Baltimore | Lag B’omer BBQ Picnic

Join Eshel Baltimore for a BBQ picnic to celebrate Lag B'omer! This event is family-friendly and open to LGBTQ+ people, parents, and any other family members you'd like to bring. […]

Silver Spring Parent Meetup

Interested in connecting with other parents of LGBTQ+ children? Join us for an exploratory meeting in Silver Spring for parents in DC, Maryland, and Virginia. We'll gather and connect as […]

Israel | Re-learning Our Children Yom Iyun

Connect with other parents of LGBTQ+ children at a Yom Iyun devoted to learning and reflecting on our children's identities and experiences. Come away with new skills, and knowledge that […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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) […]

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 […]

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 […]

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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 […]

New York City Meetup

Join Eshel for a New York City meetup every month! Connect in person with other Orthodox LGBTQ+ people, make new friends, and try something new. Check back for specific details […]

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 […]

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. […]

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New York City Meetup

Join Eshel for a New York City meetup every month! Connect in person with other Orthodox LGBTQ+ people, make new friends, and try something new. Check back for specific details […]

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Eshel Brooklyn Women’s LBTQ+ Meetup

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 Tuesday from 8:30 […]

Recurring

Eshel Orthodox Parents Phone-in Support Group

Phone In: Nation Wide

What: 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 […]

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Eshel LGBTQ+ Phone-in Support Group

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: For notifications and sign-in […]