Michigan United Annual Juneteenth Cookout on June 15th in Inkster

We can’t wait for Michigan United’s Annual Juneteenth Cookout! Join us and come celebrate freedom, community, and joy at Inkster Park on June 15th from noon – 5 for our annual Juneteenth cookout! We’ll have music, dancing, games, and delicious food. Don’t forget to bring your baseball glove for the softball game and a friend!

Let’s unite to honor America living up to its promise of freedom for all. See you there! Register now at https://bit.ly/JuneteenthCookout2024.
Location: Inkster Park 1550 John Daly St., Inkster, MI 48141

Rhonda Walker Foundation Juneteenth Family Day, June 15, 2024 in Southfield

VAAC is thrilled to join the Rhonda Walker Foundation for their Annual Juneteenth Family Day on Saturday, June 15th from 12 – 4 pm. This free event is open to the whole family for an afternoon rich with history and entertainment. Support local entrepreneurs at our Black Business Marketplace! We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

Join VAAC at the Celebrate Juneteenth event in Pontiac!

Wednesday, June 12, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Oakland County Courthouse – South Entrance
1200 N. Telegraph Rd, Pontiac, MI

Schedule of Events:
11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Live Entertainment
Food Trucks
Oakland County Meet & Greet Tables
FREE ice cream (sponsored by Oakland County Human Resources)
Giveaways
Storytellers and more…

12 p.m.
Flag Raising Ceremony
Oakland County Freedom Seeker History
Speakers
Dave Coulter, Oakland County Executive
Michigan Secretary of State, Jocelyn Benson
Harry Weaver III, Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer
Oakland County Commissioners, Yolanda Smith-Charles, Angela Powell, & Linnie Taylor
Captain Melissa McClellan, Oakland County Sheriff Department
Carol Bacak-Egbo, Oakland County Parks Historian and Project Advisor

Food Trucks:
AAA Ice Cream
Backdraft BBQ – Barbeque & more!
Flavors of Jamaica
Foodies
Fork in Nigeria
Freddie B’s Bibs & Ribs
Po Sam’s – Burgers & Catfish
Seoul Rolls on the Go

NEW Donate to Forgotten Harvest
Bring items from this list to drop-off and donate at the entrance of the event:
Peanut, almond or cashew butter – reduced sodium and low-sugar
Canned soup, chili, pasta and stew – reduced sodium
Canned vegetables and beans – reduced sodium or water packed
Canned tuna, salmon, chicken or turkey – reduced sodium or water packed
Pasta, barley, rice
Pasta sauce or canned tomatoes – reduced sodium and low-sugar
Canned fruit – 100% juice or lite syrup packed
100% juices
Dried beans, peas and lentils
Whole-grain cereal – unsweetened or low sugarOatmeal and Cream of Wheat
Nutritious snacks – dried fruits, nuts, trail mix and granola bars

Juneteenth Celebration In Detroit, June 14, 15 and 16:

17188 Greenfield, Detroit MI 48235
Rev. Dr. Steve Bland, Jr., Senior Pastor

JUNE 14-15-16, 2024
visit www.libertytbc.org

313-837-6331

GET OUT THE VOTE PLAN FOR 2024

Friday 6PM: Juneteenth Movie 🎞

Saturday 11AM-7PM: Career Opportunities | Bring Resume 🖊

Sunday 8AM LTBC: Celebrate Father’s Day Great at 8 Worship Service 💒

GAME TRUCKS 🎮 CAR SHOW 🏎 FREE HAIR CUTS 💇🏿‍♂️ FREE FOOD 🍔

Sponsored by United Auto Workers | Michigan Voices | APRI-Detroit

Ypsilanti’s Annual Juneteenth Celebration Weekend: Power in Our Blackness

June 21-23, 2024

Friday, June 21st 6:00pm-10:00pm
Hosted by the National Pan-Hellenic Council Ann Arbor
NPHC/Divine 9 & Black Organizations

Food Trucks – DJ – Raffle & More! 

Official Parking: 301 W. Michigan Ave Ypsilanti, MI

Co-Sponsored by: City of Ypsilanti, MI Government, United Way for Southeastern Michigan, Survivors Speak, A Brighter Way, University Bank and many generous Sponsors.

6th Annual Farmington Area Juneteenth Celebration

A TIME TO BREAK THE SILENCE 
Farmington Hills, MI
Thursday, June 13 – Sunday, June 16, 2024
FAME Church, 29887 W. Eleven Mile Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336

Thursday, June 13, 5-8pm – “Breaking Silence” – MLK’s 1967 Vietnam Speech
Friday, June 14, 7-11pm – Annual Drive-in Family Movie Night
Saturday, June 15, 10am-4pm – Community Festival
Sunday, June 16, 1-2:30pm – Healing Service in Fellowship Hall

Sponsored by : FAME Church of Farmington Hills

Co-Sponsor: Nardin Park UMC

famefhmi@gmail.com

Juneteenth Unity Classic: June 19, 2024 in Detroit

This special event will feature an All-Star Softball Game between two teams the Detroit Stars Vs. The Detroit Diplomats: The Detroit Diplomats will be comprised of elected officials, Mayors, Congressmen, State Reps, State Senators, and County Commissioners. The 2nd team, the Detroit Stars will be comprised labor leaders from UAW, Teamsters, Detroit Federation of Teachers, and community leaders from across the state. The game will a friendly, fun filled event showcase the importance of collaboration and unity among leaders, while also demonstrating the significance of sports in fostering leadership development in young Black athletes.

PURPOSE Highlight African American Leadership in sports and beyond. Celebrate freedom and honor the history of Juneteenth by educating the young and old of the importance of Juneteenth. Honor fathers who are also leaders. The historic Negro Baseball Team – The Detroit Stars, one of the most famed and celebrated negro league baseball teams of all time.

Wednesday, June 19th, 2024 at 2-6pm
The Corner Ballpark, 1680 Michigan Ave, Detroit, MI 48216