Keshet's Training Institute for Jewish Educators
May 31 - June 3, 2009
Pearlstone Retreat Center, MD

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Join this national gathering of educators, clergy, youth professionals and community leaders to learn:

Need a break from the stress of (looking for) work, the economy, and everyday life? Looking for something to do that is fun, cheap, and progressive?

We're heading to the Garment District for Thrifting for Justice on Thursday, March 12 at 6pm!

Seeing as the Keshet office is in an old brewery building, it's about time we had a beer tasting event! Join us for an evening of fine brews as our beer expert imparts some hoppy knowledge.

Details:
Sunday, April 19, 7:10-8:30 pm
Keshet member's home, South Boston, MA
Cost: $15

RSVP for contact info by Tuesday, April 14 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

Ahhh, Sunday -- the time for sleeping in, reading newspapers, and having some delicious brunch. Join the 20s and 30s crowd for a lazy morning of pancakes, fruit, and good company.

Details:
Sunday, April 5, 10:30 am - 1:00 pm
Keshet member's home, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Cost: $5

RSVP for contact info by Thursday, April 2 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

Keshet's Shabbat potluck was such a success that we're making it a regular event. Join us the last Friday of every month for a relaxed Shabbat meal. Bring a favorite vegetarian dish to share. All ages welcome!

Details:
Friday, February 27, 7 - 9 pm
Keshet member's home, Jamaica Plain

RSVP for location by Thursday, February 26 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

It’s time for everyone’s favorite Jewish drag holiday - PURIM! Embrace your inner fashion designer and create a fabulous costume. (Then join us at the Gragger Purim Party on March 21 to show off your new costume!)

Details:
Thursday, March 5, 7 - 9 pm
Workmen’s Circle, 1762 Beacon St., Brookline, MA

RSVP by March 4 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

Join us at Temple Ohabei Shalom for a special GLBT Shabbat with Ben Klein, a senior attorney at GLAD and the lead counsel in the case that brought marriage equality to Connecticut. Ben will share his thoughts about the legal road ahead for GLBT rights. Grab a snack and schmooze at the oneg following services.

Details:
Friday, March 6, 7:30 pm
Temple Ohabei Shalom, 1187 Beacon St., Brookline, MA

RSVP by March 4 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

Bring the kids - or just act like one - and help us kick-off our new Keshet Parents' Group. Whether your specialty is strikes or gutter balls, you've gotta love those funny-looking shoes.

Details:
Sunday, March 22, 2-4 pm
Lanes and Games, 195 Concord Tpke. (Route 2 E), Cambridge, MA
Cost: $4.75 game (per person), $3.00 shoe rental

RSVP by March 19 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

Keshet's Shabbat potluck was such a success that we're making it a regular event. Join Keshet the last Friday of every month for a relaxed Shabbat meal. Bring a favorite vegetarian dish to share. All ages welcome!

Want to host a dinner? Contact Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org to reserve a date.

RSVP by March 26 to Elyssa.
Check http://www.keshetonline.org in March for location and time!

8 pm - 11pm
Temple Israel, Levi Auditorium
477 Longwood Avenue, Boston, MA

Reserve your tux, polish your dancing shoes, and join us for a star-studded evening of music, theater, and a fabulous auction (including gems such as an African Safari and a signed collection of Tony Kushner’s works)! This year we will honor Jewish GLBT activists Kate Bornstein and Enid Shapiro. Last year’s event sold out, so get your tickets early.

Purchase tickets online at http://keshetcabaret2009.eventbrite.com.