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Runners start off on the Black Excellence 5K. (Emma Fringuelli) Purchase this photo

Annual Black Excellence 5K

Brianna McCadden

April 21, 2024 by Brianna McCadden

LYNN — On Saturday, Councilor-at-Large Nicole McClain organized the seventh annual Black Excellence 5K, supporting the North Shore Juneteenth Association and highlighting the significant contributions African Americans have made to society. 

Founded by McClain, the North Shore Juneteenth Association is a non-profit organization that aims to educate the community about African American culture and dismantle racism. Many runners came to support and participate, despite the rain. When discussing the race, McClain said that the 5K is about Black Excellence both in Lynn and beyond, and that it puts a spotlight on Black Americans’ contributions.

She added that the race ends with a celebration of current Black Excellence, which occurred as the runners cross the finish line and ran past three large posters titled “Local Black Excellence.” These posters featured local Black community members making influential contributions and strides for the city today. 

“This race is to show that representation matters,” McClain said. “It’s what the 5K is all about.” 

Awards were also handed out to the top finishers.

Vice President of the North Shore Juneteenth Association April Deaver-Mosely also spoke on the importance of the race for the community.

“It’s about bringing everyone together and trying to encourage health in the community,” Deaver-Mosely said.

Kashawn Little, a member of DCF as well as the North Shore Juneteenth Association, said that the event was also a way to bring awareness to challenges faced by Black people. And that the race is the biggest fundraiser supporting the association. 

Race coordinator Tamara Kenney and planning member Erica Seals were also notable members of the non-profit group who help keep the race running annually. 

Other upcoming events run through the organization to look for include the Juneteenth Celebration and the Diversity Matters Fest, both of which will have free admission.

To learn more about upcoming events and how to become more involved, visit https://www.nsjuneteenth.com/.

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