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  • Tue 9
    arlington heights developmental playgroup
    September 9 @ 10:00 am Developmental Playgroup at the Arlington Heights Library

    Developmental Playgroup at the Arlington Heights Library

    Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States

    An inclusive drop-in playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services, ages 0-5.  Children play while families meet and find support.  Siblings welcome. Facilitated by Julie Kander, CITY of Support.  To request accommodations, please contact us at 847-392-0100 or youthprograms@ahml.info prior to the event.  Drop-in. No Library Card Required https://www.ahml.info  

  • Tue 9
    September 9 @ 4:00 pm Developmental Playgroup at Elmhurst Library

    Developmental Playgroup at Elmhurst Library

    Elmhurst Library 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois, United States

    An inclusive drop-in playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services, ages 0-5.  Children play while families meet and find support.  Siblings welcome. Facilitated by Amy Mishima (Local Leader of C.I.T.Y. of Support) and Ellen Karalis (Executive Director of Comprehensive Behavior Development).  Drop-in. No Library Card Required.  https://elmhurstpubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/14200988

  • Wed 10
    September 10 @ 7:00 pm C.I.T.Y. Dads Hang Out

    C.I.T.Y. Dads Hang Out

    The Landmark Inn Bar & Grille 1352 Shermer Rd., Northbrook, IL, United States

    Grab a beer with other dads in our community on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. This casual hangout, with no agenda/structure, is designed to bring dads together in a stress-free environment to make connections with other parents in similar situations. Join the dads at 7:00pm at The Landmark Inn Bar & Grille (1352 Shermer Rd. […]

  • Sat 27
    Featured September 27 @ 1:00 pm

    “Let’s Meet” Parent Retreat

    REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! Parents!  This in-person retreat was designed just for you! Mark it on your calendar, and line up the babysitters now, so you can treat yourself to this day of connecting and learning! This is a day that will benefit you AND your child--we hope you'll join us! Thanks to the generosity […]

  • October 2025
  • Sat 4
    Featured October 4 @ 3:30 pm

    Come Check out a Fire Engine!

    Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy 755 Ela Road, Suite A, Lake Zurich, IL, United States

    Infinity & Beyond Pediatric Therapy in Lake Zurich we will be hosting a FREE COMMUNITY EVENT on Saturday 10/04/25 for Fire Safety Awareness Month. The Lake Zurich Fire Department will be bringing an engine and fire fighters to answer questions and give out information! This will be a sensory-friendly event.  Additionally, we will have a therapy dog on […]

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  • Wed 8
    October 8 @ 7:00 pm C.I.T.Y. Dads Hang Out

    C.I.T.Y. Dads Hang Out

    Gator's Wing Shack 1719 N. Rand Rd., Palatine, IL, United States

    Grab a beer with other dads in our community on the 2nd Wednesday of each month. This casual hangout, with no agenda/structure, is designed to bring dads together in a stress-free environment to make connections with other parents in similar situations. Join the dads at 7:00pm at Gator's Wing Shack in Palatine. Email: hello@cityofsupport.org with any […]

  • Tue 14
    arlington heights developmental playgroup
    October 14 @ 10:00 am Developmental Playgroup at the Arlington Heights Library

    Developmental Playgroup at the Arlington Heights Library

    Arlington Heights Memorial Library 500 N. Dunton Ave, Arlington Heights, Illinois, United States

    An inclusive drop-in playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services, ages 0-5.  Children play while families meet and find support.  Siblings welcome. Facilitated by Julie Kander, CITY of Support.  To request accommodations, please contact us at 847-392-0100 or youthprograms@ahml.info prior to the event.  Drop-in. No Library Card Required https://www.ahml.info  

  • Tue 14
    October 14 @ 4:00 pm Developmental Playgroup at Elmhurst Library

    Developmental Playgroup at Elmhurst Library

    Elmhurst Library 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois, United States

    An inclusive drop-in playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services, ages 0-5.  Children play while families meet and find support.  Siblings welcome. Facilitated by Amy Mishima (Local Leader of C.I.T.Y. of Support) and Ellen Karalis (Executive Director of Comprehensive Behavior Development).  Drop-in. No Library Card Required.  https://elmhurstpubliclibrary.libcal.com/event/14572531

  • Wed 15
    October 15 @ 11:30 am

    Developmental Playgroup at the Barrington Library

    Barrington Area Library 505 N Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL, United States

    An inclusive drop-in playgroup for children who receive or are considering therapy services, ages 0 – 5. Children play while families meet and find support. Siblings welcome. Facilitated by Megan Smith, a Clinical Therapist at Peace Within Therapy and Wellness, and aligned with C.I.T.Y. of Support’s program model.  Drop in. Program Room. Drop in and please bring your […]

  • Wed 15
    Featured October 15 @ 7:00 pm

    “You Gotta Read This!” 2025 Book Discussion

    GENEROC.I.T.Y. TOY SHOP 1423 E. Palatine Rd., Arlington Heights, IL, United States

    Once a year, we select a book that we think the entire community could benefit from reading.  The challenge is to recruit people within your personal network to participate in a meaningful conversation about the Disability community while also increasing your own personal knowledge.  Once completing How to Handle More Than You Can Handle, we think you'll tell your […]

  • Fri 17
    October 17 @ 1:30 pm

    Developmental Playgroup at the Skokie Library

    Skokie Public Library 5215 N. Oakton St., Skokie, IL

    This drop-in inclusive playgroup is for children who receive or are considering therapy services, age birth-5. Children play while families meet and find support. Siblings are welcome. Facilitated by staff from All Bright Therapies. Presented in partnership with C.I.T.Y of Support.

  • Sat 18
    Featured October 18 @ 9:30 am

    Free Halloween Parent Safety Workshop + Kids Social Hour

    Motivated Learners 712 S. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, IL, United States

    Families, you are invited to a FREE workshop on Halloween Safety for your child with autism while they enjoy a magical Halloween social experience with our team of Registered Behavior Technicians! FOR PARENTS: Equip parents with strategies for keeping their children safe during halloween outings, focusing on communication, elopment prevention, costume concerns, and community participation. […]

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