Gay Men's Bookclub

This book club is primarily for gay men but anyone is welcome to attend! We meet on the third Wednesday of each month (excluding holiday weeks). Bring a friend and feel free to check out the group even if you haven't read the book! We vote on book selections about 1-3 months in advance.

Following our book discussion we usually go to dinner together, but this is optional.

Cost: The book club is free, but you may bring a small contribution towards the cost of the room reservation at Under the Umbrella.

COVID Precautions: It is a requirement for both the bookstore and the book club to wear a mask while in the store.

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2022 Book Schedule

January | Here There Be Gerblins by C McElroy et al.

March | We Contain Multitudes by Sarah Henstra

April | Gay Bar by Jeremy Atherton Lin

May | Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune

June | Luna: New Moon by Ian McDonald

July | Aristotle and Dante Dive Into the Waters of the World by Benjamin Alire Saenz

August | The Last Sun by KD Edwards

September | The Fifth Season by NK Jemisin

October | Echo by Thomas Olde Heuvelt

November | Sacred Band by Joseph Carriker

December | Swimming in the Dark by Tomasz Jedrowski

2023 Book Schedule

January | Bloom by Kevin Panetta

February | Winter's Orbit by Everina Maxwell

Upcoming Events

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Queer Speed Date Mixer
Fri, Apr 26
Salt Lake City
Apr 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Apr 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Meet new friends, lovers or anyone in between!
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Stitch to Resist!
Sat, Apr 27
Salt Lake City
Apr 27, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Apr 27, 2024, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Join local artists Elisha and Miyuki for a drop-in embroidery workshop in Umbrella Cafe.
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QEWBOO Book Club
Sun, Apr 28
Salt Lake City
Apr 28, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Apr 28, 2024, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Make friends and read a new sci-fi/fantasy novel every month!
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Queer Poetry Night
Sun, Apr 28
Under the Umbrella Bookstore
Apr 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Under the Umbrella Bookstore, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Apr 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Under the Umbrella Bookstore, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Open to all open mic!
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Graphic Novel Book Club
Tue, Apr 30
Salt Lake City
Apr 30, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Apr 30, 2024, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Make friends and chat about a new graphic novel every month!
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Art for Palestine Pop-up
Fri, May 03
Salt Lake City
May 03, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 03, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Join the SLC Photo Community for an art sale fundraiser
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SLC Writers Group
Sat, May 04
Salt Lake City
May 04, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 04, 2024, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Writing group now accepting new members!
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#TheDiverseBaseline Book Discussion
Sun, May 05
Umbrella Cafe
May 05, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Umbrella Cafe, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 05, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Umbrella Cafe, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
A casual get-together to discuss what you're reading for #TheDiverseBaseline Book Challenge!
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Game Night: Thirsty Sword Lesbians
Sun, May 05
Salt Lake City
May 05, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 05, 2024, 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Learn to play this new queer TTRPG!
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Rebecca Thorne | Can't Spell Treason Without Tea
Wed, May 08
The Legendarium
May 08, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Legendarium, 349 E 900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, USA
May 08, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
The Legendarium, 349 E 900 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, USA
Join us for a fireside chat with the romantasy author!
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Queer Youth Art Night
Thu, May 09
Salt Lake City
May 09, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 09, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Free monthly craft night with local artist, Summer!
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Pandemic Political Education Book Club
Wed, May 15
Salt Lake City
May 15, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 15, 2024, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Make friends and learn about queer health justice!
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Third Saturday Supply Drive
Sat, May 18
Salt Lake City
May 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Donate life-saving items to the local houseless community
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Queer Pop-up Market
Sat, May 18
Under the Umbrella
May 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Under the Umbrella, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 18, 2024, 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Under the Umbrella, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Celebrate and shop small with our queer local vendors!
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Scream Queers Horror Book Club
Sat, May 18
Salt Lake City
May 18, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 18, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Make friends and read a new horror novel every month!
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Queer Stitch Club
Tue, May 21
Under the Umbrella
May 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Under the Umbrella, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 21, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Under the Umbrella, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Crafty Queers assemble! Bring your projects and your questions for another evening of camaraderie.
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LGBTea + Read Book Club
Sat, May 25
Salt Lake City
May 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Salt Lake City, 1944 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106, USA
May 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Salt Lake City, 1944 S 1100 E, Salt Lake City, UT 84106, USA
Make friends, sip tea, enjoy a book!
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Queer Romance Book Club
Sun, May 26
Salt Lake City
May 26, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
May 26, 2024, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM
Salt Lake City, 511 W 200 S Suite 120, Salt Lake City, UT 84101, USA
Make friends and read a new romance novel every month!
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