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About Me

The Quatrefoil Library is a dream-come-true for David Irwin, a gay bookworm. In the mid-1970s both he and Dick Hewetson started collecting thematically gay books. In 1977 they moved into a large condominium, combining collections in a linen closet. But as David continued to buy ever more books, the collection soon outgrew the "closet." When the two parted in 1984, their more than 1500 volumes remained united. David and Dick's long time dream of starting a lending library was realized late in 1985 when the Minnesota Civil Liberties Union invited the Quatrefoil Library to be a tenant. The library went public on February 4, 1986.During the first year, the collection and use of the library grew so quickly that it happily was forced to move to a larger home at the renovated Richards Gordon School. The library re-opened on June 6, 1987 with more than 4,000 volumes and over 300 periodicals.The library takes its name from the 1950 novel, Quatrefoil, by James Barr. The novel is historically important as one of the first gay novels to portray homosexual characters positively.

My Interests

www.qlibrary.orgQuatrefoil Library is one of the few GLBT lending libraries in the country. Our extensive collection includes thousands of books, DVDs, videos, compact disks/audiotapes, newsletters, and periodicals reflecting GLBT and Queer experiences. We have Twin Cities, regional, national and international publications. Our catalog includes materials on: coming out, community organizations, historical events, great GLBT literature and non-fiction, local resources, news and current events impacting the GLBT community, and entertainment.****MEMBERSHIPS**** provide the basic form of support for the library. We offer many types of membership: individual, household (two individuals living at the same address), student, and senior. Our annual membership rates are affordable and allow you to borrow books, DVDS, videos, and other library materials for use at home. All you need to do is to complete the application, show the desk volunteer valid ID, and provide payment. With membership, you can also vote for members of the board and serve on library committees/planning teams.Member benefits include: The privilege of borrowing books, videos, and other library materials for use at home. (Though even non-members are welcome to browse our materials at the Library). The right to vote for members of the board of directors and to serve on library committees and the board of directors In addition, show your current Quatrefoil membership card for discounts at some of your favorite businesses:Cahoots Coffee - 10% on drink/food Wilde Roast Cafe - 50% off dessert when purchased with entree Amazon Bookstore Coop - One time purchase discount of 15% Betsyâ€™s Back Porch Coffee House - 10% on drinks, food, coffee beans****Student - $20/yr**** ****Regular - $35/yr**** ****Household - $50/yr****

I'd like to meet:

EVERYONE!

Music:

We have that too!

Movies:

A wide selection.

Television:

If you want to watch the vhs and dvd's you'd better have one. Sorry we are all out of Beta Max.

Books:

All you can eat...

Heroes:

Those who have the courage to find themselves and be themselves.

My Blog

Fruit Platter: An Evening with Award-Winning GLBT Writers!

Quatrefoil Library, one of the country's largest queer lending libraries and the only library of its kind in Minnesota, hosts a reading and reception with award-winning GLBT writers Jane Levin, Barri...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Sat, 03 May 2008 12:49:00 PST

Chris & Don: A Love Story @ Walker Copresented by Quatrefoil Library.

Saturday, June 28 - 3pm Directed by Guido Santi and Tina Mascara. When one enters into a relationship with someone who is successful and famous, one must find his own identity and fight for respect. T...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Fri, 02 May 2008 03:16:00 PST

2008 Collection Building Campaign

April 29, 2008 Dear Friends of Quatrefoil Library, In 1986 David Irwin and Dick Hewetson changed our community when they donated their personal GLBT book collection to form Quatrefoil Li...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Wed, 30 Apr 2008 05:10:00 PST

Stop by and check our our new bumpers stickers!

Soon we will have new T-Shirts as well. We have to give our creative minds a rest and gear up for the "ART SHOWDOWN" of which of the many fabulous ideas provided by volunteers will end up on t-shirts!...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Mon, 14 Apr 2008 07:45:00 PST

Quatrefoil is on YouTube!

Check it out! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXJXiUdFbd4...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Sun, 30 Mar 2008 10:24:00 PST

Our Community Cornucopia: Quatrefoil Library

For Whom The Bill Tolls by Bill Burleson - Lavendar Magazine Anne Johnson moved to the Twin Cities from Chicago three years ago. While she had friends here already, she says, "I needed something to&fe...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Sat, 05 Apr 2008 11:20:00 PST

Quatrefoil Members - 2 desk volunteer shifts available!

Volunteer at the Library! Volunteers are the heart and soul of the Library. Your contribution as a volunteer helps support the operation and development of Quatrefoil. Further, you can enjoy the cama...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Sat, 15 Mar 2008 09:06:00 PST

Quatrefoil will be in the Pride Parade this year!

We are excited to announce that after a two year lapse we will be joining the Pride Parade this year. If you are interested in being in the parade with us, let us know! We are allowed to have a certai...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Fri, 14 Mar 2008 07:21:00 PST

CABIN FEVER BOOK AND VIDEO SALE! Sat 2/23 1-4pm

Come to Quatrefoil's mid-winter sale of used books, videos, and magazines at the Library on Saturday, February 23 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm. The sale will include GLBT fiction & non-fiction books, movie...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Wed, 20 Feb 2008 10:05:00 PST

LGBT Life® with Full Text from EBSCO Publishing

LGBT Life® with Full Text Quatrefoil Library members are entitled to receive special discounted pricing on the following resource from EBSCO Publishing. LGBT Life® with Full Text is the definitive in...
Posted by www.quatrefoillibrary.org on Tue, 05 Feb 2008 12:11:00 PST