Our Events

jBaby Chicago Meet Ups

Join our jBaby Parent Ambassadors as they host an in-person or virtual gathering. Meet Ups are one-time events that include play dates, crafts and volunteer opportunities. Find one happening near you!

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 | 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


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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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jBaby | Cookbook Craft and Recipe Swap| Deerfield

Friday, January 19, 2024 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM <Add to Calendar>

Have recipes to share? Don't know what to make tonight? Want to hang out with awesome folks while making your own custom cookbook? Come join Anna and Laila at our totally chill Cookbook Crafting/Recipe Swapping meet-up. We'll provide all the crafty tools you need. Just bring yourself and your favorite recipe! Babies are welcome! Crafts for toddlers will also be provided.

Location:
Deerfield Library- Meeting Room A/B
920 Waukegan Rd.
Deerfield IL, 60015


Contact:
jBaby Chicago
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