# Kwanzaa Poetics at Downtown Cary Park

> Event for families in the Raleigh–Cary area (NC). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sat, Dec 19 · 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
- Where: Downtown Cary Park — The Gathering House, 327 S. Academy Street, Cary, NC 27511
- Ages: Check age guidance
- Price: Free
- Organizer: Town of Cary
- Official page: https://www.carync.gov/Home/Components/Calendar/Event/27274/154
- Last checked: Tue, Nov 3

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## About

Free evening of poetry, spoken word, drumming and creative expression rooted in the seven principles of Kwanzaa, with local poets and drummers at the Gathering House in Downtown Cary Park.

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