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SUMMARY:A Black Excellence Film Series: "Black Panther" (2018)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Walnut Street West Library every Tuesday in February from 4:30 – 6:30pm for a powerful lineup of films that honors the richness of Black stories\, from historical struggles to visionary futures. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 1 (02/04/2025): “Recorder: The Marion Anderson Story” (2019)Directed by Craig DudnickDiscover the inspiring story of Marian Anderson\, a trailblazing Black opera singer from Philadelphia whose career challenged racial barriers and whose voice became a symbol of the fight for equality. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 2 (02/11/2025): “Pariah” (2011)Directed by Dee ReesFollow the poignant journey of a young Black woman as she navigates her identity\, sexuality\, and familial expectations in this critically acclaimed coming-of-age story. Run time: 1h 26m. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 3 (02/18/2025): “Get Out” (2017)Directed by Jordan PeeleDive into this suspenseful and thought-provoking thriller that examines the complexities of race relations in America through a groundbreaking lens. Run time: 1h 44m \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 4 (02/25/2025): “Black Panther” (2018)Directed by Ryan Coogler \n\n\n\nCelebrate African heritage and futuristic vision with this groundbreaking film that redefines superhero cinema. Run time: 2h 14m
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/a-black-excellence-film-series-black-panther-2018/
LOCATION:Walnut Street West Library\, 201 South 40th Street\, PHILADELPHIA\, Pennsylvania\, 19104
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SUMMARY:Intro to Screenprinting with Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library
DESCRIPTION:In this beginning course you will learn the basics of screenprinting. Participants will bring a prepared image and we will provide all the materials\, tools and training. Learn the protocol of our printshop and darkroom\, as well as health and safety standards for screenprinting. Turn your image into a screen and print an edition of posters\, greeting cards or even t-shirts! With the completion of this beginner course\, students will be prepared to take more specialized\, intermediate courses. Students may also choose to take this beginner course again with a personalized emphasis on multilayer printing. Our classroom environment is welcoming to all skill levels and we strive to make our shop accessible to new and experienced printers alike. A materials fee covers paper\, ink\, use of a screen\, and other consumables. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlease note: Masking is now encouraged\, but optional in the studio space. Individuals who feel uncomfortable using the space with others unmasked\, whether for health or any other reason\, are welcome to request mask wearing while they are using the studio space. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nAbout the Instructor \n\n\n\nNicole Rodrigues is an artist and educator living in Philadelphia. Their work includes making comics\, prints\, illustrations\, screen printed shirts\, and ceramics about the connections we have to nature and our journey to self-actualization. Nicole’s work can provide visual insights on how people could inhabit the world in their physical\, mental\, and imaginary states while navigating destructive systems. Often describing existential dread and despair within their work\, Nicole will sometimes pair that thought with a hopeful avenue of possibilities. \n\n\n\nCost \n\n\n\n$40 for Current Members/$45 for Non-Members \n\n\n\nPlus a $15 materials fee that covers ink\, paper\, screen\, emulsion\, and use of equipment.
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/intro-to-screenprinting-with-soapbox-community-print-shop-zine-library/
LOCATION:The Soapbox: Community Print Shop & Zine Library\, 4700 Kingsessing Ave\, PHILADELPHIA\, Pennsylvania\, 19143
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SUMMARY:Preserving Assyria - exhibit at Penn Museum
DESCRIPTION:In conflict zones like Syria and Ukraine\, erasure is a part of systematic genocide and cultural cleansing\, but a new exhibition shifts the focus to cultural heritage restoration through community-led excavation— Preserving Assyria showcases archaeology’s role in safeguarding cultural heritage from targeted destruction. \n\n\n\nWith 16 objects on display from the Penn Museum’s collection\, touchable 3D replicas of monumental relief carvings\, and interactive multimedia components\, this exhibition will be on view in the Merle-Smith Galleries on the Lower Level starting Saturday\, February 8\, 2025. \n\n\n\nPreserving Assyria will illuminate select artifacts from the Penn Museum’s Near East collections\, such as a stamp-inscribed brick from Tell Yarah\, Iraq (near Mosul) written in the Sumerian language (911-612 BCE); a Sumerian clay tablet that contains ancient spells to ward off witchcraft (1900-1600 BCE); a glazed terracotta wall tile from Hasanlu\, Iran (1000–800 BCE)\, cylinder seals made of quartz and marble; and a protective amulet made of carnelian. Public programs related to the new exhibition include a special Curator’s Lecture on February 8 at 2:00 pm in Rainey Auditorium\, as well as an engaging four-week online class\, The Deep Dig: The Rise and Fall of Assyria\, led by Dr. Michael Danti beginning March 6.
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/preserving-assyria-exhibit-at-penn-museum/
LOCATION:Penn Museum\, 3260 South St\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19104
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SUMMARY:A Black Excellence Film Series: "Get Out" (2017)
DESCRIPTION:Join the Walnut Street West Library every Tuesday in February from 4:30 – 6:30pm for a powerful lineup of films that honors the richness of Black stories\, from historical struggles to visionary futures. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 1 (02/04/2025): “Recorder: The Marion Anderson Story” (2019)Directed by Craig DudnickDiscover the inspiring story of Marian Anderson\, a trailblazing Black opera singer from Philadelphia whose career challenged racial barriers and whose voice became a symbol of the fight for equality. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 2 (02/11/2025): “Pariah” (2011)Directed by Dee ReesFollow the poignant journey of a young Black woman as she navigates her identity\, sexuality\, and familial expectations in this critically acclaimed coming-of-age story. Run time: 1h 26m. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 3 (02/18/2025): “Get Out” (2017)Directed by Jordan PeeleDive into this suspenseful and thought-provoking thriller that examines the complexities of race relations in America through a groundbreaking lens. Run time: 1h 44m \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWeek 4 (02/25/2025): “Black Panther” (2018)Directed by Ryan Coogler \n\n\n\nCelebrate African heritage and futuristic vision with this groundbreaking film that redefines superhero cinema. Run time: 2h 14m
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/a-black-excellence-film-series-get-out-2017/
LOCATION:Walnut Street West Library\, 201 South 40th Street\, PHILADELPHIA\, Pennsylvania\, 19104
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SUMMARY:Music Improv Adult Classes with Ants on a Log
DESCRIPTION:Learn to love the spontaneous\, the unplanned\, and the surprising… Musical Improv! \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThrough improv exercises and songful games\, you’ll create musical theater songs and scenes\, learn common song structures\, and practice the art of spontaneity within a supportive community. This class will focus on self-expression and authenticity over perfect performances. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nLed by Julie Lipson and Miles Crabtree – music therapists\, performers in Ants on a Log\, and long-time creators of community-music shenanigans. \n\n\n\nMONDAYS Jan 6 – Feb 10 6-7:30 pm @ The Arts League \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n6-week course plus community performance. \n\n\n\nNo previous training in improv or music is required! Limited to 12 participants\, ages 18+.
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/music-improv-adult-classes-with-ants-on-a-log/
LOCATION:The Arts League\, 4226 Spruce St\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19104\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250102T200000
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SUMMARY:Calvary Church presents Spirituality on Tap at Carbon Copy
DESCRIPTION:The first Thursday of the month\, join Calvary Church from 8 to 9 PM for Spirituality on Tap at Carbon Copy (701 S. 50th Street). \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nSpirituality on Tap is an informal and inclusive monthly gathering to discuss – not debate – topics related to spirituality\, theology\, religion\, etc. Welcoming all faith and religious/non-religious backgrounds and identities\, and related questions and curiosities.
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/1303/
LOCATION:Carbon Copy\, 701 S 50th St\, Philadelphia\, PA 19143\, USA\, 701 S 50th St\, Philadelphia\, Pennsylvania\, 19143\, United States
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SUMMARY:Scale Up Your Business Cohort 13
DESCRIPTION:Community Calendar.\n                                            \n                                            \n                                                            \n                                    Phasellus magna. Class aptent taciti sociosqu ad litora torquent per conubia
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Praesent metus tellus\, elementum eu\, semper a\, adipiscing nec\, purus. \n                                \n                                                                                \n                                    \n                    \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \nLA21 presents Scale Up Your Small Business\, a 12 Week Virtual Class that provides quality business training\, coaching and technical assistance to enable participants to scale up their businesses. \nQualifications \n\nClear ability to state the need for your service or product\, your ideal client and how to acquire them.\nMade enough sales to cover costs and prove customer demand.\nCan be part-time for now but want to make it a full-time endeavor.\nMay have completed legal registration requirements or will commit to doing so as part of their Action Plan.\nCan commit to attending weekly classes and 2-4 hours per week for outside of class work.\n\nSeptember 16th\, 2024 – December 9th\, 2024\n6 PM to 9 PM\nLearn More\n \n \n\nIf you need help with accessibility\, call the office 215.243.0555 Monday through Friday from 8:30am-5pm.To submit events to the Community Calendar\, please email marketing@universitycity.org.
URL:https://www.universitycity.org/event/scale-up-your-business-cohort-13/
LOCATION:LA21 (Lancaster Avenue 21st Century Business Association\, CDC)\, 3500 Lancaster Ave\, PHILADELPHIA\, Pennsylvania\, 19104
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