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What is Juneteenth, and how did it become a state and federal holiday?
The Republican· 3 days agoProfiles of these leaders are being published on MassLive beginning today through June 19. ...
When is Juneteenth observed in 2024? Is there mail delivery? All about the federal holiday
Gannett via AOL· 6 days agoJuneteenth will be marked on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Unlike other federal holidays, such as...
Hamilton won’t have Juneteenth celebration this year
The Hamilton Journal News· 48 minutes agoThe 2024 Hamilton Juneteenth Celebration is canceled for this year, and while organizers said it’s unfortunate, it’ll be back for 2025. Juneteenth has...
Plentiful food: Juneteenth traditionally celebrated with tables laden with tasty dishes
Temple Daily Telegram· 4 hours agoNo matter what June 19 was called or where the celebrations occurred, festive tables overflowed with plentiful food. “In addition to a fine lot of barbecued meats, they will have plenty of baskets ...
6 books that explain the history and meaning of Juneteenth
The Conversation via Yahoo News· 19 hours agoWiggins brings together oral history with archival research to share the stories of how African...
Juneteenth now celebrated for entire month of June in Cook County
Chicago Sun-Times· 7 days agoThe holiday marks a historic moment from 159 years ago and will be officially celebrated in Cook...
City of Southfield celebrates Juneteenth with week of activities and events June 10-22
WXYZ-TV Detroit· 21 hours agoJuneteenth is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.
Winston County celebrates upcoming Juneteenth holiday
WCBI Columbus· 1 day agoJune 19th is just around the corner. On June 8, Winston County celebrated Juneteenth. The event was...
Juneteenth parade in San Francisco celebrates freedom, love and unity in heart of downtown
ABC7 News· 1 day agoThere was a vibrant celebration of freedom in downtown San Francisco on Saturday. Crowds lined the...
Juneteenth Events Start at Chillicothe’s Pump House Art Gallery | 1490 WBEX
iHeartRadio· 1 day agoThe Pump House Center for the Arts had their opening night Thursday, featuring quilts and a...