“I never thought it would happen, and you wouldn’t think it to look at me, but I’m on food stamps. When I grocery shop I travel to a different neighborhood from where I live. It doesn’t help when I wear a fur coat…”
February Policy Roundup: Farm Bill, State budget, and a progressive agenda for Pittsburgh
Here are the take-aways from the federal, state, and local policy issues we’re working on this month: the winners and losers in this month’s passing of the U.S. Farm Bill, what Gov. Corbett’s budget means for struggling Pennsylvanians, and Mayor Peduto and Pittsburgh United’s plan for a better Pittsburgh.
The 2014 Empty Bowls will have fun clay crafts!
Despite the seriousness of the cause, the Empty Bowls fundraiser to fight hunger has always been a family-friendly event. This year will be more fun than ever with opportunities for kids – and adults! – to explore their creative side with clay.