Denham Springs, LA - Camp Empowerment and the West Livingston Advisory Committee are proud to announce the Annual Juneteenth Community Celebration, the original and flagship Juneteenth program which was started in Denham Springs. This exciting event will take place on Thursday, June 19th at 12 PM at the PARDS L.M. Lockhart Park Gym, 320 Martin Luther King Dr., Denham Springs, LA.The celebration will feature a special appearance by Louisiana Supreme Court Justice ...
Denham Springs, LA - Camp Empowerment and the West Livingston Advisory Committee are proud to announce the Annual Juneteenth Community Celebration, the original and flagship Juneteenth program which was started in Denham Springs. This exciting event will take place on Thursday, June 19th at 12 PM at the PARDS L.M. Lockhart Park Gym, 320 Martin Luther King Dr., Denham Springs, LA.
The celebration will feature a special appearance by Louisiana Supreme Court Justice John Michael Guidry, joined by Denham Springs Mayor Gerard Landry and Livingston Parish President Randy Delatte. Attendees can look forward to a day filled with inspiring speeches, lively performances, and presentations. The event will also include awards to deserving students, highlighting the community's commitment to education and empowerment.
Camp Empowerment, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, will be actively participating in this Juneteenth program, with children from the camp presenting their works and performances. This provides a unique opportunity to witness the talents and voices of our young community members.
Event Highlights:
This community celebration is more than just a day of festivities; it's a chance to honor and recognize the significance of Juneteenth in our history. We invite the local media and the Baton Rouge community to join us in this important celebration of freedom, unity, and empowerment.
For media inquiries or more information, please contact:
Camp Empowerment
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (225) 317-9133 , (225) 317-2249
Come be a part of this kickoff celebration and experience the spirit of Juneteenth with us!
About Camp Empowerment:
Camp Empowerment is a Livingston Parish non-profit founded in 2008. The program aims to provide youths in Denham Springs with opportunities in social-emotional learning, art, music, dance, and basic academics. It offers free summer camps that include meals, addressing food insecurity among children.
L.M Lockhart/West Livingston Historical Landmark:
The West Livingston High School, one of the few all-black schools in Livingston Parish, closed its doors after desegregation in 1970 but remains a historical landmark in Denham Springs. It is a pivotal part of the parish's history.