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Staunton: Celebrate Juneteenth on Saturday at Montgomery Hall Park

Happy Juneteenth Day
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The Shenandoah Valley Juneteenth Organization is hosting its 10th annual Juneteenth Celebration on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Montgomery Hall Park.

The free, family-friendly event, sponsored by the Augusta County Historical Society, includes:

  • Live music and dance performances featuring George Hunter, Lori Jean Akanbi, Andrew Russell and Anna Line Dance
  • Food and craft vendors
  • Museum exhibits
  • Juneteenth-themed “Family Feud” and “Jeopardy” game shows
  • Kids Juneteenth Spelling Bee and three-point shootout
  • Sack race
  • Community organizations from across the Shenandoah Valley

 
 

 




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