The Inaugural Washington County Juneteenth Author Showcase
Hagerstown, MD -- On Saturday, June 11, the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce will partner with The F.O.C.U.S (Fun, Opportunity, Concentration, Unwavering, Success) Trainer to host a Juneteenth Author Showcase. Six African American authors who reside in Washington County, Maryland will be showcased. The youngest participating author is 12-years old. The showcase will be held at The Meeting Room, located at 11377 Robinwood Dr, Hagerstown, MD., 21742 from 2-7 PM. During the showcase attendees will have the opportunity to fellowship while supporting Black-owned businesses from the surrounding community.
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Juneteenth is the celebration of the emancipation of enslaved African people in the United States. During the American Slavery Era, the punishment for a person of color who even attempted to read a book was death. This Juneteenth event will showcase the progress people of color have made as a nation and to pay reverence to those who dared to learn to read and write while putting their lives at risk.
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This event is free and open to the public, but reservations are encouraged and available through Eventbrite - Juneteenth Author Showcase at The Meeting Room.
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For more information about the Juneteenth Author Showcase please visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-author-showcase-tickets-298020636747or contact Cherish McMillan at mcmillancherish@gmail.com.
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