SOLD OUT - CSPC New Member Orientation and Fresh Meet - June 2025

What: New Member Orientation
Where: Gallery Erato - 309 1st Ave S., Seattle
When: 7 - 8 p.m.
**Doors will open 30 minutes before orientation begins. Please plan to arrive early to give yourself enough time to park and check in. Doors for Orientation will close 10 minutes after start time; if you arrive late you may be denied entry.**

The party runs immediately following orientation, from 8:00 p.m. to midnight. 

Cost: $40 (sliding scale available)

By registering for this event, you are registering for:

• New Member Orientation
• A one-month CSPC membership
• A ticket to Fresh Meet

No Obligation! Your registration pays for your ticket to the party and a one-month membership. If you attend orientation and then decide that you do not want to become a member of the CSPC—and therefore not attend the party—we will absolutely refund your money. Just let the registration volunteer know you’d like a refund on your way out the door and email membership@thecspc.org. Please note that aside from this orientation-specific policy, we do not offer ticket refunds or issue coupon codes for reasons outside of illness or personal emergency. 

About Fresh Meet:

Welcome to Seattle's Kink Scene!

Join us in the exciting world of Seattle kink at Fresh Meet, an energetic and welcoming event designed to connect newcomers and experienced players. 

Fresh Meet is the ideal party for kink-curious individuals, newcomers to the CSPC community, and those looking to expand their kinky network, offering a unique combination of socializing, atmosphere, play, and introductory experiences across a diverse range of kink interests.

The Vibe:
Upstairs, reminiscent of a sober cocktail party, with fun and sexy background music, ambient lighting, and friendly conversations happening throughout the venue in a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Downstairs, our dedicated playspace with equipment set up and ready for action!

The Party:

• Play & Socializing (8:00 PM - Midnight): Enjoy the rich setting of the Gallery Erato, a historic Pioneer Square venue featuring two floors of play and mingle space. Relax on comfy couches and chat with fellow attendees, explore the rotating erotic art exhibits, or head to dedicated play space in the basement.
   
• Kink Tastings (8:30 PM - 10:30 PM): Dip your toes into a variety of kinky experiences with tastings led by our organization-approved, experienced members. Sample a range of play types, including electro, impact play (flogging, canes), cupping, rope, sensation play and more!. Each tasting begins with a consent negotiation to ensure your comfort and safety.
   
• Make Connections: Break the ice and discover new connections through our fun and engaging icebreaker activities. To kickstart mutual connections and play, use our pick-up play board to indicate your interests and find others seeking similar experiences.

How to prepare for this event:

• Please review our New Member Packet
• Check out our Essential House Rules

What to expect upon arrival:

• All tickets are sold online, there will be no tickets sold at the door.
• No late arrivals! Doors open for New Member Orientation open 15 minutes prior to start time. Doors close for new member orientation 10 minutes after start time. If you are not inside the doors before they close you will not be admitted into the orientation and cannot attend the event.
• Please arrive in street legal attire.
• All attendees will need to show a valid government-issued ID to be checked-in. If you do not bring your ID or if it is expired we cannot admit you.
• There is a coat closet on the main floor and lockers in the basement which can be secured with padlocks (please bring your own padlock if you wish to use one).

What we provide:

• Safer sex supplies, cleaning supplies, clean sheets and towels
• Light snacks and non-alcoholic drinks for keeping energy up

What to bring with you:

• Your valid legal ID and a mask
• Whatever makes you feel sexy! Especially special attire and your toy bag
• A reusable water bottle to fill up at our water station
• We invite you to bring your own sheets and towels to use, as that helps us keep down our laundry costs

Parking and Public Transit:

• Gallery Erato is located at 309 1st Ave S. in Seattle. There is a pay parking lot along our north wall. Less expensive options are available a few blocks away.
• Street parking is free after 6 p.m., and there are several parking garages in the neighborhood.
• This neighborhood is very well served by public transportation, including many bus lines, the streetcar, and the Pioneer Square LINK light rail station which is two blocks to the east.

Accessibility:

• There is a small lip from the brick sidewalk into the Gallery. We have a wheelchair ramp to transition over this lip so that the main floor of our space is accessible to folks in wheelchairs. Please let us know when you arrive if you need the ramp.
• There is play space, refreshments, and restrooms on the main floor.
• Unfortunately, the basement, which has additional play space and restrooms, is only accessible by stairs.
• Restrooms are gender neutral, and can be found on both floors.
• This is not a scent-free space.

Have more questions? Check out our FAQ!
We are a 100% volunteer-run organization, so it helps us immensely if you check the FAQ before emailing. Thank you!