Events tagged: social

Queer Writers Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Queer Writers Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Fiber Arts

🕐 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Queer Fibers Arts: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Writers Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Queer Writers Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Pajama Storytime with Ms. Z.

🕐 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

An interactive storytime and flashlight scavenger hunt when the bookshop goes dark. Come in your pajamas and bring your favorite stuffed animal!

Start Strong Planner Morning

🕐 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Whether you’re a highlighters-and-washi-tape kind of organizer or a chaos gremlin trying to become one, our monthly Start Strong meet-up is your new favorite ritual. Bring your Pomodoro Style, your creative chaos, or your precision sticker tools to join Aimee for a morning of planning, journaling, or goal-setting with fellow list-makers, dreamers, and calendar color-coders. This is a recurring event, with varying dates! We’ll have journaling and planner materials out to help you map your month: appointments, events, book goals, and all. It’s equal parts productivity and self-care, wrapped up in a calm, creative start to your day.

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this! Theme: Twilight

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this! Theme: Star Wars

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Junk Journal Club (Masks Required)

🕐 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

A monthly meetup for creating and hanging out as a break from constant consumption. This meeting is masked for inclusivity. Attendees are welcome to bring their own snacks and beverages.

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Y2K & Slay Queer Prom

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

Celebrating 10 years of queer joy, we invite the LGBTQ+ community and their allies to a night of laughter, 2000s nostalgia, and love. Join us this Valentine’s Day for throwback hits, posed prom pics, and a slow dance with the crush you never have to call “just a friend.” Come as you are. Bring who you love.

$75

GRINDRZ

🕐 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

GRINDRZ is a low stakes queer social mixer aimed at starting new connections for friends, friends & dates, or more. 18+ event with all ages queer board game night right after

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this! Theme: The Muppets

Free

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this!

Free

Draw More Art Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Draw More Art Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Writers Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Queer Writers Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Fiber Arts

🕐 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Queer Fibers Arts: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

We put our heads together with our friends at Betka-Pope Productions, and we're starting a monthly trivia night! They call it Trivi-YAH, and we've heard it's a blast! Now on Mondays (1st, 3rd, and 5th of the month) from 7-9pm! And it's free to play! So start getting your team together, and let's do this! Theme: Book Club

Free

TMGR III

🕐 7:00 PM

TMGR III - Save the date!

Draw More Art Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Draw More Art Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Fiber Arts

🕐 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Queer Fibers Arts: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Urban Barn Hunt – Roses Are Red, Rats Are Found!

🕐 10:00 AM

A Valentine-themed Urban Barn Hunt event perfect for dogs new to the sport. The focus is on building interest, persistence, and engagement in a fun, low-pressure environment. Sessions: - Heartbreak Hounds: 10:00 AM - Cupid’s Sniffers: 12:00 PM (FULL) - Kiss & Tell Tails: 1:30 PM (Reactive dog friendly) Event includes one warm-up search, two Urban Barn Hunt runs, a Valentine-themed photo op, access to a DIY enrichment station, and a DIY mocktail bar for human handlers.

$50

Draw More Art Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Draw More Art Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Writers Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Queer Writers Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Queer Fiber Arts

🕐 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Queer Fibers Arts: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

Michigan Drag Awards

🕐 12:00 PM

Save the date for the Michigan Drag Awards. May 2nd, 2026 Details to come soon!

Draw More Art Social

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Draw More Art Social: free & open to the public, a low stress social hang that is drop in friendly.

LGBTQ Adult Prom: A Night in the Enchanted Garden

🕐 6:00 PM

Save the date for Gays In Faith Together's LGBTQ Adult Prom: A Night in the Enchanted Garden. April 18th, 2026 Details to come!

Amateur Cabaret

🕐 10:00 PM

It's Amateur Cabaret Night! Hosted by DeeDee Chaunte and Reba Rose Rau. Featuring Sasha Scissors, Fantashma, Maddox Marx, Bittersweet Glass, and Belle Endowed. $1 off well liquors and domestic beer bottles! $3 Cover. 18+

$3

Sizzlin' Saturday

🕐 10:00 PM

DJ Monica Parker spins with an open dance floor all night long!

$10

Show Your Work

🕐 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us for Show Your Work: A Monthly Arts Forum​! Adults (18 and up) will have the opportunity to share their original creative work — a song, a poem, a short story, an essay, a painting, a drawing, a sculpture, a photograph, etc. — in a safe and supportive space, to build both collective community and confidence in their individual creativity.

Autism Book Club: How to Have a Killer Time in DC

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for May's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "How to Have a Killer Time in DC" by Sam Lumley. This is an Adult Fiction Mystery, Contemporary, and Queer novel. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Crafts, Laughs, and Fighting the Gestapo!

🕐 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Join us at A Pleasant Dog (1430 Knapp St NE) for a gathering of crafts, laughs (and/or tears), and fighting the gestapo! Is watching these rapidly escalating atrocities unfolding day by day chipping away at your hope for a better future? You are not alone! We are living in unprecedented times and although it can be hard to know what to do or where to turn, we all know that we must stand together and fight back. Even though there are countless ways that we all can and should be fighting against this authoritarian regime, among the most crucial are connecting with your community and raising money to directly support those on the front lines, together we can do both! Crafting has been shown to help regulate our nervous systems, so what better way to connect with our community than to collectively regulate our nervous systems while standing up against the oppressive systems that surround us. Crafting supplies for creating keychains, pipe-cleaner pups, plus varying levels of knitting and crochet creations will be provided, but don’t be afraid to get even more creative; along with snacks and soft drinks. All crafts created using APD materials will then be listed on our Etsy shop, once sold: 100% of the proceeds will be donated to GR Rapid Response Team and Minnesota Immigrant Rights Action Committee. We will also have our beloved Al(Allison) LMSW, who is a therapist and licensed social worker with years of experience working with kids and families recovering from traumatic events, present for crafting days; to help us work through the emotions that arise when dealing with so much collective trauma. Although, if you’d prefer to craft without the pressure of participating in conversation, we will still greatly appreciate your company! RSVP encouraged via Facebook invite or an email to parker@apleasantdog.com to ensure we have sufficient space and materials, but all (except ICE) are welcome to join us, regardless of an RSVP.

Autism Book Club: Good Different

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for February's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "Good Different" by Meg Eden Kuyatt. Good Different is a Middle Grade contemporary fiction novel. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: The Autists & The Autist's Guide to the Galaxy

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for March's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing: - "The Autists: Women on the Spectrum" by Clara Törnwall - "The Autist's Guide to the Galaxy: navigating the world of 'normal' people" by Cassiane Alexander-Reid These are Adult Non-Fiction books (Memoir, Self-Help). Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: Stories of Autistic Joy

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for April's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "Stories of Autistic Joy" edited by Laura Kate Dale. This is an Adult Non-Fiction anthology and memoir. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: Changelings: An Autistic Trans Anthology

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for June's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "Changelings: An Autistic Trans Anthology". This is a Young Adult Fiction Anthology (Queer). Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: Invisible Differences

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for July's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "Invisible Differences: A Story of Autism, Adulting, and Living Life in Full Color" by Julie Dachez. This is an Adult Non-Fiction Graphic Novel and Memoir. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: All Tangled Up in Autism and Chronic Illness

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for September's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "All Tangled Up in Autism and Chronic Illness: A Guide to Navigating Multiple Conditions" by Charli Clement. This is an Adult Non-Fiction Self-Help book. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Fab Friday

🕐 9:00 PM

DJ Monica Parker spins Top 40, Dance, and House music with an open dance floor all night long!

$10

Autism Book Club: Moon Dust in My Hairnet

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for October's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "Moon Dust in My Hairnet" by J.R. Creaden. This is an Adult Fiction Sci-Fi and Queer novel. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: Picture Book Month

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for November's Autism Book Club for Picture Book Month! We will be exploring various picture books including: - "My Friend Julia" - "This is How We Talk" - "Tummies Flip, Hearts Skip" - "How Are You Verity?" Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Autism Book Club: Life on the Bridge

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for August's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing "Life on the Bridge: linking my world to yours as an autistic therapist" by Kaelynn Partlow. This is an Adult Non-Fiction Memoir, Educational, and Therapy book. Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

Community Dinner & Potluck

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This is a free event, you do not need to bring anything. All are welcome. This is a free community dinner to meet your neighbors & community, every Sunday 6-8pm. Our public pantry & library will still be open as well. If anyone is bringing dishes please email us at lotusbrewcoffee@gmail.com with the following Allergens list of the dish If there are any pets in the house where you're making it.

Community Dinner & Potluck

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This is a free event, you do not need to bring anything. All are welcome. This is a free community dinner to meet your neighbors & community, every Sunday 6-8pm. Our public pantry & library will still be open as well. If anyone is bringing dishes please email us at lotusbrewcoffee@gmail.com with the following Allergens list of the dish If there are any pets in the house where you're making it.

HOWLR: Furry Social Mixer

🕐 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

HOWLR: Furry Social Mixer. Harnesses, pup hoods, and fursuits are welcome! Please keep it PG-13.

Sapphic Nights

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sapphic refers to a interest or relationship between a femme-identifying person and those attracted to them, inclusive of all presentations for this event. This is a free event 2nd & 4th Saturdays 6-8pm It's meant as a social hang for folks to get to know each other, have a safe alt space to celebrate who they are while meeting friends & new faces. See you there!

Community Dinner & Potluck

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This is a free event, you do not need to bring anything. All are welcome. This is a free community dinner to meet your neighbors & community, every Sunday 6-8pm. Our public pantry & library will still be open as well. If anyone is bringing dishes please email us at lotusbrewcoffee@gmail.com with the following Allergens list of the dish If there are any pets in the house where you're making it.

HOWLR: Furry Social Mixer

🕐 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

HOWLR: Furry Social Mixer. Harnesses, pup hoods, and fursuits are welcome! Please keep it PG-13.

GRINDRZ

🕐 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

GRINDRZ is a low stakes queer social mixer aimed at starting new connections for friends, friends & dates, or more. 18+ event with all ages queer board game night right after

Community Dinner & Potluck

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

This is a free event, you do not need to bring anything. All are welcome. This is a free community dinner to meet your neighbors & community, every Sunday 6-8pm. Our public pantry & library will still be open as well. If anyone is bringing dishes please email us at lotusbrewcoffee@gmail.com with the following Allergens list of the dish If there are any pets in the house where you're making it.

Sapphic Nights

🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sapphic refers to a interest or relationship between a femme-identifying person and those attracted to them, inclusive of all presentations for this event. This is a free event 2nd & 4th Saturdays 6-8pm It's meant as a social hang for folks to get to know each other, have a safe alt space to celebrate who they are while meeting friends & new faces. See you there!

First Thursday

🕐 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Join us on February 5th from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Bells Back Room for our next First Thursday! FIRST THURSDAY is a monthly social program working to connect LGBTQIA+ folks ages 21 and up* and support local LGBTQIA+-owned and affirming businesses. Join us from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month.

Kink Night

🕐 10:00 PM

The first and third Thursday of every month is Kink Night at Rumors! Come dance and explore your kinks! Gear encouraged (Pups, Furries, Leather, and Morel) $5 Cover / $3 Cover with gear It's Thirsty Thursday at 10 PM! $3 Wells and $2 Domestic Bottles $2 off Premium Beer, Call, & Top Shelf DJ Monica Parker spins with an open dance floor all night! Come down and experience one of our mo $5 cover - only 21 and up admitted.

$5

RuPaul's Drag Race Viewing Party

🕐 8:00 PM

RuPaul's Drag Race Viewing Party! Hosted by Dee Dee Chaunte, Kimberly Korruption, and Gabriella Stratton Galore $5 Cover Doors open at 8 PM Only 21+ admitted Our Pit Crew Cards will be on sale for $50 These include your cover for the whole season and get you entered in our raffles later in the season! See you there!

$5

Everybody Say Love

🕐 10:00 PM

A drag show featuring Reba Rose Rau, Jeena Docure-Chaunte, Cocky Divine, Amira S. Glass, and Peaches! Weekly drag show featuring a rotating professional cast. 18+ Sunday and Wednesday.

$5

Holland Writers Group

🕐 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

The Holland Writers Group is a peer-led critique group for writers of all genres and experience levels. Meeting on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each month (barring bookshop conflicts), the group offers a supportive, constructive space to share work, receive feedback, and stay accountable to your writing practice. Whether you’re drafting, revising, or just getting started, writers are welcome to join the conversation and grow together. Have questions? Email author Jean Davis: jeandavis71@gmail.com

Sip & Craft

🕐 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Sip & Craft is our monthly, free crafting hang designed to be exactly what you need: simple, social, and sustainable. We set out easy, low-pressure craft projects using accessible and often reused materials, so you can make something with your hands while enjoying good conversation and a thematic drink. Open to all ages, Sip & Craft is less about perfection and more about connection - you can come solo, bring a friend, or make a new one at the table. Whether you stay for ten minutes or two hours, you’re welcome to drop in, create, and be part of the community. Join us for: January - Mocktails & Mood Boards, February - Hearts & Crafts, March - Mixed Media Like the Marches, April - Draped Daffodils, May - Gulps & Greens, June - Craft Swap!, July - Swirling Suncatchers, August - Magazine Mosaics, September - Punch & Portraits, October - Weaving Spells, November - Felt Frames.

This Book Club Is Banned

🕐 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

At This Book Club Is Banned, we select our reading list from titles named on the American Library Association and PEN America lists of banned or challenged books, and explore them together in community. This club isn’t just about reading; it’s about understanding why certain stories provoke debate, recognizing the value of diverse perspectives, and celebrating the freedom to read openly and with curiosity.

Textual Healing Book Club

🕐 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Join us for Textual Healing, a book club meeting for discussion and community. We read a variety of genres and enjoy lively conversation.

Craft & Connect

🕐 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Craft & Connect is our every-other-Friday evening gathering for people who like to make things and talk while doing it. Officially, it’s a space to bring your work in progress: knitting, crochet, embroidery, hand-sewing, or any portable craft. Unofficially, it’s stitch n’ bitch, so bring your vents, rants, and raves as well! Projects that have been seen at a C&C night: unfinished novels, blackout poetry, nail polish, amigurumi, linocut stamping, scrapbooks, bullet journals, washi tape, bracelet-making, cartooning, painting, embroidery, hemming, stuffed animal assembly... Come with your half-finished projects, your tangled yarn, and your need to yap your way through questionable pattern choices. Craft&Connect is a low-pressure, high-conversation hangout where progress is optional and community is the whole point. All skill levels and questions welcome!

Heart Book Page Folding

🕐 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Join us for a book page folding class where we are going to slow down and socialize, while turning recycled pages into a heart. All supplies and step-by-step guidance are provided; you just get to show up ready to fold, breathe, and make something charming without buying a single sad teddy bear.

Readers Without Borders

🕐 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Readers Without Borders is a book club focused on international literature and diverse voices. Join us as we explore stories from around the world.

Autism Book Club: Office Life & Neurodiversity at Work

🕐 6:30 PM

Join us for December's Autism Book Club where we will be discussing: - "Just the Job!: A Light-Hearted Guide to Office Life for the Autistic Employee" - "The Canary Code: A Guide to Neurodiversity, Dignity, and Intersectional Belonging at Work" by Ludmila N. Praslova - "Learning from Autistic Teachers: How to Be a Neurodiversity-Inclusive School" These are Adult Non-Fiction books (Self-Help, Educational, Work). Every first Thursday of each month through the rest of the year, we’ll meet @ 6:30 in the store to discuss a different book or books! Always open to all:)

In Between The Sheets: Get Over It

🕐 6:00 PM

Join us for February's In Between The Sheets (Spicy Book Club) where we will be discussing "Get Over It" by April Evans.

Make Your Own Spell Jar Bar

🕐 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

An open spell jar bar for manifesting and protection. There is a $10 cover charge which includes all materials, though attendees can bring their own special bottles or inclusions.

$10

Cheers, Queers!

🕐 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Finding community doesn't have to be daunting! Join us THIS THURSDAY for our "Cheers Queers!" happy hour social at @breweryvivant, from 6-9pm. 💖 Co-sponsored by Grand Rapids Trans Foundation & Grand Rapids Pride Center. "Cheers, Queers!" currently happens TWICE per month: one standard happy hour at Brewery Vivant, and one non-alcoholic meetup at Lotus Brew. Important details for this week's event! 🌈 Bring a friend or come solo – all are welcome! 🌈 No purchase necessary 🌈 $2 off all beverages for attendees 🌈 Food will be available for purchase 🌈 18+ only