The 2024 Delray Beach Juneteenth Think Tank is a dynamic three-day event that combines intellectual exploration, cultural celebration, and community engagement.
The three-day think tank series is organized by Healthier Delray Beach in partnership with the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum and the City of Delray Beach and the Delray Beach CRA to showcase the way the community’s connectedness leads to deeper understanding, fostering of positive action-centered relationships, and strategic planning for the years ahead.
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Day 1: Stories From The Set, Live Thursday, June 13, 2024, 6:00 p.m.
Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, 170 NW 5th Ave, Delray Beach, FL 33444 FREE
In a conversation moderated by Florida State Senator Bobby Powell, prominent Black Delray Beach residents will bring to life the Spady Museum’s ongoing exhibit, “Stories from The Set.” Charles “Chuck” Ridley, Leonard Bernard Mitchell, Bill Nix, and Rev. David Wiggins, will share stories about Delray Beach’s historically Black community, challenge current narratives, and identify naturally occurring strategies to inform efforts and engage the voices of as many people as possible in the radically resident-driven work of The Coalition, The Set’s redevelopment partnership. Attendees will learn about the impact systemic racism has had on the Delray Beach community and others like it, and the warmth and resolve of the community in the face of great adversity. To open the event, ChiChiMa Productions will perform “Watchman What Remains of the Night,” a play specifically written to describe the Watchnight church service in the southern Christian church.
This event is presented by the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum. For more information or to register, visit spadymuseum.com/events-timeline/.
Day 2: Opulent Hair volution & Fashion Show: A Celebration of Beauty, Strength, and Culture. Friday, June 14, 2024, 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Arts Warehouse, 313 NE 3rd St, Delray Beach, FL 33444 There is a cost.
Hair, fashion, and art come together as a powerful way to demonstrate resilience and strength in the face of adversity. Experience a movement that transcends the boundaries of time, empowers talent, and showcases the beauty and strength woven through history in Black Culture. In times of hardship, it is often art and creative expression that unite us and inspire us to overcome challenges.
Step into a world where artistry meets empowerment at Opulent Hairvolution, an extraordinary event that transcends the boundaries of time and celebrates the rich tapestry of Black culture. This event is more than a showcase; it’s a movement that highlights the beauty and strength woven through the history of hair, fashion, and art. An unforgettable experience, Opulent Hairvolution brings together the best in hair styling, fashion design, and artistic expression, creating a powerful platform that honors heritage and inspires future generations. Join us on a journey through history, innovation, and empowerment through art.
This event is presented by Opulent Hairvolution. For more information or to register, visit opulenthairvolution.com.
Day 3: Juneteenth Think Tank 2024 – A Family Affair Saturday, June 15, 2029:00 a.m. -11:00 a.m.: A King’s Breakfast & Golf Cart Ride for Dads to start the day 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Community Resource & Vendor Expo Park, 1101 NW 2nd St, Delray Beach, FL 33444 FREE
The 2024 Delray Beach Juneteenth Think Tank is a dynamic event that provides a platform for learning by combining intellectual exploration, cultural celebration, and collaborative community engagement. This third annual gathering is designed to be an immersive day of healing and learning where participants will engage in:
- Juneteenth cultural education, demonstrations, and healing-centered engagement sessions to provide a deeper understanding of the historical significance of Juneteenth as a federally recognized Emancipation Day.
- Opportunities to celebrate FAMILY UNITY while honoring the important cultural richness and resiliency experienced through family and community love.
- Celebrations and appreciations
This event is presented by: Healthier Delray Beach supported through Palm Health Foundation. Donations from the event will support the foundation’s Healthier Together Fund for ongoing unity-building efforts to improve the community’s overall well-being. For more information or to register: eventcreate.com/e/juneteenththinktank.
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