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The 3rd annual Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival is a celebration of freedom and empowerment, showcasing the contributions and achievements of African Americans in the Lowcountry.

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The 3rd annual Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival is a celebration of freedom and empowerment, showcasing the contributions and achievements of African Americans in the Lowcountry.

Join us in celebrating the rich heritage and cultural significance of Juneteenth, a holiday marking the end of slavery in the United States.

From music, food, and culture to educational programs and community events, the Lowcountry Juneteenth Week offers something for everyone. Join us as we honor the legacy of those who fought for freedom and justice and celebrate the bright future of the African American and Gullah community.

This year’s festival will continue the tradition and will feature a variety of curated events, activities and more. Mark your calendars and join us for a week of celebration, education, and empowerment. We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival!

Goodie Mob

Goodie Mob was formed in 1991 by Cameron “Big Gipp” Gipp, Willie “Khujo” Knighton Jr., CeeLo Green (born Thomas Callaway), and Robert “T-Mo” Barnett in Atlanta, Georgia. In 1995, Goodie Mob released their debut album, Soul Food, which was critically acclaimed and certified Gold.
The album aired social and political issues such as racism, discrimination, geopolitics, and gentrification. Their debut single “Cell Therapy” reached number 39 on the Billboard Hot 100 and also topped the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart. Goodie Mob is part of the hip hop/R&B musical collective, Dungeon Family, also based in Atlanta.

E.U.

Experience Unlimited (also known as simply E.U.) is a Washington, D.C.-based go-go/funk band that enjoyed its height of popularity in the 1980s and early 1990s.[2] Fronted by lead singer/bassist Gregory “Sugar Bear” Elliot, the group has had a fluctuating membership over the years, but they have maintained a fairly loyal following.

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THE 2023 HONOREES

We are proud to announce the 2023 LJW Honors: “Legacy” Award Recipients

Congratulations to Mr. Lonnie Hamilton III and Judge Arthur McFarland!!!

Both Mr. Lonnie Hamilton III and Judge Arthur McFarland embody the spirit of Juneteenth, a holiday that commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. They have shown a deep commitment to the principles of freedom, equality, and justice for all, and we are proud to honor them at the 3rd Annual LJW Honors Luncheon.

Lonnie Hamilton

Lonnie Hamilton (born 1927) was a musician, educator, and community leader. Notably, Hamilton was the first African American to serve on the Charleston County Council.

Arthur C. McFarland

Judge Arthur C. McFarland is a native of Charleston’s Eastside community. He is the seventh of child of the late Thomasina Jenkins McFarland and Joe McFarland. His mother encouraged all her children to become community activists like herand his oldest brother Joe McFarland.

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The Hanahan Amphitheater is located at 3100 Mabeline Rd Hanahan, SC 29410
The Amphitheater is located behind Trident Tech on Rivers Ave. Once you see
the baseball field, follow the signs to the beautiful waterfront property.

The Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival will take place rain or shine. There will be
no refunds

Yes, for an additional $60 fee you can bring 1 regular size cooler filled with your beverages. The cooler will need to be able to close. NO OUTSIDE FOOD ALLOWED

Chairs, tents, blankets, sun hats, sun protection

no weapons
no outside food

June 3rd will be a Community & Education Day at the old R.D. Schroder Middle School located at 7224 Hwy 162 Hollywood SC 29449. There will be food, fun, and a live concert.

June 10th will be the Kids Sneaker Fest at the Gathering Center 1520 Remount Rd N. Chas, SC 29406 from 2p-6p. There will be music, a fashion show, face painting, Tik Tok Dance & Glo and more.

You can enter the “Keys to the Jeep”: Jeep Wrangler Giveaway a number of ways!
1. Fill out the registration form here (place link to form)
2. Tune in and listen to 1 of our radio partners for more information to enter.
3. Attend the Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival on Friday June 16th for a chance to qualify in our last chance drawings.

You can find details and pics of the Jeep Wrangler here

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Lonnie Hamilton

Lonnie Hamilton (born 1927) was a musician, educator, and community leader. Notably, Hamilton was the first African American to serve on the Charleston County Council.

Lonnie Hamilton, III was born to Anna Hall Hamilton and Lonnie Hamilton, Jr. in Charleston, South Carolina. His musical career began in the 1940s as a student at Burke High School. During this time, he began playing the saxophone and was eventually invited to play with the Jenkins’ Orphanage Band. Before graduating high school, Hamilton traveled for two summers with this influential band.

Hamilton received a music scholarship to attend South Carolina State College in Orangeburg and continued to play the saxophone throughout his college career; after which he held the position of Band Instructor in Union, South Carolina, and then at Bonds-Wilson High School. He taught over 3,000 students during his 20 years as an educator. As a musician, Hamilton was a member of various bands, including Lonnie Hamilton the Diplomats, and appeared for performances on numerous occasions during the Lonnie Hamilton Show, at his nightclub Lonnie’s, and elsewhere.

In 1970, Hamilton became the first elected African American to serve on the Charleston County Council. He continued to serve in this position until his loss in 1994. He was twice elected to serve as Chairman of Charleston County Council, also making him the first African American to occupy the position.

In 1978, Hamilton was inducted to the Burke Hall of Fame. Other recognition includes the naming of the interchange of Interstate 26 and Interstate 526 in his honor. In 2003, former students of Bonds-Wilson High School joined together to form the charitable Lonnie Hamilton, III Foundation, which focuses on educational achievement.

Hamilton served on various committees and organizations, including Spoleto Festival, U.S.A, the American Cancer Association and the United Negro College Fund. Hamilton was also a member of the South Carolina Association of Counties (SCAC). In 1982 he became the first African American president of SCAC. He is a member of Cavalry Episcopal Church.

Hamilton has been married to Clarissa Hill Hamilton since 1956. They have one daughter, Kendra.

To read the full article from Avery Reserach Center for African American History & Culture Click here. (here’s the link https://avery.cofc.edu/archives/Hamilton_Lonnie.html )

Arthur C. McFarland

Judge Arthur C. McFarland is a native of Charleston’s Eastside community. He is
the seventh of child of the late Thomasina Jenkins McFarland and Joe McFarland.
His mother encouraged all her children to become community activists like her
and his oldest brother Joe McFarland. He attended Immaculate Conception grade and high school. As a teenager, he participated in the 1963 civil rights sit-ins and demonstrations in Charleston and attended the March on Washington. In 1964, he was one of nine African American students to desegregate Bishop England High School. Upon graduation from Bishop England, he entered the University of Notre Dame where he received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Government. At Notre Dame, he became the first president of the Afro-American Society. In 1973, he received his Juris Doctor Degree from the University of Virginia Law School. Following graduation from Virginia, he worked as an Earl Warren Fellow with the NAACP Legal Defense Fund in New York receiving training in civil rights litigation. In 1974, he opened his law practice in Charleston. He is admitted to practice before the State, Federal and U.S.
Supreme Courts. In 1976, Judge McFarland was appointed Associate Judge of the Charleston Municipal Court. In 1978, he was appointed Chief Municipal Judge and held that post until his retirement in 2009. During the past 46 years, he has been a practicing attorney in Charleston handling school desegregation and employment rights as well as heirs’ property and other civil cases.

In addition to his professional work, Judge McFarland has held positions in numerous local and national organizations. Judge McFarland is listed in the Who’s Who in Black America. He has been featured in the Congressional Record and Ebony and has been referenced in numerous articles and books. He has appeared on ABC’s Nightline, South Carolina ETV and numerous radio and television programs, locally and in other States. He has been a frequent speaker at churches, schools, legal and civic gatherings. He has received numerous awards and honors for his
community service, locally and nationally. In 2007, he was inducted into the South Carolina Black Hall of Fame.

Judge McFarland is married to Dr. Elise Davis-McFarland. They have two children, Kira J. McFarland and William J. McFarland and two grandchildren, William J. McFarland, Jr. and Lara Elise McFarland. He is an active member of St. Patrick Catholic Church.

Check out the interview with Raising the Volume with Charleton Singleton here. (Here’s the link https://youtu.be/SFuLXperYGI )

Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Vending Application

Friday, June 16th & Saturday June 17th, 2023

Hanahan Amphitheater

3100 Mabeline Rd

North Charleston, SC 29410

Set up: 12 noon to 4pm

Please complete the following application.

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Become a Sponsor

Align your brand with one of the fastest growing Juneteenth festivals in the South! Choose from one of our many options or speak to a representative to customize an activation specific to your needs. Lowcountry Juneteenth Week has been in many publications and was featured in Forbes Magazine as 1 of the premier Juneteenth celebrations to attend. We look forward to celebrating with you!

For more information contact Latisha Manigault at 843.906.1411 or
LowcountryJuneteenthWeek@gmail.com

H.S. Seniors $1000 Essay Contest

Smith Family 1 Inc. Award Program

This year, Smith Family 1 Inc will introduce “The Smith” an Educational Award Program that will give achieving scholars, a $1,000.00 stipend toward the pursuit of higher learning.

“The Smith” award will be given for books and other materials that aid in their process. In tribute to one of our Juneteenth Honoree’s, the winner will produce an award-winning essay honoring the late Judge Richard Fields from Charleston, SC.

In order to participate and receive funding all candidates must submit a typed essay and submit before Sunday May 14th, 2023 at 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time.


Qualifications for entry include:
*You must be enrolled as a 2023 High School Senior.
*You must live in the greater Charleston, South Carolina area
*NO more than 2000 words.

Please submit your essay: Monday April 17th – Sunday May 14th, 2023 at 11:59pm
May the best essay win!

Keys to the Jeep

Enter to win “Keys to the Jeep” from Lowcountry Juneteenth Week & ECRS Auto Sales

Friday, June 16 | Hanahan Amphitheater

Lowcountry Juneteenth Week just got BIGGER!!! This year’s celebration includes an opportunity for you to win a Jeep Wrangler courtesy of ECRS Auto Sales!!!

Join us Friday, June 16 at the Hanahan Amphitheater for your chance to be the “Keys to the Jeep: Jeep Wrangler” grand prize winner!! Stay connected to learn more about the Lowcountry Juneteenth Week Festival and enter to win a possible key that could unlock the Jeep! Qualifiers will be randomly drawn from contest entries and called to the stage at the Festival on Friday June 16th. The key that opens the lock wins!!! (Must be present to win)

Check out photos and details of the Jeep Wrangler here!

(Must be present to win, must have a valid SC driver’s license, contest entry info must match driver’s license)

Enter to win “Keys to the Jeep” here: