Finally out of the February blues and into March! Last month seemed to drag on and on, with more and more snow piling on as the weeks went by. We’re going to stay optimistic and hope the worst of it is over. Regardless, there were some great events in February, and even more are coming up in March. Plus, with my birthday in the next two weeks, no one is more excited than I am to buy some new spring clothes and check out some of these awesome events!
Start your Sunday right by celebrating International Women’s Day at Safeguards annual celebration, 260 S. Broad St., 10th floor. International Women’s Day, technically March 8, recognizes the ongoing need to support equality and justice for all women and girls. The celebration by Safeguards Project includes spoken word, singing, dance performances and vendors. Workshops will be presented by Gay and Lesbian AIDS Education Initiative, UPenn, COLOURS Inc., Positive Women’s Network and The Womyn’s Village. The events run from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. March 7 and it’s not too late to get a table! Write to [email protected] for details.
Also on March 7, join Vitamin D Productions for the 11th annual “Womynsfest” at The Rotunda, 4014 Walnut St. “Womynsfest” showcases fantastic womyn in bands and is an all-ages event. Each band performs for 15 minutes or longer, with performances running 7:30-11 p.m. Definitely a chill way to spend a Sunday night. Best part, it’s free! For more information, e-mail [email protected].
“Flashdance” is set to explode on the scene March 12 at Marbar, 200 S. 40th St. This new dance party boasts the motto, “Music for girls, played by girls.” The party kicks off at 9 p.m. with DJs Aasha Adore, Gun$ Garcia, Lady Prowl and Battleaxebaby rotating throughout the night. If you get in by 10, there’s no cover; there’s a $5 cover the rest of the night. Dance shy? Not to worry: There’s even going to be a mini-market at the party, so you’ll be kept busy regardless of what you’re into!
On March 13, join Stimulus hosts Amber and Morgan as they launch their new party, “Arouse.” The new event takes place at Marathon Grill at 1818 Market St. The producers promise different monthly DJs as well as rotating music styles, including house, hip-hop, salsa and reggae. Cover for the party is $5, with proceeds from the event going to Mazzoni Center. This month, house music is on the agenda with DJs Jivey and JD.
And on March 14, join Ladies2000 at their annual St. Patrick’s Day bash at Taylor’s, 2310 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, N.J. The party starts at 3 p.m. and goes ’til 9 p.m. with music by DJ Steve Singer. Even though Taylor’s is located just over the bridge, you can always expect a big crowd of both Philly and Jersey girls! Also, $1 drinks will be available from 3-4 p.m., plus an amazing Irish-themed buffet. More information can be found at www.ladies2000.com.
Hopefully, we’ll run into each other out and about over the next few weeks. If we do, please let me know if I’m missing an event that you love or support and I’ll definitely check it out. Until next time, stay warm, stay positive and keep that summer countdown going!
Tracy Buchholz is an LGBTQ party producer-promoter in Philadelphia. She can be reached at [email protected].