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HelloBaby is a drop in play space for children between birth to 3 years old and their caregivers. HelloBaby was founded to help close that gap.
We know there is a profound lack of affordable services supporting young families in many Chicago neighborhoods. Our facility is state of the art, developmentally appropriate, environmentally responsible, safe, clean, and loaded with opportunities for movement, creativity, socializing, exploring and fun. We do this because we know the the best way for children to learn is through imagination and play. When they play children develop motor, social, language and math skills. We believe in doing our part, and we are on a mission to build healthier, safer families. In partnership with our neighbors, we are committed to making real change possible.
09/21/2026
We just can't get enough of these tiny faces! Everyday at HelloBaby is filled with their little smiles.
Monday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:15 am: Spanish and English Circle Time with Naya and Vanessa
Tuesday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:30 am: Read Aloud (Colleen is back!)
Wednesday:
Open Play!
Thursday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Exploring Sign Language with Ms. Shay
Friday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Broadway Story time with Stages
09/17/2026
We’re proud to support Davis Martin, the Chicago White Sox nominee for the 2026 Roberto Clemente Award! ⚾️💙
Davis has made a meaningful impact in Chicago—including rolling up his sleeves alongside White Sox ACE Baseball youth athletes right here at HelloBaby. Now it’s our turn to support him!
Vote for Davis Martin today! Voting is open through September 27.
https://www.mlb.com/community/roberto-clemente-award/white-sox
09/16/2026
We’re excited to share HelloBaby’s 2026 Annual Report! 💛
This year has been filled with growth, connection, and plenty of play. From welcoming families into our space and expanding programs and resources to making progress toward our second location, none of it would be possible without our incredible community.
Take a look back at the people, partnerships, and moments that made this year so special—and see how play is helping build stronger families and brighter futures.
✨ Read our 2026 Annual Report:https://hellobabychgo.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-Annual-Report-Sm.pdf
Thank you to our families, volunteers, donors, partners, and supporters for being part of HelloBaby!
09/14/2026
Here’s what’s happening at HelloBaby this week! 💛
Join us for a full week of play, learning, music, movement, stories, and connection. All programs are free and designed for little ones ages 0–3 and their caregivers.
We can’t wait to play with you!
Monday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:15 am: Spanish and English Circle Time with Naya and Vanessa
Tuesday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:30 am: Read Aloud (Colleen will be back!)
Wednesday:
Open Play!
Thursday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Exploring Sign Language with Ms. Shay
Friday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Broadway Story time with Stages
09/07/2026
This week at HelloBaby 💛 In observance of Labor Day, we’ll be closed on Monday and will reopen Tuesday for another week of play, connection, and fun. Check out this week’s schedule and come join us—we can’t wait to see you!
Monday:
Closed for Labor Day
Tuesday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:30 am: Read Aloud
Wednesday:
Open Play!
Thursday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Exploring Sign Language with Ms. Shay
Friday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Broadway Story time with Stages
09/03/2026
⛳️ What a great day on the course! We’re incredibly honored to once again be the chosen charity for the Kroeschell Charity Golf Outing. We’re so grateful to the Kroeschell team and everyone who came out to golf, give, and support HelloBaby and the families we serve. 💚
Thank you for continuing to believe in our mission and the power of play!
08/31/2026
A little shorter week at HelloBaby! đź’›
Please note: We’ll be CLOSED Monday & Tuesday for maintenance while we give our space a little TLC.
We’ll be back and ready to play on Wednesday! Check out this week’s schedule and come join us for all the fun. Teddy will be patiently waiting to see you!
See you soon!
Monday:
đź•Ą CLOSED
Tuesday:
đź•Ą CLOSED
Wednesday:
Open Play!
Thursday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Exploring Sign Language with Ms. Shay
Friday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Broadway Story time with Stages
08/24/2026
Plot twist: HelloBaby isn’t just for the babies.
It’s a place for parents and caregivers to find their people. For staff and volunteers to build relationships. For board members to connect with the community they serve.
Because sometimes the grown-ups need a village, too.
Monday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:15 am: Spanish and English Circle Time with Naya and Vanessa
EARLY CLOSE AT 12
Tuesday:
đź•Ą 10:30 am - 11:30 am: Read Aloud
Wednesday:
Open Play!
Thursday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Exploring Sign Language with Ms. Shay
Friday:
đź•Ą 10:30 - 11:30 Broadway Story time with Stages
Saturday:
đź•Ą10:00 am - 2:00 pm Summer Saturdays!
Free play. Free classes. Free diapers. Free books. Free really means FREE at HelloBaby.
No memberships. No fees. No catch. Just a welcoming place for little ones and their grown-ups to play, learn, connect, and grow.
Come play—it’s on us!
08/18/2026
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600 E. 61st Street
Chicago, IL
60637
Opening Hours
| Monday | 9am - 4pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 4pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 4pm |
| Friday | 9am - 4pm |