Sunday, Dec. 14, 3-6 pm
Get ready to shine bright, Chicago! Bring your family, your friends, and your Hanukkah vibes for an afternoon filled with music, dancing, ice skating, giveaways, and festive fun for all ages. Our DJ will keep the energy high, the treats will be flowing, and the smiles are guaranteed. As the sun goes down, we’ll gather together to light the first candle — filling Gallagher Way with warmth, light, and community joy.
Get ready for Hanukkah tunes, a mesmerizing magician, a festive latke bar, dinner, crafts, and so much more—all while rocking your favorite Hanukkah attire.Bring your sparkle, your spirit, and your best dreidel moves; this is one holiday party you don’t want to miss! Lake County JCC in Lake Zurich, $18
Light up your Shabbat with family fun! Enjoy activities for all ages including pool play, basketball, candle making, cookie baking, PJ party — and olive oil tasting for the adults. Meet 9-year-old author Reese Gluskin (“Raining Socks”). Plus you can do some good: bring new socks and new art supplies donations. Bernard Weinger JCC, $25/family
Early Childhood registration for the 2026–27 school year is open! Join a warm, values-driven community where curiosity and confidence grow through joyful, play-based learning—plus, enjoy exciting Camp Combos with up to 100% camp scholarships and savings on Apachi Day Camp.
Each Apachi summer is filled with connections that turn into lifelong friendships, unforgettable memories, new interests, and valuable skills. Add exciting activities, rockin’ theme days, spirited song sessions, Shabbat celebrations, expansive campuses, and our incredible counselors, and you’ve got the perfect recipe for a truly magical summer. Don’t miss out! Take advantage of our Winter Pricing Discount, available through February 28.
For over 100 years, Camp Chi has transformed children’s summers. We unplug campers from their daily lives and connect them to life-changing moments while supporting social emotional growth. With over 50 activities to choose from, there’s truly something for everyone.
7th-9th graders can enjoy Chicago’s hidden gems, become more familiar navigating the city, gain important life skills and give back to the community all at the same time. Exciting activities including an improv class, Michigan Avenue scavenger hunt and cooking class, provide fun opportunities to explore the city and develop leadership and independence.
So much of what we do is only possible thanks to the generous support of people like you. We hope you will consider making your gift to the J today, to help ensure Jewish experiences are within reach for everyone. Thank you for being part of our JCC Chicago family and for believing in what we do.
Located at the intersection of Jewish and life, JCC Chicago has locations throughout the greater Chicago area to serve you.
