Thursday, September 26, 2013 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
he Nationalities Service Award is an award given to a leader in the community who has demonstrated qualities that exemplify NSC's mission, including a commitment to diversity and inclusion and support of immigration causes.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Recognized as the region's leading international business reception and networking event, Philadelphia International Showcase brings together the international business, diplomatic, and academic communiities to "showcase" the international vitality of the region and and celebrate Greater Philadelphia as a world-class region and international business destination.
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 - 5:30pm - 8:30pm
The Alliance Française will take you on a tour (in French) of the Exclusive Sculptures from the Iris and B. Gerald Collection at the Arthur Ross Gallery. Auguste Rodin, The Human Experience. 220 South 34th Street, Philadelphia, PA.
Entrance : Donation ($10 suggested)
Wednesday, September 25, 2013 - 4:30am - 7:30am
After the Revolutionary Germantown Festival, come to Grumblethorpe for a relaxed evening in our eighteenth-century garden. Beer, Music, and Food in Old Germantown Style.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013 - 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Professor Jonathan Doh, one of the top ranked international business faculty teacher in the world, will discuss globalization, the changing balance of global economic power, and global opportunities in the Villanova MBA Program.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013 - 5:30pm - 8:00pm
In this booktalk, Matthew Levitt breaks new ground with the first thorough examination of Hezbollah’s covert operations beyond Lebanon’s borders, covering the rest of the Middle East, Europe, South America, Southeast Asia, Africa, and North America.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013 - 12:00pm
Join James R. Jones, David R. Irvine, and other distinguished members of The Constitution Project’s bipartisan Task Force on Detainee Treatment along with National Constitution Center President and CEO Jeffrey Rosen for an in-depth look at America’s pre- and post-9/11 actions related to the capture, detention, and interrogation of suspected terrorists. In the wake of President Obama’s renewed pledge to close the Guantánamo Bay prison—and amidst ongoing scrutiny of detainee treatment there—this timely conversation will encourage dialogue about our policies toward prisoners in Guantánamo Bay, Afghanistan, Iraq, and elsewhere.
Tuesday, September 24, 2013 - 9:00am - Friday, September 27, 2013 - 9:00pm
AURP is focusing on the theme of the conference, “Inventing the Future”, and the important role research parks play in developing entrepreneurs, innovation and technology commercialization from university research.
Research park executives attending will gain insight into the best practices and resources to support high value job creation and economic growth in their own communities.
Conference highlights will include a tour of the Science Center, networking events and professional development workshops, including Research Parks 101—a full-day workshop for those new to research parks, just prior to the start of the conference.
Monday, September 23, 2013 - 9:00am - Friday, November 22, 2013 - 5:00pm
Russian-American Innovation Technology Roundtable and Closing Ceremony which will take place on November 21, 2013 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm at the Mayor’s Reception Room at Philadelphia City Hall.
Closing Ceremony is the final event for the 18th Annual Russian-American Innovation Technology Week (RANIT)
Monday, September 23, 2013 - 12:00am - Friday, October 4, 2013 - 12:00pm
This Philadelphia International Medicine training series in coordination with Temple University Hospital is part of GlobalPhilly™2013.
Sunday, September 22, 2013 - 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Can soccer pave the way for diplomacy between nations? The UNA-GP wants people to enjoy the play and parlay of the world's most popular sport, and to uncover its potential for peacebuilding. Six teams will compete in this inaugural soccer tournament that will be open to the public to spectate.
Saturday, September 21, 2013 - 2:00pm - 6:00pm
German Society's Annual Oktoberfest
Saturday, September 21, 2013 - 10:00am - 4:00pm
Join the American Friends Service Committee at Friends Center in support of the UN World Peace Day!
On Saturday, September 21, 2013 they will be holding Exhibitions and Workshops on how we build a new global future of peace at home and around the globe. A light breakfast and lunch will be served.
Saturday, September 21, 2013 (All day)
The International Day of Peace is observed worldwide on September 21. Join Peace Day Philly in observing this global day of local opportunity in a way meaningful to you, your organization or your community.
Friday, September 20, 2013 - 4:00pm
The GlobalPhilly™ 2013 Treasure Hunt will exhibit how Philadelphia is a center that strives to promote global knowledge.
Friday, September 20, 2013 - 2:00pm
Join Professor Thomas Healy and Chancellor of Rutgers University-Camden Wendell Pritchett as they discuss the fascinating evolution of iconic Supreme Court Justice Oliver Wendell Holmes from free-speech antagonist to First Amendment advocate.
Based on newly discovered letters, Healy’s new book The Great Dissent: How Oliver Wendell Holmes Changed His Mind—and Changed the History of Free Speech in America reveals the behind-the-scenes campaign by a group of progressives to shift Holmes’ perspective—which ultimately altered the course of American jurisprudence and constitutional interpretation.
Friday, September 20, 2013 - 8:30am - 8:45am
Nationally-recognized Japanese garden experts, Seiko Goto PhD., Jim Lampl, Dr. Frank Chance, and Koi Expert Joseph Zuritsky will lecture on topics such as: landscape architecture, the design and construction of water features, and Koi Care.
Located at the Shofuso Japanese House and Garden site, this day-long professional development program includes continental breakfast, bento box lunch, and afternoon snack. Space is limited and reservations are required.
Visit www.najga.org for details and registration.
Friday, September 20, 2013 - 12:00am - 12:00pm
Ambassador of Sierra Leone to the U.S., H.E. Bockarie Stevens, will speak at Arcadia University on the Diaspora's Contribution to the Millennium Challenge Coordinating Unit and the Compact Development Process in Sierra Leone.
Presented by Methuselah Z.O. Bradley IV, Sierra Leone's Honorary Consul to Philadelphia.
Thursday, September 19, 2013 - 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Travis is one of Britain’s most enduring (and most successful) pop bands and the pioneers of melodic indie rock. Their singalong chart-topping hits paved the way from Brit Pop to Coldplay and inspired a slew of bands from Snow Patrol to Keane. Now, their back touring with a new album – their first in five years – Where you Stand.
Thursday, September 19, 2013 - 8:00pm - 10:00pm
Travis is one of Britain’s most enduring (and most successful) pop bands and the pioneers of melodic indie rock. Their singalong chart-topping hits paved the way from Brit Pop to Coldplay and inspired a slew of bands from Snow Patrol to Keane. Now, their back touring with a new album – their first in five years – Where you Stand.
