In celebration of Kwanzaa and its sixth principle Kuumba (creativity), The Gantt Center is hosting a day of activities. Folks are invited to learn more about the holiday through experiencing drum calls, candle lighting and a libation ceremony. African dancing and arts and crafts are also on the agenda, as well as a screening of The Black Candle, a documentary directed by M.K. Asante, Jr. (pictured) and starring Maya Angelou.

Free. Dec. 31, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture, 551 S. Tryon St. 704-547-3700. Full schedule details at www.ganttcenter.org/web/page.asp?urh=CalendarViewer&ref=n&id=179.