Families at the Center, Families at Play — No One Grows Up Alone

On Wednesday 20 May 2026 Pontedera will host a day focused on family support, parenting and building educational community networks. The event is organized by SdS Valdera – Alta Val di Cecina and Cooperativa Sociale Arnera, with the patronage of the Municipality of Pontedera and Cismai.

Program

• Morning (Museo Piaggio, 09:00): training conference titled “Territorial networks and educational tools to face today’s challenges”, featuring national and regional experts discussing contemporary parenting, community education and innovative approaches to current challenges.
• Afternoon (Villa Crastan, from 15:30): family-friendly activities including workshops for children aged 3–10, play sessions with operators, an information space on foster care and family solidarity, and the Family Centre desk for guidance and listening.

Who should attend

The event is open to all families and anyone interested in educational and family support topics.

Practical information

• Date: 20 May 2026
• Times: starts at 09:00, ends at 20:00
• Venues: Museo Piaggio (morning conference) and Villa Crastan, Via della Stazione Vecchia 3 (afternoon activities)
• Participation: free event with mandatory registration. Limited places (maximum 100 participants for the morning session). Registration deadline: 18 May 2026.

Contacts

For information and registration: Alessandro Turini — Tel. +39 0587 299119 — Email: [email protected]

Practical tips: bring ID for workshop registration, arrive a few minutes early to help with welcome procedures and consult the Family Centre desk during the afternoon for personalised support.