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7 fun (and mostly free!) things to do around Pittsburgh this weekend with kids

Fun in the sun and a bit of learning, too: It’s going to be a great weekend!

Expert advice on helping kids get creative with arts projects

How can parents help support their kids’ creativity around things related to the arts? 

Ideas from local experts on talking with kids about 9/11

Good advice from local experts and from our national partner Common Sense Media.

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9 of the coolest mini-golf courses in and around Pittsburgh

These are courses that go beyond the usual windmills and ponds to deliver a truly original game.

9 things to know about the reopening of the Children’s Museum and MuseumLab

To help keep up with many changes, this guide is all you need to know before your visit.

5 pick-your-own farms to visit for berries, cherries and even flowers

The whole family will enjoy a visit to these Pittsburgh-area pick-your-own farms.

11 social media red flags you should know about

Find out which social media features are cause for concern — no matter which app your kid is using. 

6 reasons school board elections require your attention

“If you don’t like what’s happening and you want to change things, it starts with you voting and reaching out to your neighbors to encourage them to do the same.”

7 practical tips for easing kids’ social media anxiety

Fear of missing out can make social media-using teens feel stressed. Here’s how you can help. 

Why a more diverse booklist for kids enhances reading for all races and genders

When kids are exposed to kids who are different from themselves, the experience leads to improved cognitive skills, including critical thinking and problem-solving.

30 Pittsburgh summer camps for a super 2021 season

These summer camps will be a match for every kind of kid.

8 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from bicycle tune-ups to submarine tours

Keep kids entertained, engaged and energized with these activities.

11 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from teddy bears to trolls

Ready, set, go have fun!

11 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from prehistoric sea creatures to free mini golf

This is a big week with lots of new and exciting things to do with kids.

5 waterpark resorts for (safe) family getaways from Pittsburgh

Area waterparks are working to maximize fun while minimizing Covid worries.

The ugly truth behind pretty pictures

Help your kids resist the Photoshop effect. 

8 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, including a penguin encounter

This week’s programming entices families with a cookie decorating class, a home theater experience and fanciful dance parties.

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.

10 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, including the Zoo reopening

Connect with nature, explore Black History and get busy with hands-on maker activities.

5 tips for picking your preschooler’s first TV shows

When you’re 2 or 3, every show is a new show. Read these tips for choosing titles you and your kids will love.