Eshel Online

Phone-In LGBTQ+ Support Group
2019-12-19 21:00 - 22:00, 2020-04-01 20:00 - 22:00 (America/New_York)
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: Please fill out 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 about this group. There is no need to fill this out more than once.
Questions? Email info@eshelonline.org
For more information visit our website.

Candles and Nosh - Eshel Toronto
2019-12-22 17:00 - 20:00
Come celebrate the first night of Hanukkah with your fav queer fam LGBTQ at the J and Moishe House Toronto followed by an optional shlep to the village to see some Jewish drag (https://www.facebook.com/events/528215351108250/).
Please contact the organizers or email moishehousetoronto@gmail.com for the address.
ACCESS INFO: Moishe House is located one block north of Davenport, on Oakwood Ave. It is a 5-minute walk from the #63 bus stop or a 10-minute walk from the St Clair streetcar. There is parking on the west side of Oakwood or on the side streets just north of Davenport. There are 16 stairs from street level to the front of our home, and then 7 more steps to get to the door. Alternatively, we have a back entrance that can be accessed down the driveway just north of us. In the back, there are 7 steps up to our back door. This event will take place upstairs in the living room. We have no pets. Our home is not kosher, however, we always have kosher and vegan options. Please contact moishehousetoronto@gmail.com if you have any access-related questions.

Festival of Lights - Eshel Toronto
2019-12-26 18:30 - 21:30
Gather with the Eshel community for a sweet and casual Chanukkah party on the 5th night!
LGBTQ+ Orthodox, observant, and formerly Orthodox folks are welcome to join us for lighting at 6:45 PM, followed by some festive singing, snacking, and dreidel spinning. You are welcome to bring your friends/partners/allies, as well as a favourite game or song to share!
This will be a Kosher, sober, all-ages event.
Pay what you can/donations appreciated; no one turned away for lack of funds!
Access info: The event is held in a private apartment, with elevator access. Please be in touch with us if you have any specific accessibility needs.
For more information and to RSVP, contact Mira at toronto@eshelonline.org or miragoldstein613@gmail.com.

Baltimore Shabbat Lunch
2019-12-28 12:30 - 15:30
Join Eshel Baltimore/DC for a Shabbat Lunch for LGBTQ identified individuals, family and allies at the home of one of our local Eshel participants. Please come, eat delicious food, and schmooze while sharing the spirit of Shabbat in an open, welcoming space.
WHAT: Shabbat Lunch
WHEN: December 28, 2019
WHERE: RSVP for location
Please RSVP by December 22 and tell us how many people we can expect and whether you have any food allergies.
Contact leahmarks18@yahoo.com for any questions and to RSVP

Eshel Baltimore/DC Chanukah Party
2019-12-29 11:00 - 13:00
Eshel DC/Baltimore will be hosting a Chanukah party on Sunday, December 29 from 11:00AM-1:00PM. LGBTQ identified, family, and allies are all welcome. We would be delighted if you brought your family with you, including children, who will be fed large quantities of sugar and sent home very happy.
Please contact itta.englander@gmail.com to RSVP or inquire about details.
Hope to see you there.

Eshel Philly Chanukah Party
2019-12-29 17:00 - 19:00
What: Eshel Philly is hosting a Chanukah party on Sunday, December 29, 2019.
When: 5:00-7:00 pm
Open to LGBTQ+, family, and allies and expect latkes, donuts, and music!
For questions or to RSVP, please write to Eliana at kereliana@aol.com

Baltimore/D.C. Meet Up for LGBTQ+ and Parents
2020-01-08 19:00 - 21:00, 2020-03-26 20:00 - 21:00, 2020-04-01 19:00 - 21:00
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 private gathering for LGBTQ+ individuals who are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox and for traditional Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ 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: Meetings are usually held on the first Wednesday of every month, 7:00-9:00 pm.
Where: Please fill out this form to RSVP and for location information.

Phone-In Orthodox Parent Support Group
2020-01-08 21:00 - 22:00, 2020-04-01 21:00 - 22:00 | Phone In: Nation Wide
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 CT/ 9 PM ET on the first Wednesday of each month.
To get more information and the call-in number, fill out this form. If you have questions, write to info@eshelonline.org.
Confidentiality: Everyone is asked to keep what they hear in the group completely confidential. Participants should feel free to use a pseudonym.

MohoMTL & Eshel/JQUEER Reunion Tour
2020-01-26 13:00 - 16:00
Event co-hosted by Eshel Montreal, JQueer, and Moishe House Montreal
The last time we made an event with Eshel/JQueer was in May. How can that be? We know how much you all loved the event “Love is a terrible thing to Hate”, well long story short. We’re back baby! …And our love is stronger and better than ever before. We’re taking it to the next ESCHELON. We’re JQueer and Here and maybe we’ll drink beer, with a guest appearance from Dvir? (Is he back?) We put the QUE– in QUEbec. So does that make us QUEERbec? We don’t know, but maybe you do? Come hang out with us on January 19th from 1-4 to decipher what all of this means.
Free tickets are available here.

Tu B'Shevat in LA
2020-02-02 16:00 - 18:00

Soon by You Premiere & Screening
2020-02-03 15:00 - 18:00
We are excited to announce that Eshel will be featured in Soon by You! Come out and join the Premiere Screening & Celebration!
Watch the Episode
Q&A with the Cast
After Party
When purchasing tickets, just enter the discount code: Walden
Get tickets here!

Funky Fruit Tu B'Shevat Seder
2020-02-09 19:30 - 22:00
Eshel Toronto, with support of Moishe House without Walls
RSVP here!

Brooklyn Women's Weekly Meetup
2020-02-18 20:00 - 21:30
Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom
Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities.
Meeting Weekly: Every Tuesday from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sign up here for details.

Parents of Trans & Gender Nonconforming Children Support Group
2020-02-24 21:00 - 22:00
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.

When: Fourth Monday of each month, 9:00 PM EST – 8:00 PM CST – 6:00 PM PST
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
Questions? Email info@eshelonline.org

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St. Louis Parent Meetup
2020-03-01 19:30 - 21:30
The Eshel Parent Meetup will gather Sunday, March 1st, at 7:30 p.m. in a private home.
For details and the location, please contact Pat at pnharris115@gmail.com.

Pre-Purim Eshel Party in Toronto
2020-03-08 17:00 - 20:00
Join the Eshel community for a Mishloach Manos exchange and pre-Purim gathering! A light dinner and some sweet treats will be served! Costumes and Queer-Feminist Purim Torah very welcome 🙂
Mishloach Manos Exchange: To participate in this exchange, please bring a gift of 2+ treats of $5-8 value*!
RSVP: email – toronto@eshelonline.org
*If money is a barrier, please contact us and we will be happy to help!
Access info: Please note that this will be an all-ages, alcohol-free event. The event is taking place in a Kosher-observant home, with a pet dog! It is a 5-minute walk from the TTC #160 and YRT #88 bus stop. There are 5 steps in the front and 2 steps into the back. Please let us know if you have any access or dietary needs.

Eshel Los Angeles - Cancelled
2020-03-15 16:00 - 20:00
Save the Date: Sunday, March 15th at 4 pm in West Hollywood. More info coming soon!

South Florida LGBTQ+ & Parents Meetup
2020-03-16 20:00 - 21:30
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.
When: The third Monday of each month from 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm.
Where: For notifications and sign-in information, please register below. (You only need to register for this group one time.)
For more information or questions, please contact us at southflorida@eshelonline.org.

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Eshel Toronto & Montreal LGBTQ+ Meetup
2020-03-23 19:00 - 21:00
This bi-weekly group for Toronto/Montreal LGBTQ+ folks from Orthodox communities generally meets over Zoom the second Monday of every month, and in-person in Toronto on the fourth Tuesday of the month.

For notifications and sign-in information, please register below (You only need to register for this group one time.)

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New York City Meetup
2020-03-30 19:30 - 21:00
Calling all adult members of the NYC 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.
WHAT: A confidential gathering for people who identify as LGBTQ+ and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox.
WHEN: Every other Monday | 7:30 – 9:00 PM
WHERE: Please RSVP by completing this form and we will email you the address.
Questions? Email new-york@eshelonline.org.
Participants are asked to adhere to strict confidentiality.

LA Orthodox Happy Hour with Eshel and JQ International
2020-03-31 20:00 - 22:00
LA’s Orthodox and formerly Orthodox LGBTQ+ group is back for a late-night happy hour!
When: Biweekly, starting on Tuesday, March 31st at 8:00 pm!
Join us for an online gathering to connect and share in our own private virtual space.
Anonymity will be honored so please don’t hesitate to reach out.
The Zoom link will be sent upon free RSVP at the link below – catch you online and BYOB!
www.JQinternational.org/events/laorthodoxhappyhour

Get in the mood for Pesach
2020-04-01 17:00 - 18:00
Get in the mood for Pesach
Weds. April 1 @ at 5 pm EASTERN:
Doubt and Delight: The Seder as the Meeting of Curiosity and Gratitude
With Rabbi Steve Greenberg. Register here.

Eshel Thursday Happy Hour!
2020-04-02 16:00 - 17:00
Join Us
Eshel’s Thursday Happy Hour

4 PM EST – 3 PM CST – 2 PM PST

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TBD

Guest Speaker TBD

Try Our
Eshel-tini
Ingredients:

Vodka
Grenadine
Champagne
Blue Curaçao
Orange Juice

How to:

First, mix a 3-to-1 ratio of orange juice and vodka, using mostly orange juice.
Pour a desired amount of grenadine down the side of your glass and let it sink to the bottom.
Mix some Champaign and at least 0.25 oz. of Blue Curaçao together. Use a spoon to slowly pour the champagne mixture on top of your OJ layer.

Parent community Kabbalat Shabbat-lite
2020-04-03 18:00 - 18:30
Fancy Hat Kabbalah Shabbat
What: Kabbalat Shabbat-lite and say Shabbat Shalom to each other.
When: Fridays at 6 pm ET (5 pm CT- 3 pm PT)
Bring your siddurim. Wear your fanciest hat, otherwise, come as you are.
Sign up for the Orthodox Parent Phone-in Support Group to register.

Women's New York Area Weekly Meetup
2020-04-06 19:30 - 21:00
Women’s New York Area Meetup on Zoom
Meet other individuals who identify as female and who are exploring their Orthodox LGBTQ+ identities.
Meeting Weekly: Every Wednesday from 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
Sign up here for details.

NYC LGBTQ Pre-Pesach Check-in
2020-04-07 19:00 - 19:30
What: Pre-Pesach check-in! Join us for a quick Zoom call just before Pesach. Chat for 5 minutes or longer, whatever fits your schedule.
When: Tuesday, April 7, 2020 | 7:00 pm
Sign up here for details.
