Austin, Texas – In honor of the federal Juneteenth holiday, The City of Austin is proud to announce the launch of a one-stop online calendar designed to showcase the abundance of celebratory events happening throughout the area during the entire month of June. This unique project aims to serve as the definitive resource for Texans and visitors alike seeking immersive experiences that commemorate Juneteenth’s rich cultural heritage and enduring message of freedom.
The City of Austin partnered with online media outlet soulciti on the guide in part because they said that the partnership will allow Central Texas to continue providing a comprehensive platform for Texans to explore the rich cultural tapestry of the state. “The Go19th calendar is a vital resource for residents and visitors alike. The variety of events listed on the calendar will help foster a deeper understanding of an important part of our history and the diverse communities that make Texas unique,” Assistant City Manager Stephanie Hayden-Howard said.
“The go19th.com calendar is like a treasure map for anyone who wants to dive into the heart of Texas’ African American culture surrounding Juneteenth,” said Jasmine Frink, Development Director at soulciti. “To date, we have 35+ events highlighting everything from down-home music to educational talks about our history, all designed to celebrate the spirit of freedom and heritage,” she added.
This centralized calendar, accessible at go19th.com, offers a comprehensive listing of Juneteenth celebrations across central Texas; rom vibrant parades and cultural festivals to educational workshops and historical reenactments, the calendar will provide a platform for communities to share their diverse Juneteenth traditions.
About soulciti – THE ONLINE GUIDE TO CENTRAL TEXAS’ AFRICAN AMERICAN POPULATION
soulciti launched in 1999 in Austin, Texas as a grassroots phenomenon to disseminate news and entertainment information of interest to African Americans. By launching soulciti, griotmedia endeavored to create an interactive, easy-to-use Internet community and comprehensive resource.
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