Hey, Diverse FoCo friends,
Fort Collins’ Juneteenth celebrations begin today, Friday, June 14!
Juneteenth is an annual holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States that has been celebrated by the Black and African American community since the late 1800s.
This year’s community-wide celebration, co-sponsored by the City of Fort Collins and local partners, takes place at Foothills Mall all weekend, June 14-16, with live music, dance, art, theater, health & wellness, cultural performances, educational exhibits, vendor market, food trucks, and more.
Check out the schedule at FoCoJuneteenth.com and options for free transportation to the mall. Transfort will run regular service to and from the Foothills Mall. Share this link with anyone who would like alternatives to driving: https://ridetransfort.com/rider-info-event-transportation/
City offices will be closed for the holiday on Wednesday, June 19.
June is Pride Month!
Pride Month, celebrated each June, recognizes the past, current and future fight for equity and liberation for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Resources and Events:
CSU Pride Resource Center
Northern Colorado Equality
Splash Youth of Northern Colorado
NoCo Eclectic (transgender and nonbinary support)
Denver Pride June 22-23
Diversify Whitewater Community River Float – Northern Colorado
Also, Diversify Whitewater is back this year on June 29! This is the fifth annual Community River Float on the Cache la Poudre River. The event is sold out, but volunteers are welcome if you’d like to serve as a raft/inflatable kayak guide, safety boater, photographer, or as on-shore support.
Independence Day Community Celebration on Thursday, July 4
The July 4 holiday is a full day of family-friendly activities. View the schedule and make plans to attend.
Share your favorite Faces and Places of Fort Collins, July 27-August 22
The City of Fort Collins Cultural Services Department invites the Fort Collins creative community to submit their artwork to be included in the opening art gallery exhibit at the newly renovated Center for Creativity at 200 Mathews St.
Read the guidelines and how to participate.
Community Celebration: July 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
First Friday Reception: August 2, 6 – 9 p.m.
Exhibit Hours: Wednesday–Sunday, 12 – 6 p.m.
Community Members Post Events on Facebook Group and Page
Community members are posting information on the Diverse Fort Collins Events Facebook group about news and events in Fort Collins and surrounding communities related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Share information about your event today!
We’re also posting about local happenings on the Diverse Fort Collins Facebook page and Diverse FoCo page.
DiverseFortCollins.com and DiverseFoCo.com
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