Events
Vanguard 11.12.26
Vanguard benefits the JUF Annual Campaign. A minimum contribution of $5,000 to the Jewish United Fund Annual Campaign is required to attend. To inspire future generations and to ensure the continuity of our tradition of tzedakah, we invite you to bring your young adult children (ages 16 – 39) as your guests. Featuring a conversation and performance by Grammy Award-Winning music...
Melton: Biblical Women—Emerging from the Margins through Midrash
300 Revere Drive 300 Revere Drive, Northbrook, IL, United StatesHecktman Family JCCs of Chicago, in partnership with the Melton School, present this 10-week course led by Rabbi Marianne Novak. Participants will explore major female figures of the Bible. Through classic and modern midrashic commentary, we meet more than a dozen biblical heroines, gaining multiple perspectives on their lives, relationships, and choices, and understanding their...
Mapping Your Mishpacha: Navigating the Path to Parenthood
Building a Jewish family is a meaningful journey, but for many, the path to parenthood includes unexpected challenges, difficult decisions, and financial barriers. Join JUF, JCFS Chicago, and the Chicago Coalition for Family Building for an inspiring and informative webinar highlighting JUF's Path to Parenthood program and the ways our community is helping make family-building...
Shalom Sprouts
840 Vernon Ave 840 Vernon Ave, Glencoe, IL, United StatesA joyful caregiver-and-child program for little ones ages 20 months–4 years, Shalom Sprouts is a wonderful way to learn, play, and grow together! Each session will incorporate art, music, movement, stories, and hands-on exploration, with activities inspired by the changing seasons and Jewish holidays. Designed to nurture curiosity, creativity, and connection, Shalom Sprouts gives children...
jBaby Kindermusik at Or Shalom | Oct 9- Dec 4, 2026
Congregation Or Shalom 21 W Hawthorn Pkwy, Vernon Hills, IL, United StatesDance 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...
jBaby Bim Bam Baby | Nov 13 – Dec 18 2026
Temple Jeremiah 937 N Happ Rd, Northfield, IL, United StatesShabbat Shalom, Hey! 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. We will use...
jBaby LEAP Into Shabbat | Sept 18 – Nov 20, 2026
Chicago Jewish Day School 3730 N. California, Chicago, IL, United StatesCJDS 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!...
jBaby Shabbat Shirah | Oct 16 – Nov 20 2026
Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School 3751 North Broadway Street, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin 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. This session meets Fridays October 16, 23, 30, November 6, 13,...
jBaby Baby Beginnings | Nov 6 – Dec 11 2026
Anshe Emet Synagogue 3751 North Broadway, Chicago, IL, United StatesLooking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us at Anshe Emet for Baby Beginnings! In partnership with jBaby Chicago, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more. This session meets Fridays November 6, 13, 2026; November 20, 2026; December...
Shrektacular Shabbat
Join us for a Shrek-tacular evening of family fun, food, and fairy tale flair! In partnership with the Children’s Theatre Company, families will enjoy a delicious Shabbat dinner followed by a lively showcase of musical performances inspired by everyone’s favorite ogre and his friends. The evening will also include themed activities and hands-on fun for...
Shul Shuffle with YLD and Mishkan
Join YLD and Mishkan for a Shul Shuffle! Join us at 5:30 pm to check out some Judaica and assorted art at the Chanukkah Art Market featuring work from local artists in the community. Following the art market, Friday Night Shabbat Services will begin at 6:30 pm. Light snacks and drinks will be provided. This...
jBaby Tot Shabbat
KAM Isaish Israel 5039 S. Greenwood Avenue, Chicago, IL, United StatesJoin us monthly on these Saturday mornings at KAMII to celebrate Shabbat and other holidays with songs, prayers, stories, dancing, and Shabbat-friendly activities. Please register so we know how many people to expect.