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issue 8 . Spring 2001
Upcoming events
Book Club: Women Writing Desire
Join the Venus Envy Book Club and get 10% off the book of the month!
The first book is Written on the Body by Jeanette Winterson. The book
club
will be meeting at the Big Life Cafe on March 26 at 6:30 p.m. To
register,
please call Venus Envy at 422-0004.
Round Table Discussion on Homophobia and Heterosexism
March 29 at 3:30 in the Dentistry building at Dal, room D4116.
Join us for a discussion on issues surrounding homophobia and
heterosexism in Halifax with speakers from the Rainbow Youth Action
Project, Nova Scotia Rainbow Action Project and the Halifax and
University
communities. Donations will be accepted for the Venus Envy Bursary Fund.
For more info contact kira_mc@hotmail.com
Women's Studies at Dal - WOST Colloquium
April 4th 3:45-5pm MacMecham Room, Killam Library
"'What's Up Doc?' Gender Dynamics in Medical Communication" with Dr.
Toni Laidlaw. Reception to follow.
Imitation Ani - all Ani, All Night
Friday, April 6th - Hell's Kitchen.
Tickets on sale now at Venus Envy. Hear the new Ani CD at 9pm and Ani
Tribute at
10pm. Produced by the Bust Out Arts association with some of the
proceeds going to the Venus Envy Bursary Fund. Bursary applications and
information will be available at the show. $5 in advance and $6 at the
door.
Midwifery Coalition Meeting
April 22, contact Yvonne 857-9191 for info.
Workshops
Workshops are held at the store. Please pre-register by calling 422-0004. Cost is $5 per person.
Sex Toys 101: an introduction to the Wonderful World of Toys
Tuesday April 17th at 6:15pm
Facilitated by Maggie Haywood
"What is it? What do I do with it? Where do I put it" A friendly
introduction.
Maggie will be discussing dildos, vibrators, harnesses, sensation toys,
lube
and other slippery stuff. This workshop will give the toy novice a
chance to
learn about different toys in a relaxed atmosphere. One hour plus time
for
questions and discussions.
For everyone
Sex Toys 201
Tuesday April 24th at 6:15pm
Facilitated by Shelley Taylor and Sara
Not for the novice, the group can decide what areas they would like to
cover in more detail. More of an interactive discussion than a workshop.
For everyone
Up Yours: Anal Pleasure and Health
Monday May 7th at 6:15pm
Facilitated by Maggie Haywood
Make friends with your butt, your friend's butt too! Join Maggie in
dispelling some of the myths and cultural taboos surrounding anal play.
This workshop will address lubricant, toys, safety and general anal
health.
For everyone
Toys For Boys
Monday May 21st 6:15pm
Facilitated by Steve McCullough
Join Steve for an introduction to sex toys for men. Steve will be
covering
basic male anatomy as well as discussing the joys of masturbators, cock
rings, anal play, lube and more.
Men only
NEWS FLASH!!! Venus Envy now open in Ottawa!!
Visiting the capital but forgot to pack your vibrator? Venus Envy now has a second location at 110 Parent St., just off Murray Street in the Byward Market. Call us at (613) 789-4646, or drop in!
You can also order products directly from us on-line at www.venusenvy.ca
Art at Venus Envy
March: Drawing by Kim Dawn
April: Jolene R. Auloin oil and canvas, exploring sexuality
May: New work by Sue Walsh
Product News
So, it's supposed to be spring! Maybe it doesn't look like it outside yet, but you and your sweetie can make it feel like spring...
Cover your lover in delectable chocolate body paint! Paintable liquid Belgian chocolate. in milk, dark or Irish cream. Comes with paintbrush. $14.95
Also on the sweet side, Kama Sutra Honey Dust is a honey-based edible body powder, scented with honeysuckle. Comes with a silky feather brush for dusting on. $29.95
How about a Little Flirt silicone butt plug, now available in fetching red? $19.95
Or the super-smooth, silky feel and realistic look of the new Butch and Hank silicone dildos (available in chocolate, espresso and vanilla). $69.95; $89.95
Intercourses is a stunning cookbook of aphrodisiac foods, perfect for whipping up a sensual feast. Lots of ideas for the ultimate spring vegetable, asparagus! $37.50
Play with words and create masterpieces of Magnetic Poetry. Erotic, romantic and many other versions available. $29.95
For a steamy bath, you need Aqua erotica , a waterproof book for adults. 18 erotic stories by Carol Queen, Marcy Sheiner and others. $22.50
The Venus Envy Bursary Fund
What is it?
Created in winter 2000 as a way to give something back to the community that supports Venus Envy, the Bursary Fund aims to support women in need who wish to further their education. We raise money through dances, concerts and other local events, sales of pins at the store, and through private donations. In the fall of 2000 we awarded bursaries totaling $2100 to three women. The Venus Envy Bursary Society is currently registered as a charitable society (which means that we donate all the money we raise), but unfortunately we are not yet able to issue receipts for taxation purposes.
How do I apply?
The Venus Envy Bursary fund will be made available to any woman who has been accepted into any program in Nova Scotia which issues a degree, certificate or diploma . The applications are available online, as well as at the store. You can also pick up a form at women's centres, universities and community colleges, and social services agencies around Nova Scotia. The application contains questions about the applicant's financial need, experience, and proposed program of study. The successful applicants will be chosen by a selection committee of 5-7 women who will consider primarily the applicant's need, with secondary consideration given to her commitment to the women's community, and to her perceived ability to complete the year.
Your application consists of a statement about you, your program, and your needs. We provide a checklist that should accompany your application, and will assure you that your application is complete. Only complete applications will be considered for these awards.
How can I help?
Donations are most welcome! We would like to raise enough money to offer $1000 each to two women in September 2001, and to give bursaries to a greater number of women each year. The more money we can raise, the more women will benefit from the fund. Starting March 2001, Venus Envy will also donate 10% of sales on the first Monday of every month. So come in to the store, buy a pin, make a donation, or sponsor an event in support of the fund! We welcome any and all suggestions from the women's community in general. Please feel free to contact Shelley Taylor at or 422-0004 with your ideas.
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