Photo of the Week

We at FunTimes Magazine hail from different parts of the world, including Philadelphia, Jamaica, and Nigeria! Take a peek of what our days look like from where we are! Read More »

7 Dishes to Try on St. Vincent and Grenadines’ Independence Day

Happy Independence Day to St. Vincent and the Grenadines! On October 27th, 1979, this Caribbean country gained independence from the British. In celebration of this Caribbean country’s independence, we are exploring 7 dishes from the country. Read More »

FunTimes Spotlight: Up Close and Personal with Dr. Carmen Febo San Miguel - Event Recap

FunTimes Magazine partnered with Taller Puertorriqueño to host ‘FunTimes Spotlight: Up Close and Personal’ with a special feature on Dr. Carmen Febo San Miguel, Executive Director of Taller Puertorriqueño. This event, hosted by Michelle Snow, Platinum Connect and Performance Coach, celebrated the work of Dr. Miguel and the legacy of Taller Puertorriqueño. Read More »

The 5 Best Desserts from the African Diaspora

There are a variety of African desserts, some influenced by the foreign civilizations who settled on the continent, and others based on ingredients that are naturally accessible in the area. Read More »

Celebrate Zambia’s Independence with these 7 Zambian Dishes

Happy Independence Day, Zambia! On October 24th, 1964, this Southern African country gained independence from the United Kingdom. To celebrate, we’re exploring 7 of the country’s most delicious dishes. Let’s jump right in! Read More »

History and Elements of African Art

The beginnings of African art history predates documented history and have been preserved in the mists of time. Rock art dates back millennia, while shell beads fashioned into a necklace were discovered in a cave in the furthest reaches of South Africa's southern peninsula that is 75,000 years old. Read More »

From the Clotilde Slave Ship to the NASCAR Cup: Dignity, Shattering Glass Ceilings and Dismantling Racism in NASCAR

On October 4th, 2021, William ‘Bubba’ Wallace became the first African-American racer to win a NASCAR Cup Series race in 58 years. Read More »