March 2, 2023 Front Porch: Brilliant Bilingual Preschoolers Do you ever wonder how young children can learn, not only one, but two or more languages? Join the Office of Head Start and its National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning for this webinar, and learn about the human capacity to learn multiple languages in early childhood. Attendees will discover the cultural and cognitive benefits of bilingualism and explore strategies and resources that can help support children who are dual language learners during the preschool years. This webinar will have English and Spanish captioning. Session Details Thursday, March 16 | 3 – 4 p.m. Virtual Register Learn More This webinar will feature Marley Jarvis, Ph.D. from the National Center on Early Childhood Development, Teaching, and Learning, who will explore research findings on early language learning. To learn more about this webinar, visit the Office of Head Start website.
January 14, 2022 LinkedIn for Job Seekers Join the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh for a virtual information session to learn about LinkedIn. Registration is available on the library website. Learn the ins and outs of LinkedIn, a social media platform that helps people connect with professional opportunities. LinkedIn is a powerful social media site, but it can be daunting for people that haven’t used it before. Participants will discuss what LinkedIn is, why they may want to utilize it for your job search, and how to reap some of the benefits.
May 27, 2020 Growing Together: Lunch & Learn Series Join the Women & Girls Foundation, Pathways PA, and MomsRising on Fridays at noon for a “lunch and learn” series to discuss how families are adapting, how communities can come together to support each other during this time, and what resources are available to help families thrive. About Every week presenters will discuss a hot topic for working people and families, including paid leave, eldercare, parenting young kids, and more. Stop by to connect to resources, ask questions, meet others, and share what you’re experiencing. Supporting Our Elders During COVID-19 | June 5, 2020 | Special Guest: AARP Parenting Young Kids During COVID-19 | June 19, 2020 | Special Guests: Trying Together and PennAEYC Registration To register and learn more, visit the event webpage.
January 15, 2020 Breastfeeding Class Are you interested in learning more about breastfeeding? Attend Breastfeeding Classes at The Midwife Center for Birth & Women’s Health in Pittsburgh! About Whether this is your first baby or you have breastfed before, if you want to learn more about the new information available about breastfeeding, join The Midwife Center for their fun, informal classes. Partners are encouraged to attend, as well as any other family members. Classes designed for women who are between the 33rd and 37th week of pregnancy. Classes will feature information on: breast care and problems; positioning and latch-on; how often and how long to nurse; how to determine if your baby is getting enough; pumping and storing milk; and more! Registration To register for a Breastfeeding Class, download the Class Registration Form or call 412.321.6880. Please note that a scholarship fund is available for people who meet the income requirements. More Information For more information, visit The Midwife Center website.
October 25, 2019 What’s It Really Worth? How to Run a Profitable Child Care Business In this professional development course, participants will learn the basic principles of operating the business of a child care program. Strategies to maximize profits and minimize expenses, public funding sources, and STARS participation effects will be highlighted. This session is intended for program directors of centers, family child care homes, and group child care homes. Course Timeline: November 11 – December 9, 2019 CKC: D8.4 C2, D8.2 C3, D8.7 Keystone STARS Alignment: LM. 2.1 / CDA:5 and 6 Four professional development hours available after completion. Limited spaces are available. Questions For more information on how to register, contact Jasmine Davis at 412.567.3933 or jasmine@tryingtogether.org. Share this flyer with your network. Registration To register, complete the form below.
September 26, 2019 Lunch & Learn: ABC CREATE & Pre-Service Education Educators and innovators are invited to join Remake Learning on October 8 for “Lunch & Learn: ABC CREATE & Pre-Service Education.” About In this session, participants will explore things higher education institutions are doing to immerse pre-service teachers in different ways of thinking and teaching that parallel the work happening in K-12 institutions. Through this, Remake Learning hopes to build connections and understanding to propel the region’s pre-service teachers forward. Lunch will be provided with a vegetarian option. Register To register, visit the Eventbrite page. More Information For any questions or concerns, email ani@remakelearning.org.
July 16, 2019 Parent-Child Interaction Are you looking to engage in an educational experience with your young child? Join other caregivers and their young children for creative STEM-based activities. Together, parent and child will interact with each other and socialize with other families to grow, learn, and play! Learn More To learn more, contact Neil Walker at 412.728.2892 or neil@tryingtogether.org. Share this flyer with your network.
June 3, 2019 Lunch & Learn: Prenatal Summer Classes Join the MAYA Organization on Wednesdays this summer for their Prenatal Lunch & Learn series. About Expectant mothers are invited to learn about healthy pregnancy, infant care, and self-care in this summer Lunch & Learn series. Classes will be held on Wednesdays, June 19 through July 17, from 10:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Participants that complete the Eight Core Class series in four weeks will earn a car seat or pack’n’play upon completion. Series Schedule Classes will be held on the following dates at the Maya Organization headquarters: June 19 June 26 July 3 July 10 July 17 Learn More To learn more and register online, visit the event Facebook page. To RSVP via phone or email, contact 412.945.7670, extension 103 or christy@mayaorganization.org. Share this flyer with your network.
Buzzword Pittsburgh: Talk & Play in Hazelwood Join Buzzword Pittsburgh on Wednesday, June 19 for Talk & Play in Hazelwood! This event is free for learners ages five and under, with their caregivers, and will include activities that enhance vocabulary and literacy skills. Dinner will be provided. More Information For more information, contact Jan Jones at jan@tryingtogether.org. Share this flyer with your network.
May 30, 2019 Senator John Heinz History Center: Kids Enter Free! During the month of June, kids enter for FREE each Sunday at the Senator John Heinz History Center! This opportunity is available thanks to UPMC. About On Sundays in June, all children ages 17 and under receive free admission to see the History Center’s six floors of award-winning exhibitions and interactive learning spaces. Families are invited to zoom down a 12-foot spiral “Liberty Tune” slide, throw an epic touchdown pass to legendary Steelers, explore the Neighborhood of Make-Believe featuring the original set and puppets from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” and so much more! If you punch your stamp card on all six floors, you’ll even receive a free Heinz pickle pin! Regular admission fees apply to all adults. Learn More To learn more, visit the History Center’s event page! For questions, call 412.454.6000.
