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Puffin Reopening in April
March 18, 2022
We are excited to announce the resumption of live, in-person events at the Puffin Cultural Forum starting in April. To make sure that we are all safe, proof of full vaccination is required by showing a photo ID along with your vaccination card, the Docket mobile app, or the Excelsior Read More
OptOut App Launches Today
March 14, 2022
Today marks the launch of OptOut, a new app and newsletter offering a curated selection of thoughtful, independent, and progressive news and opinion. With much of corporate media unwilling or unable to take a deep dive with their coverage, OptOut offers readers and listeners a serious (and easy to use) resource for understanding the Read More
Puffin Prize for Creative Citizenship awarded to the National Network of Abortion Funds
March 2, 2022
Type Media Center & The Puffin Foundation are pleased to announce the recipient of the 2021 Puffin Prize for Creative Citizenship is the National Network for Abortion Funds (NNAF). The NNAF is a network of over 90 community organizations that works with members to break down logistical and economic barriers Read More
Puffin Cultural Forum presents We the People
February 25, 2022
The meaning of the American identity has been fraught with distorted symbolism and meaning. Puffin’s latest exhibition explores what it means to be American, with the recognition that the term has been politically hijacked in recent years. The collection of selected pieces featured below frame a critique of racist and Read More
Puffin Holiday Hours
February 18, 2022
The offices of the Puffin Foundation and Cultural Forum will be closed Monday February, 21. We’ll resume regular hours on Tuesday. Have a great President’s Day Read More
Weekend Events You Might Have Missed
February 14, 2022
Ben Rosenblum Trio Pianist and accordionist Ben Rosenblum performs a selection of improvised jazz that draws from international influences ranging from roots, and classic jazz. The New York City-based multi-instrumentalist has been described as “mature beyond his years,” (Sea of Tranquility), an “impressive talent” (All About Jazz), who “caresses [the Read More
Author Interview Series Rescheduled
February 6, 2022
Due to unforeseen circumstances today’s interview with Dr. Chuman, Zachary Sklar, and Michael Smith is reschedule for February 13 at 4pm. Hope to see you Read More
Holiday Weekend Hours
January 14, 2022
The offices of the Puffin Foundation and Cultural Forum will be closed on Monday 1/17. If you’re looking for ways to honor Dr. King this weekend you could participate in MLK Day of Service, support The King Center, or support another local non profit. Have a great Read More
How to Build a Fire: A Storytelling Series
January 7, 2022
Puffin is proud to be a prime sponsor of “How to Build a Fire”, a long-form storytelling series at Open Source Gallery, which takes place on the last Friday of every month. The Puffin Cultural Forum is proud to present How to Build a Fire (HTBAF) a co-sponsored event between Read More
2022 ALBA/Puffin Award for Human Rights Activism recognizes Life After Hate
January 6, 2022
Each year the ALBA/Puffin Award for Human Rights Activism recognizes champions whose work confronts and challenges the ongoing threats to the rights of all peoples. This year’s $100,000 prize celebrates Life after Hate, an organization created by former extremists to help people leave their violent, far right past to lead Read More
