Mistletoe Mixer: A Queer Singles Mixer & Book Swap for folks under 40!

You've asked and we've listened! SO MANY of y'all have asked for us to help you find a date so we have engaged the services of Atlanta's premiere queer + trans community matchmaker, Ashley of Ever After, to HOOK Y'ALL UP!

Step into a cozy winter wonderland where book lovers mingle under the mistletoe and among the shelves. Trade your favorite book recs and let playful prompts guide you from shy smiles to flirty banter.Who knows? You might start a new chapter with someone special this holiday season

This is a queer singles mixer exclusively for folks under 40 to mingle, swap books, and spark connections! We'd really love to see people of all ages and stages find love at Charis!

This is a free event but RSVP is required because space is limited.

What to Expect:

• Bring a book you love (or one you’ve been meaning to let go of).
• Swap your book with someone new and start a conversation!
• Fun icebreakers and activities to connect over your favorite stories.

What to Wear:

Dress to impress your fellow bibliophiles! Think casual chic!

Who Should Come?

If you’re a book lover who loves love, this event is for YOU! This is a queer singles mixer for folks aged under 40 to mingle, swap books, and spark connections!

So grab your favorite book, your best “bookish chic” outfit, and join us for an evening of fun, flirty connection!

Because love, like a good story, comes in all forms—and we can’t wait to help you start yours!

What are you waiting for? Don’t miss the chance to turn the page on your love story.

About the matchmaker:

Ashley is a queer matchmaker and the founder of , an inclusive matchmaking service dedicated to helping LGBTQ+ individuals find love and build meaningful connections. Her mission? To create safe, welcoming spaces and date experiences where everyone—regardless of orientation—can explore authentic connections, celebrate their true selves, and find their happily EVER AFTER. Ready to write your love story?

In-person event guidelines:

• All attendees must wear a face mask.
• Check-in begins at 6:30pm ET.
• As a reminder: If you are not feeling well, please do not come to the event.

Suggested Donation to Charis Circle is $10-20, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds. Click here to donate.

If you have any questions regarding these guidelines or to request specific accessibility accommodations, including ASL interpretation, please contact [email protected] or call the store at 404-524-0304.

By attending our event you agree to our Code of Conduct: Our event seeks to provide a harassment-free experience for everyone, regardless of gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, race, ethnicity, religion (or lack thereof), class, or technology choices. We do not tolerate harassment in any form. Unsolicited sexual language and imagery are not appropriate. Anyone violating these rules will be expelled from this event and all future events at the discretion of the organizers. Please report all harassment to [email protected] immediately.

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