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Weaving my Mkeka

Sunday & Monday, December 27 – 28 | 11:15 am – 12:15 pm & 2:45 pm – 3:45 pm | Ages 4 & younger

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A Mkeka is a special mat used during Kwanzaa. People place symbolic items on the mat during celebrations. Weave strips of foam paper together to create a special mat! 

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