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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-fy27/2026-12-15/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T012253Z
CREATED:20260606T012153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T012253Z
UID:10000931-1797276600-1797276600@br.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.
URL:https://br.org/event/board-meeting-fy27/2026-12-14/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board,Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261212T170000
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SUMMARY:Tickle SIG play party
DESCRIPTION:Come laugh with us! \nWe ask all participants to review the rules and “What to Expect at a TickleSIG” party in the Tickle DC – Washington Metro Area Ticking group. \nTickle SIG party begins at noon and goes til 5pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Bring a pot luck dish – maybe even something inspired by Thanksgiving – and your toy bag. \nNo alcohol\, smoking or drugs are permitted\, and you must be fully vaccinated for COVID. \nWhether you are new to tickling or experienced\, you are welcome to join in on the fun.
URL:https://br.org/event/tickle-sig-play-party-2026/2026-12-12/
LOCATION:Tickle SIG Herndon location\, Herndon\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups,Tickle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000885-1796754600-1796760000@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-fy27/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T235900
DTSTAMP:20260119T014233Z
CREATED:20260119T014015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T014233Z
UID:10000728-1796412600-1796428740@br.org
SUMMARY:Dungeon 101
DESCRIPTION:Dungeon 101 serves as an introduction into public BDSM play. If you have never attended a public BDSM play event\, it can be a bit daunting. The Dungeon 101 class is specifically designed to make you feel comfortable at your first public BDSM dungeon event. Attendees and presenters come from a diverse cross section of the community\, all orientations\, genders and kinks are welcome. You are welcome to come alone\, bring a friend or bring a bunch of friends. \nFrom 7:30 until 8:00 PM will be social time. Starting at 8:00 PM\, there will be a talk on scene etiquette and an opportunity to learn about the dungeon itself. Directly following will be a “Exploratorium” event until 11:00 PM where you can try and/or experience many different kinds of play scenes. The idea is for it to be a fun evening for everyone! \nNo advance tickets are available for this event –  please plan to arrive early and pay at the door. \n  \n$10 with Gateway card\,\n$25 members with membership card\,\n$35 all others \nMore experienced folk come on out after 11:00 PM for Open Play. We ask that everyone except presenters keep their toy bags put away until Open Play starts to avoid confusion. No scenes or play permitted during the Exploratorium. \n  \nThis is an outreach event\, you do not need to be a BR or Crucible member to attend. \nIn order to foster a learning environment\, there is no sex allowed at Dungeon 101\, and no alcohol is sold. This applies all night\, even during open play after the Exploratorium has concluded. \nYou must be at least 18 years of age. Government-issued photo ID required for entry.
URL:https://br.org/event/dungeon-101-2026/2026-12-04/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dungeon 101,Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T213000
DTSTAMP:20251119T025338Z
CREATED:20251119T025338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T025338Z
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SUMMARY:BR Gateway - December 2026
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-2026/
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:20261201T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000884-1796149800-1796155200@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-fy27/2026-12-01/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000883-1795545000-1795550400@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-fy27/2026-11-24/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000882-1794940200-1794945600@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-fy27/2026-11-17/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260103T024116Z
CREATED:20260103T023958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T024116Z
UID:10000706-1794657600-1794675600@br.org
SUMMARY:Tickle SIG play party
DESCRIPTION:Come laugh with us! \nWe ask all participants to review the rules and “What to Expect at a TickleSIG” party in the Tickle DC – Washington Metro Area Ticking group. \nTickle SIG party begins at noon and goes til 5pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Bring a pot luck dish – maybe even something inspired by Thanksgiving – and your toy bag. \nNo alcohol\, smoking or drugs are permitted\, and you must be fully vaccinated for COVID. \nWhether you are new to tickling or experienced\, you are welcome to join in on the fun.
URL:https://br.org/event/tickle-sig-play-party-2026/2026-11-14/
LOCATION:Tickle SIG Herndon location\, Herndon\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups,Tickle
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000881-1794335400-1794340800@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-fy27/2026-11-10/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T012253Z
CREATED:20260606T012153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T012253Z
UID:10000930-1794252600-1794252600@br.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.
URL:https://br.org/event/board-meeting-fy27/2026-11-09/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board,Members Only
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261106T235900
DTSTAMP:20260119T014233Z
CREATED:20260119T014015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T014233Z
UID:10000727-1793993400-1794009540@br.org
SUMMARY:Dungeon 101
DESCRIPTION:Dungeon 101 serves as an introduction into public BDSM play. If you have never attended a public BDSM play event\, it can be a bit daunting. The Dungeon 101 class is specifically designed to make you feel comfortable at your first public BDSM dungeon event. Attendees and presenters come from a diverse cross section of the community\, all orientations\, genders and kinks are welcome. You are welcome to come alone\, bring a friend or bring a bunch of friends. \nFrom 7:30 until 8:00 PM will be social time. Starting at 8:00 PM\, there will be a talk on scene etiquette and an opportunity to learn about the dungeon itself. Directly following will be a “Exploratorium” event until 11:00 PM where you can try and/or experience many different kinds of play scenes. The idea is for it to be a fun evening for everyone! \nNo advance tickets are available for this event –  please plan to arrive early and pay at the door. \n  \n$10 with Gateway card\,\n$25 members with membership card\,\n$35 all others \nMore experienced folk come on out after 11:00 PM for Open Play. We ask that everyone except presenters keep their toy bags put away until Open Play starts to avoid confusion. No scenes or play permitted during the Exploratorium. \n  \nThis is an outreach event\, you do not need to be a BR or Crucible member to attend. \nIn order to foster a learning environment\, there is no sex allowed at Dungeon 101\, and no alcohol is sold. This applies all night\, even during open play after the Exploratorium has concluded. \nYou must be at least 18 years of age. Government-issued photo ID required for entry.
URL:https://br.org/event/dungeon-101-2026/2026-11-06/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dungeon 101,Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T213000
DTSTAMP:20251119T025304Z
CREATED:20251119T025304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T025304Z
UID:10000667-1793907900-1793914200@br.org
SUMMARY:BR Gateway - November 2026
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-2026/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Gateway
ORGANIZER;CN="Gateway Team":MAILTO:gateway@br.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000880-1793730600-1793736000@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-fy27/2026-11-03/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000879-1793125800-1793131200@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-fy27/2026-10-27/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T200000
DTSTAMP:20251116T151424Z
CREATED:20251116T151022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T151424Z
UID:10000657-1792693800-1792699200@br.org
SUMMARY:New and Curious Kinksters
DESCRIPTION:Black Rose’s New and Curious Kinksters (or NaCK)\, is a discussion group designed for people who are new(ish) to the scene. While we highly recommend all new kinksters check out Gateway (the first/last Thursday of each month – always the day before D101) and Dungeon 101 (the first Friday of each month) and come with questions about their experiences\, it is not required\, and we welcome anyone new to kink. Please note NaCK is for asking questions\, there will be no presentation or monologuing. \nWe meet the 4th Thursday of the month from 6:30 to 8:00pm. We are going to try out having virtual NaCK. I know many of us have Zoom fatigue\, but this is a more responsible approach. We’ll chat about whatever comes up – everything from “what do I wear to the club?” to “I had this great scene\, but this part didn’t go well. What do you suggest?” NaCK has a rotating group of experienced kinksters come in to answer questions\, so the discussion is always a little bit different\, and we aim to provide a variety of answers from different D/s roles\, genders\, races\, and backgrounds. \nIf you are still in the beginning of your kink journey\, we hope you’ll come join us to ask questions and share advice. We’d love to have you!
URL:https://br.org/event/nack-2026/2026-10-22/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NaCK,Special Interest Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="NaCK SIG":MAILTO:nack@br.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T213000
DTSTAMP:20260830T203524Z
CREATED:20260830T203524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T203524Z
UID:10000957-1792526400-1792531800@br.org
SUMMARY:Consensual Brutality with Sasquatch
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nConsensual brutality is an intensely personal type of impact play. Like rough body play\, it includes punching and kicking\, and frequently adds biting\, spitting\, stomping\, body manipulation\, and other forms of extreme physical engagement. Consensual brutality requires its practitioners to conduct advanced negotiations\, and to be aware of potential mental and emotional effects that come along with such intense play. \nThis class will include a lecture and a demonstration. \nSAFETY NOTE: For everyone’s safety\, no one will be admitted to class more than 30 minutes after it begins. \nPresenter Bio\nSasquatch/Sas (he/him) has been an active member and volunteer in the DC public kink scene since the start of the millenia. He is a queer polyamorist with invisible disabilities\, living on unceded Nacotchtank lands. He is a heavy switch with a slant towards unconventional implements like swords and crowbars. He is immensely proud of his co-presenter and Property. Sas is an Emeritus Board Member of Black Rose\, and he presents\, demos\, and volunteers as often as feasible. Outside of the kink community\, he is frequently found still volunteering and proving that you’re never too old to be a gamer nerd. \nMeredith has been doing kinky stuff for over 20 years. She identifies as queer\, a masochist\, an s-type\, Leather\, and an educator. She has been on staff for Black Rose since 2015 and is currently the director of the BR Gateway program.\n \n\nTo minimize disruption\, there will be no admittance after 8:30. \nThis is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play\, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class. \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. \nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/consensual-brutality-with-sasquatch/
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:20261020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000878-1792521000-1792526400@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-fy27/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T213000
DTSTAMP:20260830T203317Z
CREATED:20260830T203317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T203317Z
UID:10000956-1791921600-1791927000@br.org
SUMMARY:Owning Your Power: Femme Sadism with Bluejai
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nClaim your appetite for intensity—without apology. Owning Your Power: Femme Sadism is an affirming\, skills-forward workshop for anyone who identifies as female\, femme\, or feminine who’s curious about—or already practicing—sadism in consensual kink. We’ll unpack the baggage around the word “sadist\,” map the difference between dominance and sadism\, and explore what femme power looks like in the scene\, especially when your partner is physically larger or stronger. Expect practical tools for negotiation\, scene design\, risk navigation\, and aftercare—plus confidence-building frameworks to name and own what you want. \nNotes \n\nInclusive of trans women\, nonbinary femmes\, and all bodies.\nContent will discuss pain\, power exchange\, and restraint in a consent-centered way.\n\nLearning Outcomes: \nBy the end of this class\, participants will be able to: \n\nDefine sadism in a kink context and articulate how it differs from dominance and from “femdom” as an aesthetic/genre.\nIdentify and challenge social conditioning that makes many femme tops reluctant to claim “sadist.”\nNegotiate clearly for enthusiastic\, informed consent (RACK/SSC)\, including limits\, risk tradeoffs\, and aftercare needs.\nDesign and control scenes with partners who are physically larger/stronger\, using leverage\, positioning\, pacing\, communication\, and environmental controls.\nApply trauma-aware\, identity-inclusive practices to cultivate safety\, respect\, and resilience.\nBuild a personal code of ethical sadism and a roadmap for ongoing skill development.\n\nWho This Class Is For: \n\nAnyone who identifies as female\, femme\, or feminine—from curious beginners to seasoned tops looking to refine their craft.\nAll those in support of femme sadists are welcome.\n\n\nPresenter Bio\nBluejai\, aka “The Original” Jen\, has been kicking around the public scene since 1998\, when she unknowingly stumbled into her first play party while attending a non-kink convention in Atlanta. Over her long tenure in the public scene\, she has been an active volunteer with Black Rose\, The Crucible\, BBN\, CLUE\, and Camp Crucible. \nWhile she has since hung up her volunteer badge\, Bluejai still loves teaching on a variety of kink topics. When she is not doing the kinky stuff\, she can usually be found in her garage working on any number of furniture refinishing projects\, stalking thrift shops for vintage finds\, or hanging out with her husband\, Shutterdoll\, and their four furry overlords.\n \n\nTo minimize disruption\, there will be no admittance after 8:30. \nThis is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play\, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class. \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. \nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/owning-your-power-femme-sadism-with-bluejai/
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:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
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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-fy27/2026-10-13/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260606T012253Z
CREATED:20260606T012153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260606T012253Z
UID:10000929-1791833400-1791833400@br.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.
URL:https://br.org/event/board-meeting-fy27/2026-10-12/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board,Members Only
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261010T170000
DTSTAMP:20260103T024116Z
CREATED:20260103T023958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T024116Z
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SUMMARY:Tickle SIG play party
DESCRIPTION:Come laugh with us! \nWe ask all participants to review the rules and “What to Expect at a TickleSIG” party in the Tickle DC – Washington Metro Area Ticking group. \nTickle SIG party begins at noon and goes til 5pm on the 2nd Saturday of each month. Bring a pot luck dish – maybe even something inspired by Thanksgiving – and your toy bag. \nNo alcohol\, smoking or drugs are permitted\, and you must be fully vaccinated for COVID. \nWhether you are new to tickling or experienced\, you are welcome to join in on the fun.
URL:https://br.org/event/tickle-sig-play-party-2026/2026-10-10/
LOCATION:Tickle SIG Herndon location\, Herndon\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups,Tickle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T213000
DTSTAMP:20260830T202948Z
CREATED:20260830T202948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T202948Z
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SUMMARY:Feed Your Senses: Exploring Food Play in Kink & Content with Temptress Mango
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\n“Are you hungry to explore the erotic possibilities of food play? Temptress Mango is serving up a feast for your imagination—and your appetite. \nIn Feed Your Senses: Exploring Food Play in Kink & Content\, Temptress Mango blends hands-on education with live demonstration to showcase how food can become a tool for pleasure\, creativity\, and connection. Attendees will learn practical techniques for incorporating food safely and effectively into both personal play and on-camera performances\, including setup tips\, cleanup strategies\, and ways to engage multiple senses through texture\, temperature\, and taste. \nFrom decadent desserts and sticky sweet scenes to power dynamics that blur indulgence and control\, this workshop explores food play as both an erotic art form and a medium for expression. Temptress Mango will discuss consent and boundaries\, hygiene and preparation\, and the psychological elements that make feeding\, restraint\, and sensory teasing so powerfully intimate. \nWhether you’re a Dominant\, submissive\, performer\, or simply curious about mixing flavor with fantasy\, you’ll leave inspired—and equipped—to bring more taste\, texture\, and temptation into your play.” \nPresenter Bio\nTemptress Mango is a sensual BDSM educator\, Pro Financial Dominatrix\, and creative visionary whose work bridges the worlds of art\, healing\, and kink. With a background in art education and art therapy\, she brings a deep understanding of creative process\, emotional expression\, and embodied transformation into her teaching and performances. As a former art educator and current graduate student in art therapy\, Mango blends psychological insight with aesthetic mastery\, transforming her workshops into immersive experiences that nourish both the senses and the psyche. \n\nTo minimize disruption\, there will be no admittance after 8:30. \nThis is not a play party. Do not attempt to engage in scenes or solicit others for play\, except for labbing as part of a workshop-style class. \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. \nEmail info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events. \nIf you have questions or would like to request a class topic\, please email education@br.org
URL:https://br.org/event/feed-your-senses-exploring-food-play-in-kink-content-with-temptress-mango/
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:20261006T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
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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-fy27/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261005T210000
DTSTAMP:20260808T011228Z
CREATED:20260808T011228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260808T011228Z
UID:10000951-1791225000-1791234000@br.org
SUMMARY:D/s Discussion Group: Bratting in Power Exchange
DESCRIPTION:RSVP on Fet now! \nCome one and all to a group for the discussion of any and all topics D and s. This group is intended to be a resource for people of all levels of experience and\, as such\, everyone is encouraged to attend. Please bring all questions you may have about D/s\, M/s\, rituals\, victuals\, brats\, splats\, and mats. \nThe topic of tonight’s discussion is Vetting your Information Sources. There is so much information\, online and off\, about power exchange. How do you know what’s right\, or what’s right for you? Although there is a topic for the discussion\, this group is meant to be a place for sharing and we will not be strict about keeping to the topic. \nFor this event\, we will be hosting at the Thomas Jefferson Library in West Falls Church. We will be in Meeting Rooms 1 and 2. Light refreshments are permitted in the meeting rooms. \nPlease RSVP as Going if you want to go!
URL:https://br.org/event/d-s-discussion-group-bratting-in-power-exchange-4/
LOCATION:TJ Library\, 7415 Arlington Blvd\, Falls Church\, 22042\, United States
CATEGORIES:D/s,Special Interest Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261002T235900
DTSTAMP:20260119T014233Z
CREATED:20260119T014015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T014233Z
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SUMMARY:Dungeon 101
DESCRIPTION:Dungeon 101 serves as an introduction into public BDSM play. If you have never attended a public BDSM play event\, it can be a bit daunting. The Dungeon 101 class is specifically designed to make you feel comfortable at your first public BDSM dungeon event. Attendees and presenters come from a diverse cross section of the community\, all orientations\, genders and kinks are welcome. You are welcome to come alone\, bring a friend or bring a bunch of friends. \nFrom 7:30 until 8:00 PM will be social time. Starting at 8:00 PM\, there will be a talk on scene etiquette and an opportunity to learn about the dungeon itself. Directly following will be a “Exploratorium” event until 11:00 PM where you can try and/or experience many different kinds of play scenes. The idea is for it to be a fun evening for everyone! \nNo advance tickets are available for this event –  please plan to arrive early and pay at the door. \n  \n$10 with Gateway card\,\n$25 members with membership card\,\n$35 all others \nMore experienced folk come on out after 11:00 PM for Open Play. We ask that everyone except presenters keep their toy bags put away until Open Play starts to avoid confusion. No scenes or play permitted during the Exploratorium. \n  \nThis is an outreach event\, you do not need to be a BR or Crucible member to attend. \nIn order to foster a learning environment\, there is no sex allowed at Dungeon 101\, and no alcohol is sold. This applies all night\, even during open play after the Exploratorium has concluded. \nYou must be at least 18 years of age. Government-issued photo ID required for entry.
URL:https://br.org/event/dungeon-101-2026/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dungeon 101,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T213000
DTSTAMP:20251119T025224Z
CREATED:20251119T025224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T025224Z
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SUMMARY:BR Gateway - October 2026
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-2026/
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:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T004607Z
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
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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-fy27/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260925T233000
DTSTAMP:20260810T233948Z
CREATED:20260810T233948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T233948Z
UID:10000954-1790370000-1790379000@br.org
SUMMARY:BR Presents: September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us this month for BR Presents: . RSVP here! \n  \nThis is an 18+ event! \n \nBlack Rose/Crucible Members: $25\nGuests:$35\nYou must be a Crucible or Black Rose member or the guest of a member to attend. \nDoors open at 9PM \nThere will be non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase\, and plenty of complementary snacks. \nBlack Rose seeks to empower the community and celebrates diversity in gender\, race\, sexual orientation\, and abilities. We seek to foster an open and warm environment for all. \nHave questions about Black Rose? Find a friendly face at the social and chat them up! Interested in becoming a Black Rose Member? (you totally should) Click here! \nMasks are always welcome. \n 
URL:https://br.org/event/br-presents-september-2026/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Socials
ORGANIZER;CN="Socials Team":MAILTO:socials@br.org
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