Arts & Culture
Your Next Great Reads
Many of the brilliant thinkers who will be at our 7th annual Ideas We Should Steal Festival on November 15 have not-to-miss books. Check them out — then, get your tickets to hear them live
By Jessica Blatt PressDominique Calhoun
The iconic brand marketer, photographer and chef speaks with one of Philadelphia’s most recherché tastemakers, whose high-end clients include former Eagle Malcolm Jenkins
By Reuben HarleyElection Day Freebies, Deals and Fun
You voted? Now celebrate yo-self with a free beer or two, discounted tickets, gratis bike rides, complimentary snacks and free parties all across Philly
By Navya Nair and Lauren McCutcheonFun Things to Do in Philly this Week and Weekend
Election Day dominates this week's headlines, but other worthy distractions include Veterans Day, Love Your Park Weekend, a film festival, concerts and the Rocky Run
By Lauren McCutcheon and Christina GriffithYour 2024 Good (Philadelphia) Citizen Calendar
The dates you need in September and beyond for things to do in Philadelphia to make this year your civic best
By Lauren McCutcheonThe Black Rap Avatars of Trumpism
The long history of Hip Hop’s infatuation with Trump, explained
By James PetersonArt Ignites Change for the People of Philadelphia
The founder and executive director of Mural Arts Philadelphia reflects on 40 years of watching art-making transform individuals and communities
By Jane GoldenBinh Nguyen
The iconic brand marketer, chef and photographer meets up with a PR dynamo, fashion maven and mentor who’s shaping how the country sees Philadelphia — and how Asian American girls see their futures
By Reuben HarleyAli Velshi Banned Book Club The Miseducation of Cameron Post
The MSNBC host and Citizen board member talks with Emily M. Danforth, author of the award-winning coming-of-age novel about LGBTQ+ teens having a place in literary canon
By Ali VelshiThe Halloweenist
Artist Sam Heimer has made a career out of making joyfully macabre, darkly nostalgic illustrations in a bid to celebrate All Hallows Eve all year long
By RJ Rushmore