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SUMMARY:Strong Minds\, Bright Futures: Community Listening Sessions on Children’s Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Strong Minds\, Bright Futures will host the sessions throughout the fall\, including two in the region. The statewide coalition – of which Trying Together is a partner organization – supports children’s mental health in schools\, communities\, and care systems. \nThe events will focus on solutions-focused conversations between families\, youth\, educators\, health providers\, and community leaders on the topic of strengthening children’s mental health in the state. \nThe free\, family-friendly events will be held on: \n\nMonday\, Sept. 29: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Indiana University of Pennsylvania\, Kovalchick Complex\, 711 Pratt Drive in Indiana\nTuesday\, Sept. 30: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jewish Healthcare Foundation\, 625 Liberty Avenue\, #2500\, in Pittsburgh\n\nFor more information on the events\, call 267-361-7945\, email info@strongmindspa.org\, or visit the Strong Minds\, Bright Futures website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/strong-minds-bright-futures-community-listening-sessions-on-childrens-mental-health/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T150000
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SUMMARY:Three Ways to Build Your State's IECMH Funding Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Zero to Three and the Children’s Funding Project are offering a series of three 90-minute webinars to answer questions about public financing for infant and early childhood mental health (IECMH). \nLearn More\nThe series\, titled “Three Ways to Build Your State’s IECMH Funding\,” will include three sessions: \n\nInfant and Early Childhood Mental Health (IECMH) Fiscal Mapping: Tuesday\, Sept. 9 at 1 p.m.\nUnderstanding True Costs of IECMH Programs and Services: Tuesday\, Sept. 30 at 1 p.m.\nFilling the Gap: Tax Revenue Building: Tuesday\, Oct. 21 at 1 p.m.\n\nRegistration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/three-ways-to-build-your-states-iecmh-funding-strategy/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T160000
DTSTAMP: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/2025-09-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T111500
DTSTAMP:20250716T145959Z
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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/2025-09-30/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T190000
DTSTAMP:20250912T190351Z
CREATED:20250912T190351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T190351Z
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SUMMARY:Strong Minds\, Bright Futures: Community Listening Sessions on Children’s Mental Health
DESCRIPTION:Strong Minds\, Bright Futures will host the sessions throughout the fall\, including two in the region. The statewide coalition – of which Trying Together is a partner organization – supports children’s mental health in schools\, communities\, and care systems. \nThe events will focus on solutions-focused conversations between families\, youth\, educators\, health providers\, and community leaders on the topic of strengthening children’s mental health in the state. \nThe free\, family-friendly events will be held on: \n\nMonday\, Sept. 29: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Indiana University of Pennsylvania\, Kovalchick Complex\, 711 Pratt Drive in Indiana\nTuesday\, Sept. 30: 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Jewish Healthcare Foundation\, 625 Liberty Avenue\, #2500\, in Pittsburgh\n\nFor more information on the events\, call 267-361-7945\, email info@strongmindspa.org\, or visit the Strong Minds\, Bright Futures website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/strong-minds-bright-futures-community-listening-sessions-on-childrens-mental-health/2025-09-29/
CATEGORIES:Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250929T160000
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SUMMARY:Parenting While Rising to Child Developmental Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a series from September through December that enables caregivers of children with differences in or challenges to their development to connect with each other. \nLearn More\nThe free\, four-episode virtual conversation series will feature conversations with parents of children with developmental differences\, challenges\, or disabilities. It will explore the unique and common experiences of loving and raising children whose developmental process is delayed or atypical. \nDiscussion will cover the joys and challenges of family life with children with a wide array of ways of being in the world. Participants will learn from each other how to best support and advocate for children. \nThe virtual series will take place from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the following Mondays: \n\nSept. 29 (Presuming Competence and Challenging Assumptions)\nOct. 20 (Holding On to Hope and Confronting Grief)\nNov. 17 (A Mother’s Perseverance Against All Odds)\nDec. 15 (Drawing on Family and Cultural Strengths to Thrive in Life\n\nFor more information\, visit the series’ website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-rising-to-child-developmental-challenges/2025-09-29/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T150000
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SUMMARY:Children's Literacy Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will host a Children’s Literacy Summit on Saturday\, Sept. 27 at its CLP – Main branch in Oakland. \nLearn More\nLiteracy organizations from the Greater Pittsburgh region will take part in the event to champion early literacy among young learners. It will bring together leaders\, advocates\, librarians\, educators\, caregivers\, and anyone passionate about early literacy. \nAttendees will explore strategies\, share best practices\, and spark conversations to empower children\, from birth to age 8\, through the joy of reading. \nThe summit will also include a Children’s Literacy Resource Fair\, beginning at noon\, where attendees can connect with local literacy organizations\, discover valuable resources and services\, and learn how to get involved to support early literacy efforts in the community. \nThe summit will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/childrens-literacy-summit/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T140000
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SUMMARY:Remake Learning Assembly
DESCRIPTION:The Remake Learning Assembly – an immersive\, interactive showcase of ideas and bright minds shaping the future of learning – will be held on Friday\, Sept. 26 at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh. \nLearn More\nThis year’s event will explore innovations from classrooms\, out-of-school time programs\, libraries\, museums\, and more. \nThe event is aimed at everyone from young learners to educators looking for inspiration. There will be a midday pause for a network update and celebration. \nAttendees are recommended to bring their students and colleagues. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. \nRegistration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/remake-learning-assembly-2/
CATEGORIES:Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250926T120000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3
DESCRIPTION:** FREE professional development for Allegheny County Providers ONLY \nParticipants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 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. \nFriday\, Sept. 26 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\nLocation: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center \n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\nRegister \n\n\n\nMonday\, Nov. 10 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.\n\n\nLocation: Solway Training Room \n\n\nCost: Free \n\n\nRegister \n\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-15/2025-09-26/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T130000
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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/2025-09-24/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T104500
DTSTAMP: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-2/2025-09-24/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T104500
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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/2025-09-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T160000
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/2025-09-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250923T111500
DTSTAMP:20250716T145959Z
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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/2025-09-23/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T170000
DTSTAMP:20250902T184108Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T184108Z
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SUMMARY:Be My Neighbor Day
DESCRIPTION:WQED\, Fred Rogers Productions\, and PNC Grow Up Great will host “Be My Neighbor Day” in Etna on Saturday\, Sept. 20. \nLearn More\nThe free event celebrates kindness and what it means to be a caring neighbor. It will include service projects\, crafts\, and photo opportunities with Daniel Tiger. \n“Be My Neighbor Day” will run from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. along Butler Street between Freeport and Bridge streets. For more information\, visit WQED’s website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/be-my-neighbor-day-2/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250919T150000
DTSTAMP:20250910T140256Z
CREATED:20250702T153451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T140256Z
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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\nFriday\, Sept. 19 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTrying Together\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70 \n\n\nTuesday\, Oct. 14 | Full Class | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.\nMonroeville Public Library\, 4000 Gateway Campus Blvd.\, Monroeville\nRegister\nCost: $70 \n\n\n\nWednesday\, Nov. 12| Hybrid | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nPitt CEC-Homewood\, 622 N. Homewood Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nThursday\, Jan. 15 | Hybrid | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.\nHeartPrints\, 850 Cranberry Woods Drive #1227\, Room 2219\, Cranberry Township\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 | Hybrid | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, March 14 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTrying Together\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, May 16 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nMonday\, June 1 | Hybrid | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nPitt CEC-Homewood\, 622 N. Homewood Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-12-2025-09-19/2025-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T200000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Why Courts Matter
DESCRIPTION:Every Voice Every Vote\, Children First\, and the New PA Project Education Fund will hold a webinar in September on the importance of courts and judges. \nLearn More\nThe webinar will feature discussion on how Pennsylvania is among the few states in which voters elect judges. On Tuesday\, Nov. 4\, Pennsylvanians will elect judges to serve in courts around the state. The webinar will emphasize how judges make decisions that shape the lives of families and children. \nWhy Courts Matter 101 will explore how court rulings shape our lives\, what’s at stake in this year’s judicial elections\, and how to make sure one’s voice is heard. \nThe virtual session will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday\, Sept. 17. Registration is open.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/webinar-why-courts-matter/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T193000
DTSTAMP:20250610T144107Z
CREATED:20250529T164043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T144107Z
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SUMMARY:Growing Together: Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Families
DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for September is Supporting Immigrant and Refugee Families.  \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\nUpcoming sessions in the series include: \n\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-2025-09-17/
CATEGORIES:Course
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T130000
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/2025-09-17/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T104500
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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-2/2025-09-17/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T104500
DTSTAMP:20240826T162756Z
CREATED:20240826T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
UID:10011926-1758103200-1758105900@tryingtogether.org
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/2025-09-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T203000
DTSTAMP:20250903T175956Z
CREATED:20250903T175956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T175956Z
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SUMMARY:25 for 25: A Celebration of Black Art & Community
DESCRIPTION:JADA House International will host 25 for 25: A Celebration of Black Art & Community on Tuesday\, Sept. 16. \nLearn More\nThe event will include art\, live music\, and lite bites. It will be curated by Morgan Overton and will feature musical guest Tubby Daniels. \nThe event will run from 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 5007 Lytle St. in Pittsburgh. \nTickets can be purchased online.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/25-for-25-a-celebration-of-black-art-community/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T160000
DTSTAMP:20220311T160301Z
CREATED:20220209T171519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220311T160301Z
UID:10012365-1758024000-1758038400@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/2025-09-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T111500
DTSTAMP:20250716T145959Z
CREATED:20250708T162626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145959Z
UID:10013772-1758018600-1758021300@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub
DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2025-09-16/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250913T130000
DTSTAMP:20250821T163634Z
CREATED:20250821T163634Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T163634Z
UID:10014028-1757757600-1757768400@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Alphabet Trail & Tales
DESCRIPTION:CitiParks will host its 24th Annual Alphabet Trail and Tales on Saturday\, Sept. 13 at the Frick Park Blue Slide Playground. \nLearn More\nThe event will celebrate the best in children’s books\, interactive story sets\, art\, music\, games\, and fun for the whole family. \nIt will run from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Frick Park Blue Slide Playground\, located at Beechwood Boulevard at Nicholson Street. \nFor more information\, call 412-665-3665.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/alphabet-trail-tales/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T160000
DTSTAMP:20250829T203115Z
CREATED:20250829T203115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203115Z
UID:10012428-1757592000-1757606400@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Resource Fairs for Overdose Prevention
DESCRIPTION:The Allegheny County Departments of Health and Human Services are kicking off their fall pop-ups to take overdose prevention resources into county communities. \nLearn More\nDuring the week of International Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31) and the start of September’s National Recovery Month\, there are two resource fairs\, and others will follow. \nDates and locations for pop-event events include: \n\nSept. 2 – Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Allegheny Branch (1230 Federal St.)\nSept. 4 – New Beginnings (20 Bailey Ave.)\nSept. 10 – AC Housing Authority – Dumplin Hall (502 Hays St.)\nSept. 11 – Grant Avenue Pocket Park (518 Grant Ave.)\n\nAll pop-ups run from noon to 4 p.m. More information can be found on the Connect Protect Recover website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pop-up-resource-fairs-for-overdose-prevention/2025-09-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T160000
DTSTAMP:20250829T203115Z
CREATED:20250829T203115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T203115Z
UID:10012427-1757505600-1757520000@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Resource Fairs for Overdose Prevention
DESCRIPTION:The Allegheny County Departments of Health and Human Services are kicking off their fall pop-ups to take overdose prevention resources into county communities. \nLearn More\nDuring the week of International Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31) and the start of September’s National Recovery Month\, there are two resource fairs\, and others will follow. \nDates and locations for pop-event events include: \n\nSept. 2 – Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh – Allegheny Branch (1230 Federal St.)\nSept. 4 – New Beginnings (20 Bailey Ave.)\nSept. 10 – AC Housing Authority – Dumplin Hall (502 Hays St.)\nSept. 11 – Grant Avenue Pocket Park (518 Grant Ave.)\n\nAll pop-ups run from noon to 4 p.m. More information can be found on the Connect Protect Recover website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/pop-up-resource-fairs-for-overdose-prevention/2025-09-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T130000
DTSTAMP:20250716T145425Z
CREATED:20250708T163411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145425Z
UID:10013885-1757502000-1757509200@tryingtogether.org
SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2025-09-10/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T104500
DTSTAMP:20250716T145807Z
CREATED:20250708T163017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145807Z
UID:10013828-1757498400-1757501100@tryingtogether.org
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-2/2025-09-10/
CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T104500
DTSTAMP:20240826T162756Z
CREATED:20240826T162756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T162756Z
UID:10011925-1757498400-1757501100@tryingtogether.org
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/2025-09-10/
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