Juneteenth Celebration in Rockdale County: Empowering Youth Through Arts and Sports

In a recent interview on The Rashad Richey Morning Show , Renowned Playwriter/Producer/Educator Dr. Aduke Aremu and Music Icon, Cynnamyn Robinson announced an upcoming Juneteenth celebration in Rockdale County aimed at empowering youth through arts and sports. Scheduled for June 22nd at the Johnson Park Recreation Center in Conyers, Georgia, this event marks a significant initiative in the region.

Dr. Aduke highlighted that the event is one of the first of its kind in Georgia. It will feature workshops in music, dance, drama, and art led by celebrity instructors, including figures like Cynnamyn Robinson, a veteran performer and vocal coach known for her work with numerous stars.

The initiative aims to bridge the gap between arts and sports, with support from notable personalities such as Grady Jarrett ( Atlanta Falcons ) and Anthony Smith ( Pittsburgh Steelers ). The event expects participation from over 200 young individuals, offering them a unique opportunity to learn from industry professionals and engage in creative disciplines.

Local officials of Rockdale County, including Chairman Osborn (Oz) Nesbitt and Parks and Recreation Director J ason Redmond , have endorsed the event, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity and discipline among the youth. Dr. Aduke spoke on the broader impact of arts education, noting its role in developing critical life skills regardless of future career paths.

The Juneteenth celebration in Rockdale County promises to be an enriching experience, combining artistic exploration with mentorship and community support.

Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.

The intelligent and fearless television news anchor for the opinion news show, 'Indisputable with Dr. Rashad Richey’ on the TYT Network, which was named 'fastest growing TV news show in America', and Political Commentator for The People's Station V-103 FM, America's largest urban station, also serves as President of Rolling Out, the largest free-print urban publication in the country. This multimedia powerhouse with over 3-million combined subscribers/followers on Facebook Watch, YouTube, Podcasts, and Twitch combined, is a noted multidisciplinary academic scholar and university professor/lecturer and an Emmy-nominated television Political Analyst for CBS News Atlanta.

Believing in the power of knowledge and education, Dr. Richey holds several advanced degrees, making him one of the most academically credentialed individuals in American history according to America News Now. Completing doctoral research studies in federal policy reform from Clark Atlanta University, Dr. Richey also holds a PhD from the Business University of Costa Rica where his research and doctoral dissertation highlighted the nuances and intersectionality of politics, policy and religion.

Being a student of leadership, Dr. Richey completed studies in Executive Leadership at Cornell University and was accepted into a specialty executive law program at Harvard University in International Finance: Policy, Regulation, and Transactions. Understanding the connectivity of culture and science, Dr. Richey earned his Master of Science in Neuroscience from the University of Pacific, where his master’s thesis researched cognitive functionalities of brain entrainment. Dr. Richey also completed a Master of Science in Applied Physics and Quantum Mechanics from Universidad Empresarial, his master’s thesis was adapted into a book titled, ‘Ancient Egyptian Mastery of Quantum Physics, Vibratory Frequency, and Geometric Sciences: An Overview of Complex Scientific Applications in Ancient Cultures’, which quickly became the #1 Physics, #1 Science, #1 History, and #1 Egyptian Genre book on the Amazon platform.

Recently, Dr. Richey completed his Juris Doctor (law degree) from Renaissance University after transferring from Birmingham School of Law, where he attended for 2 years. He accepted the position as Director of Global Legal Operations for the multinational law firm, The International Law Group of Human & Civil Rights Attorneys P.C., also known as The Fairness Firm, with offices in the USA, Canada, France, Spain, and Cape Town Africa.

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