How to Start a Community Fridge

Dozens of community fridges have opened up in the last few years to help alleviate hunger. Here, a step-by-step guide to launching one in your neighborhood

By Nick Fiorellini
Citizens of The Week

Stephen Piner and Jamir Shaw

The Philly natives’ Dope Shows isn’t just changing the music and performance industry—it’s also building community and helping Philly youth

By Nick Fiorellini
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Peace Week

Take part in 15 free events this week aiming to create a more peaceful city leading up to International Peace Day on September 21.

By Nick Fiorellini

How to Organize a Street Cleanup

We talked to Ya Fav Trashman for tips on rallying your neighbors to beautify your block

By Nick Fiorellini
Business for Good

Nerd Street Gamers

The local company in the burgeoning field of esports is knocking down barriers and bringing more players into the—potentially lucrative—fray

By Nick Fiorellini
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Draw To Action Coloring Book

A local creative agency has found a way to support the artists and local organizations who make Philly better

By Nick Fiorellini
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B. PHL Innovation Fest

IBX’s three-day festival aims to spotlight—and connect—our region’s most passionate pioneers, including Citizen Co-Founder Larry Platt

By Nick Fiorellini
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“The Most Revolutionary” Exhibit

A new LGBTQ History Month show at William Way casts a thoughtful eye on three important American decades

By Nick Fiorellini

The Heartbeat of a Neighborhood

Violence in Overbrook might be what makes the news. But it’s not the whole—or even the most important—story to those who live there

By Nick Fiorellini
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SilentHike

Connect to nature, your city and yourself with a walking, musical meditation along Kelly Drive

By Nick Fiorellini