EVENT LOOKBOOK Welcome to our 11th Anniversary Celebration & Parade
The Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation (MCJCF), a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization, the largest of its kind in the nation, now in our eleventh (11th) year, announces our weeklong line-up of Texas-Sized family related events and activities.
The foundation’s planned events and activities are set to occur beginning June 6th through the 15th with most events free and open to the general public. Thousands of attendees and participants are again expected to join in the citywide celebration of Juneteenth in Missouri City.
“Last year was our biggest and best celebration to date… we anticipate this year’s celebration will be even better,” boast’s Don Smith, MCJCF founder and current Missouri City, TX, City Councilman. “Our goal remains to bring positive attention to African – Americans while celebrating the Emancipation Proclamation.”
“Providing scholarships to deserving students is a high objective!” State representative ron Reynolds 2013 Honorary Chairman Event: MCJCF Kick-Off Reception Date: Thursday, June 6th Time: 6:00pm Until 8:00pm Venue: Quail Valley City Centre”| 2880 La Quinta Dr., Missouri City, TX 77459 281.403.5900 [ph]
Admission: Private | Invitation Only!
The VIP Kick-Off Reception is designed to officially kick-off our 11th year and thank our sponsors for their continuous support.
The reception will feature the robust, tantalizing flavors of Germany wines coupled with the culinary delicacies of Chef Ken Lewis.
Light remarks from supporters and board members to highlight the reception. Scholarship GOLF TOURNAMENT Event: MCJCF Scholarship Golf Tournament Date: Monday, June 10th Time: 8:00 am Registration | 9:00am Shotgun Start Venue: Quail Valley Golf Course | 2880 La Quinta Dr., Missouri City, TX 77459 281.403.5900 [ph]
Admission: $100 Individual | $400 Team
Not all of the “Juneteenth” action takes place on stage, join us for a fun and entertaining 18 holes of star- studded golf as we hold our Annual MCJCF “Scholarship” Golf Tournament which is open to all individuals and skill levels.
Numerous contests on the course will highlight this “FUNDRAISING” golf outing with fabulous goodie bags and a post-event awards luncheon.
With a vast selection of athletes and celebrities to join your team’s foursome in play in addition to direct “business-to-business” opportunities, this highly anticipated Golfing Classic will make its mark as one of the Juneteenth Celebration Weekend’s best happening. “Community” SERVICE AWARDS GALA Event: Community Service Awards Gala Date: Thursday, June 13th Time: 7:00pm Reception | 7:00pm Gala Venue: City Centre” - Quail Valley| 2880 La Quinta Dr.· Missouri City, Texas 77459 281.275.8400 [ph]
Admission: $100 Seat | $1,000 Table
For the past nine years, the Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation (MCJCF) has endeavored to bring positive attention to African-Americans in the Missouri City/Fort Bend area, while celebrating the Emancipation Proclamation.
One facet of our celebration is the Community Service Awards Gala. This event was initiated and established in 2006 to bring recognition to area community leaders. These leaders are citizens who exemplify conviction, purpose and enthusiasm as responsible citizens of this community. “Family Funday in the Park” FAMILY DAY IN THE PARK JUNETEENTH“One Mile of Smiles” PARADE Event: “One Mile of Smiles” Juneteenth Parade Date: Saturday, June 15th Time: 7:00pm Start Venue: Texas Parkway (FM 2234) | Missouri City, Texas
Admission: FREE | Open to the General Public
In our tenth (11th) year, the “One Mile of Smiles” Juneteenth Parade, will showcase the culture of the County’s residence and its impact on the community.
We would like for you to join with the nationally renowned Greater Fort Bend All Star Band, the Buffalo Soldiers Color Guards, the Phyllis Wheatley High School Band, the Houston Texans Cheerleaders, and various other corporate & civic groups, celebrities, dignitaries, and beautiful floats in celebration of The Emancipation Proclamation. Day I Day II Day III Day IV Day V Thurs., June 6th Mon., June 10th Thurs., June 13th Fri., June 14th Sat., June 15th
VIP Scholarship Golf Community Family Fun Day in “Miles of Smile Stakeholders Tournament Services Awards the Park Parade Reception Gala TX. Parkway (FM 2234) Quail Valley City Quail Valley Quail Valley Hunters Glen Park Centre’ Golf Club City Centre” Battle of the High School Bands Thurgood Marshall High School
Calendar of Events Participating Sponsors
www.MCJCF.com Celebrating 11 Years of bring positive attention to our community… The Missouri City Juneteenth Celebration Foundation