Favorite Feminist Hangouts?

Do you have a Feminist Bookstore you really love?  Or a cafe that’s ideal for sipping coffee and planning a protest?  Maybe there’s a great advocacy center in a town near you.  I’d love to find out where more pro-women public spaces are – so offer up your suggestions here!

I am particularly interested in places in the D.C. region, as I will be moving there in 2 short weeks and I’d really like to get to know the area.  But in the spirit of the community, I thought we could share some feminist haunts from all over!

So, where would you spend your free time?

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