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Community Moving Forward to Celebrate Juneteenth

Hartford Mayor Luke Bronin came together with artists, community members and officials to condemn the vandalism of the Black Lives Matter mural and encourage residents to show their support for its mission by joining the city's Juneteenth celebration.

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Hartford native, now an author, to talk race, gender, history

Hartford native, Trinity College alum, visual artist, journalist, writer to talk about questions her work poses on race, gender, and history

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In West Hartford, a celebration of AAPI Month and great food

Connecticut Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz visits Maruichi Japanese Food & Deli for AAPI Month with Mayor Shari Cantor.

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Hartford YWCA campaign promotes broader civic participation

YWCA Hartford Region launches program to promote gender equity and racial diversity on municipal boards and commissions

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