# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Ratie D: Unity in Community
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 10:30 am – Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am
- **Event Description**: Ratie D: Unity in Community
Wednesday, July 22, 10:30 a.m.
Fountain Plaza
In partnership with Springfield Public Schools, H.O.N.E.Y., Black Cultural Initiative, and Eugene-Springfield NAACP

Back by popular demand! Ratie D showcases the power of unifying local artists to bring forth an uplifting performance to inspire the youth and spread love.

The program will feature Zimbabwean born singer/songwriter Ratie D with her band: John Mambira, Gilbert Zvamaida, Parker Chase Koehn, and Rei Mastrogiovanni.

Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read
Every Wednesday June 17 – August 12
Outdoors on Fountain Plaza
Free Fun for All Ages
All are welcome for our annual outdoor multicultural Summer Reading Celebration series on Fountain Plaza at the Springfield Public Library. Enjoy world-class artists and culture keepers every week starting June 17th!

In partnership with Springfield Public Schools, H.O.N.E.Y., Native Youth Wellness, Chifin Native Youth Center, UO Home Flight Scholars Program, Many Nations Longhouse, UO Sapsik’ʷałá Teacher Education Program, 4J NATIVES, Bethel Native Youth Empowerment, LCC Longhouse & NASA, NAACP, Black Cultural Initiative, Lane County Government, Comunidad y Herencia Cultural, Eugene Arte Latino, Asian Foundation of Oregon, Oregon Multigenerational Community Center, The Nativity of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish of Springfield

miércoles, 22 julio, 10:30 a.m.
la Plaza de la Fuente
En colaboración con las Escuelas Públicas de Springfield, la iniciativa Black Cultural Initiative y el NACCP de Eugene-SpringfieldEn colaboración con las Escuelas Públicas de Springfield, H.O.N.E.Y., la iniciativa Black Cultural Initiative y el NACCP de Eugene-Springfield.

https://wheremindsgrow.org/summerreading

Ratie D: Solidaridad en Comunidad

¡Vuelve por petición popular! Ratie D presenta el poder de unificación de los artistas locales para ofrecer una actuación edificante que inspire a la juventud y difunda el amor.

En el programa participarán la cantante y compositora de origen zimbabuense Ratie D con su banda: John Mambira, Gilbert Zvamaida, Parker Chase Koehn y Rei Mastrogiovanni.

Lectura de verano 2026: Planta una semilla, lee
Cada miércoles 17 junio a 12 Agosto
Al aire libre en la Plaza de la Fuente
Actividades gratuitas para todas las edades
Food for Lane County ofrece almuerzo gratis en la plaza inmediatamente después del evento, a las 11:30 a.m. para los niños de 1 a 18 años. Hasta agotar existencias.

Todos están invitados a nuestra serie multicultural anual de Celebraciones de Lectura de Verano al aire libre en la Plaza de la Fuente, frente a la Biblioteca Pública de Springfield. Cada semana a partir del 17 de junio, disfrute de artistas de talla mundial y guardianes culturales.

En colaboración con Springfield Public Schools, H.O.N.E.Y., Native Youth Wellness, Chifin Native Youth Center, UO Home Flight Scholars Program, Many Nations Longhouse, UO Sapsik’ʷałá Teacher Education Program, 4J NATIVES, Bethel Native Youth Empowerment, LCC Longhouse & NASA, NAACP, Black Cultural Initiative, Lane County Government, Comunidad y Herencia Cultural, Eugene Arte Latino, Asian Foundation of Oregon, Oregon Multigenerational Community Center, The Nativity of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Parish of Springfield.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/springfield/ratie-d-unity-in-community/200030084223553
- **Event Categories**: music, health-wellness, art, entertainment, workshops
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 103

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Springfield
- **state**: OR
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 225 5th St, Springfield, OR, United States, Oregon 97477
- **lat**: 44.04731
- **long**: -123.01865
- **full address**: 225 5th St, Springfield, OR, United States, Oregon 97477

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Ratie D: Unity in Community
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/947022fbe9ee04ad244e9f071c66a2b71c1c09d8481bda5da851209249182e03-rimg-w1200-h675-dc91c53f-gmir?v=1784450972

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Ratie D: Unity in Community being held?
  - **A:** Ratie D: Unity in Community takes place on Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 10:30 am to Wed, 22 Jul, 2026 at 11:30 am at 225 5th St, Springfield, OR, United States, Oregon 97477.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Ratie D: Unity in Community?
  - **A:** Ratie D: Unity in Community is organized by Springfield Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Ratie D: Unity in Community is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Springfield, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 100+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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