The Citizen Recommends: 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

In this installment of The Citizen’s new “How To” series, we talked to @YaFavTrashman for tips on rallying your neighbors to beautify your block

By Nick Fiorellini

How to Start a Community Fridge

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

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

How to Get Free Tax Preparation

You don’t have to spend your hard-earned dough on an overpriced tax-prep service. Instead, follow these tips to file on the cheap.

By Nick Fiorellini

Citizen Recommends: 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

The Citizen Recommends: 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

The Citizen Recommends: “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