H.O.N.E.Y., Xcape Dance Company and B.L.A.C. are hosting their second annual Juneteenth celebration. Juneteenth is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States.

Admission is free. This is an all ages, family-friendly event.

Overview: In an effort to further educate our community, show the richness of our presence, and create a gathering space to honor the current and past events of our people, members of the black community are organizing a Junteenth Celebration. This year's theme is: Turning Trauma to Joy

This event will include black owned businesses, black owned food carts, black performing arts, speeches and educational moments for the community of Eugene to be further informed of the struggles, perseverance, and the underlying issues that have caused a deficit in equality for our people. The goal of this event is not only to bring together and empower our black community, but to educate the people of Eugene as we look forward to a more unified and justice based tomorrow.

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