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• OhioSMART Ties July: Hojojitsu

  • When
    July 13, 2025
  •  
    2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org

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  Hojojitsu is a traditional Japanese martial art that combines grappling / rough body play and rope work. Attend this event to learn foundational ties and how to use them in a scene!

  Hard Night will be sharing his experiences and practice of Hojojitsu in motion.

  Come join us as we explore a style of tying that combines rope with a more physical form of play. This class will be very hands on and up close. Participants may wish to have a partner they enjoy tying with, but anyone wishing to negotiate with someone without a tying partner is welcome too.

  The session will include rope handling, takedowns, grappling, pressure points, and a few restraining ties.

  You will need a single 28’ to 30’ length of rope. If you don’t have any rope, we will have a small supply on hand.

  Hard Night had been active in the public kink and rope community for nearly 10 years and has shared his experiences with rope and kink on several occasions with OhioSMART Ties.

  Schedule:

  1:45 PM: Doors and registration are open

  2:00(ish) PM: Class is in session

  2:30 PM: Registration closes, doors are locked

  5:00 PM: Class over

  
  

  If this is your first time at the space, please make sure you email your legal name and DOB into info@ohiosmart.org in order to get the address and all the event details!

  
  

  Questions or concerns? Email info@ohiosmart.org and someone 

  
  

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• OhioSMART Gamers July Munch: Aladdin's (Independence Location)

  • When
    July 16, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    Aladdin's Eatery Rockside Location: 6901 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131

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  Let's get together and hang out with some of your favorite nerds!

  Our agenda is to discuss Akron Pride...But also, what events or cons we're looking forward to? And what are you playing? What are you reading? Any cosplay projects of which you'd like to regale us?

  Let's have some shawarma and discuss!

  Please note:
  This Aladdin's Eatery is the Independence Location!
  6901 Rockside Rd, Independence, OH 44131

  Parking:
  It's a plaza! Lots of parking in plazas!

  RSVP not necessary, but helps Aladdin's know how to set up tables. RSVP on the event listing to help us with accurate numbers! If you have any questions, reach out to info@ohiosmart.org 

  
  

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• OhioSMART July Third Saturday: Beyond Boot Blacking - Hands-on with History with BootWitch

  • Start
    July 19, 2025
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • End
    July 20, 2025
  •  
    2:00 AM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org

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  Come join us on OhioSMART Third Saturday July: Beyond Boot Blacking - Hands-on with History presented by BootWitch!

  BootWitch walks you through the start of BootBlacking and the impact of gear care on the Queer community. But, it's more than boots, they will cover the basics of caring for Leather, Rubber, and Neoprene. Come get your hands on some gear that needs love (or feel free to bring your own), so you know what to look for, for yourself and to ensure your local bootblack doesn’t cry on the inside when you sit for them.

  Please note: Rubber and Neoprene do need a long period of time to dry. These items may be a complete at home project.

  BootWitch Bio:

  BootWitch is a Boot Black from Cincinnati, OH with over seven years of experience at the stand. They have provided services at events like North American Bear, Cincinnati Leather Weekend, Cincinnati Critter Contest, Iowa Leather Weekend, various community events, and private sessions. They enjoy teaching bootblacking from a perspective of care and preservation of gear and goods. They are experienced in taking care of leather, rubber/latex, and neoprene. BootWitch is always looking to expand their kit and add more information to their knowledge pool! So be sure to come strike up a conversation with them, they're open to questions that range from 101 to more advanced questions on specific pieces and aren't afraid to refer to their mentors for assistance as well.

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  Schedule:
  7:45 PM: Doors Open, Registration Opens
  8:10(ish) PM: Class Begins
  10:00 PM: Class Ends, Party Begins
  11:00 PM: Registration Closes, No Entry Permitted Past This Time
  2:00 AM: Closing Time

  Please note: We share our facility and parking lot with another club. On busy nights, a parking attendant in a safety vest may be present to direct your vehicle to park in a specific location. Please respect and follow the attendant's directions, thank you.

  Please email info@ohiosmart.org with your name and DOB prior to 7 pm if this is your first event! After 7 pm, we cannot guarantee someone will be able to process for your information for the address until after the event has concluded.

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• OhioSMART July Munch: Barroco in Lakewood

  • When
    July 22, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    12906 Madison Avenue Lakewood, Ohio, United States

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  Anyone looking to mingle while enjoying some good food and drink is welcome! The event is for everyone, but especially helpful to anyone that would like to come socialize in a relaxed setting or get information about OhioSMART in a casual environment.

  This month we are heading to Barroco in Lakewood! Barroco has a wonderful selection of authentic Latin American food and great drinks. You can check out their menu here!

  Weather permitting we will be at their outdoor patio tables in back of the restaurant. When you arrive just ask for SMART and they will direct you to us.

  As a note: Please make sure you are RSVPing 24 hours before the event. We update the numbers the day before to get the best seating arrangements. Thank you in advance for your assistance on this!

  
  

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• OhioSMART July Queers Event: Trivia Night @ BottleHouse Brewery And Meadery

  • When
    July 28, 2025
  •  
    7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
  • Location
    2050 Lee Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio, United States

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  Join us Monday July 28th for Trivia Night at BottleHouse Cleveland Heights! Doors open at 6, trivia starts at 7. We'll be in the main area, ask for Gehenna or look for the table with the teddy bear plushie in the pup hood.

  If you haven't been there before, BottleHouse is a queer-friendly bar and meadery on Lee Rd in Cleveland Heights.

  Please reach out to OhioSMART at info@ohiosmart.org with any questions. Hope to see you there!

  
  

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• OhioSMART August First Friday: ABC (Anything But Clothes) Play Party!

  • Start
    August 01, 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • End
    August 02, 2025
  •  
    1:00 AM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org

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  OhioSMART is having an ABC themed Play Party! And that means, "Anything But Clothes." Come in your fancy bath towels or don your finest tin foil! The goal of the night is to get creative!

  Maybe a cop top of tickets?
  A tin foil sash?
  Caution Tape Shorts?
  Dental Floss Accessories?
  Glow Stick Vest?

  We'll be premiering our new Selfie Booth with a special OhioSMART background! Come have some fun, snap a picture, and play the night away!

  As a reminder - glass is not permitted in the space.

  Schedule:
  8:45 PM: Doors Open
  9:00 PM: Party Begins, Selfie Booth Opens in Arch
  10:00 PM (ish): Selfie Booth Ends in Arch
  11:00 PM: Registration Closes, No admittance after 11 PM.
  1:00 AM: Closing Time

  Please note: We share our facility and parking lot with another club. On busy nights, a parking attendant in a safety vest may be present to direct your vehicle to park in a specific location. Please respect and follow the attendant's directions, thank you.

  Please email info@ohiosmart.org with your name and DOB prior to 8 pm if this is your first event! After 8 pm, we cannot guarantee someone will be able to process your information for the address until after the event has concluded.

  Need more info? You can contact info@ohiosmart.org for additional details!

  
  

  
  

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• OhioSMART August Third Saturday: Glow Party with Sensation Stations

  • Start
    August 16, 2025
  •  
    8:00 PM
  • End
    August 17, 2025
  •  
    2:00 AM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org

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  Come join OhioSMART for its Second Annual Glow Party with Sensation Stations. Whether you are interested in a Glow or Sensation Stations Party - this event is for you!

  During this party, one of the dungeons will be set for a Glow Party! We will have backlight reactive items (like Glow Sticks) and some stations set up that react to UV light - like wax!

  For the Sensation Stations, local tops will be there to demonstrate different types of play at individual stations around the dungeon. This allows you, the participant, to try the things you are curious about, but maybe didn't want to devote an entire scene to. This is also a great event for newcomers who have yet to try particular types of play. As they say, you never know until you try, and you just might find something you love.

  As a note: Each individual participant, those topping at the station and bottoming for the sensation, will be actively negotiating during the event. If you are new to the scene or what we call 'pick up play,' (any play done "in the moment") please stop by our negotiation station first!

  Stations
  

  • Consent/Negotiation Station
  • Wax Station: Kare_B
  • Rope Station: HardNight
  • Chains and Wraps Station: Col_Chestbridge
  • Critter and Pet Station: -Korvin- 
  • Glow Face Paint Station: ItsCherry
  • Canes Station: -Kasey-
  • Pressure Points: PrettyWhenYouCry

  Schedule:
  7:45 PM: Doors Open, Registration Opens
  8:10(ish) PM: Glow Party/Sensation Stations Begin
  10:00 PM: Glow Party/Sensation Stations End
  11:00 PM: Registration Closes, No Entry Permitted Past This Time
  2:00 AM: Closing Time

  Please note: We share our facility and parking lot with another club. On busy nights, a parking attendant in a safety vest may be present to direct your vehicle to park in a specific location. Please respect and follow the attendant's directions, thank you.

  Please email info@ohiosmart.org with your name and DOB prior to 7 pm if this is your first event! After 7 pm, we cannot guarantee someone will be able to process for your information for the address until after the event has concluded.

  
  

  
  

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• OhioSMART August Members Only: Back to School Party

  • Start
    August 30, 2025
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • End
    August 31, 2025
  •  
    1:00 AM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org

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  We all know someone itching to be put in detention or get smacked with a ruler; or others who want to come celebrate getting an “A+” in being a bottom. This event is a safe(r) place for all types of role play from the mean headmistress to the resident therapy pup. Bring your texbook covers and pocket protected to OhioSMART August Members Only Back to School event! Come to get into the headspace with OhioSMART as you prepare to head back to school!

  Schedule:

  • 8:45 Registration Opens
  • 11:00 Registration is closed
  • 1:00 Party is Over, Thanks for Coming!

  **To attend Members Only you must have paid for a membership at least 24 hours in advance.

  We do allow paperwork to be done at the front desk, but we cannot (for legal reasons) accept money at the door for these events.**

  Please email info@ohiosmart.org with any questions or concerns.

  
  

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• Fetish Flea Weekend 2025: Early Bird Registration

  • Start
    October 17, 2025
  •  
    6:00 PM
  • End
    October 19, 2025
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org

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  Cleveland's Original Fetish Flea Market is Back for 2025

  This time with a FULL WEEKEND event!

  The weekend starts with an optional munch on Thursday, October 16, 2025 at Kumo Japanese Seafood Buffet. This year both Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18 will have classes, play parties, special events, raffle baskets for the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom fundraiser, vending, and more! On Sunday, October 19, 2025, we’ll have our usual Rope Intensive with additional classes and special events!

  Don’t forget, it is always FREE to shop!

  This year we have an entire side dedicated to our vendors for a true Vendor Hall experience!

  Don't forget! If this is your first time to our space, please send your legal name and DOB to info@ohiosmart.org for directions to the space and information for first time attendees.

  

  Ticket Prices & Types

  All Access Weekend Pass

  All Vending, Socials, Classes, and Play Parties Friday through Sunday. The Rope Intensive is a separate ticket.

  Member

  Price	Date Range
  $90	Early Bird until July 31
  $120	Standard Price until September 30
  $160	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $130	Early Bird until July 31
  $150	Standard Price until September 30
  $190	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  Friday All Access Pass

  All Vending, Classes, Socials, and Play Party on Friday, October 17.

  Member

  Price	Date Range
  $35	Early Bird until July 31
  $40	Standard Price until September 30
  $50	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $45	Early Bird until July 31
  $50	Standard Price until September 30
  $60	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  Saturday Day Pass

  All Vending, Classes, and Socials on Saturday, October 18. Does not include the Saturday Play Party.

  Member
  

  Price	Date Range
  $40	Early Bird until July 31
  $45	Standard Price until September 30
  $55	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $45	Early Bird until July 31
  $50	Standard Price until September 30
  $60	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  Saturday Night Play Party

  All Vending and Play Party on Saturday, October 18.

  Member
  

  Price	Date Range
  $35	Early Bird until July 31
  $40	Standard Price until September 30
  $50	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $45	Early Bird until July 31
  $50	Standard Price until September 30
  $60	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  Saturday All Access Pass

  All Vending, Classes, Socials, and Play Party on Saturday, October 18.

  Member
  

  Price	Date Range
  $55	Early Bird until July 31
  $65	Standard Price until September 30
  $85	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $70	Early Bird until July 31
  $80	Standard Price until September 30
  $100	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  Sunday Only Pass

  Classes and Socials on Sunday, October 19. The Rope Intensive is a separate ticket.

  Member
  

  Price	Date Range
  $20	Early Bird until July 31
  $25	Standard Price until September 30
  $35	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $25	Early Bird until July 31
  $30	Standard Price until September 30
  $40	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  Volunteering 
  

  This year OhioSMART's Fetish Flea event has numerous volunteer opportunities! Volunteer positions and applications will go live no later than May 30, 2025.

  Volunteers can work a two-hour shift or can work 4 hours overall. There may be some flexibility in floater positions.

  A 2-hour shift will receive 25% off an All-Access Ticket for the Weekend (this does not include the Rope Intensive).

  A total of 4 hours will receive 50% off an All-Access Ticket for the Weekend (this does not include the Rope Intensive).

  *Please note: There is a mandatory volunteer meeting which includes training. This will be an online meeting. Times and dates to come to the meeting with be included in volunteer offer letters.

  Priority Applications: May 30 - June 30

  Rolling Basis Applications: July 1 - August 20

  You can find all the information on volunteering and the volunteer app here.

  
  

  Financial Scholarships

  At OhioSMART we believe that everyone should be able to access education and events. We firmly believe that there is no such thing as "not needy enough" or "I don't deserve assistance." If you are looking for additional financial assistance - for whatever reason - please reach out to info@ohiosmart.org with "Financial Scholarship," in the title of the email and someone will be back with you asap.

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• Fetish Flea Weekend 2025: Rope Intensive

  • When
    October 19, 2025
  •  
    11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Email info@ohiosmart.org
  • Spaces left
    18

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  Cleveland's Original Fetish Flea Market Rope Intensive is Back for 2025

  Come join us for 6 hours of ROPE! This year we have Air teaching Inspirational Sadomasochism and Tying Without a Plan! You can find all the details below!

  Please note, registration is limited by capacity! There are 24 tickets available - once they are gone, they are gone!

  

  Inspirational

  Sadomasochism

  Presenter: Air

  Sunday, October 19, 2025

  11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

  Woo hoo! Risk-aware, absurdity-driven, creative, and hilariously torturous predicament play, for all levels and all hoomans, no partner required, but always welcome. This class is demo/discussion of predicament play with rope…. and a few other things I’ve picked up along the way. I will be demonstrating a variety of self-tied predicaments, but just b/c I’m unpartnered, you don’t have to be! This class is intended for anyone interested in (or obsessed with) predicament play! As is coming to be expected in my classes, the demo will be entertaining, creative and ridiculous... But I promise, we won’t let the shenanigans deter us from learning a ton and I’m confident everyone will leave with new skills to practice and things to try!! *Heads Up* This is not a follow-the-specific-pattern class.

  
  

  Class Format:

  Demo/Discussion/Participants Play

  
  

  Intended Audience:

  Content appropriate for self-tiers, tying pairs, and groups!

  
  

  Skill Level: 

  Beginner+/Intermediate 

  Auditors of any skill level welcome. 

  
  

  PRE-REQS:

  Working knowledge of single column tie and basic rope frictions necessary for those planning to tie. 

  
  

  To Bring:

  • Tying participants will need at least 6 hanks of rope
  • Cutters (*must be able to keep on person if self-tying)
  • Any desired toys, vibrators, clamps, hoods, gags, sensory items, etc. for predicament play
  • May want a few lengths of smaller diameter rope
  • Also might like a blanket or yoga mat if desired
  • Spotter encouraged but not necessary

  
  

  LUNCH Break

  Sunday, October 19, 2025

  1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

  Optional Add On

  Lunch tickets can be purchased as an add on with Rope Intensive Tickets. We will be ordering catering from Aladdin's Eatery. Please indicate food allergies or concerns on the registration page.

  
  

  Tying Without a Plan

  Presenter: Air

  Sunday, October 19, 2025

  2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

  A lack of a plan does not mean a lack of intention. To safely break the rules, one must first learn them. In this class, I will help you become more adaptable and creative as we explore how to leverage our existing skills and knowledge, while trusting ourselves to innovate. One of my favorite aspects of this play is that by not micromanaging and staying present, we discover beautiful (and often hilarious) places we never knew existed.

  
  

  Skill Level:

  Intermediate

  
  

  Everyone will need:

  • Quality negotiation skills
  • Excellent verbal communication
  • Basic anatomy of nerves and pressure points
  • Body awareness
  • To be a good self-advocate

  Those who plan to suspend will need:

  • Tying folx - solid up line management, a suspendable upper body harness.
  • Those in rope - suspension experience
  • Self-tiers - self-suspension experience. 

  Floorwork folx will need:

  • Tying folx
  • Solid single column ties
  • Working knowledge of basic tension
  • Frictions
  • Body handling skills

  Tying participants will need:

  • Full rope kit
  • Carabiners
  • Preferred suspension equipment,
  • Straps
  • Cutters (*must be able to keep on person if self-tying)

  
  

  What this class is NOT:

  -NOT a suspension sequence class. 

  -NOT a *follow the specific pattern* class

  
  

  

  Ticket Prices & Types

  

  Without the Lunch Option

  Member

  Price	Date Range
  $50	Early Bird until July 31
  $60	Standard Price until September 30
  $70	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $60	Early Bird until July 31
  $70	Standard Price until September 30
  $80	Late Pricing until October 17

  

  With the Lunch Option

  Member

  Price	Date Range
  $65	Early Bird until July 31
  $75	Standard Price until September 30
  $85	Late Pricing until October 17

  Guest

  Price	Date Range
  $75	Early Bird until July 31
  $85	Standard Price until September 30
  $95	Late Pricing until October 17

  
  

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