Join this new anonymous support group for Orthodox+ straight spouses/ex-spouses of LGBTQ people. When: Third Wednesday of Every Month. Wednesday, April 18, 2018 | 9:00 PM EST Please complete 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 […]
As LGBTQA+ frum Jews, formerly-Orthodox LGBTQ+ Jews, and allies, we are constantly trying to find our place in our communities. We often find that we are too Queer for the frum communities and too religious for the LGBTQA+ communities. Where do we fit? How can we find communities that meet our needs? Come join the […]
See Disobedience with other Eshelites ~~~ Thursday, May 3rd Pizza @ Saba's @6 pm Movie @ Cinema 123 @8 pm Buy tickets here. The details: When: Thursday night, May 3rd Pizza @ Saba's 6 pm, movie at Cinema 123 @8 pm 6:00 PM at Saba's: Eshel meet-up at Saba's for a free […]
Join Baltimore/DC Eshel for an afternoon of food and good company at our Lag B'Omer Family Picnic on Sunday, May 6th from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. The location will be sent upon RSVP and is at a park in the Columbia, MD area. RSVP by emailing: baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org This event is co-hosted with JQ Baltimore
What: Please join the Metropolitan Community Church of Toronto, Kulanu and CIJA for a conversation about faith and pride, and to hear the story of Abby Stein. Following the keynote speech by Abby, there will be a multi-faith panel discussion moderated by Jeff Rock, Senior Pastor of the MCCT. When: Thursday, May 10 from 7:30- 9:30 PM […]
What: Join Eshel Baltimore/DC for a movie night! Look for Miryam Kabakov wearing some Eshel swag in front of the theater at 9:45 pm General admission: $12.50 or buy tickets in advance online for $13.50 This event is open to allies, so feel free to invite family and friends! Please keep in mind that this is an […]
What: Join Eshel Chicago for a movie night! Tickets are $15.50 per adult. Bring cash or a check to the theater and give it to Isabel Singer, who will be wearing a "We're Here, We're Queer" T-shirt. This event is open to allies, so feel free to invite family and friends! Please keep in mind that […]
What: Spring is in the air and Pride month is approaching. Come and hang out with Eshel as we shmooze, snack, share, and reflect. When: Monday, May 14th from 7:00-9:00 PM Where: Location TBD, RSVP to toronto@eshelonline.org to receive the address
What: Join Eshel Philly for a movie night! This event is open to allies, so feel free to invite family and friends! Please keep in mind that this is an R rated film and includes sex scenes. Where: Ritz Five 214 Walnut St. Philadelphia Pennsylvania When: Tuesday, May 15 from 7:00-9:30 PM Regular price tickets are $10.25; student […]
What: Join us for the annual GLYDSA Shavuos LGBT picnic in Central Park Bring some kosher snacks and beverages if you like. Paper goods will be supplied. Casual Dress When: Sunday, May 20 from 3:30-7:00 PM. Just show up! Everyone welcome Where: Sheep Meadow, Central Park, under the tree on the Northwest corner of Sheep Meadow […]
What: Eshel Chicago is having a parents meet-up, for socializing and support. Light refreshments will be served When: Sunday, June 3 at 12:30-2:30 PM Where: Private home in Northbrook. Please RSVP to chicago@eshelonline.org to get the location. Questions? Email chicago@eshelonline.org
What: Join the LGBTQ + Families + Allies Jewish Community Group! Come out and celebrate Israel with JQY, Eshel, and A Wider Bridge! When: Sunday, June 3rd at 1:00 PM Where: 1pm at 52nd St, between 5th and 6th ave. Section 11W Registration is required and can be found here: https://goo.gl/forms/CZwg4opOsFybtZhh1 Rainbow bagels and new t-shirts will be available on […]
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 […]
What: Pride weekend isn't just about marching and dancing; it's also about family and recognizing LGBTQ+ people in all cultures. The annual Pride Shabbat Dinner is a unique event celebrating our Jewish communities with an optional Shabbat service lead by Rabbi Aviva Goldberg and Cantor Paula Wolfson from Shir Libeynu. The service will be followed by […]
What: Join Eshel Queens for a picnic! When: Sunday, June 10th Details to be announced Questions? Contact us at info@eshelonline.org with any additional questions.
What: Look for Eshel at the Greater Chicago Jewish Festival! Come by and say hello and pick up some Eshel SWAG. Help spread the word about Eshel Chicago. Want more info? Contact: chicago@eshelonline.org When: Sunday, June 10th from 11:00 AM- 6:00 PM Where: Cook County Forest Preserve Oakton St., west of Lehigh
What: Join Eshel and J-Pride as we do the "Hora Down Hennepin" for the 13th year in a row as we march at Twin Cities Pride! After the march, join us for bagels and schmear at the J-Pride booth in Loring Park. Where: Meet up with us on 34th Street between Marquette Ave and 2nd […]
Join LGBTQ and ally Jewish teens, families, and community members from around NYC, New Jersey, Westchester County, and Long Island as we come together to celebrate Pride! The event will begin with a Pride brunch at WeWork Times Square (1460 Broadway, New York, NY 10036) from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.We will then enjoy watching the march from […]
For traditional Jewish parents of LGBT+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. 6:30-8:30pm. Please email info@eshelonline.org or baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org to rsvp and for location information. People are welcome to stay longer to schmooze until 9:00pm if they so chose. Please fill out this […]
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 […]
What: For traditional Jewish parents of LGBT+ people who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and/or wish to connect with other parents like themselves. When: The last Wednesday of every month, at 7:00-8:30pm. Where: Please email baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org to rsvp and for location information.Please fill out this contact form: https://goo.gl/forms/5plNov2sxEjqr3WI3 People are welcome […]
Join Eshel Twin Cities to watch "The Cakemaker" Allies welcome! Where: Edina Cinema 3911 West 50th St, at France, Edina, MN, 55424 When: Thursday, July 26th at 7:15 pm Look for Eshel's Miryam Kabakov (wearing Eshel swag) in the lobby ten minutes before the show. Come and get free Eshel SWAG and hear about the […]
What: Join Eshel Chicago to discuss the #EshelPledge and learn more about how you can help make Orthodox high schools more welcoming to LGBTQ students. We will have video equipment ready so that you can make your own pledge video! Open to LGBTQ and allies! Where: RSVP here to receive the address When: Sunday, July 29 from […]
What: Philadelphia Trans Health Conference Eshel Shabbos Dinner When: 7:30 PM Kiddush + Food; 5:30 PM Drinks and children's dinner. Seltzer, beer, and kosher wine welcome! Where: email info@eshelonline.org to RSVP and receive the location. Dinner is hosted in a private home - 1.5 mile 30-minute walk from conference or short drive. Kashrut is Pas Yisrael/Chalav Stam. Dinner will be veggie-dairy with […]
What: Eshel Chicago is having a parents meet-up, for socializing and support. Light refreshments will be served When: Sunday, August 5 at 11:30-1:30 PM Where: Private home in Northbrook. Please RSVP to chicago@eshelonline.org to get the location. Questions? Email chicago@eshelonline.org