LEATHER COCKTAILS A celebration of Leather Pride

followed by

LEATHERSIR/LEATHERBOY PRIDE NIGHT Black Eagle patio party

Please join us for Leather Cocktails, an official tribute reception in honour of International LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo and International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill as they start to wind down their title year — and help us kick off Pride season with a celebration of Leather Pride!

Leather Cocktails will be held 7pm-10pm, Saturday, June 19, 2010 at Lo’la Martini’s, 7 Maitland St (between Church & Yonge).

Followed by LeatherSIR/Leatherboy Pride Night at Black Eagle Toronto (457 Church St.). Join us 10:30pm-close at the “Dirty Bird.” Dress code patio section! Cigars available at bar!

Saturday, June 19, 2010
7pm-10pm
lo’la Martini’s, 7 Maitland St
(between Church & Yonge)

Free Admission ~ Cash bar

FOLLOWED BY

LeatherSIR/Leatherboy Pride Night
10:30pm-close
Black Eagle Toronto, 457 Church St
(Church & Maitland)
Dress code patio section!
Cigars available at bar!

Check out the photos!

(Toronto) — LeatherSIR/Leatherboy folks are busy getting ready for “ONE MUTHER OF A WEEKEND” that will take place Friday, May 7, 2010 through Sunday, May 9, 2010 featuring a series of events that will take place at three different venues.

The weekend will kick off with an ASS PLAY DEMO by International LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo at the Black Eagle Toronto (457 Church St) on Friday, May 7 at 11:30pm. Over the past year, Sir Tony’s monthly demonstrations have been informative, fun and help create a players’ atmosphere at ‘the dirty bird.’

On Saturday, May 8, 2010, Sir Tony will present a URETHRAL PLAY WORKSHOP from 1pm-4pm at the Black Eagle Toronto. The workshop is $15 and includes two non-alcoholic drink tickets and a 10% discount coupon for Priape (501 Church St). Advance registration not required; just show up at the bar. For more information on the workshop, email ILS2009@leatherSIR.com.

Then it’s time to pay tribute to the ‘Very Important Boys’ of the Toronto leather community. On Saturday evening, Steamworks presents “WHERE THE BOYS ARE: A V.I.B. COCKNTAIL RECEPTION” hosted by International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill. In typical boy spirit and adventure, the LeatherSIR/Leatherboy family will be invading a brand new bar, for that venue’s first ever leather event! WHERE THE BOYS ARE will take place 7pm-10pm on Saturday, May 8, at Lo’la Martini’s, 7 Maitland St (between Church & Yonge). Admission is free. There will be a cash bar. Join the boys of the Toronto leather community — and the Sirs, Daddies and LeatherDykes that love them! — in this special celebration. There’ll be socializing, boy banter, surprises and prizes!

On Sunday afternoon, Steamworks presents “ALL ABOUT BALLS: A SPECTACULAR TESTICULAR EDITION OF ROUGH HOUSE” hosted by International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill. This dungeon-cum-house-party is a player’s social with play! All About Balls will take place 1pm-5pm on Sunday, May 9, 2010 Goodhandy’s at (120 Church St @ Richmond). Admission is $10, with all proceeds to the international travel fund for ILSb. Rough House events are a relaxed no-attitude environment, where newcomers to the leather scene can mix, mingle and play, just watch or even take part in the demos led by members of the international and local leather community. All About Balls will feature: Percussion Play & CBT with Matthew Pavelich (MLT 2008) & boy Anthoney Perkins (Mid-Atlantic Leatherboy 2010); Vacuum Pumping with Pumper Pete; Balls Antics with Master C & Master C’s slave iain; Saline with International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill; and CBT with Dan Madden. Other special guests on hand for the event will be: International LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo, Eastern Canada LeatherSIR 2010 Sir Marc Poisson, and Eastern Canada Leatherboy 2010 boy ian. Event host Brad Hill will also debut a new and very ballsy game with surprises and prizes!

‘IT’S ALWAYS AN AFTER PARTY’ at Steamworks (540 Church St). Be sure to visit the Official Bathhouse of Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy over the weekend. Drop by after the Ass Play Demo on Friday night or following the Where The Boys Are reception on Saturday night; or any time!

Steamworks (http://www.steamworksonline.com) is the Presenting Sponsor of Where The Boys Are and All About Balls. Other sponsors of the events include Cruiseline (http://www.cruiseline.ca), Elbow Grease (http://www.elbowgreaselubricants.com) and Goodhandy’s (http://www.goodhandys.com). Watch for chances to win great prizes from these sponsors at the events!

Since 2005, Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest weekend and Rough House have been produced by Brandon Matheson and Dan Falkenham.

It’s been quite a year for Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy. The contest has been growing and in San Francisco in October the Eastern Canada regional titleholders claimed the International LeatherSIR and International Leatherboy titles; a first for Canadians and the first time the two titles have be won outside the United States. Sir Dart, of Dart’s Domain, sat down with regional producers Brandon Matheson and Dan Falkenham, and International LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo and International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill for a wide-ranging conversation about the history and direction of the players titles, and their anecdotes and observations about the leather community.

Sir Dart’s podcast can be found in Apple’s iTunes, at: http://itunes.apple.com/podcast/darts-domain/id298894809

• Master Mike Zuhl – Creator of the International LeatherSIR / Leatherboy / Community Bootblack titles
• Sir Raul Mendez – International LeatherSIR 2008
• Sir Jack Pearce – International Community Bootblack 2008
• Jack Fritcsher – Writer, author and original publisher of Drummer Magazine
• Stephen Palaschak – Southwest Leatherboy 2008
• Woody Bebout – International Drummer 1991
• McG – International Mr Bootblack 2009
• Allena Gaboosh – Executive Director of Wet Spot (Seattle WA)
• Audrey Joseph – Former Contest Director of the International Drummer Contests (1989 -2000)

Master Konrad brings many years of experience and community involvement to the organization including; Former Executive Director – MAsT, Judge at numerous events including South Plains Leatherfest, Great Plains Olympus, Beyond Leather, Florida Fetish and Presented at various events including; Leather Leadership Conference, Folsom Fringe, SPLF, ILSb, Thunder in the Mountains, Southwest Leather Conference, Southeast Leatherfest, Beyond Leather, Tribal Fire, Rio Grande Leather, Florida Fetish, Kinky College, Sinsations, San Diego Leather and Sagacity.

Master Konrad runs a law office in the American SW, his practice centers on large case criminal defense and litigation where he has successfully represented clients charged with everything from low level misdemeanors to murder cases and litigated against some of the largest business entities in the country. He has been an advocate for sexual expression and sex industry workers and has represented commercial dungeons, massage and out call services and sex/social clubs, and clients in thousands of sex related cases.

The goal of ILSb/ICBB is to produce an event and Titleholders who cater to and support the heavy players in the Men’s Leather community. Along with Executive Producer Mark Frazier, Executive Co-Producers; Randal Kinnear, Master Olivier Pratt, Bill Hoeppner, Sir Jack Pearce and Sir Don, Master Konrad makes an excellent addition to a strong cohesive production team.

International LeatherSIR, Leatherboy and Community Bootblack are produced annually in San Francisco, California, carrying on with the long traditions of Drummer. ILSb/ICBB encourages each Leather person to march to the beat of their own drum, celebrating their Play, Sexuality and Community involvement.

This year’s event will be held in San Francisco, CA during Dore Alley, July 22-25th, 2010. For all event details, visit www.LeatherSir.com – Our host hotel is once again, the historic Hotel Whitcomb, located mere minutes from the historic “Miracle Mile” and all the action. There are limited rooms available, so register early.

Photo: Irrational Machine

(Toronto) – The Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy 2010 contest was held Saturday, February 13 in Toronto, Canada. Sir Marc Poisson, of Toronto, Ontario and boy ian, of Hamilton, Ontario claimed the regional titles, competing on stage in leather image, leather-sex fantasy scene, and physique/jockstrap segments. Presenting Sponsor for the weekend was Steamworks, the official bathhouse for ECLSb.

LeatherSIR/Leatherboy are erotic titles representing the sexual side of gay leather men. The primary goal of ECLSb is networking and outreach, to help educate the community about leathermen, their erotic expression, traditions and history and, of course, BDSM and hot leather sex! The contest is open to gay leathermen from Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada.

The Saturday afternoon contest was held at Goodhandy’s. Renowned leather emcee Tom Stice, of Chicago, returned for his fifth year as contest host. With only one contestant in each of the Sir and boy title contests, Sir Marc and boy ian had to complete all contest segments and achieve a minimum of 70% of the total score to be awarded the titles.

Photo: Irrational Machine

Judges for the contest were: International LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo, from Toronto, who served as head judge; International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill, from Toronto; International Community Bootblack 2009 Syr Evan, from Dallas; boy Alex Dunlop, Bootblack Toronto 2006 and recipient of the ICBB 2006 Community Choice Award, from Toronto; and, Matthew Pavelich, Mr. Leatherman Toronto 2008 and Tally Master for ECLSb 2005-2007, also from Toronto. The Tally Master was Master C’s slave Dan, of Toronto. Judge’s boy was Master C’s slave Iain, of Toronto.

This year’s contest theme was “Cyber.” Contestants had to incorporate the theme into their fantasy scene performed on stage during the contest. The theme permitted contestants to include a wide range of play skills, as long as the scene somehow involved the internet or computers. The fantasy portion is what sets the ECLSb contest apart from many other contests styled after the International Mr. Leather and Mid-Atlantic Leather formats.

Photo: Irrational Machine

The contest was the official step-down of Eastern Canada LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo and Eastern Canada Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill. Sir Tony and boy Brad went on to claim the international titles in San Francisco in October 2009 and will continue their international title year until the end of July.

During the contest, ECLSb Community Builder Awards were presented to three individuals in recognition of their outstanding volunteer commitment to the leather community. Awards were presented to boy Alex Dunlop, Gloria McIsaac and Iain Bennett, all of Toronto.

ECLSb weekend started with a Meet & Greet at Black Eagle Toronto where contestants, judges and weekend attendees mingled with members of Spearhead celebrating the kick-off party for Fantasy Ball. A special late-night raunchy leather party took place on Saturday night at Steamworks. The club cranked up the atmosphere of fetish play, including a dedicated watersports area, to attract more hardcore players and the men that love them, and featured DJ Frank Wild (Pig Party, Folsom Europe, Berlin). Saturday night survivors showered off in time to continue the celebration at Mr. Leatherman Toronto’s monthly leather brunch at The Churchmouse & Firkin. The official ECLSb Victory Party was held Sunday night at the annual Spearhead Fantasy Ball at the historic Court House in downtown Toronto, featuring DJ Frank Wild.

Photo: Irrational Machine

Sir Marc and boy ian will advance to compete at the International LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest weekend, which will take place Thursday, July 22 through Sunday, July 25 in San Francisco, coinciding with the Dore Alley leather street fair. (See www.LeatherSIR.com for more information.)

Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2010 was Steamworks (www.steamworksonline.com). Major sponsors were Priape (www.priape.com) and Cruiseline (www.cruiseline.ca). ECLSb patches presented on stage at the contest were produced and sponsored by LeatherMasters (www.leathermasters.com) in Dallas, Texas. Community Partners were Black Eagle Toronto (www.blackeagletoronto.com), Goodhandy’s (www.goodhandys.com), Spearhead LDSC (www.spearheadtoronto.com) and Churchmouse & Firkin (churchmouse.firkinpubs.com).

Since 2005, Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (EC LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (EC Leatherboy 2004). For more information on ECLSb, visit www.LeatherSirCanada.com or email Brandon@LeatherSirCanada.com.

Members of the judging panel will be: International LeatherSIR 2009 Tony Palazzo, from Toronto, who will serve as head judge; International Leatherboy 2009 Brad Hill, from Toronto; International Community Bootblack 2009 Syr Evan, from Dallas; boy Alex Dunlop, Bootblack Toronto 2006 and recipient of the International Community Bootblack 2006 Community Choice Award, from Toronto; and, Matthew Pavelich, Mr Leatherman Toronto 2008 and Tally Master for ECLSb 2005-2007, also from Toronto.

Tally Master for ECLSb 2010 will be Master C’s slave Dan, of Toronto. Judge’s boy will be Master C’s slave Iain, of Toronto. The ECLSb contest emcee will be Tom Stice, International slave 1995 and Southeast Mr. Drummer 1998.

The Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest is open to leathermen and leatherboys from Ontario, Quebec and Atlantic Canada. Contestant registration is now open. Registration forms are available for download at www.LeatherSirCanada.com. Email contestinfo@LeatherSirCanada.com for more information.

The weekend will begin with the official MEAT & GREET at Black Eagle Toronto (10pm. Fri, Feb 12. 457 Church St). Meet and mingle with contestants, judges, out of town guests and visitors, as well as members of Spearhead celebrating the kick-off for Fantasy Ball.

The weekend’s main event is the EASTERN CANADA LEATHERSIR/LEATHERBOY 2010 CONTEST, which will take place Saturday afternoon at Goodhandy’s (Doors 1pm; contest 2pm. Sat, Feb 13. 120 Church St, at Richmond). Admission $10; proceeds to ECLSb travel fund. Contestants will be judged in four categories: Interview; Introduction/Image; Physique/Jockstrap; and Leather Sex Fantasy based on the region’s assigned theme. The interview is a private meeting prior to the contest with the panel of judges; other categories take place on stage during the contest.

The 2010 contest theme will be “Cyber.” Contestants must incorporate this theme into their fantasy scene. The theme can include a wide range of play skills, however, the fantasy must involve the internet, computers, etc. The fantasy portion is what sets the ECLSb contest apart from many other contests styled after the International Mr. Leather and Mid-Atlantic Leather formats.

The contest will also include the presentation of the ECLSb COMMUNITY BUILDER AWARD. Awards are presented to individuals in recognition of their outstanding volunteer commitment to region’s leather community. Past recipients of the ECLSb Community Builder Award include Ian ‘Black’ Turner, ‘Master R’ Robert Rochon, David Adkin and Dan Madden.

The weekend event with the most sex and sweat will be SQUEAL 2, the official ECLSb weekend sex party at Steamworks (10pm. Sat, Feb 13. 540 Church St, Level 2). SQUEAL 2 is the sequel to last year’s raunchy leather party. Regular club admission fees & rules apply.

Saturday night survivors will be up in time for the butchest brunch in town. Join the new ECLSb titleholders at a special Valentine’s Day edition of Mr Leatherman Toronto’s LEATHER BRUNCH at the Churchmouse & Firkin (11am-2pm. Sun, Feb 14. Upstairs, 475 Church St). Hosted by the MLT 2010 title team: Mr Leatherman Toronto David Ivey, Mr Leather Fellowship Devon Thompson and Bootblack Toronto Bootboy Digger.

The official ECLSb VICTORY PARTY will be Spearhead’s FANTASY BALL, one of Toronto’s must-attend leather events, featuring DJ Frank Wild of the Pig Party (Folsom Europe) in Berlin, and Steamworks Berkeley (9pm. Sun, Feb 14. The Court House, 57 Adelaide St East). Tickets $25 advance (Priape & Northbound); $35 door. Info: www.spearheadtoronto.com

The winners of Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy will advance to compete at the International LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest weekend, which will take place Thursday, July 22 through Sunday, July 25 in San Francisco, coinciding with the Dore Alley leather street fair.

Presenting Sponsor of ECLSb 2010 is Steamworks (http://www.steamworksonline.com ).

Major sponsors include Priape (http://www.priape.com ) and Cruiseline (http://www.cruiseline.ca ).

Community Partners include Black Eagle Toronto, Goodhandy’s, Spearhead LDSC, Churchmouse & Firkin, and Leather Masters.

Since 2005, Eastern Canada LeatherSIR/Leatherboy contest weekend has been produced by Brandon Matheson (EC LeatherSIR 2004) and Dan Falkenham (EC Leatherboy 2004).