The Command: An Opinion Piece
The storm had been billed as a nor’easter, though I have never been clear about exactly what a nor’easter is. For about 24 hours there were periods of pounding rain and significant winds.
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Festive Events to Put Gravy on Your Holiday – Things to do & places to go in Philly for Thanksgiving fun!
From tofu to the real turkey, here are some upcoming free or low-cost in-person fun community feasts and activities to satisfy your Thanksgiving appetite.
Caring for a Premature Baby: What Parents Need to Know
On this World Prematurity Day, learn more about how preterm birth affects Black women differently, and how to care for your premature baby once they’re finally able to go home with you and your family.
Exploring the Culture of Morocco for Independence Day
Happy Independence Day, Morocco! Although the country gained independence from France on November 5th, 1955, the country celebrates independence on November 18th, as King Mohammed returned from exile as Moroccan ruler on November 18, 1955. To commemorate independence, we are exploring the intriguing culture and cuisine of Morocco. Let’s jump right in!
History of Diwali and its Importance to Indian Culture
iwali is India’s most significant celebration of the year, marking the victory of illumination over dark, wisdom over ignorance, and good over evil. The five days of Diwali are commemorated with prayer, feasts, fireworks, family gatherings, and charity giving, and are celebrated by over a billion people from all religions across India and its diaspora
The Reading Quilt: Family Values
Family is an integral part of African American culture, often celebrated in pop culture television shows and movies like “Everybody Hates Chris,” “Blackish,” and “Soul Food”. These shows epitomize the strong African American mother who is eclipsed by the stronger African American grandmother, both flanked by supportive husbands, precocious children, and nosey aunts and uncles
Build Back Better Act Event Recap
FunTimes partnered with the National Wildlife Federation to create awareness about environmental wellness endeavors that community members can utilize to save lives and stimulate the economy.
Celebs Talk Covid-19 Vaccinations: Ice Cube, and the History of the Sugar Cube Vaccine
According to media posts, Ice Cube has walked away from a $9 million comedy movie deal after the film producers reportedly requested that all cast members be vaccinated.
5 Best African American Authors
This article honors the legacy of 5 African American authors who have made an indelible effect on the literary world.
COVID Vaccine Mitigation Roundtable Discussion Event Recap Part II
On Thursday, October 28th, at 2:00 pm EST, FunTimes Magazine partnered with the Pennsylvania Department of Health and various media stakeholders to host the COVID Vaccine Hesitancy Roundtable, led by Dr. Denise A. Johnson