Juneteenth Cultural Mixer - June 19, 2022

407 Howard Avenue,Lancaster PA 17602

19 June, 2022

Description

The Center will host a cultural mixer on Sunday, June 19, from 6-9 p.m. to bring the community together in celebration of Juneteenth Juneteenth National Independence Day celebrates the true end of slavery in the United States. For many years, the Crispus Attucks Community Center has commemorated this important day through cultural events and celebrations, which have included a men’s cooking event, golf tournament, history lectures, and most recently during the pandemic, with a video project featuring multiple generations Black community leaders. In 2022, the Center will host a cultural mixer on Sunday, June 19, from 6-9 p.m. to bring the community together in celebration of Juneteenth. This free event will include food and beverages, performances, history, and time to gather and reflect. Our focus for this year’s celebration of Juneteenth is on the theme of “Juneteenth: Past, Present, Future.” About Crispus Attucks Community Center Since 1927, the Crispus Attucks Community Center has been an anchor in Southeast Lancaster City. The organization has a proud history of providing educational and cultural programs to celebrate African American heritage, serving meals to individuals in need, and focusing on youth education and leadership development. Crispus Attucks takes immense pride in its mission to improve the quality of life for youth and families in Lancaster by providing services that promote community prosperity, physical and mental health, and by offering programs and cultural events which preserve the African American heritage. For more information, visit caplanc.org/crispusattucks