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Retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer
Politics & Policy

In a new book, retired Justice Stephen Breyer argues the Constitution should be viewed as a set of principles

Breyer says if readers get to the end of his new book, “They'll be able to say, ‘He's asking me… to make up my own mind.’”

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Education

A Trenton nonprofit is helping elementary school students improve their reading skills

The Community Schools Reading Intervention program was developed by elementary school officials and Mercer Street Friends during the pandemic.

1 year ago

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Things To Do
Arts & Entertainment

Philadelphia Organ Festival, Shamrocks & Shenanigans, William H. Macy and more in this week’s ‘Things To Do’

March 14–17: Boney James in N.J. and Liz Longley in Delaware are among the weekend’s highlights.

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Education
The Philadelphia Tribune

Philadelphia schools see gains in student reading performance

Thirty-one percent of public school students in grades 3-8 scored at or above benchmark on the Star Assessment in winter 2023-24, a 2% increase from winter 2022-23.

1 year ago

Students at KIPP Lynn in Ma. pictured working with Storyshares materials online. (Photo courtesy of Cricket Public Relations)
Education

Storyshares seeks to raise reading levels of forgotten tweens, teens and adults

Across the nation, reading and literacy proficiency is at an all time low. One program seeks to change the narrative.

1 year ago

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In the new musical The Angry Grammarian, Abrham Bogale (from left), Madeline Snyder, Benjamin Behrend and Niamh Sherlock sing about the virtues and vices of the Oxford comma.
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Billy Penn

Commas, syntax and usage star in “The Angry Grammarian: A New Musical”

If you noticed the missing Oxford comma in that headline, you’re the target audience for Theatre Exile’s new production.

1 year ago

The Little Free Library in Franklin Square
Arts & Entertainment

Little Free(dom) Library initiative extends through March celebrating Women’s History Month

The program aims to distribute 1,500 fiction and nonfiction books in the face of continued book bans across the country.

1 year ago

Erica Bess holds up two backpacks, smiling
Community

N.J. libraries are branching out and offering more than books and videos

Many libraries in N.J. have high-tech devices, child learning toys and machinery for patrons to borrow.

1 year ago

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Michigan Law Professor and MSNBC analyst Barbara McQuade is the author of a new book, “Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America.
Studio 2
Politics & Policy

How Disinformation is ‘Sabotaging America’ with Barbara McQuade, Latest on Philly Teachers

MSNBC analyst Barbara McQuade on “Attack from Within: How Disinformation is Sabotaging America”. Plus, a surprise settlement for the Philadelphia Federation of Teachers.

Air Date: February 29, 2024 12:00 pm

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Kevin Douglass Greene addressing students
Education

Frederick Douglass’ descendant delivers free memoirs to Philly students

Against the backdrop of recent book bans, Kevin Douglass Greene's efforts have been highlighted as a way to help preserve American history.

1 year ago

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The Connection with Marty Moss-Coane
Lifestyle

Supercommunicators: The Language of Connection

Author Charles Duhigg explores the power of conversation to form deeper connections and bridge divides.

Air Date: February 23, 2024 12:00 pm

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Avi and Cherri interviewed the author and science journalist on the power of fun during Studio 2's first live recording in front of an audience
Studio 2

‘Power of Fun’: The Science of Feeling Alive Again

Does life feel a little joyless? Science journalist Catherine Price says we all need to prioritize fun. We talk about the power of fun and its impact on our health.

Air Date: February 20, 2024 12:00 pm

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The Little Free Library in Franklin Square
Education

Little Free(dom) Library initiative aims to break down barriers throughout Black History Month

The program plans to distribute 1,500 fiction and nonfiction books in the face of continued book bans across the country.

1 year ago

Book cover of 'Pursuit of Happiness' by Jeffrey Rosen on the left; Rosen speaking on the right
Arts & Entertainment

If it makes you happy: Constitution Center CEO’s book pursues American happiness

"The Pursuit of Happiness" traces the moral philosophy that drove the Founding Fathers.

1 year ago

Sara Novic speaks at an event
Arts & Entertainment

‘True Biz,’ an adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, is the Free Library’s ‘One Book’ selection

An adventure yarn with deaf teenagers, “True Biz” was a bestseller in 2022.

1 year ago

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