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SUMMARY:EmployHER Pittsburgh Opportunity Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join EmployHER Pittsburgh for this event supporting all types of female success. \nEvent Details\n\nMonday\, March 27 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. & 3 – 7 p.m.\n\nUniversity of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center\n622 North Homewood Ave\nPittsburgh\, PA 15208\n\n\nRegister\nLearn More\nAt the Opportunity Fair\, attendees can find: \n\n\ndirect access to supportive services for themselves and their families \n\n\nopportunities to enroll in personal and professional development training programs \n\n\non site interviews from employers Knichel Logistics\, Inc. & University of Pittsburgh \n\n\nconnection with success partners in support of personal and professional goals \n\n\nself care stations\, food\, a DJ and so much more \n\n\nFree onsite child care will be provided.  \nTo learn more about the Opportunity Fair\, visit the EmployHER website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/employher-pittsburgh-opportunity-fair/
LOCATION:University of Pittsburgh Community Engagement Center\, 622 North Homewood Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208\, United States
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SUMMARY:Walk-In Food Distribution at The Hub
DESCRIPTION:Visit The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center every Monday from 12 – 5 p.m. to receive free food items\, including sandwiches\, fruit\, baked goods\, and more! \nParticipants may pick up a variety of perishable food items on a first come\, first served basis\, while supplies last. This food distribution is walk-in only. Food items are provided by 412 Food Rescue. \nFor more information or questions\, please contact The Hub & Family Center at (412) 545-5039.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/walk-in-food-distribution-at-the-hub/2023-03-27/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Strong Family: Spring 2023 Virtual Parent Cafes
DESCRIPTION:Families with children receiving early intervention and/or family supports: The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL)\, Parent to Parent of Pennsylvania\, and Be Strong Families invite you to connect and share your journeys at this virtual social event series. \nJoin for as many or as few cafés as you like. \nSession Details\nSpring 2023 Virtual Parent Cafés will be held: \n\nMonday\, March 27 | 6 – 8 p.m.\nMonday\, April 17 | 9 – 11 a.m.\nMonday\, May 15 | 6 – 8 p.m.\n\nRegister \nSeats are limited. Registration ends Monday\, March 20. \nLearn More\nTo learn more about the Spring 2023 Virtual Parent Café series\, view the event flyer. \nContact Shelley Chapin at schapin@pattan.net or (814) 574-6418 with questions.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/growing-your-strong-family-spring-2023-virtual-parent-cafes/2023-03-27/
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SUMMARY:Story time at The Hub!
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center for an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nWhere: \nThe Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\n7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15208 \nWhen: \nTuesdays from 10:30–11:15 a.m. \nFor more information\, contact Nicole Banner at nicole@tryingtogether.org. \nShare our flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/storytime-at-the-hub-2023/2023-03-28/
LOCATION:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center\, 7219 Kelly Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15208
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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/2023-03-28/
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SUMMARY:Prioritizing and Strengthening Early Childhood Systems
DESCRIPTION:Join the National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) and the Administration for Children and Families (ACF) for this webinar featuring Dr. Leah Austin\, the Chief Executive Officer at NBCDI\, and January Contreras\, the Assistant Secretary at ACF. \nIn this webinar\, speakers will address critical issues impacting Black children and families\, highlight strategies to resolve them\, and share the role their organizations play in that resolution. \nSession Details\nThursday\, March 30 | 12 – 1 p.m. \nVirtual \nRegister \nLearn More\nThis webinar is part of NBCDI’s Virtual Learning Series. The Virtual Learning Series is an opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations about early childhood education\, child welfare\, health and wellness\, and other issues impacting Black children and families. \nTo learn more\, visit the National Black Child Development Institute website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/prioritizing-and-strengthening-early-childhood-systems/
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SUMMARY:Advocate with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Join the Pennsylvania Child Care Association (PACCA) for this two-part webinar series on unlocking the mysteries of advocacy and winning investments in early childhood care and education. \nWebinar Details\nSession 1: Nuts and Bolts\nIn this session\, workshop leaders will discuss milestones in the PA budget process and timeline\, working within a larger strategy\, and approaching your “target.” Join to learn about identifying\, researching\, and approaching your legislators. \nThursday\, March 30 | 1 – 2:30 p.m. \nVirtual via Zoom \nRegister \nSession 2: Scheduled a Meeting. Now What?\nIn this session\, workshop leaders will review messaging recommendations\, explain the Early Learning PA (ELPA) “ask” for early childhood care and education\, and share adaptations of ELPA’s talking points for your use. \nThursday\, April 6 | 1 – 2:30 p.m. \nVirtual via Zoom \nRegister \nLearn More\nAn optional\, third session will be offered on Thursday\, April 27 from 1 to 2 p.m. This session is designed to help you to reflect and process your advocacy experiences. Join to get suggestions on advancing your advocacy. \nTo learn more\, visit the Advocate with Confidence page on the PACCA website.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/advocate-with-confidence/2023-03-30/
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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.   \nSession Details\nThursday\, July 6 | 1 – 4 p.m.\n\nLocation: Trying Together\, 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, Pa. 15217\nCost: $15\nInstructor: Elizabeth Foreman and Perrinda Sandiford\nRegister – Space is limited. Registration closes on July 4.\n\nTuesday\, July 18 | 5 – 8 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nInstructor: Theresa Hetler\nRegister – Space is limited. Registration closes on July 14.\n\nThursday\, August 3 | 6 – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nInstructors: Elizabeth Foreman and Katie Streiff\nRegister – space is limited. Registration closes on August 1.\n\nFriday\, September 1 | 1 – 4 p.m.\n\nLocation: Hug Me Tight Childlife Centers\, 1801 Centre Avenue\, Suite 100\, Pittsburgh\, Pa. 15219\nCost: $15\nInstructors: Holly Cessna and Katie Streiff\nRegister – space is limited. Registration closes on August 30.\n\nThursday\, September 7 | 6 – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nInstructors: Kathy Wolfe and Theresa Hetler\nRegister – space is limited. Registration closes on September 5.\n\nThursday\, October 5 | 6 – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nInstructors: Lindsey Vicoria and Katie Streiff\nRegister – space is limited. Registration closes on October 3.\n\nFriday\, October 20 | 1 – 4 p.m.\n\nLocation: Providence Family Support Center 3113 Brighton Road Pittsburgh\, PA 15212\nCost: $15\nInstructors: Perrinda Sandiford and Theresa Hetler\nRegister – space is limited. Registration closes on October 18.\n\nMonday\, November 6 | 6 – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nInstructor: Holly Cessna and Elizabeth Foreman\nRegister – Space is limited. Registration closes on November 3.\n\nTuesday\, December 12 | 6 – 9 p.m.\n\nLocation: Virtual\nCost: $15\nInstructor: Elizabeth Foreman and Katie Streiff\nRegister – Space is limited. Registration closes on December 8.\n\nMore Information\nCourse standards: child observation\, documentation\, and assessment. \nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Paige Kizior at paige@tryingtogether.org.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-2/
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SUMMARY:Collaborating for Inclusive Practices in Early Childhood: Focus on Attitudes and Beliefs
DESCRIPTION:This course looks at how our actions are shaped by our attitudes and beliefs\, and how societal attitudes and beliefs have shaped service systems. Participants will have opportunities to explore the benefits of inclusion for all children and all adults\, reflect on how their individual attitudes and beliefs were developed\, and how they impact their practice\, their colleagues and the service system. They will identify strategies teachers can use to create a sense of belonging for all children in the classroom\, explore perceptions about disability and reflect on how attitudes and beliefs impact early care and education practices. \nSession Details\n\n\nSession Date: March 30 | 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. \n\n\nLocation: 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15217 \n\n\nInstructor: Shawna Mohler and Jillian Miller \n\n\nStandards: Child Development and Learning in Context\, Professionalism as an Early Childhood Educator \n\n\nRegistration\nRegistration is now open. This session is eligible for 2 hours of PQAS and Act 48 credit. Registration closes on March 28\, 2023. \nMore Information\nFor questions about the course or credit\, contact Paige Kizior at paige@tryingtogether.org
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/collaborating-for-inclusive-practices-in-early-childhood-2/
LOCATION:Trying Together Home Office\, 5604 Solway Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15217\, United States
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SUMMARY:Deep Listening: Being Mindful of the Sound All Around
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop for early childhood and K12 educators presented by The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust\, you will learn to reframe the way you define music through mindfully exploring the sound of your environment and grounding yourself in the present moment. When we listen deeply and are present to what is in front of us right now\, we become more responsive as educators. \nThese practical exercises can be tools to use in the classroom to focus students\, explore music and sound in a new way\, or to center yourself as an educator and bring about our own best practices. \nWhen: Saturday\, April 1\, 2023 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. \nWhere: Trust Arts Education Center\, 807 Liberty Avenue\, Pittsburgh PA 15222 \nCost: $15 \nRegister \nIn this workshop\, you will practice: \n\nmindfulness\nsound meditation\nusing sound as a tool for grounding and focusing (for teachers and students\, especially those with differing needs/abilities)\ncollective sound composition\nsound hunting and exploring\nreflective practice\ncollectivity and collaboration\n\nBreakfast Included and ACT 48 Credit are available. For more information\, contact Trust Arts Education Center at 412-471-6079.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/deep-listening-being-mindful-of-the-sound-all-around/
LOCATION:Trust Arts Education Center\, 807 Liberty Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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SUMMARY:Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative Lytle Land / Elizabeth Street Parklet Clean-Up Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative\, Landforce\, Rising Tide\, and Hazelwood Initiative\, Inc. for a day of community clean up at Lytle Land and the Elizabeth Street Parklet. There will be jobs for all ages\, skill sets\, and abilities. \nLunch will be provided following the clean-up! Please email playfulpgh@tryingtogether.org if you have any questions about this community clean-up day. \nWhen: Saturday\, April 1\, 2023 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nWhere: Hazelwood\, 5113 Lytle Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15207 \nShare the flyer with your networks.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/playful-pittsburgh-collaborative-lytle-land-elizabeth-street-parklet-clean-up-day/
LOCATION:Lytle Land Park\, 5113 Lytle Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15207\, United States
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SUMMARY:A+ Schools and Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative Summer Opportunities Fair
DESCRIPTION:A+ Schools and the Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative will host a free Summer Opportunities Fair on Saturday\, April 1\, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. \nFamilies that attend can enjoy free lunch\, music\, and games while meeting vendors and summer program providers who will help families register for available slots. Opportunities for attendees include: \n\nRegistering for available summer programming.\nApplying on-site for summer\, part-time\, or full-time opportunities for teens and adults.\nGetting a head start on acquiring needed clearances for jobs.\n\nWhen: Saturday\, April 1st 11am – 3pm \nWhere: Manchester Academic Charter School (MACS)\, 1214 Liverpool St\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15233 \nThere will also be raffle baskets and other fun activities. Parking is free. \nTo sign up\, visit the event registration page. \nContact Nichole at nsims@aplusschools.org or call 412-256-8536 for more information or questions.
URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/a-schools-and-pittsburgh-learning-collaborative-summer-opportunities-fair/
LOCATION:Manchester Academic Charter School (MACS)\, 1214 Liverpool Street\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15233\, United States
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