For our next meeting, PHDC will combine forces with Potrero Boosters Neighborhood Association, in-person on their regular 4th Tuesday instead our regular 1st Tuesday.
Exact topics tbd, but we will also be planning the return this fall of the popular, pandemic-paused PHDC Shop Local Party & Auction. Stay tuned.
Potrero Boosters & Potrero Hill Democratic Club
Tuesday, August 26, 7pm
Dogpatch Hub, 1278 Minnesota St
Tuesday, June 3rd @ 7:00pm, Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro
The No Kings National Day of Defiance: a peaceful protest everywhere except Washington, DC
Our June meeting will be a little different. And a little messier! As we create our messages of defiance, Liliana Soroceanu from the SF chapter of Indivisible, organizer of the protests, will join us for a little background and cheerleading. For more sample signs, click here.
On June 14, Flag Day, the U.S. Army has planned a massive parade for its 250th anniversary, with tanks, soldiers and armored vehicles expected to roar through the streets of Washington, D.C. That day is also tthe birthday of a would-be king who claims the entire spectacle as a birthday party for himself: a vehicle for self-aggrandizement. Funded, of course by millions of taxpayer dollars
We say no. The crowds of protesters have to be big, really big, to take the world’s attention away from this pathetic “birthday party” and focus it on the power of the people who reject corrupt, authoritarian rule. We want to grab the story, make sure the action happens everywhere else but DC.
If you have not yet joined a recent protest march or rally, or you feel this isn’t really your thing (or maybe you’ve been there, done that in the past), this is the one to show up for. You don’t have to make up your mind yet. But do come and help make some signs at the Neighborhood House!
→Art supplies. If you have any cardboard (such as poster board or a cut-up corrugated box), markers or paint & brushes, by all means bring whatever – but it’s not necessary.
Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting, Tuesday, May 6th @ 7:00pm on zoom
“Action is the best antidote to despair.” – Joan Baez
There’s so much coming at us, fast, furious. You might think, will anything I do really make a difference? We say yes! Things add up – good as well as bad. And if you do nothing, for sure you won’t make a difference. If you do something, you will at least feel better. And change some little thing for the better, even if you can’t see it.
Update:
In this time of multiple crises – with extreme budget constraints on everyone everywhere – some ideas nevertheless continue to move forward. The activists who spoke with us May 6th are keeping these ideas afloat and despair at a distance. If you were inspired to join them, or want to learn more, just follow the links.
A great city must have great public transit. But San Francisco, despite calling itself a “transit first” city, finds its public transit in a sort of budgetary doom loop: service cuts which mean decreased ridership which means less money which means more cuts… Solutions have been proposed at the city, regional, and state levels (new federal money is of course off the table for now). To hear all about it, ask your questions and add your 2¢, please join our guests:
Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting Tuesday April 1st @ 7pm. Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro St @ Southern Heights
Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting
Tuesday, March 4, 6:30pm
Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro St
Panel discussion: The state of immigration today – impacts, risks, and actions we can take. Cruel, outrageous policies and directives – targeting immigrants, their families, and others – affect all of us. Sharing their perspectives in a lively discussion on the situation were:
Educator & PHDC board member Sara O’Neill ably moderated.
City Attorney David Chiu opened the program with a few words about what he’s been up to regarding this issue, beginning with challenging the president’s unconstitutional executive order to end birthright citizenship. His office is working nonstop to protect our democracy.
Here are some resources shared by the panelists:
24 Hour Hotline – ONLY to report ICE activity within San Francisco. The number is 415-200-1548. They have language capacity in Spanish, Arabic, and Chinese (both Cantonese and Mandarin). They usually have just 1 dispatcher at a time, so if the line is busy it is because they are speaking with someone else. In order to make sure that they respond to callers in a timely manner they ask that individuals calling use the line only to report ICE activity in San Francisco. Alameda County also has a hotline at 510-241-4011.
Potrero Hill Democratic Club monthly meeting
Tuesday, February 4th @ 6:30pm
Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, 953 De Haro St.
Our City, Our Power is the campaign for local ownership of the electric grid.
For decades, PG&E has obstructed both public and private electric projects in San Francisco with unnecessary conditions, costly and delaying roadblocks and exorbitant fees for basic power hookups. Find out where the City is in its public-power quest.
District 10 Supervisor Shamann Walton will provide a glimpse into life at City Hall under the new administration, and update us on his priorities. Ask your questions!
In January and February of odd-numbered years, Assembly district delegates are elected to the state Central Committee and Executive Board. Each district sends 14 to the state convention, where they vote to set the policy of the state party, and also on endorsements. The list of candidates from AD 17 is here. Registered Democrats can sign up by Jan. 31 to vote online. Find out about the progressive slate here. Voting closes Feb 23.
We want to keep meeting in person! We can only do that if we can afford the rent. That’s where you come in – please join or renew your membership for just $25 a year (or more, if you’re feeling generous).
Nominations for Executive Committee are open. Election will be held in March. Vacant positions include First VP for membership, Secretary, and At-Large. Email contact_us@phdemclub.org with questions or to nominate yourself or someone else.
We invite you to join us in the back room of the Yankee for an evening of connection and community spirit. This is also an opportunity to play Santa by bringing along a non-perishable food item or two to support the SF-Marin Food Bank helping those in need.
Grab a drink and unwind in a relaxed atmosphere – no debates or election returns on the screen, just good company and conversation. We encourage you to think about local issues that matter to you and share your ideas on how our club can make a difference in the coming year. We look forward to seeing you there!
WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 3, 6:30pm
WHERE: Connecticut Yankee (pool room), 100 Connecticut St
November 5th is days way! Yikes. As if you didn’t know. Democratic campaign headquarters, 901 Market St @ 5th, has phone bank shifts 10am-8pm every day. Sign up here. VOTE, early if possible, and get your like-minded friends and family to do the same. At all levels, from local to national, it’s all about turnout. Then, let’s relax (as if!), socialize and wish each other luck. Come to the Connecticut Yankee, 100 Connecticut St, 6:30-7:30pm and find us either in the back room or out on the patio.
Later that night…
Progressive kindred spirits will gather at El Rio, 8:30 to midnight.
Another free event is at 111 Minna Gallery, 7 to 10pm.
Big fun this Saturday! Come see us at our table – look for our banner – and check out our endorsements. Hang out to talk politics – or not! Jam out to R&B music while celebrating the Potrero Hill community outdoors over 4 blocks with live music, food, family, and friends:
20th Street between Missouri & Carolina
Saturday, October 19, 10am to 4pm
The Festival, a one-of-a-kind community event for all ages, is a benefit for the Potrero Hill Neighborhood House, our local community center providing essential services to Potrero’s residents most in need.
PHDC has had several fun watch parties in the backroom at the Yankee over the years. Since the U.S. VP debate this year falls on our regular monthly meeting night, we will gather there again. Light snacks provided, drinks and additional food available. Now that Club endorsements are complete, we are inviting endorsed campaigns and candidates to drop by with lit and window signs.
Potrero Hill Democratic Club VP Debate Watch Party
Tuesday, October 1st, 6:00-7:30pm
Connecticut Yankee back room (pool room), 100 Connecticut St @ 17th
Potrero Hill Democratic Club 