Carolina Adventures

HONORING

JUNETEENTH

On June 17, 2021, President Biden signed into law the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, making June 19 a federal holiday. Juneteenth commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States and marks the day in 1865 when slaves were declared free under the terms of the 1862 Emancipation Proclamation.

The holiday was first celebrated in Texas, and is now recognized nationwide.

On this federal holiday, we invite our members to celebrate the advancements we’ve made toward racial equity, to reflect on the toll that slavery took on our country, and look for ways to progress and uplift people of color within our communities. Visit your local chambers of commerce or city event web pages to find the Juneteenth events in your area.

NORTH CAROLINA JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION

The 2022 North Carolina Juneteenth Festival has the theme of “Educating, Empowering, Entertaining.” It takes place Saturday, June 18, 2022, from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m., at Cabarrus Arena & Events Center.

CORNELIUS/ DAVIDSON

The free celebration from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., located at the Ada Jenkins Center, 212 Gamble St., will include music, food trucks, entertainment, keynote reflections and children’s activities. Davidson Mayor Rusty Knox will read the opening proclamation.

STATESVILLE

The 2022 Juneteenth Celebration will take place on June 18, 2022, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. in downtown Statesville on West Broad Street in front of Mitchell Community College, from Meeting Street to Mulberry Street. This celebration will be co-sponsored by the City of Statesville.

MOORESVILLE

The Mooresville Juneteenth celebration will take place at Willow Valley Park from noon to 7 p.m. Saturday, June 18. It is a free event, which Inetta and her husband Billy Black said will be family friendly with food, entertainment, speakers and fun for all ages.

Spot the Electrical Hazard

When combined, electricity and common items that seem harmless can create dangerous situations. Look at the items grouped below, then circle the two items that (when combined) create an electrical hazard.

Check your work in the answer key.

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toaster fork

hairdryer electrical outlet

drone

swimming pool power lines

floatie bagel

running water

picnic

extension cord

Answer Key: 1. fork & toaster 2. hairdryer & water or outlet & water 3. drone & power lines 4. extension cord & pool