Got a Happy Story? Outstanding in the Field Edition

by: Eddie C   

Fri Sep 05, 2008 at 18:57:30 PM PDT

From my perspective this is a very special happy story. A very fond memory that is about the many joys of blogging and the privilege of knowing OrangeClouds115. Truly a story of serendipity in the electronic age and one of those very rare days when I honestly felt that if there was one perfect place to be in this world, I was there!

This is also a story of friendship, fellowship and bathing in that often elusive sense of belonging. This is a people powered politics story about forming a bond with some of my fellow Americans who are bravely working for change in this very broken nation.

This is also the story of a plate;

Below the fold is the story of another great place that blogging just took me and why that plate flew cross country with me last week. That plate is now a souvenir that has a very special meaning to me after a wonderful dinner with some terrific people.  

SF Kossacks/La Vida Locavore dinner social Sunday!

by: Simplify   

Wed Aug 27, 2008 at 14:54:06 PM PDT

Balancing food quality and price, I went preemptive and got a reservation at Osha Thai (819 Valencia St., in the Mission close to the 16th St. BART station) at 6 PM on Sunday, Aug. 31, for 10 people.  If you'd like to go, please RSVP for yourself or yourself plus a guest.  That can be either on this post or in an email to me at Gmail account simplify1789.

We can adjust the number (or even the place or time) as interest merits.  According to their website, the most they can take in a group is 12, although there may be some flexibility on a Sunday.

Sunday Streets in San Francisco this weekend! Meet up?

by: raines   

Tue Aug 26, 2008 at 10:08:40 AM PDT

Come on out this weekend to show the Republicans that we don't need cheap oil and SUVs to have a good time. This would be a great place for all you Obama t-shirt and lawnsign folks to set up shop. It's public space, in the old school way.

Perhaps we could do some tabling or outreach?

I've got a bicycle-towed car trailer that I can wrap a banner around, do mobile voter registration, etc. And/or we can do a card table.

Who's not at Burning Man?
Here's event info.

Proselytizing DailyKos and S F Kossacks

by: side pocket   

Tue Aug 19, 2008 at 14:18:10 PM PDT

Outstanding in the Field coming to San Francisco

by: Eddie C   

Sat Aug 16, 2008 at 18:14:46 PM PDT

Senses are heightened in the fresh air. And it's not every day you get to sit next to the person who planted the beans, raised the lamb, and shaped the cheese on your plate. - Jim Denevan

Jim Denevan is the visionary and artist who founded Outstanding in the Field, a group devoted to raising food awareness by touring the nation and setting an outdoor table where people meet and interact with local farmers.

On September First Outstanding in the Field will combine forces with Slow Food Nation and the now famous outdoor table will be set up in San Francisco at Delores Park.

About Outstanding in the Field;

Set between the soil and the sky, Outstanding in the Field's long, linen-draped table beckons adventurous diners to celebrate food at the source, bringing together local farmers and food artisans, chefs and winemakers to explore the connection between the earth and the food on your plate. Since its founding in 1999 by chef and artist Jim Denevan, Outstanding in the Field has hosted over 100 dinners in farmlands from Anchorage, Alaska to Nantucket, Massachusetts

About Slow Food Nation;

Slow Food Nation is a subsidiary non-profit of Slow Food USA and part of the international Slow Food movement. It was created to organize the first-ever American collaborative gathering to unite the growing sustainable food movement and introduce thousands of people to food that is good, clean and fair through enjoyable, accessible and educational activities. Slow Food Nation is dedicated to creating a framework for deeper environmental connection to our food and aims to inspire and empower Americans to build a food system that is sustainable, healthy and delicious.

With similar mission statements both groups should fit very nicely together but this gathering has the added advantage of being done a little differently than the typical Outstanding in the Field events. Unlike most urban dates, this feast will be in a public park.  

NorCal Meet-up= Mt. Lassen!

by: SallyCat   

Fri Aug 08, 2008 at 12:08:29 PM PDT

Location:
Near Mt Lassen on the north side (Hwy 44 & 89) junction to Susanville
On a creek
1 hour and 15 minutes from Redding / or Red Bluff
1 1/2 hours from Quincy
3 1/2 hours from Yreka
4 1/2 - 5 hours from Southern Oregon San Francisco

Folks in the mountains know everything is at least an hour away...so here's the chance to get away and do politics too!

Some accomodations available for overnight at my place...up to 3 couples...your choice as to partners! It is a 1 bedroom house (cabin) with detached guest accomodations!
Bed & Breakfast within 3 miles.
Some cabins within 3 miles.
2 acres for campers, etc.
Too damned cold for tents in October...imho!

What it will be like in early October - below the fold!

California Caucus at Netroots, Today at 3 p.m.

by: norm   

Thu Jul 17, 2008 at 08:08:06 AM PDT

http://www.calitics.com/showDi...

I just woke up (at 9:30!) so I hope I'll make it there in time (not an exaggeration--I'm SLOWLY waking up.  Darn jet lag!)  :)

We were at the Cheers and Jeers dinner last night, and some of us made it to the Burnt Orange gathering as well.  Someone else I know will post the expose pictures of us later.  We miss all of you even though we know some of you will be virtual live blogging!

Help! I want to UNWELCOME Bush to Napa

by: GoMommyGo   

Sun Jul 13, 2008 at 11:02:36 AM PDT

He's going to tour our wild fire-ravaged state, then attend a fundraiser at a "private residence" "in Napa".  The Register asked if he might return to Meadowwood where he enjoyed a mountainbike ride in April 2006.  The paper also mentioned an unspecified political event at tthe Frank Family Winery, but I kind of doubt it'll be there.  According to HuffPo's Fundrace2008, there are no Frank's in Calistoga who've contributed to Bush or McCain and if it were to be there, they wouldn't tell the local news.  My guess is it'll be a big Bush and or McCain donor who's (dis)graced by his visit.

He can ride, but he can't hide.  One way or another, I plan to UNwelcome the Criminal-in-Chief.

links follow  

Thursday Austin Dinner Plans :: Netroots Nation Convention :: Update 1

by: navajo   

Sun Jul 13, 2008 at 09:06:43 AM PDT

Location to be announced soon. It will start early since we need to be finished by 7pm to attend Dr. Dean's keynote at 7:30pm

UPDATE 1:
Iron Works Barbecue
100 Red River
Austin, TX 78701
512-478-4855

.3 miles from the Hilton, let's meet just before 5:15 in the lobby of the Hilton and walk to our 5:30 pm reservation.

This bbq was recommended by the Burnt Orange Report.

Please respond below if you want to be included in dinner reservations for Wednesday.

Non-SFKossacks welcome, just give us their headcount.

1. navajo
2. EddieC
3. Kimoconnor
4. Highacidity
5. Ukiyo
6. The Awful Truth
7. Jeff in CA
8. Mrs. Jeff in CA :: Joan
9. Blissing
10.Norm
11.Malacandra
12.

Wednesday Austin Dinner Plans :: Netroots Nation Convention

by: navajo   

Sat Jul 12, 2008 at 22:12:12 PM PDT

We are going to join the Cheers & Jeers group.

Meet in the lobby at 6:30 pm.  And the reservation is under Cheers and Jeers for 7 PM.  

Here is the address and phone number for Threadgill's.  

Threadgill's, South Austin

301 West Riverside Drive
(512) 472-9304

http://www.threadgills.com/

Location to be announced soon.

Please respond below if you want to be included in dinner reservations for Wednesday.

Non-SFKossacks welcome, just give us their headcount.

1. Gloryous1
2. navajo
3. Sidepocket
4. Mrs. Sidepocket
5. Kimoconnor
6. highacidity
7. ukiyo
8. norm

And later that night:

The Field and Burnt Orange Report Party
When:  Wed, Jul 16, 8pm - 10pm
Where:  The Cedar Door 201 Brazos Street (Corner of 2nd)
Description:   The Field and Burnt Orange Report* cordially invite you to attend: A welcoming reception for Netroots Nation participants, Field Hands, Texas bloggers and valued readers and supporters of our publications. Join us at downtown Austin's "nomadic watering hole for politicians, journalists and courthouse lawyers" and meet lots of fun and interesting folks. Admission free. Cash bar. We'll provide something to nibble on, some free and informative reading materials, the opportunity to snag some some neat new buttons and stickers, and, as part of the brief presentations, a verrrry interesting audio file or two. RSVP via email to narconews@gmail.com *

James McMurtry
Midnight ($7)
The Continental Club
1315 South Congress Avenue
(you'll need a cab)
http://www.continentalclub.com...

Please comment below if there are other events or parties happening.

Please Volunteer to Organize a Dinner In Austin :: Update

by: navajo   

Sun Jul 13, 2008 at 08:18:14 AM PDT

That leaves us with dinner plans on our own for:
WEDNESDAY (aprox. finish by 8pm to attend Burnt Orange event)
THURSDAY (mandatory finish by 7pm to attend Dr. Deans keynote at 7:30pm)
FRIDAY Update 1: There is also a candidate event going on 6:30-8:30 at the Hilton, This would mean a very early dinner. (mandatory finish by 8pm to attend DailyKos Party at meet in lobby at 8:30pm)
SATURDAY (no time restrictions yet, (please Obama show up, please))

All other extracurricular events are after the dinner hours and are snackish with no full meals.

Help me plan where to meet and if you would like to join us please reply in appropriate diary.  

I have not paid attention to all the posts about local places to eat, i.e. BBQ joints.

I am calling for volunteers to take a dinner and organize it.  

I.E.
1. choose the venue
2.make the reservation
3. announce it to the group

caveat:
--observe restriction regarding timing above
--SFKossacks need to rsvp to each invitation in appropriate diary.

To volunteer to organize a dinner first person to POST A DIARY AT SFKOSSACKS gets the date.

To RSVP to any of the subsequent dinner plans by various members please wait for a diary to be posted at our site by the organizing kossack.

I am going to choose Wednesday to organize a destination.  Please respond asap so I have a headcount.

I just need 3 more volunteers to organize Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Grazie Mille.

*********************************************
For the person that organizes Friday here are your details to put in your diary:

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2008/7/8/10641/71162/21/548144
If you are attending the Netroots Nation convention, you are cordially invited to the Daily Kos party on Friday, July 18th.
How can you get in the party?  Simply meet us in the lobby of the Austin Hilton at 8:30pm on Friday, July 18th (with your Netroots Nation credential) and join the big orange parade over to Maggie Mae's on Sixth Street. Space will be limited, so don't be late!

For the person that organizes Saturday here are your details to put in your diary:

From OrangeClouds115
http://www.dailykos.com/story/...
PARTY!!
Where: Marriott Residence Inn, my suite. 1 block from the Hilton where everyone's staying. I'll know my room # once I check in so either email me or attend the food panel for details, or check in with the IG Publishing table at the Exhibition Hall to find out the exact room # of the party.

When: Saturday, 8pm - whenever

What: Sticky toffee pudding, beer, peaches, pecans, cheese, make-your-own omelets (with local veggies and Judith's amazing eggs), and whatever other local grub we can scrounge up.

Cost: Free - but we are accepting donations from those who have enough to spare (if you're broke, come eat for free and don't think twice about it). Donations will first cover the cost of the food, and all additional money will go to Austin's Sustainable Food Center.

Austin Netroots Nation Rollcall UPDATE!

by: navajo   

Mon Jun 09, 2008 at 21:27:05 PM PDT

U P D A T E:

I was able to reserve two tables in the main ballroom in the Austin Convention Center.  Just look for our logo which is at the top of this page on table top sign holders.  (Don't tell other groups as I don't want to cause any problems for Nolan.)

OK.  
Please respond below if you are attending Netroots Nation 2008 in Austin this year.

I am working on reserving a table or tables for us in the big main room so we don't have to vie for space for each event and sychronize watches and such like last year.

You just show up and have a seat. Voila!

I need to make a table sign or signs that hopefully remains at our site the entire event.

Anyway, please respond below so I know how many SFKossacks will be there.

Also respond with any needs or concerns you have.

I am so looking forward to this event.

1. navajo
2. the awful truth
3. kimoconnor
4. gloryous
5. sidepocket
6. Mrs. sidepocket
7. Moody Loner, Mrs. Moody and Little
8. Jeff in CA
9. Mrs. Jeff in CA
10. blissing
11. norm
12. Nolan
13. highacidity
14. Ukiyo
15. LeftCoast
16. LeftyLimblog
17. Sarahnity plus hubbie
18. Malacandra
19. Mber
20. Amy

Some Firefighters Won't Get to Celebrate the 4th of July

by: FFDAR   

Thu Jul 03, 2008 at 18:34:32 PM PDT

  Thousands of firefighters from across California, and some from out of state, will be seeing fireworks tomorrow, but not the fun kind they would like to see.  Nor will they have a chance to relax at BBQs or picnics with family and friends.  That's because they will be on the front lines fighting the countless wildfires that continue to burn in various parts of California and other states, the biggest currently in the Big Sur area (Los Padres National Forest.)  
Tomorrow the firefighters my city will hold their annual pancake breakfast, a fundraiser for their firemen's fund.  The breakfast is in conjunction with our county's big 4th of July parade, which attracts local dignitaries, service groups, and performances from the likes of {ugh} the Stanford "band".
With that inspiration, I'd like to hold a virtual "pancake breakfast" fundraiser for firefighters and other groups involved in helping fire victims.

   Thousands of firefighters from across California, and some from out of state, will be seeing fireworks tomorrow, but not the fun kind they would like to see.  Nor will they have a chance to relax at BBQs or picnics with family and friends.  That's because they will be on the front lines fighting the countless wildfires that continue to burn in various parts of California and other states, the biggest currently in the Big Sur area (Los Padres National Forest.)  
 Tomorrow the firefighters my city will hold their annual pancake breakfast, a fundraiser for their firemen's fund.  The breakfast is in conjunction with our county's big 4th of July parade, which attracts local dignitaries, service groups, and performances from the likes of {ugh} the Stanford "band".
 With that inspiration, I'd like to hold a virtual "pancake breakfast" fundraiser for firefighters and other groups involved in helping fire victims.

I realize people are strapped for money these days, what with the state of the economy, pleas for helping flood and tornado victims in the midwest, as well as contributions to candidates (especially Darcy Burner, herself a fire victim.)  However, if you can spare a few bucks, listed below are some groups that help fire victims (human, animal, and/or plant.)  Note that some of the groups below need volunteers as well, so if you can't spare money, perhaps you have a few spare hours to give them.

Thursday June 19th Rally for Health Care

by: Bill Section 147   

Sat Jun 14, 2008 at 02:02:38 AM PDT

If you can break away for a hour look for like minded kossacks near around or under an orange flag.

I'll try to post more on dkos Monday and Tuesday. Also I am sure nyceve will have more so I will also try to hit her Diary with follow-up comments as well as the open threads.

Cargill, Inc. threatens to hold wetlands restoration hostage

by: FFDAR   

Thu Jun 12, 2008 at 13:34:28 PM PDT

With environmentalists trying to qualify a November ballot measure that could block open-space development, Cargill and real estate development firm DMB Associates are telling Redwood City residents that if they don't support building homes and commercial offices on the 1,433-acre site as well as wetlands restoration, the company will continue to harvest salt indefinitely.

A DMB official who asked not to be named denied that the announcement is a response to the environmentalists' ballot proposal.