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7 hours ago
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Juneteenth celebrations happening in Adelanto and Barstow
Juneteenth celebrations across the High Desert will include food, music, dancing, art and other activities. Juneteenth is the nation's latest federal holiday, which commemorates the end of Black slavery in the United States. A Juneteenth Jubilee is scheduled from 3 to 7 p.m. on June 18, at Barstow Community College's Viking Lounge, 2700 Barstow Road in Barstow. Host sponsor Barstow Community College Black Student Union said the event's theme is 'Unapologetically Free: Radiating Joy as Liberation.' The jubilee will include food, games, activities, community connections and culture-rich programming. For more information, email success@ or call (760) 252-6723 All Smilez Loving Care Foundation will host its Smilez of Freedom celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 21, at Adelanto Stadium & Event Center at 12000 Stadium Way in Adelanto. The free event will feature a kids zone, activities, dancing, food and vendors. For more information, visit or email allsmilezlcf@ Juneteenth marks the actions of June 19, 1865, in Galveston, Texas when the last Black slaves of the Confederacy were ordered free following the arrival of Union troops to the state. The day, which is also known as Emancipation Day or Freedom Day, rose to national prominence in 2020 amid nationwide protests against ongoing racial inequities. The day was officially recognized as a federal holiday by President Joe Biden in 2021. USA Today contributed to this story. This article originally appeared on Victorville Daily Press: Juneteenth 2025 celebrations bring food, culture to Adelanto, Barstow
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4 days ago
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BJ's Wholesale Club says it will open Springfield location later this year
SPRINGFIELD — BJ's Wholesale Club announced this week it plans to open its location along Boston Road this winter, according to a page on its website and a statement issued Friday morning. The Marlborough-based retailer said the Springfield site will be the first time in 13 years it is opening a new location in Massachusetts. Once opened, BJ's Wholesale said the location — that will include a gas station — will employ between 100 to 150 people and also conduct weekly donations to the Food Bank of Western Massachusetts. The new store at 1655 Boston Road is at the former site of the Eastfield Mall, which was demolished last year. The property is being redeveloped by Onyx Partners into Springfield Crossing, a development that advertising materials have said include Hobby Lobby and Target stores. BJ's Wholesale operates 25 locations across the state, including a store in Chicopee. 'As we've become one of the largest companies based in Massachusetts, we're excited to continue growing in our own backyard — contributing to our communities and helping take care of the families who depend on us," BJ's Wholesale CEO and Chairman Bob Eddy said in a statement. BJ's Wholesale, which began in 1984, has 255 retail locations across 21 states, according to its statement, and it plans to open about 25 to 30 new stores in the next two fiscal years, which also includes expanding its presence into Texas. The retailer shared details about its Springfield location days after it told its investors it had 'a strong start' to its 2025 fiscal year in the first quarter —where income from membership fees increased 8.1%, compared to the same period last year, and it opened four gas stations and five new stores. Juneteenth Jubilee block party, family fun day returns to Springfield Hadley Asparagus Fest bumped to 2026 by weather, logistics Saturday concert in Northampton to aid Palestinian school Motorcyclist suffers serious injuries in West Springfield crash Read the original article on MassLive.
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03-06-2025
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Farmville to host first Juneteenth Jubilee event on June 28
FARMVILLE, N.C. (WNCT) — Farmville to Host 'Juneteenth Jubilee' on Saturday, June 28. The event is a free, family-friendly music and veterans celebration held at 4314 West Horne Street, Farmville Municipal Parks, from 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM. This dynamic and first of its kind celebration will feature live music, a small business marketplace, youth activities, food vendors, historical exhibits, and veteran recognition ceremonies. The keynote speaker for the event is General James Gorham, a North Carolina native and trailblazing military leader, who will offer remarks on freedom, service, and unity. 'Juneteenth is a time to remember, reflect, and celebrate,' event organizer Linda King said. 'We're creating a space where community, culture, and appreciation for those who serve all come together.' What: Juneteenth Jubilee: A Celebration of Music & VeteransWhen: Saturday, June 28, 2025 | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PMWhere: 4314 West Horne Street – Farmville Municipal ParksAdmission: FREE and open to the public For vendor, volunteer, or sponsorship inquiries, contact Linda King 252.218.6490. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
