Arts & Culture
“Compilation of Love”
A new album featuring Philly musicians is raising money for Women Against Abuse and the survivors of intimate partner violence who rely on the organization’s life-saving services
By Jessica Blatt PressArt for Social Justice
“Points of Connection”—a collection of 10 portraits by the DA’s first-ever artist-in-residence—offers a moving look at the people impacted by, and impacting, our justice system
By Christine Speer LejeuneVirtual Book Club with Diana Lind
The local writer and urbanist will talk with Drexel University’s Bruce Katz about how to transform our approach to housing for the good of all
By Jessica Blatt PressIndigenous Peoples’ Day 2020
Celebrate the surviving and thriving of the native people in our communities this weekend
By Katherine RapinBearing Witness
When the pandemic hit Philly, a local photojournalist felt called to chronicle what was happening in his community. His months with the Black Doctors Covid-19 Consortium revealed heroism in the midst of tragedy
By James Peterson and Raymond Holman, Jr.Why Black Books Matter
North Philly literacy nonprofit Tree House Books works to make sure that every child has access to books and opportunities to fulfill their dreams
By Christine Speer LejeuneCydney Brown
Philly’s new Youth Poet Laureate doesn’t just write well—she does G.O.O.D.
By Jessica Blatt PressA Love Letter to the Post Office
The USPS is in the news these days for its (potential) election-related failings. But a novelist and Penn professor remembers it for its beauty
By Lorene CaryCOGRID-19
When the pandemic hit, local creative director Jason Rothman turned to what he knows best to help: wrangling artists to design a poster for charity
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy“Actors Have to Work On Their Craft”
The Covid-19 recession has hit theater—and those who work in it—hard. A virtual networking support group is helping them stay connected
By Jane M. Von Bergen