Sponsored by the Women Innkeepers of Provincetown, MA, Women's Week draws crowds from all over the world. This tiny fishing village is turned into a mecca for both lesbians and straight women, as well as those who just want to join in!
It is a family friendly environment with lots to do all day, every day. From readings by the authors of your favorite novels to paintings by your favorite artists, to comedy by some of the best comedians around, there is plenty to keep you busy.
And, if you prefer more active pursuits, there's kayaking, whale watching and cycling.
Below is a sample of the schedule for the 25th Annual Women's Week celebration (there isnt enough space to show every event, so please follow the link above to see the full event listing and to find out how to pre-book your tickets):
Friday, October 9
9 pm Official Women's Week Opening Party
PiedBar, 193A Commercial Street
DJ Ann Rogers, and free Women's Week T-shirts
Saturday, October 10
2 - 5pm Women's Tea Dance and Deck Party
A Girl Power Event at PiedBar, 193A Commercial Street
Lots of women hanging out together on a deck overlooking the water with great music; sounds like the perfect afternoon to us. Pick up your free Welcome to Women’s Week gift from us.
Sunday, October 11
9 am Provincetown Soccer Classic Tournament XIII
Motta Field, Winslow Street
The Strikers present the 13th annual co-ed, friendly soccer tournament! Players of all skill levels are welcome. Register as an individual for weekend events and soccer play on Sunday.
Tickets include banquet and all weekend activities: $75 before 9/21, $90 after 9/21
1 - 3 pm What's New From Bold Strokes Books
Vixen, 336 Commercial Street
A discussion about How To Get Published! With Kim Baldwin, Erin Dutton, Gill McKnight, Radclyffe, Larkin Rose
Monday, October 12
11 am Provincetown Women: A Walking Tour
Meet in front of Town Hall, 260 Commercial Street
Join historian Richard Olson as he highlights the lives of poets, painters, actresses and more, including many of the locations mentioned in Mary Heaton Vorse's The Time and the Town and Anne Dillard's The May Trees.
Free
8 pm Insatiable Hunger by Meryl Cohn
Wellfleet Harbor Actors Theater (WHAT), 2357 Route 6, Wellfleet
A new musical about love, redemption, and rock 'n roll. Broadway performer Lea Delaria stars as Max Stein, a washed-up, one-hit-wonder rocker, who is about to come face-to-face with her past mistakes.
Tuesday, October 13
10 am - noon Laughter Yoga Workshop with Dian Hamilton
Community Center, 44 BradfordStreet
Laughter exercises all lead to a group laughter meditation. No yoga experience necessary. Led by Dian Hamilton, certified laughter yoga teacher.
Admission: $15
5:30 pm God-des & She
The Post Office Cabaret, 303 Commercial Street
First Ptown appearance! As seen on the L Word, singing their infamous hit "Lick It" # 1 song spot on MTV LOGO with their song "Love You Better"
Priority show seating for all dinner patrons
Wednesday, October 14
2 - 4 pm Simply Love -- All About Romance
Gabriel's at the Ashbrooke Inn, 102 Bradford Street
Moderator Lea Santos, I. Beacham, Erin Dutton, Lisa Girolami, Bobbi Marolt. Signature Pieces: Authors Read Favorite Scenes
Kim Baldwin, Gabrielle Goldsby, Clifford Henderson, Radclyffe, Carsen Taite, MJ Wialliamz
4 - 4:30 pm Book Signing
Now Voyager Bookstore, 357 Commercial Street
I. Beacham, Erin Dutton, Lisa Girolami, Bobbi Marolt, Radclyffe
Thursday, October 15
9 am Seashore Point Golf Tournament!
Join us for a full day of golf, awards dinner, and fun!
1 - 3 pm Bullets and Babes: Romantic Intrigue
Vixen, 336 Commercial Street
Kim Baldwin and Xenia Alexiou, Anne Laughlin, Clara Nipper, VK Powell, Carsen Taite, Ali Vali
4 - 7 pm Girl Seeks Girl
A Girl Power Event at PiedBar, 193A Commercial Street
Get your single self to The Pied for the fastest, friendliest, easiest way for you to meet a mass of other single women! Feeling shy? Don’t worry we’ve got you covered.
4:30 - 6:30 pm Bold Strokes Books Authors Meet & Greet Readers
Vixen, 336 Commercial Street
Friday, October 16
9 - 11 am HOW Lesbian Author Panel: Celebrating 25 Years of Women's Week!
The Crown and Anchor, 247 Commercial Street
Lesbian literature tells the stories of our lives: come hear distinguished panelists Fay Jacobs, Lee Lynch, Leslea Newman, and Radclyffe in this benefit for Helping Our Women.
Admission: $10 donation to HOW
2 - 2:30 pm Book Signing
Now Voyager Bookstore, 357 Commercial Street
Kim Baldwin and Xenia Alexiou, I. Beacham, Bobbi Marolt, Colette Moody, VK Powell
5 pm Sunset Jazz Cruise with Zoe Lewis!
Aboard the Viking Princess, leave from MacMillan Pier
Float in bliss around the Ptown bay to jazz crooning, ivory tickling, and spectacular views! Advance purchase requested. Nibbles & sodas included, BYOB!
Tickets: $26
Saturday, October 17
12:30 - 2 pm Lust, Dust, and Leather
Gabriel's at the Ashbrooke Inn, 102 Bradford Street
Erotica and Romance Readings by Dalia Craig, Charlotte Dare, Dejay, Sacchi Green, Victoria Oldham, Radclyffe, Cecilia Tan, Anna Watson
2:15 - 3 pm Book Signing
Now Voyager Bookstore, 357 Commercial Street
Dalia Craig, Charlotte Dare, Dejay, Sacchi Green, Victoria Oldham, Radclyffe, Cecilia Tan, Anna Watson
3 - 5 pm Bold Strokes Books Finale
Gabriel's at the Ashbrooke Inn, 102 Bradford Street
Snippets & Teasers: Sneak Previews: Authors read, sign & chat. Kim Baldwin, Xenia Alexiou, Sophia Kell Hagin, Clifford Henderson, Anne Laughlin, Lee Lynch, Leslea Newman, VK Powell, Rachel Spangler, Carsen Taite, PJ Trebelhorn, Ali Vali
Sunday, October 18
1 pm Maggie Cassella "Because I Said So 2009"
The Post Office Cabaret, 303 Commercial Street
The Daily Show on speed and estrogen: a wild and hilarious ride through "queer" politics, social issues, and current events.
Priority show seating for all dinner patrons
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