This is big, folks. On June 12th in New York City, we're holding the biggest bash we've ever had in celebration of our five year anniversary and in efforts to fundraise for the blog.
Because of the recession, we've lost a lot of dough in advertising (as most blogs have), so we're putting together a huge Feministing fundraiser for readers, friends and feminists alike to have some cocktails, enjoy some great entertainment, and help support the site and its growth. As longtime readers may already know, we blogged for free during the first four years Feministing existed, and only in the last six months had begun to dip into our ad revenue to pay ourselves small stipends and spend the money in more ways to make Feministing the best blog it can possibly be.
With that being said, we know that times aren't easy for everyone else either, so this party is going to be worth the price, we promise! We're going to have drink tickets, light bites and a fantastic line-up of entertainment and special guests, including:
The famous and fabulous Mr. Showbiz, Murray Hill! (swoon!) Awesome indie band, BoySkout Willie Mae Rock Camp for Girls camper band, Saffire DJ Tikka Masala will be bringing us some great hip hop beats A special guest appearance by the amazing almighty Kathleen Hanna of Le Tigre and Bikini Kill! (full blown pass out)
This is our first big fundraising event ever, so please spread the word, buy tickets, and come party with us! And for folks who can't make it, you can still buy tickets for us to raffle off on the site to readers who can attend but may not be able to afford a ticket.
Click here for party details and tickets!
Click here for our Facebook event.
P.S. This was a huge upset for us while planning the party, but the venue we're holding the party at doesn't allow folks under 21 years old. We tried our very best, but it's very difficult to find a space that's affordable and big enough in the city that has the permit to do that. So in response, our next month's NYC happy hour is going to be a special one specifically for our under 21+ readers - because we know that you largely make this site what it is. More details to come.
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This looks AMAZING. Local folks, I hope you have a blast! Midwesterners: I think it's time we break out the private jets.
Grrrr.. I was SO excited for this too. This 21+ business kills me everytime. Only one more year and I'll be able to take over the world! Just kidding, looks awesome and I'm totes jealous I'm not allowed to come. I mean, Kathleen FREAKING Hanna! Anyways, I hope everyone has a great time and congrats on 5 great years, ladies! Looking forward to the pics!
"P.S. This was a huge upset for us while planning the party, but the venue we're holding the party at doesn't allow folks under 21 years old."
*SOBBBBB*
Fuck being.... 17 lmao. I was psyched for Kathleen Hanna too!!!!!
Ugh I know, we're so incredibly bummed about it!! If only we could concoct some sort of elaborate plan to make fake IDs for everyone...
Oh, damn it to hell. Yet another feministing event I cannot attend. :( The only feminist drunk party I've ever been to was at a NOW conference a few years ago, and God, we feminism and alcohol do really mix! Everyone should attend!
Will there be an event in, say, ...November? :) I hope ya'll have fun!
Marc
wahhh im 20!!! why couldnt this fiesta take place after october 12?!?!
i kid. however, i am sad. everyone please have fun for me :o)
SO excited!!
Sooo I am now confused. I bought my tickets though paypal...am I now on a list that is referenced at the door? Do I get them via email? Do I show my paypal confirmation? HALP!
Super! DJ Tikka Masala - I love you!
To be indispensable all! Yes, Yes, Yes!