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Early Childhood Calendar |
APRIL 25 French School Spring Show. French School students will sing songs, perform dances, and put on short plays for parents, family and friends. French School, 562 Green Bay Road, Winnetka, 847-501-5800. 25 Sacred Heart School’s Annual Fundraiser “Nite Lites.” The theme is “Destination Europe.” Dinner and casino. Held at the school. 6:00 p.m. 847-446-0005. 29 Winnetka Alliance Special Needs Roundtable. Parents of special needs children are invited to join our professionally moderated sessions to discuss such topics as: delayed or missing developmental milestones; Birth-to-Three program vs. private therapies; navigating the insurance labyrinth; how to be your child’s best advocate; IEP, NSSED, and NSSRA. Come to network and share information and ideas with other parents. The first meeting will be Wed., April 29 at 1:00 p.m. in the Winnetka Public Library (Lloyd Room). For more info, call Julie Erst, 847-446-2649, or the Alliance, 847-441-9001. MAY 4 Dr. Diane Levin: “So Sexy So Soon: The New Sexualized Childhood and What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Kids.” Chicago Children’s Museum’s 3rd Annual No Kids Allowed parent and educator event. Keynote speech by Dr. Levin, followed by lively dinner conversations focused on Dr. Levin’s address. Dr. Levin, an author of many books and a professor at Wheelock College in Boston, is an internationally-known expert on the subjects of children and the media, advertising to children, and the commercialization of childhood. She spoke at the 2008 Alliance Networking Dinner to rave reviews. 6:00-7:00—keynote speech; 7:00-9:00—conversations over dinner and dessert. $100 per person, $50 educator and student rate. For more info, call 312-464-7702. 4-6 Spring Book Fair at Joseph Sears School. 542 Abbotsford Rd., Kenilworth. For more 7 The Volunteer Center’s Annual Recognition Luncheon and Volunteer Fair. At the 7 “Beauty and the Beast, Jr.” Christian Heritage Academy’s Lion’s Pride Ambassadors present at 1:00 p.m. on May 7 and at 7:30 p.m. on May 8. For more info, please call 847-446-5252. 11 Superintendent of the Winnetka Public Schools Discusses District 36’s History and Philosophy. Join Dr. Mary Herrmann, as she discusses the rich history and philosophy of the 13 Nutrition Roundtable. Childhood nutrition is more important than ever and easier than you think! The first Nutrition Roundtable, sponsored by the Winnetka Alliance, will bring parents together to discuss this important topic. Learn about nutrition, trade ideas that work, talk about creating a healthy community, and find solutions that strike the appropriate balance for us all. Nutritionist Michelle McKenna, M.S., R.D. will be on hand to offer her practical expertise. 1:00 p.m. at the Winnetka Public Library (in the Lloyd Room.) Questions? Call Tev Bond at 847-207-3139. 16 Glencoe Junior Kindergarten's Annual Fun Fair 2009. An all-day carnival scheduled for Saturday, May 16th (with a rain date of Sunday, May 17th) at Kalk Park, located at Park Ave. and Green Bay Road in Glencoe. At Fun Fair 2009 you will find games, arts and crafts, rides, a petting zoo and many other kid/family-friendly activities. For more info, call 847-835-4455. 28 Middlefork School’s Kindergarten Visitation Day. For incoming students and their parents. Meet the kindergarten staff and tour the classrooms. Visit anytime between 3:15-4:30 p.m. and 6:00-7:00 p.m. 847-446-6725. 30 63nd Annual Northfield Family Fun Fair at Middlefork School. Amusements, food and games for all ages. 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. 847-446-6725. JUNE 15 Winnetka Community Nursery School’s Summer Camp begins. Call 847-446-4432 for more information. 18 Adventures in Learning. This tuition-supported summer program, sponsored by the Winnetka Public Schools, is designed to provide exploratory learning for elementary school children under the direction of skilled Winnetka teachers. Activities are centered around the child's interest and experiences in self-chosen areas of study, promoting discovery and exploration for maximum enjoyment of learning. June 18-July 17. For more information, call 847-446-9400. DATES AHEAD Oct. 17 Winnetka Public School Nursery’s Pumpkin Fest. 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Oct. 21 French School Open House. 7:00 p.m. Please call to make a reservation. March 7-13, 2010 TV Tune Out Week. Join over 6,000 kids in Winnetka, Northfield, Kenilworth, Wilmette, Glencoe, and Glenview as they experience a week without television or other screens during the 16th Annual TV Tune Out Week. Choose from dozens of alternative activities available all week long. Find more information on the Winnetka Alliance’s website at www.winnetkaalliance.org.
ONGOING Music Institute of Chicago. Registration for classes is on-going. 300 Green Bay Rd., Winnetka. 446-3822.
North Shore Family Drop-In. Discuss parenting and family issues every Tuesday from 9:30 to 11:00 a.m. For parents of children birth to age five. Some Tuesdays feature speakers. Suggested fee is $5.00, including child care; $10.00 for speakers. Glencoe Park District Community Center, 999 Green Bay Road. For information, call Helene Gerstein, 835-5111. PACT. Classes for parents and children from 6 months to 4 years. Weekday and Saturday classes are available. Registration is on-going. For information, call 847-446 5370. Winnetka-Northfield Public Library. Programs for young children. Bright Beginnings for children 3-17 months; Lapsit Storytime for 18-23 months; Toddler Time for 24-36 months; Drop-in Storytime for 3-6 years. Call 446-7220 for dates and times.
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