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SUMMARY:Third Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an unforgettable night out during Third Thursdays at the National Liberty Museum! Held monthly\, this vibrant after-hours event transforms the Museum into a lively social scene to connect with friends\, spark inspiration\, or simply unwind in a unique atmosphere. Sip on specialty cocktails and mocktails crafted exclusively for the night and enjoy an eclectic mix of creative entertainment—from live music and performance art to engaging workshops and interactive experiences. Each Third Thursday offers exclusive access to the Museum’s galleries\, allowing you to explore thought-provoking exhibits in a relaxed\, intimate setting. \nThird Thursdays are 21+ events. IDs will be checked upon entry. \n  \nTHIS MONTH \nGet ready to laugh as stand-up comedy takes center stage in a celebration of free expression and community connection. \nDoors open at 5:30 pm  |  Show begins at 6:30 pm \n  \nChip Chantry \nChip Chantry is a stand up comedian\, television writer and actor who can be seen in his role as Kyle the Liar on the Netflix comedy series Tires\, his debut comedy special Move Closer\, and as co-host of the comedy travel podcast Sunburnt. With his sharp writing and energetic stage presence\, Chip keeps audiences on their toes\, shifting easily from hard-hitting one-liners to well-crafted hilarious storytelling. Formerly a 4th grade teacher\, Chip Chantry left the classroom to pursue a career as a comedian. touring nationally and opening for acts such as Sarah Silverman\, Dave Chappelle\, Bob Saget\, and Gary Gulman. Coming up in the Philadelphia comedy scene\, Chip won Helium Comedy Club’s “Philly’s Phunniest” contest\, and was named “Best Comedian 2018” by Philadelphia Magazine. @chipchantry \n  \nKirsten Michelle Cills \nKirsten Michelle Cills is a Philly-native terminally ill comic known for her macabre demeanor and the oxygen tank that often accompanies her. Kirsten has headlined across the country\, and has been able to open for international headliners such as Tim Meadows\, Judy Gold\, Laurie Kilmartin\, Sean Patton\, Katherine Blanford\, and more. In addition to headlining clubs\, colleges\, and corporate events\, Kirsten recently at the Big Pine Comedy Festival & the Boston Comedy Festival\, where she was named ‘Best of Fest’ at both events. Go Birds. @kircomedy \n  \nKirk Griffiths \nKirk Griffiths has a knack for making people laugh\, chuckle\, and whistle expressions of joy. He has performed in comedy clubs\, theaters\, festivals\, basements\, attics\, and once: a quinceañera (hope that you are doing well\, Jessica!) Kirk has featured for national headliners Mike Birbiglia\, Chris Gethard\, Michelle Buteau and a variety of other comedy veterans. As an alumni of Kutztown University who originally hails from the Bronx\, NY\, Kirk offers a range of perspective that can be heard throughout bodegas and cul-de-sacs. Please\, stop reading this bio and go check out his comedy. @captainkeith24 \n  \nShane O’Connor \nShane is a young but ever-aging comedian from Philadelphia\, PA. His passion for comedy is only equaled by his passion for cereal. He hosts at Helium Comedy Club\, Punchline Philly and produces and hosts a bustling weekly bar show called Off Leash Comedy at Fergie’s Pub. Shane is a Features Contributor to the Onion. He also performs at other clubs across the country\, even New Jersey. He’s opened for funny folks like Zoltan Kaszas\, Conner O’Malley\, Colin Quinn\, Michael Kosta\, Joe List\, Fern Brady\, and Sarah Tollemache. @plane_shane \n  \nSpecialty Cocktails \nCrafted by Bartender Sean Clarke \nThe Punchline  |  Don Q Rum\, lime\, orange\, pineapple\, Tahitian Treat fruit punch\, Angostura\, mint garnish \nThe Bit  |  Gin\, Blue Curaçao\, St. Germain\, lemon\, absinthe spray\, lemon wedge garnish \n\n\nTICKETS\n$15 General Admission \nFree for National Liberty Museum Members \nTickets include 1 complimentary drink ticket\, additional alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks available for purchase \n  \nBECOME AN NLM MEMBER TODAY \nand receive free admission to Third Thursday events for an entire year! \n\nAce level members have access to 1 free ticket per event\nAlly and Advocate level members have access to 2 free tickets per event\nAmbassador level members have access to 4 free tickets per event\n\n 
URL:https://www.libertymuseum.org/event/third-thursday-july-2025/
LOCATION:National Liberty Museum\, 321 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,After Hours,Third Thursdays
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SUMMARY:Can You Say That? Cancel Culture\, Free Speech\, and the Future of Public Debate
DESCRIPTION:In an era where saying the wrong thing can spark a firestorm—or ignite a movement—what does it really mean to speak freely? Join a bold and timely conversation with Dov Davidoff (comedian and actor)\, Ernest Owens (author of The Case for Cancel Culture)\, and Rikki Schlott (co-author of The Canceling of the American Mind with Greg Lukianoff)\, moderated by Nick Gillespie (editor at large at Reason magazine and host of The Reason Interview with Nick Gillespie) as they unpack the politics\, power\, and pitfalls of cancel culture in today’s society. From the classroom to the comedy club\, this panel dives deep into the tensions between accountability and censorship\, and asks: Is cancel culture silencing voices\, or amplifying those who have gone unheard? \n  \nTICKETS \n$25 General Admission \n$10 National Liberty Museum or World Affairs Council Members \n$5 Students\, Teachers\, or School Faculty (w. Valid ID) \n  \nSCHEDULE OF EVENTS \n5:00 pm Doors open\, with access to all NLM galleries \n6:00 pm Panel begins\, followed by Q&A with the panelists and moderator \n7:30 pm Panel and Q&A concludes \n8:00 pm Doors close \n  \nLead support for NLM’s community initiatives\, including the Free Speech Speaker Series\, by
URL:https://www.libertymuseum.org/event/can-you-say-that/
LOCATION:National Liberty Museum\, 321 Chestnut Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults,After Hours,Educators,Speaker Programs
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