7 Kwanzaa symbols
Mazao (The Crops)
Muhindi (The Corn)
Mazao (The Crops)
These are nuts, fruits, and vegetables that represent the rewards of productive and collective labor.
Mkeka (The Mat)
Muhindi (The Corn)
Mazao (The Crops)
This straw or cloth placemat symbolizes the foundation where tradition and history are built.
Muhindi (The Corn)
Muhindi (The Corn)
Kinara (The Candle Holder)
It represents the children and our future.
Kinara (The Candle Holder)
Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)
Kinara (The Candle Holder)
It holds the seven Kwanzaa candles and reminds us of our ancestry.
Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)
Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)
Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)
These represent Nguzo Saba or the seven principles of Kwanzaa.
Kikombe Cha Umoja (The Unity Cup)
Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)
Mishumaa Saba (The Seven Candles)
It is used during the Karamu feast on the sixth day of Kwanzaa. The cup is passed around to families and guests as a sign of unity.
Zawadi (The Gifts)
Zawadi (The Gifts)
Zawadi (The Gifts)
These are handmade or educational gifts that symbolize the labor of parents and the rewards for their children.
JOIN THE Kwanzaa celebration - DECEMBER 30, 2023
We are thrilled to invite everyone to our annual Kwanzaa celebration, a joyous event that embodies the spirit of unity, culture, and tradition. Kwanzaa is a special time for us to come together and honor our African and African-American heritage. We hope you will join us in commemorating this beautiful holiday.
Event Details:
Date: December 30, 2023
Time: Starts at 3 PM
Location: Matchbox Coworking Studio | 17 S 6th Street, Lafayette, IN 47901
Kwanzaa is a seven-day cultural festival that begins on the 26th of December and continues through January 1st. It is a time for us to reflect on our shared history and the values that underpin our diverse community, such as unity, self-determination, collective work and responsibility, cooperative economics, purpose, creativity, and faith. To make this celebration even more special, we are offering a delectable menu featuring traditional African and African-American foods. Our talented chefs will prepare a feast that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of these rich culinary traditions.
In addition to the scrumptious food, our celebration will feature cultural entertainment, cultural vendors, and showcases of minority-owned businesses. You'll have the opportunity to purchase unique items, learn about different cultures, and enjoy performances that will leave you feeling inspired and uplifted.
This year's Kwanzaa celebration is not just about festivities; it's an opportunity for our community to come together in the spirit of Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics), the fourth principle of Kwanzaa. Ujamaa emphasizes the commitment to the practice of shared social wealth and the collective work necessary to achieve it. It is a call to embody the spirit of familyhood, where we share the responsibilities and rewards as a community.
Supporting "It Takes A Village":
This year, we are proud to announce that the funds collected from this event will contribute to the Good Samaritan Project's "It Takes A Village" program. This initiative is dedicated to providing essential support to families in challenged areas within our community. The program encompasses education for youth, family programming and activities, nutrition and food support, a community vegetable garden, mentoring, and peer support.
We encourage you to buy your tickets in advance to guarantee your place at this unforgettable event. Tickets can be purchased by clicking the button below. If you have any further questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at goodsamproject.info@gmail.com.
We look forward to celebrating Kwanzaa with you, our cherished community members, as we come together to honor our heritage and create lasting memories. Let's make this year's Kwanzaa celebration one to remember.
See you at the event!
2023 Annual Community Kwanzaa Celebration Sponsors
MyPath
MatchBOX Coworking Studio
MatchBOX Coworking Studio
1746 Executive Drive Oconomowoc, WI 53066
262-569-5515
www.MyPathCompanies.com
For General Information:
info@mypahcompanies.com
MatchBOX Coworking Studio
MatchBOX Coworking Studio
MatchBOX Coworking Studio
Blooms & Petals
MatchBOX Coworking Studio
Daughters of American Revolution
General De Lafayette Chapter - Daughters of American Revolution
General de Lafayette DAR P.O. Box 1 Lafayette, IN 47902
Friends of Downtown
