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Children’s Activities

Parent & Me Classes

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Parent & Me Music Classes:

Tunes with Tim @ Bright Bowls in Highland Park

All ages

Thursdays 11, 12, 1

Sign up here.

 

Bach 2 Rock Rock n Roll, Northbrook

Ages 1-3

Sign up here.

 

Harmonious Horizons, A Music Together program

All ages

Locations in Edgebrook, Glencoe, Glenview, Niles, Norridge, Northbrook, Wilmette

Sign up here for sessions or drop in.

 

Jamberry Music, Music with Nicole/Emma

Little Beans Cafe Evanston

Tuesdays 11-11:45 and Wednesdays 9:30-10:15

 

Parent & Me Groups:

C.I.T.Y of Support

Based out of Buffalo Grove but events in various locations.

They have a lot going on each month. Check out this events page for various parent & me events.

 

New Moms Meet-Up

Little Beans Cafe, Evanston

Wednesdays from noon-1:00pm

Free with a purchase of a cafe item

 

Gym Jam @ North Suburban YMCA

Starting January 10, 2024

Every Wednesday & Thursday

10:00 – 11:00 am and 2:30-3:30 pm.

The NSYMCA introduces Gym Jam! Gym Jam is a dedicated Parent and child Open Play Gym time at the NSYMCA! Bring your child and mingle with other parents every Wednesday and Thursday. Gym Jam is for Children ages 0-5 and is free to members. Non-members can also join us for only $5. Run, Jump, Play, Explore with Gym Jam! 

Sports

Top Tier Lessons – personal coaching (CNSM partner)

Top Tier Lessons offers private and small group sports lessons from local college-athletes. They work with soccer, lacrosse and basketball student athletes from Northwestern and are constantly more sports and coaches soon! Founded by a college swimmer, they believe that lessons are more than just learning skills, they’re about growth. Every child deserves more than a coach, they deserve a mentor and a role model. Your coach may be an All-American, national champion, or even an Olympic contender. Each time a lesson is booked through Top Tier Lessons you are helping support local college athletes. Their teaching team is composed of current student-athletes who understand the demands of college athletics and are committed to helping you in any way possible.

 

Deer Creek Racquet Club

For over 40 years, Deer Creek Racquet Club has been the north shore’s tennis destination for every member of the family to learn and improve their game, stay in shape and make friends. Youth programs, adult tennis, cardio tennis.

701 Deer Creek Parkway

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-433-5450

 

Game Time Kids

Providing fun and creative programs for kids, such as summer camps, birthdays, and Amazing Race activities.

Phone: 847-686-1280

 

Pedalheads (Bike, Swim, and Sport Programs)

Pedalheads Bike is a learn-to-ride bike program for kids ages 2 – 12 best known for helping children get off training wheels and safely ride one the road. We provide innovative and effective programs that are safe, fun, and challenging children to discover a world of opportunities. We focus on developing healthy, confident, and independent kids by way of our own teaching methods, small classes, and incredible instructors.
 
Locations in Evanston and Wilmette
1-888-886-6464

 

Healthy Kids Running Series (spring running series)

Christi Sube

Community Coordinator

2101 Central Rd

Glenview, IL 60025

(312) 550-5986

[email protected]

 

Game On! Sports 4 Girls

Locations vary. Emphasis on female empowerment through fun! Year-round variety classes, Summer camps, Day off camps

 

Winnetka Golf Club

Offering junior group and private golf Instruction and junior travel team

1300 Oak Street

Winnetka, IL 60093

(847) 501-2050

 

Tennis @ Winnetka Park District

Offering private and semi-private lessons. Bonus amenity: Supervised childcare is available for children of players Monday-Friday, 8:30am-12pm. The services require 24 hours advance notice, has a maximum of six children, and is for ages six months to six years. Reservations can be made by calling (847) 501-2065.

Fee: $13 / child (two-hour max)

530 Hibbard Road

Winnetka, IL 60093

(847) 501-2065

 

Hi Five Sports Northbrook Court

1515 Lake Cook Rd. (second flr)

Northbrook, IL 60062

(847) 229-9555

 

Finish Strong Athletics (FSA)

426 Green Bay Rd.

Highwood, IL 60040

North Shore Park Districts

Park District of Highland Park

636 Ridge Rd

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-831-3810

 

City of Evanston Parks & Recreation

2100 Ridge Avenue

Evanston, IL 60201

847-448-4311

 

Wilmette Park District

1200 Wilmette Avenue

Wilmette, IL 60091

847-256-6100

 

Kenilworth Park District

410 Kenilworth Avenue

Kenilworth, IL 60043

847-251-1691

 

Northfield Park District

401 Wagner Road

Northfield, IL 60093

847-446-4428

 

Winnetka Park District

540 Hibbard Road

Winnetka, IL 60093

847-501-2040

 

Park District of Glencoe

999 Green Bay Road, Glencoe IL 60022

847-835-3030

 

Deerfield Park District

836 Jewett Park Drive

Deerfield, IL 60015

847-945-0650

 

Northbrook Park District

3323 Walters Avenue

Northbrook, IL 60062

847-291-2993

 

City of Highwood Parks & Recreation

17 Highwood Ave.,

Highwood, IL 60040

847-432-1924

 

The City of Lake Forest Parks & Recreation

220 E. Deerpath, Lake Forest, IL 60045

847-234-2600

 

Lake Bluff Park District

355 W Washington Ave

Lake Bluff, IL 60044

847-234-4150

 

Buffalo Grove Park District

Alcott Center

530 Bernard Drive

Buffalo Grove, Illinois 60089

847-850-2100

 

Glenview Park District

2400 Chestnut Avenue

Glenview, IL 60026

847-724-5670

Music Instruction / Music Teachers
 
 
In-home music lessons for piano, guitar, voice, and drums.  Fun, customized, and anti-competitive.  We have taken amazing care of our students, teachers, and families since 2007.  We can’t wait to give you a great teacher match.
 
We serve all of the North Shore!  Our primary coverage area includes Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook, Glenview, Glencoe, Winnetka, Wilmette, and Evanston.
 
773-547-2426
 

School of Rock (Locations in Highwood & Evanston)

SOR results-driven programs combine one-on-one lessons with group band practices, making School of Rock the ultimate music school for kids and adults!

1) School of Rock, Highwood

9 Prairie Ave.

Highwood, IL 60040

847-433-7625

2) School of Rock, Evanston

1311 Sherman Pl.

Evanston, IL 60201

847-864-7625


Cynthia Chou Piano Studio

Cynthia is a local piano teacher and can teach in person (to the kids’ house) and/or virtual lessons.
Check out my website: cynthiachoupiano.com for more information.

[email protected]

925-389-3337


Twelve Tone Music School (Locations in Wilmette & Glenview)

Music is played together. Whether you are a seasoned pro or a new student our goal is to get you playing with other musicians and having fun! Twelve Tone has its own stage for performances, rehearsals and band practice…. more

1) Twelve Tone Music School in Wilmette

1150 Central Ave

Wilmette, IL 60091

847-901-7161

2) Twelve Tone Music School Glenview

1742 Glenview Road

Glenview, IL 60025

847-901-7161


Bach to Rock, Northbrook

1141 Church St.

Northbrook, IL 60062

224-904-3190


Music Institute of Chicago, Lake Forest

40 E Old Mill Rd.

Lake Forest, IL 60045

Hours:

847-905-1500 ext. 191


Music Institute of Chicago, Evanston

1490 Chicago Ave.

Evanston, IL 60201

847-905-1500


Guitar Center, Highland Park

43 Skokie Valley Rd.

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-579-1830

 

Coding Classes

The CoderSchool North Shore (CNSM partner)

827 N Waukegan Rd Deerfield, IL 60015

(847)780-7577

[email protected]

 

 

Code Ninjas, Glenview

2735 Pfingsten Rd.

Glenview, IL 60022

847-715-9056

STEM

Noggin Builders Northbrook Court

Northbrook Court Mall (2nd floor)

1515 Lake Cook Rd.

Northbrook, IL 60062

Tip: FREE indoor play space presented by Lurie Children’s located at Noggin Builders (ages birth – 4)

Tip: Closest parking at 2nd floor Lord & Taylor

 

 

Kids Science Labs Northbrook 

840 Willow Road Suite A

Northbrook, IL 60062

(224) 213-7511

 
Horseback Riding

Messenger Hill Farm

From the first touch to the Olympic journey, Messenger Hill Farm serves horse lovers of all levels.

25310 N St. Marys Rd
Libertyville, IL 60048
[email protected]
773-203-3135

Art Classes

The Art Center Highland Park (TAC)

1957 Sheridan Rd.

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-432-1888

 

Painting Time Now

13 Waukegan Rd.

Deerfield, IL 60015

847-315-0882

 

North Shore Art League

620 Lincoln Avenue

Winnetka, Illinois 60093

847-446-2870

 

ROOTz

Multifaceted enrichments for all ages

224-269-0004

 

Soul2Sole Dance Inc. Highland Park

799 Central Ave

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-579-4660

 

**Check your local park district (tab above) for more art classes

Theater Classes

Citadel Theatre and Citadel Theatre for Young Audiences

300 Waukegan Rd.

Lake Forest, IL 60045

847-735-8554

Citadel Theatre for Young Audiences program provides young children and families the opportunity to experience the magic of professional theatre, presented by professional, adult actors. Citadel believes in the transformative powers that live theatre can have on children’s lives. Citadel Theatre is proud offer acting classes complete with performance dates for young actors. Click the link above to learn more about these exciting programs!

 

The Performers School

Highwood Recreation Center

432 Green Bay Road

Highwood, IL 60040

847-404-9142

 

Actors Training Center

1120 Central Avenue, 2nd Floor 

Wilmette, IL 60091

847-251-8710

 

The Actors Gymnasium

Noyes Cultural Arts Center

927 Noyes Street

Evanston, Illinois 60201

847-328-2795

 

Mudlark Theater

1417 Hinman Ave.

Evanston, IL 60201

847-448-0708

Theater programs for ages 7-14

 

The Playroom at LoMastro

840 S Waukegan Rd.

Lake Forest, IL 60045

847-615-5400

 
Cooking Classes

Taste Buds Kitchen

2521 Waukegan Road

Bannockburn, IL 60015

(847) 230-0330

Dance

Ballet Makkai (CNSMoms partner!)

2126 1st St.

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-433-1449

 

Chicago Ballet Arts

915 Foster St.

Evanston IL

847-859-6066

[email protected]

​Chicago Ballet Arts’ mission is to provide a structured, affordable ballet program with high professional standards for Chicago’s diverse north and northwest communities.

 

ROOTz

Multifaceted enrichments for all ages

557 Waukegan Rd.

Northbrook, IL 60062

224-269-0004

 

Soul2Sole Dance Inc. Highland Park

799 Central Ave

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-579-4660

 

North Shore School of Dance

North Shore School of Dance

505 Laurel Ave.

Highland Park, IL 60035

(847) 432-2060

 

DancED. Dance Center

3131 Dundee Road

Northbrook, IL 60062

847-564-9120

[email protected]

 

The Playroom at LoMastro

840 S Waukegan Rd.

Lake Forest, IL 60045

847-615-5400

 

**Check your local park district (tab above) for more dance classes

Sewing Classes & Workshops

Ciao Bella Sewing

874 Green Bay Rd #220

Winnetka, IL 60093

847-456-5720

 

 

Sew On Central

1937 Central St.

Evanston, IL 60201

847-497-8513

 

EV Fine Arts

Yoga/Movement Classes

Movement Junkies Kids Yoga (Robin Taxman)

Yoga classes for children

Locations near Highland Park

 

Shri Yoga

1725 McGovern Street

Highland Park, IL 60035

847-847-4043

 

 
Bowling/Bocce

Pinstripes – Bowling, Bocce, Bistro

Northbrook Location:

1150 Willow Rd.

Northbrook, IL 60062

 

Oakbrook Location:

7 Oakbrook Center

Oak Brook, IL 60523

 

River East (Chicago) Location:

435 E Illinois St.

Chicago, IL 60611

 

South Barrington Location:

100 W Higgins Rd.

South Barrington, IL 60010

 

Bowlero

350 McHenry Road

Buffalo Grove, IL 60089

847-821-9000

 

Wilmette Bowling Center

1903 Schiller Ave.

Wilmette, IL 60091

847-251-0705

Martial Arts

Alpha Krav Maga Compound

573 S. Waukegan Rd.

NorthbrookIllinois 60062

847-272-2716

 

Gracie Barra Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu

Kids, teens & adults (Jiu-Jitsu for everyone)

710 Robert York Ave

Deerfield, IL 60015

847-504-7213

 

Championship Martial Arts

1625 Shermer

Northbrook, IL 60062

847-564-KICK

 

Lakeview Martial Arts Academy

1614 Deerfield Ave

Highland Park Ill. 60035

847-831-4080

 

KH Kim Taekwondo

3141 Dundee Rd.

Northbrook IL 60062

847-480-9222

Gymnastics

Wilmette Gymnastics

 

Buffalo Grove Gymnastics

 

American Academy of Gymnastics – Northbrook

 

Gymboree Northbrook Court

 

Therapy Yoga Gymnastics Rocks

Northbrook & multiple locations

Therapy Yoga Gymnastics Rocks delivers pediatric Occupational, Physical and Speech Therapy in exciting and sensory rich gymnastics centers. Unlike in traditional, clinic based therapy, TYGR children learn by utilizing gymnastics equipment and participating in yoga activities.

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