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New Castle Pride New Castle Pride is a space built on love, acceptance, and respect.

We are dedicated to celebrating every identity within the LGBTQIA+ community and creating a safe, affirming environment where everyone is free to be their true, authentic self.

10/23/2026

🧟‍♂️🕸️💚 GET READY TO RAVE FROM THE GRAVE! 💚🕸️🧟‍♀️

👻🎃 The New Castle Prism Initiative is getting spooky! Join us for GRAVE RAVE, presented by Pride Punx, for an afternoon of Halloween fun, killer costumes, and frightfully fabulous vibes! 🪦💀✨

🧟 A COSTUME PARTY TO DIE FOR! 🧟

Dig out your best Halloween costume, bring a guest, and get ready to dress to impress! Whether you’re serving spooky, silly, creepy, or downright iconic, we want to see you bring your best looks! 🕷️🖤

📅 Friday, October 30, 2026
⏰ 5 PM – 7 PM
📍 The New Castle Prism Initiative
1315 E. Washington St., New Castle, PA 16101

🎃 AGES 13–18 ONLY! 🎃

🕸️ Gather your friends, show off your costume, and get ready for a hauntingly good time! This is your chance to celebrate Halloween, connect with your community, and make some unforgettable memories in a welcoming space. 🖤💚💜

🌈 At The New Castle Prism Initiative, we believe everyone deserves a place where they can feel safe, welcomed, and free to be themselves. Come celebrate spooky season with us!

💀 DON’T GHOST US WE’LL SEE YOU AT THE GRAVE RAVE! 🧟‍♀️🔥

🌈🕸️🎃

10/05/2026

🎤✨ OPEN STAGE IS COMING BACK! ✨🎤

You asked, and we’re bringing it back! Get ready for another night of music, performances, fun, and community at The New Castle Prism Initiative! 🌈

🎭 OPEN STAGE 🎭
🎤 Hosted by Crucavixen

📅 Saturday, November 14th
⏰ 8:00 PM
📍 The New Castle Prism Initiative
1315 E. Washington St., New Castle, PA 16101
🎟️ $10 Cover

💻 Please email any interest to [email protected] 💻

Whether you’re ready to grab the mic or you’re coming to cheer on the performers, everyone is welcome!

✨ Come take the stage. Come support local talent. Come be part of the community! 🌈🎶

09/28/2026

🎃👻 COMMUNITY HARVEST FESTIVAL IS COMING! 👻🎃

The New Castle Prism Initiative is getting ready for a spooky, fun filled Community Harvest Festival on Saturday, October 17, 2026! 🍂🧡

📍 1315 E Washington St, New Castle, PA 16101
🕐 Free Community Event

Bring the whole family and join us for a day packed with fall and Halloween fun! 🧙‍♀️🦇

🎨 Pumpkin Painting Contest
👻 Spooky Vendors
🏳️‍🌈 Local Organizations
🎨 Face Painting
🧟 Costume Contest
✨ Flash Tattoos
💎 Piercings
🔎 Spooky Scavenger Hunt
💃 Monster Mash Dance Party
…and more!

🛍️ WE'RE STILL LOOKING FOR VENDORS! 🛍️

Are you a small business, artist, crafter, community organization, or local vendor looking for an opportunity to connect with the community?

We want YOU to join us! 🎃

If you're interested in becoming a vendor, please reach out to:

📧 [email protected]

Come be part of a fun, welcoming community event and help us make this year's Community Harvest Festival one to remember! 🧡🏳️‍🌈🎃

Share this post and tag a vendor who should join us! 👇

09/26/2026

🌸💗 DOLLS NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 💗🌸

Tonight’s the night! Come out, have some fun, celebrate with us, and support The New Castle Prism Initiative! 🏳️‍⚧️✨

Events like Dolls Night are more than just a fabulous night out they help us raise the funds that keep Prism operating and allow us to continue providing resources, programs, community support, and safe spaces right here in our community.

Q***r organizations are facing an incredibly difficult funding crisis right now, and grassroots organizations like ours rely heavily on the support of our community. Every ticket, donation, share, and interaction helps us keep going. 💗

💄 DOLLS NIGHT TONIGHT!
📅 Saturday, September 26, 2026
📍 Westside Bowl
📍 2617 Mahoning Ave., Youngstown, OH
🚪 Doors: 8 PM
💃 Show: 9 PM
🎟️ $15 at the door
🔞 18+

✨ Hosted by Crucavixen
💃 Featuring Elina Mountanto, La’Shon & Juniper Jay

🔥 If you’ve been thinking about coming tonight is the night! 🔥

Can’t make it to the show? You can STILL help support Prism! 🫶

📲 Like, comment, and SHARE this post to help us reach more people.

💗 Or, if you’re able, consider making a donation through our Zeffy donation page:

👉 DONATE HERE:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/the-new-castle-prism-initiative

Every dollar helps us keep our doors open, stock our food pantry and community closet, host programs and events, and continue showing up for our community.

🌈 Come out tonight, support the performers, support Prism, and help us keep this work moving forward!

We’ll see you at Dolls Night! 💗🏳️‍⚧️✨

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07/24/2026

🌈 OPEN STAGE IS BACK! 🌈

🎤 Do you have a talent to share? Whether you sing, dance, perform drag, do comedy, spoken word, magic, or any other act, we want to see you on stage!

Join The New Castle Prism Initiative for an unforgettable evening celebrating local talent, creativity, and community in a welcoming, inclusive space.

📅 Saturday, August 8
🚪 Doors Open: 7:00 PM
🎭 Show Starts: 7:30 PM
🎤 Hosted by Ophelia Bottom
💲 $10 Cover
18+ event
📍 1315 East Washington St., New Castle, PA 16101

✨ Interested in performing? Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.

Whether you're taking the stage or cheering on local performers, everyone is welcome for a night of incredible entertainment, connection, and community.

Bring your friends, support local talent, and help us continue building a safe, affirming space for LGBTQIA+ people and allies in Lawrence County.
🌈 All talent is welcome. The spotlight is waiting for you!

07/24/2026

The New Castle Prism Initiative celebrated its milestone one-year anniversary with a block party and vendor fair at the Third Independent Presbyterian Church in New Castle, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.…

07/24/2026

🏳️‍⚧️ Transgender Coalition Meet-Up 🏳️‍⚧️

The New Castle Prism Initiative invites you to our monthly Transgender Coalition a gathering by trans people, for trans people! 💙💗🤍

📅 Sunday, July 26, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 1315 E Washington St, New Castle, PA 16101

Join us for supportive group discussions, community bonding, resource sharing, and a safe space to be yourself.

Whether you’re just beginning your journey or have been out for years, you are welcome here. ✨

This is a wonderful opportunity to: ✅ Connect with local trans community members
✅ Share experiences and receive support
✅ Build friendships and find belonging

The Transgender Coalition meets every 3rd Sunday of the month mark your calendars and spread the word!

💜 Free, inclusive, and open to all trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse individuals.

Let’s continue uplifting and empowering each other. Community thrives when we show up together. 🌈

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07/24/2026

🎉💖 The Dolls are back... and we're celebrating BIG! 💖🎉

One year ago, we opened our doors with a dream of creating a safe, welcoming space for our LGBTQ+ community and allies. Thanks to all of YOU, that dream has become something truly incredible. Now it's time to celebrate the only way we know how... with an unforgettable night of drag! 👑✨

🎂 Dolls Night Birthday Bash 🎂
📅 Friday, July 31, 2026
📍 Westside Bowl – Youngstown, OH

Hosted by the fabulous Bia Bia, featuring show-stopping performances from:
💋 Crucavixen
💋 Juniper Jay
💋 Ma### Hysteria
💋 Ann Tagonist
💋 Dev the Dude

🕗 Doors: 8:00 PM
🎭 Show: 9:00 PM
💵 $15 at the door | 🔞 18+

We're celebrating the birthdays of Nathan, Chantz, Trevor, and Bia, along with ONE AMAZING YEAR of The Center at the New Castle Prism Initiative! Expect fierce performances, incredible entertainment, and a room full of love, laughter, and community.

Dolls Night has always been about celebrating trans women and the people who love, support, and uplift them. That's what this show was founded on, and that's exactly what it continues to be today. 🏳️‍⚧️💖

And remember... imitation may be the sincerest form of flattery, but there's only one Dolls Night. 😉💅

Bring your friends, tip your entertainers, and help us celebrate one incredible year of pride, community, chosen family, and the legacy that makes Dolls Night so special. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🏳️‍🌈🎉

07/24/2026

📚🌈 New Castle Prism Initiative Book Club – Monthly Picks Are Here! 🌈📚

Looking for a great read and an even better conversation? Join the New Castle Prism Initiative Book Club as we explore stories that celebrate diverse voices, unique perspectives, and unforgettable characters.

Our upcoming selections include:
📖 August 11, 2026 – Bury Our Bones in the Midnight Soil by V.E. Schwab
📖 September 8, 2026 – The Shape of Shadows by C.E. Varrati
📖 October 20, 2026 – Ring Shout by P. Djèlí Clark
📖 November 10, 2026 – The Teller of Small Fortunes by Julie Leong
📖 December 8, 2026 – The Nightmare Before Kissmas by Sara Raasch

🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Location: 1315 E. Washington Street, New Castle, PA

Whether you're an avid reader or just looking to connect with others in a welcoming and inclusive environment, we'd love to have you join us. Come share your thoughts, discover new favorites, and build community one book at a time.

📚 No pressure. No homework. Just great books and great people.

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07/24/2026

🌈 You Belong Here. 🌈

Looking for a welcoming space to connect with others, find support, and build community? The New Castle Prism Initiative, in collaboration with ARISE, invites you to join our weekly Prism Support Groups.

🕔 Every Thursday | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 1315 E. Washington Street, New Castle, PA 16101

Our monthly schedule includes:
🎲 1st Thursday – Game Night (All Ages)
A fun, relaxed social gathering where you can meet new people, make friends, and enjoy a safe and inclusive environment.

💬 2nd & 3rd Thursdays – Adult Support Group (18+)
A supportive space for LGBTQIA+ adults to connect, share experiences, explore self-care topics, and participate in creative activities.

⭐ 4th Thursday – Teen Support Group (Ages 14+)
A safe and affirming space for LGBTQIA+ teens and allies to socialize, find support, and build confidence through discussion and creative projects.

At Prism, our goal is simple: to create a community where everyone feels seen, valued, and supported.

Whether you're looking for friendship, resources, support, or simply a place to be yourself, we would love to welcome you.

🏳️‍🌈 Everyone deserves a place to belong.

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