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SUMMARY:Memphis Yahoos LIVE
DESCRIPTION:7pm-10pm\n$5 cover / no children after 8pm
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth Celebration
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nDiscovering the meaning of freedom together\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Join us on Saturday\, June 20\, 2026\, as we celebrate black history and its cultural significance on this day that commemorates the end of slavery. Discover the sounds of freedom and tastes of resilience by engaging in informative presentations and impactful displays. \nJuneteenth became a federal holiday in 2021 to commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. The name “Juneteenth” combines the words “June” and “nineteenth” and marks the day in 1865 when Union soldiers arrived in Galveston\, Texas\, to announce that the Civil War had ended and all enslaved individuals were free. \nYou will discover: \n\nThe historical significance of Juneteenth and its origins in 1865\nLive music and performances celebrating freedom and unity\nInteractive dance experiences promoting wellness and empowerment\nInspiring voices and perspectives from community leaders and special guests\n\n  \nSchedule:\n11:00 a.m. | Welcome and Opening Remarks \n\nVibes provided by DJ B Squared\nEmcee: Kameron Echols\, director of student leadership and campus culture at the University of Tennessee at Martin\nIntroduction by Scott Williams\, President and CEO of Discovery Park of America  \nOpening prayer: Zyan Light\n\n11:15 a.m. | Rhythm Nation Line Dance Group  \n\nLed by Renetta Wade\, the group promotes health\, empowerment and stress relief through dance and will provide a performance and lesson\n\n11:45 a.m. | Discovered Voices \n\nGospel songs celebrating freedom and unity performed by Discovery Park’s community choir under the direction of Taira Smith\n\n12:15 p.m. | Divine Nine Step Groups \n\nMembers of Divine Nine organizations from the University of Tennessee at Martin will perform\n\n12:45 p.m. | Introduction of Guests and Closing Remarks \nFollowing the Program | Red Food Tasting \n\nEnjoy traditional red foods honoring Juneteenth heritage\, in the Tennessee Room\n\nFollowing the Program | Meet-and-Greet with Special Surprise Guests \n\nMeet special surprise guests in the Natural History Gallery\n\n2:00 p.m. | Live “Reelfoot Forward: A West Tennessee Podcast” Recording on Stage in Dino Hall  \n\nKenny McCloud interviewed by Scott Williams \n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nWe are excited to welcome the Discovery Park Community Choir back this year. Check out this video for a glimpse of the group performing at our 2025 Juneteenth event.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \nDJAI B²\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \nKameron Echols\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \nRhythm Nation\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text] \nCommunity Choir\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nReelfoot Forward Podcast Guest: Kenny McCloud\nKenny McCloud of Union City\, Tennessee\, is a musician and producer whose early influences and local mentors shaped a lifelong career in music. He performed with groups including Young Funk\, Natural Touch and Onyx before expanding into production.  \nMcCloud later co-founded Blackhole Recording Studio\, which became a collaborative space for major hip-hop and R&B artists\, including members of Digital Underground\, R. Kelly\, George Clinton\, El DeBarge and Charlie Wilson. His work spans performance and production\, contributing to multiple music genres. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″] \n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text] \nRed Food Tasting in the Tennessee Room\nCelebrate Juneteenth by enjoying red-themed foods that symbolize sacrifice and cultural heritage\, including red punch\, red velvet cake and cookies.\nRed Food Sponsors: \n\nDyersburg Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Dyersburg\, TN\nNew Womack Temple CME Church\, Dyersburg\, TN\nNxtgen Empowerment Group\, Union City\, TN \nOak Grove Missionary Baptist Church\, Martin TN\nTrudy’s Kids Cafe\, Union City\, TN\nVaughn’s Corner BBQ\, Union City TN\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″] \n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nNeed a 2026 Juneteenth Celebration Flyer? Download one here!\n[/vc_column_text]2026 Juneteenth Celebration Flyer[vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text] \n\n\nCommunity service vendors are welcome to register for this event.\nClick the button below to sign up.\n[/vc_column_text]Become a Vendor[vc_column_text]The 2026 Juneteenth Celebration is sponsored by Higher Ground Coffee Company and Vantage Coffee Roasters. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text]Stay up-to-date on everything happening at Discovery Park by subscribing to our DiscoverMORE e-newsletter and following us on Facebook\, Instagram\, X and TikTok.[/vc_column_text] \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n            close\n            keyboard_arrow_right\n            keyboard_arrow_left\n          \n \n\n[/vc_column][/vc_row]
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