2024 FULL SCHEDULE
JUNE 13 - JUNE 16, 2024
(REO TOWN)
BLACK HISTORY. BLACK FUTURE.
EMPOWERING BLACK WELLNESS
(SEMINAR & MIXER)
JUNE 13TH, 2024 - 6:30PM
The annual “Black History. Black Future." seminar sets the stage for a transformative journey towards empowerment as we kick-off the 517 Juneteenth Weekend. With a resounding theme of "Empowering Black Wellness," this seminar delves deep into the intersections of the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. Featuring a lineup of esteemed Black women speakers, the event promises enlightening discussions on financial, occupational, social, emotional, spiritual, mental, physical, and environmental wellness. Through open dialogue and shared experiences, this seminar promotes holistic wellness within the Black community, while providing valuable resources and information to foster personal growth and community resilience.
Following the seminar, we will host a mixer, featuring drinks, refreshments, and DJ sets by Ozay Moore.
This event is donation-based, and all proceeds goes towards 517 Juneteenth Weekend programming. Name Your Price and RSVP using the link below.
financial wellness sponsor:
JUNETEENTH ICE CREAM SOCIAL
JUNE 14TH, 2024 - 5:30 - 7:30PM
Join us for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Ice Cream Social on Friday, June 14th! This family-friendly event, sponsored by MILK Means More, offering free ice cream from RJ's Metropolitan Ice Cream.
Enjoy inflatables, break dancing, and music by All of the Above Hip-Hop Academy, as well as science experiments by Impression 5 Science Center, and an immersive learning experience in PNC’s Mobile Learning Adventure. Don't miss out on youth-owned vendor booths and more fun activities for everyone!
Meet us at 1115 S. Washington Ave in Riverview’s parking lot, right in the center of REO Town!
ICE CREAM SOCIAL sponsor:
517 JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL
JUNE 15TH, 2024 - 3:30 - 10PM
Join us for the 4th Annual 517 Juneteenth Festival, igniting the heart of Lansing's REO Town with a jubilant celebration of freedom and culture. This year's festival features headline performances by the award-winning R&B Singer/Song-Writer, Kevin Ross, alongside the uplifting sounds of Tasha Page-Lockhart, and live performances by Lansing’s-own, MikeyyAustin, with many other talented local and regional artists.
Dance in the streets with us, as you immerse yourself in themed DJ sets, explore offerings from over 70 vendors, tantalize your taste buds in our food court, and let the little ones explore in our Kidz Zone.
JUNETEENTH FATHER’S DAY JAZZ NIGHT
JUNE 16TH, 2024 - 6:30PM
Join us for the 3rd Annual Juneteenth Father's Day Jazz Night, where the evening will be filled with live performances by Rockelle Whitaker and Michael Reed & The Revelation. DJ Dolo will keep the vibes flowing with sets throughout the night, while adult beverages will be available for purchase. Celebrate this special occasion with great music, good company, and a memorable evening of jazz.
This event is donation-based, and all proceeds goes towards 517 Juneteenth Weekend programming. Name Your Price and RSVP using the link below.