Kwanzaa Celebration Begins with Candle Lighting

The holiday season continues to bring communities together, highlighted by festive decorations in Westport, where residents have kept their lights and displays up past New Year's. Meanwhile, Kwanzaa celebrations are underway in various cities, with the theme 'Knowledge of Self' prominently featured at the Capital City Kwanzaa Festival in Richmond, Virginia. The festival includes an African Market, candle lighting, and performances that emphasize the seven principles of Kwanzaa. In Metro Detroit and Philadelphia, community members gathered to celebrate the first day of Kwanzaa, lighting candles on the kinara, with local leaders emphasizing the importance of education about the holiday's origins. Events across the country aim to honor African heritage and foster unity, with music, libations, and reflections on community values. Kwanzaa serves as a reminder of the cultural significance of this time and encourages ongoing celebration of its principles throughout the year.