The Hill Street County Club and Queer Surf Present: 'Gaza Surf Club'
May
9
6:30 PM18:30

The Hill Street County Club and Queer Surf Present: 'Gaza Surf Club'

Come join us at the Hill Street Country Club Thursday, May 9 for a special evening in collaboration with local nonprofit Queer Surf, as we screen the inspiring documentary "Gaza Surf Club" (2016). This film, directed by Philip Gnadt and Mickey Yamine and produced by Little Bridge Pictures, debuted at the 2016 Toronto Film Festival after 5 years of collecting footage on the Mediterranean coast of Palestine. Witness the incredible story of surfers in Gaza who find personal freedom and joy amid enduring occupation and conflict.

We will have food and drinks to purchase including offerings from a local Palestinian vendor. All proceeds from ticket sales will be distributed to organizations and mutual aid funds supporting families in Gaza. Guests are encouraged to donate as they are able.

About Queer Surf

Queer Surf is a California-based community organization aimed at making the ocean more accessible through knowledge sharing and skill building. Founded in 2015 by former professional surfer Kyla Langen and insatiable boogie boarder/mental health professional Nic Brise, Queer Surf reduces barriers and helps the LGBTQ+ community navigate all aspects of ocean recreation. Through a host of programs and events including lessons, clinics, camps, meet-ups, tide-pooling, kayaking, book clubs, and more, Queer Surf builds community and fosters a safer space for nonbinary, trans, and queer people at the coast.

About the HSCC

The Hill Street Country Club (HSCC) The Hill Street Country Club is a non-profit organization dedicated to shaping the growing arts and culture scene in Oceanside and the surrounding North Country region. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse atmosphere that reflects the socioeconomic landscape of our community. To complement the traditional gallery space, we organize pop-up art shops, cultural events, and art workshops around our community.

If you have any questions regarding The Hill Street Country Club or this event, please contact akiko@thehillstreetcountryclub.org


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Dec
2
4:00 PM16:00

We Are All Plastic People Now: Film Screening (West Coast Premiere)

About this event

Join us on Dec. 2nd for a free film screening and panel discussion of the documentary, We Are All Plastic People Now.

Doors Open: 4 PM

About the film: "In an era of throw-away ease, convenience has cost us our well-being. Plastics have been found inside our bodies— in our colons, our brains, and even in mothers’ developing wombs. Scientists around the country are sounding the alarm, but without public buy-in, there is little that can be done. How much evidence do we need before we decide to take action?"

*Light snacks & refreshments will be available

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May
29
6:30 PM18:30

Great Indian Kitchen

Join us for a thought-provoking evening at Hill Street Country Club as we present a FREE Film Screening of The Great Indian Kitchen, hosted by our current exhibiting artist, Chitra Gopalakrishnan!

Film Overview: The Great Indian Kitchen (2021), directed by Jeo Baby, offers a poignant exploration of the often-overlooked labor involved in domestic life. Set against the backdrop of Indian cuisine, this film sheds light on the relentless and invisible work that women undertake in many Indian households, challenging viewers to reconsider the drudgery of housework.

Event Details:

  • Registration: Please register via Eventbrite through the link in our bio to reserve your seat. In-person seating is limited to 15 attendees, and masks are required.

  • Discussion: Following the screening, join us for an engaging discussion with Chitra Gopalakrishnan, where we will delve into the themes and impact of the film.

Chitra Gopalakrishnan’s latest exhibition, Augmented Realities, delves into the multifaceted experience of modern motherhood through compelling self-portraiture.

Artist Statement: Motherhood is a journey marked by profound joy, wonder, and love, but also by vulnerability, pain, and fragility. In this series, I employ botanical analogies to explore these themes, reflecting on isolation, fear, and resilience as experienced in contemporary motherhood. This work is deeply inspired by conversations with the mothers in my life. I aim to shed light on the isolating nature of modern American motherhood and foster a dialogue about community and inter-dependence through my art.

Join us at Hill Street Country Club to experience how Chitra Gopalakrishnan’s personal lens brings to life the nuanced realities of motherhood.

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