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SUMMARY:Watch Party: France VS Iraq
DESCRIPTION:France vs. Iraq: a clash of blue fire and rising lion energy on the world stage. \nCelebrate the France vs. Iraq match with a watch party that highlights Philadelphia’s role as a cultural bridge between France and the African continent. Through its vibrant Francophone African communities\, from Senegal and Mali to Côte d’Ivoire\, Cameroon\, and the DRC\, Philadelphia carries the rhythms\, languages\, and traditions that connect West and Central Africa to the French‑speaking world. These communities enrich the city’s neighborhoods with culture\, entrepreneurship\, and global perspective\, while French cultural institutions and academic partnerships deepen the ties even further. As France and Iraq take the pitch\, we gather in Southwest Philadelphia to honor this living Francophone legacy\, uplift diaspora pride\, and celebrate the global spirit that defines Africatown.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/watch-party-france-vs-iraq/
LOCATION:Watch Party\, 55th St between Chester Avenue and Kingsessing Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T230000
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CREATED:20260526T154218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183259Z
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SUMMARY:Watch Party: Brazil VS Haiti
DESCRIPTION:Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador: A high‑energy watch party celebrating Ivorian pride\, Philly connections\, and the Global African Diaspora spirit. \nCelebrate the Brazil vs. Haiti match with a watch party that honors two communities whose histories and cultural brilliance deeply resonate with Philadelphia. As sister cities\, Philadelphia and Salvador da Bahia share a living kinship\, places where African heritage shapes identity\, creativity\, and community. Brazil’s Afro‑Brazilian cultural capital mirrors Philadelphia’s own Black vibrancy\, with music\, dance\, food\, and community organizing forming a bridge across the diaspora. At the same time\, Philadelphia’s long‑standing Haitian community brings a spirit of resilience\, freedom\, and cultural pride that echoes Haiti’s legacy as the world’s first Black republic. These connections make this match more than a game. It is a celebration of shared roots\, global Black culture\, and the powerful diaspora heartbeat of Africatown.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/watch-party-brazil-vs-haiti/
LOCATION:Watch Party\, 55th St between Chester Avenue and Kingsessing Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260614T220000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183226Z
CREATED:20260526T154113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183226Z
UID:26881-1781456400-1781474400@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Watch Party: Ecuador VS Ivory Coast
DESCRIPTION:Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador: A high‑energy watch party celebrating Ivorian pride\, Philly connections\, and the Global African Diaspora spirit. \nCelebrate the Ivory Coast vs. Ecuador match with a watch party that highlights the deep ties between Philadelphia and Côte d’Ivoire. President Alassane Ouattara’s academic journey at Drexel University and the University of Pennsylvania reflects the long-standing connection between our city and Ivorian leadership\, while the vibrant Ivorian diaspora continues to enrich Philadelphia’s cultural and entrepreneurial landscape. As we gather to cheer on the Elephants\, this watch party becomes more than a game. It is a celebration of shared history\, community pride\, and the global African spirit that thrives in Southwest Philadelphia.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/watch-party-ecuador-vs-ivory-coast/
LOCATION:Watch Party\, 55th St between Chester Avenue and Kingsessing Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260615
DTSTAMP:20260526T154533Z
CREATED:20260526T154533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T154533Z
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SUMMARY:Odunde 2026
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/odunde-2026/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183127Z
CREATED:20260526T154622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183127Z
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SUMMARY:African Business Round Table & Reception
DESCRIPTION:A powerhouse convening of African excellence: leaders\, thinkers\, diplomats\, and the global diaspora. \nThe Annual ODUNDE African Business Roundtable is a gathering where the full force of global African leadership comes into one room. Business leaders\, community builders\, thought leaders\, diplomats\, and members of the worldwide African diaspora convene to shape a shared vision for economic growth\, cultural connection\, and global opportunity. Rooted in ODUNDE’s legacy of celebrating African heritage and diaspora excellence\, the Roundtable creates a space for collaboration\, innovation\, and strategic partnership. It is more than a meeting. It is a powerful convergence of voices committed to advancing Africa’s future and strengthening the global African community.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/african-business-round-table-reception/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260605T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183055Z
CREATED:20260526T153714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183055Z
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SUMMARY:Africatown Signage Unveiling & Media Launch Event
DESCRIPTION:Be part of a historic moment as we unveil the new Africatown signage and officially launch the African Diaspora Cultural Summer Experience\, a major milestone in establishing Africatown as a cultural and economic hub in Southwest Philadelphia. \nThe Africatown Signage Unveiling & Media Launch Event marks a significant milestone in establishing Africatown as a cultural and economic hub in Southwest Philadelphia. This celebration introduces the African Diaspora Cultural Summer Experience\, a dynamic series featuring soccer watch parties\, an African Diaspora Ball\, a Street Festival\, Live Music\, and a Basketball Tournament. Community leaders\, businesses\, city and state officials\, partners\, and supporters will come together to honor this achievement\, share the vision for the summer series\, and highlight the opportunities it creates for local entrepreneurs\, artists\, and residents. This event sets the stage for a vibrant season of culture\, connection\, and community impact.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/africatown-signage-unveiling-media-launch-event/
LOCATION:Signage Unveil\, Woodland and 60th Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260601T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T183019Z
CREATED:20260526T154735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T183019Z
UID:26898-1780311600-1780318800@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Juneteenth Flag Raising
DESCRIPTION:Honoring freedom\, uplifting community\, and uniting the Global African Diaspora in celebration. \nThe Philadelphia Juneteenth Family stands at the heart of the city’s commitment to community cohesion\, cross‑cultural understanding\, and the social and economic advancement of the African American diaspora. Rooted in the spirit of liberation and collective progress\, the organization brings Philadelphians together to honor history while building pathways for a stronger future. On June 1\, 2026 at 11 a.m.\, the Philadelphia National Juneteenth Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall will mark the official beginning of the city’s Juneteenth season\, a moment of remembrance\, pride\, and unity as the Juneteenth flag rises over the civic center of our city.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/juneteenth-flag-raising/
LOCATION:Philadelphia City Hall
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260525T173000
DTSTAMP:20260526T153841Z
CREATED:20260526T153457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T153841Z
UID:26873-1779717600-1779730200@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:African Liberation Day
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate African Liberation Day in Philadelphia as ACANA honors May 25th with Dr. Molefi K. Asante and a powerful art exhibition by renowned multimedia artist Kayode Malomo. \nAfrican Liberation Day was originally created in 1963 by the Organization of African Unity (OAU) and is now celebrated on May 25th every year around the world. When the OAU became the African Union (AU) in 2002\, Africa Day continued as a major global celebration. On May 25th\, we will honor that important date in Philadelphia at the African Cultural Alliance of North America (ACANA) with a presentation by the great Dr. Molefi K. Asante Department of Africology and African American Studies\, Temple University and an Art Exhibit by a renowned African Multimedia Artist Kayode Malomo.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/african-liberation-day/
LOCATION:ACANA\, 5530 Chester Avenue\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19143
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T163000
DTSTAMP:20240918T172957Z
CREATED:20240918T172957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T172957Z
UID:26270-1726830000-1726849800@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Job Fair - Recruitment for the Africa Center Construction
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/job-fair-recruitment-for-the-africa-center-construction/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240804T200000
DTSTAMP:20240730T131602Z
CREATED:20240730T131533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240730T131602Z
UID:26206-1722780000-1722801600@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:ACANA FEST 2024
DESCRIPTION:Learn more at https://acanaus.org/culture/ \nSign up on EventBrite: ACANA FEST 2024: The 16th Edition at Cherry Street Pier
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/acana-fest-2024/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acanaus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/acanaposter.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240628T170000
DTSTAMP:20240626T184229Z
CREATED:20240626T184229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T184229Z
UID:26146-1719583200-1719594000@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:The Mother Mural Dedication
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/the-mother-mural-dedication/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://acanaus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/The-Mother-at-ACANA-invitation.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T160000
DTSTAMP:20240626T184133Z
CREATED:20240626T184109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T184133Z
UID:26141-1719493200-1719504000@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:FGM Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/fgm-event/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acanaus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/FGM-flyer.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T183000
DTSTAMP:20240626T183740Z
CREATED:20240626T183740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240626T183740Z
UID:26137-1719421200-1719426600@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Monthly Wellness Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/monthly-wellness-meeting/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Health
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acanaus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Monthly-Wellness-Meeting.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230806T200000
DTSTAMP:20230630T132032Z
CREATED:20230630T132032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T132032Z
UID:26035-1691330400-1691352000@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:ACANAFest
DESCRIPTION:At Penn’s Landing\, the Great Plaza.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/acanafest/
LOCATION:Penns Landing
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://acanaus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Final-fyer-Festival-2023.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221216T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221216T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131546Z
CREATED:20220607T131546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131546Z
UID:25959-1671206400-1671210000@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, I-601 Waiver
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-i-601-waiver/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221118T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221118T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131459Z
CREATED:20220607T131459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131459Z
UID:25956-1668787200-1668790800@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-adoption/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221021T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221021T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131430Z
CREATED:20220607T131430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131430Z
UID:25954-1666339200-1666371600@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, Asylum
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-asylum/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220916T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220916T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131335Z
CREATED:20220607T131335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131335Z
UID:25951-1663344000-1663347600@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, Special Immigrant Juvenile
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-special-immigrant-juvenile/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220819T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220819T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131256Z
CREATED:20220607T131256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131256Z
UID:25948-1660924800-1660928400@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, Family-Based Benefits
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-family-based-benefits/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220807T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220807T200000
DTSTAMP:20220607T123206Z
CREATED:20220607T123206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T123206Z
UID:25918-1659880800-1659902400@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:ACANA Festival
DESCRIPTION:The ACANA Festival is a yearly event\, always on the 1st Sunday of August. This year’s event date\, time\, and place: August 7th\, 2022 from 2 pm to 8 pm; at Penn’s Landing\, The Great Plaza.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/acana-festival/
LOCATION:Penns Landing
CATEGORIES:Arts and Culture
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220726T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220726T170000
DTSTAMP:20220608T151727Z
CREATED:20220608T151727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T151727Z
UID:25970-1658840400-1658854800@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Flag Raising Ceremony/Reception
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/flag-raising-ceremony-reception/
LOCATION:Philadelphia City Hall
CATEGORIES:Bicentennial Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220715T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220715T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131119Z
CREATED:20220607T131119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131119Z
UID:25945-1657900800-1657904400@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, VAWA
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-vawa/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220617T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220617T170000
DTSTAMP:20220607T131030Z
CREATED:20220607T130943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T131030Z
UID:25940-1655481600-1655485200@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Session - Topic\, Humanitarian Parole
DESCRIPTION:Scheduled virtual Monthly Information sessions with guests from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services Office every 3rd Friday of each month from 4 pm to 5 pm.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/immigration-session-topic-humanitarian-parole/
LOCATION:Immigration Services Office
CATEGORIES:Immigration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220615T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220615T160000
DTSTAMP:20220607T124609Z
CREATED:20220607T124412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T124609Z
UID:25923-1655294400-1655308800@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Community Nutrition Event
DESCRIPTION:Information on healthy eating\, including recipe giveaways and healthy shopping guides.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/community-nutrition-event/
LOCATION:ACANA Multipurpose hall and front office
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220611
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220612
DTSTAMP:20220607T124728Z
CREATED:20220607T124728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220607T124728Z
UID:25936-1654905600-1654991999@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Health Fair
DESCRIPTION:Information on health and wellness. This will include free health screenings.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/health-fair/
LOCATION:A local park – Conner park ( pending approval)
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220610T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220610T173000
DTSTAMP:20220608T151650Z
CREATED:20220608T151650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T151650Z
UID:25968-1654873200-1654882200@acanaus.org
SUMMARY:Trade and Investment Roundtable Discussion
DESCRIPTION:With Hon. Stan Straughter / Africatown tour before or after program.
URL:https://acanaus.org/event/trade-and-investment-roundtable-discussion/
LOCATION:Temple University
CATEGORIES:Bicentennial Events
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