September 11, 2002

'Clean Elections'

Thursday, Sept. 12, learn how publicly funded elections can become a reality in California. Robert Perez from the California League of Conservation Voters and Gary Krane, director of the Fair Elections Speakers Bureau, discuss the public financing model already applied in Maine and Arizona, as well the movement under way in California. 7 p.m., Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo, Berk. Free. (510) 548-2220, ext. 233.

The Constitution and terror

Thursday, Sept. 12, as lead defense attorney for John Walker Lindh, James J. Brosnahan has a unique perspective on civil liberties and the Constitution in regard to the war on terrorism. Hear him discuss the questionable steps the United States government has taken since last Sept. 11 in detaining and prosecuting "enemy combatants." 6 p.m., World Affairs Council, 312 Sutter, S.F. $12, $5 students, free for members. (415) 293-4600.

Break the chains

Friday, Sept. 13, attend Breaking the Chains, a benefit for Unchained Reaction, an antinuclear electronic dance party held at the U.S. military's Nevada nuclear testing site in conjunction with activist events. There will be performances by DJs Niteshade and Gawker, Andres Octavio, Sataka, and Brain Damage, screenings of Indymedia films, and an appearance by Corbin Harney, spiritual leader of the Western Shoshone Nation. 6 p.m., 225 Potrero, S.F. $5-$15 sliding scale. (510) 496-6000, ext. 303.

Immigrants' rights

Saturday, Sept. 14, San Francisco's first Summit on Immigrant Rights addresses the state of immigrant communities in the city in the wake of the Sept. 11 attacks, as well as the city's ability to help them. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, 99 Grove, S.F. Free. (415) 554-4789.

Music for free

Saturday, Sept. 14, musicians and performers participate in an event to support the Electronic Frontier Foundation's Campaign for Audiovisual Free Expression. The EFF works in support of the public's right to access and use audiovisual technologies. Noon-5 p.m., Music Concourse Bandshell, Golden Gate Park (near 10th Ave. and Fulton), S.F. Free. (415) 436-9333, ext. 101.

No new war

Saturday, Sept. 14, oppose preparations for a war against Iraq at a rally and march cosponsored by International ANSWER Coalition and International Longshore and Warehouse Union Local 10. Rally 11 a.m., United Nations Plaza, Market at Seventh St., S.F.; march noon, to Jefferson Square Park, Turk at Gough, S.F. Free. (415) 821-6546.

Nuclear issues

Saturday, Sept. 14, nuclear waste transportation, storage, and testing are the topics discussed at this community-building event. Speakers include Corbin Harney and members of Western States Legal Foundation. Food will be served. 4-8 p.m., Quaker Meeting House, 65 Ninth St., S.F. $5 donation. (415) 252-8734.

'Resist the Silence'

Saturday, Sept. 14, informational and cultural performances as well as a panel discussion are planned for "Resist the Silence," an event sponsored by the Women of Color Resource Center and the San Francisco Women's Building, among others. 5-9 p.m., San Francisco Women's Building, 3543 18th St., S.F. $10-30 sliding scale. (415) 431-1180, ext. 17.

'Yes on D'

Saturday, Sept. 14, mobilize for public power with the Yes on D campaign. Find out how you can help the campaign or volunteer. 10 a.m., Teacher's Union Office, 655 14th St., S.F. Free. (415) 820-1418.

'Yes on Measure DD'

Saturday, Sept. 14, kick off the campaign for Measure DD with the Oakland Trust for Clean Water, Safe Parks by walking precincts, drumming up support, and distributing lawn signs. Oakland City Council members Danny Wan and Jane Brunner will speak. Meet 10 a.m., Service Employees International Union Local 250, 560 20th St., Oakl. Free. (510) 873-8787, ext. 111.

'March Against Greed'

Sunday, Sept. 15, the Campaign for Renters Rights marches in Diablo to support Oakland resident Doris Stancil, a disabled retiree who is being evicted after 10 years in her home. Join campaign members as they march into Stancil's landlord's neighborhood. Car pool meets 10 a.m., MacArthur BART parking lot, MacArthur at 40th St.; returns 2 p.m., Oakl. Free. (510) 595-5545.

Youth writing

Monday, Sept. 16-Tuesday, Sept. 17, Streetside Stories, a nonprofit arts education group, hosts two workshops to further youth writing. Monday, the search is on for community members to share their own stories as well as assist with students' writing, brainstorming, and storytelling. Tuesday evening will be spent in conjunction with Hands on San Francisco creating journals for each of the 800 youths enlisted in the program. Monday, 6-7:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 6:30-9 p.m., Streetside Stories, 285 Ninth St., S.F. Free. (415) 864-5221.

Undamming America

Tuesday, Sept. 17, attend a reading and book signing with Elizabeth Grossman, author of Watershed: The Undamming of America. With questions arising about the Hetch Hetchy dam in Yosemite Valley, the timing is perfect for this discussion of current or prospective dam removals. 7 p.m., Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo, Berk. Free. (510) 548-2220, ext. 223.

Help for the homeless

Tuesday, Sept. 17, discuss help for the homeless at a panel discussion, hosted by the Gray Panthers, on the effectiveness of current laws and three proposals: Care not Cash, Exit from Homelessness, and Continuum of Care. Refreshments 12:30, program 1-3 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Center, 1187 Franklin, S.F. Free. (415) 552-8800.

Potrero pollution

Tuesday, Sept. 17, attend a community meeting, held by Communities for a Better Environment, to help citizens find out more about the city's alternative energy plan. 6:30 p.m., Potrero Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro, S.F. Free. (510) 302-0430.

Celebrate CorpWatch

Wednesday, Sept. 18, enjoy belly dancing, world music, beverages, and snacks at a fundraiser for San Francisco-based CorpWatch, which celebrates more than five years of service. Journalist and author Naomi Klein will discuss the future of the antiglobalization movement. 6:30-9:30 p.m., San Francisco Women's Building, 3543 18th St., S.F. $30. (415) 561-6568.

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