Juneteenth commemorates the day U.S. troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 for the release of African Americans who had remained enslaved following the Emancipation Proclamation two years earlier. Formally recognized as a national holiday as of June 17, 2021, Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom. Learn more at: denlib.org/juneteenth
Friday, June 16, 2-3:30 p.m., Hampden
Celebrate the freedom to play! We’ll have dominoes, cards, and checkers available for intergenerational play with children and adults. Ideal for ages 10 and up.
Tuesday, June 20, 1-2 p.m., Ford-Warren
Celebrate Juneteenth as we paint with guided step by step instruction using acrylic paints and canvas. Registration required. Ideal for ages 5-12.
Wednesday, June 21, 2-3 p.m., Pauline Robinson
Doshia Woods is the head coach for the University of Denver’s women’s basketball team. Join us as she talks about her journey to becoming a coach for a Division One (D1) college program and how it intersects with Pride and Juneteenth.
Saturday, June 24, 2-3:15 p.m., Ford-Warren
While Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, microaggressions and racism persist, causing high blood pressure, anxiety, depression, and more. Join Zee Clarke, author of Black People Breathe, for an interactive workshop on breathing practices to help you prioritize your wellness and self care.