Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania facing challenges to fulfill its mission
Details on the past, present and future of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Western Pennsylvania.
Community Impact Grants to 40 local nonprofits can help Pittsburgh families
These 40 Community Impact Grants support environmental justice, education and social equity in Pittsburgh. Details here
Freeman Family Farm is boosting Manchester one crop at a time
The Freeman Family Farm is lifting up Pittsburghers.
Take a look at the Carnegie Library’s 12 Best Books for Babies
It’s here: the 2022 Best Books for Babies list from CLP.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre steps out in the Open Air and dances Ballet Under the Stars
Details here about the Open Air: A Series in Celebration of the Performing Arts (June 9-12) and the annual Ballet Under the Stars showcase (June 26).
Amy Haralson Kienle is here to help families as the first woman to lead YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh
“The Y is unique because there are a lot of people like me who got into it and never left because we are so passionate about the work.”
Advice from experts on talking with kids about mass shootings
Talking with kids about shootings can be difficult. These ideas and resources can help.
Career expo at Ross Park Mall this weekend promises interactive exhibits for kids interested in STEM fields
Interactive presentations will expose attendees to local job opportunities in the STEM fields. Parents and kids are welcome!
3 Rivers Outdoor Co. to rent kayaks, paddleboards and even hammocks at new location in Aspinwall
“We’ve got these beautiful rivers right here. You don’t have to drive an hour to go to a state park. It’s an urban wild experience.”
What new things can you expect when Kennywood opens? Details here.
Kennywood’s (almost) open! Check out what’s on tap for this summer.
The Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books is coming in May: Here are the details
Literacy fun for the whole family! Check out these details on the Greater Pittsburgh Festival of Books.
Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit features acclaimed writers Damon Young, Deesha Philyaw, Brian Broome
The virtual Pittsburgh Racial Justice Summit happens Jan. 21 beginning at 7 p.m. Details here.
36 nonprofits get a boost from new Small and Mighty grants: Can one of them help you?
These Small and Mighty grants will help dozens of nonprofits do more for the Pittsburgh region. Check out the full list.
Shepherd’s Heart Fellowship in Uptown responds to homeless crisis with new women’s shelter
This new homeless shelter in Pittsburgh has 24 beds for women and space to handle overflow when needed.
Sala Udin, Pittsburgh Public Schools’ new board president, wants to focus on healing and search for a superintendent
The Pittsburgh Public Schools board is ready to move on after facing the challenges of the pandemic and the resignation of Anthony Hamlet as superintendent.
Chill Project opens first space for elementary students in Carnegie
Each Chill Room comes with an AHN-licensed counselor or social worker who is there full-time to help students.
First Tee opens Arnold Palmer Learning Center in Schenley Park
The Learning Center will help First Tee mentor thousands of local kids each year.
Love Mister Rogers? You can buy the house where he once lived
Pittsburghers have the distinct pleasure of saying they live in Mister Rogers’ neighborhood. But few can say they live in his house.
Top 10 events for Pittsburgh kids in March
This month brings a wonderful collection of events, from family dance parties to a free cookie decorating class.
11 top January events for kids in Pittsburgh
The new year breaks open with lots of cool things to do with kids