“Sweet Sorrow: A Zombie Ballet” returns for its 3rd annual production during Halloween season. Watch the first 2 minutes of this video from last year explaining the process of creating the sequel to Romeo & Juliet for a new age of audience members.
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At this library, it’s humans on loan, not books
Discover a new way to walk a mile in another’s shoes with a new type of library that tells the real stories of different people.
Greta Thunberg and George Monbiot make short film on climate crisis – video
Watch this quick public service announcement with world-renowned activist Greta Thunberg as it highlights aspects of her personal quest to inspire others to take action in preserving our climate.
A Decade Later, the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Has Left an Abyssal Wasteland
Discover the aftermath of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill years later and what these adverse effects have wrought on the local marine life.
Irish Potato Famine
Read about the great Irish Potato Famine, how it affected the Irish people, and how it contributed to a mass migration to the U.S.
Why Do We Fall in Love?
Watch this video to see how your idea of ‘love’ stacks up against your fellow teens’ views.
Melissa Malzkuhn on the power of connecting through language
Watch this video about the power of language and ways it affects our perception.
Cherokee Nation Says It Is Owed a Representative in Congress
Listen to this radio report to learn about the Cherokee Nation’s bid to claim a U.S. Congress delegate seat.
Teens’ Play Brings Immigration Conversation to North Texas
Read this article about one group of teens bringing a national conversation to their local theatre stage.
20 Historic Moments in the Fight for LGBTQ Rights
Read about some famous historical moments and their impact on policies today regarding the struggle for LGBTQ rights.
Building Social Bonds: connections that promote well-being
Read about the importance of the social bonds we make and maintain as well as how these connections make us healthier and happier.
Teens and Boston Cops Find Common Ground
Watch this video about how, despite having a history of racial tensions, the Boston Police Department is working closely with youths to find commonalities, easing tensions between officers and minorities, and avoiding the violence that is occurring in other U.S. cities.
This classic formula can show you how to live more heroically
| Have you ever wished for a how-to guide to being a hero? Well, read about this classic formula to get you started on your own heroic quest. |
A Visit to the Museum of Broken Relationships
Watch this video to learn about a collection of artifacts cataloging what happens after relationships end and love dies.
WHO declares Ebola outbreak in Congo a global health emergency
Learn about the deadly outbreak of Ebola in Africa, how it spreads quickly, and why it is so difficult to contain.
The Benefits of Volunteering as a Family
Learn about the benefits of volunteering as a family and the positive impact it has on our communities.
“It’s strangely powerful” – step inside the Empathy Museum
Watch a video explaining what empathy is, how it enriches our lives, and why it brings us together.
Sri Lankan Catholics mark 1 week since Easter Sunday attacks
Read about reactions to the Easter Bombings in Sri Lanka, and watch the video about effects this tragedy has had on the local Muslim community. In the midst of this tragedy, the country searches for ways to bring people together despite religious differences.
MIT ‘hackers’ turn Great Dome into Captain America’s shield
Learn about a secret society of MIT pranksters and their quest to show their excitement over the release of the new Avengers movie.
U.S. Soccer President ‘surprised’ by women’s team’s gender discrimination suit
Along with opportunities for women excel in athletics comes the struggle to be paid fairly. Learn about the discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Women’s Soccer Team, who are paid far less than their male counterparts despite being much more successful on the world stage.