The Toledo Kwanzaa House is excited to invite the community to its annual Kwanzaa Celebration, held this year from December 26-31 at the Frederick Douglass Center, 1001 Indiana Ave. This seven-day event is a vibrant celebration of African heritage, community and the core principles of Kwanzaa—and the organizers are calling for performers, artists, vendors and speakers to join in.
What is Kwanzaa?
Kwanzaa is not a religious holiday—it’s a cultural celebration, and many people observe it alongside other winter holidays. Created in 1966, Dr. Maulana Karenga, a professor and activist, created thee event to honor African heritage, strengthen community and celebrate shared cultural values.
The Seven Principles (Nguzo Saba)
Each of…..