Arts & Culture
What Really Happened When Dylan Went Electric?
The South Philly-based author of the book that’s the basis for the biopic A Complete Unknown on what the movie missed, how the Dylan and Swift cults compare, and who owns pop culture antihero status today.
By Larry PlattWhat to Read About Housing this Year
Several housing-focused books are coming out this winter and spring. Here, 12 worth your time in 2025
By Diana LindThe Original Meme Hits Philly
The Utah Teapot, the first 3D model and inside joke of the computer art community, celebrates its 50th anniversary at InLiquid Art Gallery.
By Nora Grace-FloodFun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
This week in Philly participate in a public art installation, see live theater premieres, hit up concerts and a Wicked drag brunch,and check out the Philadelphia Auto Show
By Lauren McCutcheon and Christina GriffithThe Best Ways To NOT Drink in Philly for Dry January
Planning to hop on the wagon for the next 31 days, more or less? Check out these non-alcoholic bars, mocktails and bottle shops in Philadelphia
By Courtney DuCheneTales of a Two Street Stomper
A dozen years ago, a South Jersey resident decided to cross the Delaware before dawn every New Year’s Day to join suited-up pals in a Mummers comics club. And she has never looked back
By Anne JohnsonYour 2025 Good (Philadelphia) Citizen Calendar
The dates you need for the end of the year for things to do in Philadelphia to make 2025 your civic best
By Lauren McCutcheon52 Small Ways To Make A Better Philly
Do one thing a week that makes you a better citizen of your city. Here, some ideas to get you started
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyThings to Do on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day in Philadelphia
From fireworks to nice dinners to hangover-curing brunches the next day—here are all the best ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in Philly this year.
By Lauren McCutcheonThis Kwanzaa, Define Thyself
The seven principles of the seven-day celebration, which starts today, are good guides for how to live all year round. A Citizen contributor and WURD host reflects on the ideal that means the most to him
By James Peterson