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 […]
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. In this one-hour presentation, you’ll develop some skills and personal insight in the hopes you can reengage […]
Join the Free Library of Philadelphia Foundation at Parkway Central Library for a behind-the-scenes look into the creation and legacy of The West Wing, as told by authors and cast-members Melissa Fitzgerald and Mary McCormack. The event begins at 7:30 pm on Wednesday, September 11th, and is a ‘Pay What You Wish’ event. With compelling […]
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, […]
