"We wait all year for the Eshel Parent Retreat" Your wait is over. Registration is open for The 7th Annual Eshel Parent Retreat for Parents of LGBTQ+ Children. Join parents in a Comforting, Caring, Community! Read more and register here!
What: Join this anonymous phone-in support group for LGBTQ+ individuals who are unable to attend one of our in-person sessions. When: Fourth Wednesday of every month | 9:00 PM EST Where: Please fill out this form to receive the call-in number. If you have filled out this form before, you are already on a list to receive an email reminder with details […]
Come celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with your fav queer fam LGBTQ at the J and Moishe House Toronto followed by an optional shlep to the village to see some Jewish drag (https://www.facebook.com/events/528215351108250/). Please contact the organizers or email moishehousetoronto@gmail.com for the address. ACCESS INFO: Moishe House is located one block north of Davenport, […]
Gather with the Eshel community for a sweet and casual Chanukkah party on the 5th night! LGBTQ+ Orthodox, observant, and formerly Orthodox folks are welcome to join us for lighting at 6:45 PM, followed by some festive singing, snacking, and dreidel spinning. You are welcome to bring your friends/partners/allies, as well as a favourite game […]
Join Eshel Baltimore/DC for a Shabbat Lunch for LGBTQ identified individuals, family and allies at the home of one of our local Eshel participants. Please come, eat delicious food, and schmooze while sharing the spirit of Shabbat in an open, welcoming space. WHAT: Shabbat Lunch WHEN: December 28, 2019 WHERE: RSVP for location Please RSVP […]
Eshel DC/Baltimore will be hosting a Chanukah party on Sunday, December 29 from 11:00AM-1:00PM. LGBTQ identified, family, and allies are all welcome. We would be delighted if you brought your family with you, including children, who will be fed large quantities of sugar and sent home very happy. Please contact itta.englander@gmail.com to RSVP or inquire […]
What: Eshel Philly is hosting a Chanukah party on Sunday, December 29, 2019. When: 5:00-7:00 pm Open to LGBTQ+, family, and allies and expect latkes, donuts, and music! For questions or to RSVP, please write to Eliana at kereliana@aol.com
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 […]
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 […]
Event co-hosted by Eshel Montreal, JQueer, and Moishe House Montreal The last time we made an event with Eshel/JQueer was in May. How can that be? We know how much you all loved the event "Love is a terrible thing to Hate", well long story short. We're back baby! ...And our love is stronger and […]
We are excited to announce that Eshel will be featured in Soon by You! Come out and join the Premiere Screening & Celebration! Watch the Episode Q&A with the Cast After Party When purchasing tickets, just enter the discount code: Walden Get tickets here!
Eshel Toronto, with support of Moishe House without Walls RSVP here!
Women's New York Area Meetup on Zoom Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Sign up here for details.
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 […]
The Eshel Parent Meetup will gather Sunday, March 1st, at 7:30 p.m. in a private home. For details and the location, please contact Pat at pnharris115@gmail.com.
Join the Eshel community for a Mishloach Manos exchange and pre-Purim gathering! A light dinner and some sweet treats will be served! Costumes and Queer-Feminist Purim Torah very welcome :) Mishloach Manos Exchange: To participate in this exchange, please bring a gift of 2+ treats of $5-8 value*! RSVP: email - toronto@eshelonline.org *If money is […]
Save the Date: Sunday, March 15th at 4 pm in West Hollywood. More info coming soon!
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. Upcoming meetings include: Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only […]
This bi-weekly group for Toronto/Montreal LGBTQ+ folks from Orthodox communities generally meets over Zoom the second Monday of every month, and in-person in Toronto on the fourth Tuesday of the month. For notifications and sign-in information, please register below (You only need to register for this group one time.)
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 […]
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 […]
LA’s Orthodox and formerly Orthodox LGBTQ+ group is back for a late-night happy hour! When: Biweekly, starting on Tuesday, March 31st at 8:00 pm! Join us for an online gathering to connect and share in our own private virtual space. Anonymity will be honored so please don’t hesitate to reach out. The Zoom link will […]
Get in the mood for Pesach Weds. April 1 @ at 5 pm EASTERN: Doubt and Delight: The Seder as the Meeting of Curiosity and Gratitude With Rabbi Steve Greenberg. Register here.
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 […]
