TES Board of Directors Meeting March 14, 2019 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Free and open to all members with a current membership card. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390
TES Presents: BDSM & the Law March 19, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Join us as we hear from a criminal defense lawyer who’s got a “meanstreakmilewide.” Some of the topics covered will include: Dos and Don’ts when interacting with law enforcement; What people should know about playing for pay; What happens when a lawyer needs to get involved (and how to avoid it!), and so on. Bring your questions and get some straight talk answers from the legal perspective! Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only
TES Hypno Group March 20, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM The TES Hypnokink Group offers classes in hypnosis technique and theory one Wednesday out of every month. Stay tuned for more info! Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390 TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only
Kink And Neurodiversity: An open discussion March 26, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM The Alchemical, Studio 1 104 West 14th street, New York, United States Our community celebrates diversity in its many forms, including sexuality, gender, kink, religion, and race. We are at the forefront of standing up for disabilities as well and provide accommodation for people with physical challenges of various forms, as well as reduced scent environments. We provide helpful information for those of us who suffer from depression and other forms of mental illness, providing a safe place to talk about our challenges. But one area of challenge in our community is around the topic of neurodiversity. Neurodiversity is the idea that neurological differences are recognized, understood and accepted. These include many forms of invisible disabilities, including Dyspraxia, Dyslexia, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Dyscalculia, Autistic Spectrum, Tourette Syndrome, as well as others. Individuals with neurological differences in the kink community speak of feeling marginalized and excluded, while kink organizers struggle with issues of wanting to provide an atmosphere that feels safe and welcoming to all. Come join us for an open discussion on March 26th run by The Eulenspiegel Society on this important topic. The discussion will be facilitated by Vir Cotto, a kinkster and occasional presenter. Vir identifies as neuro-divergent, heaving learning disabilities, ADHD. Struggling with the challenges associated with being "twice exceptional" Vir has an understanding of these challenges of being "different" and can provide insight on both the difficulties that neuro-non-typical people feel, as well as the challenges associated with creating a welcoming, accommodating spaces. All are welcome to the discussion on March 26th. Neurodivergent kinksters, as well as community organizers, are especially welcome. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only
Electroplay 101: Shock & Ouch! W. Infinity_Rising March 27, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM The Alchemical, Studio 1 104 West 14th street, New York, United States In this class we will go over the basics of electoral play for kink. We will look at and discuss the different types of Electro play, the tools necessary to play with them, how they feel, what they do, how they work, and the science behind them. This class will have an interactive demonstration component (violet wand and tens) where participants, who want to, will be able to feel what the different types of play feel like and experience them in a controlled, consensual environment. Infinity Rising is a gender-fluid switch who has been in and out of the public scene over the last 15 years. They began teaching approximately 3 years ago and have presented for a variety of different groups throughout the Northeast including TES, Dark Odyssey, Naughty Noel, cinekink, s c k, LIL&R/LICK, and other.
POSTPONED!!! TES Novice & Newcomers Group: Flogging with Virgil April 2, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM THIS CLASS HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO SPACE CONSIDERATIONS. PLEASE LOOK FOR IT TO BE RESCHEDULED IN THE COMING MONTHS! This class will teach basic throws and safety for beginners, how to select a flogger (attendees are encouraged to bring their own!), and advanced techniques for those with prior experience. There will be a live demonstration and an opportunity after for attendees to practice with their own partners and floggers, but audience participation is not required. Virgil is a queer, polyamorous mostly-top who has been in the NY/NJ kink community for about fifteen years, and whose interests are generally centered around impact play, boots, and D/s. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390 Novices & Newcomers Group classes are open to all experience levels but are designed to be accessible to those who are new either to the scene or the area. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only
TES’s 4th Annual Sex Workers Panel April 3, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM The Alchemical, Studio 1 104 West 14th street, New York, United States Though not always easily visible, sex workers have always been an important part of the BDSM scene - and the LGBTQ scene, the poly scene, and just about every other alternative sexuality community. Unfortunately, they haven't always been included, and there are some pernicious misconceptions about who they are, what they do, and their right to have a place in our community. Come hear from a panel of sex workers from diverse fields about their experiences, services, and needs. Panelists include: Comtesse Aurora (moderator) Ms. Charlotte Hel BlackPipeXXX Antonia Aerie Kaytlin Bailey Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390 TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only
Rope Group: Body Manipulation for Rope with KeepOnKeepinOn and DegradationofLV April 9, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Ever want to feel like you struggle to move your partner when tying? Do you want to maneuver them effortlessly? In this class we take a look at various technical components that make moving you and your partner easier and more engaging. We will also explore ways to use our newfound skills to further intimacy and fluidity in rope scenes. Requirements: -3+ lengths of rope -single and double column ties, and basic knowledge of hitches a plus but not required KeepOnKeepinOn is a NYC based rope educator and kinkster. He has presented at national events across the US, such as TES Fest and Shibaricon, and at a variety of local events throughout North America. He has been interested in rope since 2013 when he first discovered kink. While interested in many disciplines of rope bondage, his style has been primarily influenced by his friend, mentor, and teacher: barkas. Outside of kink KeepOnKeepinOn has a deep interest in psychology, neuroscience and emerging technology. If you see him at an event, please stop by and say hello! DegradationofLV is a lover of rope, intimacy and new experiences. She discovered rope 4 years ago and has never looked back. She brings her knowledge and empathetic personality to all classes she teaches, ensuring that all participants, top or bottom, understand the nuances of rope.
TES DW/sm Group: Ballbusting with ComtesseAurora & KilimanjaroDan April 10, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM One of the most iconic DW/sm activities is ballbusting. From the classic image of a latex-clad domina pressing her stiletto heel into her submissive’s groin to the sharp sting of a finger-flick against the scrotum by a giggling princess – or prince! – there are myriad directions from which to approach this flavor of genitorture. This class will explore some of the many motivations behind this kink, several techniques, and a discussion of safety and health considerations. BIOS: ComtesseAurora is an NYC based professional dominatrix and lifestyle kinkster. She has been kinky since the age of four when she tied herself up with her jump ropes. She specializes in foot worship, flogging, and sensation play, and has been dishing out all manner of kinky delights for more than six years. In another incarnation, she is a classically trained soprano and unrepentant chocoholic. KilimanjaroDan is a ball busting and wrestling aficionado with many years of experience as a bottom. He has training in therapeutic hypnosis and also enjoys bottoming to breath play. He is an avid hiker and mountaineer, and also identifies as a shameless punster. Doors open at 7, class begins at 7:30. If you will require the elevator, please call ahead: (212) 675-1390. TES Members $5 Students & Military with ID $10 Reciprocal Groups $10 Non-Members $20 Cash Only
TES Novices and Newcomers Munch: A Kinkster Always Pays His Tab Edition – Hosted by Stoopzkitty, Diabloknk, and Aria April 13, 2019 @ 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM Are you new to the scene? New to the NYC area? Looking to get back into the scene after a long layoff? Just want to hang out with some fun and kinky people on a Sat night, in a safe, no pressure atmosphere with knowledgeable people to guide you if needed? Come alone or with partner(s). No dress code. No admission fee to the munch, just pay for your food and drinks. We’ll be in the upstairs seating area by 7:30PM and then, we’re heading for the Bend the Knee Play Party @ the Parth at 9PM. The TES party is optional, but only open to members and their guests or munch attendees. We will be on the second floor of the Bread and Butter Café, located at 419 Park Ave S, New York, NY 10016, on the corner at 29th Street. Please take the time to familiarize yourself with our Munch Code of Conduct before you arrive. We will be headed afterwards to the TES PARTY @ THE PARTH with a special discount….just $30 admission for attendees! Questions? Write us at novice@tes.org. Free to attend, pay for your own food and drink.