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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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: 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: 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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!!
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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! […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
When: *Second Monday of the month, 8 pm Eastern time What: We will convene a phone call for parents of transgender and gender non-conforming children. Where: Over the phone. Take a moment to fill out this form to let us know about your interests, and to receive the call-in number. 8 pm EST/ 7 pm […]
2017 Twin Cities Pride Festival on June 25, 2017 March wearing Eshel's t-shirts (free): Orthodox Ally We're Here We're Queer We're Machmir Stay tuned for more details!
Join the Eshel community for a family-friendly picnic at Guilford Park! Bring parents, kids, friends... everyone welcome! Please bring a dairy or vegetarian dish to share at our potluck, and any sports equipment you like. Frisbees, softballs, etc. Whether you are a longstanding member of the community or new to the area, we look forward […]