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GHENT –Last year Juneteenth became a federal holiday when President Joe Biden signed the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act into law. All schools in the county will be closed on Monday, June 20 as well as county and municipal offices to commemorate the day.

The Hudson Area Library has compiled a list of events and educational resources “for those who wish to learn more about and commemorate this celebration of African American freedom,” according to their website. Information is at hudsonarealibrary.org/juneteenth/

Also, listed on the site, are local events including Hudson’s Third Annual Juneteenth Celebration at Hudson Waterfront Park. The events include an outdoor film screening of “Miss Juneteenth” (Friday, June 17, 7 to 10 p.m.), the Revival of the Fittest Lipsync Show (Saturday, June 18, 7 to 10 p.m.), and a day-long celebration with music, vendors, local artist showcase, youth talent show, games and prizes, wellness check ins, and community conversations (Sunday, June 19, from noon to 9 p.m.). (more…)