Kehillah Junior
Saturday, January 24, 2026 9:30 AM - Saturday, February 28, 2026 10:45 AM
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 heart’s content. Then, the adults and tots will enter the Early Childhood Classroom to play, sing, socialize and craft. The classroom time will be run as a co-op model, where the adults can bring stories, songs or games if they wish, and enjoy the activity stations that will be set up ahead of time. Families will socialize and build connections during the session. Throughout the course, visitors, including JRC’s clergy, will share their unique talents, creating a rich and varied experience for all.
Location:
Jewish Reconstructionist Congregation
303 Dodge Avenue
Evanston IL, 60202
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Baby & Me Yoga Class
Sunday, January 25, 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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Make Something from Nothing with PJ Library & Jewish Day Schools
Sunday, January 25, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Travel through Akiba with PJ Library and unlock the magic hidden in every corner!
Embark on an interactive scavenger hunt where each room holds a unique adventure. Collect stamps as you explore and dive into hands-on experiences that spark creativity and imagination. From building worlds out of cardboard to experimenting with lights and shadows, every stop is a chance to discover and create something new from… absolutely nothing!
Sneak peeks include:
📦 Cardboard Challenge
💡 Lights & Shadows
📖 Story Lab
🗺️ Small Worlds
…and more surprises along the way!
Parking and snacks will be available.
Location:
Akiba Schechter Jewish Day School
5235 South Cornell Ave.
Chicago IL, 60615
Contact:
PJ Library
pjlibrary@juf.org
312-357-4920
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Babyccino
Sunday, January 25, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 1/11/2026 - 2/1/2026)
Babyccino with Chabad of Lincoln Square is a Pop-Up Playspace to Nurture Community Join local Jewish moms + tots in a holistic social experience as we explore some beautiful core Jewish values together through music + movement + sensory stimulants. This class meets 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, & 2/1. Register one session at a time for $15 or the entire 4-week class for $50!
Location:
Itsy-Bitsy Play Space
4210 N. Western Avenue
Chicago IL, 60618
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Jamberry Music
Tuesday, January 27, 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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Pre Gan Gani
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 9:30 AM - Wednesday, March 4, 2026 10:30 AM
Enjoy a Hebrew immersion learning and play experience for you and your little one! In partnership with JUF's jBaby, join us Wednesday mornings from 9:30-10:30am for a joyful, interactive class designed for babies ages 6-18 months and their caregivers.
Led by warm and experienced early childhood educators, this class offers Hebrew language exposure, Jewish holiday learning, music, sensory play, and movement--all in a fun and nurturing environment. No previous knowledge of Hebrew is needed--everyone is welcome to join our growing community!
Location:
2464 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago IL, 60614
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Music B'Yachad
Thursday, January 29, 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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New Parents Connect
Thursday, January 29, 2026 10:00 AM - Thursday, February 26, 2026 11:00 AM
A warm and welcoming group for parents and their babies to learn, share, and grow together. Each session features guidance from experts on topics such as infant massage, sleep, feeding, healthy parenting, and early development. Connect with other new parents, gain confidence, and discover tools to support your baby’s first year—all in a supportive, nurturing environment.
Location:
Chicago Sinai Congregation
15 West Delaware Place
Chicago IL, 60610
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Baby Beginnings
Friday, January 30, 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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Bim Bam Baby
Friday, January 30, 2026 9:45 AM - Friday, March 6, 2026 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 Rd.
Northfield IL, 60093
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jbabychicago@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Torah Tots
Sunday, February 1, 2026 9:15 AM - 10:15 AM
It's truly rewarding to provide our youngest children with enriching Jewish experiences! Join us to connect with our traditions, build community, and make new friends who share similar values. Our programming includes engaging activities like crafts, play, song, Havdalah, and child-friendly food, often tied to upcoming Jewish holidays.
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 & Me Yoga Class
Sunday, February 1, 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
Babyccino
Sunday, February 1, 2026 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
(Recurring Weekly on Sunday, between 1/11/2026 - 2/1/2026)
Babyccino with Chabad of Lincoln Square is a Pop-Up Playspace to Nurture Community Join local Jewish moms + tots in a holistic social experience as we explore some beautiful core Jewish values together through music + movement + sensory stimulants. This class meets 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, & 2/1. Register one session at a time for $15 or the entire 4-week class for $50!
Location:
Itsy-Bitsy Play Space
4210 N. Western Avenue
Chicago IL, 60618
Contact:
jBaby Chicago
jBabyChicago@juf.org
312-357-4907
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Wiggles and Giggles
Thursday, February 5, 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 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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Shoresh Tot Time
Friday, February 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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JUF Young Families Rock and Glow Havdalah
Saturday, February 7, 2026 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Join us for a rocking afternoon of music, dancing, and so many glow sticks! Jesse Jukebox and DJ Terkey Sandwich will bring the beats for a glow-tastic live concert. After the music, we’ll gather for a kid-friendly Havdalah service, celebrating the end of Shabbat with light and laughter.
Location:
Lakeview Room, Glenview Park Center
2400 Chestnut Ave
Glenview IL, 60026
Contact:
JUF Young Families
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Baby Beginnings
Friday, February 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 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
Register Online
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 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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JUF Young Families Celebrates Purim at Wonderplay
Friday, February 27, 2026 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Join JUF Young Families at Wonderplay Chicago to celebrate Purim! We'll have the whole place to ourselves, pizza, and a special surprise guest. Come dressed to impress and we'll see you there!
Location:
Wonderplay Chicago
3501 W Belmont Ave
Chicago IL, 60618
Contact:
Young Families
youngfamilies@juf.org
312-357-4905
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Clay, Crumbs, & Costumes: A Purim Playdate with PJ Library and Chicago Jewish Day School
Sunday, March 1, 2026 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Explore the joy of Purim through a playful, hands‑on morning designed especially for young children. Families will enjoy tactile clay exploration, hamentaschen baking, costume‑based imaginative play, loose‑parts inquiry, and festive mask making.
Location:
Chicago Jewish Day School
3730 North California Ave
Chicago IL, 60618
Contact:
PJ Library
pjlibrary@juf.org
312-357-4920
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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
Register Online
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
Register Online
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
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
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
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
