Dr. Sue's Wonderlab

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The home of fun & education for Jewish children, in honor of Dr. Susan Shoshana Weisberg. The letter was given to the Rabbi, after her passing.

In the two years prior to her passing, Dr. Weisberg started purchasing books chosen to inspire young children in Jewish learning and values. They were not intended merely for her family but for the North Shore Community. This “library and play center” was housed in a remodeled addition to her home in Highland Park, IL. Together with The Central Avenue Synagogue, it was expected that groups of young children would be brought to the library beginning in the summer of 2015. During the last months of her life, when it became too difficult for Susan to complete the project,she wrote a letter to Rabbi and Michla Schanowitz, asking if the library and play center could be established within the Synagogue. We are honored and humbled to fulfill her mission. It would come as no surprise to those that knew Dr. Sue well, that she even left specific instructions for the placement of the shelves, which were to be at children’s height for easy observation and grasp. In the future, the Library will include a reading room, an activity center, a puppet theater, an art room and more. So much more than just a library, it will be a warm, inviting children’s dreamland open to all members of the community. There will be mom ‘n tot programming, group play, arts and crafts, music activities, and a host of opportunities for imaginative play and development. Dr. Sue lived her life caring for young children, dedicating herself at all hours of the day and night to ensuring their health and well-being. She took a personal interest in each of her patients and their families, treating them as if they were members of her own family. The Library is a way for the community to help perpetuate her legacy of love and to say THANKS, DOC!

10/30/2026

Little Lights is here! 🕎✨

Our Babyccino classes are back, and this time we're getting ready for Chanukah! Four cozy mornings of sensory play, music & movement, and holiday fun for little ones ages 9 months – 3 years, with coffee for the grown-ups ☕

🫒 Nov 19: Olive You
🦃 Nov 26: Pumpkin Spice Latte (Thanksgiving morning!)
🏺 Dec 3: Digging Judea
🥔 Dec 10: Whole Latke Love

Home on Thanksgiving morning? Bring your little one to play, sip a pumpkin spice latte, and bake a challah for your holiday table! 🍞 (Signed up for all 4? You're already in! 💛)

📅 Thursdays · 10:15–11:15am
📍 850 Central Ave, Highland Park
💲 $14 a class, or all 4 for $50

Register here:
drsueswonderlab.com/events/babyccino-littlelights

Our Instagram family is growing! Follow for photos, stories, and updates on upcoming kids' programs. And tag a friend who'd love it too! 🧪✨
👉 instagram.com/drsueswonderlab

10/22/2026

Our little ones had SO much fun at Babyccino today! 🔍💛 Next up is Little Lights, a
Chanukah series for ages 9 months – 3 years, with sensory play , music & movement, and
holiday fun! 🕎
🫒 Nov 19: Olive Y ou 🎃 Nov 26: Pumpkin Spice Latte (Thanksgiving morning!) 🔍 Dec 3:
Digging Judea 🥔 Dec 10: Whole Latke Love
📅 Thursdays · 10:15–11:15 am 📍 850 Central A ve., Highland P ark 💲 $14 a class, or all 4 for
$50.
RSVP today!
www.drsueswonderlab.com/events/babyccino-littlelights

10/19/2026

📸 We're on Instagram! 📸
Follow Dr. Sue's Wonderlab on Instagram for class photos, fun videos of the kids, and behind-the-scenes peeks you won't see here.
👉

10/19/2026

Shabbat in Safed 💙

Our little travelers had the most wonderful first stop on our Babyccino trip to Israel! This week we visited Safed, the beautiful blue city, where little hands dug and scooped through a sea of blue beads, made their very own blue challah covers, sang, danced, and baked fresh challah together. 🍞✨

Thank you to our amazing teacher, Chana Shusterman, and to all the moms, dads, and little ones who joined us. What a joyful way to welcome Shabbat! 🕯️

Next stop: the Dead Sea Scrolls 🔍

10/07/2026

Pack your bags, little ones! ✈️ We're going to ISRAEL!

Babyccino: Play in Israel is a 4-week sensory adventure for ages 9 months – 3 years, with music, movement, and challah baking every week!
RSVP .today!!

https://www.drsueswonderlab.com/classes/p/babycinno-israel

06/02/2026

BABYCCINO is coming this summer!

A boutique Mommy & Me experience for little ones ages 6 months–2.5 years.

✨ Sensory Play
✨ Music & Movement
✨ Weekly Challah Baking
✨ Beautiful Seasonal Themes
✨ Community & Connection

🍋 Pink Lemonade Stand
💜 Lavender Haze
🐚 The Hamptons
🍊 Orange Creamsicle

Thursdays in Highland Park.

Because the sweetest memories are made together. 💕

RSVP today!

https://www.drsueswonderlab.com/events/babyccino

05/20/2026

SHAVUOT at the Dr. Sue’s Wonderlab is going to be SO much fun!

Come hear the 10 Commandments, enjoy a delicious buffet dinner & ice cream, and every child will receive their very own Needoh ice cream squishy! 🍦✨

PLUS — games, prizes, activities, and fun for everyone!
Bring the kids, bring the grandparents, bring your friends — everyone is welcome! 💙

📍 Friday, May 22 • 5:15 PM
📍 North Suburban Chabad

We can’t wait to celebrate together!

05/12/2026

Hear the Ten Commandments… then head straight to the ice cream 🍦😄

Celebrate Shavuot with us for a night that’s meaningful, fun, and full of good energy!

✨ Delicious dairy buffet
🎉 Fun kids program & prizes
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Great for families & friends
💙 Warm, welcoming atmosphere

No pressure. No experience needed. Just come enjoy a beautiful Jewish evening together!
RSVP today!
drsueswonderlab.com/events/shavuot

04/22/2026

Come together with us for an unforgettable night in the park, where great food., and community spirit unite. Enjoy a delicious BBQ, entertainment for the kids, a bounce house, and Mr. Funwizz!. No cooking required. Bring your loved ones and friends!

RSVP today!!

www.drsueswonderlab.com/events/lagboemer

Address

850 Central Avenue
Highland Park, IL
60035

Telephone

+18474331567

Website

https://www.drsueswonderlab.com/

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