Eshel Online

Eshel LA Community Group
2018-09-16 08:30 - 10:30 (America/New_York)
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.

Twin Cities Pride
2018-06-23 - 2018-06-24
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 Ave.
The J-Pride booth (#P24) is located in Loring Park (1382 Willow St. Minneapolis)

When: Sunday, June 24th. Show up between 10:45-11:00 to march to march with us

Sign up here to march with Eshel in the Twin Cities Pride march with our partner J-Pride 2018
For more information, click here.

Greater Chicago Jewish Festival
2018-06-10 07:00 - 14:00
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

Eshel Queens Picnic
2018-06-10 04:00 - 13:00
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.

2018 Pride Shabbat Dinner
2018-06-08 14:00 - 18:00 | The 519, 519 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario, M4Y 2C9, Canada
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 a delicious catered vegetarian dinner.
When: June 8, 6:00-10:00 PM
Where: The 519
519 Church Street, Toronto, Ontario M4Y2C9
Cost: $18 Adult, $10 Student/Underemployed
Buy tickets here. Tickets will be on-sale until Sunday June 1. Unfortunately no tickets will be available at the door.

For more information, check out the facebook event
Co-sponsored by Pride Toronto, Kulanu Toronto, Shir Libeynu, CIJA, Eshel Toronto, Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre, Hillel Ontario, UJA, The 519, and the Downtown Jewish Council.

Phone-In Orthodox Parent Support Group - NATIONAL - 9 PM ET
2018-06-06 17:00
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.
If you are interested in participating and receiving the call-in number, or 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.

March with Eshel at the Israel Day Parade
2018-06-03 09:00 - 13:00
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 a first-come, first-serve basis, so come early! They taste great and look awesome!
Let’s show our strength in numbers and have a awesome time all together!
For more information, visit the facebook event page

Parents Meet Up in Chicago
2018-06-03 08:30 - 10:30
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

Annual Shavuos LGBT picnic in Central Park
2018-05-20 11:30 - 18:00
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 (See map)

Questions? Contact: glydsa.list@gmail.com

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Eshel Philly at the Movies!
2018-05-15 15:00 - 17:30
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 tickets for $8 and senior (62+) tickets for $7.25 are available with valid ID. Tickets are available online at www.landmarktheatres.com/philadelphia/ritz-five#showing.
Let us know you are coming by emailing us at philly@eshelonline.org
Here is author, Naomi Alderman’s message for the Eshel community, interviewed by Danielle Solzman at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Eshel Toronto Meetup
2018-05-14 15:00 - 17:00
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

Eshel Chicago at the Movies!
2018-05-13 15:00 | Arclight Chicago, 1500 North Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, IL
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 this is an R rated film and includes sex scenes.
Where: Arclight Chicago
1500 North Clybourn Avenue
When: Sunday, May 13 at 7:05 PM
If you want to make sure you can sit with the Eshel group, email chicago@eshelonline.org by 9:00pm Thursday, May 10th.
Here is author, Naomi Alderman’s message for the Eshel community, interviewed by Danielle Solzman at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Eshel Baltimore/DC at the Movies!
2018-05-12 18:00 | Landmark Theatres E Street Cinema, 11th Street Northwest, Washington, D.C.
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 R rated film and includes sex scenes.
Where: Landmark Theatres E Street Cinema
11th Street Northwest, Washington, DC
When: Saturday, May 12 at 10:10 PM
Let us know you are coming by emailing us at baltimore-dc@eshelonline.org
Here is author, Naomi Alderman’s message for the Eshel community, interviewed by Danielle Solzman at the Tribeca Film Festival.

Abby Stein: A Trans Woman's Journey out of the Hasidic World
2018-05-10 15:30 - 17:30 | MCC Toronto, 115 Simpson Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4K 1A1, Canada
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
Where: MCC Toronto
115 Simpson Ave, Toronto, Ontario M4K 1A1
Cost: admission is free but you must register here.

For more information, check out the facebook page

Lag B'Omer Family Picnic
2018-05-06 09:00 - 12:00
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

Eshel New York at the Movies!
2018-05-03 14:00 - 18:30
See Disobedience with other Eshelites
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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 cheese slice of pizza on Eshel (cholov yisroel, yes!). Look for Elaine Chapnik, Eshel board member who will be there to greet you.
Then, take a bus, subway or walk down to the theater.
8:00 pm at Cinema 123
If you can only make it to the theater:
7:30-7:50 Meet in theater lobby to pick up your tickets. Look for another Eshel-ite wearing Eshel SWAG who will give you your pre-paid ticket.
8:00 PM Screening at Cinema 1,2, &3
Locations:
Saba’s: 1217 Lexington Ave. – Between 82nd and 83rd St.
Cinema 1,2, &3: 1001 3rd Ave. @ 60th St. New York, NY, 10065
Tickets are $15
Includes free cheese slice of pizza at Saba’s before the film. Seating is reserved and tickets are at a discount if you get them through Eshel, and, wait for it, the seats recline!

Here is filmmaker, Naomi Alderman’s message for the Eshel community, interviewed by Danielle Solzman at the Tribeca Film Festival.
More about the theater:
The newly renovated Cinemas 1,2&3 first opened in 1962. Reclining seats and Coca Cola freestyle fountain are just some of the new features you will find in this cinema. Located just blocks from the 59th Street NQR and 456 trains, Cinema 1, 2 & 3 is as accessible as anything on the Upper East Side.

Meet Eshel's leaders in Chicago
2018-04-29 15:30 - 17:00 | Pullman Room at the Sheraton Grand Chicago, 301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL, 60611
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 co-directors of Eshel, Rabbi Steve Greenberg and Miryam Kabakov, to learn how Eshel is cultivating a community where we can be fully ourselves. Join us in co-creating our local Eshel community in Chicago.
We will meet on April 29 from 7:30-9:00pm at the Pullman Room at the Sheraton Grand Chicago
301 E North Water St, Chicago, IL 60611

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Straight Spouse Support Group
2018-04-18 17:00 - 18:00
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 about this group. There is no need to fill this out more than once. Contact us at info@eshelonline.org with any additional questions.
Participants are asked to adhere to strict confidentiality.
Please contact info@eshelonline.org if you have any questions.

Phone-In Orthodox Parent Support Group - NATIONAL
2018-04-11 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.
If you are interested in participating, please fill out the form below to receive the call-in number.
Quesitons? 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.

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New York City Meetup
2018-04-10 15:00 - 17:00
We’re back! 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 LGBT and are Orthodox, Ortho-curious or formerly Orthodox.
WHEN: First Tuesday of Every Month | 7:00 – 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.
