COLORADO SPRINGS — Thursday marks the first day of Kwanzaa, a celebration of African heritage and culture. The 35 annual Colorado Springs Citywide Kwanzaa kicked off at 'In Balance,' which is an African dance studio downtown.
The celebration is meant to bring the community together to honor traditions through the following:
- music
- storytelling
- cultural activities
This year's celebration focuses on the first principle Umoja, which means unity.
Organizers are inviting everyone to join the Kwanzaa festivities throughout the week. For more information, click here.
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