AIKEN, S.C. (WJBF) — Unity Weekend, the largest celebration of faith and culture in Aiken, is back next week with two days of events bringing the community together.

Organized by Umoja Village, the nonprofit connects individuals with resources they need “in a spirit of Umoja, which means unity,” said Donna Westby. “Unity Weekend is just one of those huge events that we present to the community to bring the community together.”

The weekend kicks off Friday, October 17, with a golf tournament at Cedar Creek Golf Club. “We’ve got 71 golfers already,” said Don Westby. “The monies raised goes towards helping our crime prevention initiatives as well as supporting our Richard Johnson Jr. Umoja Village Resource Center.”

Those who don’t play golf can still participate. “People can actually come

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