High school students and 8th Graders are invited to an afternoon of creativity, connection, and practicing our Jewish values at Misericordia, a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities. Volunteers will help residents design and decorate their own unique hats or t-shirts at craft stations. Parents can stay […]
Join R'Ari for an afternoon playing with bunnies at Cuddle Bunny Chicago in Lakeview! This program is for 6th-8th graders, especially those who are working with animals as their BMitzvah projects! The cost for this event is $20, and space is limited. Learn more about Cuddle Bunny here. Please plan to drop off/pick up your student […]
As part of the BMitzvah journey, 7th graders and their parents are invited to create their own tallis (prayer shawl) in a hands-on workshop with a Jewish artist. Together, we’ll explore the meaning and symbolism of the tallis connecting this ancient practice to your family’s story. Register
Are you a soon to be first-time parent? Join us for this three-part interactive workshop designed to help you prepare for this next chapter: the transition into parenthood. We will focus on building the foundation for your growing family with intentionality, helping you to grow your parenting skills and tools, and thinking about how you […]
Join Rabbi Ari and Rachel Mylan for a monthly 45-minute drop-in Zoom where parents of kids of all ages can learn, share, vent, and support one another. Together, we’ll explore Jewish practices, holidays, and values that can anchor our families in the rhythms of Jewish time while building community and connection. This 45-minute session is […]
Join Rabbi Ari for a morning of volunteer service! The cafe is one of Chicago’s first kosher anti-hunger programs for the needy, providing hot meals along with other community programs for Jews & non-Jews alike. Participants must be older than 12 and parents are welcome to join- please register by November 10th! Register
Build your community with other new parents of babies as we sing, schmooze, and share the oys and joys of the first year of parenting. Build Your Village is led by Director of Early and Elementary Family Life Rachel Mylan. We will offer yummy snacks, but feel to bring your own nut-free favorites. The Build Your […]
Stories, songs, and celebrating Shabbat for 0-4 year olds and their grown ups! Our Saturday service begins at 9:30 am, and families are welcomed to meet us for Rise & Shine at 10:00 am. No registration required. Children must be supervised by an adult.
Get ready to fry, bake, and celebrate! Join us at Schoolhouse Kitchen in Wicker Park for a Hanukkah cooking adventure designed for K–5 families. Together, we’ll make (and taste!) classic holiday favorites like latkes, applesauce, and sufganiyot (donuts). Between batches, we’ll play games, craft Hanukkah-themed creations, and sing a few songs to get in the […]
Explore the themes of Hanukkah and investigate darkness and light, in a low-key, sensory sensitive space designed for all kinds of learners and feelers. Families are invited to drop in for as long as is fun for your family for games, songs, and hands-on activities. This clinician-supported program will have many educators in the room […]
