July 4th Reading of the Declaration of Independence; Take Action to Protect Scientific Integrity; Free Summer Science Program for Kids

July 4th Reading of the Declaration of Independence

Saturday, July 4th, 1:30PM, Allen Lane Train Station

Looking for a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the 4th of July this semiquincentennial year? PNN will be joining our allies tomorrow for a time of history, music, comradery and joy as we celebrate our nation's 250th anniversary with a reading of the Declaration of Independence.

The event will take place in front of the High Point Cafe at the Richard Allen Lane train station located at 7200 Cresheim Road in Mt. Airy. Audience participation will be sought in the reading of each part of the declaration - along with historical perspective on why our forebears were angry at King George and its relevance to the current would-be king.

While not necessary, attendees are encouraged to come in costume - perhaps a "mob cap" and apron for the ladies and a "tricorn" cap for the gents - easily obtainable online or at the Betsy Ross House in Old City. To see a snippet of last year's event, click here. If you would like to sign up to be one of the readers, then click below.

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Take Action to Protect Scientific Integrity

Nearly every American has benefited from federally funded research. Medical treatments, public health improvements, safer transportation, technologies we use every day, and countless other innovations were made possible through a research system built on scientific merit, independent review, and public accountability.

The Office of Management and Budget has proposed major changes to the rules governing all federal research grants. These changes would fundamentally alter how research is funded, increasing political influence over funding decisions, limiting support for certain areas of research, and opening the door to researchers being denied funding because of their institutional affiliations, viewpoints, or other political considerations rather than the quality of their science.

The proposal is open for public comment until July 13th, and anyone can submit feedback - including scientists, patients, advocates, universities, community organizations, and members of the public.

Submit a Comment

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Mondays at McCormick's

Monday, July 6th, 10AM, 2000 Market Street

If you're fed up with fascism, then join our allies at Mondays at McCormick's this coming Monday morning to continue what has become a year's worth of community presence to pressure our reluctant senator. This week's topic is Infrastructure & Inspiration. Join us for an enjoyable time with like-minded activists!

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Weekly ICE Vigil

Monday, July 6th, 11AM, 114 North 8th Street

Join State Senator Art Haywood and our allies as we keep vigil at the local Center City ICE office to call out their bad behavior. Keeping a regular presence is a way to remind them that we are watching and to remind our fellow citizens that while it looks like life is going on as usual, we cannot allow ourselves to accommodate fascism.

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Summer Science Program for Kids

July 6th thru July 9th, 4261 N. 5th Street

Looking for a FREE, fun and educational summer experience for your child? Science in the Summer at Esperanza College gives students entering 2nd through 6th grade the opportunity to explore hands on experiments, exciting group activities, and interactive science learning through this free community program offered in partnership with The Franklin Institute and GSK. All materials are provided. Click here to sign up.

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Word Scramble

OLTEINVOU

Clue: The process by which populations of organisms change over successive generations through inherited traits

Last Week's Word: REPUBLIC

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This Week in History

July 4, 1776 – U.S. is Born. The United States came into existence in our hometown, as the Continental Congress adopted the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain and its king.

July 6, 1976 – Women in Naval Academy. With the induction of 81 female midshipmen, the Naval Academy catches up with the times and breaks the gender barrier, paving the way for women officers.

July 10, 1925 – Monkey Trial Begins. John Scopes, a young high school science teacher, was accused of teaching evolution in violation of a Tennessee state law. The trial caught national attention and later became a book called, "Inherit the Wind".

Thanks for your activism!

Thanks for your activism!

Tim Brown, Organizing Director

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