Culture & Entertainment – Page 29

August Finale, September Debut

FunTimes WriterAugust 29, 2023November 20, 2024011 mins

August is fading but has one last charge for a great Philly finish before September comes calling.

Madosini: Honoring a Black South African Gem Whose Music Breathes Life into Rich Heritage

FunTimes WriterAugust 29, 2023November 20, 202408 mins

The cultural and indigenous music activist, who laughed as often as she played, was loved by everyone she met.

Empowering STEM Education in Our Community Through Hip-Hop: 5 Strategies to Foster Science Understanding

FunTimes WriterAugust 28, 2023November 20, 2024010 mins

To effectively use hip-hop in the classroom, it pays to understand that hip-hop is more than just a music form.

Music Video Controversies within the Black Community: Logos Olori’s Misinterpretation Sparks Religious Discussion

FunTimes WriterAugust 27, 2023November 20, 2024011 mins

Recently, Logos Olori – a Nigerian Afrobeats artist – released a video with supposedly Muslim men dancing to his song Jaye Lo in front of a mosque.

Children’s Books That Encourage Your Kids To See The World

FunTimes WriterAugust 26, 2023November 20, 202409 mins

Books with a travel theme are a great way to open your children’s minds to new adventures and excitement about the world around us.

Delightful Dog Days of August

FunTimes WriterAugust 22, 2023November 20, 2024015 mins

As we cruise into the summer home stretch, there’s no FOMO (Fear Of Missing Out) with these free or low-cost events in the Philadelphia area.

Cultural Significance of Some Timeless African Beads

Victoria Ezechukwu-NwagwuAugust 21, 2023November 3, 202406 mins

From the northern reaches of Morocco to the southern tip of South Africa, and from the eastern coast of Kenya to the western shores of Senegal, beads have played a central role in the lives of many African communities. Each region boasts of its own distinct beadwork traditions, characterized by a unique combination of materials, colors, and designs.

Cultural Significance of Some Timeless African Beads

FunTimes WriterAugust 21, 2023November 20, 202406 mins

Historically, African beads have served as a form of currency and a medium of exchange, contributing to the vast networks of trade that crisscrossed the continent.