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Gwen’s Girls is growing, with powerful new programs and a new home in the works

Gwen’s Girls offers programs that empower girls, help with schoolwork and life skills, and create a place where they can be themselves.

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13 kid-friendly Pittsburgh events this weekend, including maple syrup making and a free STEAM party

Check out these kid-friendly events happening around Pittsburgh this weekend.

Welcome to Austin: Pittsburgh educators kick off a week of discovery at SXSW EDU

Pittsburgh is represented on the global stage at SXSW EDU this week. Get the details here.

Don’t miss the shows: Your guide to all the high school musicals in the Pittsburgh region

High school musicals are a great night out for Pittsburgh families. Check out this huge lineup of upcoming shows.

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Parents as Allies: New Castle’s schools are connecting with families in creative and caring ways

The Parents as Allies project has created new levels of connection between New Castle’s families and schools.

Maker Monday: Kids will love making these bouncing bubbles

Maker Monday is back with another super-cool project. Check this out.

Get the scoop on summer camps in the Pittsburgh area in this KDKA video interview

Looking for a Pittsburgh-area summer camp? We’ve got you!

Local treasures: Check out this national attention for the Children’s Museum and Heinz History Center

These Pittsburgh family favorites are getting much deserved attention.

Why do tweens behave the way they do? Find answers in this KDKA video.

Tween behavior can be confusing, but biology has some explanations. Check out this Talk Pittsburgh conversation.

10 family-friendly Pittsburgh events this weekend, from a celebration of seeds to a ‘chocolate walk’

Check out this lineup of family-friendly Pittsburgh events happening this weekend!

17 March events in Pittsburgh for families, from live theater to hands-on STEAM fun

Above image courtesy of Pittsburgh St. Patrick’s Day Parade. March in Pittsburgh can be a tempestuous month. Some days are warm and sunny, while others are dreary — and there’s […]

14 Pittsburgh summer camps for kids who love tech and science

There are Pittsburgh summer camps for every kid — including science and technology fans!

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Maker Monday: kids can make monogram “splatter art”

This Maker Monday project lets kids create personalized art they’ll love.

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Parents as Allies: Welcoming events and opportunities to connect at Charleroi schools 

Parents as Allies team members at Charleroi found that parents truly want to connect. They just may not know where to begin.

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Conversations in the Allderdice cafeteria led to the creation of Future Kings

“Terrell explained ‘Future King’ to me one day in the school cafeteria, and it stuck.”

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Global Links is changing lives locally and globally – and you can help

Global Links brings unused medical supplies from Pittsburgh to communities in need around the world.

Pittsburgh weekend guide: It’s time for Flamingo Fest, plus other fun family activities

This Pittsburgh weekend guide will point your family towards fun and a bit of learning, too!

How one local school brought Black History Month to life this year

Fashion, literature and history were all on display during this community-focused Black History Month event in Pittsburgh.

What every parent should know about eating disorders

One local family’s story, and the resources you need to learn about eating disorders.

Parents as Allies: In the shadow of difficult history, a community grows in Butler

Here’s how Broad Street families and teachers have built new and growing connections.

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