On Saturday, June 13, 2026, our library will host a livestream of  TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy.

Streaming live from Philadelphia leading up to America’s 250th birthday celebration, this landmark event convenes bold thinkers and civic leaders to share ideas and solutions designed to inform and inspire.

Through a collaboration with Visit Philadelphia and the American Library Association, and sponsored by The Pew Charitable Trusts, libraries across the country are hosting satellite livestream events – expanding access to these critical conversations and fostering local engagement nationwide.

We’re proud to serve as a host site and bring this important civic moment to our local community.

Event Details

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at Baden Square, 700 Gary St.

10:00am – 11:30am:  Talks, session one

11:30am – 12:45pm:  Lunch, catered by Grouse Valley Catering

1:00pm – 2:30pm:  Talks, session two

3:00pm – 4:30pm:  Talks, session three

Free and open to the public! Whether you join us for all or part of the day, please register online here OR call the library at 620-221-4470 to let us know you are coming.

What to Expect

• Livestream of 15+ brand-new TED Talks from the Stage in Philadelphia
• A welcoming space for shared civic engagement
• Opportunities for reflection and conversation