Atlanta | Cocktails and Conversation
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Israel Parent Meetup
Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. This group will provide support and build community in an intimate, confidential setting in English. This group meets in person most months, with a Zoom meeting once per quarter. Register below for monthly reminders, links, and location details. hbspt.forms.create({ region: "na1", portalId: "7837587", formId: […]
Pride Challah Bake
Dough it with Pride! Join us for a colorful evening of queer joy, challah braiding, and creative toppings. Twist up rainbow loaves, sprinkle on your favorite flavors, and celebrate community, carbs, and pride. When: Monday, June 23 7:30-9:30PM Where: Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan DepositFixForm.init({ formId: 'dff0f97f-6f01-450a-bfb8-2359297c34b1', portalId: '7837587'});
Silver Spring Parent Meetup
Interested in connecting with other parents of LGBTQ+ children? Join us for a meeting in Silver Spring for parents in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. We’ll gather and connect as parents of LGBTQ+ kids, and explore the option of getting together more regularly. Sign up below if you’d be interested in meeting up with other local […]
Parent Retreat Brunch Reunion
This is a Zoom reunion for anyone who attended the 2025 Eshel Parents Retreat. To enjoy a festive brunch together, we're digitally sending a $5 Starbucks gift card for anyone who signs up by July 18. This will be a space where we can all connect with a cup of tea or coffee while we […]
Eshel Israel Meetup
On Thursday, July 24 at 7:00PM, we will have our final meeting of the year in Ramat Beit Shemesh. Our guest will be Dr. Debbie Rubel, a child psychologist for Beit Shemesh City. She also coordinates the suicide task force for the Beit Shemesh schools and will discuss this serious topic with us. Location: Ramat […]
Parents Drop-In Support Group
Join our drop-in support group for parents! We meet every Wednesday at noon ET and the first Monday every month at 8pm ET. For notifications and sign-in information, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) hbspt.forms.create({ region: "na1", portalId: "7837587", formId: "7671fe05-c022-4625-b646-4d6c927cbdff" });
LGBTQ+ Support Group
A confidential space for LGBTQ+ adults who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or Orthodox-adjacent to access peer support, share their experiences, and connect and gain insights from others. Second Monday of the month 8:00 pm ET, 7:00 pm CT, 6:00 pm MT, 5:00 pm PT Register below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each […]
Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: Fourth Monday of each month, 9:00 PM EST - 8:00 PM CST - 6:00 PM PST Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to […]
Eshel Baltimore/DC Parents & LGBTQ+ Joint Meetup
Get together with our Baltimore/DC Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation […]
Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom What: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. When: Meeting Weekly: Every THURSDAY (Previously Tuesday) from 8:30 pm - 9:45 pm Where: For notifications and sign-in information, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) hbspt.forms.create({ […]
Elul Empowerment
Join Eshel for a night of spiritual introspection as we approach the Yamim Noraim, with text study and meditation led by our new Program Director, Mendel Weintraub. At this event, we will explore lessons relevant to the High Holidays from Chassidic texts, which offer an uplifting and joyful vision of how to achieve divine connection […]
Silver Spring Parent Meetup
Connect with other parents of LGBTQ+ children in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area. This is a great opportunity to learn from one another and build our community. At this meetup, we'll be discussing coming out to extended family, including grandparents, aunts and uncles, and more, and the impact on our larger family dynamics. hbspt.forms.create({ […]
LGBTQ+ Support Group
A confidential space for LGBTQ+ adults who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or Orthodox-adjacent to access peer support, share their experiences, and connect and gain insights from others. Second Monday of the month 8:00 pm ET, 7:00 pm CT, 6:00 pm MT, 5:00 pm PT Register below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each […]
Israel Parent Meetup
Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. This group will provide support and build community in an intimate, confidential setting in English. This group meets in person most months, with a Zoom meeting once per quarter. Register below for monthly reminders, links, and location details. hbspt.forms.create({ region: "na1", portalId: "7837587", formId: […]
Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
What: This group is for traditional Jewish parents who may be struggling with their child’s gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: Fourth Monday of each month, 9:00 PM EST - 8:00 PM CST - 6:00 PM PST Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to […]
LGBTQ+ Community Sukkot Party
Join Us for the annual LGBTQ Community Sukkot Party! On Sukkot, it is traditional to celebrate the holiday with a Simchat Beit Hashoevah, a joyous gathering commemorating the holiday’s Temple service. Come experience this celebration with a special LGBTQ+ Jewish twist at JCC’s rooftop Sukkah, featuring breathtaking views of the NYC skyline, an open bar, […]
Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
Welcome to Eshel's Meetup! What: This virtual support group will be a space for people who identify as transgender, non-binary, and gender questioning. All shades of Orthodox including Chareidi, Modern Orthodox, Ex-Orthodox, are welcome to come and share in a safe and confidential virtual group. When: Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of […]
NYC – Cider and Schmooze
Make mar Cheshvan mar no more! Join us for some post-Tishrei rest and relaxation after this busy holiday season. Decompress with the assistance of apple cider, donuts, and other fall-themed treats and transition out the High Holidays and Sukkot with friends old and new! This event is free to attend. Where: Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan […]
LGBTQ+ Support Group
A confidential space for LGBTQ+ adults who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or Orthodox-adjacent to access peer support, share their experiences, and connect and gain insights from others. Second Monday of the month 8:00 pm ET, 7:00 pm CT, 6:00 pm MT, 5:00 pm PT Register below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each […]
South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup
What: Meet other LGBTQ+ individuals in the area of Miami, Florida! Family members and relatives of LGBTQ+ folks are also welcome to join! Our coordinators speak Spanish and French. When: The third Monday of each month from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm. Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register […]
DC | Striving to Belong
This roundtable discussion examines shifts in the Orthodox community towards greater inclusion of LGBTQ+ Jews. Panelists include Peninah Gershman and Rabbi Hyim Shafner, more panelists coming soon. Moderated by Miryam Kabakov. This event is offered both in person and virtually. For the virtual event, click here.
Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom What: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. When: Meeting Weekly: Every THURSDAY (Previously Tuesday) from 8:30 pm - 9:45 pm Where: For notifications and sign-in information, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) hbspt.forms.create({ […]
Parents Drop-In Support Group
Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze, chat, ask questions, and hear topics of interest! For notifications and sign-in information, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) hbspt.forms.create({ portalId: "7837587", formId: "7671fe05-c022-4625-b646-4d6c927cbdff" });
Israel Parent Meetup
Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. This group will provide support and build community in an intimate, confidential setting in English. This group meets in person most months, with a Zoom meeting once per quarter. Register below for monthly reminders, links, and location details. hbspt.forms.create({ region: "na1", portalId: "7837587", formId: […]