Santa Monica’s 15th annual Juneteenth Celebration adopts Flight After Freedom as their theme this year honoring representatives from the Tuskegee Airmen, the African- American veterans who fought and flew so courageously in World War II. Throughout the day, multi-cultural music and dance performances, gospel, jazz and blues, comedy, storytelling, martial arts and boxing demonstrations, a children’s court with face painting, game booths and activities, and an “open mic” talent showcase will make Virginia Avenue Park a place of celebration and joy. Sample the delicious food and shop for extraordinary gifts while you mark this day of freedom.
Originally published in the Santa Monica Daily Press print edition on June 14, 2007. Read the original PDF.