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SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-02/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub
DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-02-03/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T104500
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-02-04/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145512Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-02-04/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T143000
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SUMMARY:Where Does the Money Come From?
DESCRIPTION:Join First Up\, PennAEYC and Trying Together for “Where Does the Money Come From? Understanding Funding Streams in the ECE System.” Participants will learn about the various funding sources that relate to early childhood programming and who benefits from each. \nParticipants will also discuss the overall scarcity of funds and learn strategies to advocate for the needs of early educators and the children and families they serve. The session will be presented in English with live Spanish interpretation\, and ECE professionals can receive 1.5 PQAS hours. \nWednesday\, February 4\, 2026\, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Register here\nThursday\, February 5\, 2026\, at 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register here
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/where-does-the-money-come-from-2/2026-02-04/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T214359Z
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SUMMARY:Where Does the Money Come From?
DESCRIPTION:Join First Up\, PennAEYC and Trying Together for “Where Does the Money Come From? Understanding Funding Streams in the ECE System.” Participants will learn about the various funding sources that relate to early childhood programming and who benefits from each. \nParticipants will also discuss the overall scarcity of funds and learn strategies to advocate for the needs of early educators and the children and families they serve. The session will be presented in English with live Spanish interpretation\, and ECE professionals can receive 1.5 PQAS hours. \nWednesday\, February 4\, 2026\, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. Register here\nThursday\, February 5\, 2026\, at 6:30-8:00 p.m. Register here
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/where-does-the-money-come-from-2/2026-02-05/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20251203T175717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T175717Z
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SUMMARY:FLIP IT: Transforming “Challenging” Behavior in Young Children
DESCRIPTION:FLIP IT® is a strategy that offers a simple\, kind\, strength-based\, commonsense\, and effective four step process to address children’s day to day challenging behaviors. \nThe four steps are embodied in the FLIP IT mnemonic which stands for F – Feelings\, L – Limits\, I – Inquiries\, and P – Prompts. FLIP IT is nothing new\, but transforms best practice into a strategy that is easy to remember\, applicable in a variety of challenging situations\, and portable. \nFLIP IT is most appropriate for children 3-8 years old. \nMore information: \n\nWhen: Thursday\, February 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/flip-it-transforming-challenging-behavior-in-young-children/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20260120T170401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T170548Z
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SUMMARY:Hot Chocolate Walk in Indiana
DESCRIPTION:The 10th Annual Indiana County Decathlon series will kick off with the Hot Chocolate Walk on Saturday\, February 7. \nLearn More\nThe event will begin at 10 a.m. at Blue Spruce Park’s Pavilion 1\, located at 1128 Blue Spruce Road in Indiana. Participants can choose between taking a winter walk led by Barb Haute or hand-feeding chickadees with Ray Winstead. \nAttendees will be able to warm up with a complimentary cup of hot chocolate. The event will be an easy walk on a paved area and/or a moderate walk on trails. Those interested in taking part should dress appropriately for winter weather.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/hot-chocolate-walk-in-indiana/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Hours at Pennsylvania Trolley Museum
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Trolley Museum will offer sensory friendly hours for children on days in February\, March\, and April. \nLearn More\nThe museum\, located at 1 Electric Way in Washington\, will offer the sensory friendly hours for young visitors on February 8\, March 15\, April 2\, and April 26 between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. \nThe cost of admission is $20 for adults\, $19 for seniors\, $15 for children between the ages of 3 and 18\, and free for visitors under 2 years of age. \nVisitors will be able to explore the museum in a sensory-modified setting with quieter streetcars\, lowered exhibit sounds\, and soft lighting.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/sensory-friendly-hours-at-pennsylvania-trolley-museum/2026-02-08/
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20251203T180410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T180410Z
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SUMMARY:Supervision 101
DESCRIPTION:This session will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs. Learning objectives will focus on the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in Pennsylvania. \nParticipants will be able to define supervision per the regulations. This session will also focus on ratio and discuss various scenarios for practical application. \nThis course is appropriate for both new early childhood professionals and those who might need a refresher on the vital importance of supervision. \nMore information \n\nWhen: Monday\, February 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $10\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/supervision-101-4/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T162626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150033Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub
DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-02-10/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T104500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T163017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145902Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T163411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145516Z
UID:21612-1770807600-1770814800@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20251222T210507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210507Z
UID:22316-1770814800-1770818400@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars
DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-02-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260216T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20251006T173742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T184910Z
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SUMMARY:UnConference: Kindergarten Transition
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together will host an UnConference focused on kindergarten transition on Monday\, February 16 at the Allegheny Intermediate Unit. \nLearn More \nTrying Together’s UnConference is an innovative\, hands-on professional development training format where a deeper experience is provided around a particular theme related to early childhood education. Speakers are invited to present and participants are encouraged to engage hands-on in the workshops. \nRegistration for the UnConference is now open. \nDetails\n\nMonday\, February 16\, 2026\n8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.\nAllegheny Intermediate Unit (475 E Waterfront Dr\, Homestead\, PA 15120)\n$25 (Registration is required)\n\nFree parking will be available in the AIU parking lot\, and overflow parking is available across the street. \nA light breakfast with coffee and tea will be available and lunch will be provided as a part of the registration fee. \nThe UnConference will begin with a keynote presentation by Swati Adarkar (Former Deputy\nAssistant Secretary\, Policy and Early Learning\, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education for the Department of Education under the Biden administration)\, followed by an insightful panel of experts aimed at supporting and improving on-time Kindergarten registration and Kindergarten readiness. Participants will attend two sessions led by local and national early childhood organizations-  one in the morning and one after lunch. The day will end by 2:30 p.m. \nPQAS and Act 48 credit hours will be available. \nFor more information on workshops\, check out the event’s flyer.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/unconference-kindergarten-transition/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T162626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150034Z
UID:21654-1771324200-1771326900@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub
DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-02-17/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20260206T153440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T153638Z
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SUMMARY:Working Together Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special webinar focusing on: \n\nadvocating for early learning in the 2026-27 state budget\nstate legislation updates\nfederal advocacy update and opportunities for child care\n\nAcompáñanos en un webinar especial sobre los siguientes temas: \n\nabogando por el aprendizaje temprano en el presupuesto estatal para el 2026-27\nactualizaciones de la legislación estatale\nactualización de la defensa federal y oportunidades para el cuidado infantil\n\n\nDetails\nWhen: Tuesday\, February 17\, 2026 1:00 PM\nWhere: Register in advance for this Zoom webinar\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nCuándo: martes 17 de febrero de 2026 a las 1:00 p.m.\nDónde: se requiere registro previo para este webinar por Zoom.\nLuego de registrarte\, recibirás un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirte al webinar. \n\nSpeakers will include Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA PartnersEntre los disertantes\, se incluirán miembros de Pre-K for PA y Start Strong PA:First Up: Champions for Early EducationPennsylvania Association for the Education of Young ChildrenPennsylvania Child Care Association Pennsylvania Head Start AssociationTrying TogetherProvider Advisory Board Members \n\nLearn how we can continue to work together in 2026 and 2027 to strengthen Pennsylvania’s early learning system for teachers and programs and grow access to more eligible families!Conoce cómo podemos seguir trabajando juntos durante el 2026 y 2027 para fortalecer el sistema de aprendizaje temprano de Pensilvania en cuanto a los maestros y programas\, y facilitar el acceso a más familias elegibles.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/working-together-webinar-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T104500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T163017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145903Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T163411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145517Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20260204T202518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T202518Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Wellness & Family Connections Event
DESCRIPTION:Jeremiah’s Place\, the Church of the Holy Cross Episcopal\, and Trying Together will host a Winter Wellness and Family Connections Event on Wednesday\, February 18. \nLearn More\nThe event is a welcoming gathering for families with young children that combines practical winter supports\, family-friendly activities\, and space for connection and listening. \nIt will include light snacks\, children’s activities\, winter wellness\, comfort giveaways\, and opportunities to support families in tangible ways and to listen to parents’ hopes\, needs\, and concerns. \nThe event will run from noon to 1 p.m. – during drop-in play hours – on February 18 at the Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, located at 7219 Kelly Street in Pittsburgh.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/winter-wellness-family-connections-event/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000
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SUMMARY:Educator Night with Reading Ready Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:Reading Ready Pittsburgh will host a special night for educators at B is for Books on Wednesday\, February 18.\nLearn More\nThe event\, which runs from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.\, will include a light dinner and desserts\, raffles\, teacher resources\, and books.\n\nRebecca Chrystal\, of Raising a Reader National\, will deliver a presentation titled “Stories that Spark! Engaging Families through Diverse Books.”\n\nThose interested in attending should RSVP by using the QR code on the flyer. Attendees can invite any educators of young children\, and the event’s focus will be nursery school through second grade.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/educator-night-with-reading-ready-pittsburgh/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250529T164043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T132457Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Together | Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with Caregivers
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for February is Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with Caregivers\n \nParticipants can choose to attend any or all of the mini-sessions and registration is highly recommended. However\, participants can access any session using the Zoom link. \nClick here to register \n\nProfessional development sessions in the series include: \n\nMarch 18\, 2026: Utilizing Your ELRC Quality Coach: What is Their Role  and How Can They Support You?\nApril 15\, 2026 Aligning Curriculum With Daily Practice\nMay 20\, 2026: The ELPES (Early Learning Program Engagement Specialists) Team: Who Are They and How Can They Support Providers?\nJune 17\, 2026 Child Development: Expectations vs. Reality \nJuly 15\, 2026 Navigating Public Policy and Systems\n\nEach session runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/growing-together-monthly-mini-pd-for-educators-2026-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260220T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20260122T190138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T190138Z
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SUMMARY:Carved In Ice
DESCRIPTION:The annual Carved In Ice event will take place in Diamond Park and Main Street in Butler on Friday\, February 20. \nLearn More\nDuring the event\, which is free to the public\, DiMartino Ice will carve ice creations for spectators. Local businesses will sponsor the sculpture designs. \nThe event will run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/carved-in-ice/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250925T230150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T190637Z
UID:22019-1771837200-1771848000@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years. \nThe session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs\, how to administer and score the screener\, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds\, and supporting resources for making referrals to additional services if needed. \nMore information: \n\nLocation: Trying Together Training Room\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\, PA\nCost: $30\nRegister
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-16/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20251217T173858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T173858Z
UID:22295-1771858800-1771862400@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T162626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150035Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub
DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250702T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T141008Z
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide in person and hybrid First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) trainings to early childhood professionals. \nAbout the Course\nThis PQAS-certified in-person course provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nThe cost is $70. \nPLEASE NOTE: Successful course completion requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions\, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations. \nParticipants will be conducting strenuous activities\, such as performing CPR on the floor. If you have a medical condition or disability that will prevent you from taking part in the skills practice sessions\, please let your instructor know so that accommodations can be made for the practice portion. The CPR and AED evaluations must be completed with the manikin on the ground. \nInformation for Hybrid Sessions\nThe online coursework for hybrid sessions must be completed prior to the in-person class. Access to the online coursework will be provided via email upon completion of registration. Allow yourself 3-4 hours to complete. We advise completing the online coursework at least 48 hours prior to your in-person course. You will need to provide proof of completion by providing a copy of your completion email either printed or on your mobile device of class in order to participate in the in-person class portion of the training. \nSession Details\n\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 | Hybrid | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, March 14 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTrying Together\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, May 16 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nMonday\, June 1 | Hybrid | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nPitt CEC-Homewood\, 622 N. Homewood Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-12-2026-02-24/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T104500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145905Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T193508
CREATED:20250708T163411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145518Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-02-25/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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