This year marks the 50th anniversary of the celebration of Kwanzaa, which begins today and lasts for seven days. The seven-day celebration honors African-American and Pan-African culture.

"When Kwanzaa was first instituted ... and real estate to financial management and Kenyan arts and crafts. Kwanzaa storytime for children is at 4:30 to 5 p.m. along with a book giveaway.

Kids can also complete a make-and-take craft ... The afternoon will also feature African dance, storytellers, snacks and Kwanzaa crafts. Dec. 30 from 1 to 4 p.m. at the Forest Green Branch Library ...

Organizing and leading the celebration is artist and Westbury Arts board member Marcia Odie-McNair, author of Kwanzaa Crafts ... and Afro-centric crafting for children and adults.

Kwanzaa was created in 1966 as a secular ... After dancing with other children, playing drums and creating crafts, Leo wanted a nap. Wolman, who lives in Northwest D.C., said he may not remember ...

At the Bronzeville Children’s Museum, founder Peggy Montes spends the few days before Christmas preparing her museum for its yearly Kwanzaa celebration. She mocked up some examples of the craft ...

On Thursday, the museum celebrated Kwanzaa with various events ... Stepping Stones Museum for Children will host activities related to Hanukkah, including a story time and puppet show along ...

Westbury Arts Gallery also had an area with handcrafted gifts that were completed by children, teens and adults. This event was hosted by Marcia Odle-McNair, author of Kwanzaa Crafts.