Join us for a Queer Book Swap and Social! Bring up to 5 pre-loved books to swap, and enjoy mixing and mingling with other bookish queers in this cozy, inclusive space. The books do not have to be specifically queer, but if they are, even better!
Each book swap is paired with an activity to help break the ice and get your creative energy flowing. The activities will begin about an hour into the event.
Wednesday, September 24
Custom Collage Bookmarks with Amelie/@QueerCollaging
Make a one-of-a-kind bookmark using upcycled materials.
All supplies are provided, and no experience is needed!
Friday, November 21
Poetry Workshop & Open Mic Night
Join a brief poetry workshop led by PJ, followed by an open-mic!
Slots are 2 minutes for poetry/prose and 4 minutes for live music or comedy.
You can sign-up upon arrival. Music must be sent to queerswap@gmail.com in advance.
How Does It Work?
When you arrive you will drop the books you have brought to swap in the swap-zone. You are free to “shop” the books that others have brought. Please only take as many as you brought. Since these events are run with minimal volunteer power, we operate on the honour system.
Any items remaining at the end of the swap may be kept for the next event, or donated. Please bring books that other people would enjoy. The general rule of swapping is to bring the kind of quality items you would like to bring home with you! Most people do not want outdated textbooks, books that are missing pages, have heavy water damage, etc.
If you have more than 5 items, please hold onto the rest for another swap event! We, unfortunately, do not have the space to store so many books in our personal home in conjunction with the clothing swap items.
Tickets are PWYC - Suggested donation of £5. We are a nonprofit and all proceeds are used to cover overhead costs and put on future events.
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Accessibility Guide for Theatre Deli
Please note that we do not have a BSL interpreter available for our workshops or for the open mic. If you would like a copy of written instructions, please reach out to us 2-3 days before the event and we can provide them for you. You can message us on outsavvy, or email us at queerswap@gmail.com.