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SUMMARY:Fire Play 101 - Fire Fundamentals with Caramel_Sutra
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nFire Play can take many forms and shapes\, but it all starts with the fundamentals. This class is intended as an introduction to fire play to learn the basic practical skills necessary to incorporate fire play in a risk-aware manner and navigate fire-based hazards. Various styles and application techniques will be shown to give a glimpse into the wide range of possibilities of fire play. \n** This class will have live lit flames during the fire theory and demonstration of basic fire techniques portions of the class. Please come and join me as we take a look at fire play from the kindling up and we’ll discuss the following topics: \n\nWhat is Fire Play?\nHow does Fire Work? Fire Theory and More\nFire Safety and First Aid Essentials\nNegotiating for Fire Play for Tops and Bottoms\nDetermining A Fire Play Space\nFire Kit Essentials\nTips and Advice for Fire Bottoming\nBasic Fire Techniques and Positions\n\nPresenter Bio\nCaramel_Sutra (He/Him) is a queer POC extrovert currently based in the DMV area. He takes inspiration from music and science with a heavy splash of sadism to create exciting and fun scenes. It’s been almost two decades since he found his home in the kink\, alt lifestyle\, and queer communities\, and is showing no signs of slowing down. He finds joy in bringing people together and creating spaces through community organizing. Outside of the kink community\, you can find him playing bass guitar\, practicing acroyoga and circus arts\, and lifting weights around to appease his inner himbo. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/fire-play-101-fire-fundamentals-with-caramel_sutra/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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SUMMARY:BR Gateway - October 2024
DESCRIPTION:Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations. \nWe cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy\, Negotiations to Aftercare\, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading: \n\n\n\n\n\nThinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)\nGateway Attendee FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\nBR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one\, but you can get a lot more by attending both. \nGateway is in person at The Crucible.  \n\nBR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway. \nASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice. \nEmail gateway@br.org for more information about this program\, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.
URL:https://br.org/event/br-gateway-october-2024/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gateway
ORGANIZER;CN="Gateway Team":MAILTO:gateway@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
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SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-10-15/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241015T213000
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SUMMARY:The Edge of Desire: Knife Play 101 with Jamie Joy
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nCome sharpen your skills in this edgy and seductive workshop on Knife Play for the bold and adventurous! From selecting the perfect blade to building a heart-pounding scene\, this class promises to send shivers down your spine. Our skilled instructor will cover the essential principles of safety\, consent\, and effective communication\, so that you can engage in this powerful form of sensation play with confidence and care. We will cover different types of knives\, sensual and sadistic techniques\, using knives for impact play\, how to remove clothes with a knife\, temperature play with knives\, and knife fucking. Through explicit live demonstration\, you will learn how to create a thrilling yet controlled experience for you and your partners. This class is open to all genders\, sexualities\, and experience levels. Come and play! \nPresenter Bio\nJamie Joy (they/them) is a queer trans Jewish sex educator and hungry slut for freaky fantasies and kinky perversions. Their life and work is committed to spreading joy\, pleasure\, and consent through community organizing. As a triple fire sign Sagittarius\, Jamie Joy is passionate about dancing while eating\, playing sadistically with flaming floggers\, and teaching people about the wonders of anal fisting. They are always excited to connect with new friends; you can find them on Instagram @badjewboy or email them at jamiejoyeducation@gmail.com. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/the-edge-of-desire-knife-play-101-with-jamie-joy/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T200000
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SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-10-22/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T213000
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SUMMARY:Torture/ Interrogation with Mister Chris
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nWhat is your name? What is your Quest? What is your favorite color? \nWe have ways of making you talk. \nTorture and Interrogation have many faces: polite interviews\, fear play\, targeted application of pain\, threats and coercion\, compromise\, and punishment. What is most important for a powerful and successful scene is “What is the story?” you can both agree on. Without buy-in\, it’s hard to keep a straight face while trying to enjoy this type of scene. \nWe’ll discuss how to set up your story\, what you want the energy to be in your scene\, how to use props and costume\, setting up the long game\, and some of the intense pre-negotiation needed\, as well as the aftercare that can sometimes come as a surprise to partners. \nWith tips and focus areas for both tops and bottoms\, this class is sure to get to the heart of the matter. \nPresenter Bio\nMister Chris has been making knives for 28 years\, and using them in BDSM since 2017. An experienced teacher of technical skills\, he is the instructor at Blacksmith’s Guild of the Potomac\, co-founded the non-profit Resilience Forge working with wounded veterans\, and appeared twice on History Channel’s “Forged in Fire.” \nMister Chris lives in Alexandria\, Virginia\, with his spouse and dogs\, and is multi-partnered. He is constantly expanding his play style to include managing high-risk techniques\, total power exchange\, and mindful kink practices. He is a BDSM Sadist\, Leatherman\, and evolving Master in power exchange relationships. He enjoys building toys and tools for BDSM friends and vends at the Leather Flea and Play event at The Crucible. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/torture-interrogation-with-mister-chris/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T200000
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SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-10-29/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241029T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240812T235341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T235341Z
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SUMMARY:The Wide World of Emotional Masochism with Tom B
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nHave you ever seen a bottom fall to their knees blushing and squirming and found it amazingly hot? Have you watched a top reduce their bottom to tears with words alone\, then seen them happily cuddled up together not long after? Have you ever wondered: what is it about playing with our emotions and our egos that is so hot and often so edgy? \nIn this class we will talk about why you may want to engage in this kind of play\, discuss how to get started and what to watch out for\, explain the differences between humiliation and degradation\, and go over a wide range of ideas on how to start exploring this area of kink. Please come and share your own experiences and creative ideas as well! \nPresenter Bio\nTom has been around the DC kink community for over 20 years. He is a Black Rose Emeritus Board Member\, Crucible manager\, and event photographer. You will just as likely find him working behind a desk as you will find him lovingly hurting friends. He was born and raised in the Northern VA area and currently lives with his wonderful wife\, multiple kittens and an older pupper. Always there is far too much to do and too little time to do it. \nHumiliation and power exchange were the catalysts which got him into the BDSM community in the first place. From some very confusing teen years\, into realizing he greatly wanted to actually engage in this kind of thing\, it was always there as part of what he wanted to do. Tom loves to put on his ‘helpful’ hat and give useful or “useful” ideas to those that want to play with these sorts of things. \nHis other passion is photography. If there is a camera allowed\, you will almost always find Tom behind the lens. Going by the name ShutterDoll\, he loves to be able to capture a moment\, a memory\, or just an excellent whip strike. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/the-wide-world-of-emotional-masochism-with-tom-b/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240710T131342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T131342Z
UID:10000194-1730403900-1730410200@br.org
SUMMARY:BR Gateway - November 2024
DESCRIPTION:Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations. \nWe cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy\, Negotiations to Aftercare\, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading: \n\n\n\n\n\nThinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)\nGateway Attendee FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\nBR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one\, but you can get a lot more by attending both. \nGateway is in person at The Crucible.  \n\nBR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway. \nASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice. \nEmail gateway@br.org for more information about this program\, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.
URL:https://br.org/event/br-gateway-november-2024/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gateway
ORGANIZER;CN="Gateway Team":MAILTO:gateway@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000222-1730831400-1730836800@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-11-05/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241105T213000
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CREATED:20240904T002757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T002757Z
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SUMMARY:Creating Intimacy and Connection within a Rope Scene with Sam
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nSo you know how to tie a single column\, maybe you can even throw on a harness… but past patterns and knots\, there is a lovely person at the end of our ropes…\nso how do we go from just using our technical skills\, to creating a real connection with the person you’re tying? Whether you’re new\, experienced\, tying someone for the first time or with your established rope partner\, this class will show you ways and concepts to create impactful intimacy in your rope scenes and beyond. \nRope is the conduit\, connection is the goal. \nPurpose: Teaching skills & concepts to Rope tops & switches on how to create connection in and out of a rope scene. \nStructure will be a mix of lecture\, Demoing\, and some exercises for participants. \nI would recommend folks bring at least 1-2 hanks of rope\, and shears/cutting device. \nSkill level: Any\, preferably at least comfortable tying a single column of their choice. \nPresenter Bio\nSam (they/them) is a queer\, non-binary\, neurodivergent\, rope-obsessed goblin with a great love for movement\, all things touch\, and learning the what/why/how of connection between beings. Basically\, an intimacy slut. They’ve been a rope bottom for 7 years\, switch/self-tier/Top for 2 years\, and a kinkster longer than that. \nAs a certified Professional Cuddler\, they are passionate about touch rooted in consent and pleasure\, and will scream from the rooftops about how connection is vital to healing and living a joyful life. \nThis goblin helps perpetuate the rope bottom to self tier to Top pipeline and is proud of it.  \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/creating-intimacy-and-connection-within-a-rope-scene-with-sam/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
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SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-11-12/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241112T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240904T002931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T002931Z
UID:10000268-1731441600-1731447000@br.org
SUMMARY:Delicious Deprivation with TouchDeep and HeartBound
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nSensory deprivation is hot and powerful! This hands-on workshop is an excursion into using deprivation of sight\, hearing\, speech\, and touch to create deep\, intense experiences. We’ll go from beginning to advanced level with tools and techniques that Integrate into all aspects of kink. There are lots of opportunities throughout the workshop to get actual experience. \nPresenter Bio\nTouchDeep and HeartBound have brought their highly-engaging\, authentic style of presenting to dozens of events across the country. Their classes are about creating deep human connection\, sensual touch\, and exploring the sacred sexual completeness of the body/mind/spirit relationship (but without all of that “woo” talk!)\, in the context of kink and BDSM. \nThey lead practical\, energetic\, “try-it-now” classes\, that are often full-immersion\, dynamic\, hands-on experiences! All are hot\, fun\, and intense. \nYou’ll be delighted by their pretense-free\, down-to-earth\, classes that are superbly organized and fully researched. They love what they do (and each other: they’re lifetime-committed polyamorous partners)\, and it shows in every way. Participants love their unique approach to presenting! \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/delicious-deprivation-with-touchdeep-and-heartbound/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111140
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000224-1732041000-1732046400@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-11-19/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T001455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T001455Z
UID:10000271-1732046400-1732051800@br.org
SUMMARY:Fantasies Realized: The Art of Role Playing in Kink Content with Alisa Millard
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nReady to dive into your wildest fantasies? Join us for a playful and immersive workshop designed to help you bring your erotic role-play scenes to life! Whether you’re a newbie or an experienced player\, this class will guide you through exploring fantasies\, building characters\, and staying in the moment. \nWe’ll kick things off with a fun embodiment exercise to get you moving\, then dive into the juicy stuff—how to talk about your fantasies\, negotiate scenes\, and use breathwork and rituals to fully embody your character. Plus\, you’ll get tips on how to stay in the zone and navigate any slip-ups. \nWe’ll also cover the essentials of consent\, boundaries\, and aftercare to make sure your play is safe\, sexy\, and satisfying. By the end\, you’ll feel empowered to create hotter\, more connected role-play experiences. \nDuration: 75 minutes\nWho Should Attend: Kinksters of all levels \nPresenter Bio\nAlisa is a Somatica trained sex and relationship coach and the founder of Intimacy Illumination. With a passion for de-shamifying sexual and relationship experiences\, Alisa specializes in helping individuals and couples deepen their connections\, enhance communication\, and explore their desires in a judgment-free environment. As an active member of both the kink and LGBTQIA communities\, Alisa brings a unique\, inclusive perspective to her work\, ensuring that all clients feel seen\, respected\, and empowered in their journey toward deeper intimacy and self-awareness. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/fantasies-realized-the-art-of-role-playing-in-kink-content-with-alisa-millard/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://br.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/BR-Education-Header-Photo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000225-1732645800-1732651200@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-11-26/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241126T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T001816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T001816Z
UID:10000272-1732651200-1732656600@br.org
SUMMARY:Your PhD in Understanding Submissives with Undergroundsea
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nTake away models and terminology that will help you understand\, negotiate\, and (for s-types) explain your brand of submission. Learn about (a) 6 types of masochism\, (b) 3 core languages of D/s\, (c) 5 need centers of submissives\, (d) 9 motivation types of service submissives\, and (e) 2 distinct types of humiliation play. This class brings together highlights of multiple classes to give a broader picture of how submissives are wired. It often prompts breakthrough discussions for attendees. \nHelpful to \n\nDominants who wish for a broader understanding of submissives\nSubmissives who wish to learn models and terminology to examine and articulate their submission\n\nPresenter Bio\nUndergroundsea has been in kink for 20+ years. He presents nationally to help people understand kink\, especially submission.\n \nHe serves on Advisory Board for DomCon BDSM weekend conventions. He previously wrote BDSM columns\, represented BDSM on college campuses and mainstream forums\, and chaired Austin TNG.\n \nHe splits time between Austin and DC. He performed with a DC kinky burlesque/comedy troupe. He helped keep Austin weird by arranging fetish nights where he wrote\, performed in\, and picked music for fetish shows. BDSM influences his artistic expression in the form of fetish photography\, DJing music\, dance\, writings\, and kinky stand-up comedy. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/your-phd-in-understanding-submissives-with-undergroundsea/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://br.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/BR-Education-Header-Photo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000226-1733250600-1733256000@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-12-03/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241203T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T002114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002114Z
UID:10000274-1733256000-1733261400@br.org
SUMMARY:Mummification with Blackthorne
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nIn this class we will talk about safety precautions\, materials\, forms of mummification and sensory deprivation and some activities to enjoy while encased. The main material involved in the demo portion will be pallet wrap\, but other forms and materials will be discussed and several examples will be available to see and feel. \nPresenter Bio\nBlackthorne (Stephen) has been involved in the DC scene since 1999 and has been involved with The Crucible since joining the public scene\, and is now a manager and Board member for the organization. He has taught several classes for events such as Camp Crucible\, TESFest\, Floating World\, and the Black Rose conventions\, as well as for the Black Rose organization\, BESS\, Baltimore Playhouse\, and The Crucible at Dungeon 101. He enjoys many kinks\, mummification among them. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/mummification-with-blackthorne-2/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
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ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241205T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240710T131520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T131520Z
UID:10000195-1733427900-1733434200@br.org
SUMMARY:BR Gateway - December 2024
DESCRIPTION:Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations. \nWe cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy\, Negotiations to Aftercare\, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading: \n\n\n\n\n\nThinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)\nGateway Attendee FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\nBR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one\, but you can get a lot more by attending both. \nGateway is in person at The Crucible.  \n\nBR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway. \nASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice. \nEmail gateway@br.org for more information about this program\, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.
URL:https://br.org/event/br-gateway-december-2024/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gateway
ORGANIZER;CN="Gateway Team":MAILTO:gateway@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000227-1733855400-1733860800@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-12-10/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241210T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T002003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002003Z
UID:10000273-1733860800-1733866200@br.org
SUMMARY:Bondage on a Budget (Community Outreach Class) with Doña NyteMare
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nStarting out into this wonderful world of kink doesn’t have to cost you an arm and leg. I will show you some creative and inexpensive ways to enjoy kink and not break the bank. \nPresenter Bio\nI have been active in the kink community since 1998\, beginning as a submissive and now as a dominant. I am the happy owner of my boy Len for the past 8 years and enjoy sharing my knowledge with others.\n \nAs a Community Outreach event\, this class is free. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/bondage-on-a-budget-community-outreach-class-with-dona-nytemare/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://br.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/BR-Education-Header-Photo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000228-1734460200-1734465600@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2024-12-17/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T002334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002334Z
UID:10000275-1734465600-1734471000@br.org
SUMMARY:BDSM Fuck-Ups: How They Happen and How to Move Past Them with Carmen Monoxide
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nNo one is perfect\, and everyone is bound to screw up in some capacity over time. Preventing problems before they happen is great\, but how you respond to a scene gone sideways or making a mistake is equally important\, with big repercussions for everyone involved. This class utilizes discussion and case study-style re-enactments to break down common errors and best practices for players. This class features discussion of consent violations\, abuse\, and assault as an integral part of the educational content. A TW will be provided at the beginning of class.\n \nPresenter Bio\nA former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy\, Carmen Monoxide (she/they) also works as a kink professional\, event organizer\, sex educator\, and relationship coach. She has presented for small\, medium\, and large events across North America. She founded Femme Fatale\, a kink event company\, and throws monthly parties in the Washington\, DC area. She sometimes takes her clothes off and performs onstage and on camera\, and is passionate about helping people overcome fear and shame in order to have authentic\, fulfilling\, sexy experiences. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/bdsm-fuck-ups-how-they-happen-and-how-to-move-past-them-with-carmen-monoxide/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://br.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/BR-Education-Header-Photo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241224T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T002806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002806Z
UID:10000278-1735070400-1735075800@br.org
SUMMARY:NO CLASS - Christmas Eve
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://br.org/event/no-class-christmas-eve/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:!Exception,Tuesday Night
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241231T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240925T002959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240925T002959Z
UID:10000279-1735675200-1735680600@br.org
SUMMARY:NO CLASS - New Year's Eve
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://br.org/event/no-class-new-years-eve/
LOCATION:DC
CATEGORIES:!Exception,Tuesday Night
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20241217T200503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T200503Z
UID:10000295-1735847100-1735853400@br.org
SUMMARY:BR Gateway - January 2025
DESCRIPTION:Black Rose (BR) Gateway is a great way to get a lot of information about the local kink community before you commit any unintentional faux pax because everyone (except you) knew about the community and social expectations. \nWe cover topics ranging from from Consent to Privacy\, Negotiations to Aftercare\, and ensure that everyone is aware of our aggressive stand against certain types of behaviors. You can learn more about what you can expect from BR Gateway by reading: \n\n\n\n\n\nThinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)\nGateway Attendee FAQ\n\n\n\n\n\nBR Gateway and Dungeon 101 work together like a lecture/lab combination class; you can get a lot from attending either one\, but you can get a lot more by attending both. \nGateway is in person at The Crucible.  \n\nBR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway. \nASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice. \nEmail gateway@br.org for more information about this program\, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.
URL:https://br.org/event/br-gateway-january-2025/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gateway
ORGANIZER;CN="Gateway Team":MAILTO:gateway@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000231-1736274600-1736280000@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2025-01-07/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250107T213000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20241113T021113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T021113Z
UID:10000287-1736280000-1736285400@br.org
SUMMARY:Beginnings & Endings: Transitioning Into & Out of Scenes with AbundantMischief
DESCRIPTION:Class Description\nEver get excited while making play plans\, but then feel unsure of how to start once it’s time to play? Do you start to get tired or feel “done” mid-scene\, but are uncertain about how to wind things down? \nThis class provides tools and strategies for navigating the transitions between everyday life and play time\, and back again\, including: \n\nStrategies for shifting your focus in preparation for a scene\nHow to set the mood for the kind of scene you and your play partner want to have\nApproaches to starting a scene\, for both tops and bottoms\nConsiderations for which starting approaches work best for various types of play\nApproaches for ending a scene\, for both tops and bottoms\nConsiderations for which ending approaches are most suitable for various mid-scene situations\nStrategies for providing smooth transitions from play headspace to aftercare to everyday life\n\nPresenter Bio\nAbundantMischief is a queer polyamorous toppy switch\, gleeful sadomasochist\, and enthusiastic boot fetishist. She has been active in the Northeast US kink community for over 16 years\, and enjoys bringing crossover knowledge from her 2 decades of experience as a professional dancer\, circus artist\, and performing arts educator into her kink teaching. She has taught for Dark Odyssey\, TES\, TESFest\, Tethered Together\, IMsLBB\, Pragmatic Kink\, MAsT: Auckland\, CUFF\, House of Kush\, House of SCK\, and Black Rose. \nTickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members. \nAll ticket sales are at the door. \n\nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nAccessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/beginnings-endings-transitioning-into-out-of-scenes-with-abundantmischief/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Tuesday Night
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://br.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/BR-Education-Header-Photo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Education Team":MAILTO:education@br.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T111141
CREATED:20240714T210928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T144609Z
UID:10000232-1736879400-1736884800@br.org
SUMMARY:Black Rose Munch
DESCRIPTION:Join us before Tuesday Education for our BYOD (Bring Your Own Dinner) Munch! Bring a brown bag from home or your favorite takeout to the Crucible and get to know people before class. Come enjoy food\, fun discussions\, and meet like-minded folks.
URL:https://br.org/event/black-rose-munch-fy25/2025-01-14/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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