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FLORIDA SENTINEL
This Juneteenth We Honor And Celebrate Fathers
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FRIDAY, JUNE 17, 2022
Father. Dad. Daddy. Papa. Pop. There are many different words we use to define one of the most important men in our lives. More than the disciplinarian. More than the one that wore hats and ties. More than “the fixer.” Along with mom, he’s the one who taught you so many invaluable lessons.
Black men, we celebrate you. Not just on Father’s Day, but every day. Here’s some of the things the precious men in our lives have taught us:
In 1863, during the American Civil War, President Abraham Lin- coln issued the Emancipation Proclamation, which declared more than three million slaves living in the Confederate states to be free. More than two years would pass, however, before the news reached African Amer- icans living in Texas. It was not until Union soldiers arrived in Galve- ston, Texas, on June 19, 1865, that the state’s residents finally learned that slavery had been abolished. The former slaves immediately began to celebrate with prayer, feasting, song, and dance.
Also called Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, Jubilee Day, Black In- dependence Day, and Juneteenth Independence Day, the day was made a federal holiday in 2021 by President Joe Biden.
LOCAL JUNETEENTH EVENTS
1. Never forget the beauty of being a kid.
Things like working and sav- ing money are essential and important things, but so is keeping a tight hold on your sense of fun. Even as you age, remember to not take yourself too seriously, and never lose the ability to just let go and be silly sometimes.
2. Always put something away for a rainy day.
Save, save, save. Don’t just spend everything. There will come a time when you will be thankful that you did.
3. Have fun, go out...but not every night.
Going out with friends and having fun is great. But don’t be that guy/girl that’s out every single night. You’ll save money, people will have a bet- ter opinion of you, and when you do go out, those times will feel more special and you’re more likely to have more fun.
4. Having God on your team means you have the greatest teammate.
No matter how tough life gets, having a relationship with God can help move mountains.
5. Procrastination is a thief of time.
Why put it off tomorrow? That is, unless you happen to have a time machine.4. Having God on your team means you
have the greatest teammate. No matter how tough life gets, having a relationship with God can help move mountains.
6. It’s never too late to do what you want to do.
Always try your very best to follow your heart and your dreams. Maybe it’ll hit you later in life what you really want to do. There’s nothing wrong with this. Just make sure you go for it.
7. Be there for your children.
Of all the things that kids re- member the most about their fathers, things like money and fancy gifts aren’t generally at the top of the list. More valu- able to them are those times Dad took them to the park, taught them something new, or simply took the time to spend some time with them.
8. Education is key.
You cannot put a price tag on a good education. Don’t settle for anything less than this. It’s something that no one can ever take away from you.
9.There is great value in a hard day’s work.
Many children remember their fathers getting up early, working 6 days a week, always taking great pride in making a living. Years later, these are the children that rarely complain when they’re at work...because they remember that Dad al- ways worked harder.
10.Try. Try. Try.
It’s not always easy, but don’t give up doing the things you love to do. As long as you’re not hurting anyone, fol- low your heart and take pride in doing the things that bring you joy.
11. Give and it shall be given.
You need to be resourceful, and one of the most valuable resources are people. Reward- ing people what they’re worth is key.
12.Handle your business, no excuses, no explanations.
Being a truly great human being can mean many things, but having excuses is not one of them. Always be responsi- ble.
13. Be yourself.
It’s up to you to define who you are. Don’t let anyone tell you what specific things you can or can’t do because you’re a man or a woman.
JUNE 17, 2022
City of Tampa Juneteenth Flag Raising
Friday June 17, 2022, at 10:30 a.m.
Old City Hall, 315 W. Kennedy
JUNE 18,2022
Mayor Jane Castor Sundress and Seersucker: Juneteenth Celebration
June 18, 2022,
from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Beulah Baptist Institutional Church, 1006 W. Cypress St., Tampa.
Ice Cream social with an auction of artwork by African American artists.
$10 for general admission
$5 members
Tampa’s Best and The Coach Foundation June 18, 2022, from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Charles Davis Conference Center, 1002 MLK Blvd. 10th Annual Celebration
Tampa Bay Juneteenth Cultural Festival June 18, 2022, from
3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Raymond James Stadium, 4201 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa
DJs, dancing, food trucks, retail shopping, a food drive, toy drive, job fair, free health clinic and community activities.
$10
Call 609-359-0529
for more information.
Film Tampa Bay: Juneteenth Salute June 18, 2022, 3 p.m.
Tampa Theatre, 711
N. Franklin St., Tampa Celebrate the Juneteenth holiday
weekend with a screening of “Paper Line,” a locally produced live-action short film about a se- cret fraternity of Black martial artists at a prestigious HBCU in Florida.
Free
JUNE 19, 2022
Juneteenth Cultural Celebration
June 19, 2022, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tampa Museum of Art,
120 Gasparilla Plaza “Freedom Day” with free admis- sion, art-making activities, live music, performances, family por- traits and food trucks.
Free
Arts Legacy: Remix Juneteenth Commemoration
June 19, 2022,
7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Riverwalk Stage, Straz Center Free
Special Father’s Day Service/Juneteenth
June 19, 2022, 11:30 a.m. Christ of Cavalry Community Church 1934 W. Main Street, Tampa, 33607
Free
Juneteenth: Our Independence Day Celebration
June 19, 2022,
5:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. Mofongo Steakhouse Seafood Bar and Grill, 8199 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. This celebra- tion features guest speakers, po- etry readings, Black history games and
activities, food, drinks, fireworks and more.
$25
JUNE 25, 2022
Paint N Black: Juneteenth
June 25, 2022,
7:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. Creative Lounge, 13211
N. Nebraska Ave., Tampa. 813-501-2960.
Month: Six poets and six visual artists collaborate on an all-Black experience with music by DJ Solo, vendors, drinks and
an open mic.
Black attire required.
$5 to $10.