BOOKS AND BUNS PRIVATE EVENTS
* Juneteenth Weekend Opening of Books and Buns
RSVP: Link
When: June 19th - 21st from 2pm to 6pm
Join us for a private Juneteenth family celebration at Books & Buns, where you can explore our new creative space, enjoy fresh-baked treats and cappuccino, and connect through literature, art, and fellowship. This cozy meet-up honors Black freedom and expression with hundreds of curated books by Black authors, hands-on art activities, games, Lego room, ambient music, a gift shop and a welcoming atmosphere designed to feel like home. Soft seating and tables with room to relax in central air. You may reserve one or more days. June 19th thru the 21st are the official opening days with refreshments. All ages are welcome. Please consider subscribing to BlackTribe.org for major resources, discounts and exclusive events and deals.
Regular Visiting Hours: Effective June 24th
Tuesday – Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
RSVP required for all future visits.
🎉 Major Juneteenth Celebrations Nearby
24th Annual Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival
- Date & Time: Saturday, June 21, 2025, from 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Location: The Expo at World Market Center, Downtown Las Vegas (approximately a 10-minute drive from the Palms)
- Highlights: This long-standing festival features live R&B and hip-hop performances, local artists, cultural exhibits, and a diverse selection of food vendors. It's a cornerstone event for the community, celebrating African American heritage and freedom. Las Vegas Juneteenth Festival – The Event. The Experience. The Journey.
- Date & Time: Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
- Location: Water Street Plaza, Henderson, NV (about 20 minutes from the Palms)
- Highlights: Enjoy performances by artists such as Johnny Lee Chapman III, Street Corner Renaissance, and Syndee Winters. The event also includes a vendor market and community engagement activities. City of Henderson
- Dates: June 19–23, 2025
- Location: Various venues across Las Vegas
- Highlights: This multi-day celebration features appearances by actor Larenz Tate and DJ Kid Capri, offering a mix of parties, networking events, and cultural experiences tailored for the Juneteenth weekend. Eventbrite
UP NEXT... Dates to be Announced
* Artist Collab Night
...is a dynamic and vibrant gathering where performing and visual artists from diverse creative backgrounds come together to showcase their talents in a supportive and inclusive cozy environment. In between performances, attendees explore the visual artwork on display, engaging them in conversations about the artistic process, inspiration behind the pieces, and techniques used to bring their visions to life. Art will be available for purchase. Hot food & drinks included
* Sculpting Voices
A creative journey of self-expression and inner dialogue meshed with clay sculpting. The host leads discussions on purpose, joy and fulfillment in this deeply immersive and therapeutic experience, offering opportunities for self-expression and emotional release.
* Painting in the Park
Paint outside in the open air, choosing your subject from the view of our quaint small park. Enjoy cool drinks, ambient sounds and learn a few art techniques in the process. Cold drinks & snacks included.
* Book Lovers Mingle
Visit our bookroom to shop from hundreds of new books by Black authors. Bring your own book to swap with others. Share your thoughts and critiques of your favorite books. Enjoy baked treats, drinks, ambient sounds and friendly atmosphere.
* Paint & Play
A fun and exciting creative time with a mash up of movie-themed group painting and trivia with electronic buzzer, prizes and good laughs. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Black Women Homesteading Tea Talk
Homesteading Sistas gather to sample tea varieties and share their homesteading journey. You're welcome to bring seeds and plants to swap. Sweet & savory treats & tea included
* Village Drum Circle
Bring your drum, shakers, tambourines and any percussion instrument and join us in our lovely outdoor space to come together, connect with rhythm, and experience the joy of making music in community. Whether you're an experienced drummer or a complete beginner, the village drum circle offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can feel the power of rhythm and beat. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Game Night
Join us in our cozy venue for a community game night featuring Scrabble, Spades, chess, checkers, Lego building and more. Engage in friendly competition or collaborative building. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Open Mic Night
Come out and share your talent on the mic: musical, poetic, oratory, instrumentalist, comedy... whatever you want to share. Rules: no excessive profanity, crudeness, vulgarity, bashing of any race, gender, culture etc. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Movie Matinee
Come out and enjoy a friendly get together by enjoying a great movie, snacks, and excellent ambiance. Café: Hot food & cold drinks included
...is a dynamic and vibrant gathering where performing and visual artists from diverse creative backgrounds come together to showcase their talents in a supportive and inclusive cozy environment. In between performances, attendees explore the visual artwork on display, engaging them in conversations about the artistic process, inspiration behind the pieces, and techniques used to bring their visions to life. Art will be available for purchase. Hot food & drinks included
* Sculpting Voices
A creative journey of self-expression and inner dialogue meshed with clay sculpting. The host leads discussions on purpose, joy and fulfillment in this deeply immersive and therapeutic experience, offering opportunities for self-expression and emotional release.
* Painting in the Park
Paint outside in the open air, choosing your subject from the view of our quaint small park. Enjoy cool drinks, ambient sounds and learn a few art techniques in the process. Cold drinks & snacks included.
* Book Lovers Mingle
Visit our bookroom to shop from hundreds of new books by Black authors. Bring your own book to swap with others. Share your thoughts and critiques of your favorite books. Enjoy baked treats, drinks, ambient sounds and friendly atmosphere.
* Paint & Play
A fun and exciting creative time with a mash up of movie-themed group painting and trivia with electronic buzzer, prizes and good laughs. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Black Women Homesteading Tea Talk
Homesteading Sistas gather to sample tea varieties and share their homesteading journey. You're welcome to bring seeds and plants to swap. Sweet & savory treats & tea included
* Village Drum Circle
Bring your drum, shakers, tambourines and any percussion instrument and join us in our lovely outdoor space to come together, connect with rhythm, and experience the joy of making music in community. Whether you're an experienced drummer or a complete beginner, the village drum circle offers a welcoming and inclusive environment where everyone can feel the power of rhythm and beat. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Game Night
Join us in our cozy venue for a community game night featuring Scrabble, Spades, chess, checkers, Lego building and more. Engage in friendly competition or collaborative building. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Open Mic Night
Come out and share your talent on the mic: musical, poetic, oratory, instrumentalist, comedy... whatever you want to share. Rules: no excessive profanity, crudeness, vulgarity, bashing of any race, gender, culture etc. Hot food & cold drinks included
* Movie Matinee
Come out and enjoy a friendly get together by enjoying a great movie, snacks, and excellent ambiance. Café: Hot food & cold drinks included