Posts Tagged ‘holidays’
The Dark History of “Jingle Bells”: From Blackface Minstrelsy to Christmas Classic
Ezekiel J. Walker examines the dark history of “Jingle Bells,” including its connection to to minstrelsy and blackface.
Read MoreCopy of Black Nativity by Langston Hughes
BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes returns for its 10th Annual Holiday Musical Production December 11-14, 2025, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center.
Read MoreHeri za Kwanzaa (Happy Kwanzaa)!
December 26th marks the first day of Kwanzaa, or Umoja, which means “unity” in Swahili. According to the African American Registry, Kwanzaa was founded by Dr. Maulana Karenga in 1966.Umoja is the foundational principle of the Nguzo Saba (seven principles); without it, all other principles suffer. Kwanzaa is a unique African American celebration focused on the traditional…
Read MoreThe Most lit Christmas Bash
Heavy M / Kondo Huncho Presents Most Lit Christmas Bash
Read MoreThe Long Wave: Christmas celebrations across the diaspora
The African diaspora covers the globe and has evolved into various cultures practices, including those surrounding the winter holidays.
Read MoreBlack Nativity by Langston Hughes
BLACK NATIVITY by Langston Hughes returns for its 9th Annual Holiday Musical Production December 5-8, 2024, at the Wilson Theater at Vogel Hall, Marcus Center.
Read MoreAfrican Heritage – A Soulful Holiday Village
Free Admission, Train Ride to Santa, Free Photos with Santa, , Sory Time with Mrs. Claus, Live Holiday Gospel Music, Soul Food, Kwanzaa Station, Free Toys, Shop with Soulful Businesses
Read MoreHOT CHOCOLATE NUTCRACKER
The Debbie Allen Dance Academy in association with the Annenberg Foundation and the Rhimes Family Foundation presents Debbie Allen’s Hot Chocolate Nutcracker, at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center.
Read MoreThe premise of Black Santas caused a fuss 10 years ago — now, they’re everywhere
Over the last decade, outrage over Black Santas has passed, and holiday representation continues to increase.
Read MoreAlabama A&M will lead bands in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Millions who tune into this historic annual event will see Black musicians on their screens this Thanksgiving.
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