Early July Events Calendar

We host events nearly every night. And as always, you will not be turned away from an event at Bluestockings for having empty pockets.

Wednesday, July 1st @7PM - Free
Reading: Beverly Naidus “Arts for Change”
How can polarized groups work together to solve social and environmental problems? How can art be used to raise consciousness? In her book “Arts for Change: Teaching Outside the Frame,” Beverly Naidus takes a provocative, personal look at the motivations and challenges of teaching socially engaged arts.

Thursday, July 2nd @ 5:30PM - Free
Reading: Meem “Bareed Mista3jil”
Please join supporters for the release of “Bareed Mista3jil: True Stories, a collection of 40 stories by Lebanese women who are not heterosexual. The anonymous contributors are lesbian, bisexual, queer, transgender, and questioning. Their stories touch on personal experiences, such as self-discovery, religion, sex, activism, and community. This remarkable book was published by Meem (www.meemgroup.org), a LGBTQ community in Beirut.

Thursday, July 2nd @ 7PM - Free
Reading: Michael Muhammad Knight “Osama Van Halen”
Knight’s work has been censored, boycotted, confiscated, and threatened with legal action. Come hear him read from his new book, “Osama Van Halen”, the fantastical, satirical follow-up to the cult underground classic, “The Taqwacores”, which helped spur the Taqwacore Muslim punk subculture.

Friday, July 3rd @ 7PM - $5 Suggested
Presentation: Andrew Faust “Permaculture”
As the founder of The Center for Bioregional Living and with nearly two decades of experience in working with local communities, Andrew Faust has watched the growing interest in organics and local foods movements. Join Faust for a discussion on the cultural changes that these interests suggest as he addresses how permaculture projects produce paradigm shifts in local autonomy and public health.

Sunday, July 5th @ 2:30PM - Free
Feminist Book Club: Incite’s “The Color of Violence”
The Feminist Book Club reads and discusses feminism. We make no claim about what feminism is or whom it serves, and are not a forum for any particular feminist platform. Rather, we rely on feminism(s). We read theoretical texts, literature and primary works. We welcome all genders, political persuasions, and levels of familiarity. We meet on the first Sunday of each month. Chosen by consensus, this month’s book (available at Bluestockings) is “The Color of Violence.” Contact feministbookclub@bluestockings.com for more information.

Sunday, July 5th @ 7PM - $5 Suggested
Performance: Jenn Friedman “You Are Not Alone 2″
Come out for a recital by Jenn Friedman and release celebration for “You Are Not Alone 2,” an anthology of words and music about eating disorders and recovery. Jenn Friedman is a Brooklyn-based musician and her story and songs document the before, during and after of her eating disorder.

Monday, July 6th @7PM - Free
Reading: Ryan Grim “This Is Your Country On Drugs”
Americans get high a lot. In fact, America’s recreational (and medical!) drug usage is significantly above that of other industrialized nations. Americans are also go to jail a lot. We are the most imprisoned people in the world. Join Ryan Grim for a reading from “This Is Your Country On Drugs: The Secret History of Getting High in America”, in which he explores drug trends and futile government policies.

Tuesday, July 7th @ 7PM - Free
Reading: Radha McLean “The Green Pregnancy Diet”
Adopting a meat-free and organic diet during pregnancy is good for mommy, baby, and the planet. Join Radha McLean, author of the newly published “The Green Pregnancy Diet” for a reading and discussion of practical and healthful recipes that are deliciously good for us all.

Wednesday, July 8th @ 7PM - $5 Suggested
Performance: Reverend Jen “Live Nude Elf”
With Janeane Garofalo and Faceboy!
Art, Elfishness, and longtime Lower East Sider are elements of Reverend Jen’s fabulosity. Tonight, she shines along with art star Faceboy and superstar Janeane Garofalo. Reverend Jen will read from her new book “Live Nude Elf: The Sexperiments of Reverend Jen,” and will be signing books and body parts. Faceboy reads from his hilarious essays and Janeane Garofalo will be doing some deep shtick.

Thursday, July 9th @ 7PM - Free
Reading: Thomas Maier “Masters of Sex”
Welcome Thomas Maier as discusses “Masters of Sex: The Life and Times of William Masters and Virginia Johnson,” his book about the couple who revolutionized the scientific and popular view of sex. In the 1960-70’s, Masters and Johnson’s studies made headlines, but their work on female sexuality, their advocacy of sexual freedoms, and their treatments for infertility are still with us today. Now, 50 years later, Maier provides new and shocking revelations about the goings on at their lab and in their marriage.