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Bridging Blocks | Democracy in the United States: 250 Years in the Making

When: April 16
Where: Upper Dublin Public Library 520 Virginia Dr Fort Washington, PA 19034

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?

Bridging Blocks | The Housing Crisis: Houselessness, rising rent, and the challenges of buying a home

When: April 15
Where: Parkway Central Library (4FL Conference Rooms) 1901 Vine St Philadelphia, PA 19103

Considering the increasing number of individuals experiencing homelessness in Philadelphia, this event aims to discuss the most effective ways to address the root causes.

Bridging Blocks | Artificial Intelligence: Tool or Threat?

When: April 9
Where: Friends Village 331 Lower Dolington Rd Newtown, PA 18940

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?

Bridging Blocks | Artificial Intelligence: Tool or Threat?

When: April 8
Where: Kennett Square Library 320 E State St. Kennett Square, PA 19348

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?

May 7

WHYY and East Whiteland Township Present: PBS’ American Revolution Screening in the Park

When: May 7, 2026 7:00 pm
Where: Valley Creek Park, 361 N Morehall Road, Malvern, PA 19355

Bring your blankets and lawn chairs and settle in for an inspiring evening of history, storytelling, and community connection at beautiful Valley Creek Park.

Mar 30

Special Town Hall – Celebrating 250th Anniversary of PA Provincial Conference

When: Monday, March 30, 2026
Where: WHYY, 150 N. 6th Street, Philadelphia , PA 19106

WHYY and Carpenters’ Hall commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the Pennsylvania Provincial Conference, convened in Carpenters’ Hall, authorizing PA’s first state constitution.

Apr 25

PSPA Student Journalism Summit – Day 2

When: April 25, 2026 9:00 am
Where: WHYY 150 N. 6th St. Philadelphia PA, 19106

You are invited to a two-day, free event for student journalists that explores real pathways into the media and journalism industry.

Apr 24

PSPA Student Journalism Summit – Day 1

When: April 24, 2026 5:30 pm
Where: WHYY 150 N. 6th St. Philadelphia PA, 19106

You are invited to a two-day, free event for student journalists that explores real pathways into the media and journalism industry.

Parkway Central Library and WHYY Present: The Librarians

When: April 22
Where: Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA 1903

Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content.

Bridging Blocks | The Power of Social Media

When: March 26
Where: Parkway Central Library (Conference Room 131/132) 1901 Vine St Philadelphia, PA 19103

How is social media helping or hurting society? What influence does it have on U.S. and world populations?

Mar 23

SOLD OUT: Remember the Ladies: Women, Power, Equality During the American Revolution

When: March 23, 2026 5:30 pm
Where: Parkway Central Free Library of Philadelphia,1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

In partnership with the McNeil Center for Early American Studies, WHYY invites you to an engaging event exploring the often-overlooked voices of women during America’s foundin

Mar 19

Studio 2 Tavern Revolution 250: The Hessians

When: March 19, 2026 6:00 pm
Where: Barnsboro Inn, 699 Main Street, Sewell, NJ 08080

Studio 2 invites you to a special Tavern Revolution event—an evening of history, conversation, and community.

Mar 28

The Inquisitor: A WHYY Women’s History Month Screening

When: March 28, 2026 1:30 pm
Where: 1905 Locust Street (19th & Locust on W. Rittenhouse Square) Philadelphia, PA 19103-5730

A free WHYY screening of "The Inquisitor," a special documentary on Barbara Jordan, a revolutionary Texas congresswoman who shook up the political landscape.

Chester at a Crossroads: What’s Next, Together?

When: March 24
Where: J. Lewis Crozer Library 620 Engle St. Chester, PA 19013

Is Chester on the verge of a true comeback, or is the city absorbing more costs for other communities' progress?

Bridging Blocks | La Educación Empieza en Casa

When: March 12
Where: WHYY Delaware Newsroom 605 N Market St. Wilmington, DE 19801

¿Cómo pueden mamá o papá involucrarse más, incluso cuando el tiempo o los recursos son limitados? ¿Qué esperan los educadores de las familias en cada etapa educativa?

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