Commemorates African American Emancipation Day, the day that emancipation was finally recognized throughout the states, when federal troops arrived in Galveston, TX, the most remote of the states where slavery had been legal and announced the Emancipation Proclamation and enforced it. There will be free food and information at this event.
Music, entertainment, and information. Free food & beverages while supplies last.
Protestors will gather at Chelmsford Center to hear the history of Juneteenth, the purpose of the march and be reminded of safety information before departing. A limited number of signs will be available for those unable to make their own (we encourage you to make one!). The march will proceed from Chelmsford Center along theContinue reading →
Presentations Spoken Word Community Conversations Open Mic Event is being held at Doherty Field, behind the Cormier Youth Center Questions? mvbbvoices@gmail.com
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City Hall is closed to the public. Watch the meeting on LTC Channel 99 or Livestream. Members wishing to speak regarding a specific agenda item shall register to speak in advance by sending an email to the City Clerk indicating the agenda item and a phone number to call so that they may be conferencedContinue reading →
Mayor John Leahy, City Manager Eileen Donoghue and Superintendent of Police Kelly Richardson invite members of the Lowell community to share their perspectives, stories and experiences on race and human rights in the City of Lowell in a listening session moderated by George Procope. Individuals and groups of no more than 2 must register inContinue reading →
On Tuesday, July 14, 2020, the City Council will vote on a motion to declare racism a public health crisis in the City of Lowell. There is an alternate motion that commits to no actual change in business as usual. Join the DE:I Consortium at 4:30pm to hear community members call on the city ofContinue reading →