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SUMMARY:Building Our Community Together: South Florida Shabbaton
DESCRIPTION:Join South Florida’s Eshel branch for a weekend of gathering\, laughter\, singing\, celebrating shabbat together\, and strengthening our community. We have a full weekend planned for LGBTQ+ individuals\, parents of LGBTQ+ people\, and their family members.  \nWe will enjoy meals together from Shabbat dinner through seudah shlishit\, with sessions to get to know each other and explore how we can strengthen our community and life as an Orthodox LGBTQ+ person or parent of an LGBTQ+ person. All our Friday and Saturday activities will be based out of a synagogue in Hollywood\, Florida. There will be an optional outing on Sunday at the Miami Book Fair. \nJoin us to meet new people and deepen your connections to your local Eshel community. \n\n\nRegister below.\n\nWho is this weekend for?\n\n\nThe Shabbaton is for the following groups that Eshel serves: LGBTQ+ Orthodox adults\, Orthodox parents of LGBTQ+ children\, and family members (e.g.\, grandparents of trans kids).  \nWhere will the Shabbaton be held?\nTemple Sinai of Hollywood Hills\, a Conservative synagogue that has hosted Eshel in the past\, generously opens their doors to us giving us our own space to daven\, meet\, and eat. TSHH has an elegant and delicious Glatt Kosher catering hall (Eden Caterers). \nWhen will it be held?\nNovember 20–21\, 2026 for Shabbat ending late Saturday evening\, with an extra and optional day on Sunday\, November 22 for an outing to the Miami Book Fair together!  \nWhat happens on Sunday?\nThere will be an optional outing to the Miami Book Fair on Sunday. If you register for this event in the form below you will receive free admission to the fair where we will hear LGBTQ+ and Jewish authors speak. \nWhere will people stay?\nLodging will not be provided but there are many Airbnbs close to TSHH. Look for Airbnbs near this address; 1400 N 46th Ave\, Hollywood\, FL 33021 \nWill this be confidential space?\nYes\, participants are all required to keep confidential what goes on during this weekend as well as who is at the weekend. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeatured presenters\n\n\nDavid Weitzman\, Southeast Community Mobilization Manager for Keshet\nDavid will discuss the political landscape and its impact on LGBTQ rights\, covering current trends\, and what is at stake for LGBTQ+ people in the election\, and updates on pro-LGBTQ candidates. David will discuss current trends and specific ballot initiatives in five different states\, including transgender participation in sports across 3-4 states and the defeat of anti-LGBTQ platforms at the school board level in Florida. \nDavid Weitzman is a community builder\, innovator\, and social justice educator. David has worked in the Miami Jewish community since 2019\, where he brings his passion for the Jewish Community and LGBTQ+ Justice and Equity together. In David’s role as Keshet’s Southeast Community Mobilization Manager\, he focuses on advocacy efforts in Florida\, North Carolina\, and Pennsylvania\, empowering communities to take action for LGBTQ+ rights. David lives in Miami with his husband Victor and their cat Guava. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRabbi Dvir Cahana\, Base Miami\nRabbi Dvir Cahana from the Base Miami and Rappers + Rabbis (where Jewish soul meets hip hop flow)\, will join us Motzei Shabbat for a Kumsitz on the beach. With his many talents\, Rabbi Dvir will lead us in song\, do some rap\, and share with us some of his wisdom in running Base Miami. \nRabbi Dvir Cahana has taught Torah\, led tefillah\, and built community in his hometown community of Montreal\, then New York City\, and now Miami. Dvir was a winner of the Jewish Week’s “36 Under 36” award for launching The Amen Institute\, an international space where professional artists and rabbis unite to inspire each other in the creation of Torah-art. Himself a hip hop and rap artist\, Dvir is the rabbinic educator for the Jewish rap collective Rappers and Rabbis. Under his guidance\, the group has made a Hip Hop Haggadah and The MC-DUR\, performed in front of thousands of teens nationwide. Dvir’s 15 studio albums show a love of Yiddishkeit and wordplay. \nHe received his rabbinic ordination from Yeshivat Chovevei Torah in 2024 and holds a master’s in Jewish studies from McGill University. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMiryam Kabakov\, Eshel\nMiryam is the Executive Director and founder of Eshel\, a national organization that supports LGBTQ+ Orthodox individuals and their families. Prior to being a leader at Eshel\, Miryam was the New York and later the National Program Director of AVODAH: The Jewish Service Corps. \nMiryam received her MSW from the Wurzweiler School of Social Work and subsequently studied informal Jewish education from The Institute for Informal Jewish Education at Brandeis University.  She is the editor of Keep Your Wives Away From Them: Orthodox Women\, Unorthodox Desires (North Atlantic Books\, May 2010)\, a collection of writings about the challenges and joys of LBT Orthodox Jews and winner of the Golden Crown Literary Award. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSteve Greenberg\, Eshel\nSteve Greenberg is an Orthodox rabbi\, educator\, writer and speaker who has led the call for LGBTQ inclusion in the Orthodox world. He is the author of the award winning book\, Wrestling with God and Men: Homosexuality in the Jewish Tradition\, (University of Wisconsin Press) for which he won the Koret Jewish Book Award for Philosophy and Thought in 2005. Rabbi Greenberg is the Director of Education at Eshel\, an Orthodox LGBT community support\, education and advocacy organization. \n 
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/building-our-community-together-south-florida-shabbaton/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261123T210000
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SUMMARY:Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nWhen: Fourth Monday of each month\, 9:00 PM EST – 8:00 PM CST – 6:00 PM PST \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nQuestions? Contact Us
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-of-trans-gender-nonconforming-children-support-group/2026-11-23/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261124T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2026-11-24/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261125T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000266-1795608000-1795611600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2026-11-25/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
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UID:10000006-1796158800-1796163300@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2026-12-01/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000267-1796212800-1796216400@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2026-12-02/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T200000
DTSTAMP:20261104T175210Z
CREATED:20261104T175017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T175210Z
UID:10000709-1796670000-1796673600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group \nHas your spouse come out to you? This support group is for anyone in the Orthodox community whose husband or wife has come out as gay\, lesbian\, or transgender\, whether you are married\, separated\, or divorced. This group is a confidential and supportive space to process difficult emotions\, connect with others in similar situations\, navigate co-parenting under these new circumstances\, and learn how to move forward with resilience. \nWhen: First Monday each month\, 7:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm PT \nWhere: Zoom – register to receive the link
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/straight-spouses-of-lgbtq-partners-support-group/2026-12-07/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261207T220000
DTSTAMP:20261110T193912Z
CREATED:20261110T193912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261110T193912Z
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SUMMARY:Annual LGBTQ+ Chanukah Chagiga 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Eshel and our partners for the Annual LGBTQ+ Chanukah Chagiga!  \nCelebrate Night Four of the Festival of Lights with the LGBTQ+ Jewish community of NYC! \nEnjoy a dairy dinner–complete with latkes\, sufganiyot\, and chocolate gelt\, a wine bar\, and DJ! We will eat\, drink\, dance\, and have a special candle lighting ceremony. Let’s ignite the night together!  \nDate: December 7\, 2026  \nTime: 7-10pm (volunteer shifts begin at 5:30pm) \nThe JCC facilities are elevator and ramp accessible. If you have additional access needs or questions\, Contact Us. \nGeneral Admission Price – $36 ($40 at-the-door) \nEarly Bird Ticket (ends Nov. 20) – $25 \nStudent Ticket – $18 \nA limited number of comped tickets will be offered to volunteers. To learn more about volunteer opportunities and expectations\, please Contact Us.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/chanukah26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
UID:10000007-1796763600-1796768100@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2026-12-08/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000268-1796817600-1796821200@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2026-12-09/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T153024Z
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSecond Monday of the month \n8:00 pm ET\, 7:00 pm CT\, 6:00 pm MT\, 5:00 pm PT \nRegister below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each month.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/lgbtq-support-group/2026-12-14/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261215T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2026-12-15/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261216T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000269-1797422400-1797426000@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2026-12-16/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261217T223000
DTSTAMP:20261104T164338Z
CREATED:20261104T164300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164338Z
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SUMMARY:Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen: Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of every month at 9 pm EST – 6 pm PST. \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nThis group is confidential: all attendees are required to adhere to the privacy of its members. \nAbout the Group Coordinator \nThis Eshel Meetup is led by Joshua Avishur\, a transgender Orthodox Jew who enjoys connecting with people and embracing the beauty in all individuals. Joshua is a Masters-in-Social-Work student with experience in mentoring LGBTQ+ folk and developing and leading therapy groups for children and individual counseling with at-risk youth. Joshua is also a transgender panel moderator and panelist.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/orthodox-people-of-trans-experience-support-group/2026-12-17/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261222T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2026-12-22/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261223T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261223T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000270-1798027200-1798030800@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2026-12-23/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261228T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261228T220000
DTSTAMP:20261104T174650Z
CREATED:20261104T174650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T174650Z
UID:10000649-1798491600-1798495200@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nWhen: Fourth Monday of each month\, 9:00 PM EST – 8:00 PM CST – 6:00 PM PST \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nQuestions? Contact Us
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-of-trans-gender-nonconforming-children-support-group/2026-12-28/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261229T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261229T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
UID:10000010-1798578000-1798582500@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2026-12-29/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261230T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261230T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000271-1798632000-1798635600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2026-12-30/
CATEGORIES:support group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T200000
DTSTAMP:20261104T175210Z
CREATED:20261104T175017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T175210Z
UID:10000710-1799089200-1799092800@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Straight Spouses of LGBTQ+ Partners Support Group \nHas your spouse come out to you? This support group is for anyone in the Orthodox community whose husband or wife has come out as gay\, lesbian\, or transgender\, whether you are married\, separated\, or divorced. This group is a confidential and supportive space to process difficult emotions\, connect with others in similar situations\, navigate co-parenting under these new circumstances\, and learn how to move forward with resilience. \nWhen: First Monday each month\, 7:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm CT / 4:00 pm PT \nWhere: Zoom – register to receive the link
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/straight-spouses-of-lgbtq-partners-support-group/2027-01-04/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270105T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270105T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
UID:10000011-1799182800-1799187300@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2027-01-05/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270106T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000272-1799236800-1799240400@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2027-01-06/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270111T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270111T210000
DTSTAMP:20261104T153024Z
CREATED:20261104T152755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T153024Z
UID:10000526-1799697600-1799701200@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSecond Monday of the month \n8:00 pm ET\, 7:00 pm CT\, 6:00 pm MT\, 5:00 pm PT \nRegister below for Zoom link and to receive notifications each month.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/lgbtq-support-group/2027-01-11/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270112T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
UID:10000012-1799787600-1799792100@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2027-01-12/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270113T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000273-1799841600-1799845200@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2027-01-13/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270119T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270119T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
UID:10000013-1800392400-1800396900@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2027-01-19/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270120T130000
DTSTAMP:20261103T171150Z
CREATED:20261103T171150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171150Z
UID:10000274-1800446400-1800450000@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in-support-group/2027-01-20/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T223000
DTSTAMP:20261104T164338Z
CREATED:20261104T164300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T164338Z
UID:10000588-1800565200-1800570600@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen: Meetings will be held on the third Thursday of every month at 9 pm EST – 6 pm PST. \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nThis group is confidential: all attendees are required to adhere to the privacy of its members. \nAbout the Group Coordinator \nThis Eshel Meetup is led by Joshua Avishur\, a transgender Orthodox Jew who enjoys connecting with people and embracing the beauty in all individuals. Joshua is a Masters-in-Social-Work student with experience in mentoring LGBTQ+ folk and developing and leading therapy groups for children and individual counseling with at-risk youth. Joshua is also a transgender panel moderator and panelist.
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/orthodox-people-of-trans-experience-support-group/2027-01-21/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270125T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270125T220000
DTSTAMP:20261104T174650Z
CREATED:20261104T174650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261104T174650Z
UID:10000650-1800910800-1800914400@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\n\nWhen: Fourth Monday of each month\, 9:00 PM EST – 8:00 PM CST – 6:00 PM PST \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nQuestions? Contact Us
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-of-trans-gender-nonconforming-children-support-group/2027-01-25/
CATEGORIES:support group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T210000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T221500
DTSTAMP:20261103T171236Z
CREATED:20261103T170508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261103T171236Z
UID:10000014-1800997200-1801001700@www.eshelonline.org
SUMMARY:Women’s LBTQ+ Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom \nWhat: Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities. \nWhen: Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 9:00 PM ET | 8:00 PM CT | 6:00PM PT \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/womens-lbtq-support-group/2027-01-26/
CATEGORIES:support group
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