18 things to do in November for Pittsburgh families — many of them free!

So many things to do in November in Pittsburgh — check out this lineup!

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Advice from the founder of Peaceful Periods to help teen girls navigate their periods at school

You can help your teen girl feel comfortable about getting her period at school. Here’s how.

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Maker Monday: Kids will love creating yarn art

This Maker Monday art project can be modified for kids of any age. Check it out.

Math4Girls and KFIVE: Meet the local high schoolers offering free tutoring and learning support to younger students

Teen girls in the Pittsburgh area are finding powerful ways to help younger students with learning.

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5 Pittsburgh school districts will share their Parents as Allies innovations with the world at the HundrED Summit

The Parents as Allies team will share local innovations on a global stage. Details here.

Free upcoming events in the South Fayette Speakers Series put you up close with fascinating people

Don’t miss powerful live storytelling during the South Fayette Speaker Series.

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13 Pittsburgh weekend events sure to send shivers down your spine, from PetFest and Booseum to Pumpkin Palooza

These weekend events in Pittsburgh include something for everyone.

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Advice from Dr. G on talking to kids about the war in Israel

It’s not easy talking to kids about war. Local expert Dr. G. offers guidance.

Teen caffeine consumption is growing: What medical experts want you to know

Pittsburgh teens may be consuming much more caffeine than they — or their parents — realize. Here’s what it matters.

Reaching for the sky: These Pittsburgh teen drone pilots are gaining skills and friendships

Check out this Q&A teen drone pilots from around Pittsburgh.

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11 weekend events and free fun around Pittsburgh, including the circus and plenty of costumed festivities

Check out these weekend events (many of them free!) around Pittsburgh.

Pittsburgh students take the stage in professional ‘Les Mis’ at the Byham

See local students shine in this professional production from Pittsburgh Musical Theater, CAPA and the Cultural Trust.

Kids and comparison: We can’t shield them from it, but we can do THIS

Kids will always get compared to others. But parents can make sure they have plenty of room to develop exactly who they are.

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Maker Monday: Kids can make these glow-in-the-dark balloons

Maker Monday is back with a great project for Halloween or any time.

The Lullaby Project Pittsburgh is creating original music to help new parents cope with trauma

The Lullaby Project helps new parents create their own unique lullabies to help process their birth experience.

10 Pittsburgh events to keep families busy this weekend, from the Asian Lantern Festival to a Spooky Sonata

Check out this lineup of awesome Pittsburgh events happening this weekend.

Local communities planned for a brighter future at the Parents as Allies Sustainability Workshop

At the Parents as Allies Sustainability Workshop, local parents and educators built sustainability plans based on learnings from the past two years.

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Your child could receive a Kindness Grows Here grant: Here’s how

Pittsburgh kids can apply for Kindness Grows Here grants through Nov. 1.

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Maker Monday: Kids can make these easy, adorable night lights

Check out our easy, awesome Maker Monday projects: Details here.

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Violins of Hope brings Pittsburgh a rare opportunity to experience history

“A kinder, more tolerant community is what we’re working for,” says Pat Siger, co-chair of Violins of Hope Pittsburgh.