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You've achieved a lot of Maslow's Pyramid for your kiddos: Housed, check Eating, check Sleeping – well, mostly check. But what are the money moves you need to make sure that you're taking care of their financial needs and your financial needs, and protecting the new layers of risk that exist in your life? Join us for a lively discussion of five important money moves to make when your children are young, including: Saving for college and saving for retirement, at the same time Updating your insurance (and not get scammed in the process) Preparing the documents that would protect your family if something happened to you (or both of you) Whether you'd rather step on loose Lego than think about your retirement accounts or whether that piggy bank in "Toy Story" has nothing on you, we welcome you to join us for our 30 minute presentation followed by open Q&A. We also warmly welcome attendees who don't have children today but are gathering information for future decisions. Interested in the content but can’t make this time? Register for this online webinar to receive a recording and a copy of the handouts afterwards. This is a free, online event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Please go here for more information and disclosures. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: categoebel@gmail.com.

Join us for this special presentation on nutrition.First, we will have Ariana Luster, MS, RD, LDN aschool nutrition specialist and registered dietitianfrom CPS kick us off. Ariana will talk about thecommitments CPS is making towards nutrition.Livia will follow up with a presentation on FourSecrets to Improving Your Child’s Picky EatingHabits. Livia Ly, MS, RD, LDN is a registered &licensed dietitian, nutritionist and one of ourwonderful Lincoln Park ELC parents. "If you're facing challenges with your child’s eating habits, join us on Wednesday, February 19, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. I understand how frustrating it can be when kids refuse to eat the healthy foods we offer—even dietitians face these struggles! But we should never give up. With persistence and creative strategies, we can foster healthier eating habits for the whole family." This is a free, online event, and no RSVP is required. Join here: meet: google.com/fqd-xpyy-rbz This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: Livia.ly@nutri.ly.

GLA programs focus on developing leadership skills, cultural exploration and learning what it means to be a global citizen--plus, adventure, of course! Volunteer in a small community while soaking in the best of what the country has to offer. From ziplining through forest canopies to snorkeling in vibrant waters to learning to cook local cuisine from scratch, there is something for everyone.

Our passion for creativity and self-expression runs deep here at Dynamic Lynks! We have designed a wide variety of summer programs to make music, learn new skills, and engage in structured socialization every day. We offer full day summer programs for children ages 5-18. Our summer programs are designed for individuals of all ages and abilities! After submitting your registration form, a team member will reach out to make sure Dynamic Lynks is the best therapeutic and recreational environment for your child through a free interview.

i9 Sports offers full-day, multi-sport camps as well as half day sport-specific camps for kids. Summer Camps are coed and designed for all ability levels. Camps are offered at various times and locations on the northside of Chicago. Our highly organized program promotes skill development, leadership, hustle, self-confidence, and most of all fun! Our ultimate goal is to make your kids happy and confident! Your kids will have a blast and be taught and supervised by our professional and experienced sport instructors who have a common vision to help kids succeed in life through sports.

Hi-Five Sports Chicago is family-owned and operated and has been serving Chicago since 1999, providing safe, cutting-edge, skill-developing programs, mainly our 8-week summer camp! For you, summer is about keeping your child active, healthy and happy. For them, it means no school, lots of fun and sports all summer long. And that’s exactly what we’re all about at Hi-Five Sports Camp Chicago offering a full menu of team sports designed for boys and girls from Pre-K (4 years old) to 9th grade. Hi-Five Sports Camp Chicago is about so much more than winning and losing – it is about teamwork, playing hard and playing fair. And it is about making new buddies and enjoying the camaraderie. A camp that is as encouraging as it is challenging. As safe as it is high-energy. And as instructional as it is fun. No matter the skill level of the child, the goal remains the same: to have fun, while learning the value of teamwork and good sportsmanship. All of which results in a positive, self-esteem boosting experience! No two days at Hi-Five are the same. There are theme days, field trips, tournaments, award extravaganzas and Friday cookouts! Oh, and did we mention, we offer roundtrip AM & PM bus service, a hot lunch program, an instructional swim program, cuz hey...we know what parents want!

St. Thomas the Apostle School is hosting a series of preschool drop-in days. This presents a wonderful opportunity to learn more about our early childhood program. Our first drop-in will take place on March 4, 2025. Please reserve your spot today. This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Free lot parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: sisssa@stapostleschool.com.

Join The Museum of Contemporary Art for Family Day! This month, enjoy soft, warm, lovely things. Create heartfelt art, participate in tea-making workshops, or even craft your own incense. ASL interpretation is provided at this event. This is a free event, and no RSVP is required. But you can go here for more details. Lot parking available. The parking garage is located on Chicago Avenue just west of Fairbanks Court and adjacent to the museum. The garage does not provide direct access to the museum. When you exit the garage, simply turn right and walk west up Chicago Avenue. Our entrances face Mies Van Der Rohe Way. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: sypervaiz@mcachicago.org.

Join us for Preview Day at the Center for Talent Development (CTD)! Explore how we support gifted and talented students in a nurturing, challenging environment. Discover our programs, dive into the latest research on talent development, and experience CTD courses in action. Plus, hear directly from our expert instructors during an engaging teacher panel. Whether you're new to CTD or want to learn more, this is your chance to connect, ask questions, and see how we help students reach their full potential. We can’t wait to welcome you! This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Lot parking is available at Northwestern Place/ Garrett Lot (Sheridan Rd. and Northwestern Place) This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: erin.johnson1@northwestern.edu.

Join us for a Family Fun African Fine Arts Event, where creativity, culture, and community come together in a celebration of African heritage and artistic expression! This is a free event and no RSVP is required. Free lot parking. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: sissa@stapostleschool.com.

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). The Zoom link will be included in your eticket. Do you live south of the Loop and want to bring NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group to your area? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss.

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). The Zoom link will be included in your eticket. Do you live south of the Loop and want to bring NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group to your area? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss.

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). The Zoom link will be included in your eticket. Do you live south of the Loop and want to bring NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group to your area? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss.

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). The Zoom link will be included in your eticket. Do you live south of the Loop and want to bring NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group to your area? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss.

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). The Zoom link will be included in your eticket. Do you live south of the Loop and want to bring NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group to your area? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss. Register for NPN's Developmental Differences Resource Fair and catch up on NPN's three-part series on special education in Chicago.

We apologize for the inconvenience. This meeting has been canceled. The group will meet in-person in March. You can RSVP here. It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). The Zoom link will be included in your eticket. Do you live south of the Loop and want to bring NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group to your area? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss.

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). This event is in person at Gigi's Play House, 3948 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60613. Do you live south of the Loop and want help starting NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group in your neighborhood? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss!

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). This event is in person at Gigi's Play House, 3948 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60613. Do you live south of the Loop and want help starting NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group in your neighborhood? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss!

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). This event is in person at Gigi's Play House, 3948 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60613. Do you live south of the Loop and want help starting NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group in your neighborhood? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss!

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). This event is in person at Gigi's Play House, 3948 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60613. Do you live south of the Loop and want help starting NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group in your neighborhood? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss!

It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). This event is in person at Gigi's Play House, 3948 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60613. Do you live south of the Loop and want help starting NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group in your neighborhood? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss! Follow these links to see the upcoming NPN three-part series on special education in Chicago and register for NPN's Developmental Differences Resource Fair.

We apologize for the inconvenience. This meeting has been canceled. Please join us at the February meeting. You can learn more and RSVP here. It’s a night to be supported, to ask questions and share resources, and to be with other parents who get what it’s like to deal with special challenges for their kids. Parents of kids with all types of developmental differences welcome (sensory processing disorder, autism, ADD/ADHD, PDD-NOS, mixed receptive-expressive language disorder, Down syndrome, physical disabilities, medical issues, etc.). Parents/family only, please (no therapists, students or business owners). This event is in person at Gigi's Play House, 3948 N. Lincoln Chicago, IL 60613. Do you live south of the Loop and want help starting NPN's Developmental Differences Parent Support Group in your neighborhood? Email Amy at amy@npnparents.org to discuss!

Perform, watch, and be the director of your own story. Spot videos and films throughout the museum. ASL interpretation is provided at this event. This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Lot parking availalbe. The parking garage is located on Chicago Avenue just west of Fairbanks Court and adjacent to the museum. The garage does not provide direct access to the museum. When you exit the garage, simply turn right and walk west up Chicago Avenue. Our entrances face Mies Van Der Rohe Way. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: sypervaiz@mcachicago.org

The Wicker Park Bucktown Chamber of Commerce and Purple Monkey Playroom will be hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially introduce Mouna Soumahoro, the new owner, to the community! We will have light food and refreshments and holiday-themed activities for children. Limited spaces. This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Street parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: mouna@purplemonkeyplayroom.com.

This webinar is for Illinois families with students of ALL ages who have a disability. Special Education, Disability Rights, and Human Services Attorney Matt Cohen, will break down disability rights, IDEA, ADA, and how post-election results may impact students with disabilities, and what families can do to prepare. All families who have a student with a disability in the state of Illinois are welcome. This is a free, online event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: ttjeanbaptiste@cps.edu.