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Tempe Community Action said it helped plan the wedding of two I-HELP graduates. The post credited ABC15 Arizona for capturing the story.

I-HELP graduates celebrate wedding with TCAA support

Tempe Community Action said it will serve neighbors on Saturdays starting July 6. The food pantry is seeking volunteers for two Saturday shifts.

Tempe Community Action Adds Saturday Food Pantry Shifts

Tempe Parks and Rec said a Summer of Fun Scavenger Hunt prize will be hidden at the Tempe Center for the Arts during the Draw-A-Thon. The event is scheduled for June 21 from noon to 4 p.m.

Tempe Draw-A-Thon to Hide Summer Hunt Prize

The City of Tempe said the Juneteenth Block Party at downtown Tempe celebrated freedom, joy and community. The city described the holiday as marking June 19, 1865, when news of freedom reached Galveston, Texas.

Tempe’s Juneteenth Block Party Celebrates Freedom, Joy

Tempe is collecting unopened cases of bottled water with the Hundred Mile Brewing Company to support outreach efforts during summer extreme heat. Donations are accepted at 690 N. Scottsdale Road.

Tempe asks for bottled water donations

The Arizona State Sun Devils posted a message honoring Juneteenth and reaffirming its commitment to equality. The post said the day is a moment to celebrate freedom.

ASU Sun Devils Mark Juneteenth With Equality Pledge

Tempe Community Action is promoting Juneteenth events and educational resources. A block party runs June 19 and a celebration at the Tempe History Museum takes place June 20.

Tempe to Hold Juneteenth Events June 19-20

Tempe Public Library said it will be closed on Friday, June 19 in observance of Juneteenth. The library said digital resources are available, including free streaming through Freegal Music+ with a library card.

Tempe Library closes for Juneteenth, offers free music streaming

Arizona State University says its special collections preserve the legacy of Lincoln and Eleanor Ragsdale, civil rights advocates and business owners. ASU credits support from alumnus Lincoln Ragsdale Jr. for making the collection available.

ASU highlights Juneteenth legacy of Ragsdales

Tempe Community Action said its next tour is scheduled for June 25 at 5 p.m. The group invited people to reserve a spot to learn about its programs and history.

Tempe Community Action Sets June 25 Tour