Jamberry Music
Tuesday, February 17, 2026 9:30 AM - Tuesday, February 24, 2026 10:15 AM
Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend, and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old, and siblings are welcome to join!
Location:
Beth Emet Synagogue
1224 Dempster
Evanston IL, 60202
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Music B'Yachad
Thursday, February 19, 2026 9:00 AM - Thursday, March 12, 2026 9:40 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, improve sense of balance and timing, and make musical connections to our Jewish journey.
**No class on Feb 12**
Location:
Solomon Schechter Day School ECC
3210 Dundee Road
Northbrook IL, 60062
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Wiggles and Giggles
Thursday, February 19, 2026 9:15 AM - Thursday, March 19, 2026 10:00 AM
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.
Location:
Bernard Horwich JCC
3003 W. Touhy Ave.
Chicago IL, 60645
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Baby Beginnings
Friday, February 20, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Friday, between 1/30/2026 - 3/20/2026)
Looking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us Friday mornings from 9:30am-11am at Anshe Emet! In partnership with jBaby, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more! Classes occur August-May and fill up fast! Sign up for one or all sessions. $12 a class per family – thanks to a generous jbaby grant!
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
312-357-4905
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jBaby Third Shabbat
Saturday, February 21, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
(Recurring Monthly on the Third Saturday of every month between 1/17/2026 - 4/25/2026)
Congregation Rodfei Zedek is excited to offer an exclusive, interactive musical Shabbat experience co-led by Children’s Musician Sarah Jayne Parker and Marsha’s Music, which has offered the Music Together curriculum in Hyde Park for over 20 years. jBaby Third Shabbat offers children and caregivers the chance to enjoy Shabbat by singing songs, learning about music and rhythm, and moving their bodies! Come for this fantastic program, and stay to enjoy Kiddush lunch as a community.
This class meets on: Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20, Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 21, & Apr 18.
Location:
Congregation Rodfei Zedek
5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago IL, 60615
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Baby & Me Yoga Class
Sunday, February 22, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Each class provides a calm and nurturing yoga practice filled with ways to enhance bonding and make babies happier and more comfortable in their bodies. During a Baby class, babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies, or held in loving arms. For parents, this class gives you time to enjoy the company of other parents, learn breathing, relaxation, and self-nurturing techniques while exercising and aiding your baby's emerging development and personality. No yoga experience is required. Yoga mats provided or bring one of your own.
Best for babies from birth to crawling.
Class will run on 9/21, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/15, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26.
Location:
Shir Hadash Synagogue
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling IL, 60090
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Baby Beginnings
Friday, February 27, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Friday, between 1/30/2026 - 3/20/2026)
Looking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us Friday mornings from 9:30am-11am at Anshe Emet! In partnership with jBaby, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more! Classes occur August-May and fill up fast! Sign up for one or all sessions. $12 a class per family – thanks to a generous jbaby grant!
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
312-357-4905
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Jamberry
Tuesday, March 3, 2026 9:30 AM - Tuesday, April 28, 2026 10:15 AM
Join us for joyful, collaborative music-making with Nicole Jaworski and Jamberry Music! In this class, you and your little one will bond with each other and make new friends while we sing, dance, play, pretend, and experiment with instruments. Class is geared to kids 6 months to 2.5 years old, and siblings are welcome to join!
Location:
Beth Emet Synagogue
1224 Dempster
Evanston IL, 60202
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Register Online
Baby Beginnings
Friday, March 6, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Friday, between 1/30/2026 - 3/20/2026)
Looking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us Friday mornings from 9:30am-11am at Anshe Emet! In partnership with jBaby, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more! Classes occur August-May and fill up fast! Sign up for one or all sessions. $12 a class per family – thanks to a generous jbaby grant!
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
312-357-4905
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Tiny Tots Busy Brains
Friday, March 6, 2026 9:30 AM - Friday, April 24, 2026 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.
Note: No class March 27 and April 3 for spring break and Passover.
Let's get busy! This class is best for toddlers 18+ months old.
Location:
Congregation Or Shalom
21 W Hawthorn Pkwy
Vernon Hills IL, 60061
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Shoresh Tot Time
Friday, March 6, 2026 4:30 PM - 5:45 PM
(Recurring Monthly on the First Friday of every month between 2/6/2026 - 3/6/2026)
Embrace Jewish time and ease into the evening with your little ones! Once a month during the school year, join us for a joyful Friday evening Tot Time at 4:30 PM with crafts, stories, and music. Come together with the entire Shoresh community for candle-lighting at 5:45 PM to add a beautiful moment to welcome Shabbat together. Sponsored by jBaby. Come for the whole year or when you can. Ages 4 and under with a caregiver.
Location:
KAM Isaiah Israel
5039 South Greenwood
Chicago IL, 60615
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Toys, Tots and Tales
Sunday, March 8, 2026 9:30 AM - Sunday, May 3, 2026 10:30 AM
Join early childhood educator Laura Finkel, for Sunday morning fun and learning this Fall. Temple Beth Israel in Skokie, is excited to welcome families with young children in our community to Toys, Tots and Tails – an interactive parent/tot class that focuses on a Jewish storybook brought to life with through play, art and movement. Each week will feature a different story and activities, snack and time for free-play and socializing.
This class meets on the following Sundays; 3/8, 3/15, 3/22, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26 & 5/3.
Location:
Temple Beth Israel
3601 W Dempster
Skokie IL, 60076
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Baby Beginnings
Friday, March 13, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Friday, between 1/30/2026 - 3/20/2026)
Looking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us Friday mornings from 9:30am-11am at Anshe Emet! In partnership with jBaby, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more! Classes occur August-May and fill up fast! Sign up for one or all sessions. $12 a class per family – thanks to a generous jbaby grant!
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
312-357-4905
Register Online
Baby & Me Yoga Class
Sunday, March 15, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Each class provides a calm and nurturing yoga practice filled with ways to enhance bonding and make babies happier and more comfortable in their bodies. During a Baby class, babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies, or held in loving arms. For parents, this class gives you time to enjoy the company of other parents, learn breathing, relaxation, and self-nurturing techniques while exercising and aiding your baby's emerging development and personality. No yoga experience is required. Yoga mats provided or bring one of your own.
Best for babies from birth to crawling.
Class will run on 9/21, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/15, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26.
Location:
Shir Hadash Synagogue
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling IL, 60090
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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First Friends
Monday, March 16, 2026 9:30 AM - Monday, May 18, 2026 10:30 AM
Welcome to First Friends, Keshet’s program for families of infants with disabilities or complex medical needs. Through gentle play, music and sensory experiences, babies enjoy meaningful early learning while parents connect with others who truly understand. Guided by caring experts, First Friends offers more than a class—it’s a supportive, judgment-free community built on trust and shared experiences.
Location:
Keshet
799 Central Ave Ste 250
Highland Park IL, 60035
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Web Page
Register Online
Baby Beginnings
Friday, March 20, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Friday, between 1/30/2026 - 3/20/2026)
Looking for a way to meet other families with babies under 1 year old? Join us Friday mornings from 9:30am-11am at Anshe Emet! In partnership with jBaby, we bring in experts in the field to sing, stretch, engage in sensory play and more! Classes occur August-May and fill up fast! Sign up for one or all sessions. $12 a class per family – thanks to a generous jbaby grant!
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
312-357-4905
Register Online
jBaby Third Shabbat
Saturday, March 21, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
(Recurring Monthly on the Third Saturday of every month between 1/17/2026 - 4/25/2026)
Congregation Rodfei Zedek is excited to offer an exclusive, interactive musical Shabbat experience co-led by Children’s Musician Sarah Jayne Parker and Marsha’s Music, which has offered the Music Together curriculum in Hyde Park for over 20 years. jBaby Third Shabbat offers children and caregivers the chance to enjoy Shabbat by singing songs, learning about music and rhythm, and moving their bodies! Come for this fantastic program, and stay to enjoy Kiddush lunch as a community.
This class meets on: Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20, Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 21, & Apr 18.
Location:
Congregation Rodfei Zedek
5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago IL, 60615
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Register Online
Baby & Me Yoga Class
Sunday, April 5, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Each class provides a calm and nurturing yoga practice filled with ways to enhance bonding and make babies happier and more comfortable in their bodies. During a Baby class, babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies, or held in loving arms. For parents, this class gives you time to enjoy the company of other parents, learn breathing, relaxation, and self-nurturing techniques while exercising and aiding your baby's emerging development and personality. No yoga experience is required. Yoga mats provided or bring one of your own.
Best for babies from birth to crawling.
Class will run on 9/21, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/15, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26.
Location:
Shir Hadash Synagogue
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling IL, 60090
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Register Online
RJD jBaby Mindful Minis Yoga Series
Sunday, April 5, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 4/5/2026 - 4/26/2026)
Grab your yoga mat and join your little one in this unique mindful class. We will explore yoga poses that you and your little one can practice together, and introduce mindful movement that will help your kiddos get their wiggles out, and help you de-stress. This is for babies in the age range of 0-36 months. Please bring your own yoga mat! Can’t wait to take some deep breaths with you!
Location:
475 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield IL, 60015
Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350
Register Online
Baby & Me Yoga Class
Sunday, April 12, 2026 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Each class provides a calm and nurturing yoga practice filled with ways to enhance bonding and make babies happier and more comfortable in their bodies. During a Baby class, babies enjoy yoga while on their backs, tummies, or held in loving arms. For parents, this class gives you time to enjoy the company of other parents, learn breathing, relaxation, and self-nurturing techniques while exercising and aiding your baby's emerging development and personality. No yoga experience is required. Yoga mats provided or bring one of your own.
Best for babies from birth to crawling.
Class will run on 9/21, 10/5, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/23, 12/7, 12/14, 1/18, 1/25, 2/1, 2/8, 2/22, 3/15, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/26.
Location:
Shir Hadash Synagogue
200 W Dundee Road
Wheeling IL, 60090
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Register Online
RJD jBaby Mindful Minis Yoga Series
Sunday, April 12, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 4/5/2026 - 4/26/2026)
Grab your yoga mat and join your little one in this unique mindful class. We will explore yoga poses that you and your little one can practice together, and introduce mindful movement that will help your kiddos get their wiggles out, and help you de-stress. This is for babies in the age range of 0-36 months. Please bring your own yoga mat! Can’t wait to take some deep breaths with you!
Location:
475 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield IL, 60015
Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350
Register Online
jBaby Third Shabbat
Saturday, April 18, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
(Recurring Monthly on the Third Saturday of every month between 1/17/2026 - 4/25/2026)
Congregation Rodfei Zedek is excited to offer an exclusive, interactive musical Shabbat experience co-led by Children’s Musician Sarah Jayne Parker and Marsha’s Music, which has offered the Music Together curriculum in Hyde Park for over 20 years. jBaby Third Shabbat offers children and caregivers the chance to enjoy Shabbat by singing songs, learning about music and rhythm, and moving their bodies! Come for this fantastic program, and stay to enjoy Kiddush lunch as a community.
This class meets on: Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 20, Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 21, & Apr 18.
Location:
Congregation Rodfei Zedek
5200 S. Hyde Park Blvd
Chicago IL, 60615
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Register Online
RJD jBaby Mindful Minis Yoga Series
Sunday, April 19, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 4/5/2026 - 4/26/2026)
Grab your yoga mat and join your little one in this unique mindful class. We will explore yoga poses that you and your little one can practice together, and introduce mindful movement that will help your kiddos get their wiggles out, and help you de-stress. This is for babies in the age range of 0-36 months. Please bring your own yoga mat! Can’t wait to take some deep breaths with you!
Location:
475 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield IL, 60015
Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350
Register Online
RJD jBaby Mindful Minis Yoga Series
Sunday, April 26, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 4/5/2026 - 4/26/2026)
Grab your yoga mat and join your little one in this unique mindful class. We will explore yoga poses that you and your little one can practice together, and introduce mindful movement that will help your kiddos get their wiggles out, and help you de-stress. This is for babies in the age range of 0-36 months. Please bring your own yoga mat! Can’t wait to take some deep breaths with you!
Location:
475 Lake Cook Road
Deerfield IL, 60015
Contact:
Alina Zatulyviter
alinazatulyviter@juf.org
312-673-2350
Register Online
Connecting The Expecting | Cohort 46
Thursday, April 30, 2026 6:30 PM - Thursday, May 14, 2026 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.
Dates for Cohort 46: Thursday, April 30, Thursday, May 7, Friday, May 8 (Shabbat Dinner), & Thursday, May 14, 2026
Location:
Anshe Emet Synagogue
3751 W. Broadway
Chicago IL, 60613
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Register Online
First Friends
Monday, June 1, 2026 9:30 AM - Monday, July 20, 2026 10:30 AM
Welcome to First Friends, Keshet’s program for families of infants with disabilities or complex medical needs. Through gentle play, music and sensory experiences, babies enjoy meaningful early learning while parents connect with others who truly understand. Guided by caring experts, First Friends offers more than a class—it’s a supportive, judgment-free community built on trust and shared experiences.
Location:
Keshet
799 Central Ave Ste 250
Highland Park IL, 60035
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
Web Page
Register Online
