(AP) -- (AP Modified) - A holiday tradition dating back not centuries but decades has begun with the start of the seven days of Kwanzaa.
Unlike Christmas and Hanukkah, Kwanzaa isn't a religious holiday. Based on the year-end harvest festivals held in Africa for thousands of years, it's observed worldwide starting Friday by people of African descent.
Local observances include an event at the Flint Children's Museum from noon until 2 p.m Saturday. Storyteller Alfreda Harris will perform for the program.
Kwanzaa was created in 1966 to honor African values, promote family unity and strengthen communities.
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