For Parents of Trans Kids Only

When: *Second Monday of the month, 8 pm Eastern time What: We will convene a phone call for parents of transgender and gender non-conforming children. Where: Over the phone. Take a moment to fill out this form to let us know about your interests, and to receive the call-in number. 8 pm EST/ 7 pm […]

Twin Cities Pride Festival

Makom Hadash/Eshel office 125 Maiden Lane, Suite 8B, New York, New York

2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival on June 25, 2017 March wearing Eshel's t-shirts (free): Orthodox Ally We're Here We're Queer We're Machmir Stay tuned for more details!

Eshel Family Picnic in the Park – Baltimore/DC

Join the Eshel community for a family-friendly picnic at Guilford Park! Bring parents, kids, friends... everyone welcome! Please bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to share at our potluck, and any sports equipment you like.  Frisbees, softballs, etc. Whether you are a longstanding member of the community or new to the area, we look forward […]

Picnic with Eshel Montreal

Beaver Lake on Mount Royal Montreal, Quebec

Eshel Montreal hosts a vegetarian/kosher potluck picnic at Beaver Lake on Mont Royal (or at Joanna's apartment at 350 Prince Arthur W. #232, if the weather's bad). Click here for an interactive map of Beaver Lake on Mont Royal. Click here for a list of food items that various people have pitched already to bring, and […]

Free

Monthly In-person meeting in Philadelphia

William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia

Get together with our Philadelphia Eshel family. Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. WHAT: A confidential gathering for people who identify as LGBT and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox. WHEN: First Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. WHERE: William Way LGBT Community Center 1315 […]

Free

Phone-In Orthodox Parent Support Group – NATIONAL – 9 PM ET

Phone In: Nation Wide

This group is for Orthodox Jewish parents with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender children seeking peer support. We will also discuss ways to help parents and families navigate in their communities and to become advocates for their children. FIRST WEDS OF THE MONTH! This group meets by phone conference call at 6 PM PT/8 PM […]

Free

Eshel meetup in the Baltimore/DC Area

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 small private gathering for people who identify as LGBT and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox. It is also for parents of LGBT people who live within Orthodox communities and […]

Free

Eshel meetup in the Baltimore/DC Area

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 small private gathering for people who identify as LGBT and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox. It is also for parents of LGBT people who live within Orthodox communities and […]

Free

Eshel at Philly Pride OutFest!

Philadelphia, PA

Join the Eshel Philly community in celebrating OutFest with Philly Pride! WHEN: Sunday, October 8, 2017  |  12:00 - 6:00 PM WHERE: The "Gayborhood" Philadelphia: See Map Below MORE INFO to follow as we receive details!

Sundaes on Sunday! A Sukkot Social

Whether you are Orthodox, LGBTQ, Ortho-curious, a family member, or all of the above, join the Eshel Baltimore - D.C. community! Meet other wonderful people at this fun, casual Sukkot event. There will be ice cream, fruit, beverages, and more. Questions? Email us at baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org.

Free

Atlanta Pride: March with Eshel

Civic Center Station 435 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, GA

WHEN: Sunday, October 15, 2017  |  11:00 AM - 2:00 PM WHERE: 435 W Peachtree St NW, Atlanta, Georgia 30308 WHAT: Atlanta Pride! Join Eshel in the Pride Parade. Orthodox Allies are invited to march! Sign up and wear a t-shirt! Get more information by RSVP'ing here. Contact ALLEN MCGAFFEY the day of the parade to find […]

Eshel Chicago: First Meeting!

Get together with Eshel Chicago! Join us in this confidential setting to meet others like yourself in the Eshel network. WHAT: A private gathering for people who identify as LGBTQ and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox. It is also for parents of LGBTQ people who live within Orthodox communities and struggle with their child’s […]

Free

Phone-In Orthodox Parent Support Group – NATIONAL

Phone In: Nation Wide

This group is for Orthodox Jewish parents with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender children seeking peer support. We will also discuss ways to help parents and families navigate in their communities and to become advocates for their children.   FIRST WEDS OF THE MONTH! This group meets by phone conference call at 6 PM PT/8 […]

Free

Recurring

New York City Meetup

Calling all adult members of the NYC queer community who are Orthodox, formerly Orthodox, or “Ortho-curious.” If you are interested in connecting with other individuals who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identity please join us! Members will have the opportunity to mingle and engage in peer-led discussion in a casual and confidential environment. WHAT: A  confidential […]

Free

Eshel at The Festival of Lights

54 Nagle Avenue 54 Nagle Avenue, New York, NY

Join us for a festive, activity-filled afternoon for the whole family. Whether you celebrate Hanukkah every year or you’re interested in learning more about the holiday, families from all backgrounds are warmly invited. Location: The Y Auditorium (54 Nagle Ave) Tickets: Tickets are priced per household which includes up to two adults and any children […]

$5

Bowling in Chicago

Join the Eshel Chicago community for a fun afternoon of bowling! This will be a confidential gathering for LGBTQ+ and Orthodox Jews in the Chicago area. When: Sunday, February 18, 2018  |  4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Where: Please RSVP to receive the location. Cost: $13 per person via VenMo. (If cost is an issue […]

$13
Recurring

Straight Spouse Support Group – NATIONAL – 9 PM ET

Join this new anonymous support group for Orthodox+ straight spouses/ex-spouses of LGBTQ people. When:  Third Wednesday of Every Month 9:00 PM ET Where: via conference call Click here to complete this form and to receive the call-in number. Contact us at info@eshelonline.org with any additional questions. Participants are asked to adhere to strict confidentiality.

Eshel Toronto Meetup

WHAT: A private, confidential gathering for people who identify as LGBT and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox. It is also for parents of LGBT people who live within Orthodox communities and struggle with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity. All are welcome to attend. WHEN: Tuesday, February 27, 2018  |  6:15 PM WHERE: Please […]

Purim with Baltimore-D.C.

What: Shushan Purim Take 2! A family celebration for the Eshel Baltimore-D.C. community. Activities, storytelling, rainbow hamantaschen, face painting, and more. When: Sunday, March 4, 2018  |  1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Where: Please RSVP to baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org for location details. What else: Email us at baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org with any questions!

Chicago Meetup

Get together with Eshel Chicago! Join us in this confidential setting to meet others like yourself in the Eshel network. What: A private gathering for people who identify as LGBTQ and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox. It is also for parents of LGBTQ people who live within Orthodox communities and struggle with their child’s […]