Every December, Kwanzaa returns like a story retold, never quite the same but always familiar. Its symbols speak before words ...

Beyond the gifts and glitter, Kwanzaa is a week of reflection and unity – a chance to teach kids about purpose, creativity, and community.

Along with those daily observations, this list of December holidays includes week and month-long commemorations, including ...

"It's bringing community awareness to African-American heritage," said Nacogdoches resident Helena Abdullah. Abdullah, who regularly coordinates a large, community-wide celebration, said the seven ...

Ava Delmar, right, and Olive, left, are student members of the Kuumba Dance and Drum Troupe who performed during Saturday's Kwanzaa celebration at the Hudson Opera House. (David Lee/Hudson-Catskill ...