Kwanzaa Table

Kwanzaa is a week long African American holiday observed from December 26 through January 1, which focuses on the traditional African values of family, community responsibility, commerce and self improvement.

The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase, "matunda ya kwana" which means, "first fruits" in Swahili.

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