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Supervisor Katy TangSunset Parkside

November

2014

Message from the Supervisor

Thank You

City Hall 1 Dr. Carlton B. Goodlett Place , Room 244 San Francisco, California 94102-4689(415) 554-7460Fax (415) 554-7432 TDD/TTY (415) 554-5227 E-mail: [email protected]

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Iwould like to take this opportunity to thank the residents o District 4 or your support during this elec-tion. Tuesdays results mean that our office will be able to continue serving residents or the next ouryears, and we are grateul that you have provided us this opportunity to continue working with you. We

look orward to continuing our work in ensuring that Sunset residents have adequate and reliable publictransportation service, access to clean and sae neighborhood parks, a strong network o small businessesin our community, services or youth and seniors, access to affordable housing, and a sae neighborhoodto live in.

Unveiled the Taraval & 32ndFacade & Mural Beautication Project

Made Changes with SFMTAon the Switchback Policy

Activated the Signal atSunset & Yorba

Launched theSunset District Blueprint

Passed Storefront VacancyLegislation at Board of

Supervisors

Held First D4Preparedness Workshop

with NERT & SFFD

Installed 24 Front YardGardens as part of Front Yard

Ambassadors Program

Held First Mobile Job Fairin District 4

At-A-GlanceOur Year

6 Cisterns Completed alongSunset Boulevard

Completed Safe-Route-to-School Project on Ortega St.

As we head into the upcoming term, I hope that you will stay connected with our office and continue to

share your thoughts and suggestions with us.

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Our rst two community events for Discover Your Districthave ban outstanding success! Created to provide community members wthe opportunity to connect with each other and enjoy neighborho

activities, Discover Your District is a rst-of-its-kind, neighborhoprogram. Our rst two events showcased the services provided by lo

dance studio Sunset Movement Artsand bicycling opportunities and saftips from the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition and Swell Bicycles. Whetit was youth learning to dance like the characters from Frozen with Julliatrained Sunset District dance teacher, Revel Paul, or families learning hto bike safely through the District, participants were able to experience unique offerings of our neighborhood. We look forward to meeting manew residents through this program.

Be sure to join us for our upcoming Discover Your District events inNovember!

Chinese Language Disaster Preparedness Course with Supervisor Tan

the American Red Cross and the Tzu Chi FoundationSaturday - November 8, 2014 (10:00am 12:00pm)Tzu Chi Foundation | 2901 Irving St. and 30thAve.Learn how to prepare yourself and your family in the event of a disaster or emergency.Class will be taught primarily in Chinese. Free lunch will be provided. (Free; Limit 40)Register Here: www.tinyurl.com/lx299nqVisit the American Red Cross Bay Area at www.redcross.org/ca/san-franciscVisit Tzu Chi Foundation at www.us.tzuchi.org/us/

Make Your Holiday Pie with Supervisor Tang and Expert Baker andOwner of Rolling-Out Caf, Bruno TseThursday - November 20, 2014 (6:30pm 8:00pm)Rolling-Out Caf | 1722 Taraval St. and 27thAve.Get prepared for your holiday feast early by making your pie with expert baker, BrunoTse. Participants should bring a pie shell, preferably a uted pie shell with removablebottom. Participants will take home a pie lling to bake at home.($5 materials fee; Limit 15)Register Here: www.tinyurl.com/ntcuojhVisit Rolling-Out Caf at www.rollingoutcafe.com

DISCOVER YOUR DISTR ICT (DYDRECAP & NOVEMBER DYD EVENT

DYD with Revel Paul at

DYD w ith the SF Bicycle Coalitionand Swell Bicycles

Sunset Movement Arts

Photo by Janice Li

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We are happy to welcome Ray Law as our newest Legislative Aidethe District 4 ofce. Ray worked as the Senior Language ServiCoordinator for the Ofce of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affa

which oversees the Language Access Ordinance in San Francisco. He led tlanguage services unit, which provides 24/7 translation and interpretatservices during emergency, crisis and urgent public safety situations within Cand County of San Francisco. He also assisted city departments on complian

with the Language Access Ordinance that ensures equal access to city services aprograms for limited English Individuals in San Francisco. Ray conducted outreach to immigrant communities on differcity services and programs. Prior to joining the City, he worked for Sing Tao Daily in the Bay Area, and used to work as a hschool teacher and paramedic in Hong Kong.

Ray has his bachelors from Hong Kong Baptist University in Chinese Language and Literature, and is a graduate of the CCollege of San Francisco in medical interpreting. Ray is uent in Cantonese and Mandarin. His hobbies include readirunning, basketball and supporting our local basketball team, the Golden State Warriors.

Introducing Ray LawNew Legislative Aide for Supervisor Tang

Did you know that over 24 tons of mattresses are collected from SanFrancisco streets and sidewalks each month? And that over 3,000street and sidewalk dumping requests are submitted to 311 every

month as well? In an effort to combat illegal dumping of bulky items,our ofce asked 311 to handle bulky item pick-up requests and routethem to Recology on behalf of residents. We are happy to report that311 quickly implemented a way for San Francisco residents to requesta bulky item pickup request by calling 311. Previously, residents couldonly submit requests by calling Recology directly or submitting a form

on their website. We are also working with 311 to allow for requests tobe received through their website and smart phone application withinthe next few months. We would like to thank 311, Recology, and SanFrancisco Public Works for working with us on this issue.

As a reminder, all residential customers both property owners andtenants are entitled to one or two free bulky item curbside pick-ups each year.

Visit http://www.recologysf.com/index.php/for-homes/residential-bulky-item-collectionto learn more about bulky item pick uprequests.

NEW: You Can Now RequestBulky Item Pickup Through 311

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Our Front Yard Ambassadors program helps Sunset residents remconcrete and landscape their front yards with the assistance of expeand volunteers. In total, through the Front Yard Ambassadors Progr

we have installed 24 gardens and removed 1,928 square feet of concrete in Sunset District, which will divert 23,136 (and counting) gallons of water frour combined sewer system. All gardens are planted with drought tolerand very low maintenance landscaping that tolerates the climate in the OuSunset.

Participants receive an estimated $1,500 of improvements and are orequired to pay for the $185 sidewalk landscaping permit. Applica

must partner with a minimum of four houses on their block (ve totApplications for the Front Yard Ambassadors Program will be open throuNovember 30thand can be found online atwww.sfbos.org/FrontYardAmbassadors.

The lower Great Highway from Sloat Boulevard to Lincoln Way is currently planned for an efcient and cost-effectpavement treatment called micro-surfacing. The Department of Public Works (DPW) is applying this technique to mthan 250 blocks throughout the City to prolong the life of our streets. Micro-surfacing preserves the asphalt pavement

protecting the surface from the effects of natural aging and the environmeIt extends the life of the road at a fraction of the cost by sealing off moistupreventing oxidation and restoring the wearing surface of the road.

Micro-surfacing is applied in dry, moderate to warm weather conditionso please be prepared for project delays if we have wet weather. The procuses a large steam-roller like truck that pours the material on the street aworkers spread the material across the roadway.

7-10 days before the work begins, residents and merchants will recea notice and 72 hours prior crews will place no-parking signs on affected block. Streets that are being treated will be closed to all trafc

the indicated dates, except for emergency vehicles. To learn more abthis process, visit www.sfdpw.org/index.aspx?page=1409.

Front Yard AmbassadorsApplication Deadline

Extended through November 30th

Pavement Preservation onthe Lower Great Highway

The Garden Project is currently accepting applications from San Francisco college students for its Earth Stewards Apprticeship program for the 2014-2015 year. The Garden Project's mission is to empower young adults through environmentbased job training and life skills programming, while transforming the urban environment. Apprentices learn organic ho

culture and landscaping skills working on the streets of San Francisco, in the Crystal Springs Watershed, and at the Hetch HetReservoir. To learn more, visit www.gardenproject.orgor email [email protected].

The Garden Project is Now Accepting Applications

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The Taraval Streetscape Improvement Project extends from 46th to 48th Avenue and is being funded by the RoRepaving and Street Safety Bond approved by voters in November 2011. The Department of Public Works initiatecommunity process to get input and feedback from residents, business owners and stakeholders about what issues a

opportunities exist along this part of the Taraval Corridor.

Three community meetings were held between 2012 and 2013. The nal project design includes:

Repaving; A safer crosswalk at 47thAvenue; Elements to enhance gateways at 46thAvenue and 48thAvenue;

Street tree plantings and bulb-out landscaping; A seating area on the northwest corner of Taraval and 46thAvenue; Permeable roadway in the parking strip; New sidewalks; and Streetlight upgrades.

Work will begin the week of November 3, 2014 and is expected to last six months. To take a look at meeting materiapresentations, and meeting notes, please visit sfdpw.org/index.aspx?page=1648. If you have questions or comments, plecontact Michael Rieger, project manager at [email protected] (415) 558-4492.

Taraval Streetscape Improvement ProjectConstruction to begin in November

PLANTED BULB-OUTS

The project area stretches from 46th Avenue to 48th Avenue on Taraval Street, a commercial corridor serving the surrounding

residential area in the Outer Sunset .

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Recap on

Neighborhood Events

What do a Frozen princess, an extraterrestrial, minions and Ghostbusters have in common? They were all charactfeatured in lms shown every Friday night in October at McCoppin Square at this years Movies in McCoppin! Whad over 100 to 200 community members enjoy the movie nights each week, and we are thrilled to share that o

ofce secured funding so that Movies in McCoppin can continue for the next four years. Our ofce would also like to thathe community organizations and government agencies that helped make this event possible, including the People of ParksSunset (POPS), Parkside Library, and Animal Care & Control. We look forward to seeing you at Movies in McCoppin neyear!

3rd Annual Movies in McCoppin

Supervisor Tang with Naomi Conroy (and Martin &Pineapple!) from SF Animal Care & Control

Supervisor Tang with POPS Members: Albert Chow, Les Ong,Reiko Chow, Yumi Sam, Waylon Pon, Dallas Udovch

Parkside Librarian Ann Dorman hosting arts & crafts.

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The 3rdAnnual Soapbox Derby on Sunday October 26thwas a great success thanks to the Friends of Larsen Playgrouand all of the volunteers who made the event possible. It was a perfect sunny day to showcase a crowd of classic avintage cars as well as enjoy some hot dogs and hamburgers served up by the San Francisco Fireghters Local 798 a

grilled to perfection on their grilling re truck. We also had a number of exciting soapbox races with cars from Riordan, PaCore CA, the reghters, Java Beach and more. Families also enjoyed great arts and crafts as well as face painting.

This event is an annual fundraiser to benet the renovation and maintenance of Larsen Playground. With constructiunderway at Larsen Playground, now is the last chance to contribute to the project and be recognized on the beautiful mos

tile walls. Donations of $250 or more will have an artist created tile.

Donate to Larsen Playground by visitingwww.sfpt.ejoinme.org/MyPages/FriendsofLarsenPlayground/tabid/479493/Default.aspx.

3rd Annual Soapbox Derby

Photos by Nano Visser

Recap on

Neighborhood Events

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We are excited to share that the Sunset District now has two great opportunities this holiday season for individuabusiness owners or other organizations to share their merchandise with our community: the Sunset District HolidCraft Fair and the Sunset Mercantile.

Our ofce is co-hosting our second annual Sunset District Holiday Craft Fair with District 4 resident Beverly BuchanHoliday shoppers can stop by for unique holiday gifts, light refreshments and holiday carols. We thank Vintage Golden Gonce again for graciously sharing their space with our community.

Sunday | December 8 | 10am 4pm

Sunset District Holiday Craft FairVintage Golden Gate | 1601 19thAve. @ Lawton St.

Find more information or sign up to be a vendor at www.sfbos.org/SunsetDistrictHolidayCraftFair.

We all know that it takes multiple trips to get holiday shopping done, so we arethrilled that the following weekend, Sunset residents Laura Peschke-Zinglerand Angie Petitt-Taylor will be hosting the rst ever Sunset Mercantileevent! There will be shopping, musicians, storytellers, delicious food andbeverages as well as a plenty of activities for children. 10% of proceeds willbenet the Francis Scott Key PTA.

Saturday | December 13 | 10am 5pm

Sunset MercantileFrancis Scott Key Elementary School (yard) | Kirkham & 42ndAveTo sign up as a vendor, entertainer or activity host, visit www.sunsetmercantilesf.comor call (415) 465-2475.

Calling All Artists and Artisans!2nd Annual Sunset District Holiday Craft Fair December 8th

and Sunset Mercantile Market December 13th

Last year our ofce publicized our Outer Sunset Holiday Gift Guide,featuring over forty small businesses around the Sunset that offer greatholiday gift options.

Keep an eye out for this years Holiday Gift Guide and think about how youcan support our local small businesses while shopping for gifts for your friendsand family! We will send out the gift guide later this month. If you have anyideas or suggestions for our guide, please email [email protected] callour ofce at (415) 554-7460.

2014 Sunset DistrictHoliday Gift GuideComing Soon

S u n setDistrictHol iday

GIFTGUIDE2 0 1 3Tis the Season to Shop Local !

Supervisor Katy Tang

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Our ofce has been working with the San Francisco MunicipalTransportation Agency (SFMTA) and the San FranciscoPublic Utilities Commission (SFPUC) on the installation of

ashing beacons that will alert drivers when the Great Highway is

closed. The upper Great Highway is often closed due to inclementweather or sand accumulation. Unfortunately, motorists are leftunaware of the closure until they arrive at the Great Highway itself,resulting in diversions through neighboring residential streets.

This can be frustrating to drivers as well as residents that live onadjacent streets affected by the resulting vehicular trafc. Thevehicular trafc on the lower Great Highway during closures has also

made the street unsafe forpedestrians and familiesliving nearby.

In response to futureclosures, the beacons willbe placed strategicallyon Lincoln Way at 33rdAvenue, Sloat Boulevard at Middleeld Drive, Skyline Boulevard at John Muir Drand Fulton Street at 33rd Avenue. The ashing beacons will say Great Highwclosed when lights ashing to encourage drivers to take alternate routes.

Electrical work has begun to install conduits, pull boxes and wiring to provpower to the beacons and controller cabinet. The SFMTA expects the pole and beacon installation work to be fast and tradisruptions to be minimal. Work will occur during the off-peak hours between 9:00am and 3:00pm. Work is on track with

expected operation date of winter 2014.

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Announcing Free Public WiFi in San Franciscoand at Sunset Playground

Furthering its role as one of the most innovative citiesthe world, San Francisco recently expanded free municiwireless internet access (WiFi) to 32 parks, plazas a

open spaces across the City. Sunset District residents are nable to access the WiFi network at Sunset Playground. To accthe network, individuals will need to connect to the #SFWnetwork. For more information on the Citys WiFi efforts, vwww.sfgov.org/SFWiFi.

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Statewide Ban on Plastic BagsBy: Laura Jefferson, District 4 Intern

San Franciscans already know to bring reusable grocery bags to supermarket, and soon all of California will have to rememberwell. California is the rst state to ban single-use plastic bags in

supermarkets and pharmacies. Senate Bill 270 (SB 270) proposed by Sena

Alex Padilla and signed into law by Governor Jerry Brown on September provides $2 million in competitive loans to plastic bag manufacturershelp them convert their operations to the production of the reusable bthat many people in counties around California have already come to knoCalifornia will completely phase out single-use plastic bags in supermark

and pharmacies by July 2015.

Read SB 270 here: http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=201320140SB270

By: Laura Jefferson, District 4 Intern

Your typical travel time on the 29-Sunset bus route will now be reduced by two to ve minutes as the result of a nchange. The 29-Sunset buses will now use a redMuni-only left-turn lane from eastbound Lincoln

Way onto northbound Crossover Drive in Golden GatePark, allowing buses to avoid the congested trafc on20thAvenue, Irving Street, and 19thAvenue.

The San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency(SFMTA) has also moved the bus stop on 19 th Avenue,south of Lincoln Way, to Crossover Drive, north of

Lincoln Way, in order to accommodate the routechange. This also means that 28-19thAvenue and 91-Owlcustomers will need to cross Lincoln to the new stop aswell. This project is part of Muni Forward Initiative, theongoing effort to create a safer, more reliable and morecomfortable experience both on and off transit. To learnmore about Muni Forward, visit www.muniforward.com.

Photo by Aaron Bialick

In September, the San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency (SFMTA) rolled out the Safe Streets SF pedestrsafety program. WalkFirst, in partnership with SFMTA, developed an innovative educational campaign to encourdrivers to respect pedestrian space at intersections and for pedestrians to use the space more attentively. Analysis was do

through focus groups, project specic studies, and web surveys.

The results of the analysis have been translated into an educational campaign that you may see throughout the City and Muni vehicles. One ad depicts cars stopped in front of a busy, unmarked crosswalk, with the text, It Stops Here. A side pasays all intersections are crosswalks, which is to remind everyone that all even unmarked crosswalks are legal pedestrcrossings. This will be coordinated with a signicant enforcement effort on behalf of the San Francisco Police Department

If you are interested in learning more about the Safe Streets SF program, you can engage with the campaign at www.facebo

com/safestreetssfand select like.

29 Sunset Route Change

Safe Streets SF Pedestrian Safety Program

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ArtSpan is a nonprot organization that worksto build community through connectingthe public to visual arts in San Francisco.

ArtSpan originated through the SF Open Studiosprogram which began in 1975 by a small group ofartists who wanted to make their art more accessibleto the public. Open Studios has grown and is nowthe oldest and largest open studios program in the

country featuring an annual, month-long art eventshowcasing over 900 emerging and established SanFrancisco artists in their studios.

Sunset District artists will be showcasing theirwork the weekend of November 8thand 9thfrom 11am 6pm. A list of the artists in our district is below,along with a corresponding map of their studios. Formore information, visit www.artspan.org.

400 Renee McKenna, 3131 Rivera St.400b Alexandra Milukhin, 2566 47thAve.400c Nadine Browning, 2046 48thAve.400d Brent Wilson, 2034 48thAve.401a Eve Lyon, 2459 27thAve.403 Brett Walker, 1697 23rdAve.404 Carmen D. Melendez-Lubo, 1659 26thAve.404a John Lindsey, 3649 Lawton St., The Great Hwy.

in the SunsetSF Open Studios

November 8th& 9th

405a Annie Galvin, 4541 Irving St., 3 Fish Studios405b Paul Madonna, 4541 Irving St., 3 Fish Studio405c Eric Rewitzer, 4541 Irving St., 3 Fish Studio406 Larry Letofsky, 1235 47thAve.406a Lennel Allen, 1244 47thAve.407 Jade Zabrowski, 1478 20thAve.407a Sherry Schaffer, 1710 Judah St.408 Noah Phyllis Levin, 1245 17thAve

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Twisted Donuts & CoffeeT

wisted Donuts & Coffeeis a donut shop that puts aunique twist on typical

pastry dough. Growing up in the

donut business, Paul Lim has lovedthe traditional donut his whole life.But this year, Paul and his wife Joyce,decided to open Twisted Donuts &Coffee and put a special twist onthe traditional donut. From theirSMores Galore, a raised donutwith chocolate icing, marshmallow,and graham cracker cereal, to theirBaconpeno, a maple bacon donut

topped with jalapenos, and many other twisted creations, Joyce and Paul Lim have revolutionized the donut paradigm. But dont wofor those who enjoy a more traditional pastry, Twisted also offers the standard donuts, croissants sandwiches, and deliciously simple fresh coffee. The next time youre looking for a sweet breakfast or an afternoon snack, make sure to stop by and check out Twisted Don

& Coffee!

Twisted Donuts & Coffee1243 Noriega Streetbetween 19thand 20thAvenues(415) 463-5437Hours: Monday-Friday 6:00am 7:00pmSaturday-Sunday 7:00am 7:00pm

New Tasty TreatsMerchant Spotlight

In the Sunset Distr ict

SwichT

here is a new sandwich shop on the block, but its not your typical haand-cheese establishment. Instead, Swich is a customizable ice-crecookie sandwich. Combining cookie avors such as chocolate chip,

velvet, and ginger with ice cream avors like strawberry, mint, and chocol

and a dippable topping of sprinkles, almonds or coconuts, youre sure to buan unforgettable ice-cream sandwich. Swich is owned by Kristen Lee and SanLam, who opened their innovative shop in September to offer a good but differdessert option in the neighborhood. Along with ice cream sandwiches, Swich aoffers hot pressed sandwiches, pies, coffee and jars of pudding. Make sure to sby, say hello, and order one of their delicious offerings!

Swich2045 Irving Streetbetween 21stand 22ndAvenues(415) 592-8091Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:00am 9:00pm

Friday-Saturday 11:00am 12:00am

Photo Credit: Thao T. (Yelp)

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NEN Award Nominations

The Neighborhood Empowerment Network (NEN) is naccepting nominations for its 7thannual NEN Awards! The NAwards are dedicated to elevating and celebrating the tremendo

work that residents and organizations do every day to make our Cityamazing and innovative place to live. Last year, our very own La PlSAFE group won the award for Outstanding Neighborhood Watch (wwempowersf.org/6th-annual-nen-awards-outstanding-neighborhood-watch/).

If you have an outstanding Sunset District resident or organization ywould like to recognize, visit http://empowersf.org/nenawards/to nominthem in one of 12 categories. Nominations will be accepted until Novem21stso submit them today!

By: Laura Jefferson, District 4 Intern

The San Francisco Zoo is currently home to Nature Connects an exhibit that is less creatureand more creative. Walk into the zoo this month and you will see giant nature-themedsculptures made entirely of LEGO bricks, courtesy of artist Sean Kenney. Kenneys

art inspires creativity within children and adults alike, and is sure to spark the creation ofcountless living room masterpieces after a trip to the zoo.

Unlike conventional sculpture mediums, working with LEGO bricks can be exciting and verychallenging. Each piece reminds people of their childhood while evoking curiosity and awe.Kenney wants to push viewers to be creative and hopes that children will go home and pushthemselves to think big and create their own works of art. The exhibit closes January 4, 2015.

Read more at www.sfzoo.org/announcements/nature-connects.

Nature Connects at the SF Zoo

The 1990 Institute has announced their inaugural annual video competition, a national contest encouraging studeages 13-24 to think more broadly about relations between the United States and China. The Youth Voices on Chcontest is part of the 1990 Institutes youth education program which aims to expand youth participation in glob

education and cross-cultural awareness of China.

Students are invited to submit a thought-provoking video 2-3 minutes in

length on a topic related to the theme, Whats China? Why UnderstandingChina is Important to My Future. The videos should be directed towardstheir American peers and should inspire them to learn more about modernChina. The 1990 Institute will award over $15,000 in cash prizes to over 12students and to more than 10 sponsoring teachers.

All eligible videos must adhere to the ofcial contest rules and entries maybe submitted online with the nal submission deadline being Monday,January 11, 2015. For more contest information, visit the 1990 Institutewebsite at www.youthvoices.1990institute.org or contact them by email [email protected].

November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & December 6 | Saturdays | 10:00am 12:00pm

Youth Voices on China Video Contest

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San Francisco Animal Care & Control1200 15thStreet @ Harrison Street

(415) 554-6364www.animalshelter.sfgov.org

The San Francisco Department of Animal Care and Control is San Franciscos only open door animal shelter that accepts any animal, in any conditof any temperament. SF ACC is responsible for the Citys stray, injured, abandoned, neglected and mistreated animals, of all species, including wildServices include adoptions, lost pets, animal law enforcement, dog licensing, animal cruelty and abuse investigations, animal rescue, and disaster plannfor pets. SF ACC is committed to the delivery of effective, courteous, and responsive animal care and control services to the residents of San Francis

Champ:(ID A355345) Big handsome fellow Champ is a 1 year old pit bull who is looking for a forevehome where he will get lots of attention, a soft bed, and the love he sodeserves. He enjoys romps in the park, playing with toys, and walks.

Ocean: (ID: A361679) This 4 month old kitten needs some extra TLC as hewas found with a wound on his face. Healing quite nicely, Ocean is a sweet,

affectionate and handsome fellow and is the perfect fall color orange!

Foxxy Love: (A358066) This little love bun is a female shorthair rabbitwith an incredibly friendly and loving demeanor. She loves people and would be perfect for a rst-time rabbit person.

Looking for a great way to kick off the holiday season? Bring the whole family over to the Sunset Elementary Schoannual Winter Gala! This fun-lled family fundraising event includes a silent and live auction, childrens activit

rafe, food and wonderful live music and entertainment! Everyone is sure to have a great time at this community eve

All the fun takes place right at Sunset Elementary School, 1920 41st Avenue @ Ortega on Saturday, December 6th from 1pto 5pm. Admission is $10 per adult and kids are FREE! ALL proceeds benet the students at Sunset Elementary via Families of Sunset PTA. For more information, visit the Sunset Elementary School PTA website at www.sunset-pta.org.

Sunset Elementary SchoolWinter Gala December 6th

Join the Sons in Retirement Social Club

The Sons in Retirement is a group of retired men who enjoy leisurely activities in the company of friends. Activitinclude golf, bocce ball, tennis, wine tasting, pinochle, local travel and more. Special events are held during the summ

and holiday seasons that include women and other friends. Additionally, the Sons In Retirement host a monthly lunwith a guest speaker on the rst Wednesday of each month. The Sons In Retirement is a social group and does not fundraor have a political or religious agenda.

If you are not devoting full time to your career and can come to their monthly meetings, call Bill Gipe at (650) [email protected].

The Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT) is a program to help the citizens of San Francisco to be self sufcient in a major disaster situation. NE

November's Adoptable Animals From ACC

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The Neighborhood Emergency Response Team (NERT) is a program to help the citizens of San Francisco to be self sufcient in a major disaster situation. NEtraining helps citizens develop multi-functional teams that are trained in basic emergency skills. Through this program, individuals learn how to prepare themseand loved ones for a disaster while also creating a resilient community. All trainings are free. To learn more, visit www.sf-re.org/index.aspx?page=859.

Class Session 1 Earthquake Awareness, Preparedness, and Hazard Mitigation 3.5 hrsClass Session 2 Types of Fire, Hazardous Materials, Utilities Shut-offs, Terrorism Awareness 3.5hrsClass Session 3 Disaster Medicine 3 hrsClass Session 4 Light Search and Rescue 3.5 hrs

Class Session 5 Emergency Team Organization, Disaster Psychology 3 hrsClass Session 6 Hands-On Application, Course review, and graduation 3.5hrs

Upcoming NERT TrainingsRegister at http://sffdnert.eventbrite.com/or call (415) 970-2024

1. Treasure Island Ship Shape Community Center | 850 Avenue INovember 12, 19 and December 3, 10 | 6:00pm 9:30pmDecember 13 | 9:00am 12:00pmDecember 13 | 1:00pm 4:30pm

2. SF Fire Department Training Division | 2310 Folsom Street (enter on 19thStreet) November 18, 20 and December 2, 4, 9, 11 | 6:00pm 9:30pm

We cannot predict exactly when a disaster or emergency will occur. However, we can take measures to prepare for an emergency that will help prevdamage and loss to our community. Our ofce will provide helpful information and resources on emergency preparedness so that District 4 residmay take precautionary steps. You can also nd more helpful information on emergency preparedness atwww.sf72.org.

The holiday season is a great time for family and friends to come together and be thankful for all that we have andcelebrate what lies ahead. Please read the following tips in order to ensure that you and your loved ones ring in thholidays safely.

If you choose to deep fry your turkey this year, remember to set the fryer more than 10 feet away from your home on a at,level surface. Always defrost the turkey before placing it in the fryer. Never leave the fryer unattended and remember to haa re extinguisher available at all times.

If you are purchasing a tree for your home, please place it at least three feet away from heat sources such as replaces, heavents, candles, radiators, or lights. Some lights are designed specically for indoor or outdoor use, so make sure the lightsyou buy are appropriate for what you are using them for. To reduce the risk of re, purchase lights that have fused plugs aare UL or ETL approved.

Remember to water your tree daily and dispose it when the needles begin to drop. Dried-out trees are a re hazard andshould never be left in, or placed against your home.

Finally, the holidays can be a hectic time for all of us. Please remember to exercise daily, eat healthy, and get plenty of sleeto reduce stress!

November Emergency Ti p

Pr epar e for Holiday MishapsBy: Jim McHugh, District 4 Intern

Upcoming NERT Train ings

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November 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & December 6 | Saturdays | 10:00am 12:00pm

Girls Who CodeGirls Who Code is a non-prot organization that encourages more girls to close the gender gap in the computer science eld.Girls will learn to code along with other beginners in an open and accepting environment. For 6th-8th grade female students.

Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th AvenueFor more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601

November 8 | Saturday | 10:00am 12:00pmChinese Language Disaster Preparedness Course with Supervisor Tang,

the American Red Cross and the Tzu Chi FoundationA Discover Your District (DYD) Event

Learn how to prepare yourself and your family in the event of a disaster or emergency. Class will be taught primarily inChinese. Free lunch will be provided. (Free; Limit 40)

Tzu Chi Foundation | 2901 Irving Street and 30thAvenueCall (415) 554-7460 or register at www.tinyurl.com/lx299nq

November 8 | Saturday | 2:00pm 3:00pmiMotion Animation

Create a short stop motion lm using toys, everyday objects, and an iPad. For teens and tweens.Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th Avenue

For more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601

November 8 & 9 | Saturday & Sunday | 11:00am 6:00pmSF Open Studios 2014 Sunset District

SF Open Studios is the oldest and largest open studios program in the country featuring a month-long art event that connectscollectors with artists while simultaneously helping artists build their network and sustain a living making art.

To nd open studios near you, visit: www.artspan.org/sfopenstudios

November 11 | Tuesday | 7:00pm

Outer Sunset Merchants and Professionals Association (OSMPA)The OSMPA fosters the trade and industrial interests of its membership, promotes the advancement of the Irving Street District;and provides a place for the open exchange of ideas, discussions and adoption of methods and policies for the good of the

neighborhood and the members.Hard Wear Store | 2401 Irving Street and 25thAvenue

For more information: www.irvingstreetmerchants.com

November 12 | Wednesday | 7:00pm 8:00pmAdvanced Health Care Directive Workshop

Presented by Carrie Huang from VITAS Innovative Hospice CareKnowing and communicating your wishes for how you want to be taken care of should you become seriously ill is one of the

best things you can do, both for yourself and your loved ones. Working with the Five Wishes tool, Carrie Huang from VITASInnovative Hospice Care will help participants explore answers to important questions about major medical and life situations.

Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd AvenueFor more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100002401

November 13 | Thursday | 6:00pmOrtega Movie Night: To Kill a Mockingbird

Atticus Finch, a lawyer in the Depression-era South, defends a black man against an undeserved rape charge, and his kids againstprejudice in this classic movie, based on the novel by Harper Lee. Directed by Robert Mulligan. Not rated; 129 minutes; 1962.

Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th AvenueFor more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601

November 15 | Saturday| 10:00am 4:00pmDianne Feinstein Elementary School Fall Harvest Carnival

Join Dianne Feinstein Elementary School for their annual Fall Harvest Carnival! There will be games, food trucks, a bake sale,music, entertainment, a petting zoo, and face painting. The Dads Club will also be hosting a Chili Smackdown Contest.

Dianne Feinstein Elementary School | 2550 25th AvenueFor more information, email Janette Najar [email protected]

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November 18 | Tuesday | 7:00pm 8:00pmCoffee Cozy Craft

Dress up your to go cup with a personalized coffee cozy made of felt.Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd Avenue

Space is limited please call (415) 355-5770 or email [email protected] register

November 18 | Tuesday | 7:00pmTaraval Police Station Community Meeting

Come listen to the Captains update and hear public safety news from around the community. To sign up for Taraval Stationsnewsletter, email [email protected].

Taraval Police Station Community Room | 2345 24thAvenue and Taraval StreetFor more information: www.sf-police.org/index.aspx?page=858

November 19 | Wednesday | 7:00pm 8:00pmAdvanced Health Care Directive Workshop (In Cantonese)

Presented by Carrie Huang from VITAS Innovative Hospice CareKnowing and communicating your wishes for how you want to be taken care of should you become seriously ill is one of the

best things you can do, both for yourself and your loved ones. Working with the Five Wishes tool, Carrie Huang from VITASInnovative Hospice Care will help participants explore answers to important questions about major medical and life situations.

Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd AvenueFor more information, visit http://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100002401

November 20 | Thursday | 6:30pm 8:00pmMake Your Holiday Pie with Supervisor Tang and Expert Baker and

Owner of Rolling-Out Caf, Bruno TseA Discover Your District Event

Get prepared for your holiday feast early by making your pie with expert baker, Bruno Tse. Participants should bring a pieshell, preferably a uted pie shell with removable bottom. Participants will take home a pie lling to bake at home. ($5

materials fee; Limit 15)

Rolling-Out Caf| 1722 Taraval Street and 27thAvenueCall (415) 554-7460 or register at www.tinyurl.com/ntcuojh. If full, you may sign-up to be included on our waiting list.

November 25 | Tuesday | 10:30am 11:30amExploratorium STEM Storytime

Join Exploratorium staff and your childrens librarian for a storytime and science activity about colors, light, and rainbows.Sponsored by The Exploratorium, teaching kids about science though doing since 1969. Suggested ages: 3-5.

Ortega Library | 3223 Ortega Street and 39th AvenueFor more information, visithttp://sfpl.org/index.php?pg=0100001601

November 25 | Tuesday | 3:30pm 4:30pmSay Thanks with a Button

Make some buttons before you leave for the break using recycled magazines and comics. You can also draw your own picture orbring one in. Pin them to your bag, jacket, shirt, etc. Buttons are 1 inch in diameter. For ages 8 and up.

Parkside Library | 1200 Taraval Street and 22nd AvenueFor more information, contact: Dorcas [email protected]. No registration required.

November 29 | SaturdaySmall Business Saturday

The Saturday after Thanksgiving, spend time shopping at small businesses in the Sunset District! By supporting local,independently-owned small businesses, we help to create and retain jobs, boost the economy and preserve San Franciscos small

businesses, many of which reside in our neighborhood commercial corridors.

For more information, visit www.americanexpress.com/shopsmall

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Out & About

2014October

Lincoln Bell Game Rally

AssessorCarmen Chu

Mayor's

ation Advisorra Mendoza

PrincipalBarnaby Payne

Restaurant Appreciation MonthJohn 's Ocean Beach Cafe

John & TonyBatshon

Movies in McCoppinwith People of Parkside Sunset

Soapbox Derby

Pumpkin Painting O

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Dimitr i Vardakastanisof Noriega Produce