Project R.U.N., fitUnited train runners for Pittsburgh kids marathon

Project R.U.N. and fitUnited have teamed up to increase physical activity by training kids to run the one-mile race on April 30th.

White House recognizes local STEM learning efforts

Pittsburgh-based organizations lead growing movement to bring STEM learning (science, technology, engineering and math) to America’s youngest children.

How important is breakfast to our school kids? An Allies for Children report links breakfast to learning.

A recent report that tracks local schools serving breakfasts reveals the importance of a morning meal for students’ academic performance.

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11 music programs helping Pittsburgh youth break into the biz

Whether your kid is a budding performer, audio engineer, conductor or show promoter, Pittsburgh offers countless musical opportunities to explore and develop technical and creative talents.

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Find out how Pittsburgh is revolutionizing learning at Remake Learning Days

Remake Learning Days will feature over 250 events, most of them free or low-cost, from May 9th through May 15th.

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The Kidsburgh guide to the best story times in Pittsburgh

From libraries and book stores to more nontraditional venues, our Pittsburgh story time guide is parent tested and kid approved.

9 martial-arts studios we love for pre-K kids

Kidsburgh offers a roundup of nine local studios that cater to Pittsburgh’s youngest karate kids.

10 heart-healthy ideas for winter fun in Pittsburgh

Kidsburgh’s guide to wintry ways for keeping kids healthy and active, both indoors and outdoors.

Parenting with cancer: CLIMB supports Pittsburgh families

Kids and teens who have parents with cancer can bravely face big family changes through a new six-week support group.

Innovative Pittsburgh Parks Rx prescribes outdoor activity for numerous benefits

Kids enjoy the health perks of Pittsburgh’s parks, thanks to the new Pittsburgh Parks Rx program.

6 top maker spaces in Pittsburgh for kids

Our top six maker spaces in Pittsburgh is a great resource for your kids as they get into the maker movement.

Top 10 Kidsburgh News Stories of 2015

Welcome to our year-end roundup of what Kidsburgh readers found most newsworthy in 2015. Free activities, accessible playgrounds, new playspaces and dancing all seem to be favorites for Kidsburgh readers in top 10 news.

Frick Environmental Center

Family-friendly Frick Environmental Center opens doors for kids in 2016

The Frick Environmental Center opens next year with family-friendly amenities and expanded kids’ programming.

Fun things to do with kids over the holiday break

The holiday break offers plenty of fun things to do with kids, from a spectacular light show to the Mess Fest.

United for Children event announcement

“United for Children” plan expands United Way kids’ programs

United Way of Allegheny County released their strategic 5-year plan, “United for Children,” December 3.

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New “412 Youth Zone” offers a central hub for homeless and foster youth

By the end of this month, Pittsburgh will have a central place for homeless and youth aging out of foster care to go that addresses their needs: the newly named 412 Youth Zone.

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9 free (and almost-free) cold weather activities for kids and families

When it’s cold outside, Pittsburgh has plenty to keep families busy at little or no cost. Kidsburgh offers nine “free and almost free” cold weather activities for kids.

PA People Count campaign spotlights nonprofits’ struggle with state budget impasse

PA People Count aims to highlight the impact that the Pennsylvania budget stalemate is having on human services programs, including those that aid children and families.

New Pennsylvania Women Work program helps kids by helping parents

Pittsburgh-based organization Pennsylvania Women Work has launched a new program for young, low-income parents.

Smart Cities: Fred Rogers exemplified Pittsburgh’s innovative mindset

Pittsburgh’s “special sauce,” the thing that makes it unique, is its people. Fred Rogers was a shining example.