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ArtWell Festival

Since 2000, the nonprofit has been using art to heal, help, and bring joy to Philly. On June 8th, you too can experience the beauty of their programming

By Jessica Blatt Press
Citizen of the Week

Michelle Angela Ortiz

The South Philly artist activist works to empower immigrants and galvanize the public and lawmakers into action through compassion

By Sarah Jordan
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Mission Story Slam

Come find the inspiration and motivation you’ve been craving to change the world

By Elizabeth Warner
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Science on Screen

Bryn Mawr Film Institute kicked off its 2nd spotlight on the sciences this week

By Siobhan Gleason
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Just Act, Go Vote 2.0

The experiential theater company uses drama to activate would-be voters. They’ll take their act anywhere in the city this primary season

By Katherine Bourque
Business For Good

Consumption with a Conscience

Philly-based Wearwell is a clothing delivery service that will have you looking—and doing—good

By Jessica Blatt Press
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Friends, Peace, and Sanctuary

This spring and summer, the Swarthmore-based project will use art to engage Philadelphians on the experiences of the Syrian and Iraqi refugees among us

By Jamie Bogert
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The Public

Join the Mental Health Partnerships and director Emilio Estevez for a film about people helping people

By Alyssa Biederman
Weekend Read

“No one replaces Benjamin Franklin”

Betsy Ross. Franklin. Even Rocky Balboa. A student of legendary journalist and Penn teacher Buzz Bissinger explores the world of Philly’s history icons

By Emily Cieslak
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The Whistling Orchestra

You’ve heard of a cappella—but a musical group made entirely of whistlers are taking “whistle while you work” to a whole new level this weekend

By Jamie Bogert