4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Cultivating Genius Within Black Children September 29, 2021, 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm Cultivating Genius Within Black Children In order for African American children to develop positive racial identities, there needs to be buy-in from parents, educators, and the community as a whole.
6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Ask a Health Care Provider September 30, 2021, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Ask a Health Care Provider Join the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative and the Pittsburgh Community Vaccine Collaborative for an evening with medical professionals to discuss back-to-school questions surrounding COVID-19 safety, mitigation, and vaccines. More Information The presentation will be multilingual in Spanish, French, Russian, Swahili, Arabic, and English. If you need a different language/interpreter please email Dr. Kait Brennan at kaitlynbrennan88@gmail.com who can […]
12:00 pm Recurring STEM Learning in ECE: STEMIEFest 2021 October 4, 2021, 12:00 pm Recurring STEM Learning in ECE: STEMIEFest 2021 Attend STEMIEFest this October to learn how to support STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) learning with young children! Free
8:30 am to 4:00 pm Child and Adolescent Bipolar Services Conference October 7, 2021, 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Child and Adolescent Bipolar Services Conference Join UPMC Western Psychiatric Hospital on October 7 to learn about the diagnosis of pediatric bipolar disorder and treatment options.
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit October 7, 2021, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit Attend the National Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit to learn how to strengthen state policies that impact prenatal-to-3 development. Free
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm 2021 National Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit October 7, 2021, 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm 2021 National Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit The National Prenatal-to-3 Research to Policy Summit will be held virtually only on Thursday, October 7, 2021. Join thousands of policymakers, scholars, and practitioners across the country to learn how to strengthen state policies that impact the foundational prenatal-to-three development period, starting with rigorous evidence. More Information Registration to attend this virtual and free event via […] Free
9:00 am to 3:00 pm Seismic Shifts in Education: An Education Symposium and Conference October 9, 2021, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Seismic Shifts in Education: An Education Symposium and Conference Join Carlow University on October 9 for "Sister Mary Paul Education Symposium: Seismic Shifts in Education". This symposium will focus on strengthening relationships with faculty and staff, learning from them, investing in their development, and connecting with them on a personal level. Additional Information This event can be attended in person or virtually. Act 48 […] $10
10:00 am to 1:00 pm Recurring Homewood Farmers Market October 9, 2021, 10:00 am to 1:00 pm Recurring Homewood Farmers Market The Homewood Farmers Market will take place every Saturday until the end of October, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Find fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables grown by local urban farmers including Operation Better Block's Jr. Green Corps, Oasis Farm & Fishery, Black Urban Gardeners & Farmers, Sankofa Village Community Garden, & Grow Pittsburgh! New […]
11:00 am to 12:00 pm Working Together for Child Care in 2021 October 12, 2021, 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Working Together for Child Care in 2021 Join Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA Partners to discuss child care and pre-k state budget advocacy and federal opportunities. Event Details Tuesday, October 12 11 a.m. | Register for the Zoom webinar Topics include: state budget advocacy for pre-k and child care federal pandemic relief opportunities for child care new federal early childhood education proposals Speakers will include: Pennsylvania Association for the […]
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Lawrenceville Farmers Market October 12, 2021, 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Lawrenceville Farmers Market Join the Lawrenceville Farmers Market to browse fresh, healthy food from local farmers/businesses and enjoy outdoor activities for kids!
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Advocacy Basics October 13, 2021, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Advocacy Basics If you are interested in talking with legislators and civic leaders about how vital early care and education is to your community, learn the basics of advocacy from PennAEYC. This session will cover basic advocacy concepts and how to engage the families you serve in the process. Register for this event online.
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Race, Health, and Equity October 14, 2021, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Race, Health, and Equity Want to learn how providers, patients, and advocates can work together to create better health outcomes for people of color? Join Adagio Health on October 14. Free – $50
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm How Optimistic Leaders Can Create Equity in Early Learning Programs October 14, 2021, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm How Optimistic Leaders Can Create Equity in Early Learning Programs Early educators are invited to join Leading for Children on October 14 to learn how they can ensure equity and shared power in their early learning settings. Create Equity in Early Learning Programs To create the next generation of critical thinkers and leaders, we must ensure that every child has a sense of agency — […] Free
7:00 am to 6:00 pm Recurring 2021 Early Childhood Education Summit October 18, 2021, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm Recurring 2021 Early Childhood Education Summit Want to engage with and hear from early childhood thought-leaders? Attend the Virtual Early Childhood Education (ECE) Summit this October! $89 – $223
6:00 am to 7:30 pm Recurring Health is Wealth, Women’s Education Series October 19, 2021, 6:00 am to 7:30 pm Recurring Health is Wealth, Women’s Education Series The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center invites you to join a six-week series, "Health Is Wealth." The goal of this series is to provide mothers with the opportunity to learn about various health and wellness resources to support themselves, as they support their families.
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Finding the Best Books for Babies October 19, 2021, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Finding the Best Books for Babies Join Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for an upcoming professional development session, "Finding the Best Books for Babies." Individuals may register for this online event via Zoom. Additional Information Each year since 2000, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has led a panel of local librarians and child development experts in choosing ten best books published for babies […]
7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Teachable Moments Webinar October 19, 2021, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm Teachable Moments Webinar Join WQED for their third Teachable Moments Webinar on October 19, 2021. Participants may register online. Additional Information This is a short engaging workshop surrounding our mini-series, Teachable Moments. Engage in activities and have a chance to ask educators questions. This event will be hosted by veteran educators and longtime WQED Education partners, Denice Pazuchanics […]
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Action Conversations on Race: Male Allies and White Accomplices October 20, 2021, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Action Conversations on Race: Male Allies and White Accomplices Join YWCA Pittsburgh for the next Action Conversation on Race which observes YWCA USA's Week Without Violence. Rhonda L. Fleming, Chief of Prevention, Intervention, and Outreach at Women’s Center & Shelter Greater Pittsburgh, will moderate a discussion focused on how men and white people can contribute to the elimination of racial and gender-based violence. Additional […]
1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Recurring Promoting Mental Health and Family Well-Being in Today’s World Workshop Series October 20, 2021, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Recurring Promoting Mental Health and Family Well-Being in Today’s World Workshop Series Are you interested in learning more about promoting familial mental health and well-being? Join Brazelton Touchpoint Center for a series of three sessions on various ways that professionals can support the families that they serve. $90
2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Recurring Community of Practice: Creating a CQI Plan October 21, 2021, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm Recurring Community of Practice: Creating a CQI Plan Want to learn how to create a Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) Plan? Join ELRC Region 5 on October 21 at 2 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. for their virtual Community of Practice (CoP) sessions! About In the October CoP virtual sessions, participants will learn about the CQI Plan, its importance to growth and quality, and how […]
9:00 am to 5:00 pm Volunteer Opportunity: Plant Trees in Homewood October 23, 2021, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm Volunteer Opportunity: Plant Trees in Homewood Join the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy to plant trees in Homewood. Participants will also learn about different types of native trees, proper tree planting practices, and tree care. To register as a volunteer for this event, contact Alicia Wehrle, WPC’s community forestry project coordinator, at awehrle@paconserve.org or 412.586.2386. Location Homewood-Brushton Branch YMCA 7140 Bennett Street Pittsburgh, PA 15208 More […]
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Track or Treat October 23, 2021, 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm Track or Treat Join RADWorks and CitiParks for Track or Treat at the Bud Harris Cycling Track on Saturday October 23rd, 12 - 4 p.m. Children and families can come in their Halloween costumes and cycle around the Bud Harris Cycling Track, stopping to try healthy fall recipes, learn about bike safety from the Pittsburgh Police, decorate pumpkins […]
12:00 pm to 3:00 pm Exploring the “Development is a Journey Conversation Roadmap” October 25, 2021, 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm Exploring the “Development is a Journey Conversation Roadmap” Are you interested in learning more about early identification and intervention to promote a child's optimal development? Join Brazelton Touchpoints Center for an upcoming workshop to explore the "Development is a Journey Conversation Roadmap" framework. $75
6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Using Digital Media Resources with Early Learners October 26, 2021, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm Using Digital Media Resources with Early Learners Join Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh on October 26, 2021, for a virtual professional development event, "Using Digital Media Resources with Early Learners." Individuals may register online. Additional Information Understand information on how to incorporate technology into existing practices or curriculum. With intentional use and guidance, technology can improve cognitive, social and literacy outcomes for children. […]
3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Recurring East Liberty Farmer’s Market October 27, 2021, 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm Recurring East Liberty Farmer’s Market Attend the East Liberty Farmer's Market on Mondays through November 22, 2021.
October 9, 2021, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm Seismic Shifts in Education: An Education Symposium and Conference
October 14, 2021, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm How Optimistic Leaders Can Create Equity in Early Learning Programs
October 20, 2021, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm Action Conversations on Race: Male Allies and White Accomplices
October 20, 2021, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm Recurring Promoting Mental Health and Family Well-Being in Today’s World Workshop Series
