Upcoming Early Childhood Events
Writer's Theatre Education Drop-In Spring Break Camp
Looking for a fun and flexible way to stay active over spring break? Drop in to WT for a customizable camp experience!
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.
Let's Play! At the Farm
Join The Alliance for Early Childhood and Historic Wagner Farm for a morning of springtime exploration on the farm. Families are invited to step inside the 1920s farmhouse, barter for goods at the Farm Stand, get creative in the Maker area, play in the Farm Adventure Area, and explore the Heritage Center’s farmhouse kitchen and garden.
Mindful Beginnings
Mindful Beginnings is a monthly outdoor meet-up for new and expecting parents to connect and share in community with fellow parents.
Hyde Park Day School In-Person Campus Tours
Hyde Park Day School invites prospective parents to join us for an in-person school tour!
Hyde Park Day School In-Person Campus Tours
Hyde Park Day School invites prospective parents to join us for an in-person school tour!
Hyde Park Day School In-Person Campus Tours
Hyde Park Day School invites prospective parents to join us for an in-person school tour!
Let's Play! Sandcastles and Seagulls
Join The Alliance for Early Childhood, the Wilmette Park District, and BackYard Nature Center for a morning of sandcastles and nature play! Bring your favorite sandcastle-building tools and a sense of adventure as we explore, build, and play together at the beach.
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.
Mindful Beginnings
Mindful Beginnings is a monthly outdoor meet-up for new and expecting parents to connect and share in community with fellow parents.
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.
Let's Play! Summer Forest Exploration
Join The Alliance for Early Childhood, BackYard Nature Center, and the Forest Preserves of Cook County for an afternoon of outdoor, child-directed play in the beautiful Erikson Woods.
Conservation Celebration
Did you know that the Nature Museum isn't just an awesome place to explore and learn? We're also involved in protecting nature!
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.
Mindful Beginnings
Mindful Beginnings is a monthly outdoor meet-up for new and expecting parents to connect and share in community with fellow parents.
March Family Open Gym
Come join us for a fun-filled Family Open Gym event at Park West Cooperative Nursery School!
New Parent Playgroup
Have a baby born since Fall 2025? Join us to build community and confidence as you navigate life with your new little one.
Rainbow Storytime
Celebrate self expression, identity, and the LGBTQIA+ community with a storytime for the whole family.
Parent Retreat
Parents and caregivers, create and connect through playful crafts at this restorative hour led by Haven Youth and Family Services.
Little Craft Hub For The Whole Family
Explore and play with STEAM concepts in this craft program for the whole family!
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.
Wake Up Words
Join us for a free sixty-minute program for ages 3-7 and their families, consisting of a performance or presentation and a hands-on art activity for the entire family.
Hands-On Fun: Building Fine Motor Skills
Explore fun, therapist-created activities that build fine motor skills!
February Family Open Gym
Come join us for a fun-filled Family Open Gym event at Park West Cooperative Nursery School!
Let's Play! Winter Forest Exploration
Bundle up and head outside for a morning of winter play with The Alliance for Early Childhood, Heller Nature Center, and the Park District of Highland Park.
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.
Mindful Beginnings
Mindful Beginnings is a monthly outdoor meet-up for new and expecting parents to connect and share in community with fellow parents.
Series - Unlocking the Power of Play: Supporting Social Play
Play is one of the richest ways children develop social skills. Yet with fewer unstructured peer interactions, many kids are missing out. This session focuses on how to create meaningful play opportunities with other children and how to coach your child through social play challenges without micromanaging their fun.
Valentine Stories and Crafts
Enjoy stories about love and friendship, and make a valentine for the upcoming holiday.
Hyde Park Day School In-Person Campus Tours
Hyde Park Day School invites prospective parents to join us for an in-person school tour!
Hyde Park Day School In-Person Campus Tours
Hyde Park Day School invites prospective parents to join us for an in-person school tour!
Hyde Park Day School In-Person Campus Tours
Hyde Park Day School invites prospective parents to join us for an in-person school tour!
Wake Up Words
Join us for a free sixty-minute program for ages 3-7 and their families, consisting of a performance or presentation and a hands-on art activity for the entire family.
Little Craft Hub
Explore and play with STEAM concepts in this craft program for the whole family!
Hyde Park Day School Virtual Open Houses
Prospective parents, join us for a Virtual Open House to determine whether HPDS is the right fit for your family.