Our Kwanzaa community gathering was a powerful expression of connection and tradition, complete with African drumming and dance performances, storytelling across generations, arts and crafts for families, a produce giveaway sponsored by Forsyth Farmers Market, and a family candle-lighting ceremony highlighting the seven principles of Kwanzaa. Seeing elders, youth, families, artists, vendors, volunteers, and first-time attendees come together reminded us that Kwanzaa is not only a celebration — it is a way of life.

To view more moments from the event, check out the video from our WTOC Morning Break interview with Camille Syed below.