YMCA of Delaware to Celebrate Juneteenth Statewide
DELAWARE – The YMCA of Delaware is inviting families to all of their locations for various free programming in honor of Juneteenth.
On Friday, Jun. 19, all YMCA locations will be open to the public at no cost (excluding outdoor pools) with special activities and events planned.
“We celebrate this powerful moment in our nation’s history and honor the enslaved individuals who endured unimaginable hardship,” the YMCA of Delaware said. “As we reflect, we also encourage our neighbors to join us in taking social responsibility in our communities. Together, we can be the change and create a brighter future for ourselves, our youth, and one another.”
Check out what events are happening at a YMCA near you!
New Castle County
- Walnut Street YMCA: Juneteenth Block Party on Saturday Jun. 20, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Central YMCA: Self-Guided Gym Games on Friday, Jun. 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
- Bear-Glasgow Family YMCA: Outdoor Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, Jun. 19, from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Middletown Family YMCA: Hip Hop Fitness on Friday, Jun. 19, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
- Brandywine YMCA: Juneteenth Zumba & Other Activities on Friday, Jun. 19, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
- Western Family YMCA: Hip Hop Dance Glow on Friday, Jun. 19, from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Kent County
- Dover YMCA: Black-Owned Business Vendors & Community Partners on Friday, Jun. 19, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sussex County
- Sussex Family YMCA: Books by Black Authors on Friday, Jun. 19, running all day
