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Middletown To Stage Juneteenth Flag Raising, Liberation Day Parade, Harbor Park Festival
The city's sixth-annual Juneteenth celebration includes a June 11 flag raising and June 19 parade and festival.

The city's sixth-annual Juneteenth celebration includes a June 11 flag raising and June 19 parade and festival.

They are encouraging attendees to dress like the founding fathers.
Twelve seniors from a Paramus senior center will perform a musical in Fair Lawn. For four of them, it's their first time on stage.
Summer Nights at the Oval events in Livingston include art fests in June, night concerts in July and outdoor movie screenings in August.
The Tony Award-winning musical centers around six middle schoolers competing in a spelling bee.
The event will be later this month and tickets are on sale now.
YWCA Evanston/North Shore will host the Father's Day run-walk with thousands expected from across Chicagoland.
Fairfield Museum will host a preview party next month for its upcoming Declaration of Independence exhibition.
The production marks a homecoming for the landmark musical, which was written here more than eight decades ago.
Police said there will be heavy traffic in town during the event and several roads will be closed for a portion of the day.
The walking tour will visit seven hidden jewels tucked away throughout the charming streets of historic Doylestown Borough.
See the lineup for the summer movie screening series.
The Japan Summer Festival returns to Blue Back Square this weekend with music, dance, food, and cultural demonstrations.
Food vendors will be available, and attendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs.
The free, all-ages show is set for Thursday, June 11 at the Antioch bandshell.
This year, the event will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
“Catherine passed away late last year, and the loss has been felt throughout this community in ways that are still hard to put into words.”
Kids can choose which camp sparks their interest, while giving families the flexibility to choose which weeks fit their schedule.
The market will feature Thwaites Market, Empanada Dada, Taco Truck and Whoopie Wagon.
The monthlong public event series will take place from June 11 to July 19.
The Evergreen Park Fire Department brings back its popular senior fair Wednesday, June 10.
Walnut Creek event combines wine tastings, local businesses, and global soccer on June 18.
From parades to festivals, multiple events are being held to celebrate Pride Month in the county.
The Batavia Depot Museum and Batavia Park District will host an "unconventional indoor evening art show" this summer.
Settlers' Park will be the setting of three family-friendly movie showings and three concerts this summer.
CHIRP continues in Ridgefield June 9 and 11 with CJ Chenier and David Wax Museum performances.
The free event will include performances, food trucks, family-friendly activities and presentations from community leaders.
Gov. Maura Healey said more than 90 communities will host public watch parties across the Bay State.
The Hoboken Family Alliance's events have raised thousands for local charities and programs. See photos from Mutz Fest.
From parades to festivals and drag bingo, multiple events are being held to celebrate Pride Month in the county.
Nutley events this June include a Flag Day ceremony, an Annie Oakley documentary, a historical tour and a ruck march for the food pantry.
The adults-only event will feature wine tastings, live music, art, games and a new snack box for ticket holders.
Horsham Day took place on Saturday with fireworks on Sunday night.
The free downtown event will feature artists, music, food and family activities next Saturday.
The concerts will be performed at the Paradise Green Gazebo. Read details here.
Orinda venue reopens under new management, bringing a new focus to a storied East Bay arts destination, whose supporters included Zendaya.
Now celebrating its 12th season, McConkey’s Market attracts thousands of shoppers to its eclectic mix of nearly 100 vendors.
The wall of remembrance will be in Beverly for a weekend of events from July 29 through Aug. 2.
Ferrell Studios Community Theatre will close its 2025-26 season with the classic musical by Stephen Sondheim and George Furth.
Attendees will be able to engage with county offices and partners, enjoy games and activities, food and more at the annual event.