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Support love, equality, and community!

Your donation helps North Star continue serving and uplifting the LGBTQ+ community in Winston-Salem.

Welcome Home to North Star

Building Community, Celebrating Identity, Creating Change

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Since 2013, North Star has been a vibrant gathering place for the LGBTQIA+ community in Winston-Salem and beyond. Located in downtown Winston-Salem, we offer a safe, inclusive space where everyone is welcome to connect, find support, and simply be themselves.

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Our mission is to foster community across intersecting identities through advocacy, compassion, education, and service. Whether you're looking for community, resources, or a sense of belonging, North Star is here for you.

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Our work is made possible by the generosity of our supporters. Your contributions help sustain vital programs, resources, and advocacy for the LGBTQIA+ community. Click here to make a donation and help North Star continue to be a beacon of hope and connection for all.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

  • The Rainbow Room
    The Rainbow Room
    Multiple Dates
    Thu, Feb 05
    Feb 05, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
    Rainbow AA
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  • InQlusion Qloset at North Star
    InQlusion Qloset at North Star
    Multiple Dates
    Fri, Feb 06
    Feb 06, 2026, 11:00 AM – Feb 08, 2026, 3:00 PM
    Every month on the first weekend of the month, Inqlusion Qloset will be accessible at North Star LGBTQ+ Center location during our open hours.
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  • Crafty Queers
    Crafty Queers
    Multiple Dates
    Sat, Feb 14
    Feb 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Crafty Queers is a crafting social group where we have light conversation while working on individual projects. You can learn to crochet, do some painting, or choose something out of our big bad crafting bag.
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  • Tabletop Gay-ming
    Tabletop Gay-ming
    Multiple Dates
    Sun, Feb 22
    Feb 22, 2026, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
    On the last Sunday of every month we will be at Northstar for card and board games.
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  • Free STI/HIV Testing
    Free STI/HIV Testing
    Multiple Dates
    Wed, Feb 25
    Feb 25, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    Free STI/HIV Testing by POSSE last Wednesday of every month 5-7pm.
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"I intended to only stay a few minutes, but ended up staying the entire time. The atmosphere was very open and friendly"

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Open hours Friday - Sunday: 11am-3pm

Become a Leader in the LGBTQ+ Community

Joining our Board of Directors means stepping into a vital role in shaping and supporting the LGBTQ+ community of Winston-Salem. As a board member, you'll have the opportunity to influence impactful decisions, strengthen inclusivity, and advocate for meaningful change.​

 

Take the lead and make a difference. Together, we can build a brighter, more inclusive future.

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