PA Residents Can Download Free ConnectEBT Mobile App

Pennsylvania residents who use electronic benefit transfer (EBT) cards can download a free, secure ConnectEBT mobile app.

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Pittsburgh Organizations to Host Back-to-School Supply Events in August

Parents and teachers seeking back-to-school supplies have numerous options in August in the Pittsburgh region.

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CitiParks Will Open Cooling Centers in August for Temperatures Above 90 Degrees

CitiParks will open its cooling centers for Pittsburgh residents to cool off if the temperatures rise above 90 degrees in August.

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PA Promise for Children Lists 10 Books for Children About Doing Laundry

PA Promise for Children has released a list of 10 books for children that feature the theme of doing laundry.

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Resources for August Observances

Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources can help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and identify them.

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Thriving Kids Newsletter Discusses How to Promote Good Behavior in Children

The Child Mind Institute recently kicked off its Thriving Kids newsletter with the topic of how to promote good behavior in children.

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Kidsburgh Article Encourages Caregivers to Talk to Children About Race

A new Kidsburgh article posits that not only is it beneficial to talk to young children about issues revolving around race - but it can be harmful not to do so.

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Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh Offers Monthly Virtual Storytime

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh will release a new Virtual Storytime every month on its website that also includes songs and activities.