Karenga purposely chose for Kwanzaa to have seven letters in its name in order to align with the holiday’s seven principles. Families that celebrate Kwanzaa do so in different ways. However ...

Why doesn’t she know about Kwanzaa? Don’t you celebrate Kwanzaa?” At the time, I was the vice president of the Beaumont, Texas, chapter of Jack and Jill of America Inc., an organization of ...

So, whether you’re new to celebrating Kwanzaa or looking for a new way to celebrate the non-religious holiday, below we outline ways to approach the seven principles through self-care.

"Kwanzaa is an African American and Pan-African holiday that celebrates history, values, family, community and culture," according to the National Museum of African American History & Culture.

"Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday ... Kirby said the reason she celebrates is to honor her family and remember their struggles. "My great-grandmother was from the slave plantation and then ...

Many people who observe Kwanzaa, which is a secular holiday, celebrate it alongside religious festivals such as Christmas. People of any faith, race or ethnic background can participate.

Sabin CDC was formed in 1991 to address the housing needs of African Americans impacted by gentrification. While the center ...

They piled into their minivan and drove up from Southern Maryland. “I didn’t really grow up celebrating Kwanzaa,” said Ava’s dad, David. “Now, as a parent, I want to help my kids connect ...

The community prepares to unite again to celebrate Kwanzaa in an afternoon of dance, music and culture on Friday. Being held at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center, the annual ...

This event is free and open to everyone who wants to learn and celebrate the Kwanzaa holiday with traditional music, dance performances and food. When: Saturday, Dec. 28, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. The ...