The Odyssey is For All of Us
Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster film is based on Penn Professor Emily Wilson’s translation of Homer’s epic. A long-time university president urges everyone to see, read or listen to the story — and support humanities education
By Elaine Maimon 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 Fetterman, Do Your Part To Stop Corruption
The City’s first Inspector General prosecuted financial crimes for 24 years. She warns that Congress’s CLARITY Act would make them harder to stop
By Amy Kurland “Why Was I Stopped?”
Police can legally question citizens without reasonable suspicion or probable cause in what are called “mere encounters.” But do citizens know they’re free to walk away?
By Kristen Demilio 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 Lisa Parker, Peace Maker
The local organizer of an international event believes Philadelphia can still become a beacon of nonviolence and cooperation
By Autumn Demberger 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