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Artificial Intelligence, Tool or Threat?

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Artificial intelligence is no longer the future—it’s here, shaping how we live, work, and connect every day. But with all its benefits come important questions: What risks should we be paying attention to? How is AI impacting your life—for better or worse—and who should be responsible for setting the boundaries?
Join us for a thoughtful and engaging conversation as part of our Bridging Blocks series—where ideas are shared, perspectives are heard, and community connections grow.
Friends Village – Styer Campus
331 Lower Dolington Road, Newtown, PA
Registration required
ncoverdale@friends-village.org
215-968-3346 ext. 100

West Philadelphia Friends: A Community Is Valued and Valuable

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In West Philadelphia, on Baltimore and 48th, there’s a building where Friends gather to meet. It is not a meetinghouse, but inside those walls, a small community keeps a meeting thriving.

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Making in Community: Handbuilding Ceramic Bowls

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This hands-on studio experience will be a guided workshop on building functional bowls for the dinnertable. Bowls are an essential part of the dining experience, and can be used for sharing, serving, or personal soups and salads. Students will have the opportunity to made and keep up to two food-safe bowls each. Techniques will include coil-building, slab-building, and painting with underglazes. The workshop will also serve as a time for reflection on community at the table and what it means to gather for meals and eat with one another.   

All clay and tools will be available at the Pendle Hill studio for students, but bringing an apron is encouraged. Participants will be able to pick up finished piece within a month of the workshop, once pieces have been bisque and glaze fired.   

This place is open to all levels of artistic ability. 

Children in Community: A PYM Family Gathering

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Joy, laughter, and creativity filled the air as Friends of all ages gathered at Kennett Friends Meeting for an unforgettable PYM Family Meetup on December 7th! The day was filled with meaningful connection and fun activities for both children and adults.

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