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Happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and celebrates triumph of freedom, equality, and resilience. Let's honor the rich history and contributions of Black communities while continuing to strive for a more just and inclusive society. Learn more here.

Santa Cruz Public Libraries is joining the celebration of Santa Cruz Juneteenth at the London Nelson Community Center on Saturday, June 14th at 12:00pm. Come and meet Gonzo the Great, SCPL's new bookbike and join us for a day of art, culture, delicious soul food, craft booths, kids activities, a 2nd line parade and a basketball skills contest. Gonzo will have a little library of books to browse and check-out, plus library information and community resources.

Programs

• Special Juneteenth Preschool Storytime & Craft @ Felton - Thursday, June 12, 2025, 11:00AM
• Gonzo the Great Bookbike at the Juneteenth Celebration -  Saturday, June 14, 2025, London Nelson Community Center, 12:00PM-3:00PM
• Santa Cruz Black 2025 Film Series: Soundtrack to a Coup d'Etat - Tuesday, June 17, 2025, Capitola Branch Library
• Special Juneteenth Preschool Storytime & Craft @ Scotts Valley- Friday, June 20, 2025, 11:00AM

Reading & Resources:

• Juneteenth Booklist for Adults
  
• Select a book from our booklist of Award Winning African American Authors
• Choose a book from our Youth Black History Month list
• Watch a movie celebrating black artists and black stories on Kanopy - a free resource with your library card.
• Download e-content on Libby: African American Fiction & Non-Fiction

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