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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T170000
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SUMMARY:WCW Character Design Lesson w/ Angela Fernot
DESCRIPTION:On April 23rd Angela Fernot\, a local illustrator\, will be joining us for a SPECIAL SESSION of the Writers and Crafters Workshop\, where she’ll be leading a character design lesson! \nWHAT: For the dreamer who imagines worlds\, makes up their own characters\, and enjoys crafting stories around them\, this workshop is for you. We’ll start with a simple mash-up word game to get ideas flowing\, then dive into developing characters and how to make them stand out. Some writing will be involved\, so come with your imagination ready! \nWHEN: Thursday\, April 23rd\, from 5:00pm – 6:30pm \nWHERE: LGBTQ Center\, 1506 Market St. (We are located inside of the Carousel Center. Ring the doorbell on the rainbow sign hanging on the door.) \nIf you’re interested\, please fill out this form: [Google Forms link] \nReach out to info@lgbtqcapefear.org with any questions!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/wcw-character-design/
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T200000
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SUMMARY:Trans Coffee Hour at Luna Caffe
DESCRIPTION:Grab a drink and hang out at the Trans Coffee Hour! This monthly meeting is designed to be a relaxing and engaging way for transgender people in the Wilmington area to get to know each other. Play games\, bring an art project\, or just chat with friends and destress in a safe space centering trans people of all backgrounds. \nPlease RSVP by emailing transsocial@proton.me or transsocial@nialoy.me before attending!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/trans-coffee-hour-april/
LOCATION:Luna Caffe\, 608 Castle Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T120000
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SUMMARY:Queer Family Playdates
DESCRIPTION:Queer Family Playdates are an opportunity for queer families to connect in a safe and affirming place! If anyone in your family identifies as part of the LGBTQ+ community (kids or adults!)\, this space is for you 🙂 \nJoin us at 11:00am on the first Saturday of every month. Sign up for the newsletter below for details about location! \nSign up for the newsletter here: Queer Family Playdate Newsletter \n— \nVolunteer Opportunity: We are also in need of facilitators to “host” the playdates on the occasions where our board chair\, Elena\, isn’t available. Hosting includes getting to the playdate a little early to greet people and opening/closing the space. \nFirst Time Volunteers: Apply Here! \nReturning Center Volunteers: Facilitator Sign-Up \n 
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/qfp26/2026-05-02/
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ Center Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260504T193000
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ CFC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear Coast has open board meetings and you are welcome to join us. Please email info@lgbtqcapefear.org for location or Zoom Link.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/board-meeting-3-2-2/2026-05-04/
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ Center Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Shelly O'Rourke":MAILTO:shellyo@lgbtqcapefear.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T200712Z
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SUMMARY:Wilmington Pride Youth Group
DESCRIPTION:Please reserve a spot for your youth at least 24 hours prior to the meeting! \nWilmington Pride Youth Group\, a program of the LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear Coast\, serves youth in grades 7 through 12. \nMeetings are held the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:00-8:00 pm. \nTo maintain the safety and privacy of all youth\, parents are not permitted to stay for the meeting. If you would like to meet with the facilitators\, or for location/more information\, please email us at wpyg@lgbtqcapefear.org.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/wpyg-1-2/2026-05-06/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260508T223000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T163349Z
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SUMMARY:Black Panther Screening by Lighthouse On The Lawn
DESCRIPTION:Join Lighthouse Films on Friday\, May 8th for an outdoor cinematic experience featuring Marvel Studios’ Black Panther. This community screening brings the world of Wakanda to life right on the lawn\, FOR FREE! \nFree pizza\, popcorn\, and soda will be served at 7:30 PM\, and the movie will begin at 8:00 PM.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/black-panther-screening-by-lighthouse-on-the-lawn/
LOCATION:Lighthouse Films\, 926 N 4th St.\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T190000
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SUMMARY:Breaking the Binary: Adult Transgender Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as Transgender? Gender non-conforming? Intersex? Gender Queer? Nonbinary? \nIf you are 18+\, then we are the support group for you! We meet the second and fourth Wednesday of every month from 6:00 to 7:00 PM. The group’s location is private for safety: if you would like to join\, please email btb@lgbtqcapefear.org to be screened!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/breaking-the-binary-2/2026-05-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260516T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20250925T180557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T194141Z
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SUMMARY:Trans Coffee Hour at Luna Caffe
DESCRIPTION:Grab a drink and hang out at the Trans Coffee Hour! This monthly meeting is designed to be a relaxing and engaging way for transgender people in the Wilmington area to get to know each other. Play games\, bring an art project\, or just chat with friends and destress in a safe space centering trans people of all backgrounds. \nThis group takes place on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Please RSVP by emailing transsocial@proton.me or transsocial@nialoy.me before attending!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/trans-coffee-hour-2/2026-05-16/
LOCATION:Luna Caffe\, 608 Castle Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Partner Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T220000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
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SUMMARY:Pleasure Island Pride Silent Disco
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to dance the night away for a great cause at the Pleasure Island Pride Silent Disco! 💃🕺 \nJoin us on Friday\, May 22nd from 7–10 PM for an unforgettable evening of music\, community\, and celebration. Slip on your headphones and choose your vibe as DJs spin classic disco favorites and today’s hottest hits\, with a special guest appearance from local drag queen Jean-Belle Bleu! \nGrab your friends\, put on your dancing shoes\, and make some noise—silently—for a great cause! Buy tickets here: [Link to ticket sales].
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/pip-silent-disco/
LOCATION:Kindred\, 205 Charlotte Avenue\, Carolina Beach\, NC\, 28428\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260524
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260525
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
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SUMMARY:Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility Day
DESCRIPTION:Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility Day is held every year on May 24th. The day is meant to bring awareness to the pansexual/panromantic label and to celebrate those who identify with it. \nPan\, from the Greek word for “all”\, is an orientation for those who are attracted to people regardless of their gender identity. You can read more about what the pansexual label means here: GLAAD Interview with 6 Pansexual Students.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/ppavd26/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Date(s)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260528T183000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20260226T183153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T204203Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Writers and Crafters Workshop
DESCRIPTION:WHAT: A fun\, casual time to connect with others in the LGBTQ+ community! Bring your own craft project/writing project or use some of the craft supplies we have available 🙂 You can come socialize or sit quietly\, and you don’t have to be creative/artistic at all to join! \nWe will have some light snacks available\, but you are more than welcome to bring some of your own as well. \n  \nWHEN: Every 2nd and 4th Thursday from 5:00-6:30pm \nWHERE: LGBTQ Center\, 1506 Market St. (We are located inside of the Carousel Center. Ring the doorbell on the rainbow sign hanging on the door.) \nWHO: We invite you to bring an LGBTQ+ identifying friend along! We’re excited to continue building a space created by and for our queer community. \n  \nReach out to info@lgbtqcapefear.org with any questions!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/lgbtqcreatives26-4/2026-05-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260530T193000
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual Silver Pride Cinema Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Silver Pride Cinema Festival is back and bigger than ever\, now expanded into a vibrant two-day celebration! Hosted in partnership with Jengo’s Playhouse\, this LGBTQ+ centered film fest is the perfect way to get in the Pride Month spirit. \nPrepare your sequins and feathers because the festival will be kicked off with a massive Friday night party\, followed by a screening of the legendary Priscilla\, Queen of the Desert! Day two will be jam packed with even more fun\, with a directing workshop hosted by Ingrid Jungermann\, a showing of the Painted Bunting short film collection\, and so much more— you won’t want to miss it! \nYou can check out the full event list here: [Festival schedule]\, [Film guide] \nDemand is expected to be high\, and seats are limited\, so make sure you get your tickets ASAP if you’d like to attend!\n • Full access passes are $50\, and can be bought here: [Pass link]\n • Per-event tickets range from $15 to $20\, and are available here: [Ticket link]
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/spcinema2/
LOCATION:Jengo’s Playhouse\, 815 Princess Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Events,Partner Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T220000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20250703T194952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T170149Z
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SUMMARY:Pride Prom 2026: The MasQUEERade
DESCRIPTION:Grab your fanciest outfit* and prepare for a dazzling night of fun\, because the LGBTQ Center of the Cape Fear Coast officially invites you to our fifth annual adult Pride Prom! This year’s celebration is themed around a regency inspired masquerade\, complete with music\, dancing\, and a drag performance by Prwincezz Malaysia Kay– you won’t want to miss it! \n  \nHosted at the Eagle’s Dare\, the MasQUEERade will run from 7:00pm to 10:00pm\, with an unmasking at 9:00. Tickets are $25\, and you can buy them now! \n  \n  \n*There is no mandatory dress code! Ballroom attire and masks are encouraged\, but not required. Extra paper masks will be available\, for free\, at the venue if you aren’t able to bring your own.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/pride-prom-26/
LOCATION:Eagle’s Dare\, 420 N 3rd Street\, Wilmington\, NC\, 28401\, United States
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ Center Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20260303T200606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T200606Z
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SUMMARY:Cape Queer Pride Fest
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a weekend full of love\, community\, & celebration at Cape Queer Pride Fest\, happening throughout the Brooklyn Arts District in downtown Wilmington\, NC from June 12th – 14th! \nThis multi-day festival will feature live music\, art\, performances\, food\, vendors\, & inclusive community events – all coming together to celebrate Pride and uplift our vibrant LGBTQ2S+ community of the Cape Fear region. \nCome out\, show your pride\, support local culture\, creativity\, & connection!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/cape-queer-pride-fest/
CATEGORIES:3rd Party Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260714
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260715
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20260120T205547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210342Z
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SUMMARY:Non-Binary People's Day
DESCRIPTION:Non-Binary People’s Day is a visibility campaign meant to bring awareness to nonbinary people\, to celebrate their courage and self-knowledge\, and to call attention to issues that the nonbinary community faces.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/nbpd26/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Date(s)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20260122T185109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T185109Z
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SUMMARY:Bisexual Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Bisexual Awareness Week\, also called #BiWeek\, draws attention to the experiences\, while also celebrating the resiliency of\, the bisexual+ ((bisexual\, pansexual\, fluid\, no label\, queer\, etc.) community. Throughout #BiWeek\, allies and bi+ people learn about the history\, culture\, community\, and current policy priorities of bi+ communities.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/biweek26/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Date(s)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20260120T210324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T210324Z
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SUMMARY:Ace Week
DESCRIPTION:Ace Week (founded as Asexual Awareness Week in 2010) is an annual event that puts asexuality in the spotlight. Part celebration of the progress the asexual community has made\, and part campaign for greater understanding and acceptance of asexual-spectrum identities\, Ace Week is a time to focus on all things ace. \nAce is a shortened version of “asexual”\, and is often used to refer to people across the asexual spectrum.
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/ace-week26/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Date(s)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261025T140000
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20250703T194632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T163255Z
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SUMMARY:Family Pride Festival
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Long Leaf Park on October 25th from 10am to 2pm for this year’s Family Pride Festival! This will be a fun filled event all about celebrating LGBTQ Community. Expect delicious food\, lots of games\, a bunch of arts and crafts\, and a local vendor market\, and of course\, a wonderful day of queer joy! \nThis event is totally free to enter\, although donations to the LGBTQ Center are welcome to help us keep hosting events like this! \nWe can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/family-pride-festival/
LOCATION:Long Leaf Park\, Long Leaf Park\, Shelter 4\, Wilmington\, NC\, United States
CATEGORIES:LGBTQ Center Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTSTAMP:20260429T061127
CREATED:20260122T184059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T185117Z
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SUMMARY:Intersex Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Intersex Awareness Day is an international day meant to bring attention to the challenges faced by the intersex community\, namely non-consensual cosmetic surgery and other forced medical intervention\, and to destigmatize intersex bodies and experiences. \nTo learn more about what it means to be intersex\, check out interACT
URL:https://lgbtqcapefear.org/event/iad26/
CATEGORIES:Awareness Date(s)
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