Juneteenth celebration to be held at Thyen-Clark Cultural Center

Join Jasper Arts and the Jasper Public Library in celebrating the 5th Annual Juneteenth Community Event in the Atrium in the Thyen-Clark Cultural Center on Saturday, June 6, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Enjoy an afternoon celebrating the anniversary of June 19, 1865, an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.

The afternoon event collaboration with the Jasper Public Library will feature multiple booths represented by community members and organizations focusing on historical figures, events and activities.

The event will feature delicious soul food samplings, community booths, dancing, music, poetry reading, arts and crafts, trivia, story reading, activities, and games.

The event is an Open House, family-friendly, open to all ages, and FREE.