"Ocala Munch©" Past Presenters & Topics

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I have created this thread so that there is an historical record of the past presenters & topics for our 2nd Thursday Ocala Munch©. Listed in reverse order from most recent back to the Inaugural Munch of March 13, 2014.

2018

✩ "Ocala Munch!" ~ Thursday, January 11, 2018, 6 - 9:30 p.m. ―

Tonight's Topic ~

"Techniques for Play with a Whip: A Demonstration!"

Presenter: DexNeptune (see Event Post for more information about our presenter).

~ This demonstration will begin with a goal of introducing techniques that will get your whip out of the bottom of your toy bag and into use in the dungeon. If you are curious about a whip, put this on your calendar. Static and beginning dynamic throws will be taught. The focus of the demonstration is beginning whip techniques that directly relate to dungeon play. While basics of whips and whip throwing will be covered the true focus of the workshop is relating common dungeon toys and techniques to transferring those skills to adaptation with a whip. This is not a workshop in sport cracking, but focused on teaching skills that relate to dungeon play. Unfortunately do to the venue and limited space this will not be a hands-on workshop for throwers, whip catchers are welcome to volunteer to experience sensations from butterfly kisses to increasing levels of intensity.

As always, the location will be provided to those who give a definite RSVP 2-days prior to the munch.

2017

✩ "Ocala 'Meet & Greet' Munch + Toy Share Night!" ~ Thursday, December 14, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

Tonight:

"Impact Toys!"

What To Bring: We invite to to bring your collection of pervertables with you. The more variety the better! Let us take time to learn about the different types of items that can be used in WIITWD and also learn about safety when using them!
~ NOTE: Please be sure to have your pervertables in a bag or cover so as not to be visible to the other patrons of the venue as you arrive.

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✩ Ocala 'Meet & Greet' Munch + Toy Share Night! ~ Thursday, November 9, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

Tonight:

"Pervertables Night (Wooden spoons, paint sticks, shoe-horns, hair-brushes, etc.)!"

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✩ Ocala 'Meet & Greet' Munch + Toy Share Night! & 2018 Planning Meeting! ~ Thursday, October 12, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

Tonight:

Crops, canes, & rods!!

What To Bring: We invite to to bring your collection of tonight's "toys" with you. The more variety the better! Let us take time to learn about the different types of crops, canes & rods and also learn about safety when using them!
~ NOTE: Please be sure to have your "toys" in a bag or cover so as not to be visible to the other patrons of the venue as you arrive. We will take time at the end of the evening to compile a list of topics that will be voted on over the following few munches to determine which topics you would like next year.

Also:

~ Please bring your topic ideas for 2018 so that we can plan to have presentations that you wish to hear in 2018! We will take time at the end of the evening to compile a list of topics that will be voted on over the following few munches to determine which topics you would like next year. We will take time at the end of the evening to compile a list of topics that will be voted on over the following few munches to determine which topics you would like next year.

The Ocala 'Meet & Greet' Munch + Toy Share Night! ~ is an "informal" munch. Its a time to come out to meet other local people involved in the lifestyle in a relaxed & low stress atmosphere, to socialize, and to learn about the different "toys" in our toy bags!

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✩ Ocala 'Meet & Greet' Munch + Toy Share Night! ~ Thursday, September 14, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

TONIGHT: ROPE!

~ Tonight we will learn about the various types of rope as well as learn a few ties (ie: rope cuffs, body harness, etc).

Bring your rope with you! The more variety we have, the better we can all learn! Please be sure to have them in a bag (or something) so as not to display them in the restaurant.

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✩ Thursday, August 10, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m.―

You all have been asking for this one to be repeated! So HEEEERE it is!!

Topic: Consensual non-monogamy: "One man. Two women. Rope. Whips. Chains. What's the problem? It's 1941! Are we ready for this yet?"
Presenter: Tim Ponygroom

~ It's 2017! After more than fifty years since the sexual revolution began to popularize the practice of ethical non-monogamy, we still have questions: is polyamory all about sex? Is it immoral? Is it just cheating in disguise? Please do tell me it's all about lovey love and doesn't involve whips and rope! And why don't gay men use words like polyamory and polyfidelity? Are they all monogamous?

Are we ready to get past all that? Are we ready for ...

Professor Marston & the Wonder Women.

~ Details the unconventional life of Dr. William Marston, the Harvard psychologist and inventor who helped invent the modern lie detector test and created Wonder Woman in 1941. Marston was in a polyamorous relationship with his wife Elizabeth, a psychologist and inventor in her own right, and Olive Byrne, a former student who became an academic. This relationship was key to the creation of Wonder Woman, as Elizabeth and Olive's feminist ideals were ingrained in the character from her creation. Marston died of skin cancer in 1947, but Elizabeth and Olive remained a couple and raised their and Marston's children together. The film is said to focus on how Marston dealt with the controversy surrounding Wonder Woman's creation.
~ Release Date: 27 October 2017 (USA)

Please see the Announcement for more detailed information about

tonight's topic as well as a short bio about our presenter!

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✩ Thursday, July 13, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

Here is another one of the top vote getting topics for 2017!!

Topic: "Flogger Sensations: Mild to Harsh!!"
Presenter: Dark_W0lf
~ While most people have a standard image of what a flogger should be, there are many variations to elicit all types of sensations. We will go over floggers, how they are made, and how they are safely used and which ones create the sensation that please your partner. From the soft luxurious touch for the pleasure whore to the extreme pain needed by a heavy bottom, we will look at how not all floggers are created equal.

Please see the Announcement for a short bio about our presenter!

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✩ Thursday, June 8, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

Topic: "BDSM and the Law!"
Presenter: Attorney Lady Steele
~ What legal dangers are inherent to what it is we do? The simple truth is, legal issues abound when it comes to participating in BDSM. It can affect several areas in our lives, including family, criminal, civil, estate planning, healthcare, and even businesses law. How can you prepare yourself for the worst case scenario? Come find out when Lady Steele presents BDSM and the Law.

Please see the Announcement for more out presenter's bio!!

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✩ Thursday, May 11, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

Topic: "It's a Dynamic Thing: Power Exchange and Power Transfer Relationships!"
Presenters: The MasterTalon & slavekathy.
~ Shifting power can be a dark and confusing place here in relationship land. Join Master Talon and justkathy in this light shining exploration of the similarities and differences in power shifting relationships.*

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenters!

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✩ Thursday, April 13, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―
Topic: Bondage Without Rope!
Presenter: SageKnox
~ Ever feel intimidated by rope? Want to hold your victim…I mean play partner…in one spot so you can let your inner sadist run wild, but don’t really want to take the time those fancy knots require? Are you ready to play, but can’t remember the very basic of rope? And where is that darn rope anyway? No worries. There are many alternatives to immobilize your prey that can get the torture…I mean Play… started with only a snap, clip, zip or buckle.

Please see the Announcement for more information about our presenter!

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✩ Thursday, March 9, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―

★ 3rd Year Anniversary Munch! ★

Topic: "Rope + Knives, swords, and pointy things ~ ~ OH MY!!"
Presenters: Master Penguin & Miss-Selene from The Woodshed Orlando!
~ Master Penguin will do some rope work plus he will have an assortment of his Sharp & Pointy items with him! Be sure to bring your rope with you ~ just in case!!

Like the last time these presenters were here ~ you do NOT want to miss this!!

Please see the announcement for bios on our presenters !

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✩ Thursday, February 9, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m., 6 - 10 p.m. ―
Topic: What is this "Age-Play" dynamic all about anyway? ~ A round-table discussion!

List of Round-table presenters ~ See Bios at above link ("may" change & will be updated as they are confirmed):

Daddy Dom & Discussion Facilitator: HrDaddyDom
Middle: AngelatHisMercy
Little: Rahh
baby girl: Seroquil
baby boy/sissy baby/baby girl: Mamas_Munchkin
submissive daddy/baby boy: mitts_for_EVER

~ A round-table presentation & discussion with time for those attending to ask questions of the round-table presenters. Come join us and learn more about this dynamic & often misunderstood aspect of WIITWD!

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✩ Thursday, January 12, 2017, 6 - 10 p.m. ―
Topic: Collaring Ceremonies ~ what are they all about?
Presenter: Ms Lyndsey
~ There will be a presentation & discussion about what collaring ceremonies mean which will include an historical overview of these ceremonies over the years.
~ The discussion will be followed by a Formal Collaring & Hand Fasting Ceremony that all members of the Ocala Munch are invited to attend and take part in.

"Formal Collaring & Hand Fasting Ceremony" of Baysson & AngelatHisMercy
~ Officiant: MamaJaye
~ Those being Joined: Daddy Ray (Baysson) and angel (AngelatHisMercy)

Please see the Event Post for bios about our Presenter, Officiant,

and those being joined during this ceremony!

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2016

✩ December 8, 2016 ✩

Tonight is our 3rd Annual Holiday Munch

+ Its A Buffet + Game Night!

~ This is our Holiday Munch! A time to come out and socialize with friends & "chosen family" during the Holiday Season. We hope you will come out and join us!

What better way to spend some social time during the Holiday Season then to spend it with friends.

After Dinner: Bring your favorite games and let's have some fun playing games around the tables!! If you are a "little", we invite you to bring stuffies, coloring books & even blankets to make tent forts!!

☕ Buffet Menu:

~ Turkey
~ Ham
~ Dressing
~ Green Beans
~ Mashed Potatoes
~ Gravy
~ Rolls
~ Pumpkin Pie
~ Chocolate Pecan Pie

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✩ November 10, 2016 ✩
Presenter: Ignixia of "Adrenalize Leather".
Topic: "Chronic Pain & Kink!"
~ Living with chronic pain can be anything from a mild nuisance one must deal with every day up to something that is downright crippling. How do you make adjustments for conditions like that in not only S&M play, but regular life within a D/s dynamic? As someone living with Fibromyalgia, I'll cover things from what it is like to live with chronic pain to what it is like to live with someone who has it. There will also be information given out that can help turn a disability into something that makes a relationship stronger.

EXTRA ~ a time to do your

"Kinky Shopping for Christmas!!"

~ Start now saving up your nickels, dimes, quarters, pennies, dollars because like last year, Ignixia will also be bringing her wide assortment of leather items which will be available for purchase during the munch ~ ranging from:

floggers (some of you have seen ~ and even felt ~ this set - - BG) and
dragontails to
collars and cuffs,
journals, and
cigar box leather-care kits.

~ At Adrenalize our goal is to provide the community with high quality items at an affordable price so that everyone can have great toys.
~ To see more examples of her leather goods & items, you can look at either Ignixia's profile, or at Adrenalize LLC.'s profile or the website.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ October 13, 2016 ✩
Tonight:

3rd Annual Halloween Party

+ 2017 Planning Meeting & Game Night!!

Yes! We plan on having our regular Ocala Munch in October . . . well. almost regular! The exception??

Costumes . . . . . .

Yes ~ this month, like last year, the Ocala Munch will do it Halloween Style!!
~ Come dressed in you favorite costume ~ be it sexy or otherwise!! Are you a witch, clown, pirate, wolf . . . even pony or some other human critter!?!?
~ NOTE: Costumes are NOT required or necessary!! "IF" you have them and wish to wear them, great! If not . . . that is great, as well!! Come join us either way!!

Following dinner, we will have an Ocala Munch planning meeting for 2017! After the meeting there will be time then to socialize ~ play some Cards Against Humanity (or other games that you the attendees bring) or "maybe" even make some TP Mummies(?)!

Meeting Facilitator: Seanache.
~ We invite all Ocala Munch members to join us & bring your thoughts & ideas of what you you would like to see the Ocala Munch group do in 2017. This is your group, we want to hear your ideas.

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✩ September 8, 2016 ✩
Presenter: Tim Ponygroom
Topic: "Practicing Polyamory: Meet a Unicorn and see the Rainbow!!"
~ How do you open your relationship without harming what you already have?
~ Are you a couple seeking a third?
~ Are you married to a vanilla spouse and hoping to find a steady play partner?
~ Is your long time partner "just not interested" in your kinky side? And you love them and can't stand to think about leaving?

These are the most common questions we've heard over the past two years as we went out to meet new people.

Let's have a discussion about what works and what doesn't.

Please see the Event Post for more detailed information about tonight's topic

as well as a short bio about our presenter!
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✩ August 11, 2016 ✩
Tonight: Game Night!!
~ Bring your favorite game(s), be they board games, card games, or whatever your favorite game is, and let's have a great night of playing games with friends!

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✩ July 14th, 2016 ✩

Christmas In July!

Presenter: SirMFL of EMFToys.
Topic: "Paddling, it’s not just for canoes!"
~ This presentation will cover various aspects of paddling willing bottoms. It will include safety details so that you do not severely injure your partner (hurt for sure, but not injure). It will also include information about different types of paddles and the materials they are created from. Techniques will be gone over as well.
The presenter will be asking for demo bottoms (preferably female) for this presentation.

EXTRA ~

"Christmas In July!!"

~ EMFToys will be bringing their paddles and other "toys" for you to purchase during this munch. You can view EMFToys' profile or their website for examples of what they have available for purchase.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ June 9, 2016 ✩
Presenters: Ray (Baysson) & Angel (AngelatHisMercy).
Topic: "The Merger of Swinging and BDSM!"

Discussion Topic description:
~ In trying to describe the differences and similarities between a Swinger mindset and that of one with a more BDSM slant, I suppose one should understand what makes up the elements of each world. There are obvious cross overs and subtle ones. The most glaring is the intended 'End Game'. For Swingers, that is sex, plain and simple. The journey to that end is where the variety comes in, it can include, but is not exclusive of, swapping, threesomes, orgies, and kinkfests (which include many acts common to BDSM). The Swinger's mindset is all about going home having had sex with one or multiple partners not considered one's own. When you mention a gathering or party to a Swinger, they invariably think about match ups and potential hook ups for the purpose of sex. Obviously there are levels of intensity in those thought processes depending on the individual and or couple.

We also intend to offer some interesting mishaps that can happen when one party thinks along their own mindset while the other party thinks along theirs. As you all know, the BDSM mindset is much different than the Swinger mindset. The so called “End Game” in the BDSM Lifestyle is that of pleasure from pain more often than not. A good scene leaves both the Dom and the sub craving just a bit more, which we will happily return home for! We do not speak of sex for the sake of sex, but rather allude to it in the language of our lifestyle. Join us in the lab of our minds to see just how the merger between two very different worlds can lead to a whole new subculture.

Plus More!!

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenters!
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✩ May 12, 2016 ✩
Presenter: plserformydaddy.
Topic: "Infection Control!"
~ Tonight's presentation will cover infection control and how to properly keep props & "toys" clean.

This is a very important part of that we in the lifestyle need to know about and be aware of before, during, and after we "play". We hope you come out to join us for this health awareness presentation & discussion.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ April 14, 2016 ✩
Presenter: knot_head
Topic: "Rope Bondage 101!"
~ Demo, Discussion, and Tie Along ? Basic, safe, fun intro to rope bondage that'll work with any material rope. Includes discussions on basic bottoming, safety, kit selection, organization, communication, and a single and double limb tie that will work with natural and synthetic fiber rope.
~ Bring your rope if you have it or you will be able to purchase rope during the munch (see below)!!

EXTRA:
~ Do you need some rope or perhaps you need more rope? Have you been wanting to purchase some quality rope for rope-play activities? This will be your chance! knot_head will have his "knot_head nylon rope" with him to sell to those in attendance.

Pre order special of "knot_head nylon":
? 8 x 30' pieces in your choice of color(s)
? MkII KnotheadNylon.com shirt or tank
?? $149 total delivered to the event ??

add additional shirts to the order for $10 each / $20 at the event
safety shears available for $5 at time of order / $10 at the event.
knot_head website is coming together, but for now...
message knot_head to place your pre-order.
~ There will also be a Door Prize Tonight!

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ March 10, 2016 ✩

2nd Anniversary Munch!

Presenter: Sir Guy ~ A scene explorer and organizer of role-play events since the late 1980s throughout England, Scotland, Wales, Denmark and France.
Topic: "20 years of pony-play in Britain & Europe."
~ A brief tour of the highlights, from someone who's been there, done that and is still innovating in pony-play.

EXTRA:
Ever wanted to try pony- or puppy-play? Sir Guy will do a demo on how to do them in limited space. Two volunteers will be needed: a pony & a puppy.

NOTE: We have our two volunteers. Thank you!

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ February 11, 2016 ✩

❤ This our Valentine's Munch! After all ~ this is the "Month of Love!" ❤

Tonight: "Collars!!"
~ As this is the "Month of L❤ve", what better way to celebrate love "BDSM style" then with collars — leather collar, chain collar, eternity collar, ring, piercing, tattoo, or whatever commitment symbol you and yours may use that indicates your commitment to each other.
~ Thus tonight, we invite you to wear your collar, ring, or whatever symbol that you use to show a commitment to one another to the munch! We will ask you questions about your collar, (etc.) like "What does it mean to you?", "How often do you wear it?" "How long have you had it?", etc., and then let you tell us whatever you or your partner(s) wish to tell us about what your symbol of commitment means within your relationship.

Come join us as we talk about L❤ve ~ BDSM style!
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✩ January 14, 2016 ✩
Presenters: TheMasterTalon & justkathy ~ Titleholders of the 2015 Florida Power Exchange!
Topic: "Real Life: Creating a Power Exchange Relationship!"
~ We’ve all seen beautiful power exchange relationships and wondered what the magic is and how to have our own. Join Master Talon and justkathy as we discuss the range of power exchange dynamics, explore tools to identify what you desire, and techniques to build a solid foundation then nurture the relationship of your dreams.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenters!
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2015

✩ December 10, 2015 ✩

Tonight is our 2nd Annual Holiday Munch!

~ Unlike our usual 2nd Thursday munch, there will be no discussion or presentation this evening. This is our Holiday Munch! A time to come out and spend some time with friends. We hope you will come out and join us!

What better way is there to spend some time during the

holiday season then to spend it with friends.
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✩ November 12, 2015 ✩
Tonight: "Meet & Greet + Game Night!"
~ WIN PRIZES! A door prize & a prize for the winner of the night's game!

Please see the Event Post for more information about tonight's game!
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✩ October 8, 2015 ✩
Presenter: WytchWolf ~ International Mr. Transgender Leather 2012/2013, Mr. Beyond Leather 2010, and Oklahoma Mr. Transgender 2009.
Topic: "Let's Talk Gender!"
~ The discussion subject is gender and the topics are limitless! The discussion will begin is a basic discussion about gender, the issues that are faced when gender boundaries are crossed or blurred and how to become a successful ally.

Gender is a topic that many people feel they must walk around as if they are on egg shells, approaching with caution and afraid to ask questions. Let’s remove the egg shells, pull down the caution tape and speak freely asking questions that need to be answered. The only way we can truly help people understand is by bringing things out that need to be discussed.

Experiences will be shared, there will be laughter and may be tears, but hopefully by the end of this class there will be bridges built and increased understanding of the gender diverse community in which we all live.

Bring the questions you have always wanted to ask and join us for a conversational approach to what it's like traveling the gender spectrum!

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ September 10, 2015 ✩
Presenter: bootblack_tobi
Topic: "Bootblacking 101!"
~ This is a class that gets into the details of public leather care. Etiquette, Questions to ask, Evaluations, and all the details beyond how to just care for the leather.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ August 13, 2015 ✩ RESCHEDULED from April!
Presenters: Master Cecil & Darcy (servingwench80) from The Woodshed Orlando.
Topic: "Dom... Sub… But then what?"
~ You've figured out that you're a dominant. Or you've figured out that you're a submissive. Maybe you've realized you like both and you're a switch. Congratulations!

But that's not the end of it.

What does being a dominant or a submissive mean to you? What do you want your D/s relationship(s) to look like?

Master Cecil and Darcy will offer some thoughts on different styles of relationships, the needs of different types of dominants and submissives, and how to get those needs met in the real world.

EXTRA: Master Cecil & Darcy will also bring some rope with them and do some simple rope demos like single/double column ties.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenters!

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✩ July 9, 2015 ✩
Presenters: Ray (Baysson) & Angel (AngelatHisMercy).
Topic: "The Merger of Swinging and BDSM!"
~ In trying to describe the differences and similarities between a Swinger mindset and that of one with a more BDSM slant, I suppose one should understand what makes up the elements of each world. There are obvious cross overs and subtle ones. The most glaring is the intended 'End Game'. For Swingers, that is sex, plain and simple. The journey to that end is where the variety comes in, it can include, but is not exclusive of, swapping, threesomes, orgies, and kinkfests (which include many acts common to BDSM). The Swinger's mindset is all about going home having had sex with one or multiple partners not considered one's own. When you mention a gathering or party to a Swinger, they invariably think about match ups and potential hook ups for the purpose of sex. Obviously there are levels of intensity in those thought processes depending on the individual and or couple.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenters!
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✩ June 11, 2015 ✩
Presenter: Tim Ponygroom
Topic: "Exploring S & M!"
~ So you've heard that flogging is awesome. You wonder what it feels like to have a string of clothespins tacked onto you and quickly ripped off. You've seen a photo of someone with a dozen needles in her breast and wondered why in the world she would do that.

Want to explore SM?

We will explore some of what people expect in SM, and demonstrate one form - Sadistic Reflexology.

Ponygroom is the inventor of Sadistic Reflexology, having developed it in 1997, which is an SM foot torture technique helpful to Fibromyalgia sufferers. He has been presenting, doing demos, and teaching this technique since he was first was asked to present it at the Black Rose annual convention in 1998. You will see this demonstrated during this evening's munch.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ May 14, 2015 ✩
Presenter: Ignixia of "Adrenalize Leather".
Topic: "Under Your Skin: Tips and Tricks for Leather Love and Care!"
~ Leather. You know you like it and you want more of it in your life; so what do you need to know about this wonderful material? In this class we'll cover different types of leather, tanning processes, what different kinds of leather are good for, basic leather toy construction, basic leather cleaning and care, and finish everything off with a massive Q&A. If you've ever wanted to know anything about leather, this is the class to be at! Bring your leather, your questions, and a notepad as we're sure to cover lots of info!

EXTRA: Ignixia will also be bringing her wide assortment of leather items ~ which will be available for purchase during the munch ~ ranging from floggers (some of you have seen this set ~ BG) and dragontails to collars and cuffs, journals, and cigar box leather-care kits.

~ At Adrenalize our goal is to provide the community with high quality items at an affordable price so that everyone can have great toys.

~ To see more examples of her leather goods & items, you can look at either Ignixia's profile, or at Adrenalize LLC.'s profile or the website.

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✩ April 9, 2015 ✩
(Presenters Cancelled on 4/9/15 due to illness. Rescheduled for August).
Presenters: The Munch attendees!!
Topic: "The Anonymous Q & A Game ~ Back by Popular Demand!"
~ Bring your adult life-style topic questions ~ on whatever topic, fetish, or activity that you have a question about and would like to know more about. We will have note pads for you to write your questions(s) on w/o including your name. The slips of paper will be folded and placed in The Leather Hat (those who have been here and done this before KNOW what leather hat I'm talking about ~ BG). We will then pull the questions out and discuss them!

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✩ March 12, 2015 ✩

"1st Anniversary Munch!"

Presenters: Lady Deblyn & Tara (Deblynstara).
Topic: "Power Exchange & Our Dynamic!"
~ Together Lady Deblyn and Tara attend & participate within a variety of lifestyle & vanilla venues in central Florida. Lady Deblyn is the Director & a Charter Member of the MAsT: Gainesville Chapter and was a Committee Member of A.L.E. (Alternative Lifestyle Enthusiasts) in St. Augustine. Tara presents informational talks within the vanilla & LGBTQ communities sharing her knowledge of transgender and/political issues. she will be performing in the upcoming production of "The Vagina Monologues" in Gainesville. Together they stress that safety and education in the BDSM lifestyle community is extremely important in the future of this fabulous way of life keeping it Safe, Sane and Consensual. They are willing to do what it takes to spread this knowledge. They are past Florida Power Exchange Title Holders and represented Florida in May 2014 at the International Power Exchange competition at Beyond Leather.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenters!
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✩ February 12, 2015 ✩
Presenter: Tim Ponygroom.
Topic: “Emotional Safety in the Scene!”
~ Tim will present an overview of safety issues with an emphasis on avoiding heartbreak and scams, then we'll enjoy a discussion of the topics.

What makes practicing SM different from abuse? If you go to a party, will you meet a Registered Sex Offender? How do reference checking, safe calls, and safe words help you? How can you find a play partner without falling into an abusive relationship?

We'll talk about sociopaths, personality disorders, boundary issues, and take a four question personality test.

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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✩ January 8, 2015 ✩
Presenter: Angel (AngelatHisMercy).
Topic: “Why? Because We Want To!”
~ This class is designed to explain the term “existentialism” and to further explain how it impacts the way we live this lifestyle. In short, existentialism is a psychological term meaning “If it feels good do it.” This term, beautiful in its simplicity, often leads to exquisite complications that only those of us who live them can truly understand. This class will be part lecture and part Q & A. It will also include a detailing of my own journey while traveling path after path and never settling for the path of least resistance. Take a walk with me into your mind and let’s see where we end up!

Please see the Event Post for more information about our presenter!
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2014

✩ December 11, 2014 ✩
Presenter: Aimee
Topic: "Spanking and Cookies!"
~ Let's talk spanking! Aimee has had a life-long interest in spanking and will be sharing her thoughts, feelings and opinions regarding this multifaceted interest There will be cookies and milk to share!

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✩ November 13, 2014 ✩
Presenter: Ga_Shadow
Topic: "Leather Lifestyle!"
~ I will briefly present my personal journey in Leather, including how I got started and the Leather culture in our area at that time.

This will include:
Why Leather has rules and structure
The relationship between a Leather slave or boy and their master
My acceptance as a Bi-Leatherman in a Gay society
How times have changed, and my personal view of why they have
My personal views of what exactly is Leather and its future

I will be accompanied by my slave and my wife, Skye. We will all entertain questions after the presentation. I will briefly announce the formation of the Leather Educational Group.

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✩ October 9, 2014 ✩
Presenters: The Munch attendees!!
Topic: "The Anonymous Q & A Game ~ Back by Popular Demand!"
~ Bring your adult life-style topic questions ~ on whatever topic, fetish, or activity that you have a question about and would like to know more about. We will have note pads for you to write your questions(s) on w/o including your name. The slips of paper will be folded and placed in The Leather Hat (those who have been here and done this before KNOW what leather hat I'm talking about ~ BG). We will then pull the questions out and discuss them!

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✩ September 11, 2014 ✩
Presenter: The "Tech Geek" Foxy
Topic: "Outing ~ Both Intentional or Unintentional!"
~ a brief discussion on the ways that people are outed to general society, either through word of mouth or the social medias. This will be followed by a round table discussion led by Foxy of the same subject by the munch attendees!

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✩ August 14, 2014 ✩
Presenters: Master Penguin & Miss-Selene ~ from The Woodshed Orlando.
Topic: "Knives, & swords, and pointy things ~ ~ OH MY!!"
~ Master Penguin will be coming and bringing part of his fantasy knife & sword collection with him to discuss various kinds of blades that are available. He will talk about each piece and what can or can't be done with them in our play. You will not want to miss this!!

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✩ July 10, 2014 ✩
Presenters: Skye and Kris
Topic: “Bloodborne Pathogens 101” for those of us that play!"
~ This will be an expanded version of the basic OSHA class. Skye and Kris will discuss information that was not covered in the OSHA class, such as the possibilities of cross contamination in a dungeon or play party setting, the care and cleaning of various surfaces and toys, and the differences in SSC (safe, sane, and consensual) and RACK (risk aware consensual kink) play.
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✩ June 12, 2014 ✩
Presenters: The Munch attendees!!
Topic: "The Anonymous Q & A Game!"
~ Bring your adult life-style topic questions ~ on whatever topic, fetish, or activity that you have a question about and would like to know more about. We will have note pads for you to write your questions(s) on w/o including your name. The slips of paper will be folded and placed in The Leather Hat (those who have been here and done this before KNOW what leather hat I'm talking about ~ BG). We will then pull the questions out and discuss them!

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✩ May 8, 2014 ✩
Presenter: Ponygroom
Topic: "Orienting newbies in the Scene!"
~ Have you ever felt unprepared to introduce newbies to what we do in the lifestyle? Do you want to know what to tell them so they can keep themselves safe in the scene?

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✩ April 10, 2014 ✩
Topic: "Question & Answer Game!"

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✩ Inaugural Munch ~ March 13, 2014 ✩
Presenter: Ponygroom
Topic: "Safety In The Scene!"