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. About the Course This 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 […]

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is hosting storytime events in July and August in which children can develop literacy skills and take part in fun activities. Learn More The 30-minute events will combine stories, songs and action rhymes. Families will meet new friends and develop early literacy skills. The events are aimed at children from […]

Pre-K for PA and Start Strong PA will host an upcoming webinar on early learning initiatives in the state. Learn More The Working Together Webinar will focus on several topics relating to early learning in the state, including: Early learning in the 2024-25 state budget Follow up and response to state policymakers Federal advocacy update […]

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! Where: The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center 7219 Kelly Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208 When: Tuesdays from 10:30–11:15 a.m. For more information, contact Nicole Banner […]

Pennsylvania Head Start Association's Region III Regional Office will host an event in late August on serving families experiencing homelessness and other issues. Learn More Serving Special Populations will cover the topics of families experiencing homelessness, foster care, incarcerated parents, and refugees. Participants will engage in topical discussions to gain a deeper understanding of issues […]

Building collaborative relationships is among the most important responsibilities for teachers, principals, and other K-6 education professionals. The Brazelton Touchpoints Center is offering a course on how to strengthen collaborations with families, even when educators and family members have different points of view. Learn More The Touchpoints in Schools course consists of 22 training hours, […]

The Book Babies Storytime mobile will drop by Homewood's Hub & Family Center every Wednesday until the fall. Learn More Sponsored by Reading is Fundamental Pittsburgh, Book Babies provides dedicated story time for children. It also encourages play, nurturing and activities such as crafts. Caregivers share tips and resources along with companionship. Book Babies highlights […]

The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh will host three upcoming voter registration celebrations at its Family Support Centers in August. Learn More The events will combine music, food, and a chance to register to vote or update voter registration. The three events will be held on: Aug. 28, noon to 3 p.m. at Northview Heights, […]

Brazelton Touchpoints Center will host a workshop series on how culture and bias may affect when and how we experience conversations as challenging. Learn More Navigating Challenging Conversations is a three-part workshop series that will discuss how perspectives and roles may influence one’s understanding of those of the children, families, and colleagues with whom one […]

The University of Pittsburgh's Theiss Training Center for Trauma and Early Childhood Mental Health is hosting a three-part online course on trauma in August and September. Learn More The three-part virtual training series on Trauma Proficient Practiced is designed specifically for professionals working with young children and their families in early childhood settings. The series […]

Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) will host its summer 2024 training series in six sessions in June, July, and August. Learn More The professional development series will incorporate Weikart Youth Methods workshops - including a new social-emotional learning course - as well as two opportunities around child abuse and neglect. This year's series includes: […]

The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh will host three upcoming voter registration celebrations at its Family Support Centers in August. Learn More The events will combine music, food, and a chance to register to vote or update voter registration. The three events will be held on: Aug. 28, noon to 3 p.m. at Northview Heights, […]

Building collaborative relationships is among the most important responsibilities for teachers, principals, and other K-6 education professionals. The Brazelton Touchpoints Center is offering a course on how to strengthen collaborations with families, even when educators and family members have different points of view. Learn More The Touchpoints in Schools course consists of 22 training hours, […]

Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) will host its summer 2024 training series in six sessions in June, July, and August. Learn More The professional development series will incorporate Weikart Youth Methods workshops - including a new social-emotional learning course - as well as two opportunities around child abuse and neglect. This year's series includes: […]

The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh will host three upcoming voter registration celebrations at its Family Support Centers in August. Learn More The events will combine music, food, and a chance to register to vote or update voter registration. The three events will be held on: Aug. 28, noon to 3 p.m. at Northview Heights, […]

The Carnegie Science Center will host a Kamin Family Free Day on Sept. 1. Learn More Visitors can celebrate the end of summer with free general admission at the center, courtesy of Dan and Carole Kamin. There will be four floors of interactive exhibits as well as hands-on, outdoor activities for MessFest. Visitors can: Create […]