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Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition brings vibrant celebration to City Hall with music and dance
Rochester, N.Y. — The Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition transformed City Hall for its annual celebration Thursday, featuring music, dance performances, vendors, and more.
The festivities highlighted the principles the holiday represents, like unity and self-determination.
“The theme for this year is ‘Ubuntu,’ which is a Zulu word, but it means, ‘I am because we are,’ and that embodies unity,” said Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition Chairman Paul Adell, Jr. “We are all here together on this journey of life and that’s what Kwanzaa is about: bringing us all together and exemplifying the principles of good character and community.”
The coalition is hosting an event at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Rochester on Friday starting at 7:00 p.m.
The Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition recently brought a vibrant and colorful celebration to City Hall, featuring traditional music and dance to commemorate the African-American holiday of Kwanzaa.
The event, which took place on December 26th, showcased the rich cultural heritage of the African diaspora through performances by local musicians and dancers. Attendees were treated to energetic drumming, soulful singing, and dynamic dance routines that brought the spirit of Kwanzaa to life.
Kwanzaa is a week-long holiday that celebrates African heritage, unity, and culture. It was created in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga as a way to bring African-Americans together to honor their roots and strengthen their communities.
The Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition is dedicated to promoting the principles of Kwanzaa, such as unity, self-determination, and collective work and responsibility. Through events like the celebration at City Hall, they aim to educate and inspire people of all backgrounds to embrace and celebrate African culture.
The festive atmosphere at City Hall was infectious, with attendees joining in the dancing and singing to celebrate the holiday season. The event was a beautiful reminder of the importance of unity and community in these challenging times.
Overall, the Rochester Kwanzaa Coalition’s celebration at City Hall was a resounding success, bringing people together to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the African diaspora. It was a vibrant and joyful event that left attendees feeling inspired and uplifted.
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