Northglenn Arts hosts Juneteenth celebration on June 19 Credit: Northglenn Arts

Miss Black Colorado, an eclectic mix of jazz, soul and gospel and Adams County’s Poet Laureate will highlight Northglenn’s Juneteenth celebration at 5 p.m. June 19 at 5 p.m. on the city’s Festival Lawn.

Northglenn Arts is hosting Juneteenth: A Freedom Celebration, a free outdoor event celebrating Black freedom and creativity through live performances, community engagement and cultural celebration, according to a city news release.

In partnership with the Dream Create Inspire (DCI) Tour — an organization dedicated to music-based experiences that promote collective healing, liberation, and social connection — this event is co-hosted by the City of Northglenn’s Diversity, Inclusivity, and Social Equity (DISE) Board, the news release states.

Organizers say the evening will feature a variety of powerful performances that celebrate community and creativity, including:

  • Osha Renee, Miss Black Colorado
  • JoFoKe & Same Cloth, eclectic blend of Jazz, Soul, & Gospel
  • Kerrie Joy, Adams County Poet Laureate
  • A dynamic finale: the DREAM FLOW collaborative Music Creation, led by DCI Tour

Guests may also enjoy food trucks, wellness demos, and a local vendor marketplace throughout the evening.

Sponsored by King Soopers, “this event brings the Northglenn community together to celebrate resilience, expression, and joy,” the news release states.

 For more information, please visit NorthglennARTS.org or call the box office at 303.450.8888.

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