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04/29/2026

Lacey found her community, and now she’s helping others find theirs. What a mensch! We ♥️ you, Lacey!

03/03/2026

👋Does completing the 4 mitzvot of Purim feel overwhelming with a jBaby at home?

🎭 Try these easy and meaningful ways to start traditions with your family.

🎉 Chag Purim Sameach!

1. 📜Watch the Purim Story in under 3 minutes with Shalom Sesame: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wvrbAa2Onk
2. 🍴 Cut a piece of bread in to a circle, place jelly in the center, and fold in to a hamantaschen: https://www.ourhappytribe.net/home/diy-no-bake-hamantaschen
3. 🍎🍪Bring at least 2 different snacks to a friend at the park
4. 🥫🥫 Bring canned goods to food drives or volunteer with TOV Volunteer Network (JUF) for Mitzvah Mania

01/28/2026

📆THIS WEEKEND! Sunday, February 1 at 10am

🌱Celebrate Tu Bi'Shevat, the Birthday of the Trees at The Family Room in Lakeview!

☕Come for the coffee, stay for the conversations and community.
💻Register here: https://bit.ly/TuBishevatPlayandCraft

01/21/2026

Sunday's forecast is looking chilly, but not with PJ Library Chicago & Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School! Come explore a morning of wonder and creation (and some coffee).

Free Registration here: https://bit.ly/MakeSomethingFromNothing

Travel through Akiba-Schechter Jewish Day School with PJ Library on Sunday January 25th 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.
This is event is free, register here!
https://bit.ly/MakeSomethingFromNothing

01/15/2026

🥯Eat a bagel today, it's a mitzvah!

12/23/2025

🕎That’s a wrap on Chanukah! Thank you to everyone who joined our celebrations— can’t wait til next year! ✨

11/17/2025

Join JUF Young Families at Oakbrook’s ❄️Winter Lights Festival for a cozy 🕎Chanukah celebration!
Take a ✨twinkly walk with your crew, then head inside for 🍕pizza, 🍩sufganiyot, 🎶live music, and a joyful community candle lighting.🕎
It’s going to be festive, delicious, and full of holiday cheer!
📝Sign up here! https://bit.ly/ChanukahatWinterLightsFestival

11/13/2025

Join PJ Library and Jewish Day Schools in Chicago for an unforgettable Chanukah Celebration at The Family Room, Lakeview's newest playspace!

This event is free, but space is limited. Register today! https://bit.ly/ShineTogetherPJLibrary

10/06/2025

🍋Happy Sukkot!🍃

🌿Sukkot is a harvest holiday that is great for babies!
👶If your jBaby is too young to join in on the feast there are other ways to celebrate, too!
🥭Pick up a "new to you" fruit and let your baby explore
🎨Grab some fingerpaints for Sukkah decorations
✨Stay up a little past bedtime and stargaze together.

How are you celebrating this year?
For more ideas, check out pjlibrary.org/sukkot

09/15/2025

👀Come see what Day Schools can offer you! Whether you're just curious or already considering Jewish Day School, join PJ Library on October 12 at The Family Room to meet other families, connect with educators, and enjoy vibrant programs🎨 designed for kids and parents alike.🎶 Can't wait to meet you!

Register at link in comments and bio.

09/10/2025

🍎Celebrate Rosh Hashanah and have a Birthday Party for the world🌍 at Independence Grove in Libertyville!
Join us on Sunday September 14th for 🎵live tunes, 🧁sweet birthday snacks, ♻️eco-friendly crafts, and playtime at one of the area’s most amazing playgrounds and nature preserves.🛝🌳🌱🌰
🥳Happy Birthday dear world, happy birthday to you! 💖
🔗Registration link in bio and comments.

09/04/2025

👀If you're looking for a meaningful, family-friendly way to celebrate, explore our 🍎High Holiday Resource Guide!🍯
🕍 Many Chicagoland synagogues offer free family and tot services open to the community—featuring 🎶 music, 📖 stories, 🎨 art, and interactive experiences designed for little ones.
🏠 Prefer to celebrate at home? Check out the PJ Library Rosh Hashanah Hub for fun ideas and activities!
Links in Bio
🌍Shanah Tovah u'metukah!🌎