All activities are free; however, you must register by June 18th via Eventbrite for special perks for participating in “A Sickle Cellabration.”

June 19th is WORLD SICKLE CELL DISEASE DAY! Together, we will Shine The Light on SCD. To mark the occasion, SCANJ is partnering with The Source of Knowledge Bookstore for their Annual Juneteenth Block Party, Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 10:00 am-6:00 pm at 867 Broad Street, Newark, New Jersey. 

The party starts on Treat Place, the street behind the bookstore. Activities include Book talks, free book giveaways, a Drum Circle, Face painting, DJ & dancing, Juneteenth games with prizes, and Food trucks.

The Sickle Cellabration presentation is from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm. Participants can enjoy this “world-themed” festival of fun and learning presentation on current services for sickle cell disease. We will announce academic scholarships for students with sickle cell disease. In keeping with the theme, the food trucks will include international cuisine.

Event Type	Family Fun
Age Groups	Children Adolescents Adults Seniors
Community Services	Basic Needs / Assistance Clothing / Supplies / Furniture Education Colleges & Universities Early Childhood Education Employment / Training Life Skills Training Vocational Training Family & Support Services Case Management Racial / Social Justice Legal / Advocacy Advocacy (Legal)
Health Services	Behavioral / Mental Health Teen Issues Intellectual and Developmental Needs Advocacy
Treatment Services	In-Community Services Outreach Services Outpatient Services Social Skills
Areas Served	State-Wide

Last Updated: 06/11/25