Events
Tot Shabbat
Open to families throughout the community, Tot Shabbat is a morning of Shabbat songs, movement, and story time for our youngest learners! We’ll dance, sing, and enjoy a Shabbat tale before celebrating together with kiddush and challah. The morning wraps up with an art activity for little hands.
jBaby Torah Tots | Oct 11 – Dec 6 2026
Temple Beth Israel 3601 W Dempster St, Skokie, IL, United StatesJoin early childhood educator Abbey Weiss, for Sunday morning fun and learning this Fall. Temple Beth Israel in Skokie, is excited to welcome families with young children in our community...
Sunday School Try-a-Class
Deerfield High School 1959 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL, United StatesLooking for a way for your child to connect with Jewish culture, holidays, history, values, community, and identity — but not sure a traditional synagogue or Sunday School feels right for your family?At Kol Hadash, children build Jewish identity through stories, traditions, questions, and hands-on learning — in a warm, welcoming, inclusive place where they...
jBaby Music for Menschkins | Oct 4 – Nov 22 2026
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation 303 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL, United StatesIn each of these interactive 45-minute classes, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend and experiment with...
jBaby Tiny Tastings | Oct 25 2026
Shir Hadash 200 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL, United StatesTiny Tastings of Tradition Introduce your little one to the joys of Jewish tradition through food! Join Chef Micah Siva for a fun, hands-on cooking experience where families will mix,...
Tiny Tastings of Tradition
Introduce your little one to the joys of Jewish tradition through food! Join Chef Micah Siva for a fun, hands-on cooking experience where families will mix, stir, taste, and create simple recipes inspired by Jewish holidays, values, and traditions. Designed for young children and their grown-ups, each class encourages sensory exploration, creativity, and quality time...
Bernard Zell Prospective Family Open House
Bring your family for an exclusive behind-the-scenes experience! Engage in activities led by our Early Childhood experts. Get a glimpse at our beautiful Early Childhood classrooms, and experience being part of our community. This event is ideal for children ages 2-7 and their parents who are interested in learning more about a Bernard Zell education.
Early Childhood Open House
Join us at Bernard Horwich JCC Early Childhood for a morning filled with family fun, connection, and discovery! Meet our warm, welcoming teachers, explore our classrooms, and experience the joy of learning together.
Volunteer with YLD and TOV
Help keep our Chicago community beautiful and clean by getting litter off our streets! Join YLD and TOV for a volunteer cleanup around the Armitage/Halsted area.
jBaby Tiny Tastings 2026 – 2027
Tiny Tastings of Tradition Introduce your little one to the joys of Jewish tradition through food! Join Chef Micah Siva for a fun, hands-on cooking experience where families will mix, stir, taste, and create simple recipes inspired by Jewish holidays, values, and traditions. Designed for young children and their grown-ups, each class encourages sensory exploration,...
jBaby Mini Mensches | Oct 18 – Nov 22, 2026
Fit City Kids 2540 W Lawrence Ave, Chicago, IL, United StatesMini Mensches is a fun class for little ones ages 0–5, exploring Jewish values, music, and play. Coffee, connection, and community for grown-ups. Join us Sundays at 10:30 AM at...
Holiday Boutique
A popular, wonderful Holiday Boutique will be held at BHBE, 3220 Big Tree Lane, Wilmette, on Sunday, October 25. Shop here for all of your holiday needs. Unique merchandise for all age including clothing, jewelry, accessories, personalized gifts, art work, books, toys and more. Lunch is available for purchase. Free admission! Parking and entrance on...