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  • Power Politics: Oral History Series

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    A series to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought, activism, and storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews. The Power Politics Listen-Ins at the Free Library of Philadelphia is a series hosted by Scribe Video Center to explore Black and Puerto Rican political thought, activism, and community storytelling through screenings of oral history interviews and discussion. The April 14th oral history will focus on John Churchville (b. 1941). Churchville will be joining us for a screening of his interview as well as a Live Q&A session. ABOUT JOHN CHURCHVILLE: “Black Power stressed that Black people should be in control

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  • From Kelpius to the Rod of Iron: Cults and New Religious Movements in Pennsylvania

    Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    The state of Pennsylvania and the city of Philadelphia are home to a diverse array of churches and religious organizations. This program will outline the history of some of the most famous religious monuments of our region. We will begin in the 17th century with the figure of Johannes Kelpius, a German Pietist who established an apocalyptic religious community in the Wissahickon Valley. We will then move to the 19th century to examine the Theosophical Society, a new religion that merged East and West, whose United Lodge is still located in Center City. We will conclude by discussing the Iron

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  • THE BUSINESS AND INNOVATION CENTER OF PHILADELPHIA PRESENTS A “DAY OF INNOVATION” MAY 3RD WITH AWARD-WINNING INVENTOR ANDREA ROSE

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Philadelphia's Business and Innovation Center (BRIC) is thrilled to welcome the renowned award-winning inventor, author, and entrepreneur Andrea Rose for this special in-person and live-streaming event "Inventing to Win®", for a day of inspiration, innovation, and empowerment. Are you an inventor or entrepreneur eager to transform your "Idea to Industry™" and ready to gain insights from a seasoned expert? No matter what stage you are at in the invention process, you will uncover the essential steps to turn your idea into a tangible reality and a valuable commercial asset. Plus, enjoy a chance to win an array of prizes that

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  • Private Finance, Public Power: A Free Talk on the History of Bank Supervision in America

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    Banks may be private, profit-driven institutions—but the public has always shaped the risks they take and paid the price when they fail. Private Finance, Public Power explores this uneasy partnership over two centuries of American history, from the wildcat banks of the early republic to the rise of federal deposit insurance and modern financial regulation. Wharton professor Peter Conti-Brown and historian Sean Vanatta bring this story to life with colorful characters and surprising moments: rogues looting failed banks, con artists posing as government examiners, bribes paid in oyster dinners, and reformers struggling to build order out of chaos. Through repeated

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  • Know Your Rights in Civil Court

    (Philadelphia, PA) Parkway Central Library 1901 Vine Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

    This course will discuss the reasons why a contract is a legally enforceable promise and how to enforce or defend it if it is broken, and who is responsible for harm and damages. What actions can be taken and what elements need to be proven in order to sue in PA. Pennsylvanians for Modern Courts ("PMC"), a nonpartisan nonprofit, envisions a Pennsylvania judicial system in which everyone who participates is assured impartiality, fairness, accessibility and respect. Parkway Central Library | Heim Center, Room 130 Please register for your preferred option:

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