What sort of toymaker are you? The February Burghermunch Workshop on "Pervertibles" gives you the chance to be part of the workshop. The workshop will include a segment called "The Dom Depot Challenge". Basically, you go to a store that most people can easily get to and buy items to make a bdsm toy.  Assemble your components at the workshop while we watch. To make this easy for just about anyone to participate (or duplicate at home), limit your purchases to $20.00; all items must be purchased from ONE store; items need to be assembled without using any power tools and using only common hand tools.  Participants will be placed into a random drawing to receive a $25.00 gift certificate to a local restaurant. As regards the rest of the workshop, you can see common pervertibles; you are encouraged to bring pervertibles of your own for show-and-tell. Burghermunch workshops are held at the GLCC (Gay and Lesbian Community Center), 5808 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill/Pittsburgh, beginning at 7:30pm, on the third Saturday of each month.

Tuesday, February 6th
Please join us at Del's Restaurant and Bar for good food, fantastic service, and fun, friendly conversation when we gather, once again, in kinky comradery.  We'll get together in the downstairs banquet room of Del's to chat about anything and everything, from the mundane to the kinky. If you've never come to a Burghermunch, please take this opportunity to meet some of the friendliest folks in the 'Burgh. You won't be disappointed.  If there is a problem finding us, please ask the host/ess for the
Burghermunch group.  Del's Restaurant and Bar, 4428 Liberty Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15224.  No RSVP is needed. We look forward to seeing you there!!

Saturday, January 20th

Our very own Michael "The Torture Artist" will present a workshop on the edgy topic of fireplay this coming Saturday night. Michael is a skillful teacher who brings with him knowledge and years of experience in the local scene.  His fireplay workshop will provide new and exciting techniques, as well as safety suggestions.  If you've never had the pleasure of attending one of Michael's informative workshops, please take this opportunity to do so.  You will not be disappointed!!  Burghermunch workshops are held at the GLCC (Gay and Lesbian Community Center), 5808 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill/Pittsburgh, beginning at 7:30pm, on the third Saturday of each month.  Note: During the workshop, Jessi presented information on working with flash cotton.  Following the meeting, he emailed further information pertaining to all flash items, paper, cotton, string and the like.  View it here.

Tuesday, January 2nd
Please join us in the new year for good food, fantastic service, and fun, friendly conversation when we gather once again in kinky comradery in the downstairs banquet room of Del's Restaurant and Bar.  We'll chat about anything and everything, from the mundane to the kinky. If you've never come to a Burghermunch, please take this opportunity to meet some of the friendliest folks in the 'Burgh.

Past Meetings 2006

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No December workshop due to Holidays

Tuesday, December 5th
This month's Burghermunch will be held in the first floor back room at Del's Restaurant and Bar. If there is a problem finding us, please ask the host or hostess for the Burghermunch group.  Join us at 7pm for good food, fantastic service, and fun, friendly conversation when we gather once again in kinky comradery to chat about anything and everything, from the mundane to the kinky. If you've never come to a Burghermunch, please take this opportunity to meet some of the friendliest folks in the 'Burgh. You
won't be disappointed.

Saturday, November 18th

Tuesday, November 7th
Please join us for good food, fantastic service, and fun, friendly conversation when we gather once again in kinky comradery in the downstairs banquet room of Del's Restaurant and Bar.  We'll chat about anything and everything, from the mundane to the kinky. If you've never come to a Burghermunch, please take this opportunity to meet some of the friendliest folks in the 'Burgh.

Saturday, October 21st

Our very own Mark and Jenn, and Lee and Julia will present Knife Play and Cutting this coming Saturday.  Mark and Jenn will begin the night with a demonstration on the sensual side of knife play, along with white-lining and abrasion. Lee and Julia will directly follow with a demonstration on cutting with knives and scalpels.  Burghermunch workshops are held on the third Saturday at 7:30pm at the GLCC (Gay and Lesbian Community Center) 5808 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill/Pittsburgh.

Tuesday, October 3rd
Please join us at 7pm at Del's Restaurant and Bar for good food, fantastic service, and fun, friendly conversation when we gather once again in kinky comradery.  On the first Tuesday of each month we get together in the downstairs banquet room of Del's to chat about anything and everything, from the mundane to the kinky.  No RSVP is needed. We look forward to seeing you there!!

Saturday, September 16th

The topic of this month's Burghermunch Workshop is "Bondage Without Knots," presented by Burghermunch's very own Jack, The Hungry Tiger.  Active in the BDSM scene since 1997, and presenter of many informative workshops throughout the Midwest and East Coast, Tiger's enthusiasm and passion will rope you right in.  If you have ever said, "I can't do rope bondage. I am no good with knots," then this class is for you. Come learn how to bind someone without ever having to use even a single knot.  Burghermunch workshops are held on the third Saturday at 7:30pm at the GLCC (Gay and Lesbian Community Center) 5808 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill/Pittsburgh.

Tuesday, September 5th
Please join us at 7pm on September 5th at Del's Restaurant and Bar for good food, fantastic service, and fun, friendly conversation when we gather once again in kinky comradery.  We'll meet in the downstairs banquet room of Del's to chat about anything and everything, from the mundane to the kinky.  If you've never come to a Burghermunch, please take this opportunity to meet some of the friendliest folks in the 'Burgh. You won't be disappointed.  No RSVP is needed. We look forward to seeing you there!!  Note: This month we met in a different, equally private room at Del's.  This is part of our agreement - to meet in another room when the usual room, which seats far more people than our usual number, is reserved for a larger group.  Anyone who asked for Burghermunch was directed to the correct room.

Saturday, August 19th
The topic of this month's Burghermunch Workshop is "Male Submission, CBT and CBB".  Mistress Simone will draw from her knowledge and experience in S/M & B/D, psychodrama, CBT, nipple torture, role-play, foot worship, feminization, enemas and medical scenes.  More information on Mistress Simone is available at her website.  We are pleased to welcome her to Pittsburgh, and hope that you will join us!  Burghermunch workshops are held on the third Saturday at 7:30pm at the GLCC (Gay and Lesbian Community Center) 5808 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill/Pittsburgh.

Tuesday, August 1st
Enjoy dinner with Burghermunch at Del's Restaurant at 7:00pm on Tuesday, August 1st. As you arrive, simply ask for the party downstairs.  There is no cost to this meeting other than what you eat (checks will be presented on a per-person basis), and no reservation is necessary.  Del's Restaurant is located at 4428 Liberty Avenue in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh.  This is discussion only.

No July workshop due to Vacations

Tuesday, July 11th
Plan to enjoy dinner with Burghermunch at Del's Restaurant, renown for the quality of their many Italian dishes (http://www.delsrest.com). There is no cost to this meeting other than what you eat (checks will be presented on a per-person basis), and no reservation is necessary. Del's Restaurant is located at 4428 Liberty Avenue in the Bloomfield neighborhood of Pittsburgh. We hope to see you there!

Saturday, June 17th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Michael (TheTortureArtist) will present a workshop on Flogging.  This will include various techniques.  He will also demo the use of several types of floggers.

Tuesday, June 6th
Its time for another Pittsburgh Munch! Plan to enjoy dinner around 7:00 with Burghermunch at Del's Restaurant's private downstairs room. We'll talk about everything under the sun - occasionally including bondage, discipline, domination and submission, S&M, kinks, fetishes, and other topics related to leathersex. This is discussion only. Note: Thirty people joined us for dinner.  There was a wide variety of BDSM interests and sexual orientations represented.

Saturday, May 20th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Carrie will present “The Submissive Perspective”.  So many workshops focus on the top – ‘how to flog’, ‘how to do fireplay’, etc. - but this evening will turn the tables and look at the bottoms point of view in the BDSM lifestyle. We will also be having our annual Silent Auction fundraiser that benefits the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom. A social will follow the workshop - bring food to share and ID. There will be limited play space.  Note: Members of the Pittsburgh BDSM community raised $580.00 for NCSF!  Read the NCSF thank you letter here.

Tuesday, May 2nd
Its time for another Pittsburgh Munch! Plan to enjoy dinner around 7:00 with Burghermunch at Del's Restaurant's private downstairs room. We'll talk about everything under the sun - occasionally including bondage, discipline, domination and submission, S&M, kinks, fetishes, and other topics related to leathersex. This is discussion only.

Saturday, April 15th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  The Hungry Tiger will present "Resistance Play and Bondage - Part 2" - primarily a bondage workshop. This will be more "nuts and bolts" style. It will not cover issues like scene prep or negotiation or emotional impact. Topics will include: What materials can be used for resistance bondage, Resistance play motions specific for bondage, Angles and leverage, Knots that can be tied one handed, and Escape methods. People coming to the second workshop are encouraged to bring a 10-15 foot length of rope to participate.

Tuesday, April 4th
Its time for another Pittsburgh Munch! Plan to enjoy dinner around 7:00 with Burghermunch at Del's Restaurant's private downstairs room. We'll talk about everything under the sun - occasionally including bondage, discipline, domination and submission, S&M, kinks, fetishes, and other topics related to leathersex. This is discussion only.

Saturday, March 18th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Ellie will present a workshop entitled "Resistance Play - Part One". This month, we will consider a form of BDSM called "resistance play", in which the submissive is encouraged to resist; physically, mentally, or both, usually for the purpose of forcing a surrender.

Tuesday, March 7th
First munch at new restaurant - Del's, in Bloomfield - at 7:00 P.M.  The waitstaff had a private meeting room ready for us.  Despite a new location for people to get used to, about twenty people got together over dinner.  We thank 5801 (formerly New York New York) for hosting us for the past 2 1/2 years, and regret that changes in their business model led to not serving meals during most weeknights.

Saturday, February 18th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Steve, Aimee and several other members of the TNG group will present a workshop entitled "BDSM for Beginners". Their goal is to put a different twist on the Basics and talk more about the mental and emotional aspects of just starting out, rather than focusing on basic impact play.  Note: an outline of their presentation has been filed at the TNG Pittsburgh Yahoo Group.

Tuesday, February 7th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

Saturday, January 21st
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Joyce will present a workshop entitled "The Mind of a Switch". It will be a panel presentation and open discussion on the dynamics of a switch, what inspires someone to become a switch, how a switch relationship is maintained, d/s in a switch relationship or curiosity about why someone would want to be a switch.  Note: an outline of their presentation has been filed at the TNG Pittsburgh Yahoo Group.

Tuesday, January 3rd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

Past Meetings 2005

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No December workshop due to Holidays

Tuesday, December 6th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

Saturday, November 19th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, starting at 7:30pm.  The Burghermunch's monthly workshop will be transformed into a multi-faceted event.  The Fifth Annual Vendor & Artisan Night will see as many as six vendors to attend with wares and toys. We are also opening the night as a social event. We ask that you bring a light snack so that we all can enjoy a snack and soft drink as we socialize, enjoy some quiet music and browse the vendor displays.  At the Vendor Artisan Night, the Pittsburgh leather community is taking up collections to aid victims of hurricane Katrina. And finally, there will also be limited play space available.  Munch rules will apply; view them here.

Tuesday, November 1st
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

Saturday, October 15th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Tracey will present a workshop entitled "Extreme Paddles". This workshop will cover selecting toys, warm-up, building sensations, pushing the bottom, and aftercare. In addition, Tracey will be doing a demo of the various techniques discussed.

Tuesday, October 4th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

Saturday, September 17th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Don and jade will present a workshop entitled "Erotic Waxplay". Some of the topics to be covered include: Erotic waxing vs. Sadistic waxing, Types of candle wax, Safety issues, Beginning a Scene, Waxing techniques, and Wax removal. There will be *both* a male & a female utilized in the demo...smiles! Also, a handout will be provided for those in attendance.

Tuesday, September 6th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

Saturday, August 20th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  John (a.k.a. Rover) will present a workshop entitled "Structure: Building a Power Exchange Relationship".  Some of the topics to be covered include: Common relationship characteristics, How structure relates to power exchange relationships, Fear of structure, Common relationship needs, and Elements of structure.

Tuesday, August 2nd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.  Presently the new owners of New York New York are remodeling the entire restaurant, including the kitchen area. Our Burghermunch group will continue to meet there during the renovations, however, we will be ordering in pizza each month.

No July workshop due to Vacations

Tuesday, July 5th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, June 18th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Topic is Three BDSM Questions and will be presented by Sir Shadowfind.  Three questions that need to be answered before moving ahead in our alternative lifestyle movement are: "Who Am I?", "Why Am I Here?" and "Where Am I Going?". These three questions could change the form and shape of our "Leather" relationships. Areas covered will be: Self-esteem, Lifestyle relationships, and the outreach of the lifestyle community member. Ending with a message to the alternative lifestyle community as the subculture of a more dominant and established culture. Sir Shadowfind is the Founder of the internationally known and respected House of Shadowfind Bed and Breakfast and Lifestyle School.

Tuesday, June 7th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, May 21st
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Topic is To Be Determined.  There will be a silent auction to benefit NCSF.  A social will follow; munch rules apply; view them here.

Tuesday, May 3rd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, April 16th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Master Michael presents "The Art of Controlling the Mind, Body and Spirit through the Senses". This workshop is designed to enlighten, refresh and enhance the fine art of sensuous play in the context of BDSM.

Tuesday, April 5th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, March 19th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Mara & phoenix will present "Beginning Needleplay". Mara is an experienced dominant, who has learned from Atlanta's Doug Harris and Catherine Gross. Her passions run to blood sports and heavy pain play. Novices and highly experienced players have admired her stunning suturing work and artistic cuttings. Her favorite canvas, phoenix, is a heavy bottom and exhibitionist who prefers pain to submission. phoenix has assisted with classes for needles, cutting, knife play, and BDSM relationships.

Tuesday, March 1st
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, January 15th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Swift Fox will present on "Animal Role Play". The television media has been awash with shows focusing on the Furry Fandom. But what is it really all about and how do people find themselves involved in and eventually become Furries? How does this concept relate to and overlap with the BDSM lifestyles? This month, Glen, aka Swift Fox, will attempt to shed light on these questions.

Tuesday, January 4th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Past Meetings 2004

Go up one year

No December workshop due to Holidays

Tuesday, December 7th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, November 20th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, starting at 7:30pm.  The 4th Annual Burghermunch Vendor/Artisan/Swap night. Regional vendors and local artisans will be on hand to sell toys and fetish clothing just in time for the holidays. Vendors and artisans are not charged for this workshop, which is run each year at this time as a service to the bdsm community. It also presents a festive holiday atmosphere to socialize in, so consider bringing a snack or potluck item to share that evening.

Tuesday, November 2nd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, October 16th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  GnosticTwilight will present "Basic Play Techniques". Topics will include a review of basic toys, areas of the body to avoid, and play negotiations.  Also to be discussed are risks in BDSM, first time play, setting the scene for a scene, and cleaning your toys.

Tuesday, October 5th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, September 18th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  The 2nd Annual BondageFest workshop presented by The Hungry Tiger and other local bondage enthusiasts. This offers lots of one-on-one interaction. Each presenter will be in a different area and guests are welcome to go from presenter to presenter getting as much information as they can. Current scheduled topics are as follows: Asian bondage, Western bondage, Hair bondage, Mental bondage, First aid and anatomy.

Tuesday, September 7th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, August 21st
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Sir GoodHands, a self-proclaimed tit fetishist, and his two lovely assistants will present an exciting workshop on Breast Torture.  Rescheduled from earlier this year.

Tuesday, August 3rd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

No July workshop due to Vacations

Tuesday, July 6th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, June 19th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Mistress Ouch and Lady X will present on "Pro Dommes". Mistress Ouch is a Lifestyle Mistress with 24 years of experience in the BDSM/Sadistic Arts. The pros and cons of being paid to dominate (and all that entails) will be the crux of Her presentation. More information will be forthcoming on Mistress X on her side of the presentation. Mistress Ouch and Mistress X are asking for 2 male volunteers from the audience for cbt and violet wand demos.

Tuesday, June 1st
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, May 15th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Brie will present on Corsets - including the history of the corset from ancient support garments through WWI, common myths, what tight lacing is and isn't and how to decide if it is right for you, safe play considerations when either partner is corseted, types of corsets on the market today, realistically assessing your corset needs and desires, and finding a reputable corset maker.

Tuesday, May 4th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, April 17th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  The topic will be Breast Torture & Bondage, presented by Sir GoodHands.  Another exciting aspect of the evening is the Annual Silent Toy Auction to benefit the NCSF (National Coalition for Sexual Freedom). We currently have a nice list of donated items and more keep coming in! Note: You raised $305.00.  Congratulations!  They sent a nice thank you note.

Tuesday, April 6th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, March 20th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Tantor will present a workshop on the topic of Crucifixion.  Included will be the history of crucifixion, starting with its use as capital punishment and how it became an art form - primarily due to its religious significance - and today's erotic ties to bdsm.

Tuesday, March 2nd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, February 21st
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Chicago Michael will lead a hands-on workshop on Singletails. The class will include basic throws, understanding how the singletail works in a scene, and ways to get the desired effects from the singletail.

Tuesday, February 3rd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, January 17th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  The topic will be "Pervertibles & Convertibles".  Do you enjoy 'perverting' everyday items into kinky uses? Have you 'converted' something from its intended use into being a toy? Join us and bring your favorite pervertible or convertible for show and tell. We’ll also discuss all the great everyday shopping places to find interesting toys.

Tuesday, January 6th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Past Meetings 2003

Go up one year

No December workshop due to Holidays

Tuesday, December 2nd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, November 15th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill will be the Third Annual Vendor/Artisan/Swap Night starting at 7:30pm.  Several regional vendors and local artisans will display and sell toys and fetish clothing just in time for the holidays.  We also invite you to bring your own gently used items to swap with others.  Vendors and artisans are not charged for this workshop, which is run each year at this time as a service to the bdsm community. This also presents a festive holiday atmosphere to socialize in, so please consider bringing a snack or potluck item to share that evening.  It starts at 7:30pm.  There is no reservation necessary for the workshop. A $3-$5 donation is collected on a pay-what-you-can basis, of which $2 goes directly to the GLCC for giving us space, and $1 for costs related to the newsletter, monthly snacks, and other expenses.

Tuesday, November 4th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, October 18th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Master Michael presents "The Fine & Forgotten Art of Sensuous Play". This workshop is designed to enlighten, refresh and enhance the fine art of sensuous play in the context of BDSM. Michael will also set the stage for the 6 Senses demonstrations (Sight, Sound, Smell, Taste, Touch, Mind).

Tuesday, October 7th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, September 20th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  TheHungryTiger and other presenters will put on BondageFest 2003.  This month's workshop will be handled in a slightly different style than most other workshops. Instead of a lecture style presentation, there will be one-on-one tutoring available. Five different stations will be set up, providing a great opportunity for individualized attention and for having specific questions addressed. The five stations include: suspension bondage, mummification and plastic wrap, leather bondage, rope bondage, and bondage photography & art uses.

Tuesday, September 2nd
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, August 16th
Burghermunch Workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm.  Master Alan will present "Objectification" - transforming a submissive into an inanimate object. Learn about sub-topics (pun intended!) as: Bondage, Voyeurism, Total Power Exchange, Water Sports, Pony-girls/boys, Puppy-play, and other forms of depersonalization. Several "objects" will be in attendance to demonstrate their uses.

Tuesday, August 5th
Regular munch at New York New York in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

No July workshop due to Vacations

Tuesday, July 1st
Regular munch is now held at New York, New York. Due to shifts in the ownership, The Elbow Room has closed the private room where Burghermunch was meeting. New York New York is a gay and alternative lifestyle restaurant and bar. We will have a separate area of the restaurant to meet in, however the nature of the establishment is such that privacy and discretion should not be a concern. Burghermunch thanks The Elbow Room for hosting Burghermunch during the past several years.

Saturday, June 21st
Burghermunch workshop at the GLCC on Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill, 7:30-9:30pm, will feature a group discussion on the topic of "Subspace" - what "subspace" is, how a person can find their way to this lovely place, and the importance of aftercare. Since "Subspace" can mean many things to many people, we are hoping that everyone will come with their own experiences to share.

Tuesday, June 3rd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, May 17th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Knife Play, by Bobby

Tuesday, May 6th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, April 19th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Caning, by Joe

Tuesday, April 1st
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, March 15th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Basic and Intermediate Flogging, by Master Yar

Tuesday, March 4th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, February 15th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  It was a Dark and Stormy Night:  Erotic BDSM fiction, by Lady Dusk and Jan

Tuesday, February 3rd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, January 18th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  BDSM 101; by Shannin, Deviant, and Mistress Markessa

Tuesday, January 7th, 2003  Happy New Year!
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Past Meetings 2002

Go up one year

No December workshop due to Holidays

Tuesday, December 3rd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, November 16th
Second Annual Vendor/Artisan Swap Night
GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.

Tuesday, November 5th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, October 19th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Japanese Rope Bondage, by The Hungry Tiger

Tuesday, October 1st
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, September 21st
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Extreme Spanking, by Tracey

Tuesday, September 3rd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, August 17th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Humiliation, by Various.  Click here for synopsis.

No July workshop due to Vacations

Tuesday,  July 2nd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, June 15th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  TBA, by Mistress Ouch

Tuesday,  June 3rd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, May 18th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Impact Play facilitated by various presenters

Tuesday,  May 7th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, April 20th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Alternative Relationships facilitated by Bobby

Tuesday,  April 2nd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, March 16th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Mistress Eva on caning; demo and discussion.

Tuesday,  March 5th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, February 16th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  Needles and Saline facilitated by JD

Tuesday,  February 5th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Saturday, January 19th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30 P.M.
Topic:  BDSM Scene Magic facilitated by Master Tantor

Tuesday,  January 8th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00 P.M.

Past Meetings 2001

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December 2001 Workshop cancelled due to the holidays.

Tuesday, December 4th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, November 17th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Vendor, Artisan and Swap Night just in time for the holidays.  If you're planning to display, contact curiousspirit@hotmail.com. Note: At this Vendor, Artisan & Swap Night, the Pittsburgh Leather Community raised $328.00 for the New York City Gay & Lesbian Anti-Violence Project following the disastrous events of September 11th.

Tuesday, November 6th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, October 20th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm

Topic:  by Karl and Francine, a basic overview of what is commonly referred to as "watersports".  The evening's topics will include piss play/golden showers with a demo (which will be adapted from typical play but conditions will be modified to be able to demo within safe parameters in the presence of a audience), and enema play (no demo involved, just details of how to, safety, variations, why we do this and the psychological aspects).  Scat play will not be discussed as the topic squicks too many people.  The facilitators are not offended by a person's view or questions on scat and will be happy to take questions and discuss the issues involved privately after the workshop.  Those in attendance may feel free to leave the workshop room if at any time the discussion at hand bothers them.  If anyone is interested in assisting with the demo this evening, please feel free to write us at:  burghermunch@burghermunch.org.  In short, no, you won't get sprayed while in attendance, and no, you don't need to drink a lot of fluids beforehand if you want to participate (but you do need to contact us first).

Tuesday, October 2nd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, September 15th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Putting the SAFE into Safe, Sane & Consensual by Wicked Blue Moon

First meeting safety is an important issue in BDSM, with many pitfalls and dangers to be aware of.  Whether your potential partner is local, or long-distance, there are steps you can take to minimize the risk and maximize your fun!  Join us this Saturday, September 15th, as Wicked Blue Moon leads a discussion on "Putting the SAFE into Safe, Sane & Consensual -- First Meetings".

Tuesday, September 4th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, August 18th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Nipple Abrasion facilitated by Tim and Vicki

Tuesday, August 7th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

July Munch - Cancelled for summer vacation

July Workshop
No Workshop - Summer Vacation

Saturday, June 16th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  George Morrell has been speaking on SM lifestyle & the Law for 15 years.
He has traveled over 100,000 miles visited 24 states speaking on the subject. He became an activist after a private party was invaded by police in April 1986. After a 11 month legal battle, in 1988 he was certified by the Pa.  Supreme Court  as a district magistrate. The legal trust founded by him has assisted many others who have been harassed by the authorities. He has been in the sm/ds/bd community as a participant since 1948.

Tuesday, June 5th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, May 19th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  TBA

Tuesday, May 1st
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, April 21st
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Playing With Fear facilitated by Bobby and Tammy

Tuesday, April 3rd
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm

Saturday, March 17th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Toys facilitated by Tim and Company

Tuesday, March 6th
Regular munch at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth; 7:00pm.  Note: Small turnout due to nasty weather, but a nice meeting nonetheless :-)

Saturday, February 17th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Fireplay facilitated by Jeff and Wildfleurs.  Notes: This was the 5th Anniversary workshop for the munch and for Karl and Francine. After Jeff and Wildfleurs demonstrated fireplay, including safety precautions and the chance for people to try it for themselves, a paddle was presented to Karl and Francine for starting and growing the Burghermunch, and everyone enjoyed a cake in their honor.

Tuesday, February 6th
Regular munch meeting.
7:00 p.m. at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth

Saturday, January 20th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm
Topic:  Nipple Abrasion/Play facilitated by Tim, Wildfleurs, Tammy and Steve

Tuesday, January 9th
Regular munch meeting.  Date moved back one week
7:00 p.m. at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth

Past Meetings 2000

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December workshop cancelled due to Holidays.
Holiday Party Planning in Progress.

Tuesday, December 5th
Regular munch meeting.  Details TBA.

Saturday, November 18th
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm.
Topic:  TBA

Tuesday, November 7th
Regular munch meeting. Details TBA.

November 3rd - November 5th
Black Rose 2000 in Washington DC.  For details, see:  http://www.br.org/. BR2000 is sold out.

Saturday, October 21st.
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm.
Topic: Fisting; facilitated by Bobby and Tammy.

Tuesday, October 3rd.
Regular munch meeting.  Details TBA.

Saturday, September 16th.
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm.
Topic:  Mummification, facilitated by Deviant_1.

Tuesday, September 5th.
Regular munch meeting.  Details TBA.

Saturday, August 19th.
Due to conflicting schedules in the community, the August Burghermunch workshop is cancelled.  There will be a private party this evening.  If you are interested in the party, write to:  pussycat@adelphia.net. 

Tuesday, August 1st.
Regular munch meeting at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth.  7pm-9pm.
Group might go over to Pluto's for fetish night afterwards.

Saturday, July 15th.
Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm.
Topic:  Bondage Without Knots, facilitated by John. Models are needed for this workshop; for more info email:  owner@kinkyrope.com.  Please note the workshop donation is now $2 - $5 (still on a pay what you can basis).  Odds are likely we will be using the GLCC a little longer this evening and we will be running the air the entire time.  It's only fair that we cover our costs of the air and raise the donations to the GLCC to $2 a person.

Saturday, July 1st - Free Movie Night!!!  Shanghai Noon

Change in Plans:  Movie Night - Screw up repair in progress - PLEASE READ.  The short version:

Movie: Shanghai Noon
Time: 10:15pm (NEW TIME DUE TO CONFLICT/SCREW UP AT CINEMATROPOLIS)
Dinner: 8:30pm at Evergreen Chinese Buffet.

The long version:

We've just had a bad interaction with Cinematropolis over the scheduling of our movie night.  Francine had arranged well over a month ago for an 8pm reservation, but as of about 10 minutes ago, when she spoke with Cinematropolis management, we were informed that we can't get the theatre to ourselves at that time.  They wanted us to punt back to a midnight showing, but finally a compromise was reached for a 10:15 showing.

So...  SCHEDULE CHANGE:  Movie night for the 'Burghermunch and Leathergrrrls is at 10:15PM, Saturday, July 1st, at Cinematropolis, which is in the Penn Hills Shopping Center at the intersection of Rodi and Frankstown.  We *will* have the theatre to ourselves, so you can dress however you wish -- fetishwear is fine.  Voting for the movie came down on the side of Shanghai Noon.  If you have previously confirmed for the 8pm showing that we thought we'd have, but can no longer make the new 10:15 show time, please reply to this message to let us know.  Thanx in advance.  We get some minimal snacks (popcorn, M&Ms) as part of our group deal. Concessions will also be open for us, at 20% off regular prices.

Francine and I will be having dinner at Evergreen Chinese Buffet (Business Rt22, Wilkins Twp, next to Hooter's, just beyond Sears) at 8:30 that evening.  Evergreen is open until 10pm.  Dinner at Evergreen is not part of the group deal -- this is just an extra chance to share a meal together.

A Bcc to everyone who previously confirmed has been made with this message, so some people will get this more than once.

--karl

In lieu of our regular munch meeting this month, we will be having a Free Movie Night.  Stayed tuned here to find out more as details unfold.  As of now we will be going to the Cinematropolis Theater on Rodi Road in Penn Hills Shopping Mall.  We will have a theater entirely to ourselves and can be as crazy as we want.  We are scheduled to see a movie (title yet to be announced as they won't know for a few days) at 10:15 pm.  The movie, pop, popcorn and candy are free for the first 40 people who confirm they will attend; anyone beyond the first 40 will have to pay $3.  This is a perfect event to bring your not so vanilla and curious friends to without them having to feel nervous.  To confirm, click on the following link and fill in the number of people who will be attending.

Confirmation for Burghermunch Movie Night

Also, a few of us will be going out for dinner at Evergreen Chinese Buffet on Business 22 (next to Hooters).  If you would like to join us for dinner we will be there at 8:30 pm.  After dinner we will go over to Penn Hills mall and spend some time at Lady Godiva's (which is next door to the theater) before going over to the movie.

Tuesday, July 4th.  Regular munch will be cancelled in lieu of Independence Day.

Saturday, June 17th.  Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm.  Topic:  Breath Play, facilitated by Bobby and Tammy.

Tuesday, June 6th.  Regular munch meeting at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth.  7pm-9pm.  Group might go over to Pluto's for fetish night afterwards.

Saturday, May 20th.  Workshop at the GLCC in Squirrel Hill on Forward Ave.  7:30pm-9:30pm.  Topic:  Electrical Play and CBT, facilitated by Lou.

Tuesday, May 2nd.  Regular munch meeting at the Elbow Room in Shadyside on Ellsworth.  7pm-9pm.  Group might go over to Pluto's for fetish night afterwards.

Saturday, April 15th.  Workshop at the GLCC 7:30pm - 9:30pm.  Topic:  Genitorture
Facilitated by:  Liz, Bobby, and Katie.

Tuesday, April 4th. Munch meeting at Pluto's at 18th and Penn Ave. in Pittsburgh's Strip District.  We will meet from 7pm - 9pm and have a potluck dinner.  There is no cost to come to the munch, but please bring a covered dish or dessert and any serving utensils necessary for your dish.  The munch will supply the plates, napkins and plastic ware.  Pluto's regular DJ will not be present during this time.  In other words, you will be able to hear yourself think and play.  Fetish wear and play are perfectly acceptable during this time.  Please adhere to the rules of playing in the presence of alcohol in public; no gentalia or female nipples can show.  There will be a bartender on duty at a cash bar.  If you choose to stay past 9pm for Pluto's Leather/Fetish Night hosted by Lady Victoria Frost, you will have to pay a $5 cover charge at that time.

We will see how this munch goes.  If you have questions or comments before or after the munch, send them to me at: francine@charcoal.com.  Your input will determine if we do this again or return to the Elbow Room indefinitely

Saturday, March 18.  Workshop at the GLCC, 7:30 pm.  Topic:  A Look Inside of the Work of a Professional Dominatrix.  Facilitated by MzCara and Lady Victoria Frost

Tuesday, March 7.
Regular meeting at the Elbow Room (Shadyside on Ellsworth) at 7pm.

Saturday, February 19th.  Workshop at the GLCC, 7:30 pm.  Topic:  Waxing by Jeff (aka Deviant1).

Tuesday, February 1st.  Regular meeting at the Elbow Room (Shadyside on Ellsworth) at 7pm.

Tuesday, January 4th, 2000.  Regular meeting at the Elbow Room (Shadyside on Ellsworth) at 7pm.  A collection will be taken for the San Diego Club X Party Defense Fund and sent to Club X in one check from the Burghermunch.  For current information on Club X's situation:  http://www.geocities.com/sdsixfund/.  If anyone wants to make a personal donation, make a check out to:  SDCXPDF (or San Diego Club X Party Defense Fund) and send it to:
    SDCXPDF
    PO Box 3092
    San Diego, CA  92163

Saturday, January 15th.  Workshop at the GLCC, 7:30 pm.  Topic:  Basics of Singletails facilitated by Robert and Joan.

Past Meetings 1999

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Tuesday, December 7th.  Regular meeting at the Elbow Room (Shadyside on Ellsworth) at 7pm.

Saturday, November 20th.  Workshop at the GLCC, 7:30 pm, "Black Rose Review"; facilitated by those who attended BR99.  We will use this meeting to review workshops attended at Black Rose and to come up with a schedule and potential workshop topics for next  year.

Tuesday, November 2nd.  Regular meeting at the Elbow Room (Shadyside on Ellsworth) at 7pm.

Saturday, October 16th:  Workshop at the GLCC, 7:30 pm, "Nostalgic Review of Bondage in Popular Culture Magazines"; facilitated by:  Taut

Tuesday, October 5th.  Regular meeting at the Elbow Room (Shadyside on Ellsworth) at 7pm.

Saturday, September 18th:  Workshop at the GLCC, "Play Party Etiquette".  Larry, Arnie, and Liz did an incredible and very thorough workshop on Play Party Etiquette.  The workshop was well attending and everyone learned a lot about etiquette, future party planning, and dungeon mastering.

Past Meetings 1998