The Short Rest Club brought to you Queer Joy YEG is an informal drop in style hang out for hobbyists. We host bi-weekly gatherings at Rolling Tales Pop Culture that include tabletop roleplaying games, puzzles, board games, BYO-crafting, accompanied with some tea and treats. We typically meet every other Wednesday from 5:30pm to 8pm, RT closes at 8pm.
Bi-weekly Wednesdays
(November 6th & 20th*, December 4th & 18th)
5:30pm-8pm
Rolling Tales Pop Culture
10216 106 Street NW
Drop-in event
All ages, under 13 years must be accompanied by an adult
*Nov. 20th is Trans Day of Remembrance
Examples of activities on offer from QJYEG organizers**
Board and card game tutorials and play
Learn by Play TTRPG/D&D and low-stakes play sessions
Crafts (BYOC - bring your own craft)
Unstructured sketching and drawing time
Jigsaw puzzling
Lego play
**depends on who can attend what activities will be available. Do you have an activity to offer? Let us know!
The intention for this queer space is to create a place for self and community care through hobbies, arts and crafts, and connection with peers.
What is a short rest? It’s a term from tabletop roleplaying games where the party of adventurers take a break to relax and replenish their energy.