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(Virtual) Juneteenth Celebration on Zoom Online
Join us for a virtual celebration of Juneteenth with the Russell Library. For this year's celebration, we will be joined by renowned Hartford storyteller, The Greatheart Griot. Andre Keitt, as he is called by day, has been storytelling for over 2 decades and will bring the story of Juneteenth to us in the form of folk tale and reenactment. His performance will be followed by a craft and a discussion with young people about the meaning of Juneteenth to African Americans.
All ages are welcome, but this program is ideal for grades K-5. Families are encouraged to participate.
Registration is required and will close 1 hour before the event begins.
The supplies you need for the craft are newspapers, glue, and buttons and feathers (or any other glueable treasures) you may have around the house.
If you are in need of supplies please email awright@russelllibrary.org.
This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Russell Library.
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If you require special accommodations for any library sponsored event please call 860-347-2528 or email dmarques@russelllibrary.org at least ten (10) days prior to the scheduled meeting.