I've attached their flyer, which has information about a three-part workshop series as well as
instructions for registering for an Information Meeting, where applications can be obtained.

If you have any questions about these upcoming events or the Habitat program visit their website or 
contact the coordinator directly .

Here's all the contact info:

Lauren Stoxen
VISTA Outreach Coordinator
645 Harrison St., Suite 201
San Francisco, CA 94107-3624

TEL: 415.625.1010
AMC1@habitatgsf.org

February 2012 Flyer

Chrysalis Special Events Intern

HEAL Zone Pilot Project RFP v2 1.4

HEAL Zone Pilot Project Attachments

]]> http://www.hunterspointcommunity.com/news/grant-opportunity-in-bayview-hunters-point/feed/ 0 http://www.hunterspointcommunity.com/news-releases/sefa-food-guardian-part-time-job-opportunity/ http://www.hunterspointcommunity.com/news-releases/sefa-food-guardian-part-time-job-opportunity/#comments Thu, 22 Dec 2011 18:01:48 +0000 Hunters Point Community Administrator http://www.hunterspointcommunity.com/?p=1379 Part Time Job Opportunity (Approx. 15 hrs per week @ $15/hour) Term: Until June 2014 (extension past 2014 dependent on funding) Reports to: Food Guardian Project Coordinator   Project Overview  The Southeast Food Access (SEFA) Working Group works to ensure that healthy, fresh, sustainable, and  affordable produce is accessible to all residents of the BVHP.  SEFA works in three main areas: Nutrition  Education and Awareness, Urban Agriculture, and Food Access. The Food Guardians are central to  SEFA’s mission and are the most visible outreach, education, and community organizing arm of SEFA’s work. Food Guardian Job Description  Food Guardians advocate for, promote and create a sustainable food system, including access to  healthy food for all residents in the BVHP.  The Food Guardians work to create partnerships with community  residents, local grocers and corner stores, and community‐based organizations to create lasting, positive change. Responsibilities will include leading education workshops, collecting and sharing research and  information, and conducting outreach to build momentum in the community. With new funding, the job role  is expanding to incorporate physical activity related issues as well.

 
Food Guardians will reflect the diversity of the BVHP community. We encourage applicants with a 
variety of language and cultural competency skills to apply. The Food Guardians work together as 
a team to represent the community of Bayview Hunters Point. The team works under the supervision 
of the Food Guardian Project Coordinator.

Job Requirements:

Resident of Bayview Hunters Point or southeast SF neighborhood 

Ability to work with diverse people throughout the community 

Interest in community organizing around food justice and health equity  

Ability to work professionally and respectfully with community residents, business owners, 
community based organizations, health professionals, and city officials 

Demonstrated leadership, organizational and communication skills 

Preferred Skills:

Bilingual in Spanish, Cantonese or Mandarin very strongly preferred 

Experience with food justice, physical activity, public health, popular health education 

Experience with grassroots organizing and leading groups 

Experience with computers including internet, e‐mail, and Microsoft Office applications.

Please send a resume and cover letter describing your relevant experience and knowledge to:

Tracey Patterson, Food Guardian Project Coordinator 
Email: tpatterson@southeastsf.org 
Fax: (415) 581‐2490

We are proud to announce Metro’s first exhibition in our new Bayview location!  Over the past few months, our students have been working hard conducting interviews and doing research on the history of the neighborhood, and in this exhibition they will demonstrate and defend their understanding of the Bayview-Hunters Point community through a series of displays and performances.

Featuring a brief history of the Bayview, an interview with Mrs. Espanola Jackson, and displays of historic photographs.

Panels moderated by local historian and publisher, John Templeton:

• “History of nightclubs in the Bayview”
• “The Black Cuisine Festival”
• “Seeds of My Successes: Stories from the Bayview”
• “Reflections on My Father”

SFAACC invites San Francisco Residents who reside in District 5 and District 10 in need of an unprepared Thanksgiving turkey.

The San Francisco African American Chamber of Commerce (SFAACC) is one of California’s most influential minority business organizations, representing and promoting African American business owners in San Francisco. Through advocacy and economic development, SFAACC is creating a firm economic base that supports the self-determination and survival of African American business. SFAACC is a non-profit 501c6 corporation. To this end, the SFAACC will give out an unprepared Thanksgiving turkey to no less than 75 low-income families that live in district 5 and 10 in San Francisco.

For more information contact:

Ruth Mays | Executive Director (415) 749-6400 | rmays@sfaacc.org

 2011 Veteran’s Day Free Meals and Discounts

Two notes before jumping in:

• Proof of Military Service. First, most companies require some form of military ID – including a U.S. Uniform Services ID Card (active/reserve/retired), Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), Photograph in uniform, be wearing uniform (if your service permits), Veterans Organization Card (e.g., American Legion and VFW), DD214, discharge paperwork, or other form of identification. Other restaurants and companies may only require a photo of you in uniform, or go by the honor system.
• Participation. Second, always call ahead to verify locations, times, and participation. Many of the listed companies are franchises and may have different policies. We will do our best to keep this page updated as we find new info.

2011 Free Veterans Day Meals

 Applebee’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11: Last year, Applebee’s served 1,024,000 million free meals to military veterans and active service members. Applebee’s is again offering a free meal to military veterans and active-duty service members on Veteran’s Day, Friday, Nov. 11, 2011. There will be 7 entrées to choose from. Military ID or proof of service required. Find locations at http://applebees.com/.

 Chili’s – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals. This offer is available during business hours on November 11, 2011 at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. Visit their website to find locations.

 Golden Corral – Free meal, Monday Nov. 14: The 10th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will be held on Monday, November 14, 2011 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants nationwide. The free “thank you” dinner is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner. For more information visit http://www.goldencorral.com/military/.

Special thanks to Golden Corral: To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.5 million free meals and contributed over $4.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.

 Hooters – Free Meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Hooter’s is serving up a free meal to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Choose one of the new specialty items on the Hooter’s menu. Offer valid at participating Hooters only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID or proof of military service. Drink purchase required. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com.

 Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Friday November 11th. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 13, 2011: McCormick & Schmick’s is celebrating their 13th annual Veteran’s Appreciation Event on Sunday, November 13th. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée. Veterans must provide proof of military service. Be sure to contact your local McCormick & Schmick’s as this is valid at participating restaurants only. Also, Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended. For more information visit: M&S Veterans Appreciation Event.

Outback Steakhouse – A week of Free Bloomin’ Onions and Cokes Monday Nov. 7 – Friday Nov. 11. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and a Coca-Cola product during the week leading up to Veteran’s Day. This offer is available to Military Personnel who have one of the following forms of identifications: U.S Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), DD form 214 Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW), Photograph in Uniform, Wearing Uniform. For more information, visit, http://outback.com/companyinfo/veteransday.aspx.

The Outback understands commitment. For the past two years, The Outback, with the help of their patrons, has donated $2 Million to Operation Homefront, a non-profit organization providing everyday and emergency support for active troops, wounded warriors and their families.

Subway – Free Six Inch Sub. Select Subway locations offer a FREE six inch sub to military veterans on Veteran’s Day. However, Subway restaurants are franchises, so this offer may not be available everywhere. Please call ahead.

Texas Roadhouse – free meal, Friday, Nov. 11. Offer varies by location; our local Texas Roadhouse is offering a free meal from opening until 4pm. Other locations may vary in offer, hours, or availability. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Buy one get one free Nov 11-14. At participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID. November 11-14.

Uno Chicago Grill, Friday, Nov. 11. Uno’s is offering a free entree or individual pizza with a purchase of an entree or pizza of equal or greater value. Offer good for all military  for veterans and active duty military. ID or proof of service required: Show up in uniform (if your service permits), provide military ID, show a picture of yourself in uniform, or have other ID showing proof of service. More info here.

Home Depot and Lowes Coupon Updates

Update: Home Depot and Lowes 10% Military Discount Available Everyday.

Home Depot: The Home Depot(R) is offering all active duty personnel, reservists, retired military, veterans and their families a 10 percent discount off their purchases in honor of Veteran’s Day. The offer is valid on purchases of up to $2,000 for a maximum of $200 and is available at The Home Depot stores, The Home Depot Design Center locations, Yardbirds and EXPO Design Center(R) locations. The 10% discount is available everyday for active duty and retirees, but not all veterans. Home Depot makes this offer available to all veterans on most military holidays. You can also find Home Depot discounts online.

Lowes: Lowe’s Companies, Inc. will offer all active, reserve, honorably discharged, retired military personnel and their immediate family members a 10 percent discount on in-store U.S. purchases made during the Veterans Day holiday. The discount is available Nov. 7 – Nov. 11. The discount is available on in-stock and special order purchases up to $5,000. To qualify, individuals must present a valid military ID or other proof of service. Excluded from the discount are sales via Lowes.com, previous sales, and purchases of services or gift cards. Like Home Depot, Lowes offers this discount daily to active duty military members, but not to veterans. However, they extend the offer to military veterans on military holidays. You can also find exclusive discounts at Lowe’s.com.

Free Park Admissions for Veterans Day

 Anheuser-Busch Parks. Anheuser-Busch Parks offers Active Duty Service Members free admission for them and up to 3 dependents to any of their parks once a year. Throughout 2011, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission. The Here’s to the Heroes program is only available to Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman. Eligible parks include: Adventure Island, Busch Gardens (Tampa Bay or Williamsburg), SeaWorld (Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio), Sesame Place, and Water Country USA. Not valid at Discovery Cove and Aquatica. Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not included as part of this program. For more information and to register, visit: Free admission summary, and ticket application.

Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission. Colonial Williamsburg offers free weekend-long admission tickets to active-duty military, reservists, retirees, veterans, and their immediate dependents from Friday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 13th. The complimentary ticket incudes admission to Colonial Williamsburg exhibition sites, art museums, and most daytime programs, as well as free parking and use of the shuttle bus system. Tickets are only available at on-site ticket sales locations. Tickets are also available to families of deployed servicemembers. Tickets available on the following dates: Nov. 11-13.

Historic Jamestowne – Free Admission. The National Park Service commemorates Veterans Day with Fee Free days at Historic Jamestowne November 11-13. Free admission for everyone. See events calendar.

Knotts Berry Farm Military Tribute Days – Free Admission. Knott’s Berry Farm has an annual Military Tribute event in which they offer military members past and present by offering free park admission. This year the Military Tribute Days run from November 1 – 24 November (Thanksgiving Day).  Veterans or current serving military personnel plus one guest get in FREE with proper ID presented at Knott’s turnstile (DD214, Veterans Administration Hospital ID or Active Military Service ID). Purchase up to six additional tickets for just $17 each. More info.

Fee Free Day at National Parks. To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar announced that areas managed by the National Park Service would not charge entrance fees for Veteran’s Day weekend – November 11-13, 2011. Over 100 national Parks will be participating in this event.

San Jacinto Monument and Museum (La Porte, TX). November 7-13: Free admission to the theatre, Observation Floor, and (on November 12-13) the special exhibit to all veterans and their families. More info.

Bed and Breakfast for Vets

In the third year of the program, B&Bs for Vets has organized over 485 (and counting) participating Bed and Breakfasts and Inns across the US and Canada which will be offering veterans a free night’s stay on November 10th, the night before Veterans Day. This offer is available to both active duty military members and veterans with ID, but space is limited. Each Inn and B&B has at least one room available for this promotion and reservations must be made directly through the participating Inns and B&Bs. For more information visit B&Bs for Vets.

Free Hugo® Canes for Veterans.

Sam’s Club® locations nationwide will distribute 36,000 Hugo® canes free of charge on November 9th, 10th, 11th, 2011 to U.S. military veterans in need of mobility assistance. Limited quantities available, while supplies last. Sam’s Club® Membership is not required, but proof of military service may be required. For more information, visit HugoSalutes.com.

Other Veteran’s Day Discounts

Here are some additional Veteran’s Day Discounts. In all cases, be sure to provide proper ID or proof of service. In addition, some of these stores are franchises, so verify participation before assuming the discount is in place.

• Free Car wash. Thousands of car washes around the country are offering vets a free car wash on Veterans Day. Find a list at Grace for Veterans, which helped veterans receive 101,537 FREE Washes on Veterans Day in 2010.
• Amazon.com – Discount “Veterans Day Honor” MP3 album download. This downloadable album includes 12 songs as performed by the military bands and ensembles of the U.S. Armed Forces. Visit Amazon on Veteran’s Day to download the album.
• Netflix – One Month Free Trial.
• Sport Clips – FREE haircut to active-duty military & veterans. Offer only available at select locations. Please call to verify local participation.
• Tim Hortons – all US locations are offering a free donut to all veterans (check out the Star Spangled donut!).
• $100 for opening new Chase Freedom VISA.

Jos. A. Bank Veteran’s Day coupons:

• All Executive suits $177, 2nd $57 – Lowest prices this year for suits! You save $866 when you buy 2!
• All Traveler and Signature Suits $377, 2nd $97
• All Joseph & Signature Gold Suits $577, 2nd $197
• ALL SPORTCOATS, BLAZERS AND DRESS PANTS 50% OFF
• JOS A BANK VETERANS DAY SALE ORDERS $175+ SHIP FREE Valid: NOVEMBER 11, 2010.
• Valid: November 11, 2010

2010 Veterans Day Deals:

The following is a sampling of some deals from last year. We are working to confirm any discounts or freebies for 2011. At this time please use the following entries only as reference until current deals can be confirmed.

• Abuelo’s Mexican Food. Offers vary by location. Be sure to verify in advance.
• Big Lots – 10% off your entire purchase with valid military ID. more info.
• Cabela’s. Cabela’s is giving their standard employee discount to all US military veterans, active duty military, Guard/Reserves, law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel on Nov. 11-12. Discount varies from 5% to 50%, depending on the item. (I received this information from an active duty military member who forwarded an e-mail that was distributed base wide, however, I have not been able to confirm this; please contact Cabela’s before assuming this offer is in place).
• Dollar General. 10% discount on entire purchase on Veteran’s Day. Offer good for all active-duty military, retirees, veterans, Guard/Reserve, & immediate family members. The coupon can be found in the store circular, or by asking an employee. More info.
• Sears 10% discount Thursday and Friday, Nov. 11-12. Sears is offering a “Salute to Local Heroes” discount to all military, veterans, police, firefighters, teachers, and hospital staff. Offer is good for 10% of regular, sale, and clearance prices. See this store flyer for more information.
• Sleep Number Stores. Free travel pillow to all active duty military & retirees now through Nov. 14. Find your “sleep number” setting, and get a free pillow – easy!

“The Governor’s Award will help us shine a spotlight on the Bayview Opera House, a remarkable San Francisco treasure that continues to be relevant and serve the community through its many arts programs,” says Barbara Ockel, Interim Managing Director of the BVOH. “The over 500 children who participate annually in our programs will tell you that this place matters to them!”

Formerly known as the South San Francisco Opera House, the BVOH is the oldest standing theater in San Francisco and survived both the earthquake and fire in 1906. It is the first and only building in San Francisco’s District 10 to be included in the National Register of Historic Places. Historic preservation efforts have traditionally been focused on more affluent areas. Neighborhoods like the Bayview district have not yet been surveyed for historic structures.
“Recognizing the historic significance and preserving the architectural integrity of such an important cultural facility as the Bayview Opera House has to be part of city-wide efforts to revitalize the Bayview,” said Vanessa Hawkins Dandridge, San Francisco Redevelopment Agency Project Manager for Bayview Hunters Point.

The preservation project is a shining example of what can happen when a federal agency, a city agency and a local non-profit join forces to preserve a community treasure. The National Park Service provided the funding through its Save America’s Treasures program; the San Francisco Arts Commission, the building owner, helped facilitate the process and entered into a 50-year preservation easement with San Francisco Architectural Heritage; the BVOH managed the project and secured additional funding from the San Francisco Historic Preservation Fund to nominate the building to the National Register of Historic Places, as required by the grant agreement. Local contractors Architectural Resources Group, Bluewater Environmental Services and California Wood Floors provided excellent discounted services to accomplish the work on budget and on time.

The beautiful historic facility is available to rent for public and private events and is a local favorite for movie screenings, musical and theatrical performances, as well as family reunions, weddings, and corporate parties and meetings. The BVOH is a recent membership grant recipient of the San Francisco Travel Association and is open for historic tours and convention business.

About the Bayview Opera House
The South San Francisco Opera House was built by the Masons in 1888. Now known as the Bayview Opera House Ruth Williams Memorial Theatre (BVOH), it is a nationally recognized historic building. Run by the non-profit, Bayview Opera House, Inc., the facility is dedicated to providing high quality arts education for at-risk youth year round for free or at a low cost. The organization also presents many cultural events throughout the year for all ages, including art exhibits, concerts, plays and community celebrations. It is also available for rent for other arts organizations and private parties, is easy to reach by public transit and features a large private parking lot. For more information visit, bvoh.org.

About the San Francisco Arts Commission
The San Francisco Arts Commission (SFAC) is the City agency that champions the arts in San Francisco. We believe that a creative cultural environment is essential to the City’s well-being. Established by charter in 1932, the SFAC integrates the arts into all aspects of City life. Programs include: Civic Art Collection, Civic Design Review, Community Arts & Education, Cultural Equity Grants, Public Art, SFAC Gallery, Street Artists Licensing, and the San Francisco Symphony Youth and Community Concert Series. The agency’s core values are committed to the principle that all residents have equal access to arts experiences in all disciplines, that programs are provided comprehensively and evenly throughout the City, and that they are innovative and of the highest quality. Visit sfartscommission.org.

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Broadcast Live on Web from FDA’s White Oak Campus

www.fda.gov/hiringevent

HHS & FDA invite all Veterans and People with Disabilities, who are
interested in the many Federal positions we have available at any of our 12

Operating Divisions here at HHS, these positions are located throughout
the country. To register and participate in our LIVE Virtual Hiring Event on

Thursday November 3, 2011 Please see the attached link for additional event information including how to register.

All participants in the Virtual Hiring Event will have an opportunity to not only apply to the open positions at FDA & HHS, but have their resume forwarded to all 9000+ selecting managers throughout HHS and its 12 Operating Divisions.

We are holding 3 LIVE presentations at 9:00 am, 12:00 pm and 3:00 pm
EST. We will be discussing working at HHS & FDA, Training on the updated version of USAJOBS, Determining job qualifications, How to apply using USAJOBS and Application Manager, and Detailed Information on the federal positions we are looking to fill and much more.

The Virtual Hiring Event is 508 compliant and CC. We look forward to your participation.

Please distribute this information to all Veterans and/or People with Disabilities looking for employment.

Event Information and Registration: www.fda.gov/hiringevent