“Zokherim” We Remember | Trans Day of Remembrance

11/20/2024 06:45 PM - 08:45 PM CT

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In partnership with: Base, SketchPad, Mishkan Chicago, Makom Shalom Mitziut, Keshet LGBTQ+, JUF YLD Pride, Or Chadash, & Temple Sholom.

Supported by the JUF Young Adult RoundTable grant.

This evening of workshops, study, and prayer will feature teachers and community members.

6:30pm: Doors open

6:45pm: “Roses of Remembrance” Memorial service

7:50pm: Learning sessions:

"LGBTQ+ Jewish History Timeline Workshop," Jackie Maris

"A Space to Heal" (space for those who identify as trans or nonbinary), Cohen Kraus

"The Sefirotic Hokey Pokey," Rabbi Menachem Cohen & Ezra Kiers

"Here & Now: Trans Futurity & the Sacred Queerness of Time," Nathan Lamp

8:30pm: Closing gathering Light refreshments will be provided. Free event; registration required.