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Women's Music Iconic Album Covers - San Francisco Bay Times

For Women's History Month 2023, the San Francisco Bay Times presents a selection of iconic album covers representing women's music: music by, for, and about women.While the history of such music likely goes back thousands of years, to the origins of music itself, women's music emerged as a distinct genre during the second-wave feminist movement of the 1960s-1970s.

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Brooklyn real estate

Celebrate Women's History Month With a Talk About the Brooklyn Women's Exchange

With a history that spans almost 170 years, there is a vast well of stories behind the Brooklyn Women's Exchange - and in celebration of Women's History Month, you can delve into that past.Historian and archivist Martha Foley will be presenting tales of the past and join in a conversation with members of the organization's leadership in a talk at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church on Sunday, March 19.

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Washington DC

Fun Things to Do in March in Washington, D.C.

While we may earn a commission if you book something through these links, we make unbiased, independent decisions about what to recommend.Spring is around the corner, which means that cherry blossom season will soon be upon us.This year, the Cherry Blossom Festival will take place between March 20 and April 16, but there will be plenty of activities throughout the entire month of March to celebrate the annual event.

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Washington DC

Things to Do in the DC Area This Weekend

Happy weekend, everyone!You can walk or run this weekend at a 5K race in honor of Women's History Month, or watch a number of Irish movies at a four-day festival.If you are in the mood for a live production, then check out Synetic Theater's latest play.Best Things to Do This Weekend

Capital Irish Film Festival.

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Music

For 2 chefs in Detroit, music is a passion they can taste literally

Vinyl Tasting runs pop-up dinners each month inspired by a different album.Here, guests dined on a meal centered around Frank Ocean's 2012 Channel Orange album.Shanel Dewalt Jermond Booze is a chef.But when he first moved to Detroit after culinary school, he really moved for the music scene."I felt like this was the hip hop Mecca," he said.

Washington Post

The 23 best things to do in the Washington, D.C., area this week

This week brings the final days of Black History Month and the dawn of Women's History Month.There are plenty of things to do around the area, including Yards Park's annual Ice Yards winter festival, a party celebrating Black beer companies at Metrobar, the return of the D.C. Independent Film Forum and the final weekend of Wunder Garten's Après Ski pop-up parties.

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Science

Correction: Rosalind Franklin's crucial contribution to the discovery of DNA's structure

History A piece that aired on NPR this week about the discovery of DNA's structure neglected to mention the significant contribution of Rosalind Franklin to that scientific milestone.AILSA CHANG, HOST: And now some important context on a story that we aired yesterday, a story about the anniversary of the discovery of the structure of DNA.

AdExchanger

Can The Temu Takeover Continue Without Ads? | AdExchanger

Welcome back to the AdExchanger Commerce newsletter!I'm James Hercher, AdExchanger senior editor and your guide this week as we contemplate Temu, an empty shell of an ecommerce business that is propelled by paid media and ... not much else.Temu time It's the shopping sensation that's sweeping the nation.

Eater LA

LA food

Trois Mec Vets to Open Santa Monica Sandwich Shop This Summer

A popular sandwich pop-up is primed to open in Santa Monica this year.The owners of the Popular Bread Head Sandwiches say they're aiming for a summer launch date in the former Kye's space on Montana near 16th Street.Former fine dining chefs and Trois Mec alums Alex Williams and Jordan Snyder started Bread Head to have a better work-life balance.

Creative Bloq

Graphic design

The most controversial character designs of 2022

Character designers often have a hard task on their hands.Everyone has an opinion about the way their favourites should look, and interpretations of famous characters can often be controversial.This has been especially true this year, as we've encountered a whole lot of character designs that have caused a stir.

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San Francisco Bay Times

SF LGBT

GLIDE Ensemble and Sarah Bush Dance Perform at 'A Night to Empower the Legacies of Del Martin & Phyllis Lyon' - San Francisco Bay Times

Women's History Month event celebrated legacies of lesbian trailblazers Del Martin and Phyllis Lyon.

The event featured a documentary-in-progress about Phyllis Lyon's last years and honored her queer caregiving team. [ more ]

San Francisco Bay Times

SF LGBT

Golden State Warriors' Autographed Basketball Auctioned Off at Divas & Drinks @ The Academy - San Francisco Bay Times

Former Mr. International Leather and auctioneer extraordinaire, Lenny Broberg, made a surprise appearance at the March 24, 2023, Divas & Drinks @ The Academy SF event benefiting the San Francisco Gay Softball League (SFGSL), which is celebrating its 50th Anniversary.Broberg was ably assisted by event emcee Donna Sachet, who wore an elegant ensemble for the first part of the evening before stripping it off to reveal an "SF Knockers" uniform.

Brooklyn Paper

Paving the way: 'Resilient' art exhibit at Brooklyn Federal Courthouse features all women artists * Brooklyn Paper

The art show 'Resilience in Color and Form' honors female artists for Women's History Month at the Brooklyn Federal Courthouse.

The National League of American Pen Women (NLAPW) showcases diverse works in various mediums to express the resilience and leadership of women. [ more ]

BKReader

Brooklyn Made Store Honors Women Makers and Creators

Women's History Month celebrated at Brooklyn Made Store

Recognition of women entrepreneurs in Brooklyn [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Empowering Brooklyn: Marching into Women's History Month with events across the borough * Brooklyn Paper

March is Women's History Month celebrating women's achievements.

Various events in Brooklyn honor Women's History Month. [ more ]

Brooklyn Paper

Brooklyn Art Haus presents group exhibition for Black History Month, also celebrating women * Brooklyn Paper

Month-long group exhibition "The History We Make" at Brooklyn Art Haus highlights Black and Women's history through diverse artists.

Curator Everette Hampton emphasizes the importance of showcasing the multifaceted nature of Black communities in art. [ more ]

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NYC politics

Adams revives art initiative honoring 5 influential NYC women

NYC to resume She Built NYC project honoring influential women with public monuments after COVID-19 pause.

Project aims to address underrepresentation of women in NYC's public art collection with five monuments across boroughs. [ more ]

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Women in technology

City of Alameda honors female first responders. Here's its goal for public service agencies

Female public servers in Alameda honored. Mentoring key for encouraging women in public service. 30x30 initiative aims for at least 30% of women in public service agencies. [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Women in technology

5 Powerful Women Who Paved the Way for Others | Entrepreneur

Women have played a vital role in shaping American history, especially in the legal field.

Despite facing challenges, the number of women attorneys in the U.S. has been increasing over the years. [ more ]

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Women in technology

"Our Time: Celebrating the Strength of Asian Women" Festival (SF)

This annual event will celebrate the resilience and strength of Asian women by acknowledging their unique experiences and challenges.March is Women's History Month, and it is 'Our Time' to celebrate the strength of Asian women around the world.The idea started last year as we helped coordinate a national day of remembrance for the 6 Asian women victims that were murdered during the Atlanta Spa Shootings in 2020 at the peak of anti-Asian hate.

LGBTQ Nation

Social justice

LGBTQ+ people face an incarceration crisis. Social Justice warrior Damita Bishop wants to end it.

Dorian Corey made a significant impact at a rally in Atlanta.

Damita Bishop is a key advocate for criminal, social, and economic justice reform. [ more ]

Brooklyn Eagle

Social justice

Women of the court celebrated for advocacy in equity, diversity and inclusion

The event celebrated women advocates for equity, diversity, and inclusion in the judicial system.

The honorees represent the diverse roles within the court system, emphasizing the importance of everyday women making a difference. [ more ]

New York Family

Books

14 Women's History Month Books for All Ages- New York Family

Women's History Month celebrates inspiring women.

Books for different age groups highlight women's accomplishments. [ more ]

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Books

Women's History Month 2024: Q & As with Picture Book Authors Honoring Influential Women

Eunice W. Johnson founded Ebony Fashion Fair, showcasing beauty and fashion for the Black community.

She overcame gender obstacles by pursuing education, social work, and embodying resilience and impeccable style. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston Celtics

NBC Sports Boston's Abby Chin 'excited and a little anxious' for Monday's all-female broadcast of Celtics-Pistons

Abby Chin transitions to color analyst role for Celtics-Pistons game.

All-female broadcast team for Women's History Month includes various talented broadcasters. [ more ]

WhoWhatWear

Marketing

I Just Found 25 Pretty Items From Women-Owned Brands That Go Up To A Size 3X

Women's History Month celebrates women-owned plus-size fashion brands with extended sizes.

Diverse selection including great denim and pretty dresses up to 3X and beyond. [ more ]

Polygon

Video games

6 games to buy during Steam's Women's Day Sale

Investors often fail developers from marginalized backgrounds.

Supporting gender-marginalized developers by buying and playing their games can make a significant impact. [ more ]

Mission Local

Mission District

Zapatista masks, lingerie, women's shame: New exhibit opens at Mission Cultural Center

Rodriguez's exhibition challenges the shame and judgment imposed on women's bodies.

The exhibit aims to support emerging female artists and foster intergenerational connections in the art world. [ more ]

Vulture

Women

Truman Capote Celebrates Women's History Month on SNL

Bowen Yang humorously portrays Truman Capote on SNL's Weekend Update

Capote's sarcastic takes on historical women are both funny and controversial [ more ]

Londonist

Women

International Women's Day And Women's History Month 2024 Events In London

Diverse events in London celebrate International Women's Day and Women's History Month.

Events showcase female artists, chefs, and support charitable causes. [ more ]

Secret London

London

10 Must-Visit Art Exhibitions In London Celebrating Women Artists

Female-focused exhibitions in London showcase feminist art and world-famous artists.

London hosts a variety of must-visit exhibitions celebrating women in the arts. [ more ]

Food & Beverage Magazine

Food & drink

Women's History Month Pizza & A Movie @ Olly Olly Market 3/30

There will be a free screening of A League Of Their Own in celebration of Women's History Month at Olly Olly Market in Chelsea on Thursday, March 30 from 7-9pm.The Pizza & A Movie series is hosted by Pizza Friendly Pizza who will be offering their full menu including their special Sicilian slices as well as Happy Hour Special: any 2 slices + a Narragansett tall boy for $15.
'A League of Their Own' is a film about an all-female baseball team during the second World War starring stars Madonna, Geena Davis, Jon Lovitz & Tom Hanks.

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San Francisco

Maker's Market in honor of Women's History Month (SF)

AKASSA is teaming up with Artillery Art Gallery to host our first in-person Maker's Market in honor of Women's History Month!Swing by Artillery AG in San Francisco on March 25th to shop from 10 hand-picked women & AAPI vendors who are pledging a % of their profits to to the San Francisco Asian Women's Shelter.

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Film

Unseen movie review & film summary (2023) | Roger Ebert

Blumhouse Productions is known for its thriller/horror films such as " Get Out," " Paranormal Activity," and most recently, " M3GAN."This latest low-budget entry could be categorized under their sometimes subgenres of "the horror of whiteness" or "the horror of Karens and Connors."

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