Kwanzaa

Kwanzaa is a week-long celebration held in the United States and in other nations of the Western African diaspora in the Americas. The celebration honors African heritage in African-American culture, and is observed from December 26 to January 1, culminating in a feast and gift-giving.

Quotes

 * Kwanzaa was conceived, created and introduced to the African community as an audacious act of self-determination.
 * Maulana Karenga, Annual Kwanzaa Message (2009) "Principles and Practices of Kwanzaa: Repairing and Renewing the World."