Why this town has celebrated Christmas in February for nearly 200 years
New York Times: Every year this town observes a tradition that dates back to slavery era.
Source: nzherald.co.nz
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Why This Colombian Town Still Celebrates Christmas in February
The Afro-Colombian residents of Quinamayó have followed a unique tradition: celebrating Christmas 40 days after the traditional date, a custom begun under the subjugation of slavery.
Source: nytimes.com
Celebrating the Black Jesus – a photo essay
In Quinamayó, a town in south-west Colombia inhabited by the descendants of black enslaved people, Christmas is celebrated in February
West Bank General West Bank Departamento Del Cauca Valle Del Cauca Heiber Fajardo Emelyn Andrea Belalc
Source: theguardian.com
GAVA coalition asking the City for more input on disaster prep
The city manager is expected to present a plan and budget for six resilience hubs in June. Author: Daranesha Herron (KVUE) Updated: 6:53 PM CDT May 23, 2021 AUSTIN, Texas — City leaders and neighbors who live in Austins eastern crescent are calling for the city manager to involve the community in planning for the next disaster. "The City should be prepared to assist their citizens and residents, not the community and yet thats what we were doing, and the City...
Source: kvue.com