REAL Illawarra: February 2010

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Ammendment- REAL Talk @ ACON this Thur 25th

Ammendment: REAL Talk 6-8pm Thursday 25th February.
Women only space, transgender and bi women welcome

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From: Real Illawarra <real.illawarra@gmail.com>
Date: 22 February 2010 12:30
Subject: REAL Talk @ ACON this Thur 25th
To:

REAL Talk @ ACON
6-8pm, forth Thursday of month,
At ACON, Kenny st Wollongong
Women only space, transgender and bi women welcome

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Monday, February 22, 2010

REAL Talk @ ACON this Thur 25th

REAL Talk @ ACON
6-8pm, forth Thursday of month,
At ACON, Kenny st Wollongong

All welcome!

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REAL Fwd: St George Youth Services GLYSSN Info

Hi,

Information from St George Youth Services regarding the project and upcoming Mardi Gras Events.

Please feel free to distribute through your networks or post on your website or facebook page.

Kind Regards,

Jess Santos

Project Officer

GLYSSN and Health

St George Youth Services Inc.

18 Treacy Street

Hurstville NSW 2220

Phone: (02) 9570 6743

Fax: (02) 9570 7174

Mobile: 0410 452 323

E: health@stgeorgeyouth.org

Web: www.glyssn.com

ST GEORGE YOUTH SERVICES CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE

This email, and the files transmitted with it, are confidential and intended solely for the use of the individual or entity to whom they are addressed. If you are not the intended recipient, you are not permitted to distribute or use this email or any of its attachments in any way. We also request that you advise the sender of the incorrect addressing.

This email message has been virus-scanned. Although no computer viruses were detected, St George Youth Services accept no liability for any consequential damage resulting from email containing any computer viruses.

Saturday, February 20, 2010

REAL: IWD in Shoalhaven 2010

International Women's Day 2010
Celebrations in the Shoalhaven
.......................................................

ZEST FOR LIFE CONCERT / DANCE
Saturday 13th March 7.00 FOR 7.30pm

Come along to be entertained by:- Which Witch, Sarah Firken, the Wand'ring Menstruals, Zumba dancing and D.J Margot. The night will cover social, physical, spiritual,
emotional and mental aspects of women's health in a fun way. Light supper provided. Women only event.

Venue: Nowra School of Arts, Berry St Nowra
Cost: $10 or $5 concession
Contact: Marg McHugh 4422 0103
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WOMEN'S PERFORMANCE NIGHT
Friday 5th March 7.00pm until late

This women only event is loads of fun and an excellent opportunity for women to perform for the first time. Meals will be available to purchase, come at 6pm to eat and mingle and BYO drinks. If you wish to sing, dance, read poetry, fire twirl or entertain in any way call Sandra.

Venue: Tomerong Hall, Tomerong
Cost: $10.00 or $5.00 concession. Pay at door
Contact: Sandra on 4421 8150
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For the full list of IWD Shoalhaven visit,
http://www.shoalhaveninternationalwomensday.org.au/iwdevents.htm

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Fwd: International Womens Day Exhibition Wollongong

FWD......

Please feel welcome to come visit our exhibition. The artists involved make brilliant stuff. I have exhibited 2 watercolour paintings "Life Journeys 1 & 2" featuring a beautiful old green leather case my mother had in 1928 in a landscape which includes my birthplace and my now living space. I welcome feedback.

with thanks

Jack Draper

Women at Work, curated by Sue Bessell will be at Project from Wed 24 February until 7th March 2010.

Opening night is on Friday 26 Feb from 6:30pm.

Women at work is a group exhibition of local Wollongong women artists. The exhibition is to acknowledge and celebrate thier work, their creative abilities and commitment to the arts in Wollongong. The exhibition includes fifteen local women artists who work in a variety of mediums. Artists include: Libby Bloxham, Judy Bourke, Joni Braham, Lorraine Brown, Narelle Thomas, Keira Byrne, Dulcie Dal Molin, Tori De Mestre, Jack Draper, Lesley Goldacre, Liz Jeneid, Kathy Orton, Arja Valimaki, Leonie, Kim Williams and Sue Bessell.

REAL: FW: Blue Mountains camping weekend! 23-26 April

FWD.......

Hi Lemons,

Our next combined camping weekend with Rainbow Babies and Lemon Zest will be on the Anzac long weekend in April. There will be more details to come, but below are the basics to ensure you put it in your diary now! Cheers Jocelyn

Lemon Zest, Rainbow Babies and Bush Lemons CAMPING WEEKEND

The next combined camping weekend will be the Anzac long weekend, 23-26 April 2010 at the Newnes campground, a couple of hours drive from the mountains. Children welcome, but as this is national park unfortunately no dogs allowed. The campsite is large, grassy and flat, with toilets and some fireplaces, and is situated in a stunning location. Lots of things to do - bushwalking, relaxing, playing games, wading in the creek, exploring the Newes ruins nearby, or doing nothing at all.

More details will be sent out soon. For info contact Jocelyn at bushscout@bigpond.com

REAL Fw: Seminar for Women - Open Invitation

FWD

Dear Friends,

To celebrate International Women's Day, you are invited to a rare Free Seminar Event presented by myself and my colleagues to raise awareness for Women's Health. There will be 5 speakers on the evening all from different 'wellbeing' disciplines to share with you their knowledge and experience around building confidence

Please see attached flyer for details. Hope to see you there. We will have nibblies and lots of give aways on the night. Gold coin donations at the door will go to "Raise the Gong" who help to raise funds for women's health in the Wollongong and Illawarra region — with particular focus on Women's Cancers. www.raisethegong.org.au

http://raisethegong.googlegroups.com/web/RTG_LOGO.jpg?hl=en&gda=TwzZa0EAAABLhnkEbPIMjUwqO84RAxz_T9cYc9MM6Do8HttfBbG8pB1E_mbpxYdJZmU7Xw6JetrhtrFcBixfottYTQUy-Muj7WbB0sVAO2Hmgtm1PE2xNg

Please pass this on to friends and associates.

Warmest Regards

thefoodmuse-long

Maria Mitzikis
PH: 0419186723
www.thefoodmuse.com.au
Discover the Cookbook here http://www.blurb.com/bookstore/detail/995497
Eat Better - Live Better

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Fwd: REAL @ Fair Day, Sunday 21st Feb

Happy Mardi Gras 2010,

Why not come along and join in the fun of Mardi Gras Fair Day with REAL Illawarra.

We will be at our usual shady location under the trees with a great view of the stage (Uni side of the open dance area near stage)
REAL will supply cold drinks and a picnic lunch, so come along, hang out and enjoy the show.

If you would like a lift up there let us know via email or text to REAL (see below)

Cheers
Wendy

Mardi Gras- Fair Day

Location,

Victoria Park
City Road,
Chippendale, New South Wales
When

21 Feb 10.00am to 8.00pm
Cost

Gold coin donation

The biggest and best-loved community event of the Season, Fair Day will officially launch this year's Mardi Gras and promises a fun, relaxed day out for all the family, even the pets!

Up to 70,000 routinely turn out to sit on the grass, browse the stalls, gorge themselves on the plethora of delicacies available at the stalls, have a few drinks, but most of all to catch up with old friends – and make some new ones.

A showcase of entertainment will be the centrepiece of Fair Day, including performances from Mardi Gras Festival highlights, international DJs and bands, and the return of the AXN Search for a Cover Model competition on the ANZ Main Stage.

Fwd: FW: Change to time for Bush Lemons bushwalk, Sat 20 Feb

FWD

Hi Lemons, just to let you know that there has been a change to the start time for Sue's walk on Sat, 20 Feb, to 9.30am. This is to assist those arriving by train.

Also, when booking in for this walk please advise Sue whether you will be arriving by train or car so she can ensure there will be enough cars for the drive to the start of the walk.

Jocelyn

Bush Lemons

----- Original Message -----

From: bushscout

Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 8:59 PM

Subject: Next Bush Lemons bushwalk, Sat 20 Feb

Hi all,

the next Bush Lemons walk (after the marathon one this Saturday) will be on Saturday 20th February and will be led by Sue. The walk will be along the 6ft Track from Megalong Valley Road to the Coxs River Campground a distance of approx 7.5kms (one way). We will have lunch at the Coxs River Campground which is a really pretty spot next to the river and if it is a hot day it is lovely to have a 'swim'. This walk is graded easy medium as there are a few hills (not too steep) and as with other walks that Sue leads this walk will be at a slow to moderate pace, giving walkers time to enjoy the surrounds as they walk and have a nice rest by the river at lunch.

All walkers are asked to meet outside Bakehouse on Wentworth Bakery/Cafe which is in Wentworth Street, Blackheath, at 9am where we will car pool to the start of the walk. Make sure you bring plenty of water/fluid to drink especially if it is a warm day. Although there is water in the river this is unsuitable for drinking. You will also need the usual food, sunscreen and a HAT.

Hope you can join us, to book in email Sue Atherton - sueatherton@bigpond.com before Thursday 18th February.

Jocelyn

Bush Lemons

bushscout@bigpond.com

Get straight to the Point Find a great deal on your next car.

NOWRA International Womens Day 2010

See attached for International Womens' Day program

In particular look out for the :

Zest for Life Concert Dance

                                 Saturday 13 March                School of Art

                                       7 for 7.30pm                   Berry St, Nowra

Featuring: Sara Firkin, Wand'ring Menstruals, Zumba dance, Witch Which, DJ Margot
                                    Light Supper         Women Only       $10/5

Friday, February 12, 2010

REAL: International Women’s Day (IWD) across the Illawarra

International Women's Day (IWD) across the Illawarra

more info & Activities @
http://iwdillawarra.com.au/iwdframe1.html

Date	Event
26 Feb - 7 March	"Women's Work" - a celebration of women artists working in Wollongong - Project Contemporary Artspace
3 March	Young Women's Art Exhibition - Wollongong Youth Services
5 March	IWD Launch Luncheon - Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
6 March	IWD March and Rally - Market Square Park going to Crown St Mall
7 March	Stress Less - Stuart Park North Wollongong
8 March	INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY
9 March	Brunch at BlueScope, Event for High School Students - Australia's Industry World Visitors Centre at BlueScope Steel
10 March	Unveiling the Myths - Muslim Women's Poster Project - Shellharbour Square in the foyer near Kmart
11 March	Launch of the Illawarra - Women's Interfaith Network (I-WIN) - Wollongong City Council
11 March	New Young Women Performers Night - Wollongong Youth Centre
11 March	Women on Boards Networking Event - Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
12 March	Women on Boards Workshop: Getting Started ll (Realising Your Board Potential) – Novotel Wollongong Northbeach Women on Boards Director Lunch – Novotel Wollongong Northbeach Women on Boards Workshop: Getting Serious ll (Brand YOU) – Novotel Wollongong Northbeach
14 March	Out of the Blue Presents "Ladies at the Links" – Wollongong Golf Club
14 March	ZONTA Status of Women Awards – Villa D'Oro Wollongong
26 March	IWIB Illawarra Businesswomen's Awards 2010 – Lagoon Restaurant, Wollongong
28 March	Born To Be Mild Scooter & Postie Bike Charity Ride

REAL FW: Next Bush Lemons bushwalk, Sat 20 Feb

FWD------

Jocelyn

Bush Lemons

bushscout@bigpond.com

REAL Fwd: FW: Lemon Zest discussion nite 18 Feb

FWD------

Hi Zesters,

Just to let you know that this month's Lemon Zest discussion night is on Thursday week, 18 February, at 7.15pm at the Blue Mountains Women's Health Centre, 124 Lurline Street, Katoomba. As usual we will tackle some interesting and thought provoking topics so I hope you can join us.

Jocelyn

Lemon Zest

bushscout@bigpond.com

REAL Fwd: Feminist Conference. Sydney 10-11 APRIL 2010.

F: A Festival. A Conference. A Future.

F is a Conference to enliven and ignite the Sydney feminist movement.
We invite you to join us for two days of lively debate, workshops and discussion about where we are from, where we're at and where we're going.

WHEN: 10-11 APRIL 2010.
WHERE: TEACHER'S FEDERATION AUDITORIUM 39-41 RESEVOIR STREET, SURRY HILLS
9:30am- 5pm both days.
Dinner in Chinatown on Saturday evening.

All Welcome!
Important:
The Conference and Dinner venues have disability access.
If are planning to order lunch (available both days) or attend the dinner on Saturday evening please email us with your dietary requirements.
If you need child care please email us.
If you need an Auslan Interpreter please email us.
If you need assistance with registration costs please email us.
We are also organising an Arts Festival. This will be a separate event.

CONTACT:
Rosa Campbell
0431213382
Gabe Kavanagh
0408976890
f.the.conference@gmail.com
feministconference.blogspot.com
follow us on twitter: http://twitter.com/fconference
find us on facebook!

Registaration
http://www.trybooking.com/Booking/BookingEventSummary.aspx?eid=2106

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REAL: Lisa News- Brekky and womens dance, Nowra

LISA (Shoalhaven) Update
-----------------------------------

We met and talked and laughed at the brekky yesteray. Next one is 10am 14 March
at Coffee'liscious, Berry St Nowra. Put it in yr diary

Also in the diary:
Saturday 13 March 7 for 7.30pm
Zest for Life Concert/Dance,
at Nowra School of Arts, Berry St, Nowra

(more details will follow but the show will feature the comeback of the band Which Witch)

Same Sex Attracted Youth Survey (April 2010)

Same Sex Attracted Youth Survey
- please forward to your contacts

Work with same-sex attracted kids aged 14-21 in Australia? Encourage them to write themselves in to Australian history by filling out the third national Australian survey on same-sex attracted youth at http://www.wti3.org.au/ ! This is THE survey that makes a REAL difference to policies and services; support it! The survey is open now, and closes in April 2010.

There is also a link on our GLBTI Health Survey page at www.illawarraqinfo.com along with other health surveys

REAL: Fwd: Lesbian workshops in Penrith

FWD from Lemon zest

Hi Zesters,

The Penrith Women's Health Centre are holding some Lesbian workshops that you might like to know about.

17th Feb - Lesbian Families

March/April - Legal Issues for Lesbians

June - Coming Out Evening

August - Relationships.

They will all be in the evening from 6.30pm to 8.30pm and supper is provided. There will be a maximum of 12 to 15 women. Bookings or further enquiries on 4721 8749.

Cheers

Jocelyn

Lemon Zest

bushscout@bigpond.com

Fwd: BeGay Group :UPCOMING MARDI GRAS & LOCAL STUFF

FWD from BGay
BeGay Group :UPCOMING MARDI GRAS & LOCAL STUFF

Hi All

I have recently come across a great website called: 85 – wear it with pride. www.wearitwithpride.com.au

This website outlines the 85 different reforms to Australian federal laws affecting same sex attracted ppl in the areas of:

- Parenting; workplace; relationships; social security; financial; health & ageing; and immigration. (they have factsheets on the site)

There are also fab T-shirts for sale on the site promoting same sex rights. – well worth a look!

On Sunday 28 February from 11 am BEGAY brunch at Morrisons on Lamont in Bermagui.(main street next to Newsagent) This is market day as well on the Bermagui foreshore.

I would appreciate if you could give me some idea if you can make it as I will need to book a table/s.

On Wednesday March 10 ACON is coming down to hold consultations with GLBTI an HIV+ people in our area.

If you have any particular issues that you would like to see them about please contact me directly & I will arrange a time for you.

There is a new manager at the Illawarra Branch who has a strong commitment to supporting us down on the south coast & fulfilling the promises ACON has made to us for many years.

During the day, they will be meeting with service providers i.e. The Health Department & in the evening I have suggested to them that we could have a BEGAY dinner – 2 tables – a girls' and a boys' to discuss pertinent issues and discuss with them ways that they could be more proactive in their service delivery down this way.

Radda Jordan the new Illawarra Manager has also written a draft lesbian health strategy that she would like to run by local lesbians as well.

So if this interests you at all please send me a return email.

At this stage the dinner is tentatively planned for the Moruya area but depending on numbers we can move up or down the coast (within reason)

If you know of any other gay/lesbian events please let me know.

And, if you are heading to Mardi Gras festival – here are a couple of things to look out for.

Cheers

Jen Somers

Bike & Tattoo Show 2010

Host:	Dykes On Bikes Sydney
Type:	Causes - Fundraiser
Network:	Global

Date:	Saturday, February 13, 2010
Time:	1:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:	Oxford Hotel, Taylor Square

Dykes on Bikes Sydney are proud to present our annual show. This year The Oxford Hotel is hosting an afternoon of not too serious motorbike & tattoo competition amongs others. There are heaps of prizes, great entertainment & some surprise performers & judges.
Bike categories include: cruiser, tourer, rat bike, sports, naked, vintage, up to 250cc/scooter, people's choice. Please have bikes in at 1pm
Tattoo Categories: arm, leg back, front, best tattoo story, best modification, people's choice.
Cost: gold coins donation, with proceeds going to our club's elected charities.
There will also be a club history exhibition, stalls & more...
http://www.facebook.com/?ref=home#/event.php?eid=285909725745&index=1

Monday, February 1, 2010

REAL: Fwd: Mardi Gras Twilight Bowls

FWD fom Lemon Zest (BlueMountains)

Hi Zesters,

I have attached a flier for twilight bowls in Sydney on 24 February in case anyone would like to organise a group to go down to it. The evening involves a game of barefoot bowls, raffles, prizes, entertainment and is a fundraiser for twenty ten.

Jocelyn

Lemon Zest

bushscout@bigpond.com

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REAL: FWD Circus WOW term 1 classes

From Circus WOW, Wollongongs womens circus :-)

Hi all WOW members and supporters...

Here is an A4 flyer with our program
If you have anywhere to display the flyer ,or could distribute some around to help promote the classes , it would be much appreciated. These are all classes for Adult women.

Also, I have repeated the program below if you still need to book; please book via emailing this circuswow@gmail.com.  as soon as possible to reserve your place.

Thanks
Ellen for WOW training

AERIALS/Trapeze Starts Feb 1st

This class will cover a variety of aerial apparatus – static trapeze, tissue and corde lisse at beginners to intermediate level & expose women to the joy & hard work of aerials. The class will also look at aerial choreography, technique & safety & have a strength-conditioning component to enable women to progress their skills.

Monday 7.30 to 9.30 pm. Start Mon 1st Feb for an 8 week block

Wed   6.30 to 8.30 pm. Start Wed 3rd Feb.

HOOPING [Hula hoops] Start Tues Feb 9th 8 week block

Want to have a fabulous time while you get super fit! Try a Hula Hoops Class…
With Miss Heidi…have fun, get fit and laugh along with WOW Hoopers

Tues 7.30 to 8.30 pm all levels, including beginners. An 8 week block
Intermediate students may stay back until 9pm.
CIRCUIT CONDITIONING CLASS starts Thurs 11th Feb
Get fit fast with our half an hour circuit at circus class. An all levels class that you can attend for fun & fitness.
Thursday 6.30 to 7 pm. Starts Thursday 11th of Feb,
ACRO & DANCE with Wendy! Starts Fri Feb 5th
This is an all levels class, so beginners welcome. This class develops body awareness and skills in acrobatics / acrobalance as well as playing with dance moves.
Friday 6.15 to 7.45 pm for a four week block only.

Circus Wow invites women 18 – 80+ All fitness level to come and have a go!
A sense of fun and adventure is all you need
CIRCUS WOW 42 671233 Mob: 0410 510 915 or email circuswow@gmail.com for bookings + info on other workshops

REAL Dinner @ Coniston Hotel 6-8 Thur 4th

Hi all,
This months REAL Dinner is on ........

REAL Illawarra Dinner
@ 6-8pm, first Thursday of month, next one @
Coniston Hotel
6pm, Thu, 4th Feb 2010

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Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Monday, February 22, 2010

Saturday, February 20, 2010

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Mardi Gras- Fair Day

Location,

When

Cost

Friday, February 12, 2010

Bike & Tattoo Show 2010

Monday, February 1, 2010