BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Eshel Online - ECPv6.0.0.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.eshelonline.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Eshel Online REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251012T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20250911T163631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T144303Z UID:163381-1760295600-1760306400@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Community Sukkot Party DESCRIPTION:Join Us for the annual LGBTQ Community Sukkot Party! \nOn Sukkot\, it is traditional to celebrate the holiday with a Simchat Beit Hashoevah\, a joyous gathering commemorating the holiday’s Temple service. Come experience this celebration with a special LGBTQ+ Jewish twist at JCC’s rooftop Sukkah\, featuring breathtaking views of the NYC skyline\, an open bar\, Israeli cuisine\, snacks\, and plenty of laughs with friends old and new. \nThis event is open to the entire 21+ LGBTQIA+ community\, along with family and allies. \nThe JCC facilities are elevator and ramp accessible. If you have additional access needs or questions\, email info@eshelonline.org. \nGeneral Admission Price – $36Student Ticket – $18 \nA limited number of comped tickets will be offered to volunteers. To learn more about volunteer opportunities and expectations\, please contact info@eshelonline.org. \nWe are completely sold out!  URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/lgbtq-community-sukkot-party-25/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Sukkot-Party-2025-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T223000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20201104T174130Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240904T162618Z UID:153648-1760648400-1760653800@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:Orthodox+* People of Trans Experience Support Group DESCRIPTION:Welcome to Eshel’s Meetup!\nWhat: 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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to a Newsletter URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/a-support-group-for-orthodox-people-of-trans-experience/2025-10-16/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/Eshel-Support-groups-and-meetups-15.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20250930T202809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T015557Z UID:163865-1760986800-1760994000@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:NYC - Cider and Schmooze DESCRIPTION:Make mar Cheshvan mar no more! Join us for some post-Tishrei rest and relaxation after this busy holiday season. Decompress with the assistance of apple cider\, donuts\, and other fall-themed treats and transition out the High Holidays and Sukkot with friends old and new! This event is free to attend. \nWhere: Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan \nWhen: Monday October 20 7pm \nWho: LGBTQ+ people ages 21+ (alcohol will be served) \nWe are full! See you at our next event. URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/cider-and-schmooze/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20230926T162921Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T153834Z UID:154345-1760990400-1760994000@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. \n  \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-2-2024-01-01-2025-10-13/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Eshel-Support-groups-and-meetups.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T200000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T213000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20200219T143836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T001746Z UID:153669-1760990400-1760995800@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen: The third Monday of each month from 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm. \nWhere: For notifications and sign-in information\, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.) \nFor more information or questions\, please contact us at southflorida@eshelonline.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to a Newsletter URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/south-florida-meetup/2025-10-20/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Eshel-Support-groups-and-meetups-12.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20250926T130917Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T130921Z UID:163840-1761071400-1761076800@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:DC | Striving to Belong DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis event is offered both in person and virtually. For the virtual event\, click here. \n \n Sign Up! URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/dc-striving-to-belong/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Striving-to-Belong-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T214500 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20200218T173239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T192525Z UID:163431-1761078600-1761083100@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 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm \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-lgbtq-support-group-2025-09-11/2025-10-21/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Eshel-Support-groups-and-meetups-14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143855 CREATED:20200518T143444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T192620Z UID:153672-1761134400-1761138000@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group DESCRIPTION:Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze\, chat\, ask questions\, and hear topics of interest! \nFor notifications and sign-in information\, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to a Newsletter URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in/2025-10-22/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Parents-Drop-In-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T133000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143856 CREATED:20220412T230234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T174645Z UID:159222-1761222600-1761226200@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:Israel Parent Meetup DESCRIPTION:Join Eshel’s local chapter in Israel for parents of LGBTQ+ children. \nThis group will provide support and build community in an intimate\, confidential setting in English. This group meets in person most months\, with a Zoom meeting once per quarter. \nRegister below for monthly reminders\, links\, and location details. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n Sign up for our other newsletters URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/israel-meetup-2025-10-23/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T175000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143856 CREATED:20251003T192205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T155538Z UID:163888-1761328200-1761339600@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:October Oneg Shabbat Dinner featuring Or Chayim Minyan DESCRIPTION:Join Eshel and Or Chayim for October Oneg Shabbat Dinner\, our upcoming Shabbat Dinner on the Upper West Side! Enjoy a warm Shabbat and a festive evening with LGBTQ+ community. Davening is free and open to everyone\, and dinner is 21+. \n📆 Friday\, October 24 \n⏰ 5:50 pm Davening with Or Chayim | 6:45 pm Kiddush | 7:30 pm Community Dinner \n📍 Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan 334 Amsterdam Ave at\, W 76th St \nRegistration closes Friday morning\, 12:01am. After this time\, late registrations will be charged $50/ticket. URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/october-oneg-shabbat-dinner/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T210000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T220000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143856 CREATED:20200212T210217Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241212T230219Z UID:153740-1761598800-1761602400@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\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? Email info@eshelonline.org \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to a Newsletter URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-of-transgender-and-gender-non-conforming-children-3/2025-10-27/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Eshel-Support-groups-and-meetups-16.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T203000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T214500 DTSTAMP:20260423T143856 CREATED:20200218T173239Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T192526Z UID:163432-1761683400-1761687900@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 8:30 pm – 9:45 pm \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-lgbtq-support-group-2025-09-11/2025-10-28/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Eshel-Support-groups-and-meetups-14.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T143856 CREATED:20200518T143444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T192620Z UID:153746-1761739200-1761742800@www.eshelonline.org SUMMARY:Parents Drop-In Support Group DESCRIPTION:Drop-in every Wednesday to shmooze\, chat\, ask questions\, and hear topics of interest! \nFor notifications and sign-in information\, please fill out the form below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe to a Newsletter URL:https://www.eshelonline.org/event/parents-drop-in/2025-10-29/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.eshelonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Parents-Drop-In-1.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR