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Are you Polyamorus?

2007-12-03T06:14:31Z

I am writing an article for a journalism class and I am looking for a poly grouping who would be open to my interviewing all participants. Being that this is Davis and not SF, I am interested in talking to anyone who has been or is currently in a poly relationship. This is a positive but realistic article and there is some possibility of it being published so keep that in mind if you are very private person.

Feel free to respond here or email me privately, thanks in advance!

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Not so Deadly Davis Dash

2007-06-16T09:05:35Z

here's the scheudle for this Critical Music Mass for THIS Saturday!

3:00pm- meet at the Delta of Venus

3:30pm- Soloman Sokay at the compost piles in the Experimental College
Gardens

4:00pm- Dan Macht in front of the old Cafe Roma just off campus

4:45pm- Katie Delwiche in the bomb shelter

5:30pm- Elders in the Turtle House (Gray Davis House) basement

6:15pm- Ben Lewis at the North Area Pond (next to Northstar Park)

7:15pm- Spider Friends at Chestnutt Park

8:00pm- show at the Delta of Venus with...
- Antinguo Automata Mexicano ("krautrock" from Mexico)
- Boss the Big Bit (local favs; KDVS Recordings)
- DJ Carlitos (Mexico; Vampi Soul records) spinning an international funk
dance party

the show at the D.O.V. will have a $4 cover.

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Link to Archived Shows:

2007-05-07T15:13:19Z

You didn't hear this from me, but you can access about a months worth of old shows on the KDVS server.

http://169.237.101.62/archives/

You will be looking for the files that start with:

'DJ Cariad - The Fringe'

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New Blob, er Blog!

2006-07-14T08:30:29Z

DJ Cariad has a new blog for the show that will (hopefully) be more up to date and easier to manage.

http://kdvsfringe.blogspot.com/

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Today on the Fringe: Gender in Iraq

2006-06-21T15:42:58Z

No interviews this week (i've been hiding - tell me to come out) instead we have articles:

On political music: http://www.commondreams.org/views06/0619-25.htm

On Women in Iraq: http://www.truthout.org/issues_06/061506WB.shtml

OnQueers in Iraq: http://action.web.ca/home/lgbt/databank.shtml?x=89136&AA_EX_Session=fbd128d754134b393816b06f168ef352

Kick ass music I'm listening to: http://www.archive.org/details/BrennaSahatjianRiseLikeLi

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May 3rd Keith Knight and more events than you can shake a stick at

2006-05-03T16:28:48Z

The Essentials at Friday Night Music Series Friday, May 12 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Outside in the "E st Plaza (on E St., between 2nd and 3rd St.) in Beatutiful downtown Davis Free show!

May 20 event: www.careforgodscretion.net

Women Take Back the Night Tuesday, May 9; 6:00 p.m., Central Park, Davis Join in protesting violence against women at the 25th annual Davis Women Take Back the Night. This event includes a rally, musical performance by Sacramento artist Dre, a march through the streets of Davis, survivor speak out, poetry and candlelight vigil.

BE A LGBTQIA PEER EDUCATOR NEXT YEAR The Peer Educator Program (PEP) is a volunteer service designed to help students educate other students about LGBTQIA issues on the UC Davis campus. Presentations are done in the dorms and classrooms, for student organizations and academic departments, as well as for other campus units. No experience is necessary to participate. Training on both LGBTQIA issues, as well as general presentation and facilitation skills, will be provided. And, itís a great way to get to know other people in the UCD community! Applications are due Wednesday, May 3, 2006. For information, check out the LGBTRC, at the University House Annex. http://lgbtcenter.ucdavis.edu/

* * * *SPECIAL EVENTS* * * *
ELLEN HANSEN MEMORIAL PRIZE EXHIBIT East Conference Room, First Floor, MU Exhibit: Monday, May 1; 4:00-6:00 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday; 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Thursday, May 4; 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Reception & awards: Wednesday, May 3; 5:00-6:30 p.m. Celebrate the bravery and independence of women expressed in this exciting and diverse multi-media exhibit of photography, performance art, painting, sculpture, poetry, Þction and Þlm produced by UCD women students. Join us at the reception where two $1,000 prizes will be awarded, and refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the Women's Resources and Research Center.

LILA ABU-LUGHOD: TOUGH QUESTIONS FROM A MIDDLE EAST ANTHROPOLOGIST Monday, May 1; 4:00-6:00 p.m., International House, 10 College Park (just off Russell) Join Dr. Abu-Lughod as she presents The Debate on Gender, Religion, and Rights: Tough Questions from a Middle East Anthropologist. Sponsored by Middle East/South Asia Studies and a host of others.

LA RAZA CULTURAL DAYS Learn about the social, cultural and political issues facing the Chicano/Latino community, while celebrating the traditions and contributions of Chicano and Latino cultures. Many events happen all week, but here's a sampling:

SPEAK OUT! WOMEN OF COLOR POETRY READING Monday, May 1; 7:00-9:00 p.m., MU II, Memorial Union Lambda Theta Nu Sorority, Inc. presents the annual poetry reading by campus women. Join Ines Hernandez-Avila, Jocelyn de Leon (of Eighth Wonder), Lateka Stanely (of Mohogany Poets) and Alani Navarro-Cridge as they share their works. Also, anyone can sign up for open mic! Co-sponsored by the WRRC, La Raza Cultural Days, Native American Cultural Days, Asian Pacific Islander Culture Week, and Yik'al Kuyum.

IMMIGRANT RIGHTS RALLY Wednesday, May 3; 12:00-1:00 p.m., MU Patio

LA GRAN TARDEADA Saturday, May 6; on the MU Quad Live music, arts and crafts, children's area, health fair, raffles, carnival games, and food!

SEXPLORATION WITH AUTHOR JANE BOGART Wednesday, May 3; 7:30-9:00 p.m., Wellman 26 Jane Bogart's frank and easygoing style puts you right at ease as she helps you get in touch with your true desires. She'll read from her newest book, Sexploration: The Ultimate Guide to Feeling Truly Great in Bed, and share strategies for communicating with partners. Yummy desserts served! Sponsored by the Cowell Student Health Center Health Education & Promotion program, along with GASC and the WRRC.

BEHIND THE VEIL OF STEREOTYPE: MUSLIM WOMEN RESPOND Monday, May 8; East Conference Room, MU Panel: 12:00-1:00 p.m. Art viewing: 11:30-2:30 The Quran encourages all Muslims to Þght against injustice, and Muslim women continue to be at forefront. In this moderated discussion, Muslim-American women activists give their perspectives on Islam and their role as Muslim women. Co-sponsored by the WRRC with the Muslim Students Association.

EATING & HEALTH STRATEGIES FOR GRAD SCHOOL SURVIVAL Monday, May 8; 12:10-1:00 p.m., Mee Room, MU Hear Dr. Liz Applegate, renowned speaker and Director of Sports Nutrition at UC Davis, discuss the nutritional challenges that graduate students face. Learn what you can do to lead a healthier lifestyle even in the hectic and demanding environment of graduate school. Topics will include how to make healthy food choices on campus, the difference between fats, and how to improve your energy level through nutrition. For more information, contact Sally Chiu at salchiu@ucdavis.edu. Sponsored by Professors for the Future, Office of Graduate Studies.

ANGELA NISSEL: GROWING UP MIXED Wednesday, May 10; 5:00 PM, East Conference Room; MU Angela Nissel, writer for the hit show Scrubs and author of The Broke Diaries, will read from her new memoir, Mixed: My Life in Black and White. The daughter of a former Black Panther mother and a white father, Angela's latest book explores her experiences growing up "mixed" with humor and wit. A signing will follow the reading, and books will be available for purchase. Co-sponsored by the WRRC with Mixed Heritage Week.

I CAN BE BOTH: BLACK FEMINISM/WOMANISM Wednesday, May 17; Noon, Mee Room, MU Whether we call it black feminism, womanism, or black American feminism, we know it's about the intersection of race and gender and the struggle to define our situation. Join Dr. Nandi Crosby for a discussion about the complexities and achievements we experience within the women's movement and where we can go from here. Co-sponsored by the WRRC with Black Family Week.

* * * *WORKSHOPS* * * *

ASAP BROWN BAG: STRATEGIES FOR COPING WITH ANXIETY Friday, May 5; 12:00-1:00 p.m., Mee Room, MU This presentation by ASAP's Beth Cohen will address what anxiety is and how it can affect us in our everyday lives. The discussion will include the body's response to anxiety, different types, as well effective methods to decrease its hold on us. Breathing techniques as well as other strategies will be introduced. No reservations are needed. Sponsored by the Academic & Staff Assistance Program, 752-2727.

A WOMAN'S WORTH Monday, May 8; 4:00-6:00 p.m., DeCarli Room, MU About 4,1000 women will graduate from UCD this year, and most will be offered a lower starting salary than their male counterparts. Get strategies and resources to negotiate a fair starting salary. Don't sell yourself short by missing this workshop! Sponsored by the WRRC.

MATH CAFE Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., WRRC Library, 114 North Hall The Cafe provides a fun and friendly environment with free tutoring for math and engineering students. Drop by to study and discuss mathematics; snacks are provided! People interested in tutoring are also welcome. Sponsored by the WRRC.

The Davis Diversity Coalition which includes the LGBT community is having a candidates forum on Thursday, May 11, at 6:30 in the Community Chambers behind City Hall at 23 Russell Blvd. We will be asking questions of the Yolo County District Attorney and Davis City Council candidates. If there is any way you can attend, please do and let these folks know we think issues concerning diversity are an important part of our city. Also, it will be telecast live on the city's channel 16 and at other times to be announced. -Shelly and Ellen

6:00-6:45 Introduction to Social Dancing-$39 Wednesday at Faces May 3, 10, 17 and 24 Learn Cha-cha, Rumba, Jive, Tango, Waltz, and Quick Step. This is the best class with which to start! Call 916-214-0933 for more info! Also, Men's Group-March With Instructors Edgar and Kilee! This group is growing every month! Join the fun. Tuesdays at Central United Methodist Church (52nd and H Street) -May 2, 9, 16 and 23 6:45-7:30 Especially for Men's Group $39.00(Student Rates Available) Learn Cha-cha, Rumba, Jive, Tango, Waltz, and Quick Step. This is the best class with which to start! But don't hesitate to check our full dance schedule. www.Sacdancesport.com > Sacramento Dancesport Presents Dream it! Dance it! Dance Show and Dance Saturday, June 24th 7:30 @ Ultimate Dancesport 9181C Kiefer Blvd. Sacramento, CA 95826 $25 www.Sacdancesport.com > Sacramento Dancesport - The largest Same-Sex Dance Program in the USA! > Home to Kilee and Camille - World Same-Sex Women's Latin Champions! World > Dance Council Certified in Latin and Standard (Teaching Credential). Both > holders of International Judges License. Recipients of Lambda Awards - Gail Lang > Culture and Arts Award. "Dream it, Dance it!" >

Special Benefit Concert for the Solano Pride Center Colla Voce - A Men's Ensemble Performing "How I Found Sam" Sunday, June 11, 2006 4:00 PM Fairfield Center for the Creative Arts 1035 Texas St Fairfield, CA Tickets $22.00 In advance from City Hall at the Mall Westfield Solano Mall 707-428-7714 or at the door.

FRI MAY 5 STAIRWELL SISTERS play CAFFE TRIESTE 2500 San Pablo Ave. (corner of Dwight & San Pablo) // Berkeley 8pm // Free Hey ya'll - STEPH HAS RETURNED! Come welcome her back! Delicious coffee & treats - great atmosphere http://www.caffetriesteberkeley.com .. .. .. .. ..

SAT MAY 6 Berkeley Old-time Music Convention SPRING SQUARE DANCE! ASHKENAZ // 1317 San Pablo @ Gilman // Berkeley 7-11pm // all ages show LIVE music with Squirrelly Stringband & Thompson's String Ticklers Sisters dancing, not playing...but Evie calling! Calling with Tony Mates (Seattle) & Evie $12 adults / 12-18 half price / under 12 free http://www.ashkenaz.com http://www.berkeleyoldtimemusic.org .. .. .. .. ..

SUN MAY 7 STAIRWELL SISTERS play BENEFIT for TODD CHRETIEN'S CAMPAIGN 222 CLUB // 222 Hyde (at Turk), San Francisco Music by: The Stairwell Sisters and Lua 7:00pm (we're on first) Our friend Todd is running for Senate in California, and we're playing this show to raise money for his campaign. Todd Chretien is a Green Party candidate who's helped organize the May 1st protest for Justice for Undocumented Immigrants and who demands we Bring the Troops Home Now and spend money on schools not jails. Invited speakers include: Matt Gonzalez, former president, Board of Supervisors of SF; Kirya Traber, spoken word artist and activist; For more info about the campaign please visit: www.Todd4Senate.org or call 415.412.4540 Sliding scale donations - $5-10 / ages 18 + up

Wednesday May 3, 7:00pm: Potato Queen: A Reading by Rafaelito V. Sy. Author Rafaelito Sy was born in the Philippines in 1967 and immigrated to the United States in 1985 to pursue university studies in Boston and then in Paris. His debut novel, Potato Queen, is a story about the relationship between Anglos and Asians in the Bay Area's gay community in the 1990s. Free, all ages. Eureka Valley/Harvey Milk Memorial Branch Library, 3555 16th Street, San Francisco, CA 94114 Tel: 415-355-5616

Wednesday May 3, 7 pm: Retool 'n Grind, the ecumenical F2M-and-friends open mic occasionally hosted by an M2F! We're rebels, Dottie, but not loners. Not that you have to be a big ol' tranny to participate. You don't even have to be a Friend of Dorothy. But you *do* have to be comfortable being seen entering a sodomite bathhouse--and if you're reading this, I'll bet you are, you big femmebot you. (No disrespect meant to the butchbots.) Expose your talent, be it words, music, dance or some combination thereof. Eros, 2051 Market (look for Marcus Irons out front), 7:00pm, all ages, as free as the you want it to be.

Wednesday, May 3, 7:30 pm: Gore Vidal, American literary icon of the past half century and the 2006 Martha Heasley Cox Lecturer, will appear at one special event in San José: An Evening with Gore Vidal, A Conversation with CLA Director Mitch Berman with extended public Q&A session, San Jose, University Theatre, Hugh Gillis Hall, San Jose State University (on San Fernando St. next to the King Library.) Free admission. Sponsored by the Associated Students of SJSU and Martha Cox. http://www.litart.org/#Vidal

Friday and Saturday, May 5 + 6 at 8 pm: Jon Sims Center/AIRspace presents Micia Mosley in "Where My Girls At?" - a comedic look at Black Lesbian communities in the Bay Area by Micia Mosley. Final Performances. $5-$15 sliding, No one turned away. at Jon Sims Center, 1519 Mission St between S Van Ness and 11th. http://www.jonsimsctr.org

Friday and Saturday May 5 and 6 at 9 pm: Waiting for FEMA by Karen Ripley and Annie Larson. Catch a glimpse intoyour future ... will it be an earthquake or tsunami that forces you to scream "HELP! FEMA!" Molly and Edna face chaos in this comic/musical Red Alert. By comic writer-performers Karen Ripley and Annie Larson, with live musical back-up by Jack "Applejack" Walroth. Ripley and Larson have toured nationally and have been performing together for over 20 years. Their last play, Show Me Where It Hurts, won "Best of Fringe" at the 2005 San Francisco Fringe Festival. Presented by the Exit, at Original Joe's Restaurant, near Eddy and Taylor St. Reservations: 415-673-3847, or get tickets online. http://www.theexit.org/

Sundays, 7pm: United Genders of the Universe: All ages genderqueer group, East bay meeting. At Pacific Center, 2712 Telegraph Ave., Berkeley. http://www.unitedgenders.org

Sunday May 7, 7:30 pm signup, show 8 pm: K'vetsh queer spoken word open mic. Hosted by Tara Jepsen and Kirk Read. Features: Stephen Elliott and Max Wolf Valerio. Stephen Elliott is the author of the novels Jones Inn, A Life Without Consequences, What It Means To Love You, and Happy Baby. If you live in Norway the answer is yes, the Norweigan rights to Happy Baby have been purchased, so keep your eyes peeled. Same for Italy. He is also the author of Looking Forward To It Or How I Learned To Stop Worrying And Love The American Political Process and the editor of the Politically Inspired anthologies, of which there are currently two. Max Wolf Valerio is a Transman, and an American Indian (Blackfoot)/Latino poet, performer, and writer. He has appeared in a number of documentaries, including You Don~Rt Know Dick, Directed by Candace Schermerhorn and Buster Cam, as well as Female Misbehavior and Gendernauts directed by Monika Treut. Max discovered acting recently, and is featured in Unhung Heroes, written and directed by fellow FTM Ilya Pearlman. His writing has been published most recently in - THIS BRIDGE WE CALL HOME: Radical Visions for Transformation, ed. by Gloria Anzaldua and AnaLouise Keating (Routledge 2002). His work has also been featured in MALE LUST: Pleasure, Power and Transformation, ed. by Kerwin Kay, Jill Nagle, and Baruch Gold, and TRANSGENDER CARE by Gianna Israel and Dr. Donald Tarver MD. A portrait and essay is featured in THE PHALLUS PALACE by Dean Kotula (Alyson). He will be giving us a sneak peek at his forthcoming book, THE TESTOSTERONE FILES. Open mic sign-up at 7:30, one piece of 5 minutes or less. $1-$3 donation. At Sadie's Flying Elephant bar, 491 Potrero (on the corner of Mariposa) the first Sunday of every month.

Wednesday, May 17, 9:00pm Come out and party to support production of "GODSPEED" the movie!! Based on the book by Lynn Breedlove, the film is being co-directed by Lynn and Shani Heckman. Check out http://www.godspeedfilm.com for more info. Benefit performances include members of the following fabulous, local favorites: JAY WALKER AND THE COCKIVORES, CITIZEN KINGS, RADICAL CHEERLEADERS, DIAMOND DAGGERS, DAMEGOODZ, SISTAS IN THE PIT, SHAWNA VIRAGO, and STORM FLOREZ. Do not miss the chance to all this amazing talent in one night AND support a good cause at the same time! $7-$10 sliding scale. No one turned away for lack of funds. El Rio, 3158 Mission St, San Francisco, CA, 415-282-3325 http://www.elriosf.com

Saturday, May 20th: 1 day. 3 big events for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning youth: * 2nd annual Unchained Conference * 11th annual Young Women's Health Fair * The Unchained Dance Join over 400 hundred youth for a day of workshops, food, performances, and an opportunity to connect with community organizations from around the Bay Area! UNCHAINED CONFERENCE and YOUNG WOMEN'S HEALTH FAIR, two of LYRIC's most popular events are together at last! The conference is a chance for queer youth and their allies of all backgrounds to connect with their peers, learn from one another, and have some fun. The fair is a sex positive event for lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer womyn-take workshops, get resources, and did we mention gift bags?! WHO: LGBTQQ youth (24 & under) and their allies (including teachers/adult allies!) WHAT: New workshops, new performers, and a chance to connect with other youth! WHEN: Saturday, May 20th, 10a.m. - 6p.m. WHERE: Everett Middle School, 450 Church St. (@ 17th St.), San Francisco, CA COST: FREE! The UNCHAINED DANCE...it's back! At a new location, at a new time, and with new DJs. Come to the conference and fair, but make sure you stay for the dance! WHO: LGBTQQ youth (24 & under) WHAT: A bangin' after-party with guest DJs and door prizes! WHEN: Saturday, May 20th, 8p.m. - 12a.m. (midnight) WHERE: EVRC, 100 Collingwood St. (@ 18th St.), San Francisco, CA (Castro District) COST: FREE! Wanna join the steering committee and help produce these events? Wanna lead a workshop, provide a resource table, become an event volunteer, or perform? If so, then contact Denny David at 415.703.6150 x28 or denny@lyric.org and find out how you can get involved with these upcoming events. LYRIC is thrilled to bring you the 2nd annual Unchained Conference and the 11th annual Young Women's Health Fair, co-sponsored by GLSEN San Francisco-East Bay, Spectrum, and Billy DeFrank LGBT Community Center. The Unchained Conference is a hot opportunity for queer youth and their allies of all backgrounds to connect with their peers in an inclusive and safe space, to build relationships with other youth, and to gain skills/tools to effect positive change in oneself and one's community. This conference seeks to prioritize youth of color by developing content that reflects the experiences of their communities. The Young Women's Health Fair, now in its 11th year, is a progressive and sex positive event - an opportunity for LBTQQ young women to come together to talk and learn about sex and controversial topics that are not discussed in mainstream health education.

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Fundraiser and Upcoming Hot Shit!

2006-04-25T19:14:23Z

So, the KDVS fundraiser is happening next week. I'm excited because it's been described as "a week long radio slumber party". Also, I'm excited to be at the station live and hear from the people who listen to the show. Did I mention there is going to be a noontime KDVS bike parade??

So listen next week and help support (if you can, how you can) the show and the station.

As for the hot shit:

Two contacts at the Anarchist Bookfair are coming to fruition. I will interview Michelle Tea and Keith Knight for the week of May 3rd. Tea just came out with a novel called Rose of No Man's Land. Keef put out the graphic textbook A Beginner's Guide to Community Based Arts.

I also have an interview with Dave White, who just released the fabulous (thanks for the tip, Larrybob) Exile in Guyville: How a Punk Rock Redneck Faggot Texan Moved to West Hollywood and Refused to be Shiney and Happy.

So that's all for now...

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April 12 Technical Difficulties! W00T!

2006-04-12T16:15:55Z

So, my apologies for the technical difficulties today. If only I didn't have a 8-5 job (and could still support myself), then I couild be at the station pushing buttons and getting flustered myself. Instead, I'm listening to the show over my computer, powerless to stop the train wreck this happens to be.

Since, you won't here all the events I read off, here they are:

Singers from the greater Sacramento area present Sing
for the Cure®, A Proclamation of Hope, a unique
musical experience that touches hearts, moves
spirits and sings a story of hope and healing for
people with breast cancer and their loved ones.
Originally commissioned by the Susan G. Komen
Breast Cancer Foundation, this musical journey through
the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer is told
through the personal experiences of breast
cancer survivors, their partners and their loved ones.
Librettist Pamela Martin interviewed scores of people
whose unique stories comprise the narration and lyrics
for ten songs set to the music of ten composers, each
of whom has been touched by breast cancer in some way.
The effect is universal: both
performers and audience members alike experience the
pain of facing death and the hope of life that is so
real for all who make the journey.

The Sacramento premier of Sing for the Cure®, under
the direction of Carl K. Naluai, Jr., takes place
Sunday, May 21, 2006 at 7:00 pm, at St. Marks
United Methodist Church, 2391 St. Marks Way,
Sacramento (just east of County Club Plaza, which is
at the intersection of Watt and El Camino Avenues).
Net proceeds from this concert will be donated to the
Sacramento Valley Affiliate, Susan G. Komen Breast
Cancer Foundation. Tickets are $10.00 in advance from
singers or at the door. For more information: (916)
455-6234 or r.a.hughes@earthlink.net.

Native American Culture Days presents Randy Burns, who will give a
talk titled "Honoring Two Spirit Nations: Stories of Resistance and
Tradition" on Wed, April 12, at UCD in the C.N. Gorman Museum in Hart
Hall from noon until 1:30. Burns is a lifelong defender of LGBT
Native Americans and was a grand marshal at SF Pride. Also, special
guests Aurora Guerrero and Martiza Alvarez will speak about their new
film "Pura Lengus" and how the art community responds to issues that
continue to face the LGBT native community.

The fabulously fun and popular band, The Essentials, will perform
Friday May
12th from 7 to 9pm in downtown Davis, Ca., at a free family-friendly
outdoor
event.
The Davis Downtown Business Association presents the Friday Night Music
Series in the E Street Plaza, between 2nd and 3rd streets.
Based in Davis and Sacramento, The Essentials feature Linda Duval,
Cathy
Speck, Stacey Sheston and Reggie Balino.

Photos and more info about the Essentials are available at:

www.duvalspeck.com/essentials

>From the student leaders of the Sacramento Regional Gay Straight
Alliance
(SRGSA):

Let Your Voices Be Heard

On Wednesday, April 26, 2006 (the National Day of Silence), we are
asking
the LGBT community and straight allies of Sacramento to come together
and
show the rest of Sacramento that we are united against homophobia and
transphobia.

The Day of Silence was started in 1996 in response to the oppression
and
harassment that LGBT students experience at school and in their general
community. In the past, participants in the Day of Silence take a vow
of
silence for the entire day, and in the evening hold an event called the
Night of Noise. Last year, Sacramento had its first Day of Silence
march,
and we are hoping to continue the tradition for as long as it is
necessary.

We will be marching from the Lambda Center to the Department of
Education
for all the closeted and out LGBT students (and the straight students
who
are thought to be LGBT) that have been harassed. We will then walk
around
the Capitol grounds and back to the Lambda Center for a pizza party to
end
our Night of Noise.

When: Wednesday April 26, 2006 at 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm (with an after
party)
Where: Lambda Community Center (1927 L St. Sacramento 95814)

What: A march to the Department of Education building and a walk around
the
State Capitol
Sponsors of the Day of Silence march are: Respect Sacramento,
Sacramento
Regional Gay-Straight Alliance, GSA Network, Lambda Community Center
Who: For more information, contact the Sacramento Regional GSA at
sacregionalgsa@hotmail.com.

3. West Sacramento Mayor's Speech, March 29, 2006

>From Mayor of the City of West Sacramento Christopher Cabaldon's State
of
the City speech, March 29, 2006:

Before I close I do want to address one final issue, and it's a
personal one
and it's about an issue that I haven't addressed in public. Nobody in
this
community has ever asked me not to, and nobody's ever demanded that I
keep
myself quiet. But it's time for that to end.

The pressure and the stigma and sometimes the all-too-casual bigotry in
our
town made it painfully clear to me when I first ran for office in this
city
that I could either serve the community or I could be a gay man, but I
could
not do both.

Attitudes are changing in our town and in our country, but the Field
Poll
last week showed that one out of every three Californians still thinks
that
homosexuality is wrong and it should be illegal and that employers
should be
able to discriminate on that basis.

Five years ago, a controversy erupted at River City High School, just
down
the street from where I live. A group of students at the high school,
hoping
to create a safe haven on campus for gay students who were suffering
from
harassment or were thinking about suicide, they decided to form a Gay
Straight Alliance. Some of you may remember this issue because it blew
up.

Gay teenagers are four times more likely to commit suicide than their
straight peers, and it's precisely because of that kind of campus
climate.
And a lot of folks in this community got outraged at the thought of
this
club being created and a safe haven existing for these kids. And it
resulted
in a huge "letter to the editor war" as so many things do in our
community
between folks who were spewing hate and others in our community who
were
saying "not in our town."

And I stood by and didn't do anything. I stayed quiet during that whole
effort as others were engaged in a campaign of intolerance and hate;
they
were stoking the flames of fear and ignorance and prejudice, and they
were
putting kids at risk. And I was afraid that being openly gay would mean
that
I couldn't make a difference anymore; that if I stood up, that that
would be
the end of my ability to help our town achieve all of its other dreams.

My personal life is personal, and it's going to stay that way. My
agenda and
my leadership in this town as mayor aren't going to change because
tonight I
am choosing to be fully honest with you, finally.

But I'm not going to sit on the sidelines again if those kids or anyone
else
in our community is attacked and victimized. And I hope that by coming
out
directly, openly, and publicly, with the citizens who have placed the
public
trust in me, for so long and through so many elections, that I can help
inspire just a couple of today's gay and lesbian youth who might be
thinking
about serving their community, and help them understand they don't have
to
choose between being who they are—that they can help change or step
forward
to help serve their neighbors and their community, and help remind
them…
[Standing ovation]

I want to help remind those kids that bigotry isn't a West Sacramento
value.

I know some folks will be worried about what happens now, but I just
want to
say that for a long time—in fact through my whole public career—I've
also
been one of the only mayors in this nation who is also Filipino
American.
I've been "out" as a Filipino American, really, for my whole life. You
know,
it's not been a secret, I don't think anyone's been gossiping about it,
and
you've probably never noticed that Raley Field is built without one
stick of
bamboo, the Pheasant Club and Emma's, they still don't serve any
lumpia, and
you can't buy adobo at the Nugget Market's hot food counter.

I'm really proud of my heritage, but I hope you can see that there
hasn't
been any nefarious Filipino agenda that scripts the city of West
Sacramento.
And in the same way, being gay doesn't change how I fulfill the
public's
trust as mayor, except maybe when I use things like this to make a
point
about smart growth [laughter, as an issue of Men's Health magazine is
projected on a large screen beside the mayor].

So being gay and being Filipino, they both give me a window on the
magnificent diversity of what West Sacramento is all about, what makes
us so
dynamic, the diversity that gives us our distinctive character and our
energy. And since this community first elected me ten years ago, my
values,
my aspirations, my agenda have all been the values, the aspirations,
and the
agenda of all West Sacramento and that's not going to change.

Well maybe one thing will change. I'm hoping that if we can harness the
network and the energy of all the people in this town who've been
gossiping
about me for the last ten years, if we could use that gossip network,
if we
could borrow it for our emergency preparedness and evacuation
notification
system, [laughter] we'd be golden. [Applause]

So tomorrow morning, whatever happens to be in the newspaper, I'm going
to
be back to work with the rest of the city council, with the men and the
women who serve in city government, and all of you to strengthen our
flood
protection, to rebuild our main street, to implement those smart growth
principles, to bring life to the waterfront, to upgrade our schools, to
create safe secure neighborhoods, to make West Sacramento the
healthiest
city in the region.

That's what this is all about. I'm so proud that I've had the
opportunity to
serve this city that all of us love so much, a place where heritage,
hope,
and hubris all come together, where our spirit of innovation and
entrepreneurship, our sense of place, our respect for tradition, and
our
respect for diversity have opened the limitless opportunities of what
must
surely be West Sacramento's Golden Age.

Thank you all very much. [Standing ovation]

Ed. - Send a note of appreciation to Mayor Cabaldon for his action; let
him
know that there are so many people that are helped by his being open
about
who he is. christopherc@cityofwestsacramento.org

LESLEY GORE - 60¹s Teen Icon (AND A LESBIAN!)

Saturday, April 15th @ 8:00 pm at the Napa Valley Opera House

Tickets $40-$50

Box Office 707-226-7372 or at http://www.ticketweb.com

"More than 40 years after her first hit with 1963's It's My Party;and
nearly
three decades after she last recorded an album, Lesley Gore is back.
And
this time, it really is her party: the former teen idol's voice is
better
than ever." Philadelphia Inquirer

One week after performing It¹s My Party at a friend¹s birthday in
1963,
Lesley Gore skyrocketed to the top of the charts and to superstardom as
a
sixteen-year old high school student. With producer Quincy Jones, she
followed with Judy¹s Turn to Cry, You Don¹t Own Me, and Maybe I Know,
among
many others. The young Lesley quickly distinguished herself from other
"Girl" singers by writing pre-feminist anthems that would lead the way
for
future generations of rabble-rousing female pop singers from Pat
Benatar to
Madonna. Today¹s Lesley Gore is out and proud and sings with a voice as
mature and soulful as it once was young and brash.

In 2005, she recorded and self-produced the critically-acclaimed CD,
Ever
Since, a timeless collection of classic songs placed in a translucent,
pin-lit setting that allows her to shine. Included are newer versions
of two
Lesley Gore standards, You Don't Own Me and Out Here On My Own,
seamlessly
interwoven with new songs written by national recording artists Mike
Errico,
Blake Morgan, and Gore herself.

Although Gore did not officially come out until late in her career,
her
lesbianism was not exactly a secret. Beginning in 2004, Gore could be
seen
hosting the PBS series "In the Life." Gore currently lives with her
partner
of over 23 years.

For more info on Lesley Gore and to hear cuts from her latest CD,
visit
http://www.lesleygore.com

Unspeakable Acts (April 13)
Thursday, April 13 @ 6 p.m. in the King Lounge, MU.
You are invited to attend the debut of the UC Davis Campus Violence
Prevention Program’s performance of “Unspeakable Acts.” The program
will
feature three dramatic skits, followed by an informal discussion of
relationships, dating violence, and sexual assault.

A Common Voice (April 17)
Monday, April 17 @ 7 p.m. in MU II, FREE EVENT.
A powerful and moving performance about VIOLENCE on campus inspiring
you to
rethink the culture in which we live. Real students, real experiences.
UCD
students break the silence about the everyday violations and triumphs
of
their lives. Monday

Women’s self Defense Workshop (April 19)
Wednesday, April 19 from 4 to 6 p.m. in King Lounge, MU.
This 2 hour introductory workshop teaches strategies to increase
awareness
and reduce risk, as well as provide simple self-defense techniques
designed
for women of all ages, body types and physical abilities. This class
will
enhance confidence, increase security, and help you to realize you own
power.

Survivor Speak (April 20)
Thursday, April 20 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in Griffin Lounge, MU.
Survivors of Sexual Assault and their allies are encouraged to come and
share their voices through poetry during this open mic. Contact: Chueh
Jun-Fung at vjchueh@ucdavis.edu

The Survivors Everywhere project (April 20)
Thursday, April 20 from 5 to 7 p.m. in MU Art Gallery, MU.
A safe space for survivors of childhood/sexual assault and their allies
to
share personal stories, grow, heal, discuss the effects of negative
stigmas
and stereotypes, the effects of childhood/sexual assault on different
genders and sexual orientations, coping strategies, and activism.

Intersex Awareness Week (April 24 to 28)
Put together by the UC Davis Intersex Awareness Week
Sponsored by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Resource Center

Monday, April 24
Intersex 101
>From 12 to 1 p.m., in 2124 Wickson
A basic introduction to the history and importance of intersex issues.
Answers to frequently asked questions regarding the intersex community.
No
background knowledge is necessary.

"Intersex Awareness": Keynote Speaker Lynnell Stephani Long
@ 7 p.m. in 167 Olson
A workshop, facilitated by intersex activist and educator Lynnell
Stephani
Long, that promotes awareness of current issues affecting intersexed
people, discusses peer support opportunities, and opens up
opportunities
for collaboration and coalition building.

Tuesday, April 25
Intersex 101 (encore)
>From 12 to 1 p.m. in 3201 Hart
A basic introduction to the history and importance of intersex issues.
Answers to frequently asked questions regarding the intersex community.
No
background knowledge is necessary.

Wednesday, April 26
"Hermaphrodites Speak"
>From 12 to 1 p.m.3201 Hart
"Imagine growing up knowing you were different, not quite knowing why
and
feeling like you were the only person in the world like you. Meet
Angela,
David, Heidi, Tom, Mani, Cheryl, Max and Hida as they tell their
stories of
growing up intersexed. " - ISNA. This short documentary followed by a
short
discussion facillitated by members of the Intersex Awareness Week
planning
committee.

Thursday, April 27
Adding the "I" to the LGBT - a RiSE UP! discussion
>From 12 to 1 p.m. in LGBT Resource Center
Bring your lunch to the LGBT Resource Center and join us for a healthy
luncheon discussion. The discussion will center around the links
between
intersex issues and LGBT issues. The topic may broaden to encompass the
intersections of other aspects of identity including, but not limited
to,
race, age, ethnicity, and so on.

Friday, April 28
Intersex Roundtable
>From 12 to 1 p.m. in 2124 Wickson
This is a safe space which we have created for people that identify as
intersex or feel that they have been intersexed by society. This is a
closed space for only intersex people. Please respect the privacy and
safety of the roundtable participants.

Candle Light Vigil (April 26)
Wednesday, April 26 @ 7 p.m. in the Coffee House Steps.
UC Davis will participate in a state wide campaign honoring survivors
of
sexual assault.

Women Take back the Night (May 9)
Tuesday, May 9 from 6:10 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Central Park, Davis.
Join in protesting violence against women at the 25th annual Davis
Women
Take Back the Night. This event includes performances by Sacramento
artist
Dre, SaDa Fuego Fire Performance Troup and UCD’s ONLY all female a
cappella
group, The Spokes. The even will also include, a survivor speak out, a
march through the streets of Davis, a candlelight vigil and a resource
fair.
For more info. Contact Shauna Stratton in the Campus Violence
Prevention
Program at 752-3299.

The Women’s Center is hiring
THE WOMEN'S CENTER IS NOW HIRING INTERNS FOR 2006-07!
Interested in women's issues? Gain valuable skills in a highly
collaborative
organization while having fun and contributing to the UCD community-and
get
paid! Internships are full academic year positions, from mid-September
2006
through mid-June 2007. Applications due by Monday, April 24 at 5:00
p.m.
The following internships are available:
• Library
• Programming
• Graphic Design
• Office/Resources
• Website Coordinator
• Sexual Harassment Education
• Campus Community Education

Pick up a job description and application at the WRRC (113 North Hall)
or on
our website: http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu/interns/internships.html

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3/29/06 Tret Fure and New Amnesty International Report

2006-03-29T16:59:04Z

Tret Fure: www.tretfure.com

Synhergy: www.synhergy.net

The incredible, blow your mind away (and fricking hot) Myshkin's Ruby Warblers: www.myshkinsrubywarblers.com

The AI report: http://web.amnesty.org/library/Index/ENGAMR510432006

Slowpoke: www.slowpokecartoons.com

Minimum Security: www.mcmillian.livejournal.com

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Upcoming Hot Sh*t .2

2006-03-23T17:53:36Z

4/5/06 Mary Daly (you know my fetish for second wave feminists ;): feminist theologian and bad-ass ex-nun and Danielle of the kick ass Davis Art and Revolution Workshop Series (zines, puppets, stickering and more)

4/12/06 Kate Clinton: apparently big news on the Olivia Cruise circuit, mainstream lesbian comic coming to Sac

5/10/06 Julia Butterfly Hill: The treesitter, she's coming to Davis for a conference and she's going to talk to me (!). Her website is amazing: http://www.circleoflifefoundation.org/

more later...

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Unkle Lynn!

2006-03-23T00:44:45Z

I'm just catching the end of the interview with Lynn Breedlove ... awesome!! I'm already a fan anyway, but what a great way to start out the morning. Love the fact that there are probably more words bleeped out than left in! And thanks for getting Lynn to do a great pirate aaaargh during the comments about "salty language" :)

Not sure if the info is around here, but The Fringe is available via podcast, too! So now by popping in the URL below to the 'subscribe to podcast' command, past shows are available for download to your computer. W00t!!

feed://169.237.101.62/archives/DJ%20Cariad%20-%20The%20Fringe.xml

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Just Artsy

2006-02-08T15:34:57Z

A cool flickr photoset of signage in Sac..

http://www.flickr.com/photos/tspauld/sets/625856/

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Inditement link

2006-02-01T19:04:20Z

http://static.kovr.viacomlocalnetworks.com/~kovr/affidavit.pdf

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War Waste Want Women - January 25

2006-01-25T16:52:12Z

Info on Gyongy Laky:

Info in the show/ presentation:
http://cwr.ucdavis.edu/

Textiles Department Homepage:
http://textiles.ucdavis.edu/laky/gyongy1.0/

Woman of the Quater Interview:
http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu/woman_quarter/gyongy_laky/interview.html

Latest UCD figures on hiring practices:
http://occr.ucdavis.edu/news/view.cfm?news_id=106

PS: The Gossip is playing in Sacramento next week at Harlow's!

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January 11- Alito is Obscene!

2006-01-11T15:39:40Z

To Contact Senator Fienstein:

http://feinstein.senate.gov/contact.html

The Statute:
http://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/html/uscode18/usc_sec_18_00001462----000-.html

ACLU on the statute:

http://www.aclu.org/reproductiverights/gen/16532res19961031.html

Emma Goldman on Birth Control:
http://sunsite.berkeley.edu/Goldman/Exhibition/birthcontrol.html

Dan Savage's Straight Rights Update:
http://www.villagevoice.com/people/0545,savage,69780,24.html

3rd Circuit Reinstates Federal Obscenity Laws:
http://www.law.com/jsp/article.jsp?id=1134122711089

Porn NAtion at UC Davis:
http://www.californiaaggie.com/media/paper981/news/2006/01/09/CampusNews/Presentation.To.Address.Role.Of.Pornography-1322107.shtml?norewrite&sourcedomain=www.californiaaggie.com

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Women and the Environment Stuff: Judith Butler

2006-01-10T20:23:11Z

You know we want to know if she will do an interview for us while she is up for the talk...its on feb 23rd.

-a

Consortium for Women and Research

2005-2006: Focus On Women and The Environment

Winter 2005: Waste, Pollution, and Social Justice

January 5 - March 19, 2006
Museum Exhibit
The Difficult Subjects of W: War-Waste-Want-Women
Gyongy Laky, Textiles and Clothing, UCD
Nelson Gallery
Room 124 of the Art Building
Monday - Friday, 11:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

January 12, 2006
Work in Progress Series
Race, Gender, and Environmental Justice: Border Wars Over Synthetic Estrogens
Julie Sze, American Studies, UCD
3201 Hart Hall
Thursday, 12:00 - 1:30pm
brown bag lunch

January 26, 2006
Work in Progress Series
The Difficult Subject of W: War-Waste-Want-Women
Gyongy Laky, Textiles and Clothing, UCD
3201 Hart Hall
Thursday, 12:00 - 1:30pm
brown bag lunch

February 2, 2006
Work in Progress Series
Waste Matters
Marisol Cortez, Cultural Studies, UCD
3201 Hart Hall
Thursday, 12:00 - 1:30pm
brown bag lunch

This Series is generously co-sponsored by the John Muir Institute of the Environment, the Davis Humanities Institute, the English department, and Science and Technology Studies.

February 15, 2006
The Environmental Justice Movement: Where it is and Where it Needs to Go
University Club, Lounge
Mari Rose Taruc, Asian Pacific Environment Network
Carla Perez, Communities for a Better Environment
Rina Mehta, Silicon Valley Toxics Coalition.
Wednesday, 4:00 - 600pm
In addition to our series co-sponsors, co-sponsors for this panel include Asian American Studies, African and American Studies, Women's Research and Resource Center, and Native American Studies.

February 23 , 2006
Work in Progress Series
Transportation, Air Pollution, and Environmental Justice: Who Breathes What?
Deb Niemeier, Civil and Environmental Engineering
3201 Hart Hall
Thursday, 12:00 - 1:30pm
brown bag lunch

February 23 , 2006
Research Seminar
Transgender and the Spirit of Revolt: Psychoanalysis Reconsidered
Judith Butler, Maxine Elliot Professor in the Departments of Rhetoric and Comparative Literature, UC Berkeley
ARC Ballroom A
Talk and Discussion: Thursday, 7:30 - 9:00pm
Organized by Women and Gender Studies.
For information about the dinner at 6:30pm, please contact Shauna Ludwig at slludwig@ucdavis.edu

March 1, 2006
"Blue Vinyl: A Toxic Comedy"
Film screening and discussion facilitated by Julie Sze, American Studies, UCD
University Club, Lounge
Wednesday, 4:00 - 6:00pm

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12.28.05 - Holiday Debauchery

2005-12-28T17:34:58Z

Music : Fishtank Ensemble (hot, hot...seriously fucking hot) www.fishtankensemble.com

Articles:

"Peace on Earth" Means "No More War" by John Dear

Published on Saturday, December 24, 2005 by
CommonDreams.org
http://www.commondreams.org/views05/1224-21.htm

Hot Holiday Sex to Chase Away the Winter Blues
Merry XXX-mas!
By Dr. SUSAN BLOCK
http://www.counterpunch.org/block12242005.html
You can read the naughty bits I stumbled over and left out!

Utah Phillips w/ bit about pacifism
http://zmagsite.zmag.org/JulAug2004/crane0804.html

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Ideas for peeps to interview

2005-12-13T07:35:16Z

-pirate cheerleaders/broad vocabulary ladiez...
-makezine bois

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Upcoming hot shit!!

2005-11-30T19:22:49Z

we have some great interviewees lined up for the next couple of weeks. my brain is too addled to tell you who the all are, but there are queerpunk peeps, zinester peeps, and so on.

(translation: kelly shortandqueer is gonna be on one of the upcoming shows. saweet!!)

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Perkier than a porn star's...

2005-11-23T16:49:28Z

UC gets blasted in the chronicle!

Perks at the top:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/13/MNGHFFNMAC1.DTL&hw=uc&sn=002&sc=483

Proper Provost?:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/05/MNG41FJMLO1.DTL&hw=uc&sn=007&sc=395

The reaction at the capitol:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2005/11/16/BAG1RFP4R61.DTL&hw=uc&sn=009&sc=352

I promised to read an article on Watergate and Plamegate, but I ddn't have time this morning. It's a bit long, but well worth it:

http://www.motherjones.com/commentary/columns/2005/11/worse_watergate.html

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"It's a cat lick cat world" and other thoughts on masculinity on 11/9/05

2005-11-09T17:24:36Z

I interviewed my friend Dave about presentation, gender and power. We shared a microphone, and he wore fur booties. It was great!

In other news....

TRANS ACTION WEEK & GENERATION SEX WEEK!
November 14th-18th

TransAction Week is a week of transgender education and awareness
sponsored
by the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Resource Center

Co-sponsors: Office of Campus Community Relations, Women's Resources
and
Research Center, Chancellor's Committee on LGBTI Issues

Generation Sex Week is a series of week-long programs to facilitate
healthy
attitudes, awareness and education on sex, sexuality and gender issues.
Come celebrate and learn about yourselves and others! Sponsored by the
Gender & Sexuality Commission of ASUCD

Monday, November 14th
12Noon Keynote Speaker Pauline Park, 147 Olson TransAction Week program
Pauline Park is co-founder and co-chair of the New York Association for
Gender Rights Advocacy (NYAGRA), the first statewide transgender
advocacy
organization in New York. As coordinator of the legislative work group
on
gender-based discrimination, Park led the campaign for passage of Int.
No.
24, the transgender rights bill passed by the New York City Council and
signed into law by Mayor Bloomberg in April 2002. Following enactment
of
Local Law 3 of 2002, Park served on the working group that drafted
guidelines for implementation of the new law.

Tuesday, November 15th
12Noon, "Transgender 101",109 Wellman TransAction Week program
An informal discussion about basic terminology and issues affecting

7pm, "Pillow Talk," Wellman 2 GENERATION SEX WEEK Program

A sexuality panel made up of both students and staff who identify with
a
variety of genders, sexualities, and sexual experience. Panelist will
answer questions regarding their sexual views and experiences.

Wednesday, November 16th
12Noon, "Transgender Legal Issues", Chris Daley, DeCarli Room, Memorial
Union TransAction Week program

1pm, "Drag Decoded: Opening the Door to a Trans Critique of Drag Shows"
TransAction Week program
DeCarli Room, MU
What does drag tell us about gender roles in society? How does that
intersect with transgender perspectives on drag? Come to this fun and
interactive workshop to learn more and share your views about
transgender
issues and drag.

7pm, "The O Tapes" Wellman 2 GENERATION SEX WEEK Program
A documentary featuring real women talking about their intimate
personal
experiences and their quest for sexual ecstasy. Along the way the women
explore such "forbidden zones" as orgasm, masturbation, the G spot,
"kinky"
sex and female ejaculation. Question and answer portion with a licensed
sex
therapist with follow the screening

Thursday, November 17th
12Noon-2pm "Transgender Safe Zone," DeCarli Room, Memorial Union
TransAction Week program
This training will focus on the ways in which trainees can become
better
trans-allies. Learn about key issues in transgender communities today
and
how to enhance your communication skills with regards to transphobia
and
gender policing.

7pm "The Best Night of Sex You Will Ever Have," Roseller 66

GENERATION SEX WEEK Program

An open mic night featuring a variety of performances pertaining to
gender,
sex, sexuality or sexual assault. Come to watch or join in and perform!

Friday, November 18th
1pm "Queer in America: Trans-Rights as Gay Liberation"
TransAction Week program
By understanding the history and issues of oppression that have
inherently
tied the Transgender community to the Lesbian and Gay community, a
process
will be established by which to begin the process of becoming a
Trans-Ally.

7pm "TransAmerican" 26 Wellman A GENERATION SEX WEEK &

TransAction Week program

A film about a pre-operative male-to-female transsexual takes an
unexpected
journey when she learns that she fathered a son, now a teenage runaway
hustling on the streets of New York. Movie snacks will be provided

Saturday, November 19th
"LGBT night at Main Theatre"
Saturday, November 19 has been designated LGBT night at UC Davis' Main
Theatre when the Department of Theatre & Dance presents School, the
critically acclaimed play by renowned British playwright Mark Ravenhill
about a boy exploring his sexual identity. (Also on the bill: Nursery
by
American writer Julia Jarcho.)

After the performance, Ravenhill, along with Jarcho, will appear
onstage
for a question-and-answer session about the concerns raised by these
plays.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to pick the brain of THE most
prominent
queer playwright currently writing for the stage.

"Mark Ravenhill is a unique artist addressing issues that go to the
heart
of what it means to acknowledge and explore one's sexual orientation."
--
Gay Community News.

Tickets ($14 adults, $9 students) available at Mondavi Center Box
Office
(754-2787) or at the theatre one hour before curtain time (8 pm).
Discount
coupons for advance ticket purchase are available at UC Davis' LGBT
Center.
. For more information call 752-5863.

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Nov 2

2005-11-02T21:30:22Z

RE WE THERE YET?

Even the U.S. Senate is more progressive than Hollywood:

Female senators: 14%
Female film directors: 4%

What can you do? Form a "first weekend club" and attend films that are
directed by women. The first weekend after a movie's release is the
most
important time for a movie to succeed. If you're not sure which films
are
woman-directed, check http://www.moviesbywomen.com.

VOTE SMART! Proposition 73 is on the November 8 ballot, and it has
significant implications for young women's safety and for how
California
legally defines a fetus. Learn about this important but not highly
publicized proposition at the WRRC website, http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu.
And
please vote on Tuesday, November 8 (and NOT on November 1 for those of
you
who read Women's Writes closely!). If you are registered to vote in
Yolo
County, you can vote anytime now through November 8. Voting booths are
across from Classical Notes in the MU and are open 10-4, weekdays.

BOOKS, BOOKS, BOOKS!
Monday to Friday, November 7-10, 8:30-5:00 p.m., WRRC Library, North
Hall
Just in time to curl up for winter: a WRRC book event! Browse over
1,000
books and find some that are just right for you. Proceeds from your
small
donation will be used to buy new books for the WRRC Library. Stop by
for
some great deals!

REGISTER NOW TO GET CREDIT FOR SELF DEFENSE
Learn and practice realistic self-defense skills, and get academic
credit
too! To take a quarter-long Rape Aggression Defense course through the
PE
department register in:
CRN 65942 for the MW 9:00-9:50 a.m.
CRN 65943 for the MW 10:00-10:50 a.m.
CRN 65944 for the MW 11:00-11:50 a.m.

SUPPORT, INTERNSHIPS & FUNDING FOR STUDENTS
The Student Assistants to the Chancellor help facilitate discussion and
serve as liaisons between students and administration. In addition to
funding opportunities, several internship positions are available to
individuals interested in the administrative process and in developing
leadership skills. Internship applications are due Friday, November 10.
Check out <http://sac.ucdavis.edu/>http://sac.ucdavis.edu/

* * * * SPECIAL EVENTS * * * *

ETEL ADNAN: PLACE, MOVEMENT AND MEMORY
Thursday, November 3; 4:00 p.m., University Club
Internationally known Lebanese American poet, short-story writer,
painter,
and tapestry designer Etel Adnan shares her work in this afternoon
symposium
followed by a reception. Sponsored by the Office for Diversity.

FILM: AFGHANISTAN UNVEILED
Tuesday, November 8; 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., International House, 10 College
Park,
Davis
Created as the culmination of a unique training program for Afghan
women
journalists, Afghanistan Unveiled explores the effects of the
repressive
Taliban regime and the subsequent U.S. military campaign on the lives
of
Afghan women and their families. The film contrasts the harsh lives of
the
rural women of Afghanistan with those of the young camerawomen who are
experiencing newfound freedom and opportunity. Professor Shahla
Mokhtarzada
will lead a discussion after the film and share her perspectives of the
current conditions in Afghanistan. Sponsored by the Office for
Diversity and
the International House of Davis.

FEMINISM AND THE ENVIRONMENT
Thursday, November 10; 12:00-1:30 p.m., Moss Room, MU
Join Native American Studies professor Ines Hernandez-Avila as she
discusses
her work in progress, "The Nahuatl Dancing Place of Creation and
Creativity:
Coatlicue, Tlazaolteotl, and the Re/Membering Earth." Sponsored by the
Consortium for Women and Research as part of its year-long focus on
women
and the environment.

BORDER STUDIES, BORDERED SAINTS
Thursday, November 10; 4:00 p.m., 3201 Hart Hall
English professor Desiree Martin addresses some of the primary tropes
of
U.S.-Mexico border studies emphasizing the contradictory manner in
which
transnational border space actually reinscribes dominant national terms
that
it attempts to move beyond. Sponsored by Cultural Studies.

THE HOMECOMING OF AMERICAN COLLEGE WOMEN:
THE REVERSAL OF THE COLLEGE GENDER GAP
Tuesday, November 15, 3:30 - 5:00 p.m., International House
Harvard University's Claudia Goldin (Economics) examines the growth of
women's enrollment in higher education. Women are currently the
majority
college students and those receiving a B.A., but women were 35 percent
of
undergraduates in 1960. Large changes occurred in the late 1960s and
1970s,
when girls began to take substantially more math and science courses
and
showed greatly improved math and reading test scores relative to boys.
The
expectations of young women about their future work were rapidly
brought in
line with reality between 1968 and 1979, enabling them to invest more
appropriately in skills. Sponsored by the Institute of Governmental
Affairs.

HELEN ZIA ON STAYING POSITIVE THROUGH THE BACKLASH
Tuesday, November 15; 4:00-6:00 p.m., University Club
A backlash against progressive ideology is in full upswing, with
renewed
attacks on women's rights, people of color, LGBTs, labor, and other
communities. With the constant struggle and an acquiescent news media,
is it
possible for change-makers to keep their eyes on the prize?
Award-winning
journalist Helen Zia offers some notes on staying positive and taking
the
long view. Sponsored by the WRRC with support from Asian American
Studies,
APA Cultural Politics Research Group, the Cross Cultural Center, the
LGBT
Resource Center, and Sexuality Studies.

* * * * WORKSHOPS * * * *

BUILDING CONFIDENCE IN THE CLASSROOM AND BEYOND
Tuesday, November 8; 10:00 a.m-12:00 p.m., register to receive location
Have you ever left the classroom feeling like an invisible observer
rather
than an active participant? This workshop will help you learn
communication
skills, better articulate your questions and comments, build
relationships
with faculty and make good first impressions during office hours and in
interview situations. Sponsored by the WRRC and Student Leadership
Development Program. To sign up, call 752-3372 or go to our website:
http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu.

MATH CAFE
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., WRRC Library, 114 North Hall
The Cafe provides a fun and friendly environment with free tutoring for
math
and engineering students. Drop by to study and discuss mathematics;
snacks
are provided! People interested in tutoring are also welcome.
Sponsored by
the WRRC.

WELLNESS WEDNESDAYS IN THE ARC: THE ART OF SLEEPING
Wednesday, November 9; 5:00 - 6:00 p.m., ARC Room #3
Mind Body Workshops are held every Wednesday in the ARC, and are
facilitated
by staff from Counseling and Psychological Services. Sponsored by the
Wellness Center at the ARC. See what else they have to offer at
http://wellnesscenter.ucdavis.edu/

SAVING FOR RETIREMENT:
WHAT EVERY STAFF WOMAN NEEDS TO KNOW
Thursday, December 8; 12:00-1:00 p.m.
The average monthly retirement benefit for women is $774, while men
average
$1,008. You can tip the scales in your favor by learning practical
steps to
save for retirement in this workshop facilitated by Robin Smith,
Fidelity
Investments Associate Retirement Counselor. Make your UC savings plan
work
for you and retire in style! To sign up for the workshop, call the
Women's
Center at 752-3372 or sign up online at http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu.
Sponsored
by the Women's Resources and Research Center and the Benefits Office.

* * * * MEETINGS * * * *

NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN
Tuesday, November 8 & 22; 6:00 p.m., Delta of Venus, B St., Davis
Monday, November 14 & 28; 5:00 p.m., Righteous Babes Lounge, North Hall
The campus chapter of NOW needs enthusiastic activists who want to
learn to
advocate of behalf of UCD women. For more info, contact Coordinator
Alicia
at ableupp@ucdavis.edu.

MEN ACTING AGAINST RAPE
Wednesdays; 6:00 p.m., 261 Olson
Join MAAR and learn how you can help stop violence against women. Don't
just
be against rape--act against it!. Contact Mark Sittig with questions at
mpsittig@ucdavis.edu.

VOX FEMINISTA: AN IRREGULAR PUBLICATION
Wednesdays; 4:00 p.m., Righteous Babes Lounge, North Hall
Got something to say? Want to learn about journalism and publishing? AS
Papers publication Vox Feminista is looking for a few good women!
Drop-by
the meeting or email vox_fem_ucd@yahoo.com to find out more about it.

BLACK REPERTORY THEATRE GROUP
Wednesdays; 6:30-8:00 p.m., 2215 Hart Hall
The Black Repertory Theatre Group is an organization on campus where
students of all backgrounds have the ability to express themselves
freely
through the performing arts (singing, acting, dancing, etc.). All
students
are welcome! Email questions to Marisha Dixon at damilller@ucdavis.edu.

QUEER WOMEN DISCUSSION CIRCLE: BUILDING FAMILY
Tuesday, November 15; 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., Righteous Babes Lounge, North
Hall
With the campus breaks approaching, this discussion is dedicated to
exploring the (dis)connections between your Davis "family" and your
other
family and community. Discussion continues December 6. Contact Catrina
at
clwagner@ucdavis.edu with questions. Co-sponsored by the WRRC and the
LGBTRC.

* * * * WOMEN'S RECREATION * * * *

Did you know you can sign up for intramurals and clubs online now? Go
to
http://sportclubs.ucdavis.edu/. Check out all your recreation options
at
http://campusrecreation.ucdavis.edu/

WOMEN'S SOFTBALL CLUB
The club is looking for women with experience who want to play
fastpitch
softball. Games are scheduled every Saturday until the end of November.
Interested? Contact Jess Lickiss at (951) 970-3000, or
jalickiss@ucdavis.edu.

WOMEN'S ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Tuesdays and Thursdays; 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Toomey Field, UCD
Ever thought of learning ultimate frisbee? It's fun, it's cheap, and
you'll
meet other fabulous women! No experience necessary. Grab a friend and
bring
a light and dark shirt. http://sportclubs.ucdavis.edu/womens-frisbee/

WOMEN'S RUGBY
Wednesday, November 9; 7:00 p.m., 223 Olson
UCD's women's rugby club team is looking for new members. No experience
necessary! Come to either information night to learn more.
http://womensrugby.ucdavis.edu

WOMEN'S LACROSSE
Mondays and Wednesdays; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Toomey Field, UCD
Stay active, take away stress, and enjoy socializing with other women.
All
levels are welcome. Come out and try lacrosse! Contact Marie Davies at
mldavies@ucdavis.edu for more information.
http://sportclubs.ucdavis.edu/womens-lacrosse/

CATCH A WOMEN'S VOLLEYBALL GAME!
Home games start at 7:00 p.m. on November 4, 5, and 11 at the Pavilion.
http://ucdavisaggies.collegesports.com/sports/w-volley/ucda-w-volley-body.html

* * * *

Women's Resources and Research Center
First Floor, North Hall
University of California, Davis
Phone: (530) 752-3372
Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 p.m.
Email: wrrc@ucdavis.edu
Web: http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu

Iso ucd
The Communist Manifesto by Karl Marx and Frederick Engels is the best
critique of capitalism and the profit system and introduction to
Marxist
ideas . The manifesto was written with the intention of
changing society and
exposing the revolutionary capability of the working class. Although
written
over 150 years ago, Marx's analysis of capitalism and the potential of
workers still holds true today.

Come engage in a discussion around the manifesto and how Marxism is
still
relevant today.

Wed. November 2nd
7:30P.M.
Wellman 105

**For a copy of the book please contact jenthulien@yahoo.com

The Comic Press News presents the Sacramento
> Exclusive Theater Showing of "WAL-MART: The High
> Cost of Low Price"
> As part of the Comic Press News' "Shop Locally
> Campaign," the publication is presenting an
> exclusive theater showing of the new documentary
> film, WAL-MART: The High Cost of Low Price, produced
> by Brave New Films, the people who brought you the
> popular Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on
> Journalism.
>
> The event will take place on Thursday, November 17th
> at 7:00 pm at the historic Crest Theatre, 10th & K,
> Sacramento (parking validation available).
>
> There are some house screenings of the dvd around
> town, but please consider coming to this event, and
> enjoy the excitement of seeing the movie with
> upwards of 500-1,000 like-minded souls! The event is
> also a fundraiser for Sacramento's own Comic Press
> News, the beloved purveyor of the 'news in cartoon
> form' -- so you'll be viewing progressive media
> while also supporting it!
>
> And you won't want to miss a special performance by
> the local comedy group Free Hooch Comedy Troupe at
> 7:00pm, with the movie starting at about 7:20 pm.
>
>
> Advance tickets are only $7.00 and available at The
> Beat, 17th & J, Sacramento; the Crest Box Office,
> 10th & K; or online at www.comicpress.com. At the
> door, admission will be $9.00. The DVD is available
> on the same site, and will be sold at the event for
> only $12.00!
>
> The Comic Press News' "Shop Locally Campaign"
>
> The Comic Press News' "Shop Locally Campaign" was
> launched this October to encourage Sacramento
> residents to patronize locally owned businesses,
> which supports the area economy and helps the
> community to grow. Locally owned and operated
> businesses are the heart of the Sacramento business
> community. It is important to support local
> businesses, as it also supports our local economy,
> helping everyone living in our fine city.
>
> The movie is being presented as a part of this
> campaign. Refreshments will be available, including
> beer, wine and the wonderful locally made Two Rivers
> Cider. Local businesses will be on hand with coupons
> for great deals, just in time for the holidays. And
> local organizations will have information tables as
> well.
>
> The Comic Press News is Sacramento's cartoon & humor
> monthly, a free paper that reviews the news using
> editorial cartoons from all over the country. It is
> a fun way to catch up on news and commentary, with
> professional cartoonists distilling the news in an
> entertaining and thoughtful way. The publication is
> distributed free all over Sacramento. For more
> information, call 916-455-1217 or visit
> www.comicpress.com.
>

Sunday Nov 6, 7:30 pm signup, show 8 pm: K'vetsh queer spoken word event. Features: Justin Chin and Cooper Lee Bombardier. Plus open mike. Hosted by Lynn Breedlove and Tara Jepsen. Open mic sign-up at 7:30, one piece of 5 minutes or less. $1-$3 donation. At Sadie's Flying Elephant bar, 491 Potrero (on the corner of Mariposa) the first Sunday of every month.

I saw this on tribe.net today, thought you might want to check it out.

Thanks,
Mistress Althaea

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BREASTS NOT BOMBS
A Truly Liberating Demonstration
To reveal
The Difference Between What is Decent and What is Not
When: High Noon

Monday November 7th, 2005

Where: the West Steps of the State Capitol

Sacramento, California

We have a message for Mr. Schwarzenegger:

* Special Elections are indecent! * Groping women in elevators is indecent!

* School budget cuts are indecent! * Violence against women is indecent!

* Threatening teachers is indecent! Disrespecting nurses is indecent!

* Redistricting for political gain is indecent! Driving a Hummer is indecent!

* War is indecent! Poverty is indecent! Hunger is indecent! Fixing elections is indecent!

* Interfering with a woman's right to choose is indecent! Discrimination because of sexual orientation is indecent!

It's time to expose the real boobs among us!

Breasts are NOT indecent! Baring our breasts, even being totally nude in a political demonstration, is protected by the First Amendment and affirmed by a US Appellate Court

We invite you to join us to bare witness to the outrageous behavior of the governor and let the public know that we are paying attention and unwilling to be silent or bullied into submission.

Join us in a display of simple emotional theater as a nonviolent response to the buying and selling of Democracy in this country.

Please feel free to add your own special message and join us in Sacramento.
RSVPs are appreciated at bflyspirit@aol.com & mothersmilk@mcn.org

Men are welcome as they have breasts too.

Please see www.sherryglaser.net/Breast-No...-News.html

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Oct 26

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When Abortion was Illegal by Michelle Bollinger
http://www.counterpunch.org/bollinger10222005.html

Mothers at Work Are Canaries in the Mine By Charlotte Fishman
http://www.truthout.org/issues_05/102405WA.shtml

Announcements:

GENDER IN CHINA

October 28th, 2005
912 Sproul Hall
4PM
Free (go early because there is limited seating)

Come hear a speaker (I didn't get his or her name) present gender issues in China

Tues. Oct 25 - 6pm - Delta of Venus
Mon. Oct 31 - 5pm - Righteous Babe Lounge (in the Women's Center)
Tues. Nov. 8 - 6pm Delta of Venus
Mon. Nov 14 - 5pm Righteous Babe Lounge (in the Women's Center)
Tues. Nov 22 - 6pm Delta of Venus
Mon. Nov 28 - 5pm Righteous Babe Lounge (in the Women's Center)
Tues. Dec 5 - 6pm Delta of Venus

MONDAY meetings are aimed at planning upcoming events

TUESDAY meetings are more informal educational / social discussions

More info, please contact RACHEL SLOTNICK (membership chair) @

rlslotnick@ucdavis.edu

SAC DANCESPORT
Nov 5 7:30 pm
"The Best of....." Dance Show and Dance
Presenting the Numbers you liked best from the Last Four Years of
Sacramento
Dancesport Shows!

The World Federation of Same-Sex Dancing's World Champions will
showcase
their winning routines!
$25
Masonic Temple
1123 J Street
Sacramento, California
Tickets available Shortly at www.Sacdancesport.com
Contact <Sacdancesport@aol.com> for dates and info

Nov 5th 9pm
Bleeder Project

October 26 7pm - Midnight.: QUEER HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL EXTRAVAGANZA: Femina Potens presents a queer carnival at El Rio. Featuring: Michelle Tea, BoySkout, Katastrophe, Dyspecific, Transition, Nova Lee, & so much more! $5-15 sliding scale, benefit for Femina Potens. At El Rio, Mission south of Cesar Chavez.

Thursdays, 6pm-8 pm: Unka Lynnee's Academy for Ladeez and Gentelmen - radio show Hosted by Lynnee Breedlove with co-host Cindy Emch. Pirate Cat Radio, 87.9FM in San Francisco. If you're out of transmitter range you can listen online at http://www.piratecatradio.com/
Thu Oct 27, 6-8 pm, Sat Oct 29, 2-5 pm, etc.: Zine workshops in conjunction with the Yerba Buena Center exhibit "Zine UnBound." At Yerba Buena Center, 3rd and Mission. http://www.ybca.org/va/future/oct05/zine.html
Friday October 28, Door at 7PM/Show at 8PM: PeaceOUT HomoHop Fest:
800-815 SISTA NAU-T
825-845 ATHENS BOYS CHOIR
850-905 MALKIA CYRIL
910-915 MOMMAS BOYZ (Drag Kings)
920-955 RICOSHADE
945-950 MOMMAS BOYZ (Drag Kings)
955-1030 TORI FIXX
At 21 GRAND, 416 25th Street (at Broadway), Oakland,California. all shows $10 - ALL AGES. $20 FestivalPass available at http://www.peaceoutfestival.com

aturday, November 5
8:30pm $17 Richard Shindell
Lucy Kaplansky www.richardshindell.com
www.lucykaplansky.com What a great co-bill of two of the nation’s most prominent and respected singer songwriters! An expatriate New Yorker now living in Buenos Aires, Argentina, Richard Shindell is a meticulous craftsman of song whose five studio albums and one live recording have been revered by critics and fans alike. Innovative, original and occasionally spiritual, Shindell’s songs weave tales that interchangeably champion the downtrodden, exalt the disaffected or wax empathetic to those lost to society’s fringes. From his first record, Sparrow’s Point (1992) to the newest album Vuelta (2004), Shindell has demonstrated a penchant for songwriting at once passionate and profound. His songs are often slowly and painstakingly crafted until honed to perfection. Conversely, he is also capable of writing tunes that are simply clever and amusing. Lucy Kaplansky is a beautiful voiced singer and articulate and perceptive writer who began her professional career as a psychotherapist, but started pursuing her singing career a bit later. Kaplansky sang with Shawn Colvin and then pursued her own solo career, in which she has blossomed into one of premier singer songwriters in the country.

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Davis Femisist Film Fest! Midwest Music! Hedwig covers! Oct 19

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First off the Film Fest: http://wms.ucdavis.edu/ggisite/dfff/

Second the music (something besides folk):
Mostly Midwest 2002 by bottlefedrecordings. This album is really nice when you are missing the cool kids you met in the midwest. A good variety and two tracks of pirate cheerleaders!

Wig in a box: songs inspired by hedwig and the angry inch I couldn't play all of the Sleater Kinney and Frank Scneider version of Angry Inch (because they say naughty words like tits), but I played some of it and it kicks ass.

Third the Davis/ Sacto Announcements

CHICANA/LATINA RESEARCH CENTER BOOK SIGNING
Thursday, October 20; 12:00 - 2:00 p.m., Andrews Room, 2203 Social Science
Join in a celebration honoring the following scholars who have recent publications:
Miroslava Chavez-Garcia for Negotiating Conquest: Gender and Power in California, 1770s to 1880s; Lorena Oropeza for Raza Si Guerra No: Chicano Protest & Patriotism During the Viet Nam War Era; and Ines Hernandez-Avila for Reading Native American Women: Critical/Creative Representations.

DO I BELONG? IMAGINING YOURSELF IN THE WORLD OF SCIENCE
Distinguished Women in Science Series
Tuesday, October 18; 11:30 - 1:30 p.m., Alumni Center Founders Room
Among many factors that influence our career choice is a sense of whether we feel well matched with our work. There are intellectual, social, and personal dimensions that affect our sense of belonging. How do we deal with those times when we wonder "do I belong?" Join Sharon Long, Dean, Letters and Sciences, Stanford University as she addresses this topic. Lunch provided. Sponsored by the Consortium for Women and Research: http://cwr/calendar.html

GLOBAL REHABILITATION AND THE MORALITY
OF MOTHERHOOD IN POST-COLONIAL BOTSWANA
Thursday, October 20; 4:00 - 6:00 p.m., 3201 Hart Hall
Join Julie Livingston, history professor at Rutgers University, as she discusses the effects of global capital on mother-daughter relationships among Tswana women. Negotiations around disability produce and highlight differences among three generations of women, exposing central tensions over social reproduction. Organized by Cultural Studies: http://cwr/calendar.html

DAVIS FEMINIST FILM FESTIVAL
Thursday, October 20; 8:00 p.m., Varsity Theater, Davis
Wry documentaries, raw personal testimonials, and experimental films about love, beauty, aging, murder, dance school, and public toilets. In association with Madcat Women's International Film Festival, benefiting the Gender and Global Issues International Scholarships. Silent auction begins at 7:30 p.m. Tickets available at Armadillo Music in Davis, The Next Chapter in Woodland, and The Beat in Sacramento. Sponsored by Gender and Global Issues: http://wms.ucdavis.edu/ggisite/

WOMEN'S VOICES; WOMEN'S VOTES
Thursday, October 20; 6:00 - 8:00 p.m., Cafe Roma, 3rd St., Davis
An inspiring gathering of artists and activists preparing for the November 1 election through poetry, song, and spoken word. Sponsored by Davis-Sac Code PINK, Yolo County ACLU, and UC Davis & Yolo County NOW.

RIGOBERTA MENCHÚ:
HUMAN RIGHTS AND INDIGENOUS PEOPLES
Friday, October 21; 8:00 p.m., Mondavi Center, Jackson Hall
Tickets are $5/10 at www.mondaviarts.org
Author of I, Rigoberta Menchú, an Indian Woman in Guatemala, Nobel Laureate and survivor of genocide, Rigoberta is a leading advocate of Indian and women's rights. She'll discuss international human rights, the democracy movement, and reconciliation in Guatemala. Sponsored by the Hemispheric Institute on the Americas, with support from many UCD departments.

PRIDE WEEK 2005 (OCTOBER 17-21):
Don't miss the many activities during this the annual celebration of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, and ally students, staff and faculty. The week's events promise to bring education, awareness, and fun to the UC Davis campus. For a complete listing of events, check out http://lgbtcenter.ucdavis.edu. Here are some highlights:

Wednesday, October 19
LGBTQI SELF-DEFENSE
1:00 - 2:30 p.m., Garrison Room, MU
Especially for the LGBTQI community, and open to students of all genders, this workshop offers realistic self-defense techniques designed to empower.

Thursday, October 20
DECODING DRAG:
PRIVILEGE, REBELLION & GENDER IN DRAG SHOWS
1:00 - 2:00 p.m., DeCarli Room, MU
What does drag tell us about gender roles in society? How do we create revolutionary performances that shake up and challenge systems of gender and power? Come to this fun and interactive workshop to learn more and share your views about gender in drag.

Friday, October 21
DAVIS IS BURNING: DRAG EXTRAVAGANZA
8:00 p.m., Veteran's Memorial Center, 1111 B St., Davis
Davis is Burning brings the community together for a night of gender bending celebration. With drag performances by UC Davis students and staff, a live DJ and the fabulous drag queen/king competition, Davis is Burning lives up to its reputation as the best drag show this side of the bridge. Doors open at 7:45; admission: $6 for student/staff, $7 general.

MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER
Sunday, October 23; West Steps, State Capitol
Making Strides is a noncompetitive walk supporting the American Cancer Society's unique mission to fight cancer on four fronts: research, education, advocacy, and patient services. The average walk is five miles long, and people of all ages are welcome. Take as long as you need to finish, or walk only as far as you can. For information, go to http://www.acsevents.org/faf/home/default.asp?ievent=107126

OCTOBER IS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a national movement that brings together advocates and community members at the local, state, and national level to educate the public about the epidemic of domestic violence in our country. Contact Campus Violence Prevention Program (CVPP) for more information at 752-3299 or http://cvpp/about/index.htm

CAMPUS RESOURCE FAIR
Wednesday, October 26; 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.; East Quad
Come help raise awareness on our campus and discover the volunteer opportunities to help survivors and put an end to domestic violence. Sponsored by the Campus Violence Prevention Program.

SAVING OUR CHILDREN: THE IMPACT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
Wednesday, October 26; on your computer
12:00 - 1:00 p.m. in English, 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. in Spanish
Fifty percent of men who frequently assault their partners also assault their kids. What is the impact on children? What are the developmentally appropriate mental health interventions for infants, children and adolescents? This presentation is offered live, on-line: log on to http://www.uctv.tv/watch/. Click "Watch UCTV Online Using RealPlayer" and the live stream begins. (You'll need RealPlayer software to watch: it's free to download from this site.) Brought to you by the UCSF Center for Gender Equity, with support from the WRRC.

GENDER AND MASCULINITY IN THE KITE RUNNER
Wednesday, October 26; 12:10-1:30 p.m., 126 Voorhies
Jay Mechling, professor of American Studies, will explore the theme of gender and masculinity central to Khaled Hosseini's novel The Kite Runner, including the protagonist Amir's relationships with Hassan, his father, and Rahim Khan, Amir's rivalry with Assef, the tragedy that occurs to Hassan (and Sohrab), and the absence of women throughout most of the novel. Sponsored by the Office for Diversity.

HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION
Thursday, October 27; 4:00 - 5:30 p.m., Fielder Room, MU
What do healthy relationships look like and how can we develop and maintain these relationships while we juggle our busy lives as students? What might be obstacles to creating healthy relationships? And how can we, as a campus community, support women in fostering healthy relationships? Join other women students for an engaging dialogue. Sponsored by the WRRC.

* * * * WORKSHOPS * * * *

MATH CAFE
Mondays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., WRRC Library, 114 North Hall
The Cafe provides a fun and friendly environment with free tutoring for math and engineering students. Drop by to study and discuss mathematics; snacks are provided! People interested in tutoring are also welcome. Sponsored by the WRRC.

FREE YOGA CLASSES
Tuesdays; 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Lab B, Wright Building
Classes with Theatre and Dance professor Lynette Hunter focus on de-stressing and relaxation, balance, breathing more deeply and freely, and sensible use of energy. Contact Lynette at 752 5658 or lhunter@ucdavis.edu

SELF-DEFENSE CLASS ENROLLING NOW
Mondays & Wednesdays; Oct 17-26, 5:30 - 9:00 p.m., register to receive location
A comprehensive course for women taught by certified instructors of the Rape Aggression Defense Program (RAD). Gain skills in risk reduction and avoidance, awareness and prevention, and realistic, hands-on training. Sure to fill up fast, so enroll now! To sign up, call 752-3372 or go to our website: http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu.

DISPELLING THE MYTH OF THE FRESHMAN 15
Monday, October 24; 5:00 - 6:00 p.m., ARC Room #3
With all the changes of coming to college, gaining weight is common, but you don't have the fret about it! Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and body image is entirely possible by following a few simple guidelines.

MOVING BEYOND ROE: A PUBLIC POLICY WORKSHOP
Tuesday, October 25; 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Contentious debate about abortion in the US during the thirty years since Roe v. Wade has produced little common ground among partisans. This workshop creates a space for engagement by imagining a society in which Roe is no longer the law of the land. Participants assume major public and governmental leadership roles and work together in facilitated groups to develop and enforce public policies in this "no Roe" world, and to grapple with the consequences of their actions. The goal of the workshop is not to change personal beliefs, but to examine how public policy in a "no-Roe" world would work. A free workshop open to UCD students, but advance sign-up is required. Go to http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu/sign_roe.html Sponsored by the WRRC.

OF COURSE YOU THINK YOU ARE FAIR:
GENDER EQUITY IN THE CLASSROOM FOR TAs
Thursday, October 27; 4:10 - 5:00 p.m., 2124 Wickson
Understanding the gender dynamics of your classroom is critical if you expect to be an effective instructor and to include all students in the learning process. All teaching assistants are welcome to attend this short workshop co-facilitated by Gary Sue Goodman and Jared Haynes. Sponsored by the TRC: http://trc.ucdavis.edu/trc/

MEDICAL DECISIONS WHEN THEY COUNT MOST
Thursday, October 27; 12:00 - 1:00 p.m., Cabernet Room, Silo
This workshop will assist adults of all ages prepare for medical decisions about care near the end of life. You will receive information on advance directives, choosing a spokesperson and how to talk with family members about their wishes. Sponsored by Staff Development & Professional Services. Pre-enrollment is not required.

OVERCOMING THE IMPOSTER SYNDROME I:
HOW TO FEEL AS BRIGHT AND CAPABLE AS EVERYONE THINKS YOU ARE!
Monday, October 31; 12:00 - 1:30 p.m., MU II
Dr. Valerie Young, internationally known workshop leader, specializes in helping women reach their full potential, rather than suffer from feelings of intellectual fraudulence and chronic self-doubt. Stop the perfectionism and procrastination that keep you from realizing your goals, and start recognizing your accomplishments. Especially for grad students and faculty.

OVERCOMING THE IMPOSTER SYNDROME II:
A WORKSHOP FOR FACULTY MENTORS
Monday, October 31; 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. MU II
Valerie Young (see above) assists faculty mentors in recognizing and dealing with the "impostor syndrome" in their students - feelings of intellectual fraudulence, perfectionism and chronic self-doubt. She offers practical strategies to help interrupt the syndrome, allowing students to see themselves as they really are - bright, capable, and competent.

BUILDING CONFIDENCE IN THE CLASSROOM AND BEYOND
Tuesday, November 8; 10:00 a.m-12:00 p.m., register to receive location
Have you ever left the classroom feeling like an invisible observer rather than an active participant? This workshop will help you learn communication skills, better articulate your questions and comments, build relationships with faculty and make good first impressions during office hours and in interview situations. Sponsored by the WRRC and Student Leadership Development Program. To sign up, call 752-3372 or go to our website: http://wrrc.ucdavis.edu.

* * * * MEETINGS * * * *

QUEER WOMEN DISCUSSION CIRCLE
Tuesday, October 18; 6:00 - 7:00 p.m., 105 North Hall
A safe place for all queer women in all stages of the coming out process to share and discuss experiences of sexuality and gender. This month's discussion will center on the process of coming out. Identify your needs and learn to take care of yourself throughout the process. Discussions continue November 15 and December 6. Contact Catrina at clwagner@ucdavis.edu with questions. Co-sponsored by the WRRC and the LGBTRC.

BREASTFEEDING MOMS SERIES
Putting it all together: Work, school, breastfeeding, and family
Tuesday, October 18; 12:10 - 12:50 p.m., Moss Room, MU
Join Lactation Educator, Lonna Hampton, for monthly topics as well as time to ask questions and get answers! Babies always welcome. Share experiences, tips, and solutions! http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/childcare/bfeed.htm

NATIONAL ORGANIZATION FOR WOMEN (NOW)
Tuesdays; 6:00 p.m., varying locations
The campus chapter of the National Organization for Women needs enthusiastic activists who want to learn to advocate of behalf of UCD women. For more info, contact Coordinator Alicia at ableupp@ucdavis.edu.

WOMEN'S ULTIMATE FRISBEE
Tuesdays and Thursdays; 6:30 - 9:30 p.m., Toomey Field, UCD
Ever thought of learning ultimate frisbee? It's fun, it's cheap, and you'll meet other fabulous women! No experience necessary. Grab a friend and bring a light and dark shirt. http://sportclubs.ucdavis.edu/womens-frisbee/

WOMEN'S RUGBY
Wednesdays, October 26 and November 9; 7:00 p.m., 223 Olson
UCD's women's rugby club team is looking for new members. No experience necessary! Come to either information night to learn more. http://womensrugby.ucdavis.edu

WOMEN'S LACROSSE
Mondays and Wednesdays; 7:00 - 9:00 p.m., Toomey Field, UCD
Stay active, take away stress, and enjoy socializing with other women. All levels are welcome. Come out and try lacrosse! Contact Marie Davies at mldavies@ucdavis.edu for more information. http://sportclubs.ucdavis.edu/womens-lacrosse/

Wednesday, Oct 19, 7:30 pm signup, 8 pm show: SMACK DAB : an open stage hosted by Kirk Read and Larry-bob Roberts. Making the Castro safe for performance again. Featured performers: Alan Reade - http://www.alanreade.com -- and Ernesto Sarezale (from London, England) -- http://www.sarezale.com . Bring five minutes of words, music, comedy or miscellany. Bring your charm and magic and cheerful can-do attitude. Or just come and watch and cheer folks on. All ages and genders will be welcomed and adored. Please respect the five minute limit so more people have a chance to participate. Musicians, one song please. All happening at Magnet, the gay men's neighborhood health center, 4122 18th Street between Castro and Collingwood. Free. http://www.magnetsf.org

Sat Oct 22, 2-5 pm, Thu Oct 27, 6-8 pm, Sat Oct 29, 2-5 pm, etc.: Zine workshops in conjunction with the Yerba Buena Center exhibit "Zine UnBound." At Yerba Buena Center, 3rd and Mission. http://www.ybca.org/va/future/oct05/zine.html

Oct. 28-30 PeaceOUT The 5th Annnual World HomoHop Fest, Oakland. $20 FestivalPass available at http://www.peaceoutfestival.com
Saturday October 29, DOOR at 7PM/ Show at 8PM:
PeaceOUT HomoHop Fest:
800-825 BRICKCITIZENZ
830-845 SCOTT FREE
850-910 ANDRE THE URBAN HERMITT
915-920 THE TRANSFORMERS (Drag Kings)
925-945 DA LYRICAL
950-1020 AGGRACYST
1025-1050 ROBO SAPIEN
1055-1125 DEEP DICKOLLECTIVE
At 21 GRAND, 416 25th Street (at Broadway), Oakland,California. all shows $10 - ALL AGES. $20 FestivalPass available at http://www.peaceoutfestival.com

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Please use my PSA!!! Davis Feminist fILM

2005-10-17T21:55:28Z

dear ones,

a friend of a friend made this kitchy kute jingle psa for the upcoming festival so please, please talk about it on the air and play our psa. here is a listing of films for the dfff and you can look at the website. It is also posted in events

http://wms.ucdavis.edu/ggisite/dfff

Davis Feminist Film Festival 2005 Program
Curated by danielle fodor and margareta lelea.

Wrong Bathroom Shani Heckman.
2005. 15 min San Francisco.
A wry documentary that blows the stink out of an underreported civil rights issue - the struggle of gender-variant people to find safe public restrooms. Mixes interviews with local celebrities like punk rocker Lynne Breedlove and activist Bryan Burgess with reenactments of bathroom harassment.

Love Film #1: Two Day Film Jesse Johnson.
2003. 3 min New York
this film is the first of a series of hand processed photogram films exploring the substance of love. subtitled for the two days spent in its production in the darkroom. a collaboration with janusz jaworski (nyc), sound by melissa constantine (minneapolis).

Coming of Age Shirley Benton.
2005. 7 min Davis.
A hilarious autobiographical film about a 50 year-old woman coming to grips with the aging process in a culture obsessed with the youthful beauty. Colorful, touching and personal.

Ekletica. Maria Takocs
2004. 17 min Budapest, Hungary
A lesbian opens a dance school in Budapest. What will people say? This upbeat, groovy herstory traces the emergence of gay ballroom dancing in Hungary, and features several medal-winning dancers showing how dancing allows them to celebrate their sexuality in a traditionally "hetero" artform.

Pianista Cecilia Martinez.
2005. 3 min Mexico
A bone-chilling black and white art film fusing erotica, death, and a love for Chopin. Reveals indign ation against the ceaseless, underinvestigated murders of women in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico.

Lenses Elyssa White
2005. 6 min Davis.
A forty-year old man takes snapshots of 3 naked girls in a shower. Is this art or perversion? The filmmaker, a UCD freshman, reads a crisp, staccato spoken-word poem about the intersection of sexuality, morality, education and art criticism.

34 Questions and 1 Answer Christine Kao
2003. 7 min. Davis.
An autobiographical essay about a daily onslaught of questions about race, culture, gender, and ideology that one woman is forced to answer as she claims her identity by her own terms, not those dictated by media and society.

Letters From Home Nat Smith
2004. 16 min. San Francisco.
A documentary about family, gender, and misperception, overlaying the harsh advice of a mother's letters over the gritty visuals of the everyday life of her trans-son. Raw, edgy, and honest, this film reminds us of the universal challenges of family pressure.

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