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Kristine Sorensen

@kristinekdka

KDKA Anchor & Reporter, Wife of Marty Griffin, Mom of 3, Fan of Pittsburgh!

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I know your kids are looking forward to winter break, but what about you? Whether you’re working or your kids are getting bored a week in, Kidsburgh has put together a great list of places where kids can keep busy during winter break in Pittsburgh. kidsburgh.org/9-places-where…

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Former Steeler Charlie Batch and Tasha Batch are known for their incredible work in the community with the Best of the Batch Foundation. In this season of giving, they’re sharing what the holiday means to them and how you can help those in need.  kidsburgh.org/guest-editors-…

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No parent wants to hear “I’m bored” on winter break. Here are 4 DIY projects that will keep your kids busy while they’re home from school! I love that these projects are fun and can be used as a teaching tool. #kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/pbs-kids-offer…

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Get your kids moving this winter! Attack Theatre is offering a program next week for kids in grades K-5 called Movement Makers. They’ll explore dance, visual art and creative play. The program takes place from 1-3pm, starting on December 27. attacktheatre.com/movement-makers

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While we wait for snow to fall this December, now is a perfect time to sign up to hit the slopes at Boyce Park. And I’m not talking about skiing – the park is offering an intro to snowshoeing! Kids 5 and up can participate with an adult. anc.apm.activecommunities.com/alleghenyparks…

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A team from CMU has created a device to help kids with autism. The team, Girls of Steel, designed BuzzBand, a wearable device that helps with the sensory and physical challenges of exercise. The team was just awarded a grant from MIT!#kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/girls-of-steel…

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KIck off the New Year right with fun indoor and outdoor events that are sure to keep you from just hibernating all winter long! From penguins on parade to hands-on workshops, here are ten family-friendly events you can’t-miss! #kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/10-top-events-…

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If your family loves Pixar films, then don’t miss the final week for Emotions at Play, the interactive exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh, featuring Inside Out. The hands-on exhibit focuses on five emotions that are featured in the film. pittsburghkids.org/emotionsatplay

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A new survey shows that 92% of child care centers across Pennsylvania are reporting staffing shortages. In this Kidsburgh report, we look at why the challenges exist and what it will take to provide a long-term solution. #kidsburghpgh pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2021/12/22/chi…

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Don’t let the cold weather get you down! There’s plenty for your family to enjoy this first full weekend in 2022, from skiing and RV’ing to riding dinosaurs. Here’s your guide to this weekend in Pittsburgh from Kidsburgh. #kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/5-cool-events-…

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Do your kids love trains? I know so many kids and adults love model trains, and here’s a fun event for them. The Carnegie Science Center is hosting Locomotion Weekend. It all takes place on January 15-16. #kidsburghpgh carnegiesciencecenter.org/events/locomot…

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More green space is coming to the city of Pittsburgh! Over 300 acres, across 11 neighborhoods will become six new parks. Perfect for hiking, these seldom used spaces will become a part of the community, falling under the Citiparks department. #kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/6-new-parks-in…

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As we move close to spring, the Senator John Heinz History Center wants you & your kids to “Hop into History”.Their new interactive program helps kids discover the history of Pittsburgh’s architecture, food, pop art and jazz music with hands-on activities. heinzhistorycenter.org/events

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As a parent, we often want to get engaged in our child's school and help him or her enjoy their education, but it's often not easy to do for lots of reasons. I'm excited to lead a webinar about this. eventbrite.com/e/webinar-why-…+

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Before the snow hits, enjoy all the activity that Pittsburgh has to offer this weekend! Kidsburgh is sharing 6 fun events, from Polar bears to wild flowers, skating, Locomotion and more. #kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/polar-bears-wi…

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Kidsburgh’s new Winter Entertainment Guide is packed full of events that will keep your restless kids entertained all season long. #kidsburghpgh kidsburgh.org/winter-enterta…

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This Kidsburgh Hero scored a home run with this idea! Clark Ehman of the North Side started a baseball equipment collection that will help young players in the Dominican Republic and Venezuela who are in need of gear. kidsburgh.org/kidsburgh-hero…

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.President Donald J. Trump has been told of the bridge collapse in Pittsburgh. Our team is in touch with state and local officials on the ground as they continue to gather information about the cause of the collapse.

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Did you know that kids with learning disabilities have the highest dropout rate? Mentorship can be such a life changing resource for these kids. A great program is connecting local students with mentors from the University of Pittsburgh.   pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2022/01/26/kid…

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Have your kids talked about death? As a parent, it can be instinctive to want to shield them from the topic, but through the pandemic, it’s easy to understand the interest. The Yale Child Study Center is actually encouraging the conversation. kidsburgh.org/if-children-ar…