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A beginner's guide to Kwanzaa

Founded during the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s, Kwanzaa is a non-religious holiday that is observed by millions of Americans

The Independent UK · Dec 26, 2025

"Kwanzaa": A keepsake cookbook for now

"Traditions: The basis is the basis. How people embroider on it is theirs"

Salon · Dec 28, 2024

A beginner's guide to Kwanzaa

Founded during the Black Freedom Movement of the 1960s, Kwanzaa is a non-religious holiday that is observed by millions of Americans

The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2024

Why rituals have been crucial for humans throughout history – and why we still need them

Each December, Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, among others, take over our thoughts and our wallets as we participate in ceremonies our ancestors have practised for as long as we can remember. These are all example of traditions. And in most cases, traditions are accompanied by rituals.

The Conversation · Dec 26, 2022

Celebrating Kwanzaa in Chicago: 10 events honoring the holiday

The Chicago area has a number of events planned to celebrate the annual holiday, taking place at cultural centers across the city and suburbs.

Chicago Sun-Times · Dec 26, 2022

Beery Christmas and Hoppy New Year: 10 festive beers to stuff in your holiday stocking

Candy canes are fun. Gift cards are useful. But nothing festively stuffs a stocking — or brightens a Hanukkah or Kwanzaa for that matter — quite like a beer tasting of the season.

Chicago Tribune · Dec 12, 2022

Kwanzaa 2022: When is it and how is it celebrated?

Kwanzaa is a vibrant multicultural holiday that is joyously celebrated by many every year

Evening Standard · Nov 30, 2022