Associated Press Pennsylvania Daybook for Thursday, Feb. 19.

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NEW EVENT: Thursday, Feb. 19 12:00 PM Philadelphia Mayor Parker attends Philadelphia Tribune Black History celebration - Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle Parker attends Philadelphia Tribune Black History celebration. This year's theme is 'Honoring Our Legacy, Inspiring Our Future: A celebration of strength, Vision, and the Enduring Spirit of African Americans'

Location: The Union League of Philadelphia, 140 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA

Weblinks: https://www.phila.gov/

Contacts: City of Philadelphia, press@phila.gov

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NEW EVENT: Thursday, Feb. 19 2:00 PM PennDOT announces new funding under NEVI program - Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announces new funding under National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program to expand community electric vehicle charging statewide. Attendees include PennDOT Secretary Mike Carroll, Chester County Commission Chair Josh Maxwell and Vice-Chair Marian Moskowitz, and Chester County Commissioner Eric Roe

Location: Chester County Commissioners' Office, 313 W Market St #6202, West Chester, PA

Weblinks: http://www.dot.state.pa.us/, https://x.com/PennDOTNews

Contacts: Krys Johnson , Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, krysjohnso@pa.gov, 1 610 205 6797

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NEW EVENT: Thursday, Feb. 19 6:00 PM Dem Rep. Chris Deluzio launches reelection campaign - Democratic Rep. Chris Deluzio launches his campaign for reelection in Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District

Location: Allegheny County, PA

Weblinks: https://chrisforpa.com/

Contacts: Chris Deluzio for Congress, Zoe@chrisforpa.com, 1 971 285 7789

Exact venue on RSVP- https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdS0o0ScuzsXiu0Ht8QmHZZn_phFei6LNcE7OVr9r3SEAxsYA/viewform

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Thursday, Feb. 19 GIC and the LeBow College of Business Annual Sovereign Debt Restructuring Conference

Location: Gerri C. LeBow Hall, 3220 Market St, Philadelphia, PA

Weblinks: http://www.interdependence.org/, https://x.com/Interdependence

Contacts: GIC, info@interdependence.org, 1 215 238 0990

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Thursday, Feb. 19 - Saturday, Mar. 21 Previews begin for the world premiere of the musical comedy 'Starstruck' - 'Starstruck', previews begin for the world premiere of a musical comedy directed by Lorin Latarro, with music and lyrics by Emily Saliers and a book by Beth Malone and Mary Ann Stratton. Set in Sawtooth, Idaho, the production follows the astronomer Cyd DeBerg, who aims to secure Dark Sky Reserve status for Sawtooth, against the wishes of her fellow townspeople. Things take a turn when a nationally known NPR podcaster arrives to cover the conflict. Cast includes Malone, Krysta Rodriguez, Sam Gravitte, Danielle Lee Greaves, and Scott Stangland * Opening night 28 Feb

Location: Bucks County Playhouse, 70 S Main St, New Hope, PA

Weblinks: http://www.BCPTheater.org/, https://x.com/TheaterBCP

Contacts: Bucks County Playhouse, info@bcptheater.org

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Friday, Feb. 20 - Sunday, Feb. 22 Philly Home and Garden Show

Location: The Greater Philadelphia Expo Center, 100 Station Ave, Oaks, PA

Weblinks: http://www.phillyhomeandgarden.com/, https://x.com/PhillyHomeShow

Contacts: Jenna Naffin, Marketplace Events, JennaN@mpeshows.com, 1 484 854 9084

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Saturday, Feb. 21 Safe Harbour fundraiser - Night Without a Tux, 18th annual fundraising gala in aid of homelessness charity Safe Harbour. Evening features a dinner, a special guest speaker, a silent auction, and music

Location: Carlisle Country Club, 1242 Harrisburg Pike, Carlisle, PA

Weblinks: http://www.safeharbour.org/

Contacts: Scott K. Shewell, Safe Harbour, sshewell@safeharbour.org, 1 717 249 2200