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Philly Music Fest

The annual event presents nine shows over seven days in venues all over town to raise money for music education in schools. Come for the bands you don’t yet know you’ll love

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy
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LOOK HERE, Art for All

What if art exhibitions — and art itself — were accessible for people with disabilities? What if they featured artists with disabilities? Find out at a new multi-location art show

By Courtney DuChene
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Ken Burns on the American Revolution, Today

The award-winning documentarian will be in town October 9 to promote his upcoming PBS series on our country’s founding

By Delaney Parks
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Celebrate Constitution Day by Defending our Founding Document

The unsung holiday — this week — is more important than ever this year, argues a longtime university president, who suggests an inspiring visit to an Independence Mall institution

By Elaine Maimon
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Education Law Center’s 50th Anniversary Celebration

The nonprofit law firm endlessly fighting for PA students and their families is honoring three “champions” at a fundraising gala, including Citizen Board Member Jennifer Rice

By Malcolm Burnley
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Philly Youth Music Fest

The second annual concert on July 15 is organized by youth, features youth bands and is geared towards a youth audience. Get your tickets now

By Charissa Howard
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Philadelphia Boys Choir and Chorale

The spring concert in June is a chance to hear the country’s premier children’s choral group for yourself. What are you waiting for?

By Cassie Burkhardt
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MISSION Story Slam

B Corps PWPVideo hosts its 12th slam bringing together nonprofit and community leaders around a common theme: The Time is Now

By Courtney DuChene
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UArts’ Celebration of Life

The developer of University of the Arts’ shuttered Furness and Hamilton halls hosts a multi-day memorial that’s part shiva, part reunion, part performance and part open house.

By Courtney DuChene
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Total Impact Summit

The annual gathering of do-good investors — and those who want to become one — is more pertinent than ever. How are you using your money to help Philly?

By Courtney DuChene