Kwanzaa Celebration Starts Dec. 26

The African American Family Network of Farmington and Farmington Hills hosted a Kwanzaa Celebration Dec. 1, to encourage families to participate in the annual holiday.

The week-long holiday of Kwanzaa, an annual observance of African-American heritage and culture, starts Wednesday, Dec. 26. Founded by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966, Kwanzaa is modeled after the "first fruits" celebrations in ancient Africa, according to officialkwanzaawebsite.org. During the week, families focus on seven principles, one each day:  Families light candles, pour libations to honor the memory of lost loved ones, enjoy a festive meal and gift-giving. The African American Family Network of Farmington and Farmington Hills hosted a Kwanzaa celebration on Dec. 1 at the Farmington Community Library Main Library, to provide families with information about the holiday and encourage them to celebrate, organizers said.  Are you …

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What You Need to Know About Farmington Area Dec. 1 Holiday Extravaganza

Saturday activities and events include a Gifts and Greens Market, Santa visits, stories, crafts, tree lighting and much more.

If you don't have the holiday spirit after Saturday, it won't be for lack of opportunities to find it.  Farmington-Farmington Hills Patch has your guide to a wide range of activities and events happening in Farmington and Farmington Hills on Dec. 1, from Holly Days to a Kwanzaa celebration. And if you see an event we missed, let us know in the comments!  Enjoy an all-you-can-eat breakfast and a visit with Santa, then stay for a family craft time. Cost for breakfast is $5, $3 for ages 5-12 and free for kids under age 5. There's a $5 per family fee for craft materials. 8 a.m. Orchard United Methodist Church, 30450 Farmington Rd., Farmington Hills. There will be three seatings for this Swedish breakfast, featuring coffee, tea, fruit soup, …

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Community Kwanzaa Celebration Slated at Farmington Hills Library

The Dec. 1 event features entertainment and food, and admission is free.

The African American Family Network of Farmington and Farmington Hills will host its annual Kwanzaa celebration Saturday, Dec. 1, 3 p.m.-5 p.m., at the Farmington Community Library Main Library auditorium. Observed the week of Dec. 26 through Jan. 1, Kwanzaa celebrates the virtues of Faith, Purpose, Creative Work and Responsibility, Unity, Self-Determination, Cooperative Economics and Creativity. While largely a celebration of African American culture, organizers of the local event believe people of all cultures can benefit from sharing the Kwanzaa values.  The evening will include entertainment and food, and there is no admission charge. For more information, contact Douglas and Ouley Saulsberry at 248-737-3023 or oudr@aol.com Source: …

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Two Kwanzaa Celebrations Planned in Detroit

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and Considine Recreation Center will host events.

Celebrate Kwanzaa at the Main Library in Farmington Hills

The African American Family Network hosts this annual event.

The African American Family Network of Farmington and Farmington Hills will host its annual Kwanzaa celebration Sunday, Dec. 4, 2 p.m., at the Farmington Community Library Main Library auditorium. Observed the week of Dec. 26 through Jan. 1 this year, Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday celebrating the virtues of Faith, Purpose, Creative Work and Responsibility, Unity, Self-Determination, Cooperative Economics and Creativity. While largely a celebration of African American culture, organizers of the local event believe people of all cultures can benefit from sharing the Kwanzaa values.  The evening will include entertainment and food, and there is no admission charge. For information, call 248-737-3023 or write to oudr@aol.com.

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