own
poems. All are welcome. For more information call 415-296-8995 X304 or email fairley@openhouse-sf.org. At the Castro Senior
Center 110 Diamond Street 2 Blocks from Castro Muni Station
LGBT Senior Rainbow Lunch by Open House www.openhouse.org Please RSVP with Scott Haitsuka at 415-296-8995 x303 When:
2nd & 4th Wednesday’s from 12:00 to 1:30 pm at the Center 1800 Market street Please RSVP with Scott Haitsuka at 415-296-8995
x303
LGBT Seniors 2nd Wednesday Matinee Openhouse & 30th St. Senior Center present a new monthly film series.“2nd Wednesday
Matinee” LGBT-themed films every 2nd Wednesday at 30th St. Senior CenterWhen: 2nd Wednesday of the month. The Farmers
Market runs from 10AM to 1 PM Lunch is served at both 12 & 1PM. Come early to sign up. Film will be screened at 2 PM with a
bilingual discussion to follow.Where: 30th St. Senior Center 225 30th St.—near Dolores— Muni line 24 & J Church 3rd Floor Price:
Free. Upcoming 2nd Wednesdays in : Nov.12th Dec.10th
Candy Shop Drop-In at API Wellness Center Wednesdays 4pm – 7pm 730 Polk Street 4th FloorThe Candy Shop Youth Drop-In is a
sexy safe & fun space for transgender & gender variant youth between the ages of 14 & 24. Food Provided.
ATE Support Group at API Wellness Center Alternating Wednesdays 5pm – 7pm 730 Polk Street 4th Floor Asian & Pacific Islander
Transgender Empowerment Group is a support group that caters to the Asian & Pacific Islander transgender community. Visit
http://www.apiwellness.org/home.html for dates or call 415.292.3400
Real Talk at Black Coalition on AIDS This weekly drop-in support group is for people looking to identify viable solutions to life
challenges including HIV substance use sex relationships isolation health grief loss & other concerns. Real Talk welcomes people
from diverse racial ethnic sexual orientations & experiences. Meetings are held on Wednesdays 10 a.m.—12 p.m. Breakfast is
provided. For session dates or more information contact Francis Broome at (415) 615-9945 ext. 114.
Central City Hospitality House Community Arts Program Hospitality House’s program invites low income & homeless artists in to use
the studio offers art instruction writing workshops art computer workstation. Community Arts Studio Hours every Wednesday 1PMth
6PM Community Meeting 3:30-4pmPM 496 Natoma Street @ 6 street
SHANTI HIV Services- L.I.F.E. Experience Every Wednesday 6:30pm – 8:30pm|Eureka Valley Rec Center 100 Collingwood Street
94114 Description: An HIV+-centric group for topic-driven discussion & activities. Drop-in or contact John at jolesen@shanti.org or
(415) 674-4713 for more information.
SHANTI HIV Services- Vent Support Group for African-American Women Every Wednesday 10am – 12pm 730 Polk Street 94109 A
safe space where African-American individuals living with HIV can vent & receive support.
Clair's Drop-in Supporting Community in Transition Every Wednesday 1pm – 4pm| FREE SF LGBT Center. 1800 Market St. RSVP to
Clair Farley @ clairf@sfcenter.org or 415-865-5632.
Fruity Wednesdays Queer Youth space at Larkin Street Drop-In Every Wednesday 6pm – 8 1142 Sutter Street Larkin Street Youth
Services offers a safe space to Queer Youth every Wednesday. Each week youth are served a meal offered showers peer counseling
& a structured program meant to keep the focus on community building.
LGBT Meditation & Mindfulness Group at the LGBT Center Wednesday 7pm – 8pm 1800 Market Street
Grow & eat greens at The Free Farm! Every Wednesday 10 am – 2 pm Eddy & www.thefreefarm.org/
CUAV Wellness Wednesday Community United Against Violence (CUAV) Every Wednesday 4pm – 8pm 427 South Van Ness Ave btw
15th & 16th street Survivors of violence can get support & come together with other LGBTQ survivors to heal grow & discuss how
we can build safer communities. We have games & art activities & we share a home-cooked vegetarian meal. To get support you can
also call our Safety Line at (415) 333-HELP (4357). Every Wednesday 4-8 pm at CUAV 427 South Van Ness btw 15th & 16th St
http://www.cuav.org
EVERY THURSDAY
Stonewall Private Needle Exchange Vein Care & Harm Reduction Counseling | Every Thursday | 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm | 1035 Market
4th floor Room 11 | Have a cup of tea & chat with Terry about vein care how drugs are fitting into your world or anything that is on
your mind. Over-amp/Overdose prevention & Naloxone distribution too | harm reduction supplies + syringes + helpful referrals too.
All Welcome. tmorris@sfaf.org or 415 487-8043 Visit www.tspsfcom resources page for the safer injection slideshow & lots of other
info!
Stonewall Counseling for gay/bi men | M-F afternoons at 4:00 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor | Free walk-in counseling for gay/bi &
trans men who have sex with men interested in substance use support & counseling.
Stonewall Healing Arts Series | Every Thursday | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor Room 3D | Stonewall PROP & Speed
Project clients are invited to this safe supportive non-judgmental space. On the 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month: Acupuncture. A
drop-in chair acupuncture treatment lounge (Limited to 10 -15 people). On the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month Book Club:
BUDDAH’S BRAIN: The Practical Neuroscience of Happiness Love and Wisdom. Join Jeremy Prillwitz & Rick Andrews hosting a book
study group exploring ways that stimulating & strengthening your brain can bring about more fulfilling relationships a deeper
spiritual life & a greater sense of inner confidence & worth. We’ll learn through reading discussing interpretations & using simple
mindfulness practices to activate the brain states of calm joy & compassion instead of worry sorrow & anger. This clear down-to-
earth book is filled with practical tools & skills that you can use in daily life to tap the unused potential of your brain & rewire it over
time for greater well-being & peace of mind. (Can be attended at any time at any chapter)
Stonewall Paso a Paso Grupo de Apoyo | Every Thursday | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor Room 4A | Welcome to
Paso a Paso a safe welcoming bilingual group for Latino gay bi & men who have sex with men. We explore issues related to our
substance use sexuality / culture in a basic harm reduction process.
Glide Women's Center Support Group: Healthy Relationships | Every Thursday | 9am -10:30am | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 101A |
In our daily circles we encourage women to reduce the harm of risky behaviors by taking incremental steps toward healthier life
decisions & relationships. Each day the women encourage each other in finding their own strength & voice. After each session the
women are invited to eat breakfast together from 10:30 - 11am.
Glide Recovery Circle | Every Thursday | 10am -3:30pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St Room 5th Floor | We offer comprehensive culturally
competent & trauma-informed support; our goal is to support an individual in their journey toward self-sufficiency & personal
growth. Comprehensive individualized needs assessment individual counseling peer facilitated “Recovery Circles”.
Main Library Job Seekers' Lab | Every Thursday | 2pm-5pm | Computer Training Room Main Library |100 Larkin St | Computers
with Internet connection are available for independent work creating or updating your resume preparing job applications &/or
searching online for jobs. Handouts books some staff assistance are available during drop in hours.
SFAF Grupo de Apoyo | Every Thursday | 3:00 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor Room 3B & 3C | For Spanish-speakers. El Grupo de
Apoyo Latino de La Fundación del SIDA de San Francisco es un grupo social y educativo que ofrece un espacio abierto seguro y
confidencial para apoyar a la comunidad Latina afectada por el VIH y SIDA. Es un grupo diverso donde el respeto es la base para que
todos los asistentes puedan expresar libremente sus experiencias identidad étnicidad nacionalidad sexualidad y creencias religiosas.
Todas las reuniones son en español y se llevan a cabo en un ambiente positivo familiar y confidencial. Ven a compartir con nosotros
estamos seguros que encontrarás apoyo y recibirás información para mejorar tu calidad de vida. La Fundación del SIDA de San
Francisco ofrece servicios a cualquier persona sin importar su situación migratoria. Para mas información sobre El Grupo llama al
(415) 487-8000. Since 1987 San Francisco AIDS Foundation has run El Grupo a comprehensive support program for Latinos and
Latinas and their families. For those living with HIV we want to increase overall wellness and prevent transmission. For those who
are HIV negative we want them to remain negative and improve their overall health. We provide services to anyone living with HIV
regardless of their immigration status. We have weekly support meetings on Thursdays which everyone is welcome to attend. Also
we offer programs specifically for men who have sex with men who have a history of drug use or mental health issues and for transLatinas. We have workshops for people who are newly diagnosed and for long-term HIV survivors. Our culturally-responsive work
helps clients better adhere to medications and improve their overall health.For more information about our Latino Programs call
(415) 487-8000.
Appointment-based therapy & Case Management for current and former sex workers
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Thursdays 10am-12pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Drop-in Therapy & Case Management for current and former sex workers
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Thursdays 12pm-2pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
D-SINE Fashion Design & Garment Construction Class for current and former sex workers
Call to sign up (415) 554-8494
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Thursdays 12pm-3pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
Appointment-based Transgender Services (Counseling Medical & HRT)
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HIV & STI Testing Thursdays 1-4pm at the St. James Infirmary 1372 Mission St. @ 10 street
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Mission Community Market | Every Thursday | 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Mercado Plaza | Barlett & 22 | The Mission Community
Market is a weekly outdoor marketplace that celebrates the Mission’s diversity with fresh fruits & vegetables street food live music
arts local businesses & after-school activities.
Doggy Yappy Hour: Free Sweets & Dog Treats | Every Thursday | 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm | K9 Scrub Club | 1734 Church Street | Indulge
in their free refreshments & sweets for humans while your pup enjoys some complimentary carob treats (they can’t have chocolate).
It’s a fun way to get out for your evening walk relax & enjoy the company of other dog-friendly folks.
Twang Honky Tonk: Country DJs & Line Dancing | Every Thursday | 8:00 pm to 12:00 am | McTeague’s Saloon | 1237 Polk Street |
A nothing-fancy fun & casual place to hang out with fellow country music fans dancin’ to contemporary country music all night with
classic outlaw & swing thrown in.
Men In Progress: Stage Two | Every Thursday | 5pm – 8pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St Freedom Hall | Run by men & designed for men
Men In Progress is a Violence Intervention Program dedicated to working with all men in straightforward & practical ways on issues
that affect their lives. The goal is to support men to gain understanding & strength in their relationships with themselves partners
family friends & community.
Zumba in the Park | Every Thursday | 5:30pm – 6:30pm | Richmond Playground | 18th Ave & Lake | Come party yourself into shape
with free Zumba classes. Zumba is a latin-inspired easy-to-follow calorie-burning dance-fitness party. You will get a great workout
while enjoying San Francisco’s wonderful weather Parks & Recreation Centers.
Yoga | Every Thursday | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm | Glide Family Housing | 125 Mason St. | Bay Area's most accomplished yoga teachers
are donating their skills for the well-being of our GLIDE Family. Please try to be on-time for your class. Yoga mats straps & blocks
supplied! Beginners welcomed.
Free Comet Club Comedy | Every Thursday | 8:30-10 pm | Comet Club 3111 Fillmore Street | Comet Club Comet Club Comedy is a
weekly free comedy showcase at the Comet Club in the Marina district of San Francisco featuring local Bay Area comedians & special
guests.
“Nightlife on Mars” Underground Comedy Night | Every Thursday | 8:30 pm | Murphy’s Pub | 217 Kearny Street San Francisco |
Nightlife on Mars is an underground comedy club at Murphy’s Pub. It’s a free weekly showcase of local (& sometimes national)
comedy talent right in the heart of downtown SF.
Living Well at Black Coalition on AIDS (BCA) This monthly LGBTQ luncheon & health fair on the third Thursday is aimed at
supporting & enhancing community health & wellness by providing health education classes nutritious meals complementary
alternative medicine & stress reduction activities. Lunch is provided so please RSVP. For more information contact Francis Broome at
(415) 615-9945 ext. 114.
Talking Circle: Native American Health Center SF Group Thursdays 2pm-4pm facilitated by Aurora Mameo 160 Capp Street
ASAP Counseling & Case Management Services Harm Reduction Group Every Thur. 10AM sign up- space is limited. Any questions
call 476-3902 Group meets from 10:30-12:30 every Thur. at 1930 Market St. @ Laguna St. This harm reduction group welcomes
everyone (men women transfolk HIV+ & HIV- folks) & all goals around substance use &/or alcohol use are welcome. Coffee is
served.
LADIES NIGHT at MISSION NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE CENTER Every Thurday night is "Ladies' Night" at MNRC. Come check out this
amazing women-only event hosted by the Mission Neighborhood Resource Center Women’s Community Clinic & Homeless Youth
Alliance. Come for a nutritious meal work on art projects listen to music or just relax. Also available are syringe exchange DOPE
Project drug overdose prevention/response & free narcan hygiene supplies massage medical care & HIV testing. Food music good
company & good times for women in the Mission on Thursday nights from 6-8PM at MNRC 165 Capp btw 16/17th
Harm Reduction Meditation Groups/Sittings with Rev. Jana Drakka www.janadrakka.com Thursdays- Garden Group in Langton
Gardens. 12-1:00pm Langton Garden 10 Langton Garden Howard Street between 7th & 8th .
Meditation- Street Zendo: Mon. Tues. Thur. 9:00 am – 10:00 am Fri.
9:00 am – 10:30 am Sun. 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm (Nichiren
Shu Lineage) Faithful Fools: Drop by & say hello. 234 Hyde
Central City Hospitality House Community Arts Program Hospitality House’s program invites homeless & low income artists in to use
the studio offers art instruction writing workshops art computer workstation. Community Arts Studio Open Studio Hours every Thur.
10AM-3PM 3:00pm - 5:00pm Linocut Workshop/ 3:00pm - 5:00pm Ceremic: Hand Building Techniques/ 3:00pm - 5:00pm Fine Arts
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Workshop: Oil Painting 496 Natoma Street @ 6 street
ACUPUNCTURE Thursdays 1PM-3PM Immune Enhancement Project Drop In Acupuncture Clinic by donation no one turned away for
lack of funds. www.iepclinic.com 2450 16th street @ Sanchez
Lifering Support Group Thursdays7:30pm – 8:30pm at GLBTQ Center 1800 Market Secular alternative to (or addition to ) AA/12 Step
Self help recovery support groups.
Blur- Transgender & Gender-Variant Support Group Every Thur. 6:30 - 7:30pm Blur- Transgender & Gender-Variant Support Group.
Free Food Provided! Come & chat with other trans & gv people facilitated by trans counselors. For 18-25 year old youth. At
Dimensions Clinic 3850 17th St. SF CA. http://www.dimensionsclinic.org
Shanti Cancer Services- Jeffrey's Place www.shanti.org Every Thur. 6:00pm – 7:30pm LGBT Center 1800 Market Street Description:
A bi-weekly support group for gay/bi/queer men who have had a cancer diagnosis as well as those who are pre- or -post treatment.
This group provides facilitated peer support to eliminate the isolation & stigma of a cancer diagnosis. Drop-in or contact T.J. at
tlee@shanti.org or 415 674 4768.
First Thursday Bay Area American Indian Two Spirits (BAAITS) now has a two-spirit drum. All Two-Spirits & their allies are welcomed
to come learn to sing & drum our traditional songs on the 1st Thursday of every month from 7:15 - 9:00pm at LGBT Center at 1800
Market in SF. Jaynie Lara teaches the songs sings & drums on the Sweet
Medicine Drum an all Native women drum.
Rainbow Toastmaster's Club at the LGBTQ Center 1800 Market Every Thur. 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Luxnior Yoga Class at the LGBTQ Center 1800 Market Every Thur. 7:00-8:30 PM Room 302 Sliding Scale $0 - $10 donation per class
no one turned away for lack of funds
SNAP Tallk! A new group for young gay bi & trans men new to SF Every Thur. 7:00pm – 8:30pm at the LGTBQ Center 1800 Market
Yoga for the mature LGBT community Every Thur. 10am – 11am James Howell Studio 66 Sanchez Street
Tropicana Dance Party Every Thursday 6PM Madrone 500 Divisadero St San Francisco
Always Active Castro Street Senior Center Thursdays from 10:30-11:30am & Tuesdays from 10-11:00am Where: Castro Street Senior
Center What: Stay fit & have fun with friends! Application required. Click here
(http://www.alwaysactive.org/ALWAYSACTIVE.ORG/ENROLLMENT_1.html)
16th & Mission POETRY SLAM 9:00 p.m. every Thur. @ 16th St. BART Station 16th St. (at Mission)
Back to Basics•Reggae Every Thur. When Thu Oct 18 Where Bissap Baobab Village Time 10pm-12am Free!
Faithful Fools: Write On! … A Creative Writing Group led by Robert Harry Rovin Thurdayss 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm Drop by & say hello.
234 Hyde Street
OpenHouse Women’s Group: The Openhouse women’s support group has been meeting weekly for over 2 years. This closed group
(not drop-in) meets every Thursday afternoon from 2-3:30PM. The group is professionally facilitated & serves as safe confidential
space for Openhouse women to share in life’s challenges. It is a space where women get support & insight through their dialogue
with other 60+ women. Those interested in joining must schedule an intake interview with facilitator Fairley Parson MSW ASW. Here
we can discuss what you’re looking for in a group & see if it seems a good fit for you. Please call for more information or to schedule
an intake (415) 728-0193 or email her.Join us for a free women’s support group especially dedicated to lesbian gay bi-sexual &
transgender women age 60 & above. What: a supportive place to talk to other women build community speak your truth & practice
compassion & respect. This group will include time for relaxation exercises check-ins & the sharing of information &
resources.When: Every Thursday at 2 PM Where: The library room Congregation Sha’ar Zahav 290 Dolores St (16th & Dolores)
Open House Group for Mature Transgender & Transsexual Women When: 3rd Thursdays of the month – 7:00 – 8:30 pm Where:
Openhouse Community Room 1800 Market Street Room 306 What: Confidential caring concern & connection for mature femaleidentified transwomen. For more information contact Bertie by email bertieb1970@gmail.com
EVERY FRIDAY
New Stonewall Group: Outside In” Every Friday 9:30-11AM 1035 Market street, room 2C
A walk-in discussion group for exploring the unique challenges, successes, emotions, and general experience of gay/bi/heteroflexible
men who have been at times homeless and at other times housed. Each meeting will cover a specific topic followed by an
opportunity to get suggestions, advice, and feedback from peers about what you need. Facilitators Chris Powers and Melissa Yost.
Stonewall TCB (Taking Care of Business) Group | Every Friday | 2:00 – 3:30 pm | 1035 Market street Room 3D | Come for some
pre-weekend TLC at the TCB Friday walk in group for gay/bi men. Whether the coming weekend fills you with joy or the
jitters…whether you are new to Stonewall curious & just dipping your toe in the water or a long time Stonewall program participant
you are welcome. Plan for the weekend you want with your peers & the support of counselors. Get nonjudgmental support to meet
your substance use goals: from safer use to planned use to reduced use to partial abstinence to abstinence. Group begins with a
short meditation & grounding exercise then invites members to chew on different topics each week.
Stonewall Counseling at Magnet Stonewall Counseling at Magnet in the Castro | Every Friday | 3:00 3:40 & 4:20 pm | 4122 18th
street | Call Magnet at 415-581-1600 to schedule a 40-minute counseling session for up to four sessions.
Stonewall Counseling for gay/bi men | M-F afternoons at 4:00 pm | 1035 Market 4th floor | Free walk-in counseling for gay/bi &
trans men who have sex with men interested in substance use support & counseling.
Stonewall Castro Harm Reduction Friday Night
Every Friday 6-7:30PM 4200 18th St. #203 A fun friendly welcoming place for gay bi MSM interested in exploring their relationship to
drugs sex dating & whatever you want to discuss. Come as you are high or low or in between.
Grupo Lunas Latina Group at SFAF Fridays 10am-12pm 1035 Market Street Room 3C
Grupo Lunas is a Latina Group focusing on HIV and STI’s Prevention screening and access to care for the Trans-Latina community.
This Group is in Spanish and we have a weekly topic presentation.
Nuestra Gente Group + Movie at SFAF for the Gay Bi-Sexual and Hetero-Flexible Latino Immigrant community Fridays 2- 4:00pm
1035 Market Street Room 3C The Nuestra Gente group focuses on HIV and STI prevention screening and access to Care for. This
Group is in Spanish and we have a weekly movie.
La Voz Latina at SFAF for the Gay Bi-Sexual and Hetero-Flexible Latino Immigrant community
Fridays 5-6:30pm 1035 Market Street Room 3C La Voz Latina group focuses on HIV and STI’s Prevention screening and access to
care. This Group is in Spanish and we have a weekly Karaoke contest.
Grupo de Mujeres | Every Friday | 10:00 am | 1035 Market street Room |
Movies for Latinos | Every Friday | 2:30 pm | 1035 Market street Room | In Spanish.
Latino Karaoke| Every Friday | 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm | 1035 Market street Room | In Spanish.
Glide Women's Center Support Group: Finding Our Voices/Defending Our Lives | Every Thursday | 9m -10:30am Glide | 330 Ellis St
Room 101A | In our daily circles we encourage women to reduce the harm of risky behaviors by taking incremental steps toward
healthier life decisions & relationships. Each day the women encourage each other in finding their own strength & voice. After each
session the women are invited to eat breakfast together from 10:30 - 11am.
Homeless Youth Alliance Hosts Game Group | Every Friday | 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm | Park Meeting Room | 1833 Page Street | Drop in
for games & snacks. Hosted by Homeless Youth Alliance.
“Off the Grid” Friday Night Food Truck Party | Every Friday | 5:00 pm to 10:00 pm | Fort Mason Center | Marina Blvd. & Buchanan
St | street food classic arcade games & specialized retail vendors. Get your groove on to DJs from 5-7:30 pm & live bands from 810:30 pm.
Zumba in the Park | Every Friday | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | Mission Playground | 19th & Linda | Come party yourself into shape with
free Zumba classes. Zumba is a latin-inspired easy-to-follow calorie-burning dance-fitness party. You will get a great workout while
enjoying San Francisco’s wonderful weather Parks & Recreation Centers.
Zumba in the Park | Every Friday | 6:30pm – 7:30pm | Palega Recreation Center | 500 Felton St.|
Zumba in the Park | Every Friday | 6:45pm – 7:45pm | Eureka Valley Recreation Center | 100 Collingwood Street |
Circus Skills Jam Class | Most Wednesdays & Fridays | 7 to 9 pm | Circus Center | 755 Frederick St | This class is open to everyone
at no charge & no experience is necessary. Every week is different but you may learn how to ride a unicycle juggle play on a balance
board use devil sticks or walk a tightrope. Free but an RSVP is required
(https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/classic/home?studioid=16768) ; class has a 25 person maximum. Please make sure to check-in
before 6:45 pm.
Flicker Feather: Native American Health Center SF Group 12pm-4pm facilitated by Laura Cedilla 160 Capp Street
All Nation Red Road Native American Health Center SF Group 3:30-5pm Facilitated by Rodney Little Bird 160 Capp Street
Wellness Clinic at Asian Pacific Islander Wellness Center Fridays 1pm-6pm 730 Polk Street 4th Floor
The Wellness Clinic is a free medical clinic which provides holistic high quality culturally competent & linguistically accessible primary
health care preventive care & early intervention as well as behavioral health services. Our services are available free-of-charge for
low income uninsured or under-insured San Franciscans who would otherwise have no access to health care.
Ladies Who Lunch at Asian Pacific Islander Wellness Center Fridays 2:30pm – 3:30pm 730 Polk Street 4th Floor
A peer-led support group with a light homemade lunch. Open to all. Food Provided
Thank God It’s DREAAM (TGID) Every Friday from 5-9p Eureka Valley Recreation Center 100 Collingwood We serve food, watch
videos, play games, and chat. Members take turns cooking dinner for each other, and Check-In with Blue. When you come to
DREAAM you will See people cooking and eating at our weekly Youth Drop In Group called Thank God It’s DREAAM (TGID), and hear
conversations about sex, dating, family, health, behavior, how we treat each other, income/benefits, housing, and pop-culture like,
what is up with Beyoncé, music, and fashion. Who is DREAAM for? African American gay, bi (men), and trans men and women aged
18-30. People who want to improve aspects of their lives like stable employment, housing, and healthier social support. People who
are looking for something different in their lives, and for community. People who want to be leaders and activists in their
communities. People who want to get information to take back to their networks and communities. A diverse group of people
welcoming others from all backgrounds, neighborhoods, and life experiences. Contact: Blue Williams 415-575-0150 X 273
bwilliams@sfaf.org
LGBT Senior Mindfulness Meditation Group by Open House http://openhouse-sf.org/event/the-sequoias/
When: Every Friday at 11:00am Where: The Sequoias Retirement Community 1400 Geary Street (between Laguna & Gough) What:
The practice of meditation has been an important part of virtually all spiritual traditions for over three thousand years. Meditation
has been scientifically demonstrated to lower blood pressure ease anxiety & depression & alleviate pain & stress. Join us in this free
non-denominational drop-in group where we will learn to meditate & discuss its applications & benefits to daily lives.Instructor
David Lewis has practiced meditation for 40 years & is a facilitator at the San Francisco’s Gay Buddhist Fellowship. You can contact
him at dewilewis@yahoo.com or call 415-296-8995 x16 for more information.
Shanti HIV Services- Women Experiencing Support Group Every Fri. 9:30am – 11:30am|Shanti 730 Polk Street 94109 A supportive
environment for all HIV positive women. A place to check-in get support meet new people & have breakfast. Kelly at
khansen@shanti.org or 415 674 4704
Central City Hospitality House Community Arts Program . Arts program invites low income & homeless artists in to use the studio
offers art instruction writing workshops art computer workstation. Community Arts Studio Hours every Fri. 1PM-6PM 10:00am 12:00pm Matting Workshop & Framing / 10:00am - 12:00pm Fine Arts Workshop: Drawing / 1:00pm - 6:00pm Open Studio 496
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Natoma Street @ 6 street
ACCUPUNCTURE Fridays 1PM-2PM Immune Enhancement Project Drop In Acupuncture Clinic by donation no one turned away for
lack of funds. www.iepclinic.com 2450 16th street @ Sanchez
ACUPUNCTURE at Haight Ashbury Free Clinic 1735 Mission Street @Duboce Fridays 12-4PM Drop in Acupuncture free- sliding scale
0-$100.00
Free Range Fridays: Honky Tonk Live Music Night | Richmond Dist. Fridays - 7:00 pm | Cost: FREE Velo Rouge Cafe | 798 Arguello
Blvd
Friday Night Outdoor Roller Skate DJ Party: 8:45 pm | Cost: FREE Ferry Building | The Embarcadero & Ferry Plaza
Free Your Mind: Queer Youth Arts & Crafts Every Fri. 4pm – 7pm Bay Positives 701 Oak @ Fillmore. A program of the SF LGBT Center
Youth Program & Bay Positives. A weekly arts & crafts night for queers ages 26 & under.
LGBT Veterans Support Group Fridays @ 2:00 PM Ft Miley - Building 8 4150 Clement Street San Francisco Information Contacts: Eric:
415-281-5140 Angie: 415-22104810 ext 6308.
LGBT Seniors Afternoon Films Program by Open House www.openhouse-sf.org
Mondays (new releases) & Fridays (film classics) from 12:45-TBD At the Castro Senior Center 110 Diamond Street 2 Blocks from
Castro Muni Station
Fashion Studio Happy Hour Shopping Party | SoMa Fridays 4:40 pm to 7:00 pm | 440 Brannan Studio Showroom | Sip on wine &
beer while browsing their collection of unique styles by local designers.
Free Fri. Chicken Wing Buffet & $3 Cocktails | Castro Every Fri. - 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm | Cost: FREE* WITH DRINK PURCHASE The
Lookout | 3600 16th St @ Market St San Francisco CA.
Free “Oysters on the Half Shell” Fridays Every Fri. - 5:30 pm El Rio | 3158 Mission St (@ Cesar Chavez) El Rio
South of Market Architecture Stroll | SoMa Every Fri. - 10:00 am | Cost: FREE* Yerba Buena Lane | Yerba Buena Ln & Mission SF
South of Market Architecture Stroll |
Faithful Fools: “Write for Life” … Journaling Workshops led by Dr. Sheppard Kominars Fridays 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Drop by & say hello.
234 Hyde Street Let’s Talk.Telephone: 415-474-0508
F!#&ing Free Fridays: Improv Comedy Fridays - 10:30 pm FREE WITH RSVP http://freecomedyFridays-eorg.eventbrite.com/ The
Dark Room | 2263 Mission Street improvised comedy show
EVERY SATURDAY
Zumba in the Park | Every Saturday | 9:00 am to 10:00 am | Minnie & Lovie Ward Rec Center | 650 Capitol | Come party yourself
into shape with free Zumba classes. Zumba is a latin-inspired easy-to-follow calorie-burning dance-fitness party. You will get a great
workout while enjoying San Francisco’s wonderful weather Parks & Recreation Centers.
Zumba in the Park | Every Saturday | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Balboa Park | San Jose Ave & Havelock |
Zumba in the Park | Every Saturday | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Glen Canyon Park | Bosworth & O’Shaughnessy |
Zumba in the Park | Every Saturday | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Potrero Hill Rec Center | 801 Arkansas St |
Yoga | Every Saturday | 10:30am to 12pm | Glide Family Housing | 125 Mason St. | Bay Area's most accomplished yoga teachers are
donating their skills for the well-being of our GLIDE Family. Please try to be on-time for your class. Yoga mats straps & blocks
supplied! Beginners welcomed.
Ferry Plaza Farmers Market: Free Seasonal Cooking Demos | Every Saturday | 11:00 am | CUESA Classroom (under the white tents
in front of the Ferry Building) | The Embarcadero & Ferry Plaza | Free cooking demos are free to the public with recipes & samples
for all
Let’s Kick ASS Stronger: a gentle group movement class for long-term survivors.
It is promoting FUN and FUNction with a low impact fitness and mobility aimed for individuals of all performance levels whether you
have neuropathy arthritis or are just itching to move around and feel better in your body! A class for beginners led by: Raad Shebib
We know what you are thinking “Exercise?” but movement is THE best thing you can do for yourself as you age. Study after study
bears this out. And we have FUN! Join us every Saturday from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. Wear something comfortable. We'll provide
music and water. Eureka Valley Rec Center San Francisco California 94114
Zumba in the Park | Every Saturday | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | Parkside Square | 28th Ave & Vicente
Zumba in the Park | Every Saturday | 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm | Bernal Heights Recreation Center | 500 Moultrie St
Chess Club | Every Saturday | 1:00 pm – 3:00pm | Excelsior Meeting Room | 4400 Mission Street |
Dr's Orders Group at API Wellness Center Alternating Saturdays 2pm – 5pm To enroll to attend this group contact Nikki Calma @
titaaida@apiwellness.org . 730 Polk Street 4th Floor A new informative learning workshop that aims to enhance one’s proficiency in
communications with their health providers.
Tranzotica At API Wellness Center Saturdays 3pm – 5pm 730 Polk Street 4th Floor
A discussion group for transgender people of color with a focus of African American transgender culture.
San Francisco Walking Dykes meet in Golden Gate Park Every Sat. 11am – 12pm |FREE Conservatory of Flowers in Golden Gate Park
(In Front) For more information mhughes56@comcast.net.
Grow & eat greens at The Free Farm! Every Sat. 10 am – 2 pm Eddy & Gough http://www.thefreefarm.org.
Basic Mouse & Typing Skills (Sat 10:15 - 11:00/Tues 1:00-2:00) EVERY WEEK100 Larkin
Weight Watchers at the GLBT Center Saturdays 9:30am – 10:30am 1800 Market Street
Senior Games at the GLBQ Center Every Sat. 10am – 1pm 1800 Market LGBT people aged 60
LifeRing Support Group at the GLBTQ Center Saturdays 10am – 11am 1800 Market Street Secular Alternative (or addition) to
AA/NA support groups
Free Marina Green Fitness Court Bootcamp | Marina Every Sat. - 8am 10am 12pm 2pm 4pm)
Faerie Coffee now at Celtic Coffee Company Sat April 14 12:00pm – 1:30pm 142 McAllister between Leavenworth and Hyde around
noon (stick around in case people are late.) http://www.radfae.org
Wilde Chats at Sweet Inspirations Sat. 10:30am – 11:30am 2239 Market Street between Sanchez & Noe
Saturdays 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Art Group for LGBT Seniors This is a supportive & fun environment for LGBT people 60+. Materials supplied. All levels welcome.
Meet new people. Play & create. 30th St Senior Center 225 30th Street 3rd Fl
Dance & Drumming - Les Bantus Congolese Dance & Drum Classes African American Art & Culture Complex 762 Fulton Street Adult
Classes (Dance Studio A 3rd Floor) Dance - 2 p.m. Drumming - 3 p.m. 415/302 8692.
Free Outdoor Yoga Day Every Sat. - 11:00 am Rec Field: Golden Gate
Free Sat. Yoga in the Park Every Sat. - 9:00 am | Cost: FREE Alamo Square Park | Scott St. & Fulton
Faithful Fools: Movie Night Second Sat. of each month at 7:00 pm. 234 Hyde Street
Faithful Fools: Gathering of Poets (open readings) Second & Fourth Saturdays each month 4:00 pm 234 Hyde
Free “Punk & Rock N Roll” Saturdays & $3 Drinks | Thee Parkside Every Sat. - 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Thee Parkside | 1600 17th Street Free Punk & Rock N Roll Saturdays & $3 Drinks |
Free Outdoor BBQ | Lucky 13 Every Sat. - 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm | tips accepted & you should buy a drink 2140 Market St
Saturdays and Sundays Get out of the neighborhood and hug a tree…Free PresidiGo Shuttle | Downtown to Presidio - All
Day | Cost: FREE Main Post (Presidio) | Park Blvd. and Lincoln Blvd., The free PresidiGo Shuttle system welcomes park
visitors, residents, and employees with fully accessible shuttles and bike racks.
There are two PresidiGo Shuttle services, each with different policies and guidelines – Around the Park and Downtown.
Downtown (Free on Weekends)
The Downtown express route make stops at the Presidio Transit Center on the Main Post, the Letterman District, Union
Street/Van Ness Avenue, Embarcadero BART, and the Transbay Terminal.The shuttle operates from 5:45 am to 9:30 pm on
weekdays and 10 am to 7:30 pm on weekends. On weekdays, during the evening commute (leaving the Presidio only) from
4-7:40 pm, a valid MUNI Passport (not a MUNI Fast Pass) is required. No pass is required on weekends.
It’s free for Presidio Employees and Residents every day with an appropriate boarding pass. Connecting service to
Caltrain is available. The Downtown PresidiGo does not operate on federal holidays. Around the Park (Every Day – 2 Routes)
Around the Park is free and available to visitors, residents, and employees all day. The shuttle runs two continuous 30minute loops:
• The Crissy Field Route serves the northern Presidio including the Main Post, Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Scott and
Letterman District
• The Presidio Hills Route is a bi-directional route serving the Letterman District, Main Post, Inspiration Point,
Washington Boulevard, Baker Beach, and Public Health Service District.
Both routes originate at the Presidio Transit Center and connect with MUNI and Golden Gate Transit at several locations.
The shuttle runs on weekdays from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm. In operates on weekends from 11 am to 6:30 pm.
EVERY SUNDAY
Zumba in the Park | Every Sunday | 10:00 am to 11:00 am | Golden Gate Park Carousel Area | 198 John F. Kennedy Dr. | Come party
yourself into shape with free Zumba classes. Zumba is a latin-inspired easy-to-follow calorie-burning dance-fitness party. You will get
a great workout while enjoying San Francisco’s wonderful weather Parks & Recreation Centers.
Zumba in the Park | Every Sunday | 10:30 am to 11:30 am | Crocker Amazon Playground | Moscow & Italy |
Zumba in the Park | Every Sunday | 11:00 am to 12:00 pm | Sunset Recreation Center| 2201 Lawton Street
Off the Grid: Presidio Picnic & Food Truck Party | Every Sunday | 11:00 am to 4:00 pm | Main Post Lawn | 103 Montgomery Street
Main Post | Expect live music free games & stands from San Francisco restaurants food trucks local farms & retailers.
Keepin' it Real | Every Sunday | 1pm to 3pm | Glide | 330 Ellis St. Freedom Hall | A weekly support group for dealing with issues
ranging from overeating to drugs & alcohol to bad relationships - anything we need to recover from. Drop-ins welcome!
Zumba in the Park | Every Sunday | 1pm to 2pm | Rossi Park | Arguello Blvd @ Anza
Sunday. Funday Dance Party 3- 8:00 pm The Cafe | 2369 Market Sreet
Golden Gate Park Sunday Roller Disco Party Sun. 1:00 to 5:00 pm Golden Gate Park | 6th Avenue & Kennedy
Free Zumba Dance Party In the Park | SF Sundays11:45am Margaret Hayward Playground | 1016 Laguna Street Taught by Willa
Zhou certified Zumba instructor. First timers welcome as well as song requests.
Lindy in the Park: Free Outdoor Swing Dance | Golden Gate Park Every Sun. - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm | Cost: FREE* Golden Gate Park |
JFK Drive at 8th Ave. Golden Gate Park San Francisco near the de Young Museum
Free Dive Bar BBQ | Bender’s Bar & Grill Every Sun. - 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm | Cost: Free* Free but you'll have to buy the drinks
Bender’s Bar & Grill | 806 South Van Ness Ave. Free Dive Bar BBQ |
“Return of the Cypher” Hip-Hop & Beatbox Jam | Sundays 9:00 pm | Boom Boom Room | 1601 Fillmore St. San Francisco Return of
the Cypher is free live Hip-Hop show every Sunday at the Boom Boom Room that features an ever-changing lineup of artists and
improvised sessions where beatboxers emcees and musicians collaborate in a spontaneous combustion of soulful skill.
Hillbilly Hootenanny West Side Revue |Sundays 7:30 pm | Cost: FREE | The Riptide | 3639 Taraval San Francisco |
Open House GLBT Seniors Women’s 3nd Sunday Gathering at Francis of Assisi Community 145 Guerrero Street 2 blocks from F-Line
trolley Price: Free & Accessible. Nibbles provided but if you can please bring something to share. Please note: We invite all women to
join us on the Second Sunday of each month to establish an ongoing circle connection & community with other lesbian bi &
transgender women 55+.
Open House GLBT Seniors Men’s 2nd Sunday Potluck at Francis of Assisi Community 145 Guerrero Street 2 blocks from F-Line trolley
Price: Free & Accessible Please note: This is an event for men-identified persons. Transgender men are always welcome. For more
information call Openhouse at 415-296-8995 x303. 2nd Sundays in are Sunday July 13 Sunday August 10th Sunday Sept.14 Sun
Nov.9 Sun Dec. 14
Saturdays and Sundays Get out of the neighborhood and hug a tree…Free PresidiGo Shuttle | Downtown to Presidio
- All Day | Cost: FREE Main Post (Presidio) | Park Blvd. and Lincoln Blvd., The free PresidiGo Shuttle system welcomes park
visitors, residents, and employees with fully accessible shuttles and bike racks.
There are two PresidiGo Shuttle services, each with different policies and guidelines – Around the Park and Downtown.
Downtown (Free on Weekends)
The Downtown express route make stops at the Presidio Transit Center on the Main Post, the Letterman District, Union
Street/Van Ness Avenue, Embarcadero BART, and the Transbay Terminal.
The shuttle operates from 5:45 am to 9:30 pm on weekdays and 10 am to 7:30 pm on weekends. On weekdays, during
the evening commute (leaving the Presidio only) from 4-7:40 pm, a valid MUNI Passport (not a MUNI Fast Pass) is
required. No pass is required on weekends.
It’s free for Presidio Employees and Residents every day with an appropriate boarding pass. Connecting service to
Caltrain is available.
The Downtown PresidiGo does not operate on federal holidays.
Around the Park (Every Day – 2 Routes)
Around the Park is free and available to visitors, residents, and employees all day. The shuttle runs two continuous 30minute loops:
• The Crissy Field Route serves the northern Presidio including the Main Post, Golden Gate Bridge, Fort Scott and
Letterman District
• The Presidio Hills Route is a bi-directional route serving the Letterman District, Main Post, Inspiration Point,
Washington Boulevard, Baker Beach, and Public Health Service District.
Both routes originate at the Presidio Transit Center and connect with MUNI and Golden Gate Transit at several locations.
The shuttle runs on weekdays from 6:30 am to 7:30 pm. In operates on weekends from 11 am to 6:30 pm.
Yerba Buena Gardens Festival Yerba Buena Gardens (Esplanade) 773 Mission St.
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Sat 8/8 Pistahan: Fil-Am Arts, Culture & Trade Expo | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sun 8/9 Pistahan: Fil-Am Arts, Culture & Trade Expo | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Tue 8/11 Litquake: Outdoor Poetry & Music | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Thu 8/13 Son jarocho Lunchtime Concert | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sat 8/15 Lavay Smith Live Swing & Jazz Music | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sun 8/16 Brazilian Music, Piano & Guitar | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Thu 8/20 Charming Hostess: Sephardic Women’s Music | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Thu 8/20 Vission Latina: Salsa Night | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Fri 8/21 Pi Clowns | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sat 8/22 Afro-American Fandango | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Thu 8/27 Clynton Cox Soulful Music | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sun 9/6 Asian American Orchestra | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Tue 9/8 TODCO Poets | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Thu 9/24 Old Blues, Pop & Jazz Music Show | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sun 9/27 “A Prison Oratorio” American Culture Musical | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Thu 10/1 Chadly & Abdelhadi North African Music | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sat 10/3 21st Century Jazz Concert | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Tue 10/13 Litquake: Outdoor Poetry & Music | Yerba Buena Gardens Festival
Sat 10/31 15th Annual “Halloween Hoopla” Festival & Costume Parade | Yerba Buena
PEOPLE IN PLAZAS AUGUST SCHEDULE- FREE NOON TIME CONCERTS IN SF!! (all shows start at 12pm unless specified)
August 2015 SCHEDULE
• Thu 20 La Mixta Criola – Puerto Rican – Transamerica Redwood Park/ Stompy Jones – Jump Swing – 333 Market
12:30 – 1:30 pm: Andre Theirry – Zydeco Mint Plaza
• Fri 21 Axelrod/Ventresco Band – Americana – 425 Market St. / Soul Mechanix – Soul – 555 Mission St. /
Manteca Latin – Jazz – 101 California St. / Bolero y Mas – Salsa – 303 2nd St.
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Sun 23, 1-2 pm: Caribbean All-Stars – Reggae – Jane Warner Plaza
Tue 25 Pat Wilder – Blues – Rincon Center
Wed 26 Ja’ye and Friends – R&B – One Bush Plaza / Sony Holland – Jazz Vocals – Civic Center/Alioto Plaza / Trio
Sin Lio – Latin – 2 Embarcadero Center
Thu 27 Lady Chi and the Numbers – Funk – Transamerica Redwood Park / Le Jazz Hot – Gypsy Jazz – 333 Market
St. / 12:30 – 1:30 pm: City Opera SF – Opera – Mint Plaza
Fri 28 Futuro Picante Mission – Youth Salsa Band – 425 Market St. / Clint Baker’s Hot Five – Jazz – 560 Mission
St. / The View from Bernal Hill – Jazz – 101 California St.
Faithful Fools Street Ministry
234 Hyde St., San Francisco, CA 94102
415-474-0508
Women's Writing Group All Woman-identified Welcome 2nd Saturdays of the month 11:30-2pm
Movie Night A Movie &Discussion 2nd Saturdays 7pm to 9:30pm
Into the Streets 2nd Friday 11:00am to 1:30pm
Street Retreats 4th Saturdays 9am to 5pm
Meditation at Faithful Fools Why a Zendo in the Tenderloin? Answer: This is a neighborhood where many of its
inhabitants have a future to look forward to that is as bleak as their past. So since Zen is beyond concepts of both the
future and the past, what better place for someone to go who is being crushed between both times zones than the
Faithful Fools Zendo? There, for an hour a day, it is possible to simply sit with yourself, safely alone in the only moment
that really exists, and perhaps enter a silence that can set you free to live your life beyond the conditined zones of time
and space. If you are fresh to the Tenderloin and find yourself sandwiched between two loaves of rotten bread, one
from the past and one from the future, try sitting in the Faithful Fools' Street Zendo.Meditation Schedule
Meditation at Faithful Fools Monday 9am to 10am
Meditation at Faithful Fools Tuesday 9am to 10am
Meditation at Faithful Fools Wednesday 9am to 10am
Meditation at Faithful Fools Thursday 9am to10am
Meditation at Faithful Fools Friday 9am to 10am Dharma Talk Fridays after Meditation at 9:45
Faithful Fools Write Now! Thursdays 12:30 to 2:30 Every One is Welcome! Please Join Us!
Faithful Fools will walk with you if you need support. Accompaniment
Don't want to go it alone? Get in Touch with Faithful Fools. Aware of Our Judgments, we seek to meet people where
they are through the Arts, Education, Advocacy, and Accompaniment. Daily accompaniment is a part of the holistic work
of the Fools, with the goal of building relationships, providing services, and giving solid grounding to our advocacy work
through direct experience with people and the current systems and policies that effect their lives. Daily accompaniment
works with individuals to discover their own power, talents, and understanding in order to access services and take steps
that lead them toward greater stability with the supportive community of the Faithful Fools. Several of the people who
have benefited from daily accompaniment in turn accompany others, their greatest resource being their own direct
experience and knowledge. In addition to walking with people through the services they need, we provide direct
assistance to those in crisis or transition by offering short-term cash assistance for housing, food, medical needs, and
clothing. We often have people appear at the door asking for food or material assistance such as a blanket, a pair of
socks, toiletries or a jacket on a cold night. Daily accompaniment is carried out by volunteers who have made at least
one street retreat and who are a regular part of the process of meditation and reflection. It is central to the practice of
the Fools in establishing one-to-one relationships through which people journey into the deeper meanings of our
connection with one another across many of the lines that divide us. Understanding another’s experience in the very
day-to-day level moves us past another layer of assumptions and toward that which ultimately connects us to one
another.
SHANTI ACTIVITIES PROGRAM: The Shanti activities program offers Shanti clients an opportunity to enjoy
some of the Bay Area’s most interesting activities & events while socializing & establishing connections with their
peers. Event tickets are free & include concerts live theater sports events opera ballet workshops classes day trips
movie night & more. Call (415)674-4754 for more information
Looking for a study? Go to www.clinicaltrials.gov to learn to search all of the NIH funded studies. There is a tutorial on
using the site & tips for narrowing your search to make it easier to find studies you would be eligible for.
HAVE TOO MUCH STUFF? Want some respectful help from people who get it? Peer responders have lived experience
with collecting and accumulating and can provide non-judgmental, harm reduction-based peer support including
multiple home visits. Contact: John Franklin, Project Coordinator (415) 421-2926 ext. 314 or john@mentalhealthsf.org
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heroin/opiate overdose & get free naloxone through the harm reduction coalitions’ dope project.
info on free massage, acupuncture, & foot care, info on free meals, free produce, cooking classes for those on a
budget, a list of fast food restaurants that accepts EBT cards & tips to eating fast food to make it more
nutritious. Info about foods that support liver health & info on foods that help with detox. ☺
info on meditation & stress reduction resources info on free tai chi, yoga, dance, strength building, & zumba
classes in SF & low/free gym memberships. Also, info about how exercise can help with depression & anxiety.
Info on HIV medications & street drug interactions , New Resource sheets on
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