Juneteenth

So much good stuff is happening in June. Here’s a post from friend Elizabeth with some fun links about Juneteenth history that you’ll enjoy… I just listened to the 3rd Beloved Community podcast on KUAF, the ‘Celebrating the History and Evolution of Juneteenth’ one, and it was helpful to hear some local perspectives. You have probably heard it, but here’s the link just in case it might be useful. https://www.kuaf.com/podcast/beloved-community I am learning – we didn’t really know anything about Juneteenth until a few short years ago, and it’s been celebrated in the Black community for so long. One other article […]

Please join us for an engaging discussion on the historical significance of Juneteenth. A multiracial panel will address the past, present and future. We welcome special guest speaker Dr. Charles Robinson, the first African American Chancellor of the University of Arkansas.  Panelists include Pastor Steve Dixon, Christian Life Cathedral; Kabir Kumar, Walmart; and Megan Tullock, NWA Equality.  The discussion will highlight how we can further build equity in our region and together honor and celebrate a significant movement in our history by taking action now and into the future. Saturday, May 20, 2023 from 2 to 4 p.m. Springdale Public Library 405 South Pleasant Street Springdale, AR 72764