Baby Programs at the J
Guided by early childhood educators, JBaby programs are specially designed to help parents-to-be and new families build relationships with other young families in the Jewish community. Bring your little ones to our center in San Rafael, CA to find enriching activities throughout your child’s early childhood education.
During the summer, JBaby hosts a variety of fun family activities, including the popular Tot Pool Party gatherings. All are welcome.
JymBabies offers a fun, safe playspace filled with age-appropriate gym equipment that encourages exploration and physical development. Our playroom is designed for children birth to 30 months and is an exciting place for children to crawl, run, and jump together. JymBabies supports the cognitive, physical, and social development for young children and provides an opportunity for social connection and community with other young families.
Summer 2026 – at the San Rafael location only.
In MusicBabies with JAMaROO, for children 6 to 30 months, your child will find pleasure in singing traditional songs, learning new original songs, and discovering music from around the world. Each month has a seasonal theme and incorporates the use of puppets, books, and musical instruments to strengthen engagement skills and cognitive development.
Little ones make new friends as they explore music, movement, and rhythm together.
In partnership with Congregation Rodef Sholom, Osher Marin JCC Early Childhood Education hosts a monthly one-hour Shabbat followed by coffee, bagels, and topics to explore, including the joys and oys of parenting. The hour ends with our blessings and a gift-filled Shalom baby bag. Parents with children birth to two years—as well as siblings who aren’t in school—are welcome to attend.
Our littlest gather to learn about and celebrate Shabbat in this friendly, joyful gathering.
For children ages 18 to 30 months, Side by Side is a small gathering of young families where your toddler can build social skills, develop friendships, and explore a preschool environment with their caregiver by their side. Together, your child and you will enjoy activities including music, arts and crafts, circle time, and free playtime in the company of other new learners and their caregivers.
Summer 2026 – at Mill Valley and San Rafael locations.
Families learn crafts and play together—side by side!
Join other families with young children at this fun, monthly pool party with age-appropriate pool toys, tunes, towels, and a bounce house. Our outdoor, warm-water toddler pool is open from May through October
Enjoy a refreshing dip on a warm summer afternoon during our monthly drop-in pool parties