Upcoming Events

NPN New Moms Group, 7-12 Months (October Session)

Wed, 07 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000

Connect with other new moms facing similar changes, challenges, and joys that you are experiencing as a new parent. This group is for moms with babies aged 7-12 months. Open to all moms with babies ages 7-12 months, whether this is your first baby or fifth!

Go here to learn about future sessions and the 0-6 month group.

🙌 Free with your RSVP
👩‍🍼Limited to 7 moms
🕰️ Meet for 90 minutes the same day and time each week for 3 consecutive weeks
🤗 Facilitated by NPN staff and mom volunteers
👶 Babies expected and welcome

Your RSVP is for one three-week session. To build community and find support, we ask that moms attend the full session (three meetings).

Session Information
Wednesdays October 7th, 14th, and 21st, 2026
10:00-11:30 AM
WonderPlay & Coffee
3501 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
RSVP required
RSVP by clicking the green "register now" button to the right (mobile users scroll down)

Questions? Email Executive Director Amy Johnson at amy@npnparents.org

By registering, you allow NPN to share your email address with our sponsor.

Thank you to our sponsor

Cover image: Dom J

NPN New Moms Group, 0-6 Months (October Session)

Thu, 08 Oct 2026 18:00:00 +0000

The October session is full, but there is still room in the November session and the December session. We also have a 7-12 month group.

Connect with other new moms facing similar changes, challenges, and joys that you are experiencing as a new parent. This group is for moms with babies aged 0-6 months. Open to all moms with babies ages 0-6 months, whether this is your first baby or fifth! Go here to learn about future sessions and the 7-12 month group.

🙌 Free with your RSVP
👩‍🍼Limited to 10 moms
🕰️ Meet for 90 minutes the same day and time each week for 3 consecutive weeks
🤗 Facilitated by NPN staff and mom volunteers
👶 Babies expected and welcome

Your RSVP is for one three-week session. To build community and find support, we ask that moms attend the full session (three meetings).

Session Information
Thursdays, October 8th, 15th, and 22nd, 2026
1:00-2:30 PM
Bubbles Academy West Town
1308 N Elston, Level 3, Chicago
RSVP required
RSVP by clicking the green "register now" button to the right (mobile users scroll down)

Questions? Email Executive Director Amy Johnson at amy@npnparents.org

By registering, you allow NPN to share your email address with our sponsor.

Thank you to our sponsor:

Autism Unplugged 2026

Sun, 11 Oct 2026 22:00:00 +0000

Join Uniquely Sweet Cafe for an unforgettable evening of inspiring stories, heartfelt conversations, and community as we celebrate the lives, talents, and journeys of autistic individuals and their families. Autism Unplugged: Stories from the Spectrum brings together powerful storytellers, special guests, entertainment, and opportunities to connect with others who believe in building a more inclusive future.

Following the program, continue the celebration at our Dance Party with DJ Dylan, featuring music, dancing, desserts, and time to celebrate together

Every ticket purchased and sponsor investment directly impacts the opening of Uniquely Sweet Café, a mission-driven coffee shop dedicated to creating meaningful employment opportunities, life-skills development, social connection, and ongoing support for autistic adults. Join us for an evening that will inspire, entertain, and make a lasting impact.

Prices vary. Early Bird Discount available until August 31, 2026. Go here to learn more and register.

Street parking available.

This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: cafe@uniquesweetsinc.org.

NPN Walks at Horner Park

Tue, 13 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0000

Join NPN members for a walk around Horner Park every Tuesday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 AM. Meet in front of the little snack stand (pictured) at Berteau and California. Strollers and dogs welcome! Bring a friend! Everyone is welcome.

Horner Park is located at 2741 W. Montrose Ave. There is a free parking lot on California that runs most of the length of the park from Belle Plaine Ave on the south to Cullom Ave on the north. The snack stand where we meet is in the middle, at Berteau and California.

For more information, to check for (very rare) last-minute cancellation news, or to ask questions, please refer to this thread on the discussion forum.

Need to upgrade your membership to access the forum? Upgrade to a parent membership here. Use code join30off for $30 off a one-year membership.

Cover photo credit: Roman Biernacki

Queen of Angels School Children's Resale

Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:00:00 +0000

Queen of Angels School’s parent-teacher organization, Commons, is excited to host its annual Children’s Resale on Saturday, October 17 from 8am to 1pm in Holy Family Hall, the lower church at 2330 W. Sunnyside.

This massive resale features children’s clothing, toys, books, furniture, sports equipment and more at family-friendly prices. All proceeds benefit our teacher appreciation fund.

Ticket cost is $2. RSVP is not required, but you can go here for more information.

Lot available at Western and Sunnyside or street parking.

This is an external partner event. Please contact the organization directly with any questions or concerns: pweinmann@queenofangelschicago.org.

NPN Playdate @ Bennett Day School

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0000

Calling all young explorers! Join NPN on Sunday, October 18 from 9:00 - 11:00 am for a FREE playdate at Bennett Day School.

At this playdate, you and your family can:

Explore their NEW Bambini Classroom: Tour Bennett's new space for two-year-olds and learn about their full-day, drop-off program plus caregiver-and-child offerings.
Engage in STEAM Activities: Hands-on projects and discovery stations will be set up throughout their early childhood spaces.
Play & Connect: Explore Bennett's outdoor garden, play with a variety of materials, and connect with other local families.
Refuel & Relax: Enjoy coffee and morning snacks while your child engages with peers.

Bennett Day School is located at 955 W Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60642.

Parking/Public Transportation Info:

Driving: There is limited free parking available on the west side of Morgan and south side of Hubbard, or metered parking on Grand Ave. If you are driving, we suggest arriving a few minutes early to secure a spot.
Public Transportation: Bennett is two blocks west of the Grand Blue Line stop and three blocks north of the Pink/Green Line Morgan stop. The Grand 65 and Halsted 8 bus are also great options.

Developmental Differences Parent Support Group - Virtual

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 00:45:00 +0000

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 e-ticket.

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.

NPN New Moms Group, 7-12 Months (November Session)

Wed, 04 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000

Go here to learn about future sessions and the 0-6 month group.

Your RSVP is for one three-week session. To build community and find support, we ask that moms attend the full session (three meetings).

Session Information
Wednesdays, November 4th, 11th, and 18th, 2026
10:00-11:30 AM
WonderPlay & Coffee
3501 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
RSVP required
RSVP by clicking the green "register now" button to the right (mobile users scroll down)

Questions? Email Executive Director Amy Johnson at amy@npnparents.org

By registering, you allow NPN to share your email address with our sponsor.

Thank you to our sponsor

Cover image: Dom J

NPN New Moms Group, 0-6 Months (November Session)

Thu, 05 Nov 2026 19:00:00 +0000

Your RSVP is for one three-week session. To build community and find support, we ask that moms attend the full session (three meetings).

Session Information
Thursdays, November 5th, 12th, and 19th, 2026
1:00-2:30 PM
Bubbles Academy West Town
1308 N Elston, Level 3, Chicago
RSVP required
RSVP by clicking the green "register now" button to the right (mobile users scroll down)

Questions? Email Executive Director Amy Johnson at amy@npnparents.org

By registering, you allow NPN to share your email address with our sponsor.

Thank you to our sponsor: