Celebrate Juneteenth with These Family Events

June 14, 2022

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Looking for ways your kiddos can learn about and celebrate Juneteenth? The holiday, which celebrates the end of slavery, originated in Galveston, Texas and has been recognized on June 19 in various parts of the country since 1865. Our area is hosting several events so families can celebrate this new federal holiday and African American culture to mark this important day.

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1. Juneteenth Family Story Hour

Saturday, June 18

Atlantic Highlands Branch ~ Monmouth County Library

Atlantic Highlands

Local youth leaders will read selections including Juneteenth, A Celebration of Freedom, Opal Lee and What it Means to Be...... MORE »

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2. Red Bank Juneteenth Celebration

Saturday, June 18

Red Bank RiverCenter

Red Bank

This community event will feature food trucks, live music, speakers and so much more. This event if free for all...... MORE »

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3. Inaugural Long Branch Juneteenth Celebration

Saturday, June 18

Long Branch Free Public Library

Long Branch

This celebration will include a DJ, a bounce house, an essay contest, guest speakers, local vendors and much more. The...... MORE »

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4. Chamber Music Celebration of Juneteenth

Sunday, June 19

United Methodist Church of Red Bank

Red Bank

If your littles love music, why not introduce them to classical music at this Juneteenth concert. A number of Black...... MORE »

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