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Did you know we have a real-live filmmaker in our Portland mama midst? Jackie Weissman is producing and directing Rock 'n Roll Mamas, a documentary about the struggle and glory that comes with juggling rock stardom and parenthood. Her subjects include Corin Tucker of Sleater-Kinney and Kristin Hersh of Throwing Muses among others -- all of whom have their own approach to managing their lives as musicians while raising their families.

On Saturday, May 20, 7-10pm, Jackie's throwing a benefit party for the film at the Bettie Ford Lounge. Kick up your heels and keep the Mother's Day spirit going! Zia McCabe of the Dandy Warhols and Tara Dublin of 94/7fm Alternative Portland will be joining Jackie, and the DJ will be spinning exclusively mama-performed tunes. Appetizers compliments of (where else?) Mother's Bistro, and the no-host bar will feature a special martini called "Mother's Little Helper." This promises to be an evening to remember.

Tickets are $25, and all proceeds go toward the making of the film. Visit the website to find out more, watch the movie trailer, or make a donation.

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I just want to say that I have seen several clips from Jackie's documentary and that it's great! It really gets you thinking about how to be a parent AND maintain a creative life.

Posted by: margaret | May 02, 2006 at 10:13 AM

I cannot find any information about where to get tickets to the Bettie Ford/Rock 'n Roll Mamas event. Anyone have any ideas?

Posted by: Zenana | May 03, 2006 at 06:12 PM

Zenana:

Try clicking on the "Shop" link. Or, go to: http://www.rockmamafilms.com/film/component/option,com_phpshop/Itemid,46/

Posted by: urbanMama | May 03, 2006 at 08:24 PM

Tix will also be available at the door.

Posted by: Asha | May 03, 2006 at 09:38 PM

Thanks for your interest in the event. Like Asha and Zenana said, you can get tickets by going to www.rockmamafilms.com and going to the store. I will keep a list of everyone who bought at the door and you'll get checked off when you come in. Or you can just pay at the door.

Please e-mail me at jackie@rockmamafilms.com if you have any questions. I'd be happy to answer them.

Take care.

Jackie

Posted by: Jackie | May 03, 2006 at 09:49 PM

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