FORT WORTH, Texas — Tarrant County College will host events June 17-18, on five campuses to celebrate the holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States.
All TCC campuses and offices will be closed June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. Normal business hours will resume Thursday, June 20, at 7:30 a.m.
Juneteenth Northeast: A Celebration of Arts and Letters
TCC Northeast and the North Central Texas Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. host an evening of entertainment, history, culture and art, with scholarships awarded to TCC students.
All are welcome. RSVP by Sunday, June 16.
Tuesday, June 18, 5:15 p.m.
NSTU Northeast Student Center, 1615 – Center Corner
828 W. Harwood Road, Hurst, TX 76054
TCC Northwest Juneteenth Celebration
TCC Northwest remembers the history of Juneteenth with dance, food and giveaways. Members of the African American Student Organization will be available to share opportunities for campus involvement.
All are welcome.
Tuesday, June 18, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
4801 Marine Creek Parkway, Fort Worth, TX 76179
TCC South Juneteenth Picnic
Life Styles and Community Learning hosts a celebration of Juneteenth with great music, food, games and many giveaways.
Monday, June 17, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
TCC South, SSTU Student Center, 1114 (cafeteria)
5301 Campus Drive, Fort Worth, TX 76119
TCC Southeast Juneteenth Celebration
Starting at 11:30 a.m., TCC Southeast commemorates history and celebrates progress with an afternoon of joy, culture and community. Honor freedom, resilience and unity with music, food and games.
Tuesday, June 18, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
TCC Southeast, SE07 Pavilion
2100 Southeast Parkway, Arlington, TX 76018
Juneteenth Festival at TCC Trinity River
TCC Trinity River librarian Mandrell Bufford will share insights on the rich history of Juneteenth. Attendees can participate in flag-, sign- and bracelet-making activities and connect with local organizations. Refreshments and materials will be provided.
Tuesday, June 18, 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
TRTR Trinity River Campus, Riverfront Café, Main Street
300 Trinity Campus Circle, Fort Worth, TX 76102
Tarrant County College is one of the nation’s largest higher education institutions and boasts the second lowest tuition of Texas’ Top 10 community colleges. A comprehensive two-year college with six campuses in Tarrant County and online classes, TCC offers a range of opportunities for learners of all ages and backgrounds, including Associate of Arts and Associate of Applied Science degrees; workforce and economic development programs; technical and skilled trades programs; and customized training for area businesses and corporations.