Juneteenth celebrates the date of June 19, 1865, when the slaves in Galveston, Texas, first learned of the Emancipation Proclamation issued by President Lincoln on January 1, 1863 that abolished slavery. Managing editor Tami Roleff says there will be a celebration in Twentynine Palms today to mark the occasion…
Juneteenth in 29! is a local celebration that is being held today in Twentynine Palms. Residents are encouraged to meet at 4 p.m. at Bucklin Park (on Highway 62 at Split Rock Avenue) in Twentynine Palms. Then at 5 p.m., residents will march a short distance away to the parking lot behind 6470 Adobe Road for the rest of the celebration. “Life gave us lemons, but we made lemonade” is this year’s theme, and attendees are encouraged to wear yellow t-shirts in observance. Participants are also requested to wear masks and observe social distancing. Highlights of the completely free event include presentations on the history of the holiday, games, a Black history quiz, snacks and water.
