Name: Around Your World with Travel Hosts Justine Shapiro and Ian Wright
Start: 2026-05-02T13:00:00-04:00
Location: 2228 Cottman Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149-1297

2228 Cottman Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19149-1297 

Travel hosts Justine Shapiro &amp; Ian Wright share stories from around the world — maybe including your home country!
Before travel influencers and smartphones, Justine Shapiro &amp; Ian Wright were bringing the world to your TV on Lonely Planet/Globe Trekker, one of the most-watched travel series in history, reaching 300 million viewers worldwide.
Now hosting their new online series Our Looney Planet, Justine and Ian are coming to the Free Library of Philadelphia's Northeast Regional Branch for a live conversation about their travels to China, Mexico, India, Vietnam, Russia, Central Asia &amp; more.
Have they visited your home country? Come with your questions.
Watch live at Northeast Regional or join from anywhere on Zoom. Free &amp; open to all.

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Around Your World with Travel Hosts Justine...

Travel hosts Justine Shapiro & Ian Wright share stories from around the world — maybe including your home country!
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Around Your World with Travel Hosts Justine Shapiro and Ian Wright

Arlen Specter US Squash Center

Watch the nation's top squash professionals compete for the title of U.S. National Champion for free! Be in the stands as future Olympians take to the glass court at the world-class Arlen Specter US Squash Center, home of Team USA Squash and US Squash.

Local Event: U.S. National Squash Championships

U.S. National Squash Championships

Watch the nation's top squash professionals compete for the title of U.S. National Champion for free! Be in the stands as...

God's Automatic Body & Spa

Introducing HOMO ECONOMICUS&nbsp;
A co-production from Emily Bate and Obvious Agency
the PERFORMANCE ART EXPERIENCE&nbsp;
for CONFUSED CAPITALIST SUBJECTS&nbsp;
who want IT ALL …
to be DIFFERENT&nbsp;
(but how?!)
&nbsp;
Buy now and get:
A rollercoaster ride through the current, growth-based economic system!
A lap dancing economics professor!
Singing, dancing, pulsing lights!
Post-capitalist embodiments for YOU to try on! Build a new world from inside your body, out!
Or, if you prefer boring grant language:
Homo Economicus is a solo theater piece explorating the economy, written and performed by Emily Bate. It uses vocal music, monologue, economics lecture, striptease, and heaps of garbage.Homo Economicus explores the current economy as expressed through our individual lives, and illuminates pathways to rebuilding the economy from the ground up.

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Introducing HOMO ECONOMICUS 
A co-production from Emily Bate and Obvious Agency
the PERFORMANCE ART EXPERIENCE 
for CONFUSED...

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Experience a compelling new Philly Cycle Play by Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, directed by Chongren Fan. Developed in partnership with Laos in the House, VietLead, and the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia, this production is proudly sponsored by the William Penn Foundation.

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Experience a compelling new Philly Cycle Play by Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, directed by Chongren Fan. Developed in...

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Join the American Philosophical Society for a conversation with acclaimed geophysicist and current National Academy of Sciences President, Marcia McNutt. Reflecting on her own experiences and research within the geophysical and Earth sciences, as well as her role as a scientific leader, adviser, and popularizer, McNutt will discuss the 18th-century meteorological records kept by James Madison and their implications for contemporary approaches to climate and citizen science. From the observations of weather conditions and crop cycles taken at his Montpelier plantation to his support of Thomas Jefferson's efforts to track and document the damage caused by the wheat-destroying Hessian fly, Madison left careful records that speak to the potential and limits of collective scientific work. This program will consider the opportunities and challenges of so-called “citizen science”–both in the 18th century and today–and will offer some strategies for how to mobilize scientific networks in times of crisis.

This event will be held onsite at the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania as well as livestreamed. This event is free and open to the public. <a href="https://www.amphilsoc.org/form/registration-for-april-30-lounsb" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Please register to attend.</a> Seating is limited. Please note that the event times reflect Eastern Time.

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Weathering Crisis: Revisiting James Madison’s...

Join the American Philosophical Society for a conversation with acclaimed geophysicist and current National Academy of Sciences...

Weathering Crisis: Revisiting James Madison’s Contributions to Climate and Citizen Science

InLiquid Gallery

Brownin' is InLiquid's newest exhibition, in collaboration with Philadelphia-based curator and Ph.D candidate Zinzi Harley. The exhibition showcase five artists whose work studies the Black figure and celebrates Black identity by redefining the meaning of beauty. 
 Brownin'&nbsp;will be on display in the InLiquid Gallery in the Crane Arts Building (1400 N. American Street) Wednesdays through Saturdays from April 9 through May 23.
 There will be a public gallery reception for the show on May 14, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

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InLiquid Presents Brownin' Exhibition

Brownin' is InLiquid's newest exhibition, in collaboration with Philadelphia-based curator and Ph.D candidate Zinzi Harley. The...

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Experience this compelling production by Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, directed by Chongren Fan and presented by InterAct Theatre Company. Part of 'A Philly Cycle Play' sponsored by the William Penn Foundation, this work was developed in partnership with Laos in the House, VietLead, and the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia.

Experience this compelling production by Saymoukda Duangphouxay Vongsay, directed by Chongren Fan and presented by InterAct...

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Welcome to 2425 Hartranft Street, Packer Park — a modern 3,000+ sq. ft. new construction home offering 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, and luxury city living with no HOA fees and a full 10-year tax abatement.

Currently under construction, this home features an open-concept layout, gourmet kitchen, private garage, 30-ft backyard deck, and multiple outdoor spaces including a roof deck with skyline views. Buyers still have time to customize finishes before completion.&nbsp;Located steps from Sienna Place, with easy access to Center City, stadiums, and major highways.

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New Construction - For sale in Philadelphia 

Welcome to 2425 Hartranft Street, Packer Park — a modern 3,000+ sq. ft. new construction home offering 3 bedrooms, 3.5 baths,...

Radnor Middle School

Orchestra Concordia and its award winning music director and conductor Jiannan Cheng will present a program featuring Philadelphia Orchestra Associate Principal Concertmaster, Juliette Kang, with cellist Thomas Kraines,&nbsp; performing&nbsp; Brahms’ Concerto for Violin and Cello. The concert will also include Hoedown by Copland and An American in Paris by Gershwin.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m., May 1, at the Radnor Middle School Auditorium.&nbsp;
FREE PARKING. Click <a href="https://www.orchestraconcordia.org/concerts.html" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a> for map.
NO TICKETS REQUIRED.&nbsp;
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE.&nbsp;
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE OF PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION.
Orchestra Concordia makes great music accessible to all!
VOTED BEST NON-PROFIT EVENT OF THE MAIN LINE AND WESTERN SUBURBS

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Orchestra Concordia Free Community Concert 

Orchestra Concordia and its award winning music director and conductor Jiannan Cheng will present a program featuring...

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Discover incredible craftsmanship at this vibrant community market featuring over 80 local artists selling beautiful and unique handmade items. Enjoy a full day of shopping for art and gifts while experiencing live music and delicious food in the heart of downtown Swarthmore.Presented by Merchants of Swarthmore, Harvey Oak Mercantile, and Gallery on Park

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Swarthmore

Swarthmore Makers Market

Discover incredible craftsmanship at this vibrant community market featuring over 80 local artists selling beautiful and unique...

Delta Hotels Philadelphia Airport

Psychic Medium John Edward – LIVE in Philadelphia, PA Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 7:00 PMDelta Hotels by Marriott Philadelphia AirportExperience a night of real connections, powerful validations, and messages from the other side.Join world-renowned psychic medium John Edward — star of Crossing Over and NYT bestselling author — for an evening that may change the way you see life... and what comes after.What to Expect: Interactive Q&amp;A with the audience Messages from loved ones who have crossed over — even pets. A truly personal and healing experience.VIP or Regular Admission – You Choose!Regular Admission: Entry to the 2-hour live event General admission seating Doors open at 6:00 PMVIP Experience (all the regular admission benefits plus:) Early entry at 5:30 PM First selection of seats Exclusive post-event Q&amp;A with John FREE 1-month Evolve+ app subscription BONUS virtual event — a second online experience with readings, Q&amp;A &amp; more! (It’s like getting 2 events for the price of 1!)Whether you're seeking connection, closure, curious about the afterlife, or simply want to experience something unforgettable — this is your moment.Tickets are limited and events sell out — don’t wait!&nbsp;<a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/72314463?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEyWmpSVEFFakRVZU5BS1UzYnNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR6uFyzQB_Yebgg-c9pdq92iY2pbJQderZ7P71CDcDixaRU3mpos2mUCZdxZ_A_aem_dQkjbps4_8IqT4dfcBkr_w" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/72314463</a>

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Crossing Over with Psychic Medium John Edward live in Philadelphia!

Drug and Alcohol Evaluation, Esperal Implant for Alcoholism

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Successful alcoholism treatment programs today recognize the need for a holistic approach for each individual, sometimes including drug treatments such as naltrexone and disulfiram or the naltrexone/disulfiram implant known as Esperal. We are the only alcoholism treatment center on the East Coast of the USA that provides Esperal implants for alcoholism treatment.

Successful alcoholism treatment programs today recognize the need for a holistic approach for each individual, sometimes including drug treatments...

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