#EshelPledge NY Alumni Party
2019-01-08 12:30 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Are you an alumni of a yeshiva day school living in the NY area? Do you believe Orthodox high schools should be environments where LGBTQ students can thrive?
Join Eshel for an evening of conversation and connection, and learn about how you can get involved in the #EshelPledge campaign!
Dinner will be provided.
Please RSVP here for headcount and the address. All LGBTQ folks and allies are welcome.
If you have any questions, please email alyssa@eshelonline.org.
Learn more about the Eshel Pledge.
Sign the petition!

Baltimore/DC Parent Meeting
2018-12-26 14:00 - 15:30
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.
7:00-8:30pm. Please email info@eshelonline.org or baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org to rsvp and for location information.

Please fill out this contact form: https://goo.gl/forms/5plNov2sxEjqr3WI3. 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

Co-sponsored by

New meeting: Eshel Miami!
2018-12-23 14:30 - 16:30
Looking Backward / Moving Forward

What: Help kick off Eshel’s South Florida chapter with a visit from Eshel Founding Director, Rabbi Steve Greenberg, who will offer a romp into queer Jewish history with a few wild texts, and a discussion of their relationship to the work Eshel is doing. We will discuss what our future could look like as LGBTQ+ Ortho+ Jews!

Kosher, light dinner will be served

When: December 23rd, 7:30-9:30

Where: Address supplied when you RSVP here (location: Wilton Manors)

Parents Meet Up in Chicago
2018-12-16 10:00 - 11:30
What: A confidential support group for observant / orthodox Jewish parents of LGBTQ+ individuals who may be struggling with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity and / or wish to connect with other parents like themselves.
When: Sunday, December 16th, 3:00-4:30 pm

Where: Please RSVP to chicago@eshelonline.org to get the location.Questions? Email chicago@eshelonline.org

*NEW* Kew Gardens Hill
2018-12-12 03:00 - 12:00
What: Join the new Eshel Kew Gardens Hill group. This group is a private gathering for people who identify as LGBTQ and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious, or formerly Orthodox. The group is confidential and anyone who attends agrees to keep confidentiality.
When: Sunday, December 16, 2018 7:30PM
Where: Kew Gardens, NY. Please email Eliana@eshelonline.org to receive the address and time.
Questions? Email Eliana@eshelonline.org

Baltimore/DC Chanukah Party
2018-12-09 10:30 - 12:30
What: Join us for an afternoon of warmth, music, light and doughnuts! Open to all LGBTQ+ members of the community including family members and allies.
Where: To receive the address RSVP to Chana at itta.englander@gmail.com.
When: Sunday, December 9 from 3:30-5:30 PM
Questions? Email Chana at itta.englander@gmail.com.

Eshel Philly Chanukah Party
2018-12-05 14:00 - 15:30

Parent Retreat
2018-11-16 11:00 - 2018-11-18 08:00
Join us at the Sixth annual Eshel Parent Retreat at the Pearlstone Conference & Retreat Center with Special Guest: Rabbi Shlomo Riskin.
When is the Parent Retreat: November 16-18, 2018
Where is the Parent Retreat: The Pearlstone Conference & Retreat Center in MD
What will happen at this weekend? We will create a comfortable place to share. Sessions will address having an LGBTQ child in Orthodox families and the communities of which we are a part.
What does the cost of the retreat include? The price of the retreat is all-inclusive and covers the full program, 6 meals, and snacks, and range from $175 to $650.

More Information
Register Here

Rabbi Riskin’s contributions to Israel and world Jewry over the course of the past five decades have been instrumental in shaping today’s Modern Orthodox society. Noted teacher, author and visionary, Rabbi Riskin originally hails from Brooklyn NY. Rabbi Riskin graduated valedictorian, summa cum laude from Yeshiva University in 1960, where he majored in Greek, Latin and English literatures. He went on to receive semicha (rabbinical ordination) from the eminent Rabbi Joseph B. Soloveitchik, z”l, a Master’s Degree in Jewish History and a Ph.D from New York University’s department of Near Eastern Languages and Literature. As the founding rabbi of the Lincoln Square Synagogue in Manhattan, Rabbi Riskin created a focal point for an exciting approach to Orthodoxy, attracting many young intellectuals and professionals. He served as a role model for religious social action through his involvement in civil rights and the plight of Soviet Jewry, and he developed into a major spokesperson for Modern Orthodoxy by pioneering the first women’s Advanced Talmud Study program and the first synagogue service conducted for women by women in the early 70’s. Yet, in 1983, Rabbi Riskin left his thriving career in Manhattan to pioneer the settlement of Efrat, south of Jerusalem; the city now numbers just over 10,000 people and is considered the most thriving, vibrant and desirable bedroom community of Jerusalem. Upon arrival in Israel, Rabbi Riskin founded a boys’ High School in Efrat, the first in what would eventually become Ohr Torah Stone (OTS): a network of groundbreaking educational institutions, women’s empowerment programs, innovative leadership training, bridge-building outreach initiatives, and proactive social action projects that today encompasses 3,000 students from Israel and the Diaspora, ranging from elementary school to post-graduate programs for men and women. Despite the scope of ages, programs and geographical locales, OTS institutions are all united in espousing the vision and philosophy of their founder: a deep love for Israel, tolerance of one’s fellow man, knowledge and pride in Judaism, and high level secular studies. The Ohr Torah Stone network is training a knowledgeable, caring and relevant leadership for the future. Rabbi Riskin is the author of eleven books and monographs chronicling and analyzing topical issues. His syndicated weekly columns appear in newspapers throughout the world, and his parshat hashavua (portion of the week) article is emailed weekly to over 3,000 subscribers. Rabbi Riskin and his wife, Vicky live in Efrat, surrounded by their children and grandchildren.

An Evening with Zehorit Sorek
2018-11-11 13:00 - 15:00
What: Join Eshel in New York for an evening with Candidate and Chairperson of the LGBTQ in the “Yesh Atid” party Zehorit Sorek.
When: Sunday, November 11 at 6:00 PM
RSVP to sheridan@awiderbridge.org

Co-sponsored by Eshel, A Wider Bridge, and the Stanton Street Shul

Baltimore/DC Parent Meeting
2018-10-31 15:00 - 16:30
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.
7:00-8:30pm. Please email info@eshelonline.org or baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org to rsvp and for location information.

Please fill out this contact form: https://goo.gl/forms/5plNov2sxEjqr3WI3. 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

*NEW* Eshel Kew Gardens
2018-10-29 15:30 - 17:00
What: Join the new Eshel Kew Gardens group. This group is a private gathering for people who identify as LGBTQ and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious, or formerly Orthodox. The group is confidential and anyone who attends agrees to keep confidentiality.
When: Monday, October 29, 2018 7:30-9:00 PM
Where: Kew Gardens, NY. Please fill out this contact form to receive the address and time. 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

Parents Meet Up in Chicago
2018-10-28 11:00 - 12:30
What: Eshel Chicago is having a parents meet-up, for socializing and support. Light refreshments will be served
When: Sunday, October 28 at 3:00-4:30 PM
Where: Private home in Northbrook. Please RSVP to chicago@eshelonline.org to get the location.
Questions? Email chicago@eshelonline.org

A Living Room Conversation with Rabbi Mike Moskowitz
2018-10-27 16:00 - 18:00
Please RSVP by filling out this form to receive the address or emailing us at toronto@eshelonline.org.

JQ international and Eshel LA Event
2018-10-21 08:30 - 10:30
What: These monthly gatherings of individuals from diverse Orthodox communities will offer a safe social space and support for community members seeking them.
Where: RSVP here to receive the address.
When: Sunday, October 21st from 12:30-2:30 PM

Eshel Chicago Meetup
2018-10-14 13:00 - 15:00
WHAT: A 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 struggle with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
WHEN: Sunday, October 14 | 5:00- 7:00 PM
WHERE: TBA
Participants asked to adhere to strict confidentiality.
For further details about the group and other Chicago events, please fill out this contact form.

WELCOMING SHULS SHABBAT: LES Shabbaton
2018-10-12 12:00 - 2018-10-13 17:00
WELCOMING SHULS SHABBAT: Shuls, schools, teens and parents
REGISTER HERE!
What do they have in store for our LGBTQ youth?

What: Join us for a Shabbat with Sixth Street Community Synagogue

Where:Sixth Street Community Synagogue
When: October 12-13, Parshat Noach

Join Eshel for an inspirational Welcoming Shuls Shabbat with the Sixth Street Community Synagogue on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. This Shabbaton will bring together Orthodox and traditional LGBT Jews of all kinds from the New York area to an event aimed to create a community of support, learning, growth and leadership.The Shabbaton will include three Shabbat meals together, sessions, davening, and song. We cannot guarantee housing, but will do our best to accommodate those who need a place to stay.We are committed to making our LES event accessible to all; let us know if there is any reason you cannot attend. Write to us at info@eshelonline.org.
If you are a full time student, we have a special student rate.
Need financial aid? Inquire at info@eshelonline.org.

Eshel LA Pride Sukkah Brunch
2018-09-30 07:00 - 09:00
What: Eat, drink, shmooze, and catch some Sukkah shade with fellow LGBTQ peeps!
When: Sunday, September 30 at 11:00 AM
Where: Please RSVP by email to get location.
Questions? Email LosAngeles@eshelonline.org
For more information, visit our website

Toronto Meet-up
2018-09-27 15:30 - 17:00
What: A group for all who identify as LGBT and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious, formerly Orthodox, parents, and allies.
Join this newly formed Eshel group.

When: Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 7:45 PM
Where: Please reply to toronto@eshelonline.org to receive the address.
For more details visit our website.

Eshel at Philly OutFest 2018
2018-09-23 04:00 - 13:00
What: Join Eshel at Philadelphia OutFest 2018! Eshel will have a table at the street festival in the Philadelphia Gayborhood. It is the single largest LGBT event in Philadelphia, and is the largest National Coming Out Day event in the world! OutFest is taking place on Sunday October 7th, the first weekend after Sukkos. We still need volunteers to help staff the table! Please contact Eliana Cotter ASAP if you’re able to help, or just stop by and say hi!
Where: Gayborhood (1200 Locust Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
When: Sunday, October 7 from 12:00-6:00 PM

Eshel LA Community Group
2018-09-16 08:30 - 10:30
What: A monthly safe space in LA for socializing and support. Sponsored by Eshel and JQI
Where: RSVP here to receive the address
When: Sunday, September 16th from 12:30-2:30 PM

Baltimore/DC Parent Meeting
2018-08-29 15:00 - 16:30, 2018-07-25 15:00 - 16:30
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 to stay longer to schmooze until 9:00pm if they so chose.

Join Eshel for a Day On Fire Island
2018-08-12 04:00 - 19:30
Shlomo Ashkinazy and his husband Michael Gomillion have generously invited members of Eshel to join them on Sunday August 12, in Cherry Grove on Fire Island, where they will be spending the week in a lovely rented beach house.
Cherry Grove offers a variety of opportunities for fun activities to choose from including, beautiful beach, hotel pool, nature walks, extremely friendly community, and live a cabaret pool show at 3PM. There is also a live show at 6PM in The Hotel’s Ice Palace Cabaret/Disco for those who plan to stay later.
(the last Ferry from Cherry Grove to Sayville leaves at 11:30PM)
This invitation is limited to the first 30 people who register and is only open to people who are 21 years old or over.
Please register via email to Jacques Esses at jacques@eshelonline.org

EVENT INFORMATION:
The beach, the pool, the hotel, the disco, and Shlomo and Michael’s place are all within a 2 minute walk of each other. So, come with the expectation of an active day of fun, while taking advantage of having Shlomo and Michael’s place as a central meeting spot for resting up, washing up, bathroom spot, eating, and coordinating the day (and possible Mincha service) before, between, and after other activities.
We are also hoping to have a late Potluck lunch, so people are requested to bring along a food item to share that would be sufficient to serve 6 people. All food must be kosher and either dairy or pareve.
Don’t Forget to Bring:

Swim Suit
Towel
Beach Blanket
Sandals
Sunglasses
Sunscreen

Please note: Cherry Grove is a world famous, predominantly LGBT Community, with a reputation for skimpy attire and occasional nudity. Much of the entertainment includes off-color humor, and coarse language. This event is restricted to adults and is not recommended for people who may be embarrassed or offended by such material.
GETTING THERE:
Cherry Grove is located on Fire Island, and is accessible by Ferry from the Ferry Terminal in Sayville, Long Island.
Round Trip Ferry Fare is $18.00
Sayville Ferry Service
Travel to Sayville, Long Island via the Long Island Railroad from Penn Station:
(Mini-Buses transport passengers from the Sayville train depot directly to the Ferry Terminal, a few minutes away)
Long Island Railroad Schedule- Penn Station to Sayville:
https://lirr42.mta.info/index.php
Travel to Sayville, Long Island by car:
Sayville can also be reached by car via the Long Island Expressway or the Southern State Parkway.
Eshel will provide a link to a ride board for people looking for or offering rides. Cars are not allowed in Cherry Grove, so drivers will need to leave their cars in the Parking Lot at the Ferry Terminal and take the ferry (Parking is $10 per day).
Expect a minimum of 2 hours travel time from Manhattan.
If people are interested in carpooling, here is a link to sign up or join an existing carpool: https://www.groupcarpool.com/t/bngoea Please note that names on this link are not anonymous.

MAP OF CHERRY GROVE

*the house address will be shared a few days prior to the event, with those who have registered.

Parents Meet Up in Chicago
2018-08-05 07:00 - 09:30
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

Philadelphia Trans Health Conference Eshel Shabbos Dinner
2018-08-03 15:30
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 vegan and gluten free options. Please email with any allergies or other food limitations and we can accommodate.

Eshel Chicago Pledge Party
2018-07-29 14:00 - 16:00
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 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Catered Kosher dinner will be provided.

Eshel Twin Cities at the Movies!
2018-07-26 15:00 | edina cinema, 3911 50th St W, Edina, MN, 55424, United States
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 Pledge Project and how to get involved.
Purchase tickets through the Box Office
RSVP to let us know to look for you: info@eshelonline.org

Baltimore/DC LGBTQ Meet Up
2018-07-08 19:00 - 20:30
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 struggle with their child’s sexual orientation or gender identity.
WHEN: Meetings are usually on the first Sunday of the month from 7-9 pm.
WHERE: We meet in Columbia, MD, located conveniently near both Baltimore and DC.
>> For further details about the group and other Baltimore/DC events, please fill out this contact form.
Refreshments and conversation.
Participants asked to adhere to strict confidentiality.

Co-sponsored with JQ Baltimore

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Baltimore/DC Parent Meeting
2018-06-27 15:00 - 16:30 | Unnamed Venue, Baltimore
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 contact form: https://goo.gl/forms/5plNov2sxEjqr3WI3

Jew York Pride
2018-06-24 07:00 - 13:00
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 a designated viewpoint (TBA in advance of the event), and at 3:00 p.m., regroup on 17th Street, between 7th-8th Avenues (Section 7, Group 25), to line up and march as the Jew York Pride delegation.
Register to march today! Please be advised that Heritage of Pride has capped the number of marchers for each delegation, and participants will be required to wear an official wristband for entry to the march route. Jew York Pride will receive 150 wristbands, which we will distribute upon registration at the brunch (one per march registrant). You must register in advance and pick up your wristband at the brunch in order to secure a spot in the march.
Schedule:
11:00 am – 1:00 pm: Kick off the morning us for our community-wide Pride Brunch at WeWork Times Square (1460 Broadway, entrance on West 41st Street).
1:00 am – 2:30 pm: Join us for a viewing station as we watch the March before heading downtown to march ourselves! Location TBA in advance of June 24.
3:00 pm – 5:30 pm: We’ll regroup in Chelsea for the Pride March — take a look at the new march route here! Join together with the entire LGBTQ community as we March to celebrate how far we’ve come, and look forward to the future!
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This event is hosted by Keshet, Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan, JQY, and co-sponsored by Ansche Chesed, Beth El Synagogue Center, Eshel, Footsteps, METNY USY, and the Sephardic-Mizrahi Q Network with generous support from UJA-Federation of New York.
