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Join us for this Mother's Day event for the whole family and for a great cause! Play, enjoy a concert, and make a special bouquet. Light snacks provided, coffee sponsored by Werewolf Coffee Bar. Plus, meet the team behind Chamber of Mothers and learn more about their efforts to advocate for maternal rights in the US. The proceeds from this event will be donated to Chamber of Mothers non-profit.

Get ready for an awesome interactive storytime with author Rachel R. Adler! Rachel will be reading their new book, Tiger Tuffy and the Awesome Birthday Bike and sharing some related activities. This is a free event and no RSVP is required. But please go here for more information. Street parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: thehatchcomic@gmail.com.

Join Bubbles for this Mother's Day event for the whole family and for a great cause! Your little ones will enjoy open play, an interactive concert, make an art project and bouquet for mom or special caregiver. Light snacks provided and coffee sponsored by Werewolf Coffee Bar. Plus, meet the team behind Chamber of Mothers and learn more about their efforts to advocate for maternal rights in the US. They focus on 3 core areas: paid family leave, affordable childcare and maternal health. https://chamberofmothers.com/ Entry is $10. The proceeds from this event will be donated to Chamber of Mothers non-profit. RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Onsite parking lot available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: bigbubble@bubblesacademy.com.

Join Emily Winsor, Managing Director of Tuesday's Child, in the second of a three-part series on Special Education in Chicago. This session will walk you through the first steps you need to take when entering into special education with your child. You will learn about the difference between IEPs and 504s, the continuum of special education services and learning environments in Chicago, the steps of the IEP/504 process, and what to expect during IEP and 504 meetings. This session was recorded live on 4/16/25.

Gather with Chatham Hall, Dana Hall School, Emma Willard School, The Ethel Walker School, Miss Porter’s School, and Westover School for a panel facilitated by local educator and Head of Sacred Heart Schools Meg Steele. Join us at Cafe Ba-Ba-Reeba! For a lively discussion about the value of girls’ education, followed by an informal dinner reception. This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 23, 2025. On street parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: Apaul@ethelwalker.org.

🎥 Win Two Tickets to The Goonies 40th Anniversary in Concert with The Chicago Philharmonic! 🎵 🎉 NPN is excited to offer members the chance to win two tickets to the one-night-only performance (Saturday, April 26 @ 7:30pm) of The Goonies 40th Anniversary in Concert with The Chicago Philharmonic at the Auditorium Theatre! Audiences will experience one of the most-loved films of the '80s with the Chicago Philharmonic playing the Dave Grusin score live to film. How to Enter: Comment on THIS POST through Monday 4/14 sharing your favorite '80s movie. Here is the link to the post: https://www.npnparents.org/forums/topic/192850-win-2-tickets-to-the-goonies-40th-anniversary-in-concert-with-the-chicago-philharmonic/ Deadline: Entries must be submitted by Monday 4/14. The winner will be contacted via email on Tuesday 4/15. Don’t miss your chance to experience this beloved adventure comedy from 1985 that follows a group of misfits on a search for long-lost treasure, complete with an ancient map, deadly booby traps, a ruthless crime family, and Baby Ruth candy bars! 🌟

Experience one of the reasons Families Together is such a great place to learn and grow – messy sensory play! You and your child are invited to make some beautiful messes with playdough, paint, glue, water, and more. Learn about the benefits of sensory play and how our play-based, emergent curriculum supports children’s development starting at age 2 ½. Meet Families Together teachers and director Ann Gadzikowski (author of Creating a Beautiful Mess: Ten Essential Play Experiences for a Joyous Childhood). Join us for snacks, parenting resources, and fun give-aways! Messy Morning PlayTime is for children ages 2-3 (age 2 by 3/1/25) and their adult caregiver(s). This is a free event and no RSVP is required. Street parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: businessmanager@ftcns.org.

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Marc Berkman is the CEO of the Organization for Social Media Safety (OFSMS), the first consumer protection organization focused on social media. In this episode he talks with Amy and Sitaara about how the organization uses a consumer-oriented approach of education, advocacy, and technology in working to make social media safe for children. Learn about children’s drive for “clout”, the lose-lose parenting trade off, and practical safety interventions that parents can implement at home for children from preschool to young adulthood. We discuss the legislation the Organization for Social Media Safety is working on to protect children online and the impact schools can have in keeping students safe. After listening to this episode listeners will walk away with practical advice on safety software options and concrete steps to take to make social media safe for everyone. This recording is the eleventh episode of NPN's podcast, Chicago Style Parenting. The podcast was published on 3/11/25. For more information and resources about this topic, visit the podcast episode's show notes.

Join Emily Winsor, Managing Director of Tuesday's Child, in the first of a three-part series on Special Education in Chicago. This session will walk parents through the basics of the special education process. You will learn who special education is for, important terms, and Emily's key takeaways on the best way to approach the special education process. This session was recorded live on 4/3/25.

Learn more about Special Olympics programs offered in your community with our presenter Michelle Mark, the Director of Athlete Leadership and Family Initiatives. Special Olympics Illinois (SOILL) provides year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children and adults with intellectual disabilities as well as health education, leadership and personal development. SOILL is divided into 11 regions throughout the state and is fully integrated into the community in order to transform the lives of people with intellectual disabilities, allowing them to realize their full potential in sports and in life. Special Olympics programs enhance physical fitness, motor skills, self-confidence, social skills and encourage family and community support. ~ Services for People with Disabilities (SFPD) ~ Presents a free Community Education Workshop Continuing education credits are available for QIDP's. Session may be recorded This event is free and open to the public, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. or call Kathryn Dougherty at 773-765-3158 to register. You will receive a ZOOM link to participate via email the day prior to the session. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: kathryndougherty@jcfs.org.

The One of a Kind Spring Show showcases over 350 talented creators and connects them with thousands of shoppers who appreciate original, handcrafted work. It’s the perfect event in Chicago to refresh your Spring style and discover unique gifts for every occasion, from casual gatherings to special celebrations.

Incredible India Adventure: Bollywood Dance, Folk art, Hindi! Ultimate cultural immersion with Bollywood Dance, Indian Folk art, and Hindi! Students will learn about the magical state of Rajasthan with deserts and camels, learn a dance from there, and also learn about Holi, the festival of colors, from our Maya/Neel Holi book. This is a free trial class for an 8-week session. 10 to 10:45 am - Ages 3 to 5 years 11 to Noon - Ages 6 to 8 years This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Lot parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: ajanta@bollygroove.com.

Ultimate cultural immersion with Bollywood Dance, Indian Folk art, and Hindi! Students will learn about the magical state of Rajasthan with deserts and camels, learn a dance from there, and also learn about Holi, the festival of colors, from our Maya/Neel Holi book. This is a free trial class for an 8-week session. Ages 3 to 5 - full Ages 6 to 8 - 11 am to Noon Ages 9 to 12 - Noon to 1 pm This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. The facility has a small parking lot. Street parking otherwise. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: ajanta@bollygroove.com.

Come curious. Come ready to inspire and be inspired. Come be part of the shift. How can stories lead to transformation in Chicago and beyond? Film has the power to help us imagine, dream, and open our minds to a world that reflects our deepest hopes and humanity. Join a panel of storytellers, visionaries, and changemakers who stutter who are using the art of film to address challenges and opportunities to make change in our communities. During our time together, we will hear and see glimpses of projects from the following panelists: Maya Chupkov, founder and executive director of Proud Stutter Reveca Torres, filmmaker and disability advocate The panel will be moderated by Danielle Scruggs, the founder of Black Women Directors. Remarks will be given by Northwestern faculty: Elisha Boxer Magnifico from CSD, David Catlin from the Department of Theatre, and Catherine Carrigan from RTVF. Because Chicago has a rich and diverse community with deep historical roots, and the program will lift up topics that touch different issues, the event brings together distinct but intersectional communities: stuttering, journalism, film, disability, speech-language pathologists, and justice-impacted. Space is limited! This is a free event, but RSVP is required. Please go here to register. Campus parking lot or street parking available. This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: mcsharone@gmail.com.

Peer support, educational, and activity-based groups via Zoom for kids who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition. This is a free, online event. RSVP is required. Please email ahren.hoffman@aah.org to RSVP This is a repeating event with additional dates on May 17, & June 21, 2025, from 10 - 11:30am This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: ahren.hoffman@aah.org.

Join Sitaara as she talks with Natasha Croff and Julie Molina, Parent Support Specialists for Chicago Public Schools, about the CPS application and admissions process for students with disabilities. Natasha and Julie provide expert insights on navigating the system, things to consider when applying to selective enrollment elementary and high schools, available resources and what resources to look for when considering which school may be the best fit. Tune in for practical advice, key steps families should take to ensure their children receive the support they need, and the essential information to help make the admissions journey smoother. This recording is the twelfth episode of NPN's podcast, Chicago Style Parenting. The podcast was published on 3/25/25. For more information and resources about this topic, visit the podcast episode's show notes.