Kwanzaa is a seven-day holiday that celebrates Family, Community and Culture. The word “Kwanzaa” comes from the Swahili phrase “matunda ya kwanza,” meaning “first fruits.” Kwanzaa begins on December 26 and ends on January 1. Each of the seven days signifies one of seven principles of African heritage. Experience this cross-cultural tradition with music, dance and refreshments at various venues and virtually. If you know of any we have missed, please email laura@milehighonthecheap.com. Here’s the schedule:
Wednesday, December 28
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. — Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility)
Presenter: Hassan Latif, Founder, Second Chance Center
Denver Public Library Virtual Presentation
Thursday, December 29
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. — Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics)
Presenter: Confidence Omenai, Poet & Creative
Denver Public Library Virtual Presentation
Friday, December 30
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. — Nia (Purpose)
Presenter: Dexter Nelson II, History Colorado Curator of African American History and Cultural Heritage
Denver Public Library Virtual Presentation
Saturday, December 31
1 p.m. to 2 p.m. — Kuumba (Creativity)
Presenters – Friends of Joda
Denver Public Library Virtual Presentation