7/25/2009

TOPSPACE!

We have a new discussion and support group getting started for the "top" side of the power exchange.

WHEN: First Tuesday of every month. 7-9 pm.

WHERE: EDGES in the South Bay. COST: $5 donation requested. No one turned away.

CONTACT: topspace@edges.biz for information.

Southern Cross invites all Dominants, Mistresses, Masters, Switches in Top mode, Sirs, and Tops (or the equivalent) to our new monthly discussion group at Edges. Whether you’re new to the scene, very experienced, or somewhere in between, please come and share a seat on the couch and discuss your current successes, challenges, and stories in a relaxed, non-judgmental, safe space. All genders and sexual orientations invited. Help create a supportive community for those of us who lead our relationships.

6/03/2009

Flea Market musings

So it turned out everyone was zonked, late, or life interviened, so there were just 2 of us making the rounds...
But OMG what fun.

The freshest fruits around for breakfast while watching the proprietors toss watermelons to each other passing them up to the front for sale.

And the covered walkways of the produce area.

We had to wonder just what prompts someone to sell lots of cooking supplies, woks, BBQ's and...tennis shoes?

These we decided were PERFECT as flogger holders. The woman running the shop overheard us and did not agree... giggle.

THIS was one of the serious stops on the mornings sales calls. YUM!

And OH HEAVENS what GREAT BOOTS!!!!!

Now, the short story is... Ministers with free Bibles. The longer story is, 2 pervs trying to stop each other from walking up and starting one hell of a strange conversation. It would have been unkind however:)

During out morning meanderings, we saw a LOT of tacky clothes. Clothing so small only children could wear it being sold for adults. Clothing with awful cheap glitter on it, bedazzled asses on pants, see through blouses for vanillas, bad corsets, cheap underwear... and this thing- which we immediately thought:

BURLESQUE STRIPPERS!!!!

There is nothing like a field trip with the pervy folks when we can speak freely, laugh loudly, and be who we are without fear. Come join us sometime!

5/30/2009

Field Trip!

Another kinky perv field trip is set for SUNDAY MORNING MAY 31st.
Miss Courtney wants to hit the FLEA MARKET,

http://farm1.static.flickr.com/51/115629265_b4413c64ee.jpg

and we thought, "what better place to take the pervs in their collars and leashes.... It's a place where you sell stolen guns and buy fake ID's, where most of the folks are illegal aliens, where the merchandise is often 'hot', and if you don't buy it in the morning, the veggies are.... gross.
No one will CARE about a bunch of adults walking their pets!".
Soooooo...
Get there to park early-

San Jose Flea Market

www.sjfm.com

1590 Berryessa Road
San Jose, CA 95133
(408) 453-1110
Get directions
we meet at the front gates at 9AM, cell phone contacts allowed, to wander the flea and be gone before it gets hot.
Or the other patrons get freaked.

5/29/2009

For all of us...

5/23/2009

Gay Rights NOW

4/05/2009

http://www.chicagotribune.com/media/photo/2009-03/45709157.jpg

4/02/2009

Flogging with Treasure! April 7th Edges, Santa Clara, Ca.

In times of crisis, we look to a leader.

Join us!

April 7th, Tuesday 7-9:30:

Southern Cross Class- Flogging with Treasure.

This 2.5 hour class is full of tips and tricks, techniques and advice on the art and fun of flogging for both beginners and the advanced user. A synthesis of Treasure's renown 7 hour 2 part Flogging class, he will show you how to evaluate a good flogger, the ways to use them, and care of them along with having some fun WITH THEM. Doors open at 6:30, class will start PROMPTLY ON TIME so please arrive with a few moments to spare for check in. Bring your floggers and be prepared to use them! Attending solo is fine- we will match up folks for practice. EDGES, no RSVP needed, Arrive at the door before 7 to enjoy this class.

Treasure is one of the cornerstones of BDSM in the South Bay and founder of the original smOdyssey, The Dungeon Monitors Association, and the creative genius that started Folsom Fringe. He is a national presenter on many issues as well as flogging and works diligently for kink-awareness and legal rights on his own and through his work with the NCSF. Having taken a year off from teaching, Treasure and slave meta travel across the USA as educators in a variety of roles. His flogging class is one of the highlights of education and a must see for those who love the feel of the falls in the air on both ends of the exchange. He has a bigger flogger than you do.

4/01/2009

Mens Group Monthly Meeting

Sunday April 19 - Men’s 3rd Sunday at Edges

You are invited to join this month’s activities in a new tradition of male bonding at Edges Dungeon in Santa Clara, located near San Jose Airport.

Every month, on the 3rd Sunday, from 1 pm until 4 pm, we provide a safe environment where guys with many different fetish and kink interests can meet and socialize with guys who possess the same. We think of the Men’s 3rd Sundays as an ideal forum that provides fresh options for Old Guard, New Guard, Leather, Rubber, Latex, Uniforms, Pups, Fisters, Furries and all other fetishists and explorers who need a regular place to call home.

For April, there will be an open play party in the dungeon from 1:00 until 4:00.

There will also be a Rope Bondage demonstration.

A skilled bootblack will be on hand to give your boots the care they deserve.

So, come to play, explore, meet men, and have a good time!

Suggested look is Leather, Uniform, Rubber, Latex, Kink, Fetish, Denim, Jock, Casual, or whatever gear gets you excited! Bring along your bag of gear…

The suggested contribution at the door is $5.00. An Edges release form must be on file for each guest attending. If you are not an Edges member, or have not previously completed the release, one must be completed for entry. No alcohol or drugs are permitted.

The April Date is Sunday, April 19, 2009 from 1-4 pm.

As always, join us for the Beer Bust after the Men’s 3rd Sunday Activities and Play Party at RENEGADES BAR, 501 W Taylor St (at Coleman) in San Jose.

www.renegadesbar.com

For location & details on the Men's 3rd Sunday Activities at Edges contact:

Miss Ali at Events@Edges.biz
Ken at sjleather@sbcglobal.net
Bob at bobm9@hotmail.com

This event is being facilitated by The Brotherhood San Jose, but is OPEN
to all self-identified males. Men of all ages and skill levels are welcome.

http://www.thebrotherhoodsj.com/

We look forward to seeing you there!

3/07/2009

Encyclopedia for SX

SX has finally been added to the world of knowledge about things that exist on our planet!

Check out the Southern Cross Page today!

3/03/2009

National Convention Coming in August

Ladies and Gentlemen, set your calendars for a whole new kinda convention!

AUGUST 21-23, 2009

EDGES, Santa Clara, California
What is Efest West?

Efest is an enema-centric event where people can meet others with similar interests to socilize, learn and play. It is a fun filled weekend full of discussions, socials, parties, classes and other medical fetish demonstrations.

The E-fest schedule includes play parties on Friday and Saturday nights, Thursday meet & greet, and classes Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Early registration includes discounted prices at:

http://www.efestwest.com/efest1.html

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Presenters include Southern Cross's BEAUTY and shadow .
Together, they present "Give the Little Lady a Hand", the fine art of vaginal fisting for men and women. The class with live demonstration and question/answer period, will give information on health, medical supplies, attitudes, advice, and general anatomy while offering a frank and informative look at how to insert or accept a fist and then offer pleasure to the other partner. There will not be snackies.

2/26/2009

Mail Order from SX Friends!

The New Orleans Leather Company Website has been completely revamped
with hundreds of new products including a complete line of women's
clothing.

We believe our prices are the best. If you can find a product that we
have on our website cheaper than we are selling it then contact Master
Sade at MsterSade@aol.com and we will arrange to get it for you for
the same price - taxes and shipping extra of course.

We want to sell quality products at reasonable prices to the Leather
Community.

Check us out - http://www.neworleansleathercompany.com

If whishes were horses.....

British signs are soooo much better than ours... thank you Msbehavouyer

2/18/2009

Southern Cross Presents, Whip Clinic by Draco

Please join us for the first of our Southern Cross educational events in 2009!!!

What:

Southern Cross: Whip Clinic

When:

March 16, 2009 7:00pm to 9:30pm

Who:

Southern Cross, presented by Draco

Cost:

$10 with Edges card / $20 for guest

Where:

Edges

RSVP Email:

Please RSVP to events@edges.biz, RSVP requested but not required

Participant Restrictions:

Edges members and guests only

Description:

This is a hands on clinic designed to teach beginning and some more advanced whip skills. At the class Draco will show you how to make a cheap and effective practice target that can be used with any whip style and any length whip. The class
will cover what to look for in a whip, as well as briefly touch on the various whip styles. The class will also cover whip care and how to break a new whip in.
The class will also be covering usage of multiple whips (two at a time), in both Florentine and Western styles of
throwing. Draco will have a few extra whips with him but he encourages you to bring your own.
Multiple targets will be setup so that everyone can practice together.

Presenter Bio:

Draco has been in the lifestyle off and on since he was 19. He returned full time to the community about three years ago. He is originally from Denver but moved to the Bay area 9 months ago to live full time with his submissive. He has a special passion for single tails. He enjoys sharing his love of the whip with others in the lifestyle.

12/19/2008

MUNCH Field Trip!!!!

Tonight's munch was GREAT- Christmas treats all around:

trollup in an Elmer Fudd Voice) "Shhh! We're hunting twue slaves!"

"We meet at the turd!"

We need a Raincoat Advent Calendar- 25 days of plastic windows to open!

"The frog is not into bestiality- she doesn't do humans".

What do you do to keep from having your kink partner stolen?
"Give 'em a Blow-Jack".

"The minute the dog leaves you're in trouble".

(Concerning Prop 6 in '78 and Prop 8 now) "Remember, our constitution is written in pencil."

Does your dessert need a panty liner?

The people who stole the travelling nome and then brought him back wanted to be a-nome-amus.

Great scene name? "Sister Mary Helen Stopthat"

NEXT WEEK DEC. 26th:

We meet at the "Giant Turd" at the park downtown-

We are going to do Christmas in the Park!

If you are lost, aim for the big turd statue at the far south end of the park (farthest from the Fairmont Hotel) at 6PM.

Our room is rented for a private Holiday party.

12/13/2008

Merry Christmas From Southern Cross!

This wonderful ditty and many more from

Oh no!!!! Iron Man parody!!

Leather Christmas :

12/10/2008

EDGES' NEW YEAR'S "ROCKY HORROR" SHOWDOWN!

IN A NUTSHELL:

For Whom?: Anyone who wants to "Rock" on New Year's Eve

What's Going Down?: A live "Rocky Horror" Show and a Rockin' New
Year's Kink-fest!

When Is It?: Wednesday, December 31st, 2008
SHOW @ 7:00 PM
PARTY @ 9:00 PM until We Drop
(Doors will close at 11:00 PM)

Where Do I Go?: Edges Club, Santa Clara, CA

What Is The Cost?: $45 for Edges Members / $50 for their Guests
Be on the look out for $20 off coupons all over the Bay Area!

THE BREAK-DOWN:

Are you tired of sitting at home on New Year's, watching the "Ball"
drop? Or – Are you tired of the drunken New Year's scene? Do you
want to ring in the New Year right, with all your favorite local
kinksters?

…. Then join us at Edges for the "Rocky Horror" Showdown!!!

The evening begins with a dynamic live performance of "The Rocky
Horror Picture Show," by local group Slugs in Fishnets. It will be
fun and interactive, so Squirt Guns and Toilet Paper are highly
encouraged! There will be sing-along and general mayhem.

…But the fun won't stop there!

AT THE MAIN EVENT:

Dress To Impress!
~We will have a "Rocky Horror" Character Costume Contest!

Show Us Your BRAINS!!!
~There will be a "Rocky Horror" Trivia Challenge!

Boogie Down!
~A local inspired DJ will provide the soundtrack to your night, with
music suggested by local kinksters and Edges Members.

12/06/2008

Cookie Exchange went off GREAT!

The 4th annual Cookie munch went off rather well:

i started out baking this morning:

and brought home quite a bit more:

The round ones have surprise centers!!! The big ones are M's special holiday cookies, and the brownies are to DIE for (as are the chocolate chunks mixed in with them). The lemon bars are wonderful and sticky, and the brown and beige CC and butterscotch cookies yummie!

4th Annual Cookie Exchange

Saturday, Dec 6th, EDGES 7PM sharp (munch starts at Edges at 6pm, Play time starts at 8PM).

Cookies are coming!

Every year, those crazy usual suspects make up TONS of cookies-- and everyone trades! The more you bring, the more you take home.
Ok-- so the way it works is that you bring at least 3 dozen of any one kind of cookies--- we put them all on a table, and each person goes around picking up *other* cookies 3-4 at a time....

Yes, we will accept *candy* too-- but only the good home make kind (FUDGE!). No M&M's kinda stuff:)
DO remember to bring your cookies in NICE display containers-- pretty plates, lovely trays.

Also bring some tupperware or other covered containers to take home all the GOODIES you will get!
This is the BEST way to enjoy the yummies of the year without spending HOURS in your kitchen. Just bake 1 or 2 batches of 3 dozen cookies and come share!

** Do you need to bring cookies to get cookies? YES! We love you-- and every year we manage to make a few folks happy who show up empty handed-- but please, BRING some goodies.
So get on an apron, grease yourself up, and wander into a hot room with a rolling pin and some sugar.
THEN get into the kitchen and make some COOKIES!!!!

11/23/2008

ee cummings

A friend posted this and it is *so* very good it bears repeating:

the boys i mean are not refined
by ee cummings

  the boys i mean are not refined
 they go with girls who buck and bite
 they do not give a fuck for luck
 they hump them thirteen times a night

 one hangs a hat upon her tit
 one carves a cross on her behind
 they do not give a shit for wit
 the boys i mean are not refined

 they come with girls who bite and buck
 who cannot read and cannot write
 who laugh like they would fall apart
 and masturbate with dynamite

 the boys i mean are not refined
  they cannot chat of that and this
 they do not give a fart for art
 they kill like you would take a piss

 they speak whatever's on their mind
 they do whatever's in their pants
 the boys i mean are not refined
 they shake the mountains when they dance

Holiday 2008 Toy Drive 11/2/08

It's THAT TIME OF YEAR AGAIN! Kicking off the 2008 SX TOY DRIVE!
New Toys currently GREATLY appreciated for the coming holidays, along with our regular ongoing charity work.

For years, folks have collected Hotel Toiletries, house hold items, women's clothing, children's backpacks, sleeping bags, coats, canned goods, shoes, and a host of other useful items and donated them for the
San Jose Women's Shelter.

The Southern Cross donation cans at EDGES and LEATHER MASTERS are our *streamlined* way to donate your gently used goods and new bath items.

Southern Cross teams with EDGES and LEATHER MASTERS to permanently host our CHARITY DRIVE BARRELS.

Drop off your donations, and we will make sure they make it to others who can put them to good use.

WE SUPPORT THE SAN JOSE WOMEN'S SHELTER
Ongoing donations taken at EDGES or LEATHER MASTERS San Jose

Click Here for Details
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11/22/2008

OCTOBER SLUT OF THE MONTH!

We are proud to announce that we have decided on a winner for the OCTOBER SOTM (pronounced 'soddom') award.

The Usual Suspects extend a warm hand (do you know where it's been?) and a big round of applause to Jaclyn.

Wanna know how to participate? Contact Trollup on Fetlife or Livejournal
Congrats to our friend Shelly- your plaque is now on order and will be added soon!

TIE ME UP! First Published 11/2/08

First Sundays at EDGES, the local dungeon hosts "Knotty Sunday" 11-2pm
From their website:

Sunday, November 2 2008
12:00pm - 3:00pm

Knotty Sunday: Play Lab

Each month on the first Sunday, 12-3pm
Members: $20, Guests $30

Each month we share a presentation of rope bondage, hands-on instruction and educational play. Bring your rope and learn or prefect a new technique each month. This educational event is open to all genders/sexualities

Whether you want to learn how to tie or to be tied: join us for an afternoon of hot bondage and shared experiences.

11/20/2008

http://fridaymunch.blogspot.com/

Hi there new person!

Welcome to the kink world.

Southern Cross hosts a weekly Friday munch, and we want YOU to know that being new, shy, and unsure about all this stuff is not only OK, but that we have ALL been there.

We all meet starting at 6pm until 9, but MOST of the "Usual Suspects" are not around early in the evening.

Want to come and get comfortable with just our hosts and maybe 1 or 2 others? Show up right at 6pm.
Want to get more information before you come in? Feel free to write us at SouthernCross-Ca@SBCGlobal.net and ask away! Each of us at SX is very aware of how much the public scene can intimidate folks, and we hope we can bridge some of that discomfort. Welcome home.

http://southerncrossmunch.blogspot.com/

Munch Information

Gear down after a long week, meet up with friends for Friday night entertainment's, catch a movie right next door, or just let down your hair before your commute home from the San Jose Bay Area.

SOUTHERN CROSS PRESENTS "THE USUAL SUSPECTS" MUNCH

Join us 6-9pm Friday evenings.

WELCOME COCO'S Restaurant!

1602 Oakmead Parkway- Lawrence Xprswy just 1 block off Hiway 101

Your hosts: shadow, Allie,Heather,

Miss Courtney, Rose Red,

Steve V, Tina, Sandra, Elfin, & Miss Vicki.

11/05/2008

Nov 4, 2008

11/03/2008

NEW HOME

The Usual Suspects of the Friday Munch have MOVED

to a permanent home
COCO's Restaurant
1206 Oakmead Parkway Sunnyvale

11/02/2008

Halloween Sluts!

November 1, 2008.
EDGES ROCKS!

After a long summer moving, cleaning, rebuilding (a thousand thank you's to all the volunteers who put in that kind of time!) and a fall waiting for ELECTRICITY !!!!,

The 2008 Halloween Bash was HUGE!

EVERYONE got into the 'spirit' and came in costume, the music was hot, the scenes were hotter (drownings, scarrifications, and a pentinence scene with the Priest from Hell selling indulgences and burning witches!).

SX handled the catering and with the help of TONS of great friends who brought even MORE fun treats, we had FOOD for the GODS!
Menus included Steak, soups, cupcake graveyard, jello shots, Pumpkin Deviled Eggs, Summer Squash, Shrimp, a TUB of popcorn, toasted chicken and cheese snacks, mini-quiches, veggies trays, fruit bowls,

Meat and cheese roll ups, chocolates, sacher torte with bleeding heart, crackers, cookies, and bobbing ice cold apples (and eyeballs-- ask Naughty Nurse about that!).

The decorations were off the hook- Doc and Nurse and their friends put up BODIES and monsters and death, oh my!

The Sx gang had carved pumpkins last week- but the friendly weather made them yuckolo, so we brought some MORE! Flickering shadows on the walls, dripping blood on the halls. Miss Ali, Sir Alex, dear Nikki, and wonderful Don worked their BUTTS off to turn our HOME into a graveyard of horrors.... and we thank them.

Southern Cross is blessed and pleased to support our friends, our community, and our lifestyle at the local dungeon, which we think might well be the BEST DUNGEON in the WHOLE USA!
Every member is accepted with the premise that they know how to treat others in a public setting, that energy vampires and wankers aren't tolerated here, and that cleanliness, safety, and privacy of each person's lives is respected and our focus.
The entire SF Bay area is blessed to have the premier play space within our home area, and the Southern Cross family of "USUAL SUSPECTS" (and the only national BDSM Organization without formal memberships and NO NEED of anyone's personal information) is deeply honored to be able to serve our community and our friends with service, fun, and support.

Would YOU like to party with us? Contact Edges at www.Edges.Biz, contact Southern Cross outreach at www.southerncross_ca@sbcglobal.net, drop by the Wednesday Munch @ http://www.themunch.org/, The Friday Munch @ http://southerncrossmunch.blogspot.com/, or leave us a comment here and we will getback with you as soon as we are able.