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SUMMARY:Tea for Three: Lady Bird\, Pat\, and Betty.
DESCRIPTION:What is the hardest unpaid job in the world? A President’s wife! A play by Eric H. Weinberger and Elaine Bromka. Emmy Award-winning Elaine Bromka stars in this deeply moving and witty play. Enjoy this remarkable live one-woman performance brought to you by the Free Library of Philadelphia. \nEntrance is FREE. No reservations are required. Come by yourself or bring a friend! \nTea for Three will be held in the Montgomery Auditorium on the ground floor of the Parkway Central Library.\nFor more information\, contact Joe Shemtov at shemtovj@freelibrary.org \n“Good stories…subtle…​even silence is filled with emotion.”\n– The New York Times”\nA fascinating evening…laced with insight\, emotion and humor.”\n– Times Herald-Record\, NY
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SUMMARY:What is a “Cult?” Understanding Controversial New Religious Movements
DESCRIPTION:The word “cult” is frequently used in the media as a pejorative term. It refers to a dangerous and often violent fringe religious group that promotes beliefs\, values\, and practices that clash with mainstream culture. This program will outline the emergence of the discourse on “cults” in 20th century America and the role of the media in popularizing this term. We will discuss the divisive psychological theory of brainwashing promoted by anti-cult activists\, the public perception of charismatic “cult leaders” such as Jim Jones and David Koresh\, and the role of the academic study of religion in helping us better understand controversial religious movements. \nOri Tavor is a Senior Lecturer in Chinese Studies and Director of the MA Program at the department of East Asian Languages and Civilizations\, the University of Pennsylvania. He studies the history of utopian thought\, new religion movements\, and the intersection between religion and the state. \nAttend this program in person in the Education\, Philosophy and Religion Department\, or view it live on Zoom by registering at https://tinyurl.com/2233w4wr
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SUMMARY:Night Side Songs - A Musical
DESCRIPTION:The Philadelphia Theatre Company presents a ninety-minute new musical\, Night Side Songs. The performance explores the intimacy of illness\, mortality\, and the incredible dignity of caregivers through the story of Yasmine Holly\, a fictional character informed by interviews with real doctors\, hospital staff\, and patients\, many from right here in Philadelphia. Night Side Songs is a musical convergence which reflects and celebrates Philly’s “eds and meds” community with humor\, grace\, and profound empathy. The production will tour local hospitals\, community centers\, and places of worship for two weeks before its run at the Suzanne Roberts Theatre. \nDirected by Philadelphia Theatre Company’s Artistic Director Taibi Magar. Night Side Songs is supported by The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage. \nNo need for registration\, this performance is free and open to the public.
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SUMMARY:2025 Compass
DESCRIPTION:Each new year\, many of us set ambitious goals with the intention to move forward. Unfortunately\, for even those who made it past Quitter’s Day\, the weight of anticipation and truth that transformation takes time\, leads to disappointment. \nIn this one-hour presentation\, you’ll develop some skills and personal insight in the hopes you can reengage with your goals\, equipped with greater purpose and passion. This session blends motivational insights with practical strategies\, to allow you to quickly explore and enhance your personal strengths. You will be able to practice techniques to build confidence and resilience\, participate in an interactive discussion\, and have an opportunity to ask questions and receive personalized insight from the facilitator and ISSNAF colleagues. \n(Re)Discover Key Experiences: Learn how to tap into your unique strengths and values to inspire yourself to lead authentically.\nClarity in Vision: Craft a compelling vision that aligns with your personal and professional goals and decide what you might communicate further to motivate and engage your team or colleagues.\nActionable Strategies: Develop a personalized action plan to implement your insights immediately and make a tangible impact in your world. \nPresenter: Farnia Fresnel\, MBA\, PMP\, PCC\, Global Executive and Leadership Coach\, Founder & President of The Lenserf Group\, EYP Academy\, and Leadership COGS \nThe FREE event will take place in the fourth floor Skyline Room. No reservations are necessary but seating is limited.
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SUMMARY:Salt of the Earth: a free film screening
DESCRIPTION:Presented in Room 108 on the first floor. \nBanned when released in 1954\, and directed by blacklisted filmmakers\, this film tells the story of Mexican-American workers who call a strike over unsafe work conditions and pay in comparison to their white co-workers at a New Mexico Zinc mine.
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SUMMARY:School Vouchers: The Promise and Reality
DESCRIPTION:How do private school voucher programs impact our public schools and its students? Maura McInerney\, Legal Director at the Education Law Center\, will discuss the consequences of vouchers on equitable education opportunities and will answer audience questions following the lecture. \nThis zoom lecture is free but registration is required. Please register at https://bit.ly/schoolvoucherzoomprogram
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SUMMARY:Penn Med's Health Talk Tuesdays | Evidence Based Prevention of Gun Violence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a program on gun violence prevention from a public health perspective\, featuring Sara Solomon and Bernadette Hohl of the Penn Injury Science Center. Bernadette leads research on neighborhood factors affecting health and safety\, while Sara directs street outreach efforts with 15 years of community engagement. We’ll explore Philadelphia’s evidence-based programs for youth\, aimed at reducing gun violence. \nWe will meet on the Second Floor of Parkway Central in Science and Wellness. Registration is not required but is appreciated. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact us at 215-686-5394.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/penn-meds-health-talk-tuesdays-evidence-based-prevention-of-gun-violence/
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SUMMARY:Inaugurating the Year of James Baldwin: God’s Revolutionary Voice
DESCRIPTION:Join the official launch of the Year of James Baldwin\, a year-long celebration in Philadelphia of the 100th birth anniversary of American essayist\, novelist\, playwright\, poet\, and activist James Baldwin. Through citywide reading groups at community centers\, churches\, high schools\, universities\, and libraries; year-long events and film screenings; and a podcast\, the Year of James Baldwin will celebrate the relevance of Baldwin’s life and ideas for a new America that we must achieve. This launch event will include speakers\, documentary footage screenings\, and intercivilizational cultural performance. Refreshments will be served. \nThis event will run from 11am-5pm and will take place in the Skyline Room\, 4th Floor\, Parkway Central Library\, accessible from the main elevators. RSVP is requested at: bit.ly/year-james-baldwin \nOrganized by the Saturday Free School for Philosophy & Black Liberation in partnership with the the Free Library of Philadelphia’s Education\, Philosophy\, and Religion Department.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/inaugurating-the-year-of-james-baldwin-gods-revolutionary-voice/
LOCATION:Free Library of Philadelphia\, 1901 Vine St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Boss: The Black Experience in Business Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join us in the Business Resource and Innovation Center for a screening of PBS’s documentary Boss: The Black Experience in Business. Learn about the untold story of African American entrepreneurship\, where skill\, industriousness\, ingenuity and sheer courage in the face of overwhelming odds provide the backbone of this nation’s economic and social growth. \nThis event will be in the BRIC on the ground floor of Parkway Central Library. The movie will run from approximately 5-7pm. RSVP is requested at: https://bit.ly/3RYgwlt
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/boss-the-black-experience-in-business-film-screening/
LOCATION:Free Library of Philadelphia\, 1901 Vine St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Grace Lin | Chinese Menu: The History\, Myths\, and Legends Behind Your Favorite American Chinese Foods
DESCRIPTION:A New York Times bestselling children’s author and illustrator\, Grace Lin earned the Newbery Honor for Where the Mountain Meets the Moon\, the Theodor Geisel Honor for Ling and Ting\, and the Caldecott Honor for A Big Mooncake for Little Star. Her novel When the Sea Turned to Silver was a National Book Award Finalist. Recognized by former President Obama’s administration as a Champion of Change for Asian American and Pacific Islander Art and Storytelling\, Lin was awarded the Children’s Literature Legacy Award from the American Library Association. She also provides commentary for New England Public Radio\, book reviews for The New York Times\, and she hosts the podcasts kidlitwomen* and Kids Ask Authors. In Chinese Menu\, she serves up insights on the history\, legends\, and myths behind favorite American Chinese dishes. \nHigh Street Hospitality Group founder and co-owner Ellen Yin operates some of the country’s most acclaimed eateries\, including a.kitchen + bar\, Fork\, High Street Restaurant & Bakery\, The Wonton Project\, and High Street Hoagies. In 2023 she was named “Outstanding Restaurateur” by the James Beard Foundation Awards. A graduate of the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School\, she is involved with several community-centric organizations\, including the Sisterly Love Collective and the Independent Restaurant Coalition\, and she sits on the Board of “The Philadelphia Award.”
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/grace-lin-chinese-menu-the-history-myths-and-legends-behind-your-favorite-american-chinese-foods/
LOCATION:Free Library of Philadelphia\, 1901 Vine St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:Comix Club
DESCRIPTION:We’ll  gather in the Art Department\, on Parkway Central Library’s 2nd floor from 5:30-7:30 p.m.  Anyone age 18+ who is interested in making comics\, or just kickin’ back and reading ‘em is welcome to stop by! For those in the mood to ink\, we will be providing some blank paneled pages and other drawing supplies. Recently we started gathering comics made during these meetings for a future Comix Club zine! \nComix Club attendees will also have the opportunity to view our Philadelphia Comics Collection (PCC)! This collection contains work by local comix artists\, which are often also printed and published in Philly. The entirety of this collection is catalogued and available for library use. If you can’t make it to Comix Club\, the whole collection can be found on special PCC-designated shelves by the Art & Literature Reference Desk. Please be aware that the content of many of these comics is mature and graphic in nature\, and so readers must be 18 and up. \nOne continuous goal for Comix Club is to continue to build this inclusive and precious in-house collection. If you are a Philadelphia-based artist with a comic of your own\, or have any local comics you’d like to donate to PCC\, feel free to bring them to our meet-ups!
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/comix-club/
LOCATION:Free Library of Philadelphia\, 1901 Vine St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Poe Party
DESCRIPTION:It’s the Fifth Annual Raven Society Poe Party & we are having a Rave’N! \nEdgar Allan Poe is turning 215 and at the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation\, we never turn down a chance to celebrate a Quindebicentennial! \nThis party will have everything: \n\nGood snacks and fun libations\nSparkly white dress code\nRaucous bingo-tainment with prizes\nand more!\n\nRaven Society members get access to special ticket prices! Existing members\, please check your email for access to tickets.
URL:https://wooderice.com/event/5th-annual-poe-party/
LOCATION:Free Library of Philadelphia\, 1901 Vine St.\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19103\, United States
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