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ANNOUNCEMENTS
S.A.I.L. Writing Contest Save Angel Island League is proud to announce two bilingual (Chinese and English) writing contests on the topic of “The Meaning of Angel Island History in 21st Century America to Me.” Adult contest 1st prize-$1000; high school 1st prize-$500. Please submit to Save Angel Island League, P.O. Box 3468, Berkeley, CA 94703. Deadline: Feb. 15. Contact Chia-Chia Chien for details at 925-932-3492 (Fax).
Vision 2000 Foundation Calls for Applications The Vision 2000 Foundation’s mission is to promote participation by underrepresented ethnic groups in American civic activities through internship programs in various governmental offices, voter registration initiatives and training programs. The Foundation has raised more than $2 million from private donors and intends to continue an ambitious fundraising schedule. The Foundation’s board of directors includes CEOs and senior management from Silicon Valley high-technology companies. To realize the mission of the Foundation, the board of directors of the Foundation is calling for applications for the position of executive director. The executive director should: hold a college or advanced degree; exhibit the ability to manage the Foundation’s volunteer staff and serve as the key liaison between the Foundation’s operations and board of directors; have at least two years experience working in a civic or political capacity; display sensitivity towards multicultural issues; and possess strong organizational and communication skills. The Foundation offers a competitive compensation package. Inquiries and submissions may be addressed to Barry Chang at barrychang@aol.com or Mark Hsu at markmhsu@yahoo.com.
Children’s Services Fund As a collaborative between Wu Yee Children’s Services, Whitney Young Child Development Center and Children’s Council of San Francisco, The San Francisco Vendor Voucher Program assists San Francisco low-to-moderate income families in paying for licensed childcare for children 0-13 years old. It is designed to serve single-parent families who are working or have been offered employment, and two-parent families, of which either parent is working and offered employment and the other parent is working or enrolled in school or job training. Through the program, parents will be free to choose any licensed child care provider, as well as receive child care counseling. Registration is on-going and enrollment is based on availability of open-slots. For more information and application forms, call Wu Yee Children’s Services, 415-391-8993.
Computer Classes Free after-school computer classes for low-income children in the Tenderloin, Mission, Chinatown and Western Addition are available through the Career Resources Development Center in San Francisco. For more information, call 415-775-8880.
Preschool Preview Night One- stop shopping for busy parents. Come to the Ninth Annual Preschool Preview Night, 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 15, at the Hall of Flowers, 9th Ave and Lincoln Way, in Golden Gate Park. Representatives from over 80 local child care and preschool programs will be on hand to answer your questions. The event is free to the public and will include free children’s entertainment. For more information, call 415-563-0335 x 133.
EVENTS
Ballot Box Democracy: The Battle For Black Freedom Continues Join the Freedom Socialist Party’s celebration of Black History Month on Saturday, Feb. 17 at a public panel discussion on the recent presidential elections. Speakers will address the continuing legacy of slavery shown by the intimidation, harassment and disregard of Black voters in the state of Florida, and will present solutions for ending discrimination, oppression and electoral fraud. Featuring Frances M. Beal of the Black Radical Congress, Ted Frazier, a representative of the NAACP who observed the Florida election, and Moises Montoya, Chicano civil rights activist. The event will be held on Saturday, Feb. 17 at 7:30pm at New Valencia Hall, 1908 Mission Street (near 16th St. BART), San Francisco. A delicious hearty dinner will be served at 6:30 p.m. for an $8.00 donation; door donation is $2.00. Everyone is welcome. Call 415-864-1278 for more information.
Acres of Bargains For Peanuts The 41st edition of the annual White Elephant Sale, which benefits the Oakland Museum of California, is here. The Women’s Board of the Oakland Museum is sponsoring the weekend event on March 3, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. , and March 4, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the White Elephant Warehouse, 333 Lancaster Street. Advance tickets are $15 (tickets at the Oakland Museum, or write P.O. Box 11605, Oakland, CA 94611), $20 at the door. To donate, call 510-839-5919.
City Sprouts Calling all parents of children ages four to eight: bring your child and curl up together in Strybing Arboretum & Botanical Gardens’ Helen Crocker Russell Library to listen to stories from children’s books with gardening themes. “City Sprouts: Stories about Urban Gardening” is the theme for February. After the stories are read, take a guided walk designed especially for families in the Garden. Catch the event Sunday, Feb. 18 at 10:30 a.m. The walk begins at 11 a.m. It is free and open to the public.
Raise Awareness 2001 Boycott Pasand is holding a Walkathon on March 3 to raise money for the survivors of the Lakireddy Bali Reddy Case. Walkers who are interested should meet at the Bridge Cafe at 12 p.m. on the San Francisco side of the bridge. For anyone interested in getting a sponsor sheet to raise money, and to RSVP, please contact Peta Cooper at 415-540-9227 and leave contact information.
Swing on a Star Star Academy, a nonprofit school in Marin County serving children of the Bay Area with multiple learning challenges, will have its annual fundraiser Swing on a Star, Saturday March 10, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the Rincon Center Atrium/ Yank Sing Restaurant, 1 Rincon Center, 101 Spear Street, San Francisco. The event will feature silent and live auctions, live entertainment, and a sit-down Chinese banquet. For further information, contact Deborah Gray at 415-454-6949.
SERVICES
Caring Adults Wanted to be Foster or Adoptive Parents Are you a lesbian or a gay man who would like to be a foster or adoptive parent? Join Alisa Moore and Kristen Walker of the non-profit FamiliesFirst on Tuesday, March 6, 7:00 p.m. at the Piedmont Avenue Branch of the Oakland Public Library, 160 41st Street, to find out how you can make a home for a child in need. For more information, call 510- 597-5011 or visit the Web site at www.oaklandlibrary.org. The Oakland Public Library is a department of the City of Oakland’s Life Enrichment Agency. To request sign interpretation, captioning or listening devices, call the phone number listed above or 510-834-7446 (ITY) at least five working days prior to the event.
Low-Cost Housing Mt. Diablo Habitat for Humanity is currently taking applications for their low-cost housing, self-help program. Applications and guidelines are available in both Spanish and English at any central or eastern Contra Costa branch library or may be obtained by calling the Habitat office at 925-288-0112 x 14. Applications must be mailed/postmarked by Saturday, March 16.
Tool Lending Center The San Francisco Tool Lending Center is a joint project of the San Francisco Public Library and the San Francisco League of Urban Gardeners. Trained Tool Lending specialists will be on hand during open hours to assist clients in tool selection and use. The Center will be open on Saturdays and Sundays form 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., and on Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. For more information, call the Tool Lending Center at 415-467-8665.
VOLUNTEERING
Acupuncturist, Haight Ashbury Free Medical Clinic Are you a licensed acupuncturist? You can help members of diverse communities during all stages of HIV. Provide acupuncture and Chinese herbal treatment on a weekly basis and help maintain the acupuncture clinic. Contact Scott Wallin at 415-487-5638 ext. 123.
Anti-Rape Activists Needed Anti-Rape activists needed to support sexual assault survivors. San Francisco Women Against Rape crisis counselor training for wBegins Feb. 20 and ends March 24. For more information, call 415-861-2024.
Asian Neighborhood Design; Seismic Retrofit Employment Consortium Help in the office while gaining skills in employment development and placement, and help give low-income individuals more advantages in today’s job market. Some computer skills required, and training will be provided. Contact William Bishop at 415-586-1011.
Asian Women’s Shelter Opportunities exist to provide emotional and practical support for residents. Volunteers can assist clients with basic needs, accompany residents to appointments and organize activities for children. Bilingual and bi-cultural skills are helpful. For more information, call 415-751-7110.
Asians Over Age 55 Needed This New Year, become an Experience Corps volunteer and help children excel in school and in life. Join the movement of older adults serving children in San Francisco public school. Help out in classrooms, provide homework assistance, read one-on-one, supervise recreational activities, or run after-school programs. Make a difference by giving children in our communities caring Asian American adult role models. A monthly tax-free stipend of $150 is available for volunteers who serve 15 hours per week. No prior experience necessary. For more information, call Lori Byer at 415-759-3690.
Child Advocacy The San Francisco Court Appointed Special Advocate Program (SFCASA) seeks community volunteers to advocate for abused and neglected children. Represent a child’s best interests in Juvenile Dependency Court and develop a supportive mentoring relationship. Men and people of color are especially needed. Call now for information about the Feb. 1, 2001 training at 415-398-8001 x 104 (833 Market St., Suite 1004, San Francisco. www.sfcasa.com)
Citizenship Class Teacher San Francisco-based On Lok needs people who can help guide elderly clients to become citizens. Contact the volunteer coordinator at 415-550-2230.
Project Open Hand We need help shopping for clients in our on-site Grocery Center. Please contact Artrese Morrison at 415-447-2310 x 310
Road to Recovery Drivers are needed for two to three hours a week, Monday through Friday between 9 a. m. and 4 p.m., to provide transportation and support to cancer patients. Many patients rely on American Cancer Society volunteers to drive them to radiation, chemotherapy and medical treatment appointments. A coordinator is also urgently needed to schedule drivers. Compassionate volunteers over 18 years of age, with a valid driver’s license, insurance and a good driving record. Call the American Cancer Society at 415-394-7100(-3) x 316 to attend our free one-hour orientation about transporting patients and the many other ways to help patients, educate the public, plan events, and provide office expertise in the fight against cancer. You can also send email to Lillie.Kocher@cancer.org. Orientations will be held at the American Cancer Society office in San Francisco’s Russ Building, 325 Montgomery Street #320, between Bush and Pine, Thursday, Feb. 15, from 12 noon to 1 p.m., and Thursday, March 22, from 5 - 6 p.m. Volunteers are essential to the American Cancer Society’s mission to eliminate cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives from cancer and diminishing suffering from cancer through research, public education, advocacy and service.
St. Anthony Foundation Have you wondered what you could do to make a difference in the lives of people who are poor or homeless? St. Anthony Foundation needs volunteers for several of its programs, including people to serve lunch in the free dining room. St. Anthony’s serves 2,000 meals a day, 365 days a year. For more information, call 415-241-2600 or visit www.stanthonysf.org.
Survivors International The group seeks a volunteer activity guide for two or more hours a week to help refugees master English and become familiar with parks, museums, banks, post offices, public transportation and free cultural activities in the Bay Area. For more information, contact Tracy Deskin at 415-765-6999.
Volunteer Tour Guides The Oakland Museum of California is looking for volunteer hosts in the galleries of art, history and natural sciences for Spring of 2001. Hosts are needed to handle an expected increase in the number of student tours from March through June, and must be available for a minimum of eight half-day shifts on weekday mornings during this period. Fun and informative training sessions with museum professionals and experienced docents will be held on Tuesday afternoons Jan. 30 - Feb. 27. For more information or to apply for the program, please call the OMCA Docent Center at 510-238-3514.
YWCA-Chinatown The organization is looking for volunteers to tutor children in its after-school program Monday through Friday. Volunteers are especially needed to facilitate an English conversational hour for immigrant teen girls. A 3-4 hour per week commitment is required. For more information about volunteering, call Laura or Shelly at 415-788-5437.
WORKSHOPS
Getting Comfortable with Your PC Computer Understanding the basics of using your PC computer will enhance your skills and help you use your computer more efficiently. This class for adults covers topics such as file and software management, loading software, downloading Web files and more. Bring your own lunch or stop by the LHS Small Planet Cafe. $ 35 per adult. Registration is required, please call 510-642-5134.
English Classes The Chinatown YMCA offers free morning English classes with bilingual counselors to help Cantonese speakers with limited English skills. Enrollment is open. For more information, call 415-928-4419.
Everything to Do with Parenting Parents Place is offering workshops for families with children of all ages. All groups and workshops are held at Parents Place, 3272 California St., San Francisco. To register, call 415-563-0335 x 122 or go online to www.jfcs.org/pplgroup2000d.html. Call 563-1041 to find out January through March workshops.
Free Counseling for Seniors Do you or someone you care for need support with a difficult life transition? Get help from one who’s been there. Senior Peer Counseling trains volunteers over 55 to assist fellow seniors through emotional support, problem solving and compassionate listening. All services are voluntary and free of charge. For information or referral, call Nancy Alpert at Family Service Agency, 415-474-7310.
Free Traditional Chinese Music Lessons The Chinese Culture Center is pleased to announce the commencement of ongoing workshops and lessons in traditional Chinese music, taught by acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Hong Wang, the artistic director of Melody of China, Inc. Beginning and intermediate classes will be held on Sunday from 10 a.m. to noon. Advanced classes for music teachers are on Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Sunday 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. The registration fee is $15, but all classes are free. Please bring your own instruments. For more information, call 415-986-1822. (Chinese Culture Foundation, 750 Kearny Street, 3rd floor, San Francisco)
Language and Computer Classes at IIC Sign up at the International Institute of California (IIC) for classes ranging from Web design, Excel and Word to English as a Second Language and Korean language classes. IIC also offers training to be a Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA). Increased skills, marketability and income. Enter a high demand job market with tremendous growth opportunity. IIC also offers a master’s in Korean Studies. Some classes taught online. For more information, call the International Institute of California at 415-441-1881 or email iic@iic.edu. (IIC, 1362 Post St., San Francisco)
Free Legal Clinic Legal consultation for seniors is available for general legal rights, immigration and naturalization, housing and eviction, and public benefits. Services provided by Khin Mai Aung, staff attorney from the Asian Law Caucus, at Self-Help for the Elderly, Dec. 27 from 9 a.m. to noon. No appointments. For more information, contact Northeast Senior Center at 415-438-4800. (407 Sansome Street, 4th floor, San Francisco)
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
Scholarships at University of Southern California The Asian Pacific American Support Group (APASG) at USC is offering scholarships to qualified USC undergraduate and graduate students. To be eligible, applicants must plan to be enrolled full-time in a USC degree program for the 2000-2001 academic year; must have achieved at least a 3.0 GPA in their most recent academic coursework, and must be a citizen or permanent resident of the Unites States. The scholarships are made available through proceeds from the APASG Scholarship Endowment Fund. Questions can be directed to Jeff Murakami at 213-740-4999 or apass@usc.edu. (APASG Scholarship Committee, c/o APASS department, University of Southern California, Student Union 410, University Park Campus, Los Angeles, CA 90089-4851)
SERVICES
Power Wheelchairs Available Miracle on Wheels of Santa Barbara makes available power (electric) wheelchairs to non-ambulatory Senior Citizens (65 years old & up), usually at no out-of-pocket expense if they qualify. No deposit required. The electric wheelchairs are provided to those who cannot walk and cannot self-propel a manual wheelchair in their home or independent living quarters, and who meet the additional qualifications of the program. This service may also be available to the permanently disabled of any age. Please call 1-800-749-8778 or visit our Web site at www.durablemedical.com for more information on the details of this program.
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