Arts & Culture
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With the installation of a Gandhi-inspired work at the Art Museum, we are urged to make peace with our foes—politically and otherwise
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyCycle City
Did the SEPTA strike turn Philly into a city of bikers?
By Quinn O'CallaghanShredding the Rap Sheet
The People’s Paper Co-Op helps ex-offenders clear their criminal records—and turn them into “paper smoothies”
By Quinn O'CallaghanLiving Music
How music venue World Cafe Live is filling a gap for Philadelphia school students
By Emma Copley EisenbergThe Ghosts of Frank Rizzo
We took a few diverse young Philadelphians to see the play about the former mayor. A frank and provocative race discussion followed
By Larry PlattWas Philly Free Streets a Success?
It was great—but could have been better. Some lessons for next time
By Dave KyuIndigenous Peoples Day
Cities around the country have replaced Columbus Day with a celebration of native people. In Philly, we celebrate a fairy tale that isn’t even historically true. Isn’t it time that changed?
By Roxanne Patel ShepelavyHow Philly Influenced Jane Jacobs
In an excerpt from the new biography of the citizen activist turned urban planner, guess which city showed her how not to do redevelopment?
By Robert KanigelFeastival
The premiere foodie event is more than a great party; it’s also a sign that dining out has become a socio-political movement
By Larry PlattCharitable Arts
Philanthropist Ajay Raju—with help from Christie’s Auction House—uses international art to make Philly a destination city and connect the haves and have-nots
By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy