Cobb NAACP hosts Juneteenth celebration

The Cobb County chapter of the NAACP will hold its 8th annual Juneteenth celebration on June 17-18 at Glover Park at Marietta Square.

Friday's "Night Under the Stars" will feature collection of live jazz, spoken word and R&B performances from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The organization will then host a celebration in the park with food, fun and fellowship. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Information: http://www.cobbnaacp.org, or 770-425-5757

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