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May 14

POSTPONED: Philadelphia in Paper: A Pop-Up Exhibit at Parkway Central Library

When: May 14, 2026 3:30 pm
Where: Parkway Central, 1901 Vine Street, BRIC, Ground Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this event has been postponed. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience. Visit whyy.org/events for updates about the rescheduled date.

May 26

SOLD OUT: The Connection’s Marty Moss-Coane Talks with Mural Arts Founder Jane Golden: Her Legacy and the Power of Public Art

When: May 26, 2026 6:00 pm
Where: WHYY Studios, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Step into an inspiring evening of art and storytelling as Jane Golden joins Marty Moss-Coane for a powerful conversation on creativity, impact, and transforming cities.
May 21

WHYY’s Media Labs Student Showcase

When: May 21, 2026 4:00 pm
Where: WHYY, 150 N 6th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106

Come experience the incredible projects created by students in WHYY's Media Labs program. Join us in celebrating their creativity, hard work, and inspiring voices.
Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Is Free Speech Truly Free

When: May 27
Where: Cherry Hill Public Library 1100 Kings Hwy N Cherry Hill Township, NJ 08034

What are the challenges to free speech? Has social media helped or hurt free speech? Is there too much or too little freedom? Do you feel your speech is free and protected?

Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

America’s 250th: What Does That Mean to You?

When: May 21
Where: Lewes Public Library 111 Adams Ave Lewes, DE 19958

Is democracy still the most effective form of governance? How do you think this 3,000-year-old concept can evolve to meet the needs of modern society?
Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Do you Trust the News?

When: May 20
Where: Tredyffrin Public Library 582 Upper Gulph Rd. Strafford, PA 19087

Join us for a community conversation about the modern media environment: on what’s good and what’s not so good about the news. Is it a tool or a weapon?

Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Artificial Intelligence: Embrace or Fear It?

When: May 19
Where: Frankford Library 4634 Frankford Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19124

As helpful as artificial intelligence can be, what are some of the risks it poses? How has AI positively and negatively impacted your own life?

Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Democracy & The American Dream

When: May 14
Where: Friends Village 331 Lower Dolington Rd. Newton, PA 18940

It begs the question: have we evolved as a nation? Is democracy still the most effective form of governance?

Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Artificial Intelligence: Embrace or Fear It?

When: May 12
Where: Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA 19103

As helpful as artificial intelligence can be, what are some of the risks it poses? How has AI positively and negatively impacted your own life?

Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Economic Inequality: More than a Matter of Money

When: May 11
Where: Brandywine Hundred Library 1300 Foulk Rd Wilmington, DE 19803

Are there adequate opportunities to work toward lessening this systemic problem, or are we doomed? What economic conditions are we leaving for future generations?
Residents are seen engaging in conversation at a Bridging Blocks event.

Ser Mujer: Cuidarnos, Sanar, Crecer Juntas

When: May 7
Where: HOY en Delaware 831 N Washington St Wilmington, DE

La experiencia evolucionará hacia un taller guiado que invitará a las participantes a reconectar con su cuerpo, su respiración y su mundo interior.
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