Together We Bloom
Cultivating a stronger sense of community amongst EI providers to strengthen support for Erie County’s youngest children and their families.
This speed-networking event brings together early childhood professionals across Erie County—including SLPs, OTs, PTs, Special Instructors, ECCM staff, IU5 staff, Early Childhood Educators—to build meaningful connections and strengthen our large-scale team of professionals serving children ages birth to kindergarten.Through quick, structured introductions, you’ll discover each other’s unique skill sets, share strengths and barriers, and expand your network of like-minded professionals committed to delivering ethical, evidence-based, child-centered care.
Highlights include:
- Multi-disciplinary networking with local professionals working in county-funded EI, outpatient clinics, and private practices.
- A chance to showcase your expertise to better support families navigating early intervention
- Opportunities to connect within your own discipline
- Insight into state-level advocacy through professional organizations
- Optional professional headshots from incredible local brand and agency photographer, Chris Zdarko. For a modest fee ($55 if you register before May 10th!) REGISTER HERE, SPACES ARE LIMITED! https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C044AADAC29ABFBC61...
- Swag bags + community resources
Because strong provider connections lead to stronger outcomes for children and families.
Cultivating a stronger sense of community amongst EI providers to strengthen support for Erie County’s youngest children and their families.
This speed-networking event brings together early childhood professionals across Erie County—including SLPs, OTs, PTs, Special Instructors, ECCM staff, IU5 staff, Early Childhood Educators—to build meaningful connections and strengthen our large-scale team of professionals serving children ages birth to kindergarten.Through quick, structured introductions, you’ll discover each other’s unique skill sets, share strengths and barriers, and expand your network of like-minded professionals committed to delivering ethical, evidence-based, child-centered care.
Highlights include:
- Multi-disciplinary networking with local professionals working in county-funded EI, outpatient clinics, and private practices.
- A chance to showcase your expertise to better support families navigating early intervention
- Opportunities to connect within your own discipline
- Insight into state-level advocacy through professional organizations
- Optional professional headshots from incredible local brand and agency photographer, Chris Zdarko. For a modest fee ($55 if you register before May 10th!) REGISTER HERE, SPACES ARE LIMITED! https://www.signupgenius.com/.../10C044AADAC29ABFBC61...
- Swag bags + community resources
Because strong provider connections lead to stronger outcomes for children and families.
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Highlights
- 2 hours
- In person
Location
357 W 19th St
357 West 19th Street
Erie, PA 16502
How do you want to get there?

Agenda
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WELCOME
Settle in, treat yourself, chat with friends old and new!
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SPEED NETWORKING
Getting into the nitty gritty - through familiar prompts, you'll share YOUR perspectives and experiences during 3-minute segments.
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DEBRIEF
Phew- that was QUICK! Share what you thought went well, what could be improved upon, what did YOU get out of this experience? What are some of the resounding comments?