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7/25/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/25/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/25/2008

  

2008 YLD Annual Young Couples & Family Retreat

Join young couples and families for an exciting weekend of learning and relaxation with our Rabbi-in-Residence, Shoshanah Conover, Rabbi at Temple Sholom. This weekend is sponsored by the Dialogues in Jewish Life program. Group babysitting for children under the age of three years old and Mini Camp for older children will be provided during all adult programming. Highlights of the weekend include four group workshops with Rabbi Conover, Friday night services, Saturday morning services, a Tot Shabbat service, an optional yoga session, family free time and a bonfire and s'mores party for adults on Saturday night.

Location:
Perlstein Resort at Camp Chi
Lake Delton, WI

Contact:
YLD
Phone: 312-444-2833
E-mail: yld@juf.org

Register Online | Invitation (PDF)

7/25/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/25/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/25/2008

06:00 PM
  

Kabbalat Shabbat (7/25/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 6/13/2008 and 9/5/2008

Share in the joys of Shabbat at Kabbalat Shabbat, held every Friday from June 13 to September 5 at Temple Jeremiah, 937 Happ Rd., Northfield. The worship program begins with an informal reception at 6 p.m., followed by a Shabbat service at 6:30 p.m. The service consists mostly of music and is the perfect way to welcome in the weekly day of rest. All are welcome.

Location:
937 Happ Road
Northfield, IL 60093

Contact:
Temple Jeremiah
Phone: 847-441-5760
E-mail: office@templejeremiah.org

Web Page

7/26/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/26/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/26/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/26/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/27/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/27/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/27/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/27/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/27/2008

10:00 AM
- 03:00 PM
  

Chuppah Project Workshop for Engaged & Newly Married Jewish Couples

Chuppah Project Workshop for Engaged and Newly Married Jewish Couples. Sunday, July 27, 10am-3pm. Workshop assists couples in defining themselves as a couple, clarifying their expectations of marriage, developing healthy communication and skills to promote strong marriages. Workshop helps couples address each partner’s differing family and religious traditions and expectations regarding marriage. Endorsed by Chicago Board of Rabbis. $150 per couple fee includes lunch. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Sheri Fox, LCSW, 847.568.5200. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Sheri Fox, LCSW
Phone: 847-568-5200
E-mail: SheriFox@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/27/2008

12:30 PM
- 03:00 PM
  

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois Meeting(2)

Jewish Genealogical Society of Illinois will host “Mining the National Archives,” Sunday July 27, 2008, 2 p.m. at Temple Beth Israel, 3601 W. Dempster Street, Skokie. Ginger Frere, M.L.S., of Information Diggers and a reference librarian in Local and Family History will answer the questions: What’s in the archives that I can’t find online? Why make the trip? We will explore some of the lesser known holdings of the National Archives — at the Great Lakes Region and in Washington, D.C. - Post Office records, Great Lakes Maritime records, passport applications and much more. Come learn about the ways you can find and access these genealogical gold mines.

Location:
3601 W. Dempster Street
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Sandra Imyak
Phone: 312-666-0100
E-mail: info@jgsi.org

Web Page

7/27/2008

08:00 PM
  

Moshiach – Whats all the Fuss About?

Moshiach – What’s all the Fuss About? Say “Chabad” and people think “Moshiach.” Say “Moshiach” and people think “Oh, that Chabad issue.” What’s going on? What did the Lubavitcher Rebbe say? What do the Chasidim say? What’s the real story? Find out with Rabbi Manis Friedman. A noted biblical scholar and author, counselor, and speaker, Rabbi Friedman is recognized for his exceptional grasp of Jewish mysticism. He was the simultaneous translator for the Lubavitcher Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson's televised talks, and still serves as senior editor for most of the Lubavitch publishing houses. Rabbi Friedman will lecture on Sunday July 27, 2008, 8:00 p.m. at Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie, 4059 Dempster Street in Skokie. Admission

Location:
Lubavitch Chabad of Skokie
4059 W. Dempster St
Skokie, IL 60076

Contact:
Yochanan Posner
Phone: 847-677-1770
E-mail: yposner@idtdna.com

7/28/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/28/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/28/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/28/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/28/2008

09:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
  

Starting Over, Adjusting to Life in the USA (7/28/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/7/08 and 12/8/08

Starting Over, Adjusting to Life in the USA. Mondays, 9:30-11am. Drop-in group for Russian-speaking immigrants 55+ from the Former Soviet Union. No fee. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Sheri Fox, LCSW, and Lina Kotlyar, 773.866.5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Sheri Fox, LCSW
Phone: 847-568-5200
E-mail: SheriFox@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/28/2008

09:30 AM
- 11:00 AM
  

Making the Most Out of Living Life with a Chronic Physical Illness (7/28/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/7/08 and 8/25/08

Making the Most Out of Living Life with a Chronic Physical Illness. Mondays, July 7-August 25, 9:30-11:00am. Join others in discussing ways of developing interests, activities and relationships that also take your limitations into account. Group helps you maximize assets, skills and personality. 8-week group fee $120. JCFS, 85 Revere Drive, Suite J, Northbrook. Tema Rosenblum, LSW, 847.272.2882. www.jcfs.org

Location:
85 Revere Drive, Suite J
Northbrook, IL 60062

Contact:
Tema Rosenblum, LSW
Phone: 847-272-2882
E-mail: TemaRosenblum@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/28/2008

01:00 PM
- 02:30 PM
  

Coffee & Conversation for Holocaust Survivors (7/28/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/7/08 and 12/08/08

Coffee and Conversation for Holocaust Survivors -- Mondays. 1:00-2:30pm. Discussion includes challenges of aging, politics and current events, news from Israel, and family celebrations. Holocaust Memorial Foundation, 4709 Golf Road, Skokie. No fee. Sheri Fox, LCSW, David Bier, MSW, 847.568.5200. www.jcfs.org

Location:
4709 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60076

Contact:
Sheri Fox, LCSW
Phone: 847-568-5200
E-mail: SheriFox@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/28/2008

07:00 PM
- 08:30 PM
  

Beyond Limit Setting & Discipline (7/28/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/7/08 and 12/18/08

Beyond Limit Setting and Discipline. Mondays, 7-8:30pm. Ongoing parenting group for participants who have already taken an introductory parenting group helps parents strategize developmentally appropriate childrearing techniques. $15 per session fee. JCFS, 3145 Pratt, Chicago. Robin Davis, MS, 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3145 Pratt Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robin Davis, MS
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: RobinDavis@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/29/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/29/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/29/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/29/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/29/2008

10:00 AM
- 10:45 AM
  

Toddler Time (7/29/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/22/2008 and 8/26/2008

Toddler Time is a thirty-minute program of songs, finger plays, rhymes, flannel board stories, and books for children and their parent or caregiver. Toddler Time is designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years. Registration is required.

Location:
Chicago Public Library, Northtown Branch
6435 North California Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Leslee Farish Kuykendal
Phone: 312-744-2292
E-mail: lkuykenda@chipublib.org

Web Page

7/29/2008

01:30 PM
- 03:00 PM
  

Parents & Children Under 4--Tuesdays (7/29/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/8/08 and 8/5/08

Get Together for Parents & Children Ages 4 and Under--Tuesday Afternoons. 1:30-3:00pm. Join other parents to ask early childhood specialists questions and socialize. $10 per session. JCFS, 3033 W. Touhy, Chicago. Robin Davis, MS. 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robin Davis, MA
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: RobtinDavis@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/29/2008

04:00 PM
- 05:30 PM
  

Coping with the Loss of a Spouse (7/29/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/15/08 and 8/5/08

Coping with the Loss of a Spouse. Tuesdays, July 15-August 5, 4-5:30pm. 4-week support group for men and women includes topics such as understanding and coping with grief, staying healthy, making decisions, and dealing with family and social relationships. $60 series fee. JCFS, 3525 W. Peterson Avenue, 4th floor, Chicago. Robyn Seidman, LCSW, 773.866.5035. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3525 Peterson Avenue
Chicago, IL 60659

Contact:
Robyn Seidman, LCSW
Phone: 773-866-5035
E-mail: RobynSeidman@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/29/2008

07:00 PM
- 08:30 PM
  

Pre-Adoption Education Series (7/29/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/8/08 and 7/29/08

Pre-Adoption Education Series. Tuesdays, July 8-29, 7-8:30pm. 4-week series features invited presenters focusing on: Overview of Adoption & Legal Issues, Medical Issues in Adoption, Jewish Issues in Adoption, and Being an Adoptive Family. $60/individual, $90/couple series fee. JCFS, 5150 Golf Road, Skokie. Marsha Raynes, LCSW, Director of Project Esther, 773.467.3747. www.jcfs.org

Location:
5150 Golf Road
Skokie, IL 60077

Contact:
Marsha Raynes, LCSW
Phone: 773-467-3747
E-mail: MarshaRaynes@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/30/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/30/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/30/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/30/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/30/2008

03:00 AM
- 04:00 AM
  

Crafty Crew (7/30/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 6/11/2008 and 7/30/2008

Crafty Crew is a 45 minute Story-Craft program. Children will listen to a story and then create a craft based on the story. Crafty Crew is designed for children 6-10 years old. Registration is required.

Location:
Chicago Public Library, Northtown Branch
6435 North California Ave.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Leslee Farish Kuykendal
Phone: 312-744-2292
E-mail: lkuykenda@chipublib.org

Web Page

7/30/2008

10:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
  

Empowering Modern Jewish Women (7-30)

Who’s Got the Power? Empowering Modern Jewish Women with Ancient Wisdom Reflecting on Israel @ 60, a 3-Session Learning Opportunity Wednesdays 10:00 – 11:30 am -- light lunch following -- $15/Session Session #1, July 23, 2008 Israeli Women Speak Session #2, July 30, 2008 Women Coming Home Session #3, August 6, 2008 Women and Military Service in Israel

Location:
Studio J
380 Half Day
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

Contact:
Linda Magad
Phone: 847-412-4235
E-mail: lmagad@gojcc.org

7/30/2008

12:30 PM
- 02:30 PM
  

Active Communication Workshop for Refugee Couples (7/30/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/9/08 and 12/9/08

Active Communication Workshop for Refugee Couples. Wednesdays, 12:30-2:30pm. Ongoing group provides support to refugee couples who want to strengthen their family relationships, prevent conflicts and ease their transition into American culture. No fee. Jewish Vocational Services, 6526 N. California, Chicago. Maya Gumirov, MA, 847.412.4357. www.jcfs.org

Location:
6526 N. California
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Maya Gumirov, MA
Phone: 847-412-4357
E-mail: MayaGumirov@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/30/2008

01:30 PM
- 02:30 PM
  

Surviving the Loss of a Spouse--Drop-In Group (7/30/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 6/4/08 and 12/31/08

Surviving the Loss of a Spouse:Drop-In Group. Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30pm. Topics include coping with grief, making decisions, managing family and social relationships and staying healthy. Ongoing group for those whose spouse has died within past year and a half. $7 per session. JCFS, 1156 Shure Drive, Arlington Heights (adjacent to Buffalo Grove). Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, 847.392.8820. www.jcfs.org

Location:
1156 Shure Drive
Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Contact:
Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW
Phone: 847-392-8820
E-mail: RosalieGreenberger@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/30/2008

06:00 PM
- 07:00 PM
  

How Green Is My Heart: Stories & Songs to Celebrate a Wonderful World

Beloved storyteller, Gwen Hillary, and musician Enoch Williamson will enchant children and their families with tales and songs from around the world that celebrate Planet Earth: Our Home Sweet Home. Registration is recommended.

Location:
Chicago Public Library, Northtown Branch
6435 North California Ave.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Leslee Farish Kuykendal
Phone: 312-744-2292
E-mail: lkuykenda@chipublib.org

Web Page

7/31/2008

  

Praying With Lior (7/31/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/25/2008 and 7/31/2008

The winner of numerous audience wards in film festivals nationwdie, PRAYING WITH LIOR asks whether someone with Down Syndrome can be a "spiritual genius." Many believe Lior Liebling is close to God-at least thats what his family and community believe. As this moving documentary moves to its climax, Lior must pass through the gateway to manhood - his Bar Mitzvah. Showtimes: Fri., Jul. 25: 7 & 9 p.m. Sat., Jul. 26 - Sun., Jul. 27: 3,5,7 & 9p.m. Mon.-Thurs., Jul. 28-31: 7 & 9 p.m, Tickets $9; $5 for Facets members

Location:
Facets Multi-Media
1517 West Fullerton Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614

Contact:
Charles Coleman
Phone: 773-281-4114
E-mail: charles@facets.org

Web Page

7/31/2008

  

Images of Prayer, Politics, and Everyday Life from the Harry and Branka Sondheim Jewish Heritage Collection (7/31/2008)

This event occurs daily between 7/8/2008 and 8/15/2008

This exhibition, extended through August 15, features images depicting Jewish life and customs organized around events of the Jewish life cycle and calendar. The Sondheim collection span the 16th to the late 20th century and includes early books, prints, drawings, 19th- and 20th-century newspaper and magazine illustrations, and ephemeral items such as New Year’s cards and postcards. Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.; and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Location:
Special Collections Research Center, The University of Chicago Library
1100 E. 57th Street
Chicago, IL 60637

Contact:
Alice Schreyer
Phone: 773-702-8705
E-mail: Specialcollections@lib.uchicago.edu

Web Page

7/31/2008

09:45 AM
- 11:15 AM
  

Parents Group with Infant Massage (7/31/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/10/08 and 7/31/08

Parents Group with Infant Massage. Thursdays, July 10-31, 9:45-11:15am. Group will combine discussion about parenthood, infant development, and transition of having a new baby in the family with teaching an individualized approach to infant massage, which benefits parents and baby. 4-week group, $60 fee. Beth Emet Synagogue, 1224 Dempster Street, Evanston. Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW, JCFS, 847.392.8820. www.jcfs.org

Location:
1224 Dempster
Evanston, IL 60202

Contact:
Rosalie Greenberger, LCSW
Phone: 847-392-8820
E-mail: RosalieGreenberger@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/31/2008

10:00 AM
- 11:30 AM
  

Parents & Children Under 4--Thursdays (7/31/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/10/08 and 8/7/08

Get Together for Parents & Children Ages 4 and Under -- Thursday Mornings. 10:00-11:30am. Join other parents to ask early childhood specialists questions and socialize. $10 per session. JCFS, 3033 W. Touhy, Chicago. Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW, 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Joanne Kestnbaum, LCSW
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: JoanneKestnbaum@jcfs.org

Web Page

7/31/2008

10:00 AM
- 00:45 AM
  

Preschool Pals (7/31/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/24/2008 and 8/28/2008

Preschool Pals is a thirty-minute program of songs, finger plays, rhymes, flannel board stories, and books for children and their parent or caregiver. Preschool Pals is designed for children ages 3-5 years. Registration is required.

Location:
Chicago Public Library, Northtown Branch
6435 North California Ave.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Leslee Farish Kuykendal
Phone: 312-744-2292
E-mail: lkuykenda@chipublib.org

Web Page

7/31/2008

03:00 PM
- 04:00 PM
  

Crafty Kids (7/31/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 6/12/2008 and 7/31/2008

Crafty Kids is a 45 minute Story-Craft program. Children and their parent or caregiver will listen to a story and then create a craft based on the story. Crafty Kids is designed for children 3-5 years old and their parent or caretaker. Registration is required.

Location:
Chicago Public Library, Northtown Branch
6435 North California Ave.
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Leslee Farish Kuykendal
Phone: 312-744-2292
E-mail: lkuykenda@chipublib.org

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7/31/2008

04:30 PM
- 06:00 PM
  

Girls Art Psychotherapy Group (7/31/2008)

This event occurs weekly between 7/3/08 and 12/18/08

Girls Art Psychotherapy Group. Thursdays, 4:30-6pm. Long-term group provides a place for girls who have difficulty thriving in a group setting to enhance their social skills. Participants practice their interactive and problem-solving skills in a safe and supportive environment. A meeting with group leader is required before finalizing registration. $50 per session fee. JCFS, 3033 Touhy Avenue, Chicago. Robin Davis, MS, 773.761.4550. www.jcfs.org

Location:
3033 Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645

Contact:
Robin Davis, MA
Phone: 773-761-4550
E-mail: RobinDavis@jcfs.org

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