What is Juneteenth?
June 19 is an important day. For many, it’s a day of celebration. For others, it’s a day of remembrance. The holiday, also known as “Juneteenth,” is a global celebration of the emancipation of enslaved African Americans. In June 2021, it was established as a federal holiday—the first federal holiday declared since the 1980s. Juneteenth is widely celebrated in a variety of ways that bring communities together. Learn more here.
Juneteenth is the anniversary of the order by Major General Gordon Granger proclaiming freedom for enslaved people in Texas on June 19, 1865—and the effective end of slavery in the United States. Join us in commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
There are a few upcoming opportunities to celebrate the federal holiday both in the community and here at Kettering Health.
Juneteenth: Celebrating Freedom
The Second Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Kettering is happening today beginning at 4 p.m. This free, family event features live music from Luv Locz Experiment, food trucks, local vendors, crafts for children, and an inspiring, informative keynote address by historian and TEDx Talk speaker Faheem Curtis-Khidr.
Robert Patterson Unity Forum Juneteenth Talk
Join your co-workers for a conversation about African American history and why we celebrate Juneteenth led by Michael Carter, chief diversity officer and senior advisor to the president at Sinclair Community College. The event is event is today from 5:30-7 p.m. at Woodman Center. Register here.
Kettering Health Juneteenth Celebration
Celebrate Juneteenth with your co-workers June 25 from noon-1:30 p.m. at Kettering College. There will be live music, food, African dance, and spoken word. Space is limited. Register for the event here.
