local juneteenth celebration

local juneteenth celebration

Park in support of african american history and heritage.

There was food off the grill, snacks, drinks and a couple local musicians played a free concert.

Vanessa pacheco says juneteenth is an important reminder that our community needs to continue to highlight the contributions of all people.

She says on this day people always strive for positive change.

Days like this are an opportunity for us to rebuild some powerful connections, for us to get closer to what kind of community do we want to be in so days like today are necessary especially if we can do that in a safe way.

The celebration lasted for a few hours and everyone was invited.

One lafayette lawyer is making a call to action against racial- injustice within the court system.

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