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SUMMARY:Capturing Moments: Planning For and Conducting Classroom Observations
DESCRIPTION:ELRC Region 5 is offering a professional development opportunity for your team of early learning educators. \nCapturing Moments: Planning For and Conducting Classroom Observations will introduce early education professionals to the importance and value of purposeful observation. \nThrough whole and small group discussions and activities\, students will understand what observation is and identify various types of observation used in the classroom. They will also learn how observations can be linked directly to observation-based child assessments\, and discuss how to identify their own biases to prevent them from affecting their objective observations. \nThis session is eligible for 2 hours of PQAS and Act 48 credit. \nSession Details\n\nThursday\, January 23\, 2025 | 6 – 8 p.m.\nVirtual via Zoom\nCost: $10\nRegister\n\nInstructors: Shawna Preston and Elizabeth Foreman \nStandards: Child Observation\, Documentation\, and Assessment \nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/capturing-moments-planning-for-and-conducting-classroom-observations-6/
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SUMMARY:Carnegie Library: Little Artists
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will hold an event to help children learn and grow through art at its Lawrenceville branch in January. \nLearn More\nLittle Artists is a sensory experience for young children and their caregivers. It will enable them to explore colors\, shapes\, textures\, and materials. The program encourages open experimentation and self-expression and focuses on the process of creation\, rather than the finished product. \nChildren and their caregivers are advised to dress accordingly\, as the class could get messy. It is aimed at children from birth to age five and their caregivers. \nThe event will run from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday\, January 24 at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Lawrenceville\, located at 279 Fisk Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/little-artists/
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About 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 include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free\, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 10: Supporting Early Communication\nJanuary 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children\nFebruary 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness\nFebruary 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. \nMore information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-webinars/2025-01-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250125T153000
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SUMMARY:Squonking in the Library Part 2
DESCRIPTION:This workshop offered by the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh enables children to explore science and art. \nLearn More\nSquonk’s Lindsay Herring and Mia Taylor will lead the workshop\, which is aimed at children between the ages of 6 and 13. In the workshop\, participants will use Rube Goldberg Machines and learn how to harness the flow of energy\, using everyday objects to create quirky\, complex contraptions with chain reactions. \nThe event will run from 2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Saturday\, January 25 at the Carnegie Library of Pittsburg’s Hazelwood branch\, located at 5006 Second Avenue. \nFor more information\, visit the library’s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/squonking-in-the-library-part-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T160000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-01-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T093000
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SUMMARY:Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed and Proficient
DESCRIPTION:The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center will host a series titled Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed\, and Proficient from January to March and from May to June. \nLearn More\nThe center’s online course on trauma is designed for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically and each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. \nMicrosoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. \nThe Courses\nBecoming Trauma Aware discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. \nBecoming Trauma Informed will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building\, how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of brain architecture during this stage\, and how strong relationships can build resilience. \nToward Trauma Proficiency applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study\, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. \nSchedule and Registration\nThe three courses will be presented from January to March and again from May to June. The course listings include: \nBecoming Trauma Aware\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 15 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Register online\n\nBecoming Trauma Informed\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 29 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 22 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online\n\nToward Trauma Proficiency\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, February 12 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, June 5 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/theiss-training-center-becoming-trauma-aware-informed-and-proficient-2/2025-01-29/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T140000
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SUMMARY:Summer Planning Kickoff Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) are hosting a Summer Planning Kickoff meeting in January. \nLearn More\nSouthwestern Pennsylvania out-of-school providers are invited to gather\, get started\, and get support on their 2025 summer program planning. \nThe event will include: \n\nAPOST and United Way updates\nNetworking\nPanel discussions\nResources sharing\nLunch\n\nThe event\, which is scheduled to last just under five hours\, will enable attendees to build relationships with fellow providers\, get suggestions on hiring summer staff\, finding enrichment providers\, and planning for field trips. \nThose interested in attending must register by noon on Thursday\, January 23. The event will run from 9:15 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Wednesday\, January 29 at Commonwealth Charter Academy\, located at 162 East Bridge Street in Homestead.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/summer-planning-kickoff-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T104500
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-01-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T160000
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SUMMARY:New America: Updates on Dos and Don'ts in Early Learning
DESCRIPTION:New America will kick off a two-part webinar series in late January that explores the latest research and guidance on using technology in preschool and K-3 classrooms. \nLearn More\nPart 1\, Tablets and Teaching: Updates on Dos and Don’ts in Early Learning will highlight resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics\, Children and Screens\, and the National Association for the Education of Young Children. \nThe webinar will run from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. ET on Thursday\, January 30. The second part of the webinar will be held on Tuesday\, February 25. \nTo register or view the list of scheduled speakers for the January 30 webinar\, visit New America’s web page for the event. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/new-america-updates-on-dos-and-donts-in-early-learning/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T193000
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures: Kelly Starling Lyons
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating the 120th anniversary of the song “Lift Every Voice and Sing\,” Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures will hold an event with Kelly Starling Lyons about her book that celebrates the Black National Anthem and how it inspired five generations of a family. \nLearn More\nThe song was written by two Florida brothers\, one of whom was the principal of a segregated\, all-Black song\, so that his students could sing it for a tribute to Abraham Lincoln’s birthday in 1900. \nSince then\, the song has provided inspiration and solace for generations of Black families. Mothers and fathers passed it on to their children\, who sang it to their children and grandchildren. It has been sung during significant moments of the Civil Rights Movement and at family gatherings and college graduations. \nInspired by the song’s endurance\, Kelly Starling Lyons and Keith Mallett tell a story about the generations of families who have gained hope and strength from the song. \nStarling Lyons is a founding member of The Brown Bookshelf\, a teaching artist\, and an author of more than 30 books for young readers. \nMore Details\nCopies of “Sing a Song: How Life Every Voice and Sing Inspired Generations” are available at City of Asylum Bookstore. \nThe event will begin at 6 p.m. on Thursday\, January 30 at the Carnegie Library Lecture Hall\, located at 4440 Forbes Avenue. For more information\, visit the event’s web page.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pittsburgh-arts-lectures-kelly-starling-lyons/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250203T200000
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SUMMARY:FLIP IT
DESCRIPTION:The ELRC Region 5 is offering the following professional development opportunity for your team of early learning educators. \nFLIP IT\nFLIP IT® is a strategy that offers a simple\, kind\, strength-based\, commonsense\, and effective four-step process to help caregivers understand what children are trying to communicate with their day-to-day behaviors. The four steps embodied in the FLIP IT mnemonic are: \n\nF – Feelings\nL – Limits\nI – Inquiries\nP – Prompts\n\nFLIP 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. FLIP IT is most appropriate for children ages 3 to 8. This session is eligible for 2 hours of PQAS and Act 48 credit. \nSession Details\n\nMonday\, February 3\, 2025 | 6 – 8 p.m.\nVirtual\nCost: $10\nRegister\n\nInstructor:  Shawna Preston \nStandards: Child Growth and Development \nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/flip-it-4/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T160000
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-02-04/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250205T104500
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-02-05/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T120000
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SUMMARY:Help Kids Eat Healthier Snacks and Move More
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Out-of-School Time (OST) and Healthy-Eating and Physical Activity (HEPA) Pilot Project will host a webinar in February. \nLearn More\nThe HEPA pilot project exists to support out-of-school programs to improve policies and practices to help children eat healthier snacks and to move more. In the webinar\, attendees will learn about the HEPA Project\, including web-based asynchronous professional development events\, resources and strategies through the Out-of-School Nutrition and Physical Activity Initiative (OSNAP)\, and technical assistance through the Pennsylvania Key and state Department of Health. \nThose who currently run an Out of School time program for students in kindergarten through eighth grade should attend. This includes administrators and program staff\, DHS certified child care\, 21 CCLC grantees\, libraries\, recreation programs\, Boys and Girls clubs\, and tutoring support. \nThe pilot project is free and will award up to $750 in innovation awards. \nThe webinar will run from 11 a.m. to noon on Thursday\, February 6. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/help-kids-eat-healthier-snacks-and-move-more/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143544
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About 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 include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free\, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 10: Supporting Early Communication\nJanuary 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children\nFebruary 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness\nFebruary 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. \nMore information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-webinars/2025-02-07/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250210T210000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3
DESCRIPTION:In “Introduction to ASQ-3\,” participants will learn how to use the Ages & Stages Questionnaires®\, Third Edition (ASQ®–3) as a screening tool for children ages three months to five years. The 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. \nMonday\, February 10 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nRegister\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Holly Cessna at holly.elrc5@alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-9/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143544
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-02-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T093000
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SUMMARY:Theiss Training Center: Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed and Proficient
DESCRIPTION:The University of Pittsburgh’s Theiss Training Center will host a series titled Becoming Trauma Aware\, Informed\, and Proficient from January to March and from May to June. \nLearn More\nThe center’s online course on trauma is designed for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series will be offered periodically and each can be taken as a standalone course or participants can attend all three. \nMicrosoft Teams links will be shared with participants after they register for the courses. \nThe Courses\nBecoming Trauma Aware discusses how the path to becoming trauma proficient begins with a basic understanding of trauma and what young children’s reaction to trauma can look like in the context of their play and behaviors. The session will lay the foundation for understanding trauma by developing an awareness of what it is and how it reveals itself. \nBecoming Trauma Informed will take a step back to look at recent understanding of early brain development. It will share how babies’ brains develop in tandem with close relationship building\, how trauma disrupts relationships and the building of brain architecture during this stage\, and how strong relationships can build resilience. \nToward Trauma Proficiency applies information presented in the second session. Looking at a case study\, the group will analyze trauma and relationship information that may indicate early traumatic experiences impacting the child’s current psychological functioning. It will then assess behaviors presented to identify classroom strengths that support children whose needs are met and understand how to identify children whose history and behaviors may indicate a need to refer for services. \nSchedule and Registration\nThe three courses will be presented from January to March and again from May to June. The course listings include: \nBecoming Trauma Aware\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 15 from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 8 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; Register online\n\nBecoming Trauma Informed\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, January 29 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, May 22 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online\n\nToward Trauma Proficiency\n\nFirst session: Wednesday\, February 12 from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.; Register online\nSecond session: Thursday\, June 5 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Register online
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/theiss-training-center-becoming-trauma-aware-informed-and-proficient-2/2025-02-12/
CATEGORIES:Course
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-02-12/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250216T163000
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh Playtest to Host Event for Game Designers
DESCRIPTION:Pittsburgh Playtest will host its first event of the year in Squirrel Hill in February. \nLearn More\nThe event will include a room for eight designers of tabletop or digital games. Designers who want to playtest must preregister through Pittsburgh Playtest’s RSVP form no later than Friday\, February 14. \nDesigner tables are first come\, first served. Those who want to attend to play games\, RSVP is not required\, but recommended. \nThe event will run from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday\, February 16 at the Upstreet community space at 5844 Forward Avenue in Squirrel Hill. \nThose interested can RSVP now.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pittsburgh-playtest-to-host-event-for-game-designers/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-02-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20240909T142740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T142740Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Youth Behavior Reflection Support Tool
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Key will hold an upcoming virtual course that will introduce participants to the Youth Behavior Reflection Support Tool (YBRST). \nLearn More\nThe tool was specifically developed for program teams to use when they are faced with challenging behaviors within their K-6 School-Age Child Care (SACC) program. \nThe purpose of the tool is to help programs get started on looking at the behavior at hand\, the youth’s needs\, their current practices\, sorting through their feelings\, their family connection\, and begin adjusting the program to support SACC students. \nThrough reflection and assessment activities\, participants will apply knowledge learned during this course. Participants will earn 1.5 credit hours. \nThe virtual sessions will take place on the following days; register by clicking on the date: \n\nSept. 26\, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nNov. 13\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.\nFeb. 18\, 1 p.m. p- 2:30 p.m.\nMay 19\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-the-youth-behavior-reflection-support-tool/2025-02-18/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T104500
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20240826T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-02-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T194500
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20240909T134808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T134808Z
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SUMMARY:SAC Youth with Big Emotions
DESCRIPTION:The Pennsylvania Key will host a course over the next eight months on how to manage youths’ big emotions. \nLearn More\nWhen youth have big emotions\, they might display them through various behaviors. This course will help providers identify these emotions and provide techniques to manage them. \nIt will provide an overview of brain development – including trauma – as well as provide strategies for coping\, such as co-regulation. Through reflection and assessment activities\, participants will apply knowledge learned during this course. \nParticipants can obtain 1.5 credit hours for taking the course. \nThere are four virtual sessions. Click on the following dates to register: \n\nSept. 17\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.\nNov. 15\, 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.\nFeb. 19\, 6:15 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.\nMay 22\, 1 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/sac-youth-with-big-emotions/2025-02-19/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250221T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20241204T194550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241209T184758Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Chat About 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 include information on structured literacy and provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free\, hour-long webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\nJanuary 10: Supporting Early Communication\nJanuary 24: Building an Inclusive Library for Young Children\nFebruary 7: Putting the Fun in Phonological Awareness\nFebruary 21: Promoting Emergent Writing with Children\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. \nMore information and registration is available on the Let’s Chat About Webinars website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-webinars/2025-02-21/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250222T150000
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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 First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) training 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. \nSession Details\n\nSaturday\, 2/22/25 | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTrying Together\n5604 Solway Street\nPittsburgh\, PA 15217\nRegister\n\nThe cost is $38. \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. \nQuestions? \nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Holly Cessna at holly.cessna@alleghenycounty.us.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-10/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-02-25/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T104500
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20240826T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center will offer Tummy Time for caregivers and infants on Wednesdays. \nLearn More\nTummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. This bonding experience helps pre-walkers develop the muscles they need to strengthen their physical\, emotional\, social\, and gross motor development. \nFamilies can also build a social network\, providing an opportunity for caregivers to bond and support one another. \nBeginning Sept. 4\, Tummy Time will be held on: \n\nWednesdays 10 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.\n\nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family is located at 7219 Kelly Street.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time/2025-02-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20250131T180245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T213959Z
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SUMMARY:ECE Advocacy 101
DESCRIPTION:The ECE Advocacy 101 workshop is designed to break down the Pennsylvania budget cycle. Participants will receive an overview of the ELPA campaigns and how ECE programs are affected by the budget process as well as ways professionals and families can use their experience and knowledge to advocate. \nParticipants should leave with foundational knowledge of the Pennsylvania budget\, ELPA campaigns\, and various advocacy actions they participate in or lead. \nThe course will be led by Trying Together’s Emily Neff and Hailee B. Roye. \nThe event’s details include: \n\nDate: Wednesday\, February 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.\nLocation: Online via Zoom\nCost: Free\n\nRegistration is available online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/ece-advocacy-101-2/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T160000
DTSTAMP:20260410T143545
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
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SUMMARY:Office Hours with CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor
DESCRIPTION:Meet with Mr. Roland Woods\, CEC Workforce Development Career Counselor\, at the Homewood CEC to get support exploring employment opportunities at the University of Pittsburgh. \nOffice hours are available each Tuesday and Thursday from 12 – 4 p.m. \nLocation\nHomewood CEC\n622 N. Homewood Avenue\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nSchedule an Appointment\nTo schedule an appointment\, contact ROW74@pitt.edu or call 412.290.2285
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/office-hours-with-cec-workforce-development-career-counselor/2025-03-04/
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