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Deadline Aug. 15

The next Noe Valley Voice will be the September issue, appearing in Noe Valley on Sept. 2. If you send us your calendar items by the Aug. 15 deadline, we'll do our best to publish them. Write the Noe Valley Voice, 1021 Sanchez Street, San Francisco, CA 94114, or e-mail calendar@noevalleyvoice.com. Note: Events in Noe Valley get priority, but we'll consider items from all around the city.

Noe Valley Voice

July/August 2008 Calendar

July 1 & 15: The Noe Valley Library sponsors preschool STORY TIME at 11 am. 451 Jersey. 355-5707; www.sfpl.org.

July 1 & Aug. 5: The SPCA offers a free PET LOSS support group moderated by Dr. Betty Carmack. 7:30-9 pm. 243 Alabama. 554-3050.

July 1-26: ArtZone 461 Gallery continues its GRAND OPENING show and benefit for Visual Aid. Tues.-Sat., noon-6 pm. 461 Valencia. 441-8680; info@artzone461.com.

July 1-Aug. 5: The Freedom Socialist Party sponsors a READING GROUP to discuss Julian Nava's Viva La Raza. 7-8:30 pm. Cafetazo Café, 3087 16th. 864-1278.

July 1-Aug. 6: ART EXHIBIT "INsects INsectos" features the work of artists from Creativity Explored. Mon.-Fri., 10 am-3 pm (Thurs. until 7 pm); Sat., 1-6 pm. 3245 16th. 863-2108; www.creativityexplored.org.

July 1-Aug. 26: "Tot/Parent Spanish," sponsored by LANGO, begins at 10 am on Tuesdays. 1021 Sanchez. 282-2317; www.langokids.com.

July 1-Aug. 26: Chris Sequeira gives a beginners TAI CHI class at 6 pm on Tuesdays. 1021 Sanchez. Register: 773-8185 or 650-756-6857.

July 1-Aug. 26: The Kadampa Buddhist Temple holds MEDITATION on Tuesdays. 7-8:30 pm. 3324 17th. 503-1187.

July 1-Aug. 29: Noe Valley SENIOR CENTER serves hot lunches for people over 60, weekdays at 12:30 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez. 648-1030.

July 1-Aug. 31: OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets Monday through Saturday, 7 to 8 am. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez. 282-2317.

July 1-Sept. 7: An exhibition of the work of WILLIAM STEIG (Shrek's creator) continues at the Contemporary Jewish Museum. Fri.-Tues., 11 am-5:30 pm; Thurs. 1 -8:30 pm. 736 Mission. 655-7800; www.thecjm.org.

July 1-Sept. 26: The Pacific Center for BOOK ARTS hosts its annual member exhibit of handmade volumes. Reception July 1, 6:30-8 pm. Main Library, 100 Larkin. www.sfcb.org.

July 2-6: Noe Valley artist BEN DOMINGUEZ shows paintings at the Marin County Fair, San Rafael. 647-6050.

July 2-Sept. 30: The SF Playhouse presents the musical CABARET, set in 1931 Berlin. Wed.-Sat., 8 pm; Sat., 3 pm. 533 Sutter. 677-9596; TicketWeb.com.

July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31: A Thursday STROLLER WALK rolls from Holey Bagel at 11 am. 3872 24th. www.noestrolls.com.

July 3-20: Theatre Rhinoceros presents Ishi: The Last of the Yahi, "an epic PLAY of San Francisco history." Wed.-Sat., 8 pm.; Sun., 3 pm. Previews July 3-11. 2926 16th. 861-5079; www.TheRhino.org.

July 4-Aug. 29: CLARE tells entrancing tales for children at Cover to Cover's Friday-morning story hour, 10:30 am. 1307 Castro. 282-8080.

July 4-Aug. 29: Bird & Beckett bookstore hosts a CHILDREN'S STORY TIME Friday mornings at 11 am. 653 Chenery. 586-3733.

July 4-Aug. 29: BINGO at St. Paul's is on Friday nights at 7 pm (doors open 5 pm). 221 Valley. 648-7538.

July 5: The Swinging GUITARS of Tom Huber and Misisipi Mike (8:30 am) and Failure to Disperse (10:30 am) play the Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalley farmersmarket.com.

July 5: CounterPulse and Shaping San Francisco sponsor a Labor History TOUR of SF by bicycle. Noon-4 pm. Meet at 1310 Mission. Reservations: 608-9035; www.shapingsf.org.

July 5: Red, White, and BLUEGRASS features music by 49 Special. 2 pm. The Music Store, 66 West Portal. 664-2044; www.shelbyashpresents.net.

July 5 & Aug. 2: BERNAL BUBBLES hosts a topical "Soapbox Lecture" on the first Saturday of the month. 10-10:30 pm. 397 Cortland. 821-9530; www.bernalbubbles.com.

July 5-Aug. 31: National Park Service rangers lead free WALKING TOURS along SF's northern waterfront. Sat. & Sun., 10:30-11:30 am. 447-5000; www.nps.gov/safr.

July 6: The Golden Gate National Recreation Area hosts a day of FIELD SKETCHING with Jack Laws, in the Presidio (ages 12 and up). 10 am-2 pm. Meet at Lobos Dunes parking lot. Rsvp required: mbzlat@yahoo.com.

July 6: Rocket DOG RESCUE shows off dogs who need homes. Noon-4 pm. Zephyr Real Estate, 4040 24th. 642-4786.

July 6: Animal Care and Control offers a free CAT MICROCHIPPING clinic for the pets of SF residents. 1-4 pm. 1200 15th. 554-6364.

July 7-11, 14-28 & 21-25: Summer DAY CAMP at Terra Mia features a week of creativity for ages 5 to 13. 10 am-2 pm. 1314 Castro. Register at 281-9768; for info, 642-9911.

July 9: Historian Richard Schwartz presents a slide lecture based on his new book, Eccentrics, Heroes, and Cutthroats of Old BERKELEY. 6:30-7:30 pm. Glen Park Library, 2825 Diamond. 355-2858.

July 11: The Porchlight sixth anniversary show features BETH LISICK and Arline Klatte. 8 pm. Swedish American Hall, 2174 Market. 861-5016; www.cafedunord.com.

July 11: The Noe Valley Music Series' annual BASTILLE DAY CONCERT features the Baguette Quartet performing Parisian café music from 1920-50s. 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez. 454-5238; www.noevalley musicseries.com.

July 11 & 12: Watch avant-garde musical THEATER at performances of Viva Cuba, written and choreographed by David Jones. 8 pm. Mission Cultural Center 2868 Mission. 821-1155; www.missionculturalcenter.org.

July 11-13: The 13th annual SILENT FILM Festival features Harold Lloyd's The Kid Brother and Marion Davies' The Patsy, among 10 other films with live music accompaniment. Castro Theatre, 429 Castro. 1-800-838-3006; www.silentfilm.org.

July 12: The Noe Valley Farmers' Market hosts MUSIC by the Faux Brummels (8:30 am) and Swing Serenade (10:30 am). 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

July 12: Different Spokes GLBT cycling club holds its monthly JERSEY RIDE, starting at Peet's Coffee, 2257 Market at 16th, at 8:30 am. Jerseys optional. Rides@dssf.org.

July 12: Pam Peirce, author of Golden Gate Gardening and Wildly Successful Plants, discusses the how-to's of veggie and herb GARDENING at the 30th Street Senior Center. 10 am. 225 30th. www.goldengategarden.typepad.com.

July 12: Forbeadin offers an intensive BEGINNING JEWELRY techniques class from 10 am to 12:30 pm. 1195 Church. 641-1414; www.forbeadin.com.

July 12: This month's PLANT SALE at Strybing Arboretum features forty different types of salvia and drought-resistant shrubs. 10 am-1 pm. Golden Gate Park. 661-1316; www.sfbotanicalgarden.org.

July 12: A LITQUAKE benefit features sports-related readings by Jack Boulware, Bucky Sinister, Jennifer Sey, Eddie Muller, Beth Lisick, and Alan Black, and music by Naked Lady Wrestlers. 9 pm. Edinburgh Castle Pub, 850 Geary. 885-4074; www.litquake.org.

July 12: Poet Diane di Prima reads from her Recollections of My Life as a Woman: The New York Years, and her in-progress second memoir. 4 pm. Bird & Beckett, 653 Chenery. 586-3733; www.birdbeckett.com.

July 12-Aug. 16: Dance Mission Theater offers a BRAZILIAN DANCE workshop, with Isaura Oliveira. Sat., noon-2 pm. 3316 24th. 273-4633.

July 13: The Singletarians hold a POTLUCK for men and women, 45 and up. Noon. First Unitarian Church, 1187 Franklin. 922-3033.

July 13: Preacher and transgender activist Dr. Dawnne Woodie speaks at the monthly meeting of PFLAG Support Group. 2-4 pm. St. Francis Lutheran Church, 152 Church. 921-8850; www.pflagsf.org.

July 13: SFSOUNDSeries hosts a performance of works by Steve Reich, Giacinto Scelsi, Salvatore Sciarrino, and Alan Hilario. 8 pm. ODC Dance Commons Studio B, 351 Shotwell. 863-9834; www.odcdance.org.

July 13: MC ZULU does dancehall digital stepping at the Elbo Room. 9 pm-2 am. 647 Valencia. 552-7788. www.dubmissionsf.com.

July 14-Aug. 10: Joel Hoyer and Anna Efanova exhibit their work at the Rozanoff ART GALLERY. Reception July 18, 6-9 pm. 355 29th. 916-0899; rozanoffart.com.

July 15: Leonard Pitt, author of Walks in Lost Paris, discusses the city portrayed in turn of the century postcards in "PARIS A La Carte." 6 pm. Mechanics' Institute, 57 Post. 474-7787; www.milibrary.org.

July 15: Jessica Fields discusses her book, Risky Lessons: SEX EDUCATION and Social Inequality. 7 pm. Modern Times Bookstore, 888 Valencia. 282-9246.

July 15: Nobody from Ipanema performs live music at the ELBO ROOM. 10 pm. 647 Valencia. 552-7788; www.elbo.com.

July 16: Noe Valley Democratic Club hosts a panel discussion on national HEALTH CARE, with representatives from both the Obama and McCain campaigns. 7:30 pm. St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond. 641-5838.

July 16: Intersection for the Arts hosts a CHAPBOOK release party for the fifth annual Intergenerational Writers Lab. 7:30 pm. 446 Valencia. 626-2787; www.theintersection.org.

July 16-Aug. 2: Sehwon Min exhibits watercolor and gouache PAINTINGS at Little Tree Gallery. Wed.-Sat., noon-6 pm. 3412 22nd. 643-4929.M

July 16-Aug. 10: Project Artaud hosts a multimedia group ART EXHIBIT, "Hum." Reception July 20, 6-9 pm; Wed.-Sat., 2-5 pm. 450 Florida. 863-9834; www.artaud.org/theater.

July 17: Deadline for submitting CARTOONS or PHOTOS for a juried show Aug. 15 to Sept. 12 at Mission Cultural Center for Latino Arts. Entry fee $15. 2868 Mission. 821-1155; www.missionculturalcenter.org.

July 17: A reception for Pet Camp CAT SAFARI introduces a new book, Luxury for Cats, and benefits the SF/SPCA therapy programs. 5:30-7:30 pm. 3233 Sacramento. 522-3564; www.sfspca.org.

July 17: POET Robin Messing reads from her new book, Serpent in the Garden of Dreams; open mic follows. 7 pm. Bird & Beckett, 653 Chenery. 586-3733.

July 17-26: BRIAN COPELAND performs Not a Genuine Black Man at the Marsh. Thurs. & Fri., 8 pm; Sat., 5 pm. 1062 Valencia. 826-5750; www.themarsh.org

July 19: Jude (8:30 am) and They Call Me Lucky (10:30 am) perform at the Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

July 19: The SF Bicycle Coalition and the makers of Fat Tire Beer host the TOUR DE FAT. 9 am-4 pm. Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park. 431-BIKE; www.sfbike.org.

July 19: Learn URBAN COMPOSTING at the Garden for the Environment. 10 am-noon. Lawton & 7th Ave. 731-5627.

July 19: "Sun, Wind & Water Day" at the Randall Museum features hands-on activities and experiments for all ages. 10 am-2 pm. 199 Museum Way. 554-9600; www.randallmuseum.org.

July 19: The Women of St. Paul's host a benefit PASTA DINNER, with a no-host bar. 5:30-10 pm. Parish Hall, 221 Valley. For reservations, 648-7538.

July 19 & Aug. 16: PROGRESSIVE READINGS includes appearances by Ethan Canin, Tara Jepsen, and Po Bronson. 7 pm. The Makeout Room, 3225 22nd. 647-2888; www.progressivereadingseries.org.

July 20: AIDS WALK is a 6.2 mile walkathon benefiting HIV programs in the Bay Area. 8:30 am. Sharon Meadow, Golden Gate Park. Register at 615-9255; www.aidswalk.net.

July 20: Painter Ellen Into exhibits hosts an OPEN STUDIO, with guest artists, and reception. 1-5 pm. 4189 24th. 550-8864.

July 20: TANGO No. 9 performs at Bird & Beckett. 4:30 pm. 653 Chenery. 586-3733; www.birdbeckett.com.

July 20: Yaelisa and her Caminos Flamencos perform "CAFÉ FLAMENCO," presented by ODC Theater. 7-9 pm. Project Artaud Theater, 450 Florida. 863-9834; www.odctheater.org.

July 21: Dr. Paul Blanc from UCSF discusses "The TOXICOLOGY of Everyday Products." 7-9 pm. Atlas Café, 3049 20th. 648-1047; www.sciencecafesf.com.

July 22: Clinical sexologist and breast cancer survivor Sueann Mark discusses "Sexuality After CANCER" at UCSF. 1600 Divisadero, third floor, room H3805. 476-3793; www.drsueannmark.com.

July 22: FILMS for preschoolers include Harold's Fairy Tale, Knuffle Bunny, and Madeline. 10:15 and 11 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 355-5707; www.sfpl.org.

July 23: Gerald Halsom discusses Workin' Man Blues: COUNTRY MUSIC in California. 7 pm. Modern Times, 888 Valencia. 282-9246.

July 23-26: SF Bicycle Coalition sponsors the 8th annual BICYCLE Film Festival, at Victoria Theater, 16th & Mission, and various other locations. sfbike.org/bff.

July 23 & 30: SF City Chorus performs choral SING-ALONGS. 7:30-9:30 pm. Lakeside Presbyterian Church, 201 Eucalyptus at 19th Ave. 701-7664; www.sfcitychorus.org.

July 24: Michelle Tea hosts the Eureka Valley Library's RADAR SALON, featuring Robert Mailer Anderson and Daniel Handler, aka Lemony Snicket. 7-8:30 pm. Three Dollar Bill Café, 1800 Market. 557-4353; www.sfpl.org.

July 24-26: The SF International POETRY FESTIVAL begins with a 6 pm Thursday party in Balmy Alley followed by a Lit Crawl, and continues thru Saturday with events at the Mission Cultural Center/Mission Library. 626-7500; www.friendssfpl.org; www.litquake.org.

July 24-31: The SF JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL screens films at the Castro Theater. 429 Castro. For a schedule: www.sfjff.org.

July 25 & Aug. 29: PARENTS' NIGHT OUT on the last Friday of the month at Bethany United Methodist Church offers games, movies, naps, and refreshments for children, from 5 to 10 pm. 1268 Sanchez. 647-8397.

July 26: Damond Moodie (8:30 am) and Dennis Campagna & Friends (10:30 am) play the Noe Valley FARMERS' MARKET. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332.

July 26: The Older Women's League (OWL) holds its monthly meeting. 10 am. 870 Market, room 1185. 989-4422; www.owlsf.org.

July 26-29: Victoria Doggett performs a solo MONOLOGUE about her experiences exhibiting at "Fancy Food Shows" in Kiss My Booth. 8 pm. The Marsh, 1062 Valencia. 826-5750; www.themarsh.org

July 27: The SPCA's CANINE CONFORMATION clicker seminar features a talk by Vicki Ronchette, author or Positive Training for Show Dogs. 10 am-5:30 pm. 2500 16th. 522-3509; www.sfspca.org/classes.

July 27: FILM NIGHT in the Park features The Breakfast Club (1985) at dusk in Dolores Park. www.sfntf.org.

July 29: Bonnie Lockhart hosts a SING-ALONG for all ages. 10:15 & 11 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 355-5707; www.sfpl.org.

July 29: The Knuckle Knockers Duo perform mountain music from APPALACHIA for all ages. 10:30 -11:15 am. Glen Park Library, 2825 Diamond. 355-2858.

July 30: Come play Guitar Hero, Dance Revolution, and more at GAME NIGHT at the Mission Library. 6 pm. 300 Bartlett. 355-2800.

July 31: Staff from the Marine Mammal Center present a program about "Playful PINNIPEDS." 1-2 pm. Park Branch Library, 1833 Page. 335-5656.

July 31 & Aug. 28: Peekabootique's PARENTS PARTY offers wine, Orangina, and goldfish crackers. Last Thursday of the month. 5:30-7:30 pm. 1306 Castro. 641-6192.

Aug. 1: A documentary about Brian Singer's "1000 Journals Project" screens at the Roxie Film Center. 3117 16th. 863-1087; www.1000journals.com.

Aug. 1 & 2: SF Choral Society sings Benjamin Britten's War Requiem. 8 pm. Davies Symphony Hall, Grove & Van Ness. Complimentary tickets to junior and senior high school students (e-mail kaklein@pacbell.net and give name and school). 392-4400; cityboxoffice.com.

Aug. 2: The Swinging GUITARS of Tom Huber and Misisipi Mike (8:30 am) and Devil's Slide (10:30 am) play the Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 2: The SUMMER GARDEN FAIR at Strybing Arboretum features representatives from various plant societies and science groups. 10 am-3 pm. Golden Gate Park. 661-1316; www.sfbotanicalgarden.org.

Aug. 3: Naturalist Matt Zlatunich leads a five-mile HIKE in search of habitats of endangered species like the brown pelican and the southern sea otter; sponsored by Golden Gate National Recreation Area. 8 am-2 pm. Meet at Baker Beach north parking lot. Rsvp required: mbzlat@yahoo.com.

Aug. 3: Actors Susan Anton, Connie Champagne, and Lucy Lawless perform in a BENEFIT for five local AIDS organizations. 7:30 pm. Palace of Fine Arts. 931-0317; www.richmondermet.org.

Aug. 7: Craig Dawson presents a lecture, "MOUNT SUTRO: Uncovering Hidden Treasures." 7:30 pm. County Fair Building, Golden Gate Park, 9th Ave at Lincoln. 661-1316; www.sfbotanicalgarden.org.

Aug. 7, 14, 21 & 28: A Thursday STROLLER WALK rolls out from Holey Bagel at 11 am. 3872 24th. www.noestrolls.com.

Aug. 9: Jude (8:30 am) and They Call Me Lucky (10:30 am) perform at the Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 9: The non-profit Fear of Flying Clinic offers a WORKSHOP at SF Airport for people dealing with aerophobia. 9 am-4:30 pm. 650-341-1595; fofc.com.

Aug. 9: HAWAIIAN GUITARISTS Led Kaapana and Mike Kaawa perform a concert at the Noe Valley Ministry. 8:15 pm. 1021 Sanchez. 454-5238; www.noevalleymusicseries.com.

Aug. 9: FILM NIGHT in the Park features Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid at dusk in Union Square Park. www.sfntf.org.

Aug. 10: SFSound Series presents a sampling of NEW MUSIC from '60s tapes at ODC Dance Commons, 351 Shotwell. 8 pm. SfSound.org or info@newmusicbayarea.org.

Aug. 12: DR. DEAN ORNISH discusses healthful living choices at a booksigning at the Commonwealth Club. 5:30 pm. 595 Market, 2nd floor. 597-6705; www.commonwealthclub.org.

Aug. 13: Noe Valley Democratic Club hosts a panel discussion on HEALTH CARE, with representatives from both the Obama and McCain campaigns. 7:30 pm. St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond. 641-5838.

Aug. 14 & 26: Beacon COLLEGE FUNDING Solutions hosts two free seminars on ways to pay for higher education. 6:30-7:30 pm. Fort Mason building C. Reservations: 550-8040; info@beaconcollegefunding.com.

Aug. 15-17: 17-year-old composer Red Bennett premieres his FANTASY OPERA, What They Seem. Fri, & Sat., 8 pm; Sun., 2 pm. Mission Cultural Center, 2868 Mission. 252-1750.

Aug. 16: The Noe Valley Farmers' Market hosts MUSIC by the Faux Brummels (8:30 am) and Dennis Campagna & Friends (10:30 am). 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 16: Community Boards hosts a MEDIATION WORKSHOP covering advanced settlement strategies. 9 am-5 pm. Golden Gate University, 920-3820, ext. 109; www.communityboards.org.

Aug. 16-24: The Westwave DANCE FESTIVAL includes more than 45 local dance and digital media artists. Novellus Theater at Yerba Buena Center. For program info: 978-2787; www.dancersgroup.org.

Aug. 18: UC Berkeley's Dr. Ken Goldberg gives a talk, "Power to the People: ROBOTS and Representational Democracy." 7-9 pm. Atlas Café, 3049 20th. 648-1047; www.sciencecafesf.com.

Aug. 23: Damond Moodie (8:30 am) and Dennis Campagna & Friends (10:30 am) play the Noe Valley FARMERS' MARKET. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332.

Aug. 25: Marion Nestle reads from her new book, PET FOOD Politics. 6 pm. Noe Valley Pet Company, 1451 Church. 282-7385.

Aug. 26: PHOTOGRAPHER Dennis Anderson discusses his book Hidden Treasures of the San Francisco Bay at the SF History Association meeting. 7 pm. St. Philip's Church, 725 Diamond. 750-9986; www.sanfranciscohistory.org.

Aug. 30: Misisipi Mike (8:30 am) and Anna Laube and Friends (10:30 am) play MUSIC at the Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Sept. 4: Free Scottish Country DANCE lessons and a party start at 8 pm. An introductory class follows on Sept. 11. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez. www.sf-scottishdancers.org; 333-9372.

Remember September:

Deadline Aug. 15

The next Noe Valley Voice will be the September issue, appearing in Noe Valley on Sept. 2. If you send us your calendar items by the Aug. 15 deadline, we'll do our best to publish them. Write the Noe Valley Voice, 1021 Sanchez Street, San Francisco, CA 94114, or e-mail calendar@noevalleyvoice.com. Note: Events in Noe Valley get priority, but we'll consider items from all around the city.