Events
Fall LEADS 2026 Session 5
Fall LEADS 2026 Session 5
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...
Shalom Sprouts
Am Shalom, 840 Vernon Ave Am Shalom, 840 Vernon Ave, Glencoe, Illinois, 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!
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 Baking | Oct 2 – Oct 30 2026
Temple Jeremiah 937 Happ Rd, Northfield, IL, United StatesJoin us to roll up your sleeves and get a little messy! Bim Bam Baby Baking is a twist of challah baking and Shabbat fun all rolled into one. Enjoy hands-on, developmentally appropriate challah making activities with your little one while connecting with other families. We will have a blast mixing, kneading and shaping dough...
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 | Oct 16 – Oct 30 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 October 16, 23, & 30, 2026. 11am-12:30pm.
Abracadabra Shabbat
Bring the whole family for a fun-filled Shabbat designed especially for young families! Join us for a delicious kosher-style dinner, kid-friendly activities, and an exciting, interactive comedy magic show led by Julian Alexander that will have the whole family laughing and amazed.
YLD Pride Challoween Shabbat Dinner
Join YLD and Silverstein Base Chicago for a spooky Halloween Shabbat dinner at Base Logan Square. Enjoy delicious food and meet new people! Please wear family friendly costumes. This event...
jBaby Kehillah Junior | Sept 26 – Nov 14 2026
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation 303 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL, United StatesKehillah Junior is a joyful introduction to Shabbat for young children ages 2.5 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. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with...