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Juneteenth at Solano County Library

Join Solano County Library as we honor Juneteenth throughout June. Discover free events, books, and resources exploring Juneteenth, the holiday that commemorates the day the Emancipation Proclamation reached enslaved Black people in Galveston, Texas, on June 19, 1865.

Emancipation Day celebration, June 19, 1900 held in "East Woods" on East 24th Street in Austin. Credit: Austin History Center.

Events

Scavenger Hunt: My Juneteenth Journey
Join us for a scavenger hunt where you can learn more about the Juneteenth holiday while exploring the collections here at JFK Library! Complete the scavenger hunt to win a prize!
Monday, June 12 All Day
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library

Juneteenth Arts & Crafts

We will be making hand-sized Juneteenth flags! Join us!
Tuesday, June 13 10AM
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library

Juneteenth Storytime
Join us for Juneteenth-themed storytime!
Saturday, June 17 10AM
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library

Juneteenth Paint & Sip
Hosted by @_lynscanvas, participants will create a canvas painting celebrating Juneteenth and Black culture while enjoying sparkling apple cider. All materials will be provided but seats are limited – sign up today!
Monday, June 19 4PM
Vallejo John F. Kennedy Library

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