Taraji P. Henson to Headline Juneteenth Celebration
Award-winning Actress & Mental Health Advocate Taraji P. Henson to Headline Juneteenth Celebration at Westfield Culver City
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CULVER CITY, CA – Westfield Culver City, in association with Malik Books, is pleased to announce Juneteenth Celebration: Honoring Freedom & Unity. The event will feature award-winning actress and mental health advocate Taraji P. Henson. It will occur on Saturday, June 22, 2024, from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm at Westfield Culver City, 6000 Sepulveda Blvd.
“We are so pleased to partner with Malik Books to host an inspiring Juneteenth celebration. We look forward to welcoming the local community at Westfield Culver City for a blend of entertainment and educational experiences suitable for all age groups,” says Amir-Reza Zad, General Manager of Westfield Culver City.
Commencing at 1:00 pm, an enthralling performance by African Drummers will mark the initiation of an extraordinary event. This will be succeeded by a compelling panel discussion at 2:00 pm in collaboration with The Sibley Firm. Esteemed CNN Legal Analyst Areva Martin will moderate the panel. It will showcase the distinguished Culver City Mayor Yasmine-Imani McMorrin, insightful Mental Health Expert Wendell James, and other esteemed guests.
The NAACP Customer Service Learning Center of Westfield Culver City will be present to facilitate voter registration. At the same time, the American Red Cross, represented by Ingrid Green, will provide information on the sickle cell initiative and promote the upcoming blood drive scheduled for July 30.
LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics will host a bath bomb-making activity for guests, and various children’s activities will be scheduled throughout the day. Shake Shack will offer product samples at their location as well.
“We are thrilled to host this incredible event that celebrates the rich history of Juneteenth while promoting unity within our community,” said Mailk & April Muhammad, owners of Malik Books.
