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Three words stood out at the Juneteenth Harrisburg Jubilee near the state’s capitol on Thursday: Community, culture and history. “It’s about our culture. It allows people to understand we ...
Three words stood out at the Juneteenth Harrisburg Jubilee near the state’s capitol on Thursday: Community, culture and history. “It’s about our culture. It allows people to understand we ...
This event is 21+ and will be the final party to round off the Juneteenth events in Harrisburg. American rapper and hip-hop star Jadakiss will perform. Tickets for this event can be purchased here.
Today is Juneteenth, the annual federal holiday that recognizes the emancipation of the slaves in the United States about 160 years ago. As in past years, there are a number of events being held ...
Lancaster is celebrating the legacy of the Harrisburg Giants, a prominent Negro League team, during Juneteenth with a centennial celebration that highlights their impact on baseball history.
Even Cinco De Mayo is tied to Juneteenth, Collins said. On May 5, 1862, a Mexican army defeated French forces in the Battle of Puebla. French Emperor Napoleon III had plans to provide the ...
Juneteenth is a federal holiday that recognizes the freedom of formerly enslaved Black people. The commemoration traditionally takes place on June 19 to commemorate the day in 1865 when Major Gen ...
Juneteenth is this week. The holiday marking the official end of slavery is celebrated annually on June 19, but only became recognized as a federal holiday a few years ago. Here's what to know.
People march in the Lehigh Valley Juneteenth Parade on Sunday, June 22, 2025, in Easton. Skip to content. All Sections. Subscribe Now. 89°F. Wednesday, July 16th 2025 Daily e-Edition.