“All the world’s a bed, and men and women merely dreamers.”
-James Broughton
Comfort & Joy is proud to present a rare viewing of the classic 1968 short film by James Broughton at our private clothing-optional TOUCH danceparty this Friday night, January 20th. Those who arrive early, before all the dancing starts and the cabaret begins, can enjoy seeing THE BED: one of first films to contain full frontal nudity of both sexes and not be considered pornography.
“THE BED” playfully toys with themes of sexual freedom and exploration, reminding us all of many great truths about the place we spend more than half of our lives. We will also be treated to a special preview of the forthcoming “BIG JOY” documentary film about James Broughton, who commanded artists to celebrate “Adventure–not predicament.”
Later that night, enjoy a colorful genderfuck cabaret featuring Uretha Franklin, Amber Alert, Dam Witch & Doktor Bordello… and shake your booty to beats by Jason Kendig (HONEY SOUNDSYSTEM), Tisdale & Souki*(Berlin).
OUR PRIVATE VENUE has over 2500 square feet of luxurious, colorful and comfortable themed environments and saucy playspaces in a central San Francisco location. The intimate dancefloor comes complete with a brass dance pole, cabaret stage, top-shelf sound system, beautiful plant-filled outdoor patio, several private lounges and plenty of space to circulate, flirt & enjoy.
Comfort & Joy invites you to TOUCH this Friday night for a unique San Francisco experience that benefits the Ultra Legal Defense Fund. This is your chance to have a great time while helping a lady in need.
The four DJs of Rocket Collective are united around a shared love and appreciation for music, community, and radical creativity. They have dedicated themselves to the celebration and preservation of independent, alternative queer organizations like the Astropups Burning Man collective.
* WHAT: Rocket Collective LAUNCH PARTY
* WHEN: 9pm-2am, Saturday, January 28th
* WHERE: Rickshaw Stop, San Francisco
* INFO: Rocket on Facefuck
It’s time we put these pieces together. Comfort & Joy invites you to TOUCH – a private danceparty benefit for the Ultra Legal Defense Fund on Friday, January 20th.
Featuring Sound by Souki, Tisdale and Jason Kendig with “Blow Jobs Not Speakers” by QT Soundsystem.
Before you know it, the Burning Man fever will descend and engulf you – again! (or for you virgins, the very first time). Then, there’s that pre-playa preparation some of us take months to get over, let alone get into. So, whatever it is that gets the ball rolling for you – a good idea to get started soon – or at least entertain it in thoughts.
Yes! Burning Man 2012 will take place in the Black Rock Desert from August 27 to September 3, 2012. Mark your calendar if you haven’t already done so.
Now, about those tickets! Yes, a touchy topic especially with the sold out last year and the system glitch that happened. For 2012, our friends at Burning Man have devised a new system in an effort to create equal opportunity for participants to purchase tickets. Hoping this change will cause less stress. This system is not without its flaws and like any change, it comes with some good and some challenges – depending on how you see it. No matter what, remember the moment when we finally stepped into the playa?, and all the ticketing shenanigans dissipated? Let’s imagine that moment and look at the positives. And if you have ideas on improving ticketing system in the future, even better. Send a note to our organizing friends at Burning Man, will you.
Here’s some important dates to note…
*Pre-Sale – Tickets go on sale for two-week period from November 28 until December 11, 2011. ON SALE NOW.
*Main Sale – Tickets go on sale from January 9 until January 22, 2012.
*Secondary Open Sale – Once the Main Sale is completed, 10,000 tickets will be held aside for open sale, plus any unclaimed tickets from the Main Sale.
If turn out last year is something to go by, 2012 will be one more ‘overflowing’ year. Get your tickets early to avoid disappointment.
Can’t wait to see everyone at Comfort & Joy village. Soon!
Never Underestimate the Value of a Vulture. These natural zombie enemies play a key ecological role: by cleaning up animal carcasses Vultures keep things tidy, naturally reducing spread of dangerous diseases including anthrax and botulism. And we all benefit from fewer rotting (or worse, walking) dead bodies all over the place. Hooray Vultures: Nature’s Housekeepers!
To honor this oft-misunderstood, friendly bird, Antler is …throwing a “Vulture’s FEAST“: Faerie Fundraiser Flea Market & House Closing Party on Saturday, October 15th. This is a fabulous opportunity to say goodbye to Antler as he “moves down the street” up 101 to his Northern California household and permanently closes down his beautiful North Panhandle home of over a decade.
Yes, Antler is closing his San Francisco house, where Comfort & Joy’s Afterglow parties debuted many years ago, and invites you to celebrate at this party where you can say goodbye to a well-loved, historic community space. While you’re at it, consider picking up something fabulous from the Faerie Fundraiser Flea Market: items range from unique original art, sturdy kitchen implements & rare Asian/African treasures to classy couture drag, gorgeous plants and many magical surprises!
All proceeds from Antler’s VULTURE FEAST fundraiser benefit Comfort & Joy and the Nomenus radical faerie spiritual network.
VULTURE FEAST SCHEDULE
2:00: Faerie Fundraiser Flea Market Opens
+ Browse fabulous items available at faerie-friendly prices!
+ Enjoy afternoon beverage or snack at our charity concessions
+ See what you can find in the “The Free Room” ♥
4:20: Live Auction of Especially Rare & Wonderful Items
5:00-Dusk: Shop ’til you drop! Feast vultures FEAST!
When fully gorged, all vultures are invited to fly home after dark-thirty as this feast wraps up shortly after dusk.
Are you a hungry bird? See you at the Antler’s Vulture Feast!
* WHAT: “Antler’s VULTURE FEAST & House Closing Party”
* WHEN: 2pm-Dark Thirty, Saturday, October 15th
*WHERE: 1598 Fulton St @ Lyon, San Francisco
* WHY: Say goodbye to this beautiful community space, celebrate a wonderful man, find bargains, and raise money for Radical Faerie community groups
