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KINK DOWN SOUTH

ATLANTA, GA.

JUNE 7-9, 2024

35+ VENDORS • 20 CLASSES

COMMUNITY SOCIALS • LIVE MUSIC • KINKY DRAG

MEET AND GREET @ BLAKE’S

GRUNT PARTY @ FUTURE

STREET FAIR @ ATLANTA EAGLE

ALL GEAR SOCIAL @ ATLANTA EAGLE

DEVIANT’S DISCO @ ATLANTA EAGLE

Get Ready for Kink Down South Weekend 2024!

Kink Down South Weekend is back, and it’s set to be more daring, expansive, and thrilling than ever! Whether you’re a seasoned kinkster or just curious to explore, Kink Down South Weekend has something for everyone. Here you’ll ﬁnd a comprehensive list of all the socials, classes, parties, and other exciting events happening throughout the weekend. Get ready to dive into a weekend of exploration, connection, and celebration in a safe and welcoming environment!

For updates and more extensive information on socials, classes, etc., please visit kinkdownsouth.com.

Parties

Friday, June 7

Meet & Greet And Passholder Reception

Blake’s On the Park (Upstairs) Time: 7-9 PM

Fort Troﬀ Grunt Party W/ DJ Ryan Willing (Chicago)

Future Atlanta Time: 10 pm – 3 am

Saturday, June 8

Street Fair

Atlanta Eagle Time: 12-6 pm

All Gear Social W/ DJ Calvin (Austin)

Atlanta Eagle Time: 8-11 Pm

Deviant’s Disco w/ DJ James Anthony (NYC)

Atlanta Eagle Time: 11 pm – 3 am

Sunday, June 9

Street Fair

Atlanta Eagle Time: 12 - 6 pm

Closing Ceremony

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Main Stage Time: 5:30 - 6 pm

Classes

and Socials

Saturday, June 8

One Long Rope: Floor Rope

Bondage with a Connection

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs

Bar

Time: 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Titleholder Social Location: Atlanta Eagle | Back Patio Time: 1:15 - 2:15 pm

FEATURED PRESENTER:

Key People of Color in the Leather and Kink Community Panel

Location:

Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 2:15 - 3:15 pm

Bipoc Social

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Back Patio

Time: 3:15 - 4:15 pm

Chastity 101

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 3:45 - 4:30 pm

Carter Johnson Library

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 4:45 - 5:30 pm

Sunday, June 9

Ffisting for Ffun

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 12:30 pm – 1:15 pm

Padded Social

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Back Patio

Time: 12:30 - 1:30 pm

FEATURED PRESENTER:

Buddies Doing Social Media

Location:

Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 1:30 – 2:30 pm

Sober Social

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Back Patio

Time: 2:15 - 3:15 pm

Nude Yoga

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 2:45 - 3:30 pm

Nude Social

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Puppy Play With A Pack

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Back Patio

Time: 3:45 - 4:30 pm

“The Bark Park” Pup Social

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Back Patio

Time: 4:30 - 5:30 pm

The Energy of Rope

Location: Atlanta Eagle | Upstairs Bar

Time: 4:45 - 5:30 pm

For updates and more extensive information on socials, classes, etc., please visit kinkdownsouth.com.

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Celebrating Pride Month Show Your Support and Make a Difference

Edited by Mikkel Hyldebrandt

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community, honor its history, and advocate for equality and inclusion. Whether you’re part of the community or an ally, there are numerous ways to show your support and make a positive impact. Here are some meaningful actions you can take to celebrate Pride Month both locally and globally.

Participate in Pride Events and Parties

Pride events and parades are not just celebrations; they are powerful demonstrations of solidarity and visibility for the LGBTQ+ community. Attending these events shows your support and helps raise awareness about LGBTQ+ issues.

Find local Pride parades and events: Many cities host Pride parades, festivals, and parties throughout June. Check local listings and community boards for events near you.

Volunteer your time: Many Pride events rely onolunteers to run smoothly. Consider donating your time to help organize or manage an event.

Donate to LGBTQ+ Organizations

Financial support is crucial for the many organizations that work tirelessly to support LGBTQ+ rights, provide services, and advocate for change.

Choose reputable organizations: Some well-known LGBTQ+ organizations include The Trevor Project, GLAAD, Human Rights Campaign, and the National Center for Transgender Equality.

Support local initiatives: Local LGBTQ+ centers and shelters often need funds to provide direct services to community members. Donating to these can have a significant impact on your local community.

Support Marginalized Groups Within the LGBTQ+ Community

While Pride Month celebrates the entire LGBTQ+ spectrum, it’s important to give special attention to marginalized groups within the community who often face higher levels of discrimination and violence, such as black trans women.

Advocate for intersectional equality: Support organizations that focus on the unique challenges faced by marginalized groups within the LGBTQ+ community.

Amplify diverse voices: Use your platform to share stories and perspectives from marginalized groups within the LGBTQ+ community.

Be Mindful of Where You Spend Your Money

Where you spend your money matters, especially during Pride Month. Supporting businesses that are LGBTQ+ friendly and avoiding those that fund anti-LGBTQ+ agendas is a significant way to make a difference.

Research businesses: Before making purchases, research companies to ensure they have inclusive policies and support LGBTQ+ rights.

Buy from LGBTQ+ owned businesses: Support the community directly by purchasing from businesses owned by LGBTQ+ individuals.

Educate Yourself and Others

One of the most powerful ways to support the LGBTQ+ community is through education. Understanding the history, struggles, and achievements of the LGBTQ+ movement can help foster empathy and advocacy.

Read and share resources: Books like “Stonewall” by Martin Duberman and “The Gay Revolution” by Lillian Faderman provide comprehensive histories of the LGBTQ+ movement.

Attend workshops and webinars: Many organizations offer educational sessions on LGBTQ+ issues. Participating in these can deepen your understanding and help you become a better ally.

Take Action Locally and Globally

Celebrating Pride Month is about more than rainbow ﬂags and parades. It’s about taking tangible actions to support the LGBTQ+ community. Whether you’re donating to a local shelter, attending a Pride event, or choosing to shop at LGBTQ+ friendly businesses, every action counts. By actively participating in these initiatives, you not only celebrate Pride but also contribute to a more inclusive and equitable world.

This June, let’s come together to honor the LGBTQ+ community and continue the fight for equality and acceptance. Happy Pride Month!

Photos by: Russ Bowen-Youngblood

You Wanna See Delta Work Go Off?

By Mikkel Hyldebrandt

Delta Work is the Emmy Award-winning drag performer known for competing on season 3 of RuPaul’s Drag Race. These days, she is perhaps even better known for her video podcast “Very Delta,” where she famously discusses various topics and interviews other performers and personalities from the world of drag. David got to catch up with Delta before her Atlanta “Very Delta Live!” show on June 9 at City Winery.

Dear Delta, let’s get it out of the way here at the beginning – just like in yourpodcast – what do you want to go off on today?

Me, “Espresso” by Sabrina Carpenter. I never properly pronounce Nespresso, and I thought it was a song about the coffee maker. I thought she was holding the space for coffee convenience. I realized I was wrong.

It is evident that you have mastered the art of the rant – have you always had that capability? I am very talkative. I am an only child raised by a single parent. We moved a lot. I had to learn to speak up for myself at a very early age. I learned to see both sides of a coin. I am able to assimilate into any group comfortably. I quickly read context clues. I love watching people. I think I would have been a great spy or a lawyer.

Tell us about your journey since gaining national attention on Drag Race more than ten years ago. How did you end up hosting an award-winning podcast?

When I was a guest on “Race Chaser” hosted by Willam and Alaska years ago, I believe it was there that I planted the seed. I think podcasting is for anyone and everyone. We all have a viewpoint. We all have something to say. “Very That with Delta and Raja” is the mother of “Very Delta”. The original pod was a pandemic project. It was born out of isolation, but as the world opened up and opportunities presented themselves, it showed itself as not a forever project for both of us. But it would survive in another form. Raja has remained an integral part of the stories. She still remains a mainstay visitor.

A personal Delta favorite is how you speak about and describe fragrances. If they are not front and center in your video podcast, you have numerous social media posts critiquing fragrances, old and new. First, what is it about fragrances that you love so much?

Fragrance is referential to me. It tells a lot about a person. Who we want people to know we are. It precedes us in a room. It can project power, prestige, innocence, wonder. It can evoke a feeling, unlock a memory!

Secondly, about fragrances: Where did you learn so much about fragrances? Oh, and what are your favorites (now and all-time)?

I am an amateur admirer. I am only led by my nose. I have no training, and much of my fragrance language is possibly misused. But I try to teach myself and understand notes and layers. What mixes with what to create a new layer. What lets the sweetness speak. What grounds an exaggerated ingredient and helps it dance with sophistication. Faves will generally be heavier, heady fragrances. Youth Dew by Estee Lauder, Coco by Coco Chanel, Red by Giorgio, Passion by Elizabeth Taylor, Paloma Picasso, Knowing by Lancôme, Magie Noire Lancôme.

Let’s talk about your show, “Very Delta Live!”: For those who are familiar with your podcast; what can they expect from seeing Delta live?

Everything you see and hear on the talk show and the pod, but specific to the city and location. Live entertainers from the community, a guest who has a finger on the pulse of the queer community. A question and answer session as the “Read Me Delta” letter segment.

Will we get a segment of “You wanna see me go off?”

I will always find time to complain and offer no solution!

… and will there be fragrance?

I travel with no less than three fragrances—my mood changes.

Speaking more broadly, how do you think drag culture has evolved since you become part of the cultural phenomenon?

I am glad to see drag entertainers in politics, teaching, dancing across the globe, being recognized in media like never before.

Where do you think drag culture is going?

I hope drag continues taking over the world. People need to see themselves on TV, in magazines in song. It is only through queer visibility can we all realize we can be more because WE ARE MORE.

If you were to pair this Q&A with a fragrance, which would it be?

CK BE! It’s pride month. We must BEEE OURSELVES.

Finally, please tell us where we can find you: social media, podcast, on the road, etc.

I am most active on Instagram as @deltawork. I do have a TikTok account under my name, but I don’t have many followers. I have to admit I take more from TikTok than I give back. I should provide more. I am, however, currently obsessed with @ verymemeabledelta on TikTok, who has been doing outrageous songs and memes based on Very Delta monologues.

Is there anything else you’d like to add?

I am grateful for your time and am excited to see the beautiful people of Atlanta!