Today, June 19 is also known as Juneteenth and marks the country’s second independence day. Although it has long celebrated in the African American community, this monumental event remains largely unknown to most Americans.

The historical legacy of Juneteenth shows the value of never giving up hope in uncertain times. 

From 5 until 8 p.m. Saturday, June 22, this year’s Juneteenth Celebration will be held at Woo’s on Martin Luther King Drive, Minden.

“This is for the whole city,” said coordinator Michael Walker. “Are looking for a great turnout.”

Juneteenth is historically on June 19, however, this year that is (today) a Wednesday.

Walker said the time for the event was moved to the evening because of last year’s heat.

“And we didn’t want to conflict with Wednesday Bible study or church,” he added.

There will be family fun with food trucks, music, special performances, Juneteenth History, bounce house, fireworks provided by Beyond Burgers and Woo’s Daiquiri Shop and much more.

For more information, contact Walker at 318-210-1799.