Tag: Juneteenth
Commemorating Juneteenth
On Monday, June 19th, I witnessed what may establish a historical tradition for the DC African American community. It was the 2nd Annual Juneteenth...
A New Tradition? Second Annual Juneteenth Prayer Breakfast
On Monday, June 19th, I witnessed what may become a historical tradition for the DC African American community: The Second Annual Juneteenth Prayer Breakfast...
Juneteenth: A Family Story
When President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act last year, the nation finally had a national holiday to commemorate the end...
What’s Open and What’s Closed for Juneteenth?
On Thursday, June 17, President Joe Biden (D) signed a bill making Friday, June 18 a federal holiday, Juneteenth National Independence Day.
The District will...
Volunteer to Help Neighbors Make a Vaccination Plan
Every DC resident over the age of 12 can get the COVID-19 vaccine for free. Join the Day of Action today, and go door-to-door...
Celebrate Juneteenth on Pennsylvania Avenue with PAEMS
Join Pennsylvania Avenue East Main Streeat (PAEMS) for Juneteenth and help imagine a revitalized Pennsylvania Avenue East.
The event takes place in two locations from...