Cleo Taurus presents Queer Matchmaking on Saturday, March 1st from 5-8pm at Morningside Park (1600 Dandridge Ave) Sign up by Feb 26th and be matched with four one-on-one dates and one small group mixer. Everyone gets to mix and mingle at the end. This is a sober event for Queer* adults (18+). Light refreshments are provided.
*We are using the expanded definition of queer that encompasses the lgbtqiaa+ community and welcomes a spirit of radical expression and acceptance.
RSVP to our Facebook Event.
This event occurs Quarterly.
Includes light refreshments.
You will be emailed a link to the questionnaire within 24 hours of purchase. Please make sure you give us a good email address for you.
Past Matchmaking Gallery
Cleo Taurus presents Queer Mixer in collaboration with Tootsie Jablonski on Wednesday, January 29th from 6-9pm at The Birdhouse. (800 N 4th Ave) Join Tootsie (she/her) and Cleo Taurus (they/them) for an evening of making Fire Cider, a tonic used for immunity health. Attendees will be guided through the process of making your own fire cider, learn about its benefits, and will leave with their very own jar of fire cider. No experience is required. All materials provided. This event is open to any queer-identifying folks who are looking to meet other queers. (You do not need to be single or looking for any sort of relationship to attend).
*We are using the expanded definition of queer that encompasses the lgbtqiaa+ community and welcomes a spirit of radical expression and acceptance.
FREE, all materials provided. Funded by the Queer Liberation Arts Grant.
Advance sign ups are appreciated, but not required. Come one, come all!
Queer Mixer Events occur Monthly and the theme changes every time.
Cleo Taurus presents Queer Mixer in collaboration with Brennan Henshaw on Friday, February 21st from 6-9pm at The Birdhouse. (800 N 4th Ave) Join Brennan (he/they) and Cleo Taurus (they/them)for a self portrait photography workshop focused on self-love. Brennan will lead an interactive presentation and give a demonstration on self photography. Attendees will create their own self portraits with their phones, and we will have a show and tell at the end. Light refreshments provided.
No experience is required. All materials provided. This event is open to any queer-identifying folks who are looking to meet other queers. (You do not need to be single or looking for any sort of relationship to attend).
*We are using the expanded definition of queer that encompasses the lgbtqiaa+ community and welcomes a spirit of radical expression and acceptance.
FREE, all materials provided. Funded by the Queer Liberation Arts Grant.
Advance sign ups are appreciated, but not required. Come one, come all!
RSVP to our Facebook Event.
Queer Mixer Events occur Monthly and the theme changes every time.
Cleo Taurus presents Queer Mixer on Sunday March 23rd from 6-9pm at The Birdhouse. (800 N 4th Ave) Join Mellifera (She/her) and Cleo Taurus (They/Them) for a beginner friendly shibari rope lesson and activity. Mellifera will talk about her experience with rope, teach us a single column tie, and lead a fun activity to focus on building connection and trust. First 12 people will leave with a cotton rope kit by Mellifera, or bring your own rope. Wear comfortable clothes, and bring a yoga mat.
No experience is required. All materials provided. This event is open to any queer-identifying folks who are looking to meet other queers. (You do not need to be single or looking for any sort of relationship to attend).
*We are using the expanded definition of queer that encompasses the lgbtqiaa+ community and welcomes a spirit of radical expression and acceptance.
FREE, all materials provided. Funded by the Queer Liberation Arts Grant.
Advance sign ups are appreciated, but not required. Signing up in advance will reserve your rope kit, since supplies are limited to the first 12 people, we highly recommend signing up in advance for this one. Come one, come all!
RSVP to our Facebook Event.
Queer Mixer Events occur Monthly and the theme changes every time.
Past Mixer Gallery
Pants off Dance off is currently on hiatus, due to low engagement. (If you want to see it revived, please let us know!)
Pants off Dance off is a queer underwear dance party hosted and DJed by Cleo Taurus. The theme of the dance party changes each time. This space is for all bodies and clothing is optional, we encourage radical self-expression! Consent is absolutely mandatory, and this is a sober event. Anyone who compromises the safety of the space will be removed. 18 and up! No Alcohol. Yes, Glitter! This event occurs Bi-Monthly.
Check out our Spotify playlists for past events.
Past Pants off Dance off Gallery
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In order to plan for 2024, we are looking for feedback from the Queer community in the Knoxville area. Whether or not you've attended one of our events, we want your opinions, thoughts, and ideas!
We are also looking for some help to GROW, so if you're interested in either volunteer/barter or paid work we want your help!
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