Greetings Folks,
In a previous post, I advised that I would no longer indulge in Holiday materialism. My journey towards enlightenment has been convoluted and frustrating, but there’s a catharsis attached to disconnecting from Western culture. Never have I felt more at ease. So it’s only right that I highlight some events that could help others the way that they’ve helped me.
Kwanzaa Charlotte
Kwanzaa Charlotte is an annual celebration opened to the city of Charlotte, NC. Coordinated by a collective of conscious individuals and organizations, Kwanzaa Charlotte’s educational and cultural events are centered around seven core principles: the principles of Nguzu Saba.
- Umoja – Unity
- Kujichagalia – Self-Determination
- Ujima – Collective Work & Responsibility
- Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics
- Nia – Purpose
- Kuumba – Creativity
- Imani – Faith
This celebration is held from December 26 through January 1st. And the spirit of Kwanzaa Charlotte is summarized by the Afrikan term Ubunta, which means “I am because we are.”
For more information on the events, check out their official website. You can also stay connected by following them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Until Next Time…
HONEST MEDIA 