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June 15 - June 21
Abolition of Slavery. This amendment explicitly banned slavery and involuntary servitude in the United States, except for as punishment of a crime. This amendment also gave Congress the power to enforce the article through legislation.
Saturday, June 15:
Juneteenth Celebration - 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Vienna (450 Orchard St., NW) 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. - Classic Car Show at James H. Hayes/Bull Run Lodge #529 Elks Lodge: 250 Nutley St. NW. |
Monday, June 17:
From Idea to Law: How Everyday People Can Influence Change in Virginia - How YOU can become an effective advocate on important issues. The passage of the Liberty Amendments was the result of the courageous efforts of everyday citizens dedicated to making change. You, too, can become a changemaker in today’s society! 6:30-7:15 - Join Delegate Holly Seibold as she educates attendees on the life cycle of a bill - from inception to implementation - and the inner workings of influencing leaders, voicing concerns, and the efforts required to bring forth change in Virginia. 7:15-8:00 - Join panelists Michelle Alonso, Susan Stillman, and Irvin Varkonyi from the Vienna community for an interactive panel discussion, moderated by Delegate Holly Seibold, as they share their personal stories about how they were successful in influencing the state legislative process. Registration encouraged, register here. |
Tuesday, June 18:
Kids on the Green, Storytime and more! 10 a.m. at Vienna Town Green Storytime led by VPC Preschool, followed by a performance by Groovy Nate (kids music). |
Wednesday, June 19:
Juneteenth and Liberty Amendments Day observed. Town offices closed. |
13th Amendment Ongoing Events:
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Vienna Optimist's Farmers Market |
African American Historic Sites Tour of Vienna - A self-guided tour of contributions of Vienna’s African Americans from 1867 to 2006 compiled by longtime residents Sylvia Taylor and Gloria Runyon. Click here to plan and take the tour. Presented by Historic Vienna, Inc. |
Body Grace Fitness Class and 13th Amendment Event Monday, June 17, 9:30 a.m. at Vienna Woods at Vienna Woods Swim and Tennis Club Parking Lot. Free weekly fitness classes and events in honor of Liberty Amendments Month. |