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Universities, Free Speech, and Democracy

Former Columbia University President Lee Bollinger’s new book contends that universities are critical to America’s future. He’ll make his case on January 28, as part of the Free Library’s author event series, sponsored by The Citizen

By Elaine Maimon
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Good Bones

A new play by Philly's own Pulitzer-winning playwright James Ijames explores the messy tensions of urban living as a way to highlight what matters in cities: Personal connections

By Christina Griffith
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2026 Free Library Author Series

The Citizen is partnering with the Free Library again to bring thinkers, doers, creators and dreamers to the stage. Join us

By Courtney DuChene
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Toni Morrison’s Philadelphia

An art exhibit and scholarly center inspired by the Nobel Prize-winning author speak to our political and cultural moment. Will we heed her call?

By Dr. James Peterson
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Women Investing Better

Are you an impact-investing curious woman? Spend a couple of hours meeting up with local, private, values-aligned investment opportunities to grow wealth and do good

By Courtney DuChene
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This Is the Only Kingdom Author Event

Author Jaquira Díaz will talk about her new novel at a Free Library event on October 30 — and again with Taller Puertorriqueño in January

By Courtney DuChene
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Party with a Purpose

The annual gala for the American Association for Cancer Research is your opportunity to help end cancer once and for all

By Jessica Blatt Press
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Lucky’s Great Weiner Race

A Manayunk bar brings back the cutest animal fundraiser in the city, with a Super Bowl-level pressing question: Will long-haired Odie defend his title?

By Olivia Kram
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Where Science Meets Art

An Arizona-based consortium is making science digestible by converting complex ideas into art and games. Now, they’re looking to pair Philly-based scientists and artists

By Daya Stevens
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Philly Music Fest

The annual event presents nine shows over seven days in venues all over town to raise money for music education in schools. Come for the bands you don’t yet know you’ll love

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy