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ALBANY |
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June
14, 2008 - City of Albany - The City of Albany 4th
Annual Juneteenth Celebration will be held at the Arbor
Hill Community Center, 10-2pm on Saturday, June 14th,
2008. There will be workshops, Essay & Poster
Contest Winners announced, Juneteenth Talent Show, and
lots of fun and free food. |
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HIGHLAND
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June
14, 2008 - Saint Mark's Baptist Church of Highland
Falls, NY will be hosting a Juneteenth Barbecue at Round
Pond Recreation Area Rte 293 from 12:00 pm until 7:00
pm. Free entertainment includes singing, praise dance,
free fishing for children 16 and under (must bring your
own fishing equipment), volleyball, horseshoe, boating
and celebrating African-American culture and history.
Fun for the entire family! No rain date. |
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DUNKIRK |
June
7 - 8, 2008 - Juneteen Celebration Committee - In
1996, citizens of the Dunkirk-Fredonia community
co-sponsored the first Juneteenth Celebration to be
observed in Chautauqua County. The main goal of
this celebration is to commemorate and perpetuate the
heritage, culture and contributions of African
Americans. This is our thirteenth year celebration
and will include a party jumper, music, food, face
painting, African drumming and dancing, cartoon
characters, informational booths, vendors, craft
displays, ice cream eating contest, and a chicken wing
eating contest. On Sunday there will be a Gospel
Service at 12:00 noon followed by a Gospel Fest
featuring local and nationally-renown musical groups.
Everyone is invited and welcome to attend this family,
community-oriented event.
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LACKAWANNA |
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May 29,
2008 -
Our annual
International Night is coming up very soon on the 29th
of May. We are a club at Lackawanna High School and we
try our hardest to get volunteers to come to our school
on International Night to perform,speak or do just
about anything that will relate to their cultural
background. We are just a small organization in a very
small school but we would love for you to come to and
volunteer at our event. |
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RIVERHEAD |
June
14, 2008 - East End Voters Coalition - Juneteenth
Celebration 2008! Saturday June 14th. Parade from
Pulaski Street School in Riverhead starts at 11am...
Free Picnic lunch starts at 12noon at Stotsky Park in
Riverhead... for more information contact Co-chair
Robert(Bubbie) Brown at (631) 369-4642 or member, Elaine
McPherson (631) 433-3962. Enjoy games, speeches,
music and more.
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BROOKLYN |
June
6,13,20,27 2008 - June Movie Month - Brooklyn, NY
June 6th, 13th, 20th and 27th. (7:00pm). Each Friday
Night in June I will host a movie showcasing Black
Culture in the Civil Rights era. Following each
film we will have a short Q&A. Movies may include:
The Rosa Parks Story, Malcolm X, The Great Debaters,
Panther, Bamboozled and others. Refreshments will be
provided but more is always welcome. This will be held
at my house: Rajahm Sellers, 521 Madison St, 2A,
Brooklyn, NY 11221 #646-294-8152
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June
14, 2008 - Shoot Films, Not People Productions - We
are having an amazing event at the historical Slave
Theater
in Brooklyn in celebration of Juneteenth this year. If
you are a performing artist, vendor or would love to
host a lecture, please
give me a shout. Last year's event was amazing... Let's
do it again before the theater is gone. 2nd ANNUAL
GETTING FREE JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
* JUNE 20, 2008 (Saturday), NOON – 7PM *
BROOKLYN, NY
This year, the Slave Theater (a cultural landmark) in
Brooklyn, NY is hosting it's SECOND 'Link Up and Get
Free' Juneteenth
Celebration. This FREE event will feature some of
Brooklyn's finest performing artist, local fashion
designers, vendors and food that reflect the spirit of
Juneteenth.
The purpose of the Getting Free Juneteenth celebration
is to primarily focus on building up a supportive
network of community members, raise community awareness,
network, artist exchange, and raise awareness about the
Slave Theater. The Slave Theater is now in probate court
since the passing of the late Judge John Phillips. We
want to do it big this year. This will be a day we
commit to each other the needed support as family,
friends and co-workers. It is a day we build coalitions
that enhance African American economics.
With
your artistic and community support, the Slave Theater
will never be forgotten. We cannot do this alone.
Everyone in the Bed-Stuy community and surrounding areas
to join us in a day of celebrating our freedom from
slavery.
Slave Theater 1215 fulton Street Brooklyn, NY 11216 Noon
– 7Pm For more information on this event and the history
of the slave
theater, log onto www.myspace.com/savetheslavetheater |
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June
20, 2008 - UPROSE Healthcare Eduction Project & Red Hook
Rise - The Baobab - IN COMMEMORATION OF JUNE 19,
1865. Community gathering celebrating our African
Diaspora. Join our circle in commemorating one of the
most under-celebrated historical events of United States
History - the overdelayed emancipation of the slaves of
Galveston Texas. UPROSE, The Healthcare Education
Project, Generation H, and Red Hook Rise are joining to
commemorate JUNETEENTH by hosting a night of education,
culture and celebration featuring a screening of
"Unnatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick?"
and the award winning dance performance of BOMBA YO!
JUNETEENTH - June 19, 1865 - was the day that General
Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas and issued
General Order #3 that freed the last 250,000 slaves
whose bondage, due to the minimal Union presence in the
region, had been essentially unaffected by Lincoln's
Emancipation Proclamation of January 1, 1863.
June 19th which was quickly shortened to "Juneteenth"
among celebrants has become the African-American
addendum to our national Independence Day.
Celebrate with us our diversity and our heritage. Please
join us for free food, screening, presentation and
discussion on health care and the related issues that
arise from inequalities, disenfranchisement, poverty,
and other social dynamics. Directions to UPROSE:
"R" train to 25th Street Come for education, libations,
and liberation and invite others to this event! We look
forward to seeing you there! |
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WHITE
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June
14, 2008 - White Plain Juneteenth Heritage Committee
- Governor David Paterson will be the Grand Marshal for
the 4th annual White Plains (NY) Juneteenth Parade &
Festival, which takes place on Saturday, June 14th.
Groups from all over the tri-state area will celebrate
Juneteenth – the oldest nationally celebrated
commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United
States. The parade will kick-off at noon at
Mamaroneck Avenue and Old Mamaroneck Road and travel
down Mamaroneck Avenue to Main Street in front of City
Hall. Immediately following the parade there will
be a festival on Court Street and Martine Avenue with
something for everyone. Grammy and Tony Award
winning actress and singer Jennifer Holliday, the
original Effie in the Broadway cast of Dream Girls, will
be the featured entertainer at the show mobile.
The parade and festival will go forward rain or shine.
For additional information go to
www.whiteplainsjuneteenthheritagecommittee.org. or call
(914) 422-1339. |
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June
22, 2008 - Community Unitarian Church of White Plains -
This is an annual worship service by Unitarians. It is
sponsored by the church's In the Spirit of Truth sharing
Circle which provides forms and discussions on learning
to combat racism and other forms of injustice. We
address the personal level, the community, and world
wide racism. It is important to keep the conversation
going, learn about diverse cultures and understand what
it is to teach and practice tolerance and understanding.
We must stand up to injustice with knowledge and social
action. This year we will focus on Black Indians and
their hidden history. I will shed lihgt on the personal
stories of individuals in this culture. |
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MONTICELLO
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June
21, 2008 - Sullivan County NAACP - Festive
Celebration with song, dance, food, poetry and dance.
Ted Strobele Center, June 21, 2008, 12;00 PM. |
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SCHENECTADY |
June
13 154, 2008 - Hamilton Hill Arts Center -
ADMISSION: FREE - Central Park, Schenectady, New York
June 13 - June 15, 2008 - 11am - 7pm - Ancestor
Ceremony, The Federation of Black Cowboys, Grandmaster
Maurice Ashley Chess Simuls, Vendors, Food, Childrens'
Arts & Crafts Activities - Basketball Competitions (
3-Point Shooting, Slam Dunk and 5-Ball ), Live Music
Entertainment featuring JAMZ 96.3, and more... |
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BINGHAMTON
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June
14, 2008 - Saturday, The Binghamton
Poetry & Writer's Group - Binghamton, Juneteenth
Celebration
Columbus Park Binghamton, NY 13901
8:30 AM - 6 PM
Food, Fun, Crafts, Membership Sign-Up Tables, Cultural
Events, Music, Books, Singing, Guest Speakers, Face
Painting, Art Exhibit, etc.... |
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CANANDAIGUA |
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June
23, 2008 - Canandaigua VAMC - Celebration for
inpatient and outpatient veterans presented by the
Minority Veterans Program Coordinator and Recreation
Deptment at the Canandaigua/ROPC VA Medical Center.
Event will host guest speaker to speak about history and
significance of Juneteenth, also veterans poetry will be
read. Refreshments and ice-cream will be served |
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WASHINGTONVILLE |
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June
21, 2008 - Hope Enterprises - Washingtonville, NY.,
June 21, 2008 @ 2pm. Potluck BBQ, food, games,
door prizes and our famous Black History Quiz. By
invitation only! |
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2007 |
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BUFFALO |
June
17 - 18 - Raelea Myles - My location is 44 Linden
Park.My date is 17-18.The time is 1:00pm or 2:00pm.My
activities is singing and dancing.
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WASHINGTONVILLE |
06/16/2007 - Hope Enterprises - Potluck BBQ, family,
friends and vendors welcome.
Music, food, drink, games, and our famous Black History
Quiz. Door Prizes, raffle and quiz prizes.
Saturday, June 16,2007, Washingtonville, New York.
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HEMPSTEAD |
6/16/07
- Village of Hempstead NY and Diaspora Cultural
Services, Inc. - LOCATION:(Areas):"Heroes Way", 320
Weir Street, Hempstead New York, THEMES: Education,
Cleanliness-Kick Off for the Cleanest Village in New
York State Campaign; Safe Communities-Kick -Off for the
August 7th, "Weed & Seed National Night Out Against
Crime" Event",All Day Preaching, African Dance &
Drumming, Gospel Group Competition, Tamboreen
Competition, Open (Comedy)Mic Sponsored by: "Giggles
Comedy Club", Foot Races, "Food's of the African
Diaspora Food Court",Black Cowboys/Girls, Health
Information, CBO Visibilities, etc., etc...
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NEW YORK |
June
19th - Ms.Linnen's Juneteenth Day Celebration - Each
student given a country especially those related to the
African Diaspora to research. The brief research
should talk about freedom, from whom, when, how, etc.
Afag and map are created. We have an indoor BBQ
following the presentations.
Saturday, June 16, 2007 - New Amsterdam Musical
Association -7:30 PM - 10:30PM
The New Amsterdam Musical Association is located t 107
West 130th Street (Between Lenox Ave & 7th Ave) in
Harlem (Uptown Manhattan), New York City.
Jazz Art is a celebration of Jazz, presenting the Willie
Mack Quartet and Jazzart featuring the work of numerous
guests artists including Swatch Artist, Roslyn Briggs,
Sand Dancer Loretta Abbott and Painter Michael Chamblee.
The Savoy Fanasy - Swing Dancers will also be on hand
with Harry Conner & Ruby Reeves. There
will also be an open jam for all with the desire to
share their talent.
Donation $10.00 (212) 234-2973
June
16, 2007 - Malcolm Shabazz Masjid and the Kingfest
Association - 14th Year Celebration on June 16, 2007
begins with a Breakfast at 9:00 AM and then a Parade
commencing at 11:30 AM. Marching from 116th Street
and Lenox Avenue, up Eigth Avenue to 125th Street and
Marcus Garvey Park then down 123rd Street back to 116th
Street and Lenox Avenue for a Street Fair, Double Dutch
Tournament and Basketball Tournament all in front of the
Open Air Malcolm Shabazz Market. Live Radio
Broadcast and Entertainment throughout the day.
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POUGHKEEPSIE |
June
15,2007 - Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Library
- 3rd annual Juneteenth Celebration
Friday June 15,2007 Bringing Light To Our Community. Our
program starts at 5:30pm with guest speaker who will
talk about Juneteenth and what it means to our
community. Entertainment by local Poetry group and we
will hand out community awards to three special people
who brought light to our community this year.
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RIVERHEAD |
SATURDAY JUNE 16, 2007 - EAST END VOTERS COALITION -
You are invited to our 6th annual Juneteenth Celebration
2007. Sponsored by the East End Voters Coalition of
Riverhead. Starting with a parade at 11am marching
from Pulaski Street School to Stotsky Park. The events
will take place on Saturday June 16, 2007...raindate is
Sunday June 17, 2007. Come enjoy games, a free picnic,
speakers, d.j., scholarship winners and MORE!
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BROOKLYN |
June
17, 2007 - Shoot Films, Not People Productions -
This year, the Slave Theater (a cultural landmark) in
Brooklyn, NY is hosting it’s first annual ‘Link Up and
Get Free’ Juneteenth Celebration. This FREE event will
feature some of Brooklyn’s finest performing artist,
local fashion designers, vendors and food that reflect
the spirit of Juneteenth. We welcome; Everyone in the
Bed-Stuy community and surrounding areas to join us in a
day of celebrating our freedom from slavery.
Slave Theater - 1215 Fulton Street Brooklyn, NY
11216 Noon – 7Pm
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Bronx |
June 17, 2006
- Zion International Outreach Ministries - Juneteeth Community Cookout.
On June 17, 2006, 4:00-7:00 PM. held at 806 Cauldwell Ave. Bronx, New York. Community BBQ: Free food, live music, games, giveaways, face painting.
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Brooklyn |
June 18, 2006
- Brownsville Heritage House - Brownsville Heritage House invites you to its 9th annual Juneteenth celebration. The on-going slavery exhibit opens on June 18, 2006 from 2 - 5 p.m. Please call for additional dates and times. Heritage House is located at 581 Mother Gaston Boulevard, Brooklyn, NY 11212 (Upstairs over the Stone Ave. Library at the corner of Dumont Ave.) Contact: (718)385-1111. FREE Admission
June 22
2006 - BMBC Youth Ministry
484 Washington Ave, 6-9pm. Youth read poetry and
had a fashion show from slavery to modern times with
food.
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2005 |
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ELMIRA |
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18, 2005 -
Ernie Davis Park, Lake & 5th Streets, Elmira, NY
10 a.m. til 6 p.m. --- Free hotdogs & drink for children under 10 yrs. old, old fashion games like egg toss, sack and wheelbarrel racing, rope jumping, gospel singing, dance groups, vendors (community service and food), storytelling, local government and educational speakers |
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WHITE PLAINS |
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11, 2005 - White Plains Juneteenth Heritage Committee -
The White Plains Juneteenth Heritage Committee will
host the 1st ever Juneteenth Parade and Festival in
White Plains on June 11,2005. The parade will
begin at the Southend of Mamaroneck Ave. and travel to
main turning right in front of City Hall and the viewing
stand. Parade participants will continue to
Tibbets Park for a celebration with entertainment and
food. Activities: Parade, Floats, Bands, Dancers
and Steppers. Grand Marshal: Jennifer Jordan, WCBS-TV Correspondent
Festival: 1-7 PM
Location: Court and Main Streets
Activities: Food, Music, and Entertainers
For information call, 914-422-1336. |
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BROOKLYN |
Senator John Sampson & Assemblyman Towns
(i.e. NYS Legislature) -
Location: Brownsville Recreational Center, 1555 Linden Blvd., Brooklyn NY 11207
Time: 10am-4pm
Activities: (Friday) Gospel Sing-Off, Talent Explosion; (Saturday) Double-Dutch Contest, Step Show Performance, storytelling and "Poetry Jam"; (Sunday) individuals will congregate at their respective places of worship to celebrate those slaves who used Negro spirituals and their individual faith to transcend the horrible reality of slavery. *There will be a barbecue, featuring strawberry soda also.
To make this effort a community-wide celebration, I am reaching out to you for assistance. If your agency is interested in partnering with us to make this event a memorable one, kindly contact Christina Bratten in my Albany Office at (518) 455-2788 or Natashua Rice in Assemblyman Towns' Office at (518) 455-5821.
June
18, 2005 - The Difference Production
Juneteenth Artistic Freedom Festival, ‘Elevating Our
Awareness’
Free Community Outdoor Concert & Festival, Saturday,
June 18, 2005 10 AM to 10 PM Performances & festival end
at 8 PM, The Kosciuszko Garden Learning Center,
Kosciuszko Street , (between Lewis Ave. and Marcus
Garvey Blvd.)Brooklyn, New York
June
10, 11, 2005 - Assemblyman Darryl Towns - It will be at the Brownsville Recreational Center at 1555 Linden Blvd. Brooklyn, NY The activities include a cookout on Saturday, a double dutch contest, a skip performed by students.
First Unitarian Congregational Society in Brooklyn
- JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION
(Sponsored by the Weaving the Fabric of Diversity Committee)
SUNDAY JUNE 19th Service 11:00am in the Chapel
- Introduction of our new Interim Minister - the Rev. Charlotte Cowtan
- Remembering the civil rights movement - 40th anniversary of the Great March from Selma
- Intergenerational reflections
STREET PICNIC AND BLOCK PARTY! - Immediately following on Monroe Place Picnic menu: Love – joy – friendship – caring
Pot luck: bring some of your favorite picnic food to share (salads, casseroles, desserts)
Some starter foods, like hotdogs (meat and veggie) & veggie burgers, will be provided.
Brooklyn Covenant Ministries/BCMQUEST - Sunday
June 19th 11am to 1pm @ 138 South Oxford Street,
Brooklyn, N.Y. 11217 Special recognition and worship
service to celebrate Father's Day and Black
males/fathers who have made a difference in your life,
community and African-American history. 2pm to 6pm
a community Juneteenth celebration at the "Five Spot"
Restaurant and showcase located on the corner of
Washington & Myrtle Avenues, in Brooklyn, N.Y. 11205.
FREE ADMISSION AND 50 % DISCOUNT OFF THE MENU. A
traditional family celebration updated with historical
multimedia presentation, live performances (gospel,
hip-hop, visual arts and steel pan)dramatic spoken word
presentation with audience participation. A FAMILY
ACTIVITY AND ALL ARE WELCOME CO-SPONSORED BY BROOKLYN
COVENANT MINISTRIES AND RE:MUSIC GROUP.
June
20, 2005 NYCDOE-Medical Leaves & Benefits -
Discussion of historical events leading to the African
American Emancipation Day of celebration and
retroflection.
Southern USA BBQ will be served. Price of Admission:
Statement of One fact about slavery and One fact about
the ascension and proliferation of June 19th as a
memorialization of the Juneteenth commemoration.
June
20, 2005 - Brownsville Heritage House - Brownsville
Heritage House invites you to its 8th annual Juneteenth
celebration on June 25, 2005 from 2 - 6 p.m. It
will be held in Howard Gardens (Howard Avenue between
Blake and Dumont Avenues, Brooklyn, NY 11212). Events
will include a slavery exhibit, poetry, artwork and
music. Contact: (718)385-1111. FREE Admission |
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SYRACUSE |
June
13, 2005
Syracuse Juneteenth Celebration: Juneteenth An African-American Cultural Festival
6/17/05 Flag Raising
10:00 a.m., City Hall
Ancestral Ceremony & Celebration 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.400 Block South Ave
6/18/05
Freedom Parade
11:00 a.m. – Noon Corner of Tallman and S. Salina to Clinton Square
Main Stage
Noon – 10:00 p.m., Clinton Square
Cultural Stage Featuring: cultural and youth performances
Noon – 6:00 p.m., Hanover Square
Multi Cultural Market Featuring: artisans, vendors, Healthy Living exhibitors, and Promoting Diversity at School and in the Work Place exhibitors.
Noon – 6:00 p.m.
Fun ZoneFeaturing: games, activities and culturally based arts & crafts
Noon – 6:00 p.m., Hanover Square
Teen Scene Featuring: teen performance stage and “Hoops for Peace” basketball skills contest
Noon – 6:00 p.m.Key Bank Parking Lot |
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SCHENECTADY |
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17-19, 2005 - Hamilton Hills Arts Center - A
performance by Kim & Reggie Harris at SCCC at 7pm.
Admission is $10. June 18th - Join us at the
Schenectady Museum for carnival rides, community
discussions, lectures, children’s activities and a
craft fair! June 19th - The carnival rides
continue at the Schenectady Museum! Admission is
free. |
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QUEENS |
June
18, 2005 - Millions for Reparations
Millions for Reparations Affair 718-398-1766 1st
celebration of Juneteenth at the rededication of
"Reparation Rock" (Historical Red,Black & Green rock,
painted by Black Panthers in early seventies) last year
on Saturday, June 19, 2004. This years celebration which
was supported by the entire Black community will be
bigger and better. The Millions for Reparations
mobilization was the organizing formation of the first
historic National Reparations Rally in Wash. DC in 2000.
There will be a bar b que and political and cultural
activities throughout the day as we intensify our demand
for Reparations |
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BRONX |
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June 18, 2005 - Zion International Outreach Ministries
- Our first Juneteenth Celebration: A Community Cookout will be held at
806 Cauldwell Avenue in the Bronx between 158th and 160th streets. The fun will begin at
12 noon on Saturday June 18, 2005. The church will provide free hotdogs, sodas, popcorn, balloons, games, give-a-ways, live singing, and music for the Afro-Latino youth in the neighborhood. |
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POUGHKEEPSIE |
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June 10th at 6pm to 8pm the Sadie Peterson Delaney African Roots Library will whole a community discussion about Juneteenth and its history and show a film about Juneteenth.
There will be food and a book display about African slavery in north america.
This event is open to all ages and all are welcome |
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NIAGARA
FALLS |
| June
16, 2005 -
Guildcare is a wellness program for ages 18 and up. We serve the blind community and serve those with medical problems. It is a Day program for family relief of caring for their loved ones during day time hours. Our registrants and staff are one big melting pot of races.
We are providing soul food, dressing in costume of the period, gospel music, poetry, history of Juneteenth, history of the A.M.E.Zion Church.
Basically providing insight into Afro-Americans cultural customs of then and now. |
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RIVERHEAD |
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East End Voters Coalition
Starting with a parade beginning at
Pulaski Street School, Riverhead at 11am on Sat. June 18, 2005
(raindate Sun. June 19th) marching to Stotsky Park Riverhead. Picnic beginning at 12noon. There will guest speakers, D.J.'s, gospel music groups and fun for the children. Free Admission! |
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ITHACA |
| Southside Community Center
- June 24th, Jazz concert by Gerry Eastman at the Southside Community Center
June 25th, Street festival 12noon - 7pm, 300 Block of South Plain St. (If it rains, the event will happen inside of the Southside Community Center at 305 South Plain St. There will be vendors, performers, games and activities.
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UNIONDALE |
6-17-05: Re-enactment of the news delivery to Texas that slavery had ended. Coupled with song, dance, poetry, and drama. A celebration of our local African-American heros who have helped raise the standards of blacks on Long Island. 8:00 pm
6-18-05: Youth Explosion. Outdoor event in the Churh parking lot. Food, rides, free concert with Gospel artist Richie Righteous. 12:00 pm - 7:00 pm
6-19-05: Culmination worship services at 8:00 am and 11:30 am |
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NEW YORK |
Sister's Uptown Bookstore LLC - Juneteenth is day many of our culture do not know about. This celebration is going to be attended by speakers M'webe, editor of "Da GhettoTymes", Queen Bilquis, Brother Zaid Muhammed of the New Black Panther Party. Spoken Word artists featured are Shadagga of "Mahogany Blues" magazine, Hasan Salaam & Naiwyze.
The event will take place on Sunday, June 19, 2005 from 3p - 5p. There will be arts and crafts for the children, food will be served and a libation ceremony. Please come out and join us in teaching and learning about who we really are on this special occasion. If you are interested in speaking or performing at this event, please contact Ryss no later than June 3 to confirm your attendance. Please reach out to all your friends and family for this proud day in our lives.
There is a $7 Cover for this event.
Guyana
Tri-State Alliance - Celebrating Guyana's 39th
Independence Anniversary to be held at the City
Council Chambers, City Hall, Park Row, on
Thursday, June 9th, 2005 at 5:30 p.m. Admission
is free and Refreshments will be served.
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MONTICELLO |
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America’s oldest known celebration of the ending of
slavery is coming to Sullivan County, NY! This year, the
celebration will be bigger and better with a celebration
of Liberty held in Monticello. Smokin’ Spoken Wordz
Productions is pleased to have Sullivan County’s NAACP
(a stellar civil rights non profit organization) as
supporters and sponsors of the African American
Emancipation Day event which will take place on
Saturday, June 18th, 2005 from 10am - 10pm.
Hosted by L. Monique, rain or shine - it’ll all happen
at Monticello’s Neighborhood Facility on Jefferson
Street (off Broadway). BREAKING CHAINS
(Empowering Our Youth) A JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION ....will
be packed full of riveting and edutaining poetry
performances. Complimenting the day’s entertainment will
be a variety of live music + Music by Monticello’s Own
DJ Smooth, dance (step, jazz & praise dance) and song
(performed by youth & adult artists). In addition to
vendors, various community organizations will be on hand
to offer information and empowering resources.
Emphasizing education and achievement are the event’s
focus. Keeping that in mind, the 2005 theme of
Breaking Chains; Empowering Youth will be continuously
and creatively reinforced throughout the day. Call
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BUFFALO |
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June 18 & 19, 2005 - Buffalo's Juneteenth Festival is
held in Martin Luther King Jr. Park at the corner of
Best and Fillmore Streets. The festival features
ethnic food, dance, music and more. |
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LYONS |
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June 18th, 2005 - Wayne County Museum & Multicultural
Arts Program - Juneteenth Celebration at the
Wayne County Museum Saturday, June 25, 2005
Museum is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Buffalo
soldiers, dancers, drummers and storytellers.
Refreshments will be available. Reduced museum
admission of $1. For more information, call
315-946-4943. |
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