The New Castle Prism Initiative

10/11/2026

🌈🐾 THE NEW CASTLE PRISM INITIATIVE IS OUT IN THE COMMUNITY! 🐾🌈

Today, we're excited to be joining the community at LCHS's 6th Annual Pawstock! 🐶💖

📅 Sunday, October 11, 2026
⏰ 12 PM – 4 PM
📍 Cascade Park Train Station & Dance Hall

Come out and enjoy an afternoon of furry friends, carnival food, games for dogs, basket raffles, a 50/50, a bake sale, music, and local vendors! 🐕🎶

Stop by The New Castle Prism Initiative's table to meet our team, learn more about the work we're doing right here in our community, and discover the resources and support we offer to LGBTQIA+ individuals and our neighbors.

At Prism, we believe community is about showing up, building connections, and making sure everyone has a place where they belong. We're proud to support local organizations and events that bring people together for a good cause! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️💜

🐾 A few things to remember:
💵 This is a CASH-ONLY event.

Bring your friends, bring your family, and bring your love for animals! We hope to see you there! 🌈🐾

10/11/2026

10/10/2026

🌈📚 LGBTQIA+ HISTORY MONTH: HONORING CRAIG RODWELL 📚🌈

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, and today The New Castle Prism Initiative honors Craig Rodwell (1940–1993) a pioneering activist whose work helped shape the LGBTQ+ rights movement before and after Stonewall. 🏳️‍🌈

Rodwell participated in some of the earliest demonstrations for LGBTQ+ rights, including a 1964 protest over the U.S. Army’s handling of gay men's draft records and the historic 1966 Sip-In at Julius’ Bar in New York City.

But his activism didn't stop in the streets. In 1967, Rodwell opened the Oscar Wilde Memorial Bookshop, widely recognized as the first openly gay and le***an bookstore in the United States. The bookstore became an important gathering place where LGBTQ+ people could find literature, community, and representation at a time when those things were often difficult to find.

📚 Representation matters. Community spaces matter. Our history matters.

This LGBTQIA+ History Month, we honor Craig Rodwell and the many people who helped build the foundations of the movement we continue today.

We remember those who came before us. We celebrate their courage. And we continue the work. 🌈💜

10/10/2026

We are sad to say that our Little Legends is canceled today. Please stay on the lookout for a local trunk or treat we are participating in!

10/09/2026

🍂🎃 VENDORS & PIERCER WANTED! 🎃🍂

The New Castle Prism Initiative is looking for multiple vendors and a professional piercer to join us for our upcoming Community Harvest Festival! 🧡🍁

🛍️ VENDOR SPACES AVAILABLE!
✨ $25 — 10x10 booth space
✨ $50 — 10x10 booth space with electricity

We welcome local businesses, artists, crafters, makers, and vendors of all kinds! Whether you sell handmade crafts, jewelry, artwork, clothing, specialty items, or something unique, we’d love to have you join us.

🖤 PIERCER WANTED! We’re also looking for a professional piercer interested in participating in our festival!

📩 Interested in becoming a vendor or participating as a piercer? Send us a message here on Facebook for more information and to reserve your spot!

Help us spread the word! Please LIKE, SHARE, and TAG your favorite local vendors and piercers who might be interested. Let’s make this Harvest Festival a fantastic celebration of our community! 🍂🏳️‍🌈💖

10/09/2026

🌈📚 LGBTQIA+ HISTORY MONTH: HONORING HARVEY MILK 📚🌈

October is LGBTQIA+ History Month, and today The New Castle Prism Initiative honors Harvey Milk (1930–1978) a trailblazer whose life and activism helped change the course of LGBTQIA+ political representation. 🏳️‍🌈

In 1977, Harvey Milk won a seat on the San Francisco Board of Supervisors, becoming one of the first openly gay elected officials in the United States. He became a powerful voice for the LGBTQIA+ community and an advocate for equality, visibility, and the right of LGBTQIA+ people to participate openly in civic life.

Milk's life was tragically cut short in 1978 when he was assassinated. Following his death, thousands of people gathered in San Francisco for a candlelight march to City Hall a powerful demonstration of community, grief, solidarity, and resistance.

✨ Harvey Milk's legacy reminds us that representation matters. When LGBTQIA+ people have a seat at the table, our communities have a stronger voice in the decisions that affect our lives.

This LGBTQIA+ History Month, we remember those who came before us and continue working toward a future where everyone can live openly, participate fully, and be represented. 💜

We remember. We honor. We continue the work. 🌈

10/09/2026

🌈 A QUICK UPDATE FROM THE NEW CASTLE PRISM INITIATIVE! 🌈

Our Center will be opening a little later today! 💖

🕧 Today's Hours: 1PM – 5:00 PM

Thank you for your understanding! We look forward to seeing you and continuing to serve our community. 🏳️‍🌈✨

The New Castle Prism Initiative
An organization for the community, by the community. All people are welcome! 💜

10/09/2026

🌈🗳️ THE LAWRENCE COUNTY ELECTION GUIDE IS HERE! 🗳️🌈

Knowledge is power, and being an informed voter is one of the most important ways to participate in our community!

The New Castle Prism Initiative is sharing the Lawrence County Election Guide to help community members find election information and prepare for Election Day. 🇺🇸

The flyer is available in English here:
https://tinyurl.com/electionguide-2026

Available in Spanish:
https://tinyurl.com/electionguide-spanish

Whether you're a first time voter or a longtime participant in the democratic process, we encourage everyone to take the time to learn about the candidates, understand the issues, and make a plan to vote.

📌 Here are a few important reminders:
✅ Check your voter registration status.
✅ Learn about the candidates and the offices on your ballot.
✅ Find your polling location.
✅ Review important election dates and deadlines.
✅ Make sure you know what to expect before heading to the polls.

🔎 Helpful official resources:

🗳️ Pennsylvania voter information: https://www.vote.pa.gov/

📍 Find your polling place and election information: https://www.pavoterservices.pa.gov/

📋 Lawrence County Government: https://www.lawrencecountypa.gov/

At The New Castle Prism Initiative, we believe an informed community is a stronger community. We encourage everyone to seek out reliable information, ask questions, and make their voices heard.

Your vote is your voice. Make a plan, get informed, and participate! 🗳️🌈