Los Angeles Allies Workshop

Eshel-Los Angeles presents an: Changing the LGBT Conversation in the Orthodox Community A workshop for anyone interested in creating a more open environment, whether or not you are directly connected to someone who is gay Sunday, Sept 18 / No fee / RSVP required Hosted at the law offices of Nelson Hardman 11835 West Olympic […]

Atlanta Pride Parade

Civic Center MARTA Station Atlanta, GA

Join Eshel and  the SOJOURN contingent March with us and show your support as an Ally or as an LGBTQ member in the Atlanta Pride Parade Sign up for a t-shirt here by October 2nd; choose one of these designs   Details: Parade Steps off at Noon Gather by 11:30 am at the Civic Center […]

Reception for LGBTQ and Allies at the GA

Washington Hilton 1919 Connecticut Ave. NW, Washington, DC

Meet up with Eshel at the GA 2016 A reception for LGBTQ Jews, Families, Friends and Allies Monday Nov. 14th, 6:30-8 pm 2016-ga-lgbtq-reception-poster COMPLIMENTARY DRINKS AND HORS D’OEUVRES Bring a photo ID to get into the GA area For more information, contact James Cohen at james@keshetonline.org or 786-303-5284

Tisch this Shabbat in Washington Heights!

Unnamed Venue 509 w 189th Street. Apt B. , New York

Friday night, Dec. 2nd, Eshel is sponsoring an LGBTQ and Allies Tisch in Washington Heights. There are no expectations for one’s gender, sexuality, or religious level for this event, just an expectation to come with a positive attitude. The goal is to gather and celebrate a queer and Jewish friendly environment where members of the […]

Panel in Toronto

Unnamed Venue 200 Wilmington Avenue & 9600 Bathurst Street, Toronto

 Sinai & Sexuality: LGBT Jews Talk about G-d, Torah & Identity Torah in Motion will be hosting an event featuring some young, observant LGBT Jews (including some Eshel members) who will have an  honest and groundbreaking panel discussion. Dr. Elliott Malamet talks with four young and deeply-engaged LGBT individuals about how they understand and live with […]

Facilitator Workshop

Are you interested in presenting at the Eshel National Retreat but don’t know where to start? Join us for an introductory workshop on facilitating. Come for help brainstorming a topic, turning your topic into an actionable proposal, organizing your ideas into a streamlined presentation, or refreshing your public speaking skills. This informal workshop will be […]

Eshel in Toronto

Join this exciting event! Rabbi Steve Greenberg of Eshel will facilitate an open conversation about how Orthodoxy can face the challenges  of LGBT inclusion in Toronto.  This meeting is for LGBT Jews and their family members, friends and allies. RSVP at info@eshelonline.org At the home of Ellen and Warren Grossman 244 Strathallan Wood Toronto, M5N1T4 […]

Eshel in North Hollywood

Unnamed Venue North Hollywood

Join other Eshel-ites in a North Hollywood home for a casual dinner on motzei Shabbat (Saturday night), December 10 at 7:00. Get together and get to know other LGBTQ people in this neck of the woods. RSVP for address of Eshel member hosting this evening by writing to: info@eshelonline.org   Carpool if you can, parking […]

Mega Pre-Chanukah Family Bash

Everyone is welcome!  LGBTQ+ people, families and allies Look for Updates and RSVP on the Facebook event here! Brace yourselves for a night of fun, food, gifts, and activities! Family friendly!! Place: Repair The World 808 Nostrand Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11216 Time: 6:30-8:30 pm Date: December 21, 2016 Invite your friends! Interactive games and crafts […]

Voices III; LGBTQ+ & Ally Open Mic

Please join Base DWTN in partnership with Eshel & JQY for an open mic night and Chanukah celebration! There will be Latkes and L'chaims! Please fill out the registration form below if you plan to attend. Space is limited! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceRp5jjAfE6BXdLccssCJ2yKiHaXJNpAm4NZOj_gxjU5VtFg/viewform?c=0&w=1   RSVP for address to gabriela@eshelonline.org  

National LGBTQ+ Retreat

Isabella Freedman Retreat Center 116 Johnson Road, Falls Village, CT

Join the Eshel family for the biggest LGBTQ+ Orthodox, ex-Ortho, Ortho-curious retreat ever!   Happy/Healthy/Holy As LGBTQ+ Ortho+ Jews how do we... ...find equilibrium? ...take care of our bodies and our spirit? ...find satisfaction and happiness? ... develop healthy relationships?   Want to get involved? Want to present a topic? Join a team of volunteers […]

Refuse to Choose Tour ~ Minneapolis

We are delighted to partner with A Wider Bridge in Minneapolis and welcome two of the leading voices of today's Israeli LGBTQ Orthodox community. Come and meet Zehorit Sorek and Daniel Jonas, who are working to build visibility, end conversion therapy, and create a welcoming Orthodox community in Israel. We look forward to seeing you […]

Refuse to Choose Tour ~ Chicago

Refuse to Choose: LGBTQ and Orthodox in Israel We are delighted to partner with A Wider Bridge for two events in Chicago and welcome two of the leading voices of today's Israeli LGBTQ Orthodox community. Come and meet Zehorit Sorek and Daniel Jonas, who are working to build visibility, end conversion therapy, and create a […]

Refusing to Choose Tour ~ Chicago

Refusing to Choose: LGBTQ and Orthodox in Israel We are delighted to partner with A Wider Bridge for two events in Chicago and welcome two of the leading voices of today's Israeli LGBTQ Orthodox community. Come and meet Zehorit Sorek and Daniel Jonas, who are working to build visibility, end conversion therapy, and create a […]

Netivot Eshel Shabbat Dinner

Join Netivot and Eshel for Netivot's monthly shabbat dinner! When:  January 27th at 7 p.m. Where: We will send you the address privately after you register. Crown Heights, Brooklyn How:  If you would like to RSVP for the dinner, please sign up HERE.  Instead of the usual pot luck model, you can make a $10 contribution […]

Eshel in Philadelphia

William Way Community Center 1315 Spruce Street, Philadelphia

We are excited to have a meet up in Philadelphia every month!  Join us in this intimate, confidential setting to meet others, like yourself, in the extended Eshel network. This is a private gathering for Orthodox+ LGBTQ+ people. Refreshments and conversation. Participants asked to adhere to strict confidentiality. Where: William Way Community Center When: First […]

New! Eshel meet-up in Montreal

Meet the other LGBTQ+ Ortho+ folks in your neck of the woods! When: Sunday, February 5, at 7 pm Where: Joanna Halpern's place 350 Prince Arthur O., Montreal RSVP for the apartment number  to either joannahalpern@hotmail.com or info@eshelonline.org Snacks! Socializing!!

Homosexuality and Halakhah: Pragmatic, Ideal and Real Responses to the Challenge

Place: At the home of Dina and Michael Glouberman in Beverlywood. RSVP for address. Since the 1970’s, Orthodox gay Jews, their family members, and friends have sought sought guidance from rabbinic leadership to help them grapple with emotionally fraught questions of religious belief, halakhic observance and belonging.  Rabbi Steve Greenberg will explore the various halakhic responses that […]

LGBT and Orthodox: Three Journeys and a Few Things to Think About

Place: At the home of Susie and Fred Toczek in Beverlywood. RSVP for address. Meet the panelists: Michal, an attorney and a mom, is a Hillel/YULA/Michlala/Drisha alum. She is committed to halakha, but felt unwelcome in the Orthodox community when she and her partner moved back to Los Angeles from New York 10 years ago. […]

Karaoke Purim Party

Please join Eshel for a fun motzei-shabbat activity in the spirit of Purim. Eshel will be hosting a Karoke Party at Duet 35 in midtown. We have reserved a private room where you can order drinks. Eshel will be catering Kosher appetizers Fee: $8.50 per person per hour Drinks:$4-$8 per drink Limited space is available […]

$8.50

Pre-Purim Fun at Kids n’ Action!

Everyone is welcome! LGBTQ+ people, families and allies Look for Updates and RSVP on the Facebook event here! Brace yourselves for a night of fun, food, gifts, and activities! Family friendly!! Place: Kids n' Action 1149 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11230-3320 Date: March 6, 2017 Time: 5:00-7:00pm Invite your friends! This is a FREE event! […]

“Opening Hearts and Minds: LGBTQ Engagement in Jerusalem” Tour

Israeli LGBTQ activist Sarah Weil and Jerusalem City Councilman and Orthodox Rabbi Aaron Leibowitz join A Wider Bridge in Boston, New York, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego to share the work of The Meeting Place, offering an open, brave space for all people to discuss difficult and painful issues. This growing Jerusalem-based movement […]

Free

Retreat for Parents of LGBTQ Children

Berkshire Hills Eisenberg Camp 159 Empire Road, Copake, NY

SAVE THE DATE! May 5-7th, 2017 Living happy, healthy, and holy lives for ourselves and our children For parents of LGBTQ+ children in Orthodox community. Join a growing and vibrant parent community. Meet parents just like you!" To register, go here! Meet a few of our guest speakers: Jack Drescher, M.D. is a psychiatrist and psychoanalyst […]

$250

Monthly In-person meeting in New York

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

Calling all adult members of the 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. Eshel staff members, […]

Free

Celebrate Israel Parade

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

Sunday, June 4, 2017  |  11:00 AM to 4:00 PM March with Eshel! Rain or Shine! Every marcher will get a free t-shirt! You can even help carry the Eshel banner! Where: Section 7E 53rd St between 5th & Madison Ave New York City, NY Assembly Time: 12:20 PM The LGBTQ Cluster will be #7, coming […]