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MAY 10 NSSED Monday Morning Series. 9:30-11 a.m., Rubloff Building, 776 Red Oak Lane, Highland Park, Training Room. Sue Hans, NSSED Parent Monitor. Topic: “Putting It All Together for You and Your Family.” Registration required: visit www.mades@nssed.org with your name, phone number and school district, or call Sue Hans at 847-831-5100, ext. 228. 16 Hubbard Woods School Mayfest. 12-4 p.m. at the Hubbard Woods School playground, 1110 Chatfield Road, Winnetka. Games, booths, refreshments, music, prizes for everyone in the family with proceeds supporting the Hubbard Woods PTO. 20 Middlefork School’s Kindergarten Visitation Day. For incoming students and their parents. Meet the kindergarten staff and their parents. 3:15–4:30 p.m. and 6–7 p.m. For more information, call 847-881-9500. 26 Greeley School Book Fair. 9 a.m.–6 p.m. at the Greeley School Gym, Greeley School, 275 Fairview, Winnetka. 27 Differentiation in Winnetka – Part II. Join us as we continue the conversation about differentiation with Jessica Hockett, a consultant who has been working in Winnetka throughout the school year. Ms. Hockett is an expert in the areas of gifted education and differentiation of instruction. Ms. Hockett will explain what quality differentiation is and is not, and will share a model of differentiation used by District 36. 7:15-8:45 p.m., Skokie School Community Room. For more information, visit www.winnetka36.org. 29 – Oct. 23 Northfield Farmers Market. Every Saturday, 7:30 a.m.–1 p.m., rain or shine. The freshest, just-picked produce, plants, cheeses, baked goods, specialty foods and more. 6 Happ Road (across from New Trier High School’s Northfield Campus), Northfield. www.northfieldchamber.org for detailed info. 31 Winnetka’s 83rd Annual Memorial Day Parade. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. from the corner of Glendale and Elm Streets and heads east to the Village Green. A ceremony immediately follows at the Village Green. If you are interested in helping with the Memorial Day committee or volunteering as a parade marshal, please call DeDe Kern at 847-501-2040. JUNE 4 Family Movie Night in the Park. Bring some blankets and chairs at dusk and settle in for a showing of “Where The Wild Things Are” at Elder Park. Hot dogs and snacks will be available for purchase. Movie subject to change. Raindate: Sunday, June 6. 11 & 12 66th Annual Winnetka Children’s Fair. Winnetka Community Nursery School’s annual fair, held on the Winnetka Village Green on Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Games, rides, face painting, pony rides, booths and refreshments. Fun for the whole family. 847-446-4432. 21 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 21-July 23. For more information, call 847-446-9400. DATES AHEAD July 16 & 17 Winnetka/Northfield Sidewalk Sale. 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Great bargains at your favorite stores! August 2-6 Musikgarten Camp: Nature’s Music. 10:15-11 a.m. daily (ages 18 months–3 yrs.). This one-week nature and music experience will introduce your child to the many sounds and movements of nature. Children will sing with animal friends, dance, play instruments, and engage their whole bodies in a joyful learning experience. Your child will receive a Nature’s Music CD and an instrument to play at home. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. For information, call 847-905-1500 or visit www.musicinst.org. August 21 Corn Roast at the Northfield Farmers Market. 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Freshly roasted corn on the cob to enjoy at the market or take home. All proceeds benefit the Northfield Township Food Pantry. September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance. Show your appreciation to your local Public Safety (fire and police) professionals. Drop off baked goods and cards throughout the day with a note of thanks. October 16 Winnetka Public School Nursery’s Pumpkin Fest. 10 a. m.–3 p.m. Pumpkinfest is held on the Village Green in Winnetka. Great family fun with games, rides, food and pumpkins galore. For more information, please call 847-446-5153. October 20 French School Open House. 7 p.m. for parents interested in learning about The French School and the immersion program. 562 Green Bay Road, Winnetka. Call 847-501-5800 to make a reservation. October 27 Spanish School Open House. 7 p.m. for parents interested in learning about The Spanish School and the immersion program. The Spanish School, 562 Green Bay Road, Winnetka. Call 847-501-5800 to make a reservation. March 6-12 TV Tune Out Week 2011. Join over 5,500 kids and their families as they enjoy a week without television or other screens during the 16th annual TV Tune Out Week. Dozens and dozens of alternative activities are available throughout the week. For more info, call 847-441-9001 or visit 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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