Game Night
2023-12-01 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-29 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-05 19:00 - 21:00, 2024-01-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Every Friday night, Quatrefoil hosts a game night from 7-9. Bring your own game or browse from the library’s extensive selection of board games, cards, puzzles, and even queer-themed games! All are welcome whether you’re a gamer or not!

Our Lives, Our Books: A Short History of LGBTQ Publishing
2023-12-02 14:00 - 16:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Enjoy a discussion with queer writer, editor and publisher Catherine Lundoff on the history of LGBTQ+ publishing in the US, using examples from Quatrefoil’s collection. The publishing process itself is often one that takes a back seat to the writing and the creative portion of making a book, but it is important in and of itself. The ability to publish books ourselves with our communities in mind is critical for keeping queer voices available for the future. Event includes a discussion and live Q&A.
Sign up for this event on our Eventbrite. Registration is free but required.
Catherine Lundoff is an award-winning queer writer, editor and publisher who lives in Minneapolis with her wife and the cats who own them. She is the author of over 100 published short stories and essays and her books include the Wolves of Wolf’s Point Series: Silver Moon and Blood Moon, Unfinished Business: Tales of the Dark Fantastic, Out of This World: Queer Speculative Fiction Stories and A Day at the Inn, A Night at the Palace and Other Stories. She is also the editor of the anthologies Scourge of the Seas of Time (and Space) and Haunted Hearths and Sapphic Shades: Lesbian Ghost Stories and co-editor (with JoSelle Vanderhooft) of Hellebore and Rue: Tales of Queer Women and Magic. In addition, she is also the publisher at Queen of Swords Press, a genre fiction publisher specializing in fiction from out of this world. Queen of Swords Press publishes work by Jennie Goloboy, Melissa Scott, Amy Griswold, A.J. Fitzwater, Heather Rose Jones, Alex Acks, Dee Holloway, Michael Merriam and others. She also teaches writing and publishing workshops at the Loft Literary Center, Cat Rambo’s Rambo Academy, Springboard for the Arts, Clarion West Online and other venues.
Websites: www.catherinelundoff.net and www.queenofswordspress.com

Queer Threads
2023-12-06 19:00 - 21:00, 2023-12-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Queer Threads is a weekly intergenerational craft night for LGBTQ people of all genders where people knit, crochet, embroider, mend, quilt, and any other portable crafts you may want to bring. Queer Threads is a great place to find community and camaraderie with other LGBTQ crafters and is open to all ages and genders. Kids are welcome, but childcare is not provided.
Please note, Queer Threads is a masked event. Please contact the organizer, India (she/her) about any accessibility needs or concerns. thread.librarian@gmail.com
Help cultivate a welcoming group: crafting is for all gender identities and types of gender expression; ask for (rather than assume) pronouns; all types of yarn and materials, experience levels, and portable craft projects are welcome.

Technology Committee Monthly Meeting
2023-12-07 19:00 - 20:00 | MN
The Technology Committee manages all things tech at Quatrefoil. This includes keeping computers up-to-date, purchasing new items to support the library’s operation and events, and exploring new software.
We meet over Zoom. Please email technology@quatrefoil.org with questions or to join.

North Country Gaylaxians Monthly Meeting
2023-12-12 19:00 - 21:00 | MN
North Country Gaylaxians Book ClubThe Twin Cities’ chapter of the Gaylactic Network.We read and discuss Science Fiction/Fantasy/Horror and other speculative fiction with LGBTQ+ or similar content or by LGBTQ+ authors.We meet the second Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pmQuatrefoil Library 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 612-729-2543Due to Covid-19 pandemic, this meeting will be conducted online via Zoom MeetingJoin Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86548507595…• Meeting ID: 865 4850 7595 • Passcode: 366200

Check us out on Facebook under North Country Gaylaxianshttps://www.facebook.com/groups/196936024304/ or visit ncgaylaxians.org,
join the mailing list for regular gaming notices; or FFI: 651-307-4239; d-lena@umn.edu

Coming in Fall 2023, the return of ConFABulous: (10/20 – 10/22/2023) an in-person event featuring panels and gaming at the Crowne Plaza Suites in MPLS. www.confabulous.org

Moon Palace Queer Book Club
2023-12-13 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-01-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Event by Moon Palace Books
Public · Join us for Queer Book Club every second Wednesday from 7-8pm at Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN 55407! (Please note that in June, July, and August we will only meet at Quatrefoil if it rains. Otherwise we will meet at Brackett Park.)

Quatrefoil Library Board of Directors Meeting
2023-12-14 19:00 - 20:30 | MN
Our Board of Directors meets monthly in a hybrid format (in person + over Microsoft Teams). Board meetings cover a range of topics including operational updates, strategic direction of the library, and proposals for new initiatives/projects.
Our board meetings are open to volunteers, members, and the wider community. Meeting guests (non-board members) are expected to be respectful of our agenda and policies, and are welcome to share their feedback and ideas. We also have regular board office hours, which serve as an another forum for transparency and discussion with the board.
Please email Paul Kaefer (he/him) at president@quatrefoil.org for additional information or to get the hybrid meeting link. You may also email Paul or complete this form to express interest in joining the board.

Twin Cities Prime Timers Book Club
2023-12-16 12:30 - 15:15 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Prime Timers Minneapolis/St. Paul is a diverse social organization for the enrichment of gay and bisexual men at all stages of their lives. Our members embrace the Prime Timer’s commitment to Community, Connections, and Caring. We provide opportunities to socialize and build relationships that go beyond Prime Timers Minneapolis/St. Paul.
To keep you up-to-date on our chapter’s activities, we distribute distribute a monthly newsletter and send out a weekly reminder of upcoming events via e-mail. Sign up here.
Check our online Events Calendar for the latest details on events.

Prime Timers Dominoes
2023-12-17 13:00 - 16:00, 2024-01-21 13:00 - 16:00 | MN
Join the Prime Timers for an afternoon of dominoes. Feel free to bring a snack to share and your dominoes set, though not required.

Twin Cities Lesbian Fiction Book Club
2023-12-20 19:00 - 20:30 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Virtual Book Club that meets online via Zoom – please direct all questions and requests for the Zoom link to jchandlerauthor@gmail.com
You are welcome to attend even if you didn’t read the book, or didn’t like it. We enjoy staying in touch with our friends!
December – Transitory by JM Redmann—A Mickey Knight Mystery
December Book
The cops blow it off, another Black transgender woman who surprised a customer with what was under the dress—bad luck she was pushed out of the car and then hit by another vehicle. But Micky Knight witnessed it, crossing the street at the right—or wrong—time, only yards away from what didn’t look at all like an accident to her. The woman was dressed more like a librarian than a sex worker. It’s not her case, she was just walking home from a local bar. No ID was found on the victim, and the only clue is an appointment card with cryptic initials, CJ at CC. Micky has a good idea what they mean—Cordelia James at CrescentCare, a local health clinic that sees many transgender clients. Cordelia, a doctor and her ex. Micky doesn’t want to get involved, but there will be no justice if she doesn’t. As she investigates, she uncovers a family in turmoil and ugly secrets—ones people will kill for.

Library Closed
2023-12-22 08:00 - 2023-12-26 17:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Our library is closed on this day for the holidays

Volunteer Committee meeting
2023-12-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Our volunteer committee is responsible for recruiting and training volunteers. They also maintain our volunteer schedule, for operating hours and special events.
Anyone is welcome to stop in if interested in joining, or to share constructive ideas. You can also sign up via our volunteer form.
This meeting is in person unless otherwise communicated.

Board Office Hours
2023-12-30 11:00 - 13:00 | MN
Are you interested to meet the Quatrefoil Library board members? Do you have questions or would like to share an idea? Or maybe you are interested in serving on the board?
Stop by from 11-1 the last Saturday of each month to meet current Board President Paul Kaefer (he/him) and other board members, availability permitting.

Library Closed
2023-12-31 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Library closed for the holiday

Quatrefoil Library Board of Directors Meeting
2024-01-11 19:00 - 20:30 | Quatrefoil Library: Spirit on Lake Community Room, 1220 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Our Board of Directors meets monthly in a hybrid format (in person and on Microsoft Teams). Board meetings cover a range of topics including operational updates, strategic direction of the library, and proposals for new initiatives/projects.
Our board meetings are open to volunteers, members, and the wider community. Meeting guests (non-board members) are expected to be respectful of our agenda and policies, and are welcome to share their feedback and ideas. We also have regular board office hours, which serve as an another forum for transparency and discussion with the board.
Please email Paul Kaefer (he/him) at president@quatrefoil.org for additional information or to get the hybrid meeting link. You may also email Paul or complete this form to express interest in joining the board.

Queer Threads
2024-01-17 08:00 - 17:00, 2024-01-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Queer threads: a weekly intergenerational craft night for LGBTQ people of all genders
what: a weekly craft night for knitting, crochet, embroidery, mending, quilting, and other portable crafts
why: find community and camaraderie with other LGBTQ crafters
who: for all ages and genders. Kids are welcome, but childcare is not provided.
where: Quatrefoil Library at 1220 E Lake St Minneapolis.
when: Wednesday nights from 7-9 pm
accessibility: please wear a mask.
help us cultivate a welcoming group: crafting is for all gender identities and types of gender expression; ask for (rather than assume) pronouns; all types of yarn and materials, experience levels, and portable craft projects are welcome.

Twin Cities Lesbian Fiction Book Club
2024-01-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Online Events
Virtual Book Club that meets online via Zoom – please direct all questions and requests for the Zoom link to jchandlerauthor@gmail.com
You are welcome to attend even if you didn’t read the book, or didn’t like it. We enjoy staying in touch with our friends!
Book of the month and description coming soon.

Prime Timers Bookclub
2024-01-20 13:15 - 15:15 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
This monthly book club is a subgroup of the Twin Cities Prime Timers Club, which is affiliated with the state and national organizations. It meets each third Saturday of the month at Quatrefoil from 1:15pm – 3:15pm.
Book of the month: In Memoriam by Alice Winn

Introduction to Community Journalism Workshop
2024-01-27 14:00 - 16:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Introduction to Community Journalism (a workshop)

RSVP to info@journalismofcolor.com – all are welcome
Co-hosted by The Alley Communications, Phillips West Neighborhood Organization, and the Journalism of Color Training Center

2pm-4pm

Transgender Book Club
2024-01-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
The Transgender Book Club meets the fourth Sunday of the month from 1-2pm to discuss books by and about trans people. We welcome people of all genders, orientations, and backgrounds!
2024 Schedule:
1/28 Nimona by ND Stevenson
2/25 Freshwater by Akwaeke Emezi
3/24 Hell Followed With Us by Andrew Joseph White
4/28 Nobody Needs to Know by Pidgeon Pagonis
5/26 The Lamb Will Slaughter the Lion by Margaret Killjoy
6/23 Summer Fun by Jeanne Thornton
7/28 Drag Me Up by RM Virtues
8/25 How Far the Light Reaches by Sabrina Imbler
9/22 Confluence by Nyri Bakkalian
10/27 Mimosa by Archie Bongiovanni
11/24 Bye Bye Binary by Eric Geron
Find us on Facebook: “Transgender Book Club at Quatrefoil Library”
For more information, email Kai at kaigottschalk101@gmail.com.

Quatrefoil Winter Book Sale
2024-02-03 11:00 - 16:00 | Quatrefoil Library, 1220 East Lake Street, Minneapolis, MN, 55407, United States
Quatrefoil is having another used book sale! Enjoy a free cup of Peace Coffee while you browse our selection of used LGBTQIA books, DVDs, and more. All priced to walk out with you. Bring a friend! Masks suggested. Not a member yet? Join us! Membership is free and gets you access to what is hot-off-the-press in queer publishing—physical AND digital (audio + ebooks) via Libby.
