C.I.T.Y. Dads Hang Out
2026-06-10 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Gator’s Wing Shack, 1719 N. Rand Rd., Palatine, IL, 60074, 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: Gator’s in Palatine
Email: hello@cityofsupport.org with any questions or to sign up for email alerts. No RSVP required.

Developmental Playgroup at the Skokie Public Library
2026-06-16 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-07-21 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-15 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-20 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-17 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Elmhurst Library, 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois, 60126, United States
This drop-in inclusive playgroup is for children younger than six who receive or are considering therapy services. Children play while families meet and find support.
Siblings are welcome. Free tickets will be given to those who attend.
Facilitated by staff from All Bright Therapies. Presented in partnership with C.I.T.Y. of Support.
https://www.skokielibrary.info/

Graduation Celebration 2026!
2026-06-20 09:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago) | Ivy Hill Elementary School, 2211 N. Burke Drive, Arlington Heights, IL, 60004, United States
Because every child is graduating from something, and all children are worth celebrating! Join us on Saturday, June 20th from 9:00-12:30 at Ivy Hill Elementary School for our annual Graduation Celebration. Registration is required–sign up here!

Every child is graduating from something…

Meeting therapy goals!
Adapting to new experiences!
Trying new foods!
Making new friends!
Mastering potty-training!
Moving to a new grade in school!

We cannot wait to celebrate this year’s graduates for all their hard work this past year! At this event, graduates will be showered with special attention for their achievement that includes:

Public acknowledgement of his/her accomplishment
Distribution of personalized medals
An accommodating cheer squad
Professional graduation photo
Celebratory treats
Interactive, low-structured Family Festival

​​​​Resources for parents & games/prizes for kids
High & low energy celebration options

Optional commemorative graduation photo frame (NEW!)

Reservations for a “Procession Time” are required to keep us organized. This is not a “sit-and-watch” event–it is highly-engaging, active family fun! Our graduation is designed to be a FREE & INTERACTIVE occasion, where families from all around Chicagoland can celebrate together (siblings too–as always!). Sign up your graduate(s), and join in the celebration! “Every child is graduating from something,” so let’s take the time to feature their accomplishments from this past year! Registration is required–sign up here!

The Summer Slide: Understanding Summer Regression
2026-06-25 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | GENEROC.I.T.Y. TOY SHOP, 1423 E. Palatine Rd., Arlington Heights, IL, 60004, United States
Guest blog contributed by: Callie Gilsenan, MS, BCBA, LBA, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst at CST Academy, a multidisplinary pediatric therapy and preschool organization serving families across Chicagoland. Join Callie as she hosts a FREE, live hybrid discussion on Thursday, June 25th from 7:00-8:00pm in-person at the GENEROC.I.T.Y. Shop (with free childcare available) and via zoom. Everyone is welcome, but registration is required. Register here to participate in-person and Register here to participate on zoom. Professionals: this webinar has also been submitted for Early Intervention credit.
Professionals: this webinar has also been submitted for Early Intervention credit.

C.I.T.Y. Dads Hang Out
2026-07-08 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Chicago) | Spears Bourbon Burgers Beer, 723 N. Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling, 60090, 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: Spears in Wheeling
Email: hello@cityofsupport.org with any questions or to sign up for email alerts. No RSVP required.

Developmental Playgroup at Arlington Heights Library
2026-07-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-08-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-09-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-10-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-11-10 10:00 - 11:00 UTC | Elmhurst Library, 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois, 60126, 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 with CITY of Support.

Drop-in. No Library Card Required.
https://www.ahml.info/

Developmental Playgroup at Elmhurst Library
2026-07-14 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-08-11 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-09-08 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-10-13 16:00 - 17:00, 2026-11-10 16:00 - 17:00 UTC | Elmhurst Library, 125 S Prospect Ave, Elmhurst, Illinois, 60126, 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://www.elmhurstpubliclibrary.org/

Developmental Playgroup at Mt Prospect Library
2026-07-28 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-08-25 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-09-29 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-10-27 10:30 - 11:30, 2026-11-24 10:30 - 11:30 UTC | Mt Prospect Library, 10 S Emerson St, Mount Prospect, Illinois, 60056, United States
This in-person program will be held in the Youth Program Room 119. Play and connect with other families who have children in therapy or are considering therapy. This is a relaxed drop-in program and siblings are welcome to join. Facilitated by Assential Therapies, and presented in partnership with C.I.T.Y. of Support. No registration required.

https://mppl.org/

Gymnastics Family Playdate
2026-08-01 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-05 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-03 18:00 - 19:00, 2026-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Gymnastics Training Center, 405 Enterprise Parkway, Lake Zurich, IL, 60047, United States
Join C.I.T.Y. of Support families for this monthly family playdate from 6-7pm at the Gymnastics Training Center in Lake Zurich ($10/child). Drop in!

Annual CITY Tribute Concert
2026-09-26 20:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago) | HOME Bar, 1227 N. Rand Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois, 60004, United States
Join us for this special night out–our version of a “gala”–with all proceeds going directly back to C.I.T.Y. of Support.
Enjoy live music from the local rock cover band, Valius, appetizers, & drinks as we host our 4th annual tribute concert fundraiser dedicated to the caregivers of children and those who support them on Saturday, Sept. 26th at 8:00pm at HOME Bar in Arlington Heights. Line up the babysitters now…more information coming soon.
Interested in participating as a sponsor? Opportunities are available now– Click here for more details!
