Juneteenth at the Library

Juneteenth at the Library

Monday, June 19

Happy Juneteenth! Today, we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrate triumph of freedom, equality, and resilience. Let’s honor the rich history and contributions of Black communities while continuing to strive for a more just and inclusive society. Learn more here.

Reading & Resources:

• Select a book from our booklist of Award Winning African American Authors
• Choose a book from our Youth Black History Month list
• Watch a movie celebrating black artists and black stories on Kanopy – a free resource with your library card.
• Download e-content on Libby: African American Fiction & Non-Fiction

Events:

• Anti Racist Book Circles -In partnership with The Resource Center for Nonviolence, volunteer-facilitated book circles offer participants a courageous space to help one another engage in collaborative, antiracist, learning by cultivating inclusivity, curiosity, and mutual respect.
• Juneteenth Storytime @ Felton – Today, we are learning all about Juneteenth and celebrating the holiday that commemorates when all Black people in America became free. Help Jackie celebrate with stories, songs, and more. Stay for a Juneteenth craft!