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Day: June 23, 2022

25 Books for Kids and Adults to Celebrate Juneteenth and Reflect on History of Slavery

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

As America celebrates Juneteenth this year amid protests against racism and police brutality against Black people, the story of Saturday’s holiday emerges as one to brush up on. Whether you’re a longtime celebrator or seeking […]

Book Review

Community Health and Wellness Fair Promotes Black Mental Health and Local Services

June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

By Jordyn Taylor The Truth Reporter The sounds of Black joy have returned to the streets of Toledo. On June 18, The Community Solidarity Response Network (CSRN) partnered with the brothers of Omega Psi Phi […]

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A Juneteenth Cultural Celebration Weekend

June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

By Tricia Hall The Truth Reporter Hundreds of individuals and families gathered for the African American Legacy Project (AALP), cultural celebration weekend on June 18 and June 19. Saturday’s theme was “Heirs of Art, Black […]

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Toledo Opera And Pleiades Project Present Black Brilliance Competition Winners At Toledo Juneteenth Celebrations

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

Special to The Truth Toledo Opera celebrates Juneteenth all over the city and is working with NYC based organization The Pleiades Project to highlight the contributions and genius of Black Women Composers. Winners Amber Cierra […]

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Toledo Museum of Art Honors Ten Local Individuals at Juneteenth Celebration

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

By Tricia Hall The Truth Reporter Ten local individuals were acknowledged as Changemakers during the Toledo Museum of Art’s Juneteenth/Father’s Day Concert on Sunday, June 19. Audiences enjoyed singer and songwriter Raheem DeVaughn, who was […]

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Grace For Such a Time as This: Growing Gardens in the Heat of the Day

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

By Carla Janell Pattin, PhD The Truth Contributor When I first met Elaine Page in the fall of 2021, I was officially graced with her presence, skill and wisdom. These are all elements needed to […]

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Five Black Service Members Shaping Contemporary Military History

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

  Special to The Truth   Black Americans have served in the U.S. Armed Forces since the Revolutionary War, paving the way for Black service members today. “It is also important we foster an inclusive […]

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Maritime Academy’s First Juneteenth Celebration

June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

Toledoeans beat the heat to enjoy Maritime Academy’s first Juneteenth celebration, Thursday, June 16. Hundreds of attendants from around the community enjoyed a free fun-filled celebration with food, games and boat rides. Local organizations including […]

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A Federal Holiday Since 2021, Juneteenth Celebrates the Full Promulgation of the United States’ Emancipation Proclamation.

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

This historic federal decree, made by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863, officially declared the four million enslaved Black Americans living in the United States at the time legally free. News of the proclamation […]

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Toledo Celebrates Juneteenth!

June 23, 2022June 23, 2022 Sojourner’s Truth

By Asia Nail The Truth Reporter Greater Toledo celebrated Juneteenth this past weekend with an array of community events organized and led by our own prominent Black community leaders. It was a beautiful sight to […]

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