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  • Sabbath Queen Screening & Discussion

    Siskel Film Center 164 N. State St, Chicago

    In honor of Pride, join us for a screening of Sabbath Queen, an award-winning documentary about Lab/Shul’s Rabbi Amichai Lau-Lavie! The June 21st screening will feature a Q&A with Rabbi Amichai, Director Sandi Simcha Dubowski, and Mishkan’s own Rabbis Lizzi and Steven. Please note that this program is run by the Siskel Film Center and […]

  • Pride Happy Hour at KOVAL

    KOVAL Tasting Room 4241 N Ravenswood Ave, Chicago, Illinois

    We saw you from across the spectrum of sexuality and gender identity, and we really like your vibe — can we buy you a drink? Join Rabbi Steven and other Queer Mishkanites at KOVAL before our Pride Shabbat service for a bev on Mishkan. Afterwards we'll head over to outdoor services at NorthCenter Town Square […]

  • Pride Shabbat

    Northcenter Town Square 4100 N Damen Ave, Chicago, IL, United States

    It wouldn’t be Pride Month without Mishkan’s annual Pride Shabbat. Meet us at Northcenter Town Square on Friday, June 27th at 6:30 pm where we will have a temporary tattoo and glitter station to get into the Pride spirit, and then stay for ice cream and snacks catered by Schmaltz & Vinegar. All are welcome! […]

  • First Homosexuals Exhibit — Private Mishkan Tour

    Wrightwood 659 659 W Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL

    Join us for an exclusive tour with the curator for the First Homosexuals exhibit at Wrightwood 659. This exhibit is completely sold out for even its extended run, so this is a very unique opportunity we're excited to provide! The tour will delve into the history of homosexuality, or "The Birth of a New Identity, […]

  • Queer Youth Group

    Queer Youth Group
    Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

    Our Queer Youth Group is an affinity space for tweens and teens to explore the intersection of their Jewish and Queer identities while building community through fun events and activities. Register

  • Queer Sukkah Happy Hour

    BASE Andersonville

    Join The Anna and Fred Doppelt Base Andersonville, Repair the World Chicago, Keshet, Temple Sholom, and Mishkan Chicago in the Base ANVL Sukkah Sunday, October 12 from 3-5pm for happy hour! We will have heavy snacks and both alcoholic and non-alcoholic bevs. This event is 21+. Please bring donations of new or gently used clothing, […]

  • Zokherim: We Remember—Trans Day of Remembrance Communal Gathering

    Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 N. Broadway, Chicago, IL

    Join the Chicago Jewish community for Zokherim: We Remember—Trans Day of Remembrance Communal Gathering. This evening of workshops, study, and prayer will feature teachers and community members hosted by Hebrew Seminary and Anshe Emet Synagogue in partnership with Keshet LGBTQ, JUF YLD Pride, Makom Shalom Mitziut, Mishkan Chicago, No Shame on U, SHALVA, Silverstein BASE […]

  • Queer Hanukkah Hang

    Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

    Join us for a Hanukkah hang as we gather with other LGBTQ+ Jews and loved ones to light the hanukkiah. There will be a latke bar, snacks, refreshments, and plenty of time to schmooze. BYOM (bring your own menorah) if you’d like to help us light up the night! Register

  • Queer Youth Group

    Queer Youth Group
    Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

    Our Queer Youth Group is an affinity space for tweens and teens to explore the intersection of their Jewish and Queer identities while building community through fun events and activities. Register

  • Small Groups: MishQueers Havdalah Potluck March 2026

    Builder Home in Edgewater

    Join this month’s queer Havdalah potluck hosted by Builder Cassie Angley. This multi-generational vegetarian event is super open to existing friends, strangers, singles, partners, gender-weirdos, outside-the-box queers, and any other LGBTQ+ Jew who just loves sharing a meal. Cassie will be providing a main dish, but bring something to share! Register

  • Small Groups: MishQueers Potluck

    MishQueers Potluck
    Builder Home in Uptown

    Join this month’s queer shabbat potluck hosted by Builder Rodrigo Diaz in Uptown. This multi-generational event is super open to existing friends, strangers, singles, partners, gender-weirdos, outside-the-box queers, and any other LGBTQ+ Jew who just loves sharing a meal. Register

  • Queer Youth Group

    Queer Youth Group
    Mishkan Chicago HQ 4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101, Chicago, IL

    Our Queer Youth Group is an affinity space for tweens and teens to explore the intersection of their Jewish and Queer identities while building community through fun events and activities. Register