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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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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
For Good
Winners of 8th Annual Repurposed Doodad Competition now online
Doodads also on display at Tampa International Airport
Kathy Durdin
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
Feature Story
From Country Roads to COVID Woes: How one musical family is sheltering in place
Dave Scheiber
Tuesday, April 14, 2020
For Good
Pinellas collaborative launches fund for local artists hurt by COVID-19
Thursday, April 9, 2020
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Time to create your own Corona Cooking Club as families gather in kitchens
Amy Hammond
Tuesday, April 7, 2020
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How you can access and support local arts while social distancing
Caitlin Albritton
Monday, April 6, 2020
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Why cook for Passover and Easter this year when you could do takeout?
Kendra Langlie
Thursday, April 2, 2020
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What to do while at home due to coronavirus? Make the most of time
Lisa Brock
Tuesday, March 31, 2020
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COVID-19 update: Solutions designed to help bridge Tampa Bay through this crisis
Pamela Varkony
Monday, March 23, 2020
Feature Story
Global connections: New social enterprise teaches kids real-world skills
Janan Talafer
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
Innovation News
New SPACEcraft art hubs to travel Pinellas over 2 years
Caitlin Albritton
Tuesday, March 3, 2020
For Good
Need $$ help to go to HCC? Donors step up scholarship support
Amy Hammond
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
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#GMF2020 rocks downtown Tampa March 7-8
Caitlin Albritton
Tuesday, February 25, 2020
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For Good: Youth soccer initiative aims to level playing field for low-income families
Julie Garisto
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
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Make it count: How Census 2020 benefits the Tampa Bay Area
Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez
Tuesday, February 18, 2020
For Good
Instruments 4 Life: Taking kids from Hot Cross Buns to empowerment
Tuesday, February 4, 2020
For Good
8th Annual Doodad Repurposed Sculpture Competition focuses on plastics
Free student workshops in February; display in March
Caitlin Albritton
Monday, February 3, 2020
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Give the gift of shared experiences this holiday season
Julie Garisto
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
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