Vintage Julz, Glasses Guru
World renowned eyewear vendor Julian Emami talks the business of celebrity fashion with the brand marketer, chef and photographer
By Reuben Harley Socialism isn’t Winning; the Status Quo is Losing
Left, right or even moderate — what’s most essential is being a fighter for change rather than a defender of where we are (some effective incumbents excepted)
By David M. Stone Fun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week in Philly we have Bruno Mars and Breaking Benjamin live, Community Workday at East Fairmount Park, Labor Day celebrations, and much more
By Christina Griffith Mental Health in a Hoodie?
Hollie Mershon starred on Drexel’s hardwood, before knee injuries ended her pro career. Now she’s sparking conversations about mental health with an apparel brand
By Malcolm Burnley What Arts Funding?
It can drive the local economy and bring us all together. So why is City Hall lagging behind other cities in investing in arts and culture?
By Larry Platt Philadelphia’s Adult Literacy Rate is Not What You Think
Do more than half of us really read at or below a 5th grade level? An adult education researcher says it’s high time we understood the origin of that oft-cited, misunderstood factoid
By Jennifer D. Kobrin Things to Do This Week For America’s 250th
Your curated list of the best semiquincentennial events, exhibits, and activities happening in and around Philly
By Christina Griffith Beyond College Acceptance
How Heights Philadelphia is helping thousands of local students find their path to — and through — college
By Diemmy Dang Is The Antidote to Democratic Despair Thinking Smaller?
Coming together for your community is a first step in repairing our politically fractured society. Proof positive: Cities and towns across the U.S., even here in Philly, are doing it
By Richard McKnight