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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!

Iconic Art for Justice!

Socializing4Justice — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 19:27:10 +0000

Sparkle: A New Year's Eve Dance! A Benefit for MTPC

MelLarsen — Sat, 13 Dec 2008 17:50:28 +0000

Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Sparkle: A New Year's Eve Dance!
A Benefit for MTPC

At the Midway Cafe, 3496 Washington Street, Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
Doors open at 9 pm - 21+

Dancing! Cash Bar, light refreshments, and noisemakers
Ring in your New Year with MTPC!

Dance the night away with our DJs - Tre Andre and Gunner: "Two Tranny Boys with Ipods," Kit Yan of Good Asian Drivers will be playing host for the evening and other community celebs will be stopping by through out the night, plus other surprises

Transtastic Halloween Ball -- Mass Transgender Political Coalition Fundraiser

MelLarsen — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:50:18 +0000

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!

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

Feminism & Dessert

CNW — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 16:26:23 +0000

Diversity Speaks On Love, Friendship, and Family: A Discussion On Interracial Relationships Within The Queer Community

What could be better than smart talk, swell people and sweet food?

Feminism & Dessert, the first Tuesday of every month, is our monthly series of engagingly informal talks about subjects that impact our daily lives. Join us while we chat about interracial relationships in the queer community. Feel free to bring your dinner, but dessert's on us!

Co-sponsored by QWOC+ Boston

Keshet Color War!

Keshet18 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:36:07 +0000

Don't worry if you were always picked last in gym class - this afternoon of field games is Keshet-style. From fashion design relay races and gay Jewish trivia to a "Name That Folk Song" challenge and colorful game of capture-the-flag, the Keshet Color War has something for every type of athlete. This is one event you won't want to miss!

Details:
Sunday, August 24, 1:00-6:30 pm
Check back here for a full schedule of events and location!

Keshet 20s/30s Pajama Brunch

Keshet18 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:35:05 +0000

Ease into Sunday with a lazy morning of food, friends, and mimosas, along with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender Jews and allies. Extra points for wearing your bunny slippers.

Details:
Sunday, August 3, 11:00 am
At the home of a Keshet member, Jamaica Plain, MA

RSVP by Wednesday, July 30 to Orly at orly@keshetonline.org or 617.524.9227 for location.

Keshet Women's Basketball

Keshet18 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:33:51 +0000

Our May practice was rained out! Come join the women of Keshet for a noncompetitive morning of shooting hoops, brushing up on skills, or just getting back in shape. See old friends and meet new people!

Details:
Sunday, July 20, 10:00 am
John F. Kennedy School Field
5 Cherry Street, Somerville, MA 02144

Shakespeare Under the Stars with Keshet

Keshet18 — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 14:32:25 +0000

"All the world's a stage..." including the Boston Common. Bring your own picnic and enjoy a beautiful summer evening as a group from Keshet takes in a performance of the gender-bending As You Like It by the Commonwealth Shakespeare Company.

Details:
Wednesday, July 23, 8:00 pm
Meet at 7:00 pm. (Show begins at 8:00.)
Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common 02116

RSVP by July 22 for contact phone number to Orly: orly@keshetonline.org or 617.524.9227.

HEARTBREAKERS BALL: A Queer Valentine's Day Party

qwocboston — Sat, 02 Feb 2008 23:50:00 +0000

HEARTBREAKERS BALL: A Queer Valentine's Day Party hosted by qwoc+ boston and madfemmepride

For singles looking for a midnight kiss, for couples looking to get off the couch, for the new-to-boston LADEEZ and ready-to-rock BOIS and GRRRRLS, throw on something HOT/COOL/SEXY/SULTRY/FLIRTY/FRESH and join Queer Women of Color and MadFemmePride on Valentine's day!

Thursday, Feb 14
SAINT Nightclub
8:30PM-11:00 FREE SOCIAL 11PM-2AM 21+, $5 Dance Party
Give us a shout and let us know you're coming: RSVP HERE (for free entry till midnight)