Pan African Conference and Festival Events
August 2026
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Aug 7About movie: From year 2000 Length: 1h 50m Rated: R A modern classic. In 1980s England, a young boy breaks with tradition to pursue ballet against his miner father's wishes. The film explores themes of passion, defiance, and the pursuit of one's dreams. It features performances by Jamie Bell and Julie Walters. It won ...
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Aug 11Today, more than 85% of Americans live in urban areas, yet scientists only began studying cities as ecosystems in a systematic way in the 1990s. Since then, research has revealed that cities are far more than collections of buildings and roads—they are living systems where human activities, natural processes, and ...
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Aug 11
The Secret Life of Cities: How Nature and People Shape Each Other in Urban Environments
Today, more than 85% of Americans live in urban areas, yet scientists only began studying cities as ecosystems in a systematic way in the 1990s. Since then, research has revealed that cities are far more than collections of buildings and roads—they are living systems where human activities, natural processes, and ... -
Aug 12Topic: Multilateral Solutions Speaker: Tanisha Fazal (ZOOM) Tanisha Fazal is an Arleen C. Carlson Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota. Her scholarship focuses on sovereignty, international law, armed conflict, and the global politics of climate change. She is the author of two award-winning books: State Death: The Politics and Geography ...
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Aug 17Do you enjoy using strategy, memory, and teamwork? Our Bridge group meets on the third Monday of each month at 1:00 p.m. at the WOW! Zone, located at 2030 Adams St., Mankato. It’s a great opportunity to sharpen your skills, connect with fellow players, and enjoy an afternoon of fun ...
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Aug 20We will be talking about what sex trafficking and case management looks like in South Central Minnesota, online current trends, vulnerabilities and what we can do to help protect our youth. Presenter: Sandi Miller is from North Mankato and has three children and seven grandchildren. She graduated from Minnesota State University, Mankato ...
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Aug 25Walking alongside someone at the end of life is an honor and a privilege. In this presentation, the End-of-Life doulas will share their stories, the heart behind their work, and the unique ways they support individuals and families as well as what a doula is. We’ll also introduce the End-of-Life ...
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Aug 26Monthly on the fourth Wednesday Books Chosen Monthly.
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Aug 28Monthly on the fourth Friday Zoom Link Contact the office to get the ZOOM link.
