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Hillsboro Public Library Hosts TED Democracy: Founding Futures - 06/03/26

Join us for a nationwide livestream event exploring democracy’s evolving story


On Saturday, June 13, 2026, Brookwood Library will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy.

 

Streaming live from Philadelphia leading up to America’s 250th birthday celebrations, this landmark event convenes bold thinkers and civic leaders to share ideas and solutions designed to inform and inspire.

 

We’re proud to serve as a host site and bring this important civic moment to our local community.

Event Details

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 8 am – 3 pm
Hillsboro Public Library, Brookwood Library Event Room

This hybrid event is a come-and-go format designed to fit your schedule. 

Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Translation and interpretation services are available upon request, with a notice period of 72 hours. Call 503-615-6500.  Requests submitted with less than 72 hours' notice cannot be guaranteed.

 

What to Expect

  • Livestream of 15+ brand-new TED Talks from the stage in Philadelphia
  • A welcoming space for shared civic engagement
  • Opportunities for reflection and conversation
  • Local speakers

TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures Speakers

 

Listen to some of the world’s brightest thinkers, offering brand-new TED Talks designed to challenge perspectives and inspire action.

 

Topics will range from media literacy and race to the intersection of AI and democracy, economic equity and more.

 

Speakers include:

  • Jon Alexander, Citizen Futurist
  • Terrill “Terry” Bouricius, Recovering Politician
  • Michael Dimock, President, Pew Research Center
  • Aria Florant, Reparations Catalyst
  • Jen Golbeck, AI Ethicist

    Full list of speakers

###

 

Through a collaboration with Visit Philadelphia and the American Library Association, and sponsored by The Pew Charitable Trusts, libraries across the country are hosting satellite livestream events — expanding access to these critical conversations and fostering local engagement nationwide.

Hillsboro Public Library Hosts TED Democracy: Founding Futures - 06/03/26

Join us for a nationwide livestream event exploring democracy’s evolving story


On Saturday, June 13, 2026, Brookwood Library will host a livestream of TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures, a daylong symposium featuring 15+ original TED Talks focused on the future of democracy.

 

Streaming live from Philadelphia leading up to America’s 250th birthday celebrations, this landmark event convenes bold thinkers and civic leaders to share ideas and solutions designed to inform and inspire.

 

We’re proud to serve as a host site and bring this important civic moment to our local community.

Event Details

Saturday, June 13, 2026 | 8 am – 3 pm
Hillsboro Public Library, Brookwood Library Event Room

This hybrid event is a come-and-go format designed to fit your schedule. 

Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Translation and interpretation services are available upon request, with a notice period of 72 hours. Call 503-615-6500.  Requests submitted with less than 72 hours' notice cannot be guaranteed.

 

What to Expect

  • Livestream of 15+ brand-new TED Talks from the stage in Philadelphia
  • A welcoming space for shared civic engagement
  • Opportunities for reflection and conversation
  • Local speakers

TED Democracy Philadelphia: Founding Futures Speakers

 

Listen to some of the world’s brightest thinkers, offering brand-new TED Talks designed to challenge perspectives and inspire action.

 

Topics will range from media literacy and race to the intersection of AI and democracy, economic equity and more.

 

Speakers include:

  • Jon Alexander, Citizen Futurist
  • Terrill “Terry” Bouricius, Recovering Politician
  • Michael Dimock, President, Pew Research Center
  • Aria Florant, Reparations Catalyst
  • Jen Golbeck, AI Ethicist

    Full list of speakers

###

 

Through a collaboration with Visit Philadelphia and the American Library Association, and sponsored by The Pew Charitable Trusts, libraries across the country are hosting satellite livestream events — expanding access to these critical conversations and fostering local engagement nationwide.