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Juneteenth Celebration – Venue Update & Full Event Details
Date: Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Updated Location:
Calapooia Commons Cafeteria (Second Floor)
Linn Benton Community College, Albany Campus
6500 Pacific Blvd. SW, Albany, Oregon
A map of the Commons is available online
Please note: Due to expected weather conditions, the celebration has been moved indoors for the comfort and safety of all attendees
Event Highlights
• Line dancing with instruction
• Live music and dancing
• Free food and snacks
• Book giveaway
• Arts and crafts for kids and adults, including jewelry making and face painting
• Free parking
Keynote and Workshops
Keynote Speaker
Michael A. Johnson will speak on the main stage at 1:30 PM
Workshops at LBCC Equity Center (Forum 220):
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2:30 PM – Promising Student Success
A session for parents, caregivers, and community members -
3:30 PM – Advancing Student Success
A session for educators
Both sessions will be led by Michael A. Johnson
This event is presented by the NAACP Linn Benton Branch and sponsored in part by the Oregon Department of Education AABSS, Linn Benton Community College, Linn County Health Department, and Corvallis School District Foundation
We look forward to celebrating with you in community as we honor the legacy and meaning of Juneteenth