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Monday, May 18, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, June 1, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, June 15, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, June 29, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, July 20, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, August 17, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, August 3, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, November 16, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, September 21, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, October 5, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, October 19, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, November 2, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, December 21, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, December 7, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, August 31, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, July 6, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Monday, November 30, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at House Rules

πŸ• 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

Thursday, June 4, 2026

Autism Book Club: Changelings: An Autistic Trans Anthology

πŸ• 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:)

Thursday, July 2, 2026

Autism Book Club: Invisible Differences

πŸ• 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:)

Thursday, October 1, 2026

Autism Book Club: Moon Dust in My Hairnet

πŸ• 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:)

Thursday, November 5, 2026

Autism Book Club: Picture Book Month

πŸ• 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:)

Thursday, December 3, 2026

Autism Book Club: Office Life & Neurodiversity at Work

πŸ• 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:)

Monday, September 28, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, October 26, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, May 25, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, June 22, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, July 27, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, August 24, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, November 23, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Monday, December 28, 2026

Trivi-YAH! at Founders

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Ready to tap into your brainpower? Join us every fourth Monday of the month for Trivi-YAH at Founders! πŸͺ‘ Tables open: 6:00 PM πŸ•– Trivia starts pouring: 7:00 PM πŸ‘₯ Teams of 1-6 players ❓ 5 rounds of general trivia πŸ’° Win up to $25 in gift cards πŸ’Έ Free to play Trivi-YAH is specially brewed for good times- expect delicious beer, fantastic vibes, and a crowd that knows how to raise a glass!

Free

Thursday, September 3, 2026

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

πŸ• 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:)

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Holland Pride

πŸ• 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Thursday, August 6, 2026

Autism Book Club: Life on the Bridge

πŸ• 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:)

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Adult Game Night

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Adult Game Night (open to those 18+) is held on the third Thursday of every month from 7pm to 9pm at the Community Center. All are welcome to join us for games, snacks, and meeting others in the community. Feel free to bring your own favorite game to share!

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Adult Game Night

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Adult Game Night (open to those 18+) is held on the third Thursday of every month from 7pm to 9pm at the Community Center. All are welcome to join us for games, snacks, and meeting others in the community. Feel free to bring your own favorite game to share!

Friday, May 22, 2026

Queer Writers Social

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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

Friday, May 29, 2026

Queer Writers Social

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Queer Fiber Arts

πŸ• 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Queer Fiber Arts

πŸ• 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Queer Fiber Arts

πŸ• 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

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

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Student Nights

πŸ• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

15% off for students.

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Student Nights

πŸ• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

15% off for students.

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Student Nights

πŸ• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

15% off for students.

Saturday, May 23, 2026

HOWLR: Furry Social Mixer

πŸ• 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Deaf/ASL LGBTQ+ Meeting

πŸ• 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

A meeting for the Deaf/Hard of Hearing LGBTQ+ community and those who want to practice their ASL skills.

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Sapphic Nights

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sapphic refers to an 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. 18+. 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.

Saturday, May 16, 2026

GR Queer Mixer

πŸ• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

GR Queer Mixer is a low stakes queer social mixer aimed at starting new connections for friends, friends & dates, or more. This month's theme is "80's and 90's kids" 18+ event.

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Reading the Rainbow

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Reading the Rainbow is Out On The Lakeshore’s inclusive book club, welcoming individuals of all genders and identities. We explore LGBTQ+ literature twice a month through engaging discussions and a variety of activities inspired by the books, including film screenings and author talks. Book List for 2026! January: Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin (Vintage Fiction, 159p) February: Upright Women Wanted by Sarah Gailey (Fiction/Romance, 176p) March: Tongue Breaker: Poems and Performance Texts by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha (Poetry, 170p) April: From Gay to Z: A Queer Compendium by Justin Elizabeth Sayre (Nonfiction, 240p) May: This Is How You Lose the Time War by Max Gladstone and Amal El-Mohtar (Fiction, 223p) June: Brandon and Wilson at the Catch by Curtis McMillen (YA Fiction, author visit on June 17th!) July: The Princess and the Grilled Cheese Sandwich by Deya Muniz (Graphic Novel, 256p) August: Song of My Softening by Omotara James and Keith Haring: A Life for Art by Alexandra Kolossa (Poetry, 70p & Nonfiction, 95p) September: Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Melinda Lo (YA Fiction, 414p) October: The Memory Librarian: And Other Stories of Dirty Computer by Janelle MonΓ‘e (Fiction, 352p) November: Love Is for All of Us: Poems of Tenderness and Belonging from the LGBTQ+ Community and Friends edited by James Crews and Brad Peacock (Poetry, 186p) December: So Many Stars: An Oral History of Trans, Nonbinary, Genderqueer,and Two-Spirit People of Color by Caro De Robertis (Nonfiction, 296p)

Thursday, May 28, 2026

College Nights

πŸ• 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

20% off for college students.

Thursday, May 14, 2026

Bi/Pan Social By The Letter B

πŸ• 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Brought to You Bi the Letter B: Your monthly hangout for bisexual, pansexual, fluid+, curious, and questioning folks of all genders! Whether you're a seasoned bi veteran or just bi-curious, pull up a chair. We're here to connect, chat, and celebrate everything in the beautiful, expansive world of bisexuality.

Friday, May 15, 2026

Queer Writers Social

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

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

Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Amateur Cabaret

πŸ• 10:00 PM

It's Amateur Cabaret Night!

$3

Wednesday, May 20, 2026

Amateur Cabaret

πŸ• 10:00 PM

It's Amateur Cabaret Night!

$3

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Amateur Cabaret

πŸ• 10:00 PM

It's Amateur Cabaret Night!

$3

Thursday, May 21, 2026 21+

Kink Night

πŸ• 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 $5 cover - only 21 and up admitted.

$5

Thursday, May 14, 2026 21+

Kick-Ass Karaoke

πŸ• 10:00 PM

It's Kick-Ass Karaoke, hosted by DeeDee Chaunte! Every 2nd and 4th Thursday join us at 10pm and come enjoy our NEW Karaoke platform and NEW selection of songs with amazing drink specials and mug specials! It's Thirsty Thursday at 10 PM! $3 Wells and $2 Domestic Bottles $2 off Premium Beer, Call, & Top Shelf $5 cover - only 21 and up admitted.

$5

Thursday, May 28, 2026 21+

Kick-Ass Karaoke

πŸ• 10:00 PM

It's Kick-Ass Karaoke, hosted by DeeDee Chaunte! Every 2nd and 4th Thursday join us at 10pm and come enjoy our NEW Karaoke platform and NEW selection of songs with amazing drink specials and mug specials! It's Thirsty Thursday at 10 PM! $3 Wells and $2 Domestic Bottles $2 off Premium Beer, Call, & Top Shelf $5 cover - only 21 and up admitted.

$5

Friday, May 15, 2026 21+

Fab Friday

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Open dance floor all night long!

$10

Friday, May 22, 2026 21+

Fab Friday

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Open dance floor all night long!

$10

Friday, May 29, 2026 21+

Fab Friday

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Open dance floor all night long!

$10

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Sizzlin Saturday

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Open dance floor all night long!

$10

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Sizzlin Saturday

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Open dance floor all night long!

$10

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Sizzlin Saturday

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Open dance floor all night long!

$10

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Show Night

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Show Night at Rumors!

$7

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Show Night

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Show Night at Rumors!

$7

Sunday, May 31, 2026

Show Night

πŸ• 10:00 PM

Show Night at Rumors!

$7

Friday, May 15, 2026

Craft & Connect

πŸ• 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!

Saturday, May 16, 2026

Joan Donaldson presents Wedded to the Land

πŸ• 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Featuring her book Wedded to the Land, Joan will speak on Armed Forces Day about her memoir of organic farming and life as a military family.

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Whimsy Journal Making

πŸ• 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Calling all book lovers and crafty creatives! You all love the Junk Journals in store, and it’s time to bring your custom journal to life. At this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn the art of sewn binding, how to add new pages to your book, and create interest pages that make your journal uniquely yours. Whether you’re continuing to learn more on your junk journal creations or joining fresh, this is your chance to dive deeper into your creative practice and connect with fellow book nerds. All supplies are included in your ticket, and are yours to keep for the crafting!

$25

Sunday, May 17, 2026

Beacon: A Good Men's Gathering

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

In our history and our culture, lighting a beacon was a call for aid. In England, the beacons still stand, lit during times of honor and memorial. They’ve become centers of gathering, places that a community come together to celebrate, to remember, and to strengthen their bond. Beacon is our modern take, a monthly meetup for men in the Holland area who want a place to connect. The goal is to gather on the third Sunday of each month around this beacon: that honor and hope and possibility are the bonds of good men. Think of it as a chance to check in, swap stories, talk about books, hobbies, local happenings, vent about work, or just sit and listen. There’s no agenda, no pitch, no pressure. Sometimes we’ll offer a loose theme to kick things off, but mostly we let the discussion take its own path. It’s a space t…

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Sip & Craft

πŸ• 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Simple. Social. Sustainable.

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Textual Healing Book Club

πŸ• 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Come for the hearts, stay for the flames!

Thursday, May 21, 2026

Readers Without Borders

πŸ• 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Expand your horizons!

Tuesday, May 19, 2026

Crafting with Pride

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Crafting with Pride 3rd Tuesdays from 7:00 - 9:00 PM This group is for arts and crafts of all types, fiber arts, craft projects, drawing, calligraphy, painting miniatures, and suffering over computer code are all better with company. Our casual crafting group welcomes the whole 2-SLGBTQ+ community, as well as allies, from novice to expert, learners or teachers, to dedicate some time to your creative projects. Conversations are low-key and fun, and you can participate as much as you like, or simply relax in good company!

Thursday, May 28, 2026

Cheers, Queers! A Non-Alcoholic Meetup

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join us this Thursday for "Cheers, Queers! A Non-Alcoholic Meetup" at @lotusbrewcoffeedrybar! ✨ "Cheers, Queers!" is a vibrant and casual meetup for the West Michigan's Trans & Queer Community! Come reconnect with old friends (and meet some new ones)! This bimonthly event alternates between a standard happy hour at Brewery Vivant, and a non-alcoholic meetup at Lotus Brew. ✨ Co-sponsored by @grtransfoundation & @grandrapidspridecenter.

Sunday, May 31, 2026 21+

Amazeballs Bingo

πŸ• 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Join us on Sunday, May 31, at @theaptlounge for bingo, instant games (🍌&πŸ’), CASH prizes, incredible drag performances, good drinks, and lots of fun! All proceeds go towards the affirming work of GR Trans Foundation. πŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ Progressive Jackpot: $345

$1

Thursday, May 21, 2026

OutLoud Sports: Kickball Free Play (21+)

πŸ• 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

OutFront Kalamazoo and OutLoud Sports are excited to announce our 2026 LGBTQIA+ & Allies Kickball League! Get ready for our upcoming 6-week season at one of our free play sessions, taking place on Thursday, May 7 and May 21 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. at Versluis/Dickinson Park. These free play sessions are open to ages 21 and up.

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Pre-Pride Event: Doggie Day!

πŸ• 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Doggie Day is back! Bring your dogs (big and small!) to Fairmount Park on Saturday, May 23 from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. for this favorite Pre-Pride tradition. We’ll have racing games, a biscuit-eating contest, a β€œbest trick” contest, and a photo both to take a picture with your pup. We will be grilling hot dogs (meat and vegetarian) while our furry friends sniff, bark, and play. There will be pools placed around the park, so please bring your own towels. And don’t worry, there will be games for humans too - complete with door prizes! New this year! Our Proud Families playgroup will have a kid’s corner with games and activities for littles! Don’t leave anyone at home, because Doggy Day is truly an event for the whole family.

Friday, June 5, 2026

Kalamazoo Pride 2026

πŸ• 6:00 PM

Kalamazoo Pride is back for another season of LGBTQIA+ joy! Join us June 5-6, 2026 for Downtown Kalamazoo's largest event of the year. All proceeds support OutFront Kalamazoo's work providing vital programs, services, and resources to the LGBTQIA+ community all year long.

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Kalamazoo Pride 2026

πŸ• 9:00 AM

Kalamazoo Pride is back for another season of LGBTQIA+ joy! Join us June 5-6, 2026 for Downtown Kalamazoo's largest event of the year. All proceeds support OutFront Kalamazoo's work providing vital programs, services, and resources to the LGBTQIA+ community all year long.

Saturday, June 27, 2026

Youth Pride 2026: Dive Into Pride!

πŸ• 12:00 PM

"Dive Into Pride" at Youth Pride 2026! Kalamazoo's first and only Pride festival curated by and for LGBTQIA+ youth and families is back for another season. Join us on Saturday, June 27 from noon to 6:00 p.m. at Girl Scouts Heart of Michigan for this FREE event! Note: Children ages 0-13 must be accompanied be an adult (18+). Anyone over the age of 24 must be accompanied by a youth (age 0-24).

Friday, July 31, 2026

OutFront Night @ the Growlers

πŸ• 5:35 PM

The Kalamazoo Growlers will be hosting OutFront Kalamazoo at the ballpark on Friday, July 31! First Pitch is at 6:35 p.m., with gates opening at 5:35 p.m. Join us to have an awesome night of fun, family, and cheering on the Growlers! Important Details: Former Detroit Tiger Legend Coaching the Growlers for this game only! Post-Game Fireworks Show. All-Inclusive Ticket Options!

Friday, May 22, 2026

Doctor Voynich and Her Children

πŸ• 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Doctor Rue Voynich, a transgender woman, and her apprentice Fade travel the American Heartland dispensing herbal medications. Covertly, they perform abortions, which have been illegal since the days of the first woman president, Ivanka Trump. Fade tries to help local youth Hannah complete her abortion, using knowledge from an ancient manuscript, before her mother and the sheriff can nail them for the β€œattempted murder of an unborn person.”

Saturday, May 23, 2026

Doctor Voynich and Her Children (ASL Interpreted)

πŸ• 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM

Doctor Rue Voynich, a transgender woman, and her apprentice Fade travel the American Heartland dispensing herbal medications. Covertly, they perform abortions, which have been illegal since the days of the first woman president, Ivanka Trump. Fade tries to help local youth Hannah complete her abortion, using knowledge from an ancient manuscript, before her mother and the sheriff can nail them for the β€œattempted murder of an unborn person.”

Sunday, May 24, 2026

Doctor Voynich and Her Children

πŸ• 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Doctor Rue Voynich, a transgender woman, and her apprentice Fade travel the American Heartland dispensing herbal medications. Covertly, they perform abortions, which have been illegal since the days of the first woman president, Ivanka Trump. Fade tries to help local youth Hannah complete her abortion, using knowledge from an ancient manuscript, before her mother and the sheriff can nail them for the β€œattempted murder of an unborn person.”

Saturday, June 27, 2026

12 Hour Playfest

πŸ• 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

12 Hour Playfest is a fun theatre day for all involved. At 8am the playwrights arrive and are given a prompt, prop, and the number of actors in their scene and start writing. At 12p the actors and directors arrive, meet with the playwright, and run off to reserved space to rehearse. At some point in the day, they will be given one hour in the performance space to test tech. At 8p the curtain comes up and we present to our audience the plays that 12 hours ago didn’t exist.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 21+

Flourish: Our 10-Year Celebration

πŸ• 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

You’re invited to β€œFlourish: Our 10-Year Celebration,” a celebratory evening of socializing, premium selections or food & drinks, live music & performance, raffle prizes, and a short program about our past decade of impactful and life-changing services for the local Trans community. You won’t want to miss this event! Encouraged Dress: Semi-formal with floral or botanical accents. 🌺 Come celebrate with us! 🩡🩷🀍🩷🩡 We are also looking for Business Sponsors and Raffle Items (i.e. goods, art, giftcards, or services) to help support this event. Please reach out to us at executivedirector@grtransfoundation.org if you’re interested!

$95