How The Knicks (Yes, the Knicks) are Like Lincoln
A former Philadelphia Mayor on the political and life lessons gleaned from the NBA Finals
By Michael A. Nutter
Keep Shining, Philly
The city proved itself a remarkable host this summer. Now, a corporate leader notes, it’s time to keep competing on the world stage
By Roberto E. Perez
Bringing Music to the Masses
What began during Covid as outdoor concerts continues in spaces where live professional music can find new audiences
By Cara Kishter
Learning through Play
You know Philadelphia as the mural capital of the world. But did you know we’re closing in on Playful Learning capital too?
By Natalie Pompilio
Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week we have Twilight in the Gardens, Empire Strikes Back with the Philadelphia Orchestra,The Notebook at the Academy of Music, Colors of Creation, the Make the World Better Concert, and much more
By Christina Griffith
Renewing a Beloved Program for Kids in Crisis
The CFEVA’s Hand-in-Hand Outreach, which paused during Covid, still believes the power of helping Philadelphia’s most vulnerable children express themselves through creativity
By Saanvi Ram
Fixing the Prison-to-Temp (Worker) Pipeline
The temp work industry has more than doubled since 1990, but members of City Council and labor advocates say more accountability is long overdue
By Malcolm Burnley
A Masterclass in Politics and Fearlessness
Philly Trash Doesn’t Have to Burn in Chester
Mayor Parker wants to renew the City’s waste contract with a notorious Chester incinerator. Can City Council be our “clean and green” hero?
By Russell Zerbo
Is Haring Historic?
When it comes to the artist’s “We the Youth” mural in Point Breeze, a Philly curator says, well, duh
By RJ Rushmore