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SUMMARY:Resilient Fathers Series
DESCRIPTION:Join The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for 8 weeks of activities where Resilient Fathers will grow and continue to overcome the negative impact of COVID-19\, learning and playing with their young children along the way. Register on the Trying Together website. Child care provided. $50 will be awarded to the first 10 fathers who enroll (must attend all sessions). \nMondays from July 12 – August 30 | 6-7 p.m.\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nTo attend this session virtually\, please contact Neil Walker at neil@tryingtogether.org. Please share this flyer with your networks. \nSessions\nSession 1: Fathers will learn how they can support a child experiencing grief/loss. \n\nJuly 12\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 2: Fathers will learn of activities to celebrate those who have transitioned. \n\nJuly 19\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 3: Fathers will learn strategies to monitor their child’s overall development. \n\nJuly 26\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 4: Fathers will learn how to maximize their child’s their child’s achievement through education and advocacy sharing. \n\nAugust 2\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 5: Fathers will learn simple age/developmentally appropriate ways to stay active. \n\nAugust 9\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 6: Fathers will learn strategies for developing a healthy lifestyle with their child. \n\nAugust 16\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 7: Fathers will learn how to grow fruits and vegetables. Fathers and children will explore healthy eating habits because you are what you eat. \n\nAugust 23\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 8: Fathers will learn about growing/farming produce. Fathers will receive the materials necessary to plant and grow vegetables/fruits of their choice with their child. \n\nAugust 30\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/resilient-fathers-series/2021-07-19/
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SUMMARY:Fred Rogers Center Educators' Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Fred Rogers Center is hosting a two-day Educators’ Symposium from July 20 – 21 for educators focused on applying the wisdom of Fred Rogers to our practice and lives. \nFred Rogers Center Educators’ Symposium\nDuring the symposium\, educators will learn from the life and work of Fred Rogers and brainstorm ways to apply their learning into practice with children\, families\, and other educators. This two-day learning experience will be full of collaboration\, stories\, inspiration\, and joy\, and will include: \n\n\n\nsessions on topics connecting Fred Rogers and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood to a variety of learning contexts\, including a session from Fred Rogers Center Archivist Emily Uhrin and the Simple Interactions team;\n\n\n\n\na panel of educators who will share how Fred Rogers and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood impacts their practice with children\, families\, and educators;\n\n\n\n\nan opening keynote by Hedda Sharapan\, child development expert and former Associate Producer of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood; and\n\n\n\n\na closing keynote by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski\, authors of “When You Wonder\, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative\, Curious\, Caring Kids.”\n\n\n\nRegistration\nThis event is open to all educators (formal and informal)\, educational leaders\, care providers\, and others who work with children\, families\, and educators. All registrants will receive access to session recordings and a certificate of attendance. Registration closes on July 19\, 2021. \nRegister: To register and learn more\, visit the Eventbrite page. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/educators-symposium/2021-07-20/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T190000
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SUMMARY:Lawrenceville Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lawrenceville Farmers Market on Tuesdays through December 14 to browse fresh\, healthy food from local farmers and small businesses! \nLawrenceville Farmers Market\nJoin the Lawrenceville Farmers Market in Arsenal Park every Tuesday\, rain or shine\, from 3 – 7 p.m. The market will run from May 18 through December 14\, 2021. Dedicated shopping hours are available from 3 – 4 p.m. for higher-risk populations. During those times\, all attendees are required to wear a mask. \nSNAP funds are accepted and will be matched with Food Bucks ($2 in Food Bucks for every $5 in EBT benefits spent). WIC and FMNP vouchers are also accepted. \nCOVID-19\nDedicated shopping hours are available from 3 – 4 p.m. for higher-risk populations. During this time\, all attendees are required to wear a mask. If you are a high-risk individual who is unable to leave the house\, sign up for their Buddy System to get matched with a buddy who can shop on your behalf. \nAttendees should only visit the market if they are feeling well and are encouraged to pack hand sanitizer and a clean face mask. If you plan on bringing reusable bags\, please wash them before arriving. \nFor more information on the Market’s safety requirements and recommendations\, visit their website. \nRSVP\nRegistration is not required but is requested. To register\, visit the Lawrenceville Farmers Market website. The form only needs to be completed once before your first visit. For more events\, visit our Event Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lawrenceville-farmers-market/2021-07-20/
LOCATION:Lawrenceville Farmers Market (in Arsenal Park)\, 250 4th Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15201\, United States
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210720T180000
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SUMMARY:Free Frick and Highland Park Activities
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Park Rangers are hosting free activities for all ages this summer in Frick and Highland Park. All events are hosted from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and will be subject to weather cancelation and modification. \nSafety: All children will be required to wash or sanitize their hands before and after the program. \nMay: Grow Your Own Tree\n\n\n\nMay 18\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nMay 25\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nJune: Wildflower Plantings\n\n\n\nJune 1\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJune 8\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJune 22\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nJuly: Art Break\n\n\n\nJuly 6\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJuly 13\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 20\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nAugust: Coffee-Filter Butterflies\n\n\n\nAugust 3\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nAugust 10\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAugust 17\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nAugust 24\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nSeptember: Pinecone Birdfeeders\n\n\n\nSeptember 7\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 14\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 21\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 28\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/frick-park-highland-park/2021-07-20/
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SUMMARY:PPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) is hosting five online Stakeholder Engagement Sessions to hear the community’s input on funding priorities aimed at improving outcomes for students. \nPPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions\nThe public is invited to attend any of the following sessions: \n\n\n\nJuly 20\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be held in partnership with the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be in partnership with the Pittsburgh Local Task Force on the Right to Education\, focusing on meeting the needs of students with disabilities in PPS.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the Homeless Children’s Education Fund\, focusing on meeting the needs of students navigating homelessness and foster care.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 29\, 2021  |  4:00 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted with the District’s Parent Advisory Council.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30\, 2021  |  10:00 a.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the District.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Pittsburgh Public Schools website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pps-engagement-sessions/2021-07-20/
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SUMMARY:Race\, Reading\, and Young Children
DESCRIPTION:Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh on July 20 for their virtual event “Race\, Reading\, and Young Children” for an interactive introduction to the importance of racial representation in children’s literature. \nRace\, Reading\, and Young Children\nDuring this event\, the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will share research around positive racial identity development from the University of Pittsburgh\, along with the latest in children’s publishing statistics and trends. Presenters will also discuss common and often harmful misrepresentations and discuss ways to find and select books published for children that can encourage positive racial identity development for children of color. \nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Participants will receive one hour of PQAS credit. \nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh website. For questions\, contact 412.622.3114 or info@carnegielibrary.libanswers.com. For more events\, visit our Events Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/race-reading-and-young-children/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T103000
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SUMMARY:Fred Rogers Center Educators' Symposium
DESCRIPTION:The Fred Rogers Center is hosting a two-day Educators’ Symposium from July 20 – 21 for educators focused on applying the wisdom of Fred Rogers to our practice and lives. \nFred Rogers Center Educators’ Symposium\nDuring the symposium\, educators will learn from the life and work of Fred Rogers and brainstorm ways to apply their learning into practice with children\, families\, and other educators. This two-day learning experience will be full of collaboration\, stories\, inspiration\, and joy\, and will include: \n\n\n\nsessions on topics connecting Fred Rogers and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood to a variety of learning contexts\, including a session from Fred Rogers Center Archivist Emily Uhrin and the Simple Interactions team;\n\n\n\n\na panel of educators who will share how Fred Rogers and Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood impacts their practice with children\, families\, and educators;\n\n\n\n\nan opening keynote by Hedda Sharapan\, child development expert and former Associate Producer of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood; and\n\n\n\n\na closing keynote by Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski\, authors of “When You Wonder\, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative\, Curious\, Caring Kids.”\n\n\n\nRegistration\nThis event is open to all educators (formal and informal)\, educational leaders\, care providers\, and others who work with children\, families\, and educators. All registrants will receive access to session recordings and a certificate of attendance. Registration closes on July 19\, 2021. \nRegister: To register and learn more\, visit the Eventbrite page. \nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/educators-symposium/2021-07-21/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fred Rogers Institute":MAILTO:info@fredrogersinstitute.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T143000
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SUMMARY:ELRC Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is holding ELRC Listening Sessions in July and August to receive educator input on the Early Learning Resource Center model. \nELRC Listening Sessions\nEarly childhood educators are invited to share their perspectives about what is working with Pennsylvania’s ELRCs and gaps with the current system during listening sessions in July and August. \nStakeholders are welcome to participate in the session that best fits their schedule\, however special sessions for family child care\, group child care\, and school-age child care programs are available. \nListening Sessions\n\n\n\nJuly 21\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021 (School-Age Child Care)\n6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 28\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 11\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 12\, 2021 (Family & Group Child Care)\n6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 18\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 25\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 2\, 2021 (School-Age Child Care)\n10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, view this flyer or visit the ELRC Region 5 website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/elrc-listening-sessions/2021-07-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T160000
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SUMMARY:Early Childhood Mental Health Support
DESCRIPTION:Join the Yale Child Study Center\, ZERO TO THREE\, and Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students on July 21 for a look at suspensions and expulsions\, early childhood mental health consultation\, the impact of new rescue and relief funding\, and more. \nEarly Childhood Mental Health Support\nThe pandemic increased stress for children\, parents\, and the early childhood workforce. Many were forced to stay home\, others were forced to work. Increases in stress require increases in resources to effectively support the workforce as they manage their own stress and the social-emotional needs of the children returning to their care. \nThe good news is that there are models that research shows are effective\, and resources from the federal COVID relief funds that can support their development. Attend this event to take a closer look at suspensions and expulsions\, mental health consultations\, new rescue and relief funding\, and more. \nWho will you hear from?\nDuring this event\, participants will hear from the following presenters: \n\n\n\nJoin Dr. Walter Gilliam from the Yale Child Study Center\n\n\n\n\nDr. Lee Johnson III from ZERO TO THREE\n\n\n\n\nCallan Wells from Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. For more events\, view our event calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/mental-health-support/
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ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance for Early Success":MAILTO:alliance@earlysuccess.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T160000
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SUMMARY:Live Chat: American Rescue Plan Benefits for Families
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from a panel of experts about stimulus payments\, tax credits\, housing vouchers\, and more related to the American Rescue Plan? Join the National Center on Parent\, Family\, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE) on July 22 or 29 to learn\, chat\, and ask questions. \nAmerican Rescue Plan\nJoin the NCPFCE’s panel of experts each month to discuss topics related to stimulus payments\, tax credits\, housing vouchers\, and more. Learn about expanded ARP resources and get ideas for developing your own program-wide Investing with Families efforts. NCPFCE staff will be on hand to respond to as many of your questions as possible. \nChat Topics\nThis month’s sessions will focus on the following topics: \n\n\n\nan overview of ARP benefits\, who is eligible\, and how to access benefits\,\n\n\n\n\nresponding to staff and family questions about different ARP benefits\,\n\n\n\n\nleveraging ARP benefits for individual family economic mobility goals\, and\n\n\n\n\nideas for how programs can develop their own Investing with Families efforts.\n\n\n\nThese chats are best suited for Head Start and Early Head Start directors\, managers\, staff\, and parent leaders; TTA providers; and other early childhood professionals and leaders. \nRegistration\nInterested early childhood professionals and parent leaders can attend either of the following events: \n\n\n\nThursday\, July 22\, 2021  |  3 – 4 p.m.\nPresented in English.\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 29\, 2021  |  3 – 4 p.m. \nPresented in Spanish.\n\n\n\nFuture events in this series will discuss connecting families to local benefits (August 26)\, child allowances and tax credits (September 23)\, and housing vouchers and rental assistance (October 21). For more events\, visit our Events Calendar. \nAsk a Question\nFor questions\, contact the NCPFCE at pfce@ecetta.info or 855.208.0909.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-rescue-plan-chat/2021-07-22/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210722T193000
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SUMMARY:PPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) is hosting five online Stakeholder Engagement Sessions to hear the community’s input on funding priorities aimed at improving outcomes for students. \nPPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions\nThe public is invited to attend any of the following sessions: \n\n\n\nJuly 20\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be held in partnership with the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be in partnership with the Pittsburgh Local Task Force on the Right to Education\, focusing on meeting the needs of students with disabilities in PPS.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the Homeless Children’s Education Fund\, focusing on meeting the needs of students navigating homelessness and foster care.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 29\, 2021  |  4:00 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted with the District’s Parent Advisory Council.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30\, 2021  |  10:00 a.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the District.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Pittsburgh Public Schools website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pps-engagement-sessions/2021-07-22/
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SUMMARY:ELRC Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is holding ELRC Listening Sessions in July and August to receive educator input on the Early Learning Resource Center model. \nELRC Listening Sessions\nEarly childhood educators are invited to share their perspectives about what is working with Pennsylvania’s ELRCs and gaps with the current system during listening sessions in July and August. \nStakeholders are welcome to participate in the session that best fits their schedule\, however special sessions for family child care\, group child care\, and school-age child care programs are available. \nListening Sessions\n\n\n\nJuly 21\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021 (School-Age Child Care)\n6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 28\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 11\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 12\, 2021 (Family & Group Child Care)\n6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 18\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 25\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 2\, 2021 (School-Age Child Care)\n10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, view this flyer or visit the ELRC Region 5 website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/elrc-listening-sessions/2021-07-22/
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SUMMARY:The ABCs of Anti-Racist Early Intervention
DESCRIPTION:Join the Early Childhood Technical Assistance Center (ECTA) on July 23 for “The ABCs of Anti-Racist Early Intervention” to learn how implicit bias\, color-blind ideology\, and culture-blind ideology act as barriers to addressing racial equity in early childhood. \nAnti-Racist Early Intervention\nThis training will engage participants in discussions related to key social justice and equity issues impacting how professionals lead\, serve\, and interact within Early Childhood Special Education (ECSE) programs. Implicit bias\, color-blind\, and culture-blind ideology will be discussed as barriers to addressing racial equity. Microaggressions will be examined and practical strategies for how to respond to microaggressions will be presented. \nThis event is a part of the five-part “In Pursuit of Equity in Early Intervention/Early Childhood Special Education” series. To watch video recordings of previous sessions\, visit the ECTA website. \nRegistration\nTo register\, complete the online registration form. Please note that certificates of attendance and CEUs will not be issued for attendees of this event. For more events\, visit our Event Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/anti-racist-early-intervention/
CATEGORIES:Course
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SUMMARY:Rise Together
DESCRIPTION:Need a family fun Friday night? Join families at The Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center for a night of fun-filled games and activities. Parents and caregivers can explore ways to interact with their children to promote growth through play. \nRise Together takes place on the Fourth Friday of each month from 6 – 7:30 p.m. at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center (7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208). \nLearn More\nFor more information\, contact 412.545.5039. \nShare this flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/rise-together-fall2019-2019-10-25/2021-07-23/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210724T140000
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SUMMARY:Best Books for Babies Diaper Drop
DESCRIPTION:Families with babies ages birth – 18 months are invited to receive diapers and a Best Books for Babies 2021 book bundle at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh in Homewood on Saturday\, July 24. \nBest Books for Babies Diaper Drop\nFamilies can pick up diapers and a book bundle through a Drive-Thru or Walk-Up Distribution while supplies last. Registration is not required. Each family may select up to two sizes of diapers. \nDrive-Thru Distribution: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.\nAvailable from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Homewood entrance parking lot at the intersection of Kelly St. and N. Lang Ave. Follow signs and staff directions through the line to receive a book bundle and two packages of diapers between sizes 0 and 3. Hosts ask that each car represent only one family. \nWalk-Up Distribution: 1 – 2 p.m.\nFamilies may walk up to the front steps of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Homewood at 7101 Hamilton Avenue. Attendees will receive a book bundle and two packages of diapers (sizes 0 – 4). \nMore Information\nFor more information\, email events@carnegielibrary.org or call us at 412.622.3114. This event is presented by the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh in partnership with the Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank. \nFor more events\, visit our Events Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diaper-drop-best-books-babies/
LOCATION:Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Homewood\, 7101 Hamilton Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210725T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210725T140000
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SUMMARY:OpenStreetsPGH
DESCRIPTION:OpenStreetsPGH is returning to Pittsburgh on Sunday\, July 25 with a brand new mini-route in Hazelwood! You are invited to walk\, run\, bike\, skate\, roll\, dance\, and more down the road at your own pace. \nOpenStreetsPGH\nOpenStreetsPGH will open two miles of city streets in Hazelwood for a day of safe outdoor recreation! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.\, participants will enjoy: \n\n\n\nfree fitness classes at a wellness hub\,\n\n\n\n\nbike riding lessons at the kid’s hub\,\n\n\n\n\nfood from local vendors\, and\n\n\n\n\na variety of fun activities hosted by location organizations.\n\n\n\nView the route\, full schedule\, and transportation details. \nFeatured Activities\nActivity examples include art healing workshops\, a kids bike obstacle course\, electric bike demo rides\, yoga classes\, line dancing\, DrumStix\, interactive art exhibits\, learn to ride and trike classes\, and more! \nVolunteer\nOpenStreetsPGH is looking for volunteers to assist BikePGH staff as Kids Hub and Hype Volunteers. \n\n\n\nKids Hub Volunteers assist BikePGH staff with an obstacle course\, learn-to-ride area\, and trike course for kids. These volunteers will also take turns standing at the entrance to encourage masking for participants entering the Kids Hub. Volunteer.\n\n\n\n\nHype Volunteers stand at the entrance to Hazelwood Green with foam hands\, bubbles\, and signs to welcome people into the mini OpenStreetsPGH route. Volunteer.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, visit the Open Streets website. This event is organized by Bike Pittsburgh\, a nonprofit organization that works to transform Pittsburgh into a vibrant\, healthy place that is accessible for everyone to bike and walk.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/openstreetspgh-2021/
LOCATION:Hazelwood Green\, 4734 Second Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T120000
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SUMMARY:Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Pittsburgh from July 26 – 29 for “Diversity Forum 2021” to learn about racial justice and opportunities to actuate intentional\, meaningful change. \nAbout\nThe 2021 Diversity Forum\, “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities\,” will engage and equip participants with the knowledge\, skills\, and resources needed to: \n\n\n\nidentify sources of systemic oppression\,\nconsider strategies for dismantling that oppression\, and\nactions critical in fostering more equitable and just communities in which we live\, work\, and learn.\n\n\n\nThe forum will focus on outlining the key concepts underpinning social justice\, illuminating examples of systemic injustice\, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors. Participants will discuss theories of racial/social identity development that can help in understanding oneself\, others\, and intergroup dynamics in the context of implementing social justice efforts. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how our socialization informs our biases and positions us to perpetuate structural inequalities.\nUnderstand the barriers that inhibit us from expanding our diversity consciousness and fully embracing different cultures\, perspectives\, and people.\nRecognize the breadth of competencies necessary to engage and advance multicultural communities.\nUtilize an equity lens to analyze and revise policies and practices to foster equitable and just outcomes in our communities.\nBuild communities of dialogue and support in acting against systemic oppression.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the University of Pittsburgh website. There is no cost to participate\, and all are welcome. \nCall for Proposals\nDo you have a virtual workshop idea for this event? Visit the University of Pittsburgh website to submit your proposal. Workshops should be 60 to 75 minutes in length (including Q&A)\, align with the forum’s aim and objectives\, and be formatted for virtual presentation. The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday\, May 14\, 2021. Questions can be directed to diversity@pitt.edu.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diversity-forum-2021/2021-07-26/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T190000
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SUMMARY:Resilient Fathers Series
DESCRIPTION:Join The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for 8 weeks of activities where Resilient Fathers will grow and continue to overcome the negative impact of COVID-19\, learning and playing with their young children along the way. Register on the Trying Together website. Child care provided. $50 will be awarded to the first 10 fathers who enroll (must attend all sessions). \nMondays from July 12 – August 30 | 6-7 p.m.\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nTo attend this session virtually\, please contact Neil Walker at neil@tryingtogether.org. Please share this flyer with your networks. \nSessions\nSession 1: Fathers will learn how they can support a child experiencing grief/loss. \n\nJuly 12\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 2: Fathers will learn of activities to celebrate those who have transitioned. \n\nJuly 19\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 3: Fathers will learn strategies to monitor their child’s overall development. \n\nJuly 26\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 4: Fathers will learn how to maximize their child’s their child’s achievement through education and advocacy sharing. \n\nAugust 2\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 5: Fathers will learn simple age/developmentally appropriate ways to stay active. \n\nAugust 9\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 6: Fathers will learn strategies for developing a healthy lifestyle with their child. \n\nAugust 16\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 7: Fathers will learn how to grow fruits and vegetables. Fathers and children will explore healthy eating habits because you are what you eat. \n\nAugust 23\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.\n\nSession 8: Fathers will learn about growing/farming produce. Fathers will receive the materials necessary to plant and grow vegetables/fruits of their choice with their child. \n\nAugust 30\, 2021 | 6-7 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/resilient-fathers-series/2021-07-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T120000
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SUMMARY:Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Pittsburgh from July 26 – 29 for “Diversity Forum 2021” to learn about racial justice and opportunities to actuate intentional\, meaningful change. \nAbout\nThe 2021 Diversity Forum\, “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities\,” will engage and equip participants with the knowledge\, skills\, and resources needed to: \n\n\n\nidentify sources of systemic oppression\,\nconsider strategies for dismantling that oppression\, and\nactions critical in fostering more equitable and just communities in which we live\, work\, and learn.\n\n\n\nThe forum will focus on outlining the key concepts underpinning social justice\, illuminating examples of systemic injustice\, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors. Participants will discuss theories of racial/social identity development that can help in understanding oneself\, others\, and intergroup dynamics in the context of implementing social justice efforts. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how our socialization informs our biases and positions us to perpetuate structural inequalities.\nUnderstand the barriers that inhibit us from expanding our diversity consciousness and fully embracing different cultures\, perspectives\, and people.\nRecognize the breadth of competencies necessary to engage and advance multicultural communities.\nUtilize an equity lens to analyze and revise policies and practices to foster equitable and just outcomes in our communities.\nBuild communities of dialogue and support in acting against systemic oppression.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the University of Pittsburgh website. There is no cost to participate\, and all are welcome. \nCall for Proposals\nDo you have a virtual workshop idea for this event? Visit the University of Pittsburgh website to submit your proposal. Workshops should be 60 to 75 minutes in length (including Q&A)\, align with the forum’s aim and objectives\, and be formatted for virtual presentation. The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday\, May 14\, 2021. Questions can be directed to diversity@pitt.edu.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diversity-forum-2021/2021-07-27/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T190000
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SUMMARY:Lawrenceville Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Join the Lawrenceville Farmers Market on Tuesdays through December 14 to browse fresh\, healthy food from local farmers and small businesses! \nLawrenceville Farmers Market\nJoin the Lawrenceville Farmers Market in Arsenal Park every Tuesday\, rain or shine\, from 3 – 7 p.m. The market will run from May 18 through December 14\, 2021. Dedicated shopping hours are available from 3 – 4 p.m. for higher-risk populations. During those times\, all attendees are required to wear a mask. \nSNAP funds are accepted and will be matched with Food Bucks ($2 in Food Bucks for every $5 in EBT benefits spent). WIC and FMNP vouchers are also accepted. \nCOVID-19\nDedicated shopping hours are available from 3 – 4 p.m. for higher-risk populations. During this time\, all attendees are required to wear a mask. If you are a high-risk individual who is unable to leave the house\, sign up for their Buddy System to get matched with a buddy who can shop on your behalf. \nAttendees should only visit the market if they are feeling well and are encouraged to pack hand sanitizer and a clean face mask. If you plan on bringing reusable bags\, please wash them before arriving. \nFor more information on the Market’s safety requirements and recommendations\, visit their website. \nRSVP\nRegistration is not required but is requested. To register\, visit the Lawrenceville Farmers Market website. The form only needs to be completed once before your first visit. For more events\, visit our Event Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lawrenceville-farmers-market/2021-07-27/
LOCATION:Lawrenceville Farmers Market (in Arsenal Park)\, 250 4th Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15201\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210727T180000
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SUMMARY:Free Frick and Highland Park Activities
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Park Rangers are hosting free activities for all ages this summer in Frick and Highland Park. All events are hosted from 4:30 to 6 p.m. and will be subject to weather cancelation and modification. \nSafety: All children will be required to wash or sanitize their hands before and after the program. \nMay: Grow Your Own Tree\n\n\n\nMay 18\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nMay 25\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nJune: Wildflower Plantings\n\n\n\nJune 1\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJune 8\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJune 15\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJune 22\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nJuly: Art Break\n\n\n\nJuly 6\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJuly 13\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJuly 20\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nAugust: Coffee-Filter Butterflies\n\n\n\nAugust 3\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nAugust 10\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAugust 17\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nAugust 24\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nSeptember: Pinecone Birdfeeders\n\n\n\nSeptember 7\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Blue Slide  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 14\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 21\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nFrick Park\, Forbes & Braddock Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 28\, 4:30 – 6 p.m.\nHighland Park\, Super Playground  |  Get Directions\n\n\n\nShare this flyer with your network.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/frick-park-highland-park/2021-07-27/
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SUMMARY:PPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) is hosting five online Stakeholder Engagement Sessions to hear the community’s input on funding priorities aimed at improving outcomes for students. \nPPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions\nThe public is invited to attend any of the following sessions: \n\n\n\nJuly 20\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be held in partnership with the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be in partnership with the Pittsburgh Local Task Force on the Right to Education\, focusing on meeting the needs of students with disabilities in PPS.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the Homeless Children’s Education Fund\, focusing on meeting the needs of students navigating homelessness and foster care.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 29\, 2021  |  4:00 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted with the District’s Parent Advisory Council.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30\, 2021  |  10:00 a.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the District.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Pittsburgh Public Schools website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pps-engagement-sessions/2021-07-27/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T120000
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SUMMARY:Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Pittsburgh from July 26 – 29 for “Diversity Forum 2021” to learn about racial justice and opportunities to actuate intentional\, meaningful change. \nAbout\nThe 2021 Diversity Forum\, “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities\,” will engage and equip participants with the knowledge\, skills\, and resources needed to: \n\n\n\nidentify sources of systemic oppression\,\nconsider strategies for dismantling that oppression\, and\nactions critical in fostering more equitable and just communities in which we live\, work\, and learn.\n\n\n\nThe forum will focus on outlining the key concepts underpinning social justice\, illuminating examples of systemic injustice\, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors. Participants will discuss theories of racial/social identity development that can help in understanding oneself\, others\, and intergroup dynamics in the context of implementing social justice efforts. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how our socialization informs our biases and positions us to perpetuate structural inequalities.\nUnderstand the barriers that inhibit us from expanding our diversity consciousness and fully embracing different cultures\, perspectives\, and people.\nRecognize the breadth of competencies necessary to engage and advance multicultural communities.\nUtilize an equity lens to analyze and revise policies and practices to foster equitable and just outcomes in our communities.\nBuild communities of dialogue and support in acting against systemic oppression.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the University of Pittsburgh website. There is no cost to participate\, and all are welcome. \nCall for Proposals\nDo you have a virtual workshop idea for this event? Visit the University of Pittsburgh website to submit your proposal. Workshops should be 60 to 75 minutes in length (including Q&A)\, align with the forum’s aim and objectives\, and be formatted for virtual presentation. The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday\, May 14\, 2021. Questions can be directed to diversity@pitt.edu.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diversity-forum-2021/2021-07-28/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T140000
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SUMMARY:Live Demo of New Keystone STARS Designation System
DESCRIPTION:Child care directors\, administrators\, and owners in Pennsylvania are invited to a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications. Join the PD Registry on July 28 to learn how to navigate the new process and more. \nKeystone STARS Designation System\nOn July 28\, the PD Registry team is hosting a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications for child care directors\, administrators\, and owners in Pennsylvania. The new applications will officially launch on October 1\, 2021 and will streamline the designation process for providers. \nA demonstration recording will be available on the Pennsylvania Key website. In-depth training on how to apply for Keystone STARS designation in the PD Registry will be available in August 2021. \nLive Demonstration Dates\nFor Center-Based Child Care Programs\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 28\, 2021  |  1 – 2 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\nFor Family and Group Child Care Programs\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 28\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\nOther Ways to Prepare\nOther ways directors\, administrators\, and owners can prepare for this transition include: \n\n\n\ncompleting an individual or personal PD Registry profile;\n\n\n\n\napplying for placement on Pennsylvania’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) Career Pathway;\n\n\n\n\nassisting staff in completing their PD Registry profile and applying for Career Pathway placement; and\n\n\n\n\nclaiming their organization profile for their program.\n\n\n\nThe Pennsylvania Key offers tip sheets and video tutorials on how to complete these steps and more. For more events\, visit our Events Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/live-demo-keystone-stars/2021-07-28/1/
LOCATION:400 Sherwood Road\, 400 Sherwood Road\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210728T143000
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SUMMARY:ELRC Listening Sessions
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is holding ELRC Listening Sessions in July and August to receive educator input on the Early Learning Resource Center model. \nELRC Listening Sessions\nEarly childhood educators are invited to share their perspectives about what is working with Pennsylvania’s ELRCs and gaps with the current system during listening sessions in July and August. \nStakeholders are welcome to participate in the session that best fits their schedule\, however special sessions for family child care\, group child care\, and school-age child care programs are available. \nListening Sessions\n\n\n\nJuly 21\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021 (School-Age Child Care)\n6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 28\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 11\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 12\, 2021 (Family & Group Child Care)\n6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 18\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nAugust 25\, 2021 (All Providers)\n1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.\n\n\n\n\nSeptember 2\, 2021 (School-Age Child Care)\n10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\n\n\n\nMore Information\nFor more information\, view this flyer or visit the ELRC Region 5 website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/elrc-listening-sessions/2021-07-28/
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SUMMARY:Live Demo of New Keystone STARS Designation System
DESCRIPTION:Child care directors\, administrators\, and owners in Pennsylvania are invited to a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications. Join the PD Registry on July 28 to learn how to navigate the new process and more. \nKeystone STARS Designation System\nOn July 28\, the PD Registry team is hosting a live demonstration of the new Keystone STARS pre-designation and designation applications for child care directors\, administrators\, and owners in Pennsylvania. The new applications will officially launch on October 1\, 2021 and will streamline the designation process for providers. \nA demonstration recording will be available on the Pennsylvania Key website. In-depth training on how to apply for Keystone STARS designation in the PD Registry will be available in August 2021. \nLive Demonstration Dates\nFor Center-Based Child Care Programs\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 28\, 2021  |  1 – 2 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\nFor Family and Group Child Care Programs\n\n\n\nWednesday\, July 28\, 2021  |  6:30 – 7 p.m.  |  Register\n\n\n\nOther Ways to Prepare\nOther ways directors\, administrators\, and owners can prepare for this transition include: \n\n\n\ncompleting an individual or personal PD Registry profile;\n\n\n\n\napplying for placement on Pennsylvania’s Early Childhood Education (ECE) Career Pathway;\n\n\n\n\nassisting staff in completing their PD Registry profile and applying for Career Pathway placement; and\n\n\n\n\nclaiming their organization profile for their program.\n\n\n\nThe Pennsylvania Key offers tip sheets and video tutorials on how to complete these steps and more. For more events\, visit our Events Calendar.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/live-demo-keystone-stars/2021-07-28/2/
LOCATION:400 Sherwood Road\, 400 Sherwood Road\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities
DESCRIPTION:Join the University of Pittsburgh from July 26 – 29 for “Diversity Forum 2021” to learn about racial justice and opportunities to actuate intentional\, meaningful change. \nAbout\nThe 2021 Diversity Forum\, “Dismantling Oppressive Systems: Building Just Communities\,” will engage and equip participants with the knowledge\, skills\, and resources needed to: \n\n\n\nidentify sources of systemic oppression\,\nconsider strategies for dismantling that oppression\, and\nactions critical in fostering more equitable and just communities in which we live\, work\, and learn.\n\n\n\nThe forum will focus on outlining the key concepts underpinning social justice\, illuminating examples of systemic injustice\, and examining means and methods of infusing equitable and just policies and practices across multiple sectors. Participants will discuss theories of racial/social identity development that can help in understanding oneself\, others\, and intergroup dynamics in the context of implementing social justice efforts. \nLearning Objectives\n\n\n\nUnderstand how our socialization informs our biases and positions us to perpetuate structural inequalities.\nUnderstand the barriers that inhibit us from expanding our diversity consciousness and fully embracing different cultures\, perspectives\, and people.\nRecognize the breadth of competencies necessary to engage and advance multicultural communities.\nUtilize an equity lens to analyze and revise policies and practices to foster equitable and just outcomes in our communities.\nBuild communities of dialogue and support in acting against systemic oppression.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the University of Pittsburgh website. There is no cost to participate\, and all are welcome. \nCall for Proposals\nDo you have a virtual workshop idea for this event? Visit the University of Pittsburgh website to submit your proposal. Workshops should be 60 to 75 minutes in length (including Q&A)\, align with the forum’s aim and objectives\, and be formatted for virtual presentation. The deadline to submit a proposal is Friday\, May 14\, 2021. Questions can be directed to diversity@pitt.edu.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/diversity-forum-2021/2021-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Conference,Course
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SUMMARY:Behavior Health: The Expanding Need
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in learning about expanding behavioral health needs? Join Adagio Health on Thursday\, July 29 for “Behavioral Health: The Expanding Need.” \nAbout\nThe World Health Organization warns that COVID-19 has disrupted behavioral health services across the globe\, while the CDC notes substantial increases in anxiety and depressive disorders in the United States. The Better Health Outcomes Speaker Series seeks to further engagement and advocacy around issues that have taken on new importance during the COVID-19 pandemic: Food Insecurity\, Black Maternal Health\, Behavioral Health\, and Racial Health Disparities. \nThis event will focus on Behavioral Health and will feature the following presenters: \n\n\n\nCristie Hudson\, MSW\, LCSW\, Readjustment Counseling Therapist\n\n\n\n\n\nJulius Boatwright\, MSW\, LSW\, Founder and CEO of Steel Smiling\nSteel Smiling is focused on bridging the gap between Black people and mental health support.\n\n\n\n\nCristine Ngozika Alozie-Crowell\, MA\, LPC\, NCC\, Behavioral Health Clinician at Adagio Health Erie\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register\, visit the Adagio Health website. Enter the code “FREE” to receive free registration for this event.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/behavior-health/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210729T160000
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SUMMARY:Live Chat: American Rescue Plan Benefits for Families
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in hearing from a panel of experts about stimulus payments\, tax credits\, housing vouchers\, and more related to the American Rescue Plan? Join the National Center on Parent\, Family\, and Community Engagement (NCPFCE) on July 22 or 29 to learn\, chat\, and ask questions. \nAmerican Rescue Plan\nJoin the NCPFCE’s panel of experts each month to discuss topics related to stimulus payments\, tax credits\, housing vouchers\, and more. Learn about expanded ARP resources and get ideas for developing your own program-wide Investing with Families efforts. NCPFCE staff will be on hand to respond to as many of your questions as possible. \nChat Topics\nThis month’s sessions will focus on the following topics: \n\n\n\nan overview of ARP benefits\, who is eligible\, and how to access benefits\,\n\n\n\n\nresponding to staff and family questions about different ARP benefits\,\n\n\n\n\nleveraging ARP benefits for individual family economic mobility goals\, and\n\n\n\n\nideas for how programs can develop their own Investing with Families efforts.\n\n\n\nThese chats are best suited for Head Start and Early Head Start directors\, managers\, staff\, and parent leaders; TTA providers; and other early childhood professionals and leaders. \nRegistration\nInterested early childhood professionals and parent leaders can attend either of the following events: \n\n\n\nThursday\, July 22\, 2021  |  3 – 4 p.m.\nPresented in English.\n\n\n\n\nThursday\, July 29\, 2021  |  3 – 4 p.m. \nPresented in Spanish.\n\n\n\nFuture events in this series will discuss connecting families to local benefits (August 26)\, child allowances and tax credits (September 23)\, and housing vouchers and rental assistance (October 21). For more events\, visit our Events Calendar. \nAsk a Question\nFor questions\, contact the NCPFCE at pfce@ecetta.info or 855.208.0909.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-rescue-plan-chat/2021-07-29/
CATEGORIES:Course
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SUMMARY:PPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) is hosting five online Stakeholder Engagement Sessions to hear the community’s input on funding priorities aimed at improving outcomes for students. \nPPS Stakeholder Engagement Sessions\nThe public is invited to attend any of the following sessions: \n\n\n\nJuly 20\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be held in partnership with the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 22\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be in partnership with the Pittsburgh Local Task Force on the Right to Education\, focusing on meeting the needs of students with disabilities in PPS.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 27\, 2021  |  5:30 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the Homeless Children’s Education Fund\, focusing on meeting the needs of students navigating homelessness and foster care.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 29\, 2021  |  4:00 p.m.\nThis session will be hosted with the District’s Parent Advisory Council.\n\n\n\n\nJuly 30\, 2021  |  10:00 a.m.\nThis session will be hosted by the District.\n\n\n\nRegistration\nTo register and learn more\, visit the Pittsburgh Public Schools website. For more news\, visit our News page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pps-engagement-sessions/2021-07-29/
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