April Events
The art of Connection club
UPCOMING EVENTS

january 2025 event
Second Base Party: A Celebration of Connection and Exploration
- Sunday, January 19, 2025
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Eco Institute
8519 Pickards Meadow Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 - Kai Baylis + Sarah Harrocks
- 4:00 pm-6:00 pm
- MEMBERS: $25 Non-Members $35

FEBRUARY 2025 event
Box and Brunch: A Celebration of the Yoni
- Saturday, February 15, 2025
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Eco Institute
8519 Pickards Meadow Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 - Andrew Lazarus
- 6:00pm - 8:30pm EST
- $45 members-only event

march 2025 event
Intimacy: Communication of the Divine Masculine/Feminine
- Sunday, March 2, 2025
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Virtual event
The comfort of your own space - S. Sequoia Stafford
- 1:00pm - 3:30pm EST
- $20 members-only event

march 2025 event
Sacred Yoni Stroking – A Path to Conscious Connection
- Saturday, March 15, 2025
- 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
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eco institute
8519 Pickards Meadow Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 - Members only event
- $35 Members-only event

april 2025 event
Nude Cookout: A Celebration of Body Freedom
- Saturday, April 19, 2025
- 12:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
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Benzai Bloomstead
2001 E Greensboro Chapel Hill Rd.
Graham, NC 2725 - $50 Members-only event

maY 2025 event
Dance Brave: Awakening the Erotic through Somatic Movement + Dance Social
- Saturday, May 17, 2025
- 7:00pm - 9:30pm EDT
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Eco Institute
8519 Pickards Meadow Road
Chapel Hill, NC 27516 - $35 Members-only event
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april 2025 event
- Saturday, April 12, 2025
- 12:00pm - 5:00pm EDT
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Benzai Bloomstead
2001 E Greensboro Chapel Hill Rd.
Graham, NC 2725 -
$35 Members
$50 Non-Member

Join us in April for an unforgettable day under the open sky. The Art of Connection Club’s Raw and Revealed Oyster Roast is more than just a meal—it’s a celebration of freedom, connection, and life’s simple pleasures. Come as you are, and leave with your heart full and your spirit lifted.
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raw and revealed: clothing optional oyster roast and erotic poetry
Embrace the beauty of Spring and embody freedom at the Oyster Roast, a one-of-a-kind event where we come together to celebrate our bodies, community, and the joy of shared meals in the warmth of the sun and open air. As the season warms, so too can our hearts with self-love—shedding layers of clothing, judgment, and inhibition in a space that honors authenticity and connection. Clothing is optional. You can come and not be nude.
What to Expect:
- Body Freedom: This event invites you to enjoy the liberating experience of being nude in a safe, welcoming environment. Whether you’re a seasoned naturist or new to the experience, this is an opportunity to celebrate your body exactly as it is—free of shame, judgment, or expectations.
- Delicious Oysters: Savor a mouthwatering menu of Oysters featuring the incredible Chef Kevin Weil from Oceanic Delights. Our skilled chef will prepare a deliciously unique menu of oysters that everyone can enjoy, with fresh, seasonal ingredients that reflect the bounty of spring. Some raw, some steamed and some dressed up and roasted on the earth oven!
- Connection & Community: Gather around the grill, enjoy good food, and engage in meaningful conversations with like-minded individuals. This roast is more than just a meal—it’s a chance to connect with others who value authenticity, openness, and pleasure in a relaxed and supportive setting.
- Warmth & Comfort: As the April warms up, we’ll have fire pits and places to sun. You will find plenty of space to relax, chat, or bask in the beauty of the moment.
- Erotic Poetry & Creative Writing: Open your heart and ears while taking in some erotic poetry. Option to indulge in a creative writing class to get your creative juices flowing. Music, lawn games, and a laid-back atmosphere that encourages playfulness and joy. Whether you’re dancing to the rhythm of the music or simply enjoying the vibe, this is a time to unwind and celebrate the pleasures of life.
- DJ Damu dropping the beats.
Who Should Attend:
This event is open to all members of The Art of Connection Club, regardless of gender, orientation, or body type. Whether you’re attending solo, with a partner, or with friends, you’ll find a welcoming and inclusive community ready to celebrate with you.
What to Bring:
- A towel or blanket to sit on
- Your favorite beverages (BYOB)
- A playful spirit and a readiness to connect
- Optional: A robe or cover-up for when the sun sets
- Thursday, April 24, 2025
- 6:30pm - 8:00pm EDT
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316 Fayetteville St,
Raleigh, NC 27601-1755 - Curiouser Life and AOCC
- free for all

Join us this April for a heart-opening evening of connection and community. The Art of Connection Mixer is more than just an event—it’s an invitation to be seen, heard, and fully yourself. Whether you’re looking for new friends, deep conversations, or just a fun night out, come as you are and leave with meaningful memories and a full heart.
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The Art Of Connection Mixer
It can be tough meeting new people for friends, play, dating, love – real connections to real people. ESPECIALLY real people who are curious about connections and relationships beyond the usual. The goal of this mixer is to help people actually MEET and TALK to other curious people in the local area.
The goal of this mixer is to help people actually MEET and TALK to other curious people in the local area. So, everyone who attends should leave having met at least 5 new people, and having had some fun conversations. We will help set up the interactions to make the meeting easier!
What to Expect:
How does this mixer work?
We’ll bring together locals for a speed dating like mixer to make friends, meet dates, and possibly find play partners.We take the stress out by pairing individuals up in different conversation rounds with the goal of meeting at least 5 new people at the event. When you check in you’ll fill out a nametag (you can use whatever name you want to go by, real or scene) with an assigned color. This is how you’ll be grouped to move through the conversation rounds. You can also fill out another nametag with topics you’d like to talk about to help spark conversation. We’ll then go through five 10 minute rounds of conversation and by the end you’ll have met 5 new people and gotten to know them a bit better.
How does the invite work?
If you’d like to attend then RSVP as “Going” or “Interested,” and our group will reach outl.You’ll be asked to confirm your attendance. Once confirmed the official location will go out the day of the event. This is designed to ensure people are committed to attending get the information. We understand life happens so if you need to change your RSVP please let us know so we can invite others. No shows will not be invited back for up to 6 months. The event is free but if you can please help support our awesome location with food or beverage purchases. In house food and a variety of drinks – alcoholic, non-alcoholic, and THC infused drinks – are available for purchase.
Schedule
6:30-7:00 – Check-In and initial mingle – come early to grab a drink!
7:00-8:00 – Quick introduction and conversation rounds begin
8:00-9:00- Mingle, expand on those conversations, and enjoy the venue. We’ll have greeters on hand to answer questions, lend some moral support, or hype you up. The greeters all wear volunteer badges, so we’re easy to spot. We’ll offer more details in the RSVP information.
Safety
This mixer is designed to bring new explorers and known adventurers together. While we will do everything in our power to help you stay safe, we are not going to say we can guarantee your safety. When meeting new people, take every precaution and assess your risks. And, if you’re unsure, ask. Greeters will be on hand to answer questions, to moderate, and to bounce people if they can’t be nice.
Inclusion
This Mixer is inclusive. We welcome people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, sizes, shapes, drinkers and non-drinkers, and more. The ONLY discrimination we do is against people who don’t respect all of those things in others, don’t practice good consent, or body shame/slut shame/ or in any way make people feel unwelcome for just being themselves. We will send out additional information and guidelines with the RSVP message.
Accessibility
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully.
Parking is available across the street, and the bar validates up to two hours.
Queer/LGBTQIAA+ Friendly & SafeWelcoming and Inclusive.
POC Friendly & SafeWelcoming and Inclusive.
Mobile Accessibility
Fully ADA accessible. There is a ramp, two accessible unisex bathrooms, and easy access to all parts of the event.
Age Restriction 18+ allowed at the event.
Lighting, Acoustics, Service AnimalsWell-lit. The two levels are open to each other so there will be some sound overlap but the space is large enough to move for hearing. Service animals are welcome.
Dietary Needs
Multiple locations for food in house – come early and have dinner before joining the event if you’d like. Grab drinks at the bar, just remember to tip your bartender!
Allergies & Environment
The entire floor is open to the public, so we cannot control smells or scents. Smoking is not allowed indoors.
Social Concerns/Anxiety
This event is specifically designed to take the pressure off of trying to meet curious people on your own. Just show up, and you will be paired with at least five people through the evening for ten minutes of conversation each.