Celebrate 65 Years
of Independence

Mama Salone — April 27, 1961 → April 27, 2026

A week-long celebration of Sierra Leonean heritage, literary excellence, and community spirit in Somerset County, New Jersey. Authors, businesses, and families — all standing proud together.

📅April 27 & May 2, 2026

📍Naaman Williams Park, Somerset NJ

📚Authors & Literary Showcase

🏛️Congressional Representatives

🎺Grand Independence Parade

View Full Schedule →Meet the Authors Register Your Spot

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Literary Showcase

12+ Sierra Leonean authors displaying published and upcoming books — the heart of our celebration.

Meet Authors →

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Independence Parade

Grand parade May 2nd with colorful floats, indigenous music and traditional food.

See Schedule →

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Business Tents

Sierra Leonean entrepreneurs showcasing products, services and professional excellence.

View Businesses →

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Official Recognition

Congressional representatives and community leaders present to celebrate Salone excellence.

About SLCNJ →

If I hit you today and come back within one year and you are still on the floor — it is on you. We as citizens have a role to play to make Sierra Leone a better place.

— Abdul H. Gabisi, Interim Chairman, SLCNJ

Be Part of This Historic Celebration