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Public libraries provide air-conditioned spaces for kids and families to escape the summer heat.
Diane Egner
Soccer leagues are a popular outdoor sport in neighborhoods throughout the Tampa Bay Area.
Diane Egner
Tampa Mini Maker Faire at Glazer Childrens Museum July 27, 2019
Topher Morrison
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Getting a whole body experience during summer camp at the Morean Arts Center.
Courtesy of Morean Arts Center
The Creative Pinellas Arts Summer Camp Grant program is currently accepting applications.
Creative Pinellas
Play it Forward assists with soccer equipment and fees so every child, regardless of family income, can play.
Courtesy of Tampa Bay United Rowdies
The Glazer Children's Museum is among the string of museums along the Tampa Riverwalk (2019).
Photo by Diane Egner
Maia Shockley has a genetic disease called SMA (spinal muscular atrophy) that weakens her muscles.
Courtesy of the Shockley family
Foundation for Community Driven Innovation.
Kids fingerpainting at Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa.
Topher Morrison
Creative Play Preschool will reopen August 12, but with a completely new concept built around outdoor learning and fun.
Courtesy of Creative Play Preschool
Social distancing for in-person classes means fewer students and more one-on-one instruction.
Courtesy of Morean Arts Center
AMIkids’ program, Breaking Barriers, helps police and youth foster healthy communication, mutual trust, and understanding.
Courtesy of AMIKids
Online learning works well for some kids while others fall behind.
Courtesy of United Way Suncoast
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Monday, August 17, 2020
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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Stageworks Theatre goes virtual until audience can return
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Tuesday, August 11, 2020
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Brought to you by the Poynter Institute for Media Studies
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Backpack to School virtual spelling bee benefits families at Metropolitan Ministries
Amy Hammond
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Pandemic sparks creative solutions for challenging pet needs in Tampa Bay Area
Tyler Killette
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
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Leslie Farrell
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
Source:
University Area CDC on YouTube
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Disrupt the Bay targets pediatric cancers, childhood diseases
Diane Egner
Tuesday, July 7, 2020
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On the ground in North Tampa: What more is needed?
Diane Egner
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
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Youth voices: Time to speak up for equality and justice
Carson "Cowboy'' Dixon
Friday, June 5, 2020
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What to expect when you’re expecting in the time of COVID-19
Dr. Bruce Shephard
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
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With schools closed, community steps up to feed hungry kids
Volunteers distribute meals to feed about 550 children
Janan Talafer
Tuesday, May 19, 2020
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Meet Maia Shockley, an award-winning artist with special talent
Kathy Durdin
Saturday, April 18, 2020
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Looking forward to life after we escape COVID-19 isolation
A retired teacher shares her thoughts
Jennifer Keeler
Friday, April 17, 2020
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Winners of 8th Annual Repurposed Doodad Competition now online
Doodads also on display at Tampa International Airport
Kathy Durdin
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
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From Country Roads to COVID Woes: How one musical family is sheltering in place
Dave Scheiber
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
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Pinellas collaborative launches fund for local artists hurt by COVID-19
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Time to create your own Corona Cooking Club as families gather in kitchens
Amy Hammond
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