Young Families & Community Events

These are all our Young Families and Community-wide events listed here for your convenience.

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

Kehillah Katana

Saturday, September 30, 2023 9:30 AM - Saturday, November 18, 2023 10:45 AM

Through sensory experiences, music, movement, art, puppet-play, and more, tots and their caregivers will experience what makes Shabbat so special! Meet other grown ups and be a part of our Shabbat community with a special class for our youngest friends.

Location:
JRC- Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation
303 Dodge Ave
Evanston IL, 60202

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

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Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, October 1, 2023 9:15 AM - Sunday, November 12, 2023 10:00 AM

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasonal celebrations though tactile and sensory play. Engage in crafts and listen to stories, and enjoy socializing and open play. Snack is included. This class is best for children ages 12 months+ and their favorite adult. This class takes place immediately before our Family School program on Sundays. Families are welcome to stay for our opening tefilah/music of Family School from 10:00-10:30.

**Class meets 10/01, 10/08, 10/22, 11/05, 11/12**

Location:
Congregation Sukkat Shalom
1001 Central Avenue
Wilmette IL, 60091

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

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Babies, Books and Bagels

Sunday, October 1, 2023 9:30 AM - Sunday, November 12, 2023 10:30 AM

Children will enjoy stories, music, crafts and free play in our specially designed early childhood room replete with all the fun toys that children enjoy. Parents can grab coffee at our onsite "NOSH Cafe" and children will play together along with parents who can socialize, snack, build new friendships and enjoy a Sunday morning destination.

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

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

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Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, October 1, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

We welcome non-members to join us - there is no expectation of a commitment by coming to this program.

Are you thinking about how to expose your children to Jewish culture and identity? Your family is welcome to ‘try out’ our Sunday School by visiting their grade’s class for the day. Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation holds weekly Sunday School classes for students in First Grade through Ninth Grade Confirmation. Each class has a well-defined curriculum, covering topics in Jewish history, literature and culture. We encourage children to value their Jewish identity and to think for themselves. Our whole school -- students, teachers, and families -- come together to celebrate Jewish holidays as well as for special programs on Jewish culture, community service activities and more.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
1959 Waukegan Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

Contact:
Ilana Shaffer, Youth Education Director
youthed@KolHadash.com
773-209-8266

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jBaby | Sukkot Play Date | City

Sunday, October 1, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

While there is nothing quite like gathering with friends and family in a sukkah, it's hard to come by in the city. So we thought we'd gather for an ultimate fall play date under the trees at Jonquil Park. Gather your family and an outdoor blanket and come enjoy some doughnuts, cider, and fun sukkot/fall activities!

This is a drop by event, come when you can because we understand that our jBabies all nap at different times! We welcome you to come as you are and enjoy our wonderful community!

Location:
Jonquil Park
1001 W Wrightwood Ave
Chicago IL, 60614

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

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PJ Library | Bake Together for Sukkot | City

Sunday, October 1, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM

Celebrate Sukkot with us! Learn to bake a cranberry apple galette to celebrate the fall harvest at Oui Chef. This event is best suited for children ages 3-7 years old.

Location:
Oui Chef
2622 N Halsted St.
Chicago IL, 60614

Contact:
PJ Library
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

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Shalom Chaverim, ("Welcome, Friends!")

Sunday, October 1, 2023 10:00 AM - Sunday, December 3, 2023 11:00 AM

Infants and toddlers, with their grown-ups, explore Judaism through the textures, sounds, sights, smells, and rhythms of the Jewish year. Sessions include stories, singing, arts, block play, baking, and more facilitated by an experienced early childhood educator.

*There is a free parking lot on the south side of the building*

**Class will not meet 10/8 or 11/26

Location:
Jewish Enrichment Center
5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago IL, 60615

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

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Sukkot Family Service & Pizza Dinner at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation Sunday School

Sunday, October 1, 2023 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Celebrate fall by joining us for our free, all-ages event in our Sukkah to celebrate the harvest festival of Sukkot. Rabbi Adam Chalom will lead a brief service - you’ll have a chance to hold the lulav branches and etrog fruit - and sing along with the guitar.

We will have hands-on craft activities for children, who can hang their creations in our Sukkah or take them home.

Please bring chairs or blankets to sit in and around our sukkah (and there is a rain plan on-site!).

Our celebration then moves indoors for a pizza dinner, including salad, fruit and dessert (gluten-free options available). The dinner is $5 per-person (children 5 and under are free).

Everyone is welcome at this free program!

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation at the North Shore Unitarian Church
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

Contact:
Ilana Shaffer, Kol Hadash Youth Education Director
youthed@KolHadash.com
773-209-8266

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Tiny Tots Busy Brain

Monday, October 2, 2023 9:30 AM - Monday, November 6, 2023 10:15 AM

Come join Mrs. Andi to sense and explore the world through experiential learning. Get ready to dive into a new theme each week corresponding with the Jewish calendar. You and your child will explore together with new friends.
Let's get busy!

Location:
Congregation Or Shalom
21 West Hawthorn Parkway
Vernon Hills IL, 60061

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

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Jewish Discovery: Sukkot at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation Sunday School

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Children ages 3-6 with a grown-up join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation to explore a Jewish holiday each month through interactive songs, books and hands-on activities. Each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful. There is time for a snack and for children and parents to socialize, too. At-home resources will also be provided. Open to everyone with advance registration (free for Kol Hadash members, $10 per class for all others).

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
outside in our Sukkah at the North Shore Unitarian Church
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

Contact:
Ilana Shaffer, Kol Hadash Youth Education Director
youthed@KolHadash.com
773-209-8266

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Music and Memories | The SelfHelp Home

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

You are invited to sing, dance, and connect at Music & Memories with JUF Young Families! We look forward to making new friends with a concert and song session.

Kiddos 5 and under with adult guardian are welcome to attend!

This program is coordinated by JUF's TOV Volunteer network.

Additional Info: Will be under the Sukkah, but if weather is bad, it will be moved to the social hall.

COVID-19 Guidelines: Volunteers aged 2+ must be masked and receive a rapid test. Please arrive 10 minutes early to your shift for a rapid COVID-19 test. *This might change by October

Parking: Volunteers can park in the back lot if there is space available. If not, there is street parking.

Location:
The SelfHelp Home
908 W Argyle St.
Chicago IL, 60640

Contact:
JUF Young Families
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

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See, Sing, Celebrate! Sukkot

Tuesday, October 3, 2023 10:30 AM - Friday, November 3, 2023 11:30 AM

Help your child experience Jewish holidays each month for the first (or second) time! Join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation for music, stories and fun. Parents can schmooze while their kids snack and play, and each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

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

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Broadway Storytime: Movers and Shakers

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 9:30 AM - Wednesday, November 22, 2023 10:30 AM

Spend the morning with your 0 -2 year old as our littlest Broadway fans 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.

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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Broadway Storytime: Babies

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 10:30 AM - Wednesday, November 22, 2023 11:30 AM

Infant Drop-In Playgroup | North Suburbs | Weinger JCC

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 11:00 AM - Wednesday, December 20, 2023 12:00 PM

Join a weekly playgroup and let jBaby Chicago help you find your Jewish community! Looking to meet other parents with new babies? Drop-in to our free Wednesday morning Infant (0-6m) Playgroups.

This event is free, but please register so we know you're coming. You only need to register for the group once (not every week you want to attend).

Location:
Weinger JCC
300 Revere Dr.
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

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Infant Drop-In Playgroups | City | Itsy Bitsy Play & Café

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 11:00 AM - Wednesday, December 20, 2023 12:00 PM

Join a weekly playgroup and let jBaby Chicago help you find your Jewish community! Looking to meet other parents with new babies? Drop-in to our free Wednesday morning Infant (0-6m) Playgroups.

This event is free, but please register so we know you're coming. You only need to register for the group once (not every week you want to attend).

Location:
Itsy Bitsy Play & Café
4210 N Western Ave
Chicago IL, 60618

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

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Pizza in the Hut

Wednesday, October 4, 2023 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Shake the lulav, smell the etrog and celebrate the Fall harvest with JCC Chicago Early Childhood! Whether you’re an Early Childhood family or looking to learn more about our daycare and preschool offerings, you can join us for pizza in the sukkah!

This program is $25 per family (includes pizza, salad and dessert). Limited capacity available. Families only need to register once for the entire family to be included.

Sign up for your specific location:
Wednesday, October 4 | 5:30-6:30pm
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Am Shalom hosting their event at Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at ‘Z’ Frank Apachi in Northbrook
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Beth Emet Synagogue in Evanston
Jacob Duman Early Childhood at Lake County JCC in Lake Zurich

Thurs., October 5 | 5:30-6:30pm
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Florence G. Heller JCC in Lakeview
JCC Chicago Early Childhood at Bernard Weinger JCC in Northbrook

Location:
Bernard Weinger JCC
300 Revere Dr
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
Matt Charnay
mcharnay@jccchicago.org
844-452-2244

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Baby Wearing Movement and Sound

Thursday, October 5, 2023 9:15 AM - Thursday, November 16, 2023 10:00 AM

Wear your baby while you burn calories, sweat and have fun with other baby wearers.

This class is best for 0-6 month olds, but if your older jBaby likes to be worn, please join us!

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

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

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Happy Challah-Days

Thursday, October 5, 2023 9:30 AM - Thursday, November 16, 2023 10:45 AM

Experience Jewish traditions through play, song, sensory activities, and art! This class will be led by a toddler teacher with over 20 years of experience. Best for toddlers 12 months and up.

Location:
JRC- Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation
303 Dodge Ave
Evanston IL, 60202

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

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Movement & Sound

Thursday, October 5, 2023 10:00 AM - Thursday, November 16, 2023 10:45 AM

Join other tots and caregivers while singing, moving and dancing! We will explore our senses, large motor skills and language development through games, music and dance. Come get your energy out, play, and build socialization skills together!

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

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

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Pizza in the Hut

Thursday, October 5, 2023 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Shabbat with a Twist | Fridays

Friday, October 6, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Pandaste Yoga will lead us in storytime, crafts, challah braiding, and, of course, yoga!

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

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Torah Tots with a Twist

Friday, October 6, 2023 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM

Am Yisrael is excited to host Torah Tots with a Twist. These monthly gatherings will focus on the celebration of Shabbat, Torah, Jewish Holidays and Israel. Families will celebrate being Jewish through songs, games, food, art projects and stories.

Pizza dinner included this session!

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

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

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Winter 2024 Expecting Parents Meet-Up | City

Saturday, October 7, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Are you expecting a baby in late Winter 2024? Let's meet up!

This group is for those due between mid-January, February, and early March, residing in the city. Our goal is to help build a community of people around your due date as a place to share concerns, get advice, scout resources and share all things (good and bad!) related to pregnancy and expecting a baby.

This event is free, but please register so we know you're coming.

Participants should be members of the Expecting Parents Winter 2024 What'sUp Group. Please send us a message if you'd like to join!

Location:
Winnemac Park
5100 N Leavitt St
Chicago IL, 60625

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

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Sticky, Slimy, Shabbat

Saturday, October 7, 2023 10:15 AM - Saturday, November 11, 2023 11:00 AM

Experience Shabbat during an engaging tactile and sensory experience. Feel, touch, and move as we engage in the wonder of creation through water play, rice, paint, whipped/shaving cream, and other mediums. This class is best for kids ages 12-24 months and their favorite adult

Location:
Congregation Sukkat Shalom
1001 Central Avenue
Wilmette IL, 60091

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

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Shabbat with a Twist | Saturdays

Saturday, October 7, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Pandaste Yoga will lead us in storytime, crafts, challah braiding, and, of course, yoga!

Saturday sessions have an optional, free kiddush luncheon following the program and each family will receive a challah to take home.

Note: we will not be braiding challah on Shabbat. We will be using Shabbat-friendly materials for our crafts.

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

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Baby Wearing Movement and Sound | Sunday

Sunday, October 8, 2023 9:30 AM - Sunday, November 12, 2023 10:15 AM

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, October 8, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

JCC Chicago Wiggles & Giggles Weekly Parent/Child Class for infants to 18 mos.

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 10:00 AM - Tuesday, November 14, 2023 10:00 AM

Join us for a parent-child program led by our beloved teacher Chi, where a joyful and nurturing environment is provided for you and your child to explore, imagine, and create through free play, circle time, songs, and art/sensory experiences.

These weekly sessions are an opportunity to connect with other parents/caregivers of young children and discuss and learn about your child’s development.

Cost: $15/week for 6 weeks; $90 (1 child), $135 (2 children)

Location:
Florence G. Heller JCC
524 West Melrose Street
Chicago IL, 60657

Contact:
Jenni Kim
jkim@jccchicago.org
773-938-8340

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Wiggles and Giggles

Tuesday, October 10, 2023 10:00 AM - Tuesday, November 14, 2023 11:00 AM

This parent-child program will be led by JCC Chicago early childhood teachers, where a joyful and nurturing environment is provided for you and your child to explore, imagine, and create through free play, circle time, songs, and art/sensory experiences.

These weekly sessions are an opportunity to connect with other parents/caregivers of young children and discuss and learn about your child’s development.

Location:
Florence Heller JCC
524 W. Melrose
Chicago IL, 60657

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

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Neighborhood Night Out | City | Suda's

Thursday, October 12, 2023 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Leave your partner at home to handle bedtime and spend a night out with friends new and old having a delicious dinner.

Join jBaby Ambassador Kyle Frank and other parents from around the city to try a new(ish) local restaurant together and enjoy great company! Appetizers are included in the price of registration and dinner and drinks will be on you.

Location:
Suda's
1524 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago IL, 60614

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

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LEAP into Shabbat

Friday, October 13, 2023 9:45 AM - Friday, November 17, 2023 10:30 AM

jBaby Chicago and Chicago Jewish Day School are thrilled to partner once again for LEAP into Shabbat! Led by CJDS Director of Jewish Studies, Tamar Cytryn, along with a CJDS in-house musician, this class offers a joyful and engaging Shabbat experience with singing and activities for children of all ages.

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

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

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Ark Adventures | Friday

Friday, October 13, 2023 10:00 AM - 10:59 AM

Climb aboard the ark for this theatrical and musical Shabbat experience led by the K’ilu Company with sensory storytelling, puppetry, and lots of imagination. Designed especially for kids birth to 4 years old and their grownups!

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

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Growing Community

Saturday, October 14, 2023 10:00 AM - Saturday, March 9, 2024 11:30 AM

Join us for a chance to 'grow community' while watching children blossom. Children will explore a safe, engaging, sensory-rich environment while caregivers have a chance to observe play, socialize, and provide support to one another. Based on conversation topics there will be opportunities outside of our meeting time to participate in two zoom calls with experts in topics like feeding, sleep and discipline.

**This class is best for babies who have not mastered walking**

Location:
North Shore Congregation Israel
1185 Sheridan Road
Glencoe IL, 60022

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

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Ark Adventures | Saturday

Saturday, October 14, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Climb aboard the ark for this theatrical and musical Shabbat experience led by the K’ilu Company with sensory storytelling, puppetry, and lots of imagination. Designed especially for kids birth to 4 years old and their grownups!

Saturday sessions include an optional, free kiddush luncheon following the program.

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

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Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, October 15, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Shorashim Adult-Tot Class

Sunday, October 15, 2023 9:45 AM - Sunday, May 19, 2024 9:45 AM

Shorashim at Etz Chaim
שרשים Shorashim means Roots in Hebrew. We see our youngest learners as the Shorashim of our Etz Chaim (Roots of our Tree of Life). Rabbi Wainer will lead this class in music, stories, art, and free play. This class will meet monthly from October through May, 9:45-10:45 am, for tots ages 0 through PreK 3’s and their adults. Class Dates: 10/15/23, 11/12/23, 12/10/23, 1/21/24, 2/11/24, 3/10/24, 4/21/24 and 5/19/24.

The class is free for all participants and open to the community.

Location:
Congregation Etz Chaim
1710 South Highland Avenue
Lombard IL, 60148

Contact:
Marla Aviva Bentley
marla@mycec.org
630-627-3919

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All Ages Playgroup | Sundays 10am | Chicago

Sunday, October 15, 2023 10:00 AM - Sunday, November 19, 2023 11:30 AM

Join a weekly playgroup this fall and let jBaby Chicago help you find your Jewish community! Need a fun space for your jBaby (birth- 24 months) to explore while getting to know other parents in your area? Sign-up for an All Ages Playgroup session!

Location:
Bubbles Academy
2184 N Elston
Chicago IL, 60614

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

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All Ages Playgroup | Sundays 10am | Northbrook

Sunday, October 15, 2023 10:00 AM - Sunday, November 19, 2023 11:30 AM

Join a weekly playgroup this fall and let jBaby Chicago help you find your Jewish community! Need a fun space for your jBaby (birth- 24 months) to explore while getting to know other parents in your area? Sign-up for an All Ages Playgroup session!

Location:
Weinger JCC
300 Revere Dr.
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

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In-Person Sibshops

Sunday, October 15, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Sibshops offer brothers and sisters of children with a variety of special needs a place to meet other siblings in a relaxed, supportive, and recreational setting. They discuss their common joys and concerns, learn to handle sibling-specific “sticky situations” and have fun! For kids ages 6-12 years old.

Fall 2023 JCFS Sibshops for Children and Teens, ages 6-16
This fall we will be offering Sibshops for both children and teens at our Northbrook location. We will begin each Sibshop as a large group for an opening activity and then separate into age groups (children and teens).

Fall In-Person Sibshop Dates for Children/Teens, ages 6-16 are as follows:

August 27
October 15
November 12
December 10

All In-Person Sibshops are on Sundays from 1pm to 3:30pm at our Northbrook location, 255 Revere Drive, Suite 200.

Location:
Elaine Kersten Children's Center
255 Revere Drive, Suite 200
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
Tammy Besser, LCSW
TamaraBesser@JCFS.org
773-765-3159

New Parents Connect

Tuesday, October 17, 2023 10:00 AM - Tuesday, November 14, 2023 11:00 AM

Meet other first time parents and their babies, share ideas, ask questions and learn from experts in relevant topics such as infant and child development, sleep, changing relationships, food and nutrition and more.

This class is geared towards parents with jBabies ages 0-9 months.

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

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

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Pre-Gan Gani

Thursday, October 19, 2023 9:30 AM - Thursday, November 16, 2023 10:15 AM

Enjoy a Hebrew immersion learning play experience! This class, for babies 6 - 24 months, and their favorite adult will take place ALL IN HEBREW. No prior knowledge of Hebrew is required to enjoy the class. Everyone is welcome!

Location:
Moadon Kol Chadash/Gan Gani
2464 N. Clybourn
Chicago IL, 60614

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

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Bim Bam Baby

Friday, October 20, 2023 9:45 AM - Friday, November 17, 2023 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 Road
Northfield IL, 60093

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

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PJ Library | Shabbat in the Park | City

Friday, October 20, 2023 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

Celebrate Shabbat at the park with pizza, friends and cookies! Join us for stories, songs, and Shabbat blessings before we eat, schmooze, and play.

Please bring a picnic blanket as there are limited tables/chairs. Registration includes one large pizza, one challah, and several juice boxes and cookies per family. Please reach out to Elizabeth (elizabethdarvick@juf.org) if you have any dietary restrictions.

Location:
Park in Lakeview
Address to be sent upon registration
Chicago IL, 60657

Contact:
PJ Library
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

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jBaby and PJ Library | Didier Farms Pumpkin Fest | Lincolnshire

Saturday, October 21, 2023 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join jBaby and PJ families for Pumpkin Fest at Didier Farms for a fun Fall outing! We will meet for a snack and story before exploring the many farm activities and attractions.

Registration includes cider donuts for your family. Additional attractions at the farm require an additional fee and is paid directly to Didier Farms.

Location:
Didier Farms
16678 Aptakisic Rd
Lincolnshire IL, 60069

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

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Movie Night with PJ Library and CBS Kibbutz Katan

Saturday, October 21, 2023 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM

Join PJ Library and Kibbutz Katan on Saturday October 21st at 6:30 for a family Havdalah followed by movie night featuring Monsters, Inc!

Event is open to families with children ages 10 and under.

$15 per family

Kindly RSVP below by October 16th so Congregation Beth Shalom can make sure to have enough movie snacks and drinks for everyone!!

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom Social Hall
772 W. 5th Avenue
Naperville IL, 60563

Contact:
PJ Library
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, October 22, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Fall in Love with Apachi Day Camp

Sunday, October 22, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Celebrate the season with JCC Chicago's Apachi Day Camp and enjoy Fall-inspired camp fun with your family!

Location:
3050 Woodridge Ln.
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
Stacey Skolnick
sskolnick@jccchicago.org
847-272-7050

Web Page Register Online

Endless Summer with Apachi Day Camp

Sunday, October 22, 2023 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Enjoy a pop-up Apachi Day Camp experience filled with camp-like festivities including games, crafts, and entertainment.

Location:
Blaine Elementary School 1420 West Grace Street
Chicago IL, 60613

Contact:
Beth Miller
bmiller@jccchicago.org
847-763-3504

Web Page

Neighborhood Night Out | Pilates Party | Glenview

Sunday, October 22, 2023 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Leave your partner at home to handle bedtime and spend a night out taking care of yourself! We will do a private hour-long pilatess class followed by light snacks and refreshing drinks.

Location:
The Hot Room
1926 Waukegan Rd
Glenview IL, 60025

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

Register Online

Music B'Yachad: Skokie

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 10:10 AM - Wednesday, December 20, 2023 10:50 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 and sense of balance and timing all while making musical connections to our Jewish journey.

Location:
Ginsburg Solomon Schechter Early Childhood Center
4500 Dempster Street
Evanston IL, 60076

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

Register Online

Yoga With Me

Wednesday, October 25, 2023 11:00 AM - Wednesday, December 20, 2023 12:00 PM

Spend a Wednesday morning with your tot in a short, fun, and interactive class that combines classic yoga poses with developmentally appropriate play! Yoga With Me focuses on developing coordination, flexibility, strength, balance, self-esteem, and provides a healthy and joyful opportunity for adult(s) and child(ren) to learn together. This class is best for children ages 3 months - 24 months.

**Class will not meet 11/22**

Location:
JCYS Lincoln Square/Ravenswood
2112 W Lawrence
Chicago IL, 60625

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

Register Online

Virtual Sibshops

Thursday, October 26, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Sibshops offer brothers and sisters of children with a variety of special needs a place to meet other siblings in a relaxed, supportive, and recreational setting. They discuss their common joys and concerns, learn to handle sibling-specific “sticky situations” and have fun! For kids ages 7-12 years old.

Virtual Sibshops are for children who cannot participate in person AND for siblings who wish to connect between the in-person Sibshops.

Pre-registration is required for virtual Sibshops. Please contact Yuto Kanii or Tammy Besser if you have any questions and/or to request registration materials.

Registration is per Sibshop. Virtual Sibshops are free but registration is required to attend.
Children can attend one, two, three, or all of the Sibshop series.

Location:
Online
Zoom IL, 60606

Contact:
Tammy Besser, LCSW
TamaraBesser@JCFS.org
773-765-3159

Ark Adventures | Friday

Friday, October 27, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Free Admission at Illinois Holocaust Museum

Friday, October 27, 2023 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Monthly on the Last Friday of every month between 1/27/2023 - 12/30/2023)

Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center is excited to offer free admission on the last Friday of every month in 2023. Immerse yourself in the history of the Holocaust and other human rights issues as you learn how you can make an impact in the world.

Reserve your tickets online: https://ihm.ec/tickets

Location:
Illinois Holocaust Museum
9603 Woods Drive
Skokie IL, 60077

Contact:
Sierra Wolff
sierra.wolff@ilhmec.org
847-967-4835

Web Page Register Online

Ark Adventures | Saturday

Saturday, October 28, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Climb aboard the ark for this theatrical and musical Shabbat experience led by the K’ilu Company with sensory storytelling, puppetry, and lots of imagination. Designed especially for kids birth to 4 years old and their grownups!

Saturday sessions include an optional, free kiddush luncheon following the program.

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, October 29, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Neighborhood Night Out | City | Happy Camper Wrigleyville

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 7:30 PM - 9:20 PM

Let your partner put the kids to bed and come enjoy a night out with our ambassador's husband Graham.

There will be pizza, cornhole (aka bags), and plenty of TVs if there happens to be a big game on; so no excuses not to come! Appetizers are included in the price of your registration and dinner and drinks will be on you.

Location:
Happy Camper Wrigleyville
3458 N Clark St
Chicago IL, 60657

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

Register Online

jBaby Sings! City

Friday, November 3, 2023 9:00 AM - Sunday, December 3, 2023 12:45 AM

Join jBaby Sings! for jammin’, singing, dancing & instrument fun!

**Class will not meet 11/24**

Location:
Bubbles Academy
2211 N. Elston
Chicago IL, 60614

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

Register Online

Shabbat with a Twist | Fridays

Friday, November 3, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Music and Memories | The Abington

Friday, November 3, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Shabbat with a Twist | Saturdays

Saturday, November 4, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

jBaby Chicago's Pajama Havdalah | Giggles Play | Highwood

Saturday, November 4, 2023 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Start your week with joy! Join jBaby Chicago for a baby-friendly musical Havdalah program, private open play at Highwood's Giggles Play, and connecting with other new parents. Save yourself a step at bedtime, and wear your comfiest PJs!

Location:
Giggles Play
328 Green Bay Rd
Highwood IL, 60040

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

Register Online

jBaby Chicago's Pajama Havdalah | Itsy Bitsy Play and Cafe | City

Saturday, November 4, 2023 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Start your week with joy! Join jBaby Chicago for a baby-friendly musical Havdalah program, private open play at Chicago's Itsy Bitsy Play and Cafe, and connecting with other new parents. Save yourself a step at bedtime, and wear your comfiest PJs!

Location:
Itsy Bitsy Play and Cafe
4210 N Western Ave
Chicago IL, 60618

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

Register Online

Jewish Discovery: Tikkun Olam at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation Sunday School

Sunday, November 5, 2023 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Children ages 3-6 with a grown-up join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation to explore a Jewish holiday each month through interactive songs, books and hands-on activities. Each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful. There is time for a snack and for children and parents to socialize, too. At-home resources will also be provided. Open to everyone with advance registration (free for Kol Hadash members, $10 per class for all others).

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Older siblings can come at 9:30am for our Sunday School Try Out and join their grade's class for the day (with no expectation of a commitment). Advance registration, please (link below).

Please contact our Youth Education Director, Ilana Shaffer, at youthed@KolHadash.com or 773-209-8266 with questions about our Youth Education.

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
1959 Waukegan Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

Contact:
Ilana Shaffer, Kol Hadash Youth Education Director
youthed@KolHadash.com
773-209-8266

Web Page Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, November 5, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

See, Sing, Celebrate! Tikkun Olam

Sunday, November 5, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Help your child experience Jewish holidays each month for the first (or second) time! Join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation for music, stories and fun. Parents can schmooze while their kids snack and play, and each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

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

Register Online

Connecting the Expecting

Tuesday, November 7, 2023 6:30 PM - Tuesday, December 5, 2023 8:30 PM

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.

Each session will include a guest speaker and topics will include newborn basics, adjusting to new roles as parents, Jewish baby rituals and creating a Jewish home.

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

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

Register Online

PJ & TOV Teen Neighborhood Helpers | Feed My Starving Children | Libertyville

Friday, November 10, 2023 11:30 AM - 1:15 PM

Commemorate Veteran’s Day with an act of Tikkun Olam ("repairing the world"). Families with children Kindergarten-12th grade are invited to join PJ Our Way and TOV Teens at Feed My Starving Children. Together we’ll hand-pack grains and dried vegetables to be sent to partners working hard to reach some of the neediest children around the world.

Please note the following adult to child participant ratios:
• Grades K-2: 1 student to 1 adult
• Grades 3-6: 3 students to 1 adult
• Grades 7-12: 4 students to 1 adult

Location:
Feed My Starving Children
742 East Park Ave.
Libertyville IL, 60048

Contact:
PJ Library
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, November 12, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

In-Person Sibshops

Sunday, November 12, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

NCJW 130th Birthday Pary

Sunday, November 12, 2023 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Join us for a wonderful family celebration with cake, balloons, and a program to be remembered, including a special guest, our founder, Hannah G Solomon!! Fun and games for the kids!

$36 per person/$50 per family. (includes admission to the museum)

Sponsored by both NCJW Illinois Sections Chicago North Shore and South Cook.

Location:
Chicago History Museum
1601 N Clark St
Chicago IL, 60614

Contact:
Jessica Colman Cheng
jessica@ncjwcns.org
847-853-8889

Web Page Register Online Invitation

Ark Adventures | Friday

Friday, November 17, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Torah Tots with a Twist

Friday, November 17, 2023 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM

Ark Adventures | Saturday

Saturday, November 18, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Climb aboard the ark for this theatrical and musical Shabbat experience led by the K’ilu Company with sensory storytelling, puppetry, and lots of imagination. Designed especially for kids birth to 4 years old and their grownups!

Saturday sessions include an optional, free kiddush luncheon following the program.

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

Register Online

Bake Sale & Cookie Walk

Sunday, November 19, 2023 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Sisterhood Temple Beth Israel (3601 W. Dempster St., Skokie) Presents its Annual Bake Sale & Cookie Walk, Sunday, September 10, 2023, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Tempt your palate with delicious homemade sweets & treats! Featuring rugalach, cookies, cupcakes, pies, muffins, cakes, chocolate covered pretzels and more!

For more information contact www.tbiskokie.org, 847-675-0951.

Location:
3601 W. Dempster St.
Skokie IL, 60076

Contact:
Andrea Blain
ablain51@gmail.com
847-675-0951

Web Page

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, November 19, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Free Admission at Illinois Holocaust Museum

Friday, November 24, 2023 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Monthly on the Last Friday of every month between 1/27/2023 - 12/30/2023)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, November 26, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Virtual Sibshops

Thursday, November 30, 2023 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Sibshops offer brothers and sisters of children with a variety of special needs a place to meet other siblings in a relaxed, supportive, and recreational setting. They discuss their common joys and concerns, learn to handle sibling-specific “sticky situations” and have fun! For kids ages 7-12 years old.

Virtual Sibshops are for children who cannot participate in person AND for siblings who wish to connect between the in-person Sibshops.

Pre-registration is required for virtual Sibshops. Please contact Yuto Kanii or Tammy Besser if you have any questions and/or to request registration materials.

Registration is per Sibshop. Virtual Sibshops are free but registration is required to attend.
Children can attend one, two, three, or all of the Sibshop series.

Location:
Online
Zoom IL, 60606

Contact:
Tammy Besser, LCSW
TamaraBesser@JCFS.org
773-765-3159

Shabbat with a Twist | Fridays

Friday, December 1, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Shabbat with a Twist | Saturdays

Saturday, December 2, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Jewish Discovery: Hanukkah at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation Sunday School

Sunday, December 3, 2023 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Children ages 3-6 with a grown-up join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation to explore a Jewish holiday each month through interactive songs, books and hands-on activities. Each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful. There is time for a snack and for children and parents to socialize, too. At-home resources will also be provided. Open to everyone with advance registration (free for Kol Hadash members, $10 per class for all others).

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Older siblings can come at 9:30am for our Sunday School Try Out and join their grade's class for the day (with no expectation of a commitment). Advance registration, please.

Please contact our Youth Education Director, Ilana Shaffer, at youthed@KolHadash.com or 773-209-8266 with questions about our Youth Education.

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
1959 Waukegan Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

Contact:
Ilana Shaffer, Kol Hadash Youth Education Director
youthed@KolHadash.com
773-209-8266

Web Page Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, December 3, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

See, Sing, Celebrate! Hanukkah

Sunday, December 3, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Help your child experience Jewish holidays each month for the first (or second) time! Join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation for music, stories and fun. Parents can schmooze while their kids snack and play, and each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

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

Register Online

Ark Adventures | Friday

Friday, December 8, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Music and Memories | Oak Park Arms

Saturday, December 9, 2023 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

You are invited to sing, dance, and celebrate Chanukah at Music & Memories with JUF Young Families! We look forward to making new friends with a concert and song session.

Kiddos 5 and under with adult guardian are welcome to attend!

This program is coordinated by JUF's TOV Volunteer network.

Parking: Visitor parking is best at South end of the lot. Spots will be marked if they are reserved

Location:
Oak Park Arms
408 S. Oak Park Ave.
Oak Park IL, 60302

Contact:
JUF Young Families
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, December 10, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Torah Tots with a Twist

Sunday, December 10, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Am Yisrael is excited to host Torah Tots with a Twist. These monthly gatherings will focus on the celebration of Shabbat, Torah, Jewish Holidays and Israel. Families will celebrate being Jewish through songs, games, food, art projects and stories.

We will celebrate Chanukah this session!

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

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

Register Online

Hanukkah Family Celebration & Lunch at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation Sunday School

Sunday, December 10, 2023 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Bring your family’s menorah for our Menorah Show & Tell

Rabbi Adam Chalom leads us in part of the Hanukkah service and songs

Student activities include: Dreidel Tournament, Hanukkah crafts with candle making, and making cards for seniors

Parents will get to know each other with an activity, too!

Enjoy a Hanukkah lunch together, including challah, chicken, macaroni and cheese, latkes with applesauce and sour cream, salad, fruit, chocolate gelt, and mini-sufganyot (jelly donuts)

Hanukkah service booklets will be available for home use

The Kol Hadash Values in Action Committee is collecting gifts for children in need by participating in the Community Alternatives Unlimited holiday giveaway program.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
1959 Waukegan Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

Contact:
Ilana Shaffer, Kol Hadash Youth Education Director
youthed@KolHadash.com
773-209-8266

Web Page Register Online

In-Person Sibshops

Sunday, December 10, 2023 1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Chanukah at Candycopia | Oak Park

Sunday, December 10, 2023 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

In partnership with Temple Har Zion, join us in celebrating Chanukah with candle lighting, a Chanukah story, and of course, some candy!

Location:
Candycopia
717 Lake Street
Oak Park IL, 60301

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

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, December 17, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Music and Memories | Northbrook Inn

Tuesday, December 19, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

You are invited to sing, dance, and celebrate Chanukah at Music & Memories with JUF Young Families! We look forward to making new friends with a concert and song session.

Kiddos 5 and under with adult guardian are welcome to attend!

This program is coordinated by JUF's TOV Volunteer network.

Location:
Northbrook Inn
99 Pointe Dr.
Northbrook IL, 60062

Contact:
JUF Young Families
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905

Register Online

Ark Adventures | Saturday

Saturday, December 23, 2023 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Climb aboard the ark for this theatrical and musical Shabbat experience led by the K’ilu Company with sensory storytelling, puppetry, and lots of imagination. Designed especially for kids birth to 4 years old and their grownups!

Saturday sessions include an optional, free kiddush luncheon following the program.

Location:
Congregation Beth Shalom
3433 Walters Avenue
Northbrook IL, 60062

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

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, December 24, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Free Admission at Illinois Holocaust Museum

Friday, December 29, 2023 10:00 AM - 10:00 AM

(Recurring Monthly on the Last Friday of every month between 1/27/2023 - 12/30/2023)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, December 31, 2023 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Torah Tots with a Twist

Friday, January 5, 2024 5:45 PM - 6:45 PM

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, January 7, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, January 14, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, January 21, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, January 28, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

See, Sing, Celebrate! Tu B'Shevat

Sunday, January 28, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Help your child experience Jewish holidays each month for the first (or second) time! Join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation for music, stories and fun. Parents can schmooze while their kids snack and play, and each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

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

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, February 4, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, February 11, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, February 18, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, February 25, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Torah Tots with a Twist

Sunday, February 25, 2024 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Am Yisrael is excited to host Torah Tots with a Twist. These monthly gatherings will focus on the celebration of Shabbat, Torah, Jewish Holidays and Israel. Families will celebrate being Jewish through songs, games, food, art projects and stories.

We will celebrate Tu B'Shevat this session!

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

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

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, March 3, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, March 10, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

See, Sing, Celebrate! Purim

Sunday, March 10, 2024 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Help your child experience Jewish holidays each month for the first (or second) time! Join Rabbi Adam Chalom and Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation for music, stories and fun. Parents can schmooze while their kids snack and play, and each family will take home something they’ve made to make their holiday more meaningful.

Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation provides a comfortable home for individuals and families who identify as Culturally Jewish, Just Jewish, Jew-ish, Jewish and . . . , Half-Jewish, Interfaith, Jews by Choice, Multicultural, Not Religious, Secular, Humanistic, Atheist, and Agnostic. No prior knowledge or Jewish literacy is needed; come as you are!

Location:
Kol Hadash Sunday School at Deerfield High School
2100 Half Day Road
Deerfield IL, 60015

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

Register Online

Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, March 17, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

Torah Tots with a Twist

Sunday, March 17, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Am Yisrael is excited to host Torah Tots with a Twist. These monthly gatherings will focus on the celebration of Shabbat, Torah, Jewish Holidays and Israel. Families will celebrate being Jewish through songs, games, food, art projects and stories.

We'll celebrate Purim this session!

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

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

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Sunday School Tryout and Open House at Kol Hadash Humanistic Congregation

Sunday, March 24, 2024 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 9/17/2023 - 5/4/2024)

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