Until The Violence Stops:NYC EventsMarquee Events and Community Events2006-08-25T01:49:01ZExpressionEnginetag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:07:22The Maternal Instincttag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.1532006-07-22T13:57:00Z2006-06-21T15:09:34ZDETAILSThe New York premiere of The Maternal Instinct at the Midtown International Theatre Festival. See the website at http://www.thematernalinstinct.org to read about the play. This is an award-winning drama with comedy about a lesbian marriage in Boston coming apart at the seams over the decision to have a baby, fresh from a production at Boston Playwrights' Theater.
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Take the A/C/E or 1/2/3/9 to 34th Street-Penn Station.
TICKET INFO
All ticket proceeds for this opening will be donated to V-Day! http://www.thematernalinstinct.org follow a link to SmartTix.com and purchase your tickets today.
]]>6th Faith & Feminism Dialoguestag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.162006-06-29T19:37:01Z2006-06-22T14:47:31ZDETAILSThe main focus of Faith and Feminism Dialogues will be to gather women of different races, ethnicities and backgrounds once a month at different locations throughout New York City in order to discuss the impact that their feminist principles have had on their faith, and vice versa. The theme of this evening will be Violence Against Women, with special guests photographer Paula Allen, poet Suher Hammad and drummers Paula Larke and Kim Nemoy. In conjunction with V-Day efforts in the aftermath of the Katrina tragedy, this is a special event to help Gods Prince of Protection Teaching Ministry in the 9th ward rebuild their church in Louisiana. This event is sponsored by Ms. Foundation for Women, The New York Women's Organization; Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Auburn Theological Seminary, and co- sponsored Union Theological Seminary, and co-Riverside Church, Central Presbyterian Church, The Women for Afghan Women, Albanian American Women's Organization, Over the Rainbow for Living Ethics, and The Interfaith Center of New York.
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Directions/Nearest Subway Stop (No. 1 to 110th St.)
TICKET INFO
Individual Donation Appreciated PLEASE RSVP by calling: THE SISTER FUND: 212.260.4446 Email: shqipemalushi at aol or megganwatterson at hotmail
]]>Run Until the Violence Stopstag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/10.222006-06-27T06:35:00Z2006-08-25T01:49:01ZDETAILSAs the sun goes down and dusk is upon us, women and girls start to look over their shoulders, and feel unsafe. V-Day dreams of a world where there is no more violence, and women feel safe at any time of day or night. Women and men will run through the park, proudly demanding an end to the violence. V-Day, with the New York Road Runners, will host a 5K race in Prospect Park on June 27th to encourage runners from across the city to run to end violence against women. For more details, go to www.nyrr.org.
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You can still register at NYRR today or on site tonight (Online registration is closed).
* Tuesday, June 27 - 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at New York Road Runners (9 East 89th Street, between Madison and Fifth Avenues). No bibs or souvenirs will be available at NYRR after 1:00 p.m.
* Tuesday, June 27, 5:00-6:30 p.m. in Prospect Park near the start. Bibs/chips and souvenirs will be available in Prospect Park at this time.
More info: http://www.nyrr.org/race/2006/r0627x00.php
]]>We Got Issues! A Performance Based Dialogue on Feminist Power and Politicstag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.1392006-06-26T17:33:00Z2006-06-16T15:48:49ZDETAILSThe We Got Issues! performance piece is drawn from written and recorded rants from close to 1000 of the 22 million young women who did not vote in the 2000 elections and the many more who did. The WGI! Performance Piece is an interactive experience that we combine with our most successful strategies for engaging young women. The We Got Issues! Performance piece is preceded by a VIP wine and cheese reception which includes a raffle/silent auction of an incredible list of prizes.
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NQRW456L to 14th Street/Union Square
TICKET INFO
Ticket Prices are $41 for the reception and performance ,$12 for show To pre-order reception and show tickets via pay-pal email us at wegotissues at gmail All orders must be received by June 25th. Contact J-Love at 917.753.0186
]]>Men and Women: Working Together To End Domestic Violencetag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.692006-06-26T10:16:00Z2006-06-05T16:07:36ZDETAILSJoin the swiftly growing movement of men and women working together to stop domestic violence before it starts. A Call to Men's co-founder Tony Porter lectures on the root causes of domestic violence and sexual assault followed by workshops to connect participants to this important issue. Open to the public. Men strongly encouraged to attend. Small reception to follow.
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The Safe Horizon conference center is located in downtown Brooklyn on Court Street between Joralemon & Livingston Streets. Subway to Boro Hall 2, 3, 4, 5, N, R, M trains.
TICKET INFO
Free or pay what you can, Please RSVP to smoss at acalltomen or call 212.577.7741
]]>An Island to Themselvestag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.492006-06-26T06:26:00Z2006-05-30T04:42:26ZDETAILSAbingdon Theatre Company presents a reading of An Island to Themselves, a new play by award-winning writer Jan Buttram, which illustrates how violence between young married couples can explode. After the play, a discussion will be moderated by Sanctuary for Families, and include poetry readings by their clients. Contact: Pamela Paul 212 868 2055, ppaul @ abinggontheatre org. Sanctuary for Families, Lisa Mueller 212.349.6009 x274. lisa @ sffny
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nearest subway, 34th Street & 8th Ave.
TICKET INFO
Free
]]>SOLD OUT!! It's Hard Out Here For A Girl/Brooklyn Represents: Language and Soundtag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/10.122006-06-25T18:58:00Z2006-08-16T02:15:48ZDETAILS
Toni Blackman, Suheir Hammad, Georgia Me, Ishle Park, DJ Reborn, Maysoon Ziyad, Urban Word and the Community Word Project will join V-Day to speak out, act out, and bring the Brooklyn community together to create a safe haven for women and girls. The evening will raise funds and awareness for The Brooklyn Family Justice Center.
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SOLD OUT!The Warrior Showstag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.812006-06-25T01:23:00Z2006-06-02T16:26:55ZDETAILSCheryl King Productions hosts these showcases in which the issues surrounding violence against women are explored. Artists will present original works- plays, spoken word, poetry, song, standup comedy and monologues. The show will run from 60-90 minutes. Performers lined up so far are: Siobhan Weiss, Cheryl Smallman, Jane Stroll, and Aaron Petrovich. The shows will be followed by a wine and cheese reception, wine donated by Costello Wines
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Easy access from Port Authority or 34th Street A,C or E line trains.
TICKET INFO
Net proceeds from these events will be donated to Day One, an organization that works with teenagers to end domestic violence.
Seating is limited, advance purchase recommended. Tickets are available through Smart Tix,Smart Tix 212.868.4444. For more information, contact cking3 at nyc.rr or call 646.862.5419
]]>LET'S CELEBRATE!-A Tribute to the Strength and Resilience of Womentag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.762006-06-24T20:07:01Z2006-06-13T17:50:07ZDETAILSA tribute to the strength and resilience of women! Featuring: My Brooklyn Hamlet written and performed by Brenda Adelman Road Rage by Elizabeth Hemmerdinger Singing for the Cows performed by Deborah Jean Templin In Fervor performing live with acoustic guitars Kiss of Life featuring Mime, Brian Richardson and lots more talent to dazzle you! Hosted by Kenny Kramer from Kramer's Reality Tour.
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Closest subway 59th Street A,C,B.D.1, Q.N.R.W.
TICKET INFO
Free: suggested donation $20, benefiting ending violence against women, contact Alexa Kelly 212.695.1596
]]>4th Annual Mujeres Guerrera- Warrior Womyn Award Ceremonytag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.1292006-06-24T20:00:00Z2006-06-13T18:01:33ZDETAILSA special night to honor powerful young and adult womyn of color who scream Ya Basta Enough is Enough and do not surrender to the violence
in their lives, families and communities. This event will feature Human Rights Educator Reverand Roslyn Satchel, poet and artist Marta Sanchez,gong master Devya, and the world-premier of the documentary Weaving Webs of Power-Young Womyn of Color's Stories of Healing and Resiliency.
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4/5 train to 125th, transfer to 6, one stop to 3rd Ave/138th. Walk west 1 block or less to Lincoln Avenue (3rd Avenue also crosses there, so stay on Lincoln), walk 5 blocks south on Lincoln Ave, and it's on the NW corner of Lincoln and Bruckner. If you end up at 138th and Grand Concourse by mistake, walk east, past the KFC, right on Lincoln Avenue (just past 3rd Avenue), south 5 blocks to Bruckner, and it's on the NW corner.
TICKET INFO
Individual tickets are $25 and sponsorship opportunities are available. For more information visit Casa Atabex Ache or contact Patricia Herrera at 917-804-3934, or email patriciaherrera at verizon
]]>Girls Make The Messagetag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.742006-06-24T19:40:00Z2006-05-30T04:38:17ZDETAILSScreening of two short films produced by GINYC participants. ""Wrap It Up"" focuses on assertiveness in romantic relationships. ""Teen Dating Violence"" takes a look at dating violence in teen relationships from the perspectives of youth and adults. Discussion to follow. Target audience 14yrs+ Proceeds benefit Girls Inc. of NYC.
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F or V train to Lower East Side / Second Avenue. Exit toward 1st Avenue. Walk north (away from Houston) to 3rd street, then east just past Avenue A, a few doors down toward Avenue B.
TICKET INFO
$10 adults, $5 students rsvp to events girlsincnyc at gmail , tickets cash at door.
]]>A Clothesline Projecttag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.722006-06-24T14:32:00Z2006-05-30T04:36:57ZDETAILSAt a Clothesline Project, we invite you to create t-shirts that illustrate the effects of violence upon women of all ages. By creating the shirts, we celebrate women's strength and end the silence that often surrounds violence against women and girls.
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F to 7th Avenue, M/R to 9th Street, 2/3 to Grand Army Plaza
TICKET INFO
Free info at redtentwomensproject 718.866.5859
]]>Kick-Off Self Defense Class and Safety Fairtag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.252006-06-24T07:20:00Z2006-05-31T21:07:53ZDETAILSFree Self-Defense demonstration and class, Punkrope (jumprope) demonstration and class, refreshments, a DJ, chair massage and raffle tickets for fabulous prizes will be available. We will also have information and literature about violence against women as well as services available for victims of violence and abuse.
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R train to 95th street. Cannonball Park is at 101st street and 4th Avenue
TICKET INFO
Free. Visit the website WomenAgainstViolence or email Jodi Heywood In the event of rain, rain location will be posted on website or available by calling 718.748.1234
]]>TAMA NA! Filipinas Speak Out Against Violencetag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.472006-06-24T06:16:00Z2006-05-30T04:36:08ZDETAILSThe Filipina Women's Network presents English and Tagalog performances of Eve Ensler's The Vagina Monologues to increase awareness about the high incidence of violence against Filipina women and girls. Tagalog version is performed only for the second time in the U.S. Performers are community leaders, students, professionals, activists, and homemakers.
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West 4th Street -- A, C, E, F, V, and S, West 8th Street -- N, R, Astor Place -- 6, Christopher Street -- 1, 9
TICKET INFO
$12 (NYU students), $35, $45, $55, $100 (VIP) Skirball Center Box Office: 212-992-8484 Skirball Center
]]>Becoming Natashatag:untiltheviolencestops.org,2006:go?/2.982006-06-24T02:02:00Z2006-06-05T03:08:42ZDETAILSBecoming Natasha, inspired by the book The Natashas by Victor Malarek, is the first production of its kind to expose human trafficking. The piece utilizes videography, text, and media clips and stories of three victims to ask the question: How do we as a society contribute to and promote modern slavery? Featuring Anna Klein, Stacey Cervellino, Michelle Torres, and Nina Arianda.
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Collective Unconscious: 279 Church St. just south of White Street, subway via Canal Street: Take the A,C,E, J, M, Z, N, Q, R, W, Z, or 6, subway via Franklin St. Take the 1, 9, subway via Chambers St., take the A, C, E, 1, 2, 3,4, 5, 6, 9, J, M, Z, subway via Park Place/City Hall, take the R, W between a 3 and 10 minute walk from all the above stations.
As the sun goes down and dusk is upon us, women and girls start to look over their shoulders, and feel unsafe. V-Day dreams of a world where there is no more violence, and women feel safe at any time of day or night. Women and men will run through the park, proudly demanding an end to the violence. V-Day, with the New York Road Runners, will host a 5K race in Prospect Park on June 27th to encourage runners from across the city to run to end violence against women. For more details, go to www.nyrr.org. 