Rheumatology

Events

Below is a list of events and programs for children diagnosed with rheumatic diseases and their families. Check back for updates.

Arthritis Foundation Family Days 2008
The Western Pennsylvania Chapter of the Arthritis Foundation is hosting two family day events in 2008. There will be education for the parents and fun, supervised activities for children of all ages. The events are open to all rheumatology families, including siblings. Space is limited and reservations are required.

Saturday, April 5, 2008
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Pittsburgh Marriott North (Cranberry)
Cranberry Township, PA

Saturday, June 14, 2008
10 a.m.–2 p.m.
Pittsburgh Zoo
Highland Park, PA

For more information or to register your family, please contact Barbara Lehman at the Arthritis Foundation, WPA Chapter at 412-566-1645 ext. 14, 1-800-522-9900 or blehman@arthritis.org.   

Lupus Foundation Night at PNC Park – Friday, April 25, 2008
Join us for a night of baseball, fireworks and fun with family and friends by coming to the Pirates game on April 25 and support the Lupus Foundation at the same time! A portion of the ticket proceeds will benefit the Lupus Foundation.
Lupus Foundation Night at PNC Park Ticket Information (PDF) 

Camp JRA 2008 – July 13–18, 2008
For more information or to download an application today, visit the Camp JRA Event Page or call Rheumatology social worker, Carolyn Confer at 412-692-5258 for more information. 

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Updated 2/13/08