Project R.U.N., fitUnited train runners for Pittsburgh kids marathon
Project R.U.N. and fitUnited have teamed up to increase physical activity by training kids to run the one-mile race on April 30th.
White House recognizes local STEM learning efforts
Pittsburgh-based organizations lead growing movement to bring STEM learning (science, technology, engineering and math) to America’s youngest children.
8 questions for local teen lit author Siobhan Vivian
Pittsburgh writer Siobhan Vivian readies for the launch of her new young adult novel, The Last Girl and Boy in The World, with a book signing at the Livermore on April 26th.
The Bartko Foundation empowers single moms in Pittsburgh
The Bartko Foundation provides financial support to help single, minority mothers in Pittsburgh achieve success and self-sufficiency.
The best ways for kids to enjoy Pirate games and Riverhounds games
Bring your A-game along on Pittsburgh family outings to Riverhounds games at Highmark Stadium and Pirates games at PNC Park with tips from parents who know the score.
How important is breakfast to our school kids? An Allies for Children report links breakfast to learning.
A recent report that tracks local schools serving breakfasts reveals the importance of a morning meal for students’ academic performance.
Millvale Community Library celebrates the heroes who made it happen
A Celebration of Learning and Innovation on April 15 will honor the champions of the Millvale Community Library.
Woolslair Mosaic builds “a mosaic of community” as it teaches kids valuable skills
The Woolslair Mosaic project teaches kids STEAM skills through a collaboration with the Pittsburgh Center for the Arts.
Barriers to breastfeeding exist despite education efforts
Because many new moms may be the first in their families to attempt to nurse for generations and often lack knowledge and breastfeeding resources, medical professionals say too few infants are reaping the lifelong health benefits of breastfeeding.
Three Rivers Milk Bank, the first in PA, now open and accepting donors
The Three Rivers Milk Bank, now fully opened and operational, is the first milk bank in Pennsylvania.
Celebrating 100 years of original art at the Pittsburgh Public Schools
Friends of Art is celebrating 100 years by returning the Pittsburgh Public Schools’ art collection to its original glory.