What kind of coffee do you sell?
Our longest-standing question. Sorry - we're not an actual café and we don't sell coffee, it's just the name that our founders picked. We do have a coffee maker in our kitchen if you'd like to make some. Otherwise, we recommend you check out Jen's Joe on University Avenue or Starbucks on Main Street.
what are your prices/rates?
If this is a coffee-related question, see above - we don't actually sell coffee. We're a nonprofit organization, so all of our services are free. For LGBTQIA+ merch, check our store for prices, and if you're interested in our rates for workshops, go here.
what things can i be a part of?
It depends on your age and identity! Check out our programs and see if any of them fit - we have plenty of youth and adult-based programs. And if IRL weekly programs aren't your thing, we also have a lot of all-ages community events that you can see on our calendar. You're also more than welcome to join our online Rainbow Cafe community on Discord or Facebook.
where are you located?
Rainbow Cafe LGBTQ Center has its own building! We're located at 118 N Illinois Avenue in downtown Carbondale at the intersection of Highway 51 and Route 13. Nearby businesses include fringe, Amtrak, Thai Taste, Cristaudo's, PK's, Dona Camila, and Tres Hombres.
Where can I park?
Metered street parking is enforced within Carbondale city limits Monday through Saturday, 8 AM to 6 PM. Before 8 AM, after 6 PM, or anytime Sunday, street parking is free. Accessible parking is available behind our building in the arched brick lot, and additional parking can be found across the street at the pavilion. Use the included graphics below for more information.
can I take the bus?
Yes! Our downtown Carbondale location is accessible by several routes along Rides Mass Transit District's Saluki Express.
Nearby stops include...
FARE INFORMATION
In-County One-Way
$2.00 = Adults (Ages 11+)
$1.00 = Children (Ages 6-10), Seniors (Ages 60+), and/or people with a disability
FREE = Children (Ages 5 and under) when accompanied by an adult
Inter-County Carbondale/Marion/Harrisburg
$1.00 = Adults (Ages 11+) per county
$0.50 = Children (Ages 6-10), Seniors (Ages 60+), and/or people with a disability per county
FREE = Children (Ages 5 and under) when accompanied by an adult
Unlimited Trip Passes
30-Day Basic Pass = $30, $15 reduced rate for individuals ages over 60 and/or with a disability
180-Day Basic Pass = $120, $60 reduced rate for individuals ages over 60 and/or with a disability
365-Day Basic Pass = $230, $115 reduced rate for individuals ages over 60 and/or with a disability
Visit RMTD for additional information about available fare packages and passes.
Use the graphics below for more information.
Nearby stops include...
- Crosstown (C): #28 Marion @ Oak, Bus Stop #73
- Mall (M): #13 Amtrak Station, Bus Stop #4
- Airport (A): #6 Memorial Hospital of Carbondale, Bus Stop #77
- Summer West (SW): #7 Oak @ University, Bus Stop #87
- Break Route West (BW): #6 Amtrak Station, Bus Stop #4 OR #7 Oak @ University, Bus Stop #87
FARE INFORMATION
In-County One-Way
$2.00 = Adults (Ages 11+)
$1.00 = Children (Ages 6-10), Seniors (Ages 60+), and/or people with a disability
FREE = Children (Ages 5 and under) when accompanied by an adult
Inter-County Carbondale/Marion/Harrisburg
$1.00 = Adults (Ages 11+) per county
$0.50 = Children (Ages 6-10), Seniors (Ages 60+), and/or people with a disability per county
FREE = Children (Ages 5 and under) when accompanied by an adult
Unlimited Trip Passes
30-Day Basic Pass = $30, $15 reduced rate for individuals ages over 60 and/or with a disability
180-Day Basic Pass = $120, $60 reduced rate for individuals ages over 60 and/or with a disability
365-Day Basic Pass = $230, $115 reduced rate for individuals ages over 60 and/or with a disability
Visit RMTD for additional information about available fare packages and passes.
Use the graphics below for more information.
Where can i put my bike?
We finally have bike racks directly outside of our community center! You can lock your bike on one of the two racks in front, or at the pavilion across the street.
I need the tool library!
Carbondale Tool Library is a project that aims to provide the community with renting tools they need fee of charge. They are currently appointment only so if you would like to get in touch with them please check out their Facebook page or email them [email protected].
I need the little resource center!
TLRC is located at 801 E Walnut St, Carbondale Illinois. If you have any questions, please call them at 618 534-3345.
Nearby parking. Note: The lot behind (or west) of Rainbow Cafe is ramp-accessible parking.
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Nearby RMTD bus routes.
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Still have questions and not enough answers? Feel free to get in touch with us today!