Where Finn has been

• Twisting Culture's Northeast Person of Leather Contest (February 15, 2025)
• Violet’s Bake Sale
• Levi & Leather: Mx. Maryland Valentine Edition
• Potomac Happy Hour at The District Eagle
• Overhang at Kiki
• Mixers Leather Contest (March 9, 2025)
• Pennsmen’s Run (March 14, 2025)
• The Prom at College of Southern Maryland (March 21-23, March 28-30, 2025)
• Virginia Leather Weekend
• Bears of Maryland: Woods Leather Invasion
• Never Again: A Community Visit to the Holocaust Memorial Museum
• Tri-Club Bar Night
• Christ Jay’s Send-Off/International Ms. Leather/Bootblack
• Port Tobacco Players presents Othello (May 2-18, 2025)
• Leather Newbie Night: Back to School Carnival
• Trip to Virginia Beach
• Bears, Bikers & Mayhem (May 30-June 1, 2025)
• DC World Pride Parade (June 7, 2025)
• Baltimore Pride Parade & Baltimore Trans Pride Festival
• Warped Tour DC
• Leather Community Visit – Washington National Cathedral: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Matthew Shepard
• OKC Kink Weekend/Route 66 Leather Contest (Den Thaddy)
• Keystone Leather Weekend (July 31-August 3, 2025)
• Pet, Gear & Fetish Night @ Mixers
• COMMAND MC x Patomac MC’s Greased Pig Invitational
• Pig Sty XXXIII: Crab Shuffle
• Master/slave Conference DC
• Port Tobacco Players presents Airness (September 19-October 5, 2025)
• Polished & Proud: Mid-Atlantic Rubber Club 1st Anniversary
• Leather Community Visits: Basquiat x Banksy at The Hirshhorn Museum (October 4, 2025)
• International Leather Sir/boy & International Community Bootblack (October 9-12, 2025)
• Bootblack Round-Up (October 24-26, 2025)

Find Finn at these upcoming events

• Leather Literary Salon
• Mixers Madness Drag Show
• Leather Community Visits: Museum of African-American History & Culture
• 12 Days of Christmas
• Santa Saturday
• Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend
• Twisting Culture's Northeast Person of Leather Contest  (January 31, 2026)

Competeing for International Person of Leather (March 19-22, 2026)

Thoughts From the Bootblack Bench

 Even as I write this with the patch sitting on the table nearby (its vest is still in the mail), a full two weeks after the contest, it still feels kind of surreal to be the newest Northeast Person of Leather. I’m honored to have been given the opportunity to once again take up a mantle for the region I adore so deeply, and to follow in the bootsteps of the phenomenal individuals that held this position before me. We’ve hit the ground running, so let’s dive in, shall we?

Where Have I Been?

• Northeast Person of Leather
• Violet’s Bake Sale
• Levi & Leather: Mx. Maryland Valentine Edition
• Potomac Happy Hour at The District Eagle

Northeast Person of Leather

Earning this title was a team effort, and there are so many people I need to extend my most heartfelt gratitude to.

Forever first, my spouse Justin. When I told him I wanted to take up a visible platform again, I thought for sure he'd think I lost it. He might think that still, but what comes out in his words and actions is nothing but unconditional love and support. This guy is my home base, my protector, my partner. I wouldn't be able to do the things I do the way I do them without you.

Next, the boy of all boys, Matt. My scene partner, my handler, my sounding board, my Swiss Army Service Boy. Through the countless obstacles I've faced, you constantly reminded me of who I am and why I'm here. You've been as present for my challenges as you have my victories, and your relentless support drowned out any fear or doubt I may have had. It was your organized calm and anticipatory service that allowed me to put all my focus into bringing my best self to the stage. You honor me with every step you take, and I'm so proud to be your Thaddy. 

My club siblings in COMMAND MC. Whether it was cheering me on or distracting me from the chaos, each one of you have had my back through everything. I'm so proud to wear this patch and to be doing the work with you crazy sluts. 

To my auction basket sponsors: Smut Slam Baltimore/ Rebecca Rose Vassy, Wolfstryker Leather/ Todd Wolfstryker and Mason Stryker, Boneafide/ Kaos Drew ThePup and Omen ThePup , Le Chateau Exotique, Keystone Leather Contest, Maryland Leather Weekend/COMMAND MC and Spark Pupper, thanks to your willingness to say "Yes," to this wild adventure, I was able to put together two stacked baskets worth $460 EACH and give my winners products and experiences I fully stand behind. I can't wait to continue to show my love and appreciation for y'all's ventures for years to come. Thank you so much! 

To my classmate, Red Buoy: You did an absolutely amazing job presenting your authentic self on stage, and it was a pleasure sharing space with you! I can't wait to see what you continue to do in this community, and I'm looking forward to visiting Provincetown this year. 

To my Title Parent Jace The Caveat: Congratulations on an amazing year! You've given me big shoes to fill, and I promise to do right by you and Sir S'ango RoyalHeart in carrying on this title's legacy. Now go kick some ASS at International! 

To our Judges, Tally's, Den Team, Producer Jack, Emcee and Staff: Thank you for your time, your energy, your hard work and your discernment. The level of organization and professionalism present in this contest was top tier.

To everyone who cheered me on, in that room and from home, thank you. To everyone who speaks out in support of the trans community in rooms we're not in, thank you. 

Violet’s Bake Sale

I was planning on going to this event whether I won the title or not, as its truly one of my favorite events of the year. Helping auction off deliciously deviant desserts with my gorgeous friends to raise money for queer folks and sex workers in the DC area? Yes, please! The Potomac cake was an absolute showstopper, and the trans pride rainbow cookies COMMAND donated were a personal favorite. It was also lovely to get to catch up with folks from around the region that I don’t get to see as often. 

Heartfelt thanks to Potomac MC, the staff at The Crucible, and everyone involved with Violet’s Bake Sale for letting me help out once again. Together, we collectively raised over $11,000 for HIPS and Rainbow History Project. That’s what community is all about! 

 Levi & Leather: Mx. Maryland Valentine Edition

 My sash sibling, Mx. Maryland Leather 2025 Chris Jay, held their fundraiser at Clifton Pleasure Club. I loved the “Thirst Trap” theme, and it was loads of fun to come up with an outfit idea, even if my look was a bit impractical for the freezing weather. Their merch table was plentiful, and I got to pick up their GORGEOUS title pin to add to my growing collection. They also sold color shifting coffee mugs where penises or vaginas appeared when adding hot liquid. So cute! The house bootblack, Geoffrey, was in full effect. It’s always a pleasure watching him work. 

All in all, it was a lovely time of sharing space with good friends. I can’t wait to see Chris absolutely rock it at International Ms. Leather/Bootblack, next month.

 Potomac Happy Hour at The District Eagle

I’d been meaning to check out the new District Eagle on U Street in DC since it opened, and when Potomac MC announced they’d be hosting a happy hour there, I knew it was the perfect time to pop in! 

In the leather world, the word “Eagle” brings a very specific image to mind. Red lights, chains, porn on the TVs, a dark room, a gear shop. The District Eagle has all the DNA of an Eagle bar packed into a small, speakeasy-style space. I was especially pleased to see the diversity in the staff, who were all every bit as kind as they were professional. 

I was thrilled to see old friends and make new ones, and left excited for the future of that space. I could absolutely see myself hosting a bar night or two there, or maybe even signing up to work the bootblack stand. Big props to Potomac MC once again for their kind hospitality. I always feel so embraced in their spaces, and it makes me proud to be an associate member. 

What’s Next?

I’ve got plenty of exciting things coming down the pipeline. Here are just a few places you’ll be able to find me:

• March 9^th- Mixers Leather Contest: My boy, Matt, has decided to run in his very first title contest, so I’ll be cheering him on and celebrating Furby Smash’s incredible year!
• March 14^th- Pennsmen’s Run: This run was one of my favorite events during my Maryland title year, and I’m so excited to have been invited back to teach my Electro-Play class! If you haven’t been to a Pennsmen’s Run, do yourself a favor and go for it!
• March 21-23, 28-30- “The Prom” at College of Southern Maryland: I’m performing in the ensemble of this absolutely adorable musical for a couple weekends in March. Stop by for a heart-warming, toe-tapping good time!

I’ll be keeping this space updated with more events as my calendar is constantly evolving. Until next time, I love you, I’m proud of you and I’m happy you’re here!

Thoughts From the Bootblack Bench

Where I’ve Been

• Overhang at Kiki
• Mixers Leather Contest
• Pennsmen’s Run
• The Prom at College of Southern Maryland
• Virginia Leather Weekend
• Bears of Maryland: Woods Leather Invasion
• Never Again: A Community Visit to the Holocaust Memorial Museum
• Tri-Club Bar Night
• Christ Jay’s Send-Off/International Ms. Leather/Bootblack

March and April have me moving in a million different directions, but to all of my favorite places. This is a joyful chaos; a carnival ride rather than a train wreck. I still find myself exhausted at the end, but it’s a fulfilling kind of tired. I joke that I’m a high-velocity human being. I’m constantly chasing the next adventure, so months like this are awesome for me every so often. Leather, Theater, Drag, these are a few of my favorite things. Let’s talk about it!

Overhang at Kiki Lounge, Washington DC

I’m going to take the same moment of vulnerability here that I did on my Facebook page prior to this event.
Dysphoria is psychological distress associated with your body being incongruent to your gender identity. Dysmorphia is psychological stress tied to the shape or appearance of your body.

I'm lucky enough to experience both. Yay!

I've always had a little bit of a belly, even when I was 40 pounds lighter than I am now. It's just how my body shaped out after puberty. My belly is the biggest source of both dysphoria and dysmorphia for me. I loved the way bellies looked on other people, but couldn't see that beauty in myself.

I still struggle seeing it sometimes, but watching people in my life celebrate their bodies encourages me to do the same. Events like this aren’t just fun, they’re so, so sorely needed for so many reasons.

When I tell you the folks putting this event together thought of everything, they thought of EVERYTHING. From the buffet of donuts and hostess cakes near the front door to the beer chugging contest and sizable clothes check, everything that could be tailored to folks with bellies and the people who love them was tailored to the finest degree. Even though most of the attendees were cis gay men, there was never a moment in time where I felt unwelcome or out of place.
I had a grand time connecting with friends I hadn’t seen in a while, and meeting some new ones in the process, and it all wrapped up at 10pm, leaving me with some extra sleep to boot. I want to thank Pup Indigo, all the volunteers and the staff at Kiki for a wonderful evening, and I’ll absolutely be at the next one.

Mixers Leather Contest

I’ve had lots of experience in contests now in various roles ranging from spectator to contestant to Judge to Producer. I’ve coached aspiring titleholders and hosted mock interview panels. One thing I hadn’t had much experience doing was handling a contestant the day of. When my boy, Matt, said he wanted to run for the Mixers Leather title, I knew I was going to give him all the tools I could to bring the best out of him. Matt had done a PHOENOMINAL job handling me during my run for Northeast Person of Leather, and it was my turn to return the favor.

Mixers has always felt like a home bar for me, and the Mixers Leather contest has become a frenetic, must-attend event in its short lifespan. The producers, Jack Thompson and Rabbit, have done a phenomenal job putting together a contest that is both challenging for the contestants and entertaining for the audience. It’s like a family reunion meets the kinky Olympics all in one powerful little dive bar.

This was not an easy contest. Matt was joined by Pup Finn and Temptress M. All three contestants wanted this title, and for all the right reasons. I can truly say that, no matter who ended up winning, the title would be in great hands.

I’m so very proud of Matt for taking home first runner up. They truly put their best self on stage, and the love the community showed them was palpable. I won first runner up my very first contest, too (Mr. Woods Leather 2022), so it feels like they’re following in my footsteps a bit.

A hearty congratulations to the inaugural titleholder, Furby Smash, on an epic year. You did an incredible job setting the tone and connecting with the community to do some real, tangible good, and its an honor to keep fighting by your side, sash or no sash.

Congratulations as well to Temptress M for taking the title! I’m very excited to see what you do with your year.

Pennsmen’s Run

Pennsmen’s Run is rapidly becoming one of my favorite run weekends. From the socials to the classes to the play parties, its spicy fun for everyone! I was fortunate to be invited to teach at the last one as Mx. Maryland, and I’m so grateful they invited me back again, this year.

New to me this year was the excursion to Indian Echo Caverns a short drive away from the host hotel. We took a guided tour of this natural marvel, and interacted with the resident goats and peacocks on the property. I’m a huge fan of elaborate architecture, be it made by man or carved by nature, so this was a super special excursion, and a welcome, refreshing break from the typical leather run activities.

I was most impressed by the ideal location of the run. The host hotel was right near several other hotels, and a short walk from plenty of restaurants and gas stations where one could procure late night snacks.

My electro-play course was absolutely lovely. The students were engaged, and the Education Coordinator, Luke, made triple sure I had everything I needed and then some.

The Pennsmen truly think of everything with their run, and I’m eternally grateful to them for having me back again. I’ll be going every year it happens!

The Prom at College of Southern Maryland

I’ve always been of the mind that community involvement can take many forms. In this title year, I’ve challenged myself to think outside the bars, host hotels and play parties, widening the net of love and support leather is most known for.

One such safe space for queer folks is the theater. I remember being drawn to the black boards and bright lights from a very early age. Whether it was to surround myself with folks of similar lived experiences, or to take off the dysphoria, depression and uncertainty and just be someone else for a time, theater always felt like home. It wasn’t all sunshine and rainbows, but performing was something I excelled at; something I felt good doing. So I did it, and kept doing it, all the way through a bachelor's degree in Theater, Film and Media Studies.

The theater was a magical place, but also often a toxic one. The pressure of constantly meeting a Eurocentric beauty standard drove me from the conventional stage and into burlesque and drag for many years. At the encouragement of my sister, I decided to dip my toe back in this year, and I’m so grateful I did.

I’m happy to say the theater world has changed drastically for the better since last I left it. From gender-expansive casting to humane rehearsal schedules and a supportive, enthusiastic environment, its been an absolute pleasure to interact with the community in this way.

“The Prom” is a musical about a lesbian couple who were denied the opportunity to go to prom together, and their journey for justice with the help of some hapless broadway actors. I could think of no better show to make my triumphant return. I found new challenges (my body is not as mobile as it was in my 20s), but it felt so satisfying to return to the stage in a show with such a meaningful, personal message to me, and to be able to do so shoulder to shoulder with the next generation of queer folks. I can confidently say the kids are alright.

A huge thank you to Director AnneMarie, Music Director Will, Choreographer Brooke and the entire cast and crew for giving this recovering actor the chance to dust off the ol’ chops again.

This won’t be the last time I hit the stage either! I’ve thoroughly caught the acting bug, and will be performing in Port Tobacco Players’ production of Othello, running May 2nd-18th.

Virginia Leather Weekend

I already knew I was going to be going back to Virginia Leather Weekend come hell or high water the moment I finished judging it last year. Imagine my surprise when they not only invited me to teach a new Electro-Play 201 course, but also invited me to bootblack at the event! I couldn’t say “Yes” fast enough.

I’m very fortunate to live in a community that’s positively flush with bootblacks, and some of the best in the country at that. I mostly keep to my kitchen table with my own work, but I often find myself missing the personal connection found in the stand. To get the chance to work a stand at a fairly-large leather event was a special moment for me. The 201 class allowed me to delve deeper into one particular modality of the Violet Wand, which gave me time to go over some fun tricks I don’t normally get the chance to cover.

Virginia Leather Weekend is something special. The Virginia community has welcomed me so immediately and so completely into their fold, that I feel as though I’ve known many of them far more years than I actually have.

I’m so very proud of Jason and Megan on their fantastic title years as Mr. and Mrs. Virginia leather 2024, and I have every confidence that the new titleholders, Sir Don and Lynn, will have incredible adventures as well.

My heartfelt gratitude to Cody, Monster, Adam and the entire Virginia Leather team for having me. This event truly feels like a family reunion for me, and I will absolutely be back, next year.

Bears of Maryland Bar Night: Woods Leather Invasion

Speaking of family reunions, the Woods Bear and Woods Daddy titleholders came down to visit Mixers Baltimore! It was a rocking and rowdy good time, and we raised a considerable amount of money for NAMI in the process, as only the Northeast region can!

I don’t get to hang out in bear spaces nearly as much as I’d like, but its always a good time when I do! I got to reunite with some old friends, and make plenty of new ones.

Congratulations to Mr, Woods Bear Jordan and Mr. Woods Daddy Sean on a wonderfully successful takeover, and cheers to the Bears of Maryland for having me!

Never Again: A Leather Community Visit to the Holocaust Memorial Museum

With fascism once again rearing its ugly head, its more important now than ever to learn about the devastating effect these ideologies have had on the past, and how to fight them off in the present and future. I consider the Holocaust Memorial Museum in Washington DC to be one of the most critical tools in this fight.

The museum contains pictures, videos, testimonies and artifacts from one of the most cruel, deadly regimes in history. As needed as this experience is, its also extremely heavy, and much easier to process when surrounded by a group of loving, supportive individuals. Having organized several other leather outings, I knew this one had to move to the top of the list.

As expected, the experience was heavy. Stories were shared, tears were shed, strategies were discussed. I’m endlessly thankful to those that came along on this trip, and with how fragile our access to information is in this administration, you can be sure there will be another trip to this particular museum in a few months time, along with many other outings of this nature.

Tri-Club Bar Night

Mixers was taken over with triple trouble for Eagle in Exile, this month, as Potomac MC, The Vixxens and my own club, COMMAND MC, joined forces in a bar night for the ages. The turnout was absolutely insane, and the whole bar was packed with laughter and love the entire night through.

Heartfelt thanks to Jen, who spearheaded this event, the club members who sold jello shots and encouraged donations, and everyone who came to celebrate unity with these sibling organizations.

Chris Jay’s Send-Off/International Ms. Leather/Bootblack

Rounding out the month are Mx. Maryland Leather 2025 Chris Jay’s Send-Off to IMsL/BB and the event itself.

The send-off was wildly successful, and had the addition of a service auction to spice things up. Various members and friends of COMMAND MC (myself included) put up experiences and services for auction, ranging from tarot readings and burbon tastings to crochet quilts and impact scenes, with all proceeds going to Chris’s travel fund. To cap the evening off (literally), Chris Jay was surprised with a covering ceremony at the end of the night with a brilliant gold Muir cap: a much deserved accolade for an incredible human being.

Though I could only be there for a day due to other commitments, International Ms. Leather/Bootblack was every bit the family reunion I needed it to be. I got to see friends I’ve only ever known online, cheer on my Maryland sash sibling as I witnessed their incredible speech and chat and play with some incredible people.

The contest side of the weekend has brought about a lot of feelings and important conversations from many different angles. I’m personally still navigating my thoughts on it all, and I’ve learned throughout my life that sometimes the most helpful thing someone can do is stop, step back, shut their mouth and listen. That’s what I’ve elected to do for now.

Many heartfelt congratulations to our new IMsL, Velvet Storm (who judged me to my very first title back in 2023), the contestants, production team, volunteers and staff on a wildly successful, inclusive, enjoyable event. IMsL is and will always be on my list of must-go events every year.

Upcoming Events

• Port Tobacco Players presents Othello: May 2nd-18th (For tickets and times, visit https://www.ptplayers.com)
• Bears, Bikers & Mayhem: May 30th-June 1st
• June 7th: DC World Pride Parade

Thoughts From the Bootblack Bench

• Port Tobacco Players Present, Othello
• Leather Newbie Night: Back to School Carnival
• Trip to Virginia Beach
• Bears, Bikers & Mayhem
• World Pride Parade 2025
• Baltimore Pride Parade & Baltimore Trans Pride Festival
• Warped Tour DC
• Leather Community Visit – Washington National Cathedral: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Matthew Shepard
• OKC Kink Weekend/Route 66 Leather Contest (Den Thaddy)

Port Tobacco Players Present Othello
I’ve been an actor and performer in some capacity or another for most of my life. Every now and again as a performer, you find yourself lucky enough to be involved in a project that is pure, unadulterated, once-in-a-lifetime theater magic. Dear friends and siblings, this production was just that.

You take a director’s remarkable vision, combine it with a rock-solid production team and a brilliant, cohesive, hard-working cast and what you’ll get will be something close to what we got with Port Tobacco Players’ production of Shakespeare’s Othello. This show was a perfect storm of brilliance from every single hand and voice that touched it.

There’s an old saying in theater, “There are no small parts, only small actors.” All too often, its used as a band-aid for the massive disappointment one feels when they end up with a part with fewer lines or less stage time. All too often, its used as a pat-on-the-back afterthought, a “better luck next time”. I got what would arguably be considered a small part in this production; Lodovico, who in this cutting of the script had just two scenes, and an understudy role for Roderigo. I was thrilled all the same. Port Tobacco Players is as close to a hometown theater as my sticks-living ass will ever get. I’ve been seeing shows there since I was a kid, and I always dreamed of one day speaking lines on that stage. To finally get confident enough and healed enough to go out for auditions after 30 years of time and training and get a part on the first shot? To finally be able to perform Shakespeare on stage for the first time after studying him for decades? I was elated.

I can’t speak for all my fellow cast members, but I have a feeling they’d agree with me when I say that, no matter how little or how much we were on stage, there wasn’t a single moment in time where anyone in this production felt “small”. In rehearsals, we encouraged each other and pushed each other in what was probably the most supportive process I’ve had in my career, and it culminated in each of us leaving it all on the stage night after unforgettable night.

To our lovely director, Rachel, the production team, the cast and crew, thank you for taking a chance on me and for everything you did to make this show what it was. I hope to work with all of you again sooner rather than later.

Well, I don’t really have to hope for long, as one of my fellow Othello alums (and a fellow understudy extrordinairre) has been cast with me in the next project I’m taking on at Port Tobacco Players. Airness by Chelsea Marcantel is a decided departure from Billy the Bard, but its hilarious, gripping, wild and wonderful, and it opens September 19th. Don’t miss that one, folks. It’s gonna be good!

Leather Newbie Night: Back to School Carnival
Theater may keep me busy, but don’t worry! There’s still plenty of leather life to write about! I got to pop my ambassador cap on yet again for another Leather Newbie Night at Mixers Baltimore’s Eagle in Exile.

Newbie Night has a special place in my heart. As an educator, I pride myself on my ability to meet people where they are, and to make the topics I teach about less intimidating and more fun! I love Newbie Nights because they make this kind of education even easier by removing any pretense and potential power imbalance. We’re all just curious queers chatting and learning from one another.

These nights were first conceptualized and hosted by my dear friend, Bull Kainè. When they told me they were moving to Canada, I was crestfallen. I was so worried that an event that is so necessary in a time when the community is seeing so many new faces would be lost. Thankfully, that beautiful Baltimore Bay Bull was way ahead of me. They had asked my boy, Boy Matt, to take over running the event. This Newbie Night was Boy Matt’s first turn at the helm, and with the help of Ryder the Racoon and many, many others, that Boy once again did this Thaddy proud.

I arrived later in the night than I’d intended due to the final performance and set strike for Othello, and I was worried it would be too late for me to be able to talk much to anyone. Thankfully, a few folks filed in later in the evening, and I got to absolutely geek out about Perfume Play and Fur Play while people petted my pretty pelts.

Boy Matt did an incredible job on his first Newbie Night, and I can’t wait to see where they go with it in the iterations to come. Thank you so much to Matt, Ryder, Jack, and all the other ambassadors for their time, effort, knowledge and enthusiasm.

The Beach Episode: A Weekend Away
While most other folks were in Chicago doing That Thing We Do in May, due to a scheduling snafu, I found myself with a Coheed and Cambria concert on my calendar that same weekend. Coheed, as most know, is one of my favorite bands of all time, and I try to see them at least once per tour when they come into town. This tour, however, the closest spot happened to be at a new venue that just opened up in Virginia Beach. Four hours is a long drive for a concert, so I opted to get a hotel and make a weekend of it.

As much FOMO as I have for missing IML, I don’t regret running away to the beach with my spouse for the weekend. In the chaos and calamity of doing what I can when I can to leave the world a better place than I found it, my calendar often winds up chock full of exciting and important things, leaving very little room for rest, recovery and connection with my spouse. This trip delivered on that in spades.

We laughed, we rocked, we explored and watched the sun set over the ocean. I’m not even big on beaches (I’m a bit of a vampire when it comes to sun exposure, and I don’t like the feeling of sand in places it has no business being), but the hotel we stayed in was beautiful and I had a blast. We will be back.

Bears. Bikers & Mayhem
I was SO happy to see BBM come back, and when they asked me to emcee, I think the only thing I said “yes” to faster was my spouse’s proposal.

BBM is a different animal in the best ways when it comes to leather events, and I’m happy to say the change in venue to the Lord Baltimore Hotel didn’t dull its magnificent chaos in the least. Between emceeing the contest, speaking on Sir Stone’s panel on chosen families and helping my club, COMMAND MC, run and tear down the playspace, it was non-stop from start to finish, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I was one of the judges the year Lord Thunderknight and Keron Woodrow took their titles, and I knew then we’d made the right call. An extra year under sash would be overwhelming to most (and understandably so), yet these two met each challenge and adventure with grace and enthusiasm that is like caffeine to my weary spirit on the difficult days. They both truly embody what it means to spread Mayhem, and I couldn’t be prouder to have witnessed it all from the beginning.

The contestants left it all on the stage, and each showcased their uniqueness and confidence. In the end, Red Panda Matt became our next Mayhem, and I can’t wait to witness his adventure as well.

I have many folks to thank on this one: Kevin, Chuck and the whole production team at BBM for trusting me with the mic, Sir Stone for inviting me to speak on his panel with so many folks I admire, my club siblings for keeping me grounded and hydrated (and letting me snag the aux cable for the downstairs play party…if you heard all the Deaftones, Nine Inch Nails and Sleep Token down there, it was me and I’m not sorry about it), everyone who shared their love, vibrance and conversations with me through the weekend. Thank you doesn’t feel like enough.

I’ll be back next year, mic in hand and voice at the ready, and I’ll keep coming back as long as they’ll have me.

World Pride Washington DC
Out of the Mayhem and into the madness! I’ve never been to a World Pride myself, so to march in the parade with so many other leatherfolk I love in a city so close to home was a dream come true. To do it while not only repping my title, but carrying my club’s colors, was even better.

No matter how corporate pride parades have become, I still strive to find the pockets of rebellion; the places where the spirit of uprising still holds strong. The leather contingent is certainly one of those places. Seeing folks faces light up and fans clack away as they saw us coming was so special, and kept me going through the blazing heat.

After the parade, I trained it back to my car to regroup in the a/c for a bit before heading back into the city. First, I hung out with a dear, sweet friend of mine Angela at her place before hoofing it to the District Eagle for my World Pride bootblack shift. Admittedly, the stand wasn’t super populated, as a lot of the bar’s clientele didn’t seem super familiar with bootblacking, but I did get to talk to several people about bootblacks, what we do and our history in the community. A welcome reminder that shine can happen even when the polish hasn’t been touched. I’m very grateful to be on the team of DC bootblacks who will be setting up shop each week at District Eagle, so if you missed me that weekend, don’t worry! I’ll be back shining shit up in no time.

Big thanks to the Centaurs MC for having me in the parade contingent, Angela and friends for their kind hospitality, Sir John and the District Eagle team for having me and Winter for letting me shine up his LOVELY cowboy boots! It was a perfect way to kick off Pride Month!

Baltimore Pride/Baltimore Trans Pride
Baltimore always feels like coming home to me. Charm City embraces the weird and the wonderful so immediately and completely. Its something I’ve only encountered in a few cities in my life.

I didn’t get to wear too much in the way of leather (the heat was INTENSE that day), but I still felt fabulous in all my genderfuckery (a ruffled blouse, leather corset and tulle ballgown skirt with a nice-size slit up the thigh). Got plenty of compliments on the outfit, too, so you’ll definitely see that one again!

I got to march shoulder-to-shoulder with some of my favorite people, prance through a street corner foam party, see awesome outfits and smile till my face was sore. You absolutely, unequivocally, cannot ask for more than that from a pride!

Warped Tour 2025 – Washington DC
Okay, I’ll admit, this one isn’t exactly a leather event, but hear me out!

I’d bought tickets for Warped Tour long before I won NEPoL, and long before any of the pride parades were announced aside from World Pride. The ticket couldn’t be refunded, so rather than going through the hassle of trying to sell it, I opted to go as a little self-care moment during a hectic month of parades and events. Go figure, it ended up being more leather-related than I thought it would be!

The 2nd day of the festival, I wore my COMMAND club colors, which live on a vintage punk battle vest from the late 70s. Warped Tour has its roots in punk, alt rock and emo music, so despite the denim/leather combo making the heat a little more noticeable, it felt appropriate to wear them.

They got a lot of compliments, as they often do (the vest is a VERY unique piece), but I was also surprised how many people asked about my pins and patches; some reflect my identity and interests, while others are trinkets from my adventures to various bars and events throughout my leather life. I got to talk about COMMAND, Twisting Culture, Northeast Person, International Person and so much more!

One section of the festival grounds was set aside for non-profit organizations to set up booths selling their merch and talking about their missions. I connected with an organization called “End Overdose,” who happily refreshed my Narcan administration training and chatted with me about the leather community and our philosophies on harm reduction.

All in all, I discovered new bands to listen to, new organizations to research and got to relive a little nostalgia from my teenage years. Can’t complain!

Leather History Brunch: Surprising Judy Tallwing McCarthey
My pride month ended with a bang, as I made my way over to Clifton Pleasure Club in Baltimore for a very special Sunday brunch. On the surface, it looked like an interview with artist, activist and all-around leather legend, Judy Tallwing McCarthey. What she didn’t know, though, was that it was also a surprise party for her 80th birthday.

The event as a whole was informative, impactful and just plain fun. I didn’t even really take many pictures, as I spent most of my time just taking everything in. There were SO many people in attendance, including many folks from out of state that I don’t get to see very often. It felt like a family reunion meets a birthday party with a healthy dose of education mixed in.

I could listen to Judy talk for hours. Her stories, like her art, are medicine. They heal, they validate, they inspire and encourage. They remind us that, as bad as things may seem, we face them with a resilience and relentlessness inherited through generations.

Thank you, Judy, not just for what you do, but for who you are. Huge gratitude to Sir Glenda, and the entire crew involved with making this beautiful celebration happen. What a fantastic way to cap off a fantastic pride month.

OKC Kink Weekend/Route 66 Leather Contest
The Northeast went Down South in the best way, this July, as I had the distinct honor to be invited to Den Thaddy for the infamous Route 66 Leather Contest at Oklahoma City Kink Weekend.

Coordinating for a class of 12 contestants would be daunting for anyone at the best of times, but thankfully, this production team, board and class of contestants made the entire process not just smooth, but an absolute blast! To have an entire class full of cooperative, collaborative, supportive, energetic people was amazing. Each one of them brought their authentic selves and left it all on the stage. A hearty congratulations to each one of them, and a huzzah to the new Route 66 Title Family:

• Mr. Route 66 Leather: Titan Fenrir
• Ms. Route 66 Leather: Sparkle Fox
• Route 66 Bear: Cub Teddy
• Route 66 Bootblack: Atlas Rose
• Route 66 Pet: Pup Delta Diogenes

Even through a few logistical hiccups with the hotel, the board always had my back, and everyone from the board to contestants and volunteers were constantly checking on me and making sure I was caring for myself as much as my “kids”. When you’re at an event so far from home, love and support like that means everything.

I got to connect with friends I’ve mostly only known online, and make so many new friends in the process. The event was so diverse, and it was fascinating to see so many folks from so many different subcultures of the leather world all in one space. Massive gratitude to Miss Sara, Michael, Megan, Spicy Kitten and the entire board and team at OKC Kink Weekend for having this little Noreaster. I’ll happily return to this event year after year.

Find Finn – Upcoming Events

• Keystone Leather Weekend: 7/31-8/3
• Port Tobacco Players presents Airness: 9/19-10/5
• Leather Community Visits: Basquiat x Banksy at The Hirshhorn Museum: 10/4
• International Leather Sir/boy & International Community Bootblack: 10/9-10/12
• Bootblack Round-Up: 10/24-10/26

Thoughts From the Bootblack Bench

Once again sliding into another busy few months. Starting around mid-August, I was basically booked every single weekend for something or another through nearly the end of the year.

I’ve talked about this plenty before, but going into this title year, my primary goal was balance. As much as I worry about not doing enough community-wise, I also know how important it is (especially in times like these) to have a multi-dimensional life and prioritize my mental health. That’s why throughout these write-ups, you see a mix of leather and non-leather events and activities. I was determined to not only do the other, non-leather things I enjoy, but to connect with the queer community in my hometown, and the queer community outside of exclusively leather and kink spaces.

Events:

• Keystone Leather Weekend
• Pet, Gear & Fetish Night @ Mixers
• COMMAND MC x Patomac MC’s Greased Pig Invitational
• Pig Sty XXXIII: Crab Shuffle
• Master/slave Conference DC
• Airness at Port Tobacco Players Theater
• Polished & Proud: Mid-Atlantic Rubber Club 1st Anniversary
• Leather Community Visits: Basquiat x Banksy at the Hirshhorn Museum
• International Sir/boy & International Community Bootblack at Beyond Vanilla
• Bootblack Round-Up

Keystone Leather Weekend
Keystone Leather Weekend has been on my calendar of events to attend since last year. I’d heard so many things about the inaugural event, and gotten to know the inaugural titleholders, so I wanted to show them love as they stepped aside and support the folks competing to take their place under sash. When I heard they also had a Mx contestant this year? Yep. Definitely going.

This was the first event in a while that I wasn’t working on in some way. I was grateful to have moment to relax and just be among the community without having to rush around from task to task. I had two main jobs during the weekend: Speaking on the “Chosen Families” panel hosted by Sir Shots Stone, and delivering the land acknowledgement at the beginning of the contest.

It was amazing to be invited back to the “Chosen Families: Dynamics and the Importance” panel once again. This time, I was joined by my fellow Northeast title sibling, Pup Handler Bard (Northeast Handler), Daddy Doggo Olaf, Madame Sidney and Daddy Jeff Tucker. Both times I’ve been on this panel have led to important conversations, inspiring perspectives and straight-up wisdom that spans generations. I’m reminded that, while we may not always see eye to eye on everything, our gaze is pointing in the same direction: forward. My heartfelt gratitude to Sir Shots Stone and the Stone Leather Family for inviting me back, and to my fellow panelists and folks who attended for their time, attention and knowledge.

I’ve been blessed to be invited to deliver Land Acknowledgements at several leather events over the last few years, and it’s a responsibility I don’t take lightly. We are guests on stolen land, and while acknowledging that out loud and often won’t change the atrocities indigenous people have been put through over the centuries, it’s a small thing I can do to encourage folks to educate themselves on indigenous culture and history, and show support to the tribes local to their region economically and socio-politically.

I start by using a web project called Native-Land.ca to look up the location of the event and find out what tribe(s) that land belongs to. Once I have that information, the deep dive begins, and I plunge into hours of research on that tribe. I find out about their culture and history, the impact colonization had on them, and locate modern-day tribal organizations folks can support and learn from.

I want to extend the deepest gratitude to the producers of Keystone, Alyssa and Daddi Paws, their entire team of leaders and volunteers for having me in their spaces, and congratulate the Keystone title families, outgoing and incoming, on their accomplishments!

Pet, Gear & Fetish Night at Mixers Bar
I had an absolutely fabulous time at the special Pet, Gear and Fetish night at Mixers guest hosted by my COMMAND brother, Orpheus. My Boi, Matt, was a guest educator on pup play and pup space along with Pup Sora.

I’ll always have a soft spot in my heart for pups, kitties and critters of all types, and watching my boi come into their own in pet play has been an absolute treat! I especially enjoyed the incredibly-well-curated pamphlets that were scattered throughout the bar and absolutely packed with information about pet play and common myths regarding it. You could tell a lot of thought and care went into the planning of this night, and I couldn’t be prouder to call the organizers and educators my friends.

COMMAND MC x Patomac MC’s Greased Pig Invitational
Things got positively slick and slippery at our 2nd annual Greased Pig Invitational lube wrestling event in partnership with our sweet siblings at Potomac MC. Once again the giant inflatable flamingo tub and sprayer of J-Lube got a good workout!

I wound up emceeing for most of the night, but it was so fun to see the sign-up sheet and watch both old pairings from last year and new pairings battle it out! We did accept donations at the event, but while fundraisers are super important, I think in times like these its even more important to gather, smile and laugh together.

Joy is our greatest act of rebellion, and this night had plenty to spare!

Pig Sty XXXIII: Crab Shuffle
One of the events COMMAND MC is most well known for is our Pig Stys. Think social meets play party meets orgy all wrapped up in a graffiti-covered warehouse.

These parties have always been fantastic, but our new venue has taken them to the next level. Graffiti Warehouse is quintessential Baltimore; packed with art that changes regularly. When you pair that up with a bunch of old couches of varying shapes and sizes and our in-house sex furniture and LED lighting, you get a punk rock paradise unlike any other.

It felt SO good to be back at a Pig Sty slinging lightning with my violet wand after our long search for a venue finally succeeded. Our first Sty at the warehouse was a small proof of concept, but this one truly felt like a renaissance. I always love these events, as they give me the chance to do longer scenes and curate more personal experiences for each person on my table than a typical demo or class would. The invite-only and alcohol-free nature of these events always leave me feeling comfortable, affirmed and safe.

The fact that I spend the entire night surrounded by my beloved club siblings and our friends? That’s just the icing on the cake, or in this case, the Old Bay on the crab!

Master/slave Conference DC
Throughout the better part of the last five years, I’d hear a recurring echo every so often: “Oh, Finn! You simply must attend M/sC! I know you’ll love it!”

As many times as I’d heard that over the years, something always got in the way of me getting there. Usually (as is common in this community), the calendar would be my enemy, as I’d have some event or commitment keeping me away. Alongside that, though, was a bit of trepidation.

While I greatly admire and am fascinated by high-protocol and total-power-exchange dynamics, its never a relationship that I could see myself participating in. I am a high-velocity human being who’s often doing multiple different things at once, and having so many plates spinning at one time, while very rewarding, would mean I wouldn’t be able to be the type of Dom I would want to be in a dynamic like that.

Because of this, I’d always seen M/sC as off-limits in a weird way. I never want to intrude on spaces built exclusively for certain groups of people. However, my anthropologist father always used to say, “Go when invited,” and I had, indeed, been invited several times over. Plus, this was the home of the Northeast Master/slave contest, and I wanted to show support for my region’s M/s counterparts. My determination to learn and show support won over any previous inhibitions I may have had, and off I went!

Initially, though I was certainly out of my element, I was pleased to find I knew a lot more people at this conference than I thought I would. While that did help break the ice a bit, I was also pleasantly surprised to find that seating at the formal dinners was, for the most part, random. This allowed me to meet new people and engage in interesting conversations all throughout the weekend in a way that didn’t feel forced.

I was most grateful, however, to see the ever-familiar beacon of the Carter-Johnson Leather Library Logo on the event’s guidebook. I have such a deep love and respect for Mama Vi Johnson, the curators of the annexes, and the artists and scholars in residence at each of the library’s branches. At any event, the Carter-Johnson always feels like home, and I fully admit I spent a good portion of the weekend hanging out there.

In the case of the Mid-Atlantic Annex, I find that sense of home to be doubly present. Seeing artifacts from the history of the club who’s patch lives on my back. Seeing photos from around when I was born and recognizing the people in them as people I call friends today.

I can honestly say I learn more in my conversations in the Carter-Johnson Annexes than I ever have in an organized class, and when Mama Vi is there? I could sit and listen to all the stories and wisdom for hours. While there, I also witnessed multiple coverings of Doms and submissives alike. Getting to learn about people I don’t know well through the eyes of those that love them, all while steeped in a tradition that varies from subculture to subculture and region to region is as heartwarming as it is informative.

While I unfortunately may not have left MsC with a Master/slave set of title siblings, I did leave with a heck of a lot of knowledge, a different perspective on another side of the community and a few new friends. Huge gratitude to the organizers and veterans of this event for welcoming me so readily.

Airness at Port Tobacco Players Theater
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: My goal this title year was balance. I wanted to represent the leather and queer communities outside traditional leather spaces. Being a trained actor, going back to the theater was a natural choice, and I’ve been having a blast with it.

Back when I was in high school, the theater world looked very different. Binary gender roles and body shaming were the norm, and if you were an AFAB person who wasn’t waife, blonde-haired and traditionally feminine, you simply weren’t cast in principal roles. Even when I was in college, I was passed up for a role because I was, “too outwardly edgy”, and that was before I shaved my head and got most of my tattoos.

These days, thankfully, the theater world is far more progressive, but I still look at cast lists for most shows and think, “Yeah, there’s nothing there for someone who looks like me.”

My sister Mary has been my biggest cheerleader, pushing me to audition for anything and everything. When she heard Port Tobacco Players was kicking off their season with a play about competitive air guitar, she did everything short of drag me to auditions, “You HAVE to go out for this one! It was practically written for someone like you!” And you know what? She wasn’t wrong. Between being a massive rock fan and a drag performer, I was stoked about this show. I mean, when the audition includes a 60 second air guitar demonstration, you know its going to be a great show.

A few days after auditions (and my thrilling instrumentless rendition of “Cliffs of Dover”), I was stunned to receive the call offering me the role of D-Vicious, the villain in the story and the primary driver of the plot. It was my biggest role since high school and my first bad guy, so to say I was thrilled was an understatement.

One of my acting teachers once said, “The director of the show is the real artist. The actors are merely their medium. You are paint and clay. You mold to the artists vision.” This process showed me just how wrong that was. Our director, Tiffany, was a true collaborator. She took an organic approach to the blocking process. Rather than telling us exactly where to go and when, she simply said, “Follow your instincts. Move where and when you think your character would move. If something doesn’t work with the script, we’ll adjust things as we go.” This built a collaborative energy and cast chemistry right from the start, which turned into such a smooth, effective rehearsal process that, by the time tech week came around, we were basically ready to perform.

This was far and away the most fun I’ve ever had doing a show. I got to play a role I could really sink my teeth into, and be reminded of how HOT I look with a five o’clock shadow. The cast was incredible, our chemistry was absolutely insane, and this absolutely won’t be the last time I play air guitar. I had to miss a few leather events (and lots of ren faire days) for this one, but I don’t regret it for a second.

Polished and Proud: Mid-Atlantic Rubber Club 1st Anniversary
I had the distinct pleasure of demoing electro-play at the Mid-Atlantic Rubber Club’s first anniversary celebration at the District Eagle. The organizer, Bruiser, is a delightful human, and was one of the first folks in the community to give me an opportunity to teach electro-play way back in the Maryland title days. He always does a great job at making sure demo tops have what they need, when they need it, so I jump at the chance to work his events whenever the opportunity arises.

Working a rubber event is an interesting challenge as an electro-top. Rubber is an insulator, so when a bottom is wearing rubber, any surface covered by the material will get zero sensation from the violet wand. I live for challenges like this, because they push me to get creative with what sensations I implement and where. In spite of everything, I had eight or nine fabulous scenes with folks of all different ages, gender identities, body types and walks of life. I’m endlessly grateful to everyone who trusts me with their body and energy for the time we’re in scene together.

The District Eagle is every inch an Eagle bar in terms of its DNA. Its sweaty, frenetic energy, red lights and porn on the TVs, strong drinks and a busy dance floor. The space can get really crowded, really quickly, which made me a little worried going into an electro demo, as I never want to unintentionally zap someone. Thankfully, I had the “High Voltage” leather pocket flag I designed in partnership with Wolfstryker Leather, which has UV reactive leather in the design that comes alive in the dark. I can’t honestly say that’s the main thing that got people’s attention to give me working space, but I definitely saw it catch some eyes from my pocket. The best part is any electro player can get one of their very own from Wolfstryker, and 10% of the proceeds from them are donated to the ACLU.

Okay, enough shameless plugging.

Huge thanks and hearty congratulations to Bruiser and the entire board and membership of the Mid-Atlantic Rubber Club for having me to their fabulous event. Here’s to many more years of squeaky, slippery, shiny fun!

Leather Community Visits: Basquiat x Banksy at the Hirshhorn Museum
When the current administration released a list of museums and exhibitions it found “objectionable”, I knew those had to be my next stops in the Leather Community Visits series of events. After all, learning about fascism also includes learning the things fascists don’t want you to know.

The first choice was the Hirshhorn museum purely because its free and I adore it. I can think of very few other places in the world where you can encounter so many legendary pieces of art in one place. When I saw they were housing a collaborative exhibition of Basquiat and Banksy AND the administration didn’t like it? Oh yeah, we’re going there.

It seems certain social media channels don’t like this particular series of events very much. My attendance at these has been pretty slim, which worried me, but I learned from a few folks that, despite me posting and sharing these evens a crapload, they never hear about them until I’m at the location on the day of the visit. I take this as a good sign that I’m pissing off the right people.

Myself and my three friends explored the museum to our hearts content. The titular exhibit was absolutely breathtaking. Seeing these two paintings in the same room; a call and response across decades and across the veil of life itself was nothing short of captivating. It was also frustrating in a galvanizing way; knowing that we’re still having the same conversations about systemic racism and police brutality all these years later. Everything has changed, and yet, nothing has changed.

We had some time after the Hirshhorn visit, so one of our fellow attendees led us to the Museum of Asian Art, which he works at, and who was holding a Korean heritage festival that day. The art was stunning, the festival was very fun, and the k-pop dance troupe outside was a great bonus.

International Leather Sir/boy & International Community Bootblack at Beyond Vanilla
When I first got the email inviting me to judge International Community Bootblack, I had to re-read it at least four times and have my spouse read it to make sure I wasn’t imagining things. Not only getting invited to judge an international level contest, but one of the most technically-focused bootblacking contests out there? Surely, I must be dreaming!

But I wasn’t. It was real, and the next thing I knew, my Boi and I were on a plane to Dallas with a whole contingent of folks to show the Lone Star state the kind of good trouble only the Northeast region can bring.

Walking into the judge’s meeting, I was met with a massive wave of impostor syndrome. I realized that every single judge on the bootblack panel was a current or former international titleholder except one. Yep! Little ol’ me.

Holy heck.

My mind swirled with self-doubt. Why the heck was I here? These were titans of the community! I’m just a bumpkin with a buffing brush and a big mouth. What could I possibly have to offer?

As hard as I tried to keep a good poker face, the rest of the panel picked up on what was going on, and chased those intrusive thoughts right out of my head. I also saw a comment on the post that announced me as a judge of someone expressing how awesome it was to have “kitchen table bootblack” representation on the panel, which felt really validating. So with that in my head and my fellow judges having my back, I stepped into my power, put my big-kid boots on and judged my ass off.

I’ve judged with a lot of people in the last few years, and I can honestly say this was one of the most delightfully chaotic, fun panels I’ve ever been on. We all clicked immediately, and were laughing our sides sore in no time. Judging is always an honor, but judging with folks you click with and respect so much? That’s the dream!

The event itself was also a blast. Getting to see my 2nd Route 66 Pup “kid” get sashed, exploring another Carter-Johnson library annex (Four Points), getting to know so many great vendors, seeing old friends and making new ones. Oh, and eating some REALLY tasty barbeque. The event even had a free photo booth, which Boi and I took full advantage of.

The two bootblack contestants each brought a lot of confidence to the contest, but in the end, Ursus took the title! His skill, creativity and eloquence was absolutely unmatched, and I’m so excited to see what he and the other new titleholders (Sir Britt and boy Neutron) do with their year.

It takes a lot of fortitude to manage one title year, much less damn near a decade. My admiration for the folks stepping aside from these titles (Sir Robert, J Baby and AJ) cannot be overstated. They made me feel so welcome in their space, and I couldn’t be more thankful to them for all their time and tireless work.

All in all, this was a once in a lifetime experience for me, and I’m endlessly grateful to Chris, Sir John and the entire team at ILSb/ICBB and Beyond Vanilla for giving me a seat at their table, and for welcoming me so immediately and completely. I’ll definitely be back!

Bootblack Round-Up
Bootblack Round-Up was one of my favorite events last year. It's an event built by bootblacks, for bootblacks, that delivers on exactly what bootblacks love to do: ply our craft, learn from each other and party hard!

Even before leather was a lifestyle for me, it was a textile; one that told the stories of the people who used it, and one that had leveled my head more times than I could count. There's so much healing found in reconnecting with the skill that brought me into this leather world in the first place.

In the chaos of fighting fascism (and sometimes each other, let's be real), it can be easy to lose the joy that brought you to where you are. BBRU is one of the events that brings that joy and wonder back to me.

The organized classes are amazing in and of themselves, but sitting in the main area of BBRU with other bootblacks, sharing stories and tips with one another as we work on our respective projects is an education all it's own.

It feels less like a leather run and more like a summer camp with a bunch of people who are into the same shit you are.

I laughed, I learned, I taught, I geeked out, I loved and was loved, all in a venue that takes such incredible care of their guests.

I'm so tired (like, SO tired), but so full and so incredibly happy.

Huge thanks to Bumper Bootblack and the entire team at BBRU for inviting me to teach again. See y'all in July for the next one!

It's been one HELL of a busy couple months! I’m getting tired just writing everything out! Thankfully, I have a pretty sizable break coming up in the form of a cruise to Cozumel where I’ll be watching some of my favorite bands, hanging out with awesome people and getting some much-needed rest and relaxation in. As soon as I get back, we hit the ground running on the next adventures!

Find Finn: Upcoming Events

• Leather Literary Salon
• Mixers Madness Drag Show
• Leather Community Visits: Museum of African-American History & Culture
• 12 Days of Christmas
• Santa Saturday
• Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend
  
  

Coming soon!