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Kwanzaa Spirits 2009! - American Museum of Nautural History

Free with Museum admission

Public Programs/Education presents In Association with Community Works and New Heritage Theatre Group Kwanzaa Spirit 2009! is an all-day celebration honoring the seven African-based principles of Kwanzaa (called Nguzo Saba in Swahili) featuring an international marketplace and performances of song, dance, and spoken word.

Date: December 27, 2009
Hours: Noon -5
Ages: ALL
Price: $16; $9 children
Address:
Central Park West at 79th Street - 212-769-5315
Manhattan , NY 10024
www.amnh.org

The Real Meaning of Kwanzaa

December, 2000

The central message and meaning of Kwanzaa is rooted in its raising up and bringing forth the ancient African model and practice of producing, harvesting and sharing good in the world. Kwanzaa stresses the importance of our sowing the seeds of goodness everywhere, of cultivating them with care and loving kindness, of harvesting the products of our efforts with joy and of sharing the good of it all throughout the community and the world. Thus, of all the rich and expansive ways we can express the meaning and message of Kwanzaa, none is more important than seeing it and embracing it as a season and celebration of bringing good into the world. And key to this commitment to bringing good into the world is practicing the Nguzo Saba, The Seven Principles: Umoja (Unity); Kujichagulia (Self-Determination); Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility); Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics); Nia (Purpose); Kuumba (Creativity); and Imani (Faith).

Professional Development / Training for UMOJA Volunteer Tutors

On November 23rd, 2009 Volunteer Tutors were involved in a Professional Development/Training Meeting.

Kwanzaa Celebration - December 26 at 12 PM

Join us for Hartford’s biggest Kwanzaa celebration, honoring family, community and culture, presented by Charter Oak Cultural Center and Sankofa Kuumba Cultural Arts Consortium.  Come see performances by master dancers, musicians and drummers and have the opportunity to participate in this joyous festival. Refreshments, vendors and local artists will all be on hand.  Everyone is invited.  Free.

Does Popularity Among Kids in School Affect Success in Life? By Jenney Cheever

Does popularity among kids in school affect whether or not a person will be successful later in life? There is no simple answer to this question. The short answer is that, no, popularity in school does not indicate whether or not someone will be a success as an adult. We've all heard stories of those who reach their peak in high school, only to make their way to adulthood living a completely average existence. We've also all heard stories of people who were decidedly uncool in school who turned out to be huge successes in adulthood.
How Popularity May Help
When we think of what defines success, we think of someone who grows up to have a good-paying career they enjoy, a nice home and a happy family life. Achieving these things takes a combination of hard work, luck and determination. Everyone has the potential to work hard and succeed in life, whether they were part of the popular crowd or not.
However, certain traits that popular kids often have may give a bit of an edge later in life. For example, many kids become popular because they are outgoing and have good people skills, two traits that most successful people are known to possess. Several studies have also shown that people who are perceived as being physically attractive also have an edge when it comes to both popularity and future success.
Hope for the Uncool
There are instances where being the unpopular kid in school can give an advantage.

For more information on popularity, visit the parenting section of Life123.com.

Donations Needed

Sankofa Kuumba CAC is a non-profit organization which assists academically struggling students in Hartford Public Schools by offering a free tutoring program. This program helps students improve academically as well as giving them an outlet to artistically express themselves. We are currently in need of art supplies such as; crayons, markers, scissors, paper, and glue. We also are in need of healthy snacks for the students because they often need nutrition after enduring additional studying after school. If you are capable of supporting us in our goal to assist in the educational process as a volunteer, board member, and/or advisors for clubs such as: science, creative writing, self publishing, debate, school newspaper, spoken word, or martial arts. Or donate resources to keep an on going high quality program with a focus on providing a cultural outlet so students will come to an afterschool program rather than get themselves into situations that could lead to trouble. Please contact us.