RE-IGNITE! A Play Party for Newcomers & Community Veterans

### Advance Tickets are Required.

No Tickets Will Be Sold At The Door! Doors open at 7:30 (There is a Dungeon Introduction Class that starts at 6:00, see below for more details on this introduction to Kinky Play Parties class)). No entry after 11:00. Ticket sales are final except in the case of a positive covid test or recent exposure or symptoms of feeling sick. Tickets may be transferred to another person if needed by the ticket holder contacting us at janus@soj.org and letting us know who will be taking the ticket.

This event is in San Francisco and the Address will be given to ticket buyers

>>Volunteer & Get Free Entry Here<< (TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON)

The volunteer thread will be posted in the Society of Janus Group on Fetlife soon

*Admission:* $45

**SOJ members get a $20 discount off admission. Non-members who buy a standard ticket will also get a promo code to apply towards an SOJ membership.** Or get a membership ahead of time by going to http://www.soj.org/online-orientation. Ticket sales are final except in the case of a positive covid test or recent exposure. Tickets may be transferred to another person, if needed, by the ticket holder contacting us and letting us know who will be taking the ticket. Some cheaper, community access tickets will be made available to those with financial need. To transfer a ticket or request a community access ticket, email janus@soj.org.

**If you have a known, close exposure to Covid within the last 5 days, do not come to this event, regardless of testing status. Your ticket will be refunded.**

**You must have been vaccinated against covid with a full initial course and at least one booster. You must bring a picture of a Covid test with a paper saying your preferred name and the date that day (“That day” being the day OF the event) (THIS INCLUDES VOLUNTEERS)**

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Announcing Stopgap - A New San Francisco Kink Venue

We're excited to announce that this party will take place at StopGap, a new venue in a building deeply steeped in kink history. The first floor is fully accessible and has social and play space. Descend into the 3100 square foot basement to play on crosses, tables, benches, hardpoints, and other pieces that many in the community have enjoyed in years past.

Come together with friends, partners, and community for our Re-Ignite play party! We will provide snacks, a great soundtrack to facilitate play, and the equipment you need to make your evening an awesome one. Ready to spark your interests, find connection, make some new kinky friends, or discover a safe space to explore your kinks?

The Re-Ignite party is designed to be a welcoming place for all regardless of whether you are a newcomer or an experienced player. As always, our parties emphasize socializing and meeting new people in addition to the hot scenes going on. It’s all about the community coming together and having a great time, so everyone of all roles, experience level, orientations, and gender identity are always welcomed at SoJ events. Public parties are all about being able to live out your fantasies safely using the venue’s equipment for play and social spaces to meet wonderful people. This is a place where you can ask questions of the party host, ambassadors, dungeon monitors, and more experienced players. Just please just don’t interrupt anyone while they are playing!

This party isn’t just open to newcomers. It is open to anyone looking for a fun and connective time with other folx in the Bay Area Kink Community. (Please note: This party IS NOT intended to be a place to cruise for new players. Aggressive cruising will not be tolerated. This is a place to have fun, meet people, and bring the community together.)

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Accessibility Notes

There will be music playing at a volume that fills the space, but isn't blaringly loud. Ear plugs will be available if desired.

The first floor is fully accessible and has social and play space. The basement is only accessible via stairs and has more play equipment.

Discounted Community Access tickets will be made available to those with financial need. To request a Community Access ticket, email janus@soj.org

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Inclusivity

Society of Janus is and always have been an organization made up of the community and in service to the community. We are stronger for our diversity, including adults of all genders, orientations, colors, ethnicities, roles and experience levels. We welcome all who have a genuine interest in kink and who respect each other’s rights to self-expression, self-exploration, and authenticity. At each and every one of our events, we will strive to maintain and enforce a respectful and safe space for all attendees in celebration of this diversity, and expect the same of all attendees.

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Dungeon Introduction and Etiquette Program

First time in a dungeon environment? Then we highly recommend attending the Dungeon Safety and Etiquette class that starts at 6:00 pm, it’s a free educational course designed to make your first time easier and it’s held right at the venue. The Orientation Team will be thrilled to help you get your footing.

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Covid Safety Notice

If you have a known, close exposure to Covid within the last 5 days, do not come to this event, regardless of testing status. Your ticket will be refunded.

You must have been vaccinated against Covid with a full first round and at least one booster. You must bring a picture of a Covid test with a paper saying your preferred name and the date that day (“That day” being the day OF the event) (THIS INCLUDES VOLUNTEERS)

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Party Rules

Please review a full copy of our Party Rules below as well as the SOJ Consent Guideline**prior to purchasing your ticket.

Consent & Respect

-Do not touch anyone or their belongings without explicit permission, even if they have given you permission in the past.

-This includes any part of the person, hair, clothing, toys, equipment they have brought, hugging, etc.

-Do not use pet names, honorifics, praise, or potentially violating terms without explicit permission from the involved person(s).

-Inclusivity and diversity are core to SOJ's mission. We aim to provide space for folks of all genders, sexualities, races, abilities, ages, religions, and more. There is zero tolerance for hate speech of any kind.

-Respect sexuality, gender identities, and pronouns.

-If a person has a name tag on, please call them by that name unless explicitly told to use another.

-Do not engage in any play or activities without enthusiastic and informed prior permission. For specific consent guidelines, please see more at: https://soj.org/consent/

-Do not engage in any negotiations, play, or activities while or with someone intoxicated (NOTE: alcohol and other substances are not permitted at this event).

-Every participant in a scene has the right to withdraw consent at any point.

-Be self aware.

-Don't let your conversations or volume in play areas disrupt scenes.

-Don't direct any unsolicited comments at people who are playing.

-Do not interrupt scenes, including attempting to join or otherwise engage or negotiate with people who are in a scene.

-Watching should be done from a respectful distance with no leering.

-No masturbating, except when involved and agreed upon as part of a scene.

Safety

-The house safe word is SAFEWORD. Calling SAFEWORD will call for help from outside the scene.

-Suspension is allowed on appropriate hard points and rigs only. Self-suspension on those elements is allowed with prior notification to the DM on duty.

-If your scene will include wax, blood, or sharps you must talk to the party host and make sure you have a safe area and needed supplies for safety and cleanliness. Any candles used must be extinguished when not in-hand.

-If your scene will include consensual non-consent or the appearance of lack of consent, you must inform a DM before playing.

-No drugs or alcohol, including smoking or vaping, are allowed within the party. Outdoor smoking and vaping may be allowed in designated areas at certain venues (please check with the hosts).

-Anyone visibly intoxicated will be asked to leave without credit or refund.

-Do not lock people into or onto equipment at any point.

-If you are unsure if your scene may break a house or venue rule, please find a Dungeon/Play Monitor or Party Host and ask before playing.

Play that is prohibited at all events includes:

-Breath play

-Piss Play

-Scat (fecal) play

-Fire Play

Etiquette

-No Cell Phones allowed. If you need to text or take a call, step outside to do so.

-Recordings and photos are prohibited at SOJ play parties except by designated house photographers at specific events.

-Equipment is first come, first serve.

-Reserving equipment is not allowed.

-As our spaces are shared, please be conscientious in how long you utilize any single piece of equipment for.

-Clean up after yourself.

-Use preventative measures – floor pads, condoms, gloves, etc. to minimize spread of bodily fluids.

-Use the provided cleaning supplies to clean up and sanitize all equipment used after playing.

-Dress in street-appropriate attire until you are inside the play venue.

-If you see something, say something. If you have any questions or concerns, find a Play Space/Dungeon Monitor (orange armband or safety vests) or the Party Host.

-Thank you for helping us keep our community safe!

-If you have any questions or concerns, find a Play Space Monitor (orange arm band or vests) or the Party Host.

Read our code of conduct and consent guidelines Here

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Discord

Not ready for an in person event or want to chat to some people before coming? Then check out our affiliated Discord. https://discord.com/invite/WDWCCKu You can socialize, share memes, and chat. There are weekly virtual socials, and occasional game nights or watch parties. Please note, you must have a discord account setup. Discord tends to work better with a dedicated app on your mobile device or computer rather than the browser version.

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About Society of Janus

Society of Janus is and has always been an organization made up of the community in the service to the community. We are strong for our diversity, including adults of all genders, orientations, colors, ethnicities, roles, and experience levels. We welcome all who have a genuine interest in kink and who respect each other’s rights to self-expression, self-exploration, and authenticity. At each and every one of our events, we will strive to maintain and enforce a respectful and safe space for all attendees in celebration of this diversity, and expect the same of all attendees.

Read our consent and harassment guidelines

The Society of Janus is a not-for-profit, all volunteer, San Francisco-based education and support organization devoted to the art of hot, consensual and non-exploitative BDSM.

Janus provides an opportunity to meet others with similar interests in a safe, relaxed atmosphere. Society of Janus is open to people of all genders, sexual orientations, roles, and experience levels. Janus members are from all over the SF Bay Area. We host and sponsor events in many locations around the bay.

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About Society of Janus

The Society of Janus is a not-for-profit, all volunteer, San Francisco-based education and support organization devoted to the art of hot, consensual and non-exploitative BDSM.

Janus provides an opportunity to meet others with similar interests in a safe, relaxed atmosphere. Society of Janus is open to people of all genders, sexual orientations, roles, and experience levels. Janus members are from all over the SF Bay Area. We host and sponsor events in many locations around the bay.

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