Iraq war discussion

Wednesday, July 14, discuss the Iraq war and its implications at "The Ever-Expanding War: A Discussion on the Draft and Resistance." Besides National Lawyers Guild members Marti Hiken and Luke Hiken, guests include Rose Braz of Critical Resistance and military resisters Stephen Funk and Alexis Castillo. 7-9 p.m., St. Boniface Church, 133 Golden Gate, S.F. Free. (415) 285-5067.

Documentary on Palestinians

Thursday, July 15, watch Until When ..., a documentary that follows the lives of four Palestinian families as they cope with the severe reality of the occupation. The event features a report by Jess Ghannam, one of the filmmakers and president of the Arab-American Anti-Discrimination Committee. 7:30 p.m., Artists' Television Access, 992 Valencia. $5 donation. (415) 821-6545.

Jim Siegel kickoff

Thursday, July 15, meet District Five candidate for supervisor Jim Siegel for a tour of the historic Westerfeld House on Alamo Square. Light food, wine tasting, an art showcase, and DJs are also part of the event. 6:30-8:30 p.m., 1198 Fulton, S.F. $25-$250 sliding scale. (415) 921-7442.

Stop prison torture

Thursday, July 15, learn about abusive conditions in the U.S. prison system and what you can do to fight them. With the United States having the highest imprisonment rate in the world, every American should be informed about the unjust treatment of prisoners in our jails. The United Front to Abolish Security Housing Units and the Maoist Internationalist Movement sponsor the event. 7 p.m., Women's Building, 3543 18th St., S.F. Free. (415) 267-4879.

Workers speak out

Thursday, July 15, come hear what young retail workers, union members, and activists have to say about challenges faced by young grocery workers in northern California at an open mic event. The night includes spoken word, poetry, DJs, live music, and food. 6-10 p.m., United Food and Commercial Workers Local Hall, 1980 Mission, S.F. Free. (707) 333-6358.

Women for Saucedo

Friday, July 16, join Renee Saucedo, candidate for District Nine supervisor, and other women community leaders for auctions, appetizers, and art as they celebrate Saucedo's grassroots campaign. This fundraising event is hosted by Women for Renee Saucedo. 6 p.m., Picture Latino Art Gallery/Frame Shop, 934 Valencia, S.F. Donations accepted. (415) 248-1620.

Benefit for Hallinan

Saturday, July 17, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, state senate president John Burton, Mayor Gavin Newsom, and many others hold a lifetime achievement award dinner for former district attorney Terence Hallinan. The evening begins with a reception and a performance by Freedom Song Network, followed by dinner and the award presentation. Proceeds go to retire Hallinan's 2003-04 campaign debt. 6 p.m., Palio d'Asti, 640 Sacramento, S.F. $75-$750. To purchase tickets call (415) 285-3414.

FCC hearing in Monterey

Saturday, July 10, attend a public hearing on local broadcasting organized by the Federal Communications Commission. One of six such hearings held throughout the country, this is a rare opportunity for you to express your opinion about how the FCC's ownership rules affect the media's ability to serve local communities. Monterey Conference Center, 1 Portola Plaza, Monterey. For time and more information go to www.fcc.gov/localism.

Protest the power elite

Sunday, July 18, head for the Bohemian Grove in the Russian River community of Monte Rio to protest the power elite at their annual two-week retreat. While members of the secret all-male club – which includes media giants, government leaders, and corporate CEOs – cavort on the 2,700-acre luxury encampment, protesters will gather at the gates to stand up for democracy. Sherry Glaser, David Rovics, and David Lippman (a.k.a. Shrub, the Singing CIA Agent) perform during the festivities. 1-5 p.m., meet in the Monte Rio Beach main parking lot, Monte Rio. (707) 569-9922, www.nionsc.org.

RNC mobilization meeting

Sunday, July 18, help plan direct actions at the Republican National Convention to be held in New York City from Aug. 29 through Sept. 3. Direct Action to Stop the War holds a meeting to organize efforts for the mass nonviolent civil disobedience Aug. 31. Noon, New College of California, 777 Valencia, S.F. www.actagainstwar.org.

Neighborhood meeting

Monday, July 19, talk about community issues with the North Mission Neighborhood Alliance. Housing, land-use, and safety needs for the residents of the North Mission-McCoppin Street-16th Street corridor are some of the topics on the agenda. Guests include representatives from the Mayor's Office, along with the public service coordinator of Octavia Boulevard. 7 p.m., Bahai Center, 170 Valencia, S.F. Free. (415) 861-7425.