Durham Parks and Recreation's Cultural Heritage Programs Unit is hosting two poetry workshops for teens (ages 13-18) to celebrate Juneteenth. These are free events, but pre-registration is required. They take place Saturday, June 18th, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., and from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., at Leigh Farm Park, 370 Leigh Farm Road, Durham. Join local poet, Kian Furnace, and Cultural … [Read more...] about Free Juneteenth poetry workshops for teens in Durham
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The Cookout — A Celebration in Honor of Juneteenth, with pro wrestling, music and more
The North Carolina Poor People's Campaign Cultural Arts Committee is presenting The Cookout -- A Celebration in Honor of Juneteenth on Saturday, June 26th, 2021, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at The Unity Center of Peace, 8800 Seawell School Road, Chapel Hill. The event will include special presentations about Juneteenth and its history, face painting, art exhibitions, dance performances, a Black … [Read more...] about The Cookout — A Celebration in Honor of Juneteenth, with pro wrestling, music and more
Post-Juneteenth Open Air Market in Durham
The Other America Movement is presenting the Post-Juneteenth Celebration Open Air Market on Friday, July 10th, 2020, from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m., at 117 Hunt Street, Durham. This will be a day of peace, unity and reflection, celebrating black independence and excellence. The event will include: Black vendors Craftspeople Food and drink Black Wall Street era jazz Live … [Read more...] about Post-Juneteenth Open Air Market in Durham
Juneteenth: A Drive-Thru Freedom Celebration in Raleigh
NC Counts Coalition is organizing a Juneteenth Drive-Thru Freedom Parade on Saturday, June 20th, 2020, from 10:30 a.m. to around 1 p.m. You're welcome to decorate your car and participate. Register to participate here. The meetup location is Washington Elementary School, 1000 Fayetteville Street, Raleigh. Meet up at 10:30 a.m., and the parade will start at 11 a.m., and last … [Read more...] about Juneteenth: A Drive-Thru Freedom Celebration in Raleigh
Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
To commemorate the resilient spirit of African Americans and to celebrate Juneteenth, #TheBounceBackRDU, a virtual storytelling event, will stream live on YouTube and Facebook, 7 pm, Friday, June 19, 2020. #TheBounceBackRDU features eight African Americans sharing stories about a time they fell down but didn’t stay down - they bounced back. The series is produced by Alexus Rhone, founder of … [Read more...] about Juneteenth 2020: #TheBounceBackRDU — a virtual storytelling event
Juneteenth farm tours in Chatham County
Off Grid in Color is a sanctuary for health and wellness at 11 Daisy Scurlock Road, Moncure, in Chatham County. Its mission is to lead people to greater self-sufficiency through farm raised food, birth coaching and community outreach. Off Grid in Color is offering Juneteenth farm tours on Friday, June 19th, 2020, from 5 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. They are free, but you need to reserve your … [Read more...] about Juneteenth farm tours in Chatham County
Juneteenth Celebration Car Parade in Durham
Celebrate Juneteenth and the 2020 census with East Durham neighborhood leaders with a Car Parade on June 20th, 2020. This parade will start and end at 414 E Main Street, Durham. Line up is at 10:30 a.m. The parade will start at 11 a.m. Make signs at home and decorate your car and join in! It will last around an hour and a half. Join My Black Counts NC, the Durham Complete Count Committee, … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Celebration Car Parade in Durham
2nd Annual Chatham County Juneteenth Observance of Human Rights–A Celebration of African American Culture and Resilience
Chatham Community Library, in partnership with Chatham Organizing for Racial Equity (CORE), is co-sponsoring the 2nd annual Juneteenth celebration on Saturday, June 22, 2019, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Chatham Agricultural & Conference Center, 1192 US Hwy 64 Business, Pittsboro. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. This is a free event and open to the public. There will be a variety of food … [Read more...] about 2nd Annual Chatham County Juneteenth Observance of Human Rights–A Celebration of African American Culture and Resilience
Juneteenth Concert Digital Block Party with Beyu Caffé
Beyu Caffe (pronounced be-you), is a cafe that also features live music and other events. Beyu is located in the heart of downtown Durham’s 5-Points area, at 341 West Main Street. Visit their Facebook page for a list of upcoming music events. They generally have a covers of $15 or under. One upcoming free event: Juneteenth Concert -- A Digital Block PartyFriday, June 19th, 20206 … [Read more...] about Juneteenth Concert Digital Block Party with Beyu Caffé
