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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 18h

Sunday, October 19, Club Cafe, special edition of MBC Bear Tea - community debut of Boston Bear 2026! Join us in welcoming Ali at his first public appearance, and let's all wish him success in hosting upcoming MBC events! Bear Tea runs from 4 to 10 p.m., no cover, with music by DJ Darrin Friedman!

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 20h

Join us for this month's MBC Trivia Night, Alley Bar, Thursday Oct 16, 8 pm. Always 3rd Thursday of month. Gather your friends and form a team, or join a team at the bar. Arrive a little early for pre-game socializing over cocktails! Cash prizes for the top three teams, plus a few extra surprises!

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 1d

Congratulations to Ali, Boston Bear! Save the date - next Sunday, October 19th, Ali and Mass Bears and Cubs will be at Club Cafe Boston for Bear Tea! Join us for Boston Bear 2026's debut event! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #charitablebears #BearTea #clubcafeboston #bostonbear2026

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 1d

The Brother Bear Award is presented to a contestant who is voted by their fellow contestants as the most friendly, kind, and supportive during the competition. This year's Brother Bear Award goes to Pat! Congratulations, Pat! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 1d

We added a new segment to our Boston Bear Contest this year, giving the audience members a chance to vote for their favorite Bear Minimum performer. The audience selected, as their Favorite Bear Minimum Performer, Steven Congratulations! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 2d

#mediamondays #mbcbookpicks Beautiful on the Outside, Adam Rippon, ISBN 9781538732403. "Former Olympic figure skater and self-professed America's Sweetheart Adam Rippon shares his underdog journey from beautiful mess to outrageous success in this hilarious, big-hearted memoir" #MBCCommunity

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 3d

And the winner is ... Contestant #5, Ali! Congratulations! #bostonbear2026 #MBCCommunity #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 4d

Meet our six contestants this evening at the Alley Bar - they are mingling with the crowd at the bar. Support your favorite by purchasing a few raffle tickets! And join us tomorrow evening for the main event. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 4d

We are thrilled Dave Sawyer is joining as one of the hosts for Boston Bear 2026 Contest! You know Dave as Triviamaster at Alley Bar every Thursday. Cany wait to see the energy he brings Saturday evening. Get ready for an unforgettable night! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #MBCCommunity

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 5d

Rounding out our Boston Bear 2026 Contest judging panel is Shawn Mims. He has been a member of Mass Bears and Cubs for many years, served as President, and led MBC to incorporation and 501(c)3 status in 2019. He remains active in the community and continues to volunteer his time and talents to MBC

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 6d

Rob Claffie joins us as Tallymaster for the Boston Bear 2026 Contest! In 2003, Rob won the coveted title of Mr. Boston Leather and has devoted his time to Fits Like A Glove, Bay State Marauders, and Rhode Island Leather Enthusiasts. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbeartickets #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 7d

Jonathan Hanson-Pereira, our official photographer, at Alley Friday Meet & Greet + Saturday contest. Want to be included in our memories of the event? Jonathan will be happy to take your photograph, posted online after the event. No cover Friday night. Saturday tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 7d

We're pleased to have Eddie Sampson join our judging panel for the Boston Bear 2026 Contest! Eddie currently helps run the WooBears, a social Bear group in the Worcester and Western Mass area, and he is also a member of the Rhode Island Bears. Event tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 8d

SIR Loves A Lot returns to judge Boston Bear Contest once again this year! Kansas transplant to New England’s ocean state! Held the title of Mr. Connecticut Leather 2025, second runner up at Mid Atlantic Leather, contestant 39 at International Mister Leather 47. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 8d

Patrick Moriarty, Boston Bear Contestant #6! Boston born salt and paprika daddy who'll make you bacon the morning after. Loves to garden, cook, lift weights, cuddle, and excited to celebrate big gay joy and connect with his local bears! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets
#bostonbear2026

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 8d

#mediamondays #mbcbookpicks Born This Way: Real Stories of Growing Up Gay, by Paul Vitagliano, ISBN 9781594745997. "Based on the hugely popular blog of the same name, Born This Way shares 100 different memories of growing up LGBTQ+." #MBCCommunity

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 9d

Chad Brennan, Boston Bear 2013, joins the #bostonbear2026 judging panel! Chad also hosts Karaoke at the Alley Bar at least one Sunday a month with a goal of creating a fun and welcoming environment for all to sing! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #MBCCommunity #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 9d

The Boston Bear 2026 Contestants! Join us Saturday, October 11th, 9 p.m., to cheer on your favorite. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets
#bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 10d

Ali Ibrahim, Boston Bear Contestant #5! Ali has been an active member of the Community, a member of the BU LGBTQ+ Center Community, BU Q for Queer Activist Collective, BU Queer First-Gen Students. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #bostonbear2026 #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 11d

#bostonbear2026 Contest co-host: Boston legend Kris Knievil, beloved drag queen for years, known for larger-than-life performances and hilarious, quick-witted comedy, has graced stages of every major Boston LGBT club, captivating audiences with her glamour, charisma, laughs. #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 11d

Boston Bear Contestant #4! Anthony LaFauci want us all to know that he's proud to be part of the bear and cub community and thrilled to announce he’ll be competing for Boston Bear 2026! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear20...

#MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 12d

Tomas de las Casas, Contestant 3! “I love being a big furry, beefy boy and I love supporting you big, furry, beefy boys too! I’m excited to show the world how we can continue coming together no matter how hard times get.” Saturday, Oct 11, Alley Bar! Tickets at bit.ly/bostonbear20...
#bostonbear2026

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 12d

We're looking forward to joining @bostonspi.bsky.social Sunday, October 5 at Club Cafe for Nunch, a variety show and community focused fundraiser for the Boston Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Grants fund. Join us in supporting their work! Tix at clubcafe.com/tickets #MBCCommunity #charitablebears

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 13d

#bostonbear2026 Contestant #2! Steven is a big believer in kindness, creativity, and meaningful connections - whether sharing stories, savoring the little things, or chasing new adventures. Meet Steven at Contestant Meet and Greet, the Alley, Friday, October 10, 8 pm. #MBCCommunity #alleybarboston

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Mass Bears and Cubs @massbearsandcubs.bsky.social · 14d

Introducing the Boston Bear 2026 Contestants! Contestant #1: Jay is a born New Englander, recently back in Boston after 8 years in NYC. He works in advertising and loves Queer History, Dry Champagne, and his black leather harness! #MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston

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