BURGHERMUNCH

Volume 3, Issue 1

January 2001
 
 
 

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 sharing 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. About the Burghermunch 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. 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.

Schedule January 2001  Jan. 9th - Munch @ The Elbow Room Jan. 20th - Demo: Nipple Abrasion/Play with Tim, Wildfleurs, Tammy, and Steve February 2001 February 6th - Munch @Elbow Room February 17th - Demo: Fireplay with Jeff and Wildfleurs March 2001 March 6th- Munch @ Elbow Room March 17th- Demo: TBA April 2001 April 3rd- Munch @ Elbow Room April 21st- Demo: TBA

What is a Munch? 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.

Webpages http://www.dfp.com/home.html Dressing for Pleasure is under new ownership and management and is offering a 10% discount to all Burghermunch attendees. Just mention this ad. http://www.erosenterpirses.com A diverse group of copywriters, graphic artists, printers and photographers geared to the needs of Gay, Lesbian, Bi & Trangenerdered businesses/organizations and those supportive of the communities.

http://www.ladyice.com/DLL/ Hand-made high quality leather goods!

Local Leather Events

Burghmunch Monthly Munches

Second Monday of every month from 7-9 p.m. in Monroeville. Must be over 21. For more information visit http://my.treeway.com/BurghMunch/ or email Plesinsub@aol.com

South Hills Munch

At Ambroggi's Resturant at Donaldson's Crossroads on Rt. 19 near Canonsburg at 7 p.m. For more information, email Tantor at mtantor@usa.net Dress is casual and RSVP?s are appreciated but not necessary. There is a $2 fee for attending the munch.

Wheeling, WV Munch

It was asked that information for this group be removed from this page.

Greensburg, PA Munch

New munch group starting on February 2^nd at 7pm at the Ramada Inn in Greensburg. Must be over 21. For more information contact: LordAlpha1@aol.com

Clarksburg/Bridgeport, WV Munch

New munch group possibly starting in the Bridgeport area. If interested email TJ2serve77@aol.com.

News?

SM informational Video Completed

"Out of The Darkness - The Reality of SM"  is complete.  The first preview of the video will be in Dallas Texas on Feb 13, 2001 with other previews to follow. The video contains interviews with leading psychotherapists, PHD's, MD's, CSW's and activists who share information and studies in an effort to distinguish SM from abuse.

The goal of the video is to have a positive reflection of the SM community.   It is our hope that is also helps educate and put to rest some of the tunneled-vision myths which have been expressed my numerous individuals including some by individuals involved in mental heath and judicial professions. The video is free to anyone who wants to order it, however shipping and video cost are $8.

For more information on the video, email Lhang@aol.com

Leather Retirement community in planning stages

Vi Johnson, a noted speaker and Leather activist, seeks to create a "home" for the retiring Pansexual/Leather community in a warm accepting environment that will nurture an aging population with an alternative lifestyle.  WELCOME HOME also will be a place that encourages the next generation to stop for a while, visit with the "elders", and enjoy the facilities.

Her vision is for a 1,500-acre site that is a retirement resort and assisted living community that will also house conference and recreational facilities that are in tune with the natural environment.  Nestled in a forested hilly area in New Mexico within 90 minutes of an airport and midsize town this resort relishes in the quietness of the country and the availability of the city.

For more information visit: www.wewelcomeyouhome.com

An egroups lists has also been established to discuss the project. You can subscribe by sending an email to welcomehomeusa-subscribe@egroups.com  or by visiting http://www.egroups.com/group/welcomehomeusa

Join iGive And Earn Money For The Leather Archives & Museum

Just join iGive. It's a website that donates money to nonprofit charities when their members visit links on their website or buy from the 250 affiliated merchants on their "mall." As a member, you "earn" money for the Leather Archives & Museum (http://www.leatherarchives.org/). The Leather Archives & Museum gets a $1 donation when you register from the link below, and $10 more if you buy anything from their mall within 45 days after you have joined and registered us as your "cause." Give this link to friends and others you know.
 
 
 
 

Jokes
 
 

Professional

A woman walks into her accountant's office and tells him that she needs to file her taxes. The accountant says, "Before we begin, I'll need to ask a few questions." He gets her name, address, social security number, etc. and then asks, "What is your occupation?"

The woman replies, "I'm a whore."

The accountant balks and says, "No, no, no. That will never work. That is much too crass. Let's try to rephrase that."

The woman, "OK, I'm a prostitute."

"No, that is still too crude. Try again."

They both think for a minute, then the woman states, "I'm a chicken farmer."

The accountant asks, "What does chicken farming have to do with being a prostitute?".

"Well, I raised over 5,000 cocks last year."
 
 

Doctor In The House

Howard had felt guilty all day long. No matter how much he tried to forget about it, he couldn't. The guilt and sense of shame was overwhelming.

But every once in a while he'd hear that soothing voice trying to reassure him...

Howard, don't worry about it. You're not the first doctor to sleep with one of your patients and you won't be the last. And, you're single. So just let it go."

But invariably the other voice would bring him back to reality...

"Howard, you're a Veterinarian...."
 
 

Rejected Hallmark Cards
 

1. So your daughter's a hooker,  and it spoiled your day...  Look at the bright side,  she's a really good lay.    2. My tire was thumping...  I thought it was flat...  when I looked at the tire...  I noticed your cat...Sorry!  3. You had your bladder removed  and you're on the mends...  here's a bouquet of flowers  and a box of Depends.	4. Heard your wife left you...  How upset you must be...  But don't fret about it...  She moved in with me.  5. Your computer is dead...  it was once so alive.  Don't you regret installing  Windows 95? 6. You totaled your car...  and can't remember why...  could it have been...  the case of Bud Dry?
7. Saw something today  that reminded me of you.  As a matter of fact it was  the shit on my shoe!