Browse Past Events
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Studio C70: General Election Day Edition
November 3, 2026 9:00 am – 4:00 pmFacebook Live / YouTube
On Election Day, the Committee of Seventy will once again host “Studio C70,” an interview forum for the city and state’s leading policymakers and civic leaders to share their thoughts about the general election and issues that are front-of-mind for Pennsylvania voters. You can watch these interviews as they happen on C70’s Facebook page, or…
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Poll Worker – Ask Me Anything
November 2, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmZoom
With Election Day just around the corner, poll workers may still have questions about what to expect at the polls. Join the Committee of Seventy on Monday, November 2, from 6:00–7:00 PM for a virtual Poll Worker Ask Me Anything session designed to address last-minute questions and concerns ahead of Election Day. C70’s Senior Program…
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Poll Watcher Information Session
October 29, 2026 12:30 pm – 1:30 pmLearn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher. In addition to those considering becoming poll watchers, this session is also open to poll workers, so they can learn about the people who might be working alongside them on Election Day.
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Poll Watcher Information Session
October 28, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmLearn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher. In addition to those considering becoming poll watchers, this session is also open to poll workers, so they can learn about the people who might be working alongside them on Election Day.
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Poll Worker 101
October 27, 2026 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmThis information session will build on the required trainings provided by Pennsylvania counties, covering the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania and giving additional details on important procedures. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.
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2026 General Election Briefing: What to Know Before November 3
October 26, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmVirtual
Join the Committee of Seventy (C70) for a free, nonpartisan briefing ahead of Pennsylvania’s November 3 general election. With Election Day just over a week away, this session will help voters better understand what’s on their ballots, the races to watch, and what to expect when casting their votes. C70’s Vice President of Policy, Andrew…
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Poll Worker 101
October 26, 2026 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmThis information session will build on the required trainings provided by Pennsylvania counties, covering the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania and giving additional details on important procedures. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.
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The Election Academy – Washington County
October 22, 2026 6:00 pmLearn how elections work in Southwest Pennsylvania and how you can participate with confidence This event provides a behind-the-scenes look at election administration, details on vote by mail and voter registrations operations. Participants will tour the Washington County facility and hear directly from election officials about the systems and safeguards that support free, fair, and…
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Poll Watcher Information Session
October 22, 2026 12:30 pm – 1:30 pmLearn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher. In addition to those considering becoming poll watchers, this session is also open to poll workers, so they can learn about the people who might be working alongside them on Election Day.
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Pulse of Pennsylvania: Voter Insights Ahead of the Midterm Elections
October 21, 2026 6:00 pmThe Ethical Society
The Committee of Seventy and Franklin & Marshall College invite you to join us for a live event at the Ethical Society of Philadelphia for an in-depth, expert analysis of Pennsylvania politics. Committee of Seventy President and CEO Lauren Cristella will moderate a discussion with Berwood Yost, director of the Franklin & Marshall College Center…
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Poll Watcher Information Session
October 21, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmLearn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher. In addition to those considering becoming poll watchers, this session is also open to poll workers, so they can learn about the people who might be working alongside them on Election Day.
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Poll Worker 101
October 20, 2026 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmThis information session will build on the required trainings provided by Pennsylvania counties, covering the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania and giving additional details on important procedures. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.
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Poll Worker 101
October 19, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmThis information session will build on the required trainings provided by Pennsylvania counties, covering the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania and giving additional details on important procedures. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.
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Poll Watcher Information Session
October 15, 2026 12:30 pm – 1:30 pmLearn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher. In addition to those considering becoming poll watchers, this session is also open to poll workers, so they can learn about the people who might be working alongside them on Election Day.
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Poll Watcher Information Session
October 14, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmLearn more about what you can (and cannot) do as a poll watcher. In addition to those considering becoming poll watchers, this session is also open to poll workers, so they can learn about the people who might be working alongside them on Election Day.
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Poll Worker 101
October 13, 2026 12:00 pm – 1:00 pmThis information session will build on the required trainings provided by Pennsylvania counties, covering the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania and giving additional details on important procedures. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.
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Poll Worker 101
October 12, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmThis information session will build on the required trainings provided by Pennsylvania counties, covering the basics of working the polls in Pennsylvania and giving additional details on important procedures. It is perfect for a first-time poll worker or experienced poll worker who wants to brush up on their knowledge.
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Donuts & Democracy
September 24, 2026 8:30 am – 12:00 pmThe Committee of Seventy Office
Start your morning with donuts, light refreshments, and a behind-the-scenes look at Philadelphia City Council. Join us for breakfast, a How City Council Works presentation, and a Q&A with our VP of Policy, Andrew McGinley, to learn how legislation moves through Council, what to watch for during the day’s meeting, and how residents can engage…
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Philadelphia Documenters Relaunch
August 26, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:30 pmPhiladelphia Ethical Society
Public meetings shape our schools, our streets, and the Philadelphia city budget. But right now, most of these meetings go completely unrecorded. The Philadelphia Documenters program is changing that. We train and pay everyday residents to attend public sessions, take accurate notes, and publish them so everyone knows what’s happening behind closed doors. Built on City Bureau’s…
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The Promise of Democracy Summit: 250 Years and the Path Ahead
July 15–16, 2026Philadelphia, PA
Thank you to everyone who attended our summit! In 2026, Philadelphia, the birthplace of American democracy, marked a pivotal milestone — the 250th anniversary of the United States. This momentous occasion called for a reflection on the nation’s democratic journey, from the ideals of equality and liberty embedded in the Declaration of Independence to the…
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Women in Public Leadership 2026
June 3, 2026 8:30 am – 10:30 amIgniting and Enduring: Trailblazers who Spark, Advance, and Protect Women’s Rights Join us for a morning of powerful conversation at the Committee of Seventy’s 5th annual Women in Public Leadership event, bringing together some of the region’s most dynamic voices on the front lines of women’s rights. This year’s panel will explore women’s leadership as…
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The Declaration on Trial
April 21, 2026 10:00 am – 11:30 amParkway Central Branch, Free Library of Philadelphia
The Declaration of Independence helped launch a nation grounded in powerful ideals: equality, liberty, and self-government. At the same time, it reflected contradictions and exclusions that continue to shape American democracy today. Was the Declaration justified when it was written? And how should we understand it now? Join the Committee of Seventy, in partnership with…
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Breaking Down the Mayor’s Budget Address: What It Means for Philadelphia
April 16, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmVirtual, on Zoom
Philadelphia’s city budget shapes everything from housing and public safety to education, transit, and neighborhood services. Understanding how it works is key to making your voice heard on the priorities that matter most to you. Join us on Thursday, April 16 at 6 p.m. for a webinar breaking down Mayor Cherelle Parker’s fiscal year 2027…
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Election Academy: Voter Registration
April 7–9, 2026 6:00 pm – 7:30 pmPhiladelphia City Commissioners’ Office – Riverview Place
As part of the Election Academy series, the Committee of Seventy and the Philadelphia City Commissioners’ Office are hosting two in-person classes focused on understanding voter registration in Philadelphia. Many organizations and volunteers regularly assist with voter registration, but the process involves specific requirements that are not always widely understood. When forms are submitted incorrectly…