For Kids & Families
Joyce and Avrum Gray & Family
Children's Center
Please note that the Gray Children's Center at Spertus has shifted from being open for drop-in visits to being open for facilitated family programs only.
Mark the dates below on your calendar and join us for some family fun!
February Stories—Sunday, February 28
Activities in the Gray Children's Center 10:30 am - 3 pm
Storytelling 1:30 - 3 pm
CD-signing to follow
Join award-winning storyteller Susan Stone as she delights young audiences with stories inspired by Jewish tradition.
Susan Stone brought her background in theater to her experience as a children’s librarian and became a storytelling virtuoso. She teaches storytelling to teachers at National-Louis University and has been honored with the Parents' Choice Gold Award, Storytelling World Award, and Parenting Publications Gold Award.
All ages welcome. Reservations recommended.
$7 for adults, $5 for children, free for children under 5 and Spertus members
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or call 312.322.1773 |
Illustrate the Love in Your Heart
Sunday, February 14
Activities in the Gray Children's Center 10:30 am - 3 pm
Arts Workshop 1:30 - 3 pm
Looking for a Jewish alternative to Valentine’s Day? Join Danielle Klinenberg to explore the Jewish concepts of love, creativity, creation, and transformation. Bring your love to life in a colorful tableau that illustrates your own dreams and creativity.
Danielle Klinenberg is a painter with a passion for developing community art programs. An exhibiting artist, she also works with families, schools, museums, festivals, galleries, and civic organizations including the Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, the Chicago Humanities Festival, Lollapalooza, Art Chicago, the Chicago Park District, and the Chicago Department of Cultural Affairs.
All ages welcome. Reservations recommended. Call 312.322.1773.
$7 for adults, $5 for children, free for children under 5 and Spertus members
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or call 312.322.1773 |
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Perfect for a Party!
Birthday parties at Spertus Museum are fun for everyone! Our Birthday Party Package includes playtime for your crowd in the Gray Children’s Center, a special craft activity in the Arts Studio, and a private room for your celebration.
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The Gray Children’s Center is made possible by the generosity and foresight of Joyce and Avrum Gray and their family. It was developed in partnership with Redmoon Theater and is recommended for kids ages 2 – 12, with their favorite adults. Additional thanks to Sheila and Larry Gerber for their support of Spertus family programs.