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Lesbian events, groups and organisations in Avon & Somerset inc Bristol and Bath
November
Tue 11th November - Sat 22nd November 2008 - 'Metal Remains' Alma Tavern, Alma Vale Road, Bristol
A new play by Natalie McGrath. A soldier is posted to Iraq and her lover mourns her departure. A mother searches desperately for her son and a daughter becomes consumed by the beauty of the desert. Four women, all caught up in the crossfire search for personal liberation, understanding, hope and love. As unstoppable forces collide, brutality and tenderness meet.
You can book your ticket online at www.almataverntheatre.co.uk, by phone on 0117 946 7899 or in person at the bar.
Thursday 20th November - Planet Amoeba - Amoeba Bar, Kings Road, Clifton
We will be spoilt rotten by having one of the very best Reggae DJ's in Bristol spinning the grooves - the fabulous DJ Skylion.
Thursday 20th November 2008 - Bristol Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Forum, Annual General Meeting, RM 15, Council House, College Green, Bristol. 6:00 - 9:00 pm
All are welcome and the venue is fully accessible.
Please contact Toni to book a place if you are coming and tell her your access needs and dietary requirements :
Phone : 0117 352 5633 (Wed and Thurs only) or leave a message on the answerphone
Email : admin(at)bristol-lgb-forum.org.uk
Post : Bristol LGB Forum, Create Centre, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN
Wednesday 25th November - LGB History of Bristol Meeting, Council House, College Green, Bristol. 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Something to say for posterity? Want to help record our story? Come to the LGB History of Bristol's opening gathering. lgbhistoryofbristol(at)gmx.co.uk for further information.
Wednesday 26th November - Lucky Lady Club - Hausbar - 52 Upper Belgrave Road, Clifton, Bristol. 8pm-12
A social evening for women who like women.
Thursday 27th November, 7pm onwards - Launching a new Queer Cafe @ kebele social centre, 14 Robertson Road, Easton, Bristol BS5 6JY. www.kebelecoop.org
We are a small group of queers in Bristol and we want to start creating DIY alternatives to Bristol's mainstream gay scene. We feel that Bristol is drastically lacking in explicitly queer spaces.
We want spaces that don't repress and constrain our sexualities, where we can hang out, create, organise, skillshare, flirt, watch films or perform without someone making a profit...
We'd like a space where we can actually communicate with each other, a space away from the Bristol gay meat market.
Queer doesn't necessarily mean gay, or bi. "Queer" has different meanings to different people. To some people "queer" means an identity that cannot be contained in existing labels of "homo", "bi", "trans", "lesbian". To other people it means making gender and sexuality definitions void. It is inclusive of, but not limited to trans, bi, lesbian, BDSM, gay, asexual, genderqueers, drag kings, mtf, femmes, queerbois, dykes, ftm, drag queens, butches...
Ffi contact: aveganhaggis(at)gmail.com
Programme: 7pm open. 8pm discussion: Creating queer spaces in Bristol
9pm(ish): Film screening - XXY (Argentina, 2007), the story of an intersex teenager
Saturday 29th November - Ballroom Workshop (Gay friendly), St Werburgh's Community Centre, Bristol. 10am-1pm
Cost: £15 (£12 if paid in advance by 21st November)
Spotlight on two dances (waltz and quickstep) with an introduction to other ballroom dances (foxtrot, tango). Open to complete beginners as well as those who have done a few classes and wish to practice with a small group in a friendly environment. Aimed at people who would like to successfully (and gracefully) get round the floor at increasingly popular social dances such as those at the Rivoli Ballroom. Includes steps, moves, technique, partner dancing, choose between leading and following or both. Includes practice time. Everyone welcome, no partner needed. Wear smooth soled shoes. (Not women only, but gay friendly)
For further information tel: 07786063634 or email salsa.workshop(at)blueyonder.co.uk
Sunday 30th November - Latin Workshop (Gay friendly), St Werburgh's Community Centre, Bristol. 10am-1pm
Cost: £15 (£12 if paid in advance by 21st November)
Spotlight on three dances (cha cha, jive and rumba) with an introduction to other latin dances (samba, bossa nova). Open to complete beginners as well as those who have done a few classes and wish to practice with a small group in a friendly environment. Aimed at people who would like to do be able to do these dances in a range of social dancing situations. Includes steps, moves, technique, partner dancing, choose between leading and following or both. Includes practice time. Everyone welcome, no partner needed. Wear smooth soled shoes. (Not women only, but gay friendly)
For further information tel: 07786063634 or email salsa.workshop(at)blueyonder.co.uk
December
Thursday 4 December 8pm - Lea DeLaria - St George’s Bristol
Big mouth, big tunes - Jazz singer, Broadway diva, actor, writer and stand-up comic, US-born Lea DeLaria says her personal goal “is to bring bebop jazz back into the lesbian and gay community”.
She’s made three highly acclaimed albums for Warner Bros, appeared as Nurse Carver in hit TV series Will and Grace, featured in films such as The First Wives Club, and Broadway revivals of The Rocky Horror Show, all the while establishing an international reputation as one of the sassiest and swinging-est singers around.
Lea is accompanied by her regular jazz trio of Jeanette Mason, piano, Simon Little, bass, and James Madrin, drums.
‘Every inch a star.’ THE NEW YORK TIMES
£20(£18); £16(£14); £10(£8)
Sat 21st December - Club GU - Bristol's only Gay Girls Club Night @ The Hatchet (upstairs), 27 Frogmore Street, Bristol BS1 5NA
9pm-2am Entry £4, (upstairs - side entrance) check website for more details
Weds 31st December - Liberty presents - women only night @ Toto's Bar, 125 Redcliffe Street, Bristol BS1 6HU. 9pm - 2am
Strictly Ticket Only Event. Pre - Purchased tickets only £10.00, £9.50 Concessions.
Available from www.bristolticketshop.co.uk tel 0117-9299008
Or contact liberty.bristol(at)live.co.uk. 10 % to Freedom Youth
Website
Groups in Bristol
Social
Sociability
is a fairly new online discussion network for women to arrange civilised social activities, organise transport sharing to events, and general sharing of information in Bristol and thereabouts. Activities so far have included cinema visits, dining out, the prospect of an allotment group emerging, and really anything at all that people feel inclined to suggest. If you'd like to join the network, please send you email address to Debra - badasst(at)gmail.com
The Lucky Lady Club.
New event at Hausbar, 52 Upper Belgrave Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2XP
A social evening for women who like women, brought to you in the plush surroundings of the Haus Bar. Contact the Lucky Lady Club for dates or more info theluckyladyclub(at)yahoo.co.uk
Planet Amoeba
Is a new women's night at Amoeba Bar, Kings Road, Clifton planned as a chic night out for lesbians in Bristol with a fantastically friendly atmosphere, great DJ and a lovely ambience. For any further details join the Facebook Group 'Planet Amoeba'.
Pink Herrings is a social group for the more mature lesbian ( well over thirty) who aren't necessarily into the scene type things.... the walking groups are always popular and in the last few months there has been a day at the races, theatre group outings, not the school sports day as well as the social meetings. We meet the first and third thursday of the month at the Watershed in Bristol.
FFI Dot (so she knows to look out for you) on 01179 861529.
Pink Herrings also produce a regular email newsletter of events in the area, get in touch with them if you would like to be on the list.
BLiS (Bath Lesbians into Socialising)
This group is no longer running
Cinema Group Bristol - is now organised as part of sociability - see listing above.
Gaywrite - Women Only book/writing group 1st Wednesday of the month 8.30pm at the Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
see website or e-mail for more info bristolgaywrite(at)yahoo.co.uk
Creative
Sing Out Bristol
Wanted, lesbians who like to sing or have a desire to learn. Sing Out Bristol is a mixed choir of all ranges and abilities who meet every Tuesday evening from 7.30pm-9pm for singing and laughter. For more information call Hannah on: 0117 3003614, or email: singoutbristol(at)googlemail.com. website
Off the Cuff - new female, improvised comedy show workshops. Director Michelle McMorrow (Off the cuff - London, Spank the Phoney & The Jezebelles Bristol) presents the chance to explore your creative and comedic abilities and learn new skills in a supportive and fun environment... where the rules of improvisation releases your creative flow! All women welcome. This group is not currently running, but if you are interested in taking part in future contact Michelle on 0791 941 0919
Do you play a Woodwind or Brass Instrument? Players of all standards wanted to start a Lesbian Wind Band. Ability to read music an advantage but not essential. Clarinet, flute, sax, trumpet, trombone etc. Also drums. So whether you are a regular or long lapsed player e-mail listings(at)missinglesbians.co.uk for more info and join in.
Wanted: Good standard recorder players to start new group,
e-mail platt_8(at)hotmail.com for more info
Walking Groups
Wild Walking Women. A friendly walking group for lesbians. Meeting the second Sunday of every month we walk 6 - 8 miles in and around the Bristol/Bath Area and sometimes a little further a field. We do not always manage a pub on route but you are guaranteed a friendly welcome. Ffi call Fiona 07980 418676
Walking Group - slighly shorter walks than the previous group 4, 5 or 6 miles at a gentle pace. Once a month on a Sunday. For details ring Alison on 0117 9714818 or e-mail aliwatt(at)hotmail.co.uk for more info
South West Walking Group - A new group with regular Saturday walks e-mail sw_walkingwomen(at)yahoo.co.uk for more info
Sports Teams & Groups
Bristol Pathers Football Club
Run Gay and Gay friendly mens and womens teams
website
Women's Ultimate Frisbee Team
(Open to all women)
A new fast paced sport. for more details, or tel 0117 974 2066
or e-mail mellissa_warren(at)hotmail.com for more info
Badminton group
Kingsdown Sports Centre every Saturday from 4pm to 6pm, not a beginners group but you don't have to be brilliant either! Call Alison on 0117 9714818 or e-mail aliwatt(at)hotmail.co.uk for more info
Help and Support
Womens Independent Alcohol Support
A women only group. Run by and for women who have or have had issues with alcohol. It seeks to provide friendship and support, without promoting specific treatment/recovery philosophies.
At present the group meets on a Saturday afternoon in Bristol, but other times and places may be arranged. Although small, this friendly group offers a real alternative to women. It arranges outings and info sessions and provides regular “coffee and biscuit” meetings on Saturday afternoons.
Some members have been alcohol free for many years, others are still struggling with alcohol problems. All women are welcome, but we ask that they do not have a drink before they come. The group can be contacted via The Women’s Alcohol Dependency Project.
Call 0117-373-8797.
Intercom Trust
Intercom is a lesbian gay bisexual and trans community resource in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, providing help against homophobic and transphobic prejudice, crime and discrimination (including bullying, harassment, abuse, attacks, and threatening behaviour), helping to develop the LGB/T communities, providing professional training and consultancy, and working in partnership with local government, the police, health, etc. Visit their website for more details.
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November
Tue 11th November - Sat 22nd November 2008 - 'Metal Remains' Alma Tavern, Alma Vale Road, Bristol
A new play by Natalie McGrath. A soldier is posted to Iraq and her lover mourns her departure. A mother searches desperately for her son and a daughter becomes consumed by the beauty of the desert. Four women, all caught up in the crossfire search for personal liberation, understanding, hope and love. As unstoppable forces collide, brutality and tenderness meet.
You can book your ticket online at www.almataverntheatre.co.uk, by phone on 0117 946 7899 or in person at the bar.
Thursday 20th November - Planet Amoeba - Amoeba Bar, Kings Road, Clifton
We will be spoilt rotten by having one of the very best Reggae DJ's in Bristol spinning the grooves - the fabulous DJ Skylion.
Thursday 20th November 2008 - Bristol Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual Forum, Annual General Meeting, RM 15, Council House, College Green, Bristol. 6:00 - 9:00 pm
All are welcome and the venue is fully accessible.
Please contact Toni to book a place if you are coming and tell her your access needs and dietary requirements :
Phone : 0117 352 5633 (Wed and Thurs only) or leave a message on the answerphone
Email : admin(at)bristol-lgb-forum.org.uk
Post : Bristol LGB Forum, Create Centre, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN
Wednesday 25th November - LGB History of Bristol Meeting, Council House, College Green, Bristol. 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Something to say for posterity? Want to help record our story? Come to the LGB History of Bristol's opening gathering. lgbhistoryofbristol(at)gmx.co.uk for further information.
Wednesday 26th November - Lucky Lady Club - Hausbar - 52 Upper Belgrave Road, Clifton, Bristol. 8pm-12
A social evening for women who like women.
Thursday 27th November, 7pm onwards - Launching a new Queer Cafe @ kebele social centre, 14 Robertson Road, Easton, Bristol BS5 6JY. www.kebelecoop.org
We are a small group of queers in Bristol and we want to start creating DIY alternatives to Bristol's mainstream gay scene. We feel that Bristol is drastically lacking in explicitly queer spaces.
We want spaces that don't repress and constrain our sexualities, where we can hang out, create, organise, skillshare, flirt, watch films or perform without someone making a profit...
We'd like a space where we can actually communicate with each other, a space away from the Bristol gay meat market.
Queer doesn't necessarily mean gay, or bi. "Queer" has different meanings to different people. To some people "queer" means an identity that cannot be contained in existing labels of "homo", "bi", "trans", "lesbian". To other people it means making gender and sexuality definitions void. It is inclusive of, but not limited to trans, bi, lesbian, BDSM, gay, asexual, genderqueers, drag kings, mtf, femmes, queerbois, dykes, ftm, drag queens, butches...
Ffi contact: aveganhaggis(at)gmail.com
Programme: 7pm open. 8pm discussion: Creating queer spaces in Bristol
9pm(ish): Film screening - XXY (Argentina, 2007), the story of an intersex teenager
Saturday 29th November - Ballroom Workshop (Gay friendly), St Werburgh's Community Centre, Bristol. 10am-1pm
Cost: £15 (£12 if paid in advance by 21st November)
Spotlight on two dances (waltz and quickstep) with an introduction to other ballroom dances (foxtrot, tango). Open to complete beginners as well as those who have done a few classes and wish to practice with a small group in a friendly environment. Aimed at people who would like to successfully (and gracefully) get round the floor at increasingly popular social dances such as those at the Rivoli Ballroom. Includes steps, moves, technique, partner dancing, choose between leading and following or both. Includes practice time. Everyone welcome, no partner needed. Wear smooth soled shoes. (Not women only, but gay friendly)
For further information tel: 07786063634 or email salsa.workshop(at)blueyonder.co.uk
Sunday 30th November - Latin Workshop (Gay friendly), St Werburgh's Community Centre, Bristol. 10am-1pm
Cost: £15 (£12 if paid in advance by 21st November)
Spotlight on three dances (cha cha, jive and rumba) with an introduction to other latin dances (samba, bossa nova). Open to complete beginners as well as those who have done a few classes and wish to practice with a small group in a friendly environment. Aimed at people who would like to do be able to do these dances in a range of social dancing situations. Includes steps, moves, technique, partner dancing, choose between leading and following or both. Includes practice time. Everyone welcome, no partner needed. Wear smooth soled shoes. (Not women only, but gay friendly)
For further information tel: 07786063634 or email salsa.workshop(at)blueyonder.co.uk
December
Thursday 4 December 8pm - Lea DeLaria - St George’s Bristol
Big mouth, big tunes - Jazz singer, Broadway diva, actor, writer and stand-up comic, US-born Lea DeLaria says her personal goal “is to bring bebop jazz back into the lesbian and gay community”.
She’s made three highly acclaimed albums for Warner Bros, appeared as Nurse Carver in hit TV series Will and Grace, featured in films such as The First Wives Club, and Broadway revivals of The Rocky Horror Show, all the while establishing an international reputation as one of the sassiest and swinging-est singers around.
Lea is accompanied by her regular jazz trio of Jeanette Mason, piano, Simon Little, bass, and James Madrin, drums.
‘Every inch a star.’ THE NEW YORK TIMES
£20(£18); £16(£14); £10(£8)
Sat 21st December - Club GU - Bristol's only Gay Girls Club Night @ The Hatchet (upstairs), 27 Frogmore Street, Bristol BS1 5NA
9pm-2am Entry £4, (upstairs - side entrance) check website for more details
Weds 31st December - Liberty presents - women only night @ Toto's Bar, 125 Redcliffe Street, Bristol BS1 6HU. 9pm - 2am
Strictly Ticket Only Event. Pre - Purchased tickets only £10.00, £9.50 Concessions.
Available from www.bristolticketshop.co.uk tel 0117-9299008
Or contact liberty.bristol(at)live.co.uk. 10 % to Freedom Youth
Website
Groups in Bristol
Social
Sociability
is a fairly new online discussion network for women to arrange civilised social activities, organise transport sharing to events, and general sharing of information in Bristol and thereabouts. Activities so far have included cinema visits, dining out, the prospect of an allotment group emerging, and really anything at all that people feel inclined to suggest. If you'd like to join the network, please send you email address to Debra - badasst(at)gmail.com
The Lucky Lady Club.
New event at Hausbar, 52 Upper Belgrave Road, Clifton, Bristol BS8 2XP
A social evening for women who like women, brought to you in the plush surroundings of the Haus Bar. Contact the Lucky Lady Club for dates or more info theluckyladyclub(at)yahoo.co.uk
Planet Amoeba
Is a new women's night at Amoeba Bar, Kings Road, Clifton planned as a chic night out for lesbians in Bristol with a fantastically friendly atmosphere, great DJ and a lovely ambience. For any further details join the Facebook Group 'Planet Amoeba'.
Pink Herrings is a social group for the more mature lesbian ( well over thirty) who aren't necessarily into the scene type things.... the walking groups are always popular and in the last few months there has been a day at the races, theatre group outings, not the school sports day as well as the social meetings. We meet the first and third thursday of the month at the Watershed in Bristol.
FFI Dot (so she knows to look out for you) on 01179 861529.
Pink Herrings also produce a regular email newsletter of events in the area, get in touch with them if you would like to be on the list.
BLiS (Bath Lesbians into Socialising)
This group is no longer running
Cinema Group Bristol - is now organised as part of sociability - see listing above.
Gaywrite - Women Only book/writing group 1st Wednesday of the month 8.30pm at the Tobacco Factory, Raleigh Road, Southville, Bristol, BS3 1TF
see website or e-mail for more info bristolgaywrite(at)yahoo.co.uk
Creative
Sing Out Bristol
Wanted, lesbians who like to sing or have a desire to learn. Sing Out Bristol is a mixed choir of all ranges and abilities who meet every Tuesday evening from 7.30pm-9pm for singing and laughter. For more information call Hannah on: 0117 3003614, or email: singoutbristol(at)googlemail.com. website
Off the Cuff - new female, improvised comedy show workshops. Director Michelle McMorrow (Off the cuff - London, Spank the Phoney & The Jezebelles Bristol) presents the chance to explore your creative and comedic abilities and learn new skills in a supportive and fun environment... where the rules of improvisation releases your creative flow! All women welcome. This group is not currently running, but if you are interested in taking part in future contact Michelle on 0791 941 0919
Do you play a Woodwind or Brass Instrument? Players of all standards wanted to start a Lesbian Wind Band. Ability to read music an advantage but not essential. Clarinet, flute, sax, trumpet, trombone etc. Also drums. So whether you are a regular or long lapsed player e-mail listings(at)missinglesbians.co.uk for more info and join in.
Wanted: Good standard recorder players to start new group,
e-mail platt_8(at)hotmail.com for more info
Walking Groups
Wild Walking Women. A friendly walking group for lesbians. Meeting the second Sunday of every month we walk 6 - 8 miles in and around the Bristol/Bath Area and sometimes a little further a field. We do not always manage a pub on route but you are guaranteed a friendly welcome. Ffi call Fiona 07980 418676
Walking Group - slighly shorter walks than the previous group 4, 5 or 6 miles at a gentle pace. Once a month on a Sunday. For details ring Alison on 0117 9714818 or e-mail aliwatt(at)hotmail.co.uk for more info
South West Walking Group - A new group with regular Saturday walks e-mail sw_walkingwomen(at)yahoo.co.uk for more info
Sports Teams & Groups
Bristol Pathers Football Club
Run Gay and Gay friendly mens and womens teams
website
Women's Ultimate Frisbee Team
(Open to all women)
A new fast paced sport. for more details, or tel 0117 974 2066
or e-mail mellissa_warren(at)hotmail.com for more info
Badminton group
Kingsdown Sports Centre every Saturday from 4pm to 6pm, not a beginners group but you don't have to be brilliant either! Call Alison on 0117 9714818 or e-mail aliwatt(at)hotmail.co.uk for more info
Help and Support
Womens Independent Alcohol Support
A women only group. Run by and for women who have or have had issues with alcohol. It seeks to provide friendship and support, without promoting specific treatment/recovery philosophies.
At present the group meets on a Saturday afternoon in Bristol, but other times and places may be arranged. Although small, this friendly group offers a real alternative to women. It arranges outings and info sessions and provides regular “coffee and biscuit” meetings on Saturday afternoons.
Some members have been alcohol free for many years, others are still struggling with alcohol problems. All women are welcome, but we ask that they do not have a drink before they come. The group can be contacted via The Women’s Alcohol Dependency Project.
Call 0117-373-8797.
Intercom Trust
Intercom is a lesbian gay bisexual and trans community resource in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset, providing help against homophobic and transphobic prejudice, crime and discrimination (including bullying, harassment, abuse, attacks, and threatening behaviour), helping to develop the LGB/T communities, providing professional training and consultancy, and working in partnership with local government, the police, health, etc. Visit their website for more details.
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