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Hello lovelies,

If you somehow missed all the big changes for April and beyond: our list archives are at http://houseofscorpio.com/cgi-bin/dada/mail.cgi -- the last two emails have all the updates.

April is a great time to join HoS as a member...while we have more events than ever that are open to all, members always get perks and discounts. And your info is kept in the system, so it's quick and easy to register for events, even as you're rolling up to the door (the Wild Apricot app is best for that).

Full April calendar:

- Tomorrow! Wed 4.9 - Bedroom Badass ($0-30, open to non-members) - Intro to Scene Building 1 - Now that we've covered communication and negotiation, next up is the topic that can baffle even many pros: how do you actually create a "scene" with your partner that explores all those exciting ideas you may have talked about and negotiated for? It's one thing to know what physical activities you want to engage in, but how do you make that fantasy a navigable reality that can bring the most pleasure to all parties, and flow smoothly from point to point? We're here to tell you how! [We highly recommend this class as a pre-cursor to the other scene-building class this month, but it's not required.)

- This Fri 4.11 - Lip Service: pansexual makeout party ($0-25, members only) - our beloved cozy, cute & wholesome kissing party. Wear your sexy best and lock lips with just your play partner(s) or other guests at the one event where making out all night is not just acceptable, but encouraged! Reminder: LS is the ONLY event where you can get vetted in person for Countdown and any other play events; otherwise you have to follow the steps outlined on the HoS site.

- Next Wed 4.16 - New kink social & Lady Euphoria's Birthday party! ($0-15, open to non-members). As guided or freeform of a social event as YOU make it, open to everyone from kink-curious to pros. Come with your questions, experiences, and even tools, if you may want a technique correction or have a specific inquiry. This is NOT a play event, but demos are welcome for learning & sharing purposes.

- Next Fri 4.18 - FemFlirt + MeetMarket ($0-20, members only) - Internet dating is just awful these days, right? To the tune of Prince: let's flirt in person like it's 1999! Half the room is dedicated to a safe and encouraging space for fem & NB flirting, with bonus flirting class by Vonka, and half the room is for all-gender flirting. The bar is a social safe space with no flirting, just friendly chat. Singles and dating non-singles of all genders and orientations welcome.

- Wed 4.23 - Bedroom Badass ($0-30, open to non-members) - Creating Routines & Rituals in Kink Play - Now that you have the basics, we can start getting advanced! Kink can be a way to access deep trance-like internal states and deeply meaningful connections with your play partners. Elevate your experience by exploring routines and rituals that help reach those magical moments.

- Fri 4.25 - Dark DecaDance ($0-20, open to non-members) - a classic goth dance party in a queer-forward space, with light kink play welcome.

- Sat 4.26 - Countdown: pansexual play party ($0-50, members only) - Come play fully, with your partner or consenting others. Approval required for this one!

- Sun 4.27 - Sinema Club: exploring gender & sexuality on screen ($0-10, open to non-members) - this month: Oscar winner Anora & SW documentary short One Leg In, One Leg Out.

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Please reserve tickets in advance! It helps us plan entertainment, staff and supplies. Friend with Benefits level+ members can even retain credit for any unused tickets and roll them over to another event (please email to request rollover). If you want to upgrade levels: https://bit.ly/4bsZAKQ
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Cheers,

Miss Scorpio
http://www.houseofscorpio.com

One-time donations: https://www.paypal.me/geminiandscorpio or https://www.venmo.com/gemini-scorpio
Monthly donations & HoS event access: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html
HoS FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/259688232814
Miss S on Fetlife: http://fetlife.com/users/680639

G&S regular events & list: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com
Instagram: http://instagram.com/houseof_scorpio | http://instagram.com/gemini_scorpio
Bluesky: @gemini-scorpio | Twitter: @gemini_scorpio

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DEAR PRESS,
We love you, but please don't list HoS events without checking with us. ~ xo, Miss S
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WED 4.9: CLASS
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House of Scorpio
presents
 
Bedroom Badass class & practice with Lady Euphoria

Intro to Scene Building 1
 
Wed 4.9*, 7-11pm, 21+ (25+ suggested)
For existing & prospective HoS members**; members: $0-30 / non-members: $30 + $2 fee
Bar & lounge: HoS Clubhouse, $FREE***
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)

Official info: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Memberships & tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log for member tix)

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/530225816429300
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1743154
PL: https://plra.io/m/bedroom-badass-class-and-practice-intro-to-scene-bu
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

With communication and negotiation now in your toolbox, fantasy can be made into reality with a little skill-building and scene crafting. In this beginner course, we'll talk about how to build scenes using mood and tone, how to stay creative in your approach, and how to create point of departure that leaves room for exploration. We’ll talk about using connection points to drive a scene, and having intention in your tools and activities. Go beyond standard roleplay or D/s with the creative tools in this workshop...you can build any fantasy you desire, if you learn these steps. (If you missed the communication and negotiation classes, come early for a brief review!)

Some topics to be covered:
- Using negotiation for scene premise
- Identifying connection & desire points
- Common scene building mistakes
- What makes a scene?
- What is a scene point-of-departure?
- Mood vs. Tone
- Intentional tool choice

All BB classes are a mixture of lecture, hands-on experience, and dedicated Q&A time. After class, stay for dedicated practice & play time to help you solidify your skills, while our teacher remains available for guidance. Class and practice are in the main space, while the bar lounge is open 7pm-12am if you want to arrive early or leave late -- or just need a break. Always BYO practice items, where relevant, though we will always have a selection on hand.

Our teacher: Lady Euphoria Sol is a Transformational Lifestyle & Professional Dominatrix, BDSM Educator, Coach and Ritualist. Her work centers inner exploration, shadow work and energetics in pursuit of Euphoria. She is most recently known for her role as former founding headmistress and curator of 7 Days of Domination, a quarterly week-long series of educational kink talks from worldwide BDSM experts.

Bedroom Badass is our series of workshops to take couples and individuals through various steps in opening up their relationships, or in exploring more adventurous sexual experiences. Whether you're a total novice or an old pro, each class has a range of information relevant to all experience levels.

*Bedroom Badass happens on the second (beginner) and fourth (advanced) Wednesday of each month

**HoS rules: HoS membership, dress code, PAL or prior approval not required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

***Plus: House of Scorpio Clubhouse
Whatever your membership level, you are invited to use our space as your clubhouse for the night. While the ticketed activities take place in the main space, the bar area remains open 7pm-11pm (12am if enough people are lounging). Just like with regular events, if you're Friend level and above, you can bring up to two friends with you. Order in dinner, have a few drinks, run a friendly board game, or just read a book on your own. This is not a mixer -- just us opening our doors for our members. It's up to you how much you socialize, if at all, and with whom.

COVID safety: HoS requires proof of vaccination on file; masks encouraged; two hospital grade UV air purifiers cycle the air.

 

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FRI 4.11: MAKEOUT PARTY
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House of Scorpio
presents

Lip Service: pansexual makeout party

Fri April 11*, 9pm-2am, 21+ (25+ suggested), HoS members only**
$0-25 depending on membership level
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)

Official info & house rules: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Memberships & tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log in to buy)

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/24144675818465713
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1736089
PL: https://plra.io/m/lip-service-pansexual-kissing-and-cocktails-party-354
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

Bring your luscious lips (yours and your PAL's), and join us for lubricating libations and naughty games with sexy friends and intriguing strangers. Bring toys & games to share (blindfolds? rope? sexy dice?).

Feeling shy or wanting to meet new folks? Come early! Meet our founder, Miss Scorpio. Between 9-10:30pm, Miss S is there to introduce new members to old timers, explain how the whole HoS thing works, and generally make a delightful fuss over your presence.

Think of our makeout parties as R-rated community mixers--a place to get to know your fellow kinksters, introduce a partner to a more playful lifestyle, and maybe even find a future PAL--before attending the more naughty play parties. It's also a way for us to vet you in person for those parties; talk to us at the event.

Dress to be kissed: sexy and fun. Fetish attire, formalwear, lingerie, corsets, tutus and costumes always welcome...and we consider those unisex options (the more colorful and outrageous, the better). No casual or business; door person WILL turn you away -- see Code of Conduct page on our site for more details on the dress code.

*Lip Service happens on the second Friday of every month

**HoS rules: HoS membership, PAL & Dress Code required; no prior approval required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

COVID safety: HoS requires proof of vaccination on file; masks encouraged; two hospital grade UV air purifiers will cycle the air.

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WED 4.16: KINK SOCIAL
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House of Scorpio and Lady Euphoria
present

New monthly kink-forward social series launch & Lady Euphoria's birthday party

Wed 4.16, 7-11pm, 21+ (25+ suggested)
For existing & prospective HoS members*; members: $0-15 / non-members: $15 + $2 fee
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)
 
Official info: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Memberships & tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log in for member tix)

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/2097629000755207
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1752686
PL: https://plra.io/m/new-monthly-kink-forward-social-series-launch-and-la
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

Starting in April, we're transforming our Wednesday nights into open-to-all social and educational evenings. HoS has always been about building community first and playtime second, and this night in particular will welcome both kink novices and veterans into a safe space for dialogue and exploration.

As a community event, this new monthly gathering will feature icebreakers, guided dialogue, storytelling, and lots of Q&A. As an extension of our classes, this night will be a place for follow-up questions, reviews and previews, and a way to request future workshops. Come to share or to listen, to try new things or to simply watch -- all are welcome.

What will happen here each month?
Stories...ALWAYS
Maybe exploring a different kink or fetish every month...
Maybe a demo or a taster...
Maybe a show and tell...
Maybe a live scene...

Who knows? Come for the launch and share your thoughts. We want to shape this event with YOUR desires in mind.

The launch event on Apr 16 is also Lady Euphoria's birthday party. Expect all the above components 7-9pm, and socializing and birthday celebrations 9-11pm.

*HoS rules: HoS membership, dress code, PAL, prior approval not required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

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FRI 4.18: FLIRTING PARTY
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House of Scorpio
presents

Two flirting parties in one: FemFlirt + MeetMarket

Fri, April 18, 8pm-1am (intros & social games 9-11pm), 21+ (25+ suggested)
For existing & prospective HoS members*; members: $0-20 / non-members: $20
Plus: FemFlirt class: 8pm-9pm, $5 extra
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)

Official info & house rules: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Memberships & tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log in to buy)

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/652856470831991
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1724643
PL: https://plra.io/m/two-flirting-parties-in-one-femflirt-meetmarket
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

For those of you who always ask how to meet potential partners and play PALs, finally: two flirting parties in one. We'll divide our large space in two, and run the events simultaneously.

On the dance floor & stage - FemFlirt: fem & non-binary mixer & makeout party. In the lounge - MeetMarket: pansexual flirting party. In the bar - a neutral zone for everyone to take a break from flirting. Save it for your chosen half of the room (or if you're lucky enough, both halves).

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For femmes & NB folks: FemFlirt

It's been a common refrain that it's harder for women to flirt with each other, as they frequently can't tell how much flirting may be ok, who's straight and who's open, and whether a connection they may be feeling is a friendly one or one with potential chemistry to explore. And, when cis & hetero presenting, they are sometimes made to feel too straight for gay spaces, and invisible or too queer in mixed environments. The same frequently holds for GNC/NB folks, too.

This event is a small step towards diminishing pan, queer and gay femme/NB invisibility, enabling and encouraging those folks to connect romantically and physically to others like them, wherever they fall on the gender presentation spectrum.

8-9pm: bonus Flirting for Femmes class with Vonka, which includes practical exercises -- a great way to meet everyone in the room you may want to flirt with later. 9-11pm: social games and icebreakers. As the night progresses, we go from mixer to makeouts, with Spin The Bottle and other sexy games.

Who can attend: self-identifying women and GNC/NB humans who want to connect with other women and GNC/NB humans.

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For everyone: MeetMarket

We put our "no cruising" rule on hold and encourage all guests to shamelessly hit on each other. An all-gender, all-orientation flirting party to help you find a partner (or two) to cozy up with in the colder months. Our PAL rule is on hold as well: come alone or bring a stranger. Wondering where to meet up with your new app match? Bring them here. Invite all your single friends. Tell your mom.

Social games 9-11pm to help you connect with other guests.

Who can attend: all humans who might want to flirt with and go on dates with new humans. Singles to the front, though of course we're a poly space, and dating couples are welcome as well.

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Dress code: dress in whatever makes you feel sexy. We won't enforce the dress code as strictly as at Lip Service, but we respectfully ask for no casual attire. You're coming to flirt!

*HoS rules: HoS membership required; dress code, PAL or prior approval not required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

COVID safety: HoS requires proof of vaccination on file; masks encouraged; two hospital grade UV air purifiers will cycle the air.

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WED 4.23: CLASS
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House of Scorpio
presents
 
Bedroom Badass class & practice with Lady Euphoria

Creating Routines & Rituals in Kink
 
Wed 4.23*, 7-11pm, 21+ (25+ suggested)
For existing & prospective HoS members**; members: $0-30 / non-members: $30 + $2 fee
Bar & lounge: HoS Clubhouse, $FREE***
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)

Official info: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Memberships & tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log for member tix)\

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/931607368996172
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1749535
PL: https://plra.io/m/bedroom-badass-class-and-practice-creating-routines
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

Kink is an entire world, and routines and rituals are the building blocks that shape it. In this crash course, we'll talk about the differences between routines and rituals, their role in creating a cohesive play scene and how to use each strategically to pace your play. If you’ve ever stumbled or felt overwhelmed with scene building, this workshop will show you how these structures can give purpose and reason to your chosen roles and activities.

Some topics to be covered:
- Function of routines and rituals
- What is a scene narrative?
- How energy & intention define your structures
- D/s, Roleplay and Connection
- Maximizing each structure
- How to make a routine/ritual out of any activity

All BB classes are a mixture of lecture, hands-on experience, and dedicated Q&A time. After class, stay for dedicated practice & play time to help you solidify your skills, while our teacher remains available for guidance. Class and practice are in the main space, while the bar lounge is open 7pm-12am if you want to arrive early or leave late -- or just need a break. Always BYO practice items, where relevant, though we will always have a selection on hand.

Our teacher: Lady Euphoria Sol is a Transformational Lifestyle & Professional Dominatrix, BDSM Educator, Coach and Ritualist. Her work centers inner exploration, shadow work and energetics in pursuit of Euphoria. She is most recently known for her role as former founding headmistress and curator of 7 Days of Domination, a quarterly week-long series of educational kink talks from worldwide BDSM experts.

Bedroom Badass is our series of workshops to take couples and individuals through various steps in opening up their relationships, or in exploring more adventurous sexual experiences. Whether you're a total novice or an old pro, each class has a range of information relevant to all experience levels.

*Bedroom Badass happens on the second (beginner) and fourth (advanced) Wednesday of each month

**HoS rules: HoS membership, dress code, PAL or prior approval not required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

***Plus: House of Scorpio Clubhouse
Whatever your membership level, you are invited to use our space as your clubhouse for the night. While the ticketed activities take place in the main space, the bar area remains open 7pm-11pm (12am if enough people are lounging). Just like with regular events, if you're Friend level and above, you can bring up to two friends with you. Order in dinner, have a few drinks, run a friendly board game, or just read a book on your own. This is not a mixer -- just us opening our doors for our members. It's up to you how much you socialize, if at all, and with whom.

COVID safety: HoS requires proof of vaccination on file; masks encouraged; two hospital grade UV air purifiers cycle the air.

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FRI 4.25: MIXER & DANCE PARTY
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Gemini & Scorpio and House of Scorpio
 
present:

Dark DecaDance
 
Fri Apr 25*, 10pm-4am, 21+ (25+ suggested)
Open to all; HoS members: $0-20 / non-members: $15 adv, $20 door
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)
 
G&S: http://www.geminiandscorpio.com/events.html
HoS: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log in for HoS member discounts)

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/651732447575437
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1749546
PL: https://plra.io/m/dark-decadance-goth-dance-265
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

DDD is a queer-forward kink-friendly goth dance celebration, inviting all participants to let go, dance and play in our luscious private loft. We embrace all genders and sexualities and levels of darkness.
 
On decks: resident DJ Shiver has been bringing the best of darkwave, goth, industrial, and post-punk sounds since 2015. Having spun at Femme Fest LA, Defcon NYC, and co-founding clubs Dolce Vita and Physical Ruins, she continues to blend both beloved classics and the best of new dark music. She also runs Wire Trap music magazine featuring the best new darkwave and post-punk music and events.

Guest DJ info TK

Light kink play welcome, but please note there is no dedicated dungeon setup or dedicated monitors. Consent and polite party behavior strictly enforced.

Dress code: goth, fetish, romantic, vampire, dark Lolita, neo-Victorian, steampunk, ninja warrior. Effort required / no casual wear.

Respiratory safety: masks always welcome; two hospital grade UV air purifiers cycle the air.

*Dark DecaDance happens on every fourth Friday of the month.

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SAT 4.26: PLAY PARTY
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House of Scorpio
presents

Countdown: pansexual play party

Sat Apr 26, 10pm-3am (doors close at 11:45pm), 21+ (25+ suggested), HoS members only*
$0-50 depending on membership level
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)

Official info & house rules: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Approval & membership required for ticket purchase**: http://houseofscorpio.com/attend.html

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/956759916620432
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1749475
PL: https://plra.io/m/countdown-pansexual-play-party-62
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

Part mixer party, part makeout party, part play party. The countdown begins when doors open at 10pm: it's a mix-and-mingle party for the first hour. At 11, all regular makeout party rules apply: all the clothes stay on, and all playtime is PG13-rated. But at 12am, the door is locked, and the party can take its natural course. Please arrive by 11:45pm, though you can leave anytime.

Dress to be kissed: sexy and fun. Fetish attire, formalwear, lingerie, corsets, tutus and costumes always welcome...and we consider those unisex options (the more colorful and outrageous, the better). No casual or business; door person WILL turn you away -- see Code of Conduct page on our site for more details on the dress code.

*HoS rules: HoS membership, PAL & Dress Code required; approval required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

Respiratory safety: HoS requires proof of COVID vaccination on file; masks encouraged; two hospital grade UV air purifiers will cycle the air.

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SUN 4.27: MOVIE
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House of Scorpio
presents

Sinema Club: ANORA (2024)

Sun Apr 27, 7-11:30pm, 21+ (25+ suggested)
For existing & prospective HoS members*; members: $0-10 / non-members: $10 + $2 fee
Gemini & Scorpio Loft, 267 Douglass St, 3rd fl (ADA accessible)

Official info & house rules: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/events.html
Memberships & tix: http://www.houseofscorpio.com/membership.html (log in to buy)

FB: https://www.facebook.com/events/1386101045903872
FL: https://fetlife.com/events/1749524
PL: https://plra.io/m/sinema-club-sex-pos-and-lgbtq-film-club-anora-20
IG: @houseof_scorpio [producer] @gemini_scorpio [venue] #houseofscorpio

The body's largest sex organ is the brain. Sinema Club stimulates yours with films that are explicitly erotic, homo-romantic, or gender-exploring -- and always thought-provoking. A rousing discussion follows; drinking is encouraged throughout, and mingling happens before, during and after: the bar lounge remains open for socializing, while the film plays in the main space. Plus: free popcorn from our vintage cart. Order in from the many restaurants around, and make it dinner and a movie.

Amouse bouche: ONE LEG IN, ONE LEG OUT (2018) - A documentary short by Lisa Rideout. After a decade as a sex worker, Iman attempts to pursue her dream of becoming a social worker to help her transgender community members.

Main feature: ANORA (2024) - Surprising Oscar winner, and a movie that's been in our queue since premiering, by a director we trust to depict queer and SWer lives since his earliest works, Sean Baker (Tangerine, The Florida Project)

Sinema Club is curated and hosted by Phil Guie-Ng (@thatphilguymovies): an inquisitive, ardent longtime film critic who is dying to tell you about movies you haven't heard of yet. As a reviewer at the website Film-Forward, his self-appointed mission was covering documentaries and features about subjects who challenged conventional attitudes about gender, masculinity, and more. When Phil isn't writing about movies, you can find him in Brooklyn taking part in protests on behalf of basic human rights.

*HoS rules: HoS membership, dress code, PAL, prior approval not required; Code of Conduct always applies; no photos except in the designated front area.

Respiratory safety: HoS requires proof of COVID vaccination on file; masks encouraged; two hospital grade UV air purifiers will cycle the air.

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