Northwest Leather Calendar
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This information is aimed especially at the Seattle gay
male leather community, but covers events throughout the greater Pacific
Northwest region which may be of interest to other segments of the leather
community as well.
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Events produced by Seattle Men in Leather (and which qualify for Club Colors) are in bold.
The current week’s worth of the following information
is sent out via e-mail on a weekly basis to a number of mailing lists (SML-info, SeattleLeatherMen, PNW_Group, LeatherPDX, BellinghamLeatherMen)
and to a few individuals who repackage it for other lists. If you
know of a mailing list which would welcome this weekly message, or if you
would like to receive and individual copy by e-mail, please contact us.
For corrections and additions, please
contact us.
Please note that the weekly mailing usually goes out on Tuesday night. Items received after 6:00 pm Monday may not make it into the e-mail version of the calendar for that week, but they will still be included in the web version.
Please note that the weekly mailing usually goes out on Tuesday night. Items received after 6:00 pm Monday may not make it into the e-mail version of the calendar for that week, but they will still be included in the web version.
All events are subject to change without notice.
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= Men (usually sex-themed, not specifically leather)
= Fisting
= Leatherboys
= Uniform
= Pride Celebration
= Bikers
= Country-Western Dance
= Rodeo
= Square Dancing
= Bears
= Women (but men are welcome)
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BRMC Day Run
Max’s Bondage Workshop
Rain City Jacks
Puddletown A&C Night
Bootblacking 101
Bear-aoke
Rain Country Board
Van Handymen Social (Van)
West Coast Rubber (Palm Springs)
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Blood, Sweat, and QueersThe following websites were used to gather this information:
Leather Clubs/Organizations (Seattle)
Leather Clubs/Organizations (Elsewhere)
Blackout Leather Productions (Portland)
Boys/Bois in Leather Service — Rose City (Portland)
The Triskeli Guild (Bellingham)
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Leather/Bear/Country Bars
Eagle Portland (Portland)
Leather Loft @ Numbers (Vancouver)
Pumpjack Pub (Vancouver)
Rodeo/CW Dance/Square Dance Groups
Century Ballroom (Seattle)
CnW Dance Productions (Vancouver)
Crystal’s Country Jam (Portland)
Puddletown Squares (Seattle)
Rain Country Dance Association (Seattle)
Rosetown Ramblers (Portland)
Squares Across the Border (Vancouver)
T-100 (Seattle CW Dance List)
Other Clubs/Organizations
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If your group serves the Seattle gay men’s leather community (or other parts of the Pacific Northwest), please contact us to have your events listed.
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February 2012
Westward BoundMaritime Labour Centre (1880 Triumph St., Vancouver, BC) / $175 ($150 for MVK, Sagacity, CSPC, Northwest Leather Alliance, and Portland Leather Alliance members)
Hotel: Holiday Inn Express (2889 East Hastings St., Vancouver, BC)
All of our workshops and parties will take place at the Maritime Labour Centre. There will be parties held both Friday and Saturday nights, in our 5,000 square foot dungeon space. Admission to both play parties is included in the conference ticket. However, if you are unable to attend the conference, tickets for the parties will be sold at the door and we invite you to join us for the parties.
The classes will be structured into four tracks: D/s, Alternative Sexuality, Upper Level Skills (Hell Track) and, of course, Rope . We will have classes that cover a broad range of topics that will be educational and interesting to a wide range of participants… we know that everyone will take away some knowledge or new evil, nasty idea from the line up we are building. We will once again have a vending area, so save your pennies to purchase that perfect something, something! If you are interested in vending at Westward Bound, please email us at contact@westwardbound.org.
Full event schedule (PDF): http://www.dkj-online.com/wb/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Westward-Bound-Schedule-2012-Final.pdf
Leave from Broadway Grill, 9:30 am
Jupiter Hotel Dream Box Room (800 E Burnside, Portland), 2:00-4:00 pm (door @ 1:30 pm) / $10 ($5 for PLA members)
Join us for our monthly hands on educational workshop. This month: Caning with Conrad. There’s more to caning than corporal punishment… it can be sensual as well. Both Tops & bottoms are encouraged to attend!
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 2:30–5:30 pm / $35 (+$10 to attend Bondage is the Point at 6:00 pm)
Theme: Partial Suspension Bondage. Suspension is perhaps the ultimate bondage — exhilarating, dramatic, demanding, and dangerous. This workshop covers "almost" suspension, where the person being tied stays on the floor but with a vertical line taking some of their weight. You’ll learn basic vertical-line techniques and will acquire some of the fundamental skills required for suspension bondage. The workshop covers concepts, equipment, knots useful for suspension, and a number of exciting positions — all with a constant regard for safety. Much of the class will consist of hands-on exercises to help you get familiar with the material in a friendly, low-pressure environment. The emphasis is on learning, having fun, and building confidence. If you can, come with a practice partner . If you don’t have a partner, come anyway and we’ll make sure you get a chance to practice the basic techniques. Rope Bottoms — this is your chance to meet some rope tops — come learn and get tied up! This workshop assumes no previous bondage experience, and is appropriate for all genders and orientations. Please consider this workshop even if you’re already doing suspensions — reviewing the fundamentals can be valuable whatever your skill level.
Cuff Complex, 2:00 pm
Portland Q Center (4115 N Mississippi Ave., Portland), 2:00–3:30 pm / $10
On the first Sunday of every month, representatives of the board of directors and various committees such as BearTown and Camp Oregon Bears gather at the Q Center to meet with the membership. This meeting is very informal and has an open forum format so members can ask questions and board and committee members can help address any issues they might have.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 2:00–5:00 pm (doors close at 3:00 pm) / Price based on membership level ($5 off for CSPC and SML members or students)
Membership Info: http://raincityjacks.org/join.html
Regular group JO event held on the first Sunday afternoon of each month. Members-only event. Rain City Jacks is a private club. New members may enroll at the door during check-in. Valid photo ID required (we accept driver’s license, state ID card, or current passport). Membership available only for adult men, ages 18 and over.
Eagle Portland (835 N Lombard, Portland), 4:00–7:00 pm / $10 ($8 for Oregon Bears members)
Join the Bears for a beer bust after the General Membership Meeting on the first Sunday of every month at our home bar, the Eagle Portland. The bar provides a yummy Bear-B-Q of burgers and hot dogs plus you get to drink all the domestic draft beer you want for a minimal fee.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:00 pm–12:00 midnight / $10 ($5 if attended earlier workshop)
This gathering is set aside for enthusiasts of the visual and sensual aesthetics of bondage; whether by leather restraints, mummification in plastic wrap, or elaborate suspension in sweet-smelling hemp rope. The intent of this experience is to provide a mellow, social lounge atmosphere for bondage that is enjoyable for respectful spectators as well as the participants. Note: Same Sex play is welcome!
The Garden House (2336 15th Ave. S, on Beacon Hill), 7:00–9:00 pm / $5
A2/C1 dancing to digital downloads and live caller Gary Monday. Please RSVP by Friday noon to ensure there will be at least one square of dancers: http://www.doodle.com/q34bykb2ftuph3y3.
St. Michaels’ Anglican (409 E. Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
Hamburger Mary’s (19 NW 5th Ave., Portland), 6:00–9:00 pm
Red Lion Convention Center’s Marquam Ballroom (1021 NE Grand Ave., 6th floor, Portland), 6:00 pm (dinner at Windows Restaurant) 7:00-9:00 pm (meeting)
PLA Board Meetings are open, wheelchair-accessible meetings where everyone is welcome! Please come to meet fellow members, voice opinions, ask questions, and hear community news. Membership is only $10 per year.
Fox & Hounds (217 NW 2nd Ave., Portland), 7:00–9:00 pm
Cooper’s Coffee (6409 SE Stark St., Portland), 7:00–9:00 pm
Don’t drink or go to bars? No problem. Join the Oregon Bears every first Tuesday of the month for a hot cup of joe and some delicious baked goods from Phat Grandma’s Bakery. Coffee, pastries and good company… what more do you need?
St. Michael’s Anglican Church (409 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00–9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne & Bruce
Center for Sex-Positive Culture Main Space, 7:00-8:45 pm / $10 (feeds into the Zenith party, seaparte charge)
Presented by Northwest Community Bootblack 2012 Ruin.
Bootblacking. What is it? Why are people into it? How do you learn to do it properly? Where do you find supplies? If you’ve ever asked yourself any of these questions, this workshop is for you. Through a combination of demonstration and hands-on practice, you will learn the basic how-tos of cleaning and conditioning a boot, while having fun and bringing your own personal style to the experience.
If you want to participate in the hands-on portion of this workshop, please bring the following:
• a pair of black shinable boots
• soap (KIWI Saddle Soap, Neutrogena glycerine soap, etc.)
• a small (3 oz. is enough) spray bottle for water
• dauber or other small brush suitable for scrubbing a boot
• an absorbent cloth for drying the boot
• black shoe polish (KIWI, Lincoln, etc.)
• a rectangular shoe brush
• a soft non-textured cotton rag for polishing (a man’s undershirt works well)
• a nude-colored nylon (knee-high is long enough)
NOTE: With the exception of the boots, all of the above are available at Walgreen’s.
• a pair of black shinable boots
• soap (KIWI Saddle Soap, Neutrogena glycerine soap, etc.)
• a small (3 oz. is enough) spray bottle for water
• dauber or other small brush suitable for scrubbing a boot
• an absorbent cloth for drying the boot
• black shoe polish (KIWI, Lincoln, etc.)
• a rectangular shoe brush
• a soft non-textured cotton rag for polishing (a man’s undershirt works well)
• a nude-colored nylon (knee-high is long enough)
NOTE: With the exception of the boots, all of the above are available at Walgreen’s.
Cuff Complex, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Bear-aoke is hosted by Jonathan Jones. It is a fun-filled night of karaoke performances by our own Bears, visiting Bears, their friends, and partners. Jonathan also hosts a more general audiences karaoke at the Cuff on Thursday nights.
Buffalo Bill’s Whistler (4122 Village Green, Whistler, BC), 9:00 pm–2:00 am/ $15
Part of WinterPride at Whister. Get ready for a Hoedown with our friends at Echo Valley Ranch & Spa as they heat up the dance floor with some great line dancing with a true West Coast flare. Presented by Echo Valley Ranch & Spa, sponsored by Jack Daniel’s, special guest appearance by the Timberline Dance Society and singing sensation Canadian Country recording artist Patrick Masse. DJ Byron James.
Steamworks Seattle, 1:00–7:00 pm / regular Steamworks entry required
You asked for it, so here it is. A play day for those horny bears and bear lovers in the middle of the week.
Trinity United Methodist Church (3915 SE Steele St., Portland), 6:30–9:30 pm
Mainstream Class: 7:00–9:30 pm. Caller: Janet Shannon.
TBD. Theater (address). 7:15 pm showtime (meet 20 minutes before) / $7.50
Movie Site: TBD
Movie Synopsis: TBD
We get together on Wednesday nights (and occasionally on weekends) to see a movie at a local theater. After the movie, join us at a local bar for drinks and fun.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:00–10:00 pm (doors close at 8:00 pm) / Price based on membership level ($5 off for CSPC and SML members or students)
Membership Info: http://raincityjacks.org/join.html
Special “themed” group JO event held on the second Wednesday of each month. Members-only event. Rain City Jacks is a private club. New members may enroll at the door during check-in. Valid photo ID required (we accept driver’s license, state ID card, or current passport). Membership available only for adult men, ages 18 and over. New members check in from 6:45–7:30 pm.
This is special, quarterly event is Rain City Jacks’ own unique theme. Every three months, we play the Countdown! track and provide an easy way for our members to experience a unique group JO experience: simultaneous orgasms and groups of guys bestowing their loads upon a few lucky recipients. If you’ve dreamed of cumming together with more than one guy, you need to check this event out. Edge your cock and release your load with your buddies. There is nothing like it!
Private home in Mt. Baker neighborhood, 7:00–9:00 pm
Directions/RSVP: info@raincountrydance.org
The monthly business meeting for Rain Country, the Puget Sound GLBTQ country-western dance club. All Rain Country members are invited to attend; please RSVP first, to ensure space is available. Potluck snacks.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:00–8:00 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (800 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
Private location (Len’s, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: tapes
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church (NE 80th St. & 1st Ave. NE, in Greenlake), 7:00–9:30 pm
Mainstream lessons, 20 week series.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church (1130 Jervis Street, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:30 pm / $10 donation
Tush Push or Two Step? The choice is up to you. Join us at Vancouver’s newest venue for LGBT dance. We’ll teach you at the beginning of the session and give you an opportunity to dance and hone your skills. All you have to do is show up… there’s always a partner available for you. It’s easy, fun, and most of all gives you chance to meet new people and support your community. A portion of your donation at the door goes to help a Loving Spoonful in Vancouver.
This week: TBD
Milwaukie Grange (12015 SE 22nd Ave., Milwaukie, OR), 7:30–9:30 pm
Advanced dancing. Contact Scott Phillips (scottp@aracnet.com) ahead of time to confirm that a square will be there.
Club Z, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight / Locker or room rental required
$3 off for SML members or those in full leather.
The Fox & Hounds (217 NW 2nd Ave., Portland), 5:00–7:00 pm
Bears work hard all week so come Friday, we’re ready to kick-back with a couple of cool brews or cocktails and shoot the breeze with some friends. So members meet at the Fox & Hounds every for no-host happy hour and some delicious food. Check out their “Bear Burger,” a dish created with our appetite in mind.
West Seattle location (4312 S.W. Henderson), 7:00-9:00 pm
Advanced lessons, 40 week series.
Cuff Complex, 7:00 pm (door) 7:15 pm (lessons) 8:15-11:00 pm (open dancing) / cover after 9:00 pm (no cover on Fridays with Rain Country membership card)
Bar Info: http://www.cuffcomplex.com
Lesson: Texas Cha Cha + What If We Fly + Ghost Train review / Instructor: Terry / DJ: Ray
Line Dance Step Sheet and Video: http://grandriverrenegades.com/Stepsheets/Cowboy%20Cha%20Cha.pdf (Texas Cha Cha)
http://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/what-if-we-fly-ID45957.aspx (What If We Fly)
http://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/what-if-we-fly-ID45957.aspx (What If We Fly)
Our 2nd/3rd/4th Friday lessons give you more focus on a given dance style, with lessons in a given dance style all month long. Second Friday is nearly an hour of basic Dance-of-the-Month, plus a short review of the previous week’s line dance.
Dance-of-the-Month for February is Line Dance.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:30–8:30 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:30–9:00 pm / $10 (free for SML members)
Additional Info: http://www.sexpositiveculture.org/calendar/list-calendar
Seattle Men in Leather’s BDSM Education Series. Plan on a mixture of topics ranging from beginners to advanced, including elements of medical safety precautions relevant to each topic. Men only.
Theme this month: Bootblacking and Leathercare, presented by boy paul. Come and learn beginning techniques for those wanting to find out how to do it well. Know how to keep your leathers looking their best, how to do it for others as service — or even as seduction. Learn about the different kinds of leather, how and which products to use, and a brief history of the ritual and community around bootblacking. Have a pair of boots or piece of gear you want advice on? Bring in what you’ve got and you may get the solution you’ve been looking for.
Leather Loft @ Numbers (1042 Davie St., Vancouver, BC), 8:00–11:00 pm / $5 1-month membership (included in $20 annual VML membership; no cover for Seattle Men in Leather members with card)
Theme: TBD. Dress code: leather or just shirtless always welcome.
Monthly or annual membership required to attend. 50/50 draw and door prizes.
Center for Sex Positive Culture (Raw Space), 9:00 pm–2:00 am / $20 ($15 before 10:00 pm; CSPC or SML membership required)
Men, bring your gear and your boys to the Dark Dungeon in the Raw space. The lights are low, the racks are ready, and the backroom is open. Don’t want to miss Friday night at the bars, that’s okay, because if you want, you can party all night long with the Tie Me Up Party (not men only though; CSPC membership required).
Whistler Conference Centre (4010 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC), 9:00 pm–2:00 am/ $40 ($30 in advance)
Part of WinterPride at Whister. DJ Ted Eiel gets down and dirty for a night of debauchery. Special guest appearance by Vancouver Men in Leather and Canadian Foreskin Awareness Project. Plus a special appearance from the Mr. Gay Canada delegates. The Wildlife comes out at night in Whistler and they are Furrocious!
Seattle Eagle, 9:00 pm–3:00 am / Cover (no cover for those in leather/fetish)
Get your freak on —
Leather, Fetish, Bondage, Uniform.
Cuff Complex
No cover for leather, bear, motorcycle club, rodeo association, or country-western dance club members with membership card or club colors, or with Steamworks or BP card.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 12:00 noon-3:00 pm
Info: http://www.sexpositiveculture.org/calendar/list-calendar or whip_enthusiasts@sexpositiveculture.org
This group is intended for whip enthusiasts of all skill levels, so be sure to stop by if you want to crack your whip, show off your skills, or learn something new! We would love to see everyone having fun with whips and exchanging all the information they have. Please note: There are no live targets. Eye protection is recommended, as are long shirts or jackets.
Cuff Complex, 2:00 pm
Planning meeting for the April 2012 Northwest Bears weekend.
Jupiter Hotel Dream Box Room (800 E Burnside, Portland), 2:00-4:00 pm (door @ 1:30 pm) / $10 ($5 for PLA members)
Join us for our monthly hands on educational workshop. This month: TBD by TBD.
St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church (111 NE 80th St., in Greenlake), 3:00–9:30 pm / $10 for one session, $15 for both (10% discount for current members)
Schedule: 3:00–5:30 pm:
Advanced with Challenge star tips.
5:45-6:45 pm: Potluck
7:00–9:30 pm: Mainstream and Plus
5:45-6:45 pm: Potluck
7:00–9:30 pm: Mainstream and Plus
Caller: Jack Hardin (Advanced & Challenge), Steve Noseck (Mainstream & Plus)
Maritime Labour Centre (1882 Triumph St., Vancouver, BC), see time details below / see pricing below
The Green Room (5:00–6:00 pm)
Workshop (6:00–7:30 pm): TBD workshop, by TBD. $10-20 sliding scale
Vancouver Dungeon Play Party (8:00 pm–1:00 am): TBD theme. Featuring fully equipped dungeon and snack bar. $20
Milwaukie Grange (12015 SE 22nd Ave., Milwaukie, OR), 4:30–6:00 pm (Advanced) 6:00–7:00 (dinner break) 7:00–9:30 pm (Mainstream and Plus dancing) / $5 for afternoon session, $9 for evening ($11 if not a member of an IAGSDC club)
Caller: Gary Monday
Private home in/near Portland, 7:00–9:30 pm
Info: Contact Paul (tuckerwalter@gmail.com)
Rumors Cabaret (1119 Railroad Ave., Bellingham), 7:30–10:30 pm (social)
Monthly gathering of men who like leather, kink, and unabashed masculinity.
Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 8:00 pm (social), 9:00 pm–3:00 am (party) / $15, CSPC membership required
Pan Party? That hardly describes it! How about 6 hours of hot, RAW play? Rough and Willing — throw her against the chain link fence — lock him in the cage — tie them to the A-Frame and do your nastiest ! The lights are low and the music is loud so no one will be bothered by the screaming! Limited staffing strikes a balance between providing for your needs and leaving you alone to play. The Pan Team wants the second Saturday of the month to belong to the RAW players so come on out and play!
Cuff Complex (back bar), 9:00 pm–12:00 midnight
All members of the leather community are invited to attend. Leather/rubber/fetish/gear encouraged.
Seattle Eagle, 9:00 pm–3:00 am / $7 ($5 before 10:00 pm)
Strip down to boxers, briefs, and jocks! DJs Matt Stands and Freddy King of Pants. Clothes check will be provided. Chunky visuals, go-go bears, hunky guys, jello shots, and drink specials all night.
PumpJack Pub (1167 Davie St., Vancouver, BC), 9:00 pm
3rd Ring on the Harness is back every second Saturday of the month. Prizes/giveaways and $200 first place: Best TBD. Line privileges to men in leather or fetish gear all night. DJ Kenny.
Steamworks Seattle, 11:00 pm–4:00 am / Steamworks membership and locker/room rental required
Bearracuda underwear night at the Eagle is followed by an After Party that can only be done the way Steamworks does it. So follow the dancing bears to the Steamworks for a hot, steamy, frolicking good time!
Location varies (Portland), 9:00 am
Valhala House (NE Portland), 10:00 am–4:00 pm / $10 ($5 for refresher)
Info: Slydexia@comcast.net
To attend the Beginning Dungeon Monitor Training Course it is
recommend that you have the following experience, training, and abilities:
• A minimum of one year of active involvement in the local SM/Leather/Fetish community
• Attended a minimum of 10 SM/Leather/Fetish Play parties (Dungeon Play parties)
• A basic understanding of common play techniques
• A strong desire to continue education about different play styles beyond personal areas of interest
• Be able to act in an emergency situation where physical activity and mental/emotional stability are essential
If you do not have the knowledge and experience suggested, you will still be allowed to take the course and test, but I do warn you that some questions on the test will be on general BDSM knowledge that will not be covered in class as well as on information we cover in class. I’m not saying this to scare you, but to explain why there are prerequisites. There is no First Aid/CPR class connected with this class. We do, however, recommend that DMs have First Aid/CPR certification.
• A minimum of one year of active involvement in the local SM/Leather/Fetish community
• Attended a minimum of 10 SM/Leather/Fetish Play parties (Dungeon Play parties)
• A basic understanding of common play techniques
• A strong desire to continue education about different play styles beyond personal areas of interest
• Be able to act in an emergency situation where physical activity and mental/emotional stability are essential
If you do not have the knowledge and experience suggested, you will still be allowed to take the course and test, but I do warn you that some questions on the test will be on general BDSM knowledge that will not be covered in class as well as on information we cover in class. I’m not saying this to scare you, but to explain why there are prerequisites. There is no First Aid/CPR class connected with this class. We do, however, recommend that DMs have First Aid/CPR certification.
One of the benefits of taking this course, and then becoming part of
the PDX DMA, is that this class is recognized by many nationally
known SM/Leather/Fetish organizations who accept this Dungeon
Monitors training for their events.
Meeting moved to February 19.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 1:00–3:00 pm / $5 donation, CSPC membership not required
Info: http://www.nosafewordwritersgroup.org or e-mail to nswg@wetspot.org
No Safeword Writers Group offers workshops and support to erotica writers in the Greater Seattle area. You should have a sincere interest in writing erotica, along with a desire to improve your writing skills by getting real-time feedback from actual readers… who are also writers themselves.
Eagle Portland (835 N Lombard, Portland), 4:00–9:00 pm
Our free weekly BBQ. Come hang out and enjoy brew, burgers, and bears.
Local Lounge (3536 NE Martin Luther King Jr, Portland), 5:30–8:30 pm
Bar Info: http://local-lounge.com
The Garden House (2336 15th Ave. S, on Beacon Hill), 7:00–9:00 pm / $5
A2/C1 dancing to digital downloads and live caller Gary Monday. Please RSVP by Friday noon to ensure there will be at least one square of dancers: http://www.doodle.com/q34bykb2ftuph3y3.
St. Michaels’ Anglican (409 E. Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
The Sindicate (5224 SE Foster Rd., Portland), 7:00–9:00 pm / $3 donation
Questions/Directions: pdxconnie@yahoo.com
The Portland Rope Arts Group meetings are a friendly gathering of people
interested in consensual rope bondage. Meeting are open to all rope enthusiasts and those merely curious about
rope bondage. Our goal is to promote education about rope bondage. The purpose
of our rather informal group meetings is sharing and disseminating information
about rope bondage. The meetings concentrate on education and sharing of knowledge and are not play parties. Please refrain from using hard points during the meetings. Nudity is encouraged, but not expected.
Valentine’s Day
St. Michael’s Anglican Church (409 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00–9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne & Bruce
Starky’s (2913 SE Stark St., Portland), 7:00 pm
Private home on the Sammamish/Issaquah Plateau or Bellevue Library meeting rooms, 7:00-9:00 pm (meeting, plus socializing after)
This is a discussion and support group for all folks who are or want to be in Ownership/property relationships, as well as all those who are interested in exploring and learning or talking about them. Meets bimonthly in February, April, June, August, October, and December.
Each month we have a topic to facilitate discussion (we do not expect that the discussion will stay on topic and it rarely does). The topic this month will be TBD.
Cuff Complex, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Bear-aoke is hosted by Jonathan Jones. It is a fun-filled night of karaoke performances by our own Bears, visiting Bears, their friends, and partners. Jonathan also hosts a more general audiences karaoke at the Cuff on Thursday nights.
Smokey Joe’s (4411 Pacific Highway E, Fife), 6:00–10:30 pm
Puget Sound Cigar Bears are a social group to get together and enjoy cigars and pipes in the company of Bears, Admirers, and Friends. Easy as that. We meet at Smokey Joe’s on the 3rd Wednesday of every month.
Trinity United Methodist Church (3915 SE Steele St., Portland), 6:30-9:30 pm
Mainstream class. Caller: Janet Shannon.
Cuff Complex, 7:00–8:00 pm
Come stop by and see what the Club is all about.
TBD. TBD (location), 7:10 pm showtime (meet 20 minutes before) / $11.50
Movie Site: TBD
Movie Synopsis: TBD
We get together on Wednesday nights (and occasionally on weekends) to see a movie at a local theater. After the movie, join us at a local bar for drinks and fun.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:30–9:30 pm
Open to any members who wish to attend. Please do not arrive late. If you want to be on the agenda you must write us the week prior to the meeting.
Cuff Complex, 7:30–8:30 (open dancing) 8:30 (lesson) 9:00–10:15 (open dancing)
Bar Info: http://www.cuffcomplex.com
Lesson: Tango Cha line dance (+ review of Chompin’ At The Bit) / Instructor: TBD / DJ: TBD
Line Dance Step Sheet and Video: http://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/tango-cha-ID76071.aspx
B&O Espresso, 5:30 pm
Monthly get-together for Seattle-area members of bear-site Bruizr.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:00–8:00 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 7:00–9:00 pm / $20
Kinky, poly, leather, sex-positive, and other outlaw folks often find it easy to explore sex, but it might still be hard to be present in our bodies, to feel the powerful connection between genitals, heart, and mind. Explore a variety of playful experiential exercises to increase embodiment while respecting stone sexualities and everyone’s boundaries. Learn some simple tools to feel erotic energy, build connection to your desires, and feel more alive and at home in your body. Experience the taboo power of sharing this exploration within community. Presented by
Amy Butcher and Sinclair Sexsmith.
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (800 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
Private location (Len’s, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: tapes
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church (NE 80th St. & 1st Ave. NE, in Greenlake), 7:00–9:30 pm
Mainstream lessons, 20 week series.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church (1130 Jervis Street, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:30 pm / $10 donation
Tush Push or Two Step? The choice is up to you. Join us at Vancouver’s newest venue for LGBT dance. We’ll teach you at the beginning of the session and give you an opportunity to dance and hone your skills. All you have to do is show up… there’s always a partner available for you. It’s easy, fun, and most of all gives you chance to meet new people and support your community. A portion of your donation at the door goes to help a Loving Spoonful in Vancouver.
This week: TBD
Milwaukie Grange (12015 SE 22nd Ave., Milwaukie, OR), 7:30–9:30 pm
Advanced dancing. Contact Scott Phillips (scottp@aracnet.com) ahead of time to confirm that a square will be there.
Cuff Complex, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Hosted by Jonathan Jones. Country music is the suggested theme for the 3rd Thursday; other Thursdays have other themes, such as Showtunes, Rock & Roll, and Party & Fast.
Pumpjack Pub (1167 Davie St., Vancouver, BC), 9:00–11:00 pm
Location Info: http://www.Pumpjackpub.com
Group Info: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/VanHM
Handymen is a red hanky social group which meets the Thursday before the third Saturday of every month at the Pumpjack to get to know each other. Flag some red, meet up with your handball buds, and make some new ones.
The Fox & Hounds (217 NW 2nd Ave., Portland), 5:00–7:00 pm
Bears work hard all week so come Friday, we’re ready to kick-back with a couple of cool brews or cocktails and shoot the breeze with some friends. So members meet at the Fox & Hounds every for no-host happy hour and some delicious food. Check out their “Bear Burger,” a dish created with our appetite in mind.
West Seattle location (4312 S.W. Henderson), 7:00-9:00 pm
Advanced lessons, 40 week series.
Cuff Complex, 7:00 pm (door) 7:15 pm (lessons) 8:15-11:00 pm (open dancing) / cover after 9:00 pm (no cover on Fridays with Rain Country membership card)
Bar Info: http://www.cuffcomplex.com
Lesson: Roll Back The Rug + Walkin’ Wazi + Texas Cha Cha review + What If We Fly review / Instructor: Terry / DJ: Jim
Line Dance Step Sheet and Video: http://www.westerndancers.fi/tansseja/roll_back_the_rug.html (Roll Back The Rug steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-EMyJYmABQ (Roll Back The Rug video)
http://38step.blogspot.com/2008/08/walkin-wazi-line-dance-step-sheet.html (Walkin’ Wazi steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qecOsZGXkeA (Walkin’ Wazi video)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-EMyJYmABQ (Roll Back The Rug video)
http://38step.blogspot.com/2008/08/walkin-wazi-line-dance-step-sheet.html (Walkin’ Wazi steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qecOsZGXkeA (Walkin’ Wazi video)
Our 2nd/3rd/4th Friday lessons give you more focus on a given dance style, with lessons in a given dance style all month long. Third Friday is an hour of basic-plus Dance-of-the-Month.
Dance-of-the-Month for February is Line Dance.
Century Ballroom, 7:30–8:30 pm (lessons) 8:30 pm–12:30 am (dancing) / $10
Country, West Coast Swing, East Coast Swing, Tango, Salsa, Waltz. With DJ Betty and MC Koop
Cuff Complex
No cover for leather, bear, motorcycle club, rodeo association, or country-western dance club members with membership card or club colors, or with Steamworks or BP card.
Location TBD (Portland), 10:00 am–12:00 noon
Please see Ramblers board members for details. All Ramblers are welcome to the board meeting.
Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 1:00–5:00 pm / $TBD
What is a Kinktastic Karnival? Think, fundraiser and tasting all rolled into one, fun filled afternoon!
Just like a traveling carnival, buy tickets and then turn them in for each “ride”! Try needles, rope (both ground work and suspension), flogging, single tails, enjoy the spanking booth and more! There will be fun times for Tops & bottoms!
Proceeds from ticket sales will be split between the CSPC & WSMLO travel fund.
Cuff Complex, 3:30–5:00 pm
Members are encouraged to attend.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 4:30–6:30 pm / $5 (CSPC membership not required)
MAsT is an international organization that exists as an education, support, and resource group for individuals involved in, or interested in, the Master/slave lifestyle. MAsT provides an opportunity and forum for like-minded individuals to come together for discussion of issues that concern Masters and slaves, to share ideas and gain and/or share knowledge of the Master/slave lifestyle. With the formation of MAsT Seattle, we should have the opportunity for more activities involving Master/slave lifestyles in the Seattle, Washington area.
Membership in the MAsT Seattle chapter is open to anyone who is at least 18 years old and has an interest in Master/slave relationships, Ownership/property relationships, or other Power Differential relationships. One need not be in a relationship to attend.
This month’s topic: TBD
Washington Athletic Club (1325 Sixth Ave.), 6:00 pm / $55
Annual banquet and colors presentation. Kerry has made arrangements for discounted rooms at a price of $99 plus tax and parking. You need to book this directly by called 800-275-3775 and mentioning you are part of the Border Riders group. Registration for the event itself will be on the public website on Feb first and you may pay the meal price by way of PayPal . The cost for guests is $55.
Cuff Complex, 6:00–8:00 pm
Bring your favorite dish to share with your fellow members and guests!
Private home (Olympia?), 6:00–9:00 pm
MAsT South Sound is an opportunity for HGLBT to gather and share the M/s experience. Venue is a private residence, format is potluck followed by a facilitated topic discussion.
Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 6:30–7:30 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
M2M (1210 Granville, Vancouver, BC), 7:00 pm / M2M membership and locker/room required
M2M Info: http://www.m2mplayspace.com
Group Info: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/VanHM
If you’re in the Vancouver area and looking for action, grab a bucket of your favorite lube, Fisting Fetish gear, and toys, and head to the M2M Playspace Saturday night. The men of Vancouver Handymen is holding a play party on the third Saturday of every month. It’s a few steps south of Davie Street, on the east side of Granville, and the entrance is just a black door, with no sign. Membership is free. Show your membership card to get $5 off your room.
Rooms for are reserved for VanHM members until 7:00 pm only, so come early to get your preferred room.
Membership cards can be obtained at our Thursday Night Social.
Portland Metro Police Club (618 SE Alder, Portland), 8:00 pm (two-step lessons), 9:00 pm–1:00 am (open dancing) / $3 for lessons, $7 for dance
Dust off yer boots and get ready to kick up your heels! Two-step lessons by Daniel of OutDancing. Even if you don’t know how to dance, there will always be a willing regular to show you how. Check out all the cowboys and cowgirls! We’re sure you’ll have a good time even if you’re just watching!
You can park without risk of being towed in the US Bank parking lot as well as the Bank of America and Melody Ballroom parking lots, all close by and well marked.
Private location in Portland, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight (doors close at 10:00 pm) / $10
Monthly men’s BDSM party. This is a drug and alcohol free party; poppers okay. Men obviously under the influence will not be admitted. This is a party for men over 18 years old who want to do SM with other men. The party is held at a well equipped private dungeon. There are usually between 25 and 35 men at the party.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 8:00 pm (social), 9:00 pm–3:00 am (party) / $20, CSPC membership required ($15 before 9:00 pm)
The night when items from the forgotten toy chest, bag or closet are encouraged. So dust off that old paddle or boat oar even. Tune up that old TENS unit that lies forgotten in the bottom drawer of the dresser. Never thought that miscellaneous length of rubber hose could be useful? You would be surprised. Open up that dark and dusty closet and give those forgotten toys new life and bring them to The Closet. Show the rest of the world just how kinky you can be. The lighting with be specially set up with much of the dungeon being darker than most events, because it’s always darker in the Closet!
Cuff Complex, 9:00 pm (demo) 10:00 pm (dance)
Bar Info: http://www.cuffcomplex.com
Sponsored by M4Mkink.com, Leatherpost.com, and the Cuff Complex. This is a leather event and is open to everyone in the gay community. This event was created to encourage open mindedness and the freedom to express one’s individuality and sexuality within the GLBTQ Community. The dance floor will be open for socializing and demonstrations early in the evening.
Theme: TBD
Eagle Portland (835 N Lombard, Portland), 9:00 pm–12:00 midnight / $10 ($8 for Oregon Bears members)
Bears and friends get together to enjoy all-you-can-drink domestic draft beer every third Saturday of the month. This is a popular event and usually brings out all manner of thirsty wildlife in droves!
CC Attle’s (1701 E Olive Way), 11:00 am–2:00 pm / $10 buffet (cash only)
CC Attle’s is the new host for our monthly brunch. They are very excited to have us, along with the creation of a new menu just for our brunches. “All you can eat” buffet style (beverages are separate): fresh waffles, sausage links and patties, bacon, scrambled eggs, biscuits and gravy, muffins, fresh fruits, and an omelet station to create your own omelettes! This event is made private by CC’s to SML Members and their guests, which is very special. We will have the bar to ourselves, so dress comfortably and be yourself!
Courtyard by Marriott (435 NE Wasco, Portland), 12:00 noon
Date and time subject to change; check the website for the latest info.
Seattle Public Library-Capitol Hill Branch (425 Harvard Ave. E. @ Republican, 2nd floor), 1:15–3:00 pm
Info: http://www.glpw.org or info@glpw.org
GLPW is very involved in producing the Leather Leadership Conference XVII, slated to occur in Seattle in April, 2013. Other events that GLPW produces include the Leather Pride Picnic, during Seattle’s Pride weekend; Spanksgiving on Thanksgiving evening; and several play parties over the course of the year, many of which coincide with other Leather or fetish events. Anyone interested in the direction GLPW is taking and serious leather play is invited to attend.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 2:00–5:00 pm / $5 donation
Info: http://www.sexpositiveculture.org/calendar/list-calendar or contact rope_enthusiasts@sexpositiveculture.org
This is space for people to work on their rope and rope bondage skills and techniques. A place for our community to practice, learn, and share. Whether you’ve never tied a knot or have been using rope for years, show up, practice, learn at your own pace from your peers, learn out of a book, or learn what it feels like to be on either or both sides of the rope. You may attend on your own, or bring a friend or two to tie if you have them! Stunt bottoms are always welcome.
Dance Underground (340 15th Ave. E), 3:00 pm (lesson) 3:30–6:00 pm (dance) / $10
For LGBTQ folks and friends and all who want to dance. Live music, gender-free dancing, no experience or partner necessary, all dances taught. Music: Seattle’s Farm Report. Caller: Mariah Pepper.
Valhalla Dungeon, 4:30–6:15 pm / $5 (free for MAsT members, must join MAsT to attend repeatedly)
Info: http://www.mastpnw.org or info@mastpnw.org
MAsT Pacific NW is a chapter of MAsT International, which exists as an education, support, and resource group for individuals involved in, or interested in, the Master/slave lifestyle. MAsT provides an opportunity and forum for like-minded individuals to come together for discussion of issues that concern Masters and slaves, to share ideas, and gain and/or share knowledge of the Master/slave lifestyle. Discussion topic this month: TBD.
Eagle Portland (835 N Lombard, Portland), 5:00 pm
Our free weekly BBQ. Come hang out and enjoy brew, burgers, and bears.
President’s Day
Hamburger Mary’s (19 NW 5th Ave., Portland), 7:00 pm
In the mood for some meat? The Bears have you covered with Burger Night on the third Monday of every month. There’s a special buy-one-get-one-half-off deal on all their burgers that day so get your inner carnivore ready!
Cuff Complex (dance bar), 7:00 pm
All SML members are invited to attend. Contact president@seattlemeninleather.org for details and directions.
The Garden House (2336 15th Ave. S, on Beacon Hill), 7:00–9:00 pm / $5
A2/C1 dancing to digital downloads and live caller Gary Monday. Please RSVP by Friday noon to ensure there will be at least one square of dancers: http://www.doodle.com/q34bykb2ftuph3y3.
St. Michaels’ Anglican (409 E. Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
St. Michael’s Anglican Church (409 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00–9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne & Bruce
Cuff Complex, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Bear-aoke is hosted by Jonathan Jones. It is a fun-filled night of karaoke performances by our own Bears, visiting Bears, their friends, and partners. Jonathan also hosts a more general audiences karaoke at the Cuff on Thursday nights.
Scandals (1225 SW Stark St., Portland), 9:00 pm–1:00 am
Is there a Bear Idol in you that’s just screaming to get out? Well, Beary-oke! is your chance to sing out little Bear. Every third Tuesday of the month, Suzanne of “Rocky and Suzanne” is our gracious karaoke host. She has a vast collection of karaoke music ranging from current top 40 hits to oldies from the ’50s and before. With Bears taking over the mic, things are bound to get hairy.
Trinity United Methodist Church (3915 SE Steele St., Portland), 6:30-9:30 pm
Mainstream class. Caller: Janet Shannon.
Cuff Complex (patio in warm weather, dance bar otherwise), 7:00–10:00 pm
All members of the leather community are invited to attend. Dress Code: leather, rubber, uniform, etc. No white tennis shoes or open-toed sandals.
Center of Sex Positive Culture, 7:00–10:00 pm (doors close at 8:00 pm) / Price based on membership level ($5 off for CSPC and SML members or students)
Membership Info: http://raincityjacks.org/join.html
Regular group JO event held on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Rain City Jacks is a private club. New members may enroll at the door during check-in. Valid photo ID required (we accept driver’s license, state ID card, or current passport). Membership available only for adult men, ages 18 and over.
TBD. Theater (location). 7:00 pm showtime (meet 30 minutes before) / $9
Movie Site: TBD
Movie Synopsis: TBD
We get together on Wednesday nights (and occasionally on weekends) to see a movie at a local theater. After the movie, join us at a local bar for drinks and fun.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:00–8:00 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House (800 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
Private location (Len’s, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: tapes
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church (NE 80th St. & 1st Ave. NE, in Greenlake), 7:00–9:30 pm
We will only have level nights as long as we have enough people to participate (8), so we conduct a Doodle poll each week to make sure. Please add your name to the poll and respond for the appropriate week (at least 72 hours before): http://www.doodle.com/sbdsdwbew33szvd8#table
St. Paul’s Anglican Church (1130 Jervis Street, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:30 pm / $10 donation
Tush Push or Two Step? The choice is up to you. Join us at Vancouver’s newest venue for LGBT dance. We’ll teach you at the beginning of the session and give you an opportunity to dance and hone your skills. All you have to do is show up… there’s always a partner available for you. It’s easy, fun, and most of all gives you chance to meet new people and support your community. A portion of your donation at the door goes to help a Loving Spoonful in Vancouver.
This week: TBD
Milwaukie Grange (12015 SE 22nd Ave., Milwaukie, OR), 7:30–9:30 pm
Advanced dancing. Contact Scott Phillips (scottp@aracnet.com) ahead of time to confirm that a square will be there.
Seattle Boot WeekendVarious locations in Seattle / $25
Friday: Meet & Greet @
Cuff Complex, 7:00-11:00 pm. Out of town and local
bootblacks and boot fetishists will meet and mingle at the bar on
Friday evening — we will have plenty of bootblack stands on hand to
accommodate the plethora of bootblacks who will be attending.
Saturday: Bagel and Coffee Brunch @ location TBA,
11:00 am–12:00 noon
Workshops About Boots @ Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex and RAW Space, 12:00 noon–5:00 pm
Crowbar / Boot Play Party @ Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 7:00 pm–1:00 am. Bootblack stands will be available all day and during the play party.
Workshops About Boots @ Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex and RAW Space, 12:00 noon–5:00 pm
Crowbar / Boot Play Party @ Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 7:00 pm–1:00 am. Bootblack stands will be available all day and during the play party.
Sunday: Boot Brunch @ private location, 11:00 am–2:00 pm
West Coast RubberVarious locations in Palm Spring / $99 (individual events tickets also available)
It’s 2012 and West Coast Rubber is heading back to our roots — yep, we’re back in Palm Springs! We’ve reserved the entire Camp Palm Springs resort for all of the hot rubber and gear action. Remember that you must have a full weekend package to book a room at the host hotel. And that’s definitely where you’ll want to be this year. What’s in a name? Well obviously we love rubber! But we’re multi-function kinksters and get hard for other gear as well like tight gear spandex & lycra, sports kit, superhero, hazmat, skin, uniforms, and leather. The important thing is to Get Your Gear On & Get Your Rocks Off!
Friday: Meet and Greet @ Camp Palm Springs, 7:00–9:00 pm
Play Party @ Camp Palm Springs, 10:00 pm–2:00 am
Play Party @ Camp Palm Springs, 10:00 pm–2:00 am
Saturday: BBQ and Perv Pool Party @ Camp Palm Springs, 12 Noon to 4 PM
Full Rubber Dinner @ Location TBA, 6:00–8:00 pm
Mr. WCR 2012 Contest @ Location TBD, 9:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Mr. WCR Victory Party @ Camp Palm Springsy, 12:00 midnight–3:00 am
Full Rubber Dinner @ Location TBA, 6:00–8:00 pm
Mr. WCR 2012 Contest @ Location TBD, 9:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Mr. WCR Victory Party @ Camp Palm Springsy, 12:00 midnight–3:00 am
Sunday: Brunch @ Cafe Lulu, 10:00 am–12:00 noon (not included in weekend package)
Goodbye Pervs Pool Party @ Camp Palm Springs, 1:00-4:00 pm
Goodbye Pervs Pool Party @ Camp Palm Springs, 1:00-4:00 pm
The Fox & Hounds (217 NW 2nd Ave., Portland), 5:00–7:00 pm
Bears work hard all week so come Friday, we’re ready to kick-back with a couple of cool brews or cocktails and shoot the breeze with some friends. So members meet at the Fox & Hounds every for no-host happy hour and some delicious food. Check out their “Bear Burger,” a dish created with our appetite in mind.
Cuff Complex, 7:00 pm (door) 7:15 pm (lessons) 8:15-11:00 pm (open dancing) / cover after 9:00 pm (no cover on Fridays with Rain Country membership card)
Bar Info: http://www.cuffcomplex.com
Lesson: Waltz Across Texas + Tailgate + Roll Back The Rug review + Walkin’ Wazi review / Instructor: Christa / DJ: Keith G
Line Dance Step Sheet and Video: http://www.iaglcwdc.org/dance/stepsheets/waltzacrosstexas.htm (Waltz Across Texas steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvT740YWocg (Waltz Across Texas video)
http://www.dancewithwolfs.com/tailgate.pdf (Tailgate steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXn0aTVC65w (Tailgate video)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZvT740YWocg (Waltz Across Texas video)
http://www.dancewithwolfs.com/tailgate.pdf (Tailgate steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXn0aTVC65w (Tailgate video)
Our 2nd/3rd/4th Friday lessons give you more focus on a given dance style, with lessons in a given dance style all month long. Fourth Friday is a full hour of lessons, at Intermediate level.
Dance-of-the-Month for February is Line Dance.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:30–8:30 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
CC Slaughter’s (219 NW Davis, Portland), 9:00 pm–2:00 am / $2 (free for Oregon Bears members)
Bar Info: http://www.ccslaughterspdx.com
Bears, Cubs, and all kinds of other wildlife converge at CC Slaughters on the fourth Friday of every month to dance the night away. Our friends at CCs also offer drink discounts just for members from 9:00 pm to midnght, so remember to bring your membership card. This is one of our most popular events — don’t be surprised if you meet someone from Seattle or even San Francisco there!
Seattle Eagle, 9:00 pm–3:00 am / Cover (no cover for those in leather/fetish)
Get your freak on —
Leather, Fetish, Bondage, Uniform.
Cuff Complex
No cover for leather, bear, motorcycle club, rodeo association, or country-western dance club members with membership card or club colors, or with Steamworks or BP card.
Steamworks Seattle (1520 Summit Ave.), 1:00–6:00 pm / Steamworks membership and locker rental required
A monthly play party for Bears, Cubs, and Otters every 4th Saturday. Steamworks has a play party each month for the Bear community and those interested. Fur, food, fun, and more! Come in for pizza. (Print out the Bears, Baths and Beyond coupon for $5 off.)
Steamworks Vancouver (123 W. Pender, Vancouver, BC), 1:00–6:00 pm / Steamworks membership and locker rental required
A monthly play party for Bears, Cubs, and Otters every 4th Saturday. Come along and check out the great club
environment, free nibbles, prizes and of course woofy bears. Lockers are $5 and standard rooms are $10.
Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 6:30–7:30 pm / Annual Membership is $55 (renewals are $35)
Required for CSPC membership. The Intro to Sex Positive Culture is a mandatory orientation that all potential members must attend before joining. It is designed to introduce the broad range of experiences available at Seattle’s Center for Sex Positive Culture. The orientation provides attendees with a history of Sex Positive Culture in Seattle and reviews some of the expectations and etiquette expected at our events. Orientations also include a question-and-answer period so that attendees can get any questions answered.
Private location in north Tacoma, 7:00–11:30 pm / $5 (as guest with sponsor, or free for members with $20 annual dues)
The Olympians is a social group for gay men who enjoy the freedom which comes with nudity and the gathering of a group of naked men in a welcoming, non-threatening environment. The group gets together in whole or in part on average, on a monthly basis. We call these “gatherings” or “events”. They are not necessarily parties but usually potluck functions, which consist of a meal and/or dessert, followed with social interaction and other forms of contact, including physical. These gatherings are usually hosted in members’ homes.
Center for Sex Positive Culture Annex, 7:00 pm (demo) 8:00 pm–1:00 am / $20 (CSPC membership not required)
How do you separate the men from the boys? With a Crowbar. We’ve got biomen, transmen, boys, boyz, and bois. We don’t care if it’s detachable, if you’re packing tackle, get your ass in the door.
If your idea of “negotiating a scene” consists of asking, “Top or
bottom?” or “Hips or lips?” this is a party for you. We have an hour long social/demo from 7:00–8:00 pm.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 8:00 pm (social), 9:00 pm–3:00 am (party) / $20, CSPC membership required
The Edge is a Pan-Sexual BDSM play party catering to all levels of BDSM experience and play styles with a focus on Edge Play. A one-hour Social prior to the Play Party is where attendees can tour the Play Space and socialize. New members are encouraged to attend and meet more experienced members.
Seattle Eagle, 9:00 pm–3:00 am / Cover
Clothes check will be provided. DJ Dana Dub. Afterhours dance.
Eagle Portland (835 N. Lombard, Portland), 9:30 pm–12:00 midnight / $5
Baby it’s cold outside… but it’s hot at the Eagle Portland! Come join your host Mr. Oregon State Leather 2011 Tarsus for L.U.R.E, your 4th Saturday party. Details TBD.
Pumpjack Pub (1167 Davie St., Vancouver, BC) / Line privileges for those in leather/fetish
Toolbox at Pumpjack Pub is infamous for hot men in leather. This night is exactly what you would expect when the leather comes out to play! Guaranteed to keep you coming back for more!
Black Bear Diner (13435 SW Tualatin Valley Highway, Beaverton, OR), 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Yep, Bears certainly love to eat and on the last Sunday of every month, we gather for brunch at various restaurants in the Portland area for some good food and camaraderie. Check our Calendar for the latest restaurant we’ll be dining at and RSVP.
Speakeasy Restaurant (1239 Davie St., Vancouver, BC), 11:00 am
RSVP: VMLbrunch@hotmail.com required 24 hours in advance
Introducing a new monthly social event held on the last Sunday of each month.
CC Attle’s, 11:00 am–2:00 pm / $10
The brunch is a private affair for the NW Bears and their guests (male and female). The brunch cost is only $10 for an all-you-can-eat buffet with Chris Daw making omelets. The bar is well stocked for those who would like a little pick-up before, during, and after brunch.
Salem or Eugene, OR, 2:00–3:30 pm
Info: SWV.MAsT@yahoo.com
Please contact Lady Papillon or Miss Rebecca for more information.
The Garden House (2336 15th Ave. S, on Beacon Hill), 7:00–9:00 pm / $5
A2/C1 dancing to digital downloads and live caller Gary Monday. Please RSVP by Friday noon to ensure there will be at least one square of dancers: http://www.doodle.com/q34bykb2ftuph3y3.
Center for Sex Positive Culture, 7:00–9:00 pm / $5 donation, CSPC membership not required
Info: http://www.nosafewordwritersgroup.org or e-mail to nswg@wetspot.org
No Safeword Writers Group offers workshops and support to erotica writers in the Greater Seattle area. You should have a sincere interest in writing erotica, along with a desire to improve your writing skills by getting real-time feedback from actual readers… who are also writers themselves.
St. Michaels’ Anglican (409 E. Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00-9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne Uebelacker
St. Michael’s Anglican Church (409 East Broadway, Vancouver, BC), 7:00–9:00 pm
Info: http://www.squaresacrosstheborder.org/SATB_Class.html or e-mail SATB@shaw.ca
Caller/Instructor: Anne & Bruce
Cuff Complex, 8:00 pm–12:00 midnight
Bear-aoke is hosted by Jonathan Jones. It is a fun-filled night of karaoke performances by our own Bears, visiting Bears, their friends, and partners. Jonathan also hosts a more general audiences karaoke at the Cuff on Thursday nights.
Trinity United Methodist Church (3915 SE Steele St., Portland), 6:30-9:30 pm
Mainstream class. Caller: Janet Shannon.
TBD. TBD (location), 7:10 pm showtime (meet 20 minutes before) / $11.50
Movie Site: TBD
Movie Synopsis: TBD
We get together on Wednesday nights (and occasionally on weekends) to see a movie at a local theater. After the movie, join us at a local bar for drinks and fun.
Cuff Complex, 7:30–8:30 (open dancing) 8:30 (lesson) 9:00–10:15 (open dancing)
Bar Info: http://www.cuffcomplex.com
Lesson: Wave On Wave line dance (+ review of Tango Cha) / Instructor: Jim / DJ: Ray
Line Dance Step Sheet and Video: http://www.iaglcwdc.org/dance/stepsheets/waveonwave.htm (steps)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_g7n9r7MC4 (video)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_g7n9r7MC4 (video)