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The next Noe Valley Voice, our September 2007 issue, will be distributed throughout the neighborhood starting Sept. 4. The deadline for calendar items is Aug. 15. Please e-mail your items to calendar@noevalleyvoice.com. You can help us by putting the when, what, who, and where of your event at the top of the e-mail. Our address is Noe Valley Voice, 1021 Sanchez St., San Francisco, CA 94114.

July/August Calendar

July 1: Cover to Cover is starting a BOOK CLUB devoted to reading the classics. 6:30 pm. 1307 Castro St. 282-8080; e-mail Tracy, covertocover@juno.com.

July 1: Rocket DOG RESCUE spotlights dogs who need homes in front of Zephyr Real Estate. Noon-4 pm. 4040 24th St. 642-4786.

July 1-4: Noe Valley resident BEN DOMINGUEZ will exhibit his work at the Marin County Fair. 11 am-11 pm. 10 Avenue of the Flags, San Rafael. 499-6400.

July 1-Aug. 5: Nobuyoshi Araki, Peter Christopherson, and Eve Fowler display ARTWORK in "Les Autres." Reception July 1, noon-5 pm; gallery open Sundays, noon-5 pm and by appointment. Ratio 3, 903 Guerrero St. 821-3371.

July 1-Aug. 31: The African PENGUINS at the California Academy of Sciences get fed daily at 11 am and 3 pm. 875 Howard St. 321-8000; www.calacademy.org.

July 1-Sept. 30: The MYSTERY TRAIL includes nine clues hidden along one mile of Crissy Field park. Sat. & Sun., 9 am-4 pm. Start at the Warming Hut and end at Crissy Field Center, 603 Mason St. 561-7752; www.crissyfield.org.

July 2: Noe Knit hosts a CLAPOTIS party, with instructions by Susi to make the popular scarf/wrap. 6:30 pm. 3957 24th St. 970-9750.

July 2-Aug. 29: The SF Library's BOOKMOBILE visits Noe Valley on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10:30 am-1 pm. 665 Elizabeth &Diamond. 557-4353.

July 2-Aug. 31: OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS meets Monday through Saturday, 7 to 8 am. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.

July 2-Aug. 31: The Noe Valley SENIOR CENTER serves hot lunches for people over 60, weekdays at 12:30 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 648-1030.

July 2-Aug. 31: Chris Sequeira leads classes in TAI CHI. Mon. & Tues., 6 pm, at the Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 773-8185 or 650-756-6857.

July 3, 17 & 24: Librarians from the Noe Valley Library present LAPSITS for babies and toddlers at 10:15 am, and preschool STORY TIME at 11 am. Bethany UMC, 1268 Sanchez St.; www.sfpl.org.

July 3, 10, 24 & 31: STORY TIME for ages 3 to 5, begins at 3:30 pm. Eureka Valley Library, 3555 16th St. 355-5616; www.sfpl.org.

July 3-Aug. 28: The Kadampa Buddhist Temple offers an introductory BUDDHIST MEDITATION class on Tuesdays, from 7 to 8:30 pm. 3324 17th St. 503-1187.

July 3-Aug. 30: The NOE STROLLS "playgroup on wheels" departs Holey Bagel on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11 am. 3872 24th St. www.noestrolls.com.

July 3-Aug. 31: The Haight Ashbury Flower Power WALKING TOUR includes a history of hippies. Tues. & Sat., 9:30 am; Fri., 11 am. Stanyan Park Hotel, just beyond the McDonald's. 1-800-979-3370; www.haightashburytour.com.

July 6: JUGGLER Dana Smith and his performing dog Lacey put on a show for children of all ages. 10:30 am. Mission Branch Library, 300 Bartlett St. 355-2800.

July 6-Aug. 31: Bird & Beckett Books hosts LIVE JAZZ every Friday from 5:30 to 8 pm. 2788 Diamond St. 586-3733; www.bird-beckett.com.

July 7: Noe Valley Farmers' Market presents MUSIC by Tom Huber from 8:30 to 10 am, and Failure to Disperse from 10:30 am to 1 pm. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332.

July 7: Neighborhood volunteers hold a Noe Courts CLEANUP from 9 a.m. to noon. Meet at the park at Douglass and 24th. For information, contact Laura at noecourts@gmail.com.

July 7: CounterPulse and Shaping San Francisco head Chris Carlsson conduct a LABOR HISTORY TOUR of the city by bicycle. Noon-4 pm. Reserve 626-2060.

July 7: The Elbo Room presents a SOUL PARTY featuring hits from the 1960s. 10 pm. 647 Valencia St. 552-7788; www.elbo.com.

July 7-8: Alliance Francaise hosts a conference, "Living and Investing in FRANCE," at 1 pm; on July 7 at 8 pm, a celebration dinner, "A Night in the Marais," features authors Cara Black and Leonard Pitt. 1345 Bush St. 775-7755; www.afsf.com.

July 7-Aug. 5: The Young Performers Theater at Fort Mason features Here Comes MOTHER GOOSE; Old King Cole, Simple Simon, Humpty Dumpty, and Old Mother Hubbard will also perform. Sat. & Sun., 1 pm. Building C, room 300. 346-5550;www.ypt.org.

July 7-Aug. 25: The SF Print Collective offers a workshop, "SILKSCREEN POSTERMAKING for Activists," covering the basics of guerrilla art, graphic design, wheatpasting, and legal defense. Sat. 1-4 pm. The Women's Building, 3543 18th St., and Balazo Gallery, 2183 Mission St; sfprintcollective@gmail.com.

July 8 & Aug. 12: Share stories of the SF Pride Celebration at the PFLAG SUPPORT GROUP. 2 pm. St. Francis Lutheran Church, 152 Church St. 921-8850; www.pflag.org

July 9-Aug. 17: Terra Mia offers multimedia week-long SUMMER CAMPS for children 5 to 13. 10 am-2 pm. 1314 Castro St.; 281-9768.

July 10: Sherrie Dobrott performs songs with HAND PUPPETS; for children under 5. 10:30 am. Bethany UMC, 1268 Sanchez St. 647-8393; www.sfpl.org.

July 10: Sheila Rubin's "Snuggle Bunny SING-ALONG" includes magic (ages 2 to 5). 10:30 am. Eureka Valley Library, 3555 16th St. 355-5616; www.sfpl.org.

July 10: Marlene Aron presents a slide show on the work of VINCENT VAN GOGH. 7-8 pm. Bernal Heights Library, 500 Cortland Ave. 355-2810; www.sfpl.org.

July 11: "CASINO Bound," a one-day bus trip to River Rock Casino in Geyserville, has been organized by St. Paul's Church. 8 am-4:30 pm. Contact Katy O'Shea, 648-7538.

July 10 & 11: Aileen Barr's MOSAIC CLASS for adults includes classic basic techniques using Italian glass tiles. 6-8 pm. Terra Mia, 1314 Castro St.; 281-9768.

July 11 & Aug. 8: The Noe Valley Ministry offers a meditative LABYRINTH WALK. 6:15-7:15 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.

July 12: FRIENDS of Noe Valley holds a community meeting from 7:30 to 9 pm. St. Philip's Parish Hall, 725 Diamond St. rambooks@pacbell.net.

July 12-Sept. 2: Local artists create comics at "Asia Alive: MANGA in the Making." Thurs.-Sun., noon-4 pm. Asian Art Museum, North Court, 200 Larkin St. 551-3500; www.asianart.org.

July 12-14: Antique emporium When Modern Was offers an ORNAMENTS sale, featuring jewelry by co-owner Dona Taylor. Complimentary wine and cheese, 4-6:30 pm. 1504 Church St. 970-1030.

July 13: The BICYCLE Coalition offers "Critical Manners," a ride to practice polite braking. Meet 5:30 pm at the corner of Larkin and Grove. 431-BIKE.

July 13-15: The Godless Girl and a tribute to "comedy king" HAL ROACH are among the offerings at the SF Silent Film Festival. Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St. 925-275-9005; www.silentfilm.org

July 14: Shop for produce and hear LIVE MUSIC by Damond Moodie (8:30 to 10 am) and They Call Me Lucky (10:30 am to 1 pm) at the Noe Valley Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332.

July 14: Designs Solutions holds a "green" seminar on energy-efficient LIGHTING, featuring Shanell Mora of Lutron Electronics. 10 am-noon. 4291 24th St. To register, call 648-6561 or e-mail chris@sfdesignsolutions.com.

July 14: Artery hosts a DRAWING PARTY for kids competing in the Harvest Festival logo competition; materials and snacks provided. 10 am-noon. Farmers' Market, 24th & Vicksburg. 550-0374; bentonp@sprynet.com.

July 14: Shop for produce and hear LIVE MUSIC by Damond Moodie (8:30 to 10 am) and They Call Me Lucky (10:30 am to 1 pm) at the Noe Valley Farmers' Market. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332.

July 14: The SF Botanical Garden Society's JULY PLANT SALE features 40 varieties of Salvia and an assortment of shrubs. 10 am-1 pm. Strybing Arboretum, Golden Gate Park. 661-1316; www.sfbotanicalgarden.org.

July 14: The "Looking Good!" FASHION SHOW and luncheon to benefit Hospice by the Bay Foundation features a lavender martini reception and a silent auction. 11 am. Four Seasons Hotel, 757 Market St. 526-5500.

July 14: The Women of St. Paul host a SPAGHETTI DINNER. 6-11 pm. St. Paul's Parish Hall, 221 Valley St. 648-7538.

July 14 & 15: The BEAR FESTIVAL at the San Francisco Zoo introduces the new grizzly exhibit and offers free admission to children age 3 to 11 who bring a stuffed teddy bear to the event. 10 am-5 pm. 1 Zoo Road; www.sfzoo.org.

July 15: The BAY TO BARKERS 1.3 mile dog walk/5K run benefits the Berkeley-East Bay Humane Society. 8:30 am registration, 10 am walk/run. Cesar Chavez Park, Berkeley Marina, 11 Spinnaker Way. 510-845-7735; www.berkeleyhumane.org.

July 15: AIDS WALK San Francisco in Golden Gate Park begins 10:30 am (sign-up, 9 am). 615-WALK; aidswalk.net.

July 15: School of the Arts jazzman NOAH FRANK and his quartet, featuring Pops John Frank on drums, perform at Bird and Beckett. 1 pm. 2788 Diamond St. 586-3733; www.bird-beckett.com.

July 15: The Marsh's 2007 SF Treasure Benefit honors DAVID FORD, with performances by Brian Copeland, Merle "Ian Shoales" Kessler, Ron Jones, Charlie Varon, and others. 4-7 pm. 1062 Valencia St. 641-0235; www.themarsh.org.

July 15: Animal Care and Control's 18th ANNIVERSARY PARTY features vegetarian and vegan food, live jazz, and a silent auction. 6-8:30 pm. 1200 15th St. 554-6364; www.sfgov.org/acc.

July 16: POETS Tina Zamar and Bushra Rehman discuss their new anthology, Voices of Resistance: Muslim Women on War, Faith, and Sexuality. 7:30 pm. 2788 Diamond St. 586-3733.

July 17: Sexologist Carol Queen and Ian Philips, author of Dick Deconstruct, visit Michelle Tea's RADAR SALON. 7-8:30 pm. Eureka Valley Library, 3555 16th St. 355-5616; www.sfpl.org.

July 18: The Noe Valley Democratic Club presents a panel, "Taking the Pain Out of REMODELING," including tips on obtaining permits. 7:30 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 641-5838.

July 19-Aug. 6: Noe Valley filmmaker Jay Rosenblatt's new short, I Am Charlie Chaplin, will be screened at the 27th annual JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL. The SF venue is the Castro Theatre, 429 Castro St. 925-275-9490; www.sfjff.org.

July 19 & Aug. 16: St. Luke's Hospital holds a VOLUNTEER orientation. 3-5 pm. 3555 Cesar Chavez St. 641-6538.

July 21: Jude performs from 8:30 to 10 am, and Swing Theory keeps things moving from 10:30 am to 1 pm at the Noe Valley FARMERS' MARKET. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332.

July 21: The Planning Commission will hold a HEARING on the developers' senior-unit provision at 3953 24th Street (the former Lunny House). 1:30 p.m. City Hall, Room 400. Call for agenda: 558-6620; Elizabeth.Watty@sfgov.org.

July 21: Bring a picnic to the OUTDOOR MOVIE screening of 1984 coming-of-age film Sixteen Candles. 8 pm. Dolores Park; www.sfneighborhoodtheater.org.

July 21: The BAGUETTE Quartet plays Parisian café music from the 1920s,'30s, and '40s. 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.

July 21: HARRY POTTER and the Deathly Hallows releases at midnight; the costume party at Cover to Cover begins at 10 pm. 1307 Castro St. 282-8080.

July 21: In Glen Park, the party for the new J. K. Rowling book begins at 8:30 pm; book goes on sale at midnight. Bird and Beckett, 2788 Diamond St. 586-3733; www.bird-beckett.com.

July 21: Modern Times Bookstore is also holding a MIDNIGHT PARTY to celebrate the last Harry Potter book, "complete with wizards and treats." 888 Valencia St. 282-9246.

July 24: Bay Area WRITERS Ellen Sussman, Joyce Maynard, Kaui Hart Hemmings, Kate Moses, and Elizabeth Rosner discuss Bad Girls: 26 Writers Misbehave. 7 pm. The Booksmith, 1644 Haight St. 863-8688; www.booksmith.com.

July 21 & Aug. 4: AcroSports GYMNASTIC classes for children are offered at the Noe Valley Ministry. 18-36 months, 9:30 am; 3 year olds, 10:30 am; 4 & 5 year olds, 11:30 am. 1021 Sanchez St. 665-2276; www.acrosports.org.

July 21 & Aug. 18: "Get Your KNIT Together" at the Main Library offers instruction and practice yarn; bring your own knitting needles. 10 am-noon. 100 Larkin St., 4th floor Sycip room. Call or e-mail Art Librarian Linda Watson for reservations: 557-4525; lwatson@sfpl.org.

July 22: The Elbo Room hosts a Dub Mission deejay PARTY celebrating the Bob Marley remix CD: Roots, Rock, Remixed. 9 pm-2 am. Elbo Room, Valencia & 17th. 552-7788; www.dubmissionsf.com.

July 24: Bernadette Hooper discusses the history of the MISSION DISTRICT. 7 pm. Mission High, 16th & Church. 750-9986; www.sanfranciscohistory.org.

July 26: UPPER NOE Neighbors holds its monthly meeting at 30th Street Senior Center. 7:30 pm. 225 30th St. 285-0473.

July 26: Peekabootique's PARENT'S PARTY Night features wine, Orangina, and goldfish crackers. 5:30-7:30 pm. 1306 Castro St. 641-6192.

July 27 & 28: COMEDIAN Suzanne Westenhoefer performs at Theatre Rhinoceros. 8 pm. 861-5079; www.therhino.org.

July 28: Dennis Campagna and Friends perform from 8:30 to 10 am, and Squeeze King Clark takes the stage from 10:30 am to 1 pm at the Noe Valley FARMERS' MARKET. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332; www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

July 31: Chris Molla performs "Jump Up MUSIC" for ages 5 and younger. 10:30 am. Bethany UMC, 1268 Sanchez St. 647-8393; www.sfpl.org.

July 31: Today's the deadline for entries to the Noe Valley Harvest Festival LOGO COMPETITION; artists under 18 drop off entries at Forbeadin', 1195 Church St.; e-mail Paula at bentonp@sprynet.com.

July 31: The Mission Anti-Displacement Coalition hosts a panel discussion, "San Francisco Stand Up! Defending Our Right to the City." 7:30 pm. Modern Times Bookstore, 888 Valencia St. 282-9246.

Aug. 3 & 10: The IRON SCIENCE TEACHER competition at the Exploratorium features fast-paced creative experiments from Bay Area educators. Noon-1 pm. 3601 Lyon St. 563-7337; www.exploratorium.edu.

Aug. 4: The Noe Valley Farmers' Market features LIVE MUSIC by Tom Huber (8:30 to 10 am) and the Noe Valley Flutes (10:30 am to 1 pm). 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332. www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 4: WOODY ALLEN's 1977 comedy Annie Hall will be shown outdoors in Union Square Park. 8 pm. www.sfneighborhoodtheater.org.

Aug. 4: IRISH SINGER/songwriter Glen Hansart performs his songs from the movie Once. 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.

Aug. 5: Bird and Beckett hosts a BOOK PARTY for Emma Bland Smith's new Glen Park/Diamond Heights, in the Arcadia Press "Images of America" series. 3 pm. 2788 Chenery St. 586-3733.

Aug. 7: National Book Critics Circle award winner REBECCA SOLNIT reads from her new book of essays, Landscapes for Politics. 7 pm. The Booksmith, 1644 Haight St. 863-8688; www.booksmith.com.

Aug. 8: Quiet your mind and WALK THE LABYRINTH. 6:15-7:15 pm. Noe Valley Ministry, 1021 Sanchez St. 282-2317.

Aug. 8: The Noe Valley DEMOCRATIC Club hosts "Celebrate Summer," a fundraiser and party, including a live auction, at Bliss Bar. 6:30-8:30 pm. 4026 24th St. 641-5838.

Aug. 10: JAZZ VOCALIST Sasha Dobson performs at the Noe Valley Music Series at the Noe Valley Ministry. 8:15 pm. 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.

Aug. 11: The bands Jude and They Call Me Lucky PLAY LIVE at the Noe Valley Farmers' Market 8:30 to 10 am and 10 am to 1 pm, respectively. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332. www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 11: CRAFTICON 2007, "not your granny's craft fair," features handmade books, duct tape wallets, crocheted underwear, and other items by local craftaholics. Noon-8 pm. Modern Times Bookstore, 888 Valencia St. 282-9246.

Aug. 13: 826 Valencia hosts a TEA for mothers and teenage daughters, with Julia Alvarez, author of How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accent. 1-3 pm. 826 Valencia St. For information, contact Lauren Hall, lauren@826valencia.com.

Aug. 17: Celebrate the release of the ANTHOLOGY Cheers to Muses: Contemporary Works by Asian American Women, at a reception, 6-8 pm. Chinese Culture Center, 750 Kearny Street. 252-7996; info@aawaa.net.

Aug. 18: The Noe Valley Farmers' Market showcases the BANDS Orange Sherbet (8:30 to 10 am) and Dennis Campagna & Friends (10 am to 1 pm). 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332. www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 18: Dino Bagatelas of Smith & Fong Plyboo will be the guest speaker at a SEMINAR on "Innovations in Bamboo Flooring," sponsored by Designs Solutions. 10 am-noon. 4291 24th St. 648-6561; chris@sfdesignsolutions.com.

Aug. 18: The American Red Cross offers a PET FIRST-AID class. 9 am-1 pm. SF/SPCA, 2500 16th St. 554-3050; www.sfspca.org.

Aug. 18: The International fingerstyle GUITAR SUMMIT features Peter Finger, Teja Gerken, and Steve Baughman. 8:15 pm. Noe Valley Music Series, 1021 Sanchez St. 454-5238.

Aug. 19: OPERA IN THE PARK features classic arias and operatic highlights. 2 pm. Stern Grove. 19th Ave. and Sloat Blvd. 252-6252; www.sfopera.com.

Aug. 25: Four Finger String BAND and Amy Hofer & Friends perform at Noe Valley Farmers' Market 8:30 to 10 am and 10 am to 1 pm. 24th & Vicksburg. 248-1332. www.noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Aug. 29: The Noe Valley MERCHANTS and Professionals Association holds its monthly meeting at Kookez Café. Speaker will be Howard Miller, business coach, on "Short Term Solutions for Long-Term Results." 9 am. 24th & Castro; www.noevalleymerchants.com.

Aug. 30: Peekabootique's PARENT'S PARTY Night features wine, Orangina, and goldfish crackers. 5:30-7:30 pm. 1306 Castro St. 641-6192.

Sept. 2: Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the SUMMER OF LOVE at a free concert featuring Country Joe McDonald, Canned Heat, Gregg Allman, and more. 10 am-6 pm. Speedway Meadows, Golden Gate Park. www.2b1records.com.

Remember September

The next Noe Valley Voice, our September 2007 issue, will be distributed throughout the neighborhood starting Sept. 4. The deadline for calendar items is Aug. 15. Please e-mail your items to calendar@noevalleyvoice.com. You can help us by putting the when, what, who, and where of your event at the top of the e-mail. Our address is Noe Valley Voice, 1021 Sanchez St., San Francisco, CA 94114.

Note that Noe Valley events take priority, but we try to squeeze in as many other items as possible. Thank you.