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May 19th, 2009
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
MONDAY, MAY 18Th, 2009CONTACT:
LESLIE FOUNTAIN (909) 621-9707
L.FOUNTAIN@JUNETEENTHAMERICA.US
POST OFFICE BOX 1356, ONTARIO, CA 91762POMONA JUNETEENTH JAZZ FESTIVAL BRINGS IN INDUSTRY ARTISTS
POMONA, CA - The 20th Annual Pomona Valley Juneteenth Family Jazz Festival is bringing in artists who have worked with the biggest names in the industry. From Miles Davis and Stevie Wonder to Euge Groove and Brian McKnight, these artists are masters at bringing in hits. The event will take place on Saturday, June 20th, 2009 at Ganesha Park, Pomona, the home of the Juneteenth National Freedom Day Enshrinement and host of the historical celebration. Food, music, vendors and special activities will be open to the public with free admission from 10:00AM to 6:00PM.
Artists Line-up includes Wayne Linsey (Keys), Sekou Bunch and The Next Level (Bassist), Marcus Coleman (Keys), Ron Powell & the IGABA Drum Ensemble (Percussions), Dr. James Benson & The Gow Dow Experience, and Special Guest Harold Land, Jr. This year’s music direction embraces the legacy of jazz as a part of Black Music Month and the ongoing efforts to educate the public about the significance of the Junetenth National Freedom Day, celebrated all across the country. Founder and Executive Director of Juneteenth America, Inc., John H. Thompson, Sr. comments, “As President of The National Association of Juneteenth Jazz Presenters (NAJJP), its a pleasure to present one of many featured jazz festivals around the country, that are a part of the Celebrate Juneteenth Jazz, African American jazz legacy preservation initiative during Black Music Month.”
Additional activities include the “IC GREEN WORKSHOP: Living Light & Tight on the Planet” presented by Prototypes, Black Infant Health, San Gabriel Valley Best Babies Collaborative and IC Green, from 9AM-10:30AM with a $5 Registration fee. Goody bags & gift cards worth a total of $50 will be given just for attending, with free roundtrip bus coupons available. The Black Porsche Club Car Show returns to the event, presenting their classic and custom Porsche collection.
More activities and participants to be announced. For more information regarding the Pomona Valley Family Juneteenth Jazz Festival including sponsorship, advertisement and vendor opportunities, contact (909) 621-9707, e-mail jai@juneteenthamerica.us or visit the organization’s website at www.juneteenthamerica.us.
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Juneteenth America, Inc. (JAI) is a non-profit 501(c) 3 organization with the objective to educate the public about the California Juneteenth National Freedom Day Observance, celebrated every third Saturday in June, and about the significance of “Juneteenth” June 19th, 1865 in American history. For more information about the organization, visit www.juneteenthamerica.us
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20th Annual Pomona Valley Family Juneteenth Jazz Festival
FEATURING
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Dr. James Benson & the Gow Down |
Special Guest: Harold Land, Jr. |
Just Added! Ron Powell & the IGABA Drum Ensemble |
See artists in performance...
Check it out!
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VISIT THE JUNETEENTH MARKETPLACE
Vendors: Download Your Application
BLACK PORSCHE CLUB CAR SHOW
Livin' Light and Tight on the Planet
A Workshop About Living Green…on a Budget
Get a FREE bag of green goodies plus a gift card worth a total of $50 just for attending.
FREE R/T RIDE COUPONS available w/ paid registration.
Saturday, June 20, 2009 from 9AM to 10:30AM
at the Pomona Valley Juneteenth Celebration
Ganesha Park Community Center
1575 N. White Avenue
Pomona, CA 91767
(Just north of the 10 fwy @ White Ave exit and south of McKinley Avenue on the west side of the street)
Registration is $5
Click here to register and get more information!
Juneteenth National Freedom Day Observance & Black Music Month Exhibit
at the Pomona Public Library
June 1st- June 3oth
625 S. Garey Ave.
Pomona, CA 91766
Library Hours for the Month of June: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
See the Holiday Observance Bill signed by former Governor Gray Davis in 2002, Proclamation from Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger acknowledging the Juneteenth National Freedom Day Observance and a historical display in honor of the holiday and history of Black Music Month.
More Activities & Participants to Be Posted as Confirmed!
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Join Us as a Sponsor, Community Partner or Media Sponsor for this Special Event!
2009 Sponsors & Community Partners
HOST
SPONSORS
Community & Media Partners
SBS Rentals | Black Infant Health | Da'Mood Salon
Click here for Sponsorship Information
Contact us today about your participation with this special event!
Call (909) 621-9707 or e-mail jai@juneteenthamerica.us
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Vendors! Join the Juneteenth Marketplace in 3 Steps:
1) Fill Out Vendor Application
PVF Juneteenth Jazz Festival Vendor Application 2009
IF THE APPLICATION LINKS ABOVE DOES NOT WORK,
PLEASE CLICK BELOW FOR THE .PDF DOWNLOAD.
Download PDF of Vendor Application
Having trouble with the application on our site? Request one be mailed, e-mailed or faxed to you by giving us a call at (909) 621-9707 or e-mail your information to jai@juneteenthamerica.us
2) Purchase Your Booth Here!
Prices Currently Reflect Special DiscountUntil May 29th, 2009!3) Submit your application & payment to:
Mail:
Juneteenth America, Inc.
ATTN: Vendor Coordinator
P.O. Box 1356
Ontario, CA 91762E-mail: jai@juneteenthamerica.us or Fax: (909) 621-9707
Enhance your visibility! Purchase an advertisement in our Souviner Booklet.
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Map - Ganesha Park, 1575 N. White Avenue, Pomona, CA
Shuttle & Parking Accomodations:
Parking at Ganesha Park is Limited and Residential Area Parking is Restricted!
Take the Juneteenth Parking Shuttle!Juneteenth Parking Shuttle is FREE & Security Guarded All Day!
Serving Park & Ride Lot at Fairplex - 1810 Gillette Road, Pomona, CA
What NOT to Bring:
NO Alcohol, NO Glass Bottles, NO Pets, NO Tents
Recommended:
Blankets, Low Back Chairs, Small Coolers OK
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For More Information About the Event:
Phone (909) 621-9707 | E-mail jai@juneteenthamerica.us
