jBaby Chicago Classes

Come play with jBaby Chicago! From music to yoga to an expectant parent series, jBaby classes partner with local Jewish organizations to offer something unique for families.

JUF Young Families programming is enriched by the diversity of our participants. We know each family is unique and all are welcome. Please email us at youngfamilies@juf.org if you have any questions or if you require any accommodations to make our programming accessible and welcoming to your family.

Program Location

Build Your Village

Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM

Build your community with other new parents of babies as we sing, schmooze, and share the oys and joys of the first year of parenting. Build Your Village is led by Director of Early and Elementary Family Life Rachel Mylan. We will offer yummy snacks, but feel to bring your own nut-free favorites. The Build Your Village program is sponsored by a generous grant from jBaby Chicago and JUF.

This program will meet on 10/18, 11/1, 11/15, and 12/6. You only need to register once!

Location:
Mishkan Chicago
4001 N Ravenswood Ave #101
Chicago IL, 60613

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Kehillah Junior

Saturday, December 6, 2025 9:30 AM - Saturday, December 13, 2025 10:45 AM

Kehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart’s content. Then, the adults and tots will enter the Early Childhood Classroom to play, sing, socialize and craft. The classroom time will be run as a co-op model, where the adults can bring stories, songs or games if they wish, and enjoy the activity stations that will be set up ahead of time. Families will socialize and build connections during the session. Throughout the course, visitors, including JRC’s clergy, will share their unique talents, creating a rich and varied experience for all.

This class will meet November 1, 8, 15, December 6 & 13.

Location:
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation
303 Dodge Avenue
Evanston IL, 60202

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Baby & Me Yoga Class

Sunday, December 7, 2025 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Each class provides a calm and nurturing yoga practice filled with ways to enhance bonding and make babies happier and more comfortable in their bodies. During a Baby class, babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies, or held in loving arms. For parents, this class gives you time to enjoy the company of other parents, learn breathing, relaxation, and self-nurturing techniques while exercising and aiding your baby's emerging development and personality. No yoga experience is required. Yoga mats provided or bring one of your own.

Best for babies from birth to crawling.

Class will run on 9/21, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/15, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26.

Location:
Shir Hadash Synagogue
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling IL, 60090

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Baby & Me

Thursday, December 11, 2025 8:45 AM - Thursday, December 18, 2025 9:45 AM

Baby & Me: A Music-Centric Meet Up for Tots
Join other Jewish families for mornings filled with music, play, and connection. Designed for little ones ages 0–30 months, this warm and engaging program includes Jewish music and movement with Jamberry Music, challah braiding, sensory play, and delicious snacks with hot coffee and fresh pastries. Moms, dads, or caregivers welcome!

**No class on Nov 27**

Location:
Gan Montessori
2904 Old Glenview Road
Wilmette IL, 60091

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Baby Beginnings

Friday, December 12, 2025 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Friday, between 10/10/2025 - 12/12/2025)

Looking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us Friday mornings from 9:30am-11am at Anshe Emet! In partnership with jBaby, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more! Classes occur August-May and fill up fast! Sign up for one or all sessions. $12 a class per family – thanks to a generous jbaby grant!

Sign up for as many sessions as you like!

Location:
Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 N. Broadway Street
Chicago IL, 60613

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Shoresh Tot Time

Friday, December 12, 2025 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Second Friday of every month between 12/12/2025 - 1/9/2026)

Embrace Jewish time and ease into the evening with your little ones! Once a month during the school year, join us for a joyful Friday evening Tot Time at 4:30 PM with crafts, stories, and music. Come together with the entire Shoresh community for candle-lighting at 5:45 PM to add a beautiful moment to welcome Shabbat together. Sponsored by jBaby. Come for the whole year or when you can. Ages 4 and under with a caregiver.

Location:
KAM Isaiah Israel
5039 South Greenwood
Chicago IL, 60615

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Register Online

Challah Buddies

Friday, December 12, 2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

(Recurring Monthly on the Second Friday of every month between 12/12/2025 - 6/26/2026)

For young Jewish families and early bakers. Join this pre-Shabbat experience to make the flavors of Judaism a part of your Shabbat experience like Challah, Hamentaschen, Macaroons and more!. Build your community, cultivate your family's Jewish values and experiences, and bring the flavors of Judaism home.

This class meets on: 11/14, 12/12, 1/9, 3/13, 5/8, & 6/26. Sign up for one or several dates!

Location:
Temple Jeremiah
937 Happ Rd.
Northfield IL, 60093

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Torah Tots

Sunday, December 14, 2025 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

These vibrant sessions are designed for young children and their families, featuring crafts, playtime, songs, Havdalah, and child-friendly food related to the Jewish holiday being celebrated. Each session runs from 9:15 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

Location:
Am Yisrael Conservative Congregation
4 Happ Road
Northfield IL, 60093

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Register Online

Baby & Me Yoga Class

Sunday, December 14, 2025 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

jBaby Third Shabbat

Saturday, December 20, 2025 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Monthly on the Third Saturday of every month between 10/18/2025 - 4/18/2026)

Congregation Rodfei Zedek is excited to offer an exclusive, interactive musical Shabbat experience co-led by Children’s Musician Sarah Jayne Parker and Marsha’s Music, which has offered the Music Together curriculum in Hyde Park for over 20 years. jBaby Third Shabbat offers children and caregivers the chance to enjoy Shabbat by singing songs, learning about music and rhythm, and moving their bodies! Come for this fantastic program, and stay to enjoy Kiddush lunch as a community.

This class meets on: Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20, Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 21, & Apr 18.

Location:
Congregation Rodfei Zedek
5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago IL, 60615

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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First Friends

Monday, January 5, 2026 9:30 AM - Monday, March 9, 2026 10:30 AM

Welcome to First Friends, Keshet’s program for families of infants with disabilities or complex medical needs. Through gentle play, music and sensory experiences, babies enjoy meaningful early learning while parents connect with others who truly understand. Guided by caring experts, First Friends offers more than a class—it’s a supportive, judgment-free community built on trust and shared experiences.

Location:
Keshet
799 Central Ave Ste 250
Highland Park IL, 60035

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Jamberry Music

Tuesday, January 6, 2026 9:30 AM - Tuesday, February 24, 2026 10:15 AM

Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend, and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old, and siblings are welcome to join!

Location:
Beth Emet Synagogue
1224 Dempster
Evanston IL, 60202

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Broadway Storytime: Movers and Shakers

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 9:30 AM - Wednesday, March 11, 2026 10:30 AM

Introduce your baby or toddler to show tunes, characters and stories while Broadway musicals are brought to life by Stages Performing Arts. Each class incorporates activities that are designed to support your little one’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional and language development. An age-appropriate Jewish story will be read to give you a chance to socialize too. Come meet other parents with children similar in age.

**This class is best for 9 months - 2 years.**

Location:
Temple Beth-El of Northbrook
3610 Dundee Road
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

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Broadway Storytime: Babies

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 10:30 AM - Wednesday, March 11, 2026 11:30 AM

Spend the morning with your baby as they are introduced to show tunes, characters and stories while Broadway musicals are brought to life by Stages Performing Arts. Each class incorporates activities that are designed to support your little one’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional and language development. An age-appropriate Jewish story will be read to give you a chance to socialize too. Come meet other parents with children similar in age.

**This class is best for 0-9 months.**

Location:
Temple Beth-El of Northbrook
3610 Dundee Road
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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LEAP into Shabbat

Friday, January 9, 2026 9:45 AM - Friday, February 6, 2026 10:30 AM

CJDS is thrilled to partner with with jBaby Chicago for LEAP into Shabbat! LEAP (Learn Experience Appreciate and Play) into Shabbat is CJDS's tot Shabbat program where children ages 0-3 and their parents have an opportunity to learn about and celebrate Shabbat. Each week your child will experience different activities and songs related to Shabbat!

Location:
Chicago Jewish Day School
3730 N. California Avenue
Chicago IL, 60618

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

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Shabbat Shirah

Friday, January 9, 2026 11:00 AM - Friday, February 13, 2026 11:45 AM

Join us at Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School for the opportunity to meet other parents/caregivers in the community. Sing, dance, play, and enjoy Shabbat traditions and songs with your child. This class is best for kids ages 6-24 months, but babies are welcome.

Location:
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School
3751 N Broadway
Chicago IL, 60613

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Shoresh Tot Time

Friday, January 9, 2026 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM

Embrace Jewish time and ease into the evening with your little ones! Once a month during the school year, join us for a joyful Friday evening Tot Time at 4:30 PM with crafts, stories, and music. Come together with the entire Shoresh community for candle-lighting at 5:45 PM to add a beautiful moment to welcome Shabbat together. Sponsored by jBaby. Come for the whole year or when you can. Ages 4 and under with a caregiver.
Sign up for as many sessions as you like!

Location:
KAM Isaiah Israel
5039 South Greenwood
Chicago IL, 60615

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

Register Online

Kehillah Junior

Saturday, January 10, 2026 9:30 AM - Saturday, February 28, 2026 10:45 AM

Shabbat for young children ages 2 and under and their families. Each week, our song leader will lead the group in lively Shabbat music, where children can sing, dance, and wiggle to their heart’s content. Then, the adults and tots will enter the Early Childhood Classroom to play, sing, socialize and craft. The classroom time will be run as a co-op model, where the adults can bring stories, songs or games if they wish, and enjoy the activity stations that will be set up ahead of time. Families will socialize and build connections during the session. Throughout the course, visitors, including JRC’s clergy, will share their unique talents, creating a rich and varied experience for all.

Location:
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation
303 Dodge Avenue
Evanston IL, 60202

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Kindermusik at Or Shalom

Sunday, January 11, 2026 11:00 AM - Sunday, March 22, 2026 11:50 AM

Dance around the room, sing out with joy, play creatively with instruments, and build your Jewish community! Kindermusik's beloved worldwide curriculum is presented at Or Shalom with an emphasis on Jewish tunes, culture, and values. Parents gain valuable musical tools to help their children ages 0-4 reach their developmental milestones, led by Kindermusik Northshore studio owner and Or Shalom member, Kara Spector. Class includes a free app for music listening and extension activities at home!

Note: no class on 1/18, 2/15 and 3/1.

Location:
Congregation Or Shalom
21 W Hawthorn Pkwy
Vernon Hills IL, 60061

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Bim Bam Baby

Friday, January 16, 2026 9:45 AM - Friday, March 6, 2026 10:30 AM

Bim Bam Baby is a fun and energetic music class for tots and their parents or caregivers, with a few Jewish songs in the mix for some added fun. Enjoy lively, developmentally appropriate songs and activities with your little one and get to know other little ones and parents.

Location:
Temple Jeremiah
937 Happ Rd.
Northfield IL, 60093

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

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Broadway & Me with Stages Chicago

Sunday, January 18, 2026 9:15 AM - Sunday, May 17, 2026 10:00 AM

Each class, little Broadway fans and caregivers are introduced to exciting new songs, characters, and stories as Broadway Musicals are brought to life by a team of professional teaching artists. Created by a professional performer turned early childhood development specialist, Broadway & Me's unique curriculum is both entertaining and developmentally appropriate, incorporating activities that are designed to support your little one’s physical, cognitive, social-emotional, and language development.

Class meets: September 21, October 19, November 16, January 18, February 22, March 15, April 19 & May 17.

Location:
Congregation Beth Judea
5304 RFD
Long Grove IL, 60047

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Baby & Me Yoga Class

Sunday, January 18, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Music B'Yachad

Thursday, January 22, 2026 9:00 AM - Thursday, March 12, 2026 9:40 AM

Come sing with me, mishpachati! In this interactive class, caregivers & tots will learn rhymes, games, action songs, and dances to stimulate young children's natural response to music while developing listening and motor skills. We will enhance language development, improve sense of balance and timing, and make musical connections to our Jewish journey.

**No class on Feb 12**

Location:
Solomon Schechter Day School ECC
3210 Dundee Road
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

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Connecting The Expecting | Cohort 45

Thursday, January 22, 2026 6:30 PM - Friday, February 13, 2026 8:30 PM

Are you expecting your first child in this upcoming year? Anshe Emet’s and JBaby’s Connecting the expecting program brings you a community of other new parents to engage with as you start your family. Expectant parents at similar stages of life will gather to socialize, share resources and discuss issues pertaining to being pregnant and preparing for parenthood. This group is open to expectant single moms and couples (LGBTQ couples welcome) who are expecting the birth or adoption of their first baby, in which at least one member of the couple is Jewish.

Dates for this session include: January 22, 29, February 5 & 13 (Shabbat Dinner), 2026

Location:
Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 N. Broadway Street
Chicago IL, 60613

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Baby & Me Yoga Class

Sunday, January 25, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Make Something from Nothing with PJ Library & Jewish Day Schools

Sunday, January 25, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Travel through Akiba and unlock the magic hidden in every corner. Discover surprises, spark your imagination, and create something totally new from… absolutely nothing!

Sneak peeks include:
📦Cardboard Challenge
💡Lights & Shadows
📖Story Lab
🗺️Small Worlds
& more...

Location:
Akiba Schechter Jewish Day School
5235 South Cornell Ave.
Chicago IL, 60615

Contact:
PJ Library
pjlibrary@juf.org
312-357-4920

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Pre Gan Gani

Wednesday, January 28, 2026 9:30 AM - Wednesday, March 4, 2026 10:30 AM

Enjoy a Hebrew immersion learning and play experience for you and your little one! In partnership with JUF's jBaby, join us Wednesday mornings from 9:30-10:30am for a joyful, interactive class designed for babies ages 6-18 months and their caregivers.
Led by warm and experienced early childhood educators, this class offers Hebrew language exposure, Jewish holiday learning, music, sensory play, and movement--all in a fun and nurturing environment. No previous knowledge of Hebrew is needed--everyone is welcome to join our growing community!

Location:
2464 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago IL, 60614

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905

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New Parents Connect

Thursday, January 29, 2026 10:00 AM - Thursday, February 26, 2026 11:00 AM

A warm and welcoming group for parents and their babies to learn, share, and grow together. Each session features guidance from experts on topics such as infant massage, sleep, feeding, healthy parenting, and early development. Connect with other new parents, gain confidence, and discover tools to support your baby’s first year—all in a supportive, nurturing environment.

Location:
Chicago Sinai Congregation
15 West Delaware Place
Chicago IL, 60610

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Torah Tots

Sunday, February 1, 2026 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM

It's truly rewarding to provide our youngest children with enriching Jewish experiences! Join us to connect with our traditions, build community, and make new friends who share similar values. Our programming includes engaging activities like crafts, play, song, Havdalah, and child-friendly food, often tied to upcoming Jewish holidays.

Location:
Am Yisrael Conservative Congregation
4 Happ Road
Northfield IL, 60093

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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Baby & Me Yoga Class

Sunday, February 1, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Toys, Tots and Tales

Sunday, March 8, 2026 9:30 AM - Sunday, May 3, 2026 10:30 AM

Join early childhood educator Laura Finkel, for Sunday morning fun and learning this Fall. Temple Beth Israel in Skokie, is excited to welcome families with young children in our community to Toys, Tots and Tails – an interactive parent/tot class that focuses on a Jewish storybook brought to life with through play, art and movement. Each week will feature a different story and activities, snack and time for free-play and socializing.

This class meets on the following Sundays; 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26 & 5/3.

Location:
Temple Beth Israel
3601 W Dempster
Skokie IL, 60076

Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907

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First Friends

Monday, March 16, 2026 9:30 AM - Monday, May 18, 2026 10:30 AM

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