Lavender Library - June, 2026

June Lavendar Library

Lavender Library is our queer book club for people who enjoy reading and sitting with what a story brings up afterward. For June, we’re reading "Stonewall" by Ann Bausum.

This powerful historical account explores the events surrounding the Stonewall uprising and the cultural climate that made it necessary. Rather than treating history as something distant or inevitable, Stonewall reminds us that change is often driven by ordinary people pushed to a breaking point - people who were scared, angry, hopeful, exhausted, and unwilling to disappear quietly.

As we move through Pride month together, this month’s discussion invites us to reflect not only on LGBTQIA+ history itself, but on the ways resistance, community, survival, and visibility continue shaping queer life today. It’s a chance to connect with the roots of Pride while also considering what it means to carry that legacy forward now.

As always, Lavender Library isn’t about having the “right” interpretation. It’s about thoughtful conversation, shared reflection, and making space for the different ways a story can land. You’re welcome to come whether you’ve finished the book, started it, or just want to listen. Bring your thoughts, your questions, or just yourself.

What to expect:

- A cozy, neurodivergent-friendly discussion space

- Gentle structure + opt-in conversation

- Room for big feelings, humor, and nuance

DETAILS

📅 Date: June 25th

⏰ Time: 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm

📍 Location: Wicked Eden, 2912 South High ST, Columbus Ohio 43207

Tickets will be available at the door for at $5 donation.

DRESS CODE

When it comes to attire, we want to encourage comfort and expression at Wicked Eden. We want you to feel comfortable and in the mood to have an adventure! We want you to feel safe expressing yourself in whatever you desire. We encourage you to go outside your comfort zone with festive, outrageous, or fantastic clothing you never get to wear anywhere else.

VOLUNTEERS

We LOVE volunteers! Join our team of community volunteers, and you will find new friends, a support system, and a tight-knit center of empowerment. 

By volunteering with us, you can make a meaningful impact on people's lives. Still, you will also get perks such as discounted or free access to our events and classes and, most importantly, collaborative input into what we do here. Your ideas are important to us, and as a volunteer, we want you to feel like you're part of our community: one that celebrates who you are and supports your journey.

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INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY

We're committed to inclusivity. Our community is a tapestry of individuals from diverse racial, ethnic, and social backgrounds, including all gender identities and expressions. We encourage everyone to engage with empathy and curiosity, always asking rather than assuming someone's identity or preferences. Our space is and always will be wheelchair accessible, with multiple spaces for varying sensory needs.

Read more about our Rules and Community Agreements and check the FAQ too.

PLEASE NOTE: No refunds will be given on ticket purchases. The address is provided to confirmed ticket holders after purchase. Wicked Eden is located on the south side of Columbus, approximately 10 minutes from downtown, and is one block away from a COTA bus stop.

ABOUT US

The Autonomy Project is a 501(c)(3) public charity providing resources, education, advocacy, and connection for sex workers, LGBTQIA+ folks, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities. EIN 92-1587440