North Shore to fly Juneteenth flags, Salem to host 2nd Jam Festival

North Shore to fly Juneteenth flags, Salem to host 2nd Jam Festival

Local communities will hold Juneteenth flag raisings and celebrations this week to commemorate the end of slavery and to honor the contributions of Black Americans.

Three Local Books to Promote Awareness of Black Issues

Three recent books illuminate local African American history and support awareness of Black issues in Richmond, Hanover County, and Virginia.

How to Observe Juneteenth on the North Shore - Northshore Magazine

On June 19, 1865, enslaved Americans in Galveston, Texas received news that they were finally free. Since then, June 19 has become a day of celebration, particularly for Black communities. It was not, however, observed as a federal holiday until 2021. If you are interested in honoring this monumental day in history, check out some of these events across the North Shore this year. Flag raisings, various towns | June 12-18 Cities and towns through…