Os eventos Kwanzaa em Miami e Fort Lauderdale começam em 26 de dezembro

Since the first Kwanzaa event was observed in 1966, the weeklong celebration of African American and Pan-African culture has allowed observers to better connect with Africana culture and values.

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South Florida has diverse Black communities and Kwanzaa observers have options to celebrate in the region.

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Here’s what to know about the holiday:

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The principles of Kwanzaa

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From Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, seven principles with Swahili names are observed for the holiday:

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▪ Umoja: Unity

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▪ Kujichagulia: Self-determination

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▪ Ujima: Collective work and responsibility

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▪ Ujamaa: Cooperative economics

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▪ Nia: Purpose

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▪ Kuumba: Creativity

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▪ Imani: Faith

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On the sixth day of Kwanzaa, a feast called Karamu Ya Imani is eaten and gifts are given on the seven day. The secular festivities are open to people of all backgrounds.

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Kwanzaa events

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Here are details on several Kwanzaa events happening in South Florida:

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Miami-Dade County

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▪ Knowledge Is Power Kwanzaa

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Two different all-ages events at Miami-Dade libraries allow Kwanzaa observers to participate in creative writing workshops and discussions while celebrating the principles of Kwanzaa.

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The first event is Tuesday, Dec. 26 at Little River’s Arcola Lakes Branch Library, 8240 NW Seventh Ave., Miami.

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The second is Saturday, Dec. 30 at the North Dade Regional Branch Library, 2455 NW 183rd St., Miami Gardens.

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Kwanzaa Experience: M Ensemble Company Event

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Performers from the M Ensemble Company will showcase their dance skills in this show on Tuesday night, at 7 p.m. Dec. 26, at Little Haiti’s Sandrell Rivers Theater, 6103 NW Seventh Ave. It celebrates the African culture and principles at the center of Kwanzaa.

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Broward County

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Kwanzaa Ujamaa at Bass Park

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Visit Fort Lauderdale’s Bass Park, 2750 NW 19th St., from 2 to 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29 for the Kwanzaa Ujamaa festival. The festival celebrates the Kwanzaa principle of Ujamaa, or cooperative economics. Entertainers and vendors will be present at this family-friendly a celebration of African traditions.

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Palm Beach County

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Kwanzaa Celebration By African American Research Library & Cultural Center of Palm Beach County

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In another event designed to celebrate Ujamaa, Black musicians, artists and performers will assemble at Palm Beach County’s Gaines Park / Back Pavillion, 1501 N. Australian Ave., from 2:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 29 for the county’s celebration. Now in its third year, the event will also recognize the achievements of local South Florida Black business people.