Juneteenth celebrates end of slavery
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Plans for the day include fun, food, fellowship and entertainment for the whole family.
Although Juneteenth has been celebrated since 1865 to commemorate the ending of slavery in the United States, it had its first celebration in McMinnville last year. The celebration was a well-received event, as it attracted more than 1,000 people throughout the day.
?We hope to do better than that this year,? said YMU chairman Wayne Wolford. ?We want to get bigger and better every year.?
Over the years, Juneteenth has evolved to not only celebrate the ending of slavery, but as a celebration of understanding about a time in American history that should be remembered by everyone for its contribution to, and effect on, society.
In the spirit of Juneteenth, everyone is invited to the celebration said Wolford.
?We want everyone to come down and have a good time,? Wolford said. ?That?s what it?s all about.?
The celebration will be held at Rocket Ball Park off Beersheba Street from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
There will be food and souvenir clothing booths. Stage entertainment and games are scheduled throughout the day as well as a car show. For more information, contact YMU at 815-9770.