Kwanzaa Festival at Laney Bistro

The Kwanzaa Festival is designated to celebrate the African-American culture; to bring power and peace to the people residing only in America.

The first Kwanzaa festival was celebrated in 1966 by Dr. Maulana Karenga; from that date, this celebration has brought happiness and peace.

Cheryl Seales opened the celebration singing and praising the shrine that represented the African culture. There were typical African fruits, such as bananas and oranges, also candles symbolizing collective work and responsibility.

Rehena Poter danced to the unmistakable rhythm of the drums, invoking the happiness and homesickness of the magical land of Africa.

Soul food was provided at the beginning of the event. Dance, song, and even poetry delighted the people with joy and amusement.