Meet the Green candidate

Wednesday, Dec. 10, the San Francisco Green Party hosts a meeting with the Green Party candidate for the 2004 presidential race, David Cobb, who also serves as the general counsel for the Green Party of the United States. 8 p.m., Green Party Office, 1028A Howard, S.F. Free. (415) 626-9134.

Rally for prisoners

Wednesday, Dec. 10, this Human Rights Day, gather to expose human rights abuses of prisoners at the "Bring Our Prisoners Home" rally sponsored by California Coalition for Women Prisoners, Action Committee for Women in Prison, and others. Noon, San Francisco State Building, 350 McAllister, S.F. (415) 255-7036, ext. 339.

San Francisco Tomorrow party

Wednesday, Dec. 10, San Francisco Tomorrow invites you to its annual holiday party. Celebrate with the group dedicated to improving neighborhood livability and increasing urban open spaces. 6 p.m., Forest Hill Clubhouse, 381 Magellan, S.F. Free. (415) 564-1482.

Animal liberationists speak

Thursday, Dec. 11, the Ecology Center presents an evening with grassroots animal liberationists Kelah Bott and David Hayden. The speakers will lead a discussion of human alienation from nature via the commodification of animals, our environment, and each other. 7-9 p.m., Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo, Berk. Free. (510) 548-2220, ext. 233.

Challenging corporate power

Thursday, Dec. 11, Global Exchange authors Kevin Danaher and Jason Mark discuss their new book, Insurrection: Citizen Challenges to Corporate Power, which chronicles the growing corporate-accountability movement and the battles against NAFTA and the World Trade Organization. 7:30 p.m., Modern Times Bookstore, 888 Valencia, S.F. Free. (415) 558-9490.

Film from the Philippines

Thursday, Dec. 11, Lino Brocka's Ora Pro Nobis (Fight for Us), a film based on actual events, tells the story of a former priest and political prisoner in the Philippines who investigates human rights abuses during the Corazon Aquino era. 8 p.m., Artists' Television Access, 992 Valencia, S.F. $5 donation. (415) 558-9490.

Lesbian health issues

Thursday, Dec. 11, the Bay Area Community of Women, the Lesbian Health Research Center, and other groups sponsor this presentation aimed at lesbians over 40. Dr. Kate O'Hanlan leads a discussion on cancer prevention, menopause and hormone replacement therapy, sexuality, and health risks. 7 p.m., 1800 Market, S.F. Free. mindyb@bacw.org.

Meet Rev. Al Sharpton

Thursday, Dec. 11, find out where longtime civil rights activist Rev. Al Sharpton stands on the issues as he campaigns for the 2004 presidential Democratic Party nomination at this Commonwealth Club of California gathering. Check-in 11:30 a.m., program noon, Commonwealth Club of California, 595 Market, second floor, S.F. $6-$12. (415) 597-6700.

Oakland Port arrests benefit

Thursday, Dec. 11, help cover the legal expenses of the antiwar protesters arrested at the Port of Oakland April 7, 2003, at this benefit. The Oakland 25 Coalition puts on an evening of live music, DJs, and food and refreshments. 8 p.m., Humanist Fellowship Hall, 411 28th St., Oakl. $10-$20 donation. (510) 654-4967.

Activist mentors

Friday, Dec. 12, this month's installment in the "So How'd You Become an Activist?" series features speakers Daniel Ellsberg, the Pentagon Papers whistle-blower, and performer Sherry Glaser (Oh, My Goddess!). 7 p.m., Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists, 1924 Cedar, Berk. $5 donation. (415) 927-1645.

Antiglobalization movement

Friday, Dec. 12, the international editor of Socialist Action Newspaper, Gerry Foley, reports on his recent experiences meeting with antiglobalization movement leaders in Argentina and Brazil. 7:30 p.m., Socialist Action Bookstore, 298 Valencia, S.F. $3-$5 donation. (415) 255-1080.

Anarchist festival

Sunday, Dec. 14, the Anti-Militarist Anarchists speak against the predominance of armed forces, with education and entertainment from Lynx, International Maggot Theatre, Six Pack Four, and others. 6 p.m.-midnight, Fellowship of Humanity, 390 27th St., Oakl. $5-$15 donation. (510) 644-4187.

Bike bash

Sunday, Dec. 14, come to the Winterfest Party and Auction sponsored by the San Francisco Bicycle Coalition. The party includes live music, free food and beer, and an auction of bicycle art and gear. Get an SFBC membership at the door. 5:30 p.m., SomArts Gallery, 934 Brannan, S.F. $25 for new members, $5 members. (415) 431-2453.

Reception with Kucinich

Monday, Dec. 15, Democratic presidential candidate Dennis J. Kucinich makes an appearance at the "Celebration of Light," a reception with special guests followed by a public forum. 5:30-10 p.m., Unitarian Universalist Church, 1187 Franklin, S.F. (415) 776-4580.

9/11 aftermath

Tuesday, Dec. 16, attend a screening of the documentary Aftermath: Unanswered Questions from 9/11, which features nine activists and researchers answering 11 of the most pressing questions regarding that day. A question-and-answer session with Bay Area activists follows each screening. 7:15 and 9:25 p.m., Red Vic Movie House, 727 Haight, S.F. $6.50. (415) 668-3994.