This coming weekend will mark the eighth year that Beth Chayim Chadishim, the world’s oldest queer synagogue, will have a special Shabbat service to commemorate Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Transgender Day of Remembrance is held all over the world on November 20th to commemorate the lives of those lost to bigotry and anti-transgender violence, with related events happening throughout the month of November. “The Transgender Day of Remembrance serves several purposes. It raises public awareness of hate crimes against transgender people, …[and] publicly mourns and honors the lives of our brothers and sisters who might otherwise be forgotten. Through the vigil, we express love and respect for our people… [and] gives our allies a chance to step forward with us and stand in vigil…” – Gwendolyn Ann Smith, ” target=”_blank”>here.
After Shul Special: Coyote Grace information:
Friday, November 16, 9pm.
Beth Chayim Chadashim
6000 Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90035
Don’t miss this private concert, sponsored by the 20s/30s Havurah, featuring COYOTE GRACE in honor of Transgender Day of Remembrance.
At once radically progressive and unashamedly nostalgic, ” target=”_blank”>event page on Facebook. Please invite your friends. EVERYONE IS WELCOME!
Watch a music video by Coyote Grace “>www.kalilcohen.com
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