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Bump Club and Beyond Hosts a Series of School/Childcare Search Events This Fall

​Bump Club and Beyond has an entire series of events devoted to navigating childcare, preschool and beyond.

Navigating childcare, preschool and beyond can be a challenge in Chicago. Bump Club and Beyond has an entire series of events devoted to navigating these processes. Check out the various seminars and panels and join them for the BCBest in Childcare, Preschool and Beyond Meet and Greet on September 17th where 40+ of the best schools and childcare providers will be present for you to meet.
Local families have several event options to choose from:


Bump Club & Beyond Toddler Talk-- The ABCs and 123s of Preschools: Your Options and Where to Begin
What: The ABCs and 123s of Preschools: Your Options and Where to Begin
Where: Little Beans Café; 1809 West Webster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614
When: Monday, September 12, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Details: Laura Gradman, Chicago Preschool Pro, will answer the question, “Where do I get started?” as parents start to uncover the preschool/school process here in Chicago. She will go over options, where to look, what to look for, when to start and what to expect.
Tickets: Ticket includes admission to BCBest in Childcare on September 17. Purchase $25 ticket and find more information here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bcbu-toddler-talk-abcs-and-123s-of-preschool-at-little-beans-cafe-where-to-start-tickets-26645971819

Bump Club & Beyond Toddler Talk-- The ABCs and 123s of Preschools: Preschool Selection and Readiness Panel
What: The ABCs and 123s of Preschools: Preschool Selection and Readiness Panel

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Where: Little Beans Café; 1809 West Webster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614

When: Monday, September 19, 2016

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Details: Our panel of experts will go more in-depth on private vs. public school options, the application process, and preschool readiness. Panelists include Laura Gradman, Chicago Preschool Pro, Janeen Howard of Swellbeing, and a representative of Chicago Public Schools.

Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/b...

BCBest in Childcare, Preschool and Beyond
What: BCBest in Childcare, Preschool and Beyond
Where: iO; 1501 North Kingsbury Street, Chicago, IL 60642
When: Saturday, September 17, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Details: Join BCB and 50+ of the best preschools, day care facilities, nanny placement agencies and more to get at look at what they have to offer! Parents will have the opportunity to meet with these service providers to find what works best for you and your family.
Tickets: $10; Purchase and find more information athttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/bcbest-in-childcare-preschool-and-beyond-tickets-26645020975

For more information on this event series presented by Bump Club and Beyond, please visit:http://www.bumpclubandbeyond.com/schoolsearch/

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