@millicent_ansah24 Millicent Ansah and the West Bergen Branch Library present:
Poetic Pages: Where Black Poets Speak -Juneteenth 2026 Edition 📖🖤 @jclibrarynj
Juneteenth is approaching, a time of reflection, remembrance, and recognition of a defining moment in American history. It invites us to honor the resilience, brilliance, and enduring spirit of Black people across generations. ✊🏾
On June 19th, 1865, in Galveston, enslaved Black people were finally informed of their freedom, more than two years after the Emancipation Proclamation. What we now celebrate as Juneteenth is both a celebration of liberation and a reminder of delayed justice, perseverance, and the continued fight for equity.
And what better way to honor that legacy than through Black storytelling, living stories, shared histories, and gathering in community through Black artistry.
Poetic Pages: Where Black Poets Speak is a special tier of Mocha Mic with Millie that uplifts Black poets, preserves their voices, and creates space for connection and reflection. @mochamicwithmillie
This Juneteenth edition features three dynamic poets sharing their journeys, creative processes, and the depth of Black expression through their work.
✨ Featured Poets
Lady Syren (Vee Allen) - Bold, unapologetic poet and author of Crowned in Melanin. 🔥@ladysyren
Elliott Fant -Newark-born poet, educator, and mentor blending poetry and activism. 📚 @p_o_m_e
Kierstin Tonic (Lady Renaissance) -Writer and founder of Lyrics To Go, exploring identity and resilience. ✍🏾 @ladyrenaiddance21
📍 Event Details
📅 Thursday, June 4, 2026
⏰ 4:30–7:00 PM
📍 West Bergen Branch Library | 546 West Side Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07304
🎟️ Free Admission | Walk-ins welcome
🎤 Limited Open Mic | First Come, First Served
📚 Books available for purchase
🥂 Light bites & refreshments served
📸 Expressions by MowZus
🎥 JPI Films @nakeiaisthename
Join us as we highlight Black published poets, celebrate their artistry, and continue building an archive of our stories, voices, and legacy. Together, we create space to be heard, remembered, and carried forward. ✨🖤
THEME: Where Black Poets Speak
HOST: Millicent Ansah
FEATURES: Lady Syren, Elliot Fant, Lady Renissance
PRICE: Free Admission | Walk-ins welcome / RSVP - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/poetic-pages-where-black-poets-speak-6426-tickets-1988527846318
CONTACT: @millicent_ansah24 @mochamicwithmillie
