Foundations Presents: An Evening with HM Jeff

Foundations Presents: An Evening with Headmaster Jeff on August 11th

This class will be held in person at the Folsom Street Community Center at 1286 Folsom street, San Francisco CA.

An Evening with Headmaster Jeff

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Class Description

We are excited to have Headmaster Jeff facilitate a discussion of Foundations in the context of Leather Tradition and the rich history we seek to honor and preserve. The conversation will include

1. What does Leather mean to you? Has it changed over time?
2. What does Foundations mean to you? Has it changed over time?
3. What is the future of Leather?

This class will be an exploration of how the scene started, where we find ourselves and how this community is growing and changing into the future, while holding onto the radical self-expression that was cultivated in the early Gay Leather community. An overview of Leather history will extend from the early days of the 40s and 50s, to its development in the 70s and 80s, how the early internet impacted it and where we find ourselves today!

Presenter Bio

A graduate of the Venture 2024 cohort, Headmaster Jeff has served as Foundations Headmaster since early 2025. He has been inexplicably drawn to Leather for as long as he can recall, and thrives in Leather education. Having recently organized a booth for Foundations for Dore Alley, Headmaster Jeff hopes to continue fundraising and hosting parties to ensure the traditions of Leather remain vibrant and widespread.

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The health and safety of our community is of the utmost importance to us. While in class you will be expected to abide by all requirements listed below as well as any told to you by Foundations staff. Foundations will do everything in our power to mitigate the risk of Covid-19 exposure, however it is the sole responsibility of every individual attending to protect themselves from potential infection.

Requirements to Attend:

- Must fill out a waiver.

- Any physical contact must be negotiated and consented to by each individual.

- Must be 18 or older (as always).

- Must show photo ID at entrance.

- Must promptly follow all instruction given by Foundations staff.

Notes to Consider:

- Surfaces will be sanitized before and after each class.

- If you are ill, or have symptoms indicative of COVID-19, please stay home—those who are ill with COVID-19 symptoms will not be admitted.

Class Details:

- Class is from 7pm-9pm.

- Doors open at 6:30, class starts promptly at 7:00.

- Doors are closed to entry at 7:00 when class starts.

- Please arrive at 6:30 for admittance if you are new.

The suggested donation is $20. Donations accepted by cash or credit card. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Location:

Folsom Street Community Center, 1286 Folsom street, San Francisco CA.

(The space is ADA compliant.)

There will be a munch afterwards at Extreme Pizza at 1062 Folsom Street.

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