LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District

LCD: Erotic Storytelling Hour
2023-09-28 20:00 - 21:00, 2023-10-26 20:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-14 20:00 - 21:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
San Francisco’s LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
presents a special, 18+ only, online event:
The Erotic Storytelling Hour
Come hear some provocative, graphic, sexy, titillating, and funny stories (and more) from selected writers of our community!
Be 18+
Hosted by Sumiko Saulson, David Hyman, and Cal Callahan
Featuring:
Special Guest Reader:
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86868208302?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 868 6820 8302
Password: [REDACTED]
Or call 1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) and enter meeting ID: 856 5465 2578 and password: [REDACTED]
(Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcdjuCNy9C )
Want to be a reader for a future event? contact: manager@sflcd.org
The event is free; want to thank us? Donate at /donate/
Or become a member: https://join.sflcd.org/
Check out our Website: https://sfleatherdistrict.org

LCD: Diversity & Membership Committee Meeting
2023-10-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-11-02 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-07 18:00 - 19:00 | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
The Diversity & Membership Committee Meeting guides efforts to increase District membership with an emphasis on representing all members of our community.
First Thursdays at 6 pm PST
Join us on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87865884248
Proposed Agenda:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WXvW91IgDN2ZOn-uh2wzRSISrTI1XaR0k-v091-zgbo/edit#heading=h.6bc6e5a12ww9
3 Functions of this Committee:
1. Membership drive and process
2. Diversity part I- outreach to groups and gain attendance from all clubs and groups within our community
3. Diversity part II- ensure our committees are functioning from a viewpoint of diversity in their structure and event planning.
Hope you can join us!

LCD: Land Use Committee Meeting
2023-10-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-11-13 18:30 - 19:30 | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
The Land Use Committee tracks changes to real estate in the District in order to mitigate the effects of development and gentrification.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85688294123
Meeting ID: 856 8829 4123
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The Land Use Committee for the LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District is interacting with city agencies, developers, and a range of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders, regarding a wide range of land use issues within the Cultural District in the South of Market neighborhood.
There are a wide range of opportunities for involvement, from being on call to show up at a meeting in City Hall, to critical negotiations with planners and developers.
While special skills in real estate or civic planning are great, anyone with an interest in the Cultural District is welcome to join.
For more information, please visit http://SFLCD.org, or contact land-use-chair@SFLCD.org.

Leather District: Communications Committee Meeting
2023-10-12 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-11-09 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-14 18:00 - 19:00 | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
The Communications Committee plans and guides the messaging and branding decisions for the District.
Join via Zoom Link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84039453815
Join by phone:
1 669 900 6833
Meeting ID: 840 3945 3815
Please contact the committee chairperson, Bob Brown with any questions: bob.brown@sflcd.org

SOMA Second Saturdays!
2023-10-14 12:00 - 17:00 | 12th Street between Eagle Plaza and Folsom Street
Join us on 12th Street between Eagle Plaza and Folsom Street to shop with some of the finest queer and kink artists, artisans, and craftspeople.
Beverages are available at the SF Eagle, including Beer Bust from 3-6.
Dine nearby at local restaurants like Willows and Manora.
Find out who else is going and join the chat with Bloom!
Applicable COVID-19 precautions enforced.
Smoke-Free Event
Come out and join the fun.

LCD: Board of Directors Meeting
2023-10-18 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-11-15 18:00 - 20:00, 2023-12-20 18:00 - 20:00
Board of Directors Meeting
The meeting is free and all community members are welcome to attend.
Please join us remotely via Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84789060820…
You can find the meeting agenda here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nBAbtcXc5DfhPCAo2dvgZhvXF_aayDCJQP8DEf4TVUI/
You can also call 1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) and use Meeting ID: 844 9193 7145 and Password: [REDACTED] (Or find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kl0fPTq3u)
Board meeting minutes will be available when they are approved at the following meeting.
For more info, visit http://www.sflcd.org.

LCD: Arts and Culture Committee Meeting
2023-10-26 18:00 - 19:00, 2023-12-21 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
The LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District’s Arts and Culture Committee is dedicated to reactivating Folsom Street and environs as a cultural and community hub.
We are actively recruiting artists, both for murals, exhibits and other projects, and in leadership roles in our organization.
Full agenda is at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1y2m0vNizoGMbvlqxo9uLZewKc7vafe_aPqw72UKHVYM/
The meeting is free, and open to all.
Join with Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89554242702 or call 1 408 638 0968 and use Meeting ID: 895 5424 2702.
We hope you will join us!

2023 THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival
2023-11-14 17:00 - 2023-11-18 19:00 | San Francisco, CA, United States
Diamond Wave presents
The 2023 THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival
✨🖤💜🤍💛✨
Save the date for Diamond Wave’s annual THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival happening in San Francisco (and virtually) November 14–18, 2023!
We’ll have five sensational showcases featuring music, drag, poetry, video and performance from approx. 40 local, national and international nonbinary artists! Check out individual events below:
Opening Showcase & Dialogue: https://www.facebook.com/events/369136515466781
Drag & Music Showcase: https://www.facebook.com/events/863364755075745
Virtual Video Showcase: https://www.facebook.com/events/628233102580948
Poetry & Music Showcase: https://www.facebook.com/events/1001186114302376
For more information visit www.diamond-wave.org
Or follow us on Instagram at @diamondwavearts

THEYFRIEND 2023 Opening Showcase & Dialogue
2023-11-14 17:30 | James C. Hormel LGBTQIA Center of San Francisco Public Library
Get ready for a thrilling night of performance and conversation to open the THEYFRIEND 2023 Nonbinary Performance Festival
Tuesday, November 14, 6 pm (5:30 pm pre-panel)
Koret Auditorium, San Francisco Public Library
100 Larkin St, San Francisco, CA 94102
FREE, donations encouraged
Moderated by SNJV
Pre-panel conversation with Sam Favela from the Transgender District
With Joce Ryder, Mojo Carter, Riy Mutakabbir and Zara Jamshed
In partnership with the Hormel LGBTQIA Center at San Francisco Public Library and the Transgender District
Join us for the kickoff event of the 2023 THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival with a facilitated discussion and performances featuring local nonbinary artists and leaders.
Prior to the performances, host and multidisciplinary artist SNJV will be joined by Sam Favela from the Transgender District for a foundational conversation centering the question “What is Nonbinary?” Then SNJV will be joined by drag artist Mojo Carter, musician Joce Ryder, poet Zara Jamshed, and dancer Riy Mutakabbir for performances and a discussion exploring the relationship between creative practice and nonbinary identity. Following the panel there will be time for a brief Q & A with the artists.
For more information about participating artists, please visit diamond-wave.org/theyfriend
Accessibility information: The Main Branch of the San Francisco Public Library and the Koret Auditorium are fully ADA accessible. There is one all-gender on the lower level of the Main Branch Library. ASL interpretation will be provided and all videos will have open captions. To request additional accommodations (such as assisted listening devices), call (415) 557-4557 or contact accessibility@sfpl.org at least 72 hours in advance to help ensure availability.
COVID information: Masking STRONGLY encouraged, participating artists and staff are COVID tested before the event.
About THEYFRIEND: Now in its third year, THEYFRIEND is the world’s first performance festival uplifting, centering, and celebrating nonbinary identity! For more information on THEYFRIEND events happening November 14–18, 2023, visit www.diamond-wave.org/theyfriend.
This event is made possible with support from the California Arts Council, the Phyllis C. Wattis Foundation and the Hormel LGBTQIA Center at San Francisco Public Library, and is presented in partnership with the Transgender District. Diamond Wave is a fiscally sponsored project of Intersection for the Arts that is supported by Grants for the Arts, the Horizons Foundation, the Walter & Elise Haas Fund and the San Francisco Arts Commission.

THEYFRIEND 2023 Drag & Music Showcase
2023-11-15 19:00 | Oasis, 298 11th St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, US
A night of mind-blowing drag and sensational music at the 2023 THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival!
Wednesday, November 15, 7 pm (6:30 pm doors)
Oasis (21+)
298 11th Street, San Francisco, CA 94103
$20 early bird | $25 general admission
Limited pay what you can tickets
Hosted by Gothess Jasmine & LOTUS BOY
DJ Digital Kitkat
With Krudas Cubensi, theyfriend, Piss E Sissy, Ling Ling Super Bloom, Harddeep Singh and JanpiStar
Join us for day two of the 2023 THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival for a showcase centering nonbinary musicians and drag artists at San Francisco’s premiere LGBTQ nightlife venue, Oasis! Co-hosted by the 2023 San Francisco Drag King of the Year LOTUS BOY and drag deity Gothess Jasmine (Austin), this sensational showcase of nonbinary performance will feature live music from Krudas Cubensi and theyfriend (LA), and drag and burlesque performances from Harddeep Singh (London), JanpiStar, Ling Ling Super Bloom and Piss E Sissy! Come early and stay late to dance to the stellar beats by DJ Digital Kitkat.
Accessibility information: ASL Interpretation will be provided for this event. Oasis’ main space is wheelchair accessible with three stairs to access the main bar. The space has single-stall all-gender restrooms with two restrooms that are wheelchair accessible. If you have questions or specific requests with regards to your visit, please email kiana@diamond-wave.org
COVID information: Masking STRONGLY encouraged, participating artists and staff are COVID tested before the event.
About THEYFRIEND: Now in its third year, THEYFRIEND is the world’s first performance festival uplifting, centering, and celebrating nonbinary identity! For more information on THEYFRIEND events happening November 14–18, 2023, visit www.diamond-wave.org/theyfriend.
This event is made possible with support from the California Arts Council and the Phyllis C. Wattis Foundation, and is presented in partnership with Oasis and the LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District. Diamond Wave is a fiscally sponsored project of Intersection for the Arts that is supported by Grants for the Arts, the Horizons Foundation, the Walter & Elise Haas Fund and the San Francisco Arts Commission.

THEYFRIEND 2023 Virtual Video Showcase
2023-11-16 17:00
Enjoy an extravaganza of sensational videos from national & international THEYFRIEND nonbinary performers from the comfort of your couch!
Thursday, November 16, 5:00pm – 8:00pm PST
Live Streaming on YouTube
youtube.com/@diamondwavearts
Sliding scale $5 – $25
Artist promo code HeyTHEYFRIEND to make $5 ticket free
Hosted by Goddexx
DJ Sand.dreams
Guided altar building with The Living Altar
With video from Castle Laws of Pleeay, DeVery Bess, Frankie Fingerling, Given Q. Davis, Isis + Kyarai Dara, mirrored fatality, Riy Mutakabbir, Saira Barbaric, Srujanika Das and TAYLORALXNDR
Grab some snacks, gather your enby friends and family, and tune into our 2nd annual THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Virtual Video Showcase – from anywhere in the world! The evening will begin with a special guided altar building with The Living Altar (Portland & New Orleans) at 5 pm. Then at 7 pm, our magical hostexx Goddexx (Seattle) will guide you through a multidimensional showcase featuring works from Castle Laws of Pleeay, DeVery Bess (Toronto), Frankie Fingerling (Edmonton), Given Q. Davis (Portland), Isis + Kyarai Dara, mirrored fatality, Riy Mutakabbir, Saira Barbaric (Seattle), Srujanika Das (Kolkata, India) and TAYLORALXNDR (Atlanta). Featuring beats and music by DJ Sand.reams (Chicago), you won’t want to miss this expansive collection of video art and short films from nonbinary artists across the nation and world!
Accessibility information: Auto-generated captions provided, with open captions on all videos.
About THEYFRIEND
Now in its third year, THEYFRIEND is the world’s first performance festival uplifting, centering, and celebrating nonbinary identity! For more information on THEYFRIEND events happening November 14–18, 2023, visit www.diamond-wave.org/theyfriend.
This event is made possible with support from the California Arts Council and the Phyllis C. Wattis Foundation, and is presented in partnership with the San Francisco Transgender Film Festival. Diamond Wave is a fiscally sponsored project of Intersection for the Arts that is supported by Grants for the Arts, the Horizons Foundation, the Walter & Elise Haas Fund and the San Francisco Arts Commission.

LCD: Arts and Culture Committee Meeting
2023-11-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
The LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District’s Arts and Culture Committee is dedicated to reactivating Folsom Street and environs as a cultural and community hub.
We are actively recruiting artists, both for murals, exhibits and other projects, and in leadership roles in our organization.
Full agenda is at https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eLdCY9JiSBLiZhs5tTTSTuiv40nzIx7gH12sOpaiXIU/
The meeting is free, and open to all.
Join with Zoom at: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89554242702 or call 1 408 638 0968 and use Meeting ID: 895 5424 2702.
We hope you will join us!

THEYFRIEND 2023 Poetry & Music Showcase
2023-11-17 19:00 | Brava
The THEYFRIEND 2023 Nonbinary Performance Festival continues with compelling spoken word, bumping music and dynamic performance!
Friday, November 17, 7:00pm – 9:00pm (6:30 pm doors)
Brava Theater Center’s Cabaret
2773 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
$20 early bird | $25 general admission
Limited pay what you can tickets
Hosted by Vin Seaman
DJ phishr_price
With Alder Duan Hurley, Criibaby, Jean Wildest, Libby Oren, Xtra.dae, and video from TAYLOR ALXNDR and DeVery Bess
Revel in the words, lyrics, and flow of the THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Poetry & Music Showcase! Hosted by Diamond Wave Director and Brava Artist-in-Residence, Vin Seaman, the evening will feature live performances from poets Alder Duan Hurley and Libby Oren, musician Criibaby, and performers Jean Wildest (Chicago) and Xtra.dae, with video from musician and drag performer TAYLORALXNDR (Atlanta) and performer DeVery Bess (Toronto). Come early or stay late to experience the music of DJ phishr_price!
About THEYFRIEND: Now in its third year, THEYFRIEND is the world’s first performance festival uplifting, centering, and celebrating nonbinary identity! For more information on THEYFRIEND events happening November 14–18, 2023, visit www.diamond-wave.org.
Accessibility information: Brava is wheelchair accessible with ADA-accessible all-gender restrooms. The space also includes an upstairs mezzanine with additional seating that is only accessible by stairs. All videos will have open captions.
If you need ASL interpretation or ADA accessible seating for this show, please indicate so during the ticketing process no later than November 10th. For any questions about accessibility please email kiana@diamond-wave.org.
COVID information: Masking STRONGLY encouraged, participating hosts/staff are COVID tested before the event.
This event is made possible with support from the California Arts Council and the Phyllis C. Wattis Foundation, and is presented in partnership with Brava! for Women in the Arts. Diamond Wave is a fiscally sponsored project of Intersection for the Arts that is supported by Grants for the Arts, the Horizons Foundation, the Walter & Elise Haas Fund and the San Francisco Arts Commission.

THEYFRIEND 2023 Closing Showcase
2023-11-18 19:00 | Brava
We’re closing the THEYFRIEND 2023 Nonbinary Performance Festival with an unforgettable lineup of nonbinary music and performance!
Saturday, November 18, 7:00pm – 9:00pm (6:30 pm doors)
Brava Theater Center’s Cabaret
2773 24th Street, San Francisco, CA 94110
$20 early bird | $25 general admission
Limited pay what you can tickets
Hosted by Poppy J. Snacks and Vin Seaman
DJ Initial Rhi
With Kanyon CoyoteWoman, karinyo, Rafi Ruffino Darrow, Rowan Katz and video from Given Q. Davis and mirrored fatality
Close out Transgender Visibility Week in style with our final show of the 2023 THEYFRIEND Nonbinary Performance Festival! Co-hosted by stand up comedian Poppy J. Snack (NYC) and Diamond Wave Director Vin Seaman, the evening will feature performances from hip hop lyricist Humble Hart, musicians karinyo and Rowan Katz, and multidisciplinary artists Kanyon CoyoteWoman and Rafi Ruffino Darrow, as well as video from poet and songwriter Given Q. Davis (Portland) and the multidisciplinary, experimental noise punk farmer duo mirrored fatality. Initial Rhi will be our DJ for the evening, so come early and stay late to dance with nonbinary community and celebrate the end of THEYFRIEND 2023!
About THEYFRIEND: Now in its third year, THEYFRIEND is the world’s first performance festival uplifting, centering, and celebrating nonbinary identity! For more information on THEYFRIEND events happening November 14–18, 2023, visit www.diamond-wave.org.
Accessibility information: Brava is wheelchair accessible with ADA-accessible all-gender restrooms. The space also includes an upstairs mezzanine with additional seating that is only accessible by stairs. All videos will have open captions.
If you need ASL interpretation or ADA accessible seating for this show, please indicate so during the ticketing process no later than November 10th. For any questions about accessibility please email kiana@diamond-wave.org.
COVID information: Masking REQUIRED, KN95 masks available at door. Participating artists and staff are COVID tested before the event.
This event is made possible with support from the California Arts Council and the Phyllis C. Wattis Foundation, and is presented in partnership with Brava! for Women in the Arts. Diamond Wave is a fiscally sponsored project of Intersection for the Arts that is supported by Grants for the Arts, the Horizons Foundation, the Walter & Elise Haas Fund and the San Francisco Arts Commission.

CHHESS Report - Community Update
2023-11-29 18:00 - 19:30
The city mandated Cultural History, Housing, and Economic Sustainability Strategies (CHHESS) Report, serves as a roadmap of priorities and strategies for stabilizing our cultural community.
Join us for the results based on community input.
The final reports will be approved by the Board of Supervisors.
There will be Q&A after the presentation.
Wednesday, November 29, 6 to 7:30 pm.
Each attendee will be entered into a drawing for a $100 gift card courtesy of Success Centers (you must be present for the entire presentation to be eligible).
On Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86066634616

LCD: Erotic Storytelling Hour Holiday Party
2023-12-07 20:00 - 21:30 | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
San Francisco’s LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
presents a special, 18+ only, online event:
The Erotic Storytelling Hour Holiday Party
The Erotic Storytelling Hour Holiday Party will be held on
Thursday, December 7, 2023, from 8 to 9:30 p.m.
Join us for kinky mad libs, naughty holiday songs, and more.
Be 18+
Hosted by Sumiko Saulson, David Hyman, and Cal Callahan
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86868208302?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 868 6820 8302
Password: [REDACTED]
Or call 1 408 638 0968 US (San Jose) and enter meeting ID: 856 5465 2578 and password: [REDACTED]
(Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kcdjuCNy9C )
Want to be a reader for a future event? contact: manager@sflcd.org
The event is free; want to thank us? Donate at /donate/
Or become a member: https://join.sflcd.org/
Check out our Website: https://sfleatherdistrict.org

SOMA Second Saturdays! Holiday Market
2023-12-09 12:00 - 17:00 | SOMArts Cultural Center, 934 Brannan St, San Francisco, CA, 94103, US
SOMA Second Saturday’s is indoors for our third annual Holiday Market! We will even have the services of a free shuttle, courtesy of San Francisco Love Tours, which will be making a continuous loop through SOMA with stops at some of our beloved LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District venues; including SF Eagle, Azucar Lounge (opens at 3), Powerhouse (opens at 4), Zozi’s Loft, Leather Etc., and Mr S Leather.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Twisted Windows will be providing ambient performances on the SOMArts stage.
Oogie Boogie: A Nightmare Before Christmas Burlesque by Alotta Boutté!
Holiday Photos With Santa! We will have an area for photos with Naughty Santa and a few playful elf pups from the Service Pups of San Francisco! You won’t want to miss the opportunity to capture some holiday moments!
Kinky Speed Friending: Join us for two different rounds of Kinky Speed Friending with PsychoKitty at 12:30 and 2:30!
MAIN STAGE SCHEDULE:
1 pm – Shay Tiziano, Ornament Entwined
1:30 pm – Dual Demons, Fire + Ice
2 pm – Alotta Boutté, Oogie Mash
2:15 pm – Mayhem & Ota Kinbaku, Suspended Meditation
2:45 pm – Alicia T-Corn & KleineVosje, Reindeer Flight School
3:15 pm – Shay & Angel, Nutcracker Pas de Deux en Corde
3:45 pm – DanceHallDyke & Slab_Me_Harder, Out of Cigarettes
FEATURED VENDORS
A.B.O. Comix (A.B.O. Comix is a collective of creators and activists who work to amplify the voices of LGBTQ prisoners through art. Check out their website at https://www.abocomix.com/mission.html)
Aphycharcoal (Live portraiture with charcoal! You can check out some of their work on their IG @aphycharcoal)
Art by Luke (Fine art & prints by local SOMA artist Luke Andahazy. Follow him on IG @luke.andahazy)
Art of Natalie McKean (Selling original art with a queer scifi theme. Sells originals, prints, pins, t-shirts, comics and more! Check out her website https://www.nataliemckeanart.com/)
Babygirl Inc (Queer, feminist, kink/sex-positive jewelry, hanky code flagging keychains, and/or custom industrial chain harnesses, gear, and accessories. Follow them on IG @babygirl.inc.xo)
ByrdBeaks (Fabric based pants free pockets and other accessories. Follow them on IG @ByrdBeaks)
Cumply (Kinky Affirmation Puzzles, Pup Bandanas, Harnesses. Things for kinky queerdos, nerds, and geeks to signify and express themselves. Check out their website at https://cumplykink.com)
Dizzy Rat Co (Disability and community focused art, zines, prints, mobility aids, and jewelry.)
Fave Brand (Queer and kink themed apparel designed and screen printed. Check them out on IG @ Favebrandsf)
Femmmeow (Selling art prints, mugs, clothing, stickers with vintage art. Learn more at their website https://shopfemmmeow.com)
Femmmeow (Selling art prints, mugs, clothing, stickers with vintage art. Learn more at their website https://shopfemmmeow.com)
Fire Dragon Photo (Pop-up Art Gallery. Check out their website at: https://www.firedragonphoto.com/)
GlamPunk Art by Brittany Ertola (Kink/fetish/nude/weird art: paintings, drawings, some random kink home decor (e.g., one-of-a-kind nesting “Russian” dolls, magnets), earrings, & necklaces. Follow her on IG @GlamPunk.SanFrancisco)
Golden Age Accessories (Jewelry and accessories made from recycled industrial and reworked vintage materials. Follow them on IG @GoldenAgeAccessories)
GOOCH Photography (Queer art documentary photography. Check out his website at https://www.PhotosbyGooch.com)
Hernandez Chiropractic: Providing free spinal screenings and education to introduce chiropractic and network for my business. No adjusting will be done, just screening, and education. Offering 50% discount for first visit with signup on the day!)
House of Disaster ( The House of Disaster is a creative collective consisting of two zinesters: Dandy Disaster, who makes art,comics, and stickers featuring cute and pretty boy characters, and Plush Kitsune, who makes zines about sewing and plushies. Check out their website at https://dandydisaster.carrd.co)
It’s Simple SF (Check out the yummy flavors for cocktails and drink mixes at https://www.itssimplesf.com)
Lilith Spillz (Custom fit rubber harnesses, floggers, and other kink gear made from reclaimed bike tubing and other reclaimed materials. Check out their website at https://www.lilithspillz.com)
Lucifire Candle Co (Wax play safe candles. Follow them on IG @Lucifire.candleco)
Major Sketch (Jade aims to create LGBTQAI+ sex-positive art that encourages people to embrace the beauty in their desires. Jade sells prints, postcards, stickers, magnets, buttons, and keychains of their art. Check out their website at https://www.majorsketch.com/)
Mauskaveli (Custom Art Paddles, Comics and Books. Check them out at https://www.SumikoSaulson.com)
Mischief Manor Makers (Specialize in sensory friendly products, both sweet and spicy. 3D printed fidgets, Squishmallow bags and backpacks, Roll for Mental Health bundles, handmade safety keychains and punches (because it’s hard to be a queer out there!), enameled pins to help brain and spirit, and new items added often! Check out their Etsy store at https://https://www.etsy.com/shop/MischiefManorMakers)
NYXA (Offering genderless and size-inclusive sterling silver jewelry, handcrafted by queers in San Francisco. Check out their website at https://www.nyxa.co)
Oscar Zamora Graves (Gay collage postcards, greeting cards, buttons, original art, jewelry, vintage gay magazines. Follow them on IG @PhysiqueandFantasy)
Poppers the Pony (Poppers the Pony makes drawings from her wild and woolly sex utopia where everyone gets to be and do exactly what they want, especially her. Poppers booth will have small original drawings, prints, stickers, coloring books and comics. https://poppersthepony.bigcartel.com/)
Qbay (Queer kink illustrations and Spanking paddles for sale. Follow them on IG @octtavioluna)
Raptrix (Customizable colorful leather art celebrating pleasure led living for all bodies
Handmade with soft premium leather, a full spectrum of colors, and decadent designs.)
Rhea Adri Art (Offering original art, prints, and other printed items of original artwork. Check them out at https://rheaadri.com)
Rocket Ready Apparel (Rocket Ready Apparel offers custom themed vinyl and leather collars, harnesses, and belts, anodized metal and resin earrings, and tentacle hair pins and headbands. Check them out on IG @RocketReadyApparel)
Songsandsmuttales (Erotic Art, stickers, coloring books, and tied up teddies. Follow them on IG @songsandsmuttales)
Tarot by Alexandria (Tarot readings and decks for sale. Follow her on IG @clickyourheelsmovement)
Two Bald Guys Art (Featuring the work of local queer artists Gwanhyeon Cho and John Rockwell. Selling great paintings, prints and photographs. Check out their website at https://www.twobaldguysart.com)
Vintage Eye Closet (clothing and accessories offered by a Latina women owned business. Follow her on GI @vintageeyecloset)
Wicked Grounds (Kinky education and information booth. Books, toys, rope, and other kinky gear. Learn more about Wicked Grounds at https://wickedgrounds.com)
GEAR SWAP!!
Looking for new looks? Check out our gear swap table! You can bring your old gear that you’re looking to rehome or come look for a new look for yourself! Gear Swap takes place at every SOMA Second Saturday! You’ll never know what you might find!
For more information about the Gear Swap, please visit /saturday/#gear.
AVAILABLE FOOD
We’re thrilled to share that our shuttle will make stops at the SF Eagle and Acuzar (opening at 3) where you can partake in some tasty treats!
WHO’S GOING?
Find out who else is going and join the chat with Bloom! https://bl.ooo/m/soma-second-saturdays-holiday-market
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
This is a smoke-free event. However, there are designated smoking areas outside of SOMArts.
The Holiday Market is underwritten by a generous grant from Success Centers (https://successcenters.org/).

LCD: Land Use Committee Meeting
2023-12-11 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-01-08 18:30 - 19:30 | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
The Land Use Committee tracks changes to real estate in the District in order to mitigate the effects of development and gentrification.
Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85688294123
Meeting ID: 856 8829 4123
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The Land Use Committee for the LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District is interacting with city agencies, developers, and a range of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders, regarding a wide range of land use issues within the Cultural District in the South of Market neighborhood.
There are a wide range of opportunities for involvement, from being on call to show up at a meeting in City Hall, to critical negotiations with planners and developers.
While special skills in real estate or civic planning are great, anyone with an interest in the Cultural District is welcome to join.
For more information, please visit http://SFLCD.org, or contact land-use-chair@SFLCD.org.

LCD: Diversity & Membership Committee Meeting
2024-01-04 18:00 - 19:00 | LEATHER & LGBTQ Cultural District
The Diversity & Membership Committee Meeting guides efforts to increase District membership with an emphasis on representing all members of our community.
First Thursdays at 6 pm PST
Join us on Zoom:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87865884248
3 Functions of this Committee:
1. Membership drive and process
2. Diversity part I- outreach to groups and gain attendance from all clubs and groups within our community
3. Diversity part II- ensure our committees are functioning from a viewpoint of diversity in their structure and event planning.
Hope you can join us!
