Events
Upcoming
🎄 FIT4MOM OPRF Annual Holiday Party: Comfy & Bright 🎄 December 13th
- Saturday, December 13th 7:30pm-10pm
- @ A home in Oak Park
- Moms, it’s time to kick off your holiday season with warmth, laughter, and a little sparkle! Join us Saturday, December 13th for our Comfy & Bright holiday party — where fuzzy socks, twinkle lights, and good vibes are highly encouraged.
- ✨What’s in store:
- • A festive white elephant gift exchange (bring a wrapped gift under $15 — funny, quirky, or cozy!)
- • Bring a snack or drink to share with the Village
- • Warm drinks and treats to sip and savor
- • Laughter, connection, and holiday cheer with your FIT4MOM Village
Come as you are — cozy, comfy, and ready to celebrate the season with the moms who lift you up all year long.
Open to members and session participants only.
RSVP today and let’s make this a night to remember!
Coffee’s on us after Body Ignite! December 14th
- Sunday, December 14th 8am
- @ Academy of Movement & Music
We’re serving up fresh coffee right after Body Ignite! Stay and sip with your mama crew, laugh a little, breathe a little… or snag a cup to go and keep that energized glow rolling into your day.
Because workouts + coffee + community? That’s the good stuff.💛🔥
FIT4MOM OPRF MyGym Playdate December 14th
- Sunday, December 14th 8:45am
- @ MyGym
Family playdate incoming! Our friends at MyGym are sadly closing, but we’re invited for one last exclusive playdate together. Let’s give this beloved space a joyful send-off.
$15 for the first kid, half off each additional sibling. Register at the link to save your spot Enroll here for MyGym Playdate
FIT4MOM Sip and Stroll at Espresso Cafe December 16th
- Tuesday, December 16th 9am
- @ Espresso Cafe
Start your day with a little movement and a whole lot of connection. Join us at Espresso Café for Sip & Stroll—because mornings feel better when we do them together. ❤️
🍪 Cookie Exchange After Strides 360! 🍪 December 20th
- Saturday, December 20th, 9:00am
- @ ROOS
Mamas, let’s make your Saturday extra sweet. After Strides 360 at ROOS, we’re heading just a few minutes away to one of our instructor’s homes for a cozy little Cookie Exchange! Perfect timing, zero hassle — just stroll on over after class.
Bring 2–3 dozen cookies to share and the recipe so everyone can take home the magic. Homemade, store-bought, Pinterest experiments… it’s all welcome.
Can’t wait to sweat together, then snack together. This community always shows up — in workouts and in baked goods.
Free Stroller Strides at North RIverside Mall December 30th
- Tuesday, December 30th, 9:00am
- @ North Riverside Mall
- Come get your stride on, mama! 💪💙 Join us for a special Stroller Strides class at North Riverside Mall to celebrate the opening of the new kids’ play area! After class, stick around for fun with Bluey, Paw Patrol, and Miss Jamie’s Farm. Bring your stroller, your littles, and come enjoy a morning of movement + community! 💙
FIT4MOM New Year’s Eve Stroller Strides December 31st
- Wednesday, December 31st, 9:30am
- @ Play It Again Sports
- Close out the year with your crew. ✨
- Join us for New Year’s Eve Stroller Strides—a feel-good workout, a whole lot of mom community, and the perfect way to step into a new year feeling proud, energized, and connected. ❤️ First class is always free—come try something that feels good.
Light Up Your 2026 🔥 New Year’s Day Body Ignite + Sip & Social! January 1st
- Thursday, January 1st 7:30pm
- @ The treehouse
Kick off 2026 with strength, connection, and a little sparkle, mama! Join us on New Year’s Day at 7:30pm for a special Body Ignite class designed to shake off the holiday fog and light up your new year with intention.
After class, stick around for a hard seltzer or mocktail and some easy, happy mom-to-mom social time. Because starting a new year with community? That’s the real magic.✨
Let’s begin 2026 feeling strong, supported, and surrounded by your FIT4MOM village. You in? 💛
New Year GRIP Retreat January 11th
- Sunday, January 11th 9am-2pm
- @ Le Village Cowork
✨Mamas… this is YOUR reset button.✨
Join us for our New Year GRIP Retreat — a full-body, full-heart experience designed to help you Grow, Rest, Inspire, and Plan your way into 2026.
- We’re talking:
- 💛 Breathwork that melts tension
- 💛 Nutrition wisdom that actually feels doable
- 💛 Grounding, soul-filling yoga
- 💛 Emotional eating insights that hit home
- 💛 Journaling + planning so you leave with real clarity
- 💛 A community of moms who get you and cheer for you
And here’s the best part…
- Pricing:
- ✨ $165 for guests
- ✨ $140 for our members
- ✨ $30 for anyone enrolled in the next Body Well session
If you needed another reason to jump into the next session of Body Well… this is it. 💥
This retreat is your space to breathe, reconnect, and remember what it feels like to put yourself back on the list. To start your year feeling held, supported, and lit up from the inside out.
If your mama heart is craving a reset… this is it.
Let’s step into 2026 together — grounded, focused, and inspired. ✨💛🌿
FIT4MOM 1st Annual Run Into Spring – 1 Mile, 5K & 10K March 1st
- Sunday, March 1st 7:30 am
- @ Miller Meadow
Shake off the winter and run into spring at Miller Meadow Forest Preserve in Forest Park, IL! Choose from a 1 mile fun run, 5K, or 10K. All events are manually timed, and each participant receives a long-sleeve t-shirt and race bib.
Strollers are welcome and will start behind the runners to keep the course safe for everyone.
- Event Details
- Date: Sunday, March 1, 2026
- Packet Pickup: 7:30 AM at the start/finish area
- 1 Mile Fun Run: 8:00 AM
- 5K & 10K: 8:30 AM
- Location: Miller Meadow South Forest Preserve, across from Loyola Hospital on 1st Avenue
- Driving entrance: South of Roosevelt Rd off 1st Avenue
- GPS: 41.8586078018831, -87.83214797774592
Race Check-In & Packet Pickup
All participants must check in on race morning.
Receive your race bib and t-shirt.
Race numbers must be worn on the front of your body. Pins provided.
Timing: Manually timed by volunteers at the start/finish.
Amenities
Aid Station: Water, fruit, and high-energy snacks.
Drop Bag Area: Near start/finish. Weather-proof packing recommended.
Family Tent: For diaper changes or feeding little ones.
Restrooms: Portable restrooms near start/finish.
Sustainability: Bring reusable hydration (bottles, vests, cups).
Awards
All finishers receive a medal.
Top Male & Female in the 5K and 10K earn special awards.
Parking
Free parking near start/finish.
Overflow parking available within Miller Meadow Forest Preserve.
Sign up
- https://www.runrace.net/findarace.php?id=26060IL&tab=a3
- FIT4MOM Members and this Winter session of Run Club participants please reach out to oakpark@fit4mom.com to get a $10 off code for the whole family.
Past
FIT4MOM Gingerbread Stroller Strides December 10th
- Wednesday, December 10th 9:30am
- @ Play it again sports
Run, run, as fast as you can… to Gingerbread Stroller Strides! 🍪✨ Join us for a festive workout, holiday cheer, and plenty of giggles from your little gingerbread crew. Come move, connect, and make some sweet memories with us. First class is always free—come try the magic
📚 Book4Mom Night 💕 December 6th
- Saturday, December 6th 6pm
- @ Centre Physical Therapy Oak Park
Our next book club pick is The Compound — a story that’ll have us all wondering what we’d do in the most unexpected situations.
Join us for great conversation, laughter, and a little mom time. Bring your favorite snack or drink to share and settle in with friends who get it.
✨ All moms welcome — no pressure to finish the book, just come connect.
FIT4MOM Sip and Stroll at The Daly Bagel December 2nd
- Tuesday, December 2nd 9am
- @ The Daly Bagel
Sip, stroll, and soak in some mom time. Join us at The Daly Bagel for a relaxed morning walk, hot coffee in hand, and the best company around. Bring your kiddos, bring a friend, or just bring yourself. 💛
🎁 Holiday Toy Drive at Strides 360 November 29th
- Saturday, November 29th 8am
- @ ROOS
- Hey mama, we’re turning our Nov 29th Strides 360 class into a feel-good sweat session with a purpose! We’re collecting toys for Sarah’s Inn to help bring joy to families in our community this holiday season. 💛
If you’d like to join in, bring a new, unwrapped toy, book, or gift card to class. Totally optional — no pressure at all. We just love creating opportunities to give back together.
And since this falls right after Black Friday… it’s the perfect moment to snag a deal while you’re already in shopping mode.🙌
- Can’t make it to class but still want to donate? You’ve got options, mama:
- • Drop items at local Oak Park businesses, libraries, or police stations
- • Or ship directly from Sarah’s Inn’s Target or Amazon wish lists
- Sarah’s Inn Wish Lists + Info:
- https://sarahsinn.org/holiday-gift-project/
- Let’s move, give, and sprinkle some holiday joy across our community.✨
FIT4MOM Stroller Strides - Turkey Trot Edition November 26th
- Wednesday, November 26th 9:30am
- @ Play It Again Sports
Join us the day before Thanksgiving for a special Thanksgiving-themed Stroller Strides! We’ll sweat, laugh, and get those pre-feast endorphins flowing — then stick around for a fun playdate for kids of all ages.
A little gratitude, a little movement, a lot of fun.
First class is always free!
💖✨ Taylor Swift Themed Strides 360 ✨💖 November 21ST
- Friday, November 21st 9:30am
- @ ROOS
Get ready to sweat, sing, and sparkle!
We’re bringing all the eras to this full-body Strides 360 workout — cardio, strength, and plenty of Taylor vibes.
Whether you’re feeling Fearless or in your Reputation era, this one’s for you.
Friendship bracelets, red lips, and Swiftie energy highly encouraged.
☕ Sip & Stroll at Wise Cup – Oak Park 💛 November 18th
- Tuesday, November 18th 9am
- @ Wise Cup
Take a break, grab your stroller, and join us for some coffee and connection. We’ll sip, stroll, and share a little mom time — because sometimes, slowing down together is just what we need.
All moms and littles welcome. Come as you are, leave feeling a little more grounded.✨
Family Volunteer Event 💌 November 15th
- Saturday, November 15th 1pm - 3pm
- @ Forest Park Library
Join us at the Forest Park Library as we spread some holiday cheer to local senior citizens!
We’ll be making heartfelt cards — parents can write messages, and kids can decorate with drawings, stickers, and creativity.
It’s a simple way to give back together and brighten someone’s season.
All families welcome!
📚 Book4Mom Night 💕 November 14th
- Friday, November 14th 7pm
- @ Centre Physical Therapy Oak Park
Join us for our next book club gathering as we dive into Hello Beautiful — a story full of family, love, and the strength it takes to start again.
Bring your thoughts, your favorite snack or drink to share, and settle in for an evening of good conversation and even better company.
✨ All moms welcome — come for the book, stay for the connection.
Toy Exchange November 9th
- Sunday, November 9th 1:30pm
- @ A backyard in Oak Park
No need to bring anything — we’ll have tons of toys ready for you to browse and take home. Give old toys new life and clear a little space at home while you’re at it!
Kids are welcome to tag along, and anything left over will be donated to families in need.
🎬 Backyard Movie Night: Village Hangout! 🎬 November 8th
- Saturday, November 8th 4pm-6pm
- @ Backyard in River Forest
Open to all FIT4MOM members and session participants — bring your family and join us for a cozy evening together! We’ll vote on the movie and start the show at 4:30pm.
🍿Popcorn’s on us! Feel free to bring a favorite snack or beverage to share.
Come connect with other moms and families, relax, and enjoy a little village time. Kids are welcome, and good vibes are guaranteed! 💛
🎤 Moms’ Night Out! Comedy, Dinner, Drinks! November 7th
- Friday, November 7th 7:30 pm
- @ Bizzy Bees
Join us for 2 Marks and a Mic, the only Friday Night Open Mic in Forest Park — FREE for everyone!
Hosted by Mark Allen & Marko the Comic at Bizzy Bees (26 Lathrop Ave).
- 🍯Sign up at 7:30 | Show starts at 8
- 🍸BYOB + Bizzy Bees’ amazing menu = perfect combo
- 🎟️ Grab your spot now: 2marks.eventbrite.com
Bring your friends. Make new ones. Laugh ‘til your cheeks hurt.
☀️ FIT4MOM - Free Open House Class at ROOS! November 7th
- Friday, November 7th 9:30 am
- @ ROOS
Friday, Nov 7th, join us for a fun indoor workout — no coat, no cold, no problem.
It’s always bright and 68° inside ROOS, all winter long.
Bring your kiddo (or come solo!) and see what our indoor season is all about.
Just bring yourself and a smile. 💪🍂
🍁 FIT4MOM - We’re moving indoors! November 5th
- Wednesday, November 5th 9:30 am
- @ Play it again sports
Next week our outdoor classes head inside for the season — and we’re kicking it off with something special.
Join us next Wednesday at Play It Again Sports for a free open house class! Moms (and kiddos, if you’d like to bring them!) are welcome for a fun, sweat-filled morning followed by cozy fall treats — think pumpkin goodies and apple cider just for you.
Come move, connect, and celebrate a new season with our Village.
☕ Sip & Stroll at Publican Quality Bread – Oak Park 🥐 November 4th
- Tuesday, November 4th 9am
- @ Publican Quality Bread - 211 Harrison St, Oak Park
Because sometimes, what you really need is coffee, carbs, and conversation. Join our FIT4MOM Village for a relaxed Sip & Stroll — a little movement, a lot of connection.
Moms, littles, and strollers welcome. Come as you are, leave a little lighter.💛
🍂 Last Day Outside Playdate! November 1st
Saturday, November 1st 8:50am
- @ Forest Park Park District
Let’s soak up the season with a playground playdate right after Strides 360!
We’ll have donuts & apple cider to snack on, and our FIT4BABY crew will be joining — perfect chance to check out our strollers in action.
Come play, connect, and celebrate the season with us!
FIT4MOM OPRF Strong Moms Stronger Cause October 30th
- Thursday, October 30th 7:30pm
- @ The Treehouse
This October, we move for more than ourselves.
Join our Village for a special themed class in support of breast cancer awareness, prevention, and wellness with our partner Keep A Breast.
Every stride, every rep, every moment of strength matters — because when we move together, we raise hope together.
Donate ahead of time: https://give.keep-a-breast.org/OPRF2
🎃👻 Halloween Stroller Strides! 👻🎃 October 29th
- Wednesday, October 29th 9:30am
- @ Park District of Forest Park
Join us Wednesday, October 29th for a spooktacular workout! Wear your costumes (moms + littles!) and get ready for a Halloween-themed Stroller Strides. After class, we’ll have a fun craft for the kids and plenty of time for spooky-cute photos. 🕷🧡 If you have never tried our class yet, here's your chance. First Class is always free!
🔥🖤Body Ignite - Demon Hunters Assemble! 🖤🔥 OCTOBER 26th
- Sunday, October 26th at 8am
- @ Academy of Movement & Music
Join us and suit up for full-body strength training—a battle against weakness itself! ⚔️✨ You’ll leave feeling unstoppable and powerful, like you just headlined a K-Pop stage and slayed a few demons on the way.
- What to bring for the fight:
- 🧘 A mat (your training ground)
- 💧 Water bottle (your healing potion)
- 🏋️ One medium-to-heavy weight (your weapon of choice)
- We’ll wield these for:
- Core strikes
- Unilateral lunges (power stance!)
- Unilateral shoulder press (raise your weapon high!)
Let’s rise together, stronger than ever!
Strides 360 Halloween themed OCTOBER 25th
- Saturday, October 25th at 8am
- @ Park District of Forest Park
🎃Get Ready for a Spooktacular Halloween Strides 360 Class!👻
Dress up the kids in their cutest (or spookiest!) costumes and join us for a fun-filled Halloween Strides 360 class!🎉
This is a family-friendly class — kids over age 3 and partners who have signed a waiver are welcome to join you. (Don’t add them into Glofox — reach out to get a waiver.)
After class, we’ll have a special trick-or-treat walk where the little ones can visit each stroller/mom for some goodies! 🍬 Feel free to bring a nut-free treat or small toy to share (totally optional, but always fun).
It’s going to be a frightfully good time! 🎃👻
Sip and Stroll OCTOBER 21st
- Tuesday, October 21st at 9am
- @ U3
Join us for a relaxed morning walk to wake up your body and clear your mind, followed by a delicious drink at U3. Good conversation, fresh air, and a little caffeine magic—what better way to start your day?
Cheer on FIT4MOM OPRF’s Zombie Moms at the Forest Park Casket Races October 18th
- Saturday, October 18th 9:30am
- @ Forest Park Casket Races
️🎃⚡Calling all families!️⚡️🧟♀️
FIT4MOM OPRF’s Zombie Moms are hitting the streets at the Forest Park Casket Races—and we need our village there to cheer us on! Bring your family, grab a spot along Madison, and let’s make some noise for our team. 🖤💪
👻 Event Schedule
9:30 am: Vendor food & fun
9:30–10 am: Teams – Rules & format review
10:30 am: Parade of Caskets
11 am: Races begin (trophies awarded after final heat)
Kids & Pets Costume Parade: Right before the final 4 heats🎭🐾
12:30–2:30 pm: Trick or Treat on Madison Street 🍬
✨Make it a full family day—cheering, costumes, candy, and community. Don’t forget your best spooky spirit!
✨ Book Club Night ✨ October 17th
- Friday, October 17th 7pm
- @ Centre Physical Therapy Oak Park
Join us for connection, conversation, and community as we dive into Did You Hear About Kitty Karr? — a story that’ll give us plenty to talk about.
Bring your thoughts, your favorite cozy drink, and get ready for a great discussion.
💖✨ TAYLOR SWIFT STRIDES 360 ✨💖 October 17th
- Friday, October 17th 9:30am
- @ Park District of Forest Park
️We’re turning our workout into a full-on Swiftie celebration!
Join us for a heart-pumping Strides 360 class set to all your favorite Taylor hits — cardio, strength, and a little sparkle included.
Whether you’re in your Reputation era or Lover era, grab your sneakers, your besties, and come ready to sweat, sing, and shine.
🍎✨ Apple-Themed Stroller Barre! ✨🍎 October 13th
- Monday, October 13th 6pm
- @ Temple Har Zion
Join us Monday, October 13th for a sweet fall workout—Stroller Barre with an apple twist! Think strength, balance, and plenty of fun for you + your little one. After class, we’ll celebrate with apple-themed fun for the kiddos. 🍏🍎 If you have never tried our class yet, here's your chance. First Class is always free!
👻✨ REDO Moms Night In: Haunted Edition ✨👻 October 11th
- Saturday, October 11th 7:30pm
- @ Home in Forest Park (Address to be disclosed day of)
Change of plans!👻
This Saturday’s Moms Night Out is now a Moms Night In! We didn’t have enough sign-ups for the haunted house, so we’re doing a scary movie night at my place instead.
- 🕢Starts: 7:30 PM
- 🍷BYOB
- 🍫Snacks: Feel free to bring a treat to share (totally optional!)
Get ready for a cozy (and spooky!) night in 👀🎬
Family Outing to the Trailside Museum October 11th
- Saturday, October 11th 9:30-11am
- @ Trailside Museum
Saturday plans? Start strong with Strides 360 at 8am, then keep the adventure going with your little one at Trailside Museum 🐢🦉. We’ll visit the animals inside and out, and let the kids lead the way exploring.
🍂✨ Fall Fun Stroller Strides! ✨🍂 October 8th
- Wednesday, October 8th 9:30am
- @ Park District of Forest Park
- Join us Wednesday, October 8th for a festive fall-themed Stroller Strides! We’ll get in a great workout together, then stick around for:
- 🎨 A fun fall craft for the kids
- 📸 A seasonal photo op for all the moms + littles
Bring your stroller, your kiddos, and your best fall vibes—let’s kick off the season together! 🍁
First Class is always free!
Sip and Stroll OCTOBER 7TH
- Tuesday, October 7th at 9am
- @ Black Fodder
Join us for a relaxed morning walk to wake up your body and clear your mind, followed by a delicious drink at Black Fodder. Good conversation, fresh air, and a little caffeine magic—what better way to start your day?
🎉 Milestone Class Alert! 🎉 October 4th
Join us Saturday, October 4th at 8:00 AM for a celebration of YOU and all the milestones you’ve crushed this year!💪💕
✨Bring your kiddos—they’ll love cheering you on as we recognize your hard work and accomplishments.👶👧🧒
- 🏅The more classes you’ve attended over the years, the bigger the prize you’ll earn!
- Check your progress in the FIT4MOM app and aim for that next milestone—because a better prize is waiting for you.🎁✨
We’ll sweat, celebrate, and cheer each other on. Don’t miss this special morning, mama—you’ve earned it!🌸
✨ Glow & Go: Final Thursday Strides 360 ✨ October 2nd
- Thursday, October 2nd at 6pm
- Park District of Forest Park
We’re closing out our Thursday Strides 360 season with a party on the move—glow sticks, high energy, and one last chance to sweat it out together under the lights. Bring your best moves, your brightest gear, and let’s light up the night the FIT4MOM way.
MNO Sip and Shop at Lively! SEPTEMBER 26TH
- Friday, September 26th 6-8pm
- @ Lively
Moms’ Night Out 🍷🛍️ Join us at Lively for a fun Sip & Shop! Enjoy drinks, browse beautiful finds, and catch up with friends.
🚧 “Build Your Strength” Stroller Strides 🚧 SEPTEMBER 24TH
- Wednesday, September 24th 9:30am
- @ Forest Park District
Hard hats on, strollers ready — it’s time to break ground on a full-body workout! Each station is inspired by life on the construction site, with moves designed to “build” your strength, endurance, and balance.
Sip and Stroll SEPTEMBER 23rd
- Tuesday, September 23rd at 9am
- @ Fairgrounds
Join us for a relaxed morning walk to wake up your body and clear your mind, followed by a delicious drink at Fairground. Good conversation, fresh air, and a little caffeine magic—what better way to start your day?
Strides 360: Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month SEPTEMBER 20TH
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Us! 🎉
Join us for a special Strides 360 workout on Saturday, Sept. 20 at 8 AM! We’ll move, sweat, and celebrate with a fun, Hispanic Heritage–inspired workout. After class, the kiddos can enjoy a piñata party filled with treats and smiles.💃✨
Let’s honor culture, community, and connection—together!
FIT4MOM Book Club SEPTEMBER 20TH
- Saturday, September 20th 6-8pm
- @ Centre Physical Therapy OP
Join us as we dive into Invisible Women. Come ready to share your thoughts and enjoy great conversation!
🧟♀️👑 “Descendants & Zombies World Tour” Stroller Barre 👑🧟♂️ SEPTEMBER 15TH
- Monday, September 15th at 6pm
- @ Temple Har Zion
Get ready to channel your inner VK, cheerleader, or zombie with a Stroller Barre class inspired by Descendants & Zombies! We’ll fuse barre moves with Disney-style fun so you get a killer (but totally magical) full-body workout.
🚜 “Down on the Farm” Stroller Strides 🚜 SEPTEMBER 10TH
Wednesday, September 10th at 9:30am
@ Forest Park District
Lace up your boots and grab your strollers — we’re heading to the farm for a fun, full-body workout! Each exercise will be inspired by life on the farm, giving you a mix of cardio, strength, and core moves (plus lots of laughs).
Sip and Stroll SEPTEMBER 9TH
Tuesday, September 9th at 9am
@ Expresso Cafe
Start your morning with a friendly walk through the neighborhood, then treat yourself to a cozy coffee (or tea!) at Espresso Café. It’s the perfect blend of movement, connection, and caffeine. Bring a friend—or make new ones along the way!
✨ Family Event Summer Movie in the Park: Wicked! ✨ SEPTEMBER 5TH
Friday, September 5th at 7pm
@ North Riverside Village Commons
Bring the family, grab your chairs or a cozy blanket, and enjoy a magical night under the stars at the North Riverside Village Commons to watch Wicked together.
FIT4MOM used toy exchange after class SEPTEMBER 4TH
Thursday, September 4th at 6pm@ Forest Park district
Declutter + refresh your toy stash! Bring gently loved toys to swap after class on Thursday, Sept 5th. Let’s give our kiddos something ‘new’ to enjoy! Bring as many toys as you’d like. Leftover toys will be donated to the Hephzibah sale.
FIT4MOM Labor day FAMILY STRIDES 360 WORKOUT SEPTEMBER 1st
Start Your Labor Day with Family Fun & Fitness!
Join us for a high-energy, family-friendly Strides 360 workout that’s perfect for moms, partners, and kids (ages 3+, waiver required).
💪 Mom registers—partners & kids join FREE!
We’ll move, laugh, and get energized together so you can roll into the rest of your holiday feeling strong, happy, and connected.
🎲 Mom’s Night Out: Backyard Game Night 🌙 August 29th
Unwind, laugh, and connect with other amazing moms at our laid-back Game Night in Forest Park!
Join us on Friday, August 29th from 7–9 PM for an evening of games, snacks, and great company in a cozy backyard setting. Whether you're ultra-competitive or just in it for the laughs, this night is all about fun and friendship.
📍 Location: Backyard in Forest Park (address shared upon RSVP)
🕖 Friday, August 29 | 7–9 PM
🍷 BYO drink/snack to share (optional!)
🎟️ Space is limited – RSVP to save your spot!
Sweet Summer Strides: Watermelon Workout! August 27th
Wednesday, August 27th 9:30am
Join us for a juicy, watermelon-themed Stroller Strides class filled with fresh air, fun moves, and fruity vibes! After the workout, cool down with watermelon treats for you and your little one. It’s the perfect way to celebrate summer and sweat together.
All fitness levels welcome
Watermelon snacks provided after class
First class is free – come join the fun!
🚶♀️Sip & Stroller at Spilt Milk ☕🍼August 26th
Tuesday, August 26th 9am
@ Spilt Milk
Join us Tuesday, August 26th for a coffee at Spilt Milk and a relaxed stroller walk in Oak Park! It’s the perfect way to move, mingle, and connect with local moms.
👟 All fitness levels welcome
🎟️ Free to join – bring a friend or come solo, we’ll welcome you!
📚 Strides & Support: Finding the Right Fit for Your Family August 23rd
Join us after Strides 360 on Saturday, August 23 at 8AM for a special chat with Collaboration for Early Childhood expert. You'll learn where to find free family events, how to discover enrichment programs and preschools, and what to look for when evaluating early learning quality.
👶 Perfect for parents of young children
📍 Front lawn of the Forest Park Park District Admin Building
💪 Workout first, then stay to learn and connect!
🎟️ First class is always free
Supporting Your Little One: Q&A with Collaboration for Early Childhood Experts August 20th
Join us after Stroller Strides on Wednesday, August 20 for an informal visit with Early Childhood specialists. Get answers to your questions about child development and share what topics you'd love to see covered in future workshops or drop-in sessions.
🎟️ Free and open to all participants
👶 Perfect for parents with little ones in tow!
📖 Book Club Under the Stars: The Ministry of Time August 16th
Join us for a cozy evening of conversation, community, and good vibes as we dive into The Ministry of Time. We'll meet in a beautiful Oak Park backyard to share thoughts, laughs, and maybe a glass of wine.
🗓️Saturday, August 16
🕕 6–8 PM
📍 Backyard in Oak Park (address shared upon RSVP)
✨ Bring your favorite drink or snack
📚 Back-to-School Boot Camp: Strides 360 Edition 🎒 August 14th
Thursday, August 14th 6pm
Kick off the school year strong with a special Strides 360 workout just for moms! While you sweat it out in this energizing boot camp, the kids will stay busy making their own DIY backpack keychains—a fun, creative way to celebrate back-to-school season.
📍 Front lawn of the Forest Park Park District Admin Building
💪 All fitness levels welcome
🎨 Kid craft included
🎟️ First class free – come move with us!
👶 Mama & Me Strides: Mini Striders in Training! August 13th
Join us on Wednesday, August 13th for Stroller Strides followed by a special Mini Strides class just for the kids! After watching you crush your workout, the little ones will get their turn to move and play—just like mama!
🎒 Bring a toy stroller, cart, or lawnmower for your little one to push during their class
🕗 Stroller Strides at 9:30 AM | Mini Strides immediately after
📍 the Forest Park Park District from Lawn
👟 All fitness levels welcome
🎟️ First class is free – come join the fun!
🚶♀️☕ Sip & Stroll at Whirlwind 🍼✨ August 12th
Tuesday, August 12th 9am
@ Whirlwind
Join us for a casual stroller walk followed by coffee + connection at Whirlwind Coffee in Oak Park! Meet local moms, get some fresh air, and enjoy a well-deserved sip with your little one in tow, or come solo.
👟 All fitness levels welcome
🎟️ Free to attend – bring a friend!
Let's Talk About Transitions August 10th
Sun, Aug 10th at 8pm
Zoom - sign up in Glofox to get the link
Grab your favorite drink and your partner (or come solo!) and join us on Zoom for a relaxed, real conversation with a Child Therapist and Parenting Coach.
We'll talk about transitions—big and small—and how to support your child (and yourself) through them. With school starting soon, it’s the perfect time to pause, reset, and gain tools that can truly help your whole family thrive.
Whether it’s a new grade, a new sibling, or just a new routine—you’re not alone, and you don’t have to figure it out alone either.
🚂 All Aboard for Strides 360 + Brunch at The Junction! 🍳 August 9th
Join us for a train-themed Strides 360 class that’ll get your heart pumping and the whole family smiling! After class, we’ll head over to The Junction Diner for a casual family brunch—trains, tracks, and treats.
🎟️ Bonus: One lucky class participant will receive a free Conductor Meal coupon (leftover from MAMApalooza!) to use at brunch.
🗓️ Saturday, August 9
🕗 8:00 AM workout | Brunch to follow
📍 the Forest Park Park district front lawn→ The Junction Diner
👶 Family-friendly fun + all fitness levels welcome!
💵 Each family will be responsible for their own bill at brunch
🫧 Bubbles & Strides: A Stroller Workout with a Pop! 💦 August 6th
Wednesday, August 6th 9:30am
@ the Forest Park Park district front lawn
Join us for a bubbly edition of Stroller Strides that’s all about fun and fresh energy! We’ll get in a great workout while the little ones enjoy bubble play after class. Stick around for sparkling water and mama connection while the kids keep the bubble magic going.
👟 All fitness levels welcome
🍼 Kid-friendly + fun guaranteed
🎟️ First class is free – come pop in!
Family volunteer event - assembling Housing forward bagged lunches August 3rd
Sunday, August 3rd 3:30pm
@ A backyard in River Forest
Join Us in Giving Back with our kids!
Sign up using the link below to bring an item and come together as a family to assemble bagged lunches for the Housing Forward Emergency Overnight Shelter.
Let’s make a difference—one lunch at a time.
sign up for an item to bring: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040844A8AB22ABFC1-54225902-housing
🎉 First Friday Family Meetup on Madison! 🍦🎨🎶 August 1st
Join us for a fun-filled evening at the Oak Park on Madison First Friday Street Festival! We'll meet at 5 PM and stroll together as families to enjoy live music, food trucks, local vendors, kid-friendly activities, and more. This is the perfect way to kick off your weekend and connect with other families in our community!
📍 Meet at 5 PM – location for meetup in Glofox
👨👩👧👦 All ages welcome – bring the whole crew!