Snuggle Jam: Brushie Brushie - A Platonic Touch Workshop

Presented by AfterDark and BunnyJoe & BariBoi - in San Francisco!

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Some forms of care are soft, simple, and surprisingly powerful.

This month’s Snuggle Jam explores the soothing world of brushing, tracing, and gentle tactile sensation through platonic, consent-forward connection. Join us for an afternoon of cozy experimentation with hair brushing, body brushing, knismesis touch, and other light sensory techniques that can calm the nervous system, deepen relaxation, and create feelings of closeness and comfort.

We’ll discuss the proprioceptive and grounding benefits of repetitive touch, explore different textures and pressures, and practice ways to communicate preferences and boundaries while giving and receiving care.

Bring your favorite tools if you have them:

• Hair brushes
• Soft body brushes
• Vegetable brushes
• Texture tools or sensory items you enjoy

Other recommended items include blankets, pajamas or comfy clothes, stuffies/plushies, snacks/lunch for yourself, a water bottle, and cozy vibes.

You do not need prior experience to attend. This event is beginner-friendly, low-pressure, and focused on comfort, gentleness, and mutual care.

As always with Snuggle Jam, there will also be plenty of space to simply exist together cozily. Board games, coloring books, and chill social time will be available throughout the event. This is a platonic, consent-focused space centered around soft connection, sensory exploration, and community care.

Doors open at 11AM. Opening circle will begin at 11:30AM and doors will close at 11:45PM. Please arrive in time to drop in and set the container.

Event Rules & Guidelines

Our lab-style workshops are community-centered educational events focused on skill sharing and learning, not play parties. Guests are expected to bring their own tools, sanitize shared equipment before and after use, and respect the house manager, Dungeon Monitor, and staff. Sex of any kind, breath play or simulated breath play, restraint across the front of the neck, fire, candles, vaping, and smoking are not permitted. These events are not for cruising; please watch from a respectful distance and avoid commenting or intruding on other guest’s labbing experiences, including during aftercare. All AfterDark Events are 18+.

The Venue

This event will take place at Paradox, at 1310 Mission Street in San Francisco. It is located in SoMa, near 9th and Mission, and is a 10 minute walk from the Civic Center/UN Plaza BART station.

Accessibility Notes

The entrance to the space is on the ground floor and is fully-accessible, including a social area, play area, and two accessible all-gender bathrooms. The mezzanine level above the bathrooms can only be reached via stairs. There will be music playing throughout the night, and ear plugs may be available at the front desk. For further questions and accessibility requests, please reach out in advance by email to info@afterdark-events.com.

Entry

• Doors open at 11AM. Opening circle will begin at 11:30AM and doors will close at 11:45AM.
• Advance tickets are recommended to save money and secure your spot.
• Community Angel Tickets contribute to affordable kink education for those who need it. These tickets help keep classes affordable and help fund Financial Access Tickets to those in need. Please consider supporting our community if you are able.
• We have a limited number of financial access tickets available. If you are in need of a financial access ticket, please email us at info@afterdark-events.com
• Ticket sales are final. Refunds are not available.

Inclusivity & Safety

We warmly invite and encourage individuals of all ages, races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and abilities to attend our event. We are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can feel safe, respected, and celebrated. Your unique identity and experiences enrich our community, and we look forward to sharing this special experience with you.

Consent and respectful behavior required.

About the Facilitators

• BunnyJoe (he/they) is a demi-guy, Bunny, DJ, and middle who brings a gentle, playful energy to the space. He loves snacks, pets, house plants, sci-fi, mismatched socks, and snuggles. BunnyJoe has been partnered with Nyxie for 20 years and often supports demos and helps create a welcoming, grounded environment for connection.
• BariBoi is an eager sub, loyal pup, and sturdy piece of human furniture. Since moving to the Bay Area, they have been an active member of local kinky organizations serving as volunteer, demo bottom, and org lead. An educator and storyteller, BariBoi is excited to connect people interested in sits at the nexus of kinky theory and practice.

About AfterDark Events

AfterDark Events is a POC, femme, queer, neurodivergent, and disabled led group that organizes exciting, inclusive, curated kink and sex-positive events for the San Francisco Bay Area kink community.

Find us on FetLife, Plura, Instagram, and Forbidden Tickets.

We provide high-quality education - both foundational and advanced - that empowers individuals to explore, play, and connect with confidence and agency. We are dedicated to building community and expanding knowledge and honor the rich traditions of the queer leather and kink communities while striving to create a more inclusive, consent-driven culture. We believe in fostering spaces that support learning, curiosity, and personal growth.

Whether you're new to kink or a seasoned player, our events provide opportunities to expand your knowledge, refine your skills, and engage with a thriving community. Reach out to learn more about our classes or how to collaborate with us by emailing us at info@afterdark-events.com