A Juneteenth Theatre Justice Project: 7 p.m. June 19. A Zoom live- streamed reading of a new Black Lives Matter-themed play, “Polar Bears, Black Boys & Prairie Fringed Orchids” by Vincent Terrell Durham. Event is a fundraiser for the Juneteenth Theatre Justice Project, which aids Black theater efforts across the country. A blend of wit, tragedy and humor, the play speaks to some of the most pressing subjects of our time – gentrification, white fragility, the Black Lives Matter movement, and police violence against Black bodies. Free, but donations welcome. https://playground-sf.org/Juneteenth.
Emancipation Proclamation: Bay Area stage actor and teacher Aldo Billingslea discusses and reads the document that is central the meaning of Juneteenth, part of a fundraising campaign for Black theater projects. Billingslea’s presentation is available on TheatreWorks Silicon Valley’s YouTube page; www.youtube.com/watch?v=yYxUfaX0XSo.
Black Space and Expression: 1-3 p.m. June 19, African American Art & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton St., San Francisco. An art exhibition and community event celebrating Black culture. Music, art, food and vendors. Free. www.eventbrite.com/e/juneteenth-2020
Defend Black Lives Event: 5 p.m. June 19, King Plaza, City Hall, 250 Hamilton Ave., Palo Alto. Members of the community share their experiences with the police department, school district, justice system, and fellow Palo Altans. Followed by march through downtown and demand justice. https://act.sixnineteen.com/event/action/86?source=map&akid=
Faith and Solidarity Bike Ride: 9:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m. June 19, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 1315 Lomitas Ave., Livermore. Ride throughout Livermore to promote physical, mental and spiritual health. www.eventbrite.com/e/faith-and-solidarity-bike-ride
Fallen Heroes, Rising Stars — A Juneteenth Celebration through Dance: 6-7:30 p.m. June 27, Facebook. All-stars of the dance world come together to celebrate dance, music and American history. Former soloists with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Martha Graham Company, to name a few, perform beautifully crafted pieces to honor the legacy of Bill Withers, James Brown, Bobby Womack, Nina Simone & Maya Angelou. Using dance and music to teach and celebrate African American history. www.facebook.com/GrownWomenDanceCollective
Freedom Day — Still Marching for Freedom: 3-5 p.m. June 19. Starting next to Santa Clara University, Safeway parking lot, (2605 The Alameda, Santa Clara) to San Jose State University Olympic Black Power Statue, San Jose. https://sf.funcheap.com/march-for-freedom/
HealingDaMaafa Juneteenth: 11 a.m. June 19, Lake Merritt, 568 Bellevue Drive, Oakland. Activities include speakers, paint/activities, games, music and performances, food, live DJ and more. Free. www.eventbrite.com/e/healingdamaafa
Juneteenth at the Lake: 1 p.m. June 19, meet at Alameda County Superior Courthouse, 1225 Fallon St., Oakland. March around Lake Merritt, ending at the amphitheater. There will be a lineup of performers, an open mic session, art and food. https://dothebay.com/events/2020/6/19/oakland-juneteenth-at-the-lake
Juneteenth Celebration: 5-8 p.m. Lake Merritt Columns, 599 El Embarcadero, Oakland. The Last Man in San Francisco actor, Jamal TruLove headlines a selection of black speakers, comedians, poets, musicians and historians. www.facebook.com/events/307153686956011/
Juneteenth Peace Walk: 11 a.m. June 19, starting at City Hall, H St., Antioch. Noon celebration at Thomas Gaines Land, 6th and A St. Live entertainment. https://dothebay.com/events/2020/6/19/antioch-juneteenth-peace-walk
March for Justice: 1 p.m. June 19, Tesla Factory, 45500 Fremont Blvd., Fremont. A peaceful protest against police brutality and a celebration of Black life. Wear masks, bring signs and wear black. https://www.facebook.com/
Oakland Museum of California’s 2020 Juneteenth Virtual Program: 5-7 p.m. June 19. Featuring DJ Nina Sol, storytime, dance class, live music and conversations with Johwell St-Cilien, Fresh “Lev” White and Kev Choice. The program will air on OMCA’s YouTube channel. www.youtube.com/watch?v=irsnUQysKJ0&feature=youtu.be
Pittsburg — March for Justice: 3 p.m. Buchanan Park to Pittsburg Marina. Peaceful march for solidarity. Brings masks and water. https://dothebay.com/events/2020/6/19/pittsburg-march-for-justice
S.F. Juneteenth Rally & March: 1-3 p.m. June 19, City Hall, San Francisco. Take action and attend the rally and march or watch the livestream from your home. www.eventbrite.com/e/sf-juneteenth-rally-march
The Unapologetic Juneteenth: 2-5 p.m. June 20, Mosswood Park, 3612 Webster St., Oakland. Live music, food, wellness, community healing. www.facebook.com/BBQnWhileBlack/
The Other Side of COVID — Juneteenth Celebration: 1-6 p.m. June 27, Mosswood Park, 3612 Webster St., Oakland. There will be vendors, local organization stalls, live art, performances from local artists, live speeches from Black leaders, African dance lessons, food, and more. www.eventbrite.com/e/the-other-side-of-covid-juneteenth-celebration
