Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: March 7th, 7:00-9:00pm
Next: March 7th
What: you’ve heard of good drag, now get ready for some bad drag! Performers are encouraged to bring their worst work to the stage so you can expect a wild evening of serendipitous eccentricity.
-Pay-what-you-want cover or bring a potluck dish to share. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
-Details of age/audience etc: all ages, but use discretion as numbers will not be censored.
-Content warnings will be in frequent use.
-TLN is a sober, alcohol-free space.
-Sign-ups will be live soon!
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: 3rd Fridays, 7:00-9:00pm
Next: March 21; April 18; May 16; June 20; July 18; August 15; & September 19
-Drag Show inspired by the 7 Deadly Sins
-Each show focuses a theme on 1 of the 7 sins
-Shows are free; donations towards Queer Eugene and tips to performers
-18+
-Email Board@QueerEugene.org with any questions
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: Every Thursday, 10:00pm
Next: February 6th, 13th, 20th, & 27th
What: Writing exercises, writing discussion, and guided peer workshop
Details: All ages, drop-ins welcome, no writing or workshop experience necessary, judgement-free zone
Where: Books With Pictures Eugene
When: 1st Saturdays, 11:30am
Next: March 1st
-Join QE downtown for our monthly family read aloud!
-We will have a different story each time, read aloud by a volunteer.
-Then time for socializing afterwards.
-Second floor stair and elevator access.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: Mondays, 4:00-6:00pm
Next: February 3rd, 10th, 17th, & 24th
-Join Kayla and other volunteers to sort donated clothing
-Clothing goes towards our clothing program (our closet, clothing swaps, and donations to partner organizations' closets)
-Email Kayla Events@QueerEugene.org with any questions
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: 1st Thursdays, 5:30pm-8:00pm
Next: February 6th
-Join Queer Eugene for Movie Night at The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd, 97404.
-February's movie is The Celluloid Closet!
-We meet every 1st Thursday from 5:30-8:00pm.
-Bring your own dinner, little treats, and drinks
-Hot chocolate, popcorn, movie, chairs, and space provided.
-Kitchen on-site to heat things up.
-Email Director@QueerEugene.org with any questions.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: Every Sunday, 12:00-1:30pm
Next: February 2nd, 9th, 16, & 23rd
-Queer and Trans Beginner Grappling Class
-Weekly class for queer and trans community members to learn grappling and self defense techniques
-Email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org with any questions
Where: the
When: April 4th, 7:00-9:00pm
Next:
What: what is drag? We are going to attempt to answer that question. Come and see.
-Pay-what-you-want cover or bring a potluck dish to share. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
-Details of age/audience etc: all ages, but use discretion as numbers will not be censored.
-Content warnings will be in frequent use.
-TLN is a sober, alcohol-free space.
Where: Starlight Lounge
When: 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:00pm
Next: February 13th & 27th
-Trivia Night at Starlight Lounge!
-Prizes for 1st and 2nd place provided by HIV Alliance.
-HIV Alliance present for testing and HRT kits every 4th Thursday!
-First floor access, no steps.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: Every Wednesday; 5:30pm-7:00pm (Not on January 1st!)
Next: February 5th, 12th, 19th, & 26th
What: come hang out and work on your current crafting project! (knitting, crocheting, sewing, painting, drawing, etc.)
Details: Queer Eugene will have crayons, markers, pencils, various papers, and coloring books
Everyone welcome!
Questions? Email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: April 4th, 7:00-9:00pm
Next: April 4th
What: what is drag? We are going to attempt to answer that question. Come and see.
-Pay-what-you-want cover or bring a potluck dish to share. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
-Details of age/audience etc: all ages, but use discretion as numbers will not be censored.
-Content warnings will be in frequent use.
-TLN is a sober, alcohol-free space.
-Sign-ups will be live soon!
Where: Online
When: 1st Mondays, 6:00pm
Next: February 3rd
-Join Queer Eugene for History Club at The Lavender Network (440 Maxwell Rd, 97404) + online access!
-We meet every 1st Monday from 6:00-7:00pm.
-We listen to a podcast about queer history and talking about what we learned, then see how it connects to our lives now- and what may happen in our future??
-If you have any questions or want the online meeting link, email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org.
Where: Alternating
When: 1st Mondays, 4:15-5:15pm; 3rd Tuesdays, 4:15-6:15pm
Next: February 3rd & 18th
-Meetings are open to all queer educators in Lane County.
-"Educators" is defined as a person working in the education system.
-1st Mondays are 4:15-5:15pm online
-3rd Tuesdays are 4:15-6:15pm in-person, location changes.
-Meetings focus on two main pieces: business (how we want to show up in the education system) and social (having community with each other).
-If you are working at a school district in Lane, Linn, Benton, or Lincoln Counties you can get a stipend for attending meetings.
-Email QAG@lesd.k12.or.us with any questions! Email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org if you have trouble with the QAG address.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 8:00pm
Next: February 4th & 18th
What: Improv games, exercises, socializing
Details: All ages, drop-ins welcome, no improv experience necessary!
Where: Elevation Bouldering Gym
When: Every Sunday, 4pm
Next: Every Sunday
-Meetup for queer folks to climb together!
-Queer Climbing Meetups will take place every second Sunday, starting at 4pm.
-To encourage new meetup participants, we offer free entry for new climbers and 50% off day passes for returning climbers on the 2nd Sunday of every month.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: 2nd Saturdays, 10:00am-12:00pm
Next: February 8th, 10:00am-12:00pm
-What: One time, one place, your whole family. Bring your whole family for each of y’all to hang out with your peers! A room for kids, a room for teens, and a room for adults
-Details: Treats and drinks provided
-Email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org if you have any questions!
Where: NAMI Lane County
Next: February 22nd, 12:00-3:00pm
-Queer Eugene coordinates clothing swaps, with alternating community partners bringing their resources and services.
-We are constantly accepting donations of CLEAN clothing and accessories!
-All clothing donations go towards our permanent clothing closet, the clothing swaps that we host, as well as being shared with community partner closets.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: May 10th, 12:00-4:00pm
Next: May 10th, 12:00-4:00pm
-In partnership with HIV Alliance
-Time for community building through art, music, food/snacks, and community partners.
-Local art vendors
-Clothing swap
-Resources brought by local community groups and organizations
-Masks required indoors
-Email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org if you have any questions
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: April 26th, 6:00-10:00pm
Next: April 26th
Think prom, but gay!
-Dancing, music, games, hanging out
-Snacks, drinks, treats provided
-Wear fun, fancy, cool, weird clothes; some cool clothes provided from Queer Eugene's clothing program
-Sign-up form thing in the works
-Student-created and student-led
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: April 6th, 2:00-4:00pm
Next: April 6th
-A collaboration between QE, SASS and CQC
-A space for queer survivors to talk about consent, boundaries and community during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
-We will have journaling and craft activities and prompts for discussion
-It is completely free, all supplies will be provided.
-Email support@sass-lane.org with any questions!
Where: 1680 East 15th Avenue Eugene, OR 97403
When: February 28th, 5:30-8:30
Next: February 28th, 5:30-8:30
-Free access to the museum after hours; able to view the exhibits on display.
-Light refreshments provided by UO Museum of Natural and Cultural History
-Screening of a queer movie!
-Bring CLEAN clothes to share in a clothing swap tonight!
Email Lake Director@QueerEugene.org with any questions
Where: TBD
Next: July 2025, Time TBD
-Queer Eugene's 3rd Annual Fundraiser!
-We will have a silent auction, drag performances, a dance party, and more!
-Details announced as we get closer to the event!
-If you'd like to support QE, you can invite your friends to our events and you can access donation information here.
Where: The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Rd 97404
When: April 25th, 6:00-9:00pm
Next: April 25th
Think prom, but gay!
-Dancing, music, games, hanging out
-Snacks, drinks, treats provided
-Wear fun, fancy, cool, weird clothes; some cool clothes provided from Queer Eugene's clothing program
-Sign-up form thing in the works
-Student-created and student-led