Today is Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, a state holiday in 31 states (including Washington) that commemorates the abolition of slavery in Texas in 1865. The day is marked by celebrations throughout the country, and right here in King County. Below is a partial list of Juneteenth events taking place this weekend:

Adefua Juneteenth Community Dinner
Saturday, June 20, 2009 4-7 pm
Northwest African American Museum
2300 S. Massachusetts St., Seattle, WA 98144
This event will feature Balla Tounkara, Griot and…

Looking for a fashionable way to fight hunger? Think about attending the Community Project’s Fashion Kills Hunger fashion show and support Northwest Harvest. Northwest Harvest is a statewide hunger relief agency that supplies 18 million pounds of food each year to more than 300 food banks, hot meal programs and elementary schools across Washington. To purchase tickets to the show, click here or buy in person at The Industry or The Horseshoe Boutique.

June 18, 2009 | The Chapel…