VIRTUAL KWANZAA CELEBRATION
Presented by: 4F4J
Co-Sponsored by: Village of Wellington
Viewing On Our YouTube Channel under playlist and our public FB page @freedomfighters4justice
Setting up the 1st Annual 4F4J Kwanzaa Celebration
Marcia Hayden, Crown Pearls of Wellington (left) and Genee Tinsley, Founder of 4 Freedom 4 Justice (right) have been instrumental in creating the digital Kwanzaa celebration for South Florida during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How Kwanzaa is Celebrated
The name Kwanzaa is derived from the phrase matunda ya kwanza which means first fruits, or harvest, in Swahali. Celebrations often include singing and dancing, storytelling, poetry reading, African drumming and feasting. This video is a repost from Inside Edition. 4F4J posted this video from youtube.
“Kwanzaa represents one body, honoring our family and community, who we are, not forgetting our history and what we do now”
7 Principles of Kwanzaa
This video is a repost from Kwanzaamedia. 4F4J does not have copyrights to this video and is a repost from YouTube.
More info about Kwanzaa
If you want to know more about Kwanzaa or how to celebrate Kwanzaa with us, then we want to hear from you!
Download the Kwanzaa Virtual Celebration Program!
Meet The Entertainers
Jai Tahlea, Founder
Facebook.com/theUproarproject
IG @theuproarproject_
Twitter @theuproar_project
The Uproar Project is an entertainment group that promotes peace and inclusivity through arts and entertainment. We started brainstorming shortly after the Parkland shooting in 2018, launched our first rally in May 2019 & became a non-profit by Jan 2020. The Uproar Project started on the behalf of humanity. The Uproar raises attention to human rights by including all communities and the youth.
Hate crimes and violence are starting to occur too often, so we intend to normalize peaceful co-existence through our art showcases, events and segments.
Matt Brown is a soul musician from West Palm Beach, FL. He has recorded at Echo Beach Studios, Bunker Road Studios and Drew Dockerill's home studio.
Being fluent in different instruments, he’s a bassist that plays piano, guitar and percussion on many of his tracks and sometimes at live shows. He has shared the stage with Shaggy, Maxi Priest, The Original Wailers, KRS-One, Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio, Royce Lovett, Shevonne, PRD, Allegra Miles, Sierra Lane, JM & The Sweets, and many more notable artists.
He has had the opportunity to go on tour in Miami FL, Austin TX and New York NY where he performed alongside artists like Montanera, Andrea von Kampen and Stereo RV.
He is also a founder of the artist collective known as SoulFam and an ambassador for the Ft. Lauderdale and Palm Beach chapters of Sofar Sounds, a global music community. Matt Brown constantly has multiple projects running simultaneously. His first full spread publication was released in November 2019 in The Atlantic Current, a South Florida Magazine. There have been a number of publications and write ups on the soul musician since then. You can find out more about Matt Brown at Officialmattbrown.com.
Abasi “Basi The Manblack”, Owner
Livin The Rhythm
livintherhythm@gmail.com
www.facebook.com/livintherhythm
Abasi “Basi The Manblack”
Hanif Teaching Artist, Spoken Word Poet, West African Drummer, Event Host, Community Organizer. Son of News Writer/Editor C.B Hanif & Fiber Artist Kianga Jinaki.
Own & Manage Livin The Rhythm Drum & Dance for past 11 years One of the Four Founding Members of Men Of Blackness 1 of 3 Founding members RBG Of South Florida Abasi “Basi” Hanif is a multifaceted performing and teaching artist from South Florida who is dedicated to representing African culture throughout the diaspora in a variety of creative ways. The American born self proclaimed “Far West African” practices and teaches West African style Drumming through one of his numerous drum circles and workshops through Livin The Rhythm. LTR has taught and performed all over South Florida for over 11 years. They have played for numerous National & international acts, taught students of all ages and nationalities and been central in representing African/African-American culture in South Florida
Andy, Founder
Sturdy Wings
@sturdywingsfl
We carry our community on the wings of hope. Through helping them see the value of their life.
Natasha Faith, Vocalist
natasha.faith.music@gmail.com
Natasha Faiith is a developing South Florida, professional vocalist. She has performed for both Broward County and Palm Beach County. Natasha Faiith is a storyteller who writes her own material, highlighting vulnerabilities, strengths, emotions and challenges of one's own inner transformation.
She will be releasing a new single in January of 2021 on all platforms. You can find her on Instagram @NatashaFaithLovesMusic & on Facebook as Natasha Faiith.
Meet The Vendors
Annie Harrison, President
info@aarlccpalmbeachcounty.org
aarlccpalmbeachcounty.org
The mission and vision of AARLCC is to establish a library collection of Palm Beach County's rich and unique Black experience of those who lived in the STYX, now Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, the Western Glades, South to Boca's Pearl City and North to West Jupiter to Encourage and inspire the next generation. This organization was incorporated in 2009. This history goes back to 1893. We know the time is right for our history and contributions to be made visible for people to see and hear about, especially our youth so they can become educated and empowered to feel proud of who they are where they came from.
Jacques Belony, Owner
Taino Tiki
tainotkillc@gmail.com
Taino Tiki is a lifestyle concept that makes everything in life more accessible and fun. We provide food, drinks, events and more. I started this company 3 years ago with just selling coconuts and now we are providing a one of a kind experience where everyone can come and enjoy a tropical feel like never before. Taino Tiki is currently building it’s fleet of 9 special mobile designs which all are distinct from one another. Our mobile and fully workable hand made works of art carry breathtaking settings and styles right out of ones imagination which are used as a coconut and tonic preparation station.
Victoria Jocelyn &Kelvin Collington/Owner
Royal Healings LLC
royalhealingsllc.com
IG /FB royalhealings
www.royalhealings@gmail.com
Our mission is obtain and share the knowledge of the the original ways of natural healing, understanding and and applying the teachings of our ancestors, using mother nature to help aid, or eradicate illness. Products: capsules (3 different herbal capsules), immune boosters, natural pain reliever, advocado seed powder capsule (high blood pressure) and a daily supplemental that helps with high blood pressure; soaps (3-4 different soaps), herbal skin care, replica's of the tea's and benefits of them (lemon lavender, his/her tea, lemon ginger peppermint tea)
Specializing in African Attire & Accessories: We only sell authentic products from Africa!! When shopping with All About Us you will experience authentic handmade merchandise directly from West Africa . Our inventory is hand selected to showcase the vibrant colors and patterns that express the culture and heritage of Africa.
Teaching your children about Kwanzaa
The videos below shows your family how to teach your children about Kwanzaa and the importance of this holiday. Also the videos shows you different activities you can engage in with your family during the celebration. 4F4J does not have copyright to the videos posted and they are a repost from youtube.