How (and when) Muncie will celebrate Juneteenth
Because Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the end of slavery, coincides with Father's Day this year, Muncie's event won't actually be on June 19.
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Because Juneteenth, the holiday commemorating the end of slavery, coincides with Father's Day this year, Muncie's event won't actually be on June 19.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts is taking registration now, while spaces are available, for summer camps for kids and classes for all ages.
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