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Welcome to Beyond Vanilla 2008!

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The timeline for activities can be found as a picture here. This includes the WORKSHOP SCHEDULES!

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The National Leather Association-Dallas (NLA-Dallas) and the Beyond Vanilla Committee would like to thank you for your interest in Beyond Vanilla XVIII!

Beyond Vanilla is sponsored by NLA-Dallas and supported through the efforts of a wonderful group of individuals who provide their time and talent to bring you this Pantheon of Leather award-winning event. It is an educational and social weekend devoted to BDSM techniques and D/s relationships. Workshops geared towards novice and intermediate individuals are intermingled with social opportunities and lots of entertainment.

The Beyond Vanilla Committee is working diligently to put together an event that is fun, educational and provides opportunities to connect with old friends and make new acquaintances. Each year we strive to bring attendees something new while remaining true to the foundation that has proven successful in the past. This year we are pleased to bring you:

* Workshops: Many workshops conducted by distinguished presenters from across the country.
* NLA-International's 22nd Annual General Meeting: NLA-I's AGM will have guest speakers from organizations such as NCSF, Sexual Freedom Network, Leather Archives and Museum and more.
* Vendors Market: A wonderful array of vendors offering toys, fashions and that special kinky item you just have to have. The “Whip Lounge” will be back, as well. Enjoy cracking a few in between shopping sprees!
* Play Party: Get together with your friends for fun and play. Passes are a hot commodity, so get yours early when they go on sale at the event.
* Silent Auction: See all the interesting items that could be yours if you are the highest bidder.
* The Leather Quilt: Displayed at Leather events across the country, it's a moveable part of Leather Pride.
* Teeter-Totter-a-Thon: Have fun and raise money for Bryan’s House – an organization that supports children and families affected by HIV and AIDS.
* International Puppy and Trainer Conference: Learn all about human pups and those who train and love them.
* Entertainment: Ongoing entertainment provided by Texas-based fetish production groups The Serpentarium and The Temple of Flesh.
* Bootblacking: Enjoy the service provided or step up and shine a few yourself.
* Saturday Evening Dinner and Keynote Address: Enjoy a plated dinner service and hear the Keynote Address given by our esteemed guest, MsTwisted.

We hope you will join us for the Beyond Vanilla experience and add your energy to the mix!

In Leather,

Lady Faye Falconnier & David Henry
Dawn Knowlton & SirTxTorture
NLA-Dallas Co-Chairs
Beyond Vanilla XVIII Co-Directors

Schedule:

The timeline for activites can be found as a picture here.

Press Release:

The press release for Beyond Vanilla XVIII can be found here.