Every Day

Lauras Library. Select from a robust assortment of books and enrichment activities during open hours.

Free Little Library. Located outside of HelloBaby. Children can choose books anytime.

Take Home Crafts. Help yourself to our hand bagged crafts.  They include everything you need to complete an age appropriate art project.

Outdoor Patio Play Area & Fairy Garden.  Open for the Summer.

Open Play Everyday. Always free.

Broadway Story Time Our friends at Stages Chicago present this interactive story hour. Stages Chicago was created by a professional performer turned early childhood development specialist. This unique curriculum is both entertaining and developmentally appropriate. Friday, 10:30 am.

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Read Aloud

University of Chicago Lab school teacher Ted Ratliff (1st grade and N-2 faculty chair) launched this program which is led by our own superstar volunteer, Colleen Harper. We read and distribute fun books and have a story related activity. Wednesday,10:30 am.

KULEA CIRCLE WITH DR. DAMIAN. The Doctor is in the first Monday of every month. “Kulea” means nurture in Swahili. Little ones can enjoy facilitated play with our staff while Dr. Damian McGee visits with parents and caregivers. Next Circle will be June 5th.

Music with Miss Amelia

Our beloved Miss Amelia visits with her guitar for a fun sing along. Thanks to Bubbles Academy and Whole Child Arts for making this programming possible.  Friday, 1:30 pm.

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