City of Lawrence 2004 Juneteenth Celebration 12/6/2018

Event History & Description History of Juneteenth in the U.S. Juneteenth or June 19, 1865, is considered the date when the last slaves in America were notified of their freedom in Texas, more than 2 ½ years after President Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation. Annually more than 200 cities in the United State celebrate Juneteenth. Juneteenth serves as a historical milestone reminding Americans of the triumph of the human spirit, the end of slavery and ultimately, FREEDOM. 12/6/2018

Event History & Description Description of Lawrence, Kansas Celebration The storied history of Kansas’ establishment as a “free state” and the City of Lawrence’s history of struggle and commitment to civil rights is a perfect place for a community-wide, multi-cultural celebration. 12/6/2018

Current Juneteenth Partners Afrodisiac Productions Boys & Girls Club Brandon Woods Da Shop Flory Design HyVee on 6th Street Lawrence Arts Center MLK Ecumenical Fellowship University of Kansas Dean of Students 12/6/2018

Juneteenth Schedule of Events City Proclamation Arts Day -Poster Contest -Essay Contest -Oral History -Gospel Choir Showcase @ KU Education & Sports Day -3 on 3 Basketball Tournament -Book Reading Activity -VIP Gala for Participants & Sponsors Family Day -Unity March -Car Show -Festival at Burcham Park -Concert Day of Remembrance -Prayer Breakfast (Father’s Day) Tuesday June 15, 2004 Wednesday June 16, 2004 Thursday June 17, 2004 Friday June 18, 2004 Saturday June 19, 2004 Sunday June 20, 2004 12/6/2018

Current Needs Corporate and/or Individual Sponsorships Event Venues Volunteers 12/6/2018

Arts Day – Wednesday, June 16 Poster Contest Objective: to encourage Lawrence youth in their creative pursuits and promote the arts. Goal: 1st place poster will be used as the central artwork theme for 2005 Juneteenth Celebration Location – To be determined Needs Volunteers to serve as judges and adult facilitators Sponsorships for materials, promotions and awards 12/6/2018

Arts Day continued – Wednesday, June 16 Essay Contest Objective: To encourage our youth in their creative pursuits and promote the arts. Location – to be determined Needs Volunteers to serve as judges and adult facilitators Sponsorships for materials, promotions and awards 12/6/2018

Arts Day continued – Wednesday, June 16 Oral History Objective: To enlighten the community about the real life history of Lawrence residents. Location – University of Kansas Needs Volunteers to serve as facilitators Volunteers to give oral histories Sponsorships for participant gifts 12/6/2018

Sports Day – Thursday, June 17 and Friday, June 18 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament Objective: To encourage teambuilding and good sportsmanship. Location – (Friday) East Lawrence Center at 1245 E. 15th St. 785-832-7950; Needs Volunteers to oversee tournament Sponsorships for tournament costs 12/6/2018

Family Day – Saturday, June 19 Festival at Burcham Park Objective: To provide an entertaining day of family fun in downtown Lawrence. Carnival will include food, art/gifts and information vendors, games (moonwalk) and music. Goal of 30 vendors. Location – Burcham Park Needs Vendors for carnival ($100-$250 Fees) Confirmed vendors to date: Grandaddys BBQ; DaShop; Flora Taylor; HyVee; Sertoma Club 12/6/2018

Day of Remembrance – Sunday, June 20 Father’s Day Prayer Breakfast Location – Tentative: Victory Bible Church from 7:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. Needs Sponsorship for food items Volunteers to serve and prepare food 12/6/2018

Next Steps Confirm Sponsorships Confirm Volunteer Opportunities Join Planning Committee 12/6/2018