1 - Mental health challenges of teens and adolescents. Previewing a story I have on KDKA afternoon news tomorrow.
2 - Saturday, April 30: Kids Marathon and Pittsburgh 5K Run, beginning at 8 a.m.
Whether you’re running or just cheering on runners, the marathon is one of the very best free family events in Pittsburgh. Kick off the weekend of races with the UPMC Health Plan / UPMC Sports Medicine Pittsburgh 5K Run, where 3.1 miles of city streets await you, and you’ll get to cross the official DICK’S Sporting Goods Pittsburgh Marathon weekend finish line in the heart of Downtown Pittsburgh. Details on the 5K here. And don’t miss the Sheetz Toddler Trot and the Chick-fil-A Pittsburgh Kids Marathon, beginning at 9:30 a.m. The one-mile Kids Marathon and the Toddler Trot are great ways for kids and their families to participate in the Marathon weekend fun. Just be sure to sign up by the deadline: Registration for Saturday events closes at 8 p.m. on Friday night.
3 - Get your tickets now for the EQT Children’s Theater Festival, Downtown -May 14-15:
We’re so excited that our favorite family festival returns in person this year. The EQT Children’s Theater Festival presents seven shows from around the world that are aimed at kids from toddlers to tweens. Jay and Will Grimmz bring their hip-hop, story dance to “Grimmz Fairytales” for ages 6 and older. Acrobatics and humor are at the heart of “Pss Pss” for ages 8 and older. Babies from 6 to 18 months will be entertained while exploring at “Flutter.” Tickets are $12 per show, with discounts for multiple shows. Beyond the paid stage performances, the festival offers a wealth of free entertainment and activities throughout the Cultural District. The experience is one your kids will love.
Always remember to look at everything at www.kidsburgh.org