May, 2000 Burghermunch Newsletter

Volume 2, Issue 3

May, 2000

The Burghermunch is a pansexual (all-inclusive), 18 years and older group in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, interested in pursuing s/m, dominance and submission, bondage and discipline, fetishes, and other interests in leathersex, and spreading knowledge of these areas as an outreach organization for those who are curious about these areas and/or wish to find a social outlet with like-minded individuals.

A munch is an informal gathering of people interested in BDSM and similar topics. The first munch was organized in San Francisco several years ago. Munches now occur independently all over the world. They are generally organized via BDSM mailing lists and news groups on the Internet, but often expand by word of mouth. Most munches take place where food is available. Some are held in public places and discourage kinky dress or behavior; others are held in private space and allow fetish wear, play and demos. Munches are opportunities for people with interests in BDSM to socialize with one another in a low key, friendly atmosphere.

The Burghermunch is currently held at the Elbow Room, 5477 Ellsworth Avenue in Shadyside at 7:00pm on the 1st Tuesday of every month. There is usually enough privacy to have frank discussions but not demos or play. Some people wear subtle fetish attire but others come in casual or work clothing. There are no dues or fees associated with the munch, although dinner is on your own and tax and tip is automatically added to the bill. Billing is on a per table basis.

"My schoolmates would make love to anything that moved, but I never saw any reason to limit myself."

-Emo Phillips

Workshops are held at the GLCC (Gay and Lesbian Community Center), 5808 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill; phone 422-0114. There is a $1 to $5 donation per person; suggested $3, of which $1 goes directly to the GLCC for giving us space. Volunteers are needed for future demos so if you have an area of interest please speak up. Note: Starting in March, 2000 refreshments will be served at workshops.

Munches 1st Tuesday of every month (Elbow Room, Ellsworth Ave, Shadyside, 7:00pm)

-May 2^nd

-June 6^th

-July 4^th Picnic?

Current Workshops 3rd Saturday of every month (GLCC, 5808 Forward Ave, Squirrel, 7:30 - 9:30pm)

-May 20^th; Electrical Play

-June; Breath Play

-July; Bondage Without Knots

- April; Fisting

- May; Edge Play

- June 17^th; SM and the Law

- July 15^th; Knife Play

- August; Kennywood Day

- September 18th; Play Party Etiquette

- October 16^th; Nostalgic Review of Bondage

- January; Basic of Singletails

- February; Waxing

- March 18^th; Work of a Professional Dominatrix

- April 15^th; Genitorture

An anarchistic little network which welcomes all women who are interested in pursuing SM, dominance and submission, leathersex, fetishes, and other manner of kinky sexual behavior with women. It is not necessary to identify as a lesbian to join us. Currently the leathergrrrls exists as an email list. If you want to join the list, send a note with the word "subscribe" in the message (no quotes) to:

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"They say that pain is inevitable but suffering is optional. If I learn to accept that pain is part of life, I will be better able to endure difficult times and then move on, leaving the pain behind me."

-Courage to Change, AlAnon

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Countdown of things you don't want to hear your top say when you are naked and tied up:

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Drummer Contests International (DCI, Inc.) is proud to announce that Pittsburgh Leather Central will be the site for the 2000 Pennsylvania Mr. Drummer & Pennsylvania Drummerboy Competitions (May 5^th-7^th). These non-profit contests are preliminaries to the Mid-Atlantic Regional competitions. In 1998, the PA competitions were the most highly attended of all the Drummer contests that year (including International). Let's see what we can do to repeat this!

Once again, we look forward to having the premier M.C. of the leather community, Frank Nowicki, as the competitions' Master of Ceremonies. Joining him for this year's festivities will be the following Panel Of Judges: Woodie Barnes, Ryan Goldner, Jack Holczer, Bobbi Peck, Fraser Picard, Al Santora, and Vern Stewart. The Tally Mistress & Tally Boy roles will be held by: Mary Elizabeth Boyd and Matt Vertz.

The Host Hotels for the 2000 Pennsylvania contest are: The Inn On The Mexican War Streets and the Wyndham Garden Hotel – University Place. Rooms are limited to a first come, first serve basis – see the bottom of this message for accommodation details.

Last, but not least, on the Pennsylvania Competitions – mark your calendars now for the 2001 PA Mr. Drummer/Drummerboy contests to be held May 4^th-6^th.

DCI, Inc. has chosen the Suncoast Resort Hotel as the site for the 2000 International Mr. Drummer & International Drummerboy Competitions. Since the announcement of this location two host hotels have already been booked solid with a third now being reserved. These results virtually assure a sell-out of the contests. We urge you to make your reservation arrangements now before it's too late.

Every Tuesday night from 9-2 Pluto's has a fetish night. Pluto's is at 18^th and Penn Ave in Pittsburgh's Strip District. Fetish wear and play are encouraged! There is a $5 cover charge. For more info: (412) 281-0771.

Every Thursday night from 10-2 Lava Lounge hosts a fetish night. Lava Lounge is at 2204 E Carson Street in Pittsburgh Southside. For more info: (412) 431-LAVA.