York International Women's Week

6-13th March

JOINING WITH OUR SISTERS AROUND THE WORLD!

Once more the women of York are coming together to celebrate International Women's Week, Saturday 6th - Saturday 13th March, and are offering over 30 events for everyone to enjoy. The programme will be on the streets in the week beginning 8th February and is now on the web at www.yorkwomen.org.uk.

What Happens?

There are a variety of workshops:
* Poetry Presentation with Pauline, Sue and Rose at York St John
* Creative Writing with Sharon at Gray's Court and El Piano with refreshments thrown in
* Voice with Maggi and Indian Singing with Mary
* Laughter with Terry Anne

Don't miss the Settlement Players' production of Chekhov's "Three Sisters" at the Theatre Royal, or the City Screen showing of the powerful and award-winning film "Snow" which deals with the aftermath of the Bosnian war and its effect on women and children.

If you prefer more easily digested fare, then why not join Sharmini as she creates a tasty Mother's Day brunch, or create a fairy-tale hand puppet out of felt with Vivienne at the Steiner School?

Fancy some Tai Chi in Museum Gardens, or Yoga for pregnancy or weight loss, or a good swim? Then have a good look at the programme and choose your time. YorkWalk is offering 2 guided walks around the city for IWW on the themes of Women in York History and Literary Women in York.

At King's Manor, Professor the Baroness Afshar will be examining the current Equality Bill, Heather Stroud will be sharing her experiences with the Viva Palestina convoy which broke the siege of Gaza in January, and Devi Sorefan will be talking about the Iwokrama Rainforest Project and its effect on climate change.

In the city centre enjoy the busking of the Mainstreet Sound Ladies Barbershop Chorus and don't forget that York's Fairtrade Market will be on during the first weekend of IWW.

The women of York have much to share and invite you to participate in this annual event.

Contact Details

For the full programme see www.yorkwomen.org.uk or pick up a copy at city outlets from the week beginning 8th February.