THE ANNUALKuumba

By VOICE & VIEWPOINT STAFF

It was billed as four days of celebrating Black Kujichagulia (Self Determination in Swahili). It was a continuation of reclaiming Black Art Culture, Heritage and Edutainment in the 9 Blocks of Imperial Avenue. Thursday evening started it all with soul soiree partying with a Point of View, which included creative networking with stakeholders of the (9) Blocks on Imperial Avenue. Friday evening centered around a night of positive images and pageantry with “Parade of the Ancestors” and a keynote speaker; Saturday featured a festive gathering at Marie Wideman Park for a day of exotic vendors and youthful entertainment, with San Diego top musicians burning up the stage featuring a great band and vocal artists. There was also a brief history of the Black contribution to Memorial Day given by Dr. John Warren, Publisher of the Voice & Viewpoint newspaper, which was well received. The weather held up, the Chicken Shack Food Truck really put out some great eats and a great day was had by all who came out.