Events

NPN's Summer Camp Fair : Camps with Availability

May 07, 2021

NPN's Summer Camp Fair reopens today! Register now to find summer camps still accepting campers!    Our summer camp fair custom website opens at 9:00 am on Monday, May 3rd and closes at 5:00 pm on Friday, May 28th.    >> Camp options for kids age 2 - 18 years old >> Search for camps based on theme, location, before and after care, virtual or in-person >

Test Ice Skating Party

Jan 27, 2024, 07:00 PM  -  09:30 PM

Ice Skating Party at McFetridge Rink   Bring your skates or rent them   Cost: NPN Members: $5 per adult, 3 per child Non Members: $10 per adult, 3 per child

Annual Soccer Bash

Mar 31, 2021, 06:00 PM  -  09:00 PM

Join NPN & Lil' Kickers for a morning of non-stop fun with friends and family at their Chitown Futbol location. This event is perfect for toddlers and children of all ages, with something for everyone. Included in the admission price:   -- Soccer demonstrations & sample classes -- Supervised inflatable jump zone -- Arts, crafts, kid-friendly games & activities -- Face p

Test New Parents Group - Lincoln Park Branch

Jan 13, 2024, 03:30 PM  -  04:30 PM

NPN's New Parents Group is your monthly opportunity to join in on a casual conversation centered around topics that matter to you.   Unlike our monthly webinars that are more structured and have a presenter and topic - you get to lead the discussion or just observe and chime in as you see fit; think of it as our forum in real life! Amy from the NPN staff team will join you. If you are a

TEST The Ultimate Baby Shower: General Admission Tickets

Oct 26, 2024, 06:00 PM  -  10:00 PM

General Admission gives you access to the expo, breakout sessions with Chicago parenting experts, refreshments, photo booth and info bag. Enter the event raffle for giveaways by bringing diapers or wipes to donate to Share our Spare. $20 each.   When you register for the baby shower, you permit us to share your contact information with the organizers. Do you have questions for the organi

• Bubbles Academy Arts-Integrated Preschool, 2184 N. Elston, Chicago, IL, 60614

Kids & Technology with Smart Love Family

May 21, 2021, 07:00 PM  -  08:00 PM

he challenges of balancing children’s needs and wants when it comes to technology/electronic devices has become all the more intense as so many kids have grown so dependent on using them for everything from everyday schoolwork to keeping connected to friends, in addition to their social media and recreational uses.  This session will provide strategies for parents to manage their children’s uses o

Developmental Differences Parent Support Group

Apr 29, 2021, 12:00 AM  -  02:00 AM

t’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.). P

TEST Webinar Discussion with Dr Upton: When and How to Seek Out a Child Clinical Evaluation

Jul 11, 2024, 05:00 PM  -  06:00 PM

Join NPN and Dr. Shelley Upton with Chicago Psychotherapy PLLC as we talk through how and when to get your child evaluated for developmental differences for those children presenting as early as preschool years through those with lower support needs who are starting to present after they have begun their education journey. Dr Upton will also speak through her experience with IEP' and how an IEP ev

Single Moms by Choice

Mar 11, 2021, 01:00 AM  -  02:00 AM

Attention moms with little ones who are single moms by choice, this group just for you!     Join other NPN members for a virtual Single Mom By Choice (SMC) Group.  An NPN member volunteer will coordinate a video chat for other single moms by choice to connect and talk about the unique challenges and joys navigating single motherhood.     The group will meet Wednesday February 3

Test NPN Playdate: STEAM Sunday at Bennett

Aug 27, 2022, 02:00 PM  -  04:00 PM

NPN Playdates are back! Join us for STEAM Sunday at Bennett Day School. There will be fun STEAM activities for kids and light snacks. Parents, grab a cup of coffee, relax and enjoy as your kids experience some fun activities! This event is for kids aged 2 - 5 years old.  Spots are limited so register today!   Bennett Day School is located at 955 W. Grand Ave. Enter the school from the do

• 955 W. Grand Ave., Chicago, Illinois, 60642

Test How to Approach "Hot Button" Topics on a School Tour

Jan 23, 2023, 06:00 AM

It's that time of year again, school search time!   Schools are welcoming prospective families for in-person tours and open houses. What type of questions are appropriate to ask during a tour or open house?  Do you have questions about discipline, diversity, inclusion and bullying? Are any subjects off limits?  Whether you are looking for a preschool, an elementary school, looking to transfer to a

Member Only picnic

Jun 28, 2022

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Developmental Differences Resource Fair

Mar 28, 2021, 03:00 PM  -  07:00 PM

Our 10th annual fair is dedicated to providing Chicago families with school options, service providers and other resources that focus on serving families with children with developmental differences! Whether you have a diagnosis for your child and need comprehensive care or you are looking for services that can treat specific delays or behavioral issues, DDRF is your one-stop shop for solutions. R

• Depaul College Prep