Leather Pride 2009 runs from July 31 to August 9 at various locations. Here are the specific events…

FRIDAY, JULY 31 – Fetish Ball and Kinky Auction! 8pm-Midnight at the Melody Ballroom.  We’re trying something new this year! A silent auction during the Fetish Ball followed by a live auction on the stage!  This is a full on “costume” ball! Dress to impress, and dance the night away. Music by DJ Ronabell.  Light Buffet included with admission, just like previous years, and the bar will be available.Melody Ballroom, 615 SE Alder. Doors at 8PM. 21+ with ID $15.00 www.portlandleather.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 – Whipper Snappers Munch: Join the next generation of BDSM folk for socializing, food, and fun. 18+, food available, A/C.  2PM to 5PM   Lucky Labrador, 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd, hosted by Whipper Snappers.  www.whipper-snappers.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 – First Strike Pansexual Play Party: Come help Whipper-Snappers make things hot in our air-conditioned play party. Open to everyone!   8pm-1am.  The Conservatory, 5224 SE Foster Rd. $10   18+ w/ valid ID  www.whipper-snappers.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 – Leather Tastings: Hosted by the Portland Leather Alliance, This is your chance to try something new. Come to Leather Tastings for a sampling of all sorts of types of play. Spanking, rope bondage, caning, oh my! Come casual or dress as you like. Enjoy a buffet of the kinky flavors of S & M. Noon to 4 pm, non-smoking, A/C.  Ambridge The Conservatory, 5224 SE Foster Rd.  $3 members – $5 non.members.  Memberships available online or at the door for $10.   www.portlandleather.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 – Uniforms & Buzz Cuts Party: Hosted By Andy Mangels, be sure to don your best uniform, and let your hair grow a bit so you  can shave it all off in style. 10:00 PM – Close   Dirty Duck Tavern, 439 NW 3rd Ave @ Glisan  $4  21+ with ID

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1 – Portland Trans  and Ally March

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 – Whips in the Park: Hosted by Whipper Snappers, come to Peninsula Park and learn to throw a whip, or practice your cracks. Open to all ages (including kids) so please dress and act appropriate for a public park. Free, 12:00 to 2 pm, Peninsula Park , corner of N. Ainsworth and N. Kirgy. www.whipper-snappers.org

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 – Sunday School Seminars with Bad Girls: This is a kinky twist for Sunday School, everyone is invited.  18+ w ID, A/C  10:30 am to 4:30 pm  3 seminars, The Conservatory, 5224 SE Foster Rd.  www.pdxbadgirls.net

SUNDAY, AUGUST 2 – Music So Good it Hurts: Live Music with Maria Webster and other special Guests!.  21+ w ID, 7 PM to 10 PM, Close   Dirty Duck Tavern, 439 NW 3rd Ave @ Glisan.  $5

MONDAY, AUGUST 3 – Movie Night: Hosted by Alycyn Britton, Ms. Oregon State Leather 2003.  This year’s movie is the orginal “ ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW ”   come join in the fun, 18+, non-smoking, A/C, refreshments available.  6:00 PM door – 7:00 PM show Clinton Street Theatre, 2522 SE Clinton .  $5 suggested donation at door. 18+. www.blackoutleather.org

TUESDAY, AUGUST 4 – Kinky Women’s Welcoming Munch: Hosted by The Badgirls, this social is for women and trans folk over 21. 7 PM to 9 PM The Egyptian Room, 3801 SE Division. Free Admission. 21+, food/cocktails for purchase, A/C., Women only event   www.pdxbadgirls.net

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 5 – Wednesday Munch: Come join one of the longest running Munches in the country. This self organized munch has been going for over 13 years and is open to all ages of the BDSM community. If you’re not a regular attendee of this Munch, this is the perfect week to come introduce yourself. If you’re a regular attendee, come as usual and enjoy the energy pumped week of Leather Pride. 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. 18+, food and drink available, non-smoking, A/C.  McMenamins Tavern & Pool, 1716 NW 23rd Ave.  Order off menu

THURSDAY, AUGUST 6 – Leather Family BBQ : Hosted by the Leather Pride Week 2009 Committee, this is a BYOF event: bring an item to grill, and a side dish to share. There will be a vegan grill available.  Join the entire Leather Pride Week Committee as our groups come together at our annual picnic. If you haven’t been, then this is your chance to begin a family tradition. In what is a very family-friendly event, we pot-luck together. Bring an entree to grill and a dish to share. Mingle with members from the other groups. Share experiences, every day occurrences, and generalized ‘bullshitting.’ Drinks, ice, grills (including a vegetarian grill), napkins, utensils, plates, and condiments are supplied by the committee. This is one of our favorite Leather Pride Week events. 6pm-9pm. Peninsula Park, corner of N. Ainsworth and N. Kirby, Bus lines are #4 Fessenden, or #Mocks Crest.  Free. All Ages. www.oregonleatherpride.org

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 – Leather Vegas and Contestant Meet and Greet: “Casino Night with Auction and Contestant Meet and Greet”,  Hosted by Blackout Leather Productions.  Join us for an exciting Casino Night with Auction!!!  Expect to have lots of fun gambling, socializing, and bid on fabulous prizes!!! Free admission, buy scrip to play at the tables, and use it to bid at auction… 6:00 PM  -10:00 PM.   Embers Avenue, 110 NW Broadway.   21+, food and drink available, non-smoking, A/C.  www.blackoutleather.org

FRIDAY, AUGUST 7 – Tangible Vandalism:  Fetish Community Graphics Design Show.  Hosted by Ben Brown, Jr and Sponsored by Pride NW.  Q- Center, 4115 N Mississippi Ave  6pm to 9 pm.  Suggested $5 donation, sliding scale.  All ages.  No one turned away for lack of funds.

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8th  – Tribal! A Gathering of Past and Future Titleholders.  Hosted by former Oregon State Leathers.  10 pm to late.  Eagle Portland, 835 N Lombard, 21+, non-smoking, cocktails available.  www.blackoutleather.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8th – Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather Contest: Hosted by Blackout Leather Productions, there will be raffles and a great show, NON-SMOKING, Cocktails, A/C.  Come see as our next titleholders are chosen for the coming year. 6pm door-7pm show. Embers Avenue, 110 NW Broadway.  $15.00. 21+ www.blackoutleather.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 – Vendors Fair: Hosted by the Portland Leather Alliance.  In the spirit of our annual Vendor’s Fair, join our favorite local vendor’s for a summer spending spree! Browse for a toy you’ve been saving for, or get ideas for fall. Pick up something exciting for the party that evening! Be sure to come say hello and pick up your ticket for the party!   Noon to 5 PM.  Village Ballroom, 700 N Dekum St.  . All PLA events are 18+ with valid ID. $1   www.portlandleather.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 – Pansexual Dungeon Party: Hosted by the Portland Leather Alliance as well and following the Vendors Fair with a break for Dinner and maybe a quick nap. 8 PM – 1 AM. Village Ballroom, 700 N Dekum St. Tickets must be Purchased in Advance at the Vendors Fair, and Spartacus. All PLA events are 18+ with valid ID. $10 members, $15 non-members, light snacks, non-smoking, A/C.   www.portlandleather.org

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8 – Portland Leathermen Potluck: Afternoon Potluck in Vancouver WA  Email furry@hughes.net for details.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 – Victory Brunch/Rose & Thorn Awards: Hosted by Blackout Leather Productions, join their board of Directors as they honor the newly reigning titleholders for 2009, various people, businesses, and organizations of the leather community and their greater family. 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM.  My Father’s Place, 523 SE Grand Ave.  All ages, non-smoking, order food/drinks from the menu, A/C. www.blackoutleather.org

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9th – Bears In Leather Bust/Meet the New Mr. & Ms. Oregon State Leather: After a busy Saturday, unwind with the Oregon Bears and our soon-to-be reigning titleholders. 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Eagle Portland , 835 NE Lombard . Free Admission. www.oregonbears.org