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Q Lagoon Day 2022

The annual Q Day at Lagoon, which draws thousands of red-shirted lesbians, gays, bisexuals, transgender and other queer thrill-seekers to Farmington, happens Sunday, August 14.

This year, we are at the beautiful Honey Locust Terrace. Bring a picnic or just come take a break with us.

At 4 p.m. at the Honey Locust Terrace, we will have a group photo, which will be printed in the next issue of QSaltLake.

Petunia Pap Smear and other Matrons of Mayhem will be on-hand to play bingo toss with prizes worth dollars.

Official t-shirts will be available at the pavilion for $15 for S–L and $18 for 2X–5X Discount coupons wil be available online Aug. 1.

Sing with the Salt Lake Men’s Choir

The Salt Lake Men’s Choir will come back from its summer break on Aug. 4 and singers are welcome to join. The choir rehearses each Thursday at 7 p.m. at First Baptist Church, 777 S 1300 East, kitty-corner from East High School. No audition is necessary. Show up early to get a guest music book. Info at saltlakemenschoir.org

Equality Utah announces annual Allies Gala

The annual fundraiser for Equality Utah, the Allies Gala, will return to the Eccles Theatre on Aug. 27. The keynote host will be transgender actor, comedian, and political advocate Eddie Izzard.

More information at Allies2022.org.

A day at the Lake with Seniors Out & Proud /Utah

Seniors Out & Proud Utah has reserved the Pratt Pavilion at East Canyon Reservoir for a Day at the Lake. Bring your paddle boards, water toys, kayaks, float tubes, canoes, etc. They will have many “land” based games and activities as well. This will be a potluck event and the organization will provide the hot dogs and buns (vegetarian available). Based on the direction your front door faces, bring North - Salad, veggies or fruit East - Chips, crackers or dessert South - Side Dish (baked beans, deviled eggs, stuffed mushrooms, etc.) West - Water or soda (12 packs) This is a free event to attend, but there is a per car fee that is collected to enter the state park. It is $10 for those 62 years + (must ask for the senior rate) and $20 for all others, covering up to 8 ppl per vehicle, carpooling is encouraged.

More info at facebook. com/SOAPUtah

Emerald & Ruby Ball in Ogden

The Imperial Rainbow Court of Northern Utah Imperial Crown Prince J’lee and Imperial Crown Princess Lucy are hosting a ball to raise money for the group’s HIV/AIDS Christmas Fund.

At the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 975 Wall Ave., Ogden, July 30. Doors at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m. Event for anyone age 21+ Host Hotel - Comfort

Suites, 2250 S. 2500 W., Ogden.

Those unable to attend can donate at https://irconu. square.site/product/hiv-aidschristmas-fund-donation/5.

Rendezvous, Wyoming’s LGBT Camping Event

Rendezvous is Wyoming Equality’s annual camping weekend, that raises funds so they can advocate for and support the LGBTQI+ community in Wyoming. The funds raised at Rendezvous support LGBTQ youth across Wyoming, it helps us provide travel and larger connections for the students as a respite from their often small communities, it supports suicide and substance use prevention work. Rendezvous also helps the group defend and advocate for LGBTQ Wyomingites rights during legislative sessions and beyond. The 2022 event will be held Aug. 3–7 near Laramie, Wyoming. Day passes are $50, and the entire event is $150. Info at bit.ly/3Et6wIo.

2022 Affirmation International Conference

Affirmation: LGBTQ Mormons, Families & Friends are hosting their annual international conference at the Salt Palace Convention Center, Oct. 7–9.

After two years of being virtual, the conference is returning in person. More information at conference.affirmation.org.

Asexual Awareness Week

Utah Asexuals will be hosting Asexual Awareness Week Oct. 24–30. A planning meeting will be held online on July 12. More information at facebook.com/UTAces