2011

HOUMA
06-18-2011 - Houma Terrebonne Economic and Community Development Corporation - Music, Dance, Skit, information booths, food and craft vendors, youth essay contest, etc., Dumas Park Grounds, Tunnel Blvd., Saturday, June 18, 2011, 11:00 a.m. til 7:00 p.m.
KENNER
June 18, 2011 - REJOICE, Inc. Resource Center for Families - REJOICE, Inc. Juneteenth Festival
Theme - Celebrating Freedom:  Mind, Body, Spirit
Saturday, June 18, 2011  9:00 A.M. -Until
New Birth Cathedral of Glory Campus
2146-50 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr. (Formerly 3rd St.) Kenner, LA  70062
Large Group Exercise Class starts the day.  Ochsner Health Screenings, spoken word artists, musicians, dance groups, History Tent, Children's Tent, vendors, food, fellowship, Community organizations/agencies will provide info, games, spacewalk, etc.

 
 

2010

RICHWOOD
June 12, 2010 - Richwood Community Development Agency is sponsoring the 12th Annual Juneteenth celebrating in Richwood, La.  This years theme is, Embacing our Past and Charting our Future.  It is a fun event with entertainment, games, free food, health information, 3 on 3 basketball, dominoes, spades,bingo,water slide and music by DJ Robb Lloyd's group.  Come on out and join us as we reflect on the contributions of great Afican Americans who came before us and be empowered by their sacrifices and accomplishments.  It is a time to help empower those who are making positive changes in our world today as well as those who will make positive changes tomorrow.           
 
NEW ORLEANS
June 26, 2010 - Renaissance Marketplace of Eastern New Orleans - Renaissance Marketplace of Eastern New Orleans June Market - "Juneteenth"
June 26, 2010 3PM-8PM The market will host a "White Linen Night - Brass Band Blow Out" with several brass bands, 2 youth dance groups, speakers, 45 retail and food vendors, and non-profits to provide neighborhood rebuilding, social, and business information.

June 18-20, 2010 The African American Male and Female Institute Juneteenth Celebration - Juneteenth Forever Theme, "Come To The Family"

Friday June 18th Gospel Concert @ 7:00 PM

* Christian Unity Baptist Church
* 1700 Conti Street at N. Claiborne Ave.
* Anointed Mime Ministry, The Masonic Kings, The Young Neighborhood Gospel Singer, The Spiritual Wonders, The Young Peoples Christian Auxiliary

And Other Invited Church Groups

Saturday June 19th, Juneteenth Independence Day; 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM.

* The Village of Algiers
* Located at the foot of the Algiers Ferry Landing
* .The Nard Band, Directed by Mr. John Summers, Louisiana Jump Double Dutch League, Ras Chemash Lamed. The Singing Chef, Zion Trinity, Bamboula 2000, John Mosley and Friends Band.

Sunday June 20th Juneteenth Freedom Church Service @ 1:00 PM

* Christian Unity Baptist Church
* 1700 Conti Street at N. Claiborne Avenue
* Featuring Three Dynamic Women of the Gospel; Evangelist LaVera Peterson Patterson, President of Prayer Warriors For Christ, Inc, Elder Earth Carter, Pastor of St. Peter The Apostle Full Bible Church, and another TBA
 
DONALDSONVILLE
June 12, 2010 - Donaldsonville celebrates the sixteenth year of the Juneteenth Freedom Festival with the theme, “Be Free, Be Healthy”. The River Road African American Museum’s staff and volunteers have developed an exciting schedule of new events to explore and learn about living healthier. In researching the major healthcare issues in the African American community: blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, HIV, heart attack/ stroke, mental health and childhood obesity are among the concerns.  For more info visit www.africanamericanmuseum.org/juneteenth.html
 
SHREVEPORT
June 19-20, 2010 - PIERRE AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION - This will be the PIERRE AVENUE NEIGHBORHOOD ASSOCIATION'S very first Juneteenth celebration, we are located in Shreveport LA, the Allendale Neighborhood, and "HEART BEAT OF THE CITY." On Saturday the 19th from 10 AM to 1 PM, we will feature a cookout with 75 to 100 of our neighbors and Association members. There will be plenty of games, food, and fun. We will give away school backpacks full of school supplies to our kids. We will also start a list of kids needing school uniforms and shoes for back to school in our neighborhood. On Sunday the 20th, we will have a prayer service at our church the "Temple of Vision Baptist Church," and feature a History Review of The Juneteenth Event and a cookout after church. We continue our uniform and shoe list for our kids for back to school.
 
 

2009

GRAMBLING
June 17, 2009 - City Of Grambling - Wednesday, June 17th -  Opening Ceremony 5:30 p.m.
 Conversations Under the Tent/ Watermelon Feast,
 God's Trombones by James Weldon Johnson-GSU   Theatre Arts, Grambling Memorial Park
Thursday, June 18
 Miss Juneteenth Pageant, 7:00 p.m.
 GSU Nursing Building
Friday, June 19
Baseball Game, Book Promotion,
Autograph Session 6:00 p.m.
The Grambling All-Stars VS The George Family Reunion Members
Honoring: Ralph Garr-Atlanta Braves, James Richards-Houston Astros, Albert Collinsworth-Nego Baseball League, Frank Ensley-White Sox, Negro Baseball League
Grambling Baseball Field
Reception and Meet & Greet in Community Center
Saturday, June 20th
 Festival begins at 10:00 a.m. with parade, horse show, entertainment stage featuring gospel artist Conrad Miller and R&B group Leach and the Gang-Reunited; car show, children's fun center, baking contest, vendors, and exhibitions all day.
Sunday, June 21st
Father's Day Barbecue Cook-Off 12:00; Fishing contest 2:00 Live music and great food. Grambling Memorial Park. Spend the Father's Day week-end with us!!
 
WELSH
June 19-21, 2009 - Bethune/ Richmond Parks Ltd. - Welsh,La. will celebrate its 1st Annual Juneteenth Celebration this year. We have a week-end of events planned for you. We will begin on Friday June 19, 2009 with a morning church service beginning at 10:30 a.m. at Jones United Methodist Church where Rev. John Whaley is the pastor; our guest speaker for the morning service will be our very own Dr. Eva Semien Baham, daughter of the late Martha Victor. She is an Associate Professor in the Department of History at Southern University in Baton Rouge, La. We also will have a community children's choir and praise dancers that will perform. At 12:30 our parade will begin at Bethune Park and parade through the town of Welsh ending at Richmond Park. Our parade Marshall's will be Dr. Eva Semien Baham and Dr. Edith Pierre Smith. At 1:30 p.m. festivities will begin on the parks with cook-offs, bar-b-cueing, and we will also have the traditional strawberry soda. None of the food prepared on Friday will be sold it is all free to the public. There will also be a Shootin The Hoops 4on4 Basketball Tournament which will be held at both Richmond and Bethune Parks. Age groups are as follows ages 8-10,11-14,and 15-up both boys and girls are welcome there is a registration fee of $25. Anyone wishing to register please contact Kylin Hill @ 337-214-3911; Edwynn Achan @ 337-387-9482; Rossie Hill @ 337-218-0342 we need to hear from you no later than June 8,2009 so that the brackets can be made. We will also have an old time kickball and softball game we will also have a bigfoot race and many more family events. At 5:30p.m. we will end our day Friday with an evening church service at New Jerusalem Baptist Church where Rev. Nathan Stevens is the pastor. Our guest speaker will be our very own Dr. Edith Pierre Smith the daughter of the late Clarence Pierre and Joseph and Mae Hilda Mitchell. She has retired from the public school system in East Baton Rouge and she now works the Title 1 with East Baton Rouge. So we the members of Bethune/ Richmond Parks Ltd. invite Jeff Davis Parish and surrounding towns to come out and share with us this Blessed Day from which the Lord has blessed us with for he set us free from slavery and we know that it was his grace and mercy that brought us out. And his amazing grace that saved a wretch like us. On Saturday we will continue our celebration and family fun with our basketball tournament and other fun family games on both Richmond and Bethune Parks and the concession stand will be open on Richmond Park and we will be selling burgers, hot dags, nachos, sodas, and much more. On Sunday Father's Day we will begin the day with families attending the church of their choice after which we will gather on Bethune Park to celebrate Father's Day and continue the finals of the basketball tournament. We invite all the Father's of Jeff Davis Parish and surrounding towns to come out and join us. We have some of the best women cooks in Louisiana preparing the meal for you. We also have the best D.J. known as DJ Bigman who will be playing the whole week-end for us. Our week-end of great family fun will end at 6:00p.m. and Monday we will begin planning for 2010. So make plans to come to Welsh and celebrate Juneteenth with us. See you then.  
 
SPEARVILLE
June 19, 2009 - I would like to invite you to participate in “Daisy Gatson Bates Friends and Family”,  Juneteenth celebration. The celebration will be held outdoors on Friday June 19, 2009 from 11:00AM to 4:00PM at Gatson estate. 492 GATSON RD. ( directions are enclosed) In addition, we would appreciate a donation to be used as door prizes. Each donor will be recognized. Children are welcome to bring a friend. There will be refreshments, Games, fun for all age’s  If you would like  more details, please give me a call  501-374-7944
 
NEW ORLEANS
June 20, 2009 - HOPE worldwide - HOPE worldwide and Wal-Mart will partner to recruit, train and coordinate volunteers to canvass neighborhoods and distribute information on diabetes in New Orleans.
 
DONALDSONVILLE
June 11-14, 2009 - River Road African American Museum - In Donaldsonville, La. we celebrate Juneteenth on the second weekend in June with four days of activities. This is the sixteenth year of the Juneteenth Festival in our historic town that is located in the heart of sugarcane "plantation country". This year's theme is “Be Free, Be Healthy”. This year's  Essay Topic is: "A healthy body can give you freedom as you grow older. Explain how good health gives you freedom."
    The dates of the event are June 11th – 14th, 2009.  The River Road African American Museum’s staff and volunteers have developed an exciting schedule of new events to explore and learn about living healthier. In researching the major healthcare issues in the African American community: blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, HIV, heart attack/ stroke, mental health and childhood obesity are among the concerns. Visit the Health Fair Pavilion on Saturday and Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm for a range of free tests, healthcare screenings and nutrition assessments along with valuable information regarding health and self-care.
Schedule of Events:
Thursday, June 11; 6:30-8:00pm-Discussion at the Ascension Parish Library with Dr. Kevin Stephens, Sr., MD, JD, about major healthcare issues effecting the African American community. Surprising information regarding statistics and prevention. Dr. Stephens is a native of Ascension Parish and and a graduate of East Ascension High School. He currently serves as the Health Director for the City of New Orleans and  on the clinical faculty of Xavier University, Dillard University, LSU Medical School and Tulane Medical School.
Friday, June 12; 7pm-10pm-Talent Showcase at the Lemann Center featuring a local version of American Idol. Special guest youth motivational speakers Silky Slim and D-One.
Saturday, June 13; 1:00-9:00pm at 300 Railroad Ave. features Health Fair Pavilion, Kid’s World, vendor booths, Black Inventions tent, and a variety of musical entertainment, food and fun. Featured band is Tyree Neal, the Blues artist Ray Neal, Jr. and Family.
Sunday, June 14; 1pm –7pm-Gospel Showcase at 300 Railroad Ave. features HealthFair Pavilion, Kid’s World, vendor booths, Black Inventions tent, gospel music, food and fun. Vendor booth and talent applications are on the website or 225-474-8442. For more information see www.africanamericanmuseum.org.
 
ABBEVILLE
June 13, 2009 - Beulah Olga Court #41 Heroines of Jericho - "Juneteenth Fair in the Square"  June 13, 2009, 200 Magdalen Square (downtown Abbeville, LA), 10:00a.m. - 4:00p.m., featuring gospel artists Lawrence Levy Jr.,Mighty Thirty, Shiloh B.C. Youth Choir, and Prophetic Seed Praise and Dance Ministry.Guest speakers include Judge Pam Taylor Johnson, Dr.Kincade, Councilman Wayne Landry,Cheif Deputy Clerk Carlton Campbell, Bro. Jabari, Ms. Rachael August and Rev. Osburne Taylor. Vendors include literature, food, art,   clothing, Acadian Ambulance, Vermilion Parish Bookmobile and Fire Department. The event will close with music by D.J. Compass.
 
KENNER
June 11, 2009 - Wal-Mart - Wal-mart Store #1342 Kenner, Louisiana is having their 5th Annual Juneteenth Celebration. There will be a number of activities including a poem, a dance, a song from our very own Wal-Mart Choir and lots of food. The festivities will begin at 11:00 a.m. and we thank our store manager Mr.Harris Reams for allowing us to participate in Diversity programs such as this one and many more.
 
NEW ORLEANAS
Councilmember James Carter Announces 19th Annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration
Four Days of Events Commemorating Emancipation Day
District "C" Councilmember James Carter announces the 19th annual Juneteenth Freedom Celebration, featuring four days of events commemorating Emancipation Day. Emancipation Day refers to the announcement of the abolition of slavery in the State of Texas on June 19, 1865. The Juneteenth Celebration will include a parade, live music, a fashion show, a documentary film screening, and much more. All events are free and open to the public.
Councilmember Carter said, "The Juneteenth Celebration is an opportunity for all members of the community to celebrate Emancipation Day. There is something for everyone to enjoy - food, live music, art and educational opportunities to learn more about the importance of this day in America's history."

Sponsors of the event include:

The African American Male and Female Institute, Inc. - Director, Rev. John Mosley and Assistant Director, Elder Linda Tolbert-Mosley
New Orleans City Council
Jesus Never Fails Missionary Baptist Church - Rev. Dr. Norwood Thompson, Jr., Pastor
St. Peter the Apostle Full Bible Church - Elder Eartha Carter, Pastor
Southern Christian Leadership Conference New Orleans Local Chapter - Rev. Dr. Norwood Thompson, Jr., President
Relevant Ministries - Director, Joseph Cox
Right Way & Truth Full Gospel Baptist Church - Elder Linda Tolbert-Mosley, Pastor
City of New Orleans & Mayor C. Ray Nagin

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Press Conference

Friday, June 12, 2009, 10:00 a.m.
City Hall Rotunda in the 1st Floor Lobby
1300 Perdido Street, NOLA 70112

Lunch Break Concert feat. local bands and artists

Friday, June 12, 2009, 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Lafayett Square (CBD)
600 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA‎ 70130

Film Documentary Screening: The Untold Story - 20th Century Slavery

Thursday, June 18, 2009, 11:00 a.m.
New Orleans Public Library, Main Branch, 219 Loyola Avenue

Juneteenth Freedom Parade

Friday, June 19, 2009, 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Parade begins at Fischer Elementary School, 1801 L.B. Landry Avenue

Juneteenth Concert & Fashion Show

Friday, June 19, 2009, 7:00 p.m.
Cultural Village at the Riverfront of Algiers Ferry
200 Patterson Drive

Juneteenth Celebration - Music, Food and Fun for All Ages

Saturday, June 20, 2009, 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cultural Village at the Riverfront of Algiers Ferry
200 Patterson Drive

Juneteenth Church Service on the Westbank

Sunday, June 21, 2009, 1:00 p.m.
Fischer Community Baptist Church, Bishop James Nelson Brown, Pastor
1737 L.B. Landry Avenue

For more information, contact Nadiene Van Dyke with the Office of District "C" Councilmember James Carter: Office: (504) 658-1030
 
 

2008

RICHWOOD
June 7, 2008 - Richwood Community Development Agency - Richwood Community Development Agency (RCDA) would like to welcome all to join us in celebrating our 10th Annual Juneteenth Festivities! This year is especially commemorative because it also marks the 20th anniversary of our community organization.  The events will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 7th in the Mary Francis Goins Park.  There is a variety of fun to be had by all ages; such as, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament, Bingo, and a Hula Hoop Contest,talent show & raffle drawing for a LCD TV.  Various performing acts will be on hand to entertain the masses including the Lincoln Steppers, Richwood High School Band, as well as local artist Michael Jackson and Company.  Not only will you be able to enjoy yourself, but you will also be able to educate yourself by attending our health care booth.  Vendors will be on hand to appeal to not only your appetite but your eye appeal. This event is sponsored by Louisiana Lottery, St. Francis Medical Center,G.T. Services, Entergy, Hidden Hills Subdivision (Standard Enterprises), etc.  So please come celebrate our Heritage in Harmony with the Richwood Community and Ouachita Parish.
 
DONALDSONVILLE
June 12, 13,14,15, 2008 - River Road African American Museum - June 12th, 2008 at 6:30pm African American Genealogy Workshop; June 13th, 2008 at 7pm, Juneteenth Talent Search & Greek Step Show; June 14th, 2008 from 1pm-9pm, Juneteenth Freedom Festival at Louisiana Square with Black Inventions Tent, Children's Village, Vendor Booths available, Live Music; June 15th, 2008 from 2pm-6pm Juneteenth Freedom Festival in Louisiana Square Gospel Choir Copmpetition. Logon to www.africanamericanmuseum.org for details, photo album and applications.
 
VILLE PLATTE
June 1, 2008 - Junteenth 08 - Location at the southside park, this weekend in its going down june 1 on a sunday, starting early as 11:00 a.m and ending around 8:00 p.m. different activities from contests to good soul food. If your not there then your no where.
 
KENNER
June 19, 2008 - Walmart (Kenner) June 19, 2008 @ 11:00am. We will be celebrating OUR 4th annual Juneteenth celebration with song and dance followed by a Potluck. Our Walmart is a proud supporter of diversity programs in our community.
 
BATON ROUGE
- June 19, 2008 - P.R.E.A.C.H.- Juneteenth Empowerment Celebration focusing on 4 areas:  Health Education/Empowerment; wealth-building; Education/Citizenship and Entertainment.  This family friendly event will be held at Louisiana Technical College - Baton Rouge, 3250 North Acadian Thruway East, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
 
NEW ORLEANS
June 19, 2008 - 3 Ring Circus/The Big Top Gallery - On Thursday, June 19 (Juneteenth), New Orleans' DJ Soul Sister hosts a special edition of The Big Top/3 Ring Circus' PEEP SHOW film series. “An Evening of Soul on Film” features Wattstax (1973) and Soul to Soul (1971), 2 acclaimed soul music concert documentaries. Doors open at 7, with refreshments and music by DJ Brice Nice of WWOZ. Films begin at 8. Soul to Soul will be screened first and then Wattstax. Admission is only $7 ($5 for 3 Ring Circus/Big Top members) Proceeds will be donated to the New Orleans Women's Clinic. 3 Ring Circus/Big Top Gallery is located at 1638 Clio St.  For more information, call 504-569-2700 or visit www.3rcp.com.
 

2007

FRANKLIN
June 15th, 2007 - St. Mary Parish Martin Luther King Memorial Committee will be celebrating its Annual  Juneteenth program:WHAT MANNER OF MAN-on Friday, June 15th, 2007 at 7:00pm-The Forest Restuarant in Franklin, Louisiana, Highway 90W.The Honoree for this year is Mr. Reggie Harrell, the Executive Director for the Save the Children Mentoring Program. The Group will also honor the Late Ernie Ladd for his contribution to the Community. Tickets are on sale and persons wishing more information may contact:Almetra J. Franklin, calling 337-828-5703. Entertainment and a great southern style meal will also be provided. The What Manner of Man Program have  recognized community leaders that include, Willie Peters, School Board Member, Hon. Joseph Davis,  Parish Council Member, the Late Joseph Foulcard, one of the first Minority Business Operator in St. Mary Parish, Almetra J. Franklin, CEO St. Mary CAA, Herbert Joseph, past President of the St. Mary Parish NAACP, just to name a few  of the receipients.
 
ABBEVILLE
June 16, 2007 - Beulah Olga Court #41 Heroines of Jericho - The Heroines of Jericho, Thinking Kids and the NAACP has joined together to sponsor this years Juneteeth Celebration. "Educating for Freedom and Responsibility"  is the focal point demonstrated through inspirational praise by St. Mary's praise ministry, and guest speaker Mr. Nathan Hawthorne. On Saturday June 16, 2007, Vermilion Parish Library, 6:00P.M. For more information contact Felecia M Williams 337-898-0469.
 
COVINGTON
June 16, 2007 - Greater Covington NAACP - There will be a celebration of Juneteenth 2007 in Covington, LA at Rev Peter Adkins Park June 16th Saturday 10AM-4PM. Rev Peter Adkins Park is located at the corner of 28th St. and Tyler.  This is a family oriented picnic barbeque in which all people and are invited to bring their own BBQ grills, food and beverages and enjoy a day to celebrate their FREEDOM with FUN!   Sen Mary Landrieu of LA is scheduled to stop by the park at 1PM. Please come out to the park and make this a Juneteenth to remember. There is a public swimming pool in the park which will be open for all the kids and adults to enjoy. Let's have some FUN and celebrate our FREEDOM at the same time! LASSEIZ LES "JUNETEENTH"  ROULLE!
 
JONESVILLE
June 16, 2007 - Town of Jonesville - 9th Annual Juneteenth Celebration in Jonesville, Louisiana, June 16, 2007, 7:00 a.m. until. We are having a Barbeque Cooking Contest, Volleyball Tournament, Hoop-It-Up Tournament for boys ages 9-14, and selecting a 2007 Father of the Year, who will receive a dinner for two at our local restaurant.
 
COLUMBIA
June 16,2007 - There is going to be a parade starting at 10:00a.m. on Saturday, June 16,2007 downtown Columbia, Louisiana. Following the parade downtown Columbia, Louisiana, there will be another parade starting at Family Dollar parking lot going through the community and ending up at Brownville Ball Park. Family Dollar is located on Highway 165 South. After the parade through the community, there will be a speaker and a cookout at the park.
 
SHREVEPORT
June 19, 2007 - Shreveport  Public Assembly & Recreation - 140th Juneteenth Celebration and Dance
The celebration will consist of the origination of Juneteenth and a skit by David Raines Community Center Senior Citizens. Dinner will be served and  there will be live music by Freddie Pierson and Intimate Moments.
June 19, 2007, from 5:30p.m. to 8:00p.m. at Riverview Hall, 800 Clyde Fant Hwy., Shreveport, L:a.

 
NEW ORLEANS
June 16, 2007 - African American Male and Female Institute - African American Male and Female Institute, Inc. Event Experts, LLCVoices In The Dark Productions, LLC Youth Against Violence Organization PresentThe 17th JUNETEENTH FREEDOM CELEBRATION AGENDA 2007. We are planning our 17th year freedom celebration of JUNETEENTH.   This year we will kick things of with our annual press conference, on Friday June 15, 2007, at City Hall, at 10: 00 a.m. On Saturday, June 16, 2007 The Juneteenth Freedom Silent March, have  teamed up with the Youth Against Violence Organization, and we will  march from Washington Ave. and Lasalle Street down Lasalle on to Simon  Bolivar, on to Loyola Ave, to Canal Street, making a right on to Canal  Street, to Decatur Street, and a left on to Decatur Street to  Woldenberg Park. The public is invited to join us. Starting time is  10:00 a.m. Sunday, June 17, 2007, 1:00 p.m. until dark. An in the park  celebration, at Armstrong Park, Joining us is 102.9 FM, old school radio. There will be Church groups, Gospel Acts, R&B, and other  cultural entertainments acts. Monday June 18, 2007 at 10:00 a.m. - 1:00p.m., a Free at Last Youth  Education Program: Workshops and other creative programs for summer youth camps. 6:00pm - 8:00pm 17th Annual Juneteenth Patron Reception. Both  activities or at the Ashe Cultural Arts Center 1712 Oretha Castle  Haley, Blvd. On Tuesday, June 19, 2007, we want to encourage every one to reflect  during the day on how far GOD has brought us from. Then come out to  the culminating service at 7:00 P.M.  At Christian Unity Baptist  Church, 1700 Conti Street, at North Claiborne Street. Rev. Dr. Dwight  Webster, Pastor. We are looking for venders. For more information Call Minister John Mosley at 504-382-8816 or 225-357-3709
 
DeRIDDER
June 16,  2007 - C & B Organization - Bryant Park on Martin Luther King Dr. - June 16, 2007 @ 4:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. Free Food
Games and Prizes, Music, Car Show, Fashion show, Three Point Shout Out and more

 
BATON ROUGE
June 17, 2007 - Baton Rouge Pan-Hellenic Council, Inc - The Polaris Awards, is the signature event of the Greater Baton Rouge Pan-Hellenic council, Inc. These awards honor the unsung heroes in our community who have made significant strides in promoting the growth and development of a diverse and unified community. Why is this award named Polaris?  For millennia uncounted, people have looked to the stars to guide their way.  Throughout  those millennia, one star has held its place steadfastly in our heavenly firmament and guided travelers on their paths over land, sea and air.  That one constant star that guides, that North Star, is named Polaris.  In life, too, there are those who guide us, not by the magnitude of their deeds, but by the steadfastness of their character and their courage in applying it to all things great and small. They lead quietly, by example. If we look to them, they will show us the way.  Awards were given to five persons, four adults and one youth, who had made significant strides in promoting the development of a diverse and unified community.  The Polaris Award Banquet has become the flagship project of the Baton Rouge Pan-Hellenic and is held annually in mid-June as a Juneteenth celebration. 

June 16, 2007 - Odell S Williams Now and Then  Museum of African American History - Southern University- "On The Bluff" of the Mississippi-  Saturday, June 16,2007- 12 Noon til 6:00 p.m. Roots and Heritage Festival- A Fun Filled, Free Family Celebration. "From Plantation to a University System" African Drumming and Dancing, Negro Spirituals and Gospel: Voices of Distinction (N.O.) Jazz: Eric Baskin Blues: Lil' Ray Neal Band, Health Screenings and Information, Exhibits, History, Face Painting, Vendors, Prizes and Much, Much More! Meet us down by the riverside!!!!!
 

JENA
June 15-16, 2007 - Ward 10 Recreation Comm - June 15- There will be a dance, games, jumpers for the kids. June 16, The fun will continue with Fun Day for the entire family, Water slides, domino tourn. softball games and the old fashion electric slide in center field. Come set up your tent and enjoy the fun.
 
Alexandria
National Pan-Hellenic Council of Alexandria

June 14-19th, 2007 - National Pan-Hellenic Council of Alexandria

June 14- 7:00 PM Trailblazers Banquet - Location is Alexandria Convention Hall.

June 15 - 8:00 PM Comedy Show - Location is  Alexandria Convention Hall.

June 16 - 7:30 AM - 5K Run
          10:00 AM - Parade
           8:00 PM - Midnight - Youth Dance, Location is Convention Hall.

June 17 - Music Festival - Location is Amphitheater, in case of rain will be at Convention Hall.  4:00 PM - 9:00 PM.

June 18 - Storytelling to be done at the Alexandria Boys and Girls Club

June 19 - Open Mic - Convention Hall 7:00 pm

 

Coushatta
June 15-17, 2007 - Order of Eastern Star Mary Chapter #34 and Masonic Evergreen Lodge #163
June 15- Miss. Juneteenth Pageant-St. Paul B.C. Life Center @ 8:00 P.M.
June 16- "Black TIe" Banquet- St. Paul B.C. Life Center 8:00 P.M.
June 17- Parade/Carshow/Carvinal- Coushatta City Park 5:00 P.m.- until

 
DONALDSONVILLE
June 8th,9th,10th, 2007 - River Road African American Museum - FREEDOM...worth celebrating all the time! Donladsonville celebrates the Juneteenth holiday on the second weekend in June every year. This allows people from our community to travel to other celebrations across the state and across the country. The River Road American Museum invites you to join us for our 14th Annual festival which begins on Friday June 8th from 7pm to 10pm with the D'ville Idol and Show at the Lemannn Center. Saturday, June 9th begins at 12noon to 10pm in Louisiana Square with featured acts: Marva Wright (The Queen of New Orleans Blues), The Wild Magnolia Indians, CUPID "The Cupid Shuffle", the One More Time Band, Level Sixx Band, and the RRAAMS African Dance and Drum Society, food booths, merchandise booths, a Children's Village, Genealogy Tent, a Classic Car Show and Motorcycle Show and history exhibits.
Sunday, June 10th, from 1pm to 7pm features all day Gospel musice starring Timothy Britten and The Shabach Choir of Baton Rouge...more food and fun for the family. Come to historic Donaldsonville where we celebrate freedom all the time. Don't forget to visit the museum at 406 Charles Street. For more information call 225-474-5553.

 
Richwood
June 8-9, 2007 - Richwood Community Development Agency - Richwood Community Development Agency is sponsoring its 2007 Juneteenth Festivities starting June 8th - 9th in the Mary Francis Goins Park. On June 8th, there will be a Youth dance that will be held in the Richwood Head Start Gym from 7 - 10 p.m.. On saturday, June 9th starting at 10 a.m., there will be fun day in the Park.  The festivities will begin with the presentation of the Mr. and Ms. Juneteenth.  The king and queen was chosen during a Juneteenth Pageant that was held on Saturday May 5, 2007.  There will be horse rides for the youth, live music provided by Rob Lloyd, water slides, jumping toys, spades tournament, 3 on 3 basketball tournament.  In addition to these activities, there will also be a talent show that will have a special quest (Lil' Foy).  Then in the afternoon between 6 and 8 we will feature Brett Smith for the R & B lineup.  So come on out and enjoy good food, great fun, cash prizes to the Top Winners!! Vendors, Don't miss this huge opportunity!  Admission is free!  For more info, call 318-322-2104.
Higginsville
June 16, 2006 - Lafayette County Juneteenth Celebration - The 3rd Annual Lafayette Juneteenth Celebration will be Saturday, June 16, 2007 at the Fairground Park on 13hwy & West 29th & 30th street in Higginsville, Missouri. Parade will begin at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Higginsville.  Activities at the Fairground Park will start immediately after the parade. The celebration is a family-oriented day with dignitaries, speakers, live entertainment, educational exhibits, food vendors, etc.

2006

ETHEL
East Feliciana African American Artistic and Cultural Foundation June 11,2006 Swimming Extravanza, fun games and ethnic foods.  Historical significance of the celebration will be highlighted. to be held at 2:00 P. M. at the home of Mrs. Trudy Steinback, 5797 Brown Rd., Ethel, La.  June 17 festivities to be held at Mt. Calvary Baptist church, Norwood, Louisiana.  Juneteenth Quiz Bowl, reenactments of the reading of the proclamation,
jump-up singing, liturgical dancing,daily life during the 1800's, ethnic foods, games, poetry and drama will be used to carry out the Juneteenth story. June 17
 
Baton Rouge
June 17, 2006 - Celebration on the Campus of Southern University, where we will have live bands, food, music and Fresh Lemonade
 
Hammond
June 16-19  - Hammond Tangipahoa Juneteenth Inc
(9th Annual Juneteenth Festival Zemurray Park,
Martin Luther King Park, Hammond LA
Family Day in the park June 16,2006, Juneteenth Parade June 17,2006 call Jerry Peters(985)634-5641
Spade Tournament, Talent Show
Concert Featuring Jst Bryn(From Bet's 106&Park
Sunday Gospel Explosion Featuring gospel Comedy Duo The Bridges
Monday The Re-enactment
 
Alexandria
6/17/06 - Alex 1805 at 4 Corners - Alex 1805 presents…
JUNETEENTH - A Celebration of Freedom, Saturday June 17, 2005 6:00 PM - Until
4 Corners Bar and Lounge, 912 3rd St. Downtown  Alexandria, LA
Come out and celebrate African-American culture, heritage, and history at our 1st Annual Juneteenth Celebration.  Featuring FREE BBQ by World Renowned Chef Clifton Spears and his signature “HOG DELIGHT” and the JAZZ sounds of the MIKE FOSTER PROJECT (encore performance)!  Don’t Miss it!
 
 

2005

BATON ROUGE
June 2-30, 2005 - Gus Young Non-Violence/EBRP Juneteenth Committee
The Juneteenth Events starts with a prayer breakfast on June 2, 2005 at the Martin Luther King Center at 4000 Gus Young Ave.  9am to 11am
On Saturday, June 18, 2005 the 8th Annual Juneteenth Parade at 10:00 Am at Winborne & N. Acadian to Gus Young Ave.  Juneteenth Celebrations at BREC Park 4201 Gus Young Ave. 

June 18, 2005 - Citadel Broadcasting's Urban Radio Powerhouses will celebrate Juneteenth with "Juneteenth United Freedom Fest 2005"!! This 2nd annual event is free and open to the public with area vendors, a children's art and interactive area, Louisiana food and of course good Music...There is something for everyone... the young and the not so young... Our stage will open at 11am with Gospel, R & B and Hip Hop.
It all takes place in downtown Baton Rouge from 10:00am until 5:00pm, behind the Old State Capital on Galvez Plaza.. Just follow the crowd and celebrate "Juneteenth United Freedom Fest 2005" with Heaven AM1460, WXOK, Classic Soul...Smooth R & B, Q106dot5, and Blazin' Hip Hop and R & B, Max 94 One!!

LAKE CHARLES
 June 17-19, 2005 - Jefferson and Related Family Reunion
Jefferson and Related Family Reunion (get acquainted night Friday 6/17/05 5:00pm until 9:00pm the Clifton Center). Picnic at White Oaks Park from 10:00am until 5:00pm and a social from 7:00pm until....on 6/18/05 and on 6/19/05 we will have church service at Starlight Baptist Church at 311 1st Ave in Lake Charles.
RICHWOOD
June 18, 2005  The Richwood Community Development Agency is sponsoring it's 7th annual Juneteenth Celebration in the town of Richwood June 18, 2005. The festivities will begin at 10:00 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. on Saturday. The event will offer plenty of fun games, good food and music. Area wide churches are invited to come an join in praise through song and dance. The event will sponspor a praise dance competition, 3 on 3 basketball tournament, bingo for adult and youth prizes. There will be a raffle for a Plasma TV and we will also have an evening auction. We anticipate a large crowd; hence, there will be plenty of vendors on hand to supply any treat imagineable. Please come and join us for a great time to be had with friends and family on this our most important holiday!
NEW ORLEANS
Juneteenth Jubilee, 6/18/05, 2pm Juneteenth Jubilee at Six Flags New Orleans will be a cultural, gastronomical, educational and musical day filled with local and national jazz and R&B performances by Roy Ayres, Najee, Stephanie Jordan, Kent Jordan, Marlon Jordan, Wanda Rouzan and Kermit Ruffins, as well as cooking demonstrations by local chefs, art displays and more. For more information, call 504-253-8000

June 18, 2005 - The New Imperial Orchestra - A concert of music ranging from: Spirituals to Ellington to Stevie Wonder will be presented in honor of “Juneteenth” an historical celebration of emancipation from slavery in America.  The concert will be the premier performance by The New Imperial Orchestra an aggregation lead by vocalist, guitarist and arranger, Esquizito.  The concert is open to the public and all are welcome.  St. Augustine Catholic Church is located at 1210 Gov. Nicholls Street, in the historic Faubourg Treme. The New Imperial Orchestra represents an historic milestone as well since its leader, Esquizito aka Eric Paul Perez has endeavored to continue a legacy first established by his great-uncle Manuel Perez.  The Imperial Orchestra was founded in 1901; there are no recordings of the band though a photograph was taken in 1905.


June 17-20, 2005 - Seniors Living With Dignity - Four Days of Events - 06/17 History & Discussions (10am-12:30pm); 06/18 Health Fair & Festival
(10am-2pm)
;06/19 Mass of Thanksgiving(8am St Paul Catholic Church 6828 Chef Menteur Hwy NOLA; 06/20(7pm)Seniors will attend John O'Neal's play at the N.O. Contemporary Arts Center.17th and 18th activities will take place at Delille Inn, 6924 Chef Menteur Hwy, NOLA 70126. Music, food and prizes will be featured at the festival.

GRAMBLING
City of Grambling - Juneteenth Heritage Festival, June 16-19, 2005 Grambling, La., June 16th Miss Juneteenth Pageant 7:00p.m. T. H.Harris Auditorium (Free Event), Friday, June 17th 12:00p.m. Opening of the temporary site of the Eddie Robinson Musuem, 7:30 p.m. Trash Bash Gala and Silent Auction @ Washington Johnson Complex, (Keep Grambling Beautiful) Saturday June 18th beginning at 9:00 a.m. Juneteenth Parade-Downtown Grambling, floats, bands, dancers, beauty queens, silly cars and clowns., 9:00a.m - 5:00 p.m. Juneteenth Festival, Games and Entertainment designed especially for children Featured Events 10 am Baseball Tournament at Tiger Field and City Field, 1pm Car Show, 4 pm Dramatic Presentation @ Floyd L. Sandle Auditorium,5:30pm Semi Finals of North Louisiana Gospel Workshop and Talent, 8pm Juneteenth Step Show Sunday June 19th Fathers Day Bar B Que Cook off presented by Tony Chachere For more information please call 318-247-6120
DONALDSONVILLE
THE RIVER ROAD AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM - FRIDAY : June 10th, 2005 7pm-10pm Juneteenth Talent Search & Step Show Lemann Center 1100 Clay Street Donaldsonville, La SATURDAY : June 11th, 2005 10am-10pm Family Reunion Parade, Live Jazz, Reggae, Blues & R&B, African Dancers, Drummers, Stiltwalkers,Black Inventions Tent, Genealogy Tent, Vendor Booths available Louisiana Square 300 Railroad Donaldsonville, La SUNDAY : June 12th, 2005 12pm - 7pm Gospel in the Park The Gilton Family, The Crown Seekers, The O'Bear Family, Cox Gospel Choir, Local Choirs Vendor Booths available FESTIVAL FREE TO THE PUBLIC *$5 admission to Talent Search
HAMMOND
Hammond/Tangipahoa Juneteenth Celebration - Saturday,June 4, 2005 3 on 3 basketball Tournament at Clarke Park Friday, June 17, 2005 Family Day in the Park Saturday, June18, 2005 8th annual Juneteenth Parade/Carshow @ 12pm 1:30pm-Dance Contest 3pm-Frestyle Contest 5pm-Juneteenth Idol 7:30pm-Female Auction 8:30pm-Concert 9pm-Raffle Drawing All Held at Zemurray Park Prizes will be given to the winners of all events Sunday, June 19, 2005 Gospel Explosion For more information please call (985)-542-5300

MAAT Foundation - Location: C.P. Mitchell Memorial Park Date: June 18, 2005 Time: 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Activities: History Display, Car Show, Talent Show, Games, Rides, and Food

ABBEVILLE
Prince Hall Affiliated: Live Oak Lodge Masons, Royal Arch Masons, Order of Eastern Stars, Heroines Of Jericho - Prince Hall Affiliated Live Oak Lodge Masons, Royal Arch Masons, Order of Easter Stars, and Heroines of Jericho are hosting Abbeville's Juneteenth Celebration on Friday June 3, 2005 @ 7:00 p.m. Theme: Educating For Freedom and Responsibility. Special Guest: Mr. charles Campbell, Vermilion Parish School Board Representative, Mrs. Carlyse Gill & God's Dancing Angels. The evening will conclude with food, fellowship,and music by King Solomon. For more information contact Mrs. Felecia Williams (337)652-7358, Mr. Fred Robb(337)893-7550 or Ms. Gerrilyn Thomas (337)522-1195.
COVINGTON
June 18, 2005 - Bougue Chitto and Rev. Peter Atkins Parks, 1:00 PM, free entertainment and family fun.  Bring your picnic basket and blanket and chairs. 
OPELOUSAS
June 18, 2005 - Juneteenth Folklife Celebration  - Farmer's Market, Highway 190W.  Noon- 8:30 pm.  FREE. 
The African American cultural event highlighting the June 19th date that Texas slaves first heard the news of their freedom. Features cultural demonstrations such as quilting, carving, dollmaking, music, dance, arts and crafts, food and exhibits. 
Call 337-948-9884 for more information.
ETHEL
East Feliciana African American Artistic and Cultural Foundation - On June 18,2005, at 5797 Brown Road, Ethel, Louisiana a celebration will be held commemorating the 140th Anniversary of Juneteenth. A Quiz Bowl on Juneteenth information will be held, along with swimming exhibitions, dance, music, games and ethnic food