Juneteenth Small Group Workshops
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Date and Time for this Past Event
- Sunday, Jun 1, 2025 12pm - 6pm
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Join us for the 2025 Downtown Akron Juneteenth Celebration!
Juneteenth Small Group Workshops
All workshops are free, no registration is required.
Just pick a time (listed below) that works for you!
In line with the focus of this year’s celebration, we will hold small-group workshops and demonstrations led by individuals from throughout the community relating to preserving African American culture, strengthening community voices, financial empowerment, traditional health practices, appreciating African American beauty and more.
“Celebrate and Sustain: Reclaiming Our Culture” (Umoja – Unity)
Led by Da'Shika Street
Appreciate and participate in preserving African American culture. Join us to make your own clack fans.
Where: Cultural Heritage Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:30 pm
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“Legacy of Learning: Reclaiming Our Education" (Kujichagulia - Self-Determination)
Led by Kwa Hill
Renew respect for educational heritage and strategize for inclusive education. Knowing your name: join us for an interactive discussion on discovering your West African day name.
Where: Education and Empowerment Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:30 pm
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“Roots of Wellness: Reclaiming Our Health" (Nia - Purpose)
Led by Leland Snell
Learn traditional health practices and at home body movements for modern wellness.
Where: Health and Wellness Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:30 pm
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“Embracing Elegance: Reclaiming Our Beauty" (Kuumba - Creativity)
Led by Aqillah Al-Qaadir
Deepen your appreciation for African American beauty and share practical beauty tips. Featuring cornrow demonstrations and headwrap demonstrations.
Where: Beauty and Culture Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:30 pm
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“Prosperity Pathways: Reclaiming Our Wealth" (Umjamaa - Cooperative Economics)
Led by Shalonda Lee
Empower yourself with financial management knowledge and wealth-building strategies with an interactive budget game.
Where: Financial Freedom Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:30 pm
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“Loud & Clear: Reclaiming Our Voice" (Ujima - Collective Work & Responsibility)
Led by NAACP Youth Group with Demetrius Falconer
Equip yourself for effective advocacy and strengthen community voices with this interactive discussion.
Where: Advocacy and Action Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm
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“Loud & Clear: Reclaiming Our Voice" (Ujima - Collective Work & Responsibility)
Led by Jason Blakely
Join us for a poetry and voice workshop.
Where: Advocacy and Action Tent
When: ***One 30 minute session at 3:30 pm***
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“Spiritual Roots: Reclaiming Our Spirituality" (Imani - Faith)
Led by Angie and Cynthia Higgins
Foster understanding and appreciation of spiritual diversity with a spiritual clearing activity.
Where: Spirit and Faith Tent
When: 30 minute sessions start at 12:30 pm, 1:15 pm, 2:45 pm, 3:30 pm
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