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Kwanzaa Ceremony "As an African American and Pan-African holiday celebrated by millions throughout the world African community, Kwanzaa brings a cultural message which speaks to the best of what it means to be African and human in the fullest sense." Source: The Official Kwanzaa Web Site" Supplies: 1. seven candles in colors yellow, brown,
and green, matches, holders Narrator: Kwanzaa is celebrated by many African-Americans to give thanks for the blessings of community, the birth of ideas and the rebirth of individuals. It is usually celebrated from December 26 to January 1. Each day a candle is lighted to rededicate the principles of living with others and gifts are exchanged. In Girl Scouting, we can adapt the ideas of Kwanzaa to our Girl Scout principles by lighting the seven candles representative of the seven principles of Kwanzaa in one ceremony. Kwanzaa colors are yellow for the sun, brown for the earth and green for youth and new ideas. Baskets of fresh fruits and vegetables are used for decoration. #2 GS: Kwanzaa comes in December; it will last seven days. Here are seven lessons to remember to make it the best in every way. #3 GS: The first lesson of Kwanzaa is Umoja - it's the key. We must all stand together, brothers and sisters we must be. (light candle) #4 GS: Next is kujicha gulia - it's the hardest one to say. Self determination. We must decide in our own way. (light candle) #5 GS: Ujima is the third and very important, too. We must work together; you help me and I'll help you. (light candle) #6 GS: Ujama is number four. It means sharing what you've got with anyone who needs it even if you don't have a lot. (light candle) #7 GS: Kuumba is number five; it means creativity. We must clean up and take pride in our own community. (light candle) #8 GS: Number six is Nia - have a purpose, yes we must. We must know just where we're going and more important, why, if we want to make a better world for you and I. (light candle) #9 GS: Imani, faith is the last - the most important one. If we don't have faith, then our work cannot be done. (light candle) Go to the official Kwanzaa Web site for more information: http://www.officialkwanzaawebsite.org/
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