The 100th anniversary of International Women's Day will be celebrated in Prince George
Tuesday with the annual Jezebel's Jam.
The Northern Women's Centre and Phoenix Transition House will host an energetic evening of live music, poetry and entertainment at the Artspace above Books and Company at 7 p.m.
The evening will showcase many local performers as well as The 100 Wishes Wall where participants can write their 100 wishes for 100 years.
Entertainment includes two local bands, On The House and Cam and Co., Ken Belford and Si Transken will read inspirational poetry, men's and women's Acappella singers from UNBC, Pattama Poonuan playing the Thai xylophone and belly dancing by Zhahira Middle Eastern Belly Dancing as well as a stand up comedian, short story reader, and a pianist.
The event is free, and donations are appreciated, but not required. All proceeds support the Northern Women's Centre and the Phoenix Transition House. The event provides potluck appetizers and desserts and child minding. Everyone is welcome.
The idea of an International Women's Day began in the early 1900s when the industrialized world was in a period of expansion and turbulence, booming population growth and radical ideologies.
In its various ways, ranging from a communist holiday to the U.N sponsored event, International Women's Day has been celebrated for about 100 years.
Annually on March 8, thousands of events are held throughout the world to inspire women and celebrate their achievements. These events range from political rallies, business conferences, government activities and networking events through local women's craft markets, theatrical performances and much more! Come out and help support the women and children in your community.
For more information call Sarah Boyd-Noel at 250-960-5632 or e-mail: empower@unbc.ca
