CCCB News
June 2026
Live! Butterflies!
A live butterfly educator visited the Children's Center of Cicero-Berwyn, bringing live butterflies, caterpillars, and chrysalises for children to observe up close in a safe, hands-on learning environment.
Children learned about the butterfly life cycle, pollination, and habitats through an interactive presentation that encouraged questions, observation, and age-appropriate science exploration.
Turning Pages Together
June 2026
Visit from Virginia Martinez, Storyteller / Author of The four Adventures with Abuela books about: the Brookfield Zoo, Shedd Aquarium, Griffin Museum of Science and Industry and Adler Planetarium - and, currently, working on a fifth (5th) book about the Field Museum (which will be out next year).
Junio 2026
Visita de Virginia Martínez, narradora y autora de la serie de cuatro libros sobre aventuras con la abuela —centrados en el Zoológico de Brookfield, el Acuario Shedd, el Museo de Ciencia e Industria Griffin y el Planetario Adler—, quien actualmente trabaja en un quinto libro sobre el Museo Field (que se publicará el próximo año).
June 2026
Tickets Are Now Available!
Join us for our 48th Annual “Hold My Hand” Dinner & Fundraiser at The Mayfield on Friday, October 16, 2026.
This memorable evening will bring together friends, partners, and supporters as we celebrate nearly 50 years of serving children and families in our community. Guests will enjoy dinner, an inspiring program, and opportunities to help make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.
Funds raised through this event directly support our early childhood education programs, family services, and community initiatives—ensuring that children and families continue to have access to the resources, support, and nurturing environments they need to succeed.
This year’s theme is our very first County Fair, so grab your hats and boots and join us for an evening of fun, community, and purpose! We can’t wait to see you there.
Spring into Fun - Spring 2026 Newsletter
This Spring, the Children’s Center of Cicero–Berwyn celebrates growth, discovery, and community. From hands-on classroom activities to family engagement programs, our children are blossoming every day—building skills, confidence, and a bright future together.
Step Right Up for Our 48th Annual “Hold My Hand” Fundraiser
March 2026
Mark your calendars for Friday, October 16, 2026, as The Children’s Center of Cicero-Berwyn hosts its 48th annual “Hold My Hand” Dinner and Fundraiser at The Mayfield on Archer Ave.
This special evening brings together community members, partners, and supporters to celebrate nearly five decades of service to children and families. Guests will enjoy an inspiring program, dinner, and opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of the families we serve.
Proceeds from the event directly support our early childhood education programs, family services, and community initiatives — helping us continue to provide high-quality, nurturing environments where children can learn, grow and thrive.
Additional details, including ticket and sponsorship information, will be available soon!
Community Spotlight: Running for a Cause
January 2026
This October, our web designer is running the Bank of America Chicago marathon in support of Mission Of Our Lady of the Angels, an organization that shares our commitment to strengthening families and supporting children in our communities.
In honor of a milestone birthday, this run is dedicated to turning compassion into action by raising funds for Mission OLA’s vital programs.
We invite our families, partners, and supporters to join in cheering on this effort by contributing or helping spread the word — every donation helps makes a meaningful difference.
CCCB Newsletter
This fall season was filled with learning, laughter, and celebration at the Children’s Center of Cicero-Berwyn.
Our classrooms welcomed autumn with seasonal activities and outdoor fun, followed by festive Halloween celebrations full of costumes and smiles. In November, families and children came together to reflect on gratitude during our Thanksgiving activities. We closed the year by spreading joy and kindness through our Christmas celebrations, creating special memories for children, families, and staff.
Thank you for being part of a wonderful year—we look forward to all that the new year will bring.
Celebrating Sam’s Club of Cicero, IL — Our 2025 Patricia Makris “Hold My Hand Award” Honoree
We’re excited to share some wonderful news with our Children’s Center families! Sam’s Club of Cicero, Illinois has been named the 2025 recipient of the Patricia Makris Hold My Hand Award — an honor given each year to recognize a community partner that goes above and beyond to support our children, families, and programs.
Sam’s Club has shown incredible generosity and kindness, helping The Children’s Center provide the best possible care and learning experiences for young children. Through their donations, volunteer work, and community involvement, they’ve made a real difference in helping us create safe, welcoming spaces where children can learn, grow, and thrive.
We’re deeply grateful to the Sam’s Club Cicero team for being such a caring and dependable partner. Their support truly reflects the spirit of this award and the vision of our founder, Patricia Makris—that when our community works hand in hand, we can give every child the strongest possible start in life.
