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Boston to host Gay Games in 2014?

adamg — Tue, 11 Nov 2008 09:28:28 -0500

We're one of four finalists, along with Cleveland, Miami and Washington (more on the Gay Games).

Keshet Singles Events Committee Meets

Keshet18 — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:34:47 -0500

Have an idea for a cool GLBT Jewish singles event? Join the newly formed Singles Events Committee and make your ideas a reality. The committee will meet about once every six weeks. Fun folks, free snacks, and who knows - maybe you’ll meet someone yourself!

Details:
Monday, November 24, 7:00-9:00 pm
Diesel Café
257 Elm Street, Somerville, MA

RSVP or questions to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617.524.9227.

Keshet's BIG Hanukkah Party!

Keshet18 — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:29:06 -0500

It’s what you’ve waited for all year — our grand afternoon of fried food, dreidels, and sing-alongs. Bring your whole family, your significant other, your menorah, and your spirit of revelry! It’s food and fun for all.

Details:
Sunday, December 21, 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Temple Ohabei Shalom, 1187 Beacon St., Brookline, MA

RSVP by Thursday, December 17 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617.524.9227.

One night, two Keshet events! 20s/30s and 35+ Game Night

Keshet18 — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:27:50 -0500

20s/30s GAME NIGHT
Are you a closeted word-nerd, sketch artist, or money-hungry banker? Join the 20 and 30-something crowd for a night of fun with Scrabble, Pictionary, Monopoly, and other classics. Monopoly, and other classics. Feel free to bring your favorite game! Snacks and drinks will be served.

Details:
Saturday, December 6, 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
At the home of a Keshet member, Somerville, MA

Citizen Nawi at the Boston Jewish Film Festival

Keshet18 — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 13:24:07 -0500

This award-winning Israeli film documents the tumultuous life and struggles of charismatic gay activist Ezra Nawi. An Iraqi Jew living in Jerusalem, Ezra illegally shelters his long-time Palestinian partner and tries to protect Palestinian farmers and villagers from Israeli settlers and military bulldozers. Meet up for coffee at Panera before the film.

Screening cosponsored by Keshet.

Details:
Wednesday, November 12
Coffee at 7 pm, film at 8:15 pm

Transtastic Halloween Ball -- Mass Transgender Political Coalition Fundraiser

MelLarsen — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 08:50:18 -0400

Transtastic Halloween Ball

Fundraiser for Mass Transgender Political Coalition
Sat, November 1, 2008
8 pm - 12 mid
At the Community Church of Boston, 565 Boylston St, Copley Square, Boston, close to subway

Dancing with the legendary DJ D'hana of Chubrub productions, spooky performances, snacks, beer/wine cash bar, plus plenty of Halloween tricks and treats. 21+ and costumes encouraged. There will also be a changing area for those who may need it.

With performance from Systyr Act!

Despite the sign, all not welcome at downtown church

adamg — Tue, 23 Sep 2008 13:48:31 -0400

Scott Pomfret, author of Since My Last Confession: A Gay Catholic Memoir, reports he is no longer welcome as a volunteer at St. Anthony's Shrine in Downtown Crossing, despite eight years of service, because of the publicity surrounding his book. Also, the shrine has disbanded its GLBT Spirituality Group:

... Wednesday, Sept. 17, I went to the Shrine for the regularly scheduled meeting of the GLBT Spirituality Group, which met every third Wednesday of the month. As soon as I entered the Shrine's lobby, I knew something was amiss. Our little paper rainbow flags that point the way to the meeting room were absent.

When I got to the meeting room, the door was half-closed. A sign taped to the door indicated that the Lay Ministry Training Committee was meeting. The Committee trains new lectors and Eucharistic ministers. I have been an important member of this group for five years. Yet I was given no notice of the meeting. I instantly realized I had been deliberately excluded. ...

Via Sam Baltrusis.

The Femme Show's Second Annual Boston-Area Appearance

MelLarsen — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 15:01:47 -0400

October 10 and 11, 8:00 PM

Cambridge Family YMCA Theatre, 820 Mass Ave in Central Square
Tickets: $11 in advance, $12 at the door

Keshet 20s/30s Exotic Drinks

Keshet18 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:53:04 -0400

Have you ever wondered what a “Monkey Cocotini,” a “Naughty O’Pear,” or a “Hibiscus Swizzle” was? Join other 20- and 30-something GLBT Jews and allies as we explore the world of exotic mixed drinks and find out how to concoct some delectable beverages. (These may not be the beverages at the event - but don’t they sound tasty?)

Details:
Thursday, October 23, 7:30 pm
At the home of a Keshet member
South Boston, MA (Andrew Station on the Red Line T)

Extreme Sukkah Makeover with Keshet

Keshet18 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 09:51:46 -0400

Just in time for Sukkot! Keshet is making over sukkahs, Extreme Home Makeover style! Join us as we have our way with construction paper, fake fruit, and popcorn, and then see the reactions of the owners.

Details:
Sunday, October 19, 3:00 pm
Keshet Office (meet to walk to location)

RSVP by Thursday, October 16th to Orly at orly@keshetonline.org or 617.524.9227.