Join the Sunset Music & Education Foundation (SMEF) for Juneteenth: The Fight for Freedom at Oscar’s Downtown Palm Springs on June 19th, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. This free event will explore Juneteenth’s historical significance and its relevance today in the ongoing fight for racial equality and justice.

The evening features a dynamic panel with Marilyn Solomon, pioneering Black female producer; Tim Vincent, LGBTQ+ advocate; and Joy Silver, Riverside County DNC Chair, moderated by Dr. Imani Woody, elder advocate.

Hosted by Sweet Baby J’ai, the event will also include an interactive “Boots on the Ground” dance led by the Coachella Valley Sistahs Network, a soulful musical performance by Yve Evans & Friends with Richard Riley, and poetry and storytelling by Sweet Baby J’ai and Doris K. Reed.

Light appetizers and cocktails will be available for purchase, and the event is proudly sponsored by Oscar’s Downtown Palm Springs, The Mizell Center, and Brothers of the Desert. Seats are limited, so get your tickets now to this unforgettable evening that honors history, celebrates progress, and inspires action!