BROOKLINE – The Town of Brookline is pleased to invite the community to a Freedom March and Juneteenth Celebration at the Brookline Avenue Playground.
WHEN:
- Monday, June 19; Freedom March begins at 10 a.m.
- The celebration begins at 11 a.m.
WHERE:
A Freedom March will begin at the Florida Ruffin Ridley School, 345 Harvard St., and proceed to the Brookline Avenue Playground, 575 Brookline Ave., where a celebration will be held.
WHAT:
The Town of Brookline is pleased to invite residents to a Freedom March from the Florida Ruffin Ridley School to the Brookline Avenue Playground, for a celebration of Juneteenth — a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African-Americans on June 19, 1865.
The celebration will feature free food, entertainment, games, crafts, raffles, and music.
Community members participate in last year’s Juneteenth celebration. (Photo Courtesy Town of Brookline) 
Community members participate in last year’s Juneteenth celebration. (Photo Courtesy Town of Brookline) 
Community members participate in last year’s Juneteenth celebration. (Photo Courtesy Town of Brookline) 
Community members participate in last year’s Juneteenth celebration. (Photo Courtesy Town of Brookline)