Juneteenth Celebration
Calendar Date:
Saturday, June 18, 2022 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
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The City of Wilsonville’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee is hosting the City’s second annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday, June 18. The free event takes place at Town Center Park (29600 SW Park Pl.) from 10 am to noon.
Wilsonville’s Juneteenth Celebration is an event designed to bring people of all races, nationalities and religions together to celebrate our shared humanity and acknowledge history that continues to influence society today.
This year's celebration features live Afrobeat and Juju music from Jujuba, limited quantities of food from Dar Essalam, educational materials and screenings from local health providers. A keynote address is to be delivered by Dr. Mandrill Taylor, a board certified psychiatrist with specialty training in both addiction and public health. Remarks will also be delivered by Mayor Julie Fitzgerald and Aaron Woods.
Speakers: 10 am
- Imran Haider & Jay Edwards (Emcees, DEI Committee)
- Mayor Julie Fitzgerald
- Aaron Woods
- Dr. Mandrill Taylor, MD, MPH (Keynote)
Music: 10:45-noon
- Jujuba (Afrobeat, Juju band)
