7:00 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – TES Monthly Munch May 5 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – TES Monthly Munch Whether you’re new to the scene, an old friend, or just passing through, we’re excited to see you! We meet every month on the first Monday of the month. Join us! Our hosts will be there to welcome you and answer any questions. Attending this event is free beyond paying for the food you order (and please tip your server well!) The TES Munch is our monthly gathering on the first Monday of each month. It’s a great opportunity to meet and hang out with your fellow kinksters in a low-key, low-pressure environment. It is open to all members of the community in good standing, and those who are new to the scene are especially encouraged to attend. There is no requirement to RSVP ahead of time, and you do not need to be a TES member to attend. Please note that we highly encourage all attendees to be vaccinated and up-to-date against COVID-19. However, this event is hosted at a diner that is open to other patrons, and we cannot control anything beyond what the restaurant requires. Please assess your own risk profiles and act accordingly. We will be providing a discrete option for contact tracing, which is highly encouraged.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM In-Person – Become a DM for TES Fest 2025 May 8 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM In-Person – Become a DM for TES Fest 2025 Youngscientist, our TES Fest 2025 Chair of Safety, will be training all volunteers who signed up to be Dungeon Monitors for TES Fest 2025. If you're interested in learning for future TES events but didn't sign up, please register anyway—education is knowledge capital for our community. As a Dungeon Monitor, you’ll learn how to: Develop skills to facilitate a safe dungeon environment Work effectively with a team Communicate respectfully and clearly Identify possible safety risks Understand the dos and don'ts of the role Devise solutions and alternative approaches To review best practices on skill-based play, and boundaries of consent in a dungeon environment Bio: @Youngscientist has been active in many facets of the scene for over 15 years. He’s volunteered and worked on staff for at least a dozen organizations throughout that time, including being one of the few Pro-DM’s in the NYC area. Knowledge has been one of his main driving forces, which led him to start teaching early on. He’s probably most well-known for teaching Wrestling/Grappling classes and hosting Jello and Lube Wrestling events. This class will be held at: The Center (The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center) 208 West 13th Street New York, NY To register in advance (strongly preferred): If you already have a TES account, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Create a Member Portal account Members: use the same email address used when you purchased your membership. (Email membership@tes.org if you have forgotten the one you used when registering for TES.) Be sure to respond to confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into the Member Portal. Non-members: you will still need to make an account to register . Be sure to respond to confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into the Member Portal. To complete your purchase, return to this FL event page, click on THIS LINK and follow the instructions. Your membership discount will be automatically applied. To register on-site: There will be a QR code available to allow you to register on-site following the same process above, but TES will not be able to accept cash at the door. If cost is a barrier to attendance, please email customer-care@tes.org At the event, you'll have the opportunity to become a TES member by scanning our on-site QR code. Membership not only connects you with a vibrant community but also unlocks discounts for our flagship event: TES Fest 2025! TES Fest 2025: Celebrate Your Freedom to Be Kinky! Mark your calendars for July 3–6, 2025, as we take over our favorite hotel in Piscataway, NJ, for a weekend filled with: Educational Workshops: Over 90 classes, demos, and hands-on workshops covering a wide array of kinky skills and interests. Special Events: Meet & Greets, kinky speed dating, and more, offering endless opportunities to connect and have fun. Play Spaces: Custom-built indoor and outdoor dungeons equipped with top-notch equipment for your exploration. Vendors: A diverse selection of fetish and BDSM vendors, offering everything from corsets to whips. As a TES member, you'll enjoy exclusive discounts on TES Fest registration. Don't miss out on this premier event in the NYC Metro region, designed for everyone—from novices to seasoned veterans—to socialize, learn new skills, and have a great time. For more details, visit TESFest.org. Don't miss this chance to game, connect, and gear up for an unforgettable summer! Bring a friend, roll the dice, and let's make memories together. See you there!
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Online – Become a DM for TES Fest 2025 (Online Version) May 13 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM Online – Become a DM for TES Fest 2025 (Online Version) Youngscientist, our TES Fest 2025 Chair of Safety, will be training all volunteers who signed up to be Dungeon Monitors for TES Fest 2025. If you’re interested in learning for future TES events but didn’t sign up, please register anyway—education is knowledge capital for our community. As a Dungeon Monitor, you’ll learn how to: Develop skills to facilitate a safe dungeon environment Work effectively with a team Communicate respectfully and clearly Identify possible safety risks Understand the dos and don’ts of the role Devise solutions and alternative approaches To review best practices on skill-based play, and boundaries of consent in a dungeon environment Bio: @Youngscientist has been active in many facets of the scene for over 15 years. He’s volunteered and worked on staff for at least a dozen organizations throughout that time, including being one of the few Pro-DM’s in the NYC area. Knowledge has been one of his main driving forces, which led him to start teaching early on. He’s probably most well-known for teaching Wrestling/Grappling classes and hosting Jello and Lube Wrestling events. To register: MEMBERS - FREE Create a Member Portal account using the same email address used when you purchased your membership. (Email membership@tes.org if you have forgotten the one you used when registering for TES.) Be sure to respond to confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into the Member Portal. To complete your purchase, return to this FL event page, click on this link and follow the instructions. Your membership discount will be automatically applied. NON-MEMBERS - FREE Click here for this class. REGISTRATION CLOSES 30 MINUTES BEFORE START OF CLASS! ALL QUESTIONS GO TO CUSTOMER-CARE@TES.ORG! YOU WILL RECEIVE THE LOGIN LINK WITH THE CONFIRMATION EMAIL. **Note – if you are seeing an “event ended” screen – try one or more of the following: Refresh Clear cache Try a different browser** The DatingKinky platform is supported by multiple browsers, but if you are having any technical difficulties please try a different browser, as certain settings may interfere. Note that this link will only be active during scheduled meeting times. You are welcome to participate as actively as you are comfortable. By default, users' cameras and microphones will be switched off, and you may simply watch passively or participate solely by text in the chat box if you are uncomfortable being seen or heard. Please note that while we have selected this platform to be as private as possible while maintaining sufficient ease of use for participants, no online platform is ever fully secure. While all regular TES rules regarding privacy remain in effect, and anyone caught violating these rules will be subject to consequences (please see our Online Meeting Terms of Service), we advise participants to treat online events as though the event is being recorded by a third party. For more information on protecting your online privacy, please see our online privacy guide. TES Fest 2025: Celebrate Your Freedom to Be Kinky! Mark your calendars for July 3–6, 2025, as we take over our favorite hotel in Piscataway, NJ, for a weekend filled with: Educational Workshops: Over 90 classes, demos, and hands-on workshops covering a wide array of kinky skills and interests. Special Events: Meet & Greets, kinky speed dating, and more, offering endless opportunities to connect and have fun. Play Spaces: Custom-built indoor and outdoor dungeons equipped with top-notch equipment for your exploration. Vendors: A diverse selection of fetish and BDSM vendors, offering everything from corsets to whips. As a TES member, you'll enjoy exclusive discounts on TES Fest registration. Don't miss out on this premier event in the NYC Metro region, designed for everyone—from novices to seasoned veterans—to socialize, learn new skills, and have a great time. For more details, visit TESFest.org
12:00 AM ONLINE – May Board Meeting May 19 @ 12:00 AM ONLINE – May Board Meeting Open to all current members. Information on how to join is distributed to the membership on the first of the month via our membership newsletter, The Eulenspeigel Mirror. If you are a member, would like to join, and did not receive this information, please email secretary@tes.org Need to renew your membership or join for the first time? Click here.
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – AANHPI Roundtable Discussion May 22 @ 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM IN-PERSON – AANHPI Roundtable Discussion In celebration of Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Heritage (AANHPI) Month, TES-NYC will be hosting a roundtable discussion with community leaders: @HappyCindyyy @bindingdaisies @xoxoxin @brightnbitter @undergroundsea @malswitch @morriganwolf Come celebrate our diverse community and listen to the voices of our AANHPI community members. This event is a great opportunity to show your support and learn from others. Discussions will focus on creating intentional spaces and educating from different perspectives. We will have the opportunity to learn from these leaders as they share their experiences and insights. This event is open and welcome to everyone. We encourage all members of the TES-NYC community to attend, listen, and learn from this important conversation. This class will be held at: The Center (The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center) 208 West 13th Street New York, NY To register in advance (strongly preferred): If you already have a TES account, CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Create a Member Portal account Members: use the same email address used when you purchased your membership. (Email membership@tes.org if you have forgotten the one you used when registering for TES.) Be sure to respond to confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into the Member Portal. Non-members: you will still need to make an account to register . Be sure to respond to confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into the Member Portal. To complete your purchase, return to this FL event page, click on THIS LINK and follow the instructions. Your membership discount will be automatically applied. To register on-site: There will be a QR code available to allow you to register on-site following the same process above, but TES will not be able to accept cash at the door. If cost is a barrier to attendance, please email customer-care@tes.org
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM ONLINE – TES Membership Meeting May 27 @ 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM ONLINE – TES Membership Meeting This meeting is held twice yearly to conduct official organization business and allows the membership to be directly involved in the process. All members in good standing are encouraged to attend and participate in these functions. The attendee link will be emailed in your May TES newsletter (The Eulenspiegel Mirror). If you are a member who would like to attend, but did not receive this information, please email: secretary@tes.org We have board vacancies! Please click here to find out the requirements and consider nominating yourself. Need to renew your membership or join for the first time? Click here. No additional downloads or software required! This platform is supported by multiple browsers, but if you are having any technical difficulties please try a different browser, as certain settings may interfere. Note that this link will only be active during scheduled meeting times. You are welcome to participate as actively as you are comfortable. By default, users' cameras and microphones will be switched off, and you may simply watch passively or participate solely by text in the chat box if you are uncomfortable being seen or heard. Please note that while we have selected this platform to be as private as possible while maintaining sufficient ease of use for participants, no online platform is ever fully secure. While all regular TES rules regarding privacy remain in effect, and anyone caught violating these rules will be subject to consequences (please see our Online Meeting Terms of Service), we advise participants to treat online events as though the event is being recorded by a third party. For more information on protecting your online privacy, please see our online privacy guide.
