Our Events

Young Family Events

These are all our Young Families events for all our programs listed here: jBaby, PJ Library and PJ Our Way

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.


PJ Library | Magical Hanukkah Extravaganza | Elgin

Sunday, December 10, 2023 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

In partnership with Congregation Kneseth Israel, join us to celebrate Hanukkah with your family. This extravaganza will feature games, dreidel competitions, crafts, handmade menorahs, stories, face painting, latkes and hot dogs, and a special SURPRISE show! Open to all ages.

Location:
Congregation Kneseth Israel
330 Divison St.
Elgin IL, 60120


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


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Chanukah with Candycopia | Oak Park

Sunday, December 10, 2023 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM <Add to Calendar>

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





Location:
Oak Park Public Library Meeting Room
834 Lake Street
Oak Park IL, 60301


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


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jBaby | Hanukkah Tunes for Tots | City

Sunday, December 17, 2023 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

Let's extend the Hanukkah celebrations a little longer this year with jBaby! Join us Sunday, December 17th at Tiny Tots for the best Hanukkah jam session with Mr. Jeremy and a fun popup playdate. If you've never had the opportunity to sing with Mr. Jeremy and your littles, you won't want to miss this!

This event This event is for infants and crawlers. If you have a walker, please join us for the Celebrate Hanukkah event we're co-sponsoring with PJ Library at Bernard Zell on Sunday, December 10th!


Location:
Tiny Tots Inc.
2603-2611 N Halsted St.
Chicago IL, 60614


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


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Music and Memories | Northbrook Inn

Tuesday, December 19, 2023 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM <Add to Calendar>

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

jBaby | Russian-Speaking Playdate | Lake Zurich

Sunday, January 14, 2024 9:00 AM - 8:30 PM <Add to Calendar>

Worried that your little one doesn't have enough Russian language exposure? Looking for Russian-speaking friends for your kiddo? Interested in meeting other Russian-speaking parents to troubleshoot and problem-solve unique bilingual challenges together? Then this event is for you! Come enjoy an hour of open-play time. Snacks and toys will be provided. Open to kids ages 0-5.

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


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


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PJ Library | Tu Bishvat celebration at Kidcraete | City

Sunday, January 21, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM <Add to Calendar>

Call all aspiring artists! Join us to celebrate the new year for the trees at Kidcreate (Lakeview). Come to create your next masterpiece in honor of Tu Bishvat. We will craft, sing happy birthday to the trees, and nosh. We will of course have birthday cake (and coffee for grown-ups)!

This event is best suited for children ages 3-7 years old. 

Please reach out to Elizabeth (elizabethdarvick@juf.org) if you have any dietary restrictions.


Location:
Kidcreate Lakeview
3709 N Southport Ave.
Chicago IL, 60613


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


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“The participants in my jBaby class are a really special group of warm families who are dipping their toe into Jewish programming, had a positive experience and want to get more involved.”

jBaby Chicago Parent