Town Of Wakefield Hosts Juneteenth Event

Press release from the Town of Wakefield:

June 12, 2024 - 12:20pm

Join the Wakefield Human Rights Commission for moving performances of song, poetry and spoken word to commemorate Juneteenth. This special community event will be held on Thursday, June 20, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Americal Civic Center at 467 Main Street in Wakefield.

Guests at the event include singer Janey David, author and poet Terry Carter, poet Big Brotha Sadi, and the honor guard from the Lynn English ROTC.

The Commission thanks the NorthShore Juneteenth Association for their assistance in presenting this important event.

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