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!
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
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)
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 [email protected] or 617.524.9227.
Sunday, September 21, 2008, 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Club Café, 209 Columbus Avenue, South End, Boston 02116
What happens when we demystify one of Judaism’s most ancient rituals - mikveh? Join us as we dive into texts about the transforming power of water and then tour Boston’s own inclusive and internationally recognized mikveh and education center, Mayyim Hayyim. Rabbi Lev Ba'esh, noted scholar and teacher, and Lisa Berman, director of Mayyim Hayyim’s education center, will lead this text study.
Details:
Wednesday, September 17, 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Mayyim Hayyim
Say it with us: “Ommmm.” Center yourself with this morning of rejuvenation in the great outdoors. Gabi Kotliar of Keshet’s Community Events Committee will lead a short hike to a picturesque location and then Daniel Max of Max Sense of Self will lead us through some core yoga poses. All levels of yoga experience and fitness are welcome.
Details:
Sunday, September 14, 10:30 am
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 [email protected] or 617.524.9227.
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!
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 [email protected] or 617.524.9227 for location.
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
"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: [email protected] or 617.524.9227.
By now, everyone's heard that Governor Patrick's daughter is a n out and proud lesbian. Good (or planned?) timing with the Boston Pride festivities this weekend. There's a full article on Towleroad, one of my favorite bloggers out there.
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)
What activities are there around the greater Boston area or Cambridge, Somerville, Brookline et al to organize a queer gay lesbian bi transgender community center in New England?... like in New York http://www.gaycenter.org/ or http://www.lgbtcenters.org/
see also
Connecticut
http://www.ctpridecenter.org/
http://www.ctgay.org/
Rhode Island
http://www.youthprideri.org
Are you looking for like-minded progressives to skate with in Boston? Want to cross-promote your events and campaigns on wheels? Are you new to the area and looking for groups to get involved in? Are you psyched about building strong cross-issue coalitions while boogying to old school hits?
Join Socializing for Justice for Roller Skating for Justice at Chez Vous on Thursday, April 5th
8PM to midnight, ALL AGES, EIGHT BUCKS.
No program. No speaker.
Just strap on your free rental skates and enjoy yourself.
Are you looking for like-minded progressives to dance with in Boston? Want to cross-promote your events and campaigns in a tropic environment? Are you new to the area and looking for groups to get involved in? Are you psyched about building strong cross-issue coalitions while banishing those winter blues?
Women Outdoors, Inc.
55 Talbot Avenue
Medford, MA 02155
www.women-outdoors.org
Email: [email protected], [email protected]
PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Aug. 24, 2006
To: Press
Contact: Lisa Vaas, 617-477-9779
Women Outdoors is coming (back!) to the Greater Boston Region
Women Outdoors, a non-profit organization dedicated to promote wilderness activities and competency in the out-of-doors, is excited to announce the re-establishment of a chapter in the Greater Boston area. Founded in 1980, Women Outdoors provides women with a structure for a national network of women who work and play in the outdoors, and encourages women to develop an integrated, environmentally conscious lifestyle and to support policies that preserve the earth’s natural resources and promote a strong environmental ethic.
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