June 2009 Calendar

Garry Hanna of the San Francisco Gay Men’s Chorus leads group members in song at the temporary 17th Street Plaza which opened last month. While use of the space has depended on the weather, people have been observed in all conditions making use of the tables and makeshift seating, getting together with others and pausing to rest or read or even do paperwork. A hearing in July will determine whether to extend the space until September. (photo: Bill Sywak)

Frameline Film Festival to Run June 18-28
Frameline, the oldest and largest LGBT film festival, will present more than 200 films from all over the world from June 18-28 at the Roxie Cinema, Castro Theatre and Victoria Theater.
Promoters expect more than 60,000 patrons during the 11 days of Frameline33. The films, both short and feature, examine gay lives in the Latino, Asian American, African American, and Native American communities.

Opening night will feature “An Englishman in New York,” starring John Hurt as Quentin Crisp who shot to fame as “the naked civil servant.” One highlight of the festival is “Patrick, Age 1.5,” a Swedish film about a gay couple who get more than they bargain for when their adopted “baby” turns out to be a cranky 15-year-old boy. Another anticipated film is “Prodigal Sons,” a documentary about a transgender woman going home to Montana for her high school reunion.

Famous local twin filmmakers George and Mike Kuchar will receive the 2009 Frameline Award at a screening of the new documentary “It Came From Kuchar” on Sunday, June 21 at the Castro Theatre.

For more info and tickets, visit frameline.org – tickets are also available at the Frameline Box Office at Superstar Video at 474 Castro St.
– Tom Mayer

June Calendar

Castro Community Benefits District (CBD) Meeting: Thursday, June 11, 6-7:30 p.m. Meetings are open to the public and are wheelchair accessible. Contact Andrea Aiello at execdirector@castrocbd.com for more information or visit www.castrocbd.org. Castro Community Room, above the Bank of America building (501 Castro St.) at 18th and Castro Streets.

Moths of the Bay Area: Thursday, June 11, 7:30 p.m. Come find out about all the moths that live in our area with moth expert Dr. Jerry Powell. Free and open to everyone. For more information, go to www.sfns.org. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

Dolores Park Movie Night—’Sita Sings The Blues’: Thursday, June 11, 8:30 p.m. Nina Paley’s 82-minute feature cross cuts between the story of the director’s own divorce, and a loose retelling of the ancient Indian myth Ramayana. Free. Dolores Park.

Drop-In Art Workshop—Tie-Dye Gift Bags: Saturday, June 13, 1-4 p.m. Learn a tie-dye technique using surprising materials applied onto a satin gift bag; $4 per child and $6 per parent-child combo. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

Drop-In Art Workshop—Canvas Totes: Saturday, June 13, 1-4 p.m. Design and decorate a canvas tote bag with fabric paints; $4 per child and $6 per parent-child combo. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

San Francisco Succulent and Cactus Society 23rd Annual Show and Sale: June 13-14, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hundreds of exotic and water thrifty succulents and cacti will be on display and for sale. An “Ask the Expert” information table will assist attendees in answering questions about the plants they are interested in purchasing. Attendees can also learn how succulents and cacti can help them better cope with current drought conditions. For more information call (415) 789-0703 or e-mail dgkelch@yahoo.com.

Eureka Valley Promotion Association (EVPA): Thursday, June 18, 7:30 p.m. The EVPA is the neighborhood group for Eureka Valley since 1881. See us on the web at evpa.org. Castro Community Room, above the Bank of America building (501 Castro St.) at 18th and Castro St.

The Randall Museum’s ‘Birding the Hill:’ Friday, June 19, 8 a.m. Explore Corona Heights Park with Audubon experts. Birders will visit several habitats, each of which is enjoyed by different bird species. The east canyon, the south cliffs, the north forest, and the hilltop grasslands will all be explored. Beginning birders are welcome. The walk lasts about two hours and includes several stairs and a steep path to climb. Ages 5 and up. Kids under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Free. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

Habitat Restoration Volunteer Work Party: Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m. Join habitat restoration volunteers to keep the hill at Corona Heights Park healthy for birds, insects, and other native wildlife. Help remove invasive weeds, maintain trails, and learn about the San Francisco ecosystem. Pre-sign up is required: please call (415) 552-3542. Kids age 10 & up may volunteer if accompanied by a parent. Randall Museum.

San Francisco Dyke March: Saturday, June 27, 3-7 p.m. The Dyke March presents an evening of sweet sounds to fill your heart & soul. Chavé Alexander (aka Alotta Boutté) of Beach Blanket Babylon will perform along with M.K. Spatt who rocked the Dyke March stage in 2008 with her band “The Trykes.” Rally and entertainment begin at 3 p.m., march at 7 p.m. Dolores Park. For more information, visit thedykemarch.org.

Pink Saturday: Saturday, June 27, 6 p.m.–party dies. Pink Party Castro Street becomes a “no parking” zone in mid afternoon. Street closed to traffic late afternoon to after party cleanup. 24 Divisadero, 33 Ashbury, 35 Eureka and 37 Corbett lines rerouted.

On-going:

The Randall Museum’s ‘Wild in the City:’ Extended through November 28, 2009. Learn about the various wild animals that live right among us in the heart of the city. Admission is free. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

Volunteer Opportunities for Ages 55+: RSVP of San Francisco & Alameda Counties matches adults over 55 with meaningful volunteer opportunities. Our services include information about our more than 100 non-profit partners, as well as follow-up once you’re on the job. If you’re 55+, please contact Barbara Marre at (415) 474-7787 or bmarre@ncphs.org to find out more.

The Randall Museum’s ‘Poetry Rocks the Randall: View Point Vistas:’ Thursday evenings. The audiences will be invited to partake in dialogue with featured poets and authors. Free. Randall Museum Theater. 199 Museum Way.

Buena Vista Park Gardening: First Saturday of each month, 9 a.m. Richard Magary BVNA@ix.netcom.com.

Golden Gate Model Railroad Exhibit: Saturdays, 11-11:45 a.m. Free. Randall Museum Theatre. 199 Museum Way.

Meet The Animals: Saturdays, 11 a.m. A selection of over 100 animals that can no longer survive in the wild will be available for kids and families to view up close. Free. Randall Museum Theatre.

Park Police Station Community Forum: Second Tuesday of each month, 6 p.m. Park Station Community Room. 1899 Waller St.

Diabetes Support Group: Second Thursday of each month, 6-8 p.m. Listen to an expert speaker, then participate in a group discussion facilitated by a certified diabetes educator. This month, hear Ellen Resnick, Licensed Clinical Social Worker speak on “Thoughtful Weight Loss.” Open to people with type 1 or 2, pre diabetes and their family/support. California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC). Enter off of Duboce Avenue between Castro and Noe streets. Level B in the Davies auditorium of CPMC. For more information, call (415) 600-2533.

Panhandle Gardening: Second Saturday of each month, 9-12 a.m. Panhandle Residents Association. E-mail home@prosf.org or call 346-1448. Stanyan and Fell.

Friends of Duboce Park Volunteer Days: Second Saturday of each month, 10 a.m.-noon. Duboce Park.

Alamo Square Gardening: Third Saturday of each month. 10 a.m.-1p.m. Contact Lisa Bastick at lbastick@yahoo.com or call (415) 921-3109.

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