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I Say Hello to the Hands of Freedom

Sat, Jun 15 2024
3:00pm - 4:00pm
Green Hills Community Room 1
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Remind Me Later
Subjects
History
Age Group
For adults

 

Series
Juneteenth
Presenter
John Anderson
Registration
Registration Required

 

Join storyteller Brother John and explore the history of Juneteenth from its pre-Civil War origin to its establishment as a federal holiday. Through interactive songs and storytelling, participants will discover Juneteenth’s core significance and the diverse ways the African American culture celebrates freedom.

 

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