Arts & Culture
What the Constitution Means to Me
There are just a few more days to catch this thought-provoking performance at Arden Theatre Co., but its message will stay with any engaged citizen long after.
By Erinda ShenoImprov to the Rescue
Philly’s robust improv community is using the comedy staple as an avenue for spreading life skills, connections and conversation for those who most need it (i.e., all of us)
By Daralyse LyonsAli Velshi Banned Book Club on The Bell Jar
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member interviews Emily Van Duyne, Sylvia Plath expert and author of the upcoming book Loving Sylvia Plath
By Ali VelshiCountdown to the 250th
The second annual pep rally for Philadelphia’s celebration of the country’s semiquincentennial is a fundraiser and party for planning our country’s birthday bash
By Lauren McCutcheonHow Special is A Philly Special Christmas Special?
The Citizen’s music reviewer (OK, social media manager), strongly dislikes Christmas music — yet strongly loves the Eagles. Here, she reviews Kelce and co.’s latest holiday album — all of it
By Olivia KramAli Velshi Banned Book Club on how LGBTQ+ Books Literally Save Lives
The MSNBC host talks with PFLAG CEO Brian Bond on the role LGBTQ+ books play in the community and the harm book bans are doing
By Ali VelshiThe Citizen’s Most Philly Gift Guide Ever
30+ perfect presents from small local merchants for every tried-and-true Philadelphian on your 2023 list
By Lauren McCutcheon, Jessica Blatt Press and Maggie PressThe Best Holiday Things to Do in Philly This Year
Tree lightings, makers markets, pop-up Christmas bars, live concerts, destination light displays, family festivities and several Nutcrackers: Everything you want and need to know about holidays in Philadelphia
By Lauren McCutcheon and Christina GriffithThanksgiving with Nan
The legendary photographer and chef recalls how his families gatherings went down — and offers a couple of tips for making your turkey tastier
By Reuben HarleyGiving Thanks, Despite Everything
Why gratitude and gratefulness — beyond the “hegemonic holiday colonialism” — matters more than ever
By James Peterson