Supervisor Fiona Ma: Get Involved in the Neighborhood

Throughout September, every corner of the Sunset and Parkside districts will be hosting a community event or clean-up project. So, this month get out there, get informed and get involved in some of the activities in your area, including:

Western Neighborhoods Project Gala
Enjoy an evening of live music and support the Western Neighborhoods Project (WNP), a non-profit organization formed to preserve and share the history and culture of the neighborhoods in western San Francisco. Purchase tickets ($25 each) online at WNP's website at ww.outsidelands.org/gala/index.php. Details: Janet Pomeroy Center, south of the SF Zoo on Saturday, Sept. 9, from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Annual La Playa Block Party
This third annual event is fun for all ages and everyone is welcome. There will be a free BBQ, music and Jumpy Castle for kids. If you have any questions, please e-mail buffy@javabeachcafe.com or call 606-1884. Details: 1396 La Playa, at Judah Street, on Saturday, Sept. 9, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Community Meeting on Sloat Boulevard Bike Lanes
Representatives from the Department of Parking and Traffic (DPT) will join myself and bicycle advocates to discuss a current proposal to install bike lanes on Sloat Boulevard. Representatives from other city departments will also be on hand to address community questions and concerns. Details: Trocadero Clubhouse, Stern Grove at Sloat Boulevard and 19th Avenue, on Monday, Sept. 11, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Workshop on the Lake Merced Boathouse Rehabilitation Project
Share your perspectives on the future of the boathouse facility, which is in need of significant repairs and renovation. If you are unable to attend this meeting, written comments may be submitted to: Jaci Fong, Director of Property, SF Recreation and Park Department, McLaren Lodge, Golden Gate Park, 501 Stanyan St., San Francisco, CA 94117-1898. Details: The First Tee Room, 99 Harding Road, Harding Park Golf Course, on Tuesday, Sept. 12, 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Coastal Garden Clean Up
Refresh plantings and renew the Sunset's newest little garden and clean up the immediate neighborhood. All materials will be provided, dress appropriately for gardening and clean up work. Details: Median at Lower Great Highway and Taraval Street, on Saturday, Sept. 16, 9 a.m. to noon.

Wawona/Pine Lake Park Clean Up
Please help the community "Take Back their Neighborhood" with their first clean-up effort. Again, all materials will be provided, just come ready to work. Details: 1715 Wawona St., at 30th Avenue, above Stern Grove and below Parkside Square/Edgewood Children's Home, on Saturday, Sept. 23, at 9 a.m.

Sunset Community Festival - Spotlight on Our Environment II
Enjoy great food, live entertainment, and fun activities for kids and adults. Get valuable community resources and information. The theme this year's event is to promote an environmentally healthy, safe and friendly environment for our diverse families of all ages and ethnicities. For more information, e-mail sunsetfestival@sbcglobal.net or call 731-7322. Details: Sunset Recreation Center, 28th Avenue and Lawton Street, on Saturday, Sept. 30, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Second Annual Autumn Moon Festival
This celebration will include performances by the Shaolin Monks, magicians, musicians, pony rides and delicious food. This event is free and everyone is welcome. The Autumn Moon Festival falls on the 15th day of the eighth lunar month of the Chinese calendar.

The festival is a time for family reunions and to celebrate the abundance of the summer's harvest. For more information, contact Jane Kwong at 664-8749. Details: Irving Street, between 23rd and 25th avenues, on Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Supervisor Fiona Ma represents District 4.