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School Festivities Set To Commemorate Juneteenth

The Malverne Union Free School District holds the jubilee on June 17.

Festivities are planned to commemorate Juneteenth.
Festivities are planned to commemorate Juneteenth. (Malverne Union Free School District)

MALVERNE, NY — In honor of Juneteenth, the Malverne Union Free School District is planning a jubilee for the federal holiday that commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans.

The celebration is scheduled for June 17 from 3:30-7 p.m. at the Malverne High School field.

The party includes vendors and food trucks. A live DJ will provide entertainment and local performers will take the stage, including the Malverne Harmony Chorus.

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