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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-fy27/2026-08-25/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T183000
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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-fy27/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260811T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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-fy27/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260808T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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-2026/2026-08-08/
LOCATION:Tickle SIG Herndon location\, Herndon\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups,Tickle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T235900
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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-101-2026/2026-08-07/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dungeon 101,Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260806T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T025051Z
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SUMMARY:BR Gateway - August 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-august-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:20260804T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260804T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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-fy27/2026-08-04/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T213000
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SUMMARY:Know Before You Heaux: Vetting 101 with Sir Push Ur Limitz and BiteMeThere
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nKnow Before You Heaux: Vetting 101 is a candid discussion between Sir PushUrLimitz and BiteMeThere about protecting your peace\, your body\, your reputation\, and your time. We’ll dig into the realities of navigating kink spaces\, from spotting red flags and verifying reputations to understanding how manipulation\, performative dominance\, and community dynamics can complicate even the most seasoned kinkster’s judgment. \nDuring this discussion\, we’ll explore \n\nThe fundamentals of effective vetting (online and in-person)\nWhy gatekeeping is dangerous\nHow predators\, opportunists\, and “role players” slip through the cracks\nWhy experience can sometimes make people less cautious\nBuilding trusted networks and using community knowledge wisely\nAsking the hard questions that protect you before you play\n\nCome ready for Real Talk\, shared experiences\, and practical tools to help you move through kink spaces with clarity and confidence. \nAll skill levels/kink levels are welcome; This is a great class for newbies to the scene as well as veterans\, as a refresher course. \nTotal time: 90 minutes \nThis class will involve participation from the crowd\, where we hope we can invite people to ask questions and share their own stories of vetting wins or fails. We want everyone to walk away with a renewed sense of confidence in their vetting process.\n \nPresenter Bio\nI have been known as BiteMeThere for the last 15 years. My path in the kink space has been anything but linear. My journey has largely centered around building communities where people who look like me can thrive. Through my writings\, teaching\, and community engagement\, I continue to explore the intersections of power dynamics\, service\, vulnerability\, and what it means to trust. I value honest conversations that allow room for feedback in its many forms; it will always be my goal to build intentional relationships that propel this community\, our community\, forward in a positive way.I believe that kink is best experienced when all participants are given the space and freedom to be seen\, heard\, respected\, and safe to explore their pleasure. \nWidely known as Sir PUL\, he is a Male Dominant Heterosexual Leather (MDHL f/s) with more than 14 years of experience in the lifestyle. Recognized as a Sensual Sadist\, Daddy\, Protector\, and Educator\, he is deeply committed to mentorship\, communication\, and personal growth within the community. A proud member of the NASSORS Leather Brotherhood\, he also serves as a host and producer for Black & Kinky DC\, helping create safer spaces for education\, exploration\, and fellowship throughout the DMV area. Originally beginning his journey in New York City\, Sir PUL has remained active in community projects and events across the East Coast. Guided by the belief that “none of us is as smart as all of us\,” he continues to prioritize learning\, leadership\, and connection within the lifestyle. \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/know-before-you-heaux-vetting-101-with-sir-push-ur-limitz-and-bitemethere/
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:20260728T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260728T200000
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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-fy27/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20251116T151022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T151424Z
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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-2026/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:NaCK,Special Interest Groups
ORGANIZER;CN="NaCK SIG":MAILTO:nack@br.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260520T003613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T003833Z
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SUMMARY:Give It To Me! Maintaining Dominance While Being Fucked with Skeleton_Bitch
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nDominating and topping are not one and the same and dominance doesn’t end when you’re the one being penetrated. In this workshop\, we’ll explore how to maintain authority\, control\, and presence even while your body is receiving. Through discussion\, demos\, and guided exercises\, we’ll unpack strategies for commanding the pace\, tone\, and energy of the scene\, whether you’re with one partner or many. \nParticipants will learn: \n\nTechniques for staying in charge while in physically “submissive” positions\nNegotiation tools to establish clear expectations and boundaries\nBody language\, voice\, and psychological strategies that reinforce dominance\nWays to navigate shifting power dynamics with confidence and creativity\n\nThis class is designed for Dominants\, Switches\, and anyone curious about holding power in positions that are often coded as passive. This class is also for submissives who like being the active partner. All genders\, orientations\, and experience levels are welcome. Come ready to challenge assumptions\, sharpen your skills\, and claim your dominance\, no matter what your body is doing. \nPresenter Bio\nSkeleton_Bitch (they/them)\, aka Lizzie\, aka Picasso of Pain\, is a disabled\, genderfluid dominant/sadist/artist. They are one of the hosts of the monthly queer-centered play party\, @qinkdc\, and the Director of Education for @br_BlackRose. They have been participating in kink since 2006 and part of the DMV kink community since 2022. They have been navigating the nuances of being kinky while living with multiple chronic illnesses and being autistic with ADHD (AuDHD) and what that means for them as a dominant\, top\, and organizer. They also love artistic\, high-concept scenes that bring various media and forms of expression to play. \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/give-it-to-me-maintaining-dominance-while-being-fucked-with-skeleton_bitch/
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:20260721T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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-fy27/2026-07-21/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000864-1784053800-1784059200@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-fy27/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
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-2026/2026-07-11/
LOCATION:Tickle SIG Herndon location\, Herndon\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups,Tickle
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260520T003418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T003418Z
UID:10000759-1783454400-1783459800@br.org
SUMMARY:21st Century Service with AJ Renard
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nToday’s tools and technology provide a number of opportunities for service. From organizing travel\, planning meals\, keeping a butler book\, and more\, we will talk about how to enhance your service via technology. This class also discusses using these tools to help with other service challenges\, like memory and organization. \nPresenter Bio\nAJ Renard (she/her) has been involved in the BDSM world her entire adult life\, although she was a dark little thing far before that. AJ is an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist and has a deep passion for teaching about the intersection of BDSM and mental health. She finds her happy place when there is rope\, electricity\, knives\, boots\, fear\, and a lot of crying involved. \nAJ teaches a variety of classes about consent\, negotiations\, perspectives on D/s\, bottoming for intense scenes and edgeplay\, mental health and BDSM\, and behavioral science in PE dynamics. Additionally\, she often teaches about BDSM in non-kink spaces\, hoping to de-stigmatize kink for therapists and medical professionals. She also loves demo bottoming for Violet Wand demos\, and things that make her shy in front of groups of people. \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/21st-century-service-with-aj-renard/
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:20260707T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260520T004055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T004607Z
UID:10000863-1783449000-1783454400@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-fy27/2026-07-07/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260703T235900
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260119T014015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T014233Z
UID:10000723-1783107000-1783123140@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-101-2026/2026-07-03/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dungeon 101,Education
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T194500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20251119T025008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T025008Z
UID:10000663-1783021500-1783027800@br.org
SUMMARY:BR Gateway - July 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-july-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:20260630T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260520T003307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T003307Z
UID:10000758-1782849600-1782855000@br.org
SUMMARY:Living as Fat & Kinky - A Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nJoin us for an honest\, nuanced\, and affirming panel exploring being fat and kinky. This conversation brings together fat kinksters\, educators\, and community members to unpack how body size shapes experiences of desire\, power\, visibility\, and safety within kink spaces. \nTogether\, we’ll explore: \n\nChallenging fatphobia in kink and BDSM communities\nNegotiating consent\, boundaries\, and embodiment in fat bodies\nThe complexities of fetishization vs. genuine desire\nAccessibility\, play adaptations\, and creating affirming scenes\nReclaiming pleasure\, agency\, and self-expression on our own terms\n\nPresenter Bio\nMo or @MoProblems (any/all) is a queer genderfluid kinkster entering a second year in the local DC scene. Mo has been exploring what it means to exist on both sides of the slash. A frequent student of Black Rose\, Mo is a new presenter with a decade of experience as a trainer and coach\, and nearly 20 years of experience with both sides of a blowjob. \nNytemare: I 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. \nSkeleton_Bitch (they/them)\, aka Lizzie\, aka Picasso of Pain\, is a disabled\, genderfluid dominant/sadist/artist. They are one of the hosts of the monthly queer-centered play party\, @qinkdc\, and the Director of Education for @br_BlackRose. They have been participating in kink since 2006 and part of the DMV kink community since 2022. They have been navigating the nuances of being kinky while living with multiple chronic illnesses and being autistic with ADHD (AuDHD) and what that means for them as a dominant\, top\, and organizer. They also love artistic\, high-concept scenes that bring various media and forms of expression to play. \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/living-as-fat-kinky-a-panel-discussion/
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:20260630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260630T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20250430T004106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T184913Z
UID:10000590-1782844200-1782849600@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-fy26/2026-06-30/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20251116T151022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251116T151424Z
UID:10000653-1782412200-1782417600@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-2026/2026-06-25/
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:20260623T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260412T161944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T161944Z
UID:10000751-1782244800-1782250200@br.org
SUMMARY:We Like it Rough: Rough Body Play Basics with B_Profane
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nHas this ever happened to you – you want to play with someone\, but toys are too fancy or expensive\, or your toybag is too samey\, too cumbersome\, or too confiscated by airport security? Well good news\, because rough body play is here. Learn to use the resources your chosen creator gave you for impact\, restraint\, struggling\, and ordeals. From head to toes\, we’ll show you how to use your body to craft a scene by blending punches\, pressure points\, kicks\, and stomps. Things covered include how to hit\, where to hit\, when to stop and keep going….the who to hit will be up to you. \nPresenter Bio\nB_Profane has been part of the DMV BDSM Community for 20 years. In that time he has volunteered at a variety of events as staff\, presented classes\, and served as a demo top.\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/we-like-it-rough-rough-body-play-basics-with-b_profane/
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:20260623T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260623T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20250430T004106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T184913Z
UID:10000589-1782239400-1782244800@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-fy26/2026-06-23/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260412T161809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T161822Z
UID:10000750-1781640000-1781645400@br.org
SUMMARY:Mummification with Blackthorne
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass 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. \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/mummification-with-blackthorne-3/
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:20260616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20250430T004106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T184913Z
UID:10000588-1781634600-1781640000@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-fy26/2026-06-16/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260103T023958Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260103T024116Z
UID:10000701-1781352000-1781370000@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-2026/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Tickle SIG Herndon location\, Herndon\, VA\, United States
CATEGORIES:Special Interest Groups,Tickle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T213000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260412T161531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260412T161531Z
UID:10000749-1781035200-1781040600@br.org
SUMMARY:Flogging: An Impactful Art with Whittney
DESCRIPTION:Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice. \n\nClass Description\nThe art of flogging relies on a broad range of skills\, each of which are arts on their own. When brought together\, these skills transform flogging from being a simple impact scene into an expression of creativity that deepens the connection between the people involved. \nThis playshop focuses on presenting the skills of flogging as building blocks\, with suggestions on how to practice each and then integrate them into a cohesive whole. Together we’ll explore the typical skills: how to stand\, how to hold your tool\, and ways to throw. We will also explore: how to get your partner ready and connect to them\, how to use music\, create flow\, and most importantly\, how to have fun.\nThe goal of this playshop is to give you a way to practice that will let you create and develop your unique style and includes a great deal of opportunity for hands-on practice. \nAttendees are encouraged to bring a flogger\, or flogger-like toy (there are ways to make an easy rope flogger)\, and a partner to practice on. \nPresenter Bio\nWhittney is a kinky polymath with over 30 years of exploring BDSM and teaching on a wide variety of kinky and non-kinky subjects. A respected Priest in the Pagan community\, talented massage and yoga therapist\, and registered nurse\, he uses his diverse skill set to enrich his teaching and further his community service. He currently serves as a board member\, Safety Officer\, and Dungeon Daddy for The Crucible in Washington\, DC. \nWhittney and his Boy Willow lead SuspenDC\, a crew of kinky hook suspension artists specializing in tailored and transformative experiences. See the benefits and feel the advantage of a lifetime of experience and service to the BDSM community\, and come watch their team help people defy fear\, gravity\, and common sense as they Get Hooked and Fly! \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/flogging-an-impactful-art-with-whittney/
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:20260609T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T200000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20250430T004106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T184913Z
UID:10000587-1781029800-1781035200@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-fy26/2026-06-09/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260608T193000
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20250907T161945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T161945Z
UID:10000620-1780947000-1780947000@br.org
SUMMARY:Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.
URL:https://br.org/event/board-meeting-fy26/2026-06-08/
LOCATION:Zoom\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Board,Members Only
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T235900
DTSTAMP:20260520T052247
CREATED:20260119T014015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T014233Z
UID:10000722-1780687800-1780703940@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-101-2026/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:The Crucible\, 412 V St NE\, Washington\, DC\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dungeon 101,Education
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