Los Angeles: The Alliance for Women in Media is holding its annual event honoring the most realistic and faceted portrayals of women in the media. This year’s “Gracie” winners include Alfre Woodard, Claire Danes, Betty White and the Rachel Maddow-hosted special “The Assassination of Dr. Tiller.“May 24-25, The Beverly Hilton, 9876 Wilshire Boulevard, Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Toronto: Who doesn’t love a little bowling and activism? The International Gay Bowling Organization is holding a tournament this week. May 25-30, Classic Bowl, 3055 Dundas Street West, Mississauga, ON L5L 3R8, Canada
Madison, Wisc.: Examining the intersection between science fiction and feminism, the 35th WisCon will be held this weekend. The Guest of Honor will be award-winning speculative-fiction writer and frequent Ms. book reviewer Nisi Shawl. Spots are limited, so make a reservation today! May 26-30, The Concourse Hotel, 1 West Dayton Street
Hartford, Conn.: Catch the opening night of the 24th Connecticut Gay and Lesbian Film Festival! May 26-June 4, Cinestudio, 300 Summit St., Trinity College
Riverside, Calif.: Whatever you are wearing, rape is never justified. Join other supporters for the Riverside SlutWalk this Saturday. Go the the SlutWalk Satellite website to find a walk near you! May 28, 1:30pm-4:30pm, Riverside Public Library, 3581 Mission Inn Avenue
Everywhere: The International Museum of Women, in collaboration with Miriam College and Ayala Museum, is launching a new online exhibition, Young Women Speaking the Economy. Find out what young women from Denmark, the Philippines, Sudan, and the United States think about the economic crisis and how to solve it.
If you know of any other feminist events this week, post them in the comments. If you have an upcoming event to feature, email me at mburgoyne@msmagazine.com.
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