San Francisco Peoples' Organization presents 'Auction off Downtown'

An evening of Art, Community and Politics

April 8, 2006 at 7:30 p.m.

What: The event will feature a silent and a live auction, led by guest auctioneer Matt Gonzalez, as well as a reading by San Francisco Poet Laureate Jack Hirschman, live music, and a DJ-ed after-party. Marcus Darkraven will present a screening of his film, "For Real Bayview," currently in production.

Work by over 50 artists will be auctioned off, including Susannah Bettag, Luis Delgado, Nguyen Qui Duc, Mark Ellinger, Kate Eric, Lawrence Ferlinghetti, Tim Gaskin, Matt Gonzalez, Albert Herter, Martha Hubert, Lucho Pozo, Clare Rojas, Lisa Rybovich Cralle, Debra Walker, Andy Vogt, Kelly Yount, Arngunnur Yr, and many many more... The show is curated by Bruno Mauro, Siri Margerin, and Catherine Rauschuber.

*"Downtown Afternoon" by Debra Walker is one of the pieces in the auction.

Where: 111 Minna Gallery

When: Saturday, April 8, Doors 7:30, Music and Silent Auction 7:30-10:30, Live Auction 9:30.

$10 - $20 suggested donation, or pay what you can afford. Advance tickets available at Ticketweb.com

For more information about the event, or to donate, email Catherine, (phone: 415-378-7025).

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