By Gloria Dulan-Wilson
Hello All:
Well, it's official - the month of June belongs to Black People or at least it ought to be - so I'm claiming it:
JUNE IS BLACK PEOPLE'S MONTH!!! DEAL WITH IT - ENJOY IT - SHARE IT
In fact, when you think about it, we pretty much dominate June - so much so, we actually start it in May, with the celebration of Malcolm X's Birthday on May 19, and keep up the momentum to Dance Africa on Memorial Day Weekend New York), and then segue right into a round of June activities non-stop, right up to July with the celebration of Black Arts.
JUNE IS BLACK PEOPLE'S MONTH!!! DEAL WITH IT - ENJOY IT - SHARE IT
In fact, when you think about it, we pretty much dominate June - so much so, we actually start it in May, with the celebration of Malcolm X's Birthday on May 19, and keep up the momentum to Dance Africa on Memorial Day Weekend New York), and then segue right into a round of June activities non-stop, right up to July with the celebration of Black Arts.
Any who doubts that June belongs to Black people (especially Black people in Philadelphia) should consider this:
June is Black Music Month, Caribbean Heritage Month, Juneteenth Celebrations - Philadelphia actually has two JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS
ONE IN GERMANTOWN and the other in CENTER CITY
Both events are awesome!!!
Juneteenth in Center City is sponsored by The Philadelphia Council of Leaders(PCOL)
This is their third year, but promises to be a monumental event - Channel 6 - WPVI-TV will broadcast the entire parade from opening ceremony to the culmination of the merchants fair at Penn's Landing. The Parade will have more than 3000 participants from all over the US, as well of Philadelphia local talent. Special discount hotel accommodations have been made for those traveling to Philadelphia to participate in or see the parade; and lets of Black owned restaurants, businesses and other attractions are also being provided for tourists and locals alike.
This is the beginning of an annual massive parade and festival, commemorating our ancestors who first learned of their freedom in Texas literally 2 years after others had been freed - it was called Juneteenth because the date they received the news was on June 19th, over 150 years ago.
Prior to Juneteenth is Odunde (Philadelphia), now in it's 43rd year. There should be a smile on the face of every Black Philadelphian as we celebrate our heritage and share our respect ands regards for each other - and look forward to so many more wonderful things to com.
So anyone who claims there's nothing to do or nothing going on is not tuned in to what's happening on this planet - or not trying
Make it your business to support your Black Businesses and your Black Celebrations
It's our culture - and it's up to us to keep it alive.
As always, this list is by no means exhaustive - there is always something going on - just want to put some positive things on your plate
AND REMEMBER:
JUNE IS BLACK PEOPLE'S MONTH!!! DEAL WITH IT - ENJOY IT - SHARE IT!!
June is Black Music Month, Caribbean Heritage Month, Juneteenth Celebrations - Philadelphia actually has two JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONS
ONE IN GERMANTOWN and the other in CENTER CITY
Both events are awesome!!!
Juneteenth in Center City is sponsored by The Philadelphia Council of Leaders(PCOL)
This is their third year, but promises to be a monumental event - Channel 6 - WPVI-TV will broadcast the entire parade from opening ceremony to the culmination of the merchants fair at Penn's Landing. The Parade will have more than 3000 participants from all over the US, as well of Philadelphia local talent. Special discount hotel accommodations have been made for those traveling to Philadelphia to participate in or see the parade; and lets of Black owned restaurants, businesses and other attractions are also being provided for tourists and locals alike.
This is the beginning of an annual massive parade and festival, commemorating our ancestors who first learned of their freedom in Texas literally 2 years after others had been freed - it was called Juneteenth because the date they received the news was on June 19th, over 150 years ago.
Prior to Juneteenth is Odunde (Philadelphia), now in it's 43rd year. There should be a smile on the face of every Black Philadelphian as we celebrate our heritage and share our respect ands regards for each other - and look forward to so many more wonderful things to com.
So anyone who claims there's nothing to do or nothing going on is not tuned in to what's happening on this planet - or not trying
Make it your business to support your Black Businesses and your Black Celebrations
It's our culture - and it's up to us to keep it alive.
As always, this list is by no means exhaustive - there is always something going on - just want to put some positive things on your plate
AND REMEMBER:
JUNE IS BLACK PEOPLE'S MONTH!!! DEAL WITH IT - ENJOY IT - SHARE IT!!
NEW YORK
MAY 25-28, 2018
DANCE AFRICA 2018: CELEBRATES SOUTH AFRICA
Dance Africa is one of my favorite events on the Planet - I've only missed 3 during the entire history of the event, and those times were due to illness. I've been a fan since Baba Chuck Davis first announced his intention to establish it back in the 80's - and my loyalty continues through the assumption of leadership by Brother Abdel R. Salaam, who is also the founder of Forces of Nature, another favorite dance troupe of mine. Baba Chuck announced he was passing the baton to Abdel in 2015, made his transition in 2017, secure in the knowledge that his legacy was in excellent hands.
https://www.bam.org/dance/2018/danceafrica?gclid=CjwKCAjwopTYBRAzEiwAnU4kbyly0uLsFQBOjrFF3fXAyicwxKV-1zhEUe3QedbDxOOi33hyue3nmRoC7VIQAvD_BwE
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| Dayaan and Abdel Salaam Now heading up DANCE AFRICA |
AFROPOP WORLD WIDE FESTIVAL:
http://afropop.org/page/gala2018
MAY 25- JUNE 30
SONY HALL EVENTS CALENDAR
https://www.sonyhall.com/shows
MAY 24 - JUNE 10, 2018
NEW YORK AFRICAN FILM FESTIVAL
The New York African Film Festival (NYAFF) celebrates its milestone 25th edition, with a presentation of African and diaspora film and culture. Co-presented with the Film Society of Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Academy of Music and Maysles Cinema, the 2018 festival will feature new and classic African cinema, with a special focus on works by women and younger generations of African and diaspora creators, highlighting an intergenerational discourse. We also celebrate the centennial and legacy of Nelson Mandela. As in previous years, the festival program will include screenings and discussions with filmmakers and artists, panels, master classes and an art exhibit. This year, the NYAFF is preceded by events at city-wide locations to celebrate its milestone 25th!
Dates
Brooklyn Academy of Music: Thursday, May 24 – Monday, May 28Maysles Cinema: Thursday, June 7 – Sunday, June 10
https://www.africanfilmny.org/2018/save-the-dates-the-2018-new-york-african-film-festival/Brooklyn Academy of Music: Thursday, May 24 – Monday, May 28Maysles Cinema: Thursday, June 7 – Sunday, June 10
JUNE 1- SEPTEMBER 7
IMAGENATION FILM & MUSIC FESTIVAL
http://www.imagenation.us/copy-of-imagenation-outdoors-1
JUNE 21, 2018
NETWORK JOURNAL MAGAZINE
https://tnj.tix.com/m/Event.aspx?EventCode=1077129
JUNE 23, 2018
MADE IN AFRICA - BET AWARDS PARTY
PHILADELPHIA
JUNE 2, 2018
JAMAICA FESTIVAL
- CARIBBEAN AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH
http://www.caribbeanamericanmonth.org
MAY 24-JUNE 21(Thursday Evenings)MUSIC IN MALCOLM X PARK52ND & PINE STREETSSponsored by JANNIE BLACKWELL&Friends of Malcolm X ParkShowtime 7:00 PM5/24: Keni Jackson Experience6/7: Glen Bryann, Keyboardist & Friends6/21: The Budesa BrothersJUNE 2, 2018JAMAICA DAY CELEBRATIONhttps://www.penn.museum/calendar/eventdetail/883/celebration-of-jamaicaCELEBRATION OF JAMAICADate Saturday 02 June 2018Time 11:00AM - 4:00PMLocation Penn MuseumCategoryCelebrate the great cultural contributions of Jamaicans on the island and here in Philadelphia!Come out and enjoy reggae and other steel pan bandmusic, learn some Caribbean dance moves, and experiencethe island arts, culture, stories, and the foods of Jamaica atthis World Culture Day, co-sponsored by the Young CaribbeanProfessional Network, Team Jamaica Bickle – Philadelphia, andJamaica Land We Love. While you’re here, explore the Museum’sspecial exhibition Bearing Witness: Four Days in West KingstonODUNDE`June 4-10, 2018Odunde Festival, founded in 1975, was the brainchild of Philadelphia Native Lois Fernandez, and was kept alive by enthusiastic Philadelphians and her daughter Osunbumi (Bumi) Fernandez. Our dear sister made her transition to the Ancestor/Angels last year leaving a lasting legacy that is now heading for its 45th year – it's even bigger and better than ever!!! There is a week of activities, roundtables, and ceremonies leading up to the big day SUNDAY JUNE 10 -https://www.odundefestival.orgJUNE 6, 2018Black Music Celebration Black Music: A conversation with Kenneth Gamble and Leon Huff & Vivienne Crawford2:00 PMBlockson Collection/Sullivan Hall1330 W Polett Walk (Polett at Broad Street)Philadelphia, PA215.204.2828June 16, 2018iBuyBlack PHILLY SHOPPER'S TOUR &GERMANTOWN JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONBlack Owned Businesses North of City Hall as we celebrate ourIndependence Day at the Germantown Juneteenth Day FestivalMAKE YOUR RESERVATION NOW $20.00 RegularTOUR: 8:45A-3:30PBUS BOARDS AT CARPENTER PARKon Johnson between Magnolia and MortonMore details and tickets at: www.ibuyblack-business-tours.eventbrite.comfor more information or to volunteercall: 215.247.1545 or267.736.7468TOUR WILL CULMINATE AT GERMANTOWN'S JUNETEENTH CELEBRATIONTHERE WILL ALSO BE AN AFTER PARTY AND ROUND TABLECome out and meet and support the Black Businesses in your neighborhood
JUNE 19, 2018iBuyBlack & PCOL Bus to Harrisburg to request Juneteenth be declared a State Holiday in PennsylvaniaThe legislation will be presented by State Representatives Vanessa Lowery Brown and Stephen Kinsey - and has broad support throughout PhiladelphiaTo participate in the trip and for information of what you can do to help make this a reality, please call: 215.284.1926 to find out when and what time the bus is leaving.
JUNE 22-23, 2018PHILLY JUNETEENTH SPECTACULARhttp://juneteenthphilly.org/?utm_source=IBuyBlack%20Community&utm_campaign=b70e4a1f74-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_04_10&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_7622268d9e-b70e4a1f74-58014737&mc_cid=b70e4a1f74&mc_eid=2dc456ecef
Brother Kofi Asante - The Genius Behind Philly's Juneteenth Celebration
IT'S A BEAUTIFUL THING
JUNE 30, 2018BLACK MUSIC MONTH CELEBRATIONhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-black-music-month-w-sound-stage-live-tickets-45215214925NOW THAT YOU KNOWWHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DOABOUT IT?Stay Blessed &ECLECTICALLY BLACKGloria
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| Curator Deborah Thomas. Full details online. |
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