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10 great places where families can volunteer in Pittsburgh

Where can families volunteer together in Pittsburgh? Check out our guide!

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7 awesome things to do this weekend in Pittsburgh with kids, from Light Up Night to hiking with hot cocoa

Looking for things to do this weekend in Pittsburgh? We’ve got all the info right here!

Liberty K-5's Dia de los Muertos event_photo by Shannon Konek

Volunteering at school can make a big difference in your child’s education. Here’s how.

Great ideas for volunteering at schools in the Pittsburgh area — and why it can help your kids succeed!

9 awesome things to do this weekend, from creative workshops and bonding with animals to a food truck feast

Furry friends, animated arias and so much more: Here are the coolest things to do this weekend with kids in Pittsburgh.

The Highmark Christmas Tree Lighting will take place at 6 p.m. on Light Up Night (Nov. 20). Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership.

All the details about Light Up Night on Nov. 20, plus bonus fun Downtown the night before!

The Light Up Night celebration starts on Nov. 19 this year. Details here!

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Practical tips for easing kids’ social media anxiety

Our friends at Common Sense Media share great advice for helping kids handle social media anxiety.

Troupe Vertigo. Photo courtesy of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra.

Top 10 events for Pittsburgh kids in November

From stage shows to hiking with hot cocoa, here are 10 special events for Pittsburgh kids happening in November.

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6 ways your food choices can lower stress and support mental health

There are no magic foods for boosting your mood. But these ideas can help lower stress and support good mental health.

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8 fun (and free!) events for families this weekend, from outdoor adventures to indoor neuroscience

Looking for cool stuff to do this weekend with kids? Kidsburgh has you covered.

Grilled Cheese at Bier's Pub. Photo by Sally Quinn.

9 best places for grilled cheese sandwiches (the ultimate kid-friendly food!) in Pittsburgh

Hungry for grilled cheese, the ultimate kid-friendly food? Our friends at NEXT tracked down the top choices in Pittsburgh!

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Using Google Classroom: Check out Common Sense Media’s guide to learn all about it

Are your kids using Google Classroom? Then you should know how to use it, too.

8 awesome things to do this weekend (most of them free!) with kids in Pittsburgh

We’ve gathered a list of cool ideas for weekend fun just for Pittsburgh families.

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10 great local farms for pumpkin-picking, hayrides and all kinds of fall fun

Check out our list of great pumpkin-picking farms offering tons of fall fun all around the Pittsburgh region!

30 (not scary) kid-friendly events for Halloween fun in Pittsburgh

Halloween in Pittsburgh can be all about silly fun instead of creepy terror with these kid-friendly events.

2 quick and easy weeknight recipes from Pittsburgh chefs

Two talented Pittsburgh chefs (who are also parents!) offer fast, easy weeknight meals that take the stress out of family dinnertime.

13 can’t-miss October events for kids in Pittsburgh

From free events to the hottest tickets in Pittsburgh, here’s what’s happening in October.

8 festivals, free events and cool things to do this weekend with kids

From outdoor events and fun festivals to the ultimate celebration of pierogies, Pittsburgh has the whole family covered this weekend.

4 simple ways to help kids (and parents) get more organized this year

UPMC’s Amanda Ozanich shares practical strategies for getting organized and making bedtime routines and school mornings smoother for the whole family.

Kidsburgh Learning Guide: Helping young people use their voices

Is your child is passionate about social issues or looking to have a voice in their community? There are many ways to support that goal right here in Pittsburgh. 

4 fall arts festivals near Pittsburgh that your family won’t want to miss

Fall arts and crafts festivals are back. Here are four great picks.