Our Events

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.


Baby Beginnings

Thursday, September 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 8/1/2024 - 9/26/2024)

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

Sign up for as many sessions as you like!


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


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


Register Online

Tiny Tots Busy Brains

Friday, September 13, 2024 9:30 AM - Friday, October 25, 2024 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

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!

**No class on 10/4 or 10/11**


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


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


Register Online

Kehillah Junior

Saturday, September 14, 2024 9:30 AM - Saturday, November 16, 2024 10:45 AM <Add to Calendar>

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 hearts' content. The class combines structured activities like snack time, circle time, and art with ample opportunities for free play in our beautiful early childhood classroom. Families can socialize and build connections during the session. Throughout the course, special guest stars, including JRC’s clergy, a professional storyteller, a puppeteer, an artist, and a beloved preschool teacher, will share their unique talents, creating a rich and varied experience for all.

Due to the fall holidays, this class will meet September 14, 21, 28; October 19, 26; and November 2, 9, 16.


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


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


Register Online

jBaby | Neighborhood Night Out: Pilates in the Park | North Shore

Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for an invigorating outdoor HIIT Pilates class at beautiful Gallery Park in Glenview and bond with other jBaby parents! HIIT Pilates is an energizing fitness class that combines high intensity interval training with Pilates principles. This workout strengthens muscles, improves cardiovascular health and increases flexibility. The music will be pumping and so will your heart. Please bring along a yoga mat, water and small towel. No Pilates experience necessary. Light refreshments will be available. Exact meeting spot will be given after registration.

Location:
Gallery Park Glenview
2400 Chestnut Ave
Glenview IL, 60025


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


Register Online

jBaby and PJ Library | Multigenerational Shabbat in the Park! | Buffalo Grove

Saturday, September 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

Bring the whole extended family to a special multigenerational Shabbat in the Park! Meet adorable new friends while gathering with other parents and grandparents.

We will begin with a brief Shabbat session then spend our time on the playground and doing an art project.


Location:
Willow Stream Park
651 Old Checker Rd
Buffalo Grove IL, 60089


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


Register Online

Torah Tots

Sunday, September 15, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

We are very excited to welcome new and returning families to our Torah Tots program!

Join us on 7 Sunday mornings for an hour of fun, storytelling, and crafts designed specifically for children four years old and younger with at least one of their adults. The program will include Havdalah. We will offer special programs for Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Chanukah, Tu Bishevat and Passover.


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


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


Register Online

jBaby|New to 2 (or more) Apple Tasting at the Park|Highland Park

Sunday, September 15, 2024 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Are you new to having 2 or more jBabies in your family? Come meet other families with 2 or more children at this family play date. We will have an apple tasting competition and pouches so everyone can join in on the fun as we get ready to bring in a sweet new year together as a community.

Location:
Brown Park
655 Burton Avenue
Highland Park IL, 60035


Contact:
jbaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4905


Register Online

Movement & Sound

Monday, September 16, 2024 9:30 AM - Monday, November 4, 2024 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join other tots and caregivers to sing, move and dance!! 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!

**No class October 7**


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


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, September 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 8/1/2024 - 9/26/2024)

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

Sign up for as many sessions as you like!


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


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


Register Online

PJ Library | Neighborhood Night Out| City

Thursday, September 19, 2024 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Put your kids to bed, and join us for a child-free Neighborhood Night out at Milt's Barbecue for the Perplexed! Treat yourself to dinner and a cocktail (or two!) and mingle with fellow jBaby neighborhood parents. Appetizers will be offered to share. Participants are responsible for their own dinner and drinks.

Location:
Milts Barbecue for the Perplexed
3411 N Broadway
Chicago IL, 60657


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


Register Online

jBaby| Neighborhood Night Out: Starlit Strength Session| Skokie

Thursday, September 19, 2024 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

Come join certified trainer "Toned by Ari"for an invigorating evening outdoor workout! Join us for a Parents Night Out, where you can tone those baby-lifting muscles and enjoy a fun, energizing session. Take a break, connect with others, and get stronger together under the stars.

Location:
Skokie
To be given after registration
Skokie IL, 60076


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


Register Online

Wiggles & Giggles

Friday, September 20, 2024 11:00 AM - Friday, December 20, 2024 11:45 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for a parent-child program, 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.

Class meets September 20, October 25, November 1, November 15, December 6, and December 20.


Location:
Lake County JCC
23280 N. Old McHenry Rd
Lake Zurich IL, 60047


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


Register Online

PJ Library Family Camp at OSRUI

Friday, September 20, 2024 4:00 PM - Tuesday, September 24, 2024 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

In partnership with JFAM and OSRUI, PJ Library invites you to get away, unwind and introduce your family to the magic of Jewish camp complete with campfires, s’mores, sports, nature, sing-alongs, art, Shabbat, and so much more! Our PJ Library Family Camp weekends are an all-inclusive Jewish experience especially designed for families with children 6 and under.


Location:
OSRUI
600 Lac La Belle Dr
Oconomowoc IL, 53066


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


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Tot Time at Shoresh

Friday, September 20, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for the best Shabbat vibes of the month! KAM Isaiah Israel's Tot Time is a play-based Jewish learning experience for children 4 and under, along with their caregivers. Enjoy community candle lighting and blessings with our school-age families, and kick off your Friday night with a touch of love and connection.

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

K'ilu's Back-In-Time High Holiday Adventure ft. Jonathan Chapman and Friends!

Friday, September 20, 2024 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

Temple Jeremiah Young Families are proud to partner with K'ilu for an Intergenerational Shabbat Adventure. Join us for our "Back-In-Time High Holy Day Adventure," for Tots, Parents, Grandparents and Friends! Climb aboard a ship headed across the sea, but watch out for storms! Follow Jonah on an adventure under the sea and inside the belly of a whale in this interactive theatrical adventure that brings this High Holy Days tale to life through immersive storytelling, music, movement, and play. Dinner to follow.

Location:
937 Happ Road
Northfield IL, 60093


Contact:
Matt Rissien
matt@templejeremiah.org
913-980-5863


Web Page Register Online

Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, September 22, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

jBaby| Rosh Hashanah: Buzzin with the Bees |Vernon Hills

Sunday, September 22, 2024 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Grab the whole family for a Rosh Hashanah celebration honoring the pollinators that give us our holiday honey and so much more! Join us in the garden at Honey House (a local bee farm and shop) for a honey tasting and a ""Bees 101"" education session. Sample 3 flavors of local honey paired with a variety of apples, enjoy a pollinator-themed activity and learn how bees help sustain the ecosystem and what we can all do to help.

Honey samples and light snacks are included. A variety of honeys, teas and gifts will be available for purchase in the shop. Please note that Honey House asks all attendees to sign a waiver.


Location:
Honey House Vernon Hills
91 S Milwaukee Ave.
Vernon Hills IL, 60061


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, September 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

(Recurring Weekly on Thursday, between 8/1/2024 - 9/26/2024)

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

Sign up for as many sessions as you like!


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


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


Register Online

jBaby & PJ Library| Family Shabbat Dinner | Northshore

Friday, September 27, 2024 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Come meet other PJ Library families and bring in Shabbat together as a community! We will have some Rosh Hashanah themed food and activities in preparation for the beginning of the sweet new year. Registration covers the cost of dinner for your whole family.

Location:
Max and Bennys
461 Waukegan Rd.
Northbrook IL, 60062


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


Register Online

Sticky, Slimy, Shabbat

Saturday, September 28, 2024 9:30 AM - Saturday, November 16, 2024 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join us on Shabbat morning for sticky, slimy, tactile activities to help your child celebrate Shabbat! We'll end each class with a challah snack and some Shabbat songs. Best for children ages 12-24 months and their favorite adult!

**No class 10/12 or 11/2**


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


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


Register Online

jBaby & PJ Library | Rosh Hashanah Apple Picking| Union

Saturday, September 28, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join other families to prepare for a sweet Rosh Hashanah! We will pick apples together, then enjoy a snack and a story.

Registration includes cider and donuts for your family. Apple picking is an additional charge paid directly to the orchard.


Location:
Prairie Sky Orchard
4914 North Union Rd.
Union IL, 60180


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


Register Online

jBaby & PJ Library |Rosh Hashanah Celebration| Oak Park

Sunday, September 29, 2024 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Get the Rosh Hashanah celebrations started early! Join Talia, in partnership with The Oak Park Public Library, David Schwartz from Temple Har Zion, and Honeymoon Israel for a story, songs, festive snack, and more!

Location:
Oak Park Public Library
834 Lake St.
Oak Park IL, 60301


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


Register Online

JUF Young Families Celebrates Rosh Hashanah

Sunday, September 29, 2024 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah at Honey Bee Gardens Farm, a unique family farm and animal sanctuary. Visit with all the farm animals (horses, bunnies, goats, cats, dogs, and May the Pig!), take a turn fishing in the lake, explore the amazing nature playground, groove to Rosh Hashanah tunes, and watch the bees in the active hive make honey, just in time for a sweet New Year!

As a special treat, Daniel Tiger will be on hand in his trolley to transport families from a nearby parking lot to the garden, as parking on-site is limited. Daniel will pose for pictures and we will use the opportunity to talk about starting the New Year off as a kind and helpful neighbor!

Your registration fee covers all activities and admission to the garden for your entire family, plus snacks and a small jar of honey to take home.


Location:
Honey Bee Gardens Farm
8405 Kearney Rd
Downers Grove IL, 60516


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


Register Online

JNew Moms Group (City)

Tuesday, October 1, 2024 1:00 PM - Tuesday, November 5, 2024 2:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

The JNew Moms Group offers a professionally facilitated supportive environment for first-time mothers to share their experiences, exchange ideas, and connect with others while exploring relevant topics such as sleep, infant development, self-care, work-life balance, and ways they might incorporate Jewish culture into their growing families. The journey into parenthood is unique and transformative for all families, and we honor the diversity of this powerful human experience. As such, JCC Chicago’s JNew Moms Groups are open to gestational, non-gestational, foster and adoptive caregivers who feel connected to Judaism in some way, shape, or form. We welcome ALL parents, regardless of age, race, gender identity and expression, sexuality, ability, or family composition.

Location:
Prenatal Fit
1937 W. Diversey Pkwy
Chicago IL, 60614


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


Register Online

Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, October 6, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

Broadway & Me with Stages Chicago

Sunday, October 13, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

(Recurring Monthly on the Second Sunday of every month between 9/8/2024 - 5/11/2025)

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.

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


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


Register Online

Broadway Storytime: Movers and Shakers

Wednesday, October 16, 2024 9:30 AM - Wednesday, December 11, 2024 10:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

ntroduce 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**

**No class November 27**


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 16, 2024 10:30 AM - Wednesday, December 11, 2024 11:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

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**

**No class November 27**


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


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


Register Online

Tot Time at Shoresh

Friday, October 18, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for the best Shabbat vibes of the month! KAM Isaiah Israel's Tot Time is a play-based Jewish learning experience for children 4 and under, along with their caregivers. Enjoy community candle lighting and blessings with our school-age families, and kick off your Friday night with a touch of love and connection.

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

PJ Library| Happy Sukkot: Pizza and Cookie Decorating| Deerfield

Friday, October 18, 2024 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

Happy Sukkot! Come schmooze, nosh, and build a sweet cookie sukkah with PJ Library friends at Il-Forno Pizza and Pasta. While our pizza bakes, our little builders can make the tastiest Sukkah from a special cookie kit.
Registration is per family and includes a pizza dinner and one Sukkot themed cookie kit.


Location:
Il-Forno Pizza and Pasta
750 Osterman Ave.
Deerfield IL, 60015


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


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Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, October 20, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

Torah Tots

Sunday, October 20, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

We are very excited to welcome new and returning families to our Torah Tots program!

Join us on 7 Sunday mornings for an hour of fun, storytelling, and crafts designed specifically for children four years old and younger with at least one of their adults. The program will include Havdalah. We will offer special programs for Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Chanukah, Tu Bishevat and Passover.


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


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


Register Online

jBaby & PJ Library | Didier Farms Pumpkin Fest | Lincolnshire

Saturday, October 26, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Get ready! Our wonderful jbaby Ambassadors, Lauren and Leah are now PJ Library Connectors too! Please join jBaby and PJ families for Pumpkin Fest at Didier Farms for a fun Fall outing! We will meet for a snack and story time before exploring the many farm activities and attractions.


Location:
Didier Farms
16678 Aptakisic Rd.
Lincolnshire IL, 60069


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


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Toys, Tots and Tales

Sunday, October 27, 2024 9:30 AM - Sunday, December 15, 2024 10:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

This class for almost 2-3 year olds is designed around community building, free play, age appropriate Jewish stories, music and projects. Led by a master early childhood teacher this experience will allow parents to form a community and children to thrive in a Jewish space filled with love and acceptance. All are welcome!

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


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


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Happy Challah-Days

Thursday, October 31, 2024 9:30 AM - Thursday, December 19, 2024 10:45 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for Happy Challah-days, a welcoming and enriching class designed for families with infants 0-12 months. Held in our beautiful early childhood center, this program offers a play-based environment with toys, musical instruments, and books for babies to enjoy while parents build supportive relationships and connect with the rhythms of Jewish life. Through sensory play, music, and stories, our teacher Carol Shukur will bring Jewish traditions to life, enhancing your family’s connection to the Jewish calendar and community. This casual class provides a special opportunity for caregivers to form friendships, share experiences, and support one another on their parenting journeys. Grandparents and other grownups are also invited to participate in this class.

No class November 28


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


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, October 31, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

LEAP into Shabbat

Friday, November 1, 2024 9:45 AM - Friday, December 20, 2024 10:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

This class offers a joyful and engaging Shabbat experience with singing and activities for children ages 0-3. Led by CJDS Director of Jewish Studies, Tamar Cytryn, along with an experienced musician. Register today!

**No class November 29**


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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Shabbat Shirah

Friday, November 1, 2024 10:00 AM - Friday, November 22, 2024 10:45 AM <Add to Calendar>

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 12-24 months, but babies are welcome.

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


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


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Music B'Yachad

Friday, November 1, 2024 10:15 AM - Friday, December 20, 2024 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

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 November 8**


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


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


Register Online

Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, November 3, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, November 7, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

Wiggles & Giggles

Thursday, November 7, 2024 10:00 AM - Thursday, December 5, 2024 10:45 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for a parent-child program, 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.

Class meets November 7, 14, 21, and December 5


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


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


Register Online

Broadway & Me with Stages Chicago

Sunday, November 10, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

(Recurring Monthly on the Second Sunday of every month between 9/8/2024 - 5/11/2025)

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.

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


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


Register Online

Torah Tots

Sunday, November 10, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

We are very excited to welcome new and returning families to our Torah Tots program!

Join us on 7 Sunday mornings for an hour of fun, storytelling, and crafts designed specifically for children four years old and younger with at least one of their adults. The program will include Havdalah. We will offer special programs for Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Chanukah, Tu Bishevat and Passover.


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


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, November 14, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

Tot Time at Shoresh

Friday, November 15, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for the best Shabbat vibes of the month! KAM Isaiah Israel's Tot Time is a play-based Jewish learning experience for children 4 and under, along with their caregivers. Enjoy community candle lighting and blessings with our school-age families, and kick off your Friday night with a touch of love and connection.

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


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Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, November 17, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, November 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, December 5, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

Tot Time at Shoresh

Friday, December 6, 2024 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for the best Shabbat vibes of the month! KAM Isaiah Israel's Tot Time is a play-based Jewish learning experience for children 4 and under, along with their caregivers. Enjoy community candle lighting and blessings with our school-age families, and kick off your Friday night with a touch of love and connection.

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

Broadway & Me with Stages Chicago

Sunday, December 8, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

(Recurring Monthly on the Second Sunday of every month between 9/8/2024 - 5/11/2025)

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.

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


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


Register Online

Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, December 8, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

Baby Beginnings

Thursday, December 12, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

Sensory Celebrations

Sunday, December 15, 2024 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Experience the Jewish holidays and seasons with sensory, tactile activities. Engage in art, music, stories, and free play. A challah snack will be served. Best for children ages 12 months and older along with their favorite adult! Families are welcome to stay from 10-10:30 for our Family School music and service.

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


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


Register Online

Torah Tots

Sunday, December 15, 2024 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

We are very excited to welcome new and returning families to our Torah Tots program!

Join us on 7 Sunday mornings for an hour of fun, storytelling, and crafts designed specifically for children four years old and younger with at least one of their adults. The program will include Havdalah. We will offer special programs for Rosh Hashanah, Sukkot, Simchat Torah, Chanukah, Tu Bishevat and Passover.


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 Beginnings

Thursday, December 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Baby Beginnings is geared for babies 12 months and younger and their grown-ups. Join incredible community experts for music, postpartum health, Jewish life with baby, and more!

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
312-357-4907


Register Online

Wiggles & Giggles

Friday, January 10, 2025 11:00 AM - Friday, March 21, 2025 11:45 AM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for a parent-child program, 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.

Class meets January 10, January 24, February 7, February 21, March 7, and March 21.


Location:
Lake County JCC
23280 N. Old McHenry Rd
Lake Zurich IL, 60047


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


Register Online

Tot Time at Shoresh

Friday, January 10, 2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for the best Shabbat vibes of the month! KAM Isaiah Israel's Tot Time is a play-based Jewish learning experience for children 4 and under, along with their caregivers. Enjoy community candle lighting and blessings with our school-age families, and kick off your Friday night with a touch of love and connection.

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

Tot Time at Shoresh

Friday, February 21, 2025 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

Join us for the best Shabbat vibes of the month! KAM Isaiah Israel's Tot Time is a play-based Jewish learning experience for children 4 and under, along with their caregivers. Enjoy community candle lighting and blessings with our school-age families, and kick off your Friday night with a touch of love and connection.

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

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