Kwanzaa, which means “first fruits of the harvest” in Swahili, honors African heritage in the African-American culture. It lasts one week, beginning on Dec. 26 and ending on Jan. 1, with each day ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Explore some local activities to enjoy during this last weekend of the year -- with some festive dining, cultural dancing, a mindfulness hike and more. Egger’s Winter Wonderland ...

Harambee performers dance at a school assembly during Black History month at Alliance High School. The youth organization ushers in Kwanzaa each year in Youngstown. Each December, kids stomp their ...

NEW YORK (CBSNewYork)-- The joy of dance coupled with the harvest celebration that signals the beginning of Kwanzaa takes center stage Saturday during a special performance in Queens. The percussive ...

The Neal-Marshall Black Culture Center hosted a Pre-Kwanzaa Celebration on Tuesday. The African American Dance Company performed to mark the event, which is the center’s fourth time hosting the ...

Westbury Arts presented a spectacular Kwanzaa Family Celebration on Dec. 15. The gallery was adorned with beautiful African-inspired decorations that set the tone for a festive occasion. A kente cloth ...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - LYNC usually puts on an in-person performance explaining the significance of the colors and principles of Kwanzaa. A total of 40-60 kids usually participate, but this year ...

Christmas is over, Hanukkah started this past weekend and it is now time for Kwanzaa to begin. Kwanzaa, which means “first fruits” in Swahili, is a commemoration of the strength, courage and endurance ...

LAKE WORTH, Fla. — A Lake Worth dance company is getting into the spirit of Kwanzaa. Afrique Ngozi Dance and Drum will host its 2nd annual Kwanzaa Celebration this Saturday, Dec. 29. The dance company ...