for locally grown Pennsylvania fruits and vegetables at FMNP-authorized farmers markets and farm stands through November 30 .
For information about WIC and how to apply for benefits , please call the health department ’ s WIC program at
412.350.5801 . If this number is a toll call or you live outside Allegheny County , please call the statewide toll-free number , 1.800 . WIC . WINS , or visit pawic . com . PA WIC is funded by the USDA . This institution is an equal opportunity provider . n
$ 46,435 for four ; and $ 54,427 for five . Unborn children are counted when the woman is pregnant . Foster children can qualify for the program . Allegheny County residents with family sizes larger than five should contact the health department ’ s WIC program directly for benefit information by calling 412.350.5801 .
WIC is a federally funded program for pregnant women , postpartum and breastfeeding mothers , infants and children under the age of 5 . Eligibility is based on income and nutritional risk .
WIC families receive nutrition counseling , breastfeeding support and food vouchers redeemable at participating grocery stores for infant formula , infant cereal , jarred baby foods , milk , eggs , cheese , yogurt , juice , cereal , peanut butter , whole grains including bread , tortillas , oatmeal , rice and pasta , soy beverage , tofu , dry or canned beans , canned chunk light tuna , pink salmon or sardines , and fresh , frozen , or canned fruits and vegetables including organic varieties .
WIC participants are also eligible to receive vouchers for the Farmers Market Nutrition Program ( FMNP ) through September 28 , or while supplies last . The FMNP vouchers can be redeemed
5TH ANNUAL EMMAUS SPIRIT RUN COSTUME 5K & 1-MILE FUN WALK
Put away your everyday running gear and get into the Halloween spirit at the 5th Annual Emmaus Spirit Run Costume 5k & 1-Mile Fun Walk on Saturday , Oct . 20 . The chipped 5k loops around the scenic Three Rivers Heritage Trail with the start and finish line in the South Shore Riverfront Park in the heart of the South Side Works . A family-friendly 1-mile fun walk along the Three Rivers Heritage Trail is also available .
The race kicks off at 8:30 a . m . Strollers are welcome ! This event offers prizes for overall and age-level winners , a spirited costume contest and post-race family fun , including pumpkin painting , Halloween crafts , photo booth , food and drinks , raffles and more ! All proceeds benefit the Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh , which provides homes , services and advocacy for people with intellectual disabilities . Online registration is available through ACTIVE . com . Same-day registrations welcome ! Event is rain or shine . n
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