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🌈 Learn about the LGBT Center of Raleigh

What to know about the LGBT Center of Raleigh
From left to right, Switch Reprise, Gwendolyn Love, and Kori Hennessey hold a sign for the LGBT Center of Raleigh in front of its future community space on Cabarrus Street.
LGBT Center of Raleigh staff anticipate moving into the Cabarrus Street community space this summer. | Photo by Hannah Chalfant Photos
The LGBT Center of Raleigh is a local organization supporting the LGBTQ+ community as well as helping to educate the Raleigh area — you might know the center best for Out! Raleigh Pride.

We got together with the center to chat about its big upcoming move to Cabarrus Street near the Lincoln Theatre and how to support the growing community.

According to executive director Kori Hennessey, the new HQ, located at 128 E. Cabarrus St., will feature a cyber center with free access to tech, a care coordination center + health and wellness services, a free clothing closet, and a flexible space for community events.

The center is home to the largest LGBTQ+ library in the Southeast, with over 5,000 books stocking its shelves — about 90% of those books came directly from community donations. In the new library, Hennessey and staff want to highlight topics that are infrequently highlighted, like titles by LGBTQ+ BIPOC authors and books about the asexual community.

“It does bring such a wealth of knowledge, and I know that people have used the library for learning more about themselves and helping a family member or kid or friend,” Hennessey said.

Raleighites can help support the center by attending events like the upcoming Re(a)d to Filth Ball on Saturday, Feb. 24 or Out! Raleigh Pride on June 22, volunteering, or financially backing the center. Hennessey also said they encourage the Raleigh community to support LGBTQ+ people by gauging where you’re at and growing from that point.

“Opening up your mind and being around people that aren’t like you is a really good way to figure out where you’re at as far as your knowledge, understanding, and comfort levels,” Hennessey told RALtoday.

The new LGBT Center of Raleigh will open at 128 E. Cabarrus St. this summer with a grand opening for its unique, inclusive space for all Raleighites, regardless of sexuality or gender identity.
Asked
 

What year was the LGBT Center of Raleigh founded?
A. 1994
B. 2000
C. 2008
D. 2016
 
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Events
Wednesday, Feb. 21
  • Bianca Del Rio — Dead Inside Comedy Tour | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | 8 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $40-$50 | This drag queen won “RuPaul’s Drag Race” and is now touring her comedy show covering pop culture and current events.
  • Mindful Museum: Winter Creative Self-Care | Wednesday, Feb. 21 | Times vary | NC Museum of Art, 2110 Blue Ridge Rd., Raleigh | $18-$20 | Express yourself through art + free expression at the museum.
  • Camp, Cook, Play 4-week Nutrition Series | Wednesday, Feb. 21-Wednesday, March 13 | Times vary | Southeast Regional Library, 908 7th Ave., Garner | Free | This is the first of four classes teaching kids how to make healthy snacks.
Thursday, Feb. 22
  • Carolina Hurricanes vs. Florida Panthers | Thursday, Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | PNC Arena, 1400 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh | $30-$285 | The Panthers knocked the Canes out of Stanley Cup contention in a thrilling series — watch the rematch.
  • “Harold and Maude” | Thursday, Feb. 22-Sunday, Feb. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Theatre In The Park, 107 Pullen Rd., Raleigh | $20-$25 | Watch the stage adaptation of this film about a 19-year-old and octogenarian’s unique connection.
Friday, Feb. 23
  • Black History Month Tours | Friday, Feb. 23 | 10 a.m. | Pope House Museum, 511 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh | Free | Learn about the Pope family, one of Raleigh’s most prominent Black families.
Saturday, Feb. 24
  • Rouge: A Cirque & Dance Cabaret | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 4 p.m. + 8 p.m. | Martin Marietta Center for the Performing Arts, 2 E. South St., Raleigh | $30-$50 | This passionate night out features daring aerial acts, thrilling acrobatics, and mesmerizing dances framed by sultry music.
  • Sip & Clip Experience | Saturday, Feb. 24 | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | City Market Artist Collective, 300 Blake St., Raleigh | $80-$150 | Sip and snack on wine + hors d’oeuvres while creating a floral arrangement.
100+ more on our events calendar
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News Notes
Civic
  • Six Forks Road is upgrading to six lanes divided by a grassy median. Raleigh City Council unanimously approved the two mile project yesterday — it will cost over $100 million to complete. For more traffic news, keep reading. (Raleigh Magazine)
Development
  • UNC Health is planning a state-of-the-art children’s hospital to serve the Triangle + beyond. NC is without a freestanding children’s hospital, and the project could provide care to the entire Southeast. According to UNC officials, planning and construction might take eight to 10 years and up to $3 billion for 500 to 600 beds. (Triangle Business Journal)
Coming Soon
  • Two Roosters Ice Cream is expanding to Cary’s Waverly Place this summer with its sixth location. We’re fans of the creamery’s collab flavors, like Sola cinnamon donut, and can’t wait for another town to try unique flavors. (The News & Observer)
State
  • NC launched an additional phone line for those experiencing a mental health crisis or substance abuse. The Peer Warmline, reachable at 1-855-PEERS NC (1-855-733-7762) and 988 — the national crisis lifeline — is staffed with peers living in recovery to support callers. This line is reachable 24/7 — help is always available.
Environment
  • You might love the look of English ivy, but did you know it’s invasive? The City of Raleigh is raising awareness during Invasive Species Awareness Week starting Monday, Feb. 26. Join info sessions or volunteer removal projects to help strengthen our environment and keep pests out.
Cause
Asked
  • Question from the community: How many Tesla Powerwall batteries does it take to power a home during an outage? A single Powerwall + solar system can keep essentials like lights, wifi, and fridges running smoothly, but it takes two or more to maintain larger energy loads like HVAC + stoves.*
 
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🥜 A new roundabout is turning the corner

City of Raleigh proposes changes for Lake Wheeler Road including a new type of roundabout
A rendering of a peanut-shaped roundabout on Lake Wheeler Road in Raleigh, NC.
You may see this peanut-shaped roundabout make its way to Lake Wheeler Road. | Rendering provided by City of Raleigh
The City of Raleigh is working toward its Complete Streets strategy, which will accommodate all modes of transportation to navigate streets safely with potential changes coming to Lake Wheeler Road up next.

Plans are being finalized for the $20 million Lake Wheeler Road Improvement Project, spanning from South Saunders Street to Maywood Avenue — think behind Dorothea Dix Park going toward the State Farmers Market — which might include:
  • A peanut-shaped roundabout to slow and smooth traffic
  • Sidewalks + shared paths
  • Bike-only facilities
  • Raised intersections along side streets to keep pedestrians safe
  • Transit improvements to improve connectivity
  • A raised median to help slow traffic + prevent unsafe left turns
  • Stormwater facilities to mitigate runoff
Construction is slated to begin in 2025 — plus, there are nine more Complete Street projects underway for busy roads like Avent Ferry Road, Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard, and Lake Boone Trail.
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