June's Observations and Celebrations

Happy June! As we transition into the next month of 2022 we would like to acknowledge the celebrations and observances. 

Below is a list of celebrations and observances throughout June, as well as links to government or nonprofit websites that help provide more education on each topic.

Month-long Observances & Celebrations

• Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month – Learn more at the Washington State chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. You can also see what’s happening at a national level.
• African American Music Appreciation Month – Learn more at the National Museum of African American History & Culture at the Smithsonian. Locally, there’s Festival Sundita: Black Arts Fest at the Seattle Center from June 17th – 19th.
• National Caribbean American Heritage Month – Learn more at the Caribbean American Heritage Month website. 
• Pride Month (LGBTQIA+) – Find local and regional information, resources, and events at Pride Foundation and Seattle Pride.
  • You can find Verity at the following events during Pride Month:
    • Saturday, June 4: Greenwood Rainbow Hop
    • Saturday, June 11: White Center Pride
    • Sunday, June 26: PrideFest Seattle Center

Daily Observances & Celebrations

• Sunday, June 19th – Juneteenth (Federally observed on Monday, June 20th): Verity will be at the 6th Annual Othello Park Juneteenth Celebration on June 17, 18, & 19th. You can find more details on the Eventbrite page.
• Tuesday, June 21st – Summer Solstice: The longest day of the year, many cultures throughout history have marked the day with festivals and rituals. Seattle should have about 16 hours of daylight to frolic through.

We acknowledge that we may not have listed every celebration and observance that is important to you and your community. If you have a suggestion for inclusion, please email feedback@veritycu.com.