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Uhuru Bakery Grand Opening: Celebrating Marcus Garvey’s Legacy

 Uhuru Bakery Grand Opening: Celebrating Marcus Garvey’s Legacy

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3719 W Florissant Ave, St. Louis, MO, 63107

Celebrate the GRAND OPENING of Uhuru Bakery & Café, a project of the Black Power Blueprint, on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 12 - 5pm at 3719 W. Florissant Ave., St. Louis. This free community event marks a major victory for food sovereignty, bringing healthy food access, jobs, and economic self-reliance back to North St. Louis.

Taking place during Marcus Garvey’s 139th birthday weekend, the event honors his legacy of Black economic institution-building by raising the red, black, and green African flag.

Everyone is welcome to check out the community history exhibit and enjoy live African music, drumming, and spoken word. Attendees can also enjoy Uhuru's famous sweet potato pies, housecrafted jerk chicken, and air-roasted coffee for sale, as well as complimentary sampling stations.

Learn more at uhurupies.org.

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