GGBA August Make Contact

Come join us as we mix a hot August night with some Cool Jazz at 1300 on Fillmore August 11th , 6pm-8pm , Register here: http://ggba.chambermaster.com/events/details/august-make-contact-882 Free Admission for GGBA Members $25 for Non-Members About the Fillmore Jazz District/Why it's Important to San Francisco The Fillmore was a national center for jazz during the 1940s and 1950s when it was known as the "Harlem of the West" and attracted many leading jazz luminaries including Louis Armstrong, John Coltrane, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and the "Bird" (Charlie Parker). Fillmore Street was filled with nightclubs. Jimbo's Bop City, nationally known for its all-night jam sessions and its location behind Jimbo Edward's waffle shop, is reported to be the only venue to host Parker and Armstrong together at the same time. About 1300 on Fillmore In 2007, Chef David Lawrence and Monetta White opened the doors of 1300 on Fillmore with the mission to serve "Inventive Southern" cuisine, and bring every country, culture, and class a little taste of comfort dining. Located in The Fillmore Jazz District, 1300 on Fillmore dishes up modern riffs on Southern classics with top-notch ingredients, creative libations, live music and a posh supper club vibe. Prepared as interpreted by internationally recognized Chef David Lawrence, he combines classic French training with Southern flavors using fresh, California seasonal ingredients. Chef David's North-meets-South cuisine includes imaginative creations such as Fresh Water Shrimp Hushpuppies, and refined interpretations of Southern favorites like Barbecue Shrimp N' Grits and our famous 1300 Black Skillet Fried Chicken. Special Guest: Supervisor Scott Weiner