Name: A Room of One’s Own Bookstore
Address: 2717 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI 53704, USA
Telephone: (608) 257-7888
Rating: 4.8

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A Room of One's Own Bookstore

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An inclusive open mic event at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore, dedicated to LGBTQIA2S+ performers and allies. Held on the last Wednesday of every month, the event features a sign-up at 6:50 PM, performances from 7:05 PM to 8:30 PM, and a social mingle until 9:00 PM. The event offers accessible spaces, with limited 15 performance slots, and encourages community engagement through art and expression.

Queer & Trans Open Mic

Join us for the Queer & Trans Open Mic Night at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM. The event features a sign-up at 6:50 PM, with performances starting at 7:05 PM and lasting until 8:30 PM, followed by mingling until 9:00 PM. The open mic is limited to 15 slots, so arrive early if you'd like to perform. Allies are welcome in the audience, and the event is reserved for LGBTQIA2S+ performers. The venue is accessible, with accommodations for wheelchairs and mobility aids, gender-neutral bathrooms, and nearby public transportation and street parking. For accessibility requests, contact Fawzy at fawzy@roomofonesown.com.

Queer & Trans Open Mic Night

A workshop hosted by A Room Of One's Own Bookstore focusing on cardboard bookmaking with a theme of Palestine Solidarity. Participants will create covers and bind an excerpt from the book 'Genocide Bad' by Sim Kern. No RSVP is necessary, and masks are recommended.

Andaleeb Cartonera: Binding an Excerpt from Genocide Bad by Sim Kern

Join the Genre Fluid Book Club for a discussion of 'Jaw Filler' by Maz Murray and Charlie Markbreiter. The event will take place on July 15, 2026, from 18:00 to 19:00 at The Reading Room, located at 2713 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI. Participants can RSVP via the provided link. The event is hosted by A Room Of One's Own Bookstore.

The Reading Room

Genre Fluid Book Club Discussion of Jaw Filler by Maz Murray and Charlie Markbreiter

A monthly queer film screening hosted by A Room of One's Own, featuring the film 'National Anthem.'

Queer Movie Night: National Anthem

A book launch event for 'Saint Delilah' by Isabelle Spotts, hosted by A Room of One's Own Bookstore. The event is scheduled for August 11th, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM, with an author signing session from 7:00 PM to 7:30 PM. The event is free and open to the public, held in person at the bookstore located at 2717 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI.

Saint Delilah Book Launch

A queer movie night hosted by Celena at A Room Of One's Own Bookstore, featuring a film from Kanopy's library. The event takes place in The Reading Room at 2713 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI, on August 27, 2026, from 19:00 to 21:00. Masks are required. Attendees can RSVP via the provided Google Forms link.

A Room of One's Own Bookstore is highly praised for its diverse selection of books, particularly in social justice and queer literature. Customers appreciate the welcoming atmosphere, helpful staff, and well-organized sections. Many reviews highlight the store's thoughtful curation and the enjoyable experience of browsing for hours. Overall, it is considered a must-visit for book lovers in Madison.

Madison has a rich LGBTQ+ history and hosts Madison Magic PrideFest (August) and The Big Gay Pride Market (June). Shamrock Bar, FIVE Nightclub, and Woof's anchor the bar scene; OutReach LGBTQ+ Community Center runs programming. The city has been a hub for queer activism since the 1980s.

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June 2026

Follow the Signs and Ultranatural: Two Authors in Conversation with Courtney Ann LaFaive and Cand...

Queer & Trans Open Mic

Queer & Trans Open Mic Night

July 2026

Andaleeb Cartonera: Binding an Excerpt from Genocide Bad by Sim Kern

Genre Fluid Book Club Discussion of Jaw Filler by Maz Murray and Charlie Markbreiter

Queer Movie Night: National Anthem

August 2026

Saint Delilah Book Launch

Queer Movie Night: National Anthem

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