Past Events

Pennsylvania International Week (PIW) is an annual program, organized in partnership with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Community and Economic Development. During this week, Pennsylvania’s Authorized Trade Representatives (ATRs), covering major markets around the world, visit Philadelphia to meet with local companies and discuss export opportunities in their respective markets.

Join Project for Nuclear Awareness, Drexel Office of International Affairs, UN Association of Greater Philadelphia, Alliance for a Sustainable Future and Physicians for Social Responsibility in welcoming Dr. William H. Hartung, Center for International Policy and Dr. Jacqueline Reich, Chestnut Hill College. Drs. Hartung and Reich will discuss the nuclear threat and prospects for nuclear disarmament. Free and open to the public.

In honor of the International Day of Peace and Peace Day Philly celebrations, Brothers in Harmony, reknowned local men's chorus, will entertain in the historic Philadelphia Meetinghouse at Friends Center. Reception with light refreshment follows the concert in the Cherry Street Room across the hall. Be certain to reserve this evening for a very special cultural experience.

Al-Bustan Seeds of Culture is launching a Saturday program, open to Kindergartners through 7th graders, focusing on Arabic instruction and reinforcement of the Arabic language through art, choir, drama, and percussion. Experienced Arabic speaking teachers incorporate the language throughout classes.

Tom Morr, of Select Greater Philadelphia, will lead a discussion on designing nonstop air travel between Philadelphia and East Asia.

Join ITVS and WHYY in an afternoon and evening that creatively examines community organizing, domestically and internationally. From 3 - 5 PM, a highly interactive workshop - sponsored by Trainings for Change - exploring how and why strategic nonviolence works. At 6 PM, a free screening of Pray the Devil Back to Hell, a documentary film chronicling the remarkable story of the courageous Liberian women who came together to end a bloody civil war and bring peace to their shattered country.

On September 13, 2011, Sales and Marketing Executives (SMEI) of Philadelphia introduce you to the skills you need to succeed in trade shows! Guest Speaker Traci Browne will share her expertise from years of successful convention management and exhibiting.

Philadelphia's CBS affiliate collates various, regional events commemorating the 10-year anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Events include prayer services, a tribute walk, and a commemoration at The National Constitution Center.

Featuring work by 31 artists from 7 countries, Alphabet of Art is an international visual arts exhibit examining letters, numbers, and music, bringing them together to create works where different ideas, principles and approaches to art meet. A first attempt of a larger project to identify the motives which compel artists to go beyond traditional boundaries. The exhibit hosts an opening reception on September 23 and a panel discussion on September 24.