These documentaries do not simply teach the past; they explain the present. They show how laws, protests, art, and identity connect across generations; civil rights marches, modern activism, African independence movements and cultural revolutions.
History is often written by those who hold the pen, but the Bridge of Freedom initiative is about those who hold the memories. In a closed-door rehearsal for our upcoming event at Mother Bethel AME, our panelists gathered to prepare for what promises to be an evocative fireside conversation. What began as a logistical check-in quickly evolved into an exploration of what it means to be free in a global diaspora.
Here are a few activities honoring Carter G. Woodson’s legacy, as well as other events, like Valentine’s Day, to recognize and warm up a frigid February.
February really is that ‘short but mighty’ month. Not only is it Black History Month, but the universe decided that so many of our legends would be born during the very month we set aside to honor Black excellence.
Since it is the briefest month, let’s get going; here are some low-cost or free activities exploring Black History Month and other interesting topics.
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, FunTimes Magazine, in collaboration with Lincoln University, is launching the Bridge of Freedom Oral History Initiative. Our mission is urgent: to document the untold stories of African and Caribbean co-leadership in the U.S. Civil Rights movement before they are lost to time.
The 68th Annual Grammy Awards at the Crypto.com Arena wasn’t just another night of handing out gold gramophones. It felt like a definitive shift in the hierarchy of music. While the industry spent years debating if hip-hop and R&B were getting their due in the “Big Four” categories, 2026 was the year the artists stopped asking for permission and took over the room.
“We have a wonderful history behind us… If you are unable to demonstrate to the world that you have this record, the world will say to you, ‘You are not worthy to enjoy the blessings of democracy or anything else’.”
—Carter G. Woodson, Father of Black History Month.
The global entertainment industry is currently witnessing a significant pivot as African storytellers dismantle long-standing tropes through high-production animation and sophisticated literature. This movement, often described as a creative reclamation, ensures that the continent is no longer merely a setting for external narratives but a primary source of original, heroic, and intellectually stimulating content for children.
Here is some low-cost or free entertainment to thaw out in the season of freezin’!
