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2012-02-07 Upcoming Events

-=-=-=-=-=- SOCIAL COLUMN

I've added a LOT of information about the big annual events coming up, that tend to attract a lot of San Diegans. If you are going to attending the out-of-town events, NOW would be a good time to make travel plans.  Hotels fill up fast, and last-minute airline tickets ain't cheap!

Los Angeles Fetish Pride 2012 is coming up in late March. The Events Listing is pretty comprehensive. It's well-worth planning your schedule around, and I hope to have updated information as the weeks go by. I am definitely planning to attend the events during the final weekend (particularly the Anvil Club party). It's wonderful see so many friendly faces each year!

FMSD's brother groups in Palm Springs are doing very well - Palm Springs Leather Order of the Desert (PSLOD) has proven itself over years and years as being the classic-style men's brotherhood, hosting Palm Springs Leather Pride on the second weekend in November each year. As of this Thursday, Desert Fetish Authority (DFA) is officially starting in a different direction, just as SDLOG and FMSD cover different needs for the same community in San Diego. There is a need for experimentation and risk-taking in 2012 and beyond, because we have guys among us who haven't got the same baggage as us older guys.  New times demand newer thinking!  Check out DFA's newest information-blast, and see some new thoughts being expressed.  All groups mentioned here are dedicated to brotherhood, Tribe, and being proud of who we are!

The Imperial Court de San Diego Coronation XL is coming up this weekend. Mr. San Diego Leather 2002 Tom Dickerson is running for Emperor, and 
details may be found here if you would like to show him support.

The STUD NIGHT party at the Eagle on Friday, March 10th is going to be crazy-busy, which is why they are starting a bit early. Their special guest is (LINK SERIOUSLY NOT SAFE FOR WORK) Michael Brandon.

One more change for the Feb. 15 Men's Discussion this upcoming Wednesday, Feb. 15: Sam's chosen topic is in honor of Black History Month, where we will discuss Racism (and racism play).

On Sunday, Feb. 19, our own DJ Shane Stiel (who seems to be providing the FMSD soundtrack these days) is requesting that his brothers on this list tune into GayInternetRadioLive.com to listen to an hour of his music, starting at 11am. The more listeners he has, the better his chances of winning a DJ contest.

-=-=-=-=-=- UPCOMING EVENTS

Thu. Feb. 9 at 9pm till 1am; Red Hankie Social Night at the Eagle.  Second Thu. of each month

Fri. Feb. 10: Mr. San Diego Eagle 2012 Contestant Registration Deadline. The entry form can be downloaded here.


Fri. Feb. 10, 9PM-1AM: DRESS IT UP/STRIP IT DOWN at the Eagle; 2nd Fri. of each month. Hosted by Eli. It's the nicest, friendliest crowd you'll see at a leather bar. Here are a few reviews, if you haven't been to one yet. Dress to impress if you've got the gear, or show us some skin - I promise you'll be glad that you did. Here are some pictures from Oct., February, March, April, June and September. Notice how HAPPY everybody is. You deserve to be that happy too.


Sat. Feb. 11, 9PM onward: UNIFORM NIGHT at the Eagle. Wear Military Gear or Civil Uniform Gear. Second Sat. of each month.

Sun. Feb. 12, 5PM, CIGARS & BOOTS on the patio at Redwing Bar & Grill. First Sun. of each month. If you like a low-pressure, comfortable event with men that you can relate to, this one is for you. 



Wed. Feb. 15, 7-10PM: FilmOut San Diego presents Breakfast at Tiffany's at the Birch North Park Theatre. $10 cash at the door, and bring extra cash for the fabulous raffle items!   I will be there at 6:45PM SHARP with free tickets for my FMSD buddies, so get there early!  Upcoming movies: Mar 14th-HAIR, Apr 18th-Cry-Baby, May 16th-Sordid Lives.

Wed. Feb. 15, 7-9PM: MEN'S MONTHLY DISCUSSIONS. Moderated by California LeatherSir 2012 Sam. This has turned out to be ideal for building friendships by getting to know men outside of the bar/cruising scene. First and third Wednesday of each month. Topic of discussion is Racism.


Wed. Feb. 15, 7-11PM: TNG social event at Bamboo Lounge. TNG stands for "The Next Generation", which is a kinky social group for younger men and women from 18 to 35 years old. This particular event is in the style of a group discussion. Third Wednesday of each month.


Thu. Feb. 16, 9-PM-Midnight: Yellow Hankie Social Night at the Eagle. First and Third Thu. of each month.


Mr. San Diego Eagle Contest Weekend:
Fri. Feb 17, 10pm: Mr. San Diego Eagle MEET & GREET @ The Eagle
Sat. Feb 18, 9pm: Mr. San Diego Eagle 2012 CONTEST @ The Eagle

Sat. Feb. 18, 9:30PM-2AM: LL Bear Dance Party @ Rich's San Diego w/ DJ Shane Stiel. Shane is the excellent DJ that played for the BELT party, and he's a member of FMSD. Here is my review of this event.

Sat. Feb. 25, 10pm: Underwear Party and Contest at the Eagle. Hosted by the new Mr. SD Eagle 2012. Fourth Sat. of each month.

Fri, Mar. 2, 7-9PM; SDLOG EDUCATIONAL EVENT.  First Friday of each month. at the Joyce Beers Community Center, by the Aladdin restaurant near Ralph's supermarket on University.

Sat. Mar. 3, 9PM-2AM; BearNight Dance at Numbers. $5 before 10PM. First Sat. of each month. Lots of leathermen attend this event, and it comes highly recommended… Here are some reviews.


Wed. Mar. 7, 7-9PM: MEN'S MONTHLY DISCUSSIONS.  Moderated by California LeatherSir 2012 Sam. This has turned out to be ideal for building friendships by getting to know men outside of the bar/cruising scene. First and third Wednesday of each month. Here is a picture from the December 21 event. It's a great excuse for the generations to meet, build friendships and share mentoring. 

Wed. Mar. 7, 9PM: PUPPY NIGHT at the Eagle, hosted by Beep and San Diego Puppy Patrol (SDPP). First Wed. of each month.

Thu. Mar.8, 9-PM-Midnight: Yellow Hankie Social Night at the Eagle. First and Third Thu. of each month.

Fri. Mar. 9, 10:00PM: STUD Night at the Eagle.  Come out and play with the BAD BoyZ of Porn!  Tonight's special guest is Michael Brandon.

Sat. Mar. 10: BELT Party at Numbers. I will be celebrating 35 years in the Leather/Kink/Fetish Tribe that evening, so come help me celebrate a life well spent!

Fri. Mar. 16, 8:30PM-1AM: FRIDAY NIGHT BEAT AND GREET, downtown, hosted by Bryan Teague - American Leatherboy 2010, tiger - Ms San Diego Leather 2010, caryl - San Diego's premier Sea Monkey Trainer, and Mike Underwood - San Diego's very own Curmudgeonly teddy bear. Third Fri. of each month. This is a GREAT educational event if you want some hands-on training in a safe environment.

Mr. LA Leather 2012 Contest Weekend Highlights:

Thursday, March 22: 
Southland Honors - Awards Party

Friday, March 23:
BBQ Bondage Throw Down - Pansexual bondage play party at Sanctuary LAX
Mr. LA Leather Cigar Social - The LA Eagle
Uniform & Leather Party - Formal uniform and leather reception with the Regiment, California B&B Corps & BLUF

Saturday, March 24
Tow to Tow - Mr. LA Leather Contest and Meat Rack - Off the Hook
Anvil Club - Men only Extreme Dress Code Party at Threshold

Sunday, March 25
Mr LA Leather Victory Brunch - Celebrate with the new Mr LAL at Oil Can Harry’s
Street Fair - Pansexual, multi-fetish street fair at Threshold

March 29-Apr. 1: International Ms. Leather 2012 contest in San Francisco.

Fri. Mar. 30, 8:30PM-1AM: MEN-ONLY Fri. NIGHT BEAT AND GREET, downtown, hosted by Bryan Teague - American Leatherboy and Mike Underwood - San Diego's very own Curmudgeonly teddy bear. The Men-Only version is on the FIFTH Fri. of each month, such as June 29, August 31 and Nov. 30th of 2012. There will be hands-on training for folks who want to learn from experts in a very safe environment. I will be there, teaching flogging as usual.

Sat. Apr. 21, 9PM-3AM: ANVIL CLUB up in the San Fernando Valley. I give it a rave review here. Upcoming dates include June 23, August 24 (Rubber), Oct. 20 (Uniforms) and Dec. 15.

May 25-28: International Mr. Leather 2012 Contest Weekend in Chicago.

Sunday, July 29: Up Your Alley Street Fair in San Francisco.

Sunday, September 23: Folsom Street Fair in San Francisco.

November 8-11: Palm Springs Leather Pride