The Rainbow Hub

A slightly late addition to the Sunderland Arts & Culture Trail, these beautiful pieces by Peter Roman now grace our walls. Showcasing the intricate textures of q***r relationships, these pieces offer a window into the profound beauty of q***r love and the contrast of feeling invisible.

Come and see these pieces first hand and get a feel for the emotions they invoke.
You can also find Peter online at www.peterromanart.com

On the eve of pride, we're handing over to the Community Engagement Officer of The Sunderland LGBT+ Network for an important message.

Addiction is something that unfortunately plagues the LGBT+ community. Whether it is something we find ourselves prey too, led into it by bad circumstances or people, or something we use as a coping or distraction technique, addiction destroys lives.

We know you can often feel alone, and don't know where to turn too, but you are not alone. As someone who has known addiction on a family basis, things are never irreparable and sometimes all you need to do is to take that very first step.

The Sunderland LGBT+ Network is not a recovery service, but we're proud to be Gambling Awareness Champions and Drug & Alcohol Awareness Champions with the amazing services NECA and Wear Recovery - Change Grow Live. This means we are a non-judgmental safe space where we can be a compassionate ear to those in need of help, and point you in the direction of appropriate services if you need them.

Don't suffer addiction in silence. Speak to somebody today.

For further advice, please email us at [email protected]

This time tomorrow you will be marching through the streets of Sunderland, showing your pride in yourself and your community.

Then shortly after you'll be gathering in Sunniside to enjoy the fabulous entertainment for the day. We will be there to greet you all with amazing food and drink offers! For Saturday only, you can grab our burger and a pint deal for only £7.50.

And from 6:30pm join us for an audience with the Stunning Ruby Ryder. After a day of fun have a night of laughs and stay with us right through til the end!

We have something for you straight after Pride. Stick around with Ruby Ryder and cheap drinks though till the late hours.
See you this Saturday
Happy Pride

Did you know we have started a Whatsapp Community? Sometimes it can be hard to get out and socialise, and anxiety can hit if you're wanting to go to an event when you don't already know somebody there.

So come and make some friends in our whatsapp group!

Scan the barcode or alternatively find us at https://chat.whatsapp.com/C8q3UMX6Z4m9HTr3bKwq8B

Yesterday we had a beautiful day at Sunderland Minster helping them paint their banner for Pride on Saturday!

Sunderland Minster is an extremely inviting and inclusive place of worship. Reverend Jacqui is especially excited to turn out and tell our community that Sunderland Minster is proud of you.

It is good to see places of faith, that previously might not have been a welcoming place for LGBT+ folk become a safe space for us, regardless of beliefs. Some of our service users have previously spoke about their faith, dismay with some churches, and how some have left their faith behind over the challenges they face in that setting.

Not everyone is the same. Faith might not be something everyone experiences, but it should be something that everyone is free to have

Happy to be able to show a few people the film Pride (2014) today! Showing the connection between our deep rich mining cultural history and the LGBT+ movement is vital to me.

I watch this film every year and the first time I haven't cried by the end!

🌈 Calling All Fabulous Folks! 🌈

🎨 Get Your Glam On with Drag! 🎨

Hey lovelies! The Rainbow Hub and The Sunderland LGBT+ Network are encouraging YOU to embrace your inner diva and join the fabulous world of drag! 🌟

Why Drag Matters: Drag queens and artists have been trailblazers in the fight for LGBT+ rights. From Stonewall to Pride parades, they’ve used their glittering platforms to challenge norms, break down barriers, and celebrate self-expression. 🏳️‍🌈

Paint Your Face, Break Free: There’s something magical about transforming into a fierce queen or king. 🎭✨ Whether you’re a seasoned pro or a newbie, painting your face lets you shed societal expectations and step into your authentic self. 💄💅

Who's your inspiration?: We're tagging some of the amazing queens, both local and far who have given the staff here inspiration and fun moments:
Choriza May, Cheddar Gorgeous, Ruby Ryder, Divina De Campo, Cheryl Hole, Miss Rory, and so many more that facebook won't let us tag!

👑 Your Turn! 👑 Share your funniest drag names in the comments below! Or tag your drag inspirations—we want to see who inspires your fabulousness! 💃🕺

Let’s sashay, shantay, and slay together! 🌟💖

🌈🌟 Join Us at The Rainbow Hub Bar & Cafe on June 29th, and get your breakfasts in before Pride In Sunderland! 🌟🌈

📍 Location: 34 West Sunniside, Sunderland SR1 1BU 1
📞 Phone: 0191 447 6120

🌟 Pride In Sunderland Breakfast Specials:
👶Kids Lunch for £4.50 - A sandwich, crisps, a fruit shoot and a piece of fruit. Scrumptious!
🍳 Small Traditional Breakfast for £5.50 - 5 Items
🍽 Large Traditional Breakfast for £7.50 - 8 Items
☕ Coffee & a Bacon or Sausage Sandwich for £5

Come celebrate love, community, and delicious food! 🌈❤️🍽️

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Reminding you that this Saturday we are showing Pride (2014) in our community room!

This true story tearjerker of a film documents the forging of bonds between the opressed LGBT+ community and the mining communities. It is a must-watch for any LGBT+ British person!

Tickets on the day are £1

🎤 Karaoke Night at The Rainbow Hub! 🌈

Join us for an unforgettable evening of music, singing, and fun at The Rainbow Hub’s Karaoke Night on Friday, June 21, 2024! 🎶

🕒 Time: 3:00 PM - 10:00 PM
📍 Location: The Rainbow Hub, Sunderland

-Free Shot for Every Singer: Step up to the mic and belt out your favorite tunes! Each brave performer gets a complimentary shot.

-Make Music Day Celebration: As part of the Make Music Day festivities, we’re turning up the volume and celebrating music in style.

Whether you’re a seasoned karaoke pro or a first-time performer, this is your chance to shine! 🌟 Grab the mic, sing your heart out, and let the music move you. 🎵

See you there! 🎉

Please remember to register to vote! You have until midnight tonight to register. It only takes 5 minutes online!

What a fab day, so great to see and talk to so many people, LGBT+ and allies alike!

Fabulous photo with Mr Gay Great Britain

The Sunderland LGBT+ Network and The Rainbow Hub are proud to be presenting to you: Pride (2014)!

The Movie will start approximately 1pm at The Rainbow Hub on Saturday 22nd June. £1 is payable on entry.

This emotional tearjerker of a film has been selected by our Community Engagement Officer - Mark. He would like to tell you exactly why:

"Pride for me was such a monumental film in my LGBT+ education. I had the privilege of watching this the night before my very first pride parade, down in London in 2015. The film tells the story of a group called Le****ns & G**s Support the Miners, and how they came to raise funds and have a close relationship with mining communities during Thatchers mining strikes in the 80s.

The film itself is inspirational, showing the reality of being LGBT in the 80s. It lets us peek into the life of a young and fresh activist who faces struggles at home with his parents. A seasoned and jaded activist, who became the 2nd man in the UK diagnosed with HIV, and is currently the longest surviving HIV patient. A young Le***an anarchist. And an entire town full of Welsh miners who adjust to their newfound friends.
By the end of the film I was filled with so much hope, so much emotion, and of course so much pride.

Little did I know that the next day, during the pride march, I would meet face to face with LGSM themselves. Here they are, still flying the banner and everything they stood for. Their work is often cited as one of the initial dominoes that led to LGBT+ rights and eventually Marriage laws becoming entrenched in the UK. Standing in front of me were the real life people I had watched a dramatisation of only the night before. The people I had to thank for being able to exist as I do. All I could do were to hug all the members, old and new. I have no doubt they were probably confused, but I was just overcome with such emotion!

Returning to the North East after pride was sobering. Coming from a region steeped so richly in mining culture, it really gave me a new lens on which to view our region. Attending Durham Miners Gala a few weeks later, it gave me an appreciation, that somewhere I had previously felt apprehensive and unsure of, was a welcoming place. We had faced the same government oppression side by side.

I was delighted that day to meet LGSM yet again! Since their work, many colliery groups take part in London pride, and various pride marches around the UK. And LGSM make the trip up for the Durham Miners Gala. Thankfully, this time I was able to articulate myself better!

Both the film, and meeting these LGBT+ Heroes gave me a new drive, and a new purpose which I carry to this day, 9 years on. I watch Pride every year as a reminder of what I want to bring to this community, and this year I would like to invite you to watch it with me. Please, bring tissues because you might well shed a few tears!"

🌈✨ Coffee, Cake & Quiz Afternoon at The Rainbow Hub! ✨🌈

Join us on June 13th, 2024, at 2 PM for a delightful afternoon filled with the aroma of fresh coffee, the sweetness of cake, and the thrill of a good quiz!

🍰 Treat Yourself: Indulge in our delicious homemade cakes and your favorite coffee brews while you test your trivia skills.

🧠 Quiz Time: Rally your friends and form a team or come solo and join others in a friendly battle of wits. Entry is just £2.50 per person.

🏆 Winning Prizes: Amazing prizes await the sharpest minds and quickest buzzers!

📍 Where to Find Us: 34 West Sunniside, Sunderland, SR1 1BU

📞 Need more info?: Give us a ring at 01914476120

Let’s make it a day to remember at The Rainbow Hub - where every visit adds a little more color to your life! 🌈

🌈 Connect, Support, Empower 🌟

Are you seeking a friendly ear, some advice, or just need someone to talk to? The Sunderland LGBT+ Network is here for you! 💌

We’re proud to announce our Email Helpline service: [email protected]. Whether you have questions, need support, or just want to share your story, our team is ready to listen and help.

📧 Email us any time, and expect a response from Wednesday to Saturday. Your community is your strength, and together, we can create a world where everyone feels empowered to be their true selves.

Grab your feather boa. strike a pose, and lets make this brunch werk! There will be no death drops, but an afternoon of conversation and comedy with our resident queen.
Then afterwards join us for a quiz and Karaoke!
You can get your tickets from the Rainbow Hub, Wednesday/Thursday 1-5, Friday/Saturday 5-9.
or from https://allevents.in/.../bottomless.../80001906934828...

🎶 Feel the Beat at The Rainbow Hub’s Clubland Extravaganza! 🎶

🌈 90’s Dance Music Night 🌈

📅 Date: Friday, 7th June ⏰ Time: 5 PM - 10 PM

Get ready to lose yourself in the rhythm of the 90s! The Rainbow Hub is bringing you a night filled with classic house beats and iconic club anthems. It’s time to rave to the music that defined a generation!

🍻 Cheers to the Memories: Your first pint comes with a complimentary shot to kickstart the party!

Dust off your dancing shoes and join us for an unforgettable journey back to the golden era of dance music. Let’s make it a night to remember!

📍 Location: The Rainbow Hub, your sanctuary for timeless tunes and unforgettable nights.

Pride in Sunderland Family Picnic, we have special offers on. Children's Meal deal, includes 🥯Sandwiches, pop, crisps and fruit🍊 for only £4.50 or for adults a 🍔Burger and a Pint for only £7.50. 🍻

"Join us for our Friday night special: enjoy a delicious curry paired with a refreshing pint of either Strongbow or Fosters for just £13.00 per person, or grab two for £25.00! Available from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM."

Coffee, Cake & Bingo☕️

Come visit us on the 5th June for your chance to win some prizes and a day filled with fun

Back to the 80’s🎶

Enjoy the 80’s era, re-live it all over again with us tomorrow from 5pm onward, dance the night away💃

*Alcohol deals*

Cocktails 2 for £10
Sourz/Cactus Jacks shots 4 for £8
Bombs 2 for £5

Loud and Proud!🌈

June 2024 is bursting with pride, check out all great events we have lined up for you…

JUNE 8TH 2024 - DRAG MEETS BOTTOMLESS BRUNCH