SAVE THIS DATE FOR
OREGON LEATHER PRIDE WEEK 2010!
August
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…[sniff]…smells like leather….[lick lick]…tastes like leather…it must be LEATHER PRIDE WEEK! Yes, it’s here once again to thrill and amuse virtually any taste or proclivity out there. So drag out all that gear, give it a shine and a buff, and get it to any or all of these events coming up during Leather Pride Week.
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| In August 2003 a group
of Portland area Leather Community members and Leaders came
together to discuss Leather Pride Week 2004. As a result of that
meeting, the Leather Pride Week Committee was formed.
The Leather Pride Week Committee continues and the 2009 Committee is committed to the collaboration of Leather group and individual efforts in the production of Leather Pride Week. Our goal is to have a Leather Pride Week like no other. We hope to bring the entire community together to celebrate our diversity. We hope to continue to work together each year. No one does it alone. The Committee would like to thank all the volunteers and supporters who work to make the week a success. Yours in Leather Pride, The Leather Pride Week Committee 2009 |
Supported Charities from Leather Pride Week 2009 Events Bradley-Angle House SMYRC-Sexual Minority Youth Resource Center Esther's Pantry NCSF Outside Inn Our House of Portland Planned Parenthood Q Center Tod's Corner |
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Application Packets for Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather available online:2009 Contestant Application.pdf Direct questions about the application to Thom Butts at his e-mail address listed in the application. |
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Rose & Thorn Award Nomination 2009
The Awards will be on Sunday August 9 th 2009, starting at 1pm
The location for the 2009 Awards is: My Father's Place Restaurant,
523 SE Grand Ave
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Oregon Leather Pride Week Events
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2009 LPW Event Descriptions
-Fetish Ball and Kinky Auction: We're trying something new this year! A silent auction during the Fetish Ball followed by a live auction on the stage! This is a full on "costume" ball! Dress to impress, and dance the night away. Music by DJ Ronabell. Light Buffet included with admission, just like previous years, and the bar will be available. Melody Ballroom, 615 SE Alder. $15 Doors at 8PM. 21+ with ID www.portlandleather.org
- Leather Tastings: Hosted by the Portland Leather Alliance, This is your chance to try something new. Come to Leather Tastings for a sampling of all sorts of types of play. Spanking, rope bondage, caning, oh my! Come casual or dress as you like. Enjoy a buffet of the kinky flavors of S & M. The Conservatory, 5224 SE Foster Rd. $3 members - $5 non-members. Noon to 4PM, non-smoking, A/C. Memberships available online or at the door for $10. www.portlandleather.org
– Whipper Snappers Munch: Join the next generation of BDSM folk for socializing, food, and fun. 18+, food available, A/C. Lucky Labrador, 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd. 2PM to 5PM www.whipper-snappers.org
– Gender (Free) For All Rally, March, and Celebration: Gender (Free) For All, Portland's first stand alone trans and allies march is moving forward with a new message! On August 1st, 2009,trans, genderqueer folk and allies are moving toward a message of freedom of gender expression, putting it and our sexuality where it belongs: in the unbridled, infinite realm of possibility! We have a full afternoon of fun planned; bring your friends and family and join us for the celebration! Pre-March Rally: The rally at 5pm will feature trans and gender activists, allies, and YOU! Come hear the stories of others, and tell your own. March: At 7pm, put on your marching shoes and join us as The Last Regiment of Syncopated Drummers strikes up the beat to step off the Gender (Free) For All march, leading through North Portland. Check out our website at gffapdx.com for the complete route. Celebration: After the march, come back to Unthank Park and enjoy spoken word artists and performers like Tash Shatz and Erin McNamara. Spread out a blanket, unpack your picnic basket, and enjoy a fun-filled all ages show! We look forward to seeing you there! Unthank Park, 510 North Shaver Ave. Free. Pre-march Rally: 5pm March Step-Off: 7pm Celebration: 8pm. All Ages. ASL Interpreted, wheelchair accessible. http://GFFAPDX.com
- First Strike Pansexual Play Party: Come help Whipper-Snappers make things hot in our air-conditioned play party. Open to everyone! The Conservatory, 5224 SE Foster Rd. $10 8PM to 1AM. 18+ w/ valid ID www.whipper-snappers.org
- Uniform & Buzzcuts Party: Don your favorite uniform — police, fire, military, sports, service, or fantasy — and come on down for one of Portland’s longest-running serial events, hosted by Andy Mangels of IN UNIFORM. The event will include buzzcuts and flattops by the world-renowned Dot of B&B Barbers, so let your hair grow. We'll also have a boot-black on hand, plus free porn, and more! Lights get dimmer at midnight... Dirty Duck Tavern, 439 NW 3rd Ave @ Glisan. $4 suggested donation, 10PM to Close, 21+ with ID. www.dirtyducktavern.net
– Sunday School with Bad Girls: Join us for Leather Pride Week's Second Annual SUNDAY SCKOOL WITH THE BAD GIRLS A trio of naughty educational opportunities & if you'er lucky you just might get your hand smacked with a ruler! This is a pansexual event for all 18+ W/ID Sunday August 2nd at The Conservatory 5524 SE Foster RD. 10:30 am till noon. "East Coast singletail Swing dancing" Presented By DaddyCrone Leenie, Please bring your own singnal tail or mini bullwhip. 1:00 - 2:30pm "The Good The Bad and The Poly" Presented by Allena Gabasch. 3:00 - 4:30 "BDSM Laughter and Making a Scene" Presented by Allena Gabosch. ALL attendees who can "prove" membership in ANY other Leather, Kink, or BDSM group/organization will receive the basic membership discount; this includes (not limited to) PLA, BLP, RCDC, Whippersnappers, Vancouver Munch, Bears and even groups outside of Portland. Come plan on being as Bad as only Bad Girls can be- even sunday school may not be able to reform us! 5224 SE Foster Rd. Members: $10 per class or $25 per day, non-members: $15 per class or $40 per day. 10:30AM to 4:30PM www.pdxbadgirls.net
- Whips in the Park: Hosted by Whipper Snappers, come to Peninsula Park and learn to throw a whip, or practice your cracks. Open to all ages (including kids) so please dress and act appropriate for a public park. Peninsula Park, at the corner of N. Ainsworth and N. Kerby. Free. Noon to 2PM. www.whipper-snappers.org
– Music So Good it Hurts: A Live Music concert with Maria Webster, Mark Brown, and other special Guests, all performing an evening of seductive and naughty tunes! Dirty Duck Tavern, 439 NW 3rd Ave @ Glisan. $5 suggested donation, 7PM to 10PM, 21+ w ID. www.dirtyducktavern.net
- Movie Night: Hosted by Alycyn Britton, Ms. Oregon State Leather 2003, and sponsored by Blackout Leather Productions, this year’s movie is the original “ ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW ” come join in the fun. Clinton Street Theatre, 2522 SE Clinton . $5 suggested donation at door. 6PM door - 7PM show, 18+ non-smoking, A/C, refreshments available. www.blackoutleather.org
- Kinky Women’s Welcoming Munch: Hosted by Bad Girls, this social is for women and trans folk over 21. The Egyptian Room, 3701 SE Division. Free Admission. 7PM to 9PM , 21+, food/cocktails for purchase, A/C, Women only event www.pdxbadgirls.net
- Wednesday Munch: Come join one of the longest running Munches in the country. This self organized munch has been going for over 13 years and is open to all ages of the BDSM community. If you're not a regular attendee of this Munch, this is the perfect week to come introduce yourself. If you're a regular attendee, come as usual and enjoy the energy pumped week of Leather Pride. McMenamins Tavern & Pool, 1716 NW 23rd Ave 5PM to 8PM. 18+, food and drink available, non-smoking, A/C. Order off menu
- Leather Family BBQ: Hosted by the Leather Pride Week 2009 Committee, this is a BYOF event: bring an item to grill, and a side dish to share. Join the entire Leather Pride Week Committee as our groups come together at our annual picnic. If you haven't been, then this is your chance to begin a family tradition. In what is a very family-friendly event, we pot-luck together. Bring an entree to grill and a dish to share. Mingle with members from the other groups. Share experiences, everyday occurrences, and generalized conversation. Drinks, ice, grills (including a vegetarian grill), napkins, utensils, plates, and condiments are supplied by the committee. This is one of our favorite Leather Pride Week events. Peninsula Park, corner of N. Ainsworth and N. Kirby, Bus lines are #4 Fessenden, or #44 Mocks Crest. 6PM to 9PM, Free. All Ages. www.oregonleatherpride.org
– Leather Vegas and Contestant Meet and Greet: “Casino Night with Auction and Contestant Meet and Greet”, Hosted by Blackout Leather Productions. Join us for an exciting Casino Night with Auction!!! Expect to have lots of fun gambling, socializing, and bid on fabulous prizes!!! Free admission, buy scrip to play at the tables, and use it to bid at auction Embers Avenue, 110 NW Broadway. 6PM to 10PM. 21+, food and drink available, non-smoking, A/C. www.blackoutleather.org
– Tangible Vandalism: Fetish Community Graphics Design Show. Hosted by Ben Brown, Jr and Sponsored by Pride NW. Q- Center, 4115 N Mississippi Ave. Suggested $5 donation, sliding scale. 6PM to 9PM All ages. No one turned away for lack of funds.www.aceofspadespdx.com
– Vendors Fair: Hosted by the Portland Leather Alliance. In the spirit of our annual Vendor's Fair, join our favorite local vendor's for a summer spending spree! Browse for a toy you've been saving for, or get ideas for fall. Pick up something exciting for the party that evening! Be sure to come say hello and pick up your ticket for the party! Village Ballroom, 700 N Dekum St. $1, Noon to 5PM . All PLA events are 18+ with valid ID. www.portlandleather.org
- Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather Contest: The tradition and honor continues! Please join us for the 13th annual Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather Contest, produced by Blackout Leather Productions. We promise raffles (inseams anyone?), a great show, and hot bartenders serving up cocktails all in an air conditioned, accessible space. Tonight’s show will be ASL Interpreted. Come watch as our next titleholders are chosen for the coming year. Fez Ballroom, 316 SW 11th Ave (between W Burnside & Stark St ). $10 6PM door, 7PM show, 21+ www.blackoutleather.org
- Pansexual Dungeon Party: Hosted by the Portland Leather Alliance as well and following the Vendors Fair with a break for Dinner and maybe a quick nap. Village Ballroom, 700 N Dekum St. $10 members $15 non-members. 8PM to 1AM, Tickets must be Purchased in Advance at the Vendors Fair, or Spartacus. All PLA events are 18+ with valid ID. Light snacks, non-smoking, A/C. www.portlandleather.org
- Tribal! A gathering of past, present, and future titleholders: Hosted by former Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leathers, and sponsored by Blackout Leather Productions. Join us as we welcome the new titleholders for the coming year. Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 10PM to late. 21+, non-smoking, cocktails available. www.blackoutleather.org
- Portland Leathermen Potluck: Afternoon Potluck in Vancouver, WA. Email tuckerwalter@gmail.com for details.
- Victory Brunch and Rose & Thorn Awards: Hosted by Blackout Leather Productions; join the Board of Directors for breakfast as they honor the newly sashed Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather 2009. Also, join us for the 8th Annual Rose & Thorn Awards presentation where we recognize individuals & groups that have proved their ongoing dedication and service to the Leather Community. My Father’s Place, 523 SE Grand Ave. 11AM to 1PM, followed by the Rose & Thorn Awards (1PM to 2PM). All ages, non-smoking, order food/drinks from the menu, A/C. www.blackoutleather.org
- Bears In Leather Bust: After a busy Saturday, unwind with the Oregon Bears. Eagle Portland , 835 NE Lombard . Free Admission. 4PM to 7PM. There will be an $8.00 Bearbust available with all proceeds donated to Tod’s Corner. www.oregonbears.org
last updated July 17 2009
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