Outdoor Celebrations Connect Friends, Nature and Community
With winter officially upon us, our time spent outdoors can dwindle. But at the J, where we know that good weather in Chicago is rare, we try and take advantage of every opportunity by hosting events outdoors in the spring, summer and fall, especially programs that enable families to come together, unplug and enjoy time […] Learn More ›
Stepping Back and Lovin’ It – Part 3
Written by Amy Hertzberg Social Drama! Remember the helicopters that hover during homework time? Those are the same ones that get over-involved in the social lives of their children, often swooping in to rescue their kids from the day-to-day heartache of typical social drama. When we entangle ourselves in our children’s social lives we are unable […] Learn More ›
The Daily Practice of Being Thankful
It’s very American to be thankful once a year around Thanksgiving. But, it’s profoundly Jewish to be thankful daily. Being gracious and thankful brings me such joy…not happiness…joy (which is different), and it enables me to reflect on the preciousness of my life right now, how beautiful and special my family is and how lucky […] Learn More ›
Preparing for the High Holidays
It’s More Than Making Chicken Stock. It’s About Taking Stock. The High Holidays are quickly approaching and if we don’t properly prepare we cannot fully experience their true meaning. Many of us entered the dates of the High Holidays in our calendars last year and finalized our plans months ago. We know who will host which […] Learn More ›
Stepping Back and Lovin’ It – Part 2
The Homework Hassle It’s September and the kids are back to school. While many of us couldn’t wait to return to a routine, how quickly we have gone from calm to chaos. Homework, sports and other extracurricular activities are in full-swing. Backpacks are strewn across our floors. The sound of school buses fill our streets […] Learn More ›
Thank you for being part of Up, Over and All-In
Thank you to all of our generous sponsors for supporting Up, Over and All-In. And thank you to the hundreds of families who joined us on Sunday to celebrate inclusion, capability and community! Learn More ›