In the beginning of March, my partner and I, as well as our three kitties, will be making the trek back to Denver, Colorado, this time for good. I will continue to [...]]]> For those of you who didn’t read through this month’s Katz Meow (my monthly sex education newsletter), I have an announcement to make…

In the beginning of March, my partner and I, as well as our three kitties, will be making the trek back to Denver, Colorado, this time for good. I will continue to work for Fascinations as their resident sexuality educator and online media specialist, returning to Arizona on a monthly basis to host free sex education workshops for the community as I do now. I’ll also be hosting at least one free sex ed class in the Denver area each month, as well as continuing on with my other duties, and my partner will be starting a wonderful job with a fabulous non-profit organization in the Denver area.

What does this mean for you? If you’re just an avid reader of the blog, or like checking out my videos, pretty much nothing will change. If you’re in Arizona, you can still see me once a month at my classes, as well as plan sex coaching/relationship counseling appointments during my visits, or via the phone or Skype. If you’re in Colorado, that means lots more awesome, accessible sex education coming to you, as well as having a Denver area sex coach and relationship counselor, and the opportunity to book private parties (think sex toy parties, bachelorette parties, stag nights, girls nights, guys nights, you name it!). If you’re looking to book me for travel, I’ll now be flying in and out of the Denver airport, which often has cheaper fares and a wider flight selection, making it even more affordable to bring me to your store/campus/conference/dungeon/home/etc.

I’ll still be in Providence March 9th-15th, and Portland March 18th-21st, other wise I’m not booking any additional March travel in order to be able to unpack, etc. However, April and beyond are open for bookings still, so feel free to contact me to set something up for your organization.

And the best part of it all, aside from being near friends, family and the Rocky Mountains? Why, the vegan buffalo seitan wings at Watercourse Foods and City o City!

Colorado, here I come,

-Shanna

This post, Moving to Colorado, originally appeared on Shanna Katz M.Ed, ACS -- Board Certified Sexologist and Sexuality Educator on February 18, 2011.

Why, it’s Mistress Saskia, the headmistress of Pavlovia Denver, owner of the RACK Room, and all around awesome-sauce person!

Mistress Saskia of Pavlovia [...]]]> This afternoon, I’m super excited to have one of my favorite dommes in the entire world on my Let’s Talk Sex Radio show at 4pm MST. Who could it possibly be?

Why, it’s Mistress Saskia, the headmistress of Pavlovia Denver, owner of the RACK Room, and all around awesome-sauce person!

Mistress Saskia of Pavlovia Denver (Photo Credit: Bizarre Mag)

We’re going to talk kink, BDSM, ropes, role play and oh so much more, for the most novice bondage beginner to those who have lived in the lifestyle. Plus, as always, toy reviews, lots of giveaways, the Position of the Day game, and lots more fun.

Just listen to 1100AM KFNX in the Phoenix area, or head over to the Let’s Talk Sex Radio Show webpage to stream it live on your computer. Tune in, turn on, and have fun!

-Shanna

This post, Mistress Saskia on Let’s Talk Sex Radio!, originally appeared on Shanna Katz M.Ed, ACS -- Board Certified Sexologist and Sexuality Educator on February 3, 2011.

From 8am MST to Midnight MST, every single item on the Fascinations site (Funlove.com) is 25% off.

What does this mean?

25% off the Njoy Eleven!

25% off all the lube you can use!

25% off educational DVDs!

25% off erotica AND sex ed books!

25% off bath/body gift baskets and the [...]]]>

From 8am MST to Midnight MST, every single item on the Fascinations site (Funlove.com) is 25% off.

What does this mean?

25% off the Njoy Eleven!

25% off all the lube you can use!

25% off educational DVDs!

25% off erotica AND sex ed books!

25% off bath/body gift baskets and the Kama Sutra Collection!

25% off sexy lingerie!

25% off ceiling cat panties!

How can you argue with this? Go forth! Enjoy! And don’t forget upcoming holidays, birthdays, etc — this is the time to stock up! Head on over to Fascinations, November 20th ONLY for the One Day Sale!

This post, Fascinations has EVERYTHING 25% off today!, originally appeared on Shanna Katz M.Ed, ACS -- Board Certified Sexologist and Sexuality Educator on November 20, 2010.

Community auditions for Phoenix’s The Vagina Monologues (women identified people only) and A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant and A Prayer (all genders welcome) are from 3-8 TOMORROW, Friday the 5th (stop by any time BETWEEN 3 and 8 — it’s not the whole time) at the ASU memorial union in room [...]]]> Hey Arizonians -

Community auditions for Phoenix’s The Vagina Monologues (women identified people only) and A Memory, A Monologue, A Rant and A Prayer (all genders welcome) are from 3-8 TOMORROW, Friday the 5th (stop by any time BETWEEN 3 and 8 — it’s not the whole time) at the ASU memorial union in room 220 Copper. NO ACTING EXPERIENCE NEEDED. NONE.

I’m directing MMRP, and would love to see a HUGE variety of people show up.

Would love to get lots of people of all ages, races, genders, orientations, professions, ability levels, religions, political views, etc involved.

There aren’t very many rehearsals, so the time committment isn’t like a traditional play, and you also get to do great social activist work by promoting the show, finding sponsors, etc. It’s an amazing experience — this is my 6th year being involved in V-day.

Hoping to have you at auditions! Pass this along to friends please! Let me know if you need more info/specifics.

Shanna

This post, Auditions (all genders) for PHX V-Day Productions!, originally appeared on Shanna Katz M.Ed, ACS -- Board Certified Sexologist and Sexuality Educator on November 4, 2010.

I am fairly new to Arizona, having moved here this past fall with my partner from Colorado.

The day SB1070 passed and was signed was the day we thought we’d made a mistake about moving here. It is shameful to us to be living in a state that so blatantly perpetuates racism and [...]]]> Dear Mayor,

I am fairly new to Arizona, having moved here this past fall with my partner from Colorado.

The day SB1070 passed and was signed was the day we thought we’d made a mistake about moving here. It is shameful to us to be living in a state that so blatantly perpetuates racism and racial profiling. Immigration may in fact be an issue here, but as I’m sure you know, this bill does nothing but legalize hatred, and give cart blanche to individual officers to discriminate as they will. I’m afraid that it will spread not only racism, but also include homophobia and transphobia, as those following this law make those who do not fit into society’s gender standards show their documentation, and begin to pull over cars with HRC stickers and rainbows. I am not prepared to carry around my birth certificate and/or passport with me at all times; no one should have to do this.

I have hope in you, sir, that you will do the right thing and begin the steps to create a discrimination and inequality suit that will get this law declared unconstitutional. I have hope that you will make us change our mind about this state, show us that there are people will to stand up for right, for equality, for human rights.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me about this issue, and I look forward to seeing you stand up for justice for all,

Shanna

Note:  Discussion that is respectful is appreciate.  Any and all rude and hateful comments will be deleted.

This post, A Letter to Mayor Phil Gordon, originally appeared on Shanna Katz M.Ed, ACS -- Board Certified Sexologist and Sexuality Educator on April 28, 2010.

Last week, I put on a class at Fascinations entitled What’s in Your Toybox – helping learn about toys, how to use them, multiple uses, care, cleaning, etc.  Here are some of the pictures!

This post, Pictures from Let’s Talk Sex Feb 18, originally appeared on Shanna Katz M.Ed, ACS -- Board Certified Sexologist and Sexuality Educator on February 24, 2010.