Guest Commentary

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
Guest Commentary

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
Art for Change

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
How To Really Run A City

A Masterclass in Politics and Fearlessness

By J.P. Romney
Guest Commentary

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
Guest Commentary

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