Fifty Shades of Kinky Sex

Fifty Shades of Grey performed phenomenally in the box office this Valentine’s Day weekend. From single women to curious couples, it seemed like everyone’s plans revolved around movie times. So with a $93.01 million record debut, tens of thousands of people left the theaters both excited and mind blown.

Dakota Johnson and Jamie Dornan in scenes from Fifty Shades of Grey. (Photos: Universal Pictures)

Some people criticized the movie for being too sexually violent, but others considered it sexy soft porn. Regardless of what the audiences thought, everyone can agree that Fifty Shades of Grey has left a lasting impression on society today. And all of the sudden the world of the dominatrix has taken the spotlight.

This sudden focus on aggressive sex leaves some wondering if they’re not creative enough in the bedroom. You don’t want your partner to think you are old fashioned, but at the same time you’re not sure if you are ready for bondage and sex toys. But there is no need to worry. Even if you aren’t completely into the whole dominant and submissive thing, it’s alright because there are still plenty of ways to be kinky in the bedroom and turn you and your partner on.

Grind on me

Take your date out and spice things up at the club. All that bumping and grinding will leave you and your partner hot and bothered. Dance the night away until you get the chance to release all that suppressed tension in the bedroom later that night.

Mirror, mirror

Every wondered how you and your partner looked while making love? Place a mirror next to your bed and watch yourselves have sex. Try different positions and turn yourselves on with how into it you look during the act.

Play dress up

Role playing is a classic kinky game that never gets old. That’s because there are endless possibilities as long as you have an imagination. As long as you are open and have a creative mind, there are so many scenarios you can play out, including making your wildest dreams come true.

Stop being boring and try something adventurous. (Photo: badgirlsbible.com)

My way or the highway

Take a long drive around town and offer your date some road head. Your date will be super thankful and impressed, and even try to make it up to you in the bedroom later.

Breakfast in bed

It doesn’t have to be breakfast food, but bringing food into the bedroom can heat things up. A little whipped cream here and a little chocolate syrup there, your date is sure to think you’re the sweetest thing as you’re licked up from head to toe.

The ball and chain

Whether you decide to try one of these kinky tricks, or go all out and recreate Fifty Shades of Grey, you and your partner’s sex life will be the craziest it’s ever been. Normal sex is great, but switching things up every now and then ensures that your relationship is never dull or boring. So next date night surprise your loved one with something unexpected and they will praise you the rest of the week. And don’t forget to rubber up!

It is Martin Luther King Jr.’s birthday weekend and many of us have Monday off. It is also a weekend of kink with both a leather convention and tattoo convention going on. There are events for those not so adventurous or with kids too and the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Parade will be held on Monday.

Plan ahead if you’re taking the metro this weekend. Orange, Silver, Blue, Yellow and Green line trains will run every 20 minutes. Red Line trains will run every 22 minutes between Shady Grove and Glenmont starting at 10 p.m. Friday. On Saturday and Sunday, Red Line trains between Friendship Heights and Judiciary Square will run every 12-14 minutes from 9 a.m.-9 p.m.

Participants at the 2012 Mid Atlantic Leather Weekend in the hotel lobby. (Photo: First Coast Leather Society)

Mid-Atlantic Leather

Calling all fans of 50 Shades of Grey, which opens in theaters on Valentine’s Day. It is time for the 44th Mid Atlantic Leather weekend, better known as MAL, sponsored by the Centaur Motorcycle Club. Thousands of (mostly gay) people descend on the District for a long weekend of harnesses, chaps, whips and parties. You don’t really have to be into leather to attend. It’s more than fine to go-and-look and dip your toe into the leather world. But be warned: this is not for kids. According to the website, the dress code in the hotel is “Nudity is not allowed in the public areas of the hotel. You are able to walk around the hotel shirtless, in a jock or in chaps with a jock. When dining, your butt must be covered and at least have a vest on. When leaving the hotel, you must have at least a 1 inch strap covering your ass-crack.”

Jan. 16-19 at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill, 400 New Jersey Ave. NW. Other events take place at the 9:30 Club, Town Danceboutique, Green Lantern, Cobalt and Glorious Health Club. Events start at 3 p.m. Friday and run through 4:30 a.m. Monday. The exhibitor hall (admission is $10 at the door) is open from 4-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday in case you are opening for some early Valentines Day gifts or to recreate 50 Shade of Grey at home. Click here for the entire schedule.

D.C. Tattoo Expo

A tattoo artist tattoos a visitor at last year’s D.C. Tattoo Expo. (Photo: Gary Robinette/Flickr)

More than 160 of the world’s best tattoo artists, including the finest tattoo artists from the D.C. metro area will be at the D.C. Tattoo Expo this weekend. There will be live tattooing and body piercing. If it’s the body art industry, it’s here. A full list of the tattoo artists is here. There will be a tattoo contest at 9 p.m. nightly with categories such as sleeve, back piece, best tattoo of the day (must have been done from start to finish at the expo) and worst tattoo (winner gets a certificate for a cover up). Winners receive plaques. There will also be the Miss D.C. Pin-Up Contest at 7 p.m. Saturday with the winner taking home $500.

Jan. 16-18 from noon-10 p.m. Friday and Sunday and noon-11 p.m. on Saturday at the Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington. Tickets are $25 a day or $55 for all three days at the door. Children under 12 are free with paying adult and active military members receive a discount.

Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Program

Martin Luther King Jr. (Photo: Global Research)

Ahead of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Anacostia Community Museum celebrates the life and legacy of the enduring civil rights leader in its annual Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Program. This two-hour program, heald at the National Museum of the American Indian, features live performances by the Washington Performing Arts’ Children of the Gospel Choir, the Alfred Kiger Savoy Players and the winners of the 2014 D.C. schools Latin dance competition. Kica Matos, of the Center for Community Change, is the keynote speaker.

Jan. 16 from 7-9 p.m. at the Rasmuson Theater of the National Museum of the American Indian, Fourth Street and Independence Avenue SW. Admission is FREE! Register for free tickets here.

The Yards will be transformed into a ski chalet. (Graphic: The Yards)

Ice Yards

Grab your I.D. and your mittens and head down to Ice Yards. Warm up with Absolut snow cones, frosty beer, a ski lounge, ice sculptures, interactive winter-themed video games, virtual skiing and snowmobiling games, outdoor fire pits and hot tubs. DJ Jerome Baker III will spin and Jonny Graves and the Tombstones and Jeff from Accounting will provide live music. Food vendors include TaKorean, 100 Montaditos, Agus 301, Nando’s Peri-Peri and Ice Cream Jubilee.

Jan. 17 from 2-6 p.m. at the Yards, 301 Water St. SE. Admission is FREE!
 
 

Hand dancing class and performance

Learn more about hand dancing on Saturday at St. Elizibeths East. (Photo: Humanities Council of D.C.)

The National Hand Dance Association will present an all-ages hand dance workshop and performance as part of the Humanities, Arts & Technology Festival sponsored by the Humanities Council of D.C.

Jan. 17 from 3-7 p.m. at the R.I.S.E. Demonstration Center at St. Elizabeths East, 2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE. Admission is FREE!
 
 
 

Step Afrika! is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a show Sunday. (Photo: Step Afrika!)

Step Afrika! Step Xplosion

Step Afrika!, the professional step dance company, celebrates its 20th anniversary with Step Xplosion, a performance features six local step teams. If you’re interested in the history of step dance, a panel will explore the relationship between African-American Greek organizations and stepping.

Jan. 18 at 4 p.m. at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Admission is $25-$35 online or at the door. The panel discussion will take place from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Mansion’s music room. It is free with a concert ticket.

Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Parade

Martin Luther King Jr. addresses crowds during the March On Washington at the Lincoln Memorial. (Photo by Central Press/Getty Images)

The Martin Luther King Jr. Peace Walk and Parade in Anacostia. The parade route runs from St. Elizabeths East to Leckie Elementary School and includes the Ballou Marching Band .

Jan. 19 with the peace walk starting at 11:30 a.m. at 2500 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE next to the United Black Fund ending at Covenant Baptist UCC, 3845 S. Capitol St. followed by a program at 12:30 p.m. The parade steps off at noon at 2700 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SE and ends 4201 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. SW. Admission is FREE!
 
 

D.C. Winter Restaurant Week rungs from Jan 19-25. (Graphic: RAMW)

Winter Restaurant Week

The Metropolitan Washington Winter Restaurant Week kick off Monday with three-course $20.15 prix fixe lunches and $35.15 prix fixe dinners. More than 250 restaurants in the DMV from Purcellville, Va., to Frederick, Md. and everywhere in between are participating including the newly opened Mango Tree at CityCenterDC.

Jan. 19-25 for lunch at dinner at various restaurants in the DMV. Cost is $20.15 for a prix fixe three-course lunch and $35.15 for a three-course prix fixe dinner. You can find a full list of participating restaurants and many of their menus here.