Gather with friends old and new for a variety of experiences this Fall. Most classes wrap up with a song session with Cantor Rachel Brook! Sign up for one session or bundle to save! Thursdays 10:30-11:30am at Anshe Emet. Light snacks will be provided.
Each class is $18 for Anshe Emet Members; $22 for non-members.
Sign up for 6 or more classes and receive a discount code for 10% off
October 12 • Busy Babies with Buddha Belly Kids Yoga
Yoga is inclusive, safe, and nervous-system focused at this age! This class is designed for babies 12 months and under with their caregiver to unplug and bond in the most playful of ways. Babies and their grown-ups will interact through moving, breathing, and connecting. Expect giggles, tears, naps, feeding, chaos, and community with baby whisperer, Erin Bracco, founder of BBKY.
October 19 • Immersing your baby in books and stories with Max Handelman
Max Handelman invites grown-ups and babies to jump into a great story. We’ll look at the “must have” books for your baby’s library, share some good Jewish stories, and learn some techniques for making story time the coziest it can be.
October 26 • Lullaby League with Stages
During this music class, your Broadway Baby will be introduced to new songs and sensory experiences designed with their unique needs in mind. After music time, you’ll have the chance to connect with other parents and caregivers and ask us all of your burning child development questions! Lullaby League was created by Stages Chicago founder, Emily Pinas, and Director of Early Childhood Development, Colin Funk, who both hold M.S. degrees in Child Development from Erikson Institute.
November 2 • Mr. Dave Music
MDM inspires friends to sing together while gently moving with their babies creating a unique bonding experience through the language of music. This baby class will get your little one rockin’ and rollin’ (maybe even walkin’)! Introduce your baby to music through creative play that builds gross motor skills and social connections.
November 9 • Busy Babies with Buddha Belly Kids Yoga
Yoga is inclusive, safe, and nervous-system focused at this age! This class is designed for babies 12 months and under with their caregiver to unplug and bond in the most playful of ways. Babies and their grown-ups will interact through moving, breathing, and connecting. Expect giggles, tears, naps, feeding, chaos, and community with baby whisperer, Erin Bracco, founder of BBKY.
November 16 • Miss Katie Sings
Join musician and teaching artist, Miss Katie, for an interactive early childhood music class! The session will include fun singalongs, fingerplays, and sensory exploration with shakers, scarves, and bubbles.
November 23 • no class due to Thanksgiving
November 30 • Rhythm & Routine: Harmony for Happy Families with Sweet Piece Solutions
This class is designed to empower parents and caregivers in crafting structured daily routines that bring peace and joy to their family life. In this interactive session, you will learn the art of establishing consistency and predictability in your baby’s daily schedule, fostering a sense of security and confidence in them. We’ll delve into the science behind why routines matter, how they promote healthy development, and provide you with practical, personalized strategies for implementing them effectively. Join us to unlock the secrets of balanced family rhythms that nurture both your baby’s well-being and your own peace of mind.
December 7 • Jewish values and building gratitude into every day with Max Handelman
Jewish values are happening every day. Just in time for Chanukah, Max Handelman helps grow-ups and their babies explore how to appreciate the blessings all around us. We will investigate how Jewish values like Hakarat HaTov (Recognizing the Good, aka Gratitude) can transform the way we move through each day.
December 14 • Baby Sensory Art with Dandelion Therapeutic Art Center
“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once we grow up.” – Pablo Picasso
It isn’t too early to cultivate and nurture your baby’s inner artist! Babies can benefit from the expressive, exploratory and sensory nature of the visual arts. In class, babies and caregivers will be guided through sensory base art activity stations. These sensory art stations are designed to enhance your baby’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive development through the creative process.
December 21 • Lullaby League with Stages
During this music class, your Broadway Baby will be introduced to new songs and sensory experiences designed with their unique needs in mind. After music time, you’ll have the chance to connect with other parents and caregivers and ask us all of your burning child development questions! Lullaby League was created by Stages Chicago founder, Emily Pinas, and Director of Early Childhood Development, Colin Funk, who both hold M.S. degrees in Child Development from Erikson Institute.
