2008
MACON
June 10-017, 2008 - Kwanzaa Cultural Access Center & Torchlight Academy, Inc. - MACON SET FOR 14TH ANNUAL JUNETEENTH FREEDOM FESTIVAL, SALUTE TO FREEDOM 5K RUN/WALK & GA JUNETEENTH WEEK EVENTS. The festival will open just before 3 p.m. with prayers and a tribute ceremony followed by the live jazz of former Gil-Scott Heron saxophonist Bilal Sunni Ali.  Other features include a Gospel showcase by Floetry including  gospel hip hop sensation Quest, Multi-instrumentalist Baatin’s Jazz Fusion combo,  live dance and drumming by Sashei African Music & Dance Ensemble, a performance by Terrie Ajile Axam’s Total Dance Theatre, powerful spoken word art by Queen Sheba of Atlanta, positive hip hop by Doogie Phi, Bismillah Crew, RaSearch, D.Cater and a variety of local spoken word artists and general performers.  The festival finale will be the soul stirring and soothing, positive messages of premium roots reggae performers Batch, Ras Attitude & The Zioners and from St. Croix, US Virgin Islands.

Preceding the culmination of June 17th will be a Georgia Juneteenth Week of events including a Tribute To the Ancestors Community Cleanup of Linwood Cemetery, Saturday, June 10th at 9 a.m.; Juneteenth Community History Tours, June 12th-14th at 11 a.m., beginning at Terminal Station; Georgia Juneteenth Recognition Day, a Middle Georgia observance urging various churches and agencies across Bibb County to educate youth about the history of Juneteenth, and Friday, June 16th  at The Douglass Theatre, Real Talk: A Hip Hop Conference for youth on knowing and celebrating the positivity of Hip Hop art and culture, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. films, discussions and demonstrations, afternoon feature films on hip hop, a 6:30 p.m. Panel Discussion on the State of Hip Hop by local music leaders; and a live talent showcase of hip hop at 7:30 p.m.  Also included will be an exhibit of Hip Hop Airbrush Art and photos by Macon Art Entrepreneur Carl Dudley. Admission to the Hip Hop Conference is free and recommended for church groups, day camps and other youth groups.

GEORGIA JUNETEENTH WEEK June 10th -17th, Macon, GA - Call 478-731-4689, 478-318-6265 or 478-745-1297;Vending: $50 Non-Food, $75 Food

Saturday June 10th Tribute To the Ancestors Community Cleanup of Linwood Cemetery 9 a..m.-10 p.m. Program; 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. Cleanup (Bring Lawn Cutting Equipment) (Walnut Street Pleasant Hill Neighborhood)

Monday-Wednesday, June 12th - 14th, 11 a.m. Juneteenth Community History Tours, Begin at and Return to Terminal Station (Downtown Macon), Donations Appreciated ($5 Suggested)

Thursday June 15th, Georgia Juneteenth Recognition Day,
a community-wide educational observance of community centers, churches, and day camps teaching youth about the tradition of Juneteenth and related historical information

Friday, June 16th, “REAL TALK” Hip Hop Conference, Free, Douglass Theatre, 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. features documentary excerpts on the History and Positive Power of Hip Hop, Demonstrations of Breakdancing, Beatboxing and Mceeing with some audience participation, Turntable Mixing Demonstration, Hip Hop Art: Creating Positive Influences and Product Marketing; Hip Hop Movies 3-6 p.m.; Community Panel Discussion on The Origins, Value and State of Hip Hop Today, 6:30 p.m;  Live Talent Showcase of Spoken Word and Hip Hop Dance Stylists, 7:30 p.m., featuring Queen Sheba, D.Cater, Doogie Phi, Fonzo-S, Bismillah Crew, Quest, Independent Nature, and others.

Saturday, June 17th 
7:30 a.m., Salute To Freedom 5K Run/Walk for Health & Peace, Begins and ends at GA Sports Hall of Fame (Lower Cherry Street Downtown Macon) Call 731-4689

or 752-1585 ext. 107 for race applications. 

2:30-10 p.m., 14th , Free; Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival at Tattnall Square Park, Admission Free, Featuring Afro-Latin Drum Call, Legendary Saxophonist Bilal Sunni Ali & Song of Life  Jazz Trio, Atlanta Spoken Word Sensation Queen Sheba, Floetry Christian Hip Hop & Entertainment Showcase, Gospel Hip Hop by QUEST, Live Music by Dean Brown, Sashei African Inspired Music & Dance Ensemble, 54th Massachusetts Union Soldier Re-Enactors Chaplin & Mrs. Pierce, Traditional Craft Demonstrators, Vendors of clothing, oils, books, arts& crafts, delicious-nutritious foods, Black Farmers, Terrie Ajile Axam’s Total Dance Theatre, Baatin’s Jazz Fusion Express, Spoken Word/Positive Hip Hop from Doogie Phi, Fonzo-S, D.Cater, RaSearch,  Issaiah 11:11, Bismillah Crew, South, Top Notch, and others plus a premium roots reggae concert by Batch, Ras Attitude & The Zioniers
KWANZAA CULTURAL ACCESS CENTER IN PARTNERSHIP WITH TORCHLIGHT ACADEMY, INC P.O. BOX 13001 MACON, GA 31208
PRESENTS
GA JUNETEENTH WEEK 2008 - JUNE 7- JUNE 14
Saturday, June 7:
Ancestor Tribute – Cemetery Clean up at Historic Linwood Cemetery, 8a.m., 2nd Annual Pleasant Hill Family Reunion, Mattie Hubbard Jones Playground

Sunday, June 8:
Discovering Our Roots: Genealogy Workshop, guided by Washington Library Archivist Muriel Jackson, 3-7 p.m., Ruth Hartley Mosley Women’s Center 626 Spring St, 318-6265

Tuesday & Wednesday, June 10-11:
Black History Van Tours of Historic Macon Sites, Call 318-6265, Morning Day Camp Tours and 6:30 p.m. evening tours available

Friday, June 13:
Real Talk Hip Hop Conference of Youth Responsibility,
Douglass Theatre, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Emcee, Breakdance, Deejay, Visual Arts Skills Sessions, Hip Hop History & Purpose, Music & Media Impacts on Real Life, Community Discussion on the State of Hip Hop, Live Performance Evening Showcase

Saturday, June 14:
6th Annual Salute to Freedom 5K Run/Walk & 1-Mile Fun Run for Health and Peace (Co Presented with GA Sports Hall of Fame)
Race, run or walk through scenic downtown, along the Ocmulgee Heritage Trail, through Central City Park. 5K -$15in advance/$20 day of/ $10 groups of 10+; 1 Mile Fun Run-$10
 
16th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival, 1 p.m. to Sundown,
Tattnall Square Park, Featuring positive live gospel, poetry & spoken word, dramatic presentations, social service booths, arts & food vendors, community speakers, African Dance, Dance Theatre by Terrie Axam’s Dancical Productions, Atlanta Neo-Soul Artist Julie Dexter, Middle GA Jazz & Soul Allstar Band, Union Soldiers Living History Demonstration,
children’s activities and more
 
VENDING: $50 NON-FOOD, $75 FOOD Call (478) 737-7436
June 14, 2008 - women of culture - Rubey Street Park, June 28th Macon missouri  9am til dark,  this year we have lots of things planned thoughout the day.  singing, steppers, t-shirt designers, bbq, avon, cake walks, white elephant sales, cotton candy, various state agencies to be on display, voters registration booth, and lots of things for the children to enjoy.
 
ATLANTA
  • June 19-21, 2008 - The APEX Museum will host a 3 day Juneteenth Celebration (Empowering our Youth & Reclaiming our History) in conjunction with the Auburn Avenue Research Library on African American History and Culture.  The three day celebration will include a Youth leadership Summit, Panel Discussions, Film Festivals, Performances, Vendors and more....Please contact the APEX Museum for more information. 404.523.2739
  • June 15, 2008 - First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta - On Sunday, June 15, First E will be celebrating Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the abolition of slavery.  Dr. Norman Harris and Dr. Clarissa Myrick-Harris from One World Archives will give some historical context of Juneteenth (www.oneworldarchives.org). Dr. Shirlene Holmes from Georgia State University will give a dramatic reading of "Ain't I A Woman" by Sojourner Truth. After service, we will be having a potluck/barbecue in the side space next to First E under a canopy tent.
 
DOUGLASS
June 16, 2007 - Joseph Enterprises, LLC - We are planning the 1st Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Douglas, Georgia on June 19th-21st at the City Complex located in the center of the city. It will include the following activities: Kick-Off Celebration, Jamborree/Dance, BBQ-Fish Fry, Bake-Off, Black Arts and Culture Show Case,
 
STONE MOUNTAIN
June 14,2008 - Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church - The 7th Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church will be June 14, 2008 from 12 noon to 4 p.m. This year's theme is: "Generation to Generation". Special guests from all age groups will perform including a group of 'senior citizens" from a sister church, a talented saxophone player-Mr. Paul Edwards and a youth praise dance group. There will be informational booths on: Juneteenth - what it means and feature photos from our previous six celebrations, a Voter Registration and NAACP membership sign up booth, an old fashioned 'soda fountain' shop, transporation through the ages booth, an antiques shop, a booth of church members family photo, scrapbooths depicting family traditions, a booth of our Emmanuel church history, and a booth on genealogy. Games and activities are planned for children and adults. There will be fun, food and fellowship for all. Pastor- Rev. Frederick A. Williamson, Address: 5746 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, Georgia
 

2007
ATLANTA
June 16, 2007 - Atlanta Juneteenth Organization, Inc.- We will be having our Official 1st ANNUAL,
Atlanta Juneteenth celebration on Saturday,
June 16, 2007 from 9:30Am - 5PM at the Lithonia Riding Club (The Ranch). Come let us celebrate our freedom. Let''s sing, dance, play, learn, exchange, perform, share, ride, cry, pray, and remember who we are. For Vendor Space and Sponsorship Opportunities contact (404) 324-3165
 
Marietta
Saturday June 16th 07 - Cobb County Branch NAACP - 4TH Annual Juneteenth Celebration Marietta Square
Glover Park 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Activities for the whole family, food, entertainment, vendors, health fair, children rides, voter registrations. Juneteenth enactments. Free and open to the public. Moonwalks, free watermelon slices, popcorn and cotton candy.
 
AUGUSTA
June 16th 2007 - African American Association of Augusta Inc. - This event will be held at May Park in Augusta, Georgia It will start at 12 noon. It will be in a picnic atmosphere from 12-4pm it will focus on the children with games, story telling, face painting and rides. From 6-10pm there will be a meet and greet featuring a Poetry/Spoken Word Circle, Drumming, Dance and a Fashion Show. June 9th will kick off the festivities with an Ancestral Remembrance at the river it will start at 11:30 am We will launch flowers in honor of our ancestors. This will be next to the boathouse at the Marina Join us for the honor of the ancestors. For Vendor information call 803 279-1256
 
Savannah
June 15 - 17, 2007 - The Geechee Institute - This annual event is entering its second year. 
Juneteenth 2007 - Savannah, GA - The Port of Entry for slaves entering the continental United States.  2007 THEME:  AFRICAN LINKAGES - Strength, Love, Celebration!
The Geechee Institute - founded in 1993 hosts Pan African celebrations that showcase historical victories and markers. 
Juneteenth Festival 2007 will feature a THREE DAY CELEBRATION Friday - Dedicated to Local Public and Private School Children - storytellers , a Children's Artist Market and a Marketplace in downtown Savannah's "Slave Market".  Saturday - music, African drummers, A Spoken Word Circle, Historical Exhibits, Films, a Geechee Dash Cookin' Contest and a host of culinary chefs from various countries within the African disapora.
Sunday - Dedicated to the Black Church Community - A Host of Choris - A Gospel in the Park, An Emancipation Play - "Tell t=Them We're Rising!", vendors, exhibits, lectures, Poets, Children's Artists Makret Winners.
Festival Opens June 15 - Press Conference 10am, Saturday June 16 - 10am - 9pm - Opening Ceremony on River Street. Sunday River Street - Gospel Celebration - Tours, Lectures - 10 am - 7:00pm
INFORMATION:  Call The Geechee Institute at (912) 631-3709   - for vendor and exhibit opportunities.
 
Stone Mountain
June 17, 2006 - Emmanuel AME Zion Church - This year marks our 6th year for our Annual Juneteenth Celebration.  The focus this year is African Americans in sports. Featured speakers are Mr. Walt Bellamy, a pro basketball Hall of Famer, Mrs. Nellie Goins, a famale "funny car" driver and scheduled to speak is Mr. James "Red"  Moore, former Negro Baseball League player. We will informational booths on: Our church history, family genealogy, African American Trailblazers in sports, Antiques, a "Taste of the South" with "down-home" foods, and a snow ball machine for old fashioned snow cones.  There will be a real"funny car" on display in front of the church. Table games for adults and a volleyball game for youth. Everyone is encouraged to dress in jeans and straw hats. An afternoon of  fun, learning and fellowship for everyone. Time 12 pm to 4 pm. 5746 Rockbridge Road, Stone Mountain, GA. Rev. Frederick A. Williamson, Pastor
 
Marietta
June 16, 2007 - Cobb County NAACP - Downtown Historic Marietta Square
Saturday, June 16, 2007 - 11am-7pm food, fellowship, vendors, entertainment, moonwalks, cotton candy & popcorn, health fair,
voter registration

2006

Columbus
June 16, 2005 - ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY, INC.
Gamma Tau Omega Chapter of
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority to Celebrate
Juneteenth with Western Round Up

Columbus, GA – Gamma Tau Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., presents its 2006 Juneteenth Western Round-Up dinner/dance on Friday, June 16, 8:00 p.m. in the North Hall of the Columbus Trade Center. Tickets for the dance are $35.00 per person. Everyone is asked to wear Western Attire.

For over 100 years African Americans in Texas and all over the country have been celebrating Juneteenth (or June 19, 1865) – the date when many of slaves in the state of Texas learned that they had been freed, two and a half years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation by President Abraham Lincoln. Today, Juneteenth commemorates African American freedom and emphasizes education and achievement. It is a day, a week, and in some areas a month marked with celebrations, guest speakers, picnics and family gatherings. It is a time for reflection and rejoicing.

So, put on your jeans and come join the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority for an evening of fun and fellowship with a western flair as we celebrate this historic day.

Proceeds benefit the chapter’s scholarship fund.

For information or tickets, call La Fini Mosby at 315-7825.
 
Macon
JUNE 24TH, 2006 - Women of Culture will be celebrating their 3rd. Annual Juneteenth on June 24, 2006 at Rubey Street Park in Macon, MO.  There will be all kinds of soul food, booths, entertainment including the Mid Missouri High Steppers.  This wonderful event will begin at 10:00 A.M.
 
Atlanta
June 24, 2006 - Antioch Urban Ministries, Inc. - Stone Mountain Juneteenth Gospel Celebration with speeches and gospel artists, such as Hezekia Walker, local choirs and step teams - To be held on June 24, 2006, 10:00 - 8:30 p.m. at Stone Mountain Park.  Tickets:  Adults $16, Children $10, Parking $8.00.  Guests will be able to enjoy the other amenities of the park, including the fireworks display which starts at 9:00 p.m.  For more information, call 404-688-7346.
 
Marietta
June 17, 2006 - Cobb County Branch NAACP - OUR THIRD ANNUAL JUNETEENTH EVENT
VENDORS, FAMILY FUN, FOOD, VOTER REGISTRATIONS, PRIZES,ENTERTAINMENT
10:00 AM- 4:00 PM
MARIETTA SQUARE / GLOVER PARK Marietta, GA
 
Morrow
June 18, 2006 - Community Fellowship Church - Community Fellowship Church will be hosting its 2nd annual Juneteenth Celebration at Tara Elementary School in Morrow, GA at 10:30am with guest speaker Davis Cooper. There will be activites, talent, poetry and a feast for Fathers Day. Please come out and join us!
 

2005
KENNESAW
June 18, 2005 - Legacy Park Juneteenth Committee
The fifth Annual Cobb County Juneteenth Celebration will be held at the Legacy Park Amphitheater (Kennesaw, GA) on Saturday, June 18, 2005 from 10 am - 10pm. Activities includes Moonwalks, face painting, gospel artists, live entertainment, vendors, arts and crafts, food, raffle prizes, giveaways, clown, music and much more.
GRIFFIN
May 21, 2005 - Juneteenth Committee
The second annual Juneteenth Festival will be held in Griffin, GA on May 21, 2005 at the Spalding County Park & Recreation at 601 Camp Northern Road, Griffin, GA 30224.  There will be food, arts & crafts, music, public service, fun and games for the whole family.  This is the second annual celebration therefore, our mission this year is to make the community aware of the history and legacy behind the celebration.  We want to focus on awareness, participation and coming together.  We plan to have various events throughout the day such as voter registration, health screenings, can and clothing drive, public awareness, basketball games, storytelling, black history etc. 
ATLANTA
SunTrust Juneteenth Celebration June 19, 2005 4:00p.m. - 8:00p.m. The Historic Atrium, 236 Auburn Avenue Atlanta, GA 30308 The purpose of the SunTrust Juneteenth celebration is to celebrate the 140th year of The Emancipation Proclamation. This event will support our diversity initiatives with our African American employees, clients and community and further our commitment to diversity in our community at large. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere where the history of the African American community will be re-enacted and experienced through a series of performances by local individuals and groups, including Rev. Timothy Flemming, Sr. and “The Old Time Camp Meeting Songs”, Akbar Imhotep, Storyteller, A M Praise from Shaw Temple AME Zion Church with Keyth Lee, former Musical Director of The Alliance Theatre, Pan People Steel Band & Oglethorpe Steel Drum Ensemble, as well as several local choral groups. We have chosen the old Odd Fellows Annex Auditorium because of its historic significance. The site was dedicated by Booker T. Washington in 1914, one year prior to his death, and Louis Armstrong, Cab Calloway, Count Basie, Sam Cooke, Dianah Washington and others have performed here. We would hope to have approximately 350 people attend the SunTrust Juneteenth Celebration. The tickets would be offered on a first come, first served basis to SunTrust Atlanta based employees but we would set aside up to 100 tickets to give to community leaders and friends in an effort to reach out beyond the company. Refreshments will be served immediately following the celebration.

June 18, 2005 - Metro-Atlanta Kwanzaa Association - Juneteenth '05 is Sponsored by the Metro-Atlanta Kwanzaa Association Saturday, June 18, 2005 in the West End Park from 12 noon-8 pm. Admission is free. Phone Ahmed Seku Ture at 770-471-4409 fo additional information.
BUENA VISTA
Come celebrate the 140th Anniversary of Juneteenth with us at Brown Chapel AME Church in Buena Vista, Georgia on June 18, 2005 beginning at 9 AM and ending whenever we go home. See you there!!!
LAWRENCEVILLE
The United Ebony Society of Gwinnett County (Georgia) will host their annual Juneteenth celebration at the Femal Seminary Building, 455 Perry Street, Lawrenceville, Georgia, on Saturday, June 18, 2005 from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Film/movies, vendors, food, guest speakers, song, special presentations.
MACON
Kwanzaa Cultural Access Center & Torchlilght Academy - 2nd Annual Georgia Juneteenth Week (June 11-18, 2005) featuring the 13th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival and the 3rd Annual Salute To Freedom 5K Run/ Walk June 11: Ancestors' Tribute & Cleanup at Linwood Cemetery in Historic Pleasant Hill. 8a - 2p June 12: Spiritual Unity Program focusing on the divine principles and the unity of human hearts in righteousness. Central Church of Christ, Key Street. 3 p.m. June 13 - 16: Macon Black History Tours. Call 335-9314 for more info. June 14: Community Performing Arts Day for Youth at L.H. Williams Community Center. 1-3 p.m. June 15: Boys to Men Symposium of Success. Series of mini-workshops on points of self improvement and responsibility for youth and adult males. Excerpt of the Million Man March. Douglass Theatre. June 16: Ladies Night at The Comedy Connection, Emery Hwy, featuring spoken word, comedy and other live entertainment. 7p.m. June 17: Hip Hop Conference: Learning Positive Messages & Roots of Culture through Hip Hop. Workshops on the art of hip hop, break dancing, fashion & visual art, dee jaying and mceeing, ethics, MC Messages & moral responsibility. $5 17&under, $10 adults. June 18: 3rd Annual "Salute to Freedom" 5K Run Walk. Copresented with the GA Sports Hall of Fame. Race begins and ends at GA Sports Hall of Fame. $12 in advance, $15 day of registration. A Run See GA Event! Call ($78)731-4689 June 18: 13th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Festival featuring live go-go by the Junkyard Band, reggea by Nazarette, jazz, gospel, poetry, dance, art exhibits, afrocentric vendors. Vending fee $50 & $75(food) For more information call (478)745-1297,(478)757-1165, (478)
STONE MOUNTAIN
Emmanuel A.M.E. Zion Church - June 18, 2005 - This is our 4th Annual Juneteenth Celebration. The event features booths reflecting our heritage including: Information about Juneteenth, quilts and quilting, life in the 1860s, antiques, our church history, our church members family history (with photos).a "sit and chat" area where youth and adults talk about the past. Church members are encouraged to dress in "ole timey" attire, e.g. straw hats, dungurees, long dresses. Each year we invite special guests to address specific areas. This year we willl have The Tuskegee Airmen (Dekalb County Chapter) and representaives from the Tucker History Center to speak on genealogy and the signifigance of knowing your family history. In previous years we had black cowboys, members of the 54th Msss. Infantry, a gospel group - The Heart and Soul Heritage Singers and other guests to talk about Black History.  In addition to the booths we have games for the youth and plenty of food.  The day ends with a kickball games where everyone is invited to participate. 
AUGUSTA
African American Assoication of Augusta ,inc - Pendleton King Park, June 11,2005 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm . A day of entertainment choirs ,games, storytelling, great food, and celebrating our history
MARIETTA
June 18,2005 - Cobb County Branch NAACP - Our 2nd Annual Juneteenth Celebration in the downtown historical Marietta Square ( Glover Park) Starting at 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. A festival of food, moonwalks and games for childrens', vendors fun, voter registrations NAACP memberships, etc.,
RIVERDALE
June 19,2005 - Community Fellowship Church - Juneteenth Celebration - 696 Mount Zion Rd St. 4A  Jonesboro, GA 30236  770.968.9979/ 770.909.3761
From 10am - 12pm - Community Fellowship Church will be acknowledging this wonderful day of freedom with poetry, food and keynote speaker Davis Cooper. Come out for this awesome day that will be shared with Fathers Day this year.
THOMASTON
This date of May 29th has been celebrated in Thomaston, GA continuously since 1865. It is one of the oldest celebrations in the United States. Activities include a parade, speeches, food fun and other celebrations
VALDOSTA
Wednesday, June 15, 2005 @ 7PM - Fund Raiser Steak Dinner Sponsored by Outback Steak House @Mathis City Auditorium Tickets $10.00
Thursday, June 16, 2005 @ 7PM - A night in the Park Barber Park - Free Food
Friday, June 17, 2005 @ 7PM- Free Fish Fry/Gospel Fest - Olympic Park
Saturday June 18, 2005 @8AM - Fun Run/Walk @ Southside LIbrary, Fishing Rodeo (16 & under) @ Payton Park (Sponsored by Valdosta Parks & Recreation) @ 10AM Activities in Payton Park -Opening Ceremony All Day Vendors, Games, Poetry and Music 1PM Free lunch