Metuchen Human Relations Commission

Habari Gani? Umoja! Today is the 1st day of #Kwanzaa, a 7-day African American and Pan-African holiday founded in 1966 that celebrates history, values, family, community, and culture. Join our museum's virtual Kwanzaa celebration: nmaahc.si.edu/kwanzaa #APeoplesJourney

Sunday’s #HumanRightsDay marks 75 years of the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. @UNHumanRights has more on the crucial role of this historic document in helping achieve a world of freedom, equality & justice for all: ohchr.org/en/universal-d… #HumanRights75

Channukah is particularly special this year because more light is needed to extinguish the darkness we face. With anti-semitism on the rise, our commitment to light our menorahs for each of these eight nights is deeper than ever. Happy Channukah to all who celebrate and our deepest gratitude to the many allies who helped us light tonight’s candle on the Plaza.

Our hearts go out to the people of Israel, who are being subjected to horrific acts of murder and violence by Hamas terrorists. Like every nation, Israel has a right to defend itself from acts of terrorism, which are never justified. We stand with the families and communities of Israel during this incredibly difficult period. 🇺🇸 🇮🇱

The rain is gone! ✨ Join us and South Asian Families of Metuchen for a night on the plaza celebrating South Asian Heritage. There will be dancing, a dhol drummer, a mini Zumba class with Bollywood music, henna, and tables representing each country of South Asia!

dance performances, henna, tables showcasing cultural items of each country, photobooth and even a Zumba mini-class featuring South Asian music! 🇮🇳🇵🇰🇦🇫🇲🇻🇧🇩🇧🇹🇳🇵🇱🇰🪷🥘✨🎉 The HRC is happy to support and we can’t wait! Hope to see you there! 🌟(2/2)

Metuchen! Tomorrow marks the beginning of South Asian Heritage Month! Come celebrate the rich culture and histories of the EIGHT(!) countries that comprise South Asia this Friday 7/21 from 6-8pm on the Plaza. South Asian Families of Metuchen have a beautiful night planned (1/2)

Today marks the anniversary of the Stonewall Rebellion, the start of the modern LGBTQ+ Rights Movement. Black Americans in this community have made enormous contributions to global history & culture. More LGBTQ+ stories: s.si.edu/3NdArrF #SmithsonianPride

Wishing all who celebrate a very happy Eid Al-Adha!

#OnThisDay in 1865, General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, TX to read Order No. 3, which affirmed the end of slavery in the states of the former Confederacy. This momentous occasion has been celebrated as #Juneteenth — a combination of “June” & “19th” — for over 150 years.

Happy Juneteenth, Metuchen! instagram.com/reel/CtrMoKjAK…

📚🌞 What’s on your family’s reading list this summer? This #Juneteenth, explore the museum’s top picks from our reading list – with titles and resources for your family’s youngest learners: s.si.edu/45Y1VeK

Metuchen’s Juneteenth 2023 weekend continues today, Saturday, 6/17, 5-8 pm with double-dutch, drumline, step dancers, spoken word, steel drum band and more! Come on out and learn about this important holiday and celebrate #Juneteenth2023!

Join us at 7:30 pm tonight @SuiteMetuchen for our Hip Hop @ 50 Panel Discussion! Come meet Sharene Wood of 5001 Flavors - the celebrity stylist who's worked with so many great artists! #Juneteenth #DiscoverMetuchen #Juneteenth2023

Come join us as we honor and celebrate Juneteenth with our Hip Hop at 50 Panel & Hip Hop Karaoke this Friday, 6/16 @ 7:30 pm & our Family Reunion Celebration this Saturday, 6/17, 5-8 pm on The Plaza! #Juneteenth #OneMetuchen #Juneteenth2023 @MetuchenNow @MetuchenHrc

🌈LET’S SEE YOUR #PRIDE🌈 ✨METUCHEN PRIDE t-shirts (created by local Metuchen mom, Laura Hermans) are currently available at @newmarketshops ! ✨ ✨$25 with all proceeds going to the @trevorproject , which provides 24/7 crisis support services to LGBTQ young people ✨

Metuchen! Tomorrow marks the beginning of #pridemonth and we are celebrating this Saturday! #lovealwayswins 🏳️‍🌈 join us and the @MetuchenNow on the plaza!

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PBS has curated a list of documentaries that celebrate the breadth and diversity of the Asian American community. Something to add to your watch-list for this weekend! #aapiheritagemonth

Research shows that exposing children to books with human characters that are different than them in culture, community, and physicality will foster empathy and compassion. Join us in celebrating the diversity of children’s books during AAPI Month and read some with your family!