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SUMMARY:Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It - A WURD Radio Screening
DESCRIPTION:A Black History Month event and celebration of the legacy of the “Fifth Beatle.”\n\n\nRESCHEDULED: Join WURD Radio for our annual Black History Month signature event as we recognize the life and legacy of Billy Preston — the legendary keyboardist\, bandleader\, and songwriter known to many as the “Fifth Beatle.” \nTaking place at the Barnes Foundation on Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, this event offers a powerful opportunity to celebrate Black musical excellence\, community\, and storytelling during Black History Month. \nThe evening features a screening of the acclaimed documentary Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It\, tracing Preston’s remarkable journey from gospel prodigy to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. His work helped shape rock\, soul\, and pop music through collaborations with artists including The Beatles\, The Rolling Stones\, Aretha Franklin\, and countless others. \nFollowing the film\, stay for a panel discussion moderated by WURD Radio host Solomon Jones exploring Preston’s musical legacy\, cultural impact\, and enduring influence. Panelists include: \n\nParis Barclay\, director\, Billy Preston: That’s The Way God Planned It\nJeanne Elfant Festa\, producer\, Billy Preston: That’s The Way God Planned It\n\n\nOrrin Evans\, acclaimed Philadelphia jazz pianist\nDyana Williams\, journalist\, documentarian\, and co-founder of Black Music Month\n\nAs part of the evening\, attendees will also enjoy an exclusive preview from WURD Radio’s Freedom Journeys series\, our ongoing project documenting the stories of phenomenal Black figures who have shaped history and culture.
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LOCATION:Barnes Foundation\, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Billy Preston: That's the Way God Planned It - A WURD Radio Screening
DESCRIPTION:A Black History Month event and celebration of the legacy of the “Fifth Beatle.”\n\n\nJoin WURD Radio for our annual Black History Month signature event as we recognize the life and legacy of Billy Preston — the legendary keyboardist\, bandleader\, and songwriter known to many as the “Fifth Beatle.” \nTaking place at the Barnes Foundation on Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, this event offers a powerful opportunity to celebrate Black musical excellence\, community\, and storytelling during Black History Month. \nThe evening features a screening of the acclaimed documentary Billy Preston: That’s the Way God Planned It\, tracing Preston’s remarkable journey from gospel prodigy to one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. His work helped shape rock\, soul\, and pop music through collaborations with artists including The Beatles\, The Rolling Stones\, Aretha Franklin\, and countless others. \nFollowing the film\, stay for a panel discussion exploring Preston’s musical legacy\, cultural impact\, and enduring influence. Panelists include: \n\nParis Barclay\, Film Director\, Billy Preston: That’s The Way God Planned It\nDyana Williams\, journalist\, documentarian and co-founder of Black Music Month\nOrrin Evans\, Philadelphia jazz pianist\n\nAs part of the evening\, attendees will also enjoy an exclusive preview from WURD Radio’s Freedom Journeys series\, our ongoing project documenting the stories of phenomenal Black figures who have shaped history and culture.
URL:https://gridphilly.com/event/billy-preston-thats-the-way-god-planned-it-a-wurd-radio-screening/
LOCATION:Barnes Foundation\, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
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SUMMARY:Ready\, Set\, Grow: Preparing Small Businesses for America’s 250th
DESCRIPTION:Is Your Business Ready for 2026? Join WURD Radio as we prepare small businesses for the influx of opportunities coming to Philly in 2026.\n\n\n*Attendees to this panel discussion can attend the Barnes Foundation’s First Fridays event immediately following the panel which features songstress Laurin Talese\, for just $5. Please look out for more details in your registration confirmation email from Eventbrite after you RSVP. \n \nJoin WURD Radio on Friday\, September 5 at 5:00 p.m. as we launch our Ready\, Set\, Grow initiative to prepare small businesses for the influx of opportunities coming to Philly in 2026\, where we will work to partner with various businesses\, tourism and government stakeholders. \nThe evening will include a panel discussion of key stakeholders\, including Visit Philly\, Philadelphia Soccer\, the PA Convention and Visitors Bureau\, Philly 250\, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia and several others at The Barnes Foundation\, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia. \n \nConfirmed Panelists: \n· Angela Val\, Visit Philly \n· Chellie Cameron\, Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia \n· Michael Delbene\, Welcome America \n· Meg Kane\, Philadelphia Soccer \n· Kathryn Ott Lovell\, Philly 250 \n· Gregg Caren\, PHLCVB \n· Councilman Isaiah Thomas\, Philadelphia City Council \n· Moderated by: Sara Lomax\, WURD Radio
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LOCATION:Barnes Foundation\, 2025 Benjamin Franklin Parkway\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19130\, United States
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