Events Archive

Oct 21

A Conversation with NPR’s Fresh Air Book Critic Maureen Corrigan

When: October 21, 2026 5:00 pm
Where: WHYY Studios, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Join WHYY for an inspiring evening with NPR’s Fresh Air Book Critic Maureen Corrigan, hosted by Sam Briger, featuring literary conversation, audience Q&A, and book talk.

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Bridging Blocks | Community Conversations: What Comes Next After Incarceration?

When: September 15th
Where: Parkway Central Library (4FL Skyline Room) 1901 Vine Street. Philadelphia, PA 19103

What role does voting and civic participation play in helping people returning from incarceration reconnect with their communities?

Nov 12

Crime And Punishment In America Screening and Panel Discussion

When: November 12, 2026 5:30 pm
Where: WHYY Studios, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Join WHYY for a special screening of the documentary series Crime and Punishment in America and a panel discussion with Lynn Novick (series director) and DA Larry Krasner.

Sep 30

WHYY Youth Town Hall – Your Voice, Your Choice, Your Vote!

When: September 30, 2026 4:30 pm
Where: WHYY Studios, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA

Join WHYY for a free youth town hall with voter education, interactive activities, community resources, refreshments, and fun ways to get civically engaged.

Sep 10

Camden’s Burning Issue

When: September 10, 2026 5:30 pm
Where: Camden Fireworks 1813 S. Broadway Camden, N.J.

Join WHYY News and The Margin for a community conversation about their recent investigation into the fires at EMR and their impact on Camden’s Waterfront South neighborhood.

Bridging Blocks | Artificial Intelligence: Embrace or Fear It?

When: September 29th
Where: Tredyffrin Public Library 582 Upper Gulph Road Strafford, PA 19087

How has AI positively and negatively impacted your own life? And who should be responsible for setting boundaries — individuals, corporations or government?

Bridging Blocks | The Power of Social Media

When: September 28th
Where: Phoenixville Public Library 183 2nd Ave Phoenixville, PA 19460

How is social media helping or hurting society? What influence does it have on individuals, communities, and institutions in the U.S. and around the world?

Bridging Blocks | Ableism & Accessibility: The Housing Crisis

When: September 24th
Where: Library of Accessible Media for Pennsylvanians (LAMP)

What systemic forces are driving the housing crisis, and what barriers prevent Philadelphia from addressing it effectively?

Bridging Blocks | Social Media, the News, and the Next Generation

When: September 23rd
Where: Lewes Public Library 111 Adams Ave Lewes, DE 19958

Has constant exposure to breaking news desensitized us? How do social platforms shape our opinions, relationships, and communities?

Bridging Blocks | The Power of Social Media

When: September 16th
Where: Cherry Hill Public Library 1100 Kings Hwy N Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08034

How is social media helping or hurting society? What influence does it have on individuals, communities, and institutions in the U.S. and around the world?

Bridging Blocks | Can One Age Gracefully in Montgomery County?

When: September 16th
Where: Upper Dublin Public Library 520 Virginia Drive Fort Washington, PA 19034

Is society—or more specifically, Montgomery County—doing everything possible to ensure our oldest residents can live comfortably and safely?

Bridging Blocks | Environmental Injustice: Who Bears the Burden?

When: September 15th
Where: Philadelphia City Institute Library 1905 Locust St Philadelphia, PA 19103

What are the next steps in addressing environmental challenges? How can communities participate meaningfully in policy and decision-making?

Bridging Blocks | Artificial Intelligence: Embrace or Fear it?

When: September 14th
Where: Brandywine Hundred Library 1300 Foulk Rd Wilmington, DE 19803

How has AI positively and negatively impacted your own life? And who should be responsible for setting boundaries — individuals, corporations or government?

Bridging Blocks | Can One Age Gracefully in Bucks County?

When: September 10th
Where: Friends Village 331 Lower Dolington Road Newtown, PA 18940

Is society—or more specifically, Bucks County—doing everything possible to ensure our oldest residents can live comfortably and safely?

Bridging Blocks | Is Free Speech Truly Free?

When: September 9th
Where: Kennett Library 320 E State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348

What are the challenges to free speech? Is there a way to protect individuals from harm without suppressing the rights of others to express ideas?

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