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This past Friday, I went to the NYC Sex Bloggers 2009 Calendar Release Party, at the White Rabbit in Soho. The calendar was being sold to raise money to support Sex Work Awareness, an organization that trains sex workers in media skills and educates the public about issues that affect people who work in the sex industry. Calendar models included a number of awesome women within the sex blogging realm, such as Audacia Ray, Jamye Waxman, and Elizabeth Wood . Aside from calendars and free lube, we were treated to burlesque performances, raffles, and homemade cookies. I also came home with this fun toy! What does this have to do with you?

 You can still purchase a calendar here! They look awesome!

Of course, if you'd like to give back in another way, may I suggest Volunteer Match, which allows you to search for volunteer opportunities with a number of criteria. Leave your favorite volunteer organizations and charity causes in the comments!

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