# Event Details - **Event Name**: Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00) - **Event Description**: Cuddle Party is a place to feel safe, practice consent and share human connection. <3About this EventHi everyone!,.....Saturday, April 25th, I am bringing Cuddling 2.0 to the Mahalo Retreat Center in West Brattleboro Vt! The only requirement for the event is to have previously attended a branded cuddle party.Please join me in the cuddle space as we gather and begin the evening with a one hour consent workshop which includes going over the agreements around cuddling. After a few partner exercises we enter into platonic nourishing touch time, roughly two hours, referred to as 'freestyle cuddling'.Ticket price $35 (Space is limited to 16 people.)(If funds are an issue please come anyway, and help with setup at 4:00pm and tear down at 10:00pm.)Let's go over expectations for the evening and what the event will look like, starting with the rules of cuddling. Going over these rules and abiding by them is what creates a safe environment, for everyone, to be at choice giving and receiving nourishing touch. We encourage you to use the rules in your life as well. Try it sometime. <3WHAT WE AGREE TO AT A CUDDLE PARTY1) Pajamas stay on the whole time. (This is a nonsexual event, and clothes staying on is one of the ways we keep it that way.)2) You don’t have to touch anyone at a Cuddle Party, ever.3) You must ask permission and receive a verbal YES before you touch anyone. (Be as specific in your request as you can.)4) If you’re a yes, say YES. If you’re a no, say NO.5) If you’re a maybe, say NO.6) You are encouraged to change your mind.7) Respect your relationship agreements and communicate with your partner.8 ) Get your Facilitator or the Assistant if you have a question or concern or need assistance with anything during the event.9) Tears and laughter are both welcome.10) Respect people’s privacy. (When referring to Cuddle Party, please only talk about your own experience.)11) Keep the Cuddle space tidy. (Please, no food in the cuddle space. Closed lid water bottles are allowed.)HEALTH CHECK-IN: If you aren't feeling well please stay home and take care of yourself. Join us for next Month's cuddle party. <3STARTING ON TIME: Once we begin the Welcome Circle, the door to the event is closed. This creates comfort and safety for everyone knowing that we are on the same page about rules and expectations.CREATING THE CONTAINER: After the Welcome circle, we go over the ‘rules of cuddling’, which are listed below. This is how we create a safe environment, for everyone, to give and receive nourishing touch.WHAT KIND OF TOUCH TO EXPECT: Massages, head scratching, spooning, watching/observing, learning about consent, talking, dancing, laughter, holding hands, napping, hugs, writing in a journal or reading a book, or no touch at all. Your choice. :)WHAT TO WEAR: Loose comfortable clothing. Your favorite onsie, pajamas, sweatpants. Optional is a pillow, stuffed animal, favorite blanket if you like.BRING A SNACK TO SHARE: This is a alcohol free/smoke free event. Juice or sparkling cider, and treats and snacks to share.ABOUT YOUR FACILITATORDoug comes from a life of movement, dance and expression. He was a mime in Paris, danced Tango in Argentina, was in an acrobatic Lindy Hop dancer and enjoys barefoot boogies, ecstatic dances and contact improv. During Covid he didn't get alot of touch, which is when he realized he loves dance, but can't live without touch. This is what motivated him to become a cuddle party facilitator.Any questions please send me a message.See you in the cuddle space. <3Doug PouliotCertified Cuddle Party Facilitator617-460-7087dougpouliot@gmail.com - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/west-brattleboro/cuddling-20-brattleboro-vt-saturday-april-25th-6pm-10pm-et/100001985583028288 - **Event Categories**: Workshops, health-wellness - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 35, max: 35, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: West Brattleboro - **state**: VT - **country**: United States - **location**: 968 Western Ave - **lat**: 42.8537847 - **long**: -72.6031194 - **full address**: 968 Western Ave, 968 Western Avenue, West Brattleboro, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/f53e8035d661d1003ecf08d85637c50a8d12f2fe408cbf918b6ae65ded7e5745-rimg-w1200-h900-dc635c47-gmir.jpg?v=1774850526 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET being held? - **A:** Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET takes place on Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 06:00 pm to Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 10:00 pm at 968 Western Ave, 968 Western Avenue, West Brattleboro, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET? - **A:** Tickets for Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET are priced at USD 35 per person. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityRegular pricing - General AdmissionUSD 35Available - **Q**: Who is organizing Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET? - **A:** Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET is organized by Cuddle Party! by Doug Pouliot. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Cuddling 2.0 - Brattleboro Vt: Saturday, April 25th, 6pm-10pm, ET is ideal for learners, working professionals, and skill-builders looking to gain hands-on knowledge and practical expertise in a focused, interactive setting. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in West Brattleboro, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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Would you like more nourishing connection and touch in your life? \nA Cuddle Party may be just the thing! \nBelow are logistics for the event and what you can expect to experience. \nThe Cuddle Party lasts for three hours.\n6:30pm - 7:00pm Doors Open. Arrive, check in, put on pajamas. Greet your fellow attendees. Bringing a snacks and cuddle accessories to share are also welcomed.\n7:00pm - 8:00pm The Welcome Circle: Names, pronouns and a short version of what interested you in Cuddle Party.\n8:00pm - 9:45pm Freestyle cuddling, time for affectionate nurturing touch, and hanging out with friends.\n9:45pm - 10:00pm Closing circle, and goodbyes.\nHEALTH CHECK-IN: In the fall a negative covid test taken 24 hours prior to the event will be required. However, for the summer, June-August, I am waiving Covid testing for the summer months. My ask is that if you aren't feeling well is please stay home and take care of yourself. \nSTARTING ON TIME: Once we begin the Welcome Circle, the door to the event is closed. This creates comfort and safety for everyone knowing that we are on the same page about rules and expectations.\nCREATING THE CONTAINER: After the Welcome circle, we go over the ‘rules of cuddling’, which are listed below. This is how we create a safe environment, for everyone, to give and receive nourishing touch.\nWHAT KIND OF TOUCH TO EXPECT: Massages, head scratching, spooning, watching/observing, learning about consent, talking, dancing, laughter, holding hands, napping, hugs, writing in a journal or reading a book.\nWHAT TO WEAR: Pajamas or sweats– nothing too risqué. Think more comfy than sexy. \nWHAT TO BRING: This is a alcohol free/smoke free event. Juice or sparkling cider, and treats and snacks to share. A pillow, stuffed animal, favorite blanket if you like. \nTHE RULES OF CUDDLING: (Abiding by the below rules is how we create a safe environment, for everyone, to give and receive nourishing touch.) \n1) Pajamas stay on the whole time. (This is a nonsexual event, and clothes staying on is one of the ways we keep it that way.)\n2) You don’t have to touch anyone at a Cuddle Party, ever. \n3) You must ask permission and receive a verbal YES before you touch anyone. (Be as specific in your request as you can.) \n4) If you’re a yes, say YES. If you’re a no, say NO. \n5) If you’re a maybe, say NO. \n6) You are encouraged to change your mind. \n7) Respect your relationship agreements and communicate with your partner. \n8) Get your Facilitator or the Assistant if you have a question or concern or need assistance with anything during the event. \n9) Tears and laughter are both welcome. \n10) Respect people’s privacy. (When referring to Cuddle Party, please only talk about your own experience.)\n11) Keep the Cuddle space tidy. (Please, no food in the cuddle space. Closed lid water bottles are allowed.)\nQuestions? Call 203-806-0040 or email DougPouliot@gmail.com\nSee you in the cuddle space! \n- Doug :)" } ] } ] ```