Topic: The Citizen Recommends
The Citizen Recommends: Moving Education Forward
Philly schools need innovation and innovators—TEDxIntrepidAveED, a virtual gathering on May 15th, will strive to enable and empower both.
By Jessica Blatt Press
The Citizen Recommends: “Dear President Biden”
American Values, Religious Voices—a campaign that creates pathways for civic discourse—will come to the stage on Monday with a live virtual performance and conversation
By Jessica Blatt Press
The Citizen Recommends: Iron Sharpens Iron
The podcast, launching today from two community organizers, aims to empower every citizen to improve our city, one front stoop at a time
By Jessica Blatt Press
Citizen Recommends: Draw To Action Coloring Book
A local creative agency has found a way to support the artists and local organizations who make Philly better
By Nick Fiorellini
The Citizen Recommends: Beethoven in Beijing
A soaring new documentary from Sam Katz's History Making Productions explores the Philadelphia Orchestra’s role in the revival of classical music in China almost 50 years ago ... and the lasting global impact today
By Christine Speer Lejeune
The Citizen Recommends: Art 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 Lejeune
The Citizen Recommends: The Grain Train
Grains of all varieties are finally having their “hay” day—and for good reason. Chefs and farmers at Sunday’s event will demonstrate their value, to health, the planet and, most of all, taste
By Jessica Blatt Press
The Citizen Recommends: They Carried Us
A riveting tome by two local educator/activists chronicles the lives of 95 African-American female trailblazers and their impact in Philly
By Jessica Blatt Press