All Eyes On August
Read on for low-cost or no-cost entertainment spotlighting some of the new month’s community music, films, food, and women’s empowerment, as a summer of sizzling events and leisure programs continues.
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August 2024 In Philly: The 4 Biggest Events, Festivals & Exhibitions
August 2024, Philadelphia comes alive with exciting events, festivals, and celebrations that attract visitors both locally, and beyond the state.
FunTimes Celebrates Niger’s Independence Day
Today is Niger’s Independence Day! On this day, August 3rd of 1960, Niger declared colonial independence from France.
Top 5 Black Performances in NPR Tiny Desk
From well-known performers to up-and-coming artists, Tiny Desk events feature a variety of musical styles, including indie rock, hip-hop, and Afrobeats.
You’ll Flip Over These Events
As far as we know, no medals will be awarded at these upcoming local food, film, music, and literary events listed in our FunTimes column this week. But if you attend, they promise to be as joyful as watching the age-old Olympics.
Women Football Players In Africa Have Overcome Enormous Barriers – New Book Tells The Story
Women’s Football in Africa, the first in-depth book on the subject, traces the history of women’s soccer from initially being banned through to today’s growing numbers of fans and broadcasting potential.
All The Ways Gen Z Is Bringing Back Trends From The 2000s With A Modern Twist
Buckle up for a trip down memory lane, because the 2000s are back, and they’re getting a major Gen Z touch.
Games Wide Open: It’s Time For Black Athletic Dominance At The Paris 2024 Olympics
From the iconic figures who paved the way to the rising stars poised to make history, the legacy of Black athletes in the Olympics is a testament to resilience, determination, and unparalleled talent.
Around The Horn
Let’s go around the horn with an array of entertainment featuring everything from tasty tacos to old-school filthy funk.
Celebrating Agbogbo-Za Notsie’s Traditional Ewe Festival And Its Impact On Togo’s Tourism Economy
The town of Notsie, commonly regarded as the ancient capital of the Ewe people, has over the years held the historical event of the Agbogbo-Za Festival.