Major West Hartford Celebration Needs Help

Town of West Hartford

WEST HARTFORD, CT — One of Connecticut's largest Juneteenth Holiday celebrations is in West Hartford, but community leaders say they need help to pull it off this year.

This June 14, the West Hartford community will come together to commemorate Juneteenth — a day marking the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating African American freedom, achievement, and contributions.'

The actual holiday is always June 19, but West Hartford is celebrating a few days early this year.

The event usually draws a large crowd to West Hartford Town Hall, and the event is seen as one of the biggest Juneteenth celebrations in the state.

"Our celebration is more than just a gathering; it's a vibrant showcase of culture, resilience, and unity," wrote event organizers in an announcement.

To bring the free event to West Hartford, however, some help from folks is needed.

Sustainable CT will match dollar-for-dollar any donation made through Juneteenth Patronicity.

Ways to help

• Donate: Every contribution, no matter the size, helps us build an enriching celebration.
• Sponsor: Sponsoring Juneteenth not only positions you positions your brand at the heart of a significant cultural celebration but also aligns you with the values of diversity, heritage, and community empowerment. You can make an impact! Contact Matt.Conway@theriseupgroup.org for details.
• Share: Help us spread the word! Share our crowdfunding page on your social media, with friends, family, and local businesses who might want to support or participate.
• Volunteer: Interested in lending a hand on the day of the event? Contact us to join our volunteer team.

Donations can be made online or by check payable to 'Concerned Parents of Color of West Hartford.' Note: "WH Juneteenth 25." Mail to: P.O. Box 370194 West Hartford, CT 06137-0194.

For more information or updates, contact Adrienne Billings-Smith at concernedparentsofcolorwh@gmail.com or visit the Juneteenth Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/WHJuneteenthCelebration for more information.