Families Organizing for Racial Justice (FORJ), the Newton Coalition of Black Residents, and FORJ NNHS are hosting a Juneteenth Celebration with food, face painting, dancing, and more. It will take place on Saturday, June 15, 12-4PM at Hyde Playground (90 Lincoln Street, Newton Highlands). RSVP’ing is requested but not required.
This fun family event celebrates the national Juneteenth holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Americans. Bring your kids and parents to celebrate African-American heritage and culture through food, music, dance, and story-telling. The event features:
- Delicious food truck flavors of Zaz and Gourmet Kreyol
- Free face painting
- Children’s reading with Myrtle’s youth pastor
- African drumming and dance
- Children’s reading with Story Starters
- DJ Firestarta dance party
- Shopping at more than 20 booths by local Black-owned businesses
The event is sponsored by the Harmony Foundation, The Village Bank, and the Newton Cultural Council.
