Keshet Social Activities
Keshet's social activities are designed to encourage kids’ and adults’ social growth, emotional development, self-confidence and communication skills.
Movie Review
Be a movie critic! Each week, participants watch a movie on their own, and come to Movie Review ready to discuss it. We explore themes, characters and stories while watching clips from the movie. Movie Review encourages critical thinking and communication skills. Zoom link will be provided prior to program start date.
Mondays: Jan. 4-Feb. 22
4:00-5:00pm
All Ages
$80
Drama
Keshet's drama class is all about imagination, creativity and performing. Each session is packed with interacitve game that get everyone involved whehter they want to be a star or prefer to be a supporting cast. Our expert instructor makes sure that everyone can participate in their own unique way while building self-confidence. Zoom link will be provided prior to program start date.
Mondays: Jan. 4-Feb. 22 OR Tuesdays: Jan. 5-Feb. 23
5:00-6:00pm
All Ages
$80
Music with Becca
Keshet brings the fun and benefits of music therapy into your home through Zoom. Music with Becca involves singing, song writing, dancing and instrument play. Students practice communication, social and executive functioning skills. Sessions are led by a certified music therapist and are designed to meet the needs of the group. Zoom link will be provided prior to program start date.
Tuesdays: Jan. 5-Feb. 23 OR Thursdays: Jan. 7-Feb. 26
4:00-5:00pm
All Ages
$80
Fitness Fun
Just because we're stuck inside doesn't mean that we can't be active. Workout and get moving with Keshet and your friends. Each week's class is different and combines strength building, aerobic games, dance, yoga, agility and balance. Zoom link will be provided prior to program start date.
Wednesdays: Jan. 6-Feb. 24
4:00-5:00pm
All Ages
$80
Song Session
Listen and sing-a-long with our song leader to pop music and other favorites. Zoom link will be provided prior to program start date.
Wednesdays: Jan. 6-Feb. 24
5:00-6:00pm
All Ages
$80
Game On!
Put on your thinking caps… You’re in for a lot of (virtual) fun! Each week will be a different game. You'll play Jeopardy, Bingo, Jackbox Games and more! Zoom link will be provided prior to program start date.
Thursdays: Jan. 7-Feb. 25
5:00-6:00pm
All Ages
$80
Keshet Inclusive Choir
Be part of the one of Keshet's greatest traditions by singing in the choir. This year's choir will virtually perform at Keshet's Raising Voices event on March 4, 2021.
Sundays: Jan. 10-Feb. 28
4:00-5:00pm
All Ages
Free
BBYO
Keshet provides support for teens to participate in BBYO chapters throughout Chicago and the suburbs. Inclusive programming includes social outings, leadership development, community service and conventions. BBYO is operating virtually this fall.
Please contact Marni Sommerfield at 847.370.4357 to discuss availability and schedule an intake prior to registering.
USY
Keshet partners with USY to offer inclusive chapters at two synagogues, Anshe Emet (Chicago) and Beth Shalom (Northbrook). Activities include lounge nights, outings, social action and conventions. Membership to these synagogues is not required for participation. USY is operating virtually this fall.
Registration begins by contacting Abby Baron at 847.790.6993 to discuss availability and schedule an intake.
Questions about Social Programs?
Contact our staff:
Marni Sommerfield | Assistant Director of Recreation & Summer Programs
Abby Baron | Program Manager
Jennifer Evans | Director of Recreation
Leslee Cohen-Lavin | Keshet Recreation Administrator
Families pay an annual membership of $36/year to participate in Keshet's programs. The membership fee is required and paid at the time of registration.