Central Pennsylvania was the site of the latest Coming of Age launch with 120 people attending presentations on entrepreneurship, continuing education, and volunteer opportunities sponsored by WITF, the area's public broadcasting station; Senior Corps RSVP of the Capital Region, and AARP. A session for nonprofits focused on the importance of recruiting boomers and giving them a voice in the organization. Be sure to read the Coming of Age blog, written by keynote speaker Dick Goldberg, about the event.

The Arthur Ashe Youth Tennis and Education (AAYTE) program creates opportunities to improve the quality of life of young people from underserved, at-risk, multicultural populations through tennis and education. Volunteers are needed both to aid instructors with on-court tennis training of children ages 4-7 and with a reading program called Munchkin Reading. Training and orientation for volunteers will take place before the program begins. Sign up for one or both parts of the program. To learn more, call Johanna at (215) 487-3477.

A full-time Theaters Director is needed for The Franklin (Institute) to oversee all aspects of the Tuttleman IMAX theater, Franklin 3-D Theater, Fels Planetarium and Musser Theater. This position includes supervising theater staff, budgetary administration, maintaining accurate budget ledgers for all associated projects, and researching and developing programming for all theaters. Bachelors degree in business, film or media arts preferred. To learn more, click here.

The United Way of Southeastern PA, a Coming of Age founding partner, is seeking a Program Coordinator to oversee the Center of Youth Development’s training institute and develop resource materials to improve the quality of out-of-school time programs. Help expand and strengthen youth civic engagement opportunities in the region. Training and group experience required. Send cover letter and resume to United Way of Southeastern PA, 7 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Phila., 19103, or e-mail.

Put your commitment to community service into action...become an Americorps VISTA. There is a VISTA opportunity, shared by Coming of Age and Project SHINE, for someone with a communications background that includes writing, conducting research, and creating and maintaining web content. Through this year-long position, you will connect with members of the national SHINE communities, produce reports, and maintain and update databases. To find out how to apply, click here. 

11:00 am at Philadelphia Inquirer Building, 400 North Broad St., Philadelphia

As part of Hidden City, Philadelphia, artist Aleksandra Mir explores women’s issues, feminism and the roles of women in the news industry as they have been and continue to be portrayed by The Philadelphia Inquirer. The newspaper’s archives, extending back to 1829, serve as inspiration for four broadside prints that explore the emphasis and intention of stories by and featuring women. FREE.

3:00 pm at Rembrandt's Restaurant, 741 N. 23rd Street, Philadelphia

The culmination of Seniors Celebrate the Arts, a month-long, citywide celebration held in observance of Older Americans Month, will be a reception at Rembrandt's Restaurant, that will feature more than 30 original pieces created by Philadelphia's older adults. Meet the artists chosen for the exhibit and hear performances by Classic Tones, an a cappella group, and the Settlement Music School quartet. Wine and snacks will be served. FREE. For information, call (215) 763-2228.

6:00 pm at Center for Architecture, 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia

Building Philadelphia, a 10-part lecture series covering a broad range of topics relating to Philadelphia's 300 years of architecture, urban planning, and political/social history, covers three centuries of American architecture as represented in the city. This week's lecture, one of the two remaining, is Misfits and Heroes: Modernism in the Delaware Valley given by William Whitaker, curator, Architectural Archives, University of Pennsylvania. Cost: $30 per lecture.

6:30 pm at The Schuylkill Center, 8480 Hagy's Mill Road, Philadelphia

Can you live without your car? Consider attending a panel discussion with representatives of the Bicycle Coalition of Greater Philadelphia, PhillyCarShare, the City of Philadelphia and regional transportation organizations who will present exciting alternatives to owning and driving automobiles in and around Philadelphia. This program is part of the Center's Citizen Science Program Series. Reception at 6:30 pm. FREE.

11:00 am at KPMG, 1601 Market Street, Philadelphia

A free Urban League of Philadelphia Empowerment Seminar called Opportunity’s Knocking: Empower Yourself to Answer will be held for those looking for work or those who have jobs but want to transition. Information about careers in the green life sciences and technology fields for minority job seekers will be provided. Complimentary lunch. For more information or to register, call (215) 985-3220, ext. 210.

8:00 am at United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania, 7 Benjamin Franklin Parkway, Philadelphia,

Take advantage of this free job readiness seminar for nonprofit leaders being offered by Deloitte and held at United Way of Southeastern Pennsylvania. This day-long seminar, which will include one-to-one coaching, will cover resume skills, interviewing, reference and business etiquette, and financial planning. This event is free for non-profit executives to attend. Due to limited space, participation will be determined on a first come, first served basis. To participate, you must send an electronic copy of your resume to Gerri Griffin by June 3rd. What a great opportunity to receive professional help in your job search!