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Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
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Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Annual Juneteenth Celebration
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C. (WSAV) — The Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park will kick off their 11th Annual Juneteenth Celebration on June 12. The celebration will begin on June 12 with local conservation groups sharing their work and a sleepover experience. On Friday, June 13, there will be a children's dig day where kids are invited to dig into history as junior archaeologists. There will also be a drum circle in the evening. Saturday marks the day for the main event which will be held from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Gospel music will highlight local and regional choirs all morning. Afternoon fun will begin at 12:30 p.m. and include line dancing, karaoke and an old-school dance contest. The celebration will be closed with Leela James. 'Events like this bring our community both near and far together in powerful ways,' said Executive Director of Historic Mitchelville Freedom Park Ahmad Ward. 'They offer an opportunity to reflect on our shared history and celebrate the progress we've made. I look forward to joining everyone for the old-school dance contest—it's a highlight of the weekend!' You can expect a children's corner, complementary photo booth, community village with nonprofits offering resources, local vendors, artists and food trucks at the celebration. The following Wednesday, June 19, a Juneteenth 5k will be held with the Palmetto Running Company. The cost of some events is covered with registration, but others may have admission costs. View the full schedule by clicking or tapping here. You can purchase your tickets by clicking or tapping here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shreveport music festival returns with rapper Too Short and soul singer Leela James
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — One of Shreveport's music festivals is returning with several notable performers. The 38th Annual Let The Good Times Roll Festival will kick off in Shreveport with performances by rapper Too Short and R&B singer Leela James. Other performers will include Keith Frank, Jeter Jones, and Big Pokey Bear. Additionally, there will be a gospel celebration on the third day of the festival. 90's R&B fest in Louisiana to feature Adina Howard, Michel'le, and Dru Hill The festival will also include a mental wellness awareness seminar featuring local therapists, wellness coaches, peer advocates, and guest speakers. This seminar will educate attendees on how to access culturally competent care and address the stigma surrounding mental health within the Black community. The festival will be held from June 20 to 23 at the Festival Plaza. For information on the festival or to become a vendor or sponsor, visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
