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jBaby Chicago Family Events

jBaby family events are for the entire family (yes, grandparents too!) Throughout the year celebrate holidays with us at an Ultimate Playdate, make a new friend at Bagels in the Park or enjoy a tot-sized concert with one of our favorite local musicians. Join us at kid-friendly locations or sometimes from the comfort of your couch.

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.

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

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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

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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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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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