Seattle 2017 Activities Archive
Sunday, Dec. 31, 8:30pm
Celebrate Resistance at a Rabble-Rousers'
New Year's Eve Party
- Savory & Sweet Holiday Treats
- Champagne & Liberating Libations
- Party Favors
- Irreverent Toast: "Turn the Page on the Harassing Year of 2017"
900 Hiawatha Place S., Seattle
One block east of the corner of Rainier Ave. S. and S. Charles St.
On the #7 bus line. Look for the big turquoise house on the SE corner.
Hors d'Oeuvres & Dessert Buffet $10.00
For info, please call 206-722-2453 or 206-722-6057, email RWseattle@mindspring.com
A benefit for Radical Women & the Freedom Socialist Party
If you can't attend, consider making a donation to our organizing efforts in 2018! Make checks out to RW and mail to New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S., Seattle WA 98118. Or donate online at RadicalWomen.org. Please put "2018 fightback" in the notes. Your support is invaluable!
Thursday, November 16, 7:30pm
Public meeting
The Power of #MeToo:
Working women fight back against sexual assault
A global tsunami of truth-telling about sexual harassment is shaking empires from Hollywood to the Washington State legislature. This presentation by Radical Women organizer Gina Petry will go beyond the hashtag to understand the power imbalances of gender, race and class that victimize women. What fuels sexual predation? How have female workers and sisters of color fought it and how can it be eliminated? Bring your ideas and solutions.
Fall dinner, with vegan options, served at 6:30pm for $8.50 donation.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 bus line. A short walk east from Columbia City light rail station.
For info or childcare, call 206-722-6057• RWseattle@mindspring.com • www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Beginning October 26, 6:30-8:00pm
Feminist reading group
Women Resist Fascism: Yesterday and Today
Are you concerned about recent actions by bigots and white supremacists? Learn about the far-right's misogynist and racist agenda and how women have opposed it. Discuss why rightwing and neo-Nazi groups are growing and how we can stop them. Readings available for purchase at sessions. Everyone welcome.
Thursdays, October 26, November 2, 9, 30 & December 7
Download Syllabus here.
4710 University Way NE, #100, Seattle
On the # 48, 71 & 73 buslines. Please call 206-985-4621 to enter the building.
Hosted by Radical Women
For info or childcare: 206-722-6057, RWseattle@mindspring.com - www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Order by December 1st!
Fabulous Feminist Holiday Bake Sale
Radical Women's gastronomic delights are back by popular demand! Let us do the cooking so you can delight coworkers, family and friends while helping the fight for women's rights and social justice. Scroll down to place your order for scrumptious homemade cookies or delectable roast nuts.
We'd love to have your help! It's loads of fun and all skill levels are welcome. Join the baking team by emailing RWseattle@mindspring.com or calling 206-722-6057. Bakers will work together on evenings and weekends at New Freeway Hall during the first weeks of December. Arrangements can also be made for weekday shifts.
Click the items below to order online or download an order form by clicking here and mail your completed order to: Radical Women, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle, WA 98118. You may also order by phone: 206-722-6057, fax: 206-723-7691 (please call to confirm fax was received) or email: RWseattle@mindspring.com.
HOMEMADE COOKIES - 1/2 DOZ. FOR $7
Almond Roca-style Bars
Coconut Macaroons
Coconut Macaroons, dipped in Chocolate
Ginger Snaps
BAKER'S DOZEN - 13 FOR $14
3 of each variety, plus a special treat!
SAVORY ROAST HERBED NUTS - $8.50
Two cups of tasty assorted nuts, sugar-free and vegan
ADD A DONATION TO RADICAL WOMEN!
Pick up your treats at the Bake Sale Open House:
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle,
Saturday, Dec. 16 from 10am - 5pm and
Sunday, Dec. 17 from noon-4pm.
The Bake Sale Open House will also feature craft tables, hot drinks and a feminist bookstore. (Contact Radical Women at RWseattle@mindspring.com to request other pickup arrangements)
Radical Women special meeting
Tenants stick together to win victory in Burien!
Tesa Rabbat and Anne Slater, tenants at the Hallmark apartments in Burien, will relate how they organized with their neighbors to stop a mass economic eviction at their 52-unit apartment complex last month. Faced with abrupt rent increases of up to 84% after a new owner purchased their aging complex, neighbors came together and negotiated concessions from the landlord that lowered the rent increases for up to a year and empowered tenants to have some control over their living conditions.
These dynamic, grassroots women organizers will explain how they brought together very diverse neighbors, of many colors, nationalities, generations and abilities, to win this victory. They are eager to share ideas on how other renters in this region can unite to resist massive rent increases and displacement.
Hearty dinner, with vegan options, served at 6:30pm for $8.50.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 bus line. Near the Columbia City Light Rail Station.
For info or childcare: 206-722-6057, RWseattle@mindspring.com • www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Bimonthly on Saturdays
Radical Women reading circle
On the front-lines of freedom: Writings by radical women of color
Get inspired by the dynamic ideas and bold visions of women radicals of color, both courageous pioneers and contemporary writer/activists. Readings from many sources explore the interconnections between different forms of oppression and point the way toward victory. Everyone welcome.
July 22 - Chicana Feminism: ¡Adelante, Mujer!
August 5 - Arab Feminists on the Frontlines
August 19 - Lesbians of Color: Fighting on All Fronts
September 9 - Immigrant and Refugee Women Confront Border Politics
September 23 - Moving Feminism from Reform to Revolution
Facilitator: Christina López Chicana activist for immigrant rights and reproductive justice
Saturdays, 3:00 - 4:30pm
Seattle Public Library - High Point Branch
3411 SW Raymond St., Seattle
Readings will be available at the gatherings or contact Radical Women to get downloadable copies
Sponsored by Radical Women. Info: 206-722-6057
RWseattle@mindspring.com • www.RadicalWomen.org
facebook.com/RWseattle
Thursday, Sept. 21, 7:30pm
Film showing
AWAKE, a dream from Standing Rock
Don't miss this new 90-minute documentary on the heroic struggle by indigenous Water Protectors and thousands of allies to stop construction of the Dakota Access Pipeline, which endangers the water supply for the Standing Rock reservation and 17 million people downstream. The film will be introduced by Gina Petry, Radical Women Organizer, who worked with and interviewed leading Native women and youth at Standing Rock last year. $2.00 donation for movie. 6:30 Supper, with vegan options, $8.50.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
4 blocks south of S. Alaska St., at Hudson stop of #7 bus. A short walk east from Columbia City light rail station.
For info or childcare, call 206-722-6057 • RWseattle@mindspring.com • www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Saturday, August 26, 6:30 pm
You're invited to Radical Women's anniversary gala!
Bread, roses and feminist leadership
WALKING THE TALK FOR 50 YEARS
Celebrate Women's Rights Day and mark the golden jubilee of a multi-racial revolutionary feminist group that's as kickass now as when formed in 1967. Hear about RW's intersectional activism and be part of the stepped-up resistance today!
-Toasts from local rabble-rousers!
-Music and dancing!
-Silent auction!
-Historical slideshow & videos
-No-host bar
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 busline. Six blocks from the Columbia City light rail station.
Door donation $3-10.
Summer Delights Banquet dinner, (with vegan option) $15.
For more info: 206-722-6057 • RWseattle@mindspring.com • www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Call three days in advance to arrange childcare or work exchange.
If you cannot attend, please consider making a donation to kick off Radical Women's next 50 years! Make checks payable to Radical Women (note "50th anniversary") and mail to address above. Or click here to donate.
Thursday, July 13, 7:30pm
Solidarity is Fabulous!
Building Lavender/Labor Alliances
Get inspired by a double-header historical look at how "unlikely" coalitions can be built around common interests.
• Starting off, a little-known half-hour documentary, All-Out! Dancing in Dulais, spotlighting Lesbians and Gays Support the Miners (LGSM), a mainstay for an intensely fought 1984-85 mine strike in Wales.
• Next up: longtime queer activist Su Docekal, author of On the Front-Lines of Lavender Labor History, will tell how an unprecedented combination of LGBTQ militants and Teamsters came together in 1977 to fight union-busting and racist, homophobic practices at the Coors Brewing Co. Join the discussion on how to build such efforts today. Everyone welcome.
Hearty dinner, with vegan options, served at 6:30pm for $8.50
Hosted by Radical Women
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 bus line. Near the Columbia City Light Rail Station. Info or childcare: 206-722-6057, RWseattle@mindspring.com
www.RadicalWomen.org • facebook.com/RWseattle
March, rally, and visit our booths
at the following Seattle pride events:
Friday, June 23
Trans Pride March and Rally. 5:00pm meet adjacent to the Capitol Hill Light Rail Station. 6:00pm march to Cal Anderson Park. Hook up with us for the march or look for our table at the rally at Cal Anderson!
Saturday, June 24
Capitol Hill Pride Street Festival on Broadway. Come check out the Radical Women & FSP booth anytime between Noon and 7:00pm.
Dyke Rally. 5:00pm at Seattle Central College south plaza. Look for Radical Women's table there.
Sunday, June 18, 2017, 2:00pm
Please join family, friends, comrades and colleagues of
Tamara Turner
March 27, 1940 - March 22, 2017
in remembering a radical librarian, LGBTQ rights pioneer, unbridled humorist, and lover of books, cats, music and humanity.
Sunday, June 18, 2017, 2:00pm
New Freeway Hall
5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On #7 bus line, near Columbia City light rail station
Hosted by Raya Fidel, Michael and Ralph Turner,
Freedom Socialist Party, and Radical Women
For information, call 206-985-4621 or email fspnatl@igc.org
Remembrances may be sent to
Freedom Socialist Newspaper
5018 Rainier Avenue South, Seattle, WA 98118
or
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
5601 6th Avenue South, Suite 182
Seattle, WA 98108
Seattle Times obituary and guestbook
2nd & 4th Saturdays, through May 13, 3:00 - 4:30pm
Radical Women discussion circle
Gender and Race: Collision or Comradeship?
Writings by front-running feminists of color
This is a great time to join the discussion group and be inspired by the dynamic ideas and bold visions of women radicals of color, both courageous pioneers and contemporary writer/activists. Their powerful words explore the interconnections between different forms of oppression and point the way toward victory against racism, sexism, homophobia and class oppression. Everyone welcome.
Apr. 8 - Double Jeopardy: To Be Black and Female
Apr. 22 - First Feminists: Indigenous Women Speak Out
May 13 - Asian and Pacific American Women: Debunking Myths
Facilitator: Christina López
Chicana activist for immigrant rights and reproductive justice
Saturdays, 3:00 - 4:30pm
Seattle Public Library - High Point Branch
3411 SW Raymond St., Seattle
Readings will be available at the gatherings or call Radical Women to get downloadable copies
Sponsored by Radical Women. Info: 206-722-6057
RWseattle@mindspring.com www.RadicalWomen.org
Facebook.com/rwseattle
Wednesday, May 17, 2017 - 7:00pm
Chelsea Manning release celebration!
Veterans for Peace, and co-hosts Radical Women and the Freedom Socialist Party, will hold a celebration on the day courageous antiwar whistle-blower and transgender warrior Chelsea Manning is released from prison. While serving in the U.S. Army, Manning provided Wikileaks with classified documents hoping to start a worldwide discussion about U.S. human rights violations and war crimes in Iraq and Afghanistan. Since her conviction, she has suffered nearly four years in a male prison while demanding and winning accommodations to her desire to transition as a female. Her 35-year sentence was commuted by President Obama in his last days in office. Veterans for Peace has organized contingents in the last six LGBTQ Pride Parades in Seattle to raise awareness about Chelsea's unjust incarceration.
Toasts to Chelsea's freedom will be given. Refreshments will be served. Everyone welcome!
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S.
On the #7 busline. Six blocks from the Columbia City light rail station.
Sponsored by Veterans for Peace. Co-hosted by Radical Women & Freedom Socialist Party.
For more info: www.vfp92.org
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/146258139244227
Sunday, May 21, 12:00 pm
Public Panel
Socialism and Feminism in (and out of) the Workplace
Panel: Kathi Weeks, Charu Charusheela, Jaleh Mansoor, Megan Cornish (Radical Women)
The workplace is a key site where gender is enforced, performed, and created--for example through the decision about what is considered men's work and what women's work. It's also a site that has sparked theoretical battles over the question of which category is more determining in the last instance--class or gender. If, as Kathi Weeks points out, any conception of class as a gender and race-blind category interferes with "the ability to register the contours of even narrowly economic hierarchies," what model accurately describes the way class and gender interact and intertwine? What's the best way to struggle against the gender-differentiated wage without mythologizing the work ethic? How can the struggle be expanded beyond the workplace to factor in what Italian feminists in the Wages for Housework movement identified as the unwaged feminine labor that capitalism depends on for its reproduction?
Radical Women and Red May are happy to co-sponsor a discussion of both the durable bonds between Socialism and Feminism and the historic points of conflict between them.
A reception will be held after the panel is over.
New Freeway Hall 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 busline. Six blocks from the Columbia City light rail station.
For more info see Red May website: https://www.redmayseattle.org
Or contact Radical Women at 206-722-6057 • RWseattle@mindspring.com
www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Thursday, April 20, 7:30pm
Public Meeting
The Power of Strikes: A Working Woman's Guide
"A Day Without a Woman," "A Day Without Immigrants," "May 1 General Strike" - these calls for mass protest have abounded since Trump occupied the White House. What is their meaning for women, the multi-racial labor force, immigrants and refugees? The meeting will analyze the March 8 women's rights actions and what they signified. Learn why strikes are called "workers' most powerful weapon" and discover women's leadership in past labor upsurges. Get informed about local and national collaboration between immigrant rights groups and unions in building for walkouts on May Day - to protest Trump's attacks on medical care, elders, immigrants, women and labor. Find out how you can help!
Hearty dinner, with vegan options, served at 6:30pm for $8.50 donation.
New Freeway Hall
5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 busline. Six blocks from the Columbia City light rail station.
For more info or to arrange childcare:
206-722-6057 • RWseattle@mindspring.com www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Saturday, March 25, 3:00pm
Gender and Race: Collision or Comradeship?
Writings by front-running feminists of color
Session #3
Get inspired by the dynamic ideas and bold visions of women radicals of color, both courageous pioneers and contemporary writer/activists. Their powerful words explore the interconnections between different forms of oppression and point the way toward victory against racism, sexism, homophobia and class oppression. Download syllabus here:
The theme of the March 25 session is "Intersections of Race, Sex and Class," with readings by Dorothy Mejia Chambless, Merle Woo and Nancy Reiko Kato. Everyone welcome.
Facilitator: Christina López
Chicana activist for immigrant rights and reproductive justice
2nd & 4th Saturdays through Aug. 12, from 3-4:30pm
*NEW LOCATION ON MARCH 25*
High Point Library
3411 SW Raymond St., Seattle, WA
Readings will be available at the gatherings or contact Radical Women to get copies in advance.
For more info, call 206-722-6057 • RWseattle@mindspring.com
www.RadicalWomen.org
Thursday, March 16, 7:30pm
Special International Women's Day Film Showing
"Schoolidarity"
Celebrate the struggles of working-class women by viewing this powerful documentary about political/corporate attacks on public education and public sector workers. The film interweaves the stories of two significant labor struggles in which women and workers of color played a major role: the riveting 2011 fight by public employees in Wisconsin, and the long battle by Chicago teachers for quality schools and union democracy, culminating in the 2012 teachers strike.
Women, especially women of color, were the backbone of these movements that brought together workers, parents and community activists. Participants discuss the importance of militant tactics and union democracy, and critique the role of the Democratic Party. Open discussion will follow the 90-minute film.
$3-5 door donation. Hearty dinner, with vegan options, served at 6:30pm for $8.50 donation.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle On the #7 busline. Six blocks from the Columbia City light rail station.
For more info or to arrange childcare: 206-722-6057 • rwseattle@mindspring.com www.facebook.com/rwseattle
Saturday, March 11, 3pm
Gender and Race: Collision or Comradeship?
Writings by front-running feminists of color
Session #2
Get inspired by the dynamic ideas and bold visions of women radicals of color, both courageous pioneers and contemporary writer/activists. Their powerful words explore the interconnections between different forms of oppression and point the way toward victory against racism, sexism, homophobia and class oppression.
The theme of the March 11 session is "Confronting Racism in the Women's Movement," with readings by Audre Lorde and Martha Cotera. Download syllabus here. Everyone welcome.
Facilitator: Christina López
Chicana activist for immigrant rights and reproductive justice
Bi-monthly gatherings on Saturday afternoons through the spring and summer Next meeting: Saturday, March 11, 3:00 - 4:30pm
*NEW LOCATION ON MARCH 11*
Dubsea Coffee
9910 8th Ave SW, White Center, Seattle, WA
Readings will be available at the gatherings or contact Radical Women to get copies in advance.
For more info, call 206-722-6057 - rwseattle@mindspring.com www.RadicalWomen.org - www.facebook.com/RWseattle
Bimonthly on Saturdays, beginning Feb. 25
Radical Women reading circle
Gender and Race: Collision or Comradeship?
Writings by front-running feminists of color
Get inspired by the dynamic ideas and bold visions of women radicals of color, both courageous pioneers and contemporary writer/activists. Readings from many sources will present the thoughts and experiences of Black, Latina, Asian/Pacific American, Native American and Arab feminists. Their powerful words explore the interconnections between different forms of oppression and point the way toward victory against racism, sexism, homophobia and class oppression. Everyone welcome.
Facilitator: Christina López
Chicana activist for immigrant rights and reproductive justice
Bi-monthly gatherings, beginning
Saturday, February 25, 3:00 - 4:30pm
White Center branch of King County Library
1409 SW 107th St., Seattle
Readings will be available at the gatherings
For more info, call 206-722-6057 • rwseattle@mindspring.com
www.RadicalWomen.org • facebook.com/rwseattle
Sunday, Feb. 12, 4pm-7pm
Come to a Pushback Potluck!
Celebrate resistance!
-Hear from participants in the D.C. anti-inauguration and women's marches.
-Salute local mobilizations.
-Eat, drink, and throw down our next moves against Trumpism.
Bring a favorite dish to share.
Children welcome!
Donations to help fuel future organizing are much appreciated.
3321 37th Avenue S. Seattle
(West of Hunter Blvd S, last stop on #14 bus)
Home of Maxine Reigel & Monica Hill
Info: 206-725-1224
Sponsors: Radical Women & Freedom Socialist Party
rwseattle@mindspring.com - fspseattle@mindspring.com
Thursday, January 26, 2017, 7:30pm
The Power of Revolutionary Feminism: A Winning Strategy Against the Right Wing
Women are crying out against injustice. With a Misogynist-in-Chief at the helm, hard-won rights are totally at risk. Trump is rallying white supremacists, immigrant-bashers, union-busters, religious fundamentalists, homophobes, privatizers and others bent on crushing working people. The time has come to get active, get radical, and build principled alliances. Socialist feminism -- multi-issue radicalism that looks to the most oppressed for leadership -- provides an optimistic path and vision for the future. Learn more about socialist feminism, debate the issues, and get involved!
Hearty dinner served at 6:30pm for $8.50 donation.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
On the #7 busline. Six blocks from the Columbia City light rail station.
For more info or to arrange childcare: 206-722-6057 - RWSeattle@mindspring.com - www.RadicalWomen.org - facebook.com/rwseattle
Saturday, January 21, 10am - 4pm
Seattle Womxn's March
March in solidarity with the hundreds of thousands of feminists expected to march in Washington, D.C. outpouring. Express your outrage at the full-scale assault on rights of women, queers and all those targeted by the far-right. This is just the warm-up for a fight!
10:00am meet at Judkins Park, 2150 S. Norman St., to Seattle Center. Join the Revolutionary Feminist Contingent! Look for the banner pictured above. Going to the D.C. counter-inaugural protest and women's march on January 20-21? Click here to find out how to meet up with the Socialist Feminist Contingent or donate.
Friday, January 20, 1pm & 5pm
Inauguration Day actions
Look for the banner above to join up with the Radical Women and Freedom Socialist Party contingent at the All United None Divided March & Rally. The rally and march emphasize immigrant, indigenous and workers' rights.
1:00pm gather at Judkins Park (behind St. Mary's Church,
corner of S. Weller St. and 20th Ave. S.)
2:30pm march downtown to 2nd & Marion for a rally at 4:00pm
Then head over at 5:00pm for an anti-Trump rally at Westlake.
Monday, January 16,2017
Annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Day celebration
Garfield High School, 400 23rd Ave, Seattle
9:30am workshops, 11:00am rally in the gym, 12:30 march begins. Check out the workshop, "Fighting for Labor and Civil Rights in the Trump Era," sponsored by Organized Workers for Labor Solidarity and featuring a veteran unionist from Radical Women.
Saturday, Jan. 14, 11:00am - 2:00pm
Sign-making and protest prep party
Come down to help make signs and do phone-banking and other projects for folks attending inaugural protests, women's marches, and MLK Day activities in Washington, D.C. and in Seattle. We'll have all the materials needed.
New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle
If this date doesn't work for you, give us a call at 206-722-2453 and schedule another time to volunteer.
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