BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Trying Together - ECPv6.15.13//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Trying Together X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://tryingtogether.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Trying Together REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251230T111500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T162626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150028Z UID:21647-1767090600-1767093300@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2025-12-30/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T104500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145845Z UID:21536-1767175200-1767177900@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Tummy Time DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n  URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2025-12-31/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251231T130000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145506Z UID:21606-1767178800-1767186000@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2025-12-31/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260106T111500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T162626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150029Z UID:21648-1767695400-1767698100@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-01-06/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T104500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145848Z UID:21537-1767780000-1767782700@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Tummy Time DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n  URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-01-07/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T130000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145507Z UID:21607-1767783600-1767790800@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-01-07/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T200000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20251201T173347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T173347Z UID:22211-1768240800-1768248000@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Capturing Moments: Planning for and Conducting Classroom Observations DESCRIPTION:This session will introduce early education professionals to the importance and value of purposeful observation. Through discussions and activities\, instructors will describe and strategize ways to incorporate systematic and intentional observation into daily classroom experiences. \nParticipants will also discuss how observation can be used to support individual children and improve the overall quality of the learning environment. \nMore details for the class include: \n\nDate: January 12 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.\nCost: $20\nLocation: ZOOM\nRegister URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/capturing-moments-planning-for-and-conducting-classroom-observations-7/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-10.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T111500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T162626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150029Z UID:21649-1768300200-1768302900@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-01-13/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T200000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250827T180056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T180219Z UID:21903-1768330800-1768334400@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Home-Based Community Network DESCRIPTION:ELRC Region 5 will host a virtual Home-Based Community Network meeting for home-based providers in Allegheny County in January. \nLearn More\nThe purpose of the Home-Based Community Network is for for home-based providers in the county to develop a network of home providers that support each other. A stipend of $50 will be provided to participants. \nThe group will meet to collaborate and provide mutual support as well as celebrate and share their strengths and uniqueness with each other. \nThe group is aimed at Allegheny County family providers and home-based group providers. The free meeting will be held on Zoom from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Jan. 13. Registration is required. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/home-based-community-network-2/ CATEGORIES:Meeting ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/RedBalloonComePlay-BF073-1-scaled-e1643231309156.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T104500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145851Z UID:21538-1768384800-1768387500@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Tummy Time DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n  URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-01-14/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T130000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145508Z UID:21608-1768388400-1768395600@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-01-14/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T140000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20251222T210507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210507Z UID:22314-1768395600-1768399200@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-01-14/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T210000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250702T153451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T185957Z UID:21479-1768500000-1768510800@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:American Red Cross First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, CPR\, and AED Training - Hybrid DESCRIPTION:Trying Together and ELRC Region 5 are partnering to provide in person and hybrid First Aid\, Pediatric First Aid\, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR)\, and automated external defibrillator (AED) trainings to early childhood professionals. \nAbout the Course\nThis PQAS-certified in-person course provides life-saving skills in alliance with The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)’s Best Practices for Workplace First Aid Training Programs. \nCertification will be issued upon successful completion of the course. This certification is valid for two years. \nThe cost is $70. \nPLEASE NOTE: Successful course completion requires full participation in classroom and skill sessions\, as well as successful performance in skill and knowledge evaluations. \nParticipants will be conducting strenuous activities\, such as performing CPR on the floor. If you have a medical condition or disability that will prevent you from taking part in the skills practice sessions\, please let your instructor know so that accommodations can be made for the practice portion. The CPR and AED evaluations must be completed with the manikin on the ground. \nInformation for Hybrid Sessions\nThe online coursework for hybrid sessions must be completed prior to the in-person class. Access to the online coursework will be provided via email upon completion of registration. Allow yourself 3-4 hours to complete. We advise completing the online coursework at least 48 hours prior to your in-person course. You will need to provide proof of completion by providing a copy of your completion email either printed or on your mobile device of class in order to participate in the in-person class portion of the training. \nSession Details\n\nThursday\, Jan. 15 | Hybrid | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.\nHeartPrints\, 850 Cranberry Woods Drive #1227\, Room 2219\, Cranberry Township\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nTuesday\, Feb. 24 | Hybrid | 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, March 14 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nTrying Together\, 5604 Solway St.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nSaturday\, May 16 | Full Class | 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.\nElizabeth Seton Center (Brookline)\, 1900 Pioneer Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\n\nMonday\, June 1 | Hybrid | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nPitt CEC-Homewood\, 622 N. Homewood Ave.\, Pittsburgh\nRegister\nCost: $70\n\nQuestions?\nFor questions about the sessions\, contact Amanda Murphy at amanda@tryingtogether.org. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/american-red-cross-first-aid-pediatric-first-aid-cpr-and-aed-training-12-2026-01-15/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/230720-FACPR-BF-9rez.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260120T111500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T162626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150030Z UID:21650-1768905000-1768907700@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-01-20/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T104500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145854Z UID:21539-1768989600-1768992300@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Tummy Time DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n  URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-01-21/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T130000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145509Z UID:21609-1768993200-1769000400@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-01-21/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T193000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250529T164043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T162949Z UID:21340-1769020200-1769023800@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Growing Together | Reframing Children’s “Challenging” Behaviors DESCRIPTION:Join Trying Together virtually every third Wednesday of the month for professional development focused on frequently requested topics relevant to early childhood educators. The topic for January is Reframing Children’s “Challenging” Behaviors.\n \nParticipants can choose to attend any or all of the mini-sessions and registration is highly recommended. However\, participants can access any session using the Zoom link. \nClick here to register \n\nUpcoming sessions in the series include: \n\nFebruary 18\, 2026: Building and Maintaining Positive Relationships with Parents\nMarch 18\, 2026: Utilizing Your ELRC Quality Coach: What is Their Role  and How Can They Support You?\nApril 15\, 2026 Aligning Curriculum With Daily Practice\nMay 20\, 2026: The ELPES (Early Learning Program Engagement Specialists) Team: Who Are They and How Can They Support Providers?\nJune 17\, 2026 Child Development: Expectations vs. Reality \nJuly 15\, 2026 Navigating Public Policy and Systems\n\nEach session runs from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on the third Wednesday of the month. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/growing-together-monthly-mini-pd-for-educators-2026-01-21/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/3Z9A4612-e1748537604840.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250825T193802Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T221607Z UID:21888-1769245200-1769256000@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Introduction to ASQ-3 DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn how to use the ASQ-3 as a screening tool for children ages 3 months to 5 years. \nThe session provides information on why a developmental screening tool is administered in early childhood programs\, how to administer and score the screener\, strategies for sharing results with families of diverse backgrounds\, and supporting resources for making referrals to additional services if needed. \nThe public professional development will run from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday\, January 24. The course costs $30 and will be held on Zoom. \nLocation: Zoom \nCost: $30 \nRegister URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/introduction-to-asq-3-14/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/early-intervention-kids-playing.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T111500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T162626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150031Z UID:21651-1769509800-1769512500@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-01-27/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T104500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145856Z UID:21540-1769594400-1769597100@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Tummy Time DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n  URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-01-28/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20250708T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145510Z UID:21610-1769598000-1769605200@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-01-28/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T140000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20251222T210507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T210507Z UID:22315-1769605200-1769608800@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Let’s Chat About Early Language and Literacy Webinars DESCRIPTION:Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) and Early Intervention Technical Assistance (EITA) will co-host a series of four webinars on language and literacy development. \nLearn More\nThe webinars will provide resources to share with families and use in classrooms and centers. The free webinars will run from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. on the following dates: \n\n\nJanuary 14: Communication and the Growing Brain \n\n\nJanuary 28: The Vocabulary of Emotions \n\n\nFebruary 11: Embedding Language and Literacy Throughout the Day \n\n\nFebruary 25: Getting Creative with Writing Development  \n\n\nAttendees will be able to earn PQAS credit hours\, Infant Toddler hours\, and ACT48 hours. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/lets-chat-about-early-language-and-literacy-webinars-2/2026-01-28/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260130T120000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20251203T174918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T174918Z UID:22227-1769767200-1769774400@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Trauma Informed Classrooms: Supporting Children with Early Childhood Trauma DESCRIPTION:This course provides an in-depth exploration of trauma and its effects on child development and behavior. Participants will learn how trauma influences learning\, emotional regulation\, and interpersonal relationships. \nThrough interactive activities and case studies\, educators will gain practical strategies for creating trauma-informed classrooms that support all students. The course emphasizes recognizing signs of trauma\, responding with empathy\, and fostering a safe environment that promotes healing. \nBy the end\, participants will be equipped with the tools to better support the social and emotional needs of children\, ensuring a more inclusive and nurturing learning space. \nMore information: \n\nWhen: Friday\, January 30 from 10 a.m. to noon\nWhere: Pitt CEC-Homewood 622 N. Homewood Avenue\, Room 122\, Pittsburgh\nCost: $20\nRegister URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/trauma-informed-classrooms-supporting-children-with-early-childhood-trauma/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/educator_12_elrc_2024-large.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260202T160000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084107 CREATED:20251217T173858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T173858Z UID:22291-1770044400-1770048000@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-02/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PWB-2026-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T111500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084108 CREATED:20250708T162626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T150032Z UID:21652-1770114600-1770117300@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Story Time at the Hub DESCRIPTION:Story time at the Hub! is an interactive story time geared toward children birth to five years of age and their families! \nStory time runs from 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on Tuesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/story-time-at-the-hub/2026-02-03/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T104500 DTSTAMP:20251227T084108 CREATED:20250708T163017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145857Z UID:21541-1770199200-1770201900@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Tummy Time DESCRIPTION:Tummy Time provides caregivers and pre-walking infants an opportunity to socialize in a safe and welcoming setting. \nTummy Time runs from 10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. on Wednesdays at the Homewood Early Learning Hub and Family Center. \n  URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/tummy-time-2/2026-02-04/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T130000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084108 CREATED:20250708T163411Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T145512Z UID:21611-1770202800-1770210000@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Drop-In Playtime DESCRIPTION:Drop-in play hours offer a fun and safe space for children to grow\, learn\, and play while building social skills. Caregivers must stay with their children. The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center staff are available for support. \nDrop-in Playtime runs from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/drop-in-playtime/2026-02-04/ CATEGORIES:The Homewood Early Learning Hub & Family Center ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T203000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084108 CREATED:20251203T175717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T175717Z UID:22228-1770316200-1770323400@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:FLIP IT: Transforming “Challenging” Behavior in Young Children DESCRIPTION:FLIP IT® is a strategy that offers a simple\, kind\, strength-based\, commonsense\, and effective four step process to address children’s day to day challenging behaviors. \nThe four steps are embodied in the FLIP IT mnemonic which stands for F – Feelings\, L – Limits\, I – Inquiries\, and P – Prompts. FLIP IT is nothing new\, but transforms best practice into a strategy that is easy to remember\, applicable in a variety of challenging situations\, and portable. \nFLIP IT is most appropriate for children 3-8 years old. \nMore information: \n\nWhen: Thursday\, February 5 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $20\nRegister URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/flip-it-transforming-challenging-behavior-in-young-children/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-16.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T160000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084108 CREATED:20251217T173858Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T173858Z UID:22294-1770649200-1770652800@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Parenting While Black: A Family-to-Family Real Talk Series DESCRIPTION:Brazelton Touchpoints Center will celebrate Black History Month with a free\, four-part virtual conversation series by\, for\, and among Black parents. \nThis year\, the focus will be on Raising Black Children in the Digital Age: Culture\, Technology\, and Liberation. \nLearn More\nThrough a lens that centers on Black children’s experiences and futures\, the series will look at how parents\, educators\, and communities navigate the challenges and opportunities of our increasingly digital world while affirming Black children’s humanity\, agency\, and cultural heritage. \nThe conversations\, which each run an hour\, will be held on the following Mondays – February 2\, 9\, and 23\, and March 2 at 3 p.m. ET. \nThe series is designed to create an authentic and welcoming space for Black parents to share experiences and insights and build community. The webinars are moderated by Kimya Barden\, PhD\, a parenting scholar\, co-creator of The Speaker Shop\, and professor of Urban Community Studies at Northeastern Illinois University-Chicago \nEach webinar includes live Spanish-language translation and captioning. Those interested in attending the webinars can sign up online. URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/parenting-while-black-a-family-to-family-real-talk-series/2026-02-09/ CATEGORIES:Webinar ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/PWB-2026-Banner.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T193000 DTSTAMP:20251227T084108 CREATED:20251203T180410Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T180410Z UID:22229-1770661800-1770665400@tryingtogether.org SUMMARY:Supervision 101 DESCRIPTION:This session will give a foundational overview of supervision in licensed early childhood programs. Learning objectives will focus on the DHS Certification Regulations for child care in Pennsylvania. \nParticipants will be able to define supervision per the regulations. This session will also focus on ratio and discuss various scenarios for practical application. \nThis course is appropriate for both new early childhood professionals and those who might need a refresher on the vital importance of supervision. \nMore information \n\nWhen: Monday\, February 9 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.\nWhere: ZOOM\nCost: $10\nRegister URL:https://tryingtogether.org/event/supervision-101-4/ CATEGORIES:Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://tryingtogether.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/Trying-Together-19.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR