ONLINE – I Ask The Questions Here: Military and Police Style Interrogations with SirGuy With recent news events, the gathering of information via interrogation utilized by the military and the methodology utilized by law enforcement in what they call “interviews” has gotten a lot of attention lately . Most of us grew up on police shows or movies and their interrogation methods. Being who we are we can see… Continue Reading
ONLINE – Media Representations of BDSM with TheHeartBreakPup What attracts mainstream media to develop texts that incorporate BDSM? Is part of changing sexual norms? The need to entertain to sell goods? Or is it, plainly, the shock value? The Heart Break Pup discusses the varied representations of BDSM in the media and what scholars have identified in the broadcasting of BDSM to the… Continue Reading
TES Final Thursday Munch: Too Damn Hot Edition The mercury is rising, and we’re all broiling! Thankfully, there’s nothing quite like hanging out with your fellow kinksters in an air conditioned diner with cold drinks and frozen treats to help beat the heat! Stay cool the only way we know how with the latest TES’s monthly munch! Whether you’re new to the scene,… Continue Reading
ONLINE – The ABCs of Attending a Kink/Leather Conference Attending your first kink/leather conference? Or maybe you’re a seasoned pro and you’re looking to brush up on your skills and maybe learn a new trick or two. From budgeting to packing checklists and coordinating schedules, we will talk all about how to prepare for your next big conference! Devyn Stone is a self-awareness and… Continue Reading
ONLINE – Scene Negotiations with Transgender Partners 101 with Skullpup An informative 101 style class with the main focus being education about gender identity/sexuality and guidelines for negotiating scenes with trans individuals. This class is good beginner level introduction for people who may feel uncomfortable or less informed around the topic. Key points within the presentation are: “Why does this matter?” A guide to some… Continue Reading
ONLINE – Pick-Up D/s – Power Exchange on the Fly with DarrenInfinity So we just met a hot Dominant or Submissive in the Dungeon. We’d love to play with them, but we don’t want it to just be about Top & Bottom. We want to play with power, with intention. We’re feeling that connection and want to explore it further. How do we do this? How do… Continue Reading
ONLINE – Barbed Wire Suspension with SiRoberto & Helen-Alexandria Description Coming soon! To register: MEMBERS -$10 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 respond to confirmation email & choose a password. After that, log back into… Continue Reading
TES Board of Directors Meeting Open to all current members. Information on how to join will be distributed June 1. If you are a current member, did not receive this information, and would like to join, please contact secretary@tes.org… Continue Reading
TES Final Thursday Munch: Almost Summer Edition Memorial Day is just around the corner, which means so is Hot Kink Summer! So we’re kicking it off right with the latest TES’s monthly munch! Whether you’re new to the scene, an old friend, or just passing through, we’re excited to see you! Come join us: Thursday, May 26th, at 7pm at the Skylight… Continue Reading
ONLINE — Hit Me, Baby!: Impact Play 101 with MiaAction Are you turned on by the idea of spanking? Have you experimented a bit but want to take things up a notch with your partner? This class will arm you with tools to feel confident on your sexy journey into impact play (using your hands, paddles, and household items). We will cover key definitions and… Continue Reading