The Women of Color Giving Circle, Rights of Passage and Empowerment (R.O.P.E.), and the NAACP, Berkshire County Branch, invite the community to gather for a Kwanzaa Community Celebration on Saturday, December 27, 2025, from 6:00–8:00 PM at The Common Room at Zion Lutheran Church, 74 First Street, Pittsfield.
The uplifting evening will honor Kwanzaa through reflection, culture, and community connection.
This year’s theme
“Practicing the Seven Principles in Dimly Lit Times: Lifting Up the Light,
Hurrying the Dawn,”
encourages collective hope and action grounded in the values of Kwanzaa.
The program will feature a panel discussion on Kujichagulia (self-determination), cultural performances, and light refreshments.
The panel will include local leaders and community voices:
● Sadiya Quetti-Goodson, College Life
● Izinna Lytle DeGraffenreid, Student Resource Officer
● Natale Monroe, Founder, Embrace & Empower
● Xavier Jones, Executive Chef & Owner, Big Daddy’s
● Dr. Nikki Payne, CEO, Manifest Medical
The celebration will also showcase a rich lineup of performances, including:
African Dance with Noel Staples Freeman
Youth Alive STEP, Dance & Drumline
Pittsfield Community Gospel Choir
special guest appearance by Wanda Houston
Ticket Information:
Tickets will be available at the door. Cash only.
● General Admission: $10 for adults
● Children 12 & under: Free
● College Students: Free
All are welcome to attend this community-centered celebration. For more information, please contact organizer Shirley Edgerton at shirleyann1.edgerton@gmail.com.