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- Aug 22

Get ready for BLK JOY Fest – a celebration of Black culture and community returns to Orlando

On August 24, BLK JOY Fest takes place at Lake Lorna Doone Park with a celebration of Black culture and community!

Exciting News! The 4th Annual BLK JOY Fest returns to Orlando on August 24.

Taking place at Lake Lorna Doone Park, BLK JOY Fest is a day filled with vibrant energy, celebration, and empowerment, an annual celebration organized by the Black Health Commission that brings together over 700 people from all walks of life to celebrate their collective strength, resilience, and unity.

Discover Community Resources:

BLK JOY Fest features a diverse range of community resources and services that cater to various aspects of well-being - physical, mental, and social. From healthcare clinics providing free health check-ups and screenings to financial advisors offering expert guidance.

Music, Dance, and Cultural Delights:

Get ready to groove to the beats of amazing local artists, witness breathtaking dance performances, and indulge in mouthwatering food.

Community Unity:

BLK JOY Fest is a testament to the power of coming together. It's a day of unity, love, and mutual support. Connect with old friends and make new ones as we build a stronger, healthier, and happier community, together!

August is a month of significant historical events that shaped the Black experience, making it the perfect time for the BLK Joy Festival.

Black August began in the 1970s to honor George Jackson, a revolutionary and member of the Black Panther Party, who was killed on August 21, 1971.

This month highlights the struggle for Black liberation and resistance against oppression.

Other Key Historical Events in Black August:

1. Nat Turner’s Rebellion (August 21, 1831)

2. The Haitian Revolution (August 22, 1791)

3. Formation of the Underground Railroad (August 1843)

4. Emancipation of Slavery in the Caribbean (August 1, 1834)

5. Birth of Marcus Garvey (August 17, 1887)

6. Watts Uprising (August 11-16, 1965)

7. March on Washington (August 28, 1963)

The BLK Joy Festival is a celebration of heritage, victories, and unyielding spirit of joy and community.

For more information: https://www.blackhealthcommission.com/upcoming-events.

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