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September 2004 . contents
Venus Envy Advisor
Welcome back Students
Upcoming Workshops
New Stuff
Art Shows
Community Events
Venus Envy Advisor
The one and only Patrick Califia has agreed to be our sex and relationships oracle and answer questions submitted by visitors to our web site. We're taking questions as of right now; look for his weekly responses starting at the beginning of October.
Patrick is a well-known sex-radical activist, writer of cutting-edge erotica, and family therapist. He has been an advice columnist for both The Advocate and Girlfriends magazines.
If you've read his collected advice columns in The Advocate Adviser, or his trenchant personal/political essays in Public Sex, Sex Changes, or Speaking Sex to Power, you'll know that Patrick is well-informed about the vagaries of the human heart, the mysteries of the libido, and how to pursue your desires—whatever they may be—safely, responsibly, and passionately.
Come on down to the website at www.venusenvy.ca/advisor and ask away!
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Welcome Back Students!
It's an exciting time of year, everyone getting back to classes and other projects. Venus Envy has decided to make going back to school even more exciting! All students now receive 10% off all toys (except leather gear) all year round. As well, students, seniors and the under-employed can attend any of our workshops for ten bucks instead of fifteen.
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Upcoming Workshops
- Workshops are held at the store (1598 Barrington St., Halifax).
- All participants must be 18 or older.
- All workshops are $15 unless otherwise specified. Sliding scale available.
- Participants save 10% on any purchases made after a workshop.
- Pre-registration is required, as we have limited space and many workshops sell out.
- Workshops begin at 6:15pm unless otherwise specified. Plan to arrive early so we can start on time.
- Some workshops specify an audience (women or men, for instance). "Women" includes trans women; "men" includes trans men.
| September 4, 2004 For everyone |
Sex Toys 101: An Introduction to the Wonderful World of Toys |
| "What is it? What do I do with it? Where do I put it?" Anatomy, vibrators, dildos, lube and other slippery stuff: this workshop will give toy novices a chance to learn about different toys in a relaxed atmosphere. 1.5 hours |
| September 20, 2004 For women |
Sex For One |
| In this hands-off workshop we will talk about some reasons for masturbating, breathing and other techniques for better orgasms, toys for playing alone, lube and other slippery stuff, anatomy, and books about masturbation as well as good one-handed reads. 1.5 hours |
| September 28, 2004 For everyone |
G marks the Spot |
| Everything you've always wanted to know about the not-so-elusive G-Spot! We will cover history, anatomy, ejaculation and practical g-spotting tips. 1.5 hours |
| October 6, 2004 For everyone |
Toys For Boys |
| Join us for an introduction to sex toys for men. We will be covering basic male anatomy as well as discussing the joys of masturbators, cock rings, anal play, lube and more! 1.5 hours |
| October 20, 2004 For everyone |
Going Down: A Guide to Cunnilingus |
| This workshop will cover anatomy, technique, communication skills and tricks to please your lady with your lips. And tongue, and teeth, and... 1.5 hours |
| October 25, 2004 For everyone |
Caning Workshop |
| How to start and develop confidence using a cane. This workshop will include playing safe playing and planning techniques as well as demonstrations of techniques. 1.5 hours |
| October 27, 2004 For women |
Alternative Menstrual Care |
| Find out why regular tampons and pads are bad for you and for the environment. Learn about the Keeper, washable pads, sponges and more. Includes information about natural antidotes to PMS-related discomfort and a pattern to make your own washable pads! 1.5 hours |
| November 3, 2004 For everyone |
Going Down: A Guide to Fellatio |
| If you're interested in licking boys' bits, but aren't sure where to start or what to do once you get going, this workshop is for you. From basic anatomy to tips for the advanced, this workshop will cover a wide range of information about giving head. 1.5 hours |
| November 17, 2004 For everyone |
Sex Toys 201: Further Adventures |
| Sex toy tips and ideas beyond the basics, including fun things to do with household items. 1.5 hours |
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New Stuff
Flash
Dual vibe, jelly vinyl, translucent pink, $119.95
This new dual vibe will light up your life! Along with the changing light show comes a bendable shaft, tracked beads for lots of friction and a slightly more gentle vibrator than many of the dual vibes on the market. It also reverses direction at the push of a button!
Titan
Plastic vibrator, $34.95
If you ever wished that the Water Dancer was just that much stronger, your wish has now been granted. A little longer, a little louder, a heck of a lot more power.
Billy Down (small)
100% silicone butt plug, $34.95
A fantastic new silicone plug made by Happy Valley Toys right here in Canada. On the smaller side with great grip and a rectangular base, this little fella was made to stay in place comfortably.
Randy
100% silicone dildo, $99.95
The biggest dildo we carry; it's hard not to feel reverent in front of Randy. In a playful, but completely serious way, of course. Randy is short and fat and bigger than you might even be imagining!
Mr. Right Packer
100% silicone packing dil, $69.95
For all you gender benders who are sick of their dicks wearing out so soon, Mr. Right's silicone nature makes him durable enough for everyday wear. He's ultra-realistic to boot, so he'll put a little swagger in your swing.
O'My Clitoral Stimulating Gel
1 ml, $3.95; 14 ml, $19.95
The menthol in this gel will make the blood rush to your clit. And that's never a bad thing. Give yourself a head start with just a dab and a rub!
Bliss Lube
4 oz - $13.95
This is a petroleum- and paraben-free lube designed to maintain the pH balance of your coochie. Slick and long-lasting with a hint of vanilla
The Toy Bag Guides
books, $13.99 each
New from Greenery Press, the Toy Bag Guide series has started off with four subjects: Canes and Caning, Clips and Clamps, Hot Wax and Temperature Play, and Dungeon Emergencies and Supplies. For each of the play topics, there's a brief introduction to why one might want to, say, drop hot liquid over one's beloved. Each book also has a section on safety concerns and some tips on technique and equipment. Dungeon Emergencies and Supplies has several chapters detailing common problems, and would be a handy reference book for any dungeon (portable or permanent). A welcome addition to the Greenery line of books.
Sweet Action Magazine - Porn for Girls
Issue #2, $11.95
Finally, a magazine for straight girls filled with all those lanky hipster boys you already know or want to know. Tattoos, messy hair and big dicks, music reviews, interviews, and pot recipes; Sweet Action has it all.
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Art shows
September
Hannah Gillam
Untitled works; pen & ink drawing, watercolour and oils.
October
Singing Grass
Channelling feminine spirituality through abstract colour and texture.
Art opening Monday, October 4th at 6pm.
November
Nardin Friis, "As I See It"
Nardin likes taking pictures. She is a Halifax-based photographer concerned with documenting her everyday life. These are those people, places and things, and how she sees them.
December
Victoria Walsh, "EyeMaid"
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Community Events
Saturday, September 11, 8pm - 1am
Women's Autumn Equinox Dance
featuring DJ Daisey M.
CFB Halifax Curling Club (Connally St., off Windsor)
$7 in advance (tickets available at Venus Envy), $9 at the door
For more information, or request music, call 433-1602 or email daiseym@ns.sympatico.ca
Sunday, September 19th, 11am-5pm
Word on the Street
Please join us at Halifax's 10th Annual Word on the Street. Families and fans of all ages will enjoy books, magazines, activities, performers and author readings. There will be plenty to see and do at this year's festival, and best of all, the festival and all of its events are FREE!
For more information, visit www.thewordonthestreet.ca/halifax.php
We're pleased to have these authors signing at our booth:
Nicole Lundrigan 11:30am
Leslie Anne Bourne 12:30pm
Nellie Strowbridge 2:00pm
Sue Goyette 2:45pm
Kathy-Diane Leveille 3:30pm
Fri-Sun., September 17, 18, 19
"Freeschooling Our Lives": Choices in Learning and Education
Mik'maq Native Friendship Centre, 2158 Gottingen Street
A weekend of workshops and discussions about problems with and alternatives to our mainstream education system. Speakers include Matt Hern and Wendy Priesnitz.
For more information visit: www.halifaxfreeschool.ca/conference.htm
Wednesday, September 22
Dyke Night V at Sea Dog's
Sea Dog's Sauna & Spa, 2199 Gottingen
It's ladies night at the bathouse! Grab your swim trunks (optional) and head down to Sea Dogs to check out the sauna, hot tub, play room, and of course, the girls.
$12, advance tickets only, contact Venus Envy or Sea Dog's
Co-sponsored by Venus Envy.
For more information check out www.seadogs.ca. Also, keep abreast of upcoming events and share your stories! Sign up for the Halifax Bathhouse newsgroup groups.yahoo.com/ group/ HfxDykeBathhouse/
Sunday, September 26
AIDS Walk Halifax
Walk begins at 2:00pm on the Halifax Commons
For more information visit www.acns.ns.ca/AIDSWALKintro.htm
Sunday, September 26, 8pm
Potluck
NRG, 2099 Gottingen St.
Potluck is a night for girls and bois; an evening of dancing, drag kings, burlesque ladies and more... all you need to bring are your dancing shoes.
Sponsored by Venus Envy
Fri.-Sun., October 14-16
The Laramie Project
Club Vortex - 2215 Gottingen Street
Moisés Kaufman and New York's Tectonic Theater Project
Performed by Menial Sins Theatre Company
Evening show at 8pm, Oct. 14 & 15; afternoon show 2pm, Oct. 16
Admission $5.00
Saturday & Sunday, October 16 & 17
6th Annual Nova Scotia Health Show
Halifax Forum - Multi Purpose Centre (Windsor & Young Streets)
Saturday 9:30am - 5pm
Sunday, 10am - 5pm
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