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SUMMARY:Growing Together | Preparing the Classroom Environment to Support Social-Emotional Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The July 16 session is focused on Preparing the Classroom Environment to Support Social-Emotional Regulation \nParticipants can choose to attend any or all of the mini-sessions and registration is highly recommended. However\, participants can access any session using the Zoom link. \nClick here to register \n\nThe other sessions in the series include: \n\nAugust 20: Resilience in the Classroom: What to Do When Things Fall Apart \nSeptember 17: Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Families\nOctober 15: From Conflict to Connection: Better Collaboration with Collages\nNovember 19\, 2025: Career Pathways in Early Childhood\nDecember 17\, 2025: Introducing the Early Intervention Toolkit\nJanuary 21\, 2026: Reframing Children’s “Challenging” Behaviors\nFebruary 18\, 2026: Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with Parents\nMarch 18\, 2026: Utilizing Your ELRC Quality Coach: What is Their Role  and How Can They Support You?\nApril 15\, 2026 Aligning Curriculum With Daily Practice\nMay 20\, 2026: The ELPES (Early Learning Program Engagement Specialists) Team: Who Are They and How Can They Support Providers?\nJune 17\, 2026 Child Development: Expectations vs. Reality \nJuly 15\, 2026 Navigating Public Policy and Systems\n\nEach session runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/growing-together-monthly-mini-pd-for-educators/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T110000
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2025-07-16/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145807Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2025-07-16/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250716T100000
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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/2025-07-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T160000
DTSTAMP:20220311T160301Z
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/2025-07-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250715T111500
DTSTAMP:20250716T145959Z
CREATED:20250708T162626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145959Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub
DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2025-07-15/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250711T170000
DTSTAMP:20250711T171001Z
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SUMMARY:Carnegie Library: Extravaganza
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s Main (Oakland) branch will host its outdoor Summer Reading Extravaganza in August that will include storytelling\, music\, crafts\, food trucks\, and more. \nLearn More\nThe event will include an interactive presentation by award-winning author Antwan Eady on his book “Nigel and the Moon.” Free copies of the book will be distributed to attendees and a Q&A will follow the presentation. \nA National Aviary expert will present “Amazing Adaptations\,” during which children will be able to discover a bird’s unique characteristics and explore bio facts\, such as feet\, feathers\, and beaks. \nPuppets for Pittsburgh will present “Aesop’s Fables\,” a puppet show made entirely from things discarded by libraries. \nSQUONK will create an outdoor spectacle by fusing fantastical visual design\, playful staging\, and original music. SQUONK’s “Brouhaha” performance brings audiences together for a celebration of humankind and our peculiar world. \nOther activities and attendees include Animal Friends\, Carnegie Museum of Natural History\, Mad Science\, Moonshot Museum\, Pittsburgh Toy Lending Library\, Reading Ready Pittsburgh\, and various other organizations\, food trucks\, and businesses. \nThe event runs from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday\, Aug. 10. \nFor more information\, visit the Extravaganza website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/carnegie-library-extravaganza/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250710T140000
DTSTAMP:20250324T175207Z
CREATED:20250324T175207Z
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SUMMARY:The Incredible Years Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:The Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church will host The Incredible Years Parenting Program on Thursdays from April until July. \nLearn More\nThe program explores ways to make parenting easier and fun for parents and children. \nThe classes will run from noon to 2 p.m. and include a lunch that begins at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays\, from April 3 to July 10. \nThe class will be held at the Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church\, located at 4600 Old William Penn Highway in Murrysville. \nThe class is aimed at parents with children\, ages two to 10. \nTo enroll\, call Shana at 724-217-8303 or email parentwise@wfspa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/the-incredible-years-parenting-program-2/2025-07-10/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T130000
DTSTAMP:20250716T145425Z
CREATED:20250708T163411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145425Z
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2025-07-09/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T104500
DTSTAMP:20250716T145807Z
CREATED:20250708T163017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145807Z
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SUMMARY:Tummy Time
DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n 
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2025-07-09/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250709T104500
DTSTAMP:20240826T162756Z
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/2025-07-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T200000
DTSTAMP:20250306T141421Z
CREATED:20250305T210534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T141421Z
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice for Home-Based Educators
DESCRIPTION:ELRC Region 5 is hosting Communities of Practice for home-based early learning educators to discuss topics of interest\, ask questions\, and offer insight and inspiration to one another. \nLearn More\nMeetings occur virtually every other Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe sessions include: \n\nMarch 25: Certification and Announcements\nApril 8: Handbooks and Policies\nApril 22: Health and Safety/Emergency Plans/Fire and Emergency Drills\nMay 13: Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Equity\nMay 27: Lesson Plans and Daily Schedules\nJune 10: Outdoor Spaces\nJune 24: Professional Development Training and Resources\nJuly 8: Keystone STARS – Star 2 Designation\nJuly 22: Keystone STARS – Star 3 and Star 4 Designations/National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation\n\nEach of the sessions will be held on Zoom. For more information\, contact Kathy Wolfe by email at Kathy.elrc@alleghenycounty.us or by phone at 412-224-0416.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-for-home-based-educators/2025-07-08/
CATEGORIES:Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T160000
DTSTAMP:20220311T160301Z
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
UID:10012355-1751976000-1751990400@tryingtogether.org
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/2025-07-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250703T140000
DTSTAMP:20250324T175207Z
CREATED:20250324T175207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T175207Z
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SUMMARY:The Incredible Years Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:The Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church will host The Incredible Years Parenting Program on Thursdays from April until July. \nLearn More\nThe program explores ways to make parenting easier and fun for parents and children. \nThe classes will run from noon to 2 p.m. and include a lunch that begins at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays\, from April 3 to July 10. \nThe class will be held at the Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church\, located at 4600 Old William Penn Highway in Murrysville. \nThe class is aimed at parents with children\, ages two to 10. \nTo enroll\, call Shana at 724-217-8303 or email parentwise@wfspa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/the-incredible-years-parenting-program-2/2025-07-03/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250702T104500
DTSTAMP:20240826T162756Z
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/2025-07-02/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250701T160000
DTSTAMP:20220311T160301Z
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/2025-07-01/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250629T110000
DTSTAMP:20250624T190016Z
CREATED:20250624T185908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T190016Z
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SUMMARY:International Mud Day at Pittsburgh Botanic Garden
DESCRIPTION:Children should dress to make a mess and bring a towel and change of clothes to the Pittsburgh Botanic Garden’s International Mud Day event on Sunday\, June 29. \nLearn More\nHoses will be provided for cleaning off and a changing tent will be provided. Children will be able to play in a mud put or explore the outdoors. Accompanying adults may watch from a clean distance or participate in the messy event. \nActivities are included in daily admission to the botanic garden. \nMore information can be found on the event’s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/international-mud-day-at-pittsburgh-botanic-garden/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250628T170000
DTSTAMP:20250624T173621Z
CREATED:20250624T173621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250624T173621Z
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SUMMARY:CitiParks Announces WAMO Day to Mark End of City's Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Mayor Ed Gainey’s office and CitiParks Office of Special Events announced an upcoming event to mark the end of the city’s Juneteenth celebration. \nLearn More \nWAMO Day will be held on Saturday\, June 28 at Highland Park’s Fountain Lawn. The free event honors WAMO 107.3’s hosting of the city’s first organized Juneteenth celebration on June 19\, 1993. \nThis year\, the city is celebrating WAMO Day to honor three decades of cultural leadership and community engagement. The event is aimed at presenting a vibrant celebration of the city’s African American community\, highlighting its rich artistic and cultural contributions. \nWAMO Day will feature performances by Rojoinferno\, Graffiti Rue\, and grand finale artist BIRD. Visual artist Cue Perry will lead a CommUnity Live Painting session that will offer attendees an interactive art experience throughout the day. Gainey will present the keys to the city to several African American leaders in recognition of their lasting impact and contributions to the city. \nThe event features a full day of entertainment\, vendors\, and activities\, such as: \n\nLiving Treasures exhibit\nReading is Fundamental’s Storymobile\nFree painting by Beanie Paints\nJumpin’ Jumperoo’s Bounce House\nFood from local vendors and food trucks\n\nFor more information\, visit the city WAMO Day website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/citiparks-announces-wamo-day-to-mark-end-of-citys-juneteenth-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T140000
DTSTAMP:20250324T175207Z
CREATED:20250324T175207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T175207Z
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SUMMARY:The Incredible Years Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:The Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church will host The Incredible Years Parenting Program on Thursdays from April until July. \nLearn More\nThe program explores ways to make parenting easier and fun for parents and children. \nThe classes will run from noon to 2 p.m. and include a lunch that begins at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays\, from April 3 to July 10. \nThe class will be held at the Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church\, located at 4600 Old William Penn Highway in Murrysville. \nThe class is aimed at parents with children\, ages two to 10. \nTo enroll\, call Shana at 724-217-8303 or email parentwise@wfspa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/the-incredible-years-parenting-program-2/2025-06-26/
CATEGORIES:Course
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T104500
DTSTAMP:20240826T162756Z
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/2025-06-25/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T200000
DTSTAMP:20250306T141421Z
CREATED:20250305T210534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T141421Z
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SUMMARY:Community of Practice for Home-Based Educators
DESCRIPTION:ELRC Region 5 is hosting Communities of Practice for home-based early learning educators to discuss topics of interest\, ask questions\, and offer insight and inspiration to one another. \nLearn More\nMeetings occur virtually every other Tuesday evening from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. \nThe sessions include: \n\nMarch 25: Certification and Announcements\nApril 8: Handbooks and Policies\nApril 22: Health and Safety/Emergency Plans/Fire and Emergency Drills\nMay 13: Diversity\, Inclusion\, and Equity\nMay 27: Lesson Plans and Daily Schedules\nJune 10: Outdoor Spaces\nJune 24: Professional Development Training and Resources\nJuly 8: Keystone STARS – Star 2 Designation\nJuly 22: Keystone STARS – Star 3 and Star 4 Designations/National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation\n\nEach of the sessions will be held on Zoom. For more information\, contact Kathy Wolfe by email at Kathy.elrc@alleghenycounty.us or by phone at 412-224-0416.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/community-of-practice-for-home-based-educators/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:Course
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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/2025-06-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T073000
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SUMMARY:Working Families and the Need for Child Care Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together’s director of public policy will act as presenter at The Pittsburgh Airport Area Chamber of Commerce’s Working Families and the Need for Child Care Workshop in June. \nLearn More\nThe event – which runs from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. on Tuesday\, June 24 – is intended for owners\, managers\, supervisors\, human resources staff\, or anyone who is employed and needs help navigating child care options. \nAttendees will learn about: \n\nHow to search and find child care options near home and work\nPublic funding options to pay for child care\nResources to share with employees so they can more easily find and navigate child care\nThe state of child care and its impact on the workforce\n\nEmily Neff\, Trying Together’s director of public policy\, will be the event’s presenter. The event will be held at the Pittsburgh Airport Chamber Office Conference Room\, located at 850 Beaver Grade Road in Moon Township. \nMembers will pay $20 to attend\, while non-members will pay $30. Registration is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/working-families-and-the-need-for-child-care-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T140000
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SUMMARY:The Incredible Years Parenting Program
DESCRIPTION:The Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church will host The Incredible Years Parenting Program on Thursdays from April until July. \nLearn More\nThe program explores ways to make parenting easier and fun for parents and children. \nThe classes will run from noon to 2 p.m. and include a lunch that begins at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays\, from April 3 to July 10. \nThe class will be held at the Newlonsburg Presbyterian Church\, located at 4600 Old William Penn Highway in Murrysville. \nThe class is aimed at parents with children\, ages two to 10. \nTo enroll\, call Shana at 724-217-8303 or email parentwise@wfspa.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/the-incredible-years-parenting-program-2/2025-06-19/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T100000
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth-Themed Storytime at Frick Environmental Center
DESCRIPTION:The Frick Environmental Center will host an event that will feature the reading of empowering children’s stories to celebrate Juneteenth. \nLearn More\nBlack Power Storytime with BOOM Concepts will run from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Juneteenth\, which is Thursday\, June 19\, at the Frick Environmental Center\, located at 2005 Beechwood Blvd. \nArtist and entrepreneur DS Kinsel will join Frick Environmental Center Director James A. Brown to read stories to children. The storytime will be followed by a short nature activity led by a PPC naturalist educator. \nThe program is open to families with children of all ages\, but is ideal for families with children\, ages 3 to 9. Caregivers must accompany their children throughout the duration of the program. \nRegistration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/juneteenth-themed-storytime-at-frick-environmental-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T180000
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SUMMARY:Early Literacy: Community of Practice
DESCRIPTION:Early Literacy: Community of Practice will include a dinner\, high-quality picture books\, and opportunities to learn\, grow\, and connect around early literacy. \nLearn More\nThe event is open to all practitioners\, educators\, and community members across Homestead and surrounding neighborhoods. \nThe event will run from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday\, April 9 and Wednesday\, June 18 at B is for Books\, located at 222 E. 8th Ave. in Homestead.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/early-literacy-community-of-practice/2025-06-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250618T104500
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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/2025-06-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T200000
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SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training
DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide in person and hybrid First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) trainings to early childhood professionals. \nAbout the Course\nThis PQAS-certified in-person course provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nThe cost is $70. \nPLEASE NOTE: Successful course completion requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions\, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations. \nParticipants will be conducting strenuous activities\, such as performing CPR on the floor. If you have a medical condition or disability that will prevent you from taking part in the skills practice sessions\, please let your instructor know so that accommodations can be made for the practice portion. The CPR and AED evaluations must be completed with the manikin on the ground. \nInformation for Hybrid Sessions\nThe online coursework for hybrid sessions must be completed prior to the in-person class. Access to the online coursework will be provided via email upon completion of registration. Allow yourself 3-4 hours to complete. We advise completing the online coursework at least 48 hours prior to your in-person course. You will need to provide proof of completion by providing a copy of your completion email either printed or on your mobile device of class in order to participate in the in-person class portion of the training. \nSession Details\n\n\nTuesday\, 6/17/25 | Hybrid | 5:30 – 8:30 p.m.\nTrying Together\, 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15217\nRegister \n\n\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-11-2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T160000
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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/2025-06-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T170000
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SUMMARY:DinoFest
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Museum of Natural History will host DinoFest from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday\, June 14. \nLearn More\nThe event is a celebration of science that is aimed at children\, families\, and dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages. \nThe event’s activities include: \n\nFamily-friendly activities such as exploring how dinosaurs lived and how paleontologists work in the field as well as coloring pages or speaking with experts about fossils (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.)\nExpert Talks (11 a.m. to noon)\nThe Mysterious Megaraptorids: Giant-Clawed Meat-Eating Dinosaurs from the Southern Continents (1 p.m. to 2 p.m.)\nPaleoLab Talks discussions on fossil restoration (10:15 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.\, 2:15 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.\, and 3:15 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.)\n\nRegistration for DinoFest is now open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/dinofest/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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