Black Rose

BR Gateway - May 2024
2024-05-02 19:45 - 21:30 (America/New_York) | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
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.
We 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:

Thinking about attending Black Rose Gateway (overview of the program)
Gateway Attendee FAQ

BR 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.
Gateway is in person at The Crucible.

BR Gateway entry is only available for purchase at the door; Dungeon 101 tickets are the same. You cannot purchase D101 entry at BR Gateway.
ASL Interpreters are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks notice.
Email gateway@br.org for more information about this program, or info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its other events.

D/s Discussion Group: Expectations in Power Exchange
2024-05-06 18:30 - 21:00 | D/s SIG Arlington location, ARLINGTON, VA, United States
RSVP on Fet now!
Come 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.
The topic of tonight’s discussion is Expectations and Measures of Success in D/s. Power exchange in particular is one of those things people think they can be “bad at”. But how do you get good? What does “good” even mean? 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.
You are free to arrive anytime after 6:30. Before the discussion starts, there will be a chance to mingle and eat dinner. Please bring your own food or snacks if you want. Discussion will begin at 7:00.
For this event, we will be hosting in our home in Arlington, specifically West Arlington, roughly 3 blocks from East Falls Church Metro. Parking is abundant but fills quickly in the evening. We will give the address to those who RSVP “yes” (or contact ds@br.org).

Black Rose Munch
2024-05-07 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-05-14 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-05-21 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-04 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-11 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-25 18:30 - 20:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
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.

Meet The Candidates
2024-05-07 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Please join us on May 7th from 8:00 pm ET to 9:30 pm ET for Meet the Candidates Night
This is YOUR chance to learn more about your potential future Board Members, Arbiter, and Ombuds. You have a voice, use it to ask the candidates about their community values and what they see for the future of Black Rose. Ask your questions so you can be an informed voter for this year’s elections

Tickle SIG play party
2024-05-11 12:00 - 17:00, 2024-06-08 12:00 - 17:00 | Tickle SIG Herndon location, Herndon, VA, United States
Come laugh with us!
We ask all participants to review the rules and “What to Expect at a TickleSIG” party in the Tickle DC – Washington Metro Area Ticking group.
Tickle 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.
No alcohol, smoking or drugs are permitted, and you must be fully vaccinated for COVID.
Whether you are new to tickling or experienced, you are welcome to join in on the fun.

Board Meeting
2024-05-13 19:30, 2024-06-10 19:30 | Zoom, DC, United States
Please email info@br.org if you would like to attend.

Bound in a Minute with Willow
2024-05-14 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
From a cuff to a corset, this class is the answer for anyone who’s ever complained that rope bondage takes too long. Willow will discuss ways to increase your efficiency in motion and teach specific patterns to capture your partner that are quick and devilishly effective! This class can cover, sadistic, structural, and/or decorative ties, depending on the participants’ interests.
Presenter Bio
Willow is a queer sadomasochistic switch who will never tire of rope, blood, or hooks. Equally happy with a goofy, laugh-out-loud or nail-bitingly intense scene, kink is a core part of who he is and what he does. During the pandemic, Willow embraced online education and has garnered an international following on The Willow Show. He has a flair for getting others hooked with his approachable, engaging, and always entertaining teaching style. Willow shares his infectious excitement through a wide variety of hands-on classes, which you can see alongside his other shenanigans on Patreon and Fetlife: https://linktr.ee/TheWillowShow
As a medical professional and professional pervert, he can certainly say: one person’s torture, is another person’s Tuesday!

All ticket sales are at the door.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

Tongue and Mouth Torture with Carmen Monoxide
2024-05-21 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
We tend to think of our mouths in terms of what they can do to other people. However, the plethora of nerve endings and variety of tissues and textures make the mouth just as wonderful a target for sadism as the breasts or genitals. You’ll learn oral anatomy, bondage, impact, fear play, medical/blood play, and other creative forms of oral sadism in this class. We then combine the skills in a delightfully depraved mini-scene to help get your creative juices flowing! Please note: there will be an announcement before we transition into medical and blood play so those who prefer not to see that portion of the class may step away. We will also announce when that segment is ending so that anyone who has departed can return for the scene and Q&A!
Presenter Bio

A former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy, Carmen Monoxide (she/her) 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.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

New and Curious Kinksters
2024-05-23 18:30 - 20:00, 2024-06-27 18:30 - 20:00 | DC
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.
We 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.
If 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!

NO MUNCH - Camp Crucible
2024-05-28 18:30 - 20:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

NO CLASS - Camp Crucible
2024-05-28 20:00 - 21:30 | DC

D/s Discussion Group: Scene and Event Drop in Power Exchange
2024-06-03 18:30 - 21:00 | TJ Library, 7415 Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, 22042, United States
RSVP on Fet now!
Come 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.
The topic of tonight’s discussion is Scene and Event Drop in D/s. Power exchange is a really intense thing, and if you’ve been doing it for a while, whether for hours in a scene or days during an event, you might experience strong feelings of withdrawal. This is called Drop, and we’re going to talk about it tonight! Especially because this is the first day after Camp Crucible, and some of you will be experiencing it right now! 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.
For this event, we will be hosting at the Thomas Jefferson Library in West Falls Church. We will be in Meeting Room 2. Light refreshments are permitted in the meeting rooms.
Please RSVP as Going if you want to go!

Disability Perspectives in Kink Panel Discussion with Lizzie
2024-06-04 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
This panel on disability perspectives in kink has the purpose of fostering understanding, inclusivity, and empowerment within the kink community. By providing a platform for dialogue, education, and sharing of experiences, we are aiming to dismantle stigmas, address misconceptions, and advocate for the rights and needs of individuals with disabilities in kinky spaces. Through discussions on accessibility, consent, adaptation, and pleasure, we hope these kinds of panels promote a more inclusive and supportive environment where everyone can explore and express their desires authentically, regardless of ability.
This panel discussion will not encompass all disabilities and experiences, but is meant to help some folks start a dialogue and consider how going forward we can collectively normalize these conversations.
To better accommodate attendees and participants with a variety of disabilities, we are asking that attendees wear masks. Panelists will be at least 10 feet away from the audience and may choose whether or not to wear masks to accommodate those deaf/hard of hearing.
Presenter Bio

@Skeleton_Bitch (they/he/she), aka Lizzie, aka Picasso of Pain, is a disabled, genderfluid dominant/sadist/artist and one of the hosts of the monthly queer-centered play party, @qinkdc. 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.

@Mr_Fox (they/he) is a queer, neurodivergent & disabled, polyamorous kinkster with experience as a Dom, sub, and primal player. Fox is passionate and nerdy about mental health education and advocacy, community organizing, and facilitating connection and growth. Fox is a proud co-founder of The Compound at Camp Social Club, and the founder of Indecent Enterprises, hosting monthly community & play events in the DC, MD, and VA area from 2012 to 2021.

Alex McGeorge (@texarcana) has been involved with BDSM in the Washington, DC area for a truly boring amount of time. He currently is best known as co-organizer and event runner for The Crucible’s Dungeon 101. Alex has taught on spanking since 2012 through Dungeon 101 and other topics for events such as Black Rose, FetFest, MsC, CLAW Getaway 2022 and internationally. When not enjoying the suffering of others Alex works on the offensive side of computer security for a cloud provider, enjoys running around in nature and sometimes indulging in his compulsion to get into places he’s not supposed to be.

A former teacher with a lifelong passion for the bizarre and filthy, @CarmenMonoxide (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.
Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

BR Gateway - June 2024
2024-06-06 19:45 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

Pressure Points: Mapping Your Pleasure/Mapping Your Pain with Willow&Whittney
2024-06-11 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
In the movie, Everything You Wanted to Know About Sex …, a new husband complains to a friend that his wife is frigid. The friend asks the husband if he knows where her erogenous zones are. The husband’s reply, “Yes. Her father gave me a map!” Few of us have such accommodating in-laws, but with some time and a sense of adventure, you can map your own partner’s pleasure and pain spots. This playshop begins with an introduction to therapeutic trigger points and how to exploit them. Throughout the course, we will take a head-to-toe inventory and practice finding and manipulating these spots. Participants will walk away wearing a map for later kinky fun!
Presenter Bio

Willow is a queer sadomasochistic switch who will never tire of rope, blood, or hooks. Equally happy with a goofy, laugh-out-loud or nail-bitingly intense scene, kink is a core part of who he is and what he does. During the pandemic, Willow embraced online education and has garnered an international following on The Willow Show. He has a flair for getting others hooked with his approachable, engaging, and always entertaining teaching style. Willow shares his infectious excitement through a wide variety of hands-on classes, which you can see alongside his other shenanigans on Patreon and Fetlife: https://linktr.ee/TheWillowShow As a medical professional and professional pervert, he can certainly say: one person’s torture, is another person’s Tuesday! Whittney 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. Whittney 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!

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

NO MUNCH - Fusion
2024-06-18 18:30 - 20:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

NO CLASS - Fusion
2024-06-18 20:00 - 21:30 | DC

Black Rose Presents: Cool for the Summer
2024-06-21 21:00 - 23:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Want to beat the heat? Come and join in the fun in the sun for Black Rose Presents: Cool For The Summer!
Who says it can’t snow in June? Not us! Chill out with friends old and new with Black Rose for a fun and unique evening of snowflakes and winter thrills right in the heart of summer!
Will you be an Ice Queen, a scary Yeti, or a Snow Princess? Let’s start an avalanche of fun and slay in our sleighs!
This is an 18+ event!
Black Rose/Crucible Members: $25
Guests:$35
You must be a Crucible or Black Rose member or the guest of a member to attend.
Doors open at 9PM
There will be non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase, and plenty of complementary snacks. Yummy!
Black 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.
Have 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!
Masks are always welcome.

Get Your Body Ready for Rope: Body Awareness & Injury Prevention for Both Sides of the Slash with Abundant Mischief
2024-06-25 20:00 - 21:30 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Class Description
Does your body ever feel grumpy the day after doing rope, but you don’t know why? Do you aspire to do more physically challenging rope, but are not sure how to get there? This class will draw upon techniques from sports medicine, dance, and circus arts to provide simple exercises for deepening your body awareness and learning how to protect your body from injuries while tying or being tied. This class will include: A simple full-body warm-up that can also be used prior to play or other physical activities Exercises for improving your awareness of how your body feels in a particular moment or position Tips for improving your awareness of where your body is in a particular space, and how to stay alert to potential nearby obstacles or hazards Joint stability exercises for active bottoming Functional movement tips for avoiding stressing out your joints while topping
Presenter Bio

AbundantMischief 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.

Tickets are $5 for Black Rose Members and Members of Reciprocal Groups with their Membership Card and $10 for non-members.
All ticket sales are at the door.

Email info@br.org for more information about Black Rose or its events.
Accessibility accommodations are available upon request to accessibility@br.org. Please give us two weeks’ notice.
If you have questions or would like to request a class topic, please email education@br.org

NO D/s SIG IN JULY
2024-07-01 18:30 | DC

NO MUNCH - Independence Day
2024-07-02 18:30 - 20:00 | The Crucible, 412 V St NE, Washington, DC, United States

NO CLASS - Independence Day
2024-07-02 20:00 - 21:30 | DC
