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Church of Our Saviour in Lincoln Park sponsors a non-religious, free playgroup for kids 0-4 years old.... This website holds info about the playgroup and other topics of interest (emphasis on free resources) to area families with tiny kids.

6.01.2009

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We Meet In Lincoln Park!

Join us Wed mornings and Tues/Thurs afternoons (for those tough hours before dinner)!

Who: Kids 0-4 years old.

Location: Church of Our Saviour, 530 W. Fullerton (@Clark), 773-549-3832.

Time:
Tuesdays, 2:30 - 4:30,
Wednesdays, 9:30 - 12,
Thursdays, 2:30 - 4:30

Parking: free, in connected lot.

The core group is 12 mos - 3 years old, but younger and older kids are welcome. The play area is large, carpeted and stocked with books and toys. Secure, warm (in winter) and cool (in summer). Safe crawler's area, toddler/preschooler zones, and school-style tables for homework or crafts. Arrive as late as 11:30am on Wed or 4pm on Tues/Thurs!

To ensure security, please email crabbiappl@aol.com for parking and building access directions.

Join our MeetUp group at
http://meetup.com/LincolnParkPlaygroup.


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My name is Christine. I am a mom and a member at COS. I used to work alot, and now I just feel like I work alot. As I am not a doctor, "health" notes found here are not medical advice from me!
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