Juneteenth event highlights contributions of Black women

The River District Association will host the True North Speaker Series Celebration from 4 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at Thee Arc Family Life Center.

It will showcase businesses and organizations either led or driven by Black woman, Lashawn Farmer, the director of expansion and design for the association, told the Register & Bee.

Tables will be set up at 4 p.m. featuring vendors and displays. Then from 6 to 7 p.m., a speaker panel will feature “the remarkable ladies we’ve interviewed throughout the series,” she said.

The series that’ll soon begin his second season is an initiative from the River District Association to put the often overlooked Black women — the ones who work behind the scenes — into a spotlight for the community.

Interview sessions are recorded then broadcasted via Facebook.

“Following the panel, a small reception will provide an opportunity for networking and engaging with the speakers and we will announce season two,” Farmer told the Register & Bee.

In addition, an art exhibit at 628 North Main St. will spotlight artwork by Black woman from the region from the region.

“This exhibit offers a walkthrough experience, allowing attendees to admire and purchase the art,” Farmer said. “Furthermore, a dedicated room will be available for recording the stories of older Black females, capturing their experiences of life in Danville for a commemorative video.”

Registration is encouraged at https://bit.ly/RDATrueNorthRegistration.