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Deadline for February 

The next Noe Valley Voice will be the February issue, distrib­uted the first week of December. The deadline for items is Jan. 15. Email calendar@noevalleyvoice.com or write Calendar, Noe Valley Voice, P.O. Box 460249, SF, CA 94146. Events in Noe Valley receive priority. We thank you.

Dec. 1: The Ruth Asawa School of the Arts hosts a Band, Orchestra, and Symphony CONCERT. 7: 30 pm. 555 Portola. sfsota.org.


Dec. 1-2: The 34th annual Women’s Building Celebration of CRAFTS­WOMEN features more than 150 juried artists. 10 am-5 pm. Herbst Pavilion, Fort Mason. 650-615-6838; celebrationofcraftswomen.org.

Dec. 1-9: FILM FESTIVAL “Another Hole in the Head” screens at the Roxie (3117 16th), Terra Gallery (511 Harrison), the Victoria Theater (2961 16th), and the Vortex Room (1082 Howard). 820-3907; sfindie.com.

Dec. 1-23: Creativity Explored hosts a HOLIDAY ART SALE. Mon & Tues., 10 am-3 pm; Wed.-Fri., 10 am-7 pm; Sat. & Sun., noon-5 pm. 3245 16th. 863-2108; creativityexplored.org.

Dec. 1-24: 24 HOLIDAYS features daily events throughout Noe Valley; see p. 13 for more specifics.

Dec. 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29: The Noe Valley FARMERS MARKET brings you fresh produce and live musicians from 8 am to 1 pm. 3861 24th. 248-1332; noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Dec. 1-30 & Jan. 1-29: Meet under the rainbow flag at Harvey Milk Plaza (Castro and Market) for a City Guides walking tour of the CASTRO. Sat., Sun. & Tues., 11 am. 557-4266; sfcityguides.org.

Dec. 1-31: Noe Valley resident Don McCunn displays art from Revisiting the Classics at Castro Tarts. 8 am-6 pm. 564 Castro. www.deofsf.com; 861-3268.

Dec. 1-Jan. 4: The 21st annual ART WITH ELDERS exhibition is on display at City Hall. 8 am-8 pm. eldergivers.org.

Dec. 1-Jan. 6: ARTZONE 461 Gallery hosts a holiday group show. Reception Dec. 1, 5-8 pm. Wed.-Sun., noon-6 pm. 441-8680; artzone461.com.

Dec. 1-Jan. 31: Noe Valley OVEREATERS Anonymous meets Monday through Saturday, 7 am, at St. Aidan’s Church, 101 Gold Mine Drive. oasf.org.

Dec. 3-Jan. 31: Noe Valley SENIOR CENTER serves lunches for people over 60, weekdays at noon. St. Philip’s Hall, 725 Diamond. Reserve a lunch, 648-1030; openhand.org.

Dec. 3-Jan. 31: 30th Street SENIOR CENTER serves lunches for people over 60, weekdays and Saturdays. Noon and 1 pm. 225 30th. 550-2211.

Dec. 2: Music on the Hill presents a concert of works by Brahms, Piazzola, Barboteu, and Brian Wilson, performed by the SIERRA ENSEMBLE. 7 pm. St. Aidan’s Church, 101 Gold Mine Drive. 820-1429.

Dec. 2, 9 & 16: The Sunday JAZZ series at Bliss Bar features the 29th Street Swingtet (Dec. 2), flugelhornist Dmitri Matheny’s Group (Dec. 9), and vocalist Jackie Ryan (Dec. 16). 4:30-7:30 pm. 4026 24th. 826-6200; blissbarsf.com.

Dec. 2 & 16, Jan. 6 & 20: SF City Guides leads a free WALKING TOUR of Noe Valley on first and third Sundays at 1:30 pm. Meet at the Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 557-4266; sfcityguides.org.

Dec. 2-30 & Jan. 6-27: Meet at the gold fire hydrant at 20th and Church at 11 am for a City Guides walking tour of the MISSION DOLORES area. 557-4266; sfcityguides.org.

Dec. 4: Shauna Server introduces Pure VANILLA: Irresistible Recipes and Essential Techniques. 6-7 pm. Omnivore Books, 3885A Cesar Chavez. 282-4712; omnivorebooks.com.

Dec. 4 & 11 (Spanish): Fairmount Elementary offers school TOURS from 8:30 to 9:30 am. 65 Chenery. Reserve at 695-5669; wearefairmount.com.

Dec. 4, 11 & 18: The Eureka Valley Library offers its own TODDLER TALES on Tuesdays, 10:30 am. 1 Jose Sarria Court (16th & Market). 355-5616; sfpl.org.

Dec. 4 & 11, Jan. 15 & 29: Little ones enjoy rhymes and songs by children’s librarian Catherine Starr at TODDLER TALES at the Noe Valley Library. 10:15 and 11 am. 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Dec. 4-Jan. 29: Larkin Street Youth Services gives free rapid HIV TESTING for youth 24 and under. 5-7 pm. 1800 Market. 673-0911; sfcenter.org.

Dec. 4-Jan. 29: A Tuesday PUPPY SOCIAL for dogs 6 months and younger offers education and interaction. K9 Scrub Club, 1734 Church. Online registration required: ­k9scrubclub.com.

Dec. 4-Jan. 30: Chris Sequeira offers adult TAI CHI classes Tuesdays at 7 pm, and free senior qigong classes Wednesdays 1-3 pm at Glen Park; register at sfrecpark.org, 773-8185; livingtaichi@yahoo.com.

Dec. 5, 12 & 19: The Castro Farmers’ Market has fresh PRODUCE on Wednesdays. 4-8 pm. Noe at Market. pcfma.com.

Dec. 5, 12, 19 & 26: Eureka Valley Library’s Wednesday BABY RHYME & PLAYTIME, for infants to 18 months, starts at 1:30 pm. 1 Jose Sarria Court (16th & Market). 355-5616; sfpl.org.

Dec. 5 & Jan. 2: The GLBT HISTORY MUSEUM has a free day on the first Wednesday of the month. 11 am-7 pm. 4127 18th. 621-1107.

Dec. 5 & Jan. 2: Bliss Bar’s COMEDY Open Mike happens on first Wednesdays, from 7:30 pm. 4026 24th. 826-6200; blissbarsf.com.

Dec. 5-Jan. 30: AL-ANON meets Wednesdays 8 to 9:30 pm at St. Philip’s Church. 725 Diamond. 834-9940; al-anonsf.org.

Dec. 6: The 2nd annual Noe Valley WINE WALK features stops along 24th Street, from Diamond to Chattanooga. 4-8 pm. 1-800-310-6563; sresproductions.com.

Dec. 6: The author herself discusses Joanne Weir’s COOKING Confidence. 6-7 pm. Omnivore Books, 3885A Cesar Chavez. 282-4712; omnivorebooks.com.

Dec. 6 & 16: Whole Foods presents the a cappella group the Clef Divers and a brie SNACK TIME at the Just for Fun parklet. 6 pm. 24th & Noe. 282-4700.

Dec. 6-30: Trannyshack presents The GOLDEN GIRLS: The Christmas Episodes. Thurs.-Sat., 8 pm; Sun., 7 pm. Victoria Theatre, 2961 16th. 863-7576.

Dec. 6-Jan. 31: Paxton Gate offers a Thursday STORY TIME at their Curiosities for Kids location. Noon-1 pm. 766 Valencia. 252-9990.

Dec. 7: The ROTUNDA DANCE series at City Hall features choreographer Chris Black. Noon. 920-9181; axisdance.org.

Dec. 7: HOLIDAY TEA at the Old Mint, hosted by the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society, offers seatings at noon and 2:30 pm. 88 Fifth. Tickets: 537-1105, ext. 100; rsvp@sfhistory.org.

Dec. 7: Students at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts perform a PIANO RECITAL. 7:30 pm. Dan Kryston Memorial Theatre, 555 Portola. sfsota.org.

Dec. 7 & 8: Local jewelry designer Jennifer Dawes shows her work at Gallery of Jewels. Fri., 3-8 pm (3-5 pm by appointment); Sat., 11 am-6 pm. 4089 24th. 285-0626.

Dec. 7-Jan. 25: The Friday night JAZZ series continues at Bird & Beckett with artists Don Prell, Jimmy Ryan, and Chuck Peterson. 5:30-8 pm. 653 Chenery. 586-3733; birdbeckett.com.

Dec. 7-Jan. 25: Yell “BINGO!” at St. Paul’s on Friday nights at 7 pm (doors open at 5 pm). St. Paul’s Parish Hall, 221 Valley. 648-7538.

Dec. 7-Jan. 25: Dolores Park Cafe hosts Friday night MUSIC and spoken word. 7:30-10 pm. 501 Dolores. 621-2936;doloresparkcafe.org.

Dec. 8: Al Lopez’s WALKING TOUR of Mission Dolores is sponsored by the San Francisco Museum and Historical Society. 1 pm. Meet at 16th and Dolores. 537-1105; rsvp@sfhistory.org.

Dec. 8: The Sitdown READERS’ THEATRE reads from works by poets Marianne Moore, Louise Bogan, and Gertrude Stein. 2-4 pm. Joe DiMaggio Clubhouse, 2000 Mason. 274-0270; sfpl.org.

Dec. 8: Industrial design artist SASHA TSENG introduces SashaPure Designs. 3-5 pm. Cliché Noe, 4175 24th. 486-3387; clichenoe.com.

Dec. 8: The Ruth Asawa School of the Arts JAZZ BAND performs at 7:30 pm. Dan Kryston Memorial Theatre, 555 Portola. sfsota.org.

Dec. 8: Women’s vocal ensemble KITKA performs seasonal Eastern European music at Old First Concerts. 8 pm. 1751 Sacramento. 474-1608.

Dec. 8: Artistic License hosts a GALA BENEFIT for the Bayview Opera House. 8 pm. War Memorial Veterans Building. artisansball.org.

Dec. 8 & Jan. 12: Natural Resources invites you to meet doulas (2-4 pm) and home-birth MIDWIVES (4-6 pm). 1367 Valencia. 550-2611; ­naturalresources-sf.com.

Dec. 9: Jesse Freidin brings his Polaroid PHOTO BOOTH to the K9 Scrub Club. 1734 Church. Advance signup recommended:k9scrubclub.com.

Dec. 9: The Ina Chalis Opera Ensemble performs AMAHL and the Night Visitors. 11:30 am. Community Music Center, 544 Capp. 647-6015.

Dec. 9: A CHANUKAH WONDERLAND features a bouncy house, Lego menorah, arts and crafts, photos with Judah the Maccabee, and music by Eric Schoen. Noon-6 pm; menorah lighting at sunset. Noe & 24th..

Dec. 9: Community Music Center presents La Posarela, a MEXICAN CHRISTMAS musical, followed by a fiesta with tamales and atole, and a pinata. 2 pm. Mission High Auditorium, 3750 18th. 647-6015.

Dec. 9 & Jan. 13: The monthly PFLAG support group features guest speakers Brandon Brock and Lori Hawkins. 2-4:15 pm. St. Francis Lutheran Church, 152 Church near Market. 921-8850; pflagsf@aol.com.

Dec. 10: Melissa Hamilton and Christopher Hirsheimer introduceCANAL HOUSE Cooks Every Day. 6-7 pm. Omnivore Books, 3885A Cesar Chavez. 282-4712; omnivorebooks.com.

Dec. 10: Dan St. Paul, Yayne Abeba, Kurt Weitzmann, Justin Lucas, and Lisa Geduldig star in Kung Pao KOSHER COMEDY at El Rio. 8 pm. 3158 Mission. elriosf.com.

Dec. 11; Jan. 15, 22 & 29: Daniel Webster Elementary offers a SCHOOL TOUR starting at 10 am. 465 Missouri. 695-5787; danielwebster-sf.com.

Dec. 12: The Canadian Women’s Club hosts its annual HOLIDAY PARTY, with a silent auction, bake sale, and traditional lunch. 11 am-12:30 pm. Old Presidio Golf Club, 8 Presidio Terrace. canadianwomensclub.org.

Dec. 12 & Jan. 9: The Noe Valley Library hosts a COMPUTER LAB for beginning adult users. 3-4:30 pm. 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Dec. 12 & Jan. 9: The GREAT BOOKS discussion group at the Noe Valley Library begins at 6:15 p.m. 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Dec. 13: Heather Rogers performs MAGIC, comedy, and juggling, for ages 4 and older. 10:30 am. Eureka Valley Library, 1 Jose Sarria Court (16th & Market). 355-5616; sfpl.org.

Dec. 13: Richard May and David Sweet celebrate their new BOOK Ginger Snaps: Photos & Stories at Cliché Noe Gifts. 5:30-7:30 pm. 4175 24th. 282-5416.

Dec. 13: K9 Scrub Club hosts a HOLIDAY PARTY with treats for both people and dogs. 6-9 pm. 1734 Church. k9scrubclub.com.

Dec. 13 & Jan. 10: The LGBT SENIOR discussion group meets at 30th Street Senior Center. 10-11:30 am. 225 30th. 296-8995, ext. 5.

Dec. 14 & 15: The Ruth Asawa School of the Arts performs a Vocal and Orchestra Concert. 7: 30 pm. St. Mark’s, 1111 O’Farrell. sfsota.org.

Dec. 14-29: Brian Copeland’s The Jewelry Box is a family-friendly Christmas story on stage at the Marsh. Fri., 8 pm; Sat., 5 pm. 1062 Valencia. 271-3256; ­themarsh.org.

Dec. 15: Al Fodor performs MAGIC TRICKS, juggling, and comedy for children of all ages. 11-11:45 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Dec. 15: SANTA will be at Small Frys. 11 am-2 pm. 4066 24th.

Dec. 15: SANTA will fly over to Hill & Co. 11 am-4 pm. 3899 24th.

Dec. 15: The San Francisco Museum and Historical Society hosts tours of the OLD MINT. 11 am. Meet on the northeast side of the Mint Building, in Mint Plaza, off 5th Street. Reservations required: 537-1105, ext. 100; rsvp@sfhistory.org.

Dec. 15: CHANTICLEER performs a Christmas concert at 8 pm. St. Ignatius Church, 2001 37th Ave. 392-4400; chanticleer.org.

Dec. 15-16, 21-23 & 28-30: HOLIDAY LIGHTS are up at the SF Zoo, along with romping reindeer and seasonal entertainment. 4-8 pm. 753-7080; sfzoo.org.

Dec. 16: Catherine Accardi signs Images of America: San Francisco LANDMARKS at Cliché Noe. 1-3 pm. 4175 24th. 282-5416.

Dec. 16 & 18: SANTA will be at Just for Fun, Sun., 2 to 4 pm, and with his reindeer on Tuesday, 3:30-7:30 pm. 3982 24th.

Dec. 17: The Porchlight STORYTELLING SERIES The Dinner Party features stories by Kelly Beardsley, Anna Seregina, and Bob Nozawa. 8 pm. Verdi Club, 2424 Mariposa. Check times at porchlightsf.com.

Dec. 18: LIVE REINDEER will be in the West Parklet from 3:30 to 7:30 pm.

Dec. 18: A HOT CHOCOLATE and Hot Toddie Mixer benefits Hurricane Sandy survivors. 4-7 pm. Olive This Olive That. 304 Vicksburg. 251-7520.

Dec. 18 & Jan. 8: Preschool FILMS screen at 10:15 and 11 am. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Dec. 20: Ranny Viquez brings “Lost Doll, Altered Art, and Collage JEWELRY” to a wine and cheese reception at Cliché Noe. 5-7 pm. 4175 24th. 282-5416.

Dec. 21: Zac Selissen and Michael T. Roberts perform theNUTCRACKER SUITE arranged for two classical guitars. 8 pm. Community Music Center, 544 Capp. 647-6015.

Dec. 23-25: Whole Foods offers samples and “RECIPES for Success.” 10 am-6 pm. 3950 24th. 282-4700.

Dec. 24: The SF Gay Men’s CHORUS presents “SantaConCert” at the Castro Theater. 5, 7 & 9 pm shows. 429 Castro. sfgmc.org.

Dec. 26 & Jan. 30: MISSION POLICE STATION holds its regular community meeting, beginning at 6 pm. 630 Valencia. 558-5400.

Dec. 27: At Play and Create at the Eureka Valley Library, kids 6 and up can make flip books and HOGWARTS CASTLES. 10 am-noon. 1 Jose Sarria Court (16th & Market). 355-5616; sfpl.org.

Dec. 29: Sally Love Saunders will read new POEMS at the Sacred Grounds Café. 12:30 pm. 2095 Hayes. 387-3859.

Jan. 5, 12, 19 & 26: The Saturday Noe Valley FARMERS MARKET brings you fresh produce and live musicians from 8 am to 1 pm. 3861 24th. 248-1332; noevalleyfarmersmarket.com.

Jan. 6: Learn to use HEALTH DATABASES online to find medical information at a Noe Valley Library workshop. 2 pm. 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Jan. 6, 13, 20 & 27: The Sunday JAZZ series at Bliss Bar features trombonist Charles Hamilton (Jan. 6), vocalist Diana Gameros (Jan. 13), vocalists Linda Kosut and Benn Bacot (Jan. 20), and vocalist Belinda Blair (Jan. 27). 4: 30-7:30 pm. 4026 24th. 826-6200; blissbarsf.com.

Jan. 7: SF State political science professor Gerard Heather offers a post-election review at the ODD MONDAYS series. 6:30 pm; no-host supper at Haystack, 5 pm (RSVP jlsender@webtv.net). Phoenix Books, 3957 24th. 821-2090.

Jan. 8-March 31: Little Folkies gives classes for ages 5 and under at Mobu Dance Studio, 1605 Church, and Russo Music, 4072 24th. littlefolkies.com.

Jan. 11: Kids 8 to 18 are invited to a BUTTON-MAKING workshop. 3:30-5 pm. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Jan. 12: The Glen Park Library hosts a docent lecture and slide show, “Royal Treasures from the LOUVRE.” 3-4 pm. 2825 Diamond. 355-2858.

Jan. 12: RAMBLIN’ JACK ELLIOTT performs at SF Live Arts at St. Cyprian’s. 8 pm. 2097 Turk. 454-5238; noevalleymusicseries.com.

Jan. 13: Noe Valley CHAMBER MUSIC hosts a concert by guitarist Marc Teicholz and cellist Tanya Tomkins. 4 pm. St. Mark’s Lutheran Church, 1111 O’Farrell. 648-5236; nvcm.org.

Jan. 15 Jan. 16: David Binder discusses his strategy work on the OBAMA campaign at the Noe Valley Democratic Club. 7:30 pm. St. Philip’s Church, 725 Diamond. molly@ffrsf.com.

Jan. 16: Residents for Noe Valley TOWN SQUARE hosts a community meeting at St. Philip’s. 7 pm. 665 Elizabeth. 282-0141; noevalleytownsquare.com.

Jan. 17: Whole Foods hosts a WELLNESS FAIR from 4 to 8 pm. 3950 24th. 282-4700.

Jan. 17 & 18: MEDIA NIGHT at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts begins at 7:30 pm. Dan Kryston Memorial Theatre, 555 Portola. sfsota.org.

Jan. 19: Welcome the new year with the Chinese LION DANCERS. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 3 pm. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Jan. 20: Music on the Hill presents a BENEFIT CONCERT by pianist Mack McCray. 7 pm. Scheduled in a private home; for reservations: 820-1429.

Jan. 21: Sylvie Simmons reads from her biography, I’m Your Man: The Life of Leonard Cohen, at the ODD MONDAYS series. 6:30 pm; no-host supper at Haystack, 5 pm (RSVP jlsender@webtv.net). Phoenix Books, 3957 24th. 821-2090.

Jan. 22: A visitor from the Contemporary Jewish Museum reads best-loved children’s stories by EZRA JACK KEATS. Noe Valley Library, 451 Jersey. 11-11:40 am. 355-5707; sfpl.org.

Jan. 26: Gaucho & Kelly Price perform at SF LIVE ARTS at St. Cyprian’s. 8 pm. 2097 Turk. 454-5238; noevalleymusicseries.com.

Jan. 30: The Noe Valley MERCHANTS and Professionals Association meets the last Wednesday of the month. 9 am. Bank of America, 4098 24th. 641-8687.

Deadline for February 

The next Noe Valley Voice will be the February issue, distrib­uted the first week of December. The deadline for items is Jan. 15. Email calendar@noevalleyvoice.com or write Calendar, Noe Valley Voice, P.O. Box 460249, SF, CA 94146. Events in Noe Valley receive priority. We thank you.