GLBT

It gets better, almost entire Massachusetts congressional delegation says

adamg — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 21:40:47 +0000

Can you guess who's missing? Huffington Post explains.

Application deadline extended for Keshet's Training Institute for Jewish Educators

Keshet18 — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 15:31:13 +0000

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

Apply online!

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

How to design and facilitate workshops on diversity and GLBT inclusion for faculty, staff, youth, and parents in Jewish educational institutions;

How to combat homophobia and other forms of bias in Jewish youth culture;

February 27, 2009: February Shabbat Potluck

Keshet18 — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:02:45 +0000

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.

March 5, 2009: Purim Costume Making with Keshet

Keshet18 — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:01:58 +0000

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.

March 6, 2009: GLBT Shabbat with guest speaker attorney Ben Klein of GLAD

Keshet18 — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 16:00:58 +0000

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.

Family Bowling with the Keshet Parents' Group

Keshet18 — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:50:45 +0000

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.

March 27, 2009: Keshet's March Shabbat Potluck

Keshet18 — Mon, 23 Feb 2009 15:48:28 +0000

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!

Tea Tasting with Keshet

Keshet18 — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:26:36 +0000

Join Keshet for a cozy evening of taste-bud enlightenment as we learn all there is to know about tea. (Or at least all that you need to know to impress your friends.)

Details:
Saturday, January 31, 7:30-9:30 pm
Cafénation, 380 Washington St., Brighton, MA, 02135
Cost is $5.

RSVP by Thursday, January 29 to Elyssa at elyssa@keshetonline.org or 617-524-9227.

Shabbat Dinner with Keshet - 1/20 is the last day to RSVP!

Keshet18 — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 15:21:38 +0000

Queer Shabbat is back! Bring a favorite vegetarian dish to share and join other Keshet members for a relaxed Friday night meal.

Details:
Friday, January 23, 7:00-9:00 pm
At a Keshet member's home, Brookline, MA, 02445

RSVP by Tuesday, January 20 for address to Elyssa at or 617-524-9227.

Keshet works for the full inclusion of GLBT Jews in Jewish life. [http://www.keshetonline.org]

An Act of Faith: Communities of Faith Speak Out for Transgender Equality

Keshet18 — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:23:13 +0000

January 21, 2009: An Act of Faith

Massachusetts Communities of Faith Speak Out for Transgender Equality

Keshet and The Interfaith Coalition for Transgender Equality invite you to help kick off a faith-based campaign in support of a civil rights bill for transgender equality.

Join with clergy, lay leaders, and community members from many faiths and spiritual traditions to celebrate our work and learn how you can take action and help pass a bill that will make Massachusetts a more just state for everyone.

January 21, 2009
7:00 - 9:00 pm

Singing for Our World - Tuesday, January 6 at Temple Sinai of Brookline

Keshet18 — Fri, 02 Jan 2009 18:07:57 +0000

January 6, 2009: Singing for Our World

How have social justice themes made their way into Jewish music? With Cantor Rosalie Toubes of Temple Sinai as our guide, we will look at how composers use text and music to share their message. A not-to-be-missed evening with one of Boston’s most talented cantors!

Details:
Tuesday, January 6, 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
Temple Sinai, 50 Sewall Avenue, Brookline, MA, 02446

RSVP by Wednesday, January 5 to Elyssa at or 617-524-9227.

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

Keshet18 — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:27:50 +0000

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 18:24:07 +0000

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

The Femme Show's Second Annual Boston-Area Appearance

MelLarsen — Sun, 14 Sep 2008 19:01:47 +0000

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

September 7, 2008: GLBT Interfaith Relationships

Keshet18 — Wed, 03 Sep 2008 13:43:02 +0000

Have you ever wanted a space to meet and discuss the issues surrounding GLBT interfaith relationships? Join Keshet members for an afternoon of conversation and light lunch followed by a walk in Moose Hill Wildlife Sanctuary in Sharon.

Details:
Sunday, September 7, 1:00 pm
At the home of a Keshet Member
Sharon, MA 02067

RSVP for address by Thursday, September 4th to Orly at or 617.524.9227.

Keshet works for the full inclusion of GLBT Jews in Jewish life. [http://www.keshetonline.org]