We’re back at @thequadnl on Sunday April 20th from 2-4pm for our regular monthly meet up!

Bring along a work in progress and spend the afternoon crafting with some new queer friends! Don’t have a craft? No problem, we have some to share. 🧶📝🧵

Quadrangle is located at 330 Elizabeth Avenue at St. James United Church. You enter through the doorway to the right of the chapel. If anyone has questions about the accessibility of the space feel free to DM us or the Quad.

This meeting is open to anyone and everyone who self-identifies as a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, you do not have to sign up to join the club! 🌈

Come join us for a workshop that will show you how to bring your music to market! With insights from local queer musician, Liz Fagan (they/iel)! 

In the first of our Entrepreneurship Training Program’s new workshop series, funded by the CGLCC, Liz will cover everything from booking venues to digital distribution. But don’t hurry away after the workshop! You’re also invited to an intimate open-mic social afterward, where there will be time to hang out, network, and even perform a song, with a little help from Liz!

also free pizza!

Date: Wednesday, April 16th, 2025 

Time: 4:30pm-8:30pm

Place: 330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's (Quadrangle Outreach Space)

Register here!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeYAF3figcB7ncIIiOAyEslqOqjkkh7EEfYhQA3FjpDFxxgRg/viewform?usp=header

SELF CARE SUNDAY IS BACK!

Featuring gender affirming haircuts by Ali & Emyn. Come down with your loved ones! These services are pay what you can, and everyone is welcome.

Please don't forget to pre-register for this event by emailing artv.nlfd@gmail.com

[Image description: A pink background graphic for "Self Care Sunday" event on Nov 3rd, 12pm-5pm, at 330 Elizabeth Ave, St. John's NL. Gender affirming haircuts and henna, pay what you can. Pre-register via artv.nfld@gmail.com.}

Nurturing safe workplaces through decent work is a workshop and roundtable discussion hosted by Erin Kang of the Ontario NonProfit Network. This roundtable discussion will be held at Quadrangle NL (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John’s, NL)  in our Second Space from 1pm-4pm. Snacks and drinks will be provided.  

In these tumultuous and shifting times, it's important to create environments where people can be well and thrive in their workplaces; people can't do good work if they're unwell and unsupported! Trends like deep polarization, high turnover, and burnout prompt us to steward sustainable and supportive practices that are grounded in deep equity and the understanding that nonprofits are not immune to the forces of white supremacy and colonialism. It's imperative to be intentional about not replicating the harmful systems we're looking to dismantle, within our own organizations and sector. This roundtable will introduce topics and resources rooted in a decent work framework, particularly from ONN's Decent Work Pathways. It will mix light presentation with group conversation to invite reflection and meaningful commitments to integrating decent work practices in our workplaces.

Erin Kang (they/she) is a facilitator, storyteller, and dreamer living in Tkaronto. Throughout their career, Erin has been examining the relationship between people, place, and power through her studies, profession, and creative projects. They are currently the Director of Network Engagement at Ontario Nonprofit Network. As a convener and creative at heart, Erin thrives in spaces of community-building and mutuality.  

We have 20 spaces available for this workshop, so please register before April 5th, 2025. Multiple members from organizations are welcome!

Sign up here!

https://forms.gle/4LQFVbb4fcuKqPQZ9

To celebrate Trans Day Of Visibility, we're hosting another Chosen Family Dinner!

We wanted to host a Chosen Family Dinner to bring our community together to enjoy a nice warm catered meal, some great fun, and amazing performances by local talent Aramaria Yetman, Melissandra & Woody Point!

Meal starts between 6:15pm-6:30pm with drag performances to follow between 7pm-8pm.

Time: Monday, March 31st, 2025

Place: SJFM, 245 Freshwater Road, St. John's NL

Event funded in part by RBC Foundation

Register here: https://forms.gle/jcQ6nrKHjmV1tHew5

Roots & Resistance: An Anti-Racism roundtable discussion hosted by Laurabel Mba. This roundtable discussion will be held at Quadrangle NL (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John’s, NL)  in our Second Space from 1pm-4pm. Snacks and drinks will be provided. 

Laurabel Mba is an award-winning leader in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging, and Anti-Racism (DEIB-AR), recognized as one of WXN Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women. She is the recipient of the 2024 Women in Communication and Technology Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and the St. John’s Regatta Media Person of the Year title. Her work has also earned her nominations for the 2022 NL Human Rights Award and the 2024 YWCA Circle of Distinction Award, underscoring her profound contributions to social justice and equity.

As the founder of Laurabel Mba Consulting, Laurabel helps organizations across Canada implement transformative DEIB-AR strategies that create truly inclusive and equitable spaces. A sought-after speaker and thought leader, she also hosts Out of the Fog, using her platform to amplify the voices of BIPOC, marginalized, and underrepresented communities while celebrating individuals making a positive impact in Newfoundland and Labrador.

With a business background and DEI certifications, including the DISM, Laurabel’s expertise is recognized nationally. Her consultancy has worked with Quadrangle, YWCA St. John’s, Sharing Our Cultures, Rogers TV, CAA Atlantic, and the Association for New Canadians, helping organizations foster sustainable DEIB-AR practices. She is also a contributing writer for the NLOWE magazine, where she shares insights on equitable leadership and supporting women entrepreneurs.

Driven by a mission to make anti-racism and DEIB digestible, Laurabel fosters open, honest conversations, comprehensive education, and actionable change. Through Laurabel Mba Consulting, she continues to inspire, educate, and challenge organizations to go beyond performative inclusion and build workplaces where everyone can thrive.

This roundtable will focus on how best to implement anti-racism practices in non-profit settings through the lens of queerness and trans identities, and provide space to ask questions, discuss and ruminate on current practices and structures.

We have 20 spaces available for this workshop, so please register before March 25th, 2025. Multiple members from organizations are welcome!

Register here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdNfBWZuwD-FOi0ScJZko6fl8RPnPAdIDU3CHfywFxW8VBFlA/viewform?usp=header

St.Johns 🚨

The ArQuives is hosting intimate community conversations in your city!

To participate, please visit: arquives.ca/community-ties

#KeepingOurStoriesAlive #ArQuives #2SLGBTQIA #Canada #OurFutureTogether #Fredericton #Halifax #NovaScotia #BritishColumbia #StJohns #Newfoundland

High Tea March Dates Reminder

Quadrangle’s March 16 & 30th bi-weekly social gatherings are happening on January 5th & 19th from 2pm-3pm(NT)/1:30pm-2:30pm Atlantic Time. Online province wide over Zoom and in-person at our space (330 Elizabeth Ave)

Come enjoy a cup of community.
Register for Hi(gh) Teas below:
https://forms.gle/ceusUzzJsjNb8zy19
*Zoom link send out on Saturdays. Register once and get regular reminders

[Image Description: “Hi(gh)-Tea” in black text is at the top, followed by “September dates Sunday 1st, 15th and 29th online province wide over Zoom and in-person at 330 Elizabeth Ave.” Below that is a tea cup with a flower pattern print and spoon on a saucer with black text beside it that reads “come say hi, every second Sunday 2pm-3pm, the Quadrangle logo is below the tea cup along with black text that reads this “program is funded by” with the RBC foundation logo. The background is white with faded questions all over it]

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Ever wanted to work with a Life Coach? Now is your chance to try!

Scott Kratchmer is queer man currently working on his Life Coach certification. He is offering three 50 minute life coaching sessions available at no charge to help him earn his credential. Choose one topic that you would like to move forward with in your life, and Scott will provide you with a safe, nonjudgmental space.

To book one of three sessions, please text or call Scott at 306-514-3863 or email him at scottkratchmer75@gmail.com

Quadrangle NL, 330 Elizabeth Avenue

March 9th, 2025

1pm to 4pm

🏳️‍⚧️ CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! 🏳️‍⚧️

We are looking to film interviews with the community about TRANS JOY for our Trans Day Of Visibility ❤️🩷🧡💛💚

Come on down on our filming days to share your stories, have a snack and hang out!

📍Quadrangle NL, 330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, NL
📆 March 1st & 3rd
🕐 Between 10am & 5pm

For any questions or to express interest, please email morgan@thequadnl.com

🏳️‍⚧️ CALL FOR PARTICIPANTS! 🏳️‍⚧️

We are looking to film interviews with the community about TRANS JOY for our Trans Day Of Visibility ❤️🩷🧡💛💚

Come on down on our filming days to share your stories, have a snack and hang out!

📍Quadrangle NL, 330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's, NL
📆 March 1st & 3rd
🕐 Between 10am & 5pm

For any questions or to express interest, please email morgan@thequadnl.com

Annnnd we’re back at The Quad on Sunday February 23rd for our regular monthly meet up from 2-4pm!

Bring along a work in progress and spend the afternoon crafting with some new queer friends! Don’t have a craft? No problem, we will have some miscellaneous materials to share. 🧶📝🧵

Quadrangle is located at 330 Elizabeth Avenue at St. James United Church. You enter through the doorway to the right of the chapel. If anyone has questions about the accessibility of the space feel free to DM us or the Quad.

This meeting is open to anyone and everyone who self-identifies as a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, you do not have to sign up to join the club! 🌈

All aboard the train to Candyland!

February 21st we're going to be playing tabletop board games!

The QT Club, run by Quadrangle NL staff members, is a teen club for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. From 4pm to 8pm every second Friday of the month, Quadrangle NL’s community center (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's) will only be open to students ages 13 - 18 years old. Activities will include crafts, games, workshops, and freedom to engage with other like minded students in a safe and welcoming environment. There is no fee associated with The QT Club.

Please email morgan@thequadnl.com for any and all questions.

Link to register!

https://forms.gle/FNxiLBJN7K5QWShc6

[Image description: This is a promotional graphic for "The Qt Club," a queer teen club. The design features a vibrant green overlay with white text and a colorful, stylized "Qt" in yellow, green, and orange.]

SAVE THE DATE! Quadrangle AGM announcement.

We will be hosting our Annual General Meeting on Monday, February 17th, 2025 with a start time at 5:00pm(NT)/ 4:30pm Atlantic Time over Zoom.

If you wish to attend you must be a Quadrangle NL member.

Zoom link will be sent out a day before the event.

To learn more about becoming a member and what that means please check out our "Become A Member" page on our website at https://www.thequadnl.com/become-a-member

High Tea February Dates Reminder

Quadrangle’s February bi-weekly social gatherings are happening on January 5th & 19th from 2pm-3pm(NT)/1:30pm-2:30pm Atlantic Time. Online province wide over Zoom and in-person at our space (330 Elizabeth Ave)

Come enjoy a cup of community.
Register for Hi(gh) Teas below:
https://forms.gle/ceusUzzJsjNb8zy19
*Zoom link send out on Saturdays. Register once and get regular reminders

[Image Description: “Hi(gh)-Tea” in black text is at the top, followed by “September dates Sunday 1st, 15th and 29th online province wide over Zoom and in-person at 330 Elizabeth Ave.” Below that is a tea cup with a flower pattern print and spoon on a saucer with black text beside it that reads “come say hi, every second Sunday 2pm-3pm, the Quadrangle logo is below the tea cup along with black text that reads this “program is funded by” with the RBC foundation logo. The background is white with faded questions all over it]

We're all about love here down at the Quad!

We'll be throwing a teen-centric Valentine's Day party in our second space on February 7th. We're going to have table top board games, cupcakes, soda, and maybe we can make some Valentine's Cards for any loved one in your life.

Parents and children of all ages are invited!

4pm to 8pm

The QT Club, run by Quadrangle NL staff members, is a teen club for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. From 4pm to 8pm every second Friday of the month, Quadrangle NL’s community center (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's) will only be open to students ages 13 - 18 years old. Activities will include crafts, games, workshops, and freedom to engage with other like minded students in a safe and welcoming environment. There is no fee associated with The QT Club.

Please email morgan@thequadnl.com for any and all questions.

Link to register!

https://forms.gle/FNxiLBJN7K5QWShc6

[Image description: This is a promotional graphic for "The Qt Club," a queer teen club. The design features a vibrant pink overlay with white text and a colorful, stylized "Qt" in yellow, green, and orange.]

💖 We're all about love here down at the Quad!💖

We'll be throwing a teen-centric Valentine's Day party in our second space on February 7th. We're going to have table top board games, cupcakes, soda, and maybe we can make some Valentine's Cards for any loved one in your life.

Parents and children of all ages are invited!

4pm to 8pm 🩷💖❤

The QT Club, run by Quadrangle NL staff members, is a teen club for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. From 4pm to 8pm every second Friday of the month, Quadrangle NL’s community center (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's) will only be open to students ages 13 - 18 years old. Activities will include crafts, games, workshops, and freedom to engage with other like minded students in a safe and welcoming environment. There is no fee associated with The QT Club.

Please email morgan@thequadnl.com for any and all questions.

Link to register!

https://forms.gle/FNxiLBJN7K5QWShc6

This roundtable will focus on how best to implement anti-colonial practices in non-profit settings through the lens of queerness and trans identities, and provide space to ask questions, discuss and ruminate on current practices and structures.

This roundtable is invite only, but if you are apart of an organization that has not been invited, please email morgan@thequadnl.com!

We have 20 spaces available for this workshop, so please register before February 5th, 2025. The registration link can be found here

***Quadrangle Nl will be tabling at this event!***

Have you been harbouring a crush on a local artist?

Is there anyone whose work you are just IN LOVE with???

ART CRUSH is your chance to celebrate all things art, and all things love!

Your ticket purchase gets you one pint of beer, access to a Valentine’s card-making station, an instant photo booth, access to a Planned Parenthood table with info pamphlets and free condoms, an evening of live music by local DJ Samuelle, and dedicated time to mix and mingle with local art hotties in Quidi Vidi Brewery’s gorgeous tap room!

We will also be selling handmade candy grams, that you can deliver yourself or have one of Eastern Edge’s staff deliver for you anonymously at the event (it’s okay to be shy)!

This event is 19+. All funds raised will support Eastern Edge’s free and accessible community arts programming.

Tickets $20 + tax (🔗 in bio!!!)

SELF CARE SUNDAY IS BACK!

Featuring gender affirming haircuts by Ali, Pat and Emyn. Come down with your loved ones! These services are pay what you can, and everyone is welcome.

Please don't forget to pre-register for this event by emailing artv.nlfd@gmail.com

[Image description: A pink background graphic for "Self Care Sunday" event on Nov 3rd, 12pm-5pm, at 330 Elizabeth Ave, St. John's NL. Gender affirming haircuts and henna, pay what you can. Pre-register via artv.nfld@gmail.com.}

Ready Player 1!

We're going to spend the night playing Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros. and more!

The QT Club, run by Quadrangle NL staff members, is a teen club for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. From 4pm to 8pm every second Friday of the month, Quadrangle NL’s community center (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's) will only be open to students ages 13 - 18 years old. Activities will include crafts, games, workshops, and freedom to engage with other like minded students in a safe and welcoming environment. There is no fee associated with The QT Club.

Please email morgan@thequadnl.com for any and all questions.

Link to register!

https://forms.gle/FNxiLBJN7K5QWShc6

[Image description: This is a promotional graphic for "The Qt Club," a queer teen club. The design features a vibrant green overlay with white text and a colorful, stylized "Qt" in yellow, green, and orange.]

High Tea JanuaryDates Reminder

Quadrangle’s January bi-weekly social gatherings are happening on January 5th & 19th from 2pm-3pm(NT)/1:30pm-2:30pm Atlantic Time. Online province wide over Zoom and in-person at our space (330 Elizabeth Ave)

Come enjoy a cup of community.

Register for Hi(gh) Teas below:

https://forms.gle/ceusUzzJsjNb8zy19

*Zoom link send out on Saturdays. Register once and get regular reminders

[Image Description: “Hi(gh)-Tea” in black text is at the top, followed by “September dates Sunday 1st, 15th and 29th online province wide over Zoom and in-person at 330 Elizabeth Ave.” Below that is a tea cup with a flower pattern print and spoon on a saucer with black text beside it that reads “come say hi, every second Sunday 2pm-3pm, the Quadrangle logo is below the tea cup along with black text that reads this “program is funded by” with the RBC foundation logo. The background is white with faded questions all over it]

Happy New Year!

To kick of this years QT Club, we're hosting a craft night on January 10th from 4pm to 8pm. Come down and knit, crochet, draw, paint and more!

The QT Club, run by Quadrangle NL staff members, is a teen club for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth. From 4pm to 8pm every second Friday of the month, Quadrangle NL’s community center (330 Elizabeth Avenue, St. John's) will only be open to students ages 13 - 18 years old. Activities will include crafts, games, workshops, and freedom to engage with other like minded students in a safe and welcoming environment. There is no fee associated with The QT Club.

Please email morgan@thequadnl.com for any and all questions.

Link to register!
https://forms.gle/FNxiLBJN7K5QWShc6

[Image description: This is a promotional graphic for "The Qt Club," a queer teen club. The design features a vibrant pink overlay with white text and a colorful, stylized "Qt" in yellow, green, and orange.]