St. George Calendar

Feb
20

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
20

Music Night: Unique Instrument Night! 🪗

Open to ages 12-25. Join us for a night of music! You are welcome to bring an instrument. No musical experience is necessary—enjoy the fun!

*If you have a unique instrument, bring it in and share about it! If not, no worries we’ll have extra available for you to try out! 

View Event →
Feb
21

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Feb
21

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
25

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
25

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Feb
25

🏳️‍🌈 CONNECT, Parents & Allies Book Club: “The Book of Queer Mormon Joy”

Join us in discussing “The Book of Queer Mormon Joy,” a collection of essays by LGBTQ+ members of Utah’s dominant faith tradition, edited by Kerry Spencer Pray. This book club is a safe space for parents and adult allies of LGBTQ+ youth and adults to join their community. (Community Welcome/Ages 18+)

📕 Don’t have a copy? No worries! Drop in and get to know our book club!

Connect is a program for all adults whether you’re a parent or loved one of an LGBTQ+ person, or you are LGBTQ+! Join us weekly for great conversations, engaging guest speakers, and above all, CONNECTION!

View Event →
Feb
26

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
26

Art Night: Celebrating Black History Month: Queer fashion and fibers 🪡

Celebrate Black History Month with an Art Night honoring contemporary queer Black fashion designers! Explore their groundbreaking contributions to fashion and design through an engaging discussion. Afterwards, unleash your creativity by crafting your own fiber art—choose from crochet, knitting, or weaving.

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Feb
27

🌈 Queer Book Club: “South to America”

In honor of Black History Month, join us in discussing the memoir, “South to America,” by Imani Perry. This is a collaboration with Pride of Southern Utah to foster safe spaces for folks to read inspiring, thought-provoking, and intersectional literature . (Community Welcome/Ages 18+)


📕 Don’t have a copy? We’re partnering with local independent bookstore The Book Bungalow to offer discounted copies of our book club reads. The first five guests who mention Encircle will receive 10% off their copy of “South to America.”

View Event →
Feb
27

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
28

🍿🎥 Fun Friday, Movie Night — “Hidden Figures”

In honor of Black History Month, join us in viewing the Academy Award–nominated film “Hidden Figures” (2016) about the Black women, and NASA mathematicians, who helped fight segregation and put the first Americans in space. Rated PG. (Ages 12–25/Community Welcome)*

*Kids ages 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

View Event →
Feb
28

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Feb
28

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
1

🌈 Rainbow Brunch!

Get together at Encircle homes for some delicious food, fun activities, and quality time with awesome people! Whether you're coming solo or hanging out in a group — everyone's welcome to join this LGBTQ+ affirming family friendly community event.

  • No RSVP required

  • Free to attend

  • Meet new people

  • Spend time with your friends

  • Food is provided

  • And more!

Activities vary. Find more information by joining the Encircle St. George Facebook group!

*All ages and community are welcome. Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

View Event →
Mar
4

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
4

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Mar
5

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
5

Art Night: Celebrating Women’s History Month: Chitra Ganesh 🎨

Celebrate Women's History Month at Art Night by exploring the visionary work of Chitra Ganesh, whose art reimagines feminist and mythological narratives. Get inspired to create your own dynamic collage, blending bold imagery and storytelling to honor the power of queer women throughout history.

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Mar
6

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
7

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Mar
7

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
11

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
11

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Mar
12

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
12

Art Night: Clay & Lego Sculptures🖌️

Unleash your creativity at Art Night, where you'll build unique sculptures using clay and LEGOs for a fun mix of structure and spontaneity. Experiment with textures, shapes, and colors while crafting your own one-of-a-kind masterpiece!

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Mar
13

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
14

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Mar
14

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
18

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
18

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Mar
19

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
19

Art Night: Learn to Cross Stitch🪡

Join us for a cozy Art Night where you’ll learn the relaxing art of cross-stitch, perfect for beginners and seasoned stitchers alike. Enjoy good company, creative expression, and the satisfaction of stitching your own design.

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Mar
20

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
21

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Mar
21

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
25

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
25

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Mar
25

🏳️‍🌈 CONNECT, Parents & Allies Book Club: “Allies: Real Talk About Showing Up”

Join us in discussing “Allies: Real Talk About Showing Up, Screwing Up, and Trying Again,” a collection of essays about the nuanced responsibilities of being an ally to LGBTQ+ folks. This Book Club is a safe space for parents and adult allies of LGBTQ+ youth and adults to join their community. 

📕 Don’t have a copy? No worries! We’re partnering with local indie bookstore The Book Bungalow to offer discounted copies of our book club reads. The first five guests who mention Encircle will receive 10% off their copy of this month’s book.

Connect is a program for all adults whether you’re a parent or loved one of an LGBTQ+ person, or you are LGBTQ+! Join us weekly for great conversations, engaging guest speakers, and above all, CONNECTION!

View Event →
Mar
26

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
26

Art Night: Celebrating Women’s History Month: Alison Bechdel 🎨

Join us for a dynamic art night celebrating Women’s History Month, inspired by the thought-provoking works of Alison Bechdel. Through creative expression, storytelling, and visual art, we'll explore themes of identity, family, and gender, honoring the strength and complexity of women's experiences.

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Mar
27

🌈 Queer Book Club: “The Song of Achilles”

Join us in discussing “The Song of Achilles” by Madeline Miller — a queering of ancient Greek mythology and the Trojan War. This is a collaboration with Pride of Southern Utah to foster safe spaces for folks to read inspiring LGBTQ+ literature. (Community Welcome/Ages 18+)


📕 Don’t have a copy? We’re partnering with local independent bookstore The Book Bungalow to offer discounted copies of our book club reads. The first five guests who mention Encircle will receive 10% off their copy of “The Song of Achilles.”

View Event →
Mar
27

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Mar
28

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Mar
28

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →

Feb
19

Art Night: Charcoal drawing ✏️

Popular since the Renaissance, charcoal is a unique medium commonly used to explore figure or still-life drawing. Charcoal is also a popular choice for more abstract work due to its range of value and tendency to smudge. Join us for an introduction to this classic (and sometimes messy) drawing medium. Not confident with your drawing skills? This art night is perfect for you to explore charcoal techniques without even knowing how to draw more than a stick figure.

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Feb
19

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
18

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Feb
18

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
14

Trans Adult Friendship Circle

Open to Transgender/Gender Nonconforming individuals ages 18+. Our friendship circles are a safe place for people to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
14

QBIPOC Adult Friendship Circle

Open to ages 18+ identifying as queer, black, indigenous, and people of color. Join us every Friday to create meaningful connections with other QBIPOC community members and receive the understanding, care, and support you need.

View Event →
Feb
13

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
12

Art Night: DIY Valentines 💕

Popular since the Renaissance, charcoal is a unique medium commonly used to explore figure or still-life drawing. Charcoal is also a popular choice for more abstract work due to its range of value and tendency to smudge. Join us for an introduction to this classic (and sometimes messy) drawing medium. Not confident with your drawing skills? This art night is perfect for you to explore charcoal techniques without even knowing how to draw more than a stick figure.

Open to ages 12-25. Experience self-exploration through creativity with others in our community. Bring a friend or stop in on your own. All materials are provided and it is free to attend. Join us for an evening filled with fun and inspiring work led by local artists!

View Event →
Feb
12

Youth Friendship Circle

Open to LGBTQ+ youth ages 12-17. Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ youth to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →
Feb
12

🥳 Encircle’s 8th Birthday Party!

Encircle Turns 8 Years Old! Join us for a FREE family-friendly birthday party as we celebrate 8 years of friendship and hope with Encircle! We’ll have yummy cupcakes, pizza, karaoke, and DIY Valentine’s Day love notes. We can’t wait to see you! (Community Welcome/Ages 12+) 🎉

Kids 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.

View Event →
Feb
11

CONNECT: Parents & Allies of LGBTQ+ Children Special Love Notes Evening

Looking for something LOVE-ly to do to support our local LGBTQ+ young people?

Join us at Encircle St. George to assemble valentines for LGBTQ+ youth in our community.  In collaboration with local allies and Pride of Southern Utah, positive words and gift cards have been generously provided by local residents and businesses.  These love notes let young people know there are parents and allies who care.

CONNECT is a program for all adults whether you’re a parent or loved one of an LGBTQ+ person, or you are LGBTQ+!
Join us weekly for great conversations, engaging guest speakers, and above all, CONNECTION!

View Event →
Feb
11

Family Dinner

Join us for Family Dinner. Bring your friends and loved ones to enjoy a meal together! (All ages & Community: Kids age 11 and younger must be accompanied by a responsible adult.)

View Event →
Feb
11

Bi/Pan & Non-Binary Adult Friendship Circle

A combined group for adults ages 18+ that identify with ANY of these three identities: bisexual, pansexual, and/or non-binary.

Our Friendship Circles are a safe place for LGBTQ+ guests to speak openly about their experiences and learn from each other with love and understanding.

View Event →