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Posted by loveofmystery On February - 16 - 2012



	Essence is a temple, for sensualists, tantrics, kinksters and sexual explorers. Saturday, March 3rd \| 10 pm – 3 am Pre-Party Workshop 9-10 (free with Essence admission) Party Navigation Tips for Newcomers at 10:15 OPENING RITUAL at 10:45 Dance, play, flirt, and explore in our sensual oasis. Try out tools from tantra, sex positive culture, and bdsm. Explore your own edges and roads to expansion. Each month we will bring you a fresh selection of teachers, leaders and practitioners to create the vibe and guide the exploration in 5 unique rooms: Dance, flirt and play in our Temple of Innocence Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in Chamber of Dark Arts Connect deeply and explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros Chill, chat and relax in the Sanctuary
	Dress to Express Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky. NO street clothes, sports wear or jeans. (You can wear street clothes in if you have something more yummy to change into)
	DETAILS We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Trans, Poly etc) and frequencies (Tantra, Dark Tantra/BDSM, Sacred Innocence, Irreverent Playfulness etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. The exact location and pre sale ticket link are given to members Cost: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Mission Control Allies: $25 Date: January 7th (The first Saturday of the month)
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am
	Food and Drink: If you desire, bring a healthy potluck item (or dessert) to share. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring some with you. 21 and over only We check I.D. Volunteer: Essence would not exist without our amazing team of volunteers. If you are interested in participating more deeply with the community, then please fill out this form
	PAL system: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your PAL for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple and you can even be a triad, but you and your PAL(s) are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about PALs

	Brought to you by Dr. Melanie “Venus” Rose, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Somatic Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence

Posted by loveofmystery On January - 19 - 2012



	Celebrate our One Year Anniversary of Conscious Play! Flirt, moan, speak your desires…communicate! Its time to pen those valentines, refine your sexy communication skills, and explore the myriad ways to express yourself this month at ESSENCE. Love & Communication Saturday, February 4th \| 10 pm – 3 am Pre-Party Workshop 9-10 Come Early! Pre-Party Workshop 9-10 (free with Essence admission) Erotic Poetry Writing with Karuna Kym Party Navigation Tips for Newcomers at 10:15 OPENING RITUAL at 10:45 Brian Baker Leading – Making Communication Sexy! Essence is a temple, for sensualists, tantrics, kinksters and sexual explorers. Dance, play, flirt, and explore in our sensual oasis. Try out tools from tantra, sex positive culture, and bdsm. Explore your own edges and roads to expansion. Dance, flirt and play in our Temple of Innocence *beats provided by DJ Chrysalis* Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem *guided by* Claudia, Tantric Priestess Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in Chamber of Dark Arts *guide by* Dominioness Kim, Shaman of the Senses Connect deeply and explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros with gatekeepers Open & Kalash Chill, chat and relax in the Sanctuary guided by Lair & Patricia, offering party navigation tips at 10:15
	Dress to Express Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky. NO street clothes, sports wear or jeans. (You can wear street clothes in if you have something more yummy to change into)
	DETAILS We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Trans, Poly etc) and frequencies (Tantra, Dark Tantra/BDSM, Sacred Innocence, Irreverent Playfulness etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. The exact location and pre sale ticket link are given to members Cost: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Mission Control Allies: $25 Date: January 7th (The first Saturday of the month)
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am
	Food and Drink: If you desire, bring a healthy potluck item (or dessert) to share. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring some with you. 21 and over only We check I.D. Volunteer: Essence would not exist without our amazing team of volunteers. If you are interested in participating more deeply with the community, then please fill out this form
	PAL system: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your PAL for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple and you can even be a triad, but you and your PAL(s) are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about PALs

	Brought to you by Dr. Melanie “Venus” Rose, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Somatic Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

new* Essence Pre-Party Playshop

Posted by loveofmystery On December - 17 - 2011


Essence Community Presents: Divining your Elemental Self: an enchanted ritual workshop Led by Brendan Random January 7, 2012 \| 9:00pm – 10:00pm, doors at 8:45pm Events at Mission Control are for members only \| Become a member, it’s free and instant Cost: Free with admission to Essence
Essence and Theater of The Sacred are summoning you to grow into the deeper, imaginal, fertile and sexy domain of your SELF-expression. From 9 to 10pm, before the party begins, please join director/educator Brendan Random for an earth-magic-ritual-theater workshop to Re-Divine your raw and sublime natural essence. Brendan will guide us in moving meditation and elemental trance practice. Once in a deeper state of receptivity, divine, archetypal personages will be introduced for the poetic mind to choose from and dive into. The final portion of the playshop will bring participants together to interact and prepare for further engagement throughout the evening. What happens when a creature of fire and a creature of water interact? They make steam and possibly more. Find out for yourself at the Essence Playshop and get warmed up for an amazing evening of connection and exploration.
~ Featuring~
Brendan Ramsden Brendan Ramsden is an actor, director, dancer and physical comedian specializing in movement-based awareness practices. Over the last twenty-one years, he has studied and performed with MPC Drama, Umo Ensemble, Julie Oak’s Moving Theater, Hiroko Tamano (Butoh), Nita Little’s Mind in Motion, Mir and a Company, The Labyrinth Project, Ana Halprin, ParaTheatrical ReSearch, Fu Fu Ha!, The Shamanic Cheerleaders, The Burly Sisters and Diego Pinon’s Butoh Mexicano. Brendan has been a member of The SF Bafoons, Clown Conspiracy, the Mystic Family Circus and Xeno in San Francisco. He is currently a professional character actor and variety performer with Earth Circus, Skyana Entertainment and Velocity Circus. He holds a BFA in visual and performing arts from the San Francisco Art Institute and is currently creating and leading movement-awareness-based workshops in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Private event. 21 and over with i.d. We don’t serve alcohol.

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Join Essence in 2012

Posted by loveofmystery On December - 16 - 2011



	New Year Resolutions: What better way to affirm your resolutions then charging them with the vibrant life force energy of spiraling kundalini power! Get pluck, resolve and purpose! Affirm your Resolutions at Essence. Keep in touch with the Essence community on Facebook and sign up to our mailing list for extra news, announcements and event invitations. ESSENCE New Years Resolutions Saturday, January 7th \| 10 pm – 3 am Come early! Preparty Workshop 9-10 (free with Essence admission) Divining your Elemental Self: an Enchanted Ritual Workshop led by Brendan Ramsden Party navigation tips for newcomers at 10:15 OPENING RITUAL at 10:45 Misha Palin of "What is Erotic" will lead an Orgasmic Ritual inviting your highest purpose for 2012!
	Dance, flirt and play in our Temple of Innocence		Beats provided by DJ Swami Bay Area’s own DJ Swami, known for his mastery of downtempo chill blended with erotic world beats and spiritual wisdom, will create a musical journey for us on Saturday night.
	Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in Chamber of Dark Arts *guided by* Dominioness Kim, Shaman of the Senses Connect deeply and explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros with gatekeepers Open & Kalash Chill, chat and relax in the Sanctuary **guided by Lair & Patricia, offering party navigation tips at 10:15**
	Dress to Express Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky. NO street clothes, sports wear or jeans. (You can wear street clothes in if you have something more yummy to change into)
	DETAILS We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Trans, Poly etc) and frequencies (Tantra, Dark Tantra/BDSM, Sacred Innocence, Irreverent Playfulness etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. The exact location and pre sale ticket link are given to members Cost: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Mission Control Allies: $25 Date: January 7th (The first Saturday of the month)
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am
	Food and Drink: If you desire, bring a healthy potluck item (or dessert) to share. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring some with you. 21 and over only We check I.D. Volunteer: Essence would not exist without our amazing team of volunteers. If you are interested in participating more deeply with the community, then please fill out this form
	PAL system: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your PAL for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple and you can even be a triad, but you and your PAL(s) are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about PALs

	Brought to you by Dr. Melanie "Venus" Rose, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Somatic Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence: Dance of Darkness & Light

Posted by loveofmystery On November - 11 - 2011

Join us in December for another Conscious Adventure into Embodied Sexuality. Essence explores the darkness & light of desire & emotion on December 3rd. Delve into shadow, navigate your edges, and shine your light on a delicious community of fellow explorers.
Essence is a temple, for sensualists, tantrics, kinksters and sexual explorers. Dance, play, flirt, and explore in our sensual oasis. Try out tools from tantra, sex positive culture, and bdsm. Explore your own edges and roads to expansion. Keep in touch with the Essence community on Facebook and sign up to our mailing list for extra news, announcements and event invitations

ESSENCE Saturday, December 3rd \| 10 pm – 3 am
Each month we will bring you a fresh selection of teachers, leaders and practitioners to create the vibe and guide the exploration in 5 unique rooms:
Dance, flirt & play in our Temple of Innocence Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem with Fred Burks and Kim, Shaman of the Senses Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in the Chamber of the Dark Arts with Luna and Brian O’Connell Connect deeply & explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros Chill, chat & relax in the Sanctuary with *Meriana Dinkova, MFT, Dating & Relationship Coach*

*Fred Burks*	*Brian O’Connell*	Meriana Dinkova
Dress to Express Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky. NO street clothes, sports wear or jeans. (You can wear street clothes in if you have something more yummy to change into)
All Are Welcomed We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Trans, Poly etc) and frequencies (Tantra, Dark Tantra/BDSM, Sacred Innocence, Irreverent Playfulness, etc)
Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. The exact location and pre sale ticket link are given to members Cost: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Mission Control Allies: $25 Date: December 3rd, (The first Saturday of the month)
Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am

Food and Drink: If you desire, bring a healthy potluck item (or dessert) to share. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring some with you. 21 and over only
We check I.D. Volunteer: Essence would not exist without our amazing team of volunteers. If you are interested in participating more deeply with the community, then please fill out this form
PAL system: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your PAL for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple and you can even be a triad, but you and your PAL(s) are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about PALs

Brought to you by Dr. Melanie “Venus” Rose, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Somatic Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence: The Elements

Posted by loveofmystery On October - 16 - 2011

	Join us in November for another Conscious Adventure into Embodied Sexuality Essence calls in the magic of the season by invoking the elements: Air, Earth, Fire and Water. All acts of Love and Pleasure are our rituals on this night between the worlds. Find out How Sex Magic can enhance your life. Bring items for our Ancestor altar to honor our sexual pioneers and freedom fighters. Explore your edges, deepen your connections. Find your Essence. Keep in touch with the Essence community on Facebook and sign up to our mailing list for extra news, announcements and event invitations

	ESSENCE November theme: The Elements Saturday, November 5th \| 10 pm – 3 am DJ Adama Come early! Party navigation tips for newcomers at 10:15 pm. OPENING RITUAL at 10:30 pm, partake in aphrodisiacs and invoke the spirits of our sexual freedom fighters to inspire us and whet our appetites. Dance, flirt & play in our Temple of Innocence Beats provided by DJ Adama (David Dell) AIR Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Temple guided by Kim, Shaman of the Senses WATER Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in the Chamber of the Dark Arts guided by Daka Diego & Marie Bringing a variety of toys including a Sybian and Violet Wand for orgasmic and tingly delight. EARTH Connect deeply & explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros FIRE Chill, chat & relax in the Sanctuary guided by Lair SPIRIT
	Dress to Express Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky. NO street clothes, sports wear or jeans. (You can wear street clothes in if you have something more yummy to change into)
	DETAILS We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Trans, Poly etc) and frequencies (Tantra, Dark Tantra/BDSM, Sacred Innocence, Irreverent Playfulness etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. The exact location and pre sale ticket link are given to members Cost: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Mission Control Allies: $25 Date: November 5th, (The first Saturday of the month)
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am
	Food and Drink: If you desire, bring a healthy potluck item (or dessert) to share. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring some with you. 21 and over only We check I.D. Volunteer: Essence would not exist without our amazing team of volunteers. If you are interested in participating more deeply with the community, then please fill out this form
	PAL system: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your PAL for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple and you can even be a triad, but you and your PAL(s) are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about PALs

	Brought to you by Dr. Melanie "Venus" Rose, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Somatic Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence

Posted by loveofmystery On September - 6 - 2011

	Join us in October for another Conscious Adventure into Embodied Sexuality. Essence is a temple, for sensualists, tantrics, kinksters and sexual explorers. Dance, play, flirt, and explore in our sensual oasis. Try out tools from tantra, sex positive culture, and bdsm. Explore your own edges and roads to expansion. Keep in touch with the Essence community on Facebook and sign up to our mailing list for extra news, announcements and event invitations

	Essence October’s theme: Harvest Gratitude Saturday, October 1st \| 10 pm – 3 am DJ BombGoddess Guest Guides: Lindy James, LiOr Jacob, Flora Flower Lover Each month we will bring you a fresh selection of teachers, leaders and practitioners to create the vibe and guide the exploration in 5 unique rooms.

	Dance, flirt and play in our Temple of Innocence Beats provided by DJ Bombgoddess	Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem guided by Lindy James, Intimacy Coach	Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in the Chamber of the Dark Arts guided by D. Kim, Shaman of the Senses

	Chill, chat and relax in the Sanctuary *with Flora Flower Lover*		Connect deeply and explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros with LiOr Jacob, Passion Man
	We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Poly etc) and frequencies (Dark Tantra/ BDSM, Sacred Innocence, irreverent playfulness etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. Cost for members: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Allies: $25
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am Dress to Express: Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky, NO plain clothes, street clothes, jeans, hoodies, t-shirts, sneakers.
	Private event. 21 and over only. We check I.D. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcomed to bring some with you. Food: If you desire bring a healthy potluck (or dessert) item to share. Volunteers: Essence would not exist without it’s amazing team of volunteers. If you would like to participate more deeply with the community please fill out this form.
	Note: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your P.A.L. for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple, but you and your pal are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about P.A.L.s

	Essence is brought to you by Dr. Melanie “Venus” Rose Clinical Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence: Join us August 6th

Posted by loveofmystery On June - 23 - 2011

	Join us in August for another Conscious Adventure into Embodied Sexuality (Essence is taking July and September off for 4th of July & Burning Man) Essence is a temple, for sensualists, tantrics, kinksters and sexual explorers. Dance, play, flirt, and explore in our sensual oasis. Try out tools from tantra, sex positive culture, and bdsm. Explore your own edges and roads to expansion. Keep in touch with the Essence community on Facebook and sign up to our mailing list for extra news, announcements and event invitations

	ESSENCE August’s theme: Connect the Chakras Saturday, August 6th \| 10 pm – 3 am Each month we will bring you a fresh selection of teachers, leaders and practitioners to create the vibe and guide the exploration in 5 unique rooms: Dance, flirt & play in our Temple of Innocence Beats provided by DJ Ron Tofanelli Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem guided by Evalena Rose, Tantric Educator Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in the Chamber of the Dark Arts guided by D. Kim, Shaman of the Senses Connect deeply & explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros Chill, chat & relax in the Sanctuary
	Dress to Express Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk PajamasExotic, Kinky. NO street clothes, sports wear or jeans. (You can wear street clothes in if you have something more yummy to change into)
	All Are Welcomed We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Trans, Poly etc) and frequencies (Tantra, Dark Tantra/BDSM, Sacred Innocence, Irreverent Playfulness, etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. The exact location and pre sale ticket link are given to members Cost: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Mission Control Allies: $25 Date: August 6th, (The first Saturday of the month)
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am
	Food and Drink: If you desire, bring a healthy potluck item (or dessert) to share. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcome to bring some with you. 21 and over only We check I.D. Volunteer: Essence would not exist without our amazing team of volunteers. If you are interested in participating more deeply with the community, then please fill out this form
	PAL system: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your PAL for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple and you can even be a triad, but you and your PAL(s) are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about PALs

	Brought to you by Dr. Melanie "Venus" Rose, Sex & Intimacy Coach, Somatic Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence: The Breath

Posted by Gravity On May - 19 - 2011


	Essence is a temple, for sensualists, kinksters and sexual explorers. Dance, play, flirt, and explore in our sensual oasis. Try out tools from tantra, sex positive culture, and BDSM. Define your own edges and roads to expansion.
	Keep in touch with the Essence community on Facebook and sign up for the mailing list for extra news, annoucements and event invatations.
	Essence Saturday, June 4 \| 10 pm – 3 am DJ Bombgoddess Guest Guides: Lyn Hunstad, Claire Noelle, LiOr Jacob, Deborah Take it in. Pull it down into your belly. Take it deeper into your sex. Inhale deeply and feel what it’s like to be a Fully Sensual Being. BREATHE. Each month we will bring you a fresh selection of teachers, leaders and practitioners to create the vibe and guide the exploration- this month’s theme is THE BREATH:

	Dance, flirt and play in our Temple of Innocence Beats provided by DJ Bombgoddess	Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem with Lyn Hunstad	Explore the realm of power, surrender, & intensity in the Chamber of the Dark Arts with Claire Noelle, *Intimacy Coach and* *Tantric Dom*
		Connect deply and explore sacred sex in the Temple of Deep Eros with LiOr Jacob, Passion Man & Debroah, Energy Healer
	We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Poly etc) and frequencies (Dark Tantra/ BDSM, Sacred Innocence, irreverent playfulness etc)
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. Cost for members: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Allies: $25
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30am. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30am Dress to Express: Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky, NO plain clothes, street clothes, jeans, hoodies, t-shirts, sneakers.
	Private event. 21 and over only. We check I.D. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcomed to bring some with you. Food: If you desire bring a healthy potluck (or dessert) item to share. Volunteers: Essence would not exist without it’s amazing team of volunteers. If you would like to participate more deeply with the community please fill out this form.
	Note: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your P.A.L. for the evening. You don’t have to be a couple, but you and your pal are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about P.A.L.s

	Essence is brought to you by Dr. Melanie “Venus” Rose Clinical Sexologist and Sexual Adventurer

Essence: On Fire

Posted by Gravity On April - 18 - 2011


	ESSENCE is having monthly themes to inspire you and ignite you. ESSENCE is the newest, juiciest, conscious Eros play space May’s Theme: On Fire

	Essence is not just any sexy party. Essence is a temple, a transformational pathway, an inclusive community of sex positive SF from beginners to experts, a place that has a sacred space for dancers, chatters, sensualists, kinksters, and sexual explorers. Each person gets to define their own edges and the pacing to expand them.

	Essence Saturday, May 7 \| 10 pm – 3 am Essence is an ecstatic adventure into conscious sexuality. Each area of our playground is attuned to a different frequency of Ecstasis with: ~Interactive Altars~ ~Gorgeously Adorned Shamans, Priest/esses, and Temple Keepers Guiding the Journeys~ ~Tuning your erotic engine through sensual transmissions, activations, and recalibration~ Dance, flirt and play in our Temple of Innocence Have your senses ignited & your body adored in Aphrodite’s Harem Immerse yourself in rich intimacy in the Temple of Deep Eros Explore the realm of power, surrender, and intensity in the Chamber of the Dark Arts This is your invitation to the heart, soul, and spirit of eros. An invitation to come to a temple that is in support of the authentic flow of the life-force energy that is eros. Where in a non woo-woo, fun and juicy way, you can learn some new things and be in a field of sensual energetics with a community that is dedicated to sex-positive exploration on all levels of experience. We welcome all sexual orientations (Queer, Straight, Bi, Poly etc) and frequencies (Dark Tantra/ BDSM, Sacred Innocence, irreverent playfulness etc) Add your energy, desire, and presence to this bourgeoning community of intentional-pleasure players!
	Mission Control events are for members only. Become a member, it’s free and instant. Cost for members: $35 at the door \| $30 prepay \| Cost for Allies: $25
	Arrival: Arrival time is between 10pm and 12:30pm. At that time, we will close the door. Strictly no arrivals after 12:30pm Dresscode: Erotic, Sensual, Inspiring, Embodied, Priest/ess Robes, Silk Pajamas, Exotic, Kinky, NO plain clothes, street clothes, jeans, hoodies, t-shirts, sneakers.
	Private event. 21 and over only. We check I.D. We don’t serve alcohol but you are welcomed to bring some with you.
	Note: To attend this event, you must arrive and leave with a responsible partner, your P.A.L. for the eventing. You don’t have to be a couple, but you and your pal are responsible for each other during the party. Check HERE for more about P.A.L.s
	Essence occurs on the 1st Saturday of each month. The next Essence is June 4. Essence is sponsored by Hidden Mysteries, Club Mystique, The Temple of Ishtar, The Sacred Courtesan School, and the Temple of Sword and Flame